2013 Ford Transit Connect Passenger Owner Manual Printing 2 - Page 128

Traction Control 127 PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION The traction control system helps avoid drive wheel spin and loss of traction. If your vehicle begins to slide, the system applies the brakes to individual wheels and, when needed, reduces engine power at the same time. If the wheels spin when accelerating on slippery or loose surfaces, the system reduces engine power in order to increase traction. USING TRACTION CONTROL In certain situations (for example, stuck in snow or mud), turning the traction control off may be beneficial as this allows the wheels to spin with full engine power. Turn the traction control system off by using the TCS OFF button (if equipped) located on the instrument panel next to the hazard warning TCS OFF switch. OFF will illuminate in the switch. During normal operation, TCS will be illuminated in the switch. System indicator lights and messages WARNING: If a failure has been detected within the Traction Control System, the stability control light will illuminate steadily. Verify that the Traction Control System was not manually disabled. If the stability control light still illuminates steadily, have the system serviced by an authorized dealer immediately. Operating your vehicle with Traction Control disabled could lead to an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. The stability control light temporarily illuminates on engine start-up and stays on when a problem occurs in the system. 2013 Transit Connect (tst) Owners Guide gf, 2nd Printing, November 2012 USA (fus)