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      10-11-2012, 05:53 AM   #11
GaryS
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Originally Posted by tuco44 View Post
Make sure your snow tires are good enough for this winter. They could be wearing down a bit at 10K miles.
Snow tires need minimum 6/32" tread. There are usually wear bars at that height between the treads that make it obvious.

The owners manual says you should not use cruise control on snow or ice. Also,

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You may find it useful to briefly activate DTC under the following special circumstances:

> When driving uphill on snow-covered roads, in slush or on unplowed, snow-covered roads
> When rocking a stuck vehicle free or starting off in deep snow or on loose ground
Activate DTC by pressing the button.

If you want to practice skid control, drifting or donuts in a snowy parking lot, turn DSC/DTC off by pressing the button and holding it down for 3+ seconds.
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