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2000 Volvo S & V70
Fault in ETC (Electronic Throttle Control system)
If this lamp comes on, there is a fault in the engine control system and driveability will be affected.
Switch the ignition off and then on again. If the light remains on, the system should be inspected by an
authorized Volvo retailer.
pg. 23 Warning lights
TRACS disengaged (option)
If the TRACS (TRAction Control System) is manually disengaged with the switch on the dashboard (see
page 27), the warning light will come on. This will also come on to indicate a TRACS malfunction, and
when the brakes overheat, although it goes out again at the normal temperature level. If the lamp
remains on, the system should be checked by an authorized Volvo retailer. This lamp should not be
confused with the ON/OFF indicator lamp above the switch.
STC disengaged (option)
The indicator light () in the instrument panel will be ON when you have switched the Stability and
Traction Control system (STC) OFF using the button on the dashboard (see page 25). The light will also
come on if there is a fault in the STC system or to indicate that the brakes have overheated. The light
will go out when the brake temperature returns to normal.
The symbol will flash when STC is actively regulating power to the drive wheels. Normal power may be
reduced at this time. This is normal as power is momentarily reduced to help keep the drive wheels from
losing traction and spinning.
Coolant level sensor
If this light comes on while driving, the coolant level is low. The coolant level in the expansion tank
should be checked immediately and topped up if necessary. The cooling system should be inspected by
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