Automatic System Cancelation Of Hill-Start Assist Control; The Abs Does Not Operate Effectively When; Stopping Distance When The Abs Is Operating May Exceed That Of Normal Conditions; Hill-Start Assist Control Does Not Operate Effectively When - Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 2018 Service Manual

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4-5. Using the driving support systems
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Automatic system cancelation of hill-start assist control

The hill-start assist control will turn off in any of the following situations:
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The shift lever is moved to P or N.
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The accelerator pedal is depressed.
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The parking brake is engaged.
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Approximately 2 seconds elapse after the brake pedal is released.
WARNING
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The ABS does not operate effectively when

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The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded (such as
excessively worn tires on a snow covered road).
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The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads.
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Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of nor-
mal conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle's stopping distance. Always
maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, especially in the
following situations:
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When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
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When driving with tire chains
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When driving over bumps in the road
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When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces
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TRAC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if the TRAC system is operating.
Drive the vehicle carefully in conditions where stability and power may be
lost.
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Hill- start assist control does not operate effectively when
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Do not overly rely on hill-start assist control. Hill-start assist control may
not operate effectively on steep inclines and roads covered with ice.
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Unlike the parking brake, hill-start assist control is not intended to hold the
vehicle stationary for an extended period of time. Do not attempt to use
hill-start assist control to hold the vehicle on an incline, as doing so may
lead to an accident.
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When the TRAC/VSC/ABS/Trailer Sway Control is activated
The slip indicator flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may
cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator light flashes.
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When the TRAC/VSC/Trailer Sway Control systems are turned off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road condi-
tions. As these are the systems to help ensure vehicle stability and driving
force, do not turn the TRAC/VSC/Trailer Sway Control systems off unless
necessary.
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