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under the above-mentioned situations .
NOTE
. When the switch has been pressed ( type A ) or turned ( type B ) to deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system , the Vehicle Dynamics Control system automatically reactivates itself the next time the ignition switch is turned to the “ LOCK ”/ “ OFF ” position and the engine is restarted .
. If the switch is pressed ( type A ) or turned ( type B ) and held for 30 seconds or longer , the indicator light turns off , the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is activated , and the system ignores any further pressing of the switch . To make the switch usable again , turn the ignition switch to the “ LOCK ”/“ OFF ” position and restart the engine .
. When the switch is pressed ( type A ) or turned ( type B ) to deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system , the vehicle ’ s running performance is comparable to that of a vehicle that does not have a Vehicle Dynamics Control system . Do not deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system except when absolutely necessary .
. Even when the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is deactivated , components of the brake control system may still activate . When the brake control system is activated , the Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator light flashes .
7-14 . X-MODE ( if equipped )
WARNING
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. Always use the utmost care in driving – overconfidence because you are driving a vehicle with X-MODE could easily lead to a serious accident .
. Always use the utmost care in driving – overconfidence because you are driving a vehicle with hill descent control function ( if equipped ) could easily lead to a serious accident . Be especially careful , and depress the brake pedal if necessary when driving on extremely steep downhill , frozen , muddy or sandy roads . Failure to control the vehicle ’ s speed may cause a loss of control and result in a serious accident .
CAUTION
. Even if your vehicle is equipped with X-MODE , winter tires should be used when driving on snowcovered or icy roads ; in addition , vehicle speed should be reduced considerably . Simply having
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