Sunfire L4-2.2L VIN F (2002)
Traction Control Indicator Lamp: Description and Operation
Traction Control System Indicator(s) Low Traction
The IPC illuminates the low traction indicator when the following occurs:
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The Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) detects a traction control event. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the EBCM requesting
illumination.
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The IPC performs the displays test at the star of each ignition cycle. The indicator illuminates for approximately 3 seconds. Traction Off The IPC
illuminates the traction off indicator when the following occurs:
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The Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) inhibits the traction control system. The IPC receives a class 2 message from the EBCM
requesting illumination. The traction control so item is disabled when the following occurs:
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For Chevrolet only, the shift lever is in FIRST (1) or SECOND (2) gear. The EBCM receives a class 2 message from the Powertrain Control
Module (PCM) indicating the gear position.
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For Pontiac and Oldsmobile only, the Body Control Module (BCM) detects that the traction control switch is pressed (signal circuit is low).
The EBCM receives a class 2 message from the BCM indicating the switch status.
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The BCM detects that the park brake is engaged (signal circuit is low) and that the engine is on. The EBCM receives a class 2 message from
the BCM indicating the park brake status.
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The PCM detects certain malfunctions and is unable to perform torque reduction requests from the EBCM. The EBCM receives a class 2
message from the PCM indicating that traction control cannot be performed.
