2006 Toyota RAV4 Owners Manual - Page 168

'06 Rav4_U (L/O 0601) Enhanced vehicle stability control system (four- wheel drive vehicles) The vehicle stability control system helps provide integrated control of the such systems as the anti- lock brake, brake assist, traction control, engine control, electric power steering, active torque control 4WD. This system automatically controls the brakes, engine and power steering as well as driving force to all the 4 wheels to help prevent the vehicle from skidding when cornering on a slippery road surface or operating steering wheel abruptly. This system activates when the vehicle speed exceeds about 15 km/h (9 mph). A sound may be heard from the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This means that the system is in the self- check mode. This sound does not indicate a malfunction. CAUTION D Do not rely excessively on the vehicle stability control system. Even if the vehicle stability control system is operating, you must always drive carefully and attentively to avoid death or serious injury. Reckless driving will result in an unexpected accident. If the slip indicator light flashes, and an alarm sounds, special care should be taken while driving. D Use only tires of the specified size. The size, manufacturer, 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 stability control system may not function correctly. When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your Toyota dealer. (See "Checking and replacing tires" on page 374 in Section 7- 2.) If the vehicle is going to skid during driving, the slip indicator light blinks and an alarm sounds intermittently. Special care should be taken while driving. The slip 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 key is turned to "ON", contact your Toyota dealer. D In situations where the road surface is covered with ice or snow, your vehicle should be fitted with snow tires or tire chains. 155 2005 RAV4 from Jan. '06 Prod. (OM42620U)