2010 Lexus RX 450h User Guide 2 - Page 250
2010 Lexus RX 450h Manual
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2-4. Using other driving systems Driving assist systems To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following systems operate automatically in response to various driving situations. Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and should not be relied upon too heavily when operating the vehicle. n ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Helps to prevent wheel lock when the brakes are applied suddenly, or if the brakes are applied while driving on a slippery road surface n Brake assist Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal is depressed, when the system detects a panic stop situation n VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or turning on slippery road surfaces n TRAC (Traction Control) Maintains drive power and helps to prevent any of the drive wheels from spinning when the vehicle is started or accelerated on a slippery road surface n Hill-start assist control →P. 258 n EPS (Electric Power Steering) Employs an electric motor to reduce the amount of effort needed to turn the steering wheel n Active stabilizer suspension system (if equipped) Reduces sway when cornering according to vehicle conditions such as steering wheel movement and vehicle speed, in order to maintain a stable vehicle posture 252