Vauxhall Corsa Owner's Manual

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138Drive control systemsTraction Control system (TC Plus ) 3The TC Plus prevents the driving wheels fromspinning, irrespective of the roadconditions and tyre grip.The system monitors the rotational speedof all wheels. As soon as at least onedriving wheel starts to spin, the engineoutput is reduced (the sound of the enginechanges) and the spinning wheel is braked.This improves the vehicle’s directionalcontrol and driving power, particularly onsnow and ice as well as on wet or slipperyroads.TC Plus is ready for operation as soon asthe ignition is switched on and the warninglight v goes out.When the TC Plus comes into action,v flashes.The vehicle is now in a critical situation;TC Plus allows you to keep control of thevehicle and reminds you to match yourspeed to the road conditions.Control indicator vLights up for a few seconds when ignition isswitched on. The system is now ready foroperation.Flashing during driving:This shows the system has come intoaction. The engine output may be reduced(the sound of the engine changes) and thevehicle may be braked automatically to asmall degree.Lights up while driving:Fault in the system: Driving can continue.Spinning drive wheels can cause drivingstability to worsen unless driving style isadapted, depending on acceleration androad surface.Have the cause of the fault remedied. Werecommend that you consult a VauxhallAuthorised Repairer. The system’sintegrated self-diagnostics allows faults tobe quickly remedied.Do not let this special safety featuretempt you into taking risks when driving.Traffic safety can only be achieved byadopting a responsible driving style.