2004 Toyota 4Runner Owners Manual - Page 582

'04 4Runner_U (L/O 0409) Active traction control system (four- wheel drive models) If the light comes on while driving, the traction control system does not work. However, as normal braking operates when being applied, there is no problem to continue your driving. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: The active traction control system automatically helps prevent the spinning of 4 wheels when the vehicle is started or accelerated on slippery road surfaces. When the ignition key is turned to "ON", the system automatically turns on. D The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is turned to "ON". CAUTION Under certain slippery road conditions, full traction of the vehicle and power to the 4 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. 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 TRAC" warning light comes on even if the "TRAC OFF" switch is not pushed. Leave the system on during the ordinary driving so that it can operate when needed. You may hear a sound in the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This means that the active traction control system is in the selfcheck mode, but does not indicate a malfunction. When the active traction control system is operating, the following conditions occur: D The system controls the spinning of the 4 wheels. At this time, the slip indicator light blinks. 170 2004 4RUNNER from Sep. '04 Prod. (OM35847U)