BRAKE CONTROL SYSTEM


  1. OUTLINE


    1. The following brake control functions are provided: Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist, Traction Control (TRC), Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), VSC and Cooperative Control with EPS, Hill-start Assist Control, Emergency Brake Signal, Downhill Assist Control*1 and Trailer Sway Control*2.

      *1: AWD models

      *2: Models with 2GR-FKS engine

    2. A VSC OFF switch is used.

  2. MAIN FEATURES


    1. VSC and Cooperative Control with EPS


      1. VSC and Cooperative Control with EPS is a stability control system that integrates brake control (ABS with EBD, Brake Assist, TRC, VSC, Hill-start Assist Control, Emergency Brake Signal, Downhill Assist Control*1 and Trailer Sway Control*2) and Electric Power Steering (EPS).

        *1: AWD models

        *2: Models with 2GR-FKS engine

      2. Using VSC and Cooperative Control with EPS, the brake control system and the EPS operate in a coordinated manner.

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  3. PRECAUTION


    1. When the brake control system is activated, the brake pedal may shudder, which is a normal occurrence of the system in operation and should not be considered a malfunction.

    2. The TRC and VSC functions control brake hydraulic pressure and engine output to ensure vehicle stability. Therefore, the VSC OFF switch (to stop the operation of the TRC and VSC functions) should be operated only when it is necessary.

    3. Ignition Switch Expressions


      1. The type of ignition switch used on this model differs depending on the specifications of the vehicle. The expressions listed in the table below are used in this section.

        Expression

        Ignition Switch

        (Position)

        Engine Switch

        (Condition)
        Ignition Switch off LOCK Off (Lock)
        Ignition Switch ACC ACC On (ACC)
        Ignition Switch ON ON On (IG)
        Engine Start START On (Start)