2002 Toyota 4Runner Owners Manual - Page 124

'02 4Runner_U (L/O 0108) Vehicle skid control system If the light comes on while driving, the system does not work. However, as conventional braking operates when applied, there is no problem to continue your driving. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: The vehicle skid control system helps provide integrated control of the systems such as anti-lock brakes, traction control, engine control, etc. This system automatically controls the output of the brakes or engine to help prevent the vehicle from skidding when cornering on a slippery road surface or operating steering wheel abruptly. The vehicle skid control activates when the vehicle speed is more than 15 km/h (9 mph). You may hear a sound in the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle is started. This means that the system is in the self-check mode but does not indicate a malfunction. CAUTION D Do not rely excessively on the vehicle skid control system. Even if the vehicle skid control system is operating, you must always drive carefully and attentively to avoid serious injury. Reckless driving will result in an unexpected accident. If the slip indicator light flashes, sounding an alarm sounds, special care should be taken while driving. D The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is turned to "ON". D The warning light remains on after the ignition key is turned to "ON". D The warning light comes on while driving. D Only use tires of specified size. The size, manufacture, brand and tread pattern for all 4 tires should be the same. If you use the tires other than specified, or different type or size, the vehicle skid control system may not function correctly. When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your Toyota dealer. (See "Checking and replacing tires" in Section 7-2.) 124 2002 MY 4RUNNER_U (OM35787U)