Downhill Assist Control System; Downhill Assist Control Sys- Tem - Toyota Highlander 2020 Owner's Manual

Downhill assist con-
trol system
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: If equipped
The downhill assist control
system helps to prevent
excessive speed on steep
downhill slopes.
The system will operate
when the vehicle is traveling
under 18 mph (30 km/h).
WARNING
When using downhill assist
■
control system
Do not rely overmuch on the

downhill assist control system.

This function does not extend the
vehicle's performance limitations.
Always thoroughly check the road
conditions, and drive safely.
System operation
Press the "DAC" switch.
The downhill assist control system
indicator will comes on and the sys-
tem will operate.
When the system is in operation,
the slip indicator will flash, and the
stop lights/high mounted stop lights
will be lit. A sound may also occur
during the operation. This does not
indicated a malfunction.
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Press the "DAC" switch while
the system is in operation.
The downhill assist control system
indicator will flash as the system
gradually ceases operation, and will
turn off when the system is fully off.
Press the "DAC" switch while the
downhill assist control system indi-
cator is flashing to start the system
again.
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The system will operate when the
shift lever is in a position other than
P, however to make effective use of
the system it is recommended to
select a lower shift range.
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●
• The shift lever is in a position P.
• The vehicle speed exceeds
• The brake system overheats.
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• The "DAC" switch is turned off
The system will gradually ceases
operation. The indicator will flash
during operation, and then go off
Turning off the system
Operating tips
If the downhill assist control
system indicator flashes
In the following situations, the indi-
cator flashes and the system will
not operate:
approximately 18 mph (30 km/h).
In the following situation, the indi-
cator flashes to alert the driver,
but the system will operate:
while the system is operating.
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