1998 Cadillac Catera Owner's Manual - Page 188

Using Anti-Lock Don't pump the brakes. hold the brake pedal down Just firmly and let anti-lock work you. You may hear the for anti-lock pump or motor operate, and feel the brake pedal pulsate, but this normal. is Traction Control System Your vehicle hasa traction control system that limits wheel spin. This is especially useful in slippery road conditions. The system operates only if it senses that one orboth of the rear wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction. When this happens, system brakes the the spinning wheel and/or reduces engine power to limit wheel spin. on The traction control system automatically comes whenever you start your vehicle. limit wheel spin, To especially in slippery road conditions, you should always leave the system on. But you can turn the traction control systemoff if you ever need to. (You should turn the system if your vehicleever gets off stuck in sand, mud, or snow. See "Rocking Your ice Vehicle" in the Index.) To turn the system off, pres the TCS OFF button located next to the radio on the center console. You may feel or hear the system working, but this is normal. This warning light will come on to let you know if there's a problem with your traction control system. Braking in Emergencies See "Traction ControlSystem Warning Light" in the Index. When this warning lightis on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. With anti-lock, you can steer and brake the same at time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more than even the very best braking. 4-9