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Tesla Traction Control

The amber Traction Control icon on Tesla activates in two cases: the system is actively intervening (blinking) or it is temporarily off / faulty (steady).

What this indicator means

On AWD Tesla (Long Range, Performance) traction control manages each motor`s torque independently. This is the finest traction control in the industry. On Standard Range/RWD it uses selective wheel-braking.

Common causes

Active trigger during wheelspin (blinking = normal)
Slip Start enabled (intentional)
Wheel-speed sensor — same as ABS
Different tyre sizes on axles (only two replaced)
Motor inverter issue

What to do as a driver

On steady illumination check Vehicle Settings → Autopilot → Slip Start. If off and the icon persists — diagnostics needed. Verify tyre uniformity.

Safety

Important: without TC risk of wheelspin on slippery. Avoid hard accelerations.