1997 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 117

Enhanced Traction System Warning Light (If Equipped) With the Enhanced Traction System (ETS), this warning light should come on briefly as you start the engine. If the warning light doesn't come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there'sa problem. The Enhanced Traction System warning light may come on for the following reasons: If you turn the system off by pressing the button on the shift lever, the warning light will come on and stay on. To turn the system back on, press the button again. The warning light should go off. (See "Enhanced Traction System" in the Index for more information.) The warning light will come on when you set your parking brake with the engine running, and it will stay on if your parking brake doesn't release fully. If the system isturned on and the warning light stays on after your parking brake is fully released, it means there's a problem with the system. ETS OFF If it stays on, or comes on when you're driving, there may be a problem with your Enhanced Traction System and your vehicle may need service. When this warning light is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. If the Enhanced Traction System warning light comes on and stays on for an extended period of time when the system is turned on and the parking brake is fully released, your vehicle needs service. 2-62