2004 Lexus LS 430 User Guide - Page 375

STARTING AND DRIVING (b) Damping mode selection TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM The traction control system automatically helps prevent the spinning of rear wheels when the vehicle is started or accelerated on slippery road surfaces. 31L144b When the ignition switch is turned to "ON", the system automatically turns on. CAUTION Under certain slippery road conditions, full traction of the vehicle and power against rear 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 may cause the vehicle to lose traction control. 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 present road conditions. " 1 Sports position 2 Normal position The damping effect on the shock absorbers is adjusted. Select either of the following modes using a selector switch. Sports mode: Suitable for sporty type driving, such as on winding mountain roads and high speed driving. Normal mode: Suitable for ordinary driving. To turn on the sports mode, push the selector switch on the "SPORT" side. The indicator comes on in the instrument cluster and a stronger damping effect than that in normal mode is automatically provided. To change to the normal mode, push the switch to the "NORM" side. 357