FORD 2003 Mustang v.3 - Manual (Page 105)

engine will not “rev-up” when you push further on
the accelerator. This is normal system behavior and
should be no reason for concern.
The Traction Control
௢
switch, located below
the radio, illuminates
when the system is off.
The Traction Control
௢
system will
automatically turn on every time the ignition is
turned OFF and ON.
If you should become stuck in snow or ice or on a
very slippery road surface, try switching the Traction
Control
௢ system off. This may allow excess wheel
spin to “dig” the vehicle out and enable a successful
“rocking” maneuver.
The traction control on/off status is shown by an
indicator lamp on the traction control switch. If the
system is off, the indicator will be illuminated. If a
system fault is detected while the traction control
system in on, the indicator lamp on the traction
control switch will be illuminated and your vehicle
should be serviced.
Aggressive driving in any road conditions
can cause you to lose control of your vehicle
increasing the risk of severe personal injury or
property damage. The occurrence of a Traction
Control
௢ event is an indication that at least some
of the tires have exceeded their ability to grip the
road; this may lead to an increased risk of loss of
vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury
and death. If you experience a severe road event,
SLOW DOWN.
TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED)
This axle provides added traction on slippery
surfaces, particularly when one wheel is on a poor
traction surface. Under normal conditions, the
Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle.
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