Get Other Equipment Guide for Toyota Aurion 4 Door First Generation (2006-2012)

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OTHER EQUIPMENT

Toyota parking assist-sensor . . . . . . 168

Front corner sensors . . . . . . . . . . . 169

Rear corner sensors . . . . . . . . . . . 170

Back sensors (vehicles without

rear monitor system) . . . . . . . . . . . 170

Numerous obstacles are detected

on the front and rear of the vehicle

simultaneously . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171

Detection range of sensors . . . . . 172

Toyota parking assist-sensor

failure warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173

Rear view monitor system (vehicles

with navigation system) . . . . . . . . . . 174

Rear electric sun shade . . . . . . . . . . 177

Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178

Overspeed warning display . . . . . . . 178

Cigarette lighter and ashtray . . . . . . 179

Power outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180

Glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180

Auxiliary boxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181

Rear console box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182

Cup holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183

Grocery bag hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

Floor mat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184

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Toyota parking assist-sensor

The Toyota parking assist-sensor is a

warning system to aid parking the vehicle

at low speed (e.g. into a garage). It uses

an ultrasonic sensor, which checks the ap-

proximate distance to an obstacle. It will

inform you of the approximate distance to

an obstacle by displaying information on

the multi-information display and with

beeping sounds.

1. Front corner sensors

A front corner sensor is installed on each

corner of the front bumper, they inspect ob-

stacles and will sound a warning depending

on the distance to the obstacle. See “Front

corner sensors” on page 169 in this Section.

INDICATORS

2. Rear corner sensors

When an obstacle is detected, the indica-

tor bars will come on or flash, accompa-

nied by beeping. How many bars are lit or

flashing depends on the distance to the

obstacle.

A rear corner sensor is installed on each

corner of the rear bumper, they inspect ob-

stacles and will sound a warning depending

on the distance to the obstacle. See “Rear

corner sensors” on page 170 in this Section.

1. Detection by front corner sensors

2. Detection by rear corner sensors

3. Detection by back sensors

3. Back sensors (vehicles without rear

monitor system)

Two back sensors are installed near the

centre of the rear bumper, they inspect ob-

stacles and will sound a warning depending

on the distance to the obstacle. See “Back

sensors” on page 170 in this Section.

The approximate distance to the obstacle is

shown with up to 4 bars on the rear of the

vehicle and up to 3 bars on the front corners

and the rear corners of the vehicle.

When the obstacle is not detected any longer,

beeping will stop and the multi-information

display will return to the previous display.

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—Front corner sensors

PARKING ASSIST-SENSOR SWITCH

To use the parking assist-sensor, press

the parking assist-sensor switch with the

ignition switch set to ON. Pressing the

switch again will turn the parking assist-

sensor off.

When you turn the parking assist-sensor on,

the indicator light on the switch comes on and

a beep sounds for one second, indicating that

the parking assist-sensor is turned on.

If an error is detected in the Toyota parking

assist-sensor while self-checking, beeps

sound and a warning appears in the multi-in-

formation display. For details, see “Toyota

parking assist-sensor failure warning” on

page 173 in this Section.

The front corner sensors only operate

when the vehicle speed is less than about

10 km/h. It checks the approximate dis-

tance to obstacles at an angle to the front

of the vehicle, and sounds a warning de-

pending on the distance. This sensor does

not operate if the transmission is in “P”

position.

CAUTION

To avoid an accident or injury, make

sure you consider the following in-

formation when using the parking as-

sist-sensor:

The indicator bars come on depending on the

distance to the obstacle and flash when the

distance between the vehicle and the ob-

stacle is less than about 25 cm (0.8 ft.).

D Always drive slowly using the brakes

while visually confirming that you

have a safe distance around your ve-

hicle.

1. Approximately 37.5 cm (1.1 ft.) to 50 cm

(1.5 ft.) from the obstacle

D Always visually confirm safety which

is outside the sensor detection range

because the sensor detection range is

limited around the bumper. For the

sensor detection range, see “Detec-

tion range of sensors” on page 172 in

this Section.

2. Approximately 25 cm (0.8 ft.) to 37.5 cm

(1.1 ft.) from the obstacle

3. Within 25 cm (0.8 ft.) of the obstacle

Beeps: As the distance to the obstacle gets

closer, the interval of the intermittent sound

gets shorter, and then finally changes to a

continuous sound when the distance between

the vehicle and the obstacle is less than

about 25 cm (0.8 ft.).

D Drive slowly and monitor the parking

assist-sensor because it might take

time for the sensors to detect ob-

stacles.

CAUTION

D Indicators and beeps may not warn

you properly and the detection range

may be shortened depending on the

shape of the obstacle.

When you move your vehicle, be sure to

visually confirm the area around your

vehicle and drive slowly, or an accident

or injury may result.

D It might be difficult to hear beeps due

to the volume of audio or air flow

noise of the air conditioning.

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—Back sensors

(vehicles without rear monitor

system)

—Rear corner sensors

The rear corner sensors only operate

when the transmission is in “R”, it checks

the approximate distance to obstacles at

an angle to the rear of the vehicle, and

sounds a warning depending on the dis-

tance.

The back sensors only operate when the

transmission is in “R”, it checks the ap-

proximate distance to obstacles close to

the rear of the vehicle, and sounds a warn-

ing depending on the distance.

The indicator bars come on depending on the

distance to the obstacle and flash when the

distance between the vehicle and the ob-

stacle is than about 35 cm (1.1 ft.).

The indicator bars come on depending on the

distance to the obstacle and flash when the

distance between the vehicle and the ob-

stacle is less than about 25 cm (0.8 ft.).

1. Approximately 60 cm (2.0 ft.) to 150 cm

(4.5 ft.) from the obstacle

1. Approximately 37.5 cm (1.1 ft.) to 50 cm

(1.5 ft.) from the obstacle

2. Approximately 45 cm (1.4 ft.) to 60 cm

(2.0 ft.) from the obstacle

2. Approximately 25 cm (0.8 ft.) to 37.5 cm

(1.1 ft.) from the obstacle

3. Approximately 35 cm (1.1 ft.) to 45 cm

(1.4 ft.) from the obstacle

3. Within 25 cm (0.8 ft.) of the obstacle

Beeps: As distance to the obstacle gets

closer, the interval of the intermittent sound

gets shorter, and then finally changes to a

continuous sound when the distance between

the vehicle and the obstacle is less than

about 25 cm (0.8 ft.).

4. Within 35 cm (1.1 ft.) of the obstacle

Beeps: As the distance to the obstacle gets

closer, the interval of the intermittent sound

gets shorter, and then finally changes to a

continuous sound when the distance between

the vehicle and the obstacle is less than

about 35 cm (1.1 ft.).

CAUTION

To avoid an accident or injury, when re-

versing make sure to visually confirm a

safe distance around your vehicle.

To avoid an accident or injury, when re-

versing make sure to visually confirm a

safe distance around your vehicle.

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—Numerous obstacles are

detected on the front and rear

of the vehicle simultaneously

If the possibility of collision with the ob-

stacle is high as shown, the parking as-

sist-sensor warns the driver by continu-

ous beeping (repeating

7

intermittent

beeps and one longer beep as one cycle).

3. Both obstacles detected on the front

and rear of the vehicle are in areas

where continuous beeping should

sound:

If the possibility of collision with the ob-

stacles is very high as shown, the parking

assist-sensor warns the driver by continu-

ous beeping (repeating 3 quick beeps and

one longer beep as one cycle).

CAUTION

D To avoid an accident or injury, always

drive slowly using the brakes while vi-

sually confirming that you have a safe

area around your vehicle.

D It might be difficult to hear the beeps

due to the volume of audio or air flow

noise of the air conditioning.

When obstacles are detected on the front

and rear of the vehicle at the same time;

the multi-information display illuminates

their relevant indicator bars. And sounds

a beep as follows:

1. Obstacles detected on the front and

rear of the vehicle are not in areas

where continuous beeping should

sound:

The warning for the obstacle closer to the

vehicle will be issued. The above illustra-

tion indicates the obstacle detected by the

back sensors is closer to the vehicle. So,

the warning for the obstacle detected by

the back sensors will be given.

2. The obstacle detected on the front or

rear of the vehicle is in an area where

continuous beeping should sound:

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—Detection range of sensors

CAUTION

The Toyota parking assist-sensor may not

work properly in the following cases:

D When the bumper is damaged.

D When the part near the sensors is sub-

jected to a strong impact.

D When an accessory is installed within

the sensor detection range.

D When snow or mud gets on the sen-

sors. (If removed, the parking assist-

sensor will work properly.)

D When water is splashed from a high

pressure car wash or steam on the

sensors.

D When a sensor is covered with your

hand.

D When the vehicle is tilted.

D In extreme hot or cold weather

(In extreme cold weather, the error

display appears and the parking as-

sist-sensor becomes inoperative.)

D When driving on bumpy roads,

slopes, gravelled roads or grass.

D Devices issuing ultrasonic waves are

operated around your vehicle, such as

a horn from another vehicle, motor-

cycle engine, air braking sound from

heavy-duty vehicles.

The sensor detection range is limited

around the bumper. Be sure to confirm a

safe distance around your vehicle and

drive slowly.

D When another vehicle equipped with

ultrasonic sensors gets close to your

vehicle.

A (front and rear corner sensors): About 50

cm (1.5 ft.)

B (back sensors): About 150 cm (4.5 ft.)

∗

D When heavy rain or water is splashed

over the vehicle. (Drive carefully as

the braking distance may be affected.)

: The maximum detection distance of the

sensor varies depending on the size of the

obstacle. The sensor can detect a large ob-

stacle, such as a wall, up to 150 cm (4.5 ft.)

away. However, the detection distance of a

thin obstacle, such as a pole, is only 100 cm

(3.0 ft.).

D When a radio antenna or fender pole

is mounted on your vehicle.

D If a towing eyelet is installed on your

vehicle.

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—Toyota parking assist-sensor

failure warning

If an error is detected when the parking

assist-sensor is turned on, the vehicle

symbol comes on or flashes with beeping

sounds.

D When you are driving towards a tall

or right angle curb stone.

D The detection range for an object such

as a traffic sign may be shortened.

However, the sensors functioning properly

continue their obstacle detection.

D An object just under the bumper cannot

be detected. Although an object lower

than the location of sensors is once de-

tected, the detection might be stopped

when your vehicle gets closer to the ob-

ject.

The parking assist-sensor failure warning

display is not given in either of the following

operations:

D Changing to another screen

D Turning off the main switch for the Toyota

D When an obstacle is very close to the

sensors.

parking assist-sensor

CAUTION

The Toyota parking assist-sensor may

not detect the following:

D Thin objects such as wire or rope

D Sound wave absorbing objects such

as cotton or snow

D Objects with a sharp edge

D Tall objects with the upper part pro-

jected

D Shorter objects

(a) When snow or mud gets on the

sensors

If foreign matter gets on the sensors and

the parking assist-sensor cannot detect

the object properly, the above message

appears. At this time, the vehicle symbol

and the indicator bars corresponding to

the faulty sensors flash for about 7 sec-

onds and 2 beeps sound 5 times.

After about 7 seconds, the sensor indica-

tor bars will cease flashing, however will

stay lit until the affected sensor is

cleaned. Furthermore, the vehicle symbol

will continue to flash until the affected

sensor is cleaned.

The above illustration shows the sensor on

the left front of the vehicle malfunctioning.

If the failure warning does not go off even

after the foreign matter is removed, the park-

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Rear view monitor system

(vehicles with navigation

system)

ing assist-sensor may be malfunctioning.

Have it checked by your Toyota dealer.

The rear view monitor system assists the

driver by displaying an image of the view

behind the vehicle while reversing.

The image is reversed on the screen, al-

lowing for a view similar to that of a rear-

view mirror.

To display the rear view image on the

screen, place the selector lever in the “R”

position when the ignition switch is set to

ON.

If you move the selector lever out of the “R”

position, the display returns to the previous

screen. Operating another function of the

navigation system will display another

screen.

The rear view monitor system is a supple-

mental device intended to assist in reversing

the vehicle safely. When reversing, be sure

to check behind and all around the vehicle

visually.

(b) When the sensor is malfunctioning

If the sensor cable is broken and the park-

ing assist-sensor cannot detect the object

properly, the above message appears. At

this time, the indicator bars correspond-

ing to the faulty sensor flash for about 7

seconds and 2 beeps sound 5 times.

CAUTION

The indicator bars continue lighting after

flashing.

D To avoid an accident, always conduct

a visual check behind and all around

your vehicle and use the mirrors be-

fore and when reversing in addition to

using the rear monitor system.

The above illustration shows the sensor on

the right rear of the vehicle malfunctioning.

If this message appears, have the parking as-

sist-sensor checked by your Toyota dealer.

This is because the system is

a

device to supplement, not replace,

other measures to assist with safe

reversing.

NOTICE

Contact your Toyota dealer to check

your parking assist-sensor system in

the following cases which indicate the

system is malfunctioning:

D To avoid an accident, never reverse

while looking only at the rear view mo-

nitor screen. This is because the

image on the screen is different from

actual conditions and depicted dis-

tances between objects and flat sur-

faces differ from actual distances.

D The message CHECK SONAR appears

as shown above.

D The indicator in the instrument

cluster does not come on and a beep

does not sound even when the parking

assist-sensor main switch is turned

on.

D The warning comes on despite no ob-

stacle around the vehicle.

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D Never use the rear view monitor sys-

tem in the following circumstances

because the system will not operate

normally:

D When the boot lid is not completely

closed.

D If the back of the vehicle is hit. Al-

ways contact your Toyota dealer to

have the system checked because

the position and mounting angle of

the camera may have changed.

D Never rely on the rear view monitor

system without visual checks and

using the mirrors in the following cir-

cumstances because the system may

not operate normally:

D If the vehicle temperature changes

rapidly, such as when hot water is

poured on the vehicle in cold

weather.

D When the outside temperature is

low, as the displayed images may

become faint or dark and moving

images will be distorted or not en-

tirely visible.

D If the camera lens becomes dirty, as

the screen will not show a clear

image. If the lens is slightly dirty

from water, snow or mud, rinse it

with water and wipe with a clean

soft cloth. If the lens is extremely

dirty, wash it with a mild cleanser

and rinse.

AREA DISPLAYED ON SCREEN

Image is displayed approximately level on

screen.

D The area detected by the camera is

limited. The camera does not detect

objects which are close to either

corner of the bumper or under the

bumper.

When replacing the tyres, please consult

your Toyota dealer. If you replace the

tyres, the area displayed on the screen

may change.

D The area displayed on the screen

may vary according to vehicle

orientation or road conditions.

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REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM CAMERA

If a bright light (for example, sunlight re-

flected off the vehicle body) is picked up by

the camera, the smear effect peculiar to the

The rear view monitor system camera is lo-

cated on the boot lid as shown in the illustra-

tion. The camera uses a special lens.

∗

camera may occur.

∗

: Smear effect—A phenomenon that occurs

NOTICE

when a bright light (for example, sunlight re-

flected off the vehicle body) is picked up by

the camera; when transmitted by the camera,

the light source appears to have a vertical

streak above and below it.

The distance of the image that appears on

the screen differs from the actual dis-

tance.

CAUTION

Never rely on the rear view monitor sys-

tem without visual checks and using the

mirrors in the following circumstances

because the images on the screen may

be unclear and difficult to see.

D In the dark, such as at night.

D When the temperature near the lens

is high or low.

D When water droplets adhere to the

camera, such as when it rains or when

humidity is high.

D When foreign matter, such as snow or

mud adheres to the camera.

D When the sun or the beam of headlights

shines directly into the camera lens.

D When the camera has scratches or dirt

on it.

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Rear electric sun shade

NOTICE

D To prevent the battery from running

down, always operate the shade while

the engine is running.

D Observe the following, otherwise

damage and/or failure may result:

D Do not overload the shade motor

and other parts.

D Do not place anything where they

may hinder the lowering/raising of

the shade.

D Do not place things on the shade.

To raise the rear sun shade, press the

switch shown in the illustration. To lower

the shade, press the switch again.

D Clean the shade groove if there is

any foreign matter or dust, etc. on

it.

The ignition switch must be set to ON.

D Do not operate the rear electric sun

shade repeatedly for a long time, or

the motor may overheat.

When the transmission selector lever is

shifted to the “R” position while the shade is

raised, the shade will automatically lower.

CAUTION

D Do not touch the brackets fastening

the shade to avoid injuring your

fingers on the screws etc.

D Do not put your fingers in the shade

groove while the shade is operating

to avoid getting them caught or in-

jured by the runner.

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Clock

Overspeed warning display

The clock is displayed when the ignition is

set to ACC or ON.

To set the clock:

Before setting the clock, the overspeed warn-

ing display must be turned off. Press the

MODE button once or twice to turn off the

overspeed warning display.

1. Press and hold the MODE button for 1

second. The hour digit will flash.

2. Press “” or “” to select the hour digit.

3. Press MODE button to set the selected

hour digit. The minute digit will flash.

4. Press “” or “” to select the minute

digit.

The overspeed warning function sounds

an alarm and flashes the display if vehicle

speed exceeds the preset vehicle speed.

5. Press MODE button to set the selected

minute digit.

If the electrical power source has been dis-

connected from the clock, the time display

will automatically be set to 1:00 (one o’clock).

The warning display changes as follows each

time the MODE button is pressed:

1. Preset mode

When the instrument panel lights are turned

on, the brightness of the time indicator will

be reduced.

2. Manual setting mode

3. Display off (warning function off)

SETTING THE VEHICLE SPEED

The ignition switch must be set to ON.

In the preset mode

1. Press “” or “” and select “P1”, “P2”

or “P3”.

2. Press and hold the MODE button for 1

second.

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Cigarette lighter and ashtray

3. Press “” or “” to adjust to the desired

vehicle speed.

4. Press MODE button to set.

In the manual setting mode

1. Press “” or “” to adjust to the desired

vehicle speed.

2. Press “” and “” simultaneously to set.

The setting speed can be adjusted at 5 km/h

intervals, between 40 to 130 km/h.

“---- km/h” appears when the speed above 130

km/h is selected, and the warning function

is disabled.

CIGARETTE LIGHTER

Activating the warning function

To use the cigarette lighter, push on the

lid to open it. Then press the cigarette

lighter in. After it finishes heating up, it

automatically pops out ready for use.

If vehicle speed rises above the preset vehi-

cle speed, the buzzer will sound and the

warning display will flash for 5 seconds. After

that, if the vehicle speed is still above the

preset vehicle speed, the warning display will

keep flashing and a remainder beep will be

given every 30 seconds.

If the engine is not running, the ignition switch

must be set to ACC to use the lighter.

Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in.

When vehicle speed drops 3 km/h below the

preset speed, the warning function is auto-

matically cancelled.

Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or

equivalent for replacement.

ASHTRAY

If the MODE button is pressed while warning

is activated, current warning is temporarily

cancelled. When vehicle speed drops 3 km/h

below the preset speed and then rises above

the preset speed, the warning function will

activate again.

To use the ashtray, push on the lid.

When finished with your cigarette, thoroughly

extinguish it in the ashtray to prevent other

cigarette butts from catching fire. After using

the ashtray, close the lid completely.

To remove the ashtray, press down on the

lock spring plate and pull out.

If the electrical power source has been dis-

connected, the overspeed warning display

turns off and the preset vehicle speed is set

to “---- km/h”.

CAUTION

To reduce the chance of injury in case

of an accident or sudden stop while driv-

ing, always completely close the ashtray

after use.

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Power outlet

Glove box

Vehicles

switch

with

standard-type

ignition

The power outlet is designed for power

supply for car accessories.

The ignition switch must be set to ACC or ON

for the power outlet to be used.

NOTICE

D To prevent the fuse from being blown,

do not use accessories with a power

rating of more than 12V/120W.

D To prevent the battery from being dis-

charged, do not use the power outlets

longer than necessary when the en-

gine is not running.

D Close the power outlet lid when the

power outlet is not in use. Inserting

anything other than an appropriate

plug that fits the outlet, or allowing

any liquid to get into the outlet may

cause electrical failure or short cir-

cuits.

Vehicles with smart entry and start sys-

tem

To use the glove box:

Open by pulling the lever.

Lock by inserting the master key (vehi-

cles with standard-type ignition switch) or

mechanical key (vehicles with smart entry

and start system), and turning it clock-

wise.

Unlock by inserting the master key (vehicles

with standard-type ignition switch) or me-

chanical key (vehicles with smart entry and

start system), and turning it counterclock-

wise.

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Auxiliary boxes

Overhead console

Centre console

With the instrument panel lights on, the glove

box light will come on when the glove box is

open.

CAUTION

To reduce the chance of injury in case

of an accident or a sudden stop, always

keep the glove box door closed while

driving.

To use the boxes, open them as shown

above.

CAUTION

To reduce the chance of injury in case of

an accident or a sudden stop, always keep

the auxiliary boxes closed while driving.

NOTICE

Overhead console box—During hot

weather, the interior of the vehicle be-

comes very hot. Do not leave anything

flammable or deformable such as

a

lighter, glasses, etc. inside.

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Rear console box

CONSOLE BOX

To access the rear console box, pull up the

lock release lever on the left while raising

the rear console box lid.

CAUTION

To reduce the chance of injury in case

of an accident or a sudden stop, always

keep the console box closed while driv-

ing.

UPPER TRAY

To access the upper tray, pull up the lock

release lever on the right and raise the

console box lid.

It is possible to use the rear console box

lid as an armrest by moving it. To move

it, grasp the front of the lid and pull for-

ward as shown in the illustration.

When using the console box, return the lid

to its original position.

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Cup holders

Front cup holder—The adapter for the front

cup holder is detachable. Replace it in its

original position when using the front cup

holder. Otherwise drinking containers will not

be held securely.

CAUTION

D Do not place anything else other than

cups or drink cans in the cup holder,

as such items may be thrown about

in the compartment and possibly in-

jure people in the vehicle during

sudden braking or in an accident.

Front

D To reduce the chance of injury in case

of an accident or sudden stop while

driving, keep the cup holder closed

when it is not in use.

Rear (type A)

Rear (type B)

The cup holder is designed for holding

cups or drink cans securely. To use them,

open it as shown the illustration.

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Grocery bag hooks

Floor mat

These hooks are designed to hang items

such as grocery bags.

Use a floor mat of the correct size.

If the vehicle carpet and floor mat have 2

holes, then they are designed for use with

locking clips. Attach the floor mat to the vehi-

cle carpet using the clips. Lock the clips into

the holes in the vehicle carpet.

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the hooks, avoid

hanging heavy loads on it.

CAUTION

Make sure the floor mat is properly

placed on the vehicle carpet. If the floor

mat slips and interferes with the move-

ment of the pedals during driving, it may

cause an accident resulting in serious

injury or death.

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