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Toyota Safety Sense P^∗

The Toyota Safety Sense P consists of the following drive assist

systems and contributes to a safe and comfortable driving expe-

rience:

◆ PCS (Pre-Collision System)

→P. 198

◆ LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)

→P. 211

◆ Automatic High Beam

→P. 176

◆ Dynamic radar cruise control

→P. 222

WARNING

■Toyota Safety Sense P

The Toyota Safety Sense P is designed to operate under the assumption

that the driver will drive safely, and is designed to help reduce the impact to

the occupants and the vehicle in the case of a collision or assist the driver in

normal driving conditions.

As there is a limit to the degree of recognition accuracy and control perfor-

mance that this system can provide, do not overly rely on this system. The

driver is always responsible for paying attention to the vehicle's surround-

ings and driving safely.

∗: If equipped

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Vehicle data recordings

The pre-collision system is equipped with a sophisticated computer

that will record certain data, such as:

• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or

brake pedal

• How fast the vehicle was traveling

• Operation status of the pre-collision system functions

• Information (such as the distance and relative speed between your

vehicle and the vehicle ahead or other objects)

• Images from the camera sensor (available only when the pre-colli-

sion braking function or the pre-collision brake assist function was

operating)

The pre-collision system does not record conversations, sounds or

images of the inside of the vehicle.

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● Data usage

Toyota may use the data recorded in this computer to diagnose

malfunctions, conduct research and development, and improve

quality.

Toyota will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except:

• With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the

lessee if the vehicle is leased

• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a

government agency

• For use by Toyota in a lawsuit

• For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific

vehicle or vehicle owner

● Recorded images can be erased using a specialized device.

The image recording function can be disabled. However, if the func-

tion is disabled, data from when the pre-collision system operates

will not be available.

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Sensors

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Two types of sensors, located behind the front grille and windshield,

detect information necessary to operate the drive assist systems.

Radar sensor

Camera sensor

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WARNING

■To avoid malfunction of the radar sensor

Observe the following precautions.

Otherwise, the radar sensor may not operate properly, possibly leading to

an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

●Keep the radar sensor and front grille emblem clean at all times.

Front grille emblem

1

Radar sensor

2

If the front of the radar sensor or the

front or back of the front grille emblem

is dirty or covered with water droplets,

snow, etc., clean it.

Clean the radar sensor and front grille

emblem with a soft cloth so you do not

mark or damage them.

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●Do not attach accessories, stickers (including transparent stickers) or

other items to the radar sensor, front grille emblem or surrounding area.

●Do not subject the radar sensor or surrounding area to a strong impact.

If the radar sensor, front grille, or front bumper has been subjected to a

strong impact, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

●Do not disassemble the radar sensor.

●Do not modify or paint the radar sensor, front grille emblem or surrounding

area.

●If the radar sensor, front grille, or front bumper needs to be removed and

installed, or replaced, contact your Toyota dealer.

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WARNING

■To avoid malfunction of the camera sensor

Observe the following precautions.

Otherwise, the camera sensor may not operate properly, possibly leading to

an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

●Keep the windshield clean at all times.

• If the windshield is dirty or covered with an oily film, water droplets,

snow, etc., clear the windshield.

• If a glass coating agent is applied to the windshield, it will still be neces-

sary to use the windshield wipers to remove water droplets, etc. from

the area of the windshield in front of the camera sensor.

• If the inner side of the windshield where the camera sensor is installed

is dirty, contact your Toyota dealer.

●Do not install an antenna or attach stick-

ers (including transparent stickers) or

other items to the area of the windshield

in front of the camera sensor (shaded

area in the illustration).

●If the part of the windshield in front of the camera sensor is fogged up or

covered with condensation or ice, use the windshield defogger to remove

the fog, condensation or ice. (→P. 264)

●If water droplets cannot be properly removed from the area of the wind-

shield in front of the camera sensor by the windshield wipers, replace the

wiper insert or wiper blade.

If the wiper inserts or wiper blades need to be replaced, contact your Toy-

ota dealer.

●Do not attach window tinting to the windshield.

●Replace the windshield if it is damaged or cracked.

If the windshield needs to be replaced, contact your Toyota dealer.

●Do not get the camera sensor wet.

●Do not allow bright lights to shine into the camera sensor.

●Do not dirty or damage the camera sensor.

When cleaning the inside of the windshield, do not allow glass cleaner to

contact the lens. Also, do not touch the lens.

If the lens is dirty or damaged, contact your Toyota dealer.

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WARNING

●Do not subject the camera sensor to a strong impact.

●Do not change the installation position or direction of the camera sensor or

remove it.

●Do not disassemble the camera sensor.

●Do not install an electronic device or device that emits strong electric

waves near the camera sensor.

●Do not modify any components of the vehicle around the camera sensor

(inside rear view mirror, etc.) or ceiling.

●Do not attach any accessories that may obstruct the camera sensor to the

hood, front grille or front bumper. Contact your Toyota dealer for details.

●If a surfboard or other long object is to be mounted on the roof, make sure

that it will not obstruct the camera sensor.

●Do not modify the headlights or other lights.

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■Certification

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PCS (Pre-Collision System)^∗

The pre-collision system uses a radar sensor and camera sen-

sor to detect vehicles and pedestrians*¹in front of your vehicle.

When the system determines that the possibility of a frontal col-

lision with a vehicle or pedestrian is high, a warning operates to

urge the driver to take evasive action and the potential brake

pressure is increased to help the driver avoid the collision. If the

system determines that the possibility of a frontal collision with

a vehicle or pedestrian is extremely high, the brakes are auto-

matically applied to help avoid the collision or help reduce the

impact of the collision.

The pre-collision system can be disabled/enabled and the warning

timing can be changed. (→P. 202)

*¹: Depending on the region in which the vehicle was sold, the pedestrian

detection function may not be available. See the following table for

details.

Countries/areas

Function availability

Regions

U.S. mainland, Canada, The pedestrian detection

Region A

Hawaii

function is available

The pedestrian detection

function is not available

Guam, Saipan, Puerto Rico

Region B

∗: If equipped

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◆ Pre-collision warning

When the system determines

that the possibility of a frontal

collision is high, a buzzer will

sound and a warning message

will be displayed on the multi-

information display to urge the

driver to take evasive action.

◆ Pre-collision brake assist

When the system determines that the possibility of a frontal colli-

sion is high, the system applies greater braking force in relation to

how strongly the brake pedal is depressed.

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◆ Pre-collision braking

When the system determines that the possibility of a frontal colli-

sion is high, the system warns the driver. If the system determines

that the possibility of a frontal collision is extremely high, the brakes

are automatically applied to help avoid the collision or reduce the

collision speed.

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WARNING

■Limitations of the pre-collision system

●The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking

care to observe your surroundings.

Do not use the pre-collision system instead of normal braking operations

under any circumstances. This system will not prevent collisions or lessen

collision damage or injury in every situation. Do not overly rely on this sys-

tem. Failure to do so may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious

injury.

●Although this system is designed to help avoid a collision or help reduce

the impact of the collision, its effectiveness may change according to vari-

ous conditions, therefore the system may not always be able to achieve

the same level of performance.

Read the following conditions carefully. Do not overly rely on this system

and always drive carefully.

• Conditions under which the system may operate even if there is no pos-

sibility of a collision: →P. 205

• Conditions under which the system may not operate properly: →P. 207

●Do not attempt to test the operation of the pre-collision system yourself, as

the system may not operate properly, possibly leading to an accident.

■Pre-collision braking

●When the pre-collision braking function is operating, a large amount of

braking force will be applied.

●If the vehicle is stopped by the operation of the pre-collision braking func-

tion, the pre-collision braking function operation will be canceled after

approximately 2 seconds. Depress the brake pedal as necessary.

●The pre-collision braking function may not operate if certain operations are

performed by the driver. If the accelerator pedal is being depressed

strongly or the steering wheel is being turned, the system may determine

that the driver is taking evasive action and possibly prevent the pre-colli-

sion braking function from operating.

●In some situations, while the pre-collision braking function is operating,

operation of the function may be canceled if the accelerator pedal is

depressed strongly or the steering wheel is turned and the system deter-

mines that the driver is taking evasive action.

●If the brake pedal is being depressed, the system may determine that the

driver is taking evasive action and possibly delay the operation timing of

the pre-collision braking function.

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WARNING

■When to disable the pre-collision system

In the following situations, disable the system, as it may not operate prop-

erly, possibly leading to an accident resulting in death or serious injury:

●When the vehicle is being towed

●When your vehicle is towing another vehicle

●When transporting the vehicle via truck, boat, train or similar means of

transportation

●When the vehicle is raised on a lift with the engine running and the tires

are allowed to rotate freely

●When inspecting the vehicle using a drum tester such as a chassis dyna-

mometer or speedometer tester, or when using an on vehicle wheel bal-

ancer

●When a strong impact is applied to the front bumper or front grille, due to

an accident or other reasons

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●If the vehicle cannot be driven in a stable manner, such as when the vehi-

cle has been in an accident or is malfunctioning

●When the vehicle is driven in a sporty manner or off-road

●When the tires are not properly inflated

●When the tires are very worn

●When tires of a size other than specified are installed

●When tire chains are installed

●When a compact spare tire or an emergency tire puncture repair kit is used

●If equipment (snow plow, etc.) that may obstruct the radar sensor or cam-

era sensor is temporarily installed to the vehicle

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Changing settings of the pre-collision system

■ Disabling the pre-collision system

Press the PCS switch for 3 sec-

onds or more.

The PCS warning light will turn

on and a message will be dis-

played on the multi-information

display.

To enable the system, press the

PCS switch again.

The system is enabled each

time the engine switch is turned

to IGNITION ON mode.

■ Changing the pre-collision warning timing

Press the PCS switch to display

the current warning timing on

the multi-information display.

Each time the PCS switch is

pressed with the warning timing

displayed, the warning timing

will change as follows.

The operation timing setting is

retained when the engine switch

is turned off.

Far

1

The warning will begin to oper-

ate earlier than with the default

timing.

Middle

2

This is the default setting.

Near

3

The warning will begin to operate later than with the default timing.

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■Operational conditions

Availability of the pedestrian detection function depends on the region in

which the vehicle was sold. (For specific countries/areas: →P. 198)

Read the following for details:

 Region A

(The pedestrian detection function is available)

The pre-collision system is enabled and the system determines that the pos-

sibility of a frontal collision with a vehicle or pedestrian is high.

Each function is operational at the following speeds:

●Pre-collision warning:

• Vehicle speed is between approximately 7 and 110 mph (10 and 180 km/h).

(For detecting a pedestrian, vehicle speed is between approximately 7 and

50 mph [10 and 80 km/h].)

• The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian

ahead is approximately 7 mph (10 km/h) or more.

●Pre-collision brake assist:

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• Vehicle speed is between approximately 19 and 110 mph (30 and 180 km/h).

(For detecting a pedestrian, vehicle speed is between approximately 19 and

50 mph [30 and 80 km/h].)

• The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian

ahead is approximately 19 mph (30 km/h) or more.

●Pre-collision braking:

• Vehicle speed is between approximately 7 and 110 mph (10 and 180 km/h).

(For detecting a pedestrian, vehicle speed is between approximately 7 and

50 mph [10 and 80 km/h].)

• The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian

ahead is approximately 7 mph (10 km/h) or more.

The system may not operate in the following situations:

●If a battery terminal has been disconnected and reconnected and then the

vehicle has not been driven for a certain amount of time

●If the shift lever is in R

●If VSC is disabled (only the pre-collision warning function will be opera-

tional)

●If the PCS warning light is flashing or illuminated

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 Region B

(The pedestrian detection function is not available)

The pre-collision system is enabled and the system determines that the pos-

sibility of a frontal collision with a vehicle is high.

Each function is operational at the following speeds:

●Pre-collision warning:

• Vehicle speed is between approximately 10 and 110 mph (15 and 180 km/h).

• The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is

approximately 7 mph (10 km/h) or more.

●Pre-collision brake assist:

• Vehicle speed is between approximately 19 and 110 mph (30 and 180 km/h).

• The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is

approximately 19 mph (30 km/h) or more.

●Pre-collision braking:

• Vehicle speed is between approximately 10 and 110 mph (15 and 180 km/h).

• The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is

approximately 7 mph (10 km/h) or more.

The system may not operate in the following situations:

●If a battery terminal has been disconnected and reconnected and then the

vehicle has not been driven for a certain amount of time

●If the shift lever is in R

●If VSC is disabled (only the pre-collision warning function will be opera-

tional)

●If the PCS warning light is flashing or illuminated

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■Pedestrian detection function*²

The pre-collision system detects pedestri-

ans based on the size, profile, and motion

of a detected object. However, a pedes-

trian may not be detected depending on

the surrounding brightness and the

motion, posture, and angle of the

detected object, preventing the system

from operating properly. (→P. 209)

*²: For countries/areas specified as Region B (→P. 198), the pedestrian detec-

tion function may not be available.

■Cancelation of the pre-collision braking

If either of the following occur while the pre-collision braking function is oper-

ating, it will be canceled:

●The accelerator pedal is depressed strongly.

●The steering wheel is turned sharply or abruptly.

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■Conditions under which the system may operate even if there is no pos-

sibility of a collision

●In some situations such as the following, the system may determine that

there is a possibility of a frontal collision and operate.

^{• When passing a vehicle or pedestrian}*²

• When changing lanes while overtaking a preceding vehicle

• When overtaking a preceding vehicle that is changing lanes

• When overtaking a preceding vehicle

that is making a left/right turn

• When passing a vehicle in an oncom-

ing lane that is stopped to make a

right/left turn

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• When driving on a road where relative

location to vehicle ahead in an adja-

cent lane may change, such as on a

winding road

• When rapidly closing on a vehicle ahead

• If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered, such as when the road sur-

face is uneven or undulating

• When approaching objects on the roadside, such as guardrails, utility

poles, trees, or walls

• When there is a vehicle, pedes-

^trian*², or object by the roadside at

the entrance of a curve

• When driving on a narrow path surrounded by a structure, such as in a

tunnel or on an iron bridge

• When there is a metal object (manhole cover, steel plate, etc.), steps, or a

protrusion on the road surface or roadside

• When

a

crossing

pedestrian

approaches very close to the vehi-

^cle*²

• When passing through a place with a

low structure above the road (low ceil-

ing, traffic sign, etc.)

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• When passing under an object (bill-

board, etc.) at the top of an uphill road

• When rapidly closing on an electric toll gate barrier, parking area barrier,

or other barrier that opens and closes

• When using an automatic car wash

• When driving through or under

objects that may contact the vehicle,

such as thick grass, tree branches, or

a banner

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• When the vehicle is hit by water, snow, dust, etc. from a vehicle ahead

• When driving through steam or smoke

• When there are patterns or paint on the road or a wall that may be mis-

^{taken for a vehicle or pedestrian}*²

• When driving near an object that reflects radio waves, such as a large

truck or guardrail

• When driving near a TV tower, broadcasting station, electric power plant,

or other location where strong radio waves or electrical noise may be

present

*²: For countries/areas specified as Region B (→P. 198), the pedestrian

detection function may not be available.

■Situations in which the system may not operate properly

●In some situations such as the following, a vehicle may not be detected by

the radar sensor and camera sensor, preventing the system from operating

properly:

• If an oncoming vehicle is approaching your vehicle

• If a vehicle ahead is a motorcycle or bicycle

• When approaching the side or front of a vehicle

• If a preceding vehicle has a small rear end, such as an unloaded truck

• If a preceding vehicle has a low rear

end, such as a low bed trailer

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• If a vehicle ahead is carrying a load which protrudes past its rear bumper

• If a vehicle ahead has extremely high

ground clearance

• If a vehicle ahead is irregularly shaped, such as a tractor or side car

• If the sun or other light is shining directly on a vehicle ahead

• If a vehicle cuts in front of your vehicle or emerges from beside a vehicle

• If a vehicle ahead makes an abrupt maneuver (such as sudden swerving,

acceleration or deceleration)

• When suddenly cutting behind a preceding vehicle

• When a vehicle ahead is not directly

in front of your vehicle

• When driving in inclement weather such as heavy rain, fog, snow or a

sandstorm

• When the vehicle is hit by water, snow, dust, etc. from a vehicle ahead

• When driving through steam or smoke

• When driving in a place where the surrounding brightness changes sud-

denly, such as at the entrance or exit of a tunnel

• When a very bright light, such as the sun or the headlights of oncoming

traffic, shines directly into the camera sensor

• When the surrounding area is dim, such as at dawn or dusk, or while at

night or in a tunnel

• After the engine has started the vehicle has not been driven for a certain

amount of time

• While making a left/right turn and for a few seconds after making a left/

right turn

• While driving on a curve and for a few seconds after driving on a curve

• If your vehicle is skidding

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• If the front of the vehicle is raised or

lowered

• If the wheels are misaligned

• If a wiper blade is blocking the camera sensor

• The vehicle is wobbling.

• The vehicle is being driven at extremely high speeds.

• When driving on a hill

• If the radar sensor or camera sensor is misaligned

●In some situations such as the following, sufficient braking force may not be

obtained, preventing the system from performing properly:

• If the braking functions cannot operate to their full extent, such as when

the brake parts are extremely cold, extremely hot, or wet

• If the vehicle is not properly maintained (brakes or tires are excessively

worn, improper tire inflation pressure, etc.)

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• When the vehicle is being driven on a gravel road or other slippery sur-

face

●Some pedestrians such as the following may not be detected by the radar

sensor and camera sensor, preventing the system from operating prop-

^erly*²:

• Pedestrians shorter than approximately 3.2 ft. (1 m) or taller than approx-

imately 6.5 ft. (2 m)

• Pedestrians wearing oversized clothing (a rain coat, long skirt, etc.), mak-

ing their silhouette obscure

• Pedestrians who are carrying large baggage, holding an umbrella, etc.,

hiding part of their body

• Pedestrians who are bending forward or squatting

• Pedestrians who are pushing a stroller, wheelchair, bicycle or other vehi-

cle

• Groups of pedestrians which are close together

• Pedestrians who are wearing white and look extremely bright

• Pedestrians in the dark, such as at night or while in a tunnel

• Pedestrians whose clothing appears to be nearly the same color or

brightness as their surroundings

• Pedestrians near walls, fences, guardrails, or large objects

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• Pedestrians who are on a metal object (manhole cover, steel plate, etc.)

on the road

• Pedestrians who are walking fast

• Pedestrians who are changing speed abruptly

• Pedestrians running out from behind a vehicle or a large object

• Pedestrians who are extremely close to the side of the vehicle (outside

rear view mirror, etc.)

*²: For countries/areas specified as Region B (→P. 198), the pedestrian

detection function may not be available.

■If the PCS warning light flashes and a warning message is displayed on

the multi-information display

The pre-collision system may be temporarily unavailable or there may be a

malfunction in the system.

●In the following situations, the warning light will turn off, the message will

disappear and the system will become operational when normal operating

conditions return:

• When the radar sensor or camera sensor or the area around either sen-

sor is hot, such as in the sun

• When the radar sensor or camera sensor or the area around either sen-

sor is cold, such as in an extremely cold environment

• When the radar sensor or front grille emblem is dirty or covered with

snow, etc.

• If the camera sensor is obstructed, such as when the hood is open or a

sticker is attached to the windshield near the camera sensor

●If the PCS warning light continues to flash or the warning message does not

disappear, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected

by your Toyota dealer immediately.

■If VSC is disabled

●If VSC is disabled (→P. 252), the pre-collision brake assist and pre-collision

braking functions are also disabled.

●The PCS warning light will turn on and “Pre-Collision Brake is Disabled Due

to VSC OFF” will be displayed on the multi-information display.

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LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering

control)^∗

Summary of functions

When driving on highways and freeways with white (yellow) lines, this

function alerts the driver when the vehicle might depart from its lane

and provides assistance by operating the steering wheel to keep the

vehicle in its lane.

The LDA system recognizes visi-

ble white (yellow) lines with the

camera sensor on the upper por-

tion of the front windshield.

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Functions included in LDA system

◆ Lane departure alert function

When the system determines

that the vehicle might depart

from its lane, a warning is dis-

played on the multi-information

display and the warning buzzer

sounds to alert the driver.

When the warning buzzer

sounds, check the surrounding

road situation and carefully

operate the steering wheel to

move the vehicle back to the

center within the white (yellow)

lines.

◆ Steering control function

When the system determines

that the vehicle might depart

from its lane, the system pro-

vides assistance as necessary

by operating the steering wheel

in small amounts for a short

period of time to keep the vehi-

cle in its lane.

If the system detects that the

steering wheel has not been

operated for a fixed amount of

time or the steering wheel is not

being firmly gripped, a warning

is displayed on the multi-infor-

mation display and the warning

buzzer sounds.

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◆ Vehicle sway warning

When the vehicle is swaying or

appears as if it may depart from

its lane multiple times, the

warning buzzer sounds and a

message is displayed on the

multi-information display to alert

the driver.

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WARNING

■Before using LDA system

Do not rely solely upon the LDA system. LDA is not a system which auto-

matically drives the vehicle or reduces the amount of attention that must be

paid to the area in front of the vehicle. The driver must always assume full

responsibility for driving safely by always paying careful attention to the sur-

rounding conditions and operate the steering wheel to correct the path of

the vehicle. Also, make sure to take adequate breaks when fatigued, such

as from driving for a long period of time.Failure to perform appropriate driv-

ing operations and pay careful attention may lead to an accident, resulting

in death or serious injury.

■To avoid operating LDA by mistake

When not using the LDA system, use the LDA switch to turn the system off.

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WARNING

■Situations unsuitable for LDA

Do not use the LDA system in the following situations.

The system may not operate properly and lead to an accident, resulting in

death or serious injury.

●A spare tire, tire chains, etc., are equipped.

●When the tires have been excessively worn, or when the tire inflation pres-

sure is low.

●Tires which differ by structure, manufacturer, brand or tread pattern are

used.

●Objects or patterns that could be mistaken for white (yellow) lines are

present on the side of the road (guardrails, curbs, reflective poles, etc.).

●Vehicle is driven on a snow-covered road.

●White (yellow) lines are difficult to see due to rain, snow, fog, dust, etc.

●Asphalt repair marks, white (yellow) line marks, etc., are present due to

road repair.

●Vehicle is driven in a temporary lane or restricted lane due to construction

work.

●Vehicle is driven on a road surface which is slippery due to rainy weather,

fallen snow, freezing, etc.

●Vehicle is driven in traffic lanes other than on highways and freeways.

●Vehicle is driven in a construction zone.

●Vehicle is towing a trailer or another vehicle.

■Preventing LDA system malfunctions and operations performed by

mistake

●Do not modify the headlights or place stickers, etc., on the surface of the

lights.

●Do not modify the suspension etc. If the suspension etc. needs to be

replaced, contact your Toyota dealer.

●Do not install or place anything on the hood or grille. Also, do not install a

grille guard (bull bars, kangaroo bar, etc.).

●If your windshield needs repairs, contact your Toyota dealer.

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Turning LDA system on

Press the LDA switch to turn the

LDA system on.

The LDA indicator illuminates and

a message is displayed on the

multi-information display.

Press the LDA switch again to turn

the LDA system off.

When the LDA system is turned on

or off, operation of the LDA system

continues in the same condition

the next time the engine is started.

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Indications on multi-information display

LDA indicator

1

The illumination condition of the

indicator informs the driver of

the system operation status.

Illuminated in white:

LDA system is operating.

Illuminated in green:

Steering wheel assistance of the

steering control function is operat-

ing.

Flashing in amber:

Lane departure alert function is

operating.

Operation display of steering wheel operation support

2

Indicates that steering wheel assistance of the steering control

function is operating.

Lane departure alert function display

3

Displayed when the multi-information display is switched to the

driving assist system information screen.

 Inside of displayed white lines  Inside of displayed white lines

is white

is black

Indicates that the system is recog- Indicates that the system is not

nizing white (yellow) lines. When able to recognize white (yellow)

the vehicle departs from its lane, lines or is temporarily canceled.

the white line displayed on the

side the vehicle departs from

flashes amber.

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■Operation conditions of each function

●Lane departure alert function

This function operates when all of the following conditions are met.

• LDA is turned on.

• Vehicle speed is approximately 32 mph (50 km/h) or more.

• System recognizes white (yellow) lines.

• Width of traffic lane is approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) or more.

• Turn signal lever is not operated.

• Vehicle is driven on a straight road or around a gentle curve with a radius

of more than approximately 492 ft. (150 m).

• No system malfunctions are detected. (→P. 220)

●Steering control function

This function operates when all of the following conditions are met in addi-

tion to the operation conditions for the lane departure alert function.

• Setting for “

Steering Assist” in “Settings” of the multi-information dis-

play is set to “On”. (→P. 85)

• Vehicle is not accelerated or decelerated by a fixed amount or more.

• Steering wheel is not operated with a steering force level suitable for

changing lanes.

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• ABS, VSC, TRAC and PCS are not operating.

• When the VSC or TRAC system is turned off by pressing the VSC OFF

switch.

●Vehicle sway warning

This function operates when all of the following conditions are met.

• Setting for “

Alert” in “Settings” of the multi-information display is set to

“On”. (→P. 85)

• Vehicle speed is approximately 32 mph (50 km/h) or more.

• Width of traffic lane is approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) or more.

• No system malfunctions are detected. (→P. 220)

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■Temporary cancellation of functions

When operation conditions are no longer met, a function may be temporarily

canceled. However, when the operation conditions are met again, operation

of the function is automatically restored. (→P. 217)

■Steering control function

Depending on the vehicle speed, lane departure situation, road conditions,

etc., the operation of the functions may not be recognized or the functions

may not operate.

■Lane departure alert function

The warning buzzer may be difficult to hear due to external noise, audio play-

back, etc.

■Hands off steering wheel alert

When the system determines that the driver has removed their hands from

the steering wheel while the steering control function is operating, a warning

message is displayed on the multi-information display and the buzzer

sounds.

■White (yellow) lines are only on one side of road

The LDA system will not operate for the side on which white (yellow) lines

could not be recognized.

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■Conditions in which functions may not operate properly

In the following situations, the camera sensor may not detect white (yellow)

lines and various functions may not operate normally.

●There are shadows on the road that run parallel with, or cover, the white

(yellow) lines.

●The vehicle is driven in an area without white (yellow) lines, such as in front

of a tollgate or checkpoint, or at an intersection, etc.

●The white (yellow) lines are cracked, “Botts’ dots”, “Raised pavement

marker” or stones are present.

●The white (yellow) lines cannot be seen or are difficult to see due to sand,

etc.

●The vehicle is driven on a road surface that is wet due to rain, puddles, etc.

●The traffic lines are yellow (which may be more difficult to recognize than

lines that are white).

●The white (yellow) lines cross over a curb, etc.

●The vehicle is driven on a bright surface, such as concrete.

●The vehicle is driven on a surface that is bright due to reflected light, etc.

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●The vehicle is driven in an area where the brightness changes suddenly,

such as at the entrances and exits of tunnels, etc.

●Light from the headlights of an oncoming vehicle, the sun, etc., enters the

camera.

●The vehicle is driven where the road diverges, merges, etc.

●The vehicle is driven on a slope.

●The vehicle is driven on a road which tilts left or right, or a winding road.

●The vehicle is driven on an unpaved or rough road.

●The vehicle is driven around a sharp curve.

●The traffic lane is excessively narrow or wide.

●The vehicle is extremely tilted due to carrying heavy luggage or having

improper tire pressure.

●The distance to the preceding vehicle is extremely short.

●The vehicle is moving up and down a large amount due to road conditions

during driving (poor roads or road seams).

●The headlight lenses are dirty and emit a faint amount of light at night, or the

beam axis has deviated.

●The vehicle is struck by a crosswind.

●The vehicle has just changed lanes or crossed an intersection.

●Snow tires, etc., are equipped.

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■Warning message

If the following warning message is displayed on the multi-information display

and the LDA indicator illuminates in amber, follow the appropriate trouble-

shooting procedure.

Warning message

Details/Actions

The system may not be operating

properly.

“Check LDA System”

→ Have the vehicle inspected at your

Toyota dealer.

Dirt, rain, condensation, ice, snow,

etc., are present on the windshield in

front of the camera sensor.

→ Turn the LDA system off, remove

any dirt, rain, condensation, ice,

snow, etc., from the windshield, and

then turn the LDA system back on.

“Forward Camera

System

Unavailable

Clean Windshield”

The LDA system is temporarily can-

celed because the operating condi-

tions

of

the

camera

sensor

(temperature, etc.) are not met.

“Forward Camera

System

→ The LDA system can be operated

when the operating conditions of

the camera sensor (temperature,

etc.) are met. Turn the LDA system

off, wait for a while, and then turn

the LDA system back on.

Unavailable”

The LDA system is temporarily can-

celed due to a malfunction in a sensor

other than the camera sensor.

→ Turn the LDA system off and follow

the appropriate troubleshooting

procedures for other warning mes-

sages. Afterward, drive the vehicle

for a short time, and then turn the

LDA system back on.

“LDA Not Available”

The LDA system cannot be used as

the vehicle speed is approximately 32

mph (50 km/h) or less.

“LDA Unavailable Below

Approx. 32 MPH”

→ Drive the vehicle at approximately

32 mph (50 km/h) or more.

If a different warning message is displayed, follow the instructions displayed

on the screen.

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■Customization

The following settings can be changed.

Function

Setting details

Lane departure alert

Adjust alert sensitivity

Steering control function

Turn steering wheel assistance on and off

Turn function on and off

Vehicle sway warning

Adjust alert sensitivity

For how to change settings, refer to P. 85.

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Dynamic radar cruise control^∗

Summary of functions

In vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the vehicle automatically

accelerates and decelerates to match the speed changes of the pre-

ceding vehicle even if the accelerator pedal is not depressed. In con-

stant speed control mode, the vehicle runs at a fixed speed.

Use the dynamic radar cruise control on freeways and highways.

● Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode (→P. 225)

● Constant speed control mode (→P. 230)

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance but-

1

ton

Display

2

Indicators

3

Set speed

4

Cruise control switch

5

∗: If equipped

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WARNING

■Before using dynamic radar cruise control

Driving safely is the sole responsibility of the driver. Do not rely solely on the

system, and drive safely by always paying careful attention to your sur-

roundings.

The dynamic radar cruise control provides driving assistance to reduce the

driver's burden. However, there are limitations to the assistance provided.

Even when the system is functioning normally, the condition of the preced-

ing vehicle as detected by the system may differ from the condition

observed by the driver. Therefore, the driver must always remain alert,

assess the danger of each situation and drive safely. Relying on this system

or assuming the system ensures safety while driving can lead to an acci-

dent, resulting in death or serious injury.

■Cautions regarding the driving assist systems

Observe the following precautions, as there are limitations to the assistance

provided by the system.

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Failure to do so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

●Assisting the driver to measure following distance

The dynamic radar cruise control is only intended to help the driver in

determining the following distance between the driver’s own vehicle and a

designated vehicle traveling ahead. It is not a mechanism that allows care-

less or inattentive driving, and it is not a system that can assist the driver in

low-visibility conditions. It is still necessary for driver to pay close attention

to the vehicle’s surroundings.

●Assisting the driver to judge proper following distance

The dynamic radar cruise control determines whether the following dis-

tance between the driver’s own vehicle and a designated vehicle traveling

ahead is within a set range. It is not capable of making any other type of

judgement. Therefore, it is absolutely necessary for the driver to remain

vigilant and to determine whether or not there is a possibility of danger in

any given situation.

●Assisting the driver to operate the vehicle

The dynamic radar cruise control has limited capability to prevent or avoid

a collision with a vehicle traveling ahead. Therefore, if there is ever any

danger, the driver must take immediate and direct control of the vehicle

and act appropriately in order to ensure the safety of all involved.

■To avoid inadvertent dynamic radar cruise control activation

Switch the dynamic radar cruise control off using the “ON-OFF” button

when not in use.

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WARNING

■Situations unsuitable for dynamic radar cruise control

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

Doing so may result in inappropriate speed control and could cause an acci-

dent resulting in death or serious injury.

●Roads where there are pedestrians, cyclers, etc.

●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 downhills, or where there are sudden changes between sharp up

and down gradients

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

●At entrances to freeways and highways

●When weather conditions are bad enough that they may prevent the sen-

sors from detecting correctly (fog, snow, sandstorm, heavy rain, etc.)

●When there is rain, snow, etc. on the front surface of the radar sensor or

camera sensor

●In traffic conditions that require frequent repeated acceleration and decel-

eration

●When an approach warning buzzer is heard often

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Driving in vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode

This mode employs a radar sensor to detect the presence of vehicles

up to approximately 400 ft. (120 m) ahead, determines the current

vehicle-to-vehicle following distance, and operates to maintain a suit-

able following distance from the vehicle ahead.

Note that vehicle-to-vehicle distance will close in when traveling on long

downhill slopes.

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Example of constant speed cruising

1

When there are no vehicles ahead

The vehicle travels at the speed set by the driver. The desired vehicle-to-

vehicle distance can also be set by operating the vehicle-to-vehicle dis-

tance button.

Example of deceleration cruising and follow-up cruising

2

When a preceding vehicle driving slower than the set speed

appears

When a vehicle is detected running ahead of you, the system automatically

decelerates your vehicle. When a greater reduction in vehicle speed is

necessary, the system applies the brakes (the stop lights will come on at

this time). The system will respond to changes in the speed of the vehicle

ahead in order to maintain the vehicle-to-vehicle distance set by the driver.

Approach warning warns you when the system cannot decelerate suffi-

ciently to prevent your vehicle from closing in on the vehicle ahead.

Example of acceleration

3

When there are no longer any preceding vehicles driving slower

than the set speed

The system accelerates until the set speed is reached. The system then

returns to constant speed cruising.

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Setting the vehicle speed (vehicle-to-vehicle distance control

mode)

Press the “ON-OFF” button to

1

activate the cruise control.

Radar cruise control indicator will

come on and a message will be

displayed on the multi-information

display.

Press the button again to deacti-

vate the cruise control.

If the “ON-OFF” button is pressed

and held for 1.5 seconds or more,

the system turns on in constant

speed control mode. (→P. 230)

Accelerate or decelerate, with

2

accelerator pedal operation, to

the desired vehicle speed

(above approximately 30 mph

[50 km/h]) and push the lever

down to set the speed.

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 displayed.

Increases the speed

1

Decreases the speed

2

Fine adjustment: Momentarily

move the lever in the desired

direction.

Large adjustment: Hold the lever

up or down to change the speed,

and release when the desired

speed is reached.

In the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the set speed will be

increased or decreased as follows:

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 For the U.S.A

^{Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 km/h)}*¹or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)*²each time

the lever is operated

^{Large adjustment: Increases or decreases in 1 mph (1.6 km/h)}*¹or 1 km/h

^{(0.6 mph)}*²increments for as long as the lever is held

 For Canada

^{Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 km/h)}*¹or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)*²each time

the lever is operated

^{Large adjustment: Increases or decreases in 5 mph (8 km/h)}*¹or 5 km/h

^{(3.1 mph)}*²increments for as long as the lever is held

In the constant speed control mode (→P. 230), the set speed will be

increased or decreased as follows:

Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 km/h)*¹or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)*²each time

the lever is operated

Large adjustment: The speed will continue to change while the lever is

held.

*¹: When the set speed is shown in “MPH”

*²: When the set speed is shown in “km/h”

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Changing the vehicle-to-vehicle distance (vehicle-to-vehicle dis-

tance control mode)

Pressing the button changes the

vehicle-to-vehicle distance as fol-

lows:

Long

1

Preceding

vehicle mark

Medium

Short

2

3

The vehicle-to-vehicle distance is

set automatically to long mode

when the engine switch is turned to

IGNITION ON mode.

If a vehicle is running ahead of you, the preceding vehicle mark will also be

displayed.

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance settings (vehicle-to-vehicle distance

control mode)

Select a distance from the table below. Note that the distances shown

correspond to a vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Vehicle-to-vehicle

distance increases/decreases in accordance with vehicle speed.

Distance options

Long

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance

Approximately 160 ft. (50 m)

Approximately 130 ft. (40 m)

Approximately 100 ft. (30 m)

Medium

Short

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Canceling and resuming the speed control

Pulling the lever toward you

cancels the speed control.

1

The speed control is also canceled

when

the

brake

pedal

is

depressed.

Pushing the lever up resumes

the cruise control and returns

vehicle speed to the set speed.

2

However, cruise control does not

resume when the vehicle speed is

approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) or

less.

Approach warning (vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode)

4

When your vehicle is too close to

a vehicle ahead, and sufficient

automatic deceleration via the

cruise control is not possible, the

display will flash and the buzzer

will sound to alert the driver. An

example of this would be if

another driver cuts in front of you

while you are following a vehicle.

Depress the brake pedal to

ensure an appropriate vehicle-to-

vehicle distance.

■ Warnings may not occur when

In the following instances, warnings may not occur even when the

vehicle-to-vehicle distance is small.

● When the speed of the preceding vehicle matches or exceeds

your vehicle speed

● When the preceding vehicle is traveling at an extremely slow

speed

● Immediately after the cruise control speed was set

● When depressing the accelerator pedal

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Selecting constant speed control mode

When constant speed control mode is selected, your vehicle will main-

tain a set speed without controlling the vehicle-to-vehicle distance.

Select this mode only when vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode

does not function correctly due to a dirty radar sensor, etc.

With the cruise control off,

1

press and hold the “ON-OFF”

button for 1.5 seconds or more.

Immediately after the “ON-OFF”

button is pressed, the radar cruise

control indicator will come on.

Afterwards, it switches to the cruise

control indicator.

Switching to constant speed con-

trol mode is only possible when

operating the lever with the cruise

control off.

Accelerate or decelerate, with

2

accelerator pedal operation, to

the desired vehicle speed

(above approximately 30 mph

[50 km/h]) and push the lever

down to set the speed.

Cruise control “SET” indicator will

come on.

The vehicle speed at the moment

the lever is released becomes the

set speed.

Adjusting the speed setting: →P. 227

Canceling and resuming the speed setting: →P. 229

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■Dynamic radar cruise control can be set when

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

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

●Vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph (50 km/h).

■Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed

The vehicle can accelerate by operating the accelerator pedal. After acceler-

ating, the set speed resumes. However, during vehicle-to-vehicle distance

control mode, the vehicle speed may decrease below the set speed in order

to maintain the distance to the preceding vehicle.

■Automatic cancelation of vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode is automatically canceled in the fol-

lowing situations.

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

●VSC is activated.

●TRAC is activated for a period of time.

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●When the VSC or TRAC system is turned off by pressing the VSC OFF

switch.

●The sensor cannot detect correctly because it is covered in some way.

●Pre-collision braking is activated.

If vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode is automatically canceled for any

other reason, there may be a malfunction in the system. Contact your Toyota

dealer.

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■Automatic cancelation of constant speed control mode

Constant speed control mode is automatically canceled in the following situa-

tions:

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

the set vehicle speed.

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

●VSC is activated.

●TRAC is activated for a period of time.

●When the VSC or TRAC system is turned off by pressing the VSC OFF

switch.

●Pre-collision braking is activated.

If constant speed control mode is automatically canceled for any other rea-

son, there may be a malfunction in the system. Contact your Toyota dealer.

■Warning messages and buzzers for dynamic radar cruise control

Warning messages and buzzers are used to indicate a system malfunction or

to inform the driver of the need for caution while driving. If a warning message

is shown on the multi-information display, read the message and follow the

instructions.

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■When the sensor may not be correctly detecting the vehicle ahead

In the case of the following and depending on the conditions, operate the

brake pedal when deceleration of the system is insufficient or operate the

accelerator pedal when acceleration is required.

As the sensor may not be able to correctly detect these types of vehicles, the

approach warning (→P. 229) may not be activated.

●Vehicles that cut in suddenly

●Vehicles traveling at low speeds

●Vehicles that are not moving in the same lane

●Vehicles with small rear ends (trailers with no load on board, etc.)

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●Motorcycles traveling in the same lane

●When water or snow thrown up by the surrounding vehicles hinders the

detecting of the sensor

●When your vehicle is pointing upwards

(caused by a heavy load in the luggage

compartment, etc.)

●Preceding vehicle has an extremely

high ground clearance

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■Conditions under which the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode

may not function correctly

In the case of the following conditions, operate the brake pedal (or accelera-

tor pedal, depending on the situation) as necessary.

As the sensor may not be able to correctly detect vehicles ahead, the system

may not operate properly.

●When the road curves or when the

lanes are narrow

●When steering wheel operation or your

position in the lane is unstable

●When the vehicle ahead of you decelerates suddenly

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Cruise control^∗

Summary of functions

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

accelerator pedal.

Display

1

Indicators

2

Set speed

3

Cruise control switch

4

Setting the vehicle speed

1

Press the “ON-OFF” button to

activate the cruise control.

Cruise control indicator will be dis-

played.

Press the button again to deacti-

vate the cruise control.

2

Accelerate or decelerate the

vehicle to the desired speed,

and push the lever down to set

the speed.

Cruise control “SET” indicator will

be displayed.

The vehicle speed at the moment

the lever is released becomes the

set speed.

∗: If equipped

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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 direc-

tion.

Large adjustment: Hold the lever in

the desired direction.

The set speed will be increased or decreased as follows:

• When the set speed is shown in “MPH”

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

is operated.

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

ually until the lever is released.

• When the set speed is shown in “km/h”

Fine adjustment: By approximately 1 km/h (0.6 mph) each time the lever

is operated

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

ually 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 brakes are applied.

Pushing the lever up resumes

2

the constant speed control.

Resuming is available when the

vehicle speed is more than approx-

imately 25 mph (40 km/h).

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■Cruise control can be set when

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

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

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

■Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed

●The vehicle can be accelerated normally. After acceleration, 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 will stop maintaining the vehicle speed in any of the following

situations.

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

the preset vehicle speed.

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

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

●VSC is activated.

■If the warning message for the cruise control is shown 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 control cancels imme-

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

system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

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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.

●During emergency towing

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BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)^∗

Summary of the Blind Spot Monitor

The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that has 2 functions;

● The Blind Spot Monitor function

Assists the driver in making the decision when changing lanes

● The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function

Assists the driver when backing up

These functions use same sensors.

4

BSM main switch

1

Pressing the switch turns the system on or off. When the switch is set to

on, the switch’s indicator illuminates. Common switch for Blind Spot Moni-

tor function and Rear Cross Traffic Alert function.

Outside rear view mirror indicator

2

Blind Spot Monitor function:

When a vehicle is detected in the blind spot, the outside rear view mirror

indicator comes on while the turn signal lever is not operated and the out-

side rear view mirror indicator flashes while the turn signal lever is oper-

ated.

Rear Cross Traffic Alert function:

When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is

detected, the outside rear view mirror indicators flash.

∗: If equipped

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Rear Cross Traffic Alert buzzer (Rear Cross Traffic Alert function

only)

3

When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is

detected, a buzzer sounds from behind the rear seat.

■The outside rear view mirror indicators visibility

When under strong sunlight, the outside rear view mirror indicator may be dif-

ficult to see.

■Rear Cross Traffic Alert buzzer hearing

Rear Cross Traffic Alert function may be difficult to hear over loud noises

such as high audio volume.

■When there is a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitor system

If a system malfunction is detected due to any of the following reasons, warn-

ing messages will be displayed:

●There is a malfunction with the sensors

●The sensors have become dirty

Clean the sensor and its surrounding area on the bumper.

●The outside temperature is extremely high or low

●The sensor voltage has become abnormal

If a message continues to be displayed, have the vehicle inspected by your

Toyota dealer.

■Certification for the Blind Spot Monitor system

 For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.

FCC ID: OAYSRR2A

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to

the following two conditions:

(1)This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

FCC WARNING

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for

compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

 For vehicles sold in Canada

Applicable law : Canada 310

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not

cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, includ-

ing interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Frequency bands : 24.05 - 24.25GHz

Output power : less than 20 milliwatts

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WARNING

■Handling the radar sensor

One Blind Spot Monitor sensor is installed inside the left and right side of

the vehicle rear bumper respectively. Observe the following to ensure the

Blind Spot Monitor system can function correctly.

●Keep the sensor and its surrounding

area on the bumper clean at all times.

●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 mal-

function 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 sensor or surrounding area on

the bumper.

●Do not modify the sensor or surrounding area on the bumper.

●Do not paint the rear bumper any color other than an official Toyota color.

The Blind Spot Monitor function

The Blind Spot Monitor function uses radar sensors to detect vehicles

that are traveling in an adjacent lane in the area that is not reflected in

the outside rear view mirror (the blind spot), and advises the driver of

the vehicles existence via the outside rear view mirror indicator.

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The Blind Spot Monitor function detection areas

The areas that vehicles can be detected in are outlined below.

The range of the detection area

extends to:

Approximately 11.5 ft. (3.5 m)

1

from the side of the vehicle

The first 1.6 ft. (0.5 m) from the

side of the vehicle is not in the

detection area

Approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) from

2

the rear bumper

Approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m) for-

3

ward of the rear bumper

WARNING

■Cautions regarding the use of the system

The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking

care to observe your surroundings.

The Blind Spot Monitor function is a supplementary function which alerts the

driver that a vehicle is present in the blind spot. Do not overly rely on the

Blind Spot Monitor function. The function 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. Therefore

the driver’s own visual confirmation of safety is necessary.

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■The Blind Spot Monitor function is operational when

●The BSM main switch is set to on

●Vehicle speed is greater than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h).

■The Blind Spot Monitor function will detect a vehicle when

●A vehicle in an adjacent lane overtakes your vehicle.

●Another vehicle enters the detection area when it changes lanes.

■Conditions under which the Blind Spot Monitor function will not detect a

vehicle

The Blind Spot Monitor function is not designed to detect the following types

of vehicles and/or objects:

^{●Small motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians etc.}*

●Vehicles traveling in the opposite direction

^{●Guardrails, walls, signs, parked vehicles and similar stationary objects}*

●Following vehicles that are in the same lane*

●Vehicles driving 2 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 function may not func-

tion correctly

●The Blind Spot Monitor function may not detect vehicles correctly in the fol-

lowing conditions:

• During bad weather such as heavy rain, fog, 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, standing water etc.

• When there is a significant difference in speed between your vehicle and

the vehicle that enters the detection area

• 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, a dip

in the road etc.

• When multiple vehicles approach with only a small gap between each

vehicle

• When vehicle lanes are wide, and the vehicle in the next lane is too far

away from your vehicle

• When the vehicle that enters the detection area is traveling 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

• Directly after the BSM main switch is set to on

●Instances of the Blind Spot Monitor function unnecessarily detecting a vehi-

cle and/or object may increase under the following conditions:

• When there is only a short distance between your vehicle and a guardrail,

wall etc.

• When there is only a short distance between your vehicle and a following

vehicle

• When vehicle lanes are narrow and a vehicle driving 2 lanes across from

your vehicle enters the detection area

• When items such as a bicycle carrier are installed on the rear of the vehi-

cle

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The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function

The Rear Cross Traffic Alert functions when your vehicle is in reverse.

It can detect other vehicles approaching from the right or left rear of

the vehicle. It uses radar sensors to alert the driver of the other vehi-

cle’s existence through flashing the outside rear view mirror indicators

and sounding a buzzer.

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Approaching vehicles

WARNING

Detection areas

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■Cautions regarding the use of the system

The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking

care to observe your surroundings.

The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function is only an assist and is not a replace-

ment for careful driving. Driver must be careful when backing up, even

when using Rear Cross Traffic Alert function. The driver’s own visual confir-

mation of behind you and your vehicle is necessary and be sure there are

no pedestrians, other vehicles etc. before backing up. Failure to do so could

cause death or serious injury.

According to conditions, the system may not function correctly. Therefore

the driver’s own visual confirmation of safety is necessary.

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The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function detection areas

The areas that vehicles can be detected in are outlined below.

To give the driver a more consistent time to react, the buzzer can alert

for faster vehicles from farther away.

Example:

Approximate

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Approaching vehicle

Speed

alert distance

65 ft. (20 m)

18 ft. (5.5 m)

Fast

18 mph (28 km/h)

5 mph (8 km/h)

Slow

■The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function is operational when

●The BSM main switch is set to on.

●The shift lever is in R.

●Vehicle speed is less than approximately 5 mph (8 km/h).

●Approaching vehicle speed is between approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) and

18 mph (28 km/h).

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■Conditions under which the Rear Cross Traffic Alert function will not

detect a vehicle

The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function is not designed to detect the following

types of vehicles and/or objects.

^{●Small motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians etc.}*

●Vehicles approaching from directly behind

^{●Guardrails, walls, signs, parked vehicles and similar stationary objects}*

●Vehicles moving away from your vehicle

^{●Vehicles approaching from the parking spaces next to your vehicle}*

●Vehicles backing up in the parking space next to your vehicle*

*^{: Depending on conditions, detection of a vehicle and/or object may occur.}

■Conditions under which the Rear Cross Traffic Alert function may not

function correctly

The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function may not detect vehicles correctly in the

following conditions:

●When ice or mud etc. is attached to the rear bumper

●During bad weather such as heavy rain, fog, snow etc.

●When multiple vehicles approach continuously

●Shallow angle parking

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●When a vehicle is approaching at high speed

●When parking on a steep incline, such as hills, a dip in the road etc.

●Directly after the BSM main switch is set to on

●Vehicles that the sensors cannot detect

because of obstacles

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Driving mode select switches

The driving modes can be selected to suit driving condition.

Normal mode

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Use for normal driving.

While in Eco drive mode or sport mode, press the switch to change the

driving mode to normal mode.

Eco drive mode

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Use Eco drive mode to help achieve low fuel consumption during

trips that involve frequent accelerating.

When the “ECO” switch is pressed, the “ECO MODE” indicator comes on

in the instrument cluster.

Sport mode

3

Use sport mode when increased acceleration response and precise

handling is desired, for example, when driving on mountain roads.

When the “SPORT” switch is pressed, the “SPORT” indicator comes on in

the instrument cluster.

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■Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode

Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed of the

air conditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency (→P. 260). To improve air

conditioning performance, adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive mode.

■Sport mode automatic deactivation

Sport mode is automatically deactivated if the engine switch is turned off after

driving in sport mode.

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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

◆ VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)

Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or

turning on slippery road surfaces

◆ TRAC (Traction Control)

Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the drive wheels from

spinning when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads

◆ EPS (Electric Power Steering)

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

turn the steering wheel

◆ BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) (if equipped)

→P. 239

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When the TRAC/VSC systems are operating

The slip indicator light will flash

while the TRAC/VSC systems are

operating.

Disabling the TRAC system

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

reduce power from the engine to the wheels. Pressing the switch to

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

order to free it.

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To turn the TRAC system off,

quickly press and release the

switch.

The “TRAC OFF” and a message

will be shown on the multi-informa-

tion display.

Press the switch again to turn the

system back on.

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■Turning off both TRAC/VSC systems

To turn the TRAC/VSC systems off, press and hold the switch for more than 3

seconds while the vehicle is stopped.

The VSC OFF and “TRAC OFF” and a message will be shown on the multi-

^{information display}*.

Press the switch again to turn the systems back on.

*: On vehicles with pre-collision system, pre-collision brake assist and pre-

collision braking will also be disabled. The pre-collision system warning

light will come on and the message will be shown on the multi-information

display. (→P. 210)

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

ing that TRAC has been disabled even if the TRAC/VSC OFF switch has

not been pressed

TRAC cannot be operated. Contact your Toyota dealer.

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

systems

●A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the brake pedal

is depressed repeatedly, 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.

■EPS operation sound

When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be

heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.

■Automatic reactivation of TRAC and VSC systems

After turning the TRAC and VSC systems off, the systems will be automati-

cally re-enabled in the following situations:

●When the engine switch is turned off

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

speed increases

If both the TRAC 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.

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WARNING

■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

■TRAC may not operate effectively when

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

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

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

lost.

■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 TRAC/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 TRAC/VSC systems off unless necessary.

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WARNING

■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, TRAC and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires

are installed on the vehicle.

Contact your Toyota dealer 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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