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Stop & Start system (Smart Stop)

The Stop & Start system stops and restarts the engine according

to the brake pedal or shift lever operation (vehicles with a Multi-

drive), or clutch pedal operation (vehicles with a manual trans-

mission) when the vehicle is stopped.

Stop & Start system operation (vehicles with a Multidrive)

◆ When the shift lever is in D or M

■ Stopping the engine

While driving with the shift lever

in D or M, depress the brake

pedal, and stop the vehicle.

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The Stop & Start indicator will

come on.

■ Restarting the engine

Release the brake pedal.

The Stop & Start indicator will turn off.

∗: If equipped

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◆ When the shift lever is shifted to P or N

■ Stopping the engine

1

Depress the brake pedal,

and stop the vehicle.

2

Shift the shift lever to P or N.

(→P. 223)

The Stop & Start indicator will

come on.

If the shift lever is shifted to P or

N from D or M while the engine

is stopped by the Stop & Start

system, the engine will remain

stopped.

■ Restarting the engine

Shift the shift lever to D, M, or R. (→P. 223)

Depress the brake pedal while shifting the shift lever.

The Stop & Start indicator will turn off.

Stop & Start system operation

(vehicles with a manual transmission)

■ Stopping the engine

1

With the clutch pedal fully

depressed,

depress

the

brake pedal, and stop the

vehicle.

2

Shift the shift lever to N (→P.

228), and release the clutch

pedal.

The Stop & Start indicator will

come on.

■ Restarting the engine

Check that the shift lever is in N and depress the clutch pedal.

The Stop & Start indicator will turn off.

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Disabling the Stop & Start system

Press the Stop & Start cancel

switch to disable the Stop & Start

system.

The Stop & Start cancel indicator

will come on.

Pressing the switch again will

enable the Stop & Start system and

the Stop & Start cancel indicator

will turn off.

■ Automatic reactivation of the Stop & Start system

X Vehicles without a smart entry & start system

Even if the Stop & Start system is disabled by the Stop & Start can-

cel switch, it will be automatically re-enabled once the engine

switch is turned to the “LOCK” position then to the “START” posi-

tion.

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X Vehicles with a smart entry & start system

Even if the Stop & Start system is disabled by the Stop & Start can-

cel switch, it will be automatically re-enabled once the engine

switch is turned off, and then the engine is started.

■ If the Stop & Start cancel switch is pressed while the vehicle is

stopped

● When the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system, pressing

the Stop & Start cancel switch will restart the engine.

From the next time the vehicle is stopped (after Stop & Start sys-

tem has been turned off), the engine will not be stopped.

● With the Stop & Start system disabled, pressing the Stop & Start

cancel switch will re-enable the system but not stop the engine.

From the next time the vehicle is stopped (after Stop & Start sys-

tem has been turned on), the engine will be stopped.

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Hill-start assist control (vehicles with a Multidrive)

After the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system when the vehi-

cle is on an incline, brake force is temporarily maintained to prevent

rolling backwards until the engine is restarted and drive force is gener-

ated.

When drive force is generated, the maintained brake force is automat-

ically canceled.

● This function operates on flat surfaces as well as steep inclines.

● Sound may be generated from the brakes, but this is not a malfunc-

tion.

● Brake pedal response may change and vibration may occur, but

these are not malfunctions.

■Operating conditions

●The Stop & Start system is operational when all of the following conditions

are met:

• Vehicles with a Multidrive: The brake pedal is being depressed firmly.

• Vehicles with a Multidrive: The shift lever is in a position other than R.

•

is off.

• The driver’s seat belt is fastened.

• The engine is adequately warmed up.

• The driver’s door is closed.

• Vehicles with a Multidrive: The accelerator pedal is not being depressed.

• Vehicles with a manual transmission: The clutch pedal is not being

depressed.

• The outside temperature is -5°C (23°F) or higher.

• Vehicles with a manual transmission: The shift lever is in N.

• The hood is closed.

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●In the following situations the engine may not be stopped by the Stop & Start

system. This is not a malfunction of the Stop & Start system.

• The air conditioning system is being used when the ambient temperature

is high or low.

• The battery is not sufficiently charged or is undergoing a periodic

recharge.

• The brake booster vacuum is low.

• Vehicles with a Multidrive: The vehicle is stopped on a steep incline.

• The steering wheel is being operated.

• Due to traffic or other circumstances the vehicle is stopped repeatedly.

• The vehicle is being driven in a high altitude area.

• Engine coolant temperature or transmission fluid temperature is

extremely low or high.

• The battery fluid temperature is extremely low or high.

• The battery was recently replaced or the battery terminals were recently

disconnected.

• Vehicles with a power heater: The power heater is being used.

●In the following situations, the engine will restart automatically if the engine

is stopped by the Stop & Start system. (To enable stopping of the engine by

the Stop & Start system, drive the vehicle.)

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• The air conditioning system is turned on.

•

is turned on.

• The steering wheel is operated.

• Vehicles with a Multidrive: The shift lever is shifted to R from D or M.

• Vehicles with a Multidrive: The shift lever is shifted to D, M or R from P or

N.

• The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.

• The driver’s door is opened.

• Vehicles with a Multidrive: The accelerator pedal is depressed.

• The Stop & Start cancel switch is pressed.

• The vehicle starts to roll on an incline.

• Vehicles with a power heater: The power heater is turned on.

●In the following situations, the engine may restart automatically if the engine

is stopped by the Stop & Start system. (To enable stopping of the engine by

the Stop & Start system, drive the vehicle.)

• The brake pedal is pumped or strongly depressed.

• The air conditioning system is being used.

• The battery is not sufficiently charged.

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●Vehicles with a Multidrive: If the hood is opened while the engine is stopped

by the Stop & Start system with the shift lever in D or M, the engine will stall

and will not be able to be restarted by the automatic engine start function. In

this case, restart the engine using the normal engine starting procedure.

(→P. 209, 213)

●Vehicles with a Multidrive: If the hood is opened while the engine is stopped

by the Stop & Start system with the shift lever in P or N, the engine will be

restarted automatically.

●Vehicles with a manual transmission: If the hood is opened while the engine

is stopped by the Stop & Start system, the engine will stall and will not be

able to be restarted by the automatic engine start function. In this case,

restart the engine using the normal engine starting procedure.

(→P. 209, 213)

●If the hood is closed after the engine is started with the hood open, the Stop

& Start system will not operate. Close the hood, turn the engine switch off,

wait 30 seconds or more, and then start the engine.

■When to use the Stop & Start system

●Vehicles with a manual transmission: If the engine is stopped by the Stop &

Start system and the shift lever is shifted into a position other than N with the

clutch pedal released, a buzzer will sound and Stop & Start indicator will

flash. This indicates that the engine is only stopped by the Stop & Start sys-

tem, not that the engine has been turned off completely.

●Use the Stop & Start system when stopping the vehicle temporarily at red

lights, intersections, etc. When stopping the vehicle for a longer period of

time, stop the engine completely.

●When the system does not operate, is canceled, or is malfunctioning, warn-

ing messages (vehicles with a 2-ring meter only) and a warning buzzer are

used to inform the driver. (→P. 291)

●Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: If the engine switch is pressed

when the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system, the engine will stall

and will not be able to be restarted by the automatic engine start function. In

this case, restart the engine using the normal engine starting procedure.

(→P. 209, 213)

●When the engine is restarted by the Stop & Start system, the power outlet

may be temporarily unusable, but this is not a malfunction.

●Installation and removal of electrical components and wireless devices may

affect the Stop & Start system. Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or

repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional for details.

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■If the windshield is fogged up while the engine is stopped by the Stop &

Start system

Turn

on. (The engine will start due to the automatic engine start func-

tion.): →P. 411

If the windshield fogs up frequently, press the Stop & Start cancel switch to

disable the system.

■Air conditioning system while the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start

system

While the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start system, the air conditioning

system (cooling, heating and dehumidifying functions) is canceled and will

only blow air or will stop blowing air. In order to prevent the air conditioning

system from being canceled, disable the Stop & Start system by pressing the

Stop & Start cancel switch.

■Changing the idling stop time with the air conditioning system on

The length of time the Stop & Start system will operate when the air condition-

ing system is on can be changed by performing the following operation. (The

length of time the Stop & Start system will operate when the air conditioning

system is off cannot be changed.)

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X Vehicles with a 3-ring meter

●Setting by pressing and holding the Stop & Start cancel switch

Each time the Stop & Start cancel

switch is pressed and held for 3 sec-

onds or more, the length of the opera-

tion time will be changed. The current

setting will be displayed on the multi-

information display.

Standard

1

Extended

2

X Vehicles with a 2-ring meter

●Setting by pressing and holding the Stop & Start cancel switch

Each time the Stop & Start cancel switch is pressed and held for 3 seconds

or more, the system switches between standard and extended. The system

status can be confirmed on the multi-information display

(Settings

display) screen. (→P. 113)

●Settings from the

(Settings display) screen of the multi-information

display

→P. 113

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■The Stop & Start system protection function

●Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: When an excessively loud

sound is being projected by the audio system, the audio system may be

automatically cut off in order to reduce battery consumption. If it occurs, turn

the engine switch off, wait for 3 seconds or longer and then turn it to “ACC”

or “ON” position to re-enable the audio system.

●Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: When an excessively loud sound

is being projected by the audio system, the audio system may be automati-

cally cut off in order to reduce battery consumption. If it occurs, turn the

engine switch off, wait for 3 seconds or longer and then turn it to ACCES-

SORY mode or IGNITION ON mode to re-enable the audio system.

●The audio system may not be activated when the battery terminals are dis-

connected and then reconnected. If it occurs, turn the engine switch off and

then repeat the following operation twice to activate the audio system nor-

mally.

• Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: Turn the engine switch to

“ON” position and then to OFF.

• Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: Turn the engine switch to

IGNITION ON mode and then to OFF.

■Replacing the battery

→P. 596

■Displaying the Stop & Start system status

→P. 111

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■Multi-information display messages (vehicles with a 2-ring meter)

If the following situations,

multi-information display.

and a message may be displayed on the

●When the engine cannot be stopped by the Stop & Start system

Message

Details

The brake pedal is not depressed

“Depress

brake enough.

firmly to activate.”

If the brake pedal is depressed further, the

system will operate.

• The air conditioning system is being

used when the ambient temperature is

high or low.

If the difference between the set tempera-

ture and cabin temperature is small, the

system will be enabled.

“For climate con-

trol.”

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•

is ON.

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Message

Details

• The battery charge amount may be low.

Engine stop is temporarily prohibited to

prioritize charging of the battery, but if the

engine is operated for a short while,

engine stop is allowed.

• A refresh charge may be occurring

(Examples: A short time after replacing

the battery, removing battery terminals,

etc.)

After a refresh charge of approximately 5

to 40 minutes completes, the system can

be operated.

• The engine may have been started with

the hood opened.

“Battery charging.”

Close the hood, turn the engine switch off,

wait for a short while, and then start the

engine.

• The battery may be cold.

Operating the engine for a short while

allows the system to recover due to the

temperature increase in the engine com-

partment.

• The battery may be extremely hot.

If the engine is stopped and the engine

compartment is allowed to cool sufficiently,

the system recovers.

• The vehicle is being driven in a high

altitude area.

“For brake sys- • The brake booster vacuum is low.

tem.”

When the brake booster vacuum reaches

a predetermined level, the system will be

enabled.

The engine has been started with the

hood opened.

“Bonnet open.”

To enable the system, close the hood, turn

the engine switch off, wait for a short

while, and then start the engine.

“Driver seat belt

unbuckled.”

The driver seat belt is not fastened.

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Details

Message

A non-dedicated battery for the Stop &

Start system may have been installed.

The Stop & Start system does not operate.

Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-

rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another

duly qualified and equipped professional.

“Non-dedicated

battery.”

(8NR-FTS engine

only)

●When the engine automatically restarts while stopped by the Stop & Start

system

Message

Details

• The air conditioning system has been

turned on or is being used.

“For climate con-

trol.”

•

has been turned on.

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The brake pedal has been depressed fur-

ther or pumped.

“For brake sys-

tem.”

The system will be enabled after the

engine runs and the brake booster vac-

uum reaches a predetermined level.

The battery charge amount may be low.

The engine is restarted to prioritize battery

charging. Operating the engine for a short

while allows the system to recover.

“Battery charging.”

“Steering

turned.”

wheel

The steering wheel was operated.

The hood has been opened.

“Bonnet open.”

“Driver seat belt

unbuckled.”

The driver seat belt has been unfastened.

●Vehicles with a manual transmission: When the engine cannot be restarted

by the Stop & Start system

Message

Details

The shift lever has been shifted from N to

another position with the clutch pedal

released.

To restart the engine, shift the shift lever to

N and then depress the clutch pedal.

“Stop & Start sys-

tem active. Shift to

N

and depress

clutch to restart.”

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■If “Stop & Start system malfunction. Inspect at dealer.” is displayed on

the multi-information display (vehicles with a 2-ring meter)

The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-

rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-

sional.

■If the Stop & Start cancel indicator continues to flash

The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-

rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-

sional.

WARNING

■When the Stop & Start system is operating

●Vehicles with a Multidrive: Depress the brake pedal and apply the parking

brake when necessary while the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start sys-

tem (while the Stop & Start indicator is on).

●Vehicles with a manual transmission: Keep the shift lever in N and depress

the brake pedal or apply the parking brake while the engine is stopped by

the Stop & Start system (while the Stop & Start indicator is on).

●Do not allow anyone to leave the vehicle while the engine is stopped by

the Stop & Start system (while the Stop & Start indicator is on).

An accident may occur due to the automatic engine start function.

●Ensure that the engine is not stopped by the Stop & Start system while the

vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area. The engine may restart due to the

automatic engine start function, causing exhaust gases to collect and

enter the vehicle, possibly resulting in death or a serious health hazard.

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NOTICE

■To ensure the system operates correctly

If any of the following situations occur, the Stop & Start system may not

operate correctly. Have your vehicle checked by any authorized Toyota

dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.

●While the driver’s seat belt is fastened, the driver’s and front passenger’s

seat belt reminder light flashes.

●Even though the driver’s seat belt is not fastened, the driver’s and front

passenger’s seat belt reminder light does not illuminate.

●Vehicles with a 3-ring meter: Even though the driver’s door is closed, the

open door warning light is illuminated or the interior light is illuminated

when the interior light switch is in the door position.

●Vehicles with a 2-ring meter: Even though the driver’s door is closed, the

open door warning is displayed on the multi-information display or the inte-

rior light is illuminated when the interior light switch is in the door position.

●Vehicles with a 3-ring meter: Even though the driver’s door is open, the

open door warning light does not illuminate or the interior light does not

illuminate when the interior light switch is in the door position.

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●Vehicles with a 2-ring meter: Even though the driver’s door is open, the

open door warning is not displayed on the multi-information display or the

interior light does not illuminate when the interior light switch is in the door

position.

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Cruise control

Summary of functions

Use the cruise control to maintain a set speed without operating the

accelerator pedal.

Indicators

1

Cruise control switch

2

∗: If equipped

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Setting the vehicle speed

1

Press the “ON-OFF” button to

activate the cruise control.

Cruise control indicator will come

on.

Press the button again to deacti-

vate the cruise control.

2

Accelerate or decelerate, with

accelerator pedal operation, to

the desired vehicle speed

(above approximately 40 km/h

[25 mph]) and push the lever

down to set the speed.

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Cruise control “SET” indicator will

come on.

The vehicle speed at the moment

the lever is released becomes the

set speed.

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Adjusting the set speed

To change the set speed, operate the lever until the desired set speed

is obtained.

Increases the speed

1

Decreases the speed

2

Fine adjustment: Momentarily

move the lever in the desired

direction.

Large adjustment: Hold the lever

in the desired direction.

The set speed will be increased or decreased as follows:

Fine adjustment: By approximately 1.6 km/h (1 mph) each time the lever is

operated.

Large adjustment: The set speed can be increased or decreased continu-

ally until the lever is released.

Canceling and resuming the constant speed control

Pulling the lever toward you

1

cancels the constant speed

control.

The speed setting is also canceled

when the brake pedal or clutch

pedal (manual transmission only)

is depressed.

Pushing the lever up resumes

2

the constant speed control.

However, resuming is available when the vehicle speed is more than

approximately 40 km/h (25 mph).

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■Cruise control can be set when

X Vehicles with a Multidrive

●The shift lever is in the D or range 4 or higher of M has been selected.

●Range 4 or higher has been selected by using the paddle shift.

(vehicles with paddle shift switch)

●Vehicle speed is above approximately 40 km/h (25 mph).

X Vehicles with a manual transmission

Vehicle speed is above approximately 40 km/h (25 mph).

■Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed

●The vehicle can be accelerated by operating accelerator pedal. After accel-

erating, the set speed resumes.

●Even without canceling the cruise control, the set speed can be increased

by first accelerating the vehicle to the desired speed and then pushing the

lever down to set the new speed.

■Automatic cruise control cancelation

Cruise control is automatically canceled in any of the following situations.

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●Actual vehicle speed falls more than approximately 16 km/h (10 mph) below

the set speed.

At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.

●Actual vehicle speed is below approximately 40 km/h (25 mph).

●VSC is activated.

●Speed limiter is activated. (if equipped)

■If the cruise control indicator light comes on in yellow (vehicles with a 3-

ring meter) or “Check cruise control system.” is displayed on the multi-

information display (vehicles with a 2-ring meter)

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 control cancels imme-

diately after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise control

system. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or

repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.

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WARNING

■To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake

Switch the cruise control off using the “ON-OFF” button when not in use.

■Situations unsuitable for cruise control

Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations.

Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting

in death or serious injury.

●In heavy traffic

●On roads with sharp bends

●On winding roads

●On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow

●On steep hills

Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.

●When your vehicle is towing a trailer or during emergency towing

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Speed limiter

Summary of functions

A desired maximum speed can be set using the cruise control switch.

The speed limiter prevents vehicle speed from exceeding the set

speed.

X Vehicles with a 3-ring meter

X Vehicles with a 2-ring meter

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Indicator

1

Speed limiter switch

2

Set speed

3

∗: If equipped

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Setting the vehicle speed

1

Turn the speed limiter switch

on.

Press the switch once more to

deactivate the speed limiter.

1

2

*

X Type A

X Type B

2

Accelerate or decelerate to the

desired speed and push the

lever down to set the desired

maximum speed.

If the lever is pushed down while

the vehicle speed is below 30 km/h

(20 mph), the set speed will be 30

km/h (20 mph).

1

2

*

*¹: Vehicles with a 3-ring meter

*²: Vehicles with a 2-ring meter

Adjusting the set speed

Increase speed

1

Decrease speed

2

Hold the lever until the desired

speed setting is obtained.

Fine adjustment of the set speed

can be made by lightly pushing the

lever up or down and releasing it.

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Canceling and resuming the speed limiter

Cancel

1

Pull the lever towards you to can-

cel the speed limiter.

Resume

2

To resume use of the speed limiter,

push the lever up.

■Exceeding the set speed

In the following situations, the vehicle speed exceeds the set speed and dis-

play characters will flash:

●When fully depressing the accelerator pedal

●When driving down a slope

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■Automatic speed limiter cancelation

The speed limiter is automatically canceled in any of the following situations:

●Cruise control is activated.

●8NR-FTS engine only: When the VSC system and/or TRC system is turned

off by pressing the VSC OFF switch.

■If the speed limiter indicator comes on in yellow (vehicles with a 3-ring

meter) or “Check speed limiter system.” is displayed on the multi-infor-

mation display (vehicles with a 2-ring meter)

Stop the engine and then restart the engine. After restarting the engine, set

the speed limiter. If the speed limiter cannot be set, there may be a malfunc-

tion in the speed limiter. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota

dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.

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WARNING

■To avoid operating the speed limiter by mistake

Keep the speed limiter button off when not in use.

■Situations unsuitable for speed limiter

Do not use speed limiter in either of the following situations.

Doing so may result in control of the vehicle being lost and could cause an

accident resulting in death or serious injury.

●On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow

●On steep hills

●When your vehicle is towing a trailer

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Toyota parking assist-sensor

Vehicles without a navigation/multimedia system:

The distance from your vehicle to nearby obstacles when paral-

lel parking or maneuvering into a garage is measured by the

sensors and communicated via the multi-information display

and a buzzer. Always check the surrounding area when using

this system.

Vehicles with a navigation/multimedia system:

Refer to the “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s man-

ual”.

■ Types of sensors

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Front center sensors

Front corner sensors

Front side sensors

Rear corner sensors

Rear center sensors

1

2

3

4

5

∗: If equipped

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■ Enabling/disabling the Toyota parking assist-sensor system

This system can be enabled/disabled on the multi-information dis-

play.

1

Display the settings display (→P. 107), and then press

on the meter control switches to select

/

.

2

Press

on the meter con-

trol switches to enable/dis-

able the system.

When enabled, the Toyota

parking assist-sensor indica-

tor will illuminate.

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.

Front center sensor operation

1

Front corner sensor and front

2

side sensor operation

Rear corner sensor operation

3

Rear center sensor operation

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The distance display and buzzer

When a sensor detects an obstacle, the direction of and the approxi-

mate distance to the obstacle are displayed and the buzzer sounds.

■ Corner sensors

Approximate distance to

obstacle

Multi-information

display

Buzzer

50 to 37.5 cm

(1.6 to 1.2 ft.)

Medium

37.5 to 25 cm

(1.2 to 0.8 ft.)

Fast

4

Less than 25 cm

(0.8 ft.)

Continuous

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■ Front side sensors

Approximate distance to

obstacle

Multi-information

Buzzer

display

Less than 25 cm

(0.8 ft.)

Continuous

■ Center sensors

Approximate distance to

obstacle

Multi-information

display

Buzzer

Slow

Front: 100 to 55 cm

(3.3 to 1.8 ft.)

Rear: 150 to 55 cm

(4.9 to 1.8 ft.)

55 to 42.5 cm

(1.8 to 1.4 ft.)

Medium

Fast

42.5 to 30 cm

(1.4 to 1.0 ft.)

Less than 30 cm

(1.0 ft.)

Continuous

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Detection range of the sensors

Approximately 100 cm (3.3 ft.)

Approximately 150 cm (4.9 ft.)

Approximately 25 cm (0.8 ft.)

Approximately 50 cm (1.6 ft.)

1

2

3

4

5

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.

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■The Toyota parking assist-sensor can be operated when

Vehicles without a smart entry & start system:

The engine switch is in the “ON” position.

Vehicles with a smart entry & start system:

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

●Front sensors:

• Vehicles with a Multidrive:

The shift lever is in a position other than P.

• Vehicles with a manual transmission:

The parking brake is not applied.

• The vehicle speed is less than about 10 km/h (6 mph).

(At any speed when the shift lever is in R)

●Rear sensors:

The shift lever is in R.

■Sensor detection information

●Certain vehicle conditions and the surrounding environment may affect the

ability of the sensor to correctly detect obstacles. Particular instances where

this may occur are listed below.

• There is dirt, snow or ice on the sensor.

• A sensor is frozen.

• A sensor is covered in any way.

• The vehicle is leaning considerably to one side.

• On an extremely bumpy road, on an incline, on gravel, or on grass.

• The vicinity of the vehicle is noisy due to vehicle horns, motorcycle

engines, air brakes of large vehicles, or other loud noises producing ultra-

sonic waves.

• There is another vehicle equipped with parking assist sensors in the

vicinity.

• A sensor is coated with a sheet of spray or heavy rain.

• The vehicle is equipped with a fender pole or wireless antenna.

• Towing eyelet is installed.

• A bumper or sensor receives a strong impact.

• The vehicle is approaching a tall or curved curb.

• In harsh sunlight or intense cold weather.

• A non-genuine Toyota suspension (lowered suspension etc.) is installed.

In addition to the examples above, there are instances in which, because of

their shapes, signs and other objects may be judged by the sensor to be

closer than they are.

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●The shape of the obstacle may prevent the sensor from detecting it. Pay

particular attention to the following obstacles:

• Wires, fences, ropes, etc.

• Cotton, snow and other materials that absorb sound waves

• Sharply-angled objects

• Low obstacles

• Tall obstacles with upper sections projecting outwards in the direction of

your vehicle

■If “Clean sonar.” is displayed on the multi-information display

A sensor may be dirty or covered with snow or ice. In this case, clean the

sensor and the system should return to normal.

If a sensor is frozen due to low temperatures, a warning message may be dis-

played or an obstacle may not be detected. When the sensor thaws out, the

system should return to normal.

■If “Check sonar system.” is displayed on the multi-information display

The system may not operate due to the malfunction of a sensor.

Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or

another duly qualified and equipped professional.

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WARNING

■Caution when using the Toyota parking assist-sensor

Observe the following precautions.

Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely

and possibly cause an accident.

●Do not use the sensor at speeds in excess of 10 km/h (6 mph).

●Do not attach any accessories within the sensor range.

NOTICE

■Notes on the Toyota parking assist-sensor

●Do not apply intensive bursts of water or steam to the sensor area.

Doing so may result in the sensor malfunctioning.

●If your vehicle is involved in an accident, it will affect the sensors and may

result in a system failure.

Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified

and equipped professional.

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Simple-IPA (Simple-Intelligent Parking

∗

Assist)

Simple-IPA is a system that assists parallel parking operations.

When parking between two parked vehicles or in the space

behind one parked vehicle, the sensors installed on the sides of

the front bumper are utilized and a space which the vehicle can

be parked in is detected. Parking operations are then assisted

by automatic operation of the steering wheel.

Detecting allowable parking space

1

Parking the vehicle in a detected parking space*

2

Turning the steering wheel to park in the target parking space*

3

Parking in the target parking space is complete*

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*^{: The steering wheel is operated automatically.}

Simple-IPA switch and multi-information display

Simple-IPA switch

1

Display

2

Indicator

3

∗: If equipped

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Operating Simple-IPA

Operate Simple-IPA according to the multi-information display and the

buzzer.

The system detects parking spaces on the front passenger’s side of the

vehicle and assists with parking in a detected space.

When parking in a space on the driver’s side of the vehicle, move the turn

signal lever to indicate turning on the driver’s seat side. Leave the turn sig-

nal lever in that position until automatic steering begins.

1

Turn the Simple-IPA switch on

with the vehicle driving at 30

km/h (18 mph) or less.

The

multi-information

display

changes to the parking space

detection screen when the system

is operating.

4

2

Drive the vehicle while main-

taining a distance of approxi-

mately 1 m (3 ft.) from the

parked vehicles.

Approx. 1 m (3 ft.)

Drive the vehicle as parallel to the

parked vehicles and curb as possi-

ble.

Lower vehicle speeds allow the

system to assist in parking the

vehicle more parallel to the parked

vehicles and curb, and in a more

proper position between vehicles

at the front and rear of a parking

space.

The required length for a parking

space to be detected is the total

vehicle length plus approximately 1

m (3 ft.).

Maintain a vehicle speed of 30 km/h (18 mph) or less.

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3

When the multi-information dis-

play changes, reduce the vehi-

cle speed.

Move the vehicle forward slowly

until the buzzer sounds.

4

Stop the vehicle when the

buzzer sounds.

The multi-information display will

change.

Visually check that the detected

space is safe for parking.

If the vehicle moves 10 m (32 ft.) or

more after the buzzer sounds,

detection of a new parking space

will begin.

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5

Shift the shift lever to R.

The multi-information display will

change, Simple-IPA indicator will

come on and automatic steering

will begin. While taking care not to

catch your hands on the steering

wheel and checking the safety of

the surrounding area, reverse the

vehicle slowly by operating the

accelerator and brake pedals. Dur-

ing automatic steering, maintain a

vehicle speed of 6 km/h (3 mph) or

less.

4

6

When the multi-information dis-

play changes, reduce the vehi-

cle speed.

While checking the safety of the

area behind the vehicle, reverse

the vehicle slowly.

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7

When the rear Toyota parking

assist-sensor’s warning buzzer

sounds continuously, com-

pletely stop the vehicle immedi-

ately.

The multi-information display will

change when the warning buzzer

starts sounding continuously.

8

9

Shift the shift lever to D (Multidrive) or 1 (manual transmission).

While the steering wheel is turning, keep the vehicle at a complete stop.

When the steering wheel stops turning, move the vehicle forward slowly

while checking the safety of the area in front of the vehicle.

When the front Toyota parking

assist-sensor’s warning buzzer

sounds continuously, com-

pletely stop the vehicle immedi-

ately.

The multi-information display will

change when the warning buzzer

starts sounding continuously.

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10

11

Shift the shift lever to R.

While the steering wheel is turning, keep the vehicle at a complete stop.

When the steering wheel stops turning, reverse the vehicle slowly while

checking the safety of the area behind the vehicle.

7

10

Repeat steps

through

until the parking assist opera-

tion has completed.

When the parking assist operation

has completed, the buzzer sounds,

the Simple-IPA indicator turns off

and the multi-information display

changes.

Adjust the vehicle position and/or

angle as necessary to complete

parking the vehicle.

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When a message is shown on the multi-information display

Message

Cause

What to do

The vehicle speed Reduce vehicle speed

exceeded 30 km/h (18 to 30 km/h (18 mph) or

“IPA slot not detected,

speed too high.”

mph).

less.

The Simple-IPA switch Turn the Simple-IPA

was turned off. switch on.

The Simple-IPA switch Park the vehicle manu-

was turned on while ally or detect another

reversing.

parking space.

The shift lever was

Park the vehicle manu-

ally or detect another

parking space.

shifted to

R

during

“IPA cancelled, take

over.”

detection of a parking

space.

The shift lever was

shifted to a position

other than R after the Park the vehicle manu-

automatic steering ally or detect another

began and before the parking space.

vehicle enters a park-

ing space.

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Message

Cause

What to do

• Check tires for wear

and pressure.

The steering wheel

could not be turned suf-

ficiently due to reasons

such as low tire pres-

sure, tire wear, the

influence of road condi-

tions, being on a slope,

etc., therefore the vehi-

cle could not be parked

in the desired space.

• If this message is dis-

played when the

vehicle is parked in

other spaces, have

the vehicle inspected

by any authorized

Toyota dealer or

repairer, or another

duly qualified and

equipped

sional.

profes-

“IPA cancelled, take

over.”

The power steering Attempt to use Simple-

temporarily

heated.

over- IPA after waiting a little

while.

4

Have

inspected

authorized

the

vehicle

by any

Toyota

Possible system mal-

function.

dealer or repairer, or

another duly qualified

and equipped profes-

sional.

The steering wheel was Park the vehicle manu-

manually operated dur- ally or detect another

ing automatic steering. parking space.

“IPA cancelled, take

over, driver intervened.”

The vehicle speed Reduce vehicle speed

exceeded 50 km/h (31 to 30 km/h (18 mph) or

mph) during detection less and turn the Sim-

of a parking space.

ple-IPA switch on.

“IPA cancelled, take

over, speed too high.”

The vehicle speed

exceeded 6 km/h (3

mph) during automatic

steering.

Park the vehicle manu-

ally or detect another

parking space.

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Message

Cause

What to do

• If the operation was

canceled

during

detection of a parking

space, turn the Sim-

ple-IPA switch on

again.

“IPA cancelled, take

The TRC, VSC or ABS

operated.

over,

TRC/ABS/VSC

• If the operation was

activated.”

canceled

during

automatic steering,

park the vehicle man-

ually

or

detect

another

space.

parking

“IPA cancelled, take

over, TRC/VSC is off.”

Turn the

on.

switch

The

switch was

turned off.

More than 6 minutes

have elapsed since the

Simple-IPA switch was Park the vehicle manu-

turned on and the shift ally or detect another

lever was shifted to R, parking space.

before automatic steer-

ing could begin.

More than 6 minutes

have elapsed since the

shift lever was shifted Park the vehicle manu-

“IPA cancelled, take

over, timeout.”

to

R

and automatic ally or detect another

steering began, before parking space.

the parking assist oper-

ation could complete.

The total stop time dur- Park the vehicle manu-

ing automatic steering ally or detect another

exceeded 2 minutes.

parking space.

Have the

inspected

authorized

vehicle

by any

“IPA cancelled, take

Toyota

over, check IPA sys- System malfunction.

tem.”

dealer or repairer, or

another duly qualified

and equipped profes-

sional.

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Cause What to do

Message

The power steering is Attempt to use Simple-

temporarily overheat- IPA after waiting a little

ing.

while.

The engine has not

been started.

Start the engine.

“IPA not available.”

Have

inspected

authorized

dealer or repairer, or

another duly qualified

and equipped profes-

sional.

the

vehicle

by any

Toyota

Possible system mal-

function.

Reduce vehicle speed

to 30 km/h (18 mph) or

less and turn the Sim-

ple-IPA switch on.

Excessive

speed (over 50 km/h

[31 mph])

vehicle

“IPA not available,

speed too high.”

4

After turning the

“IPA not available,

TRC/VSC is off.”

The

switch is off.

initialization

switch on, turn the Sim-

ple-IPA switch on.

System

“IPA not available, stop

the vehicle, turn wheel

from left end to right

end.”

has not been per-

formed since the bat-

tery was disconnected/

reconnected.

Perform initialization.

→P. 323

Have

inspected

authorized

the

vehicle

by any

Toyota

“Check IPA system.”

System malfunction.

dealer or repairer, or

another duly qualified

and equipped profes-

sional.

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■Operation conditions of Simple-IPA

●The engine is started.

●The

switch is on.

●The vehicle speed is 30 km/h (18 mph) or less. (During automatic steering,

the vehicle speed is 6 km/h [3 mph] or less.)

■Canceling of the Simple-IPA operation

Simple-IPA operation will be canceled when:

●The Simple-IPA switch is turned off.

●The ABS, VSC or TRC is operating.

●The shift lever is shifted to R during detection of a parking space.

●The shift lever is shifted to R and the vehicle is reversed 1 m (3 ft.) or more

after a parking space has been detected and before the buzzer sounds.

●The steering wheel is operated manually during automatic steering.

●It takes more than 6 minutes for automatic steering to begin after the Sim-

ple-IPA switch is turned on and the shift lever is shifted to R.

●The shift lever is shifted to a position other than R after the automatic steer-

ing began and before the vehicle enters a parking space.

●It takes more than 6 minutes to complete parking after the shift lever was

shifted to R and automatic steering began.

●The total stop time during automatic steering exceeds 2 minutes.

■Resume function of Simple-IPA

If Simple-IPA is canceled due to one of the following operations, Simple-IPA

operation may be able to be resumed by pressing the Simple-IPA switch

depending on conditions such as the vehicle stopped position and steering

wheel angle.

●The steering wheel is operated manually during automatic steering.

●The vehicle speed exceeds 6 km/h (3 mph) during automatic steering.

●The shift lever is moved to a position other than R after the automatic steer-

ing began and before the vehicle enters a parking space.

If operation is not resumed, park the vehicle manually or detect another park-

ing space.

■When using Simple-IPA repeatedly

When Simple-IPA is used repeatedly, the power steering may overheat tem-

porarily. It may deactivate or cancel Simple-IPA operation. In this case, wait a

few minutes before using Simple-IPA again.

■Toyota parking assist-sensor operation during Simple-IPA operation

Even if the Toyota parking assist-sensor is turned off while Simple-IPA is acti-

vated, the Toyota parking assist-sensor will keep operating. In this case,

when Simple-IPA operation is complete or canceled, the Toyota parking

assist-sensor will be deactivated.

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■Stop & Start system operation during Simple-IPA operation (vehicles

with a Stop & Start system)

The Stop & Start system does not operate during Simple-IPA operation. If the

Simple-IPA switch is turned on during Stop & Start system operation, Stop &

Start system operation will be canceled.

■When the cabin temperature is high

The sensors may not work properly when the cabin temperature is high due

to parking the vehicle in the sun. Use Simple-IPA after the cabin cools down.

■Sensors used by Simple-IPA

→P. 305

■Initializing Simple-IPA

Within 15 seconds of turning the Simple-IPA switch on, turn the steering

wheel all the way to the left or right and then to the opposite side.

When the parking space detection screen is displayed, the initialization is

complete.

If pressing the Simple-IPA switch again still shows “IPA not available, stop the

vehicle, turn wheel from left end to right end.” on the multi-information display,

the initialization has failed. Have the vehicle inspected at any authorized

Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.

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WARNING

■Cautions regarding the use of Simple-IPA

●Never depend on the Simple-IPA entirely when parking. The driver is

responsible for safety. Use caution, just as you would when parking any

vehicle.

●Back up slowly, using the brake pedal to control the vehicle’s speed.

●If it seems likely to hit nearby vehicles, obstacles, or people, depress the

brake pedal to stop the vehicle, and the disable the system.

■Conditions in which the use of Simple-IPA is prohibited

Do not use Simple-IPA under the following conditions.

Doing so may cause improper operation and lead to an unexpected acci-

dent.

●On sharp bends or slopes.

●On slippery or icy roads, or in snow.

●On uneven road surfaces such as gravel.

●During bad weather such as heavy rain, fog, snow, or a sandstorm.

●When the tires are extremely worn or tire pressure is low.

●When the vehicle has improper wheel alignment due to tires having

received a strong impact such as bumping against a curb.

●When the compact spare tire (if equipped) or snow chains are installed.

●When the tires slid while attempting to park.

●When fallen leaves or snow is in a parking space.

●When items such as a towing bracket, trailer, bicycle carrier, etc. are

installed on the rear of the vehicle.

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WARNING

●When a vehicle of which the front/rear end is above the detection area,

such as a truck, bus or vehicle with a towing bracket, trailer, bicycle carrier,

etc., is parked at the front or rear of the parking space.

●If the front bumper has been damaged.

●If the sensor is covered by the front bumper cover, etc.

●If a vehicle or obstacle is not in a suitable position at the front or rear of the

parking space.

■Automatic steering precautions

As the steering wheel moves automatically in the parking assist function, be

aware of the following point.

●Keep clothing such as neckties, scarves and long sleeves away from the

steering wheel, as they may become entangled. Also, keep children away

from the steering wheel.

●If you have long fingernails, be careful not to injure yourself when the

steering wheel moves.

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NOTICE

■When using the Simple-IPA

●Check that the parking space is suitable. (Width of the space, if there are

any obstacles, road surface condition, etc.)

●Simple-IPA will not operate properly if the vehicle at the front or back of the

parking space moves, or if an obstacle enters the parking space after the

sensors have detected the parking space. Always check the surrounding

area during parking assist operation.

●The sensors may not be able to detect curbs. The vehicle may drive onto

the curb depending on the situation, such as if a vehicle at the front or

back of the parking space has driven on the curb.

Check the surrounding area to prevent the tires and wheels from being

damaged.

●When reversing, reverse the vehicle

slowly to prevent the front end of the

vehicle from hitting an obstacle in the

front of the vehicle.

●When reversing, reverse the vehicle

slowly to prevent the front end of the

vehicle from hitting the vehicle parked in

front of the parking space.

●The vehicle may not be able to be parked at a target parking space if the

vehicle moves forward when the shift lever is in R or reverses when the

shift lever is in a position other than R, such as when parking on a slope.

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Diesel particulate filter system (diesel

engine only)

When the deposit collected by the filter reaches a predetermined

amount, it is automatically cleaned.

■ Cleaning the DPF catalytic converter

Cleaning the DPF catalytic converter is performed as necessary in

accordance with driving conditions.

■ Equipment characteristics

The DPF system has the following characteristics:

● Idle speed increases during cleaning

● The smell of the exhaust gas changes

4

● When starting the engine, white-colored steam (water vapor)

may be expelled during cleaning

● Acceleration performance may degrade during cleaning

■Replacing the engine oil

→P. 465

WARNING

■Exhaust pipe

Do not touch the exhaust pipe during cleaning, as the exhaust pipe and

exhaust gases will become particularly hot. Also, make sure that there are

no people or flammable materials near the exhaust pipe while the vehicle is

stopped.

Failure to do so may cause injury by burning or a fire.

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NOTICE

■To prevent the DPF system from failing

●Do not use fuel other than the specified type

●Do not use engine oil other than the recommended type

●Do not modify the exhaust pipe

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Driving assist systems

To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following

systems operate automatically in response to various driving

situations. Be aware, however, that these systems are supple-

mentary and should not be relied upon too heavily when operat-

ing the vehicle.

◆ ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)

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

4

◆ VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)

Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or

turning on slippery road surfaces

◆ TRC (Traction Control)

Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the drive wheels from

spinning when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads

◆ Hill-start assist control

Helps to prevent the vehicle from rolling backward when starting on

an incline

◆ EPS (Electric Power Steering)

Employs an electric motor to reduce the amount of effort needed to

turn the steering wheel

◆ Emergency brake signal

When the brakes are applied suddenly, the emergency flashers

automatically flash to alert the vehicle behind.

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When the TRC/VSC systems are operating

The slip indicator light will flash

while the TRC/VSC systems are

operating.

Disabling the TRC system

If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt or snow, the TRC system may

reduce power from the engine to the wheels. Pressing

to turn

the system off may make it easier for you to rock the vehicle in order

to free it.

X Vehicles with a 3-ring meter

To turn the TRC system off,

quickly press and release

.

The “TRC OFF” indicator light will

come on.

Press

again to turn the sys-

tem back on.

X Vehicles with a 2-ring meter

To turn the TRC system off,

quickly press and release

.

The “TRC OFF” will be shown on

the multi-information display.

Press

again to turn the sys-

tem back on.

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■Turning off both TRC and VSC systems

X Vehicles with a 3-ring meter

To turn the TRC and VSC systems off, press and hold

seconds while the vehicle is stopped.

for more than 3

The “TRC OFF” indicator light and VSC OFF indicator light will come on.

Press again to turn the systems back on.

X Vehicles with a 2-ring meter

To turn the TRC and VSC systems off, press and hold

seconds while the vehicle is stopped.

for more than 3

The VSC OFF indicator light will come on and the “TRC OFF” will be shown

^{on the multi-information display.}*

4

Press

again to turn the systems back on.

*: On vehicles with a PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system), the pre-crash brake

assist and pre-crash braking functions will also be disabled. (→P. 267)

■When the “TRC OFF” indicator light comes on even if the

has not

been pressed (vehicles with a 3-ring meter)

TRC and hill-start assist control cannot be operated. Contact any authorized

Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.

■When the message is displayed on the multi-information display show-

ing that TRC has been disabled even if

cles with a 2-ring meter)

has not been pressed (vehi-

TRC and hill-start assist control cannot be operated. Contact any authorized

Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.

■Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, TRC and VSC

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 indicates that a malfunction has occurred.

• 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.

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■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.

■Automatic reactivation of TRC and VSC systems

After turning the TRC and VSC systems off, the systems will be automatically

re-enabled in the following situations:

●Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: When the engine switch is

turned to the “LOCK” position

Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: When the engine switch is turned

off

●If only the TRC system is turned off, the TRC will turn on when vehicle

speed increases

If both the TRC and VSC systems are turned off, automatic re-enabling will

not occur when vehicle speed increases.

■Reduced effectiveness of the EPS system

The effectiveness of the EPS system is reduced to prevent the system from

overheating when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of

time. The steering wheel may feel heavy as a result. Should this occur, refrain

from excessive steering input or stop the vehicle and turn the engine off. The

EPS system should return to normal within 10 minutes.

■Operating conditions of hill-start assist control

When the following four conditions are met, the hill-start assist control will

operate:

●Vehicles with a Multidrive: The shift lever is in a position other than P or N

(when starting off forward/backward on an upward incline).

●Vehicles with a manual transmission: The shift lever is in a position other

than R when starting off forward on an upward incline or in R when starting

off backward on an upward incline.

●The vehicle is stopped.

●The accelerator pedal is not depressed.

●The parking brake is not engaged.

■Automatic system cancelation of hill-start assist control

The hill-start assist control will be canceled in any of the following situations:

●Vehicles with a Multidrive: The shift lever is shifted to P or N.

●Vehicles with a manual transmission: The shift lever is shifted to R when

starting off forward on an upward incline or from R when starting off back-

ward on an upward incline.

●The accelerator pedal is depressed.

●The parking brake is engaged.

●Approximately 2 seconds elapse after the brake pedal is released.

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■Operating conditions of emergency brake signal

When the following three conditions are met, the emergency brake signal will

operate:

●The emergency flashers are off.

●Actual vehicle speed is over 55 km/h (35 mph).

●The brake pedal is depressed in a manner that cause the system to judge

from the vehicle deceleration that this is a sudden braking operation.

■Automatic system cancelation of emergency brake signal

The emergency brake signal will turn off in any of the following situations:

●The emergency flashers are turned on.

●The brake pedal is released.

●The system judges from the vehicle deceleration that is not a sudden brak-

ing operation.

WARNING

4

■The ABS does not operate effectively when

●The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded (such as

excessively worn tires 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 nor-

mal 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, especially in the

following situations:

●When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads

●When driving with tire chains

●When driving over bumps in the road

●When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces

■TRC may not operate effectively when

Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-

pery road surfaces, even if the TRC system is operating.

Drive the vehicle carefully in conditions where stability and power may be

lost.

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WARNING

■Hill- start assist control does not operate effectively when

●Do not overly rely on hill-start assist control. Hill-start assist control may

not operate effectively on steep inclines and roads covered with ice.

●Unlike the parking brake, hill-start assist control is not intended to hold the

vehicle stationary for an extended period of time. Do not attempt to use

hill-start assist control to hold the vehicle on an incline, as doing so may

lead to an accident.

■When the VSC is activated

The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may

cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator light flashes.

■When the TRC/VSC systems are turned off

Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road condi-

tions. As these are the systems to help ensure vehicle stability and driving

force, do not turn the TRC/VSC systems off unless necessary.

■Replacing tires

Make sure that all tires are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern and

total load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the

recommended tire inflation pressure level.

The ABS, TRC and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires

are installed on the vehicle.

Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified

and equipped professional for further information when replacing tires or

wheels.

■Handling of tires and the suspension

Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect

the driving assist systems, and may cause a system to malfunction.

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