2009 Volvo S40 Owner's Manual - Page 156

06 Starting and driving Stability system This is one of the stability system's permanent functions and cannot be switched off. Information symbol WARNING The stability system is intended to help improve driving safety. It supplements, but can never replace, the driver's judgement and responsibility when operating the vehicle. Speed and driving style should always be adapted to traffic and road conditions. WARNING The car's handling and stability characteristics will be altered if the STC/DSTC system functions have been disabled. If the and symbols light up at the same time, read the message in the display. If only the symbol lights up, this indicates one of the following situations: STC/DSTC-related messages in the text window • "TRACTION CONTROL TEMPORARILY OFF" - The system has been temporarily switched off due to high brake temperature and will automatically switch on again when the brakes have cooled. • The light illuminates for approximately 2 seconds to indicate that the system is performing a self-diagnostic test when the engine is started. • If the light flashes while driving, this indicates that the stability system is actively functioning to help counteract wheel spin and/or a skid. • "ANTI SKID SERVICE REQUIRED" - the system has been automatically disengaged due to a fault. A trained and qualified Volvo service technician should check the system. • If this light stays on after the engine has started or comes on while driving, there may be a fault in the stability system. Consult a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. 06 Symbols used by the stability system Stability system indicator light • If Spin control has been intentionally switched off, a message is displayed and the light will stay on as a reminder that this function has been disabled by the driver. 156