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Vehicle Dynamics Control system is reduced and this should be taken into account when driving the vehicle in such a condition .
. If non-matching tires are used , the Vehicle Dynamics Control system may not operate correctly .
. The Vehicle Dynamics Control system helps prevent unstable vehicle motion such as skidding using control of the brakes and engine power . Do not turn off the Vehicle Dynamics Control system unless it is absolutely necessary . If you must turn off the Vehicle Dynamics Control system , drive very carefully according to the road surface conditions .
& System features
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In the event of wheelspin and / or skidding on a slippery road surface and / or during cornering and / or an evasive maneuver , the Vehicle Dynamics Control system adjusts the engine ’ s output and the wheels ’ respective braking forces to help maintain traction and directional control .
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. Traction Control Function
The traction control function is designed to prevent spinning of the driving wheels on slippery road surfaces , thereby helping to maintain traction and directional control . Activation of this function is shown by flashing the Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator light .
. Skid Suppression Function
The skid suppression function is designed to help maintain directional stability by suppressing the wheels ’ tendency to slide sideways during steering operations . Activation of this function is shown by flashing the Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator light .
NOTE
. The Vehicle Dynamics Control system may be considered normal when the following conditions occur . – Slight twitching of the brake pedal is felt . – The vehicle or steering wheel shakes to a small degree .
– An operating sound from the engine compartment is heard briefly when starting the engine and when driving off after starting the engine .
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– The brake pedal seems to jolt when driving off after starting the engine .
. In the circumstances shown in the following list , the vehicle may be less stable than it feels to the driver . The Vehicle Dynamics Control system may therefore operate . Such operation does not indicate a system malfunction . – On gravel-covered or rutted roads – On unfinished roads – When the vehicle is towing a trailer – When the vehicle is fitted with snow tires or winter tires .
. Activation of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system will cause operation of the steering wheel to feel slightly different compared to that for normal conditions .
. It is always important to reduce speed when approaching a corner , even if your vehicle is equipped with the Vehicle Dynamics Control system .
. Always turn off the engine before replacing a tire . Failure to do so may render the Vehicle Dynamics Control system unable to operate correctly .
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