Toyota 2013 Rav4 Owner's Manual page 228

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Turning off both TRAC/VSC systems
To turn the TRAC/VSC systems off, press and hold
onds while the vehicle is stopped.
2WD models:
The VSC OFF indicator light will come on.
AWD models:
The "TRAC OFF" and VSC OFF indicator lights will come on.
Press again to turn the systems back on.
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When the "AUTO LSD" indicator light flashes even if the VSC OFF
switch has not been pressed (2WD models)
TRAC and AUTO LSD cannot be operated. Contact your Toyota dealer.
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When the "TRAC OFF" indicator light comes on even if the VSC OFF
switch has not been pressed (AWD models)
TRAC cannot be operated. Contact your Toyota dealer.
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Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, VSC and TRAC
systems
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A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the brake pedal
is depressed repeatedly, when the engine is started or just after the vehicle
begins to move. This sound does not indicate that a malfunction has
occurred in any of these systems.
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Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are
operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after the ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down slightly after the ABS is activated.
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EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be
heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.
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Automatic reactivation of TRAC and VSC systems
After turning the TRAC and VSC systems off, the systems will be automati-
cally reactivated in the following situations:
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When the engine switch is turned to the "LOCK" position (vehicles without a
smart key system) or off (vehicles with a smart key system).
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If only the TRAC system is turned off, the TRAC will turn on when vehicle
speed increases
If both the TRAC and VSC systems are turned off, automatic reactivation
will not occur when vehicle speed increases.
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