Traction Control System - Toyota 2006 Tundra Owner's Manual

Traction control system

The traction control system automatical-
ly helps prevent the spinning of rear
wheels (two−wheel drive models) or 4
wheels (four−wheel drive models) when
the vehicle is started or accelerated on
slippery road surfaces.
When the ignition key is turned to "ON",
the system automatically turns on.
CAUTION
Under certain slippery road condi-
tions, full traction of the vehicle and
power to the rear wheels (two−wheel
drive models) or 4 wheels (four−wheel
drive models) cannot be maintained,
even though the traction control sys-
tem is in operation. Do not drive the
vehicle under any speed or maneuver-
ing conditions which may cause the
vehicle to lose traction control. In si-
tuations where the road surface is
covered with ice or snow, your ve-
hicle should be fitted with snow tires
or tire chains. Always drive at an ap-
propriate and cautious speed for the
present road conditions.
'06 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0508)
Without tachometer
With tachometer
Leave the system on during the ordi-
nary driving so that it can operate
when needed.
You may hear a sound in the engine
compartment for a few seconds when the
engine is started or just after the vehicle
begins to move. This means that the trac-
tion control system is in the self−check
mode, but does not indicate a malfunction.
When the traction control system is oper-
ating, the following conditions occur:
The system controls the spinning of the
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rear wheels (two−wheel drive models)
or 4 wheels (four−wheel drive models).
At this time, the slip indicator light
blinks.
You may feel vibration or noise in your
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vehicle, caused by operation of the
brakes. This indicates the system is
functioning properly.
The slip indicator light comes on for a few
seconds when the ignition key is turned
to "ON". If the indicator light does not
come on when the ignition is turned on,
contact your Toyota dealer.
2006 TUNDRA from Oct. '06 Prod. (OM34458U)
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