Traction Control Off Mode - Lexus 2004 LS430 Owner's Manual

STARTING AND DRIVING
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" Slip indicator light
Leave the system on during the ordinary driving so that it
can operate when needed.
You may hear a sound in the engine compartment for a few
seconds just after the vehicle begins to move. This means that
the traction control system is in the self-check mode, but does
not indicate a malfunction.
When the traction control system is operating, the following
conditions occur:
D The system controls the spinning of the rear wheels. At this
time, the slip indicator light blinks.
D You may feel vibration or noise in your 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 switch is turned to "ON". If the indicator light does not
come on when the ignition is turned on, contact your Lexus
dealer.
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Traction control off mode

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If your wheels get stuck in a ditch when you are driving on
a severe off road and sand, turn off the traction control
system. This system that controls engine performance
interferes with the process of freeing your wheels.
To turn off: Push "TRAC OFF" switch.
The "TRAC OFF" indicator light will come on.
The vehicle stability control system is always activated even if
the traction control system is turned off.
To turn on: Push "TRAC OFF" switch once again.
The "TRAC OFF" indicator light will go off.