2004 Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual - Page 111

J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 20 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M To Cancel To turn off the system, use one of these methods: • Press the ON/OFF switch. • Slightly depress the brake pedal. • Depress the clutch pedal. (Manual transmission only) • Press the CANCEL button. Traction Control System (TCS)* The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by regulating engine torque and breaking. When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers engine torque and operates the brakes to prevent loss of traction. This means that on a slick surface, the engine adjusts automatically to provide optimum power to the drive wheels without causing them to spin and lose traction. WARNING TCS and Unsafe Driving: The traction control system (TCS) cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following another vehicle too closely), and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of water on the road surface). You can still have an accident. So don't rely on the traction control system as a substitute for safe driving. TCS and Snow and Ice: Driving without proper traction devices on snow and ice-covered roads is dangerous. The traction control system (TCS) alone cannot provide adequate traction and you could still have an accident. Use snow tires or tire chains and drive at reduced speeds when roads are covered with ice and snow. The system is off when the ignition is off. NOTE Cruise control will cancel at about 15 km/h (9 mph) below the preset speed or below 30 km/h (19 mph). 5-20 *Some models. Form No. 8R65-EA-03C