Driving Assist Systems - Toyota 2011 Avalon Quick Reference Manual

2-4. Using other driving systems

Driving assist systems

To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following sys-
tems operate automatically in response to various driving situations.
Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and
should not be relied upon too heavily when operating the vehicle.
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
n
Helps to prevent wheel lock when the brakes are applied suddenly, or if
the brakes are applied while driving on a slippery road surface.
n Brake assist
Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal is
depressed, when the system detects a panic stop situation.
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
n
Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or turning
on slippery road surfaces.
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n TRAC
Maintains drive power and prevents the front wheels from spinning
when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads.
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: U.S.A.
*
2
: CANADA
When the VSC/TRAC/TRC are operating
AVALON_U (OM41428U)
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/TRC (Traction Control)
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
If the vehicle is in danger of slip-
ping, or if the front wheels spin,
the slip indicator light flashes to
indicate that the VSC/TRAC/
TRC have been engaged.
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