The TC was completely disabled by removing the 2 fuses. Cant remeber the numbers off the top of my head. The light illuminates constantly as if you had pressed the button.

I do not see why the TC would engage because the front wheels aren't moving. The TCM should be detecting traction loss, not lack of movement. Would be interested in the source of the info though !

My is a manual, so not sure if yours should be the same, dont see why not as they share the same fuse systems and TC moduals I believe.