2002 Lexus RX 300 Owners Manual - Page 214

STARTING AND DRIVING The slip indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to "ON". If the indicator light does not come on when the ignition is turned on, contact your Lexus dealer. In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer: D The indicator light does not come on when the ignition key is turned "ON". D The indicator light remains on after the ignition is turned on. D The indicator light comes on with the normal driving mode while driving. Traction control off mode "VSC" warning light 31R016d 31R055 If your wheels get stuck in a ditch when you are driving on a severe off road and sand, turn off the traction control system. This system that controls engine performance interferes with the process of freeing your wheels. To turn off: Push "TRAC OFF" switch. The "TRAC OFF" indicator light will come on. To turn on: Push "TRAC OFF" switch once again. The "TRAC OFF" indicator light will go off. "TRAC OFF" indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to "ON". It will come on again when you push the "TRAC OFF" switch to turn off the system. 194 This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the vehicle skid control system, traction control system or brake assist system. The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to "ON" and will go off after a few seconds. If the light comes on while driving, the vehicle skid control system, traction control system and brake assist system do not work. However, as conventional braking operates when applied, there is no problem to continue your driving. 2002 MY RX300_U (OM48416U)