2005 Lexus IS 300 Owners Manual - Page 278

04 06.30 STARTING AND DRIVING Traction control off mode SV31043 SV31036 "TRAC OFF" indicator/warning light 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/warning light will come on. To turn on: Push "TRAC OFF" switch once again. The "TRAC OFF" indicator/warning light will go off. This light also warns that there is a problem somewhere in the traction control system. The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to "ON" and will go off after a few seconds. It will come on again when you push the "TRAC OFF" switch to turn off the system. If the light comes on with the normal driving mode while driving, the system does not work. However, as conventional braking operates when the brake is applied, there is no problem to continue your driving. In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer: D The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to "ON" D The light remains on after the ignition is turned on. D The light comes on with the normal driving mode while driving. D The light flashes. 257