Driving Assist Systems - Lexus LS 600h L 2015 Owner's Manual

Driving assist systems

To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following systems
operate automatically in response to various driving situations. Be
aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and should not
be relied upon too heavily when operating the vehicle.
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Helps to prevent wheel lock when the brakes are applied suddenly, or if
the brakes are applied while driving on a slippery road surface
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Brake assist
Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal is
depressed when the system detects a panic stop situation
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VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or turning
on slippery road surfaces
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TRAC (Traction Control)
Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the drive wheels from spin-
ning when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads
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Hill-start assist control
Helps to prevent the vehicle from rolling backward when starting on an
incline or slippery slope
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VGRS (Variable Gear Ratio Steering)
Adjusts the wheel turning angle in accordance with the vehicle speed
and steering wheel movement
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