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fuel economy through moderate 
throttle characteristics and by con-
trolling the operation of the air con-
ditioning system (heating/cooling). 
The “ECO” indicator comes on.
• “SPORT S” mode
Assists acceleration response by 
controlling the transmission, engine 
and steering. Suitable for when pre-
cise handling is desirable, for 
example when driving on mountain 
roads. The “SPORT S” indicator 
comes on.
• “SPORT S+” mode
Helps to ensure the controllability 
and stability of the vehicle by inte-
grally controlling the steering wheel 
and suspensions as well as the 
transmission and engine, making it 
suitable for sporty driving. The 
“SPORT S+” indicator comes on.
• “CUSTOM” mode
Allows you to drive with the power 
train, chassis and air conditioning 
system functions set to your pre-
ferred settings. Custom mode set-
tings can only be changed on the 
drive mode customization display of 
multimedia system. The “CUSTOM” 
indicator comes on.

The driving mode select switch 

can be operated when

The front-wheel drive control switch 

is in “2H” and “4H”.

Operation of the air condition-

ing system in Eco mode

Eco mode controls the heating/cool-

ing operations and fan speed of the 

air conditioning system to enhance 

fuel efficiency. To improve air condi-

tioning performance, perform the 

following operations:

Adjust the fan speed (

P.407)

Turn off Eco drive mode (

P.366)

Automatic deactivation of driv-

ing modes:

Driving mode is deactivated or the 

driving mode will be changed to nor-

mal mode in the following condi-

tions:

After turning the power switch off 

and then turning it to on

When the front-wheel drive control 

switch is in “4L” (4WD models 

only)

When the Multi-terrain Select is 

turned on (if equipped)

When the Downhill assist control 

system is turned on (if equipped)

When the “TOW HAUL” mode or 

“TOW+” mode is turned on

Customization

The Custom mode can be changed. 

(Customizable features: 

P.580)

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“2H” (high speed position, 
two-wheel drive)

Use this for normal driving on dry 
hard-surfaced roads. This position 
gives greater economy, quietest 
ride and least wear.

“4H” (high speed position, 
four-wheel drive)

Use this for driving only on tracks 
that permit the tires slide, like off-
road, icy or snow-covered roads. 
This position provides greater trac-
tion than two-wheel drive.
The “4H” indicator will come on.

“4L” (low speed position, 

four-wheel drive)

Use this for maximum power and 
traction. Use “4L” for climbing or 
descending steep hills, off-road 
driving, and hard pulling in sand, 
mud or deep snow.
The “4L” indicator will come on.

Shifting from “2H” to “4H”

1

Reduce vehicle speed to less 
than 62 mph (100 km/h).

2

Push and shift the front-
wheel drive control switch to 
“4H”.

The “4H” indicator will come on.

Shifting from “4H” to “2H”

1

Reduce vehicle speed to less 
than 62 mph (100 km/h).

2

Push and shift the front-
wheel drive control switch to 
“2H”.

The “4H” indicator will go off.

Shifting from “4H” to “4L”

1

Stop the vehicle completely 
and continue to depress the 
brake pedal.

2

Shift the shift lever to N.

3

Push and shift the front-
wheel drive control switch to 
“4L”.

The “4L” indicator will come on.

Four-wheel drive sys-

tem

*

Use the front-wheel drive 
control switch to select the 
following transfer modes:

Front-wheel drive control 
switch

Shifting between “2H” 
and “4H”

Shifting between “4H” 
and “4L”

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Shifting from “4L” to “4H”

1

Stop the vehicle completely 
and continue to depress the 
brake pedal.

2

Shift the shift lever to N.

3

Push and shift the front-
wheel drive control switch to 
“4H”.

The “4L” indicator will go off.

When the front-wheel drive con-

trol switch is shifted to “4L”

VSC is automatically turned off.

If the “4H” indicator flashes

The transfer mode may not suc-

cessfully change. Drive straight 

ahead while accelerating or deceler-

ating, or drive in reverse.

If the “4H” indicator is ON and 

the “4L” indicator continues to 

flash

A message will be displayed in the 

multi-information display. Follow a 

message, shift the shift lever to D or 

R and drive the vehicle slowly, then 

stop.

If the “4H” indicator continues 

to flash and the “4L” indicator 

is ON

A message will be displayed in the 

multi-information display. Follow a 

message, shift the shift lever to D or 

R and drive the vehicle slowly, then 

stop.

If the “4H” indicator is ON and 

the “4L” indicator continues to 

flash and a buzzer sounds

The shift lever is not in N and/or the 

vehicle is moving. Stop the vehicle 

completely, shift the shift lever to N 

and make sure that the indicator 

stops flashing.

If the “4H” indicator continues 

to flash and the “4L” indicator 

is ON and a buzzer sounds

The shift lever is not in N and/or the 

vehicle is moving. Stop the vehicle 

completely, shift the shift lever to N 

and make sure that the indicator 

stops flashing

If the “4H” and “4L” indicator 

flashes rapidly

There may be a malfunction in the 

four-wheel drive system. Have the 

vehicle inspected by your Toyota 

dealer immediately.

Four-wheel drive usage fre-

quency

You should drive in four-wheel drive 

for at least 10 miles (16 km) each 

month. This will assure that the front 

drive components are lubricated.

WARNING

Shifting the front-wheel drive 

control switch from “2H” to 

“4H” while driving

Never operate the front-wheel 

drive control switch if the wheels 

are slipping. Stop the slipping or 

spinning before shifting.

When the vehicle is parked

If the shift lever is moved before 

the “4L” indicator turns on/off, the 

transfer mode may not be shifted 

completely. The transfer mode 

disengages both the front and 

rear driveshafts from the power-

train and allows the vehicle to 

move regardless of the shift posi-

tion. (At this time, the indicator 

blinks and the buzzer sounds.)

Therefore, the vehicle is free to 

roll even if the automatic trans-

mission is in P. You or someone 

else could be seriously injured. 

You must complete the shifting of 

the transfer mode before placing 

transmission in P.

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The system can be used only on 
2WD models. The system is 
activated when driving at a 
speed under 62 mph (100 
km/h). The AUTO LSD system 
will be activated with the follow-
ing two procedures.

To turn the AUTO LSD system 
on, quickly press and release 

.

The “AUTO LSD” indicator light 
will come on.

Press 

 again to turn the sys-

tem off.

If the brake system overheats

The system will cease operation 

and a buzzer will alert the driver. At 

this time, the “Traction Control 

Turned OFF” displayed in the multi-

information display. Stop the vehicle 

in a safe place. (There is no prob-

lem with continuing normal driving.) 

The system will be automatically 

restored after a short time.

AUTO LSD system

*

The AUTO LSD system aids 
traction by using the trac-
tion control system to con-
trol hybrid system 
performance and braking 
when one of the drive 
wheels begins to spin. The 
system should be used only 
when one of the drive 
wheels spinning occurs in a 
ditch or rough surface.

System operation

WARNING

To avoid an accident

Do not use the AUTO LSD sys-

tem in conditions other than 

when one of the drive wheels 

spinning occurs in a ditch or 

rough surface.

Do not drive with the AUTO 

LSD system continuously 

turned on.

Failure to do so, a much greater 

steering effort and more careful 

cornering control will be required.

NOTICE

Activating while driving

Do not activate the AUTO LSD 

system if the wheel is slipping. 

Stop the slipping or spinning 

before activating.

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Press the switch to turn the sys-
tem on/off.

At this time, the rear differential lock 
indicator and indicator in the differ-
ential lock/unlock display will blink. 
Wait a few seconds for the system 
to complete operation. After the 
rear differential is locked, the indi-
cators will stop blinking and remain 
on.
To unlock the rear differential, push 
the switch again.

Operating tips

Be sure to stop the wheels before 

locking the differential.

Unlock the differential as soon as 

the vehicle moves out.

Unlocking the rear differential

If the rear differential lock indicator 

still flashes even after unlocking the 

rear differential, check the safety of 

the surrounding area and slightly 

turn the steering wheel in either 

direction while the vehicle is in 

motion.

Automatic unlocking feature

The rear differential lock is also 

unlocked in any of the following situ-

ations:

When the front-wheel drive control 

switch is turned to “2H” or “4H”

When the power switch is turned 

off

After unlocking the rear differ-

ential

Check that the indicators go off.

The rear differential lock indica-

tor and indicator in the differen-

tial lock/unlock display

The indicators blink while lock-

ing/unlocking the rear differential.

If the indicators continue to blink 

when you operate the rear differ-

ential lock switch, stop the vehicle 

completely and operate the switch 

again.

If the indicators continue to blink 

even if doing so, have the vehicle 

inspected by your Toyota dealer as 

soon as possible. There may be a 

trouble in the four-wheel drive sys-

tem.

Locking the rear differential

The following systems do not oper-

ate when the rear differential is 

locked.
• ABS
• Brake assist system
• VSC
• Downhill assist control system (if 

equipped)

• TRAC

Rear differential lock 

system

*

Use the rear differential lock 
system only when wheel 
spinning occurs in a ditch 
or on a slippery or ragged 
surface. This system is 
effective in case one of the 
rear wheels is spinning.

Rear differential lock 
switch

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WARNING

When using the rear differen-

tial lock system

Failure to observe the following 

precautions may result in an acci-

dent.

Do not lock the rear differential 

in the conditions other than 

above.

Do not lock the rear differential 

until the wheels have stopped 

spinning.

Do not drive over 5 mph (8 

km/h) when the differential is 

locked.

Do not keep driving with the 

rear differential lock state

Crawl Control

*

Allows travel on extremely 
rough off-road surfaces at a 
fixed low speed without 
pressing the accelerator or 
brake pedal. Minimizes loss 
of traction or vehicle slip 
when driving on slippery 
road surfaces, allowing for 
stable driving.

WARNING

When using Crawl Control 

function

Do not rely solely on the Crawl 

Control function. This function 

does not extend the vehicle’s per-

formance limitations. Always thor-

oughly check the road conditions, 

and drive safely.

These conditions may cause 

the system not to operate 

properly

When driving on the following sur-

faces, the system may not be able 

to maintain a fixed low speed, 

which may result in an accident:

Extremely steep inclines.

Extremely uneven surfaces.

Snow-covered roads, or other 

slippery surfaces.

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“DAC/CRAWL” switch

Mode select switch

Indicators (

P.91)

1

Press the “DAC/CRAWL” 
switch.

The indicator light 

 and the Crawl 

Control indicator on the multi-infor-
mation display will come on, and 
the slip indicator will flash.

2

Turn the mode select switch 
left or right to select a mode 
on the multi-information dis-
play.

Multi-information display

A mode which matches the road 
conditions can be selected from 
among the following 5 modes.

Multi-information display

1

“LOW 2”

Suitable for driving on rocky roads 
or decline

2

“LOW 1”

Suitable for driving on rocky roads, 
decline or bumpy incline

System components

Turning Crawl Control on

Selectable modes

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“MID”

Suitable for driving on bumpy 
inclines

4

“HIGH 1”

Suitable for driving on bumpy 
inclines, debris roads, snow-cov-
ered roads, muddy roads, gravel 
roads and grass roads

5

“HIGH 2”

Suitable for driving on bumpy 
inclines, debris roads, snow-cov-
ered roads, muddy roads, gravel 
roads and grass roads

When the “DAC/CRAWL” 
switch indicator illuminates

Press the “DAC/CRAWL” switch 
again.

When the “DAC/CRAWL” 
switch indicator does not illu-
minate

Press the “DAC/CRAWL” switch 
to turn the indicator on. Press 
the “DAC/CRAWL” switch again 
with the indicator turned on.
If Crawl Control is turned off, the 
Crawl Control indicator and the 
slip indicator will go off and a 
message, stating that Crawl 
Control has been turned off will 
be displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display for several sec-
onds.
When turning off Crawl Control 
while driving, drive extremely 
carefully.

Operating tips

Crawl Control can be used with 

Multi-terrain Select (if equipped) ON 

or OFF. (

P.377)

Operation conditions of the 

Crawl Control

The hybrid system is operating.

The shift lever is in any gear other 

than P or N.

The front-wheel drive control 

switch is in “4L”.

The driver’s door is closed.

Automatic system cancelation 

of Crawl Control

In the following situations, the 

buzzer will sound intermittently and 

the Crawl Control will be canceled 

automatically. In this event, the 

Crawl Control indicator will flash and 

then go off, and a message stating 

that Crawl Control has been turned 

off will be displayed on the multi-

information display for several sec-

onds.

When the shift lever is moved to P 

or N.

When the front-wheel drive control 

switch is in “4H”.

When the driver’s door is opened.

Function limitations of Crawl 

Control

On vehicles with rear differential 

lock system, in the following situa-

tions, brake control can be used to 

drive downhill at a constant 

speed. However, hybrid system 

control is not available when driv-

ing uphill at a constant speed.

• When the vehicle speed exceeds 

approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).

In the following situation, hybrid 

system control and brake control 

will stop temporarily. In this event, 

the Crawl Control indicator will 

flash.

• With the rear differential is locked: 

when the vehicle speed exceeds 

Turning Crawl Control off

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approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).

• With the rear differential is 

unlocked: when the vehicle speed 

exceeds approximately 15 mph 

(25 km/h).

When the Crawl Control sys-

tem is operated continuously

If Crawl Control is used continu-

ously for a long time, the brake 

system overheats. In this case, a 

buzzer will sound, a message 

stating a malfunction will be dis-

played on the multi-information 

display, and the Crawl Control 

indicator will flash and then go off. 

In this event, as Crawl Control will 

be temporarily inoperable, stop 

the vehicle immediately in a safe 

place, and allow the brake system 

to cool down sufficiently until the 

message goes off. (In the mean-

time, normal driving is possible.)

If Crawl Control is used continu-

ously for a long time, the auto-

matic transmission overheats. In 

this case, a buzzer will sound, the 

system will be temporarily can-

celed, and a message stating a 

malfunction may be displayed on 

the multi-information display. In 

this event, stop the vehicle in a 

safe place until the message goes 

off.

Sounds and vibrations caused 

by the Crawl Control system

A sound may be heard from the 

hybrid system compartment when 

the hybrid system is started or just 

after the vehicle begins to move. 

This sound does not indicate that 

a malfunction has occurred in 

Crawl Control system.

Either of the following conditions 

may occur when the Crawl Control 

system is operating. None of 

these are indicators that a mal-

function has occurred.

• Vibrations may be felt through the 

vehicle body and steering.

• A motor sound may be heard after 

the vehicle comes to a stop.

When there is a malfunction in 

the system

Warning lights and/or warning mes-

sages will turn on. (

P.509, 519)

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“MTS” switch

Mode select switch

Multi-information display

Selected mode is displayed.

Multi-terrain Select

*

Multi-terrain Select is a sys-
tem that improves drivabil-
ity in off-road situations.

Select a mode that most 
closely matches the type of 
terrain on which you are driv-
ing from several modes.

Brake control, steering feel 
and drive force control can be 
optimized in accordance with 
the selected mode.

WARNING

When using the Multi-terrain 

Select

Observe the following precautions 

to avoid an accident that could 

result in death or serious injuries:

Check that the selected mode 

indicators are illuminated before 

driving. Multi-terrain Select will 

not operate when the indicators 

are off.

The road conditions listed 

(

P.378) are for reference only. 

There is a chance that the func-

tion may not be the most appro-

priate in terms of road 

conditions such as pitch, slip-

periness, undulation, etc. Thor-

oughly check the road 

conditions before driving.

Multi-terrain Select is not 

intended to expand the limits of 

the vehicle. Check the road con-

ditions thoroughly beforehand, 

and drive safely and carefully.

NOTICE

Precaution for use

The Multi-terrain Select is 

intended for use during off-road 

driving. Do not use the system at 

any other time.

System components

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1

Press the “MTS” switch.

The indicator 

 on the switch will 

turn on.

2

Select the Multi-terrain Select 
modes on the multi-informa-
tion display while turning the 
mode select switch left and 
right.

Depending on the positions of the 

front-wheel drive control switch, a 

mode can be selected from among 

the following modes.

Front-wheel drive control 
switch is in “4L”

If the brake control has activated, 
the slip indicator light will flash.

Front-wheel drive control 
switch is in “4H”

Switching modes

Mode

Road Condi-

tions

“AUTO”

Suitable for the 
road conditions

“SAND”

Suitable for 
sandy roads 
and other slip-
pery conditions

“MUD”

Suitable for 
muddy roads 
and other slip-
pery conditions

“ROCK”

Suitable for 
rocky terrain

Mode

Road Condi-

tions

“AUTO”

Suitable for the 
road conditions

“DIRT”

Suitable for 
bumpy road 
conditions, 
such as dirt 
roads

“SAND”

Suitable for 
sandy roads 
and other slip-
pery conditions

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If the brake control has activated, 
the slip indicator light will flash.
When the vehicle is in “SAND”, 
“MUD” or “DEEP SNOW” mode, 
VSC is automatically turned off. 
(VSC OFF indicator light come on.)

Multi-terrain Select

Multi-terrain Select controls the 

vehicle so that it can maximize the 

drive force and improve drivability 

on rough roads. As a result, fuel effi-

ciency may diminish when com-

pared to driving in normal mode.

Automatic system cancelation

In the following situations, Multi-ter-

rain Select will be canceled auto-

matically.

When the power switch is turned 

off

When the front-wheel drive control 

switch is in “2H”

When “TOW HAUL” mode and 

“TOW+” mode is selected while 

the front-wheel drive control 

switch is in “4H”

When drive mode select is 

selected while the front-wheel 

drive control switch is in “4H”

Turning off Multi-terrain Select

Performing the following turns Multi-

terrain Select off, and then the dis-

play on the multi-information display 

will disappear.

When the “MTS” switch indicator 

is illuminated

Press the “MTS” switch while the 
system is in operation.

When the “MTS” switch indicator 

is not illuminated

Press the “MTS” switch to turn the 
indicator on.
Press the “MTS” switch again with 
the Multi-terrain Select indicator illu-
minated.

When the vehicle is stuck

Switching the transfer and differen-

tial For the operation of the following 

functions, refer to the following 

pages. (If equipped)

Four-wheel drive system 

(

P.369)

Rear differential lock (

P.372)

Driving in Multi-terrain Select

The following types of situations 

may occur, but they are not malfunc-

tions.

Vibrations may be felt throughout 

the vehicle or steering wheel.

Operating noise may be heard 

from the hybrid system compart-

ment.

When an inspection at your 

Toyota dealer is necessary

In the following situations, the sys-

tem may be malfunctioning. Have 

the vehicle inspected by your Toyota 

dealer immediately.

When the slip indicator light illumi-

nates.

When the indicator for each mode 

does not illuminate on the multi-

information display even though 

Multi-terrain Select is selected.

“MUD”

Suitable for 
muddy roads 
and other slip-
pery conditions

“DEEP 
SNOW”

Suitable for 
deep snow 
roads

Mode

Road Condi-

tions

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“DAC/CRAWL” switch

Mode select switch

Multi-information display

Press the “DAC/CRAWL” 
switch.

The downhill assist control system 
indicator will comes on and the sys-
tem will operate.
When the system is in operation, 
the slip indicator will flash, and the 
stop lights/high mounted stop lights 
will be lit. A sound may also occur 
during the operation. This does not 
indicate a malfunction.

Turn the mode select switch to 
set the desired speed (approx. 3 
mph [4 km/h] to 18 mph [30 
km/h]). The set speed is dis-
played on the multi-information 
display.

Downhill assist con-

trol system

*

The downhill assist control 
system helps to prevent 
excessive speed on steep 
downhill slopes. The sys-
tem will operate when the 
vehicle is traveling under 18 
mph (30 km/h) and transfer 
mode is in “4H”.

WARNING

When using downhill assist 

control system

Do not rely overmuch on the 

downhill assist control system. 

This function does not extend the 

vehicle’s performance limitations. 

Always thoroughly check the road 

conditions, and drive safely.

System components

System operation

Setting the speed of the 
downhill assist control 
system

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Multi-information display

Decreases the speed

Increases the speed

When the “DAC/CRAWL” 
switch indicator illuminates

Press the “DAC/CRAWL” switch 
again.

When the “DAC/CRAWL” 
switch indicator does not illu-
minate

Press the “DAC/CRAWL” switch 
to turn the indicator on.
Press the “DAC/CRAWL” switch 
again with the indicator turned 
on.

The downhill assist control system 
indicator will flash as the system 
gradually ceases operation, and will 
turn off when the system is fully off.
Press the “DAC/CRAWL” switch 
while the downhill assist control 
system indicator is flashing to start 

the system again.

Operating tips

Downhill assist control system can 

be used with “TOW HAUL” mode 

and “TOW+” mode, drive mode 

select, or Multi-terrain Select ON 

or OFF.

The system will operate when the 

shift lever is in a position other 

than P, however to make effective 

use of the system it is recom-

mended to select a lower shift 

range.

If the downhill assist control 

system indicator flashes

In the following situations, the indi-

cator flashes and the system will 

not operate:

• The front-wheel drive control 

switch is changed to a position 

other than “4H”.

• The shift lever is in P.

• The vehicle speed exceeds 

approximately 18 mph (30 km/h).

• The brake system overheats.

In the following situations, the indi-

cator flashes to alert the driver, 

but the system will operate:

• The shift lever is in N.

• The “DAC/CRAWL” switch is 

pressed while the “DAC/CRAWL” 

switch indicator illuminates.

The system will gradually ceases 

operation. The indicator will flash 

during operation, and then go off 

when the system is fully off.

When the downhill assist con-

trol system is operated continu-

ously

If the downhill assist control system 

is operated for a long period of time, 

the brake system may abnormally 

overheat. To prevent that, a buzzer 

will sound and the function is tempo-

rarily stopped. In this case, the 

downhill assist control system indi-

cator will flash. (The vehicle an be 

driven normally during this time) 

When the downhill assist control 

Turning off the system

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system indicator switches to steadily 

illuminated after a short while and 

the system will become available.

Sounds and vibrations caused 

by the downhill assist control 

system

A sound may be heard from the 

hybrid system compartment when 

the hybrid system is started or just 

after the vehicle begins to move. 

This sound does not indicate that 

a malfunction has occurred in 

downhill assist control system.

Either of the following conditions 

may occur when the downhill 

assist control system is operating. 

None of these are indicators that a 

malfunction has occurred.

• Vibrations may be felt through the 

vehicle body and steering.

• A motor sound may be heard after 

the vehicle comes to a stop.

System malfunction

In the following cases, have your 

vehicle checked by your Toyota 

dealer.

The downhill assist control system 

indicator does not come on when 

the “DAC/CRAWL” switch is 

pressed.

The slip indicator light comes on.

ECB (Electronically Con-
trolled Brake System)

The electronically controlled 
system generates braking force 
corresponding to the brake 
operation

ABS (Anti-lock Brake Sys-
tem)

Helps to prevent wheel lock 
when the brakes are applied 
suddenly, or if the brakes are 
applied while driving on a slip-
pery road surface, or in off-road 
conditions (such as rough 
roads, sand and mud)
The ABS operates in synchroni-
zation with the Multi-terrain 
Select

Brake assist

Generates an increased level of 
braking force after the brake 
pedal is depressed when the 

WARNING

The system may not operate 

on the following surfaces, 

which may lead to an acci-

dent causing death or serious 

injury

Slippery surfaces such as wet 

or muddy roads

Icy surface

Very bumpy and rough roads

Driving assist systems

To keep driving safety and 
performance, the following 
systems operate automati-
cally in response to various 
driving situations. Be 
aware, however, that these 
systems are supplementary 
and should not be relied 
upon too heavily when oper-
ating the vehicle.

Summary of the driving 
assist systems

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system detects a panic stop sit-
uation

Enhanced VSC (Enhanced 
Vehicle Stability Control)

Provides cooperative control of 
the ABS, TRAC, VSC and EPS.
Helps to maintain directional 
stability when swerving on slip-
pery road surfaces by con-
trolling steering performance.

Trailer Sway Control

Helps the driver to control trailer 
sway by selectively applying 
brake pressure for individual 
wheels and reducing driving 
torque when trailer sway is 
detected.

TRAC (Traction Control)

Helps to maintain drive power 
and prevent the drive wheels 
from spinning when starting the 
vehicle or accelerating on slip-
pery roads

Hill-start assist control

Helps to reduce the backward 
movement of the vehicle when 
starting on an uphill

AVS (Adaptive Variable 
Suspension System) (if 
equipped)

The damping force of the shock 
absorbers are independently 
controlled for the 4 wheels 
according to factors including 
the road surface conditions and 
driving operation, contributing 
toward enhancing smooth driv-

ing comfort and superior stabil-
ity, and helping to maintain 
vehicle posture.
In addition, the damping force 
can be changed by selecting the 
drive mode with the driving 
mode select (

P.366), and driv-

ing comfort can be ensured 
during off-road driving by setting 
the front-wheel drive control 
switch to “4L”.(

P.369)

EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing)

Employs an electric motor to 
reduce the amount of effort 
needed to turn the steering 
wheel

The Secondary Collision 
Brake

When the SRS airbag sensor 
detects a collision and the sys-
tem operates, the brakes and 
brake lights are automatically 
controlled to reduce the vehicle 
speed and help reduce the pos-
sibility of further damage due to 
a secondary collision.

When the 

TRAC/VSC/ABS/Trailer Sway 

Control systems are operating

The slip indicator light will flash 

while the TRAC/VSC/ABS/Trailer 

Sway Control systems are operat-

ing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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