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3584-5. Using the driving support systems
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Vehicles with AUTO LSD system
To turn the TRC/A-TRC systems
off, quickly press and release
. (The AUTO LSD system
turns on.*1)
The “AUTO LSD” and VSC OFF
indicators will come on.*2
Press again to turn the system
back on.
*1: Pre Runner and in 2WD mode on 4WD models only
*2: On vehicles with pre-collision system, pre-collision brake assist and pre-
collision braking will also be disabled until the vehicle reaches a certain
speed. The PCS warning light will come on and the message will be
shown on the multi-information display. (if equipped) ( P. 283)
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Driving
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AUTO LSD
The system can be used on Pre Runner and in 2WD mode on 4WD
models.
To turn the AUTO LSD system on,
quickly press and release .
The “AUTO LSD” indicator light
and VSC OFF indicator light will
come on. Press again to turn
the system off.
If the drive wheels spin, the slip
indicator flashes to indicate that
the AUTO LSD system has con-
trolled the spinning of the drive
wheels.
: If equipped
The AUTO LSD system aids traction by using the traction con-
trol system to control engine 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
When the AUTO LSD system is operating
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5618-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using cables or chains secured to the emergency
towing hooks. This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads
for at most 80 km (50 miles) at under 30 km/h (18 mph).
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
Securely attach cables or
chains to the towing hooks.
Take care not to damage the vehi-
cle body.
Enter the vehicle being towed and start the engine.
If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position
(vehicles without smart entry & start system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehi-
cles with smart entry & start system).
Vehicles with Stop & Start system:
Before towing the vehicle, turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position
(vehicles without smart entry & start system) or off (vehicles with smart
entry & start system) once, and then start the engine.
4WD models: Turn the front-wheel drive control switch to H2.
( P. 331)
Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
When the shift lever cannot be shifted (automatic transmission):
P. 2 3 7
Emergency towing
Emergency towing procedure
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