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X-MODE
X-MODE will automatically reactivate when the vehicle speed drops below 22 mph ( 35 km / h ). – When you use the cruise control after X-MODE is automatically deactivated , X-MODE will not be automatically reactivated when the vehicle speed drops below 22 mph ( 35 km / h ).
. While the engine is running , if any of the following conditions is met , X-MODE will be deactivated . In this case , it is not possible to activate X-MODE . Also , the SI-DRIVE mode will change to the Intelligent ( I ) mode and it will not be possible to change to the other modes . – The CHECK ENGINE warning light / Malfunction indicator light illuminates .
– The AT OIL TEMP warning light flashes .
– The ABS warning light illuminates .
– The Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light illuminates . . The Auto Start Stop system will be stopped while X-MODE is activated .
. If there is a possibility that the engine could overheat because of a temperature increase of the engine coolant , it is not possible to activate X-MODE . Even while X-MODE is activated , X-MODE will be deactivated when the engine coolant temperature increases . In this case , the SI-DRIVE mode will change to the Intelligent ( I ) mode .
. The SI-DRIVE mode will not be affected even if the SI-DRIVE switch is pressed while X-MODE is activated . At this time , the buzzer will sound twice .
Models with 2 modes :
. SNOW / DIRT is suitable for driving on a snow-covered road where the points of contact between the tires and road surface are visible , or for driving on an unpaved road .
. DEEP SNOW / MUD is suitable for driving on a road covered with deep snow where the points of contact between the tires and road surface are not visible , or for driving on a muddy road .
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The hill descent control function will be in standby mode when X-MODE is activated and the vehicle speed is less than approximately 12 mph ( 20 km / h ).
The function will operate when the vehicle speed is less than approximately 12 mph ( 20 km / h ) and the accelerator ratio is less than approximately 10 %.
The function will turn off when the vehicle speed is more than approximately 12 mph ( 20 km / h ) and the accelerator pedal is depressed .
CAUTION
The braking power of the hill descent control function may not be sufficient when strong braking power is needed ( e . g ., when towing a trailer ).
NOTE
. Even while the hill descent control function is operating , you can vary the vehicle speed using the brake pedal or accelerator pedal .
. During braking by the hill descent control function , the stop lights will illuminate .