Traction Control System - Toyota Camry Quick Reference Manual

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Good driving practice
D
If it is difficult to shift into reverse, put
the transmission in neutral, release the
clutch pedal momentarily, and then try
again.
D
When towing a trailer, in order to main-
tain engine braking efficiency, do not
use fifth gear.
Be careful when downshifting on a
slippery
could cause the vehicle to skid or
spin.
z Do not use any gears other than
first gear when starting off and
moving forward. Doing so may dam-
age the clutch.
z Make sure the vehicle is completely
stopped before shifting into reverse.
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Traction control system

The traction control system automatical-
ly helps prevent the spinning of front
wheels when the vehicle is started or
accelerated on slippery road surfaces.
When the ignition switch is set at ON, the
system automatically turns on.
Under certain slippery road condi-
CAUTION
tions, full traction of the vehicle and
power against front wheels cannot be
maintained, even though the traction
surface. Abrupt shifting
control system is in operation. Do not
drive the vehicle under any speed or
maneuvering conditions which may
cause the vehicle to lose traction
control. In situations where the road
NOTICE
surface is covered with ice or snow,
your vehicle should be fitted with
snow tires or
drive at an appropriate and cautious
speed for the present road condi-
tions.
'07Camry_U (L/O 0608)
CAUTION
NORMAL DRIVING MODE
You may hear a sound in the engine
compartment for a few seconds when the
engine is started or just after the vehicle
begins to move. This means that the trac-
tion control system is in the self−check
tire chains. Always mode, but does not indicate a malfunction.
2007MY CAMRY from Oct. '06 Prod. (OM33748U)