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NOTICE
Always use the brake pedal or the
parking brake to hold the vehicle on
an upgrade. Do not attempt to hold
the vehicle using the accelerator ped-
al, as this can cause the transmission
to overheat.
(g) If you cannot shift the selector le-
ver out of "P" position
If you cannot shift the selector lever from
the "P" position even though the brake
pedal is depressed, use the shift lock
override button. For instructions, see "If
you cannot shift transmission selector le-
ver" on page 358 in Section 4.
'07 HIGHLANDER HV_U (L/O 0608)
Vehicle dynamics integrated
management
Vehicle
dynamics
integrated
ment (VDIM) is designed to control ve-
hicle motion continuously using all pos-
sible functions to stabilize the motion.
It is important to keep the tires in good
condition for the system to properly
control vehicle motion. Refer to the in-
formation
for
tires
on
pages
through 398 in Section 7−2.
The system has the functions listed below.
Each function becomes operational when
the vehicle speed exceeds the speeds as
shown below.
D
Brake assist function
7 km/h (4 mph)
D
Anti−lock brake system function
7 km/h (4 mph)
D
Traction control function
0 km/h (0 mph)
D
Vehicle stability control function
15 km/h (9 mph)
manage-
CAUTION
D
Do
not
rely
excessively
VDIM. Even if the system is operat-
ing, you must always drive carefully
and attentively. Reckless driving will
result in an unexpected accident. If
390
the slip indicator flashes, special
care should be taken.
D
Only use tires of specified size. The
size, manufacturer, brand and tread
pattern for all 4 tires should be the
same. If you use any tires other
than specified, or different types or
sizes, the VDIM may not function
correctly. When replacing the tires
or wheels, contact your Toyota deal-
er.
D
Do not modify the suspensions. If
you modify the suspensions, the
VDIM may not function correctly.
D
In situations where the road surface
is covered with ice or snow, snow
tires or tire chains should be used.
2007 HIGHLANDER HV from July '06 Prod. (OM48685U)
on
the
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