1998 Pontiac Grand Prix Owner's Manual - Page 205

Steering Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the systemis not functioning,you can steer but it will take much more effort. Variable Effort Steering (Option) This steering system provides lighter steering effort for parking and when driving at speeds below mph 20 (32 km/h). Steering effort will increase higher speeds at for improved road feel. Driving onCurves It's important to take curves a reasonable speed. at A lot of the "driver lost control" accidents mentioned on You can turn the system back on any time by pressing the news happen on curves. Here's why: at the button again. The Enhanced Traction System Experienced driver or beginner, each us is subject to of warning light should go o f f. of the same laws physics when drivingon curves. The traction of the tires againstthe road surface makes it Braking in Emergencies possible for the vehicleto change its path when you u n tr With anti-lock, you cansteer and brake at the same the front wheels. there's no traction, inertia will keep If time. In many emergencies, steering can help you more the vehicle goingin the samedirection. If you've ever than even the very best braking. tried to steer a vehicle on wet ice, you'll understand this. When you turn the system off, the Enhanced Traction System warning light come on and stay on. If the will Enhanced Traction Systemis limiting wheel spin when you press the button toturn the system off, the warning light will come on and the system will shut-off -instantly. It will wait until there's no longer current a need to limit wheel spin. Steering Tips 4-12