Switching Modes; When It Is Difficult To Generate Traction; When The Vehicle Is Stuck; When The Brake System Operates Continuously - Lexus LX 570 2016 Service Manual

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4-5. Using the driving support systems

Switching modes

Operate the Multi-terrain Select mode
select switch during Multi-terrain
Select control to select a mode.
Once the mode is confirmed, the mode
name will be displayed and the control
will switch.
Automatic system cancelation
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In the following situations, the Multi-terrain Select indicator will go off, and Multi-terrain
Select will be canceled automatically.
When the four-wheel drive control switch is in H4.
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When Active TRAC and VSC are off.
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When it is difficult to generate traction

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MUD & SAND mode provides the largest amount of tire slippage, followed by LOOSE
ROCK, MOGUL, ROCK & DIRT and ROCK mode.
Drivability can be improved by selecting a mode which provides a smaller amount of tire
slippage than the current mode when the amount of tire slippage is large, or conversely
selecting a mode which provides a larger amount of tire slippage than the current mode
when the amount of tire slippage is small.

When the vehicle is stuck

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Switching the transfer and differential
For the operation of the following functions, refer to the following pages.
Four-wheel drive system (P. 305)
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Center differential lock (P. 306)
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When the brake system operates continuously

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The brake system may overheat. In this case, a buzzer will sound, the TRAC OFF indica-
tor will flash, and Multi-terrain Select will be temporarily inoperable. In this event, stop
the vehicle immediately in a safe place, and allow the brake system to cool down suffi-
ciently. (There is no problem with continuing normal driving.)
After a short time, the TRAC OFF indicator will go off, and you will be able to use Multi-
terrain Select.
When there is a malfunction in the system
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The slip indicator light will come on. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
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