Electronic Throttle Control System - Toyota Lexus IS300 Manual

D The "VSC" warning light and "TRAC OFF" indicator/warning
light come on while driving without pushing "TRAC OFF"
switch.
CAUTION
D Do not rely excessively on the vehicle skid control
system. Even if the vehicle skid control system is
operating, you must always drive carefully and atten-
tively to avoid serious injury. Reckless driving will
result in an unexpected accident. If the slip indicator
light flashes, sounding an alarm, special care should
be taken while driving.
D Only use tires of specified size. The size, manufac-
turer, brand and tread pattern for all 4 tires should be
the same. If you use the tires other than specified, or
different type or size, the vehicle skid control system
may not function correctly. When replacing the tires
or wheels, contact your Lexus dealer.
STARTING AND DRIVING
ELECTRONIC THROTTLE
CONTROL SYSTEM
The electronic throttle control system always maintains
appropriate engine output in relation to the accelerator
opening in all driving conditions.
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You can select the snow mode by pushing the "SNOW"
switch. The "SNOW" indicator light will come on.
Snow mode: Decreases the engine output to minimize rear
wheel spinning on snowcovered or slippery roads.
To return to the normal mode, push the "SNOW" switch again.
The "SNOW" indicator light will go off.
When you turn the ignition switch off in the snow mode, the
mode automatically changes to the normal mode.
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