Toyota 4runner 2009 Owner's Manual page 185

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n Operating tips
The system will operate when the shift lever is in a position other than P.
However, to make effective use of the system it is recommended that the
shift lever be shifted to 2 or L.
n The system will not operate when
The four-wheel drive control switch is in the H2 or H4 position.
n The downhill assist control indicator flashes when
l The shift lever is in N.
l The four-wheel drive control switch is in the H2 or H4 position.
n If the brake system overheats
The system will cease operation and a buzzer will sound to alert the driver.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place. (There is no problem with continuing normal
driving.)
System malfunction
n
l The downhill assist control indicator does not come on when the engine
switch is turned to the ON position.
l The downhill assist control indicator does not come on when the DAC
switch is pressed.
In the above cases have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
Do not rely excessively on the downhill assist control system
n
It may not be able to maintain a low speed over road surfaces on which slid-
ing can easily occur, such as extremely steep slopes or icy or muddy roads.
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