If you press the TC button once, the tractioncontrol system will turn off and the TCS warninglight will come on. If you press the TC button againwithin five seconds, the traction control systemwill remain off, the warning light will stay on, andthe stability system will enter CompetitiveDriving Mode. Competitive Driving will be displayedon the Driver Information Center (DIC). SeeCompetitive Driving Mode (CTS-V) on page 298and “Driver Information Center (DIC)” in theNavigation Supplement for more information.Press the TC button again to turn the systemback on. If you press and hold the TC button forfive seconds, the StabiliTrak® and Traction Controlsystems will turn off. Press the TC button againto turn StabiliTrak® and Traction Control back on.For more information, see StabiliTrak® Systemon page 299.Adding non-GM accessories can affect yourvehicle’s performance. See Accessories andModifications on page 332 for more information.Competitive Driving Mode (CTS-V)The driver can select this optional handlingmode by pressing the Traction Control (TC) buttonon the steering wheel twice within five seconds.COMPETITIVE DRIVING will be displayed inthe DIC. Competitive driving mode allowsthe driver to have control of the power applied tothe rear wheels, while the StabiliTrak® systemhelps steer the vehicle by selective brakeapplication. In competitive mode, the levels atwhich StabiliTrak® is engaged have been modifiedto better suit a performance driving environment.When the traction control warning light is on,the Traction Control System will not be operating.Adjust your driving accordingly.When you press the TC button again, or turn theignition to ACCESSORY, the TCS will be on.The traction engaged symbol will be displayedtemporarily in the DIC and a chime will be heard.298
