2013 Chevrolet Volt Owner Manual - Page 221

Driving and Operating The system may be heard or felt while it is working, but this is normal. StabiliTrak activates when the computer senses a difference between the intended path and the direction the vehicle is actually traveling. StabiliTrak selectively applies braking pressure to the vehicle brakes to help steer the vehicle in the intended direction. When the vehicle is started and begins to move, the system performs several diagnostic checks to ensure there are no problems. The system may be heard or felt while it is working. This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with the vehicle. The system should initialize before the vehicle reaches 32 km/h (20 mph). In some cases, it may take approximately 3.2 km (2 mi) of driving before the system initializes. When StabiliTrak activates, d flashes on the instrument cluster. This also occurs when traction control is activated. This is normal. Continue to steer the vehicle in the intended direction. A noise may be heard or vibration may be felt in the brake pedal. This is normal. Continue to steer the vehicle in the intended direction. See Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light on page 5‑24. If a problem is detected with StabiliTrak, SERVICE STABILITRAK 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. 9-35 If d still comes on and stays on, the vehicle needs service. . To turn off both StabiliTrak and TCS, press and hold the TCS/ ESC button on the overhead console, until i and g illuminate and the appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5‑49. When StabiliTrak is turned off, the system will not assist with directional control of the vehicle or limit wheel spin.