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I'm sorry but I'm very confused, I have a 2019 Tacoma TRD 4X4; the great majority of my driving is on dry streets and hi-ways. I live in southern Arizona and it NEVER snows here and seldom ever rains, so what should my setting be for these conditions, ON or OFF???
Traction control and vsc saved my life one day and my young son. It stays ON. I was not going to make the bend, in slushy snow and there was a lorry coming the other way. My Land Cruiser said “oh no you don’t!” Took control for what seemed like an eternity, but we stayed on the right side of the road and continued safely. Leave it switched ON, folks.
Hi everyone. I hope you liked the video. How would you use trac and trac off buttons? Thanks for watching! I do some content on this channel as well so please subscribe if you want to. Jeff
Thank you for this video! Trying to drive up a snowy hill tonight on my drive home and my car lost power, making me fearful of being rear ended. I found this video while trying to figure out what was wrong with my car. I will be turning this feature off first thing tomorrow when I have to drive on the snow again.
Living in Canada, just this past winter I was driving my 13 Camry through 1 foot of snow, with good Michelin snow tires and keeping the traction control OFF in snow, and ON in freezing rain and ice in the city. If you drive in winter with bald back tires the stability control is going to save you from doing a 360....its going to scare you but it will save you!
This was helpful. I really want to turn off that dynamic collision control. When someone moves in to my lane directly in front of me on the freeway and we are all going the speed limit the Toyota system puts on the brakes and takes over the gas/electric and my RAV$ suddenly is making everyone behind me slam on their brakes.
Hi I own a 2022 Toyota Prado Kakadu here in Australia, I turn off traction control when beach driving in very soft sand, TRC off allows me to maintain momentum without the traction control kicking in, throttling back and applying brakes.
Ah ha... traction control = anti-donuts. Seriously though, thank your for a video explaining features. Please do more. Jeff sent me and now I’m subscribed. Right on!
Mine is always off. I hate having it on. Its a nightmare if you accidentally pull out in traffic and have to give it a lot of throttle. Car bogs down and will not go. Scary seeing the other vehicles coming up on you so fast and you feeling so helpless because you can't go.
Thank you all the way from California 💙 didn’t understand what it meant on my 2016 Chrysler 200 limited… I literally slipped on highway 99 in Bakersfield California luckily I didn’t crash nor hit anyone very scary situation …Happened to me today it was very rainy we had puddles all over the highway and I was going 75 mph while the rest of the freeway was going 40 to 55
Driving on soft beach sand the vehicle will often loose power as the traction control system applies the brakes to stop wheels spinning and the car is more likely to stop completely or get bogged, very noticeable on gradual accents. This feature of “traction control on” is more common with the small SUV’s that have limited power.
@@vickileadbetter5574 Yes traction control off in sand for most vehicles I would say. Some vehicles may have a traction control setting mode that is optimised for sand driving but I’m not aware of any at this stage.
And ...tcs works in 4hi but is deactivated in 4lo. Then trac or a trac can be used or multi terrain select. Also in 4lo, engine output is NOT interfered with. This is a very important difference in situations where engine,output interference would cause problems like needing wheel spin or momentum in bad situations.
Did not understand how this worked. First time I drove our 2018 Explorer in slight snow it would not move. If you tried to give it gas it would go to idle. Called dealer and he said to get traction, cut traction control off. Ya, that makes sense. That is what I had to do to move. Our selector is in the screen and you must do 2 steps at least to get to it. As far as I am concerned it is a hazard and I am glad I do not need to drive in snow in this thing.
He sort of muddled up the simple answer. But hey! Turn it off when you want to do donuts, a sure ticket is any northern state if a cop sees you doing it.
How fast can someone go with traction control !? Can traction control be used at speeds of 50-69 and leave it on, or only when someone is stock in snow or mud?
I turn off traction control when I'm stopped at icy intersections. When trying to move from a stop the traction control will actually do the opposite. No matter what wheel is torqued on ice when starting from a stop, it will spin in place. I turn off traction control and miraculously the computer stops "helping" me and I can smoothly begin to move. Traction control is good when you're already moving and lose an edge. It will help correct.
Put the pedal to the floor if your having trouble getting going at an icy intersection and the traction control is on. The computer will take care of the rest. You'll only have trouble if you start feathering the gas.
That why I have turn off traction button on sometimes wheel spin on the road while I stop 🛑 at red light then slightly put my foot on the acceleration wheel be acting like it slippery
And be sure to put your flashers on when driving in the fog or heavy rain so that you can blind and irritate the crap out of all the drivers behind you as well.
Our 2018 Explorer has the traction control on the screen where you punch and search. Did not know until I tried to get out of my drive in light snow and it would only idle. Had to call dealer. You must cut traction control off to get traction.(makes sense)??? Why we did not get a button I do not know. If you need to cut it off on the run, you are in trouble.
When I press mine, I keep having that notification come on even if I dismiss it (press the back or return button) and then after certain speed it goes away, I come to a stop again, press it and it tells me it is off again. SO the traction control seems to be turned on after certain speed. is that the way it should work? also the yellow icon never comes on to let me know the traction control is off. Anyone help!? got Toyota mechanics telling me is good but I don' remember the function operating in such way.
Never thought to turn it off going up a snowy slippery hill. Wheels spinned until there was no power to the wheels. Now i got snow tires and have had no problems. Probably wont need to turn it off now unless i get stuck in deep snow.
Watching this video left me more confused than before I watched it. When exactly should I turn on TRAC climbing up a steep hill on a rainy day and when should I turn it off?
Road was very icy n sleek, traction control was on n my vehicle suv keeps jerking n not really moving n it was in the middle of crossing intersection. I turned it off n the vehicle moved along. What else can I do. It is dangerous especially crossing the intersection when the vehicle is not moving along as it should.
I have a RAV4 LE AWD Is the default position for traction control on? If you turn it off does it go back on automatically or do you turn it back on? Thank you very much.
Will this affect the performance of the vehicle if I have it ON even if there is no rain, or snow here in the Philippines? Will the brake pads be easily worn out if I have it ON all time except on climbing uphill or rocking on a mud?
Thank you today in Pennsylvania we had super heavy rain while I was driving home from work and I figured that's what traction control is for so I made sure it was on but this video just confirmed ! Lol thanks !
No it does not. The computer only turns on the traction control when the car needs it. Therefore, even if it on, its not really on. Just leave the button alone.
@@henokberhanu660 Check the condition of the car's spark plugs, check the condition of the car injectors, check the condition of the catalytic, check the condition of the gasoline pump, check the condition of the gasoline filter, clean the air intake, check and clean the condition of the air sensor, make sure that you put the appropriate machine oil because the wrong oil position affects fuel consumption , When driving at speeds of more than 50 kilometers per hour, close the car windows, make sure that your driving is sound, calm and not hurried, if your car is equipped with a fuel saving system, do it if it is not equipped with it, do not make the RPM pressure exceed 2, make sure that you Do not carry heavy loads on the car, make sure that the loads are carried in the trunk of the car
I'm sorry but I'm very confused, I have a 2019 Tacoma TRD 4X4; the great majority of my driving is on dry streets and hi-ways. I live in southern Arizona and it NEVER snows here and seldom ever rains, so what should my setting be for these conditions, ON or OFF???
Traction control still won't get you out of being stuck if your tires are worn down or not rated winter tires! I don't care if you have 4 wheel drive or 10 wheel drive, it's where the rubber meets the road that matters!
I live in Vegas here desert mostly freeway driven on my 07 jgc I have this button also but it’s always on I don’t even mess w it, so if I’m in snow mud etc and I’m stuck that’s when I turn it off and i slowly rock vehicle back and forth until I’m out of the jam?
No. It should be on for most normal driving. Turn it off to maintain power to your wheels under adverse conditions in sand, mud, snow and ice while going slow or stopped and/or going up hill. Turn it back on once you're moving again. Bottom line, keep it on 95% of the time.
Why would you ever turn it off. If you live in a area that can be wet or icy or snowy conditions you don't want to leave turning it on at the last minute. Always be safe when driving.
Ive driven rear wheel vehicles my whole life. I bought a jeep wrangler in 2017. I turn the traction control off anytime we get snow. Any amount of snow. I freakin hate it lol
I have 2006 grand Cherokee all wheel drive I turned tc off on a snowy road I went to make a right turn & almost went in the ditch turning I'm not touching that button again , jeep isn't good for donuts w full time 4 wheel drive
@@jerrygordon3136 before i knew much about it, i left it on. We got snow, im out drivin in 4wheel drive, im turning at a light and almost spun out a lil. I dunno if the damn thing hit the brakes or killed power to the wheels or combination of both, but thats NOT how it feels in my 98 rear wheel drive ranger lol. I exoect the wheels to spin a lil around that turn, and its fine, let them. Im fine, i dont need its "help" lol
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My toddler decided to push a lot of buttons in my car so now I’m trying to figure out why the TRAC off light was on. Thanks!
Does 2008 DTS have a turn off button? If so where is
Thank you
I'm sorry but I'm very confused, I have a 2019 Tacoma TRD 4X4; the great majority of my driving is on dry streets and hi-ways. I live in southern Arizona and it NEVER snows here and seldom ever rains, so what should my setting be for these conditions, ON or OFF???
@@xman870096 Same doubt here in a Hyunday Tucson 2017, i guess it must be on.
@@xman870096 normal driving condition is ON.
Traction control and vsc saved my life one day and my young son. It stays ON. I was not going to make the bend, in slushy snow and there was a lorry coming the other way. My Land Cruiser said “oh no you don’t!” Took control for what seemed like an eternity, but we stayed on the right side of the road and continued safely. Leave it switched ON, folks.
Hi everyone. I hope you liked the video. How would you use trac and trac off buttons? Thanks for watching! I do some content on this channel as well so please subscribe if you want to. Jeff
Thank you for this video! Trying to drive up a snowy hill tonight on my drive home and my car lost power, making me fearful of being rear ended. I found this video while trying to figure out what was wrong with my car. I will be turning this feature off first thing tomorrow when I have to drive on the snow again.
It is a hazard,
Living in Canada, just this past winter I was driving my 13 Camry through 1 foot of snow, with good Michelin snow tires and keeping the traction control OFF in snow, and ON in freezing rain and ice in the city. If you drive in winter with bald back tires the stability control is going to save you from doing a 360....its going to scare you but it will save you!
Thank you for posting. I have never touched that button on any vehicle I've had.
It’s always confusing if you don’t know. Glad we could help :)
@@FredAndersonToyota 3
This was helpful. I really want to turn off that dynamic collision control. When someone moves in to my lane directly in front of me on the freeway and we are all going the speed limit the Toyota system puts on the brakes and takes over the gas/electric and my RAV$ suddenly is making everyone behind me slam on their brakes.
Hi I own a 2022 Toyota Prado Kakadu here in Australia, I turn off traction control when beach driving in very soft sand, TRC off allows me to maintain momentum without the traction control kicking in, throttling back and applying brakes.
Ah ha... traction control = anti-donuts.
Seriously though, thank your for a video explaining features.
Please do more. Jeff sent me and now I’m subscribed. Right on!
Why would you want to do donuts though? Sounds dangerous to me.
@@kevinm5898 for research purposes
Mine is always off. I hate having it on. Its a nightmare if you accidentally pull out in traffic and have to give it a lot of throttle. Car bogs down and will not go. Scary seeing the other vehicles coming up on you so fast and you feeling so helpless because you can't go.
I turn both off every time I go off-roading in my tacoma, the truck handles amazing in the dirt!
That’s awesome!!
Thank you all the way from California 💙 didn’t understand what it meant on my 2016 Chrysler 200 limited… I literally slipped on highway 99 in Bakersfield California luckily I didn’t crash nor hit anyone very scary situation …Happened to me today it was very rainy we had puddles all over the highway and I was going 75 mph while the rest of the freeway was going 40 to 55
Hi from Bakersfield that HWY is a killer
Driving on soft beach sand the vehicle will often loose power as the traction control system applies the brakes to stop wheels spinning and the car is more likely to stop completely or get bogged, very noticeable on gradual accents. This feature of “traction control on” is more common with the small SUV’s that have limited power.
I've been told to turn the traction control to OFF when driving in the sand. Is that what you are saying here too?
@@vickileadbetter5574 Yes traction control off in sand for most vehicles I would say. Some vehicles may have a traction control setting mode that is optimised for sand driving but I’m not aware of any at this stage.
And ...tcs works in 4hi but is deactivated in 4lo. Then trac or a trac can be used or multi terrain select. Also in 4lo, engine output is NOT interfered with. This is a very important difference in situations where engine,output interference would cause problems like needing wheel spin or momentum in bad situations.
Wouldn’t you turn it off when using another system, like sway control on a travel trailer?
Got a 2wd 5th gen 4runner with the TRD wheels and ridge Grappler tires. Can go most places a 4wd runner can go with no issues.
In normal conditions, do you turn on or off my 2017 escape seems like its off til i press it off
I only use it in the winter in snow. Why would I want it on any other time during the year?
I have a 2013 Rav4, I kind of wondered why you would want to turn this button off for, thanks for the heads up
just once, JUST ONCE, could these videos tell us HOW to turn the traction control BACK ON which would get rid of the warning lights !!!!!
I can't see that button anywhere in my car. Its a Toyota Yaris 2017. Its currently off.... Anyone know where it is on this specific model?
👍🏻. My daughter asked me what's this button for.
Post still paying dividends.
Thanks
Did not understand how this worked. First time I drove our 2018 Explorer in slight snow it would not move. If you tried to give it gas it would go to idle. Called dealer and he said to get traction, cut traction control off. Ya, that makes sense. That is what I had to do to move. Our selector is in the screen and you must do 2 steps at least to get to it. As far as I am concerned it is a hazard and I am glad I do not need to drive in snow in this thing.
What driving conditions should traction control be turned on and off?
He sort of muddled up the simple answer. But hey! Turn it off when you want to do donuts, a sure ticket is any northern state if a cop sees you doing it.
@@JAMaxeRestoration lol a city cop in a patrol car was caught, videoed doing donuts in a parking lot.
How fast can someone go with traction control !? Can traction control be used at speeds of 50-69 and leave it on, or only when someone is stock in snow or mud?
So what about having it off unless you go out in a cold, snowy, and icy day? Or a muddy day
Can you turn ON the snow button and traction control at the same time?
I turn off traction control when I'm stopped at icy intersections. When trying to move from a stop the traction control will actually do the opposite. No matter what wheel is torqued on ice when starting from a stop, it will spin in place. I turn off traction control and miraculously the computer stops "helping" me and I can smoothly begin to move.
Traction control is good when you're already moving and lose an edge. It will help correct.
Thanks, That helped me more than the video did.
Put the pedal to the floor if your having trouble getting going at an icy intersection and the traction control is on. The computer will take care of the rest. You'll only have trouble if you start feathering the gas.
That why I have turn off traction button on sometimes wheel spin on the road while I stop 🛑 at red light then slightly put my foot on the acceleration wheel be acting like it slippery
Me too that shit be annoying asf I think il just leave that shit off.
Thank you. Very helpful. I thought I was listening to Jeff Goldblum for a minute.😁👍
Yes...I came here looking for this comment.
Great video thanks ! About to drive my new 2021 rav4 hybrid le in the snow for the first time tomorrow
Traction control. ONLY works if your car is in reverse with your high beams on in the fog
And be sure to put your flashers on when driving in the fog or heavy rain so that you can blind and irritate the crap out of all the drivers behind you as well.
Even when I take the VSC off on my RAV4 2023, the véhicule still try ton control thing… somebody have a solution? Please help
Our 2018 Explorer has the traction control on the screen where you punch and search. Did not know until I tried to get out of my drive in light snow and it would only idle. Had to call dealer. You must cut traction control off to get traction.(makes sense)??? Why we did not get a button I do not know. If you need to cut it off on the run, you are in trouble.
Preston… please make your own TH-cam channel where you explain every single thing in the universe.
When we purchased our highlander the salesman spent a lot of time talking about the stereo system, nothing about the traction button.
I see the off button...but how do I turn it back on??
Hit the bottom again!
So I only need TC when it’s either Raining, snowing or when there’s mud ?
if your really in deep snow or mud and trying to get out you turn them off = constant power to all 4 wheels with no braking assist
An entertaining and informative video. Thank you for sharing it.
Glad you liked it!!
I turn it off once in a while on slippery roads just to show myself how much I need it.
I have fortuner 2016 model. I do have diff lock button but no have traction control button.
How can i turn it off while driving in dunes.
Thanks for this video. You mind showing us how to plug our 4Runner to keep it warm in winter?
I don't have one - I took the button out. 07 Buick
When I press mine, I keep having that notification come on even if I dismiss it (press the back or return button) and then after certain speed it goes away, I come to a stop again, press it and it tells me it is off again. SO the traction control seems to be turned on after certain speed. is that the way it should work? also the yellow icon never comes on to let me know the traction control is off. Anyone help!? got Toyota mechanics telling me is good but I don' remember the function operating in such way.
Never thought to turn it off going up a snowy slippery hill. Wheels spinned until there was no power to the wheels. Now i got snow tires and have had no problems. Probably wont need to turn it off now unless i get stuck in deep snow.
Watching this video left me more confused than before I watched it. When exactly should I turn on TRAC climbing up a steep hill on a rainy day and when should I turn it off?
@@tatertots2395 Hahaha! That is what I thought too.
I have a Ford Explorer and my dealership Sales Rep told me not to turn it off
How to turn off the traction control for Toyota Hilux
Road was very icy n sleek, traction control was on n my vehicle suv keeps jerking n not really moving n it was in the middle of crossing intersection. I turned it off n the vehicle moved along. What else can I do. It is dangerous especially crossing the intersection when the vehicle is not moving along as it should.
I have a RAV4 LE AWD Is the default position for traction control on? If you turn it off does it go back on automatically or do you turn it back on? Thank you very much.
It always auto on. Unless u off it.
But Once you start engine it on again.
Will this affect the performance of the vehicle if I have it ON even if there is no rain, or snow here in the Philippines? Will the brake pads be easily worn out if I have it ON all time except on climbing uphill or rocking on a mud?
Thank you today in Pennsylvania we had super heavy rain while I was driving home from work and I figured that's what traction control is for so I made sure it was on but this video just confirmed ! Lol thanks !
That’s so awesome!!
Does turning off the system help improve fuel consumption?
I noticed when the system was turned off and the car was light in driving?
I need answers on that bro
No it does not. The computer only turns on the traction control when the car needs it. Therefore, even if it on, its not really on. Just leave the button alone.
@@nickv4073 thanks bro i got 1 problem too it finishes a lot of fuel too and i don't know what the problem is
@@nickv4073 I appreciate the answer 🙏🏻
@@henokberhanu660 Check the condition of the car's spark plugs, check the condition of the car injectors, check the condition of the catalytic, check the condition of the gasoline pump, check the condition of the gasoline filter, clean the air intake, check and clean the condition of the air sensor, make sure that you put the appropriate machine oil because the wrong oil position affects fuel consumption , When driving at speeds of more than 50 kilometers per hour, close the car windows, make sure that your driving is sound, calm and not hurried, if your car is equipped with a fuel saving system, do it if it is not equipped with it, do not make the RPM pressure exceed 2, make sure that you Do not carry heavy loads on the car, make sure that the loads are carried in the trunk of the car
Wouldn't you leave it ON to get up a hill providing the car isn't stuck?
When you want to have fun.
I think we know where to find the traction control guy.
Have a 2009 cts Cadillac how do I turn it off. Please help
I'm sorry but I'm very confused, I have a 2019 Tacoma TRD 4X4; the great majority of my driving is on dry streets and hi-ways. I live in southern Arizona and it NEVER snows here and seldom ever rains, so what should my setting be for these conditions, ON or OFF???
ON, the default setting, is best for the situation you described.
So how do I turn it back on if u hit that button by accident???
You can just push it again
Thank you. This video really helped
traction control, in L mode gear is BEST in honda civic. absolutely great
m sure youve done that before. i picked up on the innuendo lol
How do we turn it back on though?
But how to turn it back on
I have been driving since 1972, I think I can make it the rest of the way on my own that you.
Totally sure you can! Thanks for watching
Where is it on Rav 4?
Where do I go for ford? All I can find is this guy with yota's
Preston you’re the man 💯
Traction control still won't get you out of being stuck if your tires are worn down or not rated winter tires! I don't care if you have 4 wheel drive or 10 wheel drive, it's where the rubber meets the road that matters!
Thanks D. G. People just don't get this. All season tires are not snow tires.
Tengo una toyota tacoma 2019 pero quiero saber que función tiene la sd card en el radio y si la sacó que pasa
Preston, you need your own TH-cam channel.
Thanks for giving Preston a huge shoutout!
Sound like a fake locking differential, yeah?
It was on my 1993 Cadillac yeah important safety equipment so Toyota is 30yrs behind
Short sweet and to the point 👌
Great video! Very informative. Thanks Preston!
Thanks glad you liked it!
Is the Traction Control can leave it on all the time it doesnt affect the car
I turn traction off as soon as I get into the car. while putting it in sport s+ every day. only way to drive.
Traction control and high beams work best 👍
I leave it off.it does the opposite of everything I was ever taught about steering during a skid.i hate it
How do you disable brakes and lock the steering wheel? 😆
Thank you.
Why isn't Fred doing this tutorial?
Does the 2006 Avalon has that button?
I live in Vegas here desert mostly freeway driven on my 07 jgc I have this button also but it’s always on I don’t even mess w it, so if I’m in snow mud etc and I’m stuck that’s when I turn it off and i slowly rock vehicle back and forth until I’m out of the jam?
Yes that’s exactly right!
You can use it to rock your vehicle back and forth
Had no idea what he was talking about. I have traction control and now I am totally confused. I will continue not to touch it!!!
🤣😅
Just bought 21’ 4Runner and I also live in NC- yeah no snow! Lol.
So should I always keep the traction control off in normal city driving?
No. It should be on for most normal driving. Turn it off to maintain power to your wheels under adverse conditions in sand, mud, snow and ice while going slow or stopped and/or going up hill. Turn it back on once you're moving again. Bottom line, keep it on 95% of the time.
@@oldmillrd8153 Very easy to understand. Thanks!
thanks for posting
Glad you enjoyed it!
red light stop sign to hall butt or dirt road donuts
Why would you ever turn it off. If you live in a area that can be wet or icy or snowy conditions you don't want to leave turning it on at the last minute. Always be safe when driving.
Have a 2010 Tacoma but Traction control can't come off
on dry roads i turn it off for better gas milage
How to switch them on again??
Hi there! Just push the same button to turn it back on. Thanks for watching and subscribing!
How to turn on vsc again
Good idea for a video but i found it unclear. Needs a bit more clarity and emphasis on the whens and whys.
Your intent is great--your delivery not so much---don't lapse into mumbling and allowing your voice to fade.
So are you trying to persuade me to do something dangerous, like doing doughnuts in a parking lot?
We can only encourage you to drive safely :) oh and “kids don’t try this at home” :)
I don’t even know if this bs is off or on. It doesn’t say anything on the dash board
I couldn't get into my garage till I used that button.
You probably don’t know that traction control turns on automatically at a certain speed say 20 mph even if you turned it off!
Ive driven rear wheel vehicles my whole life. I bought a jeep wrangler in 2017. I turn the traction control off anytime we get snow. Any amount of snow. I freakin hate it lol
I have 2006 grand Cherokee all wheel drive I turned tc off on a snowy road I went to make a right turn & almost went in the ditch turning I'm not touching that button again , jeep isn't good for donuts w full time 4 wheel drive
@@jerrygordon3136 before i knew much about it, i left it on. We got snow, im out drivin in 4wheel drive, im turning at a light and almost spun out a lil. I dunno if the damn thing hit the brakes or killed power to the wheels or combination of both, but thats NOT how it feels in my 98 rear wheel drive ranger lol. I exoect the wheels to spin a lil around that turn, and its fine, let them. Im fine, i dont need its "help" lol
Don't turn Trac control off unless you're stuck. I keep it on
@@jerrygordon3136 only time i would leave it on, is on the freeway. Otherwise, its goin off
@@Papi4l2 you're choice I'm not turning it off again unless I get stuck.
Boy, my bad. Did not remember commenting before!! Sorry channel master!
on my Saturn that button that button seems useless. No difference on or off.