2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Owner's Manual - Page 255

To turn the system off or on, press the traction control button located near the exterior lamp control. Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is not functioning, you can steer but it will take much more effort. When you turn the system off, a chime will sound and a TRACTION CONTROL OFF message will appear in the DIC. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 195 for more information. If the Traction Control System is limiting wheel spin when you press the button to turn the system off, the traction control system warning light will come on and the system will turn off right away. You can turn the system back on at any time by pressing the button again. The Traction Control System warning light should go off. Adding non-GM accessories can affect your vehicle's performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 296 for more information. Steering Tips It is important to take curves at a reasonable speed. A lot of the "driver lost control" accidents mentioned on the news happen on curves. Here is why: Experienced driver or beginner, each of us is subject to the same laws of physics when driving on curves. The traction of the tires against the road surface makes it possible for the vehicle to change its path when you turn the front wheels. If there is no traction, inertia will keep the vehicle going in the same direction. If you have ever tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice, you will understand this. 255