Off-Road Traction Assist
When the vehicle tires become embedded in mud, sand, or deep snow, the Off-Road Traction Assist functions to prevent drive-wheel spinning and to assist in freeing tires that are stuck.
Do not drive over rough rocky roads and river beds.
Do not rely completely on the Off-Road Traction Assist.
The Off-Road Traction Assist has limitations. Always drive the vehicle safely according to the road conditions. Do not drive the vehicle recklessly, otherwise it may result in an accident. In addition, do not drive the vehicle under the following conditions while the Off-Road Traction Assist is operating. Otherwise, it could negatively affect the drivetrain parts which could result in an accident.
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Vehicle is driven on paved roads.
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Temporary spare tire of a different specified size is used.
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Tire chains are used.
The Off-Road Traction Assist is a function to assist in freeing tires that are stuck. When it is not necessary to use this function, avoid driving the vehicle continuously with the Off-Road Traction Assist on.
If the vehicle is driven continuously with the Off-Road Traction Assist on, the AWD warning indication/warning light may display/flash.
Refer to If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes (Search).
The vehicle may vibrate or you might hear an operation sound while the Off-Road Traction Assist is operating or is operational, however, this does not indicate a problem.
