Driving Assist Systems - Toyota 2011 Camry Hybrid Owner's Manual

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2-4. Using other driving systems

Driving assist systems

To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following sys-
tems operate automatically in response to various driving situations.
Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and
should not be relied upon too heavily when operating the vehicle.
n
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.
Brake assist
n
Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal is
depressed, when the system detects a panic stop situation.
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
n
Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or turning
on slippery road surfaces.
TRAC (Traction Control)
n
Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the front wheels from spin-
ning when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads.
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
n
Employs an electric motor to reduce the amount of effort needed to turn
the steering wheel.
VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management)
n
Provides integrated control of the ABS, VSC, TRAC and EPS systems.
Maintains vehicle stability when swerving on slippery road surfaces by
controlling the brakes, hybrid system output, and steering assist.
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