Toyota Land Cruiser 2001 Owner's Manual page 129

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Vehicle skid control system
warning
These lights warn when there is a prob-
lem somewhere in the vehicle skid control
system or active traction control system.
If the "VSC/TRAC" warning light and "VSC
OFF" indicator light come on, have your
vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible. However, there is no
problem the "VSC/TRAC" warning light
comes on when the brake actuator tem-
perature becomes high. (For details, see
"Active traction control system" in this
section.)
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When the "ABS" warning light comes on,
the vehicle skid control system is not op-
erating.
The "VSC/TRAC" warning light and "VSC
OFF" indicator light will come on when the
ignition key is turned "ON", and will go off
after a few seconds.
The "VSC/TRAC" warning light and "VSC
OFF" indicator light may stay on for 60
seconds after the ignition key is turned to
"ON" position. It is normal if they go off
after a few seconds.
Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly
may turn on the lights. It is normal if they
go off after a few seconds.
failure
When the "VSC/TRAC" warning light and
"VSC OFF" indicator light come on, the
vehicle skid control system is not operat-
ing, but there is no problem if you contin-
ue to drive.
In the following cases, contact your Toyota
dealer:
D
The "VSC/TRAC" warning light, "VSC
OFF" indicator light and slip indicator
light do not come on after the ignition
key is turned "ON".
D
The "VSC/TRAC" warning
"VSC OFF" indicator light remain on af-
ter the ignition key is turned "ON".
D
The "VSC OFF" indicator light comes
on while driving without pushing the
center differential lock switch.
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CAUTION
D
Active traction control system, ve-
hicle skid control system and anti–
lock brake system are electronic
systems designed to help the driver
maintain control under adverse con-
ditions. They are not a substitute
for safe driving practices. Factors
including speed,
and driver steering input can all af-
fect whether active traction control
system, vehicle skid control system
and anti–lock brake system will be
effective in preventing a loss of
control. Always keep safety driving
in mind. If the slip indicator light
flashes, sounding an alarm, special
care should be taken while driving.
D
Only use tires of specified size. The
size, manufacturer, brand and tread
pattern for all 4 tires should be the
same. If you use the tires other
than specified, or different type or
size, the vehicle skid control sys-
light and
tem may not function
When replacing the tires or wheels,
contact your Toyota dealer. (See
"Checking and replacing tires" in
Section 7–2.)
road conditions
correctly.
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