traction control TOYOTA SUPRA 2020 Owners Manual (in English)

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CONTROLSElectronically unlock the trans-
mission lock to maneuver vehi-
cle from a danger area.
Unlocking is possible, if the
starter can spin the engine.
Before unlocking the transmis-
sion lock, set the parking brake
to prevent the vehicle from roll-
ing away.
1 Press and hold down brake
pedal.
2 Press the Start/Stop button.
The starter must audibly
start. Hold the Start/Stop but-
ton pressed.
3 With your free hand, press
the button on the selector
lever, arrow 1, and press the
selector lever into selector
lever position N and hold,
arrow N, until selector lever position N is displayed in the
instrument cluster.
A vehicle messag
e is displayed.
4Release Start/Stop button
and selector lever.
5 Release brake, as soon as
the starter stops.
6 Maneuver the vehicle from
the danger area and secure it
against moving on its own.
For additional information, see
the chapter on tow-starting and
towing, refer to page 311.
Launch Control enables opti-
mum acceleration on surfaces
with good traction under dry sur-
rounding conditions.
The use of Launch Control
causes premature component
wear since this function rep-
resents a very heavy load for
the vehicle.
Displays in the instrument
cluster
The selector lever posi-
tion is displayed, for
example P.
Electronic unlocking of
the transmission lock
General information
Engaging selector lever
position N
Launch Control
Concept
General information
1
R
N

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Do not use Launch Control
during the break-in, refer to
page 246, period.
Do not steer the steering wheel
when driving off with Launch
Control.
Launch Control is available
when the engine is at operating
temperature. The engine is at
operating temperature after an
uninterrupted trip of at least 6
miles/10 km.
1Switch on drive-ready state.
2 Press the sport button.
SPORT will be dis played on the
instrument cluster, indicating sport
mode has been selected.
3 Press the button.
TRACTION will be displayed on the
instrument cluster and the VSC
OFF indicator la mp will illuminate.
4Select the D selector lever
position.
5 Firmly depress the brake
pedal with your left foot.
6 Fully depress and hold the
accelerator pedal at the kick-
down position.
A flag symbol will be shown in the
instrument cluster.
7The engine speed will be
adjusted for launching. Release the brake pedal
within 3 seconds.
After Launch Control has been
used, the transmission must
cool down for approx. 5 minutes
before Launch Control can be
used again. Launch Control
adjusts to the surrounding con-
ditions, when used again.
To increase vehicle stability,
activate VSC Vehicle Stability
Control System again as soon
as possible.
An experienced driver may be
able to achieve better accelera-
tion values in VSC OFF mode.
The Sport mode button influ-
ences the driving dynamics
properties of the vehicle.
The following systems are
affected, for instance:
 Engine characteristics.
 Automatic transmission.
Functional requirements
Start with launch control
Repeated use during a trip
After using Launch Control
System limits
Sport mode button
Concept
General information

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Brake system
Braking system
impaired. Continue to
drive moderately.
Have the vehicle
checked immediately
by your Toyota dealer.
Yellow lights
Anti-lock Braking System
ABS
Braking force boost
may not be working.
Avoid abrupt braking.
Take the longer brak-
ing distance into
account.
Have the system imme-
diately checked by your
Toyota dealer.
VSC Vehicle Stability Con-
trol System
The indicator light
flashes: VSC controls
the drive and braking
forces. The vehicle is
stabilized. Reduce
speed and modify your
driving style to the driv-
ing circumstances.
The indicator light lights
up: VSC has malfunc-
tioned.
Have the system imme-
diately checked by a
dealer’s service center
or another qualified ser-
vice center or repair
shop.
VSC, refer to page 193.
VSC Vehicle Stability Con-
trol System is deactivated or
Traction mode is activated
VSC is deactivated or
Traction mode is acti-
vated.
VSC, refer to page 193,
and Traction mode,
refer to page 195.

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Loss of traction of the front
wheels, which can lead to
understeering.
When VSC is deactivated, driv-
ing stability is reduced during
acceleration and when driving in
curves.
To increase vehicle stability,
activate VSC again as soon as
possible.
When VSC is deactivated, VSC
OFF is displayed in the instru-
ment cluster.
Safety information
WA R N I N G
The system cannot serve as a
substitute for the driver’s personal
judgment in assessing the traffic
situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot inde-
pendently react to all traffic situa-
tions. There i
s a risk of an
accident. Adjust driving style to
traffic conditions. Watch traffic
closely and actively intervene
where appropriate.
WA R N I N G
When driving with a roof load, for
instance with roof-mounted lug-
gage rack, the vehicle's center of
gravity is higher, which increases
the risk of the vehicle tipping in
critical driving situations. There is
a risk of accidents or risk of dam-
age to property. Do not deactivate
VSC Vehicle Stability Control Sys-
tem when driving with roof load.
Overview
Button in the vehicle
VSC OFF
Deactivating/activating
VSC
General information
Deactivating VSC
Hold the button down until
VSC OFF is displayed in
the instrument cluster and
the VSC OFF indicator
light is illuminated.
Activating VSC
Press the button.
VSC OFF and the VSC
OFF indicator light go out.
Display
In the instrument cluster

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CONTROLS When entering a curve at an
excessively high rate of speed
In this case, even if the VSC oper-
ates, it cannot oper ate sufficiently
to avoid a possible dangerous situ-
ation. The driver is solely responsi-
ble for understanding their
surroundings and driving at a safe
speed.
Traction mode is a version of the
VSC Vehicle Stability Control
System where forward momen-
tum is optimized. The system ensures maximum
headway on special road condi-
tions or loose road surfaces, for
instance unplowed snowy
roads, but with somewhat lim-
ited driving stability.
When Traction mode is acti-
vated, the vehicle has maximum
traction. Driving stability is lim-
ited during acceleration and
when driving in curves.
You may find it useful to briefly
activate Traction mode in the
following situations:

When driving in slush or on
uncleared, snow-covered
roads.
 When driving off from deep
snow or loose ground.
 When driving with snow
chains.
Indicator/warning lights
The indicator
light lights
up: VSC is deactivated.
The indicator light flashes:
VSC controls the drive
and braking forces.
The indicator light lights
up: VSC has malfunc-
tioned.
Situations which the VSC
cannot operate sufficiently
Traction mode
Concept
General information
Overview
Button in the vehicle
VSC OFF

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If Traction mode is activated,
TRACTION is displayed in the
instrument cluster.
In certain situations, the VSC is
activated automatically:
If Adaptive Cruise Control
with Stop & Go function ACC
is activated. 
On a braking intervention by
the Toyota Supra Safety sys-
tems.
 The vehicle has a flat tire.
The active differential step-
lessly locks the rear axle
depending on the driving condi-
tions. This provides optimal
power transfer in all driving con-
ditions by helping prevent wheel
spin at either rear wheel.
The driver is responsible adapt-
ing his or her driving style to the
situation.
Activating/deactivating
Traction mode
Activating Traction mode
Press the button.
TRACTION is displayed in
the instrument cluster and
the indicator light for VSC
OFF lights up.
Deactivating Traction mode
Press the button again.
TRACTION and the VSC
OFF indicator light go out.
Display
Display in the instrument
cluster
Indicator/warning lights
The indicator light lights
up: Traction mode is acti-
vated.
Automatic program
change
Active differential

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The indicator will come on.
Cruise control is active. The cur-
rent speed is maintained and
stored as desired speed.
VSC Vehicle Stability Control
System is switched on, if neces-
sary.The displays go out. The stored
desired speed is deleted.
The system is automatically
interrupted in the following situa-
tions, for example:

When the driver applies the
brakes.
 When selector lever position
D is disengaged.
 Traction mode is activated or
VSC Vehicle Stability Control
System is deactivated.
 If VSC Vehicle Stability Con-
trol System intervenes.
Overview
Buttons on the steering
wheel
ButtonFunction
Cruise control on/off,
refer to page 198.
Press the button with
the system interrupted:
Continue cruise control
with the last setting,
refer to page 200.
When active, press the
button: Pause cruise
control, refer to page
198.
Store current speed.
Rocker switch:
Set speed, refer to
page 199.
Switching cruise control
on/off
Switching on
Press the button on the
steering wheel.
Switching off
Press the button on the
steering wheel.
Pausing cruise control
Interrupting manually
When active, press the
button.
Interrupting automatically

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CONTROLS
The camera is installed near the
interior mirror.
Keep the windshield in front of
the interior mirror clean and
clear.
The system is best used on
well-constructed roads.
The minimum speed that can be
set is 20 mph/30 km/h.
The maximum speed that can
be set is 100 mph/160 km/h.
The system can also be acti-
vated when stationary.
The indicator will come on.
Cruise control is active. The cur-
rent speed is maintained and
stored as desired speed. VSC Vehicle Stability Control
System is switched on, if neces-
sary.
To switch off the system while
standing, step on brake pedal at
the same time.
Press the following button on
the steering wheel again:
The displays go out. The stored
desired speed is deleted.
When active, press the following
button on the steering wheel:
If interrupting the system while
stationary, press on the brake
pedal at the same time.
The system is automatically
interrupted in the following situa-
tions:

When the driver applies the
brakes.
 When selector lever position
D is disengaged.
 Traction mode is activated or
VSC Vehicle Stability Control
System is deactivated.
Camera
Area of application
Switching on/off and inter-
rupting cruise control
Switching on
Press the button on the
steering wheel.
Switching off
Button on the steering
wheel.
Interrupting manually
Button on the steering
wheel.
Interrupting automatically

2464-1. DRIVING TIPS
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4-1.DRIVING TIPS
This chapter describes all stan-
dard, country-specific and
optional features offered with
the series. It also describes fea-
tures and functions that are not
necessarily available in your
vehicle, e.g., due to the selected
options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related
functions and systems. When
using these functions and sys-
tems, the applicable laws and
regulations must be observed.
Moving parts need to begin
working together smoothly.
The following instructions will
help you to achieve a long vehi-
cle life and good efficiency.
During break-in, do not use the
Launch Control, refer to page
127.Do not exceed the maximum
engine and road speed:

For gasoline engine 4,500
rpm and 100 mph/160 km/h.
Avoid full load or kickdown
under all circumstances.
The engine and vehicle speed
can gradually be increased.
Tire traction is not optimal due to
manufacturing circumstances
when tires are brand-new; they
achieve their full traction poten-
tial after a break-in time.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.
Things to remember
when driving
Vehicle features and
options
Breaking-in period
General information
Safety information
WA R N I N G
Due to new parts and compo-
nents, safety and driver assis-
tance systems ca n react with a
delay. There is a risk of an acci-
dent. After installing new parts or
with a new vehicle, drive conser-
vatively and intervene early if nec-
essary. Observe the break-in
procedures of the respective parts
and components.
Engine, transmission, and
axle drive
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km
From 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Tires

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Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C
All passenger vehicle tires must
conform to Federal Safety
Requirements in addition to
these grades
The treadwear grade is a com-
parative rating based on the
wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a
specified government test
course. E.g., a tire graded 150
would wear one and one-half, 1
g, times as well on the govern-
ment course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance
of tires depends upon the actual
conditions of their use, however,
and may depart significantly
from the norm due to variations
in driving habits, service prac-
tices and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
The traction grades, from high-
est to lowest, are AA, A, B, and
C.
Those grades represent the
tire's ability to stop on wet pave-
ment as measured under con-
trolled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor trac-tion performance.
The traction grade assigned to
this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include
acceleration, cornering, hydro-
planing, or peak traction charac-
teristics.
The temperature grades are A,
the highest, B, and C, represent-
ing the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability
to dissipate heat when tested
under controlled conditions on a
specified indoor laboratory test
wheel. Sustained high tempera-
ture can cause the material of
the tire to degenerate and
reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden
tire failure.
The grade C corresponds to a
level of performance which all
passenger vehicle tires must
meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No.
109. Grades Band A represent
higher levels of performance on
the laboratory test wheel than
the minimum required by law.
Treadwear
Tr a c t i o n
Temperature