2005 Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual - Page 117

RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page117 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (117,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving l Press the CANCEL button. Traction Control System (TCS) í The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by controlling engine torque and breaking. When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers engine torque and operates the brakes to prevent loss of traction. This means that on a slick surface, the engine adjusts automatically to provide optimum power to the drive wheels without causing them to spin and lose traction. The system is off when the ignition is off. NOTE Cruise control will cancel at about 15 km/h (9 mph) below the preset speed or below 30 km/h (19 mph). WARNING TCS and Unsafe Driving: The traction control system (TCS) cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following another vehicle too closely), and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of water on the road surface). You can still have an accident. So don't rely on the traction control system as a substitute for safe driving. TCS and Snow and Ice: Driving without proper traction devices on snow and/or ice-covered roads is dangerous. The traction control system (TCS) alone cannot provide adequate traction and you could still have an accident. Use snow tires or tire chains and drive at reduced speeds when roads are covered with ice and/or snow. í Some models. 5-21 Form No.8T69-EA-04G