Driving Assist Systems - Toyota Hilux Owner's Manual

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4-5. Using the driving support systems

Driving assist systems

To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following
systems operate automatically in response to various driving
situations. Be aware, however, that these systems are supple-
mentary and should not be relied upon too heavily when operat-
ing the vehicle.
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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
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Brake assist
Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal is
depressed when the system detects a panic stop situation
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VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or turning on
slippery road surfaces
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TRC (Traction Control) for 2WD models, Pre Runner and H2
position on 4WD models
Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the drive wheels from spinning
when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads
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A-TRC (Active Traction Control) for H4 and L4 position on 4WD
models
Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the four wheels from spinning
when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads
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Hill-start assist control
Helps to prevent the vehicle from rolling backward when starting on an
incline or slippery slope
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Emergency brake signal
When the brakes are applied suddenly, the emergency flashers automati-
cally flash to alert the vehicle behind.