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4-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
HIGHLANDER_U (OM0E031U)
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Activating the downhill assist control system
Press the “DAC” switch.
The downhill assist control sys-
tem indicator will come on to
indicate that the downhill assist
control system is activated.
Pressing the switch again turns
the system off.
The slip indicator will flash to indi-
cate that the downhill assist con-
trol system is operating, and the
stop lights and high mounted
stoplight will turn on.
■ If the downhill assist control system indicator flashes
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In the following situations, the indicator flashes and the system will not operate:
• The shift lever is in P.
• The accelerator or brake pedal is depressed.
• The vehicle speed exceeds approximately 18 mph (30 km/h).
• The brake system overheats.
The system will cease operation. At this time, a buzzer sounds, the
downhill assist control system indicator flashes and “Traction Control
Turned Off” is shown on the multi-information display. Refrain from using
the system until the downhill assist control system indicator stays on and
“Traction Control Turned Off” displayed on the multi-information display
goes out. (The vehicle can be driven normally during this time.)
Downhill assist control system (AWD mod-
els)
The downhill assist control system helps to prevent excessive
speed on steep downhill slopes.
The system will operate when the vehicle is traveling under
18 mph (30 km/h).
While the downhill assist control system is operating
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