Toyota RAV4 2019 Owner's Manual page 272

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4-5. Using the driving support systems
the engine until the display message has turned off.
WARNING
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The ABS does not operate effec-
tively when
●
The limits of tire gripping perfor-
mance have been exceeded (such
as excessively worn tires on a snow
covered road).
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The vehicle hydroplanes while driv-
ing at high speed on wet or slick
roads.
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Stopping distance when the ABS
is operating may exceed that of
normal 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 pot-
holes or uneven surfaces
■
TRC/VSC may not operate effec-
tively when
Directional control and power may not
be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if the
TRC/VSC system is operating.
Drive the vehicle carefully in condi-
tions where stability and power may
be lost.
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Active Cornering Assist does not
operate effectively when
●
Do not rely solely upon Active Cor-
nering Assist. Active Cornering
Assist may not operate effectively
when accelerating down slopes or
driving on slippery road surfaces.
●
When Active Cornering Assist fre-
quently operates, Active Cornering
Assist may temporarily stop operat-
ing to ensure proper operation of
the brakes, TRC, VSC.
■
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 con-
trol to hold the vehicle on an incline,
as doing so may lead to an acci-
dent.
■
When the TRC/VSC/Trailer Sway
Control is activated
The slip indicator light flashes. Always
drive carefully. Reckless driving may
cause an accident. Exercise particular
care when the indicator light flashes.
■
When the TRC/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 driv-
ing force, do not turn the
TRC/VSC/Trailer Sway Control sys-
tems off unless necessary.
Trailer Sway Control is part of the
VSC system and will not operate if
VSC is turned off or experiences a
malfunction.