2005 Hyundai Santa Fe Owner's Manual - Page 164

2 DRIVING YOUR HYUNDAI 14 C300B01O-AAT C300D02O-AAT FULL TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (FTCS) C310A01O-AAT TCS ON Mode When the TCS is operating, the TCS indicator in the instrument cluster will blink. Indicator and Warning The TCS indicator should illuminate when the ignition key is turned to ON or START but should go out after approximately three seconds. If the indicator does not illuminate, have the system checked by an authorized dealer. Should there be any unusual conditions in the TCS system 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. (If installed) NOTE: 1) The TCS mode will automatically be turned ON after the engine is turned off and restarted. 2) When the traction control system is operating properly, you can feel a slight pulsation in the vehicle. This is only the effect of the brake control and indicates nothing unusual. 3) When the engine starts, a click may be heard from the engine compartment; however, this is the sound of the traction control being checked. 4) When moving out of the mud or fresh snow, pressing the accelerator pedal may not cause the engine speed to increase due to TCS operation. HSM434 NOTE: When the TCS indicator illuminates, traction control is automatically deactivated. On slippery road surfaces, the traction control system (TCS) limits the drive wheels from spinning excessively, thus helping the car to accelerate. It also helps to provide sufficient driving force and steering performance as the car turns.