2006 Toyota RAV4 Owners Manual - Page 169

'06 Rav4_U (L/O 0601) Downhill assist control system If the light comes on while driving, all the above systems will not work. In such a case, the brakes will operate when applied (no electronic assistance will be available), and it will be possible to continue driving the vehicle. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: The downhill assist control system assists the deceleration of the engine brake when you drive down a steep hill. When you are driving down a hill, pushing the "DAC" switch turns on the system. If the vehicle is traveling at a speed of 25 km/h (15 mph) or less, you can descend at a constant speed. D The warning light does not come on when the ignition key "ON". is turned to CAUTION Do not rely excessively on the downhill assist control system. It may not be able to maintain a low speed over road surfaces or off- road surfaces on which sliding can easily occur, such as extremely steep slopes or icy or muddy roads. TO ACTIVATE THE DOWNHILL ASSIST CONTROL SYSTEM 1. In order to make full use of the engine brake, put the transmission selector lever in "L" (forward) or "R" (reverse). D The warning light remains on after the ignition key is turned to "ON". "VSC" warning light This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the following systems: D The warning light comes on while driving. D D D D Traction control system Vehicle stability control system Downhill assist control system Hill- start assist control system The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to "ON". When the systems are work properly, the light turns off after a few seconds. 156 2005 RAV4 from Jan. '06 Prod. (OM42620U)