1996 Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - Page 176

The traction control system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle. limit wheel spin, To especially in slippery road conditions, you should always leavethe system on. But you turn the can traction control system off if you ever need to. (You should turn the systemoff if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud, or snow. See "Rocking Your Vehicle" ice in the Index.) You can turn the system back on at any time pressing by the button again. The traction control system warning light shouldgo off. Braking in Emergencies Use your anti-lock braking system when need to. you With anti-lock, you can steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help more you than eventhe very best braking. To turn the system off, press the TRACTION CONTROL button located on the console next the to gear shift selector. Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system. not functioning,you can steer but is it will take much more effort. I I Magnasteer Your vehicle is equipped with GM Magnasteera , steering system that continuously adjusts the effort you feel when steering.atall vehicle speeds. It provides ease when parking, yet a firm, solid at highway speeds. feel TM The traction control system warning light will come on and stay on.If the system islimiting wheel spin when you press the button, the warning light will come on but the -system won'tt r off right away. It will waitn i there's un utl no l n e a current need to limit wheel spin. o gx 4-9