2003 Lexus LX 470 User Guide - Page 280
2003 Lexus LX 470 Manual
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STARTING AND DRIVING The vehicle skid control system activates when the vehicle speed is more than the following speed. Four-wheel drive control lever in "H" . . 15 km/h (9 mph) Four-wheel drive control lever in "L" . . 30 km/h (19 mph) You may hear a sound in the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This means that the vehicle skid control is in the self-check mode and does not indicate a malfunction. 31x505 "Vehicle skid control system failure warning 31X529 These lights warn when there is a problem somewhere in the vehicle skid control system or active traction control system. If the "VSC/TRAC" warning light and "VSC OFF" indicator light come on, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible. However, there is no problem even if the "VSC/TRAC" warning light comes on when the brake actuator temperature becomes high. (For details, see "Active traction control system" on page 259.) When the "ABS" warning light comes on, the vehicle skid control system is not operating. The lights will come on when the ignition key is turned to "ON", and will go off after a few seconds. The lights may stay on for 60 seconds after the ignition key is turned to the "ON" position. It is normal if they go off after a few seconds. Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the lights. It is normal if they go off after a few seconds. Pushing the center differential lock button automatically turns the vehicle skid control system off. At this time, the "VSC OFF" indicator comes on with the center differential lock indicator light. (For details, see "Four-wheel drive system" on page 241.) 262