2003 Toyota Camry Owners Manual - Page 129

'03Camry_U (L/O 0208) Vehicle skid control system In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: The vehicle skid control system helps provide integrated control of the systems such as anti- lock brake system, traction control, engine control, etc. This system automatically controls the brakes and engine to help prevent the vehicle from skidding when cornering on a slippery road surface or operating steering wheel abruptly. This system will activate when your vehicle speed reaches or exceeds 15 km/h (9 mph), and will deactivate when the vehicle speed reduced to below 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 The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is turned to "ON". 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, an alarm sounds, and special care should be taken while driving. D The warning light remains on after the ignition key is turned to "ON". D The warning light comes on while driving. The "TRAC OFF" indicator light will come on when the "VSC" warning light comes on even if the "TRAC OFF" switch is not pushed. 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" on page 254 in Section 7- 2.) D In situations where the road surface is covered with ice or snow, your vehicle should be fitted with snow tires or tire chains. 110 2003 MY CAMRY (OM33569U)