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CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
Precautions for Driving an ASR-equipped Vehicle
ASR is not a device that enables driving under conditions exceeding safe limits. It is
your responsibility to drive safely.
CAUTION
The ASR does not increase the road grip of tires although it improves starting
and accelerating performance on a slippery road surface when compared to a
model without ASR. On an icy or otherwise slippery road, the grip decreases
steering control, which may result in unstable vehicle behavior. Always drive
the vehicle observing a safe speed well matched to the road surface and tire
conditions, and also avoid speeding.
ASR uses up brake system air. When the air pressure drops and the air
pressure warning light and the buzzer are activated, immediately stop the
vehicle at a safe place and wait for an air pressure within the normal range to
be restored before driving.
Even if your vehicle is equipped with an ASR, avoid sudden operation of the
accelerator pedal, clutch pedal and steering wheel. Especially when starting the
vehicle on a slippery road, start up slowly as you would in a vehicle without an
ASR.
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NOTE
You can press the ASR OFF switch to deactivate the ASR system when you
need increased engine speed to drive up a slippery, long slope or to move the
vehicle out of deep snow or mud.
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ASR OFF Switch → Refer to page 4-171
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