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Traction control system warning light (option) – Buick 2001 Park Avenue User Manual

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Traction Control System Warning
Light (Option)

This warning light should
come on briefly when the
engine is started.

If the warning light doesn’t come on then, have it fixed
so it will be ready to warn you if there’s a problem.
If it stays on, or comes on when you’re driving, there
may be a problem with your traction control system and
your vehicle may need service. When this warning light
is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your
driving accordingly.

The traction control system warning light may come on
for the following reasons:
D If you turn the system off by pressing the button

located on the end of the shift lever, the warning
light will come on and stay on. To turn the system
back on, press the button again. The warning light
should go off. See “Traction Control System” in the
Index for more information.

D If there’s a brake system problem that is specifically

related to traction control, the traction control system
will turn off, the warning light will come on and the
chime will sound.

D If the traction control system is affected by an

engine

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related problem, the system will turn

off, the warning light will come on and the
chime will sound.

If the traction control system warning light comes on
and stays on for an extended period of time when the
system is turned on, your vehicle needs service.