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When the VSC/TRAC or Active TRAC/hill-start assist control systems
are operating
If the vehicle is in danger of slip-
ping or rolling backward when
starting on an incline, or if any of
the drive wheels spins, the slip indi-
cator light flashes to indicate that
the VSC/TRAC or Active TRAC/
hill-start assist control systems are
operating.
A buzzer (intermittent) sounds to
indicate that VSC is operating.
The stop lights and high mounted
stoplight turn on when the hill-start
assist control system is operating.
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Disabling the TRAC or Active TRAC/VSC systems
If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, the TRAC or Active TRAC/
VSC systems may reduce power from the engine to the wheels. You may
need to turn the system off to enable you to rock the vehicle in order to
free it.
■ Turning off TRAC or Active TRAC system only
To turn the TRAC or Active TRAC
system off, quickly press and
release the button.
The TRAC OFF will be shown on
the multi-information display.
Press the button again to turn the
system back on.
■Turning off both TRAC or Active TRAC and VSC systems
To turn the TRAC or Active TRAC
and VSC systems off, press and
hold the button for 3 seconds and
more while the vehicle is stopped.
The VSC OFF indicator light will
come on and the TRAC OFF will
be shown on the multi- information
display.
Press the button again to turn the
system back on.
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■When the TRAC OFF is displayed on the multi-information display even if the
VSC OFF switch has not been pressed
TRAC/Active TRAC, hill-start assist control, downhill assist control and Crawl
Control cannot be operated. Contact your Lexus dealer.
■Hill-start assist control operation conditions
●The shift lever is in D or S.
●The brake pedal is not depressed.
■Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS/Multi Terrain ABS, brake assist, VSC,
TRAC/Active TRAC and hill-start assist control systems
●A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is
started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate that
a malfunction has occurred in any of these systems.
●Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are operat-
ing. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after the ABS/Multi Terrain ABS is acti-vated.
• The brake pedal may move down slightly after the ABS/Multi Terrain ABS is
activated.
■Reactivation of the TRAC or Active TRAC/VSC systems after turning off the
engine
Turning off the engine after turning off the TRAC or Active TRAC/VSC systems
will automatically reactivate them.
■Reactivation of the TRAC or Active TRAC system linked to vehicle speed
When only the TRAC or Active TRAC system is turned off, the TRAC or Active
TRAC system will turn on when vehicle speed increases. However, when both
TRAC or Active TRAC and VSC systems are turned off, the systems will not turn on
even when vehicle speed increases.
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■When the brake system operates continuously
The brake actuator may overheat. In this case, the TRAC or Active TRAC and hill-
start assist control systems will stop operating, a buzzer will sound and the TRAC
OFF will be shown on the multi-information display. Refrain from using the system
until the message goes off. (There is no problem with continuing normal driving.)
■If the slip indicator comes on...
It may indicate a malfunction in the VSC, TRAC/Active TRAC or hill-start assist
control system. Consult your Lexus dealer.
CAUTION
■The ABS/Multi Terrain ABS does not operate effectively when
●Tires with inadequate gripping ability are used (such as excessively worn tires on
a snow covered road).
●The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads.
■Stopping distance when the ABS/Multi Terrain ABS is operating may exceed
that of normal conditions
The ABS/Multi Terrain ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping dis-
tance. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you in the follow-
ing situations:
●When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
●When driving with tire chains
●When driving over bumps in the road
●When driving over roads with potholes or roads with uneven surfaces
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CAUTION
■TRAC/Active TRAC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slippery road
surfaces, even if the TRAC/Active TRAC is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.
■Hill- start assist control does not operate effectively when
Do not overly rely on the hill-start assist control. The hill-start assist control may not
operate effectively on steep inclines and roads covered with ice.
■When the VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes and a warning buzzer sounds. Always drive carefully.
Reckless driving may cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the indica-
tor light flashes and a buzzer sounds.
■When the TRAC or Active TRAC/VSC systems are turned off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road conditions. As
these are the systems to ensure vehicle stability and driving force, do not turn the
TRAC or Active TRAC/VSC systems off unless necessary.
■Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the same size, brand, tread pattern and total load
capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the recommended tire
inflation pressure level.
The ABS/Multi Terrain ABS and VSC systems will not function correctly if different
tires are installed on the vehicle.
Contact your Lexus dealer for further information when replacing tires or wheels.
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PCS (Pre-Collision System)∗
∗: If equipped
When the radar sensor detects that a frontal collision is highly likely or
even unavoidable, safety systems such as the brakes and seat belts are
automatically engaged to lessen im pact as well as vehicle damage.
■Pre-collision seat belts (front seat belts only)
If the system detects that a collision is unavoidable, the system will
retract the seat belt before the collision occurs.
The same will happen if the driver makes an emergency braking or
loses control of the vehicle. ( →P. 9 1 )
However, when the VSC system is disabled, the system will not
operate in the event of skidding.
■ Pre-collision brake assist
When there is a high possibility of a frontal collision, the system
applies greater braking force in relation to how strongly the brake
pedal is depressed.
■ Pre-collision braking
When there is a high possibility of a frontal collision, the system
warns the driver using a warning light, warning display and buzzer. If
the system determines that a collision is unavoidable, the brakes are
automatically applied to reduce the collision speed. Pre-collision
braking can be disabled using the pre-collision braking off switch.
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■Situations in which the pre-collision system does not function properly
The system may not function effectively in situations such as the following:
●On roads with sharp bends or uneven surfaces
●If a vehicle suddenly moves in front of your vehicle, such as at an intersection
●If a vehicle suddenly cuts in front of your vehicle, such as when overtaking
●In inclement weather such as heavy rain, fog, snow or sand storms
●When your vehicle is skidding with the VSC system off
●When an extreme change in vehicle height occurs
●When the axis of the radar is out of adjustment
■Automatic cancelation of the pre-collision system
When a malfunction occurs due to sensor contaminations, etc. that results in the
sensors being unable to detect obstacles, the pre-collision system will be automati-
cally disabled. In this case, the system will not activate even if there is a collision pos-
sibility.
■Obstacles not detected
The system cannot detect plastic obstacles such as pylons. There may also be occa-
sions when the system cannot detect pedestrians, animals, bicycles, motorcycles,
trees, or snowdrifts.
■When there is a malfunction in the system
Warning lights and/or warning messages will turn on or flash. (→P. 6 9 3 , 7 0 5 )
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6SUB BATT30 ATo w i n g
7IG220 AInjector, ignition, meter
8HORN10 AHorn
9EFI25 AEFI ECU, A/F heater relay, fuel pump
relay, EFI NO.2
10A/F20 AA/F SSR
11FUEL OPN 10 AFuel lid opener
12S/HTR RR20 ARear seat heater
13FOLD SEAT LH30 AFolding seat (left)
14FOLD SEAT RH30 AFolding seat (right)
15TOW I N G TA I L30 ATo w i n g
16A/C COMP10 AAir conditioning system
17STRG HTR 10 ASteering heater
18CDS FAN20 ACondenser fan
19STOP10 A
Stop lights, high mount stop light, stop
light switch, VSC ECU, towing, Smart
access system with push button start
20AIR SUS NO.27. 5 AAIR SUS ECU
21H-LP RH-HI15 AHeadlight high beam (right)
22H-LP LH-HI15 AHeadlight high beam (left)
FuseAmpereCircuit
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36RAD NO.115 AAudio system, navigation system, rear
seat entertainment system
37AM27. 5 AStarter system
38RAD NO.210 ANavigation system
39MAYDAY7. 5 AMAYDAY
40AMP30 AAudio system
41ABS NO.150 AABS, VSC
42ABS NO.230 AABS, VSC
43AIR PMP50 AAir pump
44SECURITY10 ASECURITY
45SMART7. 5 ASmart access system with push button
start
46STRG LOCK20 ASteering lock system
47TOW I N G B R K30 ATo w i n g
48WIP RR15 ARear window wiper
49DOME10 A
Interior lights, personal lights, vanity
lights, door courtesy lights, footwell
lights, outer foot lights, overhead
module
FuseAmpereCircuit
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74WD20 A4WD system, rear differential lock
8P/ S E AT F L30 AFront power seat (left)
9D/ L N O. 225 ADoor lock motor, glass hatch
opener, BODY ECU
10PSB30 APSB ECU
11TI & TE15 ATilt and telescopic steering
12FOG FR15 AFront fog lights
13OBD7. 5 ADLC 3
14A/C7. 5 AAir conditioning system
15AM17. 5 AStarting system
16DOOR RL25 ARear power window (left)
17ECU-IG NO.110 A
Shift lock ECU, VSC ECU, steering
sensor, yaw rate sensor, sequential
switch, auto wiper ECU, back up
relay, tilt & telescopic steering, PSB
ECU, DSS#1 ECU, front radar sensor,
AFS ECU, TIRE PRESS ECU,
DRIVER MON ECU
18IG17. 5 A
Front turn signal light, rear turn signal
light, side turn signal light, meter turn
signal light, trailer light, ALT, VSC, C/
C switch
FuseAmpereCircuit
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