Does Traction Control Work in Reverse?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Technical Discussion' started by Jonny Zero, Nov 21, 2012.

  1. Jonny Zero

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    Just curious if I have to back up an icy driveway.
     
    #1 Jonny Zero, Nov 21, 2012
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    I've never seen it light up in reverse? Then again I'm a newbie and still haven't driven in reverse on ice very much...
     
    #2 PriusCamper, Nov 21, 2012
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    Works in any mode to protect the HSD. Not sure about stability control though.
     
    #3 David Beale, Nov 22, 2012
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    Good to know. I will try not to do donuts in reverse. LOL
     
    #4 Jonny Zero, Nov 22, 2012
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