Why does my car bog down with traction control coming on

Asked by GuruZHXQ8 Nov 05, 2017 at 04:51 PM about the 1998 Lincoln Town Car Executive

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have a 98 towncar that runs good normally but if I'm in snow or mud and need
to make it drive harder to go through or over something, the instant a tire spins
the traction light comes on and my motor strains to rev up and eventually shuts
down. The harder I try to make it go the worse it runs. How can I turn off the
traction control or whats a good suggestion to diagnose the issue.I have no
problem making it climb hills or just get up and go otherwise.

2 Answers

F_O_R answered 6 years ago

Traction control applies brakes to the spinning wheel(s). If the driving surface is too slippery the brakes will not let you move. There may be a off switch for the traction control. Check your owners manual.

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F_O_R answered 6 years ago

All you can do is get better tires. If the differential is open you could install a limited slip differential.

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