2013 Chevrolet Impala Owner Manual - Page 206

9-26 Driving and Operating To turn the system on or off, press the ESC OFF button located on the instrument panel. When the system is turned off, the TRACTION CONTROL OFF message appears on the DIC. If the traction control system is limiting wheel spin when the button is pressed to turn the system off, the TRACTION CONTROL OFF message will appear on the DIC and the system will turn off right away. Press the ESC OFF button again to turn the system back on. The TRACTION CONTROL ON message will appear in the DIC. Adding non‐dealer accessories can affect the vehicle performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 10‑3 for more information. traction, and stability control systems and helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in most driving conditions. When you first start your vehicle and begin to drive away, the system performs several diagnostic checks to ensure there are no problems. You may hear or feel the system working. This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with your vehicle. The system should initialize before the vehicle reaches 32 km/h (20 mph). If the system fails to turn on or activate due to a fault, the ESC/TCS light will be on solid, and the SERVICE STABILITRAK message will be displayed. If the system fails to turn on or activate due to it not initializing, the DIC will display STABILITRAK INITIALIZING. For more information, see Ride Control System Messages on page 5‑30. When the system is on, this warning light comes on and stays on if there is a problem. A SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL message also appears on the DIC. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5‑30 for more information. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, TCS should always be left on. But the system can be turned off if needed. Turn the system off if the vehicle gets stuck in sand, mud, or snow and rocking the vehicle is required. See If the Vehicle Is Stuck on page 9‑8 for more information. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Your vehicle may have an Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system which combines antilock brake,