2002 Lexus LX 470 Owners Manual - Page 243

STARTING AND DRIVING In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer: D The "VSC/TRAC" warning light does not come on after the ignition is turned to on. D The "VSC/TRAC" remains on after the ignition is turned to on. VEHICLE SKID CONTROL SYSTEM CAUTION Under certain slippery road conditions, full traction of the vehicles and power to 4 wheels may not be maintained, even though the active 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 speed for the road conditions present. 31X066b The vehicle skid control system helps provide integrated control of the systems such as anti-lock brakes, traction control, engine control, etc. This system automatically controls the output of the brakes or engine to help prevent the vehicle from skidding under adverse conditions. When you turn the ignition switch on, the slip indicator light will come on. The slip indicator light will go off after a few seconds If the vehicle is going to skid during driving, the slip indicator light flashes and an alarm sounds intermittently. 227