WHEN DRIVING for Your Toyota Aurion 4 Door Second Generation (2013-2017)

WHEN DRIVING  
Driving proceduresꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ 69  
IGNITION SWITCH  
(STANDARD TYPE IGNITION SWITCH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69  
IGNITION SWITCH  
(SMART ENTRY AND START SYSTEM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70  
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71  
STARTING THE ENGINE  
(STANDARD TYPE IGNITION SWITCH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71  
STARTING THE ENGINE  
(SMART ENTRY AND START SYSTEM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72  
DRIVING AND PARKING USING SMART ENTRY  
AND START SYSTEM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75  
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION  
(WITHOUT PADDLE SHIFT SWITHES) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76  
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION  
(WITH PADDLE SHIFT SWITCHES) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79  
TURN SIGNAL LEVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82  
PARKING BRAKE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83  
HORN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83  
Instrument cluter ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ 84  
GAUGES ND METERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84  
INDICATORS AND WARNING LIGHTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88  
MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93  
Operating the lights and wipers ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ 108  
HEADLIGHT SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108  
AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110  
ADAPTIVE FRONT-LIGHTING SYSTEM (AFS) . . . . . . . . . . .114  
FRONT FOG LIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115  
WINDSCREEN WIPERS AND WASHERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115  
HEADLIGHT CLEANER SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119  
Using other driving systems ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ 120  
CRUISE CONTROL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120  
REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122  
TOYOTA PARKING ASSIST-SENSOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127  
BLIND SPOT MONITOR (BSM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131  
DRIVING ASSIST SYSTEMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135  
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WHEN DRIVING (CONT)  
Driving Information ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ 138  
RUNNING-IN PERIOD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138  
PRE-TRIP SAFETY CHECK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138  
ECO FRIENDLY DRIVING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138  
INFORMATION WHEN DRIVING IN VARIOUS  
CONDITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139  
WINTER DRIVING TIPS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144  
INSTALLING SNOW TYRES AND CHAINS . . . . . . . . . . . . .145  
TRAILER TOWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146  
CARGO AND LUGGAGE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .151  
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Driving procedures  
Driving procedures  
IGNITION SWITCH (STANDARD TYPE IGNITION SWITCH)  
The ignition switch has four positions.  
1. LOCK – Engine is off and the steering  
wheel is locked. The key can be  
removed only at this position.  
2. ACC – Accessories such as the radio  
operate, but the engine is off.  
3. ON – Engine on and all accessories  
on. This is the normal driving position.  
4. START – Starter motor on. The key  
will return to the ON position when  
released.  
For starting tips, refer to “Starting the  
engine (standard type ignition switch)” on  
page 71.  
You must push the key in to turn the key  
from ACC to the LOCK position.  
The shift lever must be in the P position  
before pushing the key.  
Once you remove the key, the engine  
immobiliser system is automatically set.  
Refer to “Engine immobiliser ysem” on  
page 47.  
When starting the engine, the key may  
seem stuck at the LOCK position.  
To free it, first ensure the key is pushed all  
the way in, and then rock the steering  
wheel slightly while turning the key gently.  
NOTICE  
Do not leave the key in the ACC or ON position if the engine is not running. The battery  
will discharge and the ignition could be damaged.  
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IGNITION SWITCH (SMART ENTRY AND START SYSTEM)  
When the electronic key is inside the  
vehicle, pressing the ENGINE START STOP  
switch allows you to:  
•
Start or stop the engine (with the  
brake pedal depressed)  
•
•
•
Select the ACCESSORY mode  
Select IGNITION ON mode  
Turn all modes OFF.  
If the brake pedal is depressed and the  
shift lever is in P position, will be  
displayed on the multi-information display,  
regardless of which mode is selected.  
Pressing the ENGINE START STOP switch  
once starts the engine.  
For starting tips, refer to “Starting the  
engine (smart entry and start system)” on  
page 72.  
Without depressing the brake pedal, each  
time the ENGINE START STOP switch is  
pressed changes the ignition modes as  
follows:  
Button Pressed  
First time  
Mode  
Multi-information Display  
Operation  
Accessories such as the  
radio  
ACCESSORY  
Second time  
Third time *  
IGNITIOON  
OFF  
All electrical components  
Emergency flashers  
Pressing the ENGINE START STOP switch again returns the ENGINE START STOP switch  
to ACCESSORY mode, etc.  
* If the shift lever is not in P, the mode will change to ACCESSORY mode instead of OFF.  
NOTICE  
Do not leave the ENGINE START STOP switch in the ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON  
mode if the engine is not running. The battery will discharge and the ignition could be  
damaged.  
If a buzzer sounds and a message is displayed on the multi-information display when  
pressing the ENGINE START STOP switch, there may be a problem such as the  
electronic key is not in the vehicle or a door is open, etc., or there may be a malfunction  
of the smart entry and start system. Refer to “Driving and parking using smart entry and  
start system” on page 75.  
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BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE  
1. Check the area around the vehicle before entering it.  
2. Check the seat position, seatback angle, seat cushion height, head restraint height,  
steering wheel angle and steering column length are all adjusted correctly.  
3. Check the inside and outside rear view mirrors are adjusted correctly.  
4. Fasten the seatbelts.  
STARTING THE ENGINE (STANDARD TYPE IGNITION SWITCH)  
Before starting the engine, ensure to follow the instructions in “Before starting the  
engine”.  
1. Apply the parking brake firmly.  
2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories.  
3. Check the shift lever is in P position.  
If you need to restart the engine while the vehicle is moving, move the shift lever to N  
position. A starter safety device will prevent the starter from operating if the shift lever  
is in any drive position.  
4. Depress and hold the brake pedal until driving o
5. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, cranhe engine by turning the key to START.  
Release it when the engine starts.  
INFORMATION  
If the engine will not start, refer to “If your engine will not start” on page 313.  
To warm up the engine, drive wle accelerating smoothly until the engine coolant  
temperature is within normal range.  
If the engine stalls, simply restart it, using the correct procedure as above.  
CAUTION  
When starting the engine  
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the accelerator  
pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.  
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.  
Caution when driving  
Do not turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position while driving. If, in an emergency,  
you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the ignition switch only  
to the ACC position to stop the engine. An accident may result if the engine is stopped  
while driving.  
Refer to “If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency” on page 321.  
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NOTICE  
Do not crank the engine for more than 30 seconds at a time. This may overheat the  
starter and wiring systems.  
Do not over-rev a cold engine.  
If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine checked  
immediately.  
STARTING THE ENGINE (SMART ENTRY AND START SYSTEM)  
To start the engine  
Before starting the engine, ensure to follow the instructions in “Before starting the engine”  
on page 71.  
1. Ensure the electronic key is in the  
vehicle (on your person).  
2. Apply the parking brake firmly.  
3. Turn off unnecessary lights and  
accessories.  
4. Check the shift lever is in P position.  
5. Depress the brake pedal firmly.  
will be displayed on the multi-  
information display. If it is not  
displayed, the engine cannot be  
started.  
6. Press the ENGINE START STOP  
switch slowly and firmly.  
While starting the engi, continue  
depressing the brake pedal until the  
engine is started.  
Cranking hold function–  
Once you press ENGINE START STOP  
switch and release it, the cranking  
hold function continues to crank the  
engine until it starts, or for up to 30  
seconds.  
INFORMATION  
If the engine will not start, refer to “If the engine does not start” on page 73.  
The engine should be warmed up by driving, not in idle. To warm up the engine, drive  
while accelerating smoothly until the engine coolant temperature is within normal range.  
If the engine stalls, simply restart it, using the correct procedure given in normal starting.  
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Driving procedures  
To stop the engine  
1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.  
2. Move the shift lever to P position.  
3. Set the parking brake.  
4. Press the ENGINE START STOP switch once.  
5. Check  
on the multi-information display is off.  
When stopping the engine with the shift lever in a position other than P  
If the engine is stopped with the shift lever in a position other than P, the ENGINE START  
STOP switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to ACCESSORY mode. Perform  
the following procedure to turn the switch off.  
1. Set the parking brake.  
2. Move the shift lever to P position.  
3. Check  
is displayed on the multi-information display and then press the  
ENGINE START STOP switch once.  
4. Check on the multi-information display is off.  
If the engine does not start  
•
Check the shift lever is securely set in  
P position. The engine will not start  
if the shift lever is in a position other  
than P or N. SHIFT TO P POSITION  
will be displayed on the multi-  
information display.  
•
•
The engine immobiliser system may  
not have been deactivated. efer to  
page 47.  
The key battery may be discharged.  
Refer to page 296
•
•
The smart entry and start system has been deactivated, refer to page 333.  
In addition to the above, there are instances in which the smart entry and start system  
does not operate correctly because of the circumstances of use. For details, refer to  
“Driving and parking using smart entry and start system” on page 75.  
In cases other than those described above, it is possible that a problem has occurred in an  
area other than the start system. CHECK ENTRY & START SYSTEM may be displayed on  
the multi-information display. Refer to “If your engine will not start” on page 313.  
Auto power off function  
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for  
more than an hour with the shift lever in P position, the ENGINE START STOP switch will  
automatically turn off.  
However, this function cannot entirely prevent battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle  
with the ENGINE START STOP switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for long  
periods of time while the engine is not running.  
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Driving procedures  
Steering lock  
After pressing the ENGINE START STOP switch off and opening and closing the doors, the  
steering wheel will be locked by the steering lock function. Pressing the ENGINE START  
STOP switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.  
If the steering lock cannot be released,  
STEERING LOCK ACTIVE will be displayed  
on the multi-information display.  
1. Check the shift lever is set in P  
position.  
2. Press the ENGINE START STOP  
switch while turning the steering  
wheel left and right.  
To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be suspended if the  
engine is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period of time. In this case, refrain from  
operating the engine.  
After about 10 seconds, the steering lock motor will resue functioning.  
CAUTION  
When starting the engine  
Always start the engine while sitting in tdriver’s seat. Do not depress the accelerator  
pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.  
Doing so may cause an accident reulting in death or serious injury.  
Caution when driving  
If engine failure occurs while the vehicle is moving, do not lock or open the doors until  
the vehicle reaches a safe and complete stop. Activation of the steering lock in this  
circumstance may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.  
Stopping the engine in an emergency  
If you need to stop the engine in an emergency while driving the vehicle, press and hold  
the ENGINE START STOP switch for more than 3 seconds, or press it briefly three times  
or more in succession.  
However, do not touch the ENGINE START STOP switch while driving except in an  
emergency.  
Turning the engine off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but  
the power assistance to these systems will be lost making it more difficult to steer and  
brake. Pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.  
Refer to “If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency” on page 321.  
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Driving procedures  
NOTICE  
To prevent battery discharge  
•
Do not leave the ENGINE START STOP switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON  
mode for long periods of time without the engine running.  
•
If  
is displayed on the multi-information display, the ENGINE START STOP  
switch is not off. When exiting the vehicle, always check the ENGINE START STOP  
switch is off.  
•
Do not stop the engine when the shift lever is in a position other than P. If the  
engine is stopped in another shift lever position, the ENGINE START STOP switch  
will not be turned off but instead be turned to ACCESSORY mode. If the vehicle is  
left in ACCESSORY mode, battery discharge may occur.  
When starting the engine  
•
•
Do not over-rev a cold engine.  
If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine checked  
immediately.  
Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the ENGINE START STOP switch  
If the ENGINE START STOP seems to be operating mewhat differently than usual,  
such as the switch sticking slightly, there may be malfunction. Contact your Toyota  
dealer immediately.  
DRIVING AND PARKING USING SMART ENTRY AND START SYSTEM  
Tips for using smart entry and start system  
When using the smart entry and start system, it is possible to start or stop the engine as  
long as the key is on your peron.  
For this reason, it is possibe that a passenger may remove the key from the vehicle  
without the driver being ware of the fact. In such a case, it is not possible to restart the  
engine after having urned it off. In addition, it is possible that a person may get out of  
the vehicle without being aware the ENGINE START STOP switch has not been turned  
off completely. These situations will result in a warning message being displayed on the  
multi-information display.  
For smart entry and start system warning messages and reminders refer to “Multi-  
information display” on page 93.  
NOTICE  
When driving or getting in or out of the vehicle, the driver should carry the key.  
If the battery is disconnected or run down, the smart entry and start system memorises the  
current mode. After you reconnect, replace, or recharge the battery, the memorised mode  
is reselected automatically. Always turn the engine off if it comes on.  
Wait 10 seconds to start the engine after the battery has been reconnected. The engine  
may not start on the first try. This does not indicate a malfunction.  
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Driving procedures  
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (WITHOUT PADDLE SHIFT SWITCHES)  
Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimise the possibility of  
incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of P position when the brake pedal  
is depressed (with the ignition switch [vehicles with standard type ignition switch] is in the  
ON position or the ENGINE START STOP switch [vehicles with smart entry and start  
system] is in IGNITION ON mode).  
Shift lever  
The shift position is also displayed on the instrument cluster.  
P: Parking, engine starting and key removal  
R: Reverse  
N: Neutral  
D: Normal driving  
To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noise, set the shift lever in the D position for  
normal driving.  
S: S mode driving  
Selecting shift ranges using S mode restricts the upper limit of the possible gear  
ranges and controls engine braking forces.  
NOTICE  
When moving the shift lever between P and D positions, ensure the vehicle is completely  
stopped.  
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Shift Position  
Meter Display  
Function  
Purpose  
Gears between 1 and 6  
are automatically selected  
according to driving  
conditions  
Normal D position  
driving  
Shift range  
selection  
Allows the driver to select  
gears for sporty driving  
Changing shift ranges in S mode  
When the shift lever is in the S position, the  
shift lever can be operated as follows:  
1. Upshifting.  
2. Downshifting.  
The initial shift range in S mode is set utomatically to [5] or [4] according to vehicle  
speed. However, the initial shift range may be set to [3] if AI-SHIFT has operated while the  
shift lever was in the D position.  
Shift ranges and their functions  
You can choose from 6 levels of engine braking force.  
A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking force than a higher shift range, and  
the engine speed will also increase.  
INFORMATION  
When the shift range is [4] or lower, holding the shift lever toward [+] sets the shift  
range to [6].  
To prevent the engine from over-revving, upshifting may automatically occur.  
To protect the automatic transmission, a function is adopted that automatically shifts to  
the top range when the temperature is too hot.  
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Driving procedures  
AI-SHIFT  
The AI-SHIFT function automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver  
performance and driving conditions.  
AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D position. (Shifting the shift  
lever to the S position cancels AI-SHIFT function.)  
The engine speed may remain high after releasing the accelerator pedal. This does not  
indicate a malfunction.  
When driving with the cruise control system activated  
NOTICE  
When the cruise control is being used, engine braking will not occur in S mode, even  
when downshifting from [5] or [4].  
For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, refer to “Cruise control” on page 120.  
If the shift lever cannot be moved from P position  
If you cannot move the shift lever from P position even though the brake pedal is  
depressed, use the shift lock override button. For instructions, refer to “If the shift lever  
cannot be moved from P position” on page 314.  
If the S indicator does not come on or the D indicator is displayed even after shifting  
the shift lever to S position  
This may indicate a malfunction in the automtic transmission system. Have the vehicle  
inspected by your Toyota dealer immediaty. (In this situation, the transmission will  
operate in the same manner as when the shift lever is in D position.)  
Downshift restriction warning buer (S mode)  
To help ensure safety and driving performance, a downshifting operation may sometimes  
be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even when the  
shift lever is operated. (A uzzer will sound twice.)  
CAUTION  
Do not accelerate or shift gears suddenly.  
Be careful when downshifting on a slippery surface. Abrupt shifting could cause the  
vehicle to skid or spin.  
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Driving procedures  
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (WITH PADDLE SHIFT SWITCHES)  
Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimise the possibility of  
incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of P position when the brake pedal  
is depressed (with the ignition switch [vehicles with standard type ignition switch] is in the  
ON position or the ENGINE START STOP switch [vehicles with smart entry and start  
system] is in IGNITION ON mode).  
Shift lever  
The shift position is also displayed on the instrument cluster.  
P: Parking, engine startng and key removal  
R: Reverse  
N: Neutral  
D: Normal driving  
To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noise, set the shift lever in the D position for  
normal driving.  
S: S mode driving  
Selecting shift ranges using S mode restricts the upper limit of the possible gear  
ranges and controls engine braking forces.  
NOTICE  
When moving the shift lever between P and D positions, ensure the vehicle is completely  
stopped.  
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Shift Position  
Meter Display  
Function  
Purpose  
Gears between 1 and 6  
Normal D position are automatically selected  
driving  
according to driving  
conditions  
Shift range  
selection  
Allows optimum use of  
engine braking  
(with paddle shift  
switches activated)  
Shift range  
selection  
Allows the driver to select  
gears for sporty driving  
Changing shift ranges in S mode  
When the shift lever is in the S position,  
the shift lever or paddle shift switches can  
be operated as follows:  
1. Upshifting [+]  
2. Downshifting [–]  
The initial shift range in S mode is set automatically to [5] or [4] according to vehicle  
speed. However, the initiashift range may be set to [3] if AI-SHIFT has operated while the  
shift lever was in the D position.  
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Driving procedures  
Selecting shift ranges in D position  
To drive using temporary shift range  
selection, operate the [–] paddle shift  
switch. The shift range can then be  
selected by operating the [–] and [+]  
paddle shift switches. Changing the shift  
range allows restriction of the highest gear,  
preventing unnecessary upshifting and  
enabling the level of engine braking force  
to be selected.  
1. Upshifting [+].  
2. Downshifting [–].].  
The selected shift range, from [1] to [5], or D will be displayed in the instrument cluster.  
To return to normal D position driving, the [+] paddle shift switch must be held down for a  
period of time.  
When a shift range higher than [5] is selected, the shift range will return to the normal D  
position.  
Shift ranges and their functions  
You can choose from 6 levels of engine braking force.  
A lower shift range will provide greater enine braking force than a higher shift range, and  
the engine speed will also increase.  
INFORMATION  
When the shift range is [4] or lower, holding the shift lever toward [+] sets the shift  
range to [6].  
To prevent the engine from over-revving, upshifting may automatically occur.  
To protect the automatic transmission, a function is adopted that automatically shifts to  
the top range when the temperature is too hot.  
AI-SHIFT  
The AI-SHIFT function automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver  
performance and driving conditions.  
AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D position. (Shifting the shift  
lever to the S position cancels the AI-SHIFT function.  
When driving with the cruise control system  
NOTICE  
When the cruise control is being used, engine braking will not occur in S mode, even  
when downshifting from [5] or [4].  
For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, refer to “Cruise control” on page 120.  
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Driving procedures  
If the shift lever cannot be moved from P position  
If you cannot move the shift lever from P position even though the brake pedal is  
depressed, use the shift lock override button. For instructions, refer to “If the shift lever  
cannot be moved from P position” on page 314.  
If the S indicator does not come on or the D indicator is displayed even after shifting  
the shift lever to S position  
This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have the vehicle  
inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. (In this situation, the transmission will  
operate in the same manner as when the shift lever is in D position.)  
Downshift restriction warning buzzer  
To help ensure safety and driving performance, a downshifting operation may sometimes  
be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be possible even when the  
shift lever or paddle shift switches are operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)  
CAUTION  
Do not accelerate or shift gears suddenly.  
Be careful when downshifting on a slippery surface. Abpt shifting could cause the  
vehicle to skid or spin.  
TURN SIGNAL LEVER  
Vehicles with standard type ignition switch
The ignition switch must be in the ON  
position.  
Vehicles with smart entry and stasystem–  
The ENGINE START STOP switch must be  
in IGNITION ON mode.  
1. Left turn.  
2. Right turn.  
3. Move and hold the lever partway to  
signal a lane change.  
The left hand signal will flash until you  
release the lever.  
4. Move and hold the lever partway to  
signal a lane change.  
The right hand signal will flash until  
you release the lever.  
If the turn signal indicator lights on the  
instrument cluster flash faster than normal,  
a turn signal bulb is burned out. Refer to  
“Light bulbs” on page 284.  
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Driving procedures  
PARKING BRAKE  
When parking, firmly apply the parking  
brake to avoid inadvertent creeping.  
To set:  
While depressing the brake pedal with your  
right foot, depress the parking brake pedal  
with your left foot.  
To release:  
Depress the parking brake pedal again.  
To remind you the parking brake is set, the  
parking brake reminder light in the  
instrument cluster remains on until you  
fully release the parking brake pedal.  
If the vehicle speed rises above 5 km/h (with the parking brake reaining set) a buzzer  
will sound, the brake system warning light remains on, the mster warning light flashes  
and a warning message is displayed on the multi-informaton display. Stop the vehicle and  
release the parking brake fully.  
CAUTION  
Before driving, ensure the parking brake is fly released and the parking brake reminder  
light is off.  
HORN  
To sound the horn, press on or ce to the  
horn symbol on the steering wheel pad.  
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Instrument cluster  
Instrument cluster  
GAUGES AND METERS  
CTY22AV276  
Displays the engine speed in revolutions  
1
2
3
Tachometer  
Speedometer  
Fuel gauge  
peminute  
Displays the vehicle speed  
Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in  
the fuel tank  
Displays the average fuel consumption  
since the function was reset  
4
5
6
7
8
Average fuel consumption meter  
Current fuel consumptgauge  
Display change button  
Displays the current rate of fuel  
consumption  
Changes the odometer / trip meter display.  
Refer to page 85.  
Displays the odometer or trip meters.  
Refer to page 85.  
Odometer / trip meter display  
Multi-information display  
Displays a variety of driving related data.  
Refer to page 93.  
Engine coolant temperature  
display / instrument cluster lights  
control display  
Displays the engine coolant temperature  
and instrument cluster lights control.  
9
Displays the outside temperature.  
Refer to page 87.  
10 Outside temperature display  
Displays the currently selected shift  
position and the shift range.  
11 Shift position / shift range display  
12 Instrument cluster lights control button  
Changes the brightness of the instrument  
cluster lights  
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Instrument cluster  
Odometer / trip meter display  
Pressing the button changes the display as  
follows.  
•
•
Odometer  
Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven.  
Trip meters A and B  
Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the  
meter was last rset. Trip meters A and B can be used to  
record and display different distances independently.  
Press anhold the button to reset.  
Instrument cluster light control button  
The brightness of the instrument cluster  
lights can be adjusted by pressing the  
button.  
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Instrument cluster  
Fuel gauge and odometer/trip meter display remain on mode  
Vehicles with standard type ignition switch–  
After the engine switch has been turned off, the fuel gauge and odometer/trip meter  
display remain on for 10 minutes, enabling the fuel gauge and odometer/trip meter values  
to be checked again without having to turn the engine switch to the ON position.  
When confirming the gauges and meters, turn the headlight switch to the  
position.  
Press the display change button to change between the odometer and trip meter displays.  
Vehicles with smart entry and start system–  
After the ENGINE START STOP switch has been turned off, the fuel gauge and odometer/  
trip meter display remain on for 10 minutes, enabling the fuel gauge and odometer/trip  
meter values to be checked again without having to press the ENGINE START STOP  
switch to IGNITION ON mode.  
When confirming the gauges and meters, turn the headlight switch to the  
position.  
Press the display change button to change between the odometer and trip meter displays.  
INFORMATION  
The instrument cluster lights illuminate when:  
•
•
Vehicles with standard type ignition switch– The nition switch is in the ON position  
Vehicles with smart entry and start system– The ENGINE START STOP switch is in  
IGNITION ON mode  
Instrument cluster light brightness.  
•
When the headlight switch is in a position other than off, the brightness will be  
reduced slightly unless the brightness level adjustment is set to the brightest  
setting.  
•
If the headlight switch is in a position other than off when the surroundings are  
dark, the brightness wll reduce slightly. However, when the surroundings are  
bright, such as durig the daytime, the brightness will not be reduced.  
Instrument panel lights.  
•
The instrument panel lights will illuminate only when the headlight switch is in a  
position other than off.  
Clock.  
•
The clock illuminates when:  
–
Vehicles with standard type ignition switch– The ignition switch is in the ON  
position  
–
Vehicles with smart entry and start system– The ENGINE START STOP switch is  
in IGNITION ON mode  
•
When the headlight switch is in a position other than off, the brightness of the clock  
will be reduced slightly.  
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WHEN DRIVING  
Instrument cluster  
Outside temperature display  
The temperature display shows  
temperatures within the range of −40°C  
and 50°C.  
The outside temperature is displayed  
when:  
Vehicles with standard type ignition switch–  
The ignition switch is in the ON position  
Vehicles with smart entry and start system–  
The ENGINE START STOP switch is in  
IGNITION ON mode  
In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be displayed, or the  
display may take longer than normal to change:  
•
•
When the vehicle is stopped, or moving at low speeds (less tan 25 km/h.)  
When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/ exit of a  
garage, tunnel, etc.)  
When E is displayed the system may be malfunctionig. Take your vehicle to your Toyota  
dealer.  
87  
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Instrument cluster  
INDICATORS AND WARNING LIGHTS  
The indicators and warning lights on the instrument cluster, centre panel and outside rear  
view mirrors inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various systems.  
Instrument cluster  
Indicators–  
•
The indicators inform the driver of the operag state of the vehicle’s various systems.  
Turn signal indicator  
(page 82)  
Shift position and shift range  
indicators (page 76, 79)  
Headlight high beam indicator  
(page 108)  
Cruise control indicator  
(page 120)  
Automatic high beam indicator  
(page 110) *  
Cruise control set indicator  
(page 120)  
Tail light indicator  
(page 108)  
Eco Driving Indicator  
(page 86) *  
Front fog light indicator  
(page 115)  
Slip indicator  
(page 135) *  
AFS OFF indicator (page 114)  
*: These indicator lights illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position  
(vehicles with standard type ignition switch) or the ENGINE START STOP switch is pressed  
to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart entry and start system) to indicate a system  
check is being performed. They turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds.  
There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not  
turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.  
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WHEN DRIVING  
Instrument cluster  
Warning lights–  
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle’s systems.  
•
Warning Light  
Details  
Brake system warning light and buzzer*1  
•
Illuminates when the parking brake is engaged, if the brake fluid  
level is low or there is a malfunction in the brake system.  
•
The light also illuminates and the buzzer sounds if the park brake  
is engaged and the vehicle speed exceeds 5 km/h.  
If the parking brake is off, stop immediately and contact your Toyota  
dealer.  
Charging system warning light*1  
•
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.  
Stop immediately and contact your Toyota dea.  
Low engine oil pressure warning light*1  
•
Indicates the engine oil pressure is too low.  
Stop immediately and check  
High engine coolant temperature warning light  
(the right-most segment of the engine coolant temperature display  
flashes)  
•
Indicates the engiis almost overheating. Refer to “If your  
vehicle overhes” on page 319.  
Stop immediately and contact your Toyota dealer  
Malfunction dicator warning light*1  
•
Indicates a malfunction in:  
The electronic engine control system; or  
The electronic throttle control system; or  
The electronic automatic transmission control system.  
Stop immediately and contact your Toyota dealer  
•
It may also illuminate when the fuel tank is completely empty,  
refer to “If the malfunction indicator warning light comes on while  
driving” on page 305.  
SRS warning light*1  
•
Indicates a malfunction in:  
The SRS airbag system; or  
The seatbelt pretensioner system  
Stop immediately and contact your Toyota dealer  
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Instrument cluster  
Warning Light  
Details  
ABS warning light*1  
•
Indicates a malfunction in:  
The ABS; or  
The brake assist system.  
Stop immediately and contact your Toyota dealer  
Electric power steering warning light and buzzer*1,2  
•
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS system.  
Stop immediately and contact your Toyota dealer  
Slip indicator warning light*1  
•
Indicates a malfunction in:  
VSC system; or  
TRC system.  
•
The indicator flashes to indicate the system is operating.  
Stop immediately and contact your Toyota dealer  
Cruise control warning light (illumintes yellow)  
•
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.  
Stop immediately and contact your Toyota dealer  
Automatic high beam warninlight (illuminates yellow)  
•
Indicates a malfunion in the automatic high beam system.  
Stop immediately and contact your Toyota dealer  
AFS OFF indicatolight (flashes)  
•
Indicates a malfunction in:  
Adaptive front lighting system; or  
Autoatic headlight levelling system.  
Contct your Toyota dealer  
Open door warning light and buzzer  
•
•
Indicates a door or the boot lid is not fully closed.  
The buzzer sounds if a door or the boot lid is not fully closed and  
the vehicle speed exceeds 5 km/h.  
Check all doors and the boot lid are closed  
Driver and front passenger seatbelt warning light and buzzer  
•
•
Warns the driver and front passenger their seatbelt is not fastened.  
The buzzer sounds for 30 seconds if the driver or front passenger  
has not fastened their seatbelt and the vehicle speed exceeds 20  
km/h. After 30 seconds if the seatbelt remains unfastened the  
buzzer will sound a different tone for a further 90 seconds.  
Fasten the seatbelt  
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WHEN DRIVING  
Instrument cluster  
Warning Light  
Details  
Low fuel warning light  
Indicates remaining fuel is approximately 10.5 L or less.  
•
Refuel the vehicle  
Master warning light  
A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and flashes to  
indicate that the master warning system has detected a malfunction.  
“Warning messages” on page 93.  
*1: These warning lights illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position  
(vehicles with standard type ignition switch) or the ENGINE START STOP switch is  
pressed to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart entry and start system) to indicate a  
system check is being performed. They turn off after the engine is started, or after a few  
seconds.  
There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not  
turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.  
*2: When the battery charge becomes insufficient or the voltage temporarily drops, the  
electric power steering system warning light may coon and the warning buzzer may  
sound.  
Centre panel  
Indicator–  
Security indicator (page 47)  
Warning light–  
Warning Light  
Details  
Rear passenger seatbelt warning light  
•
•
Warns the rear passengers their seatbelt is not fastened.  
The buzzer sounds for 30 seconds if a rear seat passenger has not  
fastened their seatbelt and the vehicle speed exceeds 20 km/h.  
After 30 seconds if the seatbelt remains unfastened the buzzer will  
sound a different tone for a further 90 seconds.  
Fasten the seatbelt  
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WHEN DRIVING  
Instrument cluster  
Outside rear view mirrors  
Indicator–  
BSM outside rear view mirror  
indicator (page 131)  
In order to confirm operation, the BSM  
outside rear view mirror indicators  
illuminate in the following situations.  
•
When the ENGINE START STOP  
switch is pressed to IGNITION ON  
mode with the BSM main switch set to  
ON.  
•
When the BSM main switch is set to ON while the ENGINE START STOP switch is in  
IGNITION ON mode.  
If the system is functioning correctly, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators will turn  
off after a few seconds.  
CAUTION  
If a safety system warning light does not illuminate  
Should a safety system warning light such as thABS or SRS warning light not  
illuminate when you start the engine, this cold mean these systems are not available to  
help protect you in an accident, which cold result in death or serious injury.  
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately should this occur.  
CAUTION  
When the electric power steering system warning light comes on  
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.  
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold firmly and  
operate using more force than usual.  
92  
WHEN DRIVING  
Instrument cluster  
MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY  
The multi-information display presents the  
driver with a variety of driving-related data.  
•
Warning messages (refer to below).  
Automatically displayed when a  
malfunction occurs in one of the  
vehicle’s systems.  
•
Trip information (refer to “Multi-  
information display driving related  
data” on page 103).  
Displays cruising range, fuel  
consumption and other cruising-  
related information.  
•
Toyota parking assist-sensor display  
(refer to “Toyota parking assist-  
sensor” on page 127).  
Warning messages  
1. Master warning light.  
The master warning light also comes  
on or flashes in order to indicate that a  
message is currently being displaed  
on the multi-information display. Refer  
to the following pages.  
2. Multi-information displa
If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm and perform the  
following actions. If any of the warning lights comes on again after the following actions  
have been performed, contact your Toyota dealer.  
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WHEN DRIVING  
Instrument cluster  
Have the vehicle inspected immediately–  
A buzzer sounds and a warning message is shown on the multi-information display. Failure  
to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to the system operating  
abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota  
dealer immediately.  
Warning message  
Details  
•
•
Indicates a malfunction in the steering lock systemꢀ  
Indicates a malfunction in the smart entry and start  
systemꢀ  
A buzzer also sounds.  
(Flashes)  
Indicates a malfunction in the Toyota parking assist-sensorꢀ  
The malfunctioning assist-sensor is flashing.  
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control systemꢀ  
Indicates a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitorꢀ  
94  
WHEN DRIVING  
Instrument cluster  
Follow the correction procedures−  
A buzzer sounds and a warning message is shown on the multi-information display. After  
taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check that the warning  
message goes off.  
Warning message  
Details  
Correction procedure  
Indicates that one or more of  
the doors is not fully closedꢀ  
The system also indicates  
which doors are not fully  
closed.  
Make sure that all the  
doors are closed.  
If the vehicle reaches a speed  
of 5 km/h,  
flashes and a  
buzzer sounds to iicate that  
the door(s) are ot yet fully  
closed.  
Indicates that the bonnet is  
not fully closedꢀ  
If the vehicle reaches  
a speed of 5 km/h,  
flashes and a buzzer  
sounds to indicate that  
the bonnet is not yet fully  
closed.  
Close the bonnet.  
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WHEN DRIVING  
Instrument cluster  
Warning message  
Details  
Correction procedure  
Indicates that the boot is not  
fully closedꢀ  
If the vehicle reaches a speed  
Close the boot  
of 5 km/h,  
flashes and a  
buzzer sounds to indicate that  
the boot is not yet fully closed.  
Indicates that the moon  
roof is not fully closed (with  
the ENGINE START STOP  
switch off and the driver’s  
door opened)ꢀ  
Close the moon roof.  
Release the parking brake.  
Clean the sensor  
(Flashes)  
Indicates, if the vehicle  
reaches a speed of 5 m/h,  
that the parking bake is  
still engagedꢀ  
A buzzer also sounds.  
(Flashes)  
Indicates that Toyota  
parking assist-sensor is  
dirty or covered with iceꢀ  
Indicates that the Blind  
Spot Monitor sensors or  
the surrounding area on the  
bumper is dirty or covered  
with iceꢀ  
Clean the sensor and its  
surrounding area on the  
bumper.  
96  
WHEN DRIVING  
Instrument cluster  
Rectify the malfunction immediately–  
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check that the warning  
message and light go off.  
Interior Exterior  
Correction  
procedure  
Warning message  
Details  
buzzer  
buzzer  
The electronic key  
is not detected  
Start the engine  
Once  
—
when an attempt is with the electronic  
made to start the  
engine.  
key present.  
(Flashes)  
The electronic  
key was carred  
outside the vehicle  
and a door other  
thahe driver's  
dr was opened  
and closed while  
the ENGINE START  
STOP switch was  
in a mode other  
than off.  
Bring the  
electronic key back  
into the vehicle.  
Once  
3 times  
The electronic  
key was carried  
outside the vehicle  
and the driver’s  
door was opened  
and closed while  
the shift lever in  
P position was  
selected without  
turning off the  
(Flashes)  
Press the ENGINE  
START STOP  
switch off or bring  
the electronic  
key back into the  
vehicle.  
ENGINE START  
STOP switch.  
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Instrument cluster  
Interior Exterior  
Correction  
procedure  
Warning message  
Details  
buzzer  
buzzer  
An attempt was  
made to exit the  
vehicle with the  
electronic key  
and lock the  
doors without  
first turning the  
ENGINE START  
STOP switch off.  
Press the ENGINE  
START STOP  
switch off and lock  
the doors again.  
Contin-  
uous  
Once  
(Displayed alternatively)  
(Flashes)  
An attempt was  
made to tart the  
engiwithout  
the electronic key  
eing present,  
or the electronic  
key was not  
Confirm that the  
electronic key is  
inside the vehicle.  
9 times  
—
functioning  
normally.  
An attempt was  
made to drive  
(Flashes)  
when the regular  
key was not inside  
the vehicle.  
The driver’s door  
was opened while  
any shift lever  
position other than  
P position was  
selected without  
turning off the  
ENGINE START  
STOP switch.  
Contin-  
uous  
Change the shift  
lever to P position.  
—
(Flashes)  
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Instrument cluster  
Interior Exterior  
Correction  
procedure  
Warning message  
Details  
buzzer  
buzzer  
The electronic  
key was carried  
outside the vehicle  
and the driver’s  
door was opened  
and closed while  
any shift lever  
position other than  
P was selected  
without turning off  
the ENGINE START  
STOP switch.  
• Change the  
shift lever to P  
position.  
Contin-  
uous  
Contin-  
uous  
• Bring the  
electronic key  
back into the  
vehicle.  
(Displayed alternatively)  
(Flashes)  
An attempt was  
madto lock the  
drs using the  
smart entry and  
start system while  
the electronic key  
was still inside the  
vehicle.  
Retrieve the  
electronic key  
from the vehicle  
and lock the doors  
again.  
Contin-  
uous  
Once  
(Flashes)  
An attempt was  
made to lock  
either front door by  
opening a door and  
putting the inside  
lock button into  
the lock position,  
then closing the  
Retrieve the  
electronic key  
from the vehicle  
and lock the doors  
Contin-  
uous  
Once  
door by pulling on again.  
the outside door  
(Flashes)  
handle with the  
electronic key still  
inside the vehicle.  
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WHEN DRIVING  
Instrument cluster  
Interior Exterior  
Correction  
procedure  
Warning message  
Details  
• When the  
buzzer  
buzzer  
doors were  
unlocked with  
the mechanical  
key and then the  
ENGINE START  
STOP switch  
was pressed,  
the electronic  
key could not be  
detected in the  
vehicle.  
Touch the  
electronic key to  
the ENGINE START  
STOP switch while  
depressing the  
Once  
—
• The electronic  
key could not  
be detected  
brake pedal.  
(Flashes)  
in the ehicle  
eveafter the  
ENGINE START  
STOP switch  
was pressed  
two consecutive  
times.  
An attempt was  
made to start the  
engine with the  
shift lever in N  
position.  
Change the shift  
lever to P position  
and start the  
engine.  
Once  
—
(Flashes)  
Next time when  
starting the  
engine, increase  
the engine speed  
slightly and  
maintain that level  
for approximately  
5 minutes to  
Power was turned  
off due to the  
automatic power  
off function.  
—
—
recharge the  
battery.  
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WHEN DRIVING  
Instrument cluster  
Interior Exterior  
Correction  
procedure  
Warning message  
Details  
buzzer  
buzzer  
Replace the  
electronic key  
battery. Refer to  
“Replacing the  
remote control  
transmitter  
The electronic key  
has a low battery.  
Once  
—
battery”onpage296.  
The driver's door  
was opened and  
closed with the  
ENGINE START  
STOP switch  
turned off and  
then the ENGINE  
START STOP  
Press the ENGINE  
START STOP  
switch while  
depressing the  
brake pedal.  
switch was put  
in ACCESSORY  
mode twice  
without the engine  
being started.  
During an  
engine starting  
procedure, the  
electronic key was  
not functioning  
properly and the  
ENGINE START  
STOP switch was  
touched with the  
electronic key.  
Refer to “If the  
electronic key  
does not operate  
properly  
Once  
—
(Flashes)  
Press the ENGINE  
START STOP  
switch within 10  
seconds of the  
buzzer sounding.  
(smart entry and  
start system)” on  
page 315.  
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WHEN DRIVING  
Instrument cluster  
Interior Exterior  
Correction  
procedure  
Warning message  
Details  
buzzer  
buzzer  
Press the ENGINE  
START STOP  
switch while  
depressing the  
brake pedal  
and moving the  
steering wheel left  
and right.  
The steering  
lock could not be  
released within  
3 seconds of the  
ENGINE START  
STOP switch being  
pressed.  
Once  
—
(Flashes)  
The ENGINE  
START STOP  
switch has been  
turned off with  
the shift lever in a  
position othethan  
P or N.  
Change the shift  
lever to P position.  
Once  
—
(Flashes)  
After the ENGINE  
START STOP  
witch has been  
turned off with  
the shift lever in a  
Press the ENGINE  
START STOP  
Once  
—
position other than switch off.  
P, the shift lever  
has been shifted to  
P position.  
(Fashes)  
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Instrument cluster  
Multi-information display driving related data  
Press the DISP button to scroll through the trip information contents.  
Without Paddle shift  
With Paddle shift  
CTY22AV479a  
Trip information contents  
Trip information contents  
Cruising range/average fuel  
consumption  
1
4
5
Customisation  
– (Off)  
2
3
Average vehicle speed / elapsed time  
Eco drive level  
103  
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Instrument cluster  
Trip information  
Cruising range / average fuel consumption−  
•
Cruising range  
Displays the estimated maximum distance that can be driven with the quantity of fuel  
remaining.  
–
This distance is computed based on your average fuel consumption. As a result,  
the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that displayed.  
–
When only a small amount of fuel is added to the tank, the display may not be  
updated.  
Vehicles with standard type ignition switch−  
When refuelling, turn the engine switch off. If the vehicle is refuelled without turning the  
engine switch off, the display may not be updated.  
Vehicles with a smart entry and start system−  
When refuelling, turn the ENGINE START STOP switch off. If the vehicle is refuelled  
without turning the ENGINE START STOP switch off, the display may not be updated.  
•
Average fuel consumption  
Displays the average fuel consumption since the function was reset.  
–
The function can be reset by pressing the DISP button for longer than 1 second  
when the average fuel consumption is dilayed.  
The average fuel consumption mer will also be reset, returning the needle to the  
0 position.  
–
Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a reference.  
Average vehicle speed / elapsed time−  
Displays the average vehicle speed and elapsed time since the engine was started.  
Eco drive level−  
Vehicles with standard type ignition switch−  
Displays the average fuel consumption and eco drive level since the engine was started.  
Even if a different screen has been selected for the multi-information display, when the  
engine switch is turned off, the eco drive level is displayed. This is not a malfunction.  
When the highest eco drive level has been achieved “EXCELLENT!” is displayed.  
Vehicles with a smart entry and start system−  
Displays the average fuel consumption and eco drive level since the engine was started.  
Even if a different screen has been selected for the multi-information display, when the  
“ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned off, the eco drive level is displayed. This is not a  
malfunction.  
When the highest eco drive level has been achieved “EXCELLENT!” is displayed.  
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Instrument cluster  
Customising vehicle features  
It is possible to customise the language and Eco Driving Indicator light settings using the  
DISP button.  
When customising vehicle features, ensure that the vehicle is parked in a safe place with  
the shift lever in P position and the parking brake set.  
Language−  
Without Paddle shift  
1. While the vehicle is stopped press the  
DISP button to display the setting  
screen then press and hold the DISP  
button to display the customise mode  
screen.  
With Paddle shift  
CTY22AV480a  
2. Press the DISP butn to select the  
item to be set, hen press and hold the  
DISP button.  
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Instrument cluster  
3. Press the DISP button to select the  
desired setting, and then press and  
hold the DISP button.  
To go back to the previous screen or exit  
the customise mode, press the DISP  
button to select EXIT, and then press and  
hold the DISP button.  
Eco Driving Indicator Light and the current  
fuel consumption screen−  
Without Paddle shift  
1. While the vehicle is stopped press the  
DISP button to display the setting  
screen then press and hold the DISP  
button to display the customise mode  
screen.  
With Paddle shift  
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2. Press the DISP button to select the  
item to be set, then press and hold the  
DISP button.  
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3. Press the DISP button to select the  
desired setting, and then press and  
hold the DISP button.  
When the ECO INDICATOR is set to OFF,  
the current fuel consumption gauge will  
not be displayed.  
To go back to the previous screen or exit  
the customise mode, press the DISP  
button to select EXIT, and then press and  
hold the DISP button.  
NOTICE  
The multi-information display at low temperatures  
Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liqucrystal information  
display. At extremely low temperatures, the information dispay monitor may respond  
slowly, and display changes may be delayed.  
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Operating the lights and wipers  
HEADLIGHT SWITCH  
Turning the end of the lever will turn the  
lights on as follows.  
Off  
Vehicles with standard type ignition  
switch– The headlights and  
parking lights, etc. turn on and off  
automatically (when the ignition  
switch is in the ON position).  
Vehicles with smart entry and  
start system– The headlights and  
parking lights, etc. turn on and off  
automatically (when the ENGINE  
START STOP switch is in IGNITION  
ON mode).  
The parking, tail, licence plate and  
instrument panel lights turn on.  
The headlights and all the lights listed  
above turn on.  
If a headlight, parking light, stop or tail light bulb requires replacing, refer to “Light bulbs”  
on page 284.  
High-Low beams  
1. For high beams, turn thheadlights on  
and push the lever aay from you.  
To return to low beams, return the  
lever to the centre position.  
2. Flashing the high beam headlights:  
Pull the lever all the way toward you.  
The high beam headlights turn off  
when you release the lever.  
You can flash the high beam  
headlights with the headlight switch  
turned to on or off.  
The headlight high beam indicator on the instrument cluster will tell you the high beams  
are on.  
Also refer to “Automatic high beam” on page 110.  
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Headlight control sensor  
The automatic light control sensor is  
located on the top of the instrument panel.  
The sensor may not function correctly if an  
object is placed on the sensor, or anything  
that blocks the sensor is affixed to the  
windscreen.  
Doing so interferes with the sensor  
detecting the level of ambient light and  
may cause the automatic headlight system  
to malfunction.  
Automatic light cut off system  
Vehicles with standard type ignition switch–  
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The lights automatically turn off when the driver’s door is opened with the ignition  
switch turned to ACC or off.  
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To turn on the lights again, turn the ignition switch to ON position or turn the  
headlight switch off and then back to  
or  
Vehicles with smart entry and start system–  
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The lights automatically turn off when the driver’s door is opened with the ENGINE  
START STOP switch pressed to ACCESSRY mode or off.  
To turn on the lights again, press e ENGINE START STOP switch to IGNITION ON  
mode or turn the headlight switch off and then back to  
or  
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Battery-saving function  
To prevent the vehicle battery from discharging, if the headlights and/or tail lights are  
on when the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position (vehicles with standard type  
ignition switch) or when the ENGINE START STOP switch is pressed off (vehicles with  
smart entry and starsystem), the battery saving function will operate and automatically  
turn off all the lights after approximately 20 minutes.  
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position (vehicles with standard type ignition  
switch) or when the ENGINE START STOP switch is pressed to IGNITION ON mode  
(vehicles with smart entry and start system), the battery-saving function will be disabled.  
When any of the following are performed, the battery-saving function is cancelled once  
and then reactivated. All the lights will turn off automatically 20 minutes after the battery-  
saving function has been reactivated:  
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When the headlight switch is operated  
When a door is opened or closed.  
NOTICE  
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the lights on for a long period  
when the engine is not running.  
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Customisable features that can be modified  
For further information refer to “Customisable features” on page 333.  
AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM  
The Automatic High Beam system uses an in-vehicle camera sensor to assess the  
brightness of streetlights, the lights of oncoming and preceding vehicles, etc. and  
automatically turns high beam on or off as required.  
Activating the automatic high beam system  
1. Press the ENGINE START STOP  
switch to IGNITION ON mode.  
2. Turn the Headlight switch to AUTO  
position.  
3. Push the lever away from you.  
The Automatic High Beam indicator  
will illuminate when the headlights  
are turned on automatically to indicate  
the system is active.  
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Automatic high beam operating conditions  
When all the following conditions are fulfilled, high beam will automatically turn on after  
approximately 1 second.  
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The vehicle speed is above approximately 32 km/h.  
The area ahead of the vehicle is dark.  
There are no oncoming or preceding vehicles with headlights or tail lights turned on.  
If any of the following conditions are fulfilled, high beam will be automatically turned off.  
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Vehicle speed drops below approximately 32 km/h.  
The area ahead of the vehicle is not dark.  
Oncoming or preceding vehicles have headlights or tail lights turned on.  
CAUTION  
Automatic high beam system limitations  
Do not rely on the automatic high beam system. Always drive safely, taking care to  
observe your surroundings and turning high beam on or off manually if necessary.  
Turning the high beam on/off manually  
Switching to low beam  
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Pull the lever to centre position.  
Switching to high beam  
Turn the light switch to  
and push the lever away from you.  
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position  
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INFORMATION  
Camera sensor detection information  
High beam may not be turned off automatically in the following situations.  
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When oncoming vehicles suddenly appear from a curve.  
When the vehicle is cut in front of by another vehicle.  
High beam may be turned off if an oncoming vehicle that is using fog lights without  
using the headlights is detected.  
House lights, street lights, red traffic signals and illuminated billboards or signs may  
cause the high beam to turn off.  
The following factors may affect the amount of time taken to turn high beam on or off.  
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The brightness of oncoming and preceding vehicles headlights, fog and tail lights.  
Road conditions (wetness, ice, snow, etc.).  
The number of passengers and amount of baggage in the vehic.  
High beam may be turned on or off when unexpected by the driver.  
In the situations below, the system may not be able to correcty detect the surrounding  
brightness levels and may flash or expose nearby pedestrians to the high beam.  
Therefore, you should consider turning the high beams or off manually rather than  
relying on the automatic high beam system.  
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In bad weather (rain, snow, fog, sandstorms, etc.).  
The windscreen is obscured by fog, mistice, dirt, etc.  
The windscreen is cracked or damad.  
The inside rear view mirror or camera sensor is deformed or dirty.  
Surrounding brightness levels re equal to those of the headlights, tail or fog lights.  
Vehicles ahead have headlights that are either switched off, dirty, are changing  
colour, or are not aimed correctly.  
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When driving through an area of intermittently changing brightness and darkness.  
When frequently and repeatedly driving ascending or descending roads, or roads  
with rough, bumpy or uneven surfaces (stone-paved roads, gravel tracks, etc.).  
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When frequently and repeatedly taking curves or driving on a winding road.  
There is a highly reflective object ahead of the vehicle, such as a sign or a mirror.  
The vehicle’s headlights are damaged or dirty.  
The vehicle is listing or tilting due to a flat tyre, a trailer being towed, etc.  
The automatic high beam indicator is flashing.  
The headlights are being repeatedly switched between high beam and low beam in  
an abnormal manner.  
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The driver believes the high beam may be causing problems or distress to other  
drivers or pedestrians nearby.  
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NOTICE  
When using the automatic high beam system  
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Do not touch the camera sensor.  
Do not subject the inside rear view  
mirror or the camera sensor to a  
strong impact.  
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Do not disassemble the camera  
sensor.  
Do not spill liquid onto the inside  
rear view mirror or the camera  
sensor.  
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Do not apply window tinting or  
stickers to the camera sensor or the  
area of windscreen near the camera  
sensor.  
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Do not place items on the dashboard. There is a possibility the camera sensor will  
mistake items reflected in the windscreen for streetlights or the headlights of other  
vehicles, etc.  
Do not install a parking tag or any otheccessories near or around the inside rear  
view mirror and the camera sensor.  
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Do not overload the vehicle.  
Do not modify the vehicle.  
Do not replace the windscreen with a non-genuine windscreen. Contact your Toyota  
dealer should you need to replace your windscreen.  
If the automatic high beam indicator illuminates in yellow  
This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic high beam system. Contact your Toyota  
dealer.  
Temporary lowering sensor sensitivity  
The sensitivity of the sensor can be temporarily lowered by pushing and holding the AUTO  
button on the inside rear view mirror for 15 to 20 seconds.  
The indicator light on the inside rear view mirror will flash to indicate the sensitivity has  
been lowered.  
When the ENGINE START STOP switch is pressed off, the sensitivity will be returned to its  
normal level.  
Customisable features that can be modified  
For further information refer to “Customisable features” on page 333.  
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ADAPTIVE FRONT-LIGHTING SYSTEM (AFS)  
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) secures excellent visibility at intersections and on  
curves by automatically adjusting the direction of the light axis of the headlights according  
to vehicle speed and the degree of the tyre’s angle as controlled by steering input.  
AFS operates at speeds of 10 km/h or higher.  
Deactivating AFS  
Pressing the AFS switch turns the AFS  
on / off.  
The indicator illuminates when the AFS is  
deactivated.  
INFORMATION  
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Automatic headlight levelling system (vehicles with discharge headlights)  
The level of the headlights is automatically djusted according to the number of  
passengers and the loading condition othe vehicle to ensure that the headlights  
do not interfere with other road user.  
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If the AFS OFF indicator flashe(vehicles with discharge headlights)  
It may indicate a malfunction the system. Contact your Toyota dealer.  
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FRONT FOG LIGHTS  
The fog lights provide improved visibility  
in difficult driving conditions such as fog  
or rain.  
1. To turn on the front fog lights, while  
the parking lights or headlights  
are turned on, twist the band of the  
headlight and turn signal switch lever.  
2. To turn the front fog lights off, twist  
the band to the off position.  
The front fog light indicator light on the  
instrument cluster illuminates when the  
front fog lights are on.  
If a fog light bulb requires replacing, refer  
to “Light bulbs” on page 284.  
WINDSCREEN WIPERS AND WASERS  
Intermittent operation type  
The wipers and washers can be operated  
when the ignition switch is tuned to the  
ON position (vehicles with standard type  
ignition switch) or when the ENGINE  
START STOP switch ipressed to  
IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart  
entry and start system).  
To turn on the windscreen wipers, move the  
lever to the desired setting.  
1. Intermittent operation.  
2. Low speed operation.  
3. High speed operation.  
4. Single sweep operation.  
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To adjust the wiper time interval when the  
wiper lever is in the intermittent position.  
1. Twist the band upward to increase  
the intermittent windscreen wiper  
frequency.  
2. Twist the band downward to decrease  
the intermittent windscreen wiper  
frequency.  
To spray washer fluid.  
1. Pull the lever toward you.  
The wipers will automatically operate a  
couple of times after the washer sprays.  
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In freezing weather, warm the  
windscreen with the defroster before  
using the washer. This will help  
prevent the washer fluid from freezing  
on your windscreen, which can block  
your vision.  
For instructions on adding washer fluid, refer “Washer fluid” on page 266.  
NOTICE  
Do not operate the wipers if the wiscreen is dry. It may scratch the glass.  
If the washer fluid tank is empty, do not operate the washer switch continually as the  
washer fluid pump may overheat.  
If a nozzle becomes bloced, do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle  
will be damaged. Contact your Toyota dealer.  
Raindrop detection type  
When AUTO position is selected, the wipers will operate automatically when the sensor  
detects falling rain. The system automatically adjusts wiper timing in accordance with rain  
volume and vehicle speed.  
The wipers and washers can be operated when the ENGINE START STOP switch is  
pressed to IGNITION ON mode.  
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To operate the windscreen wipers, move  
the lever to the desired setting.  
1. Rain-sensing wiper operation (AUTO).  
2. Low speed wiper operation.  
3. High speed wiper operation.  
4. Single sweep operation.  
When AUTO is selected, the sensor  
sensitivity can be adjusted as follows by  
turning the switch ring:  
1. Twist the band upward to incrase the  
sensitivity.  
2. Twist the band downward to decrease  
the sensitivity.  
To spray washer fluid.  
1. Pull the lever toward you.  
The wipers will automatically operate a  
couple of times after the washer sprays.  
Then, after a short delay, they will operate  
once more to remove any drips.  
If the headlights are on, the headlight  
cleaners will operate once (if fitted).  
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Even when the wipers are not in AUTO mode, wiper operation varies depending on  
vehicle speed when the washer is being used (delay until drip prevention wiper sweep  
occurs).  
•
In freezing weather, warm the windscreen with the defroster before using the washer.  
This will help prevent the washer fluid from freezing on your windscreen, which can  
block your vision.  
For instructions on adding washer fluid, refer to “Washer fluid” on page 266.  
The wiper frequency is determined by  
the amount of raindrops detected by the  
raindrop sensor.  
An optical sensor is used which may not  
operate correctly when sunlight from the  
rising or setting of the sun intermittently  
strikes the windscreen, or if bugs, etc. are  
present on the windscreen.  
•
If the wiper switch is turned to the  
AUTO position while the ENGINE  
START STOP switch is in IGNITION  
ON mode, the wiper will operate once  
to show that AUTO mode is activated.  
•
If the temperature of the raindrop sensor s 90°C or higher, or −15°C or lower,  
automatic operation may not occur. Ithis case, operate the wipers in any mode other  
than AUTO.  
CAUTION  
Using the windscreen wipers in AUTO mode  
The windscreen wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or the  
windscreen is subject to vibration while in AUTO mode. Take care that your fingers, etc.  
do not become caught in the windscreen wipers.  
NOTICE  
When using an automatic car wash, set the wiper lever to the OFF position.  
Do not operate the wipers if the windscreen is dry. It may scratch the glass.  
If the washer fluid tank is empty, do not operate the washer switch continually as the  
washer fluid pump may overheat.  
If a nozzle becomes blocked, do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle  
will be damaged. Contact your Toyota dealer.  
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HEADLIGHT CLEANER SWITCH  
Washer fluid can be sprayed on the  
headlights.  
The headlight cleaners can be operated  
when The ENGINE START STOP switch is  
in IGNITION ON mode and the headlight  
switch is turned on.  
Press the switch to clean the headlights.  
Windscreen washer linked operation  
When the windscreen washer is operated with the ENGINE START STOP switch in  
IGNITION ON mode and the headlights on, the headlight cleaners will operate once. Refer  
to “Windscreen wipers and washers” on page 115.  
NOTICE  
When the washer fluid tank is empty  
Do not press the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may overheat.  
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Using other driving systems  
CRUISE CONTROL  
The cruise control system is designed to maintain a set cruising speed without requiring  
the driver to operate the accelerator.  
Within the limits of the engine’s  
capabilities, cruising speed can be set and  
maintained above 40 km/h up or down  
grades. However, changes in vehicle speed  
may occur on steeper grades.  
1. Instrument cluster indicators  
2. Cruise control switch  
CAUTION  
To help maintain maximum control of your vehicle, do nuse the cruise control when  
driving in heavy or varying traffic, on slippery (rainy, or snow-covered) or winding  
roads, on roads with sharp bends, while towing a trailer or during emergency towing.  
Avoid vehicle speed increases when driving downhill. If the vehicle speed is too fast in  
relation to the cruise control set speed, ccel the cruise control and then downshift the  
transmission to use engine braking to slow down.  
Turning the system on and off  
Press the cruise control ON–OFF button  
to turn the cruise control system on. The  
cruise control indicator n the instrument  
cluster will illuminate to indicate the cruise  
control is operational.  
Pressing the ON–OFF button again turns  
the system off.  
When the system is turned off, cruising  
speed must be reset when the cruise  
control is turned on again.  
CAUTION  
To avoid accidentally engaging the cruise control, turn the system off when it is not in  
use. Make sure the cruise control indicator is off.  
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Setting the cruising speed  
Set the transmission in D position, or in  
range 4 or higher if S mode is selected.  
Bring your vehicle to the desired speed  
above 40 km/h.  
Push the lever down in the –SET direction  
and release it.  
•
The SET indicator on the instrument  
cluster will illuminate and the vehicle  
speed will be set.  
You can now take your foot off the  
accelerator pedal.  
If the speed is not satisfactory, operate the lever until the desired speed is obtained.  
Fine adjustment:  
1. Tap the lever up to increase speed, or  
2. Tap the lever down to decrease speed.  
•
Each tap changes the speed by 1.6 km/h.  
Large adjustment:  
1. Hold the lever up to increase speed, or  
2. Hold the lever down to decrease speed.  
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Release the lever when the desired  
speed is obtained.  
If you need acceleration – for example, when overtaking – depress the accelerator  
pedal enough for the vehicle to exceed the set speed. When you release the  
accelerator pedal, the vehicle will return to the speed set prior to the acceleration.  
The set speed can o be increased without cancelling the cruise control by  
accelerating the vehicle to the desired speed and then pushing the lever down (–SET).  
Cancelling and resuming the cruise control  
Temporary cancellation of the cruise  
control allows the set cruising speed to be  
retained in memory while the cruise control  
system remains on.  
1. Pull the lever toward you to cancel the  
set speed control.  
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The set speed is also cancelled when  
the brakes are applied.  
•
The cruise control indicator remains  
on to indicate the system is still in  
operation.  
2. To resume the set speed control, push the lever up in the +RES direction.  
Resuming is available when the vehicle speed is more than approximately 40 km/h.  
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INFORMATION  
Automatic cruise control cancellation  
The cruise control system will stop maintaining the vehicle speed in any of the following  
situations.  
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The actual vehicle speed falls more than approximately 16 km/h below the preset  
vehicle speed.  
At this time, the memorised set speed is not retained.  
THe actual vehicle speed is below approximately 40 km/h.  
The VSC system is activated.  
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If CHECK CRUISE CONTROL is displayed on the multi-information display  
Press the ON-OFF button once to deactivate the system, and then press the button again  
to reactivate the system.  
•
If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise contol cancels immediately  
after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cuise control system. Have  
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.  
REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM  
The rear view monitor system assists  
the driver by displaying an image of the  
view behind the vehicle while backing up.  
The image is displayed in reverse on the  
audio / navigation screen which allows the  
image to appear in the same mannes  
that of the rear view mirror.  
To display the rear view image on the  
screen, place the shift levr in the R  
position when the ignition switch is in  
the ON position (vehicles with standard  
type ignition switch) or the ENGINE  
START STOP switch is in IGNITION ON  
mode (vehicles with smart entry and start  
system).  
If you move the shift lever out of the R  
position, the screen returns to the previous  
screen. Operating another function of the  
audio system or navigation system will  
display another screen.  
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NOTICE  
The rear view monitor system is a supplementary device intended to assist in reversing  
the vehicle safely. When reversing, ensure to check behind and all around the vehicle  
visually.  
CAUTION  
•
Never depend on the rear view monitor system entirely when reversing. Always  
make sure your intended path is clear. The rear view monitor system is designed  
to be of assistance when reversing only and does not replace the need to visually  
check the area around the vehicle when reversing to avoid injury or any other  
damage.  
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Use caution, just as you would when reversing any vehicle.  
The guide lines are ancillary lines and do not change even he steering wheel is  
turned.  
•
Never reverse while looking only at the screen. The image on the screen is different  
from actual conditions. Depicted distances between objects and flat surfaces will  
differ from actual distance. If you reverse while oking only at the screen, you may  
hit a vehicle, a person or an object. When rersing, always check behind and all  
around the vehicle visually and with mirrors before proceeding. The image on the  
screen may be inaccurate in the following ways:  
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The distances depicted betwn objects and flat surfaces will differ from actual  
distances  
If the temperature changes rapidly, such as when hot water is poured on the  
vehicle in cold weather, the system may not operate normally  
If the camera lens becomes dirty, it cannot transmit a clear image. If water  
droplets, snowr mud adhere to the lens, rinse with water and wipe with a soft  
cloth. If the lens is extremely dirty, wash it with a mild cleanser and rinse  
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When the outside temperature is low or the system is cold, the displayed image  
may become faint or dark, and moving images will be distorted, or not entirely  
visible  
If the back of the vehicle is damaged, the position and mounting angle of the  
camera may change. Have the camera’s position and mounting angle checked  
at your Toyota dealer  
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If the boot lid is not completely closed  
As the camera has a water proof construction, do not detach, disassemble or  
modify it. This may cause incorrect operation  
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Do not allow organic solvent, car wax, window cleaner or glass coat to adhere to  
the camera. If this happens, wipe off as soon as possible  
When replacing the tyres, please consult your Toyota dealer. If you replace the tyres, the  
area displayed on the screen may change.  
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Rear view monitor guide lines  
Guide lines are displayed on the monitor.  
1. Vehicle width extension guide lines.  
These lines indicate the estimated  
vehicle width extension.  
2. Distance guide line.  
This line indicates a position on the  
ground about 1 m behind the rear  
bumper of your vehicle.  
3. Distance guide line (red).  
This line indicates a position on the  
ground about 0.5 m behind the rear  
bumper of your vehicle.  
4. Vehicle centre guide lines.  
These lines indicate the estimated  
vehicle centre on the ground.  
Displayed area  
The area detected by the camera is limited.  
Objects which are close to either corner of  
the bumper or are under the bumper may  
not be seen on the screen.  
The area displayed on the screen may vary  
according to vehicle orientation or road  
conditions.  
The camera uses a special lens.  
The distance of the image that appears on  
the screen differs from the actual distance.  
Corners of bumper  
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Driving precautions  
When the grade behind the vehicle slopes  
up sharply, objects appear to be farther  
away than they actually are.  
When the grade behind the vehicle slopes  
down sharply, objects appear to be closer  
than they actually are.  
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The distance between three-dimensional  
objects (such as another vehicle) and  
flat surfaces (such as the road) appears  
different on the screen as follows.  
Approx. 1 m  
In reality, A and C are the same distance  
from the vehicle, while B is farther away.  
However, on the screen, the situation  
appears to be A is closer than B which  
appears closer than C. On the screen,  
it appears that a truck is parked  
approximately 1 m away.  
In reality if you back up to point A, you will  
hit the truck.  
Rear view monitor system camera  
The rear view monitor system camera is  
located on the boot lid as shown in the  
illustration.  
In the following cases, it may become  
difficult to see the images on the screen,  
even when the system is functioning
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In the dark, such as at night.  
When the temperature near the lens is  
high or low.  
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When water droplets are adhering to  
the camera, or when humidity is high,  
such as when it rains.  
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When foreign matter, such as snow or mud is adhering to the camera.  
When the sun or the beam of headlights is shining directly into the camera lens.  
When the camera has scratches or dirt on it.  
When the camera is used under fluorescent lights, sodium lights, mercury lights, etc.,  
the lights and the illuminated areas may appear to flicker.  
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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  
approximate 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.  
2. Rear corner sensors.  
CAUTION  
The Toyota parking assist-sensor is designed to be of assistance only when parking and  
does not replace the need to visally check the area around the vehicle when parking to  
avoid injury or other danger.  
Parking assist-sensor itch  
With the ENGINE SART STOP switch  
in IGNITION ON mode, push the parking  
assist-sensor switch.  
The indicator light on the switch comes on  
indicating the parking assist-sensor is on.  
Pushing the switch again will turn the  
parking assist-sensor off.  
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Display  
When the sensors detect an obstacle, a  
graphic is shown on the multi-information  
display depending on the position and  
distance to the obstacle.  
1. Front corner sensor operation.  
2. Rear corner sensor operation.  
Distance display and buzzer  
When a sensor detects an obstacle, the direction of and the approximate distance to the  
obstacle are displayed and the buzzer sounds.  
Front corner sensors−  
Approximate distance to  
Multi-information display  
Buzzer  
obstacle  
50 to 40 cm  
Medium  
40 to 30 cm  
Fast  
Less than 30 cm  
Continuous  
Rear corner sensors−  
Approximate distance to  
obstacle  
Multi-information display  
Buzzer  
60 to 45 cm  
45 to 30 cm  
Medium  
Fast  
Less than 30 cm  
Continuous  
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Detection range of sensors  
1. Approximately 50 cm.  
2. Approximately 60 cm.  
The diagram shows the detection range of  
the sensors. Note that the sensors cannot  
detect obstacles that are extremely close to  
the vehicle.  
The range of the sensors may change  
depending on the shape of the object etc.  
CAUTION  
The Toyota parking assist-sensor manot detect the following:  
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Thin objects such as wire or rope  
Sound wave absorbing obts such as cotton or snow  
Objects with a sharp edge  
Tall objects with the upper part projected  
Shorter objects  
Always visually check the area around the vehicle when parking.  
CAUTION  
To avoid an accident or injury, observe the following instructions, and then drive slowly  
using the brakes while visually confirming a safe distance around your vehicle.  
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Do not use the sensors at speeds in excess of 10 km/h.  
The sensor detection range is limited around the bumper. Always visually confirm  
safety outside the sensor detection.  
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It might take time for the sensors to detect obstacles.  
Depending on the shape of the obstacle, indicators or beeps may not warn you  
correctly, and the detection range may also be shortened.  
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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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CAUTION  
The Toyota parking assist-sensor may not work correctly in the following cases:  
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When the bumper is damaged. Contact your Toyota dealer  
When the part near the sensors is subjected to a strong impact  
When an accessory is installed within the sensor detection range  
Towing eyelet is installed  
When snowflakes or mud gets on the sensors.  
(If removed, the parking assist-sensor will work correctly)  
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A sensor is frozen  
When water is splashed from a high pressure car wash or there is steam on the  
sensors  
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When a sensor is covered in any way  
When the vehicle is tilted  
In extreme hot or cold weather (In extreme cold weather, the error display appears  
and the parking assist-sensor becomes inoperative)  
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In harsh sunlight  
When driving on bumpy roads, slopes, gravelled roads or grass  
When devices issuing ultrasonic waves are perated around your vehicle, such  
as the horns from other vehicles, motorcycle engines, the air braking sound from  
heavy vehicles, etc  
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When another vehicle equipped with ultrasonic sensors gets close to your vehicle  
When heavy rain or water is splashed over the vehicle.  
(Drive carefully as the braking distance may be affected)  
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When a radio antenna mounted on your vehicle  
When you are drivng towards a tall curb stone or curb stone at right angles  
The detection range for an object such as a traffic sign may be shortened  
An object just under the bumper may not be detected. Although when an object  
lower than the location of the sensors is detected, the detection might be stopped  
when your vehicle gets closer to the object  
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When an obstacle is very close to the sensors  
A non-genuine Toyota suspension (lowered suspension etc.) is installed  
Customisable features that can be modified  
For further information refer to “Customisable features” on page 333.  
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BLIND SPOT MONITOR (BSM)  
The blind spot monitor is a system that assists the driver in making the decision to change  
lanes.  
The system uses radar sensors to detect vehicles that are travelling in an adjacent lane  
within the area not reflected in the outside rear view mirror (the blind spot), and advises  
the driver of the vehicle’s existence via an outside rear view mirror indicator.  
1. BSM main switch:  
Pressing the switch turns the system on or off. When the switch is set to on, the  
switch’s indicator illuminates.  
2. Outside rear view mirror indicator:  
When a vehicle is dected in the blind spot, the outside rear view mirror indicator on  
that side illumates.  
If the turn signal lever is operated when a vehicle is in the blind spot, the outside rear  
view mirror indicator flashes.  
INFORMATION  
The blind spot monitor is operational when:  
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The BSM main switch is set to on and vehicle speed is greater than about 40 km/h.  
The blind spot monitor will detect a vehicle when:  
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A vehicle in an adjacent lane overtakes your vehicle  
Another vehicle enters the vehicle’s detection area when it changes lanes.  
Towing  
When towing, Toyota recommends that the Blind Spot Monitor System is turned OFF to  
prevent unnecessary warning activation.  
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Blind spot monitor detection areas  
The range of the blind spot area where  
other vehicles can be detected in extends  
to:  
1. Approximately 3.5 metres from the  
side of your vehicle.  
The first 0.5 metres from the side of  
your vehicle is not in the detection  
area.  
2. Approximately 3 metres from your rear  
bumper.  
3. Approximately 1 metre forward of your  
rear bumper.  
CAUTION  
Cautions regarding the use of the system  
The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking care to  
observe your surroundings.  
Use the blind spot monitor in conjunction with the drivers own visual confirmation of  
safety. The blind spot monr is a supplementary system which alerts the driver that a  
vehicle is present in thblind spot. The system cannot judge if it is safe to change lanes,  
therefore over-reliance could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.  
According to conditions, the system may not function correctly.  
For information on conditions under which the blind spot monitor may not function  
correctly refer below.  
Conditions under which the blind spot monitor will not detect a vehicle  
The blind spot monitor is not designed to detect the following types of vehicles and/or  
objects:  
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Vehicles travelling from the opposite direction  
Small motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, etc.*  
Guardrails, walls, signs, parked vehicles and similar stationary objects*  
Following vehicles that are in the same lane*  
Vehicles driving two lanes across from your vehicle*  
*: Depending on conditions, detection of a vehicle and/or object may occur.  
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Conditions under which the blind spot monitor may not function correctly  
The blind spot monitor may not detect vehicles correctly in the following situations:  
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During bad weather such as heavy rain, fog or snow, etc.  
When ice or mud, etc. is attached to the rear bumper  
When driving on a road surface that is wet due to rain or standing water, etc.  
When there is a significant difference in speed between your vehicle and the vehicle  
that enters the detection area  
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When a vehicle is in the detection area from a stop and remains in the detection area  
as your vehicle accelerates  
When driving up or down consecutive steep inclines, such as hills or a dip in the road,  
etc.  
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When multiple vehicles approach with only a small gap between each vehicle  
When vehicle lanes are wide and the vehicle in the next lane s too far away from your  
vehicle  
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When the vehicle that enters the detection area is travelling at about the same speed  
as your vehicle  
When there is a significant difference in height between your vehicle and the vehicle  
that enters the detection area  
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Directly after the BSM switch is set to on  
When towing a trailer  
When items such as a bicycle carrier are installed on the rear of the vehicle  
Instances of the blind spot monir detecting a vehicle and/or object unnecessarily may  
increase under the following conditions:  
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When there is only a short distance between your vehicle and a guardrail or wall, etc.  
When there is ony a short distance between your vehicle and a following vehicle  
When vehicle lanes are narrow and a vehicle driving two lanes across from your  
vehicle enters the detection area  
The outside rear view mirror indicator’s visibility  
When under strong sunlight, the outside rear view mirror indicator may be difficult to see.  
When there is a malfunction in the system  
If a system malfunction is detected due to any of the following reasons, a BSM warning  
message will be displayed in the multi-information display:  
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There is a malfunction with the sensors  
The sensors have become dirty  
The outside temperature is extremely high or low  
The sensor voltage is abnormal  
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NOTICE  
Handling the radar sensor  
One blind spot monitor is installed inside the left-hand and right-hand side of the vehicle  
rear bumper respectively. Observe the following to ensure the blind spot monitor can  
function correctly.  
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Keep the sensor and its surrounding  
area on the bumper clean at all  
times.  
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Do not subject the sensor or  
surrounding area on the bumper to  
a strong impact. If the sensor moves  
even slightly off position, the system  
may malfunction and vehicles that  
enter the detection area may not be  
detected. If the sensor or  
surrounding area is subject to a  
strong impact, always have the area  
inspected by your Toyota dealer.  
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Do not disassemble the sensor.  
Do not attach accessories or stickers to the ensor or surrounding area on the  
bumper bar.  
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Do not modify the sensor or surrounding area on the bumper bar.  
Do not paint the sensor or surrounding area on the bumper.  
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DRIVING ASSIST SYSTEMS  
To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following driving assist systems  
operate automatically in response to various situations while the vehicle is being driven.  
Be aware, however, these systems should be used as a supplementary aid and the driver  
should not rely on these systems in place of the driver’s own judgement and observations.  
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Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)  
Helps to prevent wheel lock when the brakes are applied suddenly, or if the brakes are  
applied while driving on a slippery road surface.  
Brake Assist  
Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal is depressed when  
the system detects a panic stop situation.  
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)  
Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or turning on slippery  
road surfaces.  
Traction Control (TRC)  
Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the drive wheels from spinning when  
starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery rads.  
Electric Power Steering (EPS)  
Employs an electric motor to reduce the amount of effort needed to turn the steering  
wheel.  
When the VSC and/or TRC systems are operating  
If the vehicle is in danger of slipping or if  
any of the drive wheels spins, the slip  
indicator flashes to indicate te SC / TRC  
systems are operating.  
The slip indicator along with an ABS warning light and EPS warning light illuminate  
for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to ON (vehicles with standard type  
ignition switch) or the ENGINE START STOP switch is pressed to IGNITION ON mode  
(vehicles with smart start and entry system).  
If the indicator and warning lights do not illuminate when the ignition is turned on, or if  
they remain illuminated and do not go off, contact your Toyota dealer.  
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INFORMATION  
Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, VSC and TRC systems  
A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is started or just  
after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate that a malfunction has  
occurred in any of these systems.  
Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are operating. None  
of these indicate that a malfunction has occurred.  
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Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.  
A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.  
The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after the ABS is activated.  
The brake pedal may move down slightly after the ABS is activated.  
EPS operation sound.  
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When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be  
heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.  
Reduced effectiveness of the EPS system.  
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The effectiveness of the EPS system is reduced to event the system from  
overheating when there is frequent steering inpover an extended period of time.  
The steering wheel may feel heavy as a result.  
Should this occur, refrain from excessivsteering input or stop the vehicle and turn  
the engine off. The EPS system shod return to normal within 10 minutes.  
If it does not, contact your Toyota dealer.  
CAUTION  
The ABS does not operaeffectively when  
Tyres with inadequate ripping ability are used (such as excessively worn tyres on a  
snow covered road).  
The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads.  
Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of normal conditions  
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always maintain a  
safe distance from the vehicle in front of you in the following situations:  
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When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads  
When driving with tyre chains  
When driving over bumps in the road  
When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces  
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CAUTION  
TRC may not operate effectively when  
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slippery road  
surfaces, even if the TRC system is operating.  
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.  
When the VSC is activated  
The slip indicator flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may cause an  
accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator flashes.  
Replacing tyres  
Make sure that all tyres are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern and total load  
capacity. In addition, make sure the tyres are inflated to the recommended tyre inflation  
pressure level.  
The ABS, TRC and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tyres are installed  
on the vehicle.  
Contact your Toyota dealer for further information when replacing tyres or wheels.  
Handling of tyres and the suspension  
Using tyres with any kind of problem or modifyinthe suspension will affect the driving  
assist systems and may cause the system to malfunction.  
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Driving Information  
RUNNING-IN PERIOD  
To extend the life of your vehicle the following precautions are recommended:  
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For the first 300 km:  
Avoid sudden or hard stops  
For the first 800 km:  
Do not tow a trailer  
For the first 1000 km:  
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Avoid full throttle acceleration when starting and driving  
Avoid over-revving the engine  
Do not drive for a long time at any single speed, either fast or slow  
PRE-TRIP SAFETY CHECK  
It is a good idea to do a safety check before starting out on a trip. A few minutes of  
checking can help ensure safe and pleasant driving. Just a basic familiarity with your  
vehicle is required and a careful eye!  
Items to check include, but are not limited to:  
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Tyre condition and pressure (including the spare wheel).  
Fluid levels. If the vehicle has been parked for while check for fluid leaking  
underneath the vehicle. (Water dripping frohe air conditioner after use is normal).  
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All lights operate normally.  
No indicators or warning lights remaiilluminated once the vehicle has been started.  
Any other items or noises that appear abnormal.  
If you would like, your Toyota deaer will be pleased to make this check for you at a  
nominal cost.  
ECO FRIENDLY DRIVIN
Your Toyota is fitted with an Eco Driving  
indicator to help you maximise fuel  
economy / minimise fuel consumption and  
your impact on the environment.  
During eco-friendly acceleration (eco  
driving) the indicator will illuminate. If  
the acceleration exceeds the zone of eco  
driving, and when the vehicle is stopped,  
the indicator turns off.  
Eco Driving Indicator Light will not operate  
in the following conditions:  
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The shift lever is in anything other than D position.  
The paddle shift switch is used (if equipped).  
The vehicle speed is approximately 130 km/h or higher.  
For further information refer to “Customising vehicle features” on page 105.  
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INFORMATION WHEN DRIVING IN VARIOUS CONDITIONS  
CAUTION  
When starting the vehicle  
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Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running.  
This prevents the vehicle from creeping.  
When driving the vehicle  
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Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accelerator  
pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal.  
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Accidentally depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the brake pedal will  
result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident that could result in  
death or serious injury  
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When reversing, you may twist your body around, leading to difficulty operating  
the pedals  
Maintain the correct driving posture even when moving the vehicle only slightly.  
This allows you to depress the brake and accelerator pedals correctly  
Depress the brake pedal using your right fo. Depressing the brake pedal using  
your left foot may delay response in an emergency, resulting in an accident  
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Do not drive the vehicle over, or stop the vehicle near, flammable materials such as  
long grass, etc. The exhaust system anexhaust gases can be extremely hot. These  
hot parts may cause a fire if there is ny flammable material nearby.  
Do not let the vehicle roll backward while the shift lever is in a driving position, or  
roll forward while the shift lever is in R position. Doing so may cause the engine  
to stall or lead to poor braand steering performance, resulting in an accident or  
damage to the vehicle.  
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If the smell of exhaust is noticed inside the vehicle, open the windows and check  
the boot lid is clsed. Large amounts of exhaust in the vehicle can cause driver  
drowsiness and an accident, resulting in death or a serious health hazard. Have the  
vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.  
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Do not move the shift lever to P position while the vehicle is moving. Doing so can  
damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control.  
Do not move the shift lever to R position while the vehicle is moving forward. Doing  
so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control.  
Do not move the shift lever to D position while the vehicle is moving backward.  
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control.  
Moving the shift lever to N position while the vehicle is moving will disengage the  
engine from the transmission. Engine braking is not available when N position is  
selected.  
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CAUTION  
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During normal driving, do not turn the engine off. Turning the engine off while  
driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the power assist to  
these systems will be lost, making it more difficult to steer and brake. Pull over and  
stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. In the event of an emergency, such  
as if it becomes impossible to stop the vehicle in the normal way, refer to “If your  
vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency” on page 321.  
Use engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving down a  
steep hill, refer to page 77 or page 81.  
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose  
effectiveness.  
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Do not adjust the positions of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or outside  
rear view mirrors while driving. Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control that  
can cause an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.  
Always check that all passenger’s arms, heads or other parts of their body are not  
outside the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury.  
When driving on slippery road surfaces  
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Sudden braking, acceleration and steering may use tyre slippage and reduce  
your ability to control the vehicle, resulting in an accident.  
Sudden changes in engine speed, such as engine braking caused by upshifting or  
down-shifting, may cause the vehiclto skid, resulting in an accident.  
After driving through a puddle, lightly depress the brake pedal to make sure the  
brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent the brakes from  
functioning properly. If the brakes on only one side are wet and not functioning  
properly, steering contromay be affected, resulting in an accident.  
When shifting the shift leer  
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Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed. Shifting  
the shift lever to a gear other than P or N may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration  
of the vehicle that may cause an accident and result in death or serious injury.  
If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear indicators)  
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Have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Toyota dealer as soon as  
possible. Rotor damage may result if the pads are not replaced when needed.  
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads and/or  
those of the brake discs are exceeded.  
When the vehicle is stopped  
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Do not over-rev the engine. If the vehicle is in any gear other than P or N, the vehicle  
may accelerate suddenly and unexpectedly, causing an accident.  
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Do not leave the vehicle with the engine running for a long time. If such a situation  
cannot be avoided, park the vehicle in an open space and check that exhaust fumes  
do not enter the vehicle interior.  
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CAUTION  
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In order to prevent accidents due to the vehicle rolling away, always keep  
depressing the brake pedal while the engine is running, and apply the parking  
brake as necessary.  
If the vehicle is stopped on an incline, in order to prevent accidents caused by the  
vehicle rolling forward or backward, always depress the brake pedal and securely  
apply the parking brake as needed.  
Avoid revving or racing the engine. Running the engine at high speed while the  
vehicle is stopped may cause the exhaust system to overheat, which could result in  
a fire if combustible material is nearby.  
When the vehicle is parked  
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Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink cans in the vehicle  
when it is in the sun. Doing so may result in the following:  
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Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter or spray can, and may lead to a fire  
The temperature inside the vehicle may cause the plastic lenses and plastic  
material of glasses to deform or crack  
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Soft drink cans may fracture, causing the contents to spray over the interior  
of the vehicle, and may also cause a short circuit in the vehicle’s electrical  
components  
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Do not leave cigarette lighters in the vehicle. If a cigarette lighter is in a place such  
as the glove box or on the floor, imay be lit accidentally when luggage is loaded or  
the seat is adjusted, causing a fire.  
Do not attach adhesive disto the windscreen or windows. Do not place  
containers such as air fresheners on the instrument panel or dashboard.  
Adhesive discs or containers may act as lenses, causing a fire in the vehicle.  
Do not leave a dor or window open if the curved glass is coated with a metallised  
film such as a silver-coloured one. Reflected sunlight may cause the glass to act as  
a lens, causing a fire.  
Always apply the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P position, stop the engine  
and lock the vehicle.  
Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the engine is running.  
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Do not touch the exhaust pipes while the engine is running or immediately after  
turning the engine off. Doing so may cause burns.  
Do not leave the engine running in an area with snow build-up, or where it is  
snowing. If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the engine is running,  
exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious  
health hazard.  
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CAUTION  
Exhaust gases  
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Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (CO), which is colourless and  
odourless. Inhaling exhaust gases may lead to death or a serious health hazard.  
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If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area, stop the engine. In a closed area, such as  
a garage, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death  
or a serious health hazard.  
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The exhaust system should be checked occasionally. If there is a hole or crack  
caused by corrosion, damage to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise, have the vehicle  
inspected and repaired by your Toyota dealer. Failure to do so may allow exhaust  
gases to enter the vehicle, resulting in death or a serious health hazard.  
When taking a nap in the vehicle  
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Always turn the engine off. Otherwise, if you accidentally move e shift lever or  
depress the accelerator pedal, this could cause an accident or fire due to engine  
overheating. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked in a porly ventilated area, exhaust  
gases may collect and enter the vehicle, leading to deah or a serious health hazard.  
When braking  
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When the brakes are wet, drive more cautiously. Braking distance increases when  
the brakes are wet, and this may cause one ide of the vehicle to brake differently  
than the other side. Also, the parking brke may not securely hold the vehicle.  
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If the power brake assist function dos not operate, do not follow other vehicles  
closely and avoid hills or sharp turns that require braking.  
In this case, braking is still poible, but the brake pedal should be depressed more  
firmly than usual. Also, the braking distance will increase.  
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Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls. Each push on the brake pedal  
uses up the reserve or the power-assisted brakes.  
The brake system consists of two individual hydraulic systems; if one of the  
systems fails, the other will still operate. In this case, the brake pedal should be  
depressed more firmly than usual and the braking distance will increase.  
If this happens, do not continue to drive the vehicle. Have your brakes fixed  
immediately.  
NOTICE  
When driving the vehicle  
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Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during driving, as  
this may restrain driving torque.  
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Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the  
same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.  
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NOTICE  
Engine speed while driving  
In the following conditions, the engine speed may become high while driving. This is  
due to automatic up-shifting control or down-shifting implementation to meet driving  
conditions. It dose not indicate sudden acceleration.  
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The vehicle is judged to be driving uphill or downhill.  
When the accelerator pedal is released.  
When parking the vehicle  
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Always move the shift lever to P position. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to  
move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is accidentally  
depressed.  
Avoiding damage to vehicle parts  
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Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for an  
extended period of time. Doing so may damage the power steering motor.  
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When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid damaging  
the wheels or underside of the vehicle, etc.  
If you get a flat tyre while driving  
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A flat or damaged tyre may cause the folowing situations. Hold the steering wheel  
firmly and gradually depress the brake pdal to slow down the vehicle.  
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It may be difficult to control ur vehicle  
The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations  
The vehicle will lean abormally  
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For information on how to change a flat tyre refer to page 306.  
When encountering flded roads  
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Do not drive oa road that has flooded after heavy rain, etc. Doing so may cause  
the following serious damage to the vehicle:  
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Engine stalling  
A short circuit in electrical components  
Engine damage caused by water immersion  
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In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, have your  
Toyota dealer check the following:  
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Brake function  
Changes in quantity and quality of engine oil, and transaxle fluid, etc.  
Lubricant condition of the bearings and suspension joints (where possible) and  
the function of all joints and bearings, etc.  
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WINTER DRIVING TIPS  
Perform the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the vehicle in winter.  
Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions.  
Driving in the rain  
Drive carefully when it is raining as visibility will be reduced and the windows may become  
fogged-up.  
Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be especially slippery.  
Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain, because there may  
be a layer of water between the tyres and the road surface that could cause the vehicle to  
hydra-plane, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.  
Pre-winter preparations  
Use the following fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside temperatures:  
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Engine oil  
Engine coolant  
Washer fluid  
Have your Toyota dealer check the engine coolant and inpect the level and specific gravity  
of battery electrolyte.  
If required, have the vehicle fitted with four snow tyres, or purchase a set of tyre chains for  
the front tyres.  
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Ensure that all tyres are the same sizand brand, and the chains match the size of the  
tyres.  
Before driving the vehicle  
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.  
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Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour warm water  
over the frozen area to elt the ice.  
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Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.  
To ensure correct operation of the climate control system fan, remove any snow that  
has accumulated on the air inlet vents in front of the windscreen.  
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Remove any ice that has accumulated on the vehicle chassis.  
Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accumulated  
in the wheel-well or on the brakes.  
When driving the vehicle  
Accelerate the vehicle slowly and drive at a reduced speed suitable to the road conditions.  
When parking the vehicle  
Where there is a chance the parking brake may freeze up, park the vehicle and move the  
shift lever to P position without setting the parking brake. If the parking brake freezes it  
may not release. If necessary, block the wheels to prevent inadvertent sliding or creeping.  
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INSTALLING SNOW TYRES AND CHAINS  
When to use snow tyres or chains  
Snow tyres or chains are recommended when driving on snow or ice.  
On wet or dry roads, conventional tyres provide better traction than snow tyres.  
Snow tyre selection  
If you need snow tyres, select tyres of the same size, construction and load capacity as the  
originally installed tyres.  
Do not use tyres other than those mentioned above. Do not install studded tyres without  
first checking local regulations for possible restrictions.  
CAUTION  
Do not use snow tyres other than the manufacturer’s recommended size, as this may  
cause dangerous handling characteristics resulting in loss of control. Otherwise, an  
accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries.  
Snow tyre installation  
Installing snow tyres on the front wheels only can leato an excessive difference in road  
grip capability between the front and rear tyres, wch could cause loss of vehicle control.  
When storing removed tyres, you should store them in a cool dry place.  
Mark the direction of rotation and ensure to intall them in the same direction when  
replacing.  
CAUTION  
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Snow tyres should be installed on all wheels of the vehicle.  
Do not drive with the snow tyres incorrectly inflated.  
Observe permissible maximum speed for your snow tyres and the legal speed limit  
(whichever is lower).  
Tyre chain selection  
Use the tyre chains of the correct type and  
size.  
1. Diameter of side chain...............3.0 mm  
2. Width of side chain...................10.0 mm  
3. Length of side chain.................30.0 mm  
4. Diameter of cross chain.............4.0 mm  
5. Width of cross chain.................14.0 mm  
6. Length of cross chain...............25.0 mm  
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NOTICE  
If the wrong combination of tyre and chain is used, the chains could damage the vehicle  
body and/or not achieve their intended outcome.  
Chain installation  
Install the chains on the front tyres as tightly as possible. Do not use tyre chains on the  
rear tyres. Retighten chains after driving 0.5 – 1.0 km.  
When installing chains on your tyres, carefully follow the instructions of the chain  
manufacturer.  
If wheel covers are used, they will be scratched by the chain band, so remove the covers  
before putting on the chains.  
CAUTION  
Do not use tyre chains on the rear tyres.  
When using tyre chains:  
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Do not exceed 50 km/h or the chain manufacturer’s recommended speed limit,  
whichever is lower  
Drive carefully avoiding bumps, holes, and sharp turns, which may cause the  
vehicle to bounce.  
Avoid sharp turns or locked-wheel brakig as use of chains may adversely affect  
vehicle handling  
Slow down before entering curves to avoid losing control of the vehicle, otherwise  
an accident may occur  
TRAILER TOWING  
Your vehicle is designed pimarily as a passenger-carrying vehicle. Towing a trailer will  
have an adverse effect on handling, performance, braking, durability and driving economy  
(fuel consumption, etc.).  
Your safety and satisfaction depend on the correct use of equipment and cautious driving  
habits.  
NOTICE  
For your safety and the safety of others, you must not overload your vehicle or trailer.  
Toyota warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by towing a trailer for  
commercial purposes.  
Ask your local Toyota dealer for further details before towing, as there are additional  
legal requirements in some countries.  
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Weight limits  
Before towing make sure that all of the following are within the specified limits:  
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Total trailer weight  
Gross vehicle weight  
Gross axle weight  
Vertical tow ball load  
The total trailer weight and vertical tow ball load can be measured with platform scales  
which are located at such places as a public weighbridge.  
CAUTION  
The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo load) must not exceed 1600 kg.  
Trailer tow bar assemblies have different weight capacities established by the tow bar  
manufacturer. The operator must determine the maximum weigrating of the particular  
tow bar assembly, even though the vehicle may be physically capable of towing a greater  
weight, and never exceed the maximum weight rating specified for the trailer tow bar.  
Exceeding the maximum weight rating set by the trailer tow bar manufacturer can cause  
vehicle damage or an accident resulting in serious personal injuries.  
The gross vehicle weight must not exceed 2100 kg  
The gross vehicle weight is the sum of weigs of the:  
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Unloaded vehicle  
Driver  
Passengers  
Luggage  
Tow bar  
Trailer vertical tw ball load  
Any special equipment installed on your vehicle.  
The load on either the front or the rear axle resulting from distribution of the gross  
vehicle weight on both axles must not exceed:  
Front: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1045 kg  
Rear:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1075 kg  
INFORMATION  
Blind spot monitor  
When towing, Toyota recommends that the Blind Spot Monitor System is turned OFF to  
prevent unnecessary warning activation.  
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CAUTION  
The trailer cargo load should be distributed so the vertical tow ball load is 9 to 11% of the  
total trailer weight, not exceeding 160 kg.  
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Vertical tow ball load / total trailer weight x 100 = 9 to 11%  
Never load the trailer with more weight  
in the back than in the front. About 60%  
of the trailer load should be in the front  
half of the trailer and the remaining 40%  
in the rear.  
1. Total trailer weight.  
2. Vertical tow ball load.  
Tow bars  
Use only a tow bar which is recommended by the tow bamanufacturer and conforms to  
the total trailer weight requirement.  
Follow the directions supplied by the tow bar manufacturer, and bolt the tow bar securely  
to the vehicle. Lubricate the tow ball with a light at of grease.  
If removing the tow bar assembly, seal any mounting holes in the vehicle body to prevent  
entry of pollutants such as exhaust fumes, dirt or water.  
Brakes and safety chains  
Toyota recommends trailers with brakes conform to applicable Federal and State  
regulations.  
Safety chains must always bused between the towing vehicle and the trailer.  
Leave sufficient slack in the chains for turns.  
The chains should cross under the trailer coupling to prevent the trailer coupling from  
dropping to the ground in case it becomes damaged or the trailer separates from the  
vehicle.  
For correct safety chains procedures, follow the tow bar or trailer manufacturer’s  
recommendations.  
CAUTION  
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If the total trailer weight exceeds 500 kg, trailer brakes are required.  
Never tap into your vehicle’s hydraulic system as it would lower its braking  
effectiveness.  
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Never tow a trailer without using safety chains securely attached to both the trailer  
and the vehicle.  
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Tyres  
Ensure your vehicle’s tyres are correctly inflated. Refer to “Checking tyre inflation  
pressure” on page 267.  
The trailer tyres should be inflated to the pressure recommended by the trailer  
manufacturer in respect to the total trailer weight.  
Trailer lights  
Trailer lights must comply with federal and state regulations. See your Toyota dealer for  
the correct type of wiring and relays for your trailer.  
Check for correct operation of the turn signals and stop lights each time you attach  
the trailer. Direct splicing may damage your vehicle’s electrical system and cause a  
malfunction of your lights.  
Running-in schedule  
Toyota recommends that you do not tow a trailer with a new vehice or a vehicle with any  
new powertrain component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearing, etc.) for the  
first 800 km of driving.  
Maintenance  
If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more freqent maintenance due to the  
additional load. For this information, please refer tthe scheduled maintenance  
information in the Warranty and Service Book.  
Retighten all fixing bolts of the tow ball antow bar after approximately 1000 km of trailer  
driving.  
Pre-towing safety check  
Check your vehicle remains levehen a loaded or unloaded trailer is attached. Do not  
drive if the vehicle has an abnormal nose-up or nose-down condition, and check for  
incorrect vertical tow ball load, overload, load distribution of the vehicle or trailer, worn  
suspension or other possible causes.  
Make sure the trailer cargo is securely loaded so that it cannot shift.  
Check your rear view mirrors conform to any applicable federal and state regulations. If  
not, install the rear view mirrors required for the towing purposes.  
Trailer towing tips  
CAUTION  
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When towing a trailer, your vehicle will handle differently than when not towing.  
The three main causes of vehicle trailer accidents are driver error, excessive speed  
and incorrect trailer loading.  
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Before starting out, check operation of the lights and all vehicle-trailer connections.  
After driving a short distance, stop and recheck the lights and connections. Before  
actually towing a trailer, practice turning, stopping and backing with a trailer in an  
area away from traffic until you learn the feel of the vehicle.  
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Backing with a trailer is difficult and requires practice. Grip the bottom of the steering  
wheel and move your hand to the left to move the trailer to the left. Move your hand to  
the right to move the trailer to the right. (This procedure is generally opposite to that  
when backing without a trailer.)  
Also, just turn the steering wheel a little at a time, avoiding sharp or prolonged  
turning. Have someone guide you when backing to reduce the risk of an accident.  
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Because stopping distance may be increased, vehicle-to-vehicle distance should be  
increased when towing a trailer. For each 10 km/h of speed, allow at least one vehicle  
and trailer length between you and the vehicle ahead. Avoid sudden braking as you  
may skid, resulting in jack-knifing and loss of control. This is especially true on wet or  
slippery surfaces.  
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Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration.  
Avoid jerky steering and sharp turns. The trailer could hit your vehile in a tight turn.  
Slow down before making a turn to avoid the necessity of suddebraking.  
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Remember that when making a turn, the trailer wheels will be closer than the vehicle  
wheels to the inside of the turn. Therefore, compensate for this by making a larger  
than normal turning radius with your vehicle.  
Crosswinds and rough roads will adversely affect the handling of your vehicle  
and trailer, causing sway. Pay attention to the rear from time to time to prepare  
yourself for being passed by large trucks or ses, which may cause your vehicle  
and trailer to sway. If swaying happens, fimly grip the steering wheel and reduce  
speed immediately but gradually. Ner increase speed. If it is necessary to reduce  
speed, brake slowly. Steer straight ahead following the road. If you make no extreme  
correction with the steering or brakes, the vehicle and trailer will stabilise.  
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Be careful when passing other vehicles. Passing requires considerable distance. After  
passing a vehicle, do not forget the length of your trailer and ensure you have plenty  
of room before changinlanes.  
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In order to maintaiengine braking efficiency, do not use overdrive. The transmission  
shift range position must be in 5 or 4 in S mode.  
Because of the added load of the trailer, your vehicle’s engine may overheat on hot  
days (at temperatures over 30˚C) when going up a long or steep grade with a trailer. If  
the engine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating, immediately turn off the  
air conditioning (if in use), pull off the road and stop in a safe spot. Refer to “If your  
vehicle overheats” on page 319.  
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Always place wheel chocks under both the vehicle and trailer wheels when parking.  
Apply the parking brake firmly and put the transmission in P position. Avoid parking  
on a slope with a trailer, but if it cannot be avoided, do so only after performing the  
following.  
1. Apply the brakes and hold.  
2. Have someone place wheel chocks under both the vehicle and trailer wheels.  
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3. When the wheel blocks are in place, release your brakes slowly until the blocks  
absorb the load.  
4. Apply the parking brake firmly.  
5. Shift into P position and turn off the engine.  
When restarting out after parking on a slope:  
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1. With the transmission in P position, start the engine. Ensure to keep the brake  
pedal depressed.  
2. Shift into gear.  
3. Release the parking brake and foot brake, and slowly pull or back away from the  
wheel chocks. Stop and apply your brakes.  
4. Have someone retrieve the wheel chocks.  
CAUTION  
Observe the legal maximum speeds for trailer towing.  
Slow down and downshift before descending steep or long downhill grades. Do not  
make sudden downshifts.  
Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or too frequently. This could cause the  
brakes to overheat and result in reduced braking efficiency.  
CARGO AND LUGGAGE  
When stowing cargo or luggage in the vehicle, observe the following.  
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Put cargo or luggage in the boot when at all possible. Ensure all items are secured in  
place.  
Be careful to keep the vehicle balanced. Locating the weight as far forward as  
possible helps maiin balance.  
For better fuel conomy, do not carry unnecessary weight.  
CAUTION  
Never allow anyone to ride in the enlarged boot (when the rear seat is folded down).  
It is not designed for passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seatbelts  
correctly fastened. Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer death or serious injury  
in the event of sudden braking or a collision.  
To prevent cargo or luggage from sliding forward during braking, do not stack anything  
in the enlarged boot higher than the seatback. Keep cargo or luggage low, as close to  
the floor as possible.  
Do not place anything on the parcel shelf behind the rear seatback. Such items may  
be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or an  
accident.  
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CAUTION  
Do not drive with objects left on top of the instrument panel. They may interfere with  
the driver’s field of view. Or they may move during sharp vehicle acceleration or turning,  
and impair the driver’s control of the vehicle. In an accident they may injure the vehicle  
occupants.  
Items that must not be carried in the boot  
The following items may cause a fire if loaded in the boot:  
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Receptacles containing petrol  
Aerosol cans  
Storage precautions  
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.  
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Stow cargo and luggage in the boot whenever possible.  
Fold-down type rear seat: To prevent cargo and luggage from sling forward during  
braking, do not stack anything in the enlarged boot. Keep cargo and luggage low,  
as close to the floor as possible.  
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Fold-down type rear seat: When you fold down the rear seats, long items should not  
be placed directly behind the front seats.  
Fold-down type rear seat: Never allow anyone to ride in the enlarged boot. It is  
not designed for passengers. They should re in their seats with their seatbelts  
properly fastened. Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer death or serious  
bodily injury, in the event of sudden aking, sudden swerving or an accident.  
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Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations as the item may  
get under the clutch, brake or accelerator pedal and prevent the pedals from  
being depressed properly, block the driver’s vision, or hit the driver or passengers,  
causing an accident:  
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At the feet of the der  
On the front pssenger or rear seats (when stacking items)  
On the package tray  
On the instrument panel  
On the dashboard  
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Secure all items in the occupant compartment, as they may shift and injure  
someone during sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.  
Load and distribution  
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Do not overload your vehicle.  
Do not apply loads unevenly.  
Improper loading may cause deterioration of steering or braking control which  
may cause death or serious injury.  
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