420 5-4. Using the driving support systems
the meter. In addition, the VSC OFF indicator and PCS warning light will be turned on in the meter.
n When“ X-MODE” is not available
In the following cases, the system does not operate.
lWhen the EV system is not started
lWhen SNOW / DIRT mode or D. SNOW / MUD mode is not selected
lWhen the EV system is malfunctioning
n About Dynamic Radar Cruise Control or Cruise Control
Dynamic radar cruise control and cruise control cannot be used during
“ X-MODE”. If dynamic radar cruise control or cruise control are being used, it will be automatically canceled.
n During“ X-MODE”
lIn“ X-MODE”, VSC does not switch ON / OFF even if the VSC
OFF switch is operated. It is fixed as ON in SNOW / DIRT mode and
OFF in D. SNOW / MUD mode.
lDuring“ X-MODE”, operating the drive mode select switch will not change the mode.
lThe SNOW / DIRT and D. SNOW / MUD modes control the
vehicle so that it can maximize the drive force and improve the drive
force on rough roads. As a result,
electricity consumption may diminish when compared to driving in normal mode.
n“ X-MODE” Automatic Release
l“ X-MODE” is automatically canceled when the power switch is turned off.
lWhen the vehicle speed exceeds
about 25 mph( 40 km / h), the“ X-MODE” is canceled, the
“ X-MODE” indicator on the meter lights up in white, and switches to the normal mode.
lWhen the vehicle speed is approximately 22 mph( 35 km / h) or less, X-MODE indicator lights up in green and switches to“ X-MODE” again.
nCautions regarding the use of the system
For safety, the following operations are not accepted when“ X-MODE” is
ON.
lDrive mode select switch operation
When selecting“ X-MODE”, Downhill Assist Control
When the“ X-MODE” switch is pressed and SNOW / DIRT mode or D. SNOW / MUD mode is selected, the Downhill Assist Control automatically enters the standby state and operates under the following conditions.
• When the vehicle speed is approximately 18 mph( 30 km / h) or less
• Neither the accelerator pedal or brake pedal are not operated
n When changing the target vehicle speed
When changing the target vehicle speed, adjust it with the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal. When the foot is removed from the pedal, the system will operate at the vehicle speed at that time.