1997 Toyota Avalon Owners Manual - Page 135

When getting the vehicle out of mud or new snow, etc. the traction control system will operate to prevent the wheels from spinning. ! CAUTION Under certain slippery road conditions, full traction of the vehicles and power to the front wheels cannot be maintained, even though the traction control system is in operation. Do not drive the vehicle under any speed or maneuvering conditions which will cause the vehicle to lose traction. In situations where the road surface is covered with ice or snow, your vehicle should be fitted with snow tires or tire chains. Always drive at an appropriate and cautious pace. MANUAL OPERATION You can turn off the traction control system by pushing the "TRAC OFF" switch. The "TRAC OFF" indicator/ warning light will come on. Pushing the "TRAC OFF" switch a second time turns on the traction control system and the "TRAC OFF" indicator/warning light will go off. 127