Toyota RAV4 EE Owner's Manual page 277

ENGINE (IGNITION) SWITCH, TRANSMISSION AND PARKING BRAKE
Vehicle stability control+
(VSC+) system
The VSC+ system automatically controls
the brakes, engine and power steering
to help prevent the vehicle from skid-
ding when cornering on a slippery road
surface or operating steering wheel
abruptly.
The VSC+ system is activated when your
vehicle speed exceeds about 15 km/h (9
mph).
A sound may be heard from the engine
compartment for a few seconds when the
engine is started or just after the vehicle
begins to move. This means that the sys-
tem is in the self−check mode. This sound
does not indicate a malfunction.
RAV4_EE
CAUTION
Do not rely excessively on the
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VSC+ system. Even if the VSC+ sys-
tem is operating, you must always
drive carefully and attentively. Reck-
less driving will result in an unex-
pected accident and cause death or
serious injury. If the slip indicator
light flashes, and an alarm sounds,
special care should be taken while
driving.
Use only tires of the specified size.
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The size, manufacturer, brand and
tread pattern for all 4 tires should
be the same. If you use tires other
than those specified, or of a differ-
ent type or size, the VSC+ system
may not function correctly. When
replacing the tires or wheels, con-
tact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional. (See
"Checking and replacing tires" on
page 519 in Section 7−2.)
In situations where the road surface
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is covered with ice or snow, your
vehicle should be fitted with snow
tires or tire chains.
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