"Abbreviations

TCS - Traction Control System
VDC - Vehicle Dynamics Controller
VTC - Variable Timing Control
VLSD - Viscous Limited-Slip Differential


Model Breakdown (2003-2004.5):

Enthusiast: Added Cruise Control, HID headlights, Aluminum pedals, Auto-dimming rearview mirror, VLSD, and TCS. Available in either 6-speed MTo r 5-speed AT.

Performance: Adds VDC , 18" rims (18"x8" all around). Only available with 6-speed MT.

Touring: Adds Leather seats w/ power adjustability, Bose sound system, and optional DVD Navigation. Available in either 6-speed MT or 5-speed AT.

Track: Adds 18" Rays Track Rims (18"x8" front, 18"x8.5" rear, approx. 18.3 lbs per rim), Brembo Big Brake Kit, underbody aero kit w/ rear hatch spoiler. Only available in 6-speed MT."

Am I understanding this correctly, the Track trim will have TCS, VDC, VTC, and VLSD as standard?

 

Correct.

 

No. Pretty sure VDC and TCS cant be had together. It should have TCS

 

2003 Track Model has VDC. I own one

 

Oh ok but am i right that they cant be had together? i remember reading that in my 2003 touring manual

 

2003 Track Model has VDC. I own one-same here also s/c. I don't believe TCS though.

 

TCS is traction control system.

VDC is a stability control system.

I think you're thinking the opposite. Most if not all vehicles come with a traction control system that keeps the power to the wheels during acceleration. if there's loose dirt, gravel, whatever, it will reduce the power to the wheels to keep the vehicle moving so the tires don't just spin in place.

VDC is stability control that will help you maintain control driving and around turns (by reducing power and applying brakes independently).

From my understanding you won't see a vehicle have a stability control system w/o a traction control system


I have an 03 Track Model. It has a VDC button, however if you disable the VDC you're disabling the stability control and traction control system.

 

TCS is a "standalone" in certain Z models, and TCS is a component of VDC in cars equipped with this (VDC).

--Spike