Toyota 2012 Avalon Owner's Manual page 189

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.
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Helps to prevent wheel lock when the brakes are applied suddenly, or if
the brakes are applied while driving on a slippery road surface.
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Brake assist
Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal is
depressed, when the system detects a panic stop situation.
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VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or turning
on slippery road surfaces.
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TRAC /TRC
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
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(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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