AUTO LSDAUTO LSD indicatorAUTO LSD (2WD vehicles)The AUTO LSD system aids traction by using the traction control system to control
engine performance and braking when one of the drive wheels begins to spin. The system
should be used only when one of the drive wheels spinning occurs in a ditch or rough
surface.System operationTo turn the AUTO LSD system on, quickly press and release
.The “
AUTO LSD” indicator light and VSC OFF indicator light will come on.Press
again to turn the system off.When the AUTO LSD system is operatingIf the drive wheels spin, the slip indicator flashes to indicate that the AUTO LSD
system has controlled the spinning of the drive wheels.Note:If the engine is turned off and restartedThe AUTO LSD system and the indicators are automatically turned off.Reactivation of the VSC system linked to vehicle speedWhen the AUTO LSD system is turned on, the VSC and TRAC systems will turn on automatically
if vehicle speed increase.If the brake system overheatsThe system will cease operation and a buzzer will alert the driver.At this time, the “
AUTO LSD” indicator will flash and the “
TRAC OFF” indicator will come on. Stop the vehicle in a safe place. (There is no problem with
continuing normal driving.) The system will be automatically restored after a short
time.Warning:To avoid an accidentFailure to do so, a much greater steering effort and more careful cornering control
will be required.Do not use the AUTO LSD system in conditions other than when one of the drive wheels
spinning occurs in a ditch or rough surface.Do not drive with the AUTO LSD system continuously turned on.Notice:Activating while drivingDo not activate the AUTO LSD system if the wheel is slipping. Stop the slipping or
spinning before activating.