2001 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 127

The Enhanced Traction System warning light may come on for the following reasons: D If you turn the system off by moving the shift lever to FIRST (1) or SECOND (2), the warning light will come on and stay on. To turn the system back on, move the shift lever back to a position other than FIRST (1) or SECOND (2). The warning light should go off. See "Enhanced Traction System" in the Index for more information. parking brake with the engine running, and it will stay on if your parking brake doesn't release fully. If the transaxle shift lever is in any position other than FIRST (1) or SECOND (2) and the warning light stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means there's a problem with the system. If the Enhanced Traction System warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the transaxle shift lever is in any position other than FIRST (1) or SECOND (2) your vehicle needs service. Enhanced Traction System Active Light D The warning light will come on when you set your United States Canada D If the traction control system is affected by an engine-related problem, the system will turn off and the warning light will come on. When your Enhanced Traction System is limiting wheel spin, this light will come on. Slippery road conditions may exist if the Enhanced Traction System active light comes on, so adjust your driving accordingly. The light will stay on for a few seconds after the Enhanced Traction System stops limiting wheel spin. The Enhanced Traction System active light also comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to RUN. If the light doesn't come on then, have it fixed so it will be there to tell you when the system is active. D If the vehicle is driven on a severely rough road, the warning light may come on momentarily but will go off again when the vehicle leaves the rough surface. 2-61