Driving Assist Systems; Abs (Anti-Lock Brake System); Brake Assist; Vsc (Vehicle Stability Control) - Toyota RAV 4 2015 Service Manual

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.
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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
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Brake assist

Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal
is depressed when the system detects a panic stop situation
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VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)

Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or
turning on slippery road surfaces
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TRAC (Traction Control)
Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the drive wheels from
spinning when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads
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4-5. Using the driving support systems
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