AdvanceTrac娂 constantly monitors the vehicle motion relative to the
driver’s intended course. This is done by using added sensors that
compare the steering inputs from the driver with the actual motion of
the vehicle. When there is a discrepancy between the driver’s inputs and
the vehicle motion, AdvanceTrac娂 changes the force at each tire to help
control the vehicle. If the vehicle begins to rotate excessively left or
right, spin out, or slide sideways, the system will attempt to correct the
excessive motion. If the vehicle does not respond to steering inputs, the
system will attempt to increase the turning response of the vehicle.
AdvanceTrac娂 enhances stability during maneuvers that require all
available tire traction to control the vehicle. The system uses ABS and
Traction Control娂 (including control of the engine) as well as its more
advanced controls to enhance vehicle stability. The benefits of the
AdvanceTrac娂 system are most noticeable when driving in wet/snowy/icy
road conditions and/or when performing emergency maneuvers. In an
emergency lane-change, the driver will experience better overall control
of the vehicle.
Driving conditions which may activate AdvanceTrac娂 include:
• Taking a turn too fast
• Evasively maneuvering to avoid an accident, pedestrian or obstacle
• Hitting a patch of ice
• Changing lanes on a snow-rutted road
• Entering a snow-covered side street from a snow-free road
• Entering a gravel road from a paved road
• Driving on slick surfaces
The AdvanceTrac娂 system is always ON when the engine is running.
The system does not work when the vehicle is traveling backwards. In
reverse, ABS and Traction Control娂 will continue to function.
If you are operating the speed control system and road conditions
change causing the AdvanceTrac娂 to activate, the AdvanceTrac娂 will
disengage speed control. When driving conditions permit you can return
to speed control by pressing “RESUME”, refer to “Speed Control”
section in the Controls and features chapter.
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