2013 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual - Page 220

9-34 Driving and Operating It may be necessary to 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 9‑11 for more information. See also Winter Driving on page 9‑9 for information on using TCS when driving in snowy or icy conditions. Adding non-GM accessories can affect the vehicle performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 10‑3. If there is a problem detected with TCS, SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL is displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Ride Control System Messages on page 5‑49. When this message is displayed and d comes on and stays on, the vehicle is safe to drive but the system is not operational. Driving should be adjusted accordingly. If d comes on and stays on, reset the system: 1. Stop the vehicle. 2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds. 3. Start the engine. If d still comes on and stays on, the vehicle needs service. Notice: Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS is off. The vehicle's driveline could be damaged. TCS can be turned off by pressing and releasing the TCS/ESC button on the overhead console. When TCS is turned off, i comes on, and the appropriate DIC message also displays. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5‑49. With TCS turned off, the system does not limit wheel spin. Driving should be adjusted accordingly. See Traction Off Light on page 5‑23. Press and release the TCS/ESC button again to turn the system back on. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) The vehicle has an Electronic Stability Control system called StabiliTrak. It is an advanced computer-controlled system that assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. StabiliTrak comes on automatically whenever the vehicle is turned on. To assist with directional control of the vehicle, the system should always be left on.