’01 4Runner_U (L/O 0008)
Parking brake
Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly
may turn on “VSC/TRAC” warning light
and “TRAC OFF” (two−wheel drive mod-
els) or “VSC OFF” (four−wheel drive mod-
els) indicator light. It is normal if they go
out after a few seconds.
CAUTION
D Active traction control system, ve-
hicle skid control system and anti−
lock brake system are electronic
systems designed to help the driver
maintain control under adverse con-
ditions. They are not a substitute
for safe driving practices. Factors
including speed, road conditions
and driver steering input can all af-
fect whether active traction control
system, vehicle skid control system
and anti−lock brake system will be
When the “VSC/TRAC” warning light and
“TRAC OFF” (two−wheel drive models) or
“VSC OFF” (four−wheel drive models) indi-
cator light come on, the vehicle skid con-
trol system does not operate, but there is
no problem to continue your driving.
In the following cases, contact your Toyota
dealer:
When parking, firmly apply the parking
brake to avoid inadvertent creeping.
effective in preventing
a
loss of
D The “VSC/TRAC” warning light and
“TRAC OFF” (two−wheel drive models)
or “VSC OFF” (four−wheel drive mod-
els) indicator light do not come on af-
ter the ignition is turned to on.
control. Always keep safety driving
in mind. If the slip indicator light
flashes, sounding an alarm, special
care should be taken while driving.
To set: Pull up the lever. For better hold-
ing power, first depress the brake pedal
and hold it while setting the parking
brake.
D Only use tires of specified size. The
size, manufacture, 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 skid control sys-
tem may not function correctly.
When replacing the tires or wheels,
contact your Toyota dealer. (See
“Checking and replacing tires” in
Section 7−2.)
D The “VSC/TRAC” warning light and
“TRAC OFF” (two−wheel drive models)
or “VSC OFF” (four−wheel drive mod-
els) indicator light are left on after the
ignition is turned to on.
To release: Pull up the lever slightly (1),
press the lock release button (2), and low-
er (3).
To remind you that the parking brake is
set, the parking brake reminder light in
the instrument panel remains on until you
release the parking brake.
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