Toyota 2003 HIGHLANDER User Manual page 120

When the traction control system is oper-
ating, the following conditions occur:
D
The system controls the spinning of the
front wheels. At this time, the slip indi-
cator light blinks.
D
You may feel vibration or noise in your
vehicle, caused by operation of the
brakes. This indicates the system is
functioning properly.
The slip indicator light comes on for a few
seconds when the ignition key is turned
to "ON". If the indicator light does not
come on when the ignition is turned on,
contact your Toyota dealer.
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'03 HIGHLANDER_U (L/O 0208)
TRACTION CONTROL OFF MODE
If your wheels get stuck in an ditch
when you are driving on a severe off
road and sand, turn off the traction
control system. This system that con-
trols engine performance interferes with
the process of freeing your wheels.
To turn off: Push "TRAC OFF" switch.
The "TRAC OFF" indicator light will come
on.
To turn on: Push "TRAC OFF" switch
once again.
The "TRAC OFF" indicator light will go off.
2003 HIGHLANDER from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM48441U)
"TRAC OFF" indicator light comes on for
a few seconds when the ignition key is
turned to "ON". It will come on again
when you push the "TRAC OFF" switch to
turn off the system.
In the following cases, contact your Toyota
dealer:
D
The indicator light does not come on
when the ignition key is turned "ON".
D
The indicator light remains on after the
ignition is turned on.
D
The indicator light comes on with the
normal driving mode while driving.