System Description: Notes

Active trace control function controls the braking utilizing the ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit), depending on cornering condition calculated from driver's steering input and plural sensors.
Active trace control function is aimed to enhance traceability at corners and smooth the vehicle movement to provide confident driving.
When the drive mode select switch is set to the "SPORT" mode, the amount of brake control provided by active trace control is reduced.
For "PERSONAL" mode, the active trace control can be selected ON or OFF. Refer to SYSTEM DESCRIPTION .
When the VDC OFF switch is used to turn OFF the VDC system, the active trace control system is also turned OFF.
When the active trace control is operated, active trace control graphics are shown on the information display of combination meter. These are shown only when "Chassis control" is selected on the information display. Refer to CHASSIS CONTROL DISPLAY .
When the active trace control is not functioning properly, the master warning lamp illuminates. Warning message "Chassis control" will also appear on information display.

NOTE:

The active trace control may not be effective depending on the driving condition. Always driving carefully and attentively.
Brake pedal may vibrate and brake pedal feel may change during active trace control operation. Also operation noise may be noticeable during operation. These are not abnormal conditions.
When the active trace control is selected OFF, some functions will be kept ON to assist driver. (For example, avoidance condition.)