clicking noise while spinning on ice

[Cubfan]

My driveway is a sheet of ice right now. When pulling back into the driveway, in 2hi, my tires were spinning and I got this really loud clicking. Sounded a bit more like a grind though.

Is this the traction control or something?

I've spun my wheels on other Tacomas and 4Runners but have never heard this before.

Any thoughts? Thanks.

 

[KellyJ]

Yes that would be TRAC kicking in most likely; did you notice the power being cut to the wheels? Or a blinkin light on the dash? What year is your 4R?

 

[Cubfan]

Thanks. No, I did not notice either power being cut or lights on the dash - but that's not to say they didn't happen. Just didn't notice. I had 2 screaming kids in the back seat.

It's an '02 SR5

 

[KellyJ]

Yeah I think you should be fine. TRAC is engaged even when your 4Runner is in 2wd and 4wd, and its only switched off when you lock the center diff, which I think the SR5 has? I know all the Limiteds like mine have them.

 

[p nut]

Yes, that's your traction system kicking in. You will see a little orange symbol in the upper left corner of your dash.