Trail Mode (vehicles with 2.5L 4-cylinder [A25A-FXS] engine) (AWD models) Trail Mode is designed to control the spinning of the drive wheels by integratedly controlling AWD, brake and drive force control systems. Use the Trail Mode when driving bumpy roads, etc. Enabling the system Press the Trail Mode switch. Press the Trail Mode switch, to turn the Trail Mode on. The Trail Mode indicator light will come on the multi-information display. To turn the system off, press the Trail Mode switch again. When the Trail Mode is operating If the tires are spinning, the slip indicator flashes to indicate that the Trail Mode is controlling the spinning of the tires. Note: Trail Mode Trail Mode controls the vehicle so that it can use the maximum amount of drive force when driving on rough roads. As a result, fuel efficiency may diminish when compared to driving with Trail Mode off. If Trail Mode is continuously used for a long period of time, depending on the driving conditions, the load on related parts increases and the system may not function correctly. In this case, “Traction Control Turned OFF” will be shown on the multi-information display but the vehicle can be driven normally. The “Traction Control Turned OFF” on the multi-information display will turn off after a short while and the system will operate properly. When Trail Mode is canceled In the following situations, Trail Mode is automatically canceled even if it is selected: When the driving mode is changed. (Driving mode select switch) When the hybrid system is restarted. Sounds and vibrations when driving in Trail Mode Any of the following conditions may occur when Trail Mode is operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred: Vibrations may be felt throughout the vehicle or steering Sounds may be heard from the engine compartment When the Trail Mode indicator does not illuminate When the Trail Mode indicator does not illuminate even though the Trail Mode switch is pressed, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. Warning: Before using Trail Mode Make sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to observe these precautions may result in an unexpected accident. Trail mode is intended for use when driving on rough roads. Check that the Trail Mode indicator is illuminated before driving. Trail Mode is not intended to expand the limits of the vehicle. Thoroughly check the road conditions and drive with caution. Notice: In order to ensure that Trail Mode operates properly Do not continuously use the Trail Mode for a long period of time. Depending on the driving conditions, the load on related parts increases and the system may not operate properly.