What does Service StabiliTrak mean on a GM car?
The message drivers are seeing on their message display says, “Service StabiliTrak,” or just a traction control MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp), sometimes accompanied by an ABS MIL. StabiliTrack® is GM’s stability control system that utilizes the anti-lock braking system in minimizing loss of traction in certain situations.
What does the Service StabiliTrak warning light mean?
Service StabiliTrak Warning – The number one indication that something is wrong is your Terrain’s “Service StabiliTrak” warning light itself. Cruise Control – Without the StabiliTrak system functioning properly, your Terrain may disable the cruise control.
Why do you need Service StabiliTrak on a Lucerne?
Unlike StabiliTrak, which controls lateral issues (sliding), traction control keeps the wheels from unnecessary spinning. This helps avoid lateral acceleration altogether. Although it may be tempting to ignore the service StabiliTrak warning, it can really be dangerous not having it when you need it.
Why does my StabiliTrak come on at random?
The stabilitrak and traction control lights come on and service lights for both come on at random. The usually common before I reach 20 mph, and is random. Some days it won’t some days it will. I have stopped turned the ignition off for a few minutes, and restarted and it goes away. Days later its back. I’ve heard the sensors may be dirty or loose.
Why do I get a Service StabiliTrak message?
The Service StabiliTrak notification indicates an error with the StabiliTrak System, a type of traction control present in all cars as a standard safety measure. Possible causes include the following:
When does traction control turn off Service StabiliTrak?
The “Service Stabilitrak” light will usually appear first and then the car will turn traction control off. Once traction control is turned off, the transmission beings to shift very hard and rough.
What does StabiliTrak stand for in car category?
StabiliTrak is originally given to General Motor (GM)’s Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system – a type of traction control and a standard safety feature existing in all GM cars. Since then, StabiliTrak has been colloquially used to refer to traction control systems (TCS) of other vehicles, including Chevrolet, Toyota, Ford, and Volkswagen.
Unlike StabiliTrak, which controls lateral issues (sliding), traction control keeps the wheels from unnecessary spinning. This helps avoid lateral acceleration altogether. Although it may be tempting to ignore the service StabiliTrak warning, it can really be dangerous not having it when you need it.