1996 Chevrolet Camaro Owner's Manual - Page 174

Examples of these conditions include a hard acceleration in a turn, or anabrupt upshift or downshift. Also, when the compact spare tire is on the rear axle, the ASR system will cycle and limit acceleration for about the first 15 seconds of driving after each engine start. If your vehicle is in cruise control when the ASR system begins to limit wheel spin, the cruise control will automatically disengage. When road conditions allow you to safely use it again, you may re-engage the cruise control. (See "Cruise Control" in the Index.) When the system is on, this warning light will come on to letyou know if there's a problem with your ASR system. See "ASR System Warning Light" in the Index. When this warning light is on,the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. The ASR system automatically comes on whenever you start your vehicle. To limit wheel spin, especially in slippery road conditions, you should always leave the system on. But you can turn the ASR system off if you ever need to. (You should turn the system off if your vehicle ever gets stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow. See "Rocking Your Vehicle" in the Index.) To turn the system off, press the button on the console near the cigarette lighter. ASR OFF The ASR system warning light will come on and stay on. If the ASR system is limiting wheel spin when you press the button, the warning light will come on -- but the system won't turn off right away. It will wait until there's no longer a current need to limit wheel spin. 4-9