2008 Toyota Camry Owners Manual - Page 422

2-4. Using other driving systems n Sounds and vibrations caused by ABS, brake assist, VSC and TRAC l A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate that a malfunction has occurred in any of these systems. l Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering. A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop. The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after ABS is activated. The brake pedal may move down slightly after ABS is activated. 2 When driving CAUTION n ABS does not operate effectively when l Tires with inadequate gripping ability are used (such as excessively worn tires on a snow covered road). l The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on the wet or slick road. n Stopping distance when ABS is operating on the wet or slick roads ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle's stopping distance. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you in the following situations. l When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads l When driving with tire chains l When driving over bumps in the road l When driving over roads with potholes or uneven roads n TRAC may not operate effectively when Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slippery road surfaces, even if the TRAC system is operating. Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost. 163