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4-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
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: If equipped
Press the “DAC” switch.
The downhill assist control system
indicator will come on and the sys-
tem will operate.
When the system is in operation,
the slip indicator light will flash, and
the stop lights/high mounted stop
lights will be lit. A sound may also
occur during the operation. This
does not indicated a malfunction.
Press the “DAC” switch while
the system is in operation.
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” switch while the
downhill assist control system indi-
cator is flashing to start the system
again.
■ Operating tips
The system will operate when the
shift lever is in D or 1 range of S
mode or R.
■ If the downhill assist control
system indicator flashes
● In the following situations, the indi-
cator flashes and the system will
not operate:
• The shift lever is in a position
other than D or 1 range of S mode
or R.
• The accelerator or brake pedal is
depressed.
• The vehicle speed exceeds
approximately 15 mph (25 km/h).
• The brake system overheats.
● In the following situation, the indi-
cator flashes to alert the driver,
but the system will operate:
• The “DAC” switch is turned off
while the system is operating.
The system will gradually ceases
Downhill assist con-
trol system
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The downhill assist control
system helps to prevent
excessive speed on steep
downhill slopes.
The system will operate
when the vehicle is traveling
under 25 km/h (15 mph) with
the accelerator and brake
pedals released.
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 operation
Turning off the system