Page 9 of 2008 Lexus GX by Lexus U.S.A.

2008 lexus gx safety continued the gx employs vehicle stability control vsc which senses and helps correct a loss of traction in turns this perceptive technology uses sensors to monitor factors such as wheel speed steering-wheel angle and your rate of travel in order to detect a skid should a loss of traction be detected vsc instantly determines which action s needed whether it be the application of brakes to individual wheels or a reduction of throttle and then automatically implements that action active traction control a-trac directs power to those wheels with the best traction to help control wheelspin on surfaces like mud sand and ice should you require hard braking on a slippery surface an anti-lock braking system abs brake assist and electronic brakeforce distribution ebd can be counted on to help you maintain control 14 15 see page 16 for more information 9

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