Brake booster
The brake booster uses engine manifold vacuum to assist braking force. Do not turn off the engine while driving because that will turn off the brake booster, resulting in poor braking power.
The brakes will continue to work even when the brake booster completely stops functioning. If this happens, however, you will have to depress the pedal much harder than normal and the braking distance will increase.
See also:
Electronic parking brake system warning
The brake system warning light flashes when the electronic parking
brake system is malfunctioning. If the warning light flashes, promptly park in a
safe location as soon as possible and contact yo ...
Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light/Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator
light
The light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position
and turns off several seconds after the engine has started. This lighting pattern
indicates that the Vehicle Dynamic ...
If no steam is coming from the engine compartment
NOTE
For details about how to check the coolant level or how to add coolant, refer to “Engine coolant”
1. Keep the engine running at idling speed.
2. Open the hood to ventilate the engine compartme ...