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When driving
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Propeller shaft noise
If the vehicle height is adjusted on a slope, or with the shift lever in a position
other than “P” or “N” while the vehicle is stopped, you may hear a sound
caused by the expansion and contraction of the propeller shaft. This does
not indicate a malfunction.
4-Wheel AHC failure warning
If a malfunction occurs in the 4-Wheel AHC, normal mode is automatically
selected. However, the system may not switch to normal mode depending
on the location of the malfunction.
The warning message is displayed on the multi-information display, and the
4-Wheel AHC cannot be activated until the malfunction is corrected.
Stop the engine and start it again. If the warning message turns off, the sys-
tem is operating correctly. If the warning message continues to be displayed,
have the vehicle checked at any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional as soon as possible.

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Shifting between “H4” and “L4”
Shifting from “H4” to “L4”
Stop the vehicle completely.
Shift the shift lever to “N”.
Push and turn the four-wheel drive control switch fully clock-
wise.
Maintain this condition until the low speed four-wheel drive indica-
tor light turns on.
Shifting from “L4” to “H4”
Stop the vehicle completely.
Shift the shift lever to “N”.
Turn the four-wheel drive control switch fully counterclock-
wise.
Maintain this condition until the low speed four-wheel drive indica-
tor light turns off.
The four-wheel drive control switch can be operated when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
The shift lever is in the “N” position.
The vehicle is stopped completely.
The low speed four-wheel drive indicator light
The indicator light blinks while shifting between “H4” and “L4”.
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Advice for driving on slippery roads
If you shift the four-wheel drive control switch to “L4” and the shift lever to
the “2” range of “S” while driving in steep off-road areas, the output of the
brake can be controlled effectively by the Active TRC, which assists the
driver to control the driving power of 4 wheels.
Use the “1” range of “S” of the shift lever for maximum power and traction
when your wheels get stuck or when driving down a steep incline.
The center differential lock indicator light
The indicator light blinks while locking/unlocking the center differential.
The center differential lock/unlock button can be operated when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
The vehicle speed is less than 100 km/h (60 mph).
Locking/unlocking the center differential
When the center differential is locked, VSC is automatically turned off.
(The center differential lock and VSC OFF indicator lights come on.)
If the operation is not completed, the center differential lock indicator
blinks. If the indicator light does not turn off when unlocking the center
differential, drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or
drive in reverse.
If the center differential lock/unlock is not completed within 5 seconds
while the cruise control system is on, cancel the cruise control system.

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Function limitations
Crawl Control
In the following situations, brake control can be used to drive downhill at
a constant speed. However, engine control is not available when driving
uphill at a constant speed.
• When switched to second start mode.
In the following situation, engine control and brake control will stop tem-
porarily. In this event, the Crawl Control indicator will flash.
• When the vehicle speed exceeds approximately 25 km/h (15 mph).
Turn Assist function
In the following situations, the Turn Assist function will stop temporarily. In
this event, the Turn Assist indicator will flash.
When the vehicle speed exceeds approximately 10km/h (6 mph).
When the shift lever is moved to “R”.
When the Crawl Control system is operated continuously
If Crawl Control is used continuously for a long time, the buzzer will
sound, a malfunction notification will be displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display, the Crawl Control indicator will go off, and Crawl Control will
be temporarily inoperable as a result of the brake system overheating. In
this event, stop the vehicle immediately in a safe place, and allow the
brake system to cool down sufficiently until the “TRC OFF” on the multi-
information display go off. (In the meantime, normal driving is possible.)
If Crawl Control is used continuously for a long time, the buzzer will
sound, the system will be temporarily canceled, and a malfunction notifi-
cation will be displayed on the multi-information display as a result of the
automatic transmission system overheating. Stop the vehicle in a safe
place until the display goes off.

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L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
Sounds and vibrations caused by the Crawl 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 indi-
cate that a malfunction has occurred in Crawl Control system.
Either of the following conditions may occur when the Crawl Control sys-
tem 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.
When there is a malfunction in the system
Warning lights and/or warning messages will turn on. (P. 573, 579)
CAUTION
When using Crawl Control and Turn Assist function
Do not rely solely on the Crawl Control and Turn Assist function. This func-
tion does not extend the vehicle’s performance 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 surfaces, the system may not be able to main-
tain a fixed low speed, which may result in an accident:
Extremely steep inclines.
Extremely uneven surfaces.
Snow-covered roads, or other slippery surfaces.
NOTICE
When using Turn Assist function
The Turn Assist function is a function to assist turning performance when
driving off road. The function may be less effective on paved road surfaces.

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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.
Multi Terrain 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, or in off-
road conditions (such as rough roads, sand and mud).
Brake assist
Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal is
depressed, when the system detects a panic stop situation.
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or turning
on slippery road surfaces.
Active TRC (Traction Control)
Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the 4 wheels from spinning
when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads.
Hill-start assist control
Helps prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards when starting on an
incline or slippery slope.
KDSS (Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System) (if equipped)
KDSS helps to ensure ride comfort and handling response by using a
hydraulic control system to control the suspension stabilizer bars in
response to road surface and driving conditions during cornering or off-
road driving.
VGRS (Variable Gear Ratio Steering) (if equipped)
Helps to adjust the wheel turning angle in accordance with the vehicle
speed and steering wheel movement.
Pre-Crash Safety (if equipped)
P. 307

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L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
When the VSC/Active TRC/hill-start assist control systems are
operating
The slip indicator light flashes to
indicate that the VSC/Active
TRC/hill-start assist control sys-
tems have been engaged.
The stop lights and high mounted
stoplight turn on when the hill-
start assist control system is
operating.

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L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
Automatic reactivation of Active TRC and VSC
Turning the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off after turning off the Active
TRC and VSC systems will automatically re-enable them.
Automatic Active TRC reactivation
If only the Active TRC system is turned off, the Active TRC system will turn
on when vehicle speed increases.
Automatic Active TRC and VSC reactivation
If the Active TRC and VSC systems are turned off, the systems will not turn
on even when vehicle speed increases.
If the brake system overheats
The brake system may overheat. In this case, a buzzer will sound, and the
“TRC OFF” will be displayed on the multi-information display, and Active
TRC and hill-start assist control will be temporarily inoperable. In this event,
stop the vehicle immediately in a safe place, and allow the brake system to
cool down sufficiently until the “TRC OFF” on the multi-information display
go off. (There is no problem with continuing normal driving.)
Sounds and vibrations caused by the Multi Terrain ABS, brake assist,
Active TRC, VSC, hill-start assist control and VGRS
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 indi-
cate that a malfunction has occurred in any of these systems.
Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are
operating. None of these indicates 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.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after the Multi Terrain ABS is acti-
vated.
• The brake pedal may move down slightly after the Multi Terrain ABS is
activated.