Toyota RAV4: To disable TRAC and/or VSC (2WD models)
If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, TRAC and VSC may reduce power from the engine to the wheels. You may need to turn the system off to enable you to rock the vehicle in order to free it. The AUTO LSD function is activated when the system is in TRAC off mode.
■ Turning off TRAC
Quickly push and release the switch to turn off TRAC. The “AUTO LSD” and VSC OFF indicator lights should come on. While the AUTO LSD function is operating the slip indicator light flashes. Push the switch again to turn the system back on.
■ Turning off TRAC and VSC
Push and hold the switch while the vehicle is stopped to turn off TRAC and VSC. The VSC OFF indicator light should come on. Push the switch again to turn the system back on.
When the VSC/TRAC are operating
If the vehicle is in danger of slipping
or if any of the drive wheels
spins, the slip indicator light
flashes to indicate that the VSC/
TRAC systems are operating.
A buzzer (intermittent) sound ...
To disable TRAC and/or VSC (4WD models)
If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, TRAC and VSC may
reduce power from the engine to the wheels. You may need to turn
the system off to enable you to rock the vehicle in order to free it ...
See also:
Manually opening the fuel filler door
If necessary, the fuel filler door can be opened
manually:
1. Open the side hatch in the cargo compartment
(on the same side as the fuel filler
door).
2. Grasp the green cord with a handle.
...
Storing wheels
Store wheels that are not being used in a cool, dry and preferably dark place.
Protect the tires from oil, grease, gasoline and diesel. ...
Windshield Wipers And Washers
The windshield wiper/washer control lever is located on
the right side of the steering column. The front wipers are
operated by rotating a switch, located at the end of the
lever. For informatio ...
