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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CAVALIER LS, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 266 (ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM, TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM & STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM)DESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONABS DESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONTRACTION CONTROL AND ACTIVE HANDLING SYSTEM INDICATOR(S)SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 T
Service Traction System
2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Service Traction System
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The IPC illuminates the SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM indicator in the message center when the following occurs:
- The EBCM detects that there is a problem with the traction control system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the EBCM.
- When the traction system is on and this message is displayed the traction control and active handling system indicator turns on.
- The IPC will also illuminate the SERVICE ACTIVE HNDLG indicator after the SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM indicator is displayed in the message center, when the active handling system is present.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.