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heating when there is frequent steering
input over an extended period of time. The
steering wheel may feel heavy as a result.
Should this occur, refrain from excessive
steering input or stop the vehicle and turn
the engine <hybrid system> off. The EPS sys-
tem should return to normal within 10 min-
utes.
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Operating conditions of emergency
brake signal
When the following three conditions are
met, the emergency brake signal will oper-
ate:
The emergency flashers are off.
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Actual vehicle speed is over 55 km/h
(35 mph).
The brake pedal is depressed in a manner
●
that cause the system to judge from the
vehicle deceleration that this is a sudden
braking operation.
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Automatic system cancelation of emer-
gency brake signal
The emergency brake signal will turn off in
any of the following situations:
The emergency flashers are turned on.
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The brake pedal is released.
●
The system judges from the vehicle
deceleration that is not a sudden braking
operation.
WARNING
The ABS does not operate effectively
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when
The limits of tire gripping performance
●
have been exceeded (such as exces-
sively worn tires on a snow covered
road).
The vehicle hydroplanes while driving
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at high speed on wet or slick roads.
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Stopping distance when the ABS is
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operating may exceed that of normal
conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the
vehicle's stopping distance. Always main-
tain a safe distance from the vehicle in
front of you, especially in the following
situations:
●
When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-
covered roads
●
When driving over bumps in the road
●
When driving over roads with potholes
or uneven surfaces
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TRC/VSC may not operate effec-
tively when
Directional control and power may not
be achievable while driving on slippery
road surfaces, even if the TRC/VSC sys-
tem 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
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.
●
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 vehi-
cle on an incline, as doing so may lead
to an accident.
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When the TRC/VSC/ABS is acti-
vated
The slip indicator light flashes. Always
drive carefully. Reckless driving may
cause an accident. Exercise particular
care when the indicator light flashes.
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