2003 Hyundai Santa Fe Owner's Manual - Page 134

2- 12 DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI C310A01O-AAT C300D02O-AAT Indicator and Warning The indicator should illuminate when the ignition key is turned to ON or START but should go out after three seconds. If the indicator does not illuminate, have it checked by an authorized dealer. Should there be any unusual conditions in the device while driving, TCS illuminates as a warning. If TCS illuminates, pull your car to a safe place and stop the engine. Then, start the engine again to check if the TCS indicator goes out. If the indicator remains lit even after the engine has been started, have your car checked by an authorized Hyundai dealer. FULL TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (FTCS) (3.5 L only) (If installed) SLIP Control Limits the drive wheels from spinning excessively during starting or while making accelerated turns on slippery roads to avoid losing the driving force of the front wheels. Driving hints TCS does not actively apply brakes. Be sure to decelerate the car sufficiently before entering curves. ! HSM434 CAUTION: NOTE: When TCS indicator illuminates, traction control is automatically deactivated for safety. On slippery road surfaces, the traction control system (TCS) limits the drive wheels from spinning excessively, thus helping the car to accelerate. It also provides sufficient driving force and steering performance as the car turns at accelerated speeds. When the TCS indicator blinks, SLIP control has been activated. It also means that the road is slippery or your car is accelerating excessively. In this situation, release foot pressure from the accelerator pedal and maintain moderate speed. ! WARNING: Traction control is only a driving aid; all normal precautions for driving in inclement weather and on slippery road surfaces should be observed.