2001 Lexus RX 300 Owners Manual - Page 217

STARTING AND DRIVING If any of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle: D The "VSC" warning light does not come on after the ignition is turned to on. D The "VSC" warning light remains on after the ignition is turned to on. D The "VSC" warning light comes on while driving. VEHICLE SKID CONTROL SYSTEM The vehicle skid control system provides comprehensive control of the systems such as an anti-lock brake system, brake assist system, traction control, engine control, etc. This system automatically controls the output of the brakes or engine to help prevent the vehicle from skidding when cornering on a slippery road surface or abrupt steering wheel operation occurs. CAUTION Under certain slippery road conditions, full traction of the vehicle and power to the 4 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. 31R015a "Slip indicator light If the vehicle is going to skid during driving, the slip indicator light flashes and an alarm sounds intermittently. The vehicle skid control activates when the vehicle speed is about more than 15 km/h (9 mph). 194 2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)