Driving Assist Systems - Toyota RAV4 2018 Manual

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4-5. Using the driving support systems

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 supple-

mentary and should not be relied upon too heavily when operat-

ing the vehicle.

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

Brake assist

Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal is

depressed when the system detects a panic stop situation

VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)

Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or turning on

slippery road surfaces

TRAC (Traction Control)

Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the drive wheels from spinning

when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads

AUTO LSD function (2WD models)

The AUTO LSD function is activated when the system is in TRAC off

mode. It operates when one of the drive wheels is spinning, such as when

the wheel is spinning freely on ice or mud. The system applies the brakes

to the spinning wheel and transfers some of the torque to the other wheel

to secure drive power.

Hill-start assist control

Helps to reduce the vehicle from rolling backward when starting on an

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