Ford Mondeo Quiz
Traction control

Using traction control

In this manual: Traction control
Introduction — 9Overview — 6Child safety — 5Seat belts — 4Supplemental Restraint System — 8Keys and Remote Controls — 4MyKey — 9Locks — 3Safety — 4Steering wheel — 6Wipers and washers — 4Lighting — 15Windows and mirrors — 7Instrument cluster — 4Information Displays — 3Climate control unit — 9Seats — 10Auxiliary power points — 1Storage Compartments — 4Engine Starting and Stopping — 7Unique Driving Characteristics — 1Fuel and Refueling — 7High-voltage battery — 3Transmission — 1Brakes — 5Traction control — 3Electronic Stability Control — 3Parking Aids — 7Cruise control — 4Driver assistance — 21Vehicle Loading — 1Towing — 3Driving tips — 6Roadside assistance in emergencies — 11Fuses — 3Maintenance — 15Vehicle Cleaning — 6Wheels and Tires — 8Capacities and specifications — 3Audio system — 8SYNC — 7SYNC 2 — 10Appendices — 3
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The system is activated automatically each time you switch on the ignition.

Note: In certain situations, for example when your vehicle is stuck in snow or mud, it may be useful to switch the system off so that the wheels can spin at full speed.

Switching the system on and off using the controls on the information display.

Your vehicle is delivered with this function already activated. If necessary, you can deactivate this function using the controls on the information display.

See General information (page 89).

Stability control remains active even when you have switched off the traction control system.

Switching the system on and off using the button (where fitted)

The button is located on the dashboard.

Press the button. A message appears together with an illuminated icon on the display. Press the button again to return the system to normal mode.

Stability control remains active even when you have switched off the traction control system.

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