2005 Lincoln LS Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 231
2005 Lincoln LS Manual
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Driving The Traction Control switch, located on the center console by the gearshift lever, has an indicator light that illuminates when the system is off. The Traction Control system will automatically turn on every time the ignition is turned off and on. If you should become stuck in snow or ice or on a very slippery road surface, try switching the Traction Control system off. This may allow excess wheel spin to "dig" the vehicle out and enable a successful "rocking" maneuver. If the Traction Control system is activated excessively in a short period of time, the brake portion of the system will shut down to allow the brakes to cool down. A limited Traction Control function using only engine power reduction will still help control the wheels from over-spinning. When the brakes have cooled down, the system will again function normally. Anti-lock braking is not affected by this condition and will function normally during the cool-down period. If a system fault is detected, the traction control switch's OFF indicator will illuminate and your vehicle should be serviced. AdvanceTracா Stability Enhancement System (if equipped) The AdvanceTrac system provides a stability enhancement feature as well as a traction enhancement feature. It helps your vehicle maintain traction, when driving on slippery and/or hilly road surfaces, by detecting and controlling wheel spin. Excessive wheel spin is controlled by momentarily reducing engine power and rapidly applying the anti-lock brakes. The system is a driver aid which makes your vehicle easier to handle primarily on snow and ice-covered roads. If your vehicle should become stuck in deep snow or mud, try switching the AdvanceTrac system off by pressing the AdvanceTrac button. This will allow your tires to "dig" for traction. If the AdvanceTrac system is activated excessively in a short period of time, the brake portion of the system will shut down to allow the brakes to cool down. A limited AdvanceTrac function using only engine power reduction will still help control the wheels from over-spinning. When the brakes have cooled down, the system will again function normally. Anti-lock braking is not affected by this condition and will function normally during the cool-down period. 231 2005 Lincoln LS (dew) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA_English (fus)