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2-4. Using other driving systems
Active traction control system
The active traction control system automatically helps prevent the spinning of 4 wheels when the vehicle is started or accelerated on slippery road surfaces.
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System operation
Vehicles with an automatic transmission:
Stop the vehicle, shift the shift lever to N and put the frontwheel drive control switch in the L4 position.
Vehicles with a manual transmission:
Stop the vehicle or reduce your speed to less than 2 mph (3 km/h). Depress the clutch pedal and put the front-wheel drive control switch in the L4 position.
Press the A-TRAC switch to activate the system.
At this time, the active traction control system indicator will come on.
To cancel the system, push the switch again.
When the active traction control system is operating
If four wheels spin, the slip indicator flashes to indicate that the active traction control system has been engaged.
: If equipped
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2-4. Using other driving systems
■ When the rear differential is locked (vehicles with the rear differential lock system)
The active traction control system is activated only when the vehicle speed is less than 3 mph (6 km/h).
■ Sounds and vibrations caused by the active traction control system
● A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate that a malfunction has occurred in the system.
● Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering. It may occur when the system is operating.
■ If the brake system overheats
The system will cease operation, a buzzer will sound and A-TRAC indicator blink to alert the driver. Stop the vehicle in a safe place. (There is no problem with continuing normal driving.)
The system will be automatically restored after a short time.
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CAUTION
■ The active traction control system may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slippery road surfaces, even if the active traction control system is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.
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- 172 Cruise control
- 176 view mirror)
- 184 Four-wheel drive system
- 188 system
- 190 AUTO LSD system
- 192 system
- 197 Clutch start cancel switch
- 198 Driving assist systems
- 205 PreRunner)
- 210 Cargo and luggage
- 215 Vehicle load limits
- 217 Winter driving tips
- 221 Trailer towing
- 242 Dinghy towing
- 246 Air conditioning system
- 253 Audio system types
- 258 Using the radio
- 265 Using the CD player
- 271 discs
- 278 Operating an iPod
- 286 memory
- 293 system
- 298 models)
- 299 Using the AUX port
- 301 audio switches
- 304 Detachable pole antenna
- 307 audio system
- 310 audio system
- 316 enabled portable player
- 323 setup
- 209 features
- 213 phone system
- 222 Making a phone call
- 227 Setting a cellular phone
- 233 setup
- 238 Using the phone book
- 246 Interior lights list
- 247 • Interior light
- 247 • Personal lights
- 248 List of storage features
- 249 • Glove box
- 249 • Front console box
- 250 • Cup holders
- 252 • Bottle holders
- 253 • Auxiliary boxes
- 255 • Overhead console
- 256 Sun visors
- 257 Vanity mirrors
- 258 Clock
- 259 view mirror)
- 264 Power outlets (12V DC)
- 265 Power outlet (120V AC)
- 271 Seatback table
- 272 Floor mat
- 274 features
- 283 Garage door opener
- 292 view mirror)
- 301 the vehicle exterior
- 304 the vehicle interior
- 307 requirements
- 309 General maintenance
- 312 programs
- 589 for U.S. owners
- 590 (in French)
- 603 Camper information
- 611 Abbreviation list
- 613 Alphabetical index
- 623 What to do if
- 600 Driving the vehicle
- 611 Engine (ignition) switch
- 614 Automatic transmission
- 618 Manual transmission
- 621 Turn signal lever
- 622 Parking brake
- 625 Gauges and meters
- 628 lights
- 619 Fog light switch
- 621 washer
- 621 Cruise control
- 621 system
- 621 system
- 621 switch
- 623 Winter driving tips