2004 Nissan Quest Owner's Manual - Page 224

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS) When accelerating on slippery surfaces the tire may spin or slip. With the vehicle traction control system, sensors detect these movements and control the braking and engine output to help improve vehicle stability while accelerating. ● When the traction control system is operating, the slip indicator in the instrument panel blinks. ● If the slip indicator blinks, the vehicle is under slippery conditions. Be sure to drive carefully. See "Slip indicator light" and "Traction control off indicator light" in the "Instruments and controls" section of this manual. ● If a malfunction occurs in the system, the and indicator lights come on in the meter panel. As long as these warning lights are on, the traction control function is canceled. The vehicle will behave like a vehicle without the system. ● When driving on extremely inclined surfaces such as higher banked corners, the traction control system may not opindicator erate properly and the light may come on. Do not drive on these types of roads. ● If wheels or tires other than the recommended ones are used, the traction control system may not operate properly and the indicator light may come on. ● The traction control system is not a substitute for winter tires or tire chains on a snow covered road. WARNING ● The traction control system is designed to help improve driving stability but does not prevent accidents due to abrupt steering operation at high speeds or by careless or dangerous driving techniques. Reduce vehicle speed and be especially careful when driving and cornering on slippery surfaces and always drive carefully. ● If brake related parts such as brake pads, rotors and calipers are not standard equipment or are extremely deteriorated, the traction control system may not operate properly and the indicator light may come on. ● Do not modify the vehicle's suspension. If suspension parts such as shock absorbers, struts, springs and bushings are not standard equipment or are extremely deteriorated, the traction control system may not operate properly and the indicator light may come on. 5-18 Starting and driving