2005 Toyota Matrix Owners Manual - Page 449

'05 MATRIX_U (L/O 0409) When the traction control system is operating, the following conditions occur: To turn on: Push "TRAC OFF" switch once again. The slip indicator light/traction control system off indicator light will go off. The slip indicator light/traction control system off indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to "ON". It will come on again when you push the "TRAC OFF" switch to turn off the traction control system. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: TRACTION CONTROL OFF MODE When getting the vehicle out of mud or newly fallen snow, etc., turn off the traction control system. This system that controls engine performance interferes with the process of freeing front wheels. To turn off: Push "TRAC OFF" switch. The slip indicator light/traction control system off indicator light will come on. The vehicle stability control system is always activated, even if the traction control system is turned off. D The system controls the spinning of the front wheels. At this time, the slip indicator light/traction control system off indicator light blinks. D You may feel vibration or noise in your vehicle, caused by operation of the brakes. This indicates the system is functioning properly. The slip indicator light/traction control system off indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to "ON". If the indicator light does not come on when the ignition is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer. D The indicator light does not come on when the ignition key is turned "ON". D The indicator light remains on after the ignition is turned on. D The indicator light comes on with the normal driving mode while driving. 125 2005 MATRIX from Sep. '04 Prod. (OM12892U)