Trail Mode (AWD vehicles) 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. 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. Enabling the system Press the “ TRAIL” 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 “ NORMAL” switch. 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, the “ TRAC OFF” indicator will illuminate but the vehicle can be driven normally.The “ TRAC OFF” indicator 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. (Selecting a driving mode) When the snow mode is selected. (System operation) 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 wheel 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. 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.