Vehicle Skid Control System Failure Warning - Lexus GS300 1998 Owner's Manual

STARTING AND DRIVING
You can turn off the vehicle skid control system by
pushing the "VSC OFF" switch. The "VSC OFF"
indicator comes on. At this time, the traction control
system also turns off. You cannot turn off either one of
them. Pushing the "VSC OFF" switch a second time turns
the system back on and extinguishes the "VSC OFF"
indicator light.
When you turn the ignition switch on, this system always
turns on.
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Vehicle skid control system failure warning

These lights warn that when there is a problem somewhere in
the vehicle skid control system or traction control system.
If the "VSC" warning light and "VSC OFF" indicator light
come on, have your vehicle checked by Lexus dealer as soon
as possible.
The lights will come on when the ignition key is turned to
"ON", and will go off after about a few seconds.
The lights may come on for 60 seconds after the engine is
started. It is normal if they go out after a while.
Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the lights.
It is normal if they go out after a few seconds.
Although the "VSC" warning light and "VSC OFF" indicator
light come on, there is no problem to continue your driving.