2008 Chevrolet Equinox Owner's Manual - Page 245

The traction control system can be turned off by pressing the traction control button, located next to the gear shift lever. If the system is limiting wheel spin when you press the button, the traction control off light appears on the instrument panel cluster. The system will not turn off until there is no longer a current need to limit wheel spin. Turn the system back on by pressing the button again. If the light does not come on, traction control might not be working and your vehicle should be serviced by a dealer/retailer. Adding non-dealer/non-retailer accessories can affect your vehicle's performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 5-3 for more information. When the traction control system is turned off, the traction control warning light on the instrument panel cluster comes on and TRACTION CONTROL OFF briefly displays. The traction control system can be activated again by pressing the traction control button. While the traction control system is activated, the traction control system warning light on the instrument panel cluster comes on and TRACTION CONTROL ON briefly displays. StabiliTrak® System Your vehicle has this feature. The StabiliTrak® system is an advanced computer controlled system that helps the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. This is accomplished by selectively applying any one of the vehicle's brakes and reducing engine power. The StabiliTrak® system comes on automatically whenever you start your vehicle. 4-7