Q: Traction control system
Was driving and I felt a strong tug and stabiltrack and tcs message popped up and said service but was still driving to work. Got out 2 hours later I came back started it sounded normal but when I hit the highway I got a message saying engine power reduced with both signs still on
My car has 114000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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