Get Driving Guide for Toyota Prius 4 Door Fifth Generation (2023-2026)

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Driving

5

5-1. Before driving

PCS (Pre-Collision System)

.................................. 293

Driving the vehicle....... 239

Cargo and luggage ..... 246

Vehicle load limits ....... 249

Trailer towing .............. 250

Dinghy towing ............. 250

5-2. Driving procedures

Power (ignition) switch 251

Transmission............... 256

Turn signal lever ......... 262

Parking brake.............. 263

Brake Hold .................. 266

LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)

.................................. 305

LCA (Lane Change Assist)

.................................. 310

LDA (Lane Departure Alert)

.................................. 313

PDA (Proactive driving

assist)........................ 320

FCTA (Front Cross Traffic

Alert).......................... 326

RSA (Road Sign Assist)

.................................. 329

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5-3. Operating the lights and

wipers

Dynamic radar cruise con-

trol ............................. 331

Headlight switch.......... 269

Cruise control.............. 342

AHB (Automatic High

Beam)........................ 272

Emergency Driving Stop

System ...................... 345

Windshield wipers and

washer....................... 275

Traffic Jam Assist........ 348

BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)

.................................. 354

5-4. Refueling

Opening the fuel tank cap

.................................. 279

Safe Exit Assist ........... 359

Intuitive parking assist. 363

5-5. Using the driving support

systems

RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic

Alert) function ............ 373

Toyota Safety Sense

3.0/Traffic Jam Assist soft-

ware update .............. 282

RCD (Rear Camera Detec-

tion) function.............. 378

PKSB (Parking Support

Brake)........................ 382

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0

.................................. 284

Driver monitor ............. 292

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Driving

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Parking Support Brake

function (static objects to

the front and rear/static

objects around the vehicle)

.................................. 388

Parking Support Brake func-

tion (rear-crossing vehi-

cles)........................... 392

Parking Support Brake

function (rear pedestrians)

.................................. 393

Toyota Teammate

Advanced Park.......... 395

Driving mode select switch

.................................. 422

Driving assist systems 424

5-6. Driving tips

Winter driving tips ....... 429

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5-1. Before driving

5-1.Before driving

2 If the parking brake is

released, set the parking

brake. (P.263)

Driving the vehic le

The following procedures

should be observed to

ensure safe driving:

3 Shift the shift position to P.

(P.257)

Check that the shift position indica-

tor shows P and the parking brake

indicator is illuminated.

Driving procedure

4 Press the power switch to

stop the hybrid system.

■ Starting the hybrid system

P.251

5 Slowly release the brake

pedal.

■ Driving

1 With the brake pedal

depressed, shift the shift

position to D.

6 Lock the door, making sure

that you have the electronic

key on your person.

Check that the shift position indica-

tor shows D.

If parking on a hill, block the wheels

as needed.

2 If the parking brake is set,

release the parking brake.

(P.263)

■ Starting off on a steep

uphill

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1 Firmly depress the brake

pedal and shift the shift posi-

tion to D.

If the parking brake is in automatic

mode, the parking brake will be

released automatically. (P.264)

The hill-start assist control will be

activated.

3 Gradually release the brake

pedal and gently depress the

accelerator pedal to acceler-

ate the vehicle.

2 Set the parking brake.

(P.263)

3 Release the brake pedal and

gently depress the accelera-

tor pedal to accelerate the

vehicle.

■ Stopping

1 Depress the brake pedal.

2 If necessary, set the parking

brake.

4 Release the parking brake.

(P.263)

If the vehicle is to be stopped for an

extended period of time, shift the

shift position to P. (P.257)

■For electricity-saving and fuel-

efficient driving

■ Parking the vehicle

1 Depress the brake pedal to

stop the vehicle completely.

Understand the system characteris-

tics of the vehicle to use the func-

tions of the hybrid system. Also,

keep in mind that Plug-in Hybrid

Electric Vehicles are similar to con-

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5-1. Before driving

ventional vehicles, and it is neces-

sary to refrain from activities such

as sudden acceleration. Refer to

“Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle driv-

ing tips”. (P.88)

releasing the accelerator pedal will

cause the “Stop” score to increase.

■Restraining the hybrid system

output (Brake Override System)

●When the accelerator and brake

pedals are depressed at the same

time, the hybrid system output

may be restrained.

■Driving in the rain

●Drive carefully when it is raining,

because visibility will be reduced,

the windows may become fogged-

up, and the road will be slippery.

●A warning message is displayed

on the multi-information display

while the system is operating.

●Drive carefully when it starts to

rain, because the road surface will

be especially slippery.

■Breaking in your new Toyota

To extend the life of the vehicle,

observing the following precautions

is recommended:

●Refrain from high speeds when

driving on an expressway in the

rain, because there may be a

layer of water between the tires

and the road surface, preventing

the steering and brakes from

operating properly.

●For the first 200 miles (300 km):

Avoid sudden stops.

●For the first 600 miles (1000 km):

• Do not drive at extremely high

speeds.

• Avoid sudden acceleration.

• Do not drive continuously in low

gears.

• Do not drive at a constant speed

for extended periods.

■ECO Accelerator Guidance

(P.163)

It is easier to drive in an Eco-friendly

manner by driving while referring to

the ECO Accelerator Guidance dis-

play. Also, by using the ECO Accel-

erator Guidance it is easier to

■Operating your vehicle in a for-

eign country

increase the “Eco Score” evaluation.

●When starting off:

Comply with the relevant vehicle

registration laws and confirm the

availability of the correct fuel.

(P.601)

While staying within the ECO Accel-

erator Guidance range, gradually

depress the accelerator pedal and

accelerate to the desired speed. If

excessive acceleration is avoided,

the “Start” score will increase.

WARNING

Observe the following precau-

tions.

Failure to do so may result in

death or serious injury.

●When driving:

After accelerating to the desired

speed, release the accelerator

pedal and drive at a stable speed

within the ECO Accelerator Guid-

ance range. By keeping the vehicle

within the ECO Accelerator Guid-

ance range, the “Cruise” score will

increase.

■When starting the vehicle

Always keep your foot on the

brake pedal while stopped with

the “READY” indicator is illumi-

nated. This prevents the vehicle

from creeping.

●When stopping:

When stopping the vehicle, early

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5-1. Before driving

●Do not drive the vehicle over or

stop the vehicle near flammable

materials such as leaves, paper

or rags.

WARNING

■When driving the vehicle

●Do not drive if you are unfamil-

iar with the location of the brake

and accelerator pedals to avoid

depressing the wrong pedal.

The exhaust system and

exhaust gases can be

extremely hot. These hot parts

may cause a fire if there is any

flammable material nearby.

• Accidentally depressing the

accelerator pedal instead of the

brake pedal will result in sudden

acceleration that may lead to an

accident.

●During normal driving, do not

turn off the hybrid system. Turn-

ing the hybrid system off while

driving will not cause loss of

steering or braking control.

However, power assist for the

steering wheel may be lost mak-

ing it difficult to steer smoothly

before stopping the vehicle

depending on the remaining

charge in the 12-volt battery or

usage conditions. In this situa-

tion, you should pull over and

stop the vehicle as soon as it is

safe to do so.

• When backing up, you may twist

your body around, leading to a

difficulty in operating the pedals.

Make sure to operate the pedals

properly.

• Make sure to keep a correct

driving posture even when mov-

ing the vehicle only slightly. This

allows you to depress the brake

and accelerator pedals properly.

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In the event of an emergency,

such as if it becomes impossible

to stop the vehicle in the normal

way: P.547

• Depress the brake pedal using

your right foot. Depressing the

brake pedal using your left foot

may delay response in an emer-

gency, resulting in an accident.

●Use engine braking (downshift)

to maintain a safe speed when

driving down a steep hill.

Using the brakes continuously

may cause the brakes to over-

heat and lose effectiveness.

(P.256)

●The driver should pay extra

attention to pedestrians when

the vehicle is powered only by

the electric motor (traction

motor). As there is no engine

noise, the pedestrians may mis-

judge the vehicle’s movement.

Even if the Acoustic Vehicle

Alerting System is operating,

drive with care as pedestrians in

the vicinity may still not notice

the vehicle if the surrounding

area is noisy.

●Do not adjust the position of the

steering wheel, the seat, inside

rear view mirror (if equipped),

Digital Rear-view Mirror (if

equipped) or outside rear view

mirrors while driving.

Doing so may result in a loss of

vehicle control.

●Always check that all passen-

gers’ arms, head or other parts

of their body are not outside the

vehicle.

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WARNING

■When shifting the shift posi-

tion

●Do not drive across a river or

through other bodies of water.

This may cause electric/elec-

tronic components to short cir-

cuit, damage the hybrid system

or cause other serious damage

to the vehicle.

●Do not let the vehicle roll back-

ward while a forward driving

position is selected, or roll for-

ward while the shift position is in

R.

Doing so may result in an acci-

dent or damage to the vehicle.

●Do not drive in excess of the

speed limit. Even if the legal

speed limit permits it, do not

drive over 85 mph (140 km/h)

unless your vehicle has high-

speed capability tires. Driving

over 85 mph (140 km/h) may

result in tire failure, loss of con-

trol and possible injury. Be sure

to consult a tire dealer to deter-

mine whether the tires on your

vehicle are high-speed capabil-

ity tires or not before driving at

such speeds.

●Do not shift the shift position to

P while the vehicle is moving.

Doing so can damage the trans-

mission and may result in a loss

of vehicle control.

●Do not shift the shift position to

R while the vehicle is moving

forward. Doing so can damage

the transmission and may result

in a loss of vehicle control.

●Do not shift the shift position to

a driving position while the vehi-

cle is moving backward. Doing

so can damage the transmis-

sion and may result in a loss of

vehicle control.

■When driving on slippery

road surfaces

●Sudden braking, acceleration

and steering may cause tire

slippage and reduce your ability

to control the vehicle.

●Changing the shift position to N

while the vehicle is moving will

disengage the hybrid system.

Regenerative braking is not

available with the hybrid system

disengaged.

●Sudden acceleration, engine

braking due to shifting, or

changes in engine speed could

cause the vehicle to skid, result-

ing in an accident.

●Do not shift the shift position

with the accelerator pedal

depressed. Changing the shift

position to any positions other

than P or N may lead to unex-

pected rapid acceleration of the

vehicle that may cause an acci-

dent and result in death or seri-

ous injury.

After changing the shift position,

make sure to confirm the cur-

rent shift position displayed on

the shift position indicator inside

the meter.

●After driving through a puddle,

lightly depress the brake pedal

to make sure that the brakes

are functioning properly. Wet

brake pads may prevent the

brakes from functioning prop-

erly. If the brakes on only one

side are wet and not functioning

properly, steering control may

be affected.

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■When the vehicle is parked

WARNING

●Do not leave glasses, cigarette

lighters, spray cans, or soft

drink cans in the vehicle when it

is in the sun.

Doing so may result in the fol-

lowing:

■If you hear a squealing or

scraping noise (brake pad

wear limit indicators)

Have the brake pads checked and

replaced by your Toyota dealer as

soon as possible.

• Gas may leak from a cigarette

lighter or spray can, and may

lead to a fire.

Rotor damage may result if the

pads are not replaced when

needed.

It is dangerous to drive the vehicle

when the wear limits of the brake

pads and/or those of the brake

discs are exceeded.

• The temperature inside the

vehicle may cause the plastic

lenses and plastic material of

glasses to deform or crack.

■When the vehicle is stopped

• Soft drink cans may fracture,

causing the contents to spray

over the interior of the vehicle,

and may also cause a short cir-

cuit in the vehicle’s electrical

components.

●Do not depress the accelerator

pedal unnecessarily.

If the shift position is in any

position other than P or N, the

vehicle may accelerate sud-

denly and unexpectedly, caus-

ing an accident.

●Do not leave cigarette lighters in

the vehicle. If a cigarette lighter

is in a place such as the glove

box or on the floor, it may be lit

accidentally when luggage is

loaded or the seat is adjusted,

causing a fire.

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●In order to prevent accidents

due to the vehicle rolling away,

always keep depressing the

brake pedal while stopped with

the “READY” indicator is illumi-

nated, and apply the parking

brake as necessary.

●Do not attach adhesive discs to

the windshield or windows. Do

not place containers such as air

fresheners on the instrument

panel or dashboard. Adhesive

discs or containers may act as

lenses, causing a fire in the

vehicle.

●If the vehicle is stopped on an

incline, in order to prevent acci-

dents caused by the vehicle roll-

ing forward or backward, always

depress the brake pedal and

securely apply the parking

brake as needed.

●Do not leave a door or window

open if the curved glass is

coated with a metallized film

such as a silver-colored one.

Reflected sunlight may cause

the glass to act as a lens, caus-

ing a fire.

●Avoid revving or racing the

engine.

Running the engine at high

speed while the vehicle is

stopped may cause the exhaust

system to overheat, which could

result in a fire if combustible

material is nearby.

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WARNING

●If the electronically controlled

brake system does not operate,

do not follow other vehicles

closely and avoid hills or sharp

turns that require braking.

●Always apply the parking brake,

shift the shift position to P, stop

the hybrid system and lock the

vehicle.

Do not leave the vehicle unat-

tended while the “READY” indi-

cator is illuminated.

If the vehicle is parked with the

shift position in P but the park-

ing brake is not set, the vehicle

may start to move, possibly

leading to an accident.

In this case, braking is still pos-

sible, but the brake pedal

should be depressed more

firmly than usual. Also, the brak-

ing distance will increase. Have

your brakes fixed immediately.

●The brake system consists of 2

or more individual hydraulic sys-

tems; if one of the systems fails,

the other(s) will still operate. In

this case, the brake pedal

●Do not touch the exhaust pipes

while the “READY” indicator is

illuminated or immediately after

turning the hybrid system off.

Doing so may cause burns.

should be depressed more

firmly than usual and the brak-

ing distance will increase. Have

your brakes fixed immediately.

■When taking a nap in the

vehicle

Always turn the hybrid system off.

Otherwise, if you accidentally shift

the shift position or depress the

accelerator pedal, this could

cause an accident or fire due to

hybrid system overheating. Addi-

tionally, if the vehicle is parked in

a poorly ventilated area, exhaust

gases may collect and enter the

vehicle, leading to death or a seri-

ous health hazard.

NOTICE

■When driving the vehicle

●Do not depress the accelerator

and brake pedals at the same

time during driving, as this may

restrain the hybrid system out-

put.

●Do not use the accelerator

pedal or depress the accelera-

tor and brake pedals at the

same time to hold the vehicle on

a hill.

■When braking

●When the brakes are wet, drive

more cautiously.

■Avoiding damage to vehicle

parts

Braking distance increases

when the brakes are wet, and

this may cause one side of the

vehicle to brake differently than

the other side. Also, the parking

brake may not securely hold the

vehicle.

●Do not turn the steering wheel

fully in either direction and hold

it there for an extended period

of time.

Doing so may damage the

power steering.

●When driving over bumps in the

road, drive as slowly as possible

to avoid damaging the wheels,

underside of the vehicle, etc.

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If the shift control system is dam-

aged by flooding, it may not be

possible to shift the shift position

to P, or from P to other positions.

In this case, contact your Toyota

dealer.

NOTICE

■If you get a flat tire while driv-

ing

A flat or damaged tire may cause

the following situations. Hold the

steering wheel firmly and gradu-

ally depress the brake pedal to

slow down the vehicle.

■When parking the vehicle

Always set the parking brake, and

shift the shift position to P. Failure

to do so may cause the vehicle to

move or the vehicle may acceler-

ate suddenly if the accelerator

pedal is accidentally depressed.

●It may be difficult to control your

vehicle.

●The vehicle will make abnormal

sounds or vibrations.

●The vehicle will lean abnor-

Sudden start restraint

control (Drive-Start Con-

trol [DSC])

mally.

Information on what to do in case

of a flat tire (P.574)

■When encountering flooded

When the following unusual

operation is performed with the

accelerator pedal depressed,

the hybrid system output may be

restrained.

roads

Do not drive on a road that has

flooded after heavy rain, etc.

Doing so may cause the following

serious damage to the vehicle:

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●Engine stalling

 When the shift position is

●Short in electrical components

shifted to R^*.

●Engine damage caused by

water immersion

 When the shift position is

shifted from P or R to forward

In the event that you drive on a

flooded road and the vehicle is

flooded, be sure to have your

Toyota dealer check the following:

drive shift position such as D^*.

When the system operates, a mes-

sage appears on the multi-informa-

tion display. Read the message

and follow the instruction.

●Brake function

●Changes in quantity and quality

of oil and fluid used for the

engine, transmission, tran-

saxle, etc.

*

: Depending on the situation, the

shift position may not be

changed.

●Lubricant condition for the bear-

ings and suspension joints

(where possible), and the func-

tion of all joints, bearings, etc.

■Drive-Start Control (DSC)

●When the TRAC is turned off

(P.425), sudden start restraint

control also does not operate. If

your vehicle have trouble escap-

ing from the mud or fresh snow

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due to sudden start restraint con-

trol operation, deactivate TRAC

(P.425) so that the vehicle may

become able to escape from the

mud or fresh snow.

Cargo and luggage

Take notice of the following

information about storage

precautions, cargo capacity

and load:

WARNING

■Things that must not be car-

ried in the luggage compart-

ment

The following things may cause a

fire if loaded in the luggage com-

partment:

●Receptacles containing gaso-

line

●Aerosol cans

■Storage precautions

Observe the following precau-

tions.

Failure to do so may prevent the

pedals from being depressed

properly, may block the driver’s

vision, or may result in items hit-

ting the driver or passengers, pos-

sibly causing an accident.

●Stow cargo and luggage in the

luggage compartment when-

ever possible.

●Do not stack cargo and luggage

in the luggage compartment

higher than the seatbacks.

●When you fold down the rear

seats, long items should not be

placed directly behind the front

seats.

●Never allow anyone to ride in

the luggage compartment. It is

not designed for passengers.

They should ride in their seats

with their seat belts properly

fastened.

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Capacity and distribution

WARNING

●Do not place cargo or luggage

Cargo capacity depends on the

total weight of the occupants.

in or on the following locations.

• At the feet of the driver

(Cargo capacity) = (Total load

capacity) - (Total weight of occu-

pants)

• On the front passenger or rear

seats (when stacking items)

• On the luggage cover

• On the instrument panel

• On the dashboard

Steps for Determining Correct

Load Limit 

●Secure all items in the occupant

(1) Locate the statement “The

combined weight of occupants

and cargo should never exceed

XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your

vehicle’s placard.

compartment.

NOTICE

■If luggage is loaded on the

roof (vehicles with solar

charging system)

(2) Determine the combined

weight of the driver and passen-

gers that will be riding in your

vehicle.

Observe the following precau-

tions. Failure to observe them

could lead to the solar roof being

damaged, or the roof rack falling

off.

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(3) Subtract the combined

weight of the driver and passen-

gers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.

●Do not install a roof rack which

interferes with the solar roof.

(4) The resulting figure equals

the available amount of cargo

and luggage load capacity.

For example, if the “XXX”

amount equals 1400 lbs. and

there will be five 150 lb passen-

gers in your vehicle, the amount

of available cargo and luggage

load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 -

750 (5  150) = 650 lbs.)

●Do not load luggage directly

onto the solar roof.

(5) Determine the combined

weight of luggage and cargo

being loaded on the vehicle.

That weight may not safely

exceed the available cargo and

luggage load capacity calcu-

lated in Step 4.

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(6) If your vehicle will be towing

a trailer, load from your trailer

will be transferred to your vehi-

cle. Consult this manual to

determine how this reduces the

available cargo and luggage

load capacity of your vehicle.

(P.249)

When 2 people with the com-

bined weight of A lb. (kg) are rid-

ing in your vehicle, which has a

total load capacity (vehicle

capacity weight) of B lb. (kg),

the available amount of cargo

and luggage load capacity will

be C lb. (kg) as follows:

B^*2lb. (kg) - A^*1lb. (kg) = C^*3lb.

(kg)

Toyota does not recommend

towing a trailer with your vehicle.

Your vehicle is not designed for

trailer towing.

*1

:A = Weight of people

*2

:B = Total load capacity

*3

WARNING

:C = Available cargo and luggage

load

■Capacity and distribution

In this condition, if 3 more passen-

gers with the combined weight of D

lb. (kg) get on, the available cargo

and luggage load will be reduced E

lb. (kg) as follows:

●Do not exceed the maximum

axle weight rating or the total

vehicle weight rating.

●Even if the total load of occu-

pant’s weight and the cargo

load is less than the total load

capacity, do not apply the load

unevenly. Improper loading may

cause deterioration of steering

or braking control which may

cause death or serious injury.

C lb. (kg) - D^*4lb. (kg) = E^*5lb.

(kg)

*4

:D = Additional weight of people

*5

:E = Available cargo and luggage

load

Calculation formula for

your vehicle

As shown in the example above,

if the number of occupants

increases, the cargo and lug-

gage load will be reduced by an

amount that equals the

increased weight due to the

additional occupants. In other

words, if an increase in the num-

ber of occupants causes an

excess of the total load capacity

(combined weight of occupants

plus cargo and luggage load),

you must reduce the cargo and

luggage on your vehicle.

A

Cargo capacity

B

Total load capacity (vehicle

capacity weight) (P.600)

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Vehicle load limits

WARNING

■Overloading the vehicle

Vehicle load limits include

total load capacity, seating

capacity, towing capacity

and cargo capacity.

Do not overload the vehicle. It

may not only cause damage to

the tires, but also degrade steer-

ing and braking ability, resulting in

an accident.

 Total load capacity (vehicle

capacity weight): P.600

Total load capacity means the

combined weight of occu-

pants, cargo and luggage.

 Seating capacity: P.600

Seating capacity means the

maximum number of occu-

pants whose estimated aver-

age weight is 150 lb. (68 kg)

per person.

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 Towing capacity

Toyota does not recommend

towing a trailer with your vehi-

cle.

 Cargo capacity

Cargo capacity may increase

or decrease depending on the

weight and the number of

occupants.

■Total load capacity and seating

capacity

These details are also described on

the tire and loading information

label. (P.531)

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Trailer towing

5-1. Before driving

Dinghy towing

Toyota does not recom-

mend towing a trailer with

your vehicle. Toyota also

does not recommend the

installation of a tow hitch or

the use of a tow hitch carrier

for a wheelchair, scooter,

bicycle, etc. Your vehicle is

not designed for trailer tow-

ing or for the use of tow

hitch mounted carriers.

Your vehicle is not designed

to be dinghy towed (with 4

wheels on the ground)

behind a motor home.

NOTICE

■To avoid serious damage to

your vehicle

Do not tow your vehicle with 4

wheels on the ground.

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5-2.Driving procedures

Continue depressing the brake

pedal until the “READY” indicator is

illuminated.

Pow er (ignition)

sw it ch

The hybrid system can be started

from any power switch mode.

Performing the following

operations when carrying

the electronic key on your

person starts the hybrid

system or changes power

switch modes.

Starting the hybrid sys-

tem

5 Check that the “READY” indi-

cator is illuminated.

1 Check that the AC charging

cable is disconnected.

(P.116)

The vehicle cannot be driven if the

“READY” indicator is off.

2 Pull the parking brake switch

to check that the parking

brake is set. (P.263)

■Power switch illumination

5

According to the situation, the

power switch illumination operates

as follows.

The parking brake indicator will

come on.

●When driver’s door or front pas-

senger’s door is opened, the

power switch illumination illumi-

nates.

3 Firmly depress the brake

pedal.

and a message will be dis-

played on the multi-information dis-

play.

If it is not displayed, the hybrid sys-

tem cannot be started.

●When the power switch is in OFF

and depressing the brake pedal

with carrying the electronic key on

your person, the power switch illu-

mination blinks.

When the shift position is N, the

hybrid system cannot start. Shift

the shift position to P when starting

the hybrid system. (P.257)

4 Press the power switch

shortly and firmly.

●When the power switch is in ACC

or ON, the power switch illumina-

tion illuminates.

●When the power switch mode is

changed from ACC or ON to OFF,

the power switch illumination illu-

minates for a certain amount of

time. Afterwards, the power switch

illumination turns off.

When operating the power switch,

one short, firm press is enough. It is

not necessary to press and hold the

switch.

■If the hybrid system does not

start

If the “READY” indicator turns on,

the hybrid system will operate nor-

mally.

●The immobilizer system may not

have been deactivated. (P.70)

Contact your Toyota dealer.

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●If a message related to start-up is

shown on the multi-information

display, read the message and fol-

low the instructions.

■If “Smart Key System malfunc-

tion See owner’s manual” is

displayed on the multi-informa-

tion display

●If the door is unlocked with the

mechanical key, the hybrid system

cannot be started using the smart

key system. Refer to P.588 to start

the hybrid system. However, if the

electronic key is carried inside the

vehicle and the doors are locked

(P.187), the hybrid system can

be started.

The system may be malfunctioning.

Have the vehicle inspected by your

Toyota dealer immediately.

■If the “READY” indicator does

not come on

In the event that the “READY” indi-

cator does not come on even after

performing the proper procedures

for starting the vehicle, contact your

Toyota dealer immediately.

■When the ambient temperature

is low, such as during winter

driving conditions

■When “Check Fuel Cap” is dis-

played on the multi-information

display

●When starting the hybrid system,

the flashing time of the “READY”

indicator may be long. Leave the

vehicle as it is until the “READY”

indicator is steady on, as steady

means the vehicle is able to move.

P.281

■If the hybrid system is malfunc-

tioning

P.87

●When the hybrid battery (traction

battery) is extremely cold (below

approximately -22°F [-30°C])

under the influence of the outside

temperature, it may not be possi-

ble to start the hybrid system. In

this case, try to start the hybrid

system again after the tempera-

ture of the hybrid battery

■Electronic key battery

P.537

■Operation of the power switch

●If the switch is not pressed shortly

and firmly, the power switch mode

may not change or the hybrid sys-

tem may not start.

increases due to the outside tem-

perature increase etc.

●If attempting to restart the hybrid

system immediately after turning

the power switch to OFF, the

hybrid system may not start in

some cases. After turning the

power switch to OFF, please wait

a few seconds before restarting

the hybrid system.

■Sounds and vibrations specific

to a Hybrid Electric Vehicle

P.79

■If the 12-volt battery is dis-

charged

The hybrid system cannot be

started using the smart key system.

Refer to P.589 to restart the hybrid

system.

■Customization

If the smart key system has been

deactivated in a customized setting,

refer to P.588.

■Electronic key battery depletion

P.180

■Conditions affecting operation

P.205

■Note for the entry function

P.206

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5-2. Driving procedures

meter display will be extinguished

(the shift position indicator will be

extinguished a few seconds after

the meter display).

WARNING

■When starting the hybrid sys-

tem

5 Release the brake pedal and

check that “ACCESSORY” or

“POWER ON” is not shown

on the meter.

Always start the hybrid system

while sitting in the driver’s seat.

Do not depress the accelerator

pedal while starting the hybrid

system under any circumstances.

Doing so may cause an accident

resulting in death or serious

injury.

■When the shift control system

malfunctions

If the shift control system is malfunc-

tioning, when attempting to turn the

power switch off, it may not be able

to be turned off. In this situation, it

may be possible to turn the power

switch off by applying the parking

brake and then operating the power

switch.

NOTICE

■When starting the hybrid sys-

tem

If the hybrid system becomes diffi-

cult to start, have your vehicle

checked by your Toyota dealer

immediately.

If there is a malfunction in the sys-

tem, have the vehicle inspected by

your Toyota dealer immediately.

■Symptoms indicating a mal-

function with the power

switch

5

■Automatic hybrid system shut

off feature

If the power switch seems to be

operating somewhat differently

than usual, such as the switch

sticking slightly, there may be a

malfunction. Contact your Toyota

dealer immediately.

●The vehicle is equipped with a

feature that automatically shuts off

the hybrid system when the shift

position is in P with the hybrid sys-

tem operating for an extended

period.

●The hybrid system will automati-

cally shut off after approximately 1

hour if it has been left operating

while the shift position is in P.

Stopping the hybrid sys-

tem

1 Stop the vehicle completely.

●The timer for the automatic hybrid

system shut off feature will reset if

the brake pedal is depressed or if

the shift position is in a position

other than P.

2 If the parking brake is in man-

ual mode, set the parking

brake. (P.263)

●After the vehicle is parked, if the

door is locked with the door lock

switch (P.187) from the inside

or the mechanical key (P.587)

from the outside, the automatic

hybrid system shut off feature will

be disabled. The timer for the

automatic hybrid system shut off

feature will be re-enabled if the

driver’s door is opened.

3 Press the P position switch.

(P.257)

Check that the shift position indica-

tor shows P and the parking brake

indicator is illuminated.

4 Press the power switch.

The hybrid system will stop, and the

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WARNING

■When parking

Exhaust gases include harmful

carbon monoxide (CO), which is

colorless and odorless. Observe

the following precautions.

■Stopping the hybrid system

in an emergency

●If you want to stop the hybrid

system in an emergency while

driving the vehicle, press and

hold the power switch for more

than 2 seconds, or press it

briefly 3 times or more in suc-

cession. (P.547)

Failure to do so may cause

exhaust gases to enter the vehicle

and may lead to an accident

caused by light-headedness, or

may lead to death or a serious

health hazard.

However, do not touch the

power switch while driving

except in an emergency. Turn-

ing the hybrid system off while

driving will not cause loss of

steering or braking control.

However, power assist for the

steering wheel may be lost mak-

ing it difficult to steer smoothly

before stopping the vehicle

depending on the remaining

charge in the 12-volt battery or

usage conditions. In this situa-

tion, you should pull over and

stop the vehicle as soon as it is

safe to do so.

●If the vehicle is in a poorly venti-

lated area or a closed area,

such as a garage, stop the

hybrid system.

●Do not leave the vehicle with

the hybrid system operating for

a long time. If such a situation

cannot be avoided, park the

vehicle in an open space and

ensure that exhaust fumes do

not enter the vehicle interior.

●Do not leave the hybrid system

operating in an area with snow

build-up, or where it is snowing.

If snowbanks build up around

the vehicle while the hybrid sys-

tem is operating, exhaust gases

may collect and enter the vehi-

cle.

●If the power switch is operated

while the vehicle is running, a

warning message will be shown

on the multi-information display

and a buzzer sounds.

●When restarting the hybrid sys-

tem after an emergency shut-

down, shift the shift position to

N and press the power switch

shortly and firmly.

Changing power switch

modes

Modes can be changed by

pressing the power switch with

the brake pedal released. (The

mode changes each time the

switch is pressed.)

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voice guidance will be given.

(vehicles with safe exit assist)

■Auto power off function

●If the vehicle is left in ACC or ON

(the hybrid system is not operat-

ing) for more than 20 minutes with

the shift position in P, the power

switch will automatically turn to

OFF.

●If the 12-volt battery is low with the

shift position is in P and the power

switch is in ACC or ON (the hybrid

system is not operating), a buzzer

sounds and a message will be dis-

played on the multi-information

display. If this continues, the

power switch is automatically turn

to OFF.

A

B

“ACCESSORY”

“POWER ON”

However, this function cannot

1 OFF

The emergency flashers can be

used.

2 ACC^*

entirely prevent the 12-volt battery

discharge. Do not leave the vehicle

with the power switch in ACC or ON

for long periods of time when the

hybrid system is not operating.

5

Some electrical components such

as the audio system can be used.

NOTICE

■To prevent 12-volt battery dis-

charge

“ACCESSORY” will be displayed

on the meter.

●Do not leave the power switch

in ACC or ON for long periods of

time without the hybrid system

on.

3 ON

All electrical components can be

used.

“POWER ON” will be displayed on

the meter.

●If “ACCESSORY” or “POWER

ON” is displayed on the meter,

the power switch is not in OFF.

Exit the vehicle after turning the

power switch to OFF.

*

: ACC mode can be enabled/dis-

abled on the customize menu.

(P.625)

■When ACC customization is in

off

●With the power switch is turned

off, the multimedia system can still

be used for a certain time until the

battery saving function starts

operating.

●When the safe exit assist is oper-

ating, a buzzer will sound and a

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Transmission

5-2. Driving procedures

■If a message about a shift oper-

ation is shown

To prevent the shift position from

being selected incorrectly or the

vehicle from moving unexpectedly,

the shift position may be changed

automatically or operating the shift

lever may be required. In this case,

change the shift position following

the messages on the multi-informa-

tion display.

Select the shift position

depending on your purpose

and situation.

Shift position purpose

and functions

■Restraining sudden start (Drive-

Start Control)

Shift posi-

Objective or function

tion

P.245

Parking the vehi-

cle/starting the hybrid

system

WARNING

P

R

■When driving on slippery

road surfaces

Reversing

Do not accelerate or shift the shift

position suddenly.

Sudden changes in engine brak-

ing may cause the vehicle to spin

or skid, resulting in an accident.

Neutral

(Condition in which the

power is not transmit-

ted)

N

D

*

NOTICE

Normal driving

■Hybrid battery (traction bat-

Applying engine brak-

ing or strong braking

when the accelerator

pedal has been

released on steep

downward slopes etc.

tery) charge

If the shift position is in N, the

hybrid battery (traction battery)

will not be charged. To help pre-

vent the battery from discharging,

avoid leaving the N position

selected for an extended period of

time.

B

*

: To improve fuel efficiency and

reduce noise, set the shift posi-

tion in D for normal driving.

■Situations where shift con-

trol system malfunctions are

possible

■When driving with dynamic

If any of the following situations

occurs, shift control system mal-

functions are possible.

Immediately stop the vehicle in a

safe place on level ground, apply

the parking brake, and then con-

tact your Toyota dealer.

radar cruise control activated

Even when switching the driving

mode to sport mode with the intent

of enabling engine braking, engine

braking will not activate because

dynamic radar cruise control will not

be canceled.

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the shift position is in D.

NOTICE

When shifting from P to N, D or R,

from N, D, B or R to P, from D or B

to R, or from R to D, ensure that the

brake pedal is being depressed and

the vehicle is stationary.

●When the warning message

indicating the shift control sys-

tem appears on the multi-infor-

mation display. (P.566)

●The display indicates that no

shift position is selected for

more than a few seconds.

B

Shift position indicator

Meter display:

The current shift position is illumi-

nated.

Shift position display and

how to change the shift

position

Shift lever display:

The current shift position is illumi-

nated.

When selecting the shift position,

make sure that the shift position

has been changed to the desired

position by checking the shift posi-

tion indicator provided on the

instrument cluster.

5

C

P position switch

Fully stop the vehicle and set the

parking brake, and then press the P

position switch.

When the shift position is changed

to P, the switch illuminates.

Check that the shift position indica-

tor shows P.

■Changing the shift position in

each power switch mode

●The shift position cannot be

changed when the power switch is

in ACC or off.

A

Shift lever

Operate the shift lever gently and

securely in the direction of the

arrow on the shift position indicator.

●When the power switch is in ON, if

the READY indicator is not illumi-

nated, the shift position can only

be changed to N.

To shift to N, slide the shift lever in

the direction of the arrow and hold

it.

●When the READY indicator is illu-

minated, the shift position can be

changed from P to D, N, or R.

Release the shift lever after each

shifting operation to allow it to

●When the READY indicator is

flashing, the shift position cannot

be changed from P to any other

return to its regular position ( ).

Shifting to B is only possible when

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position, even if the shift lever is

operated. Operate the shift lever

again after the READY indicator

changes from flashing to illumi-

nated.

speed, the shift position may

change to P.

■The shift position automatically

changes to N when

In the following situations, a buzzer

will sound to inform you that the shift

position has been changed to N.

Use the appropriate operation to

attempt to change the shift position

again.

■Shifting the shift position from

P to other positions

●While depressing the brake pedal

firmly, operate the shift lever. If the

shift lever is operated without

depressing the brake pedal, the

buzzer will sound and the shifting

operation will be disabled.

●When attempting to change the

shift position to R while the vehicle

is moving forward

●When selecting the shift position,

make sure that the shift position

has been changed to the desired

position by checking the shift posi-

tion indicator provided on the

instrument cluster.

When driving at a low speed, the

shift position may change to R.

●When attempting to change the

shift position to D while the vehicle

is moving backward

●The shift position cannot be

changed from P to B directly.

When driving at a low speed, the

shift position may change to D.

■The shift position cannot be

changed when

●When attempting to change the

shift position from R to B

In the following situations, a buzzer

will sound to inform you that the shift

position cannot be changed. Use

the appropriate operation to attempt

to change the shift position again.

■If the N shift position is selected

while driving

If the shift lever is moved to N while

driving above a certain speed, the

shift position will change to N with-

out holding the shift lever in the N

position. In this situation, a buzzer

will sound and a message will be

displayed on the multi-information

display to inform you that the shift

position has been changed to N.

●When attempting to change the

shift position from P with the brake

pedal not depressed

●When attempting to change the

shift position from P with the

accelerator pedal depressed

●When attempting to change the

shift position from N while stopped

or driving at an extremely low

speed with the brake pedal not

depressed

■Automatic P position selection

function

In the following situations, the shift

position is automatically changed to

P.

●When attempting to change the

shift position from N while stopped

or driving at an extremely low

speed with the accelerator pedal

depressed

●When pressing the power switch

with the vehicle stopped while the

power switch is in ON and the shift

position is in a position other than

P (after the shift position has

●When attempting to change the

shift position from P or N to B

changed to P, the power switch

*

will turn off)

●When the P position switch is

pressed while driving

●If the driver’s door is opened and

all of the following conditions are

When driving at an extremely low

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met, while the shift position is in a

position other than P

●In order to prevent the shift

position from accidentally being

changed, do not touch the shift

lever when not using them.

• The power switch is in ON.

• The driver is not wearing the seat

belt.

• The brake pedal is not depressed.

■P position switch

To start off the vehicle after the shift

position is changed to P, operate

the shift lever again.

●Do not press the P position

switch while the vehicle is mov-

ing.

If the P position switch is pressed

when driving at very low speeds

(for example, directly before stop-

ping the vehicle), the vehicle may

stop suddenly when the shift posi-

tion switches to P, which could

lead to an accident.

●When the vehicle is stopped after

the hybrid system has been

stopped in an emergency while

driving.

●When voltage of the 12-volt bat-

tery drops while the shift position

is in a position other than P.

*

: When the power switch is pressed

●In order to prevent the shift

position from accidentally being

changed, do not touch the P

position switch when not using

them.

while driving at extremely slow

speeds, such as immediately

before stopping the vehicle, the

shift position may automatically

change to P. Make sure that the

vehicle is completely stopped

before pressing the power switch.

5

NOTICE

■When exiting the vehicle

(driver’s seat only)

■If the shift position cannot be

shifted from P

Check that the shift position indi-

cator shows P and that the park-

ing brake indicator is illuminated

before opening the door and exit-

ing the vehicle.

There is a possibility that the 12-volt

battery is discharged. Check the 12-

volt battery in this situation.

(P.589)

■Customization

Some functions can be customized.

Keeping the shift position

in N without activating the

automatic P position

selection function

(P.618)

WARNING

■For the shift lever

●Do not remove the shift lever

knob or use anything but a gen-

uine Toyota shift lever knob.

Also, do not hang anything on

the shift lever. Doing so could

prevent the shift lever from

returning to position, causing

unexpected accidents to occur

when the vehicle is in motion.

 By performing the following

operation, the shift position

can be held in N until the shift

position switches to P without

activating the automatic P

position selection function.

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1 Operate the shift lever and

change the shift position to N

when the hybrid system is

operating.

Regeneration Boost

When the shift position is shifted

to B, the Regeneration Boost

operates and control of acceler-

ation and deceleration is per-

formed with the operation of the

accelerator pedal only, reduc-

ing the frequency of changing

from the accelerator pedal to

depress the brake pedal. The

deceleration when the accelera-

tor pedal is released can be

selected, and smooth decelera-

tion is enabled by releasing the

accelerator pedal slowly without

completely removing your foot.

2 Return the shift lever to its

regular position ( ).

3 Operate the shift lever to N

and hold it there until the

buzzer sounds.

4 Press the power switch within

5 seconds after the buzzer

sounds.

The hybrid system stops with the

*

shift position in N.

Make sure to check that the buzzer

sounds and “Holding N Push P

Switch When Done” is displayed on

the multi-information display.

■ Changing Regeneration

Boost settings

 In order to shift to a position

other than N, first press the P

position switch to change the

shift position to P.

Regenerative braking force can

be changed when the Regener-

ation Boost is operating by

selecting “

Vehicle Settings”

 If the automatic P position

selection function is operated

with the hybrid system

stopped, the automatic P

position selection function

may not operate.

from on the multi-information

display and selecting “Regener-

ative Brake”. In addition, the

regenerative braking force that

was set can be stored by switch-

ing “Deceleration Memory” to

“ON”. (P.166)

Always perform the operation

with the hybrid system

started.

If “Deceleration Memory” is

switched to “OFF”, the regenerative

braking force will return to “Low”

whenever the power switch is

turned to ON.

*

: To keep this state, do not operate

the power switch. If the power

switch is operated repeatedly, the

power switch will turn off after the

shift position has automatically

changed to P.

■ Regenerative braking force

settings display

When the shift position is shifted

to B, the regenerative braking

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5-2. Driving procedures

• When the temperature of the elec-

tric motor (traction motor) or

power control unit is extremely

high

• When Regeneration Boost is con-

tinually used

A

force

that was set is dis-

played on the shift position indi-

cator in the meter.

■Regenerative braking

●The vehicle cannot be stopped by

just releasing the accelerator

pedal. Step on the brake pedal to

stop the vehicle.

●The maximum deceleration varies

depending on the vehicle speed.

■Stop lights

When the regenerative braking

force exceeds a certain level, the

stop lights turn on.

1 Low

2 Medium

3 High

■Customization

The regenerative braking force

when the Regeneration Boost is

operating etc. can be changed.

(Customizable features: P.618)

When the regenerative braking

force that was set does not dis-

play on the shift position indica-

tor in the meter even if the shift

position is shifted to B, the brake

system or hybrid system may be

malfunctioning. Perform the cor-

rection procedure following the

message displayed on the multi-

information display. (P.568)

5

Selecting the driving

mode

P.422

■When Regeneration Boost can-

not be used

●In the following cases, the system

will not operate.

• When the brake system or hybrid

system is malfunctioning

• When regenerative braking is lim-

ited

●Regenerative braking may be

restricted in the following situa-

tions.

• When the amount of charge of the

hybrid battery (traction battery) is

high

• When the temperature of the

hybrid battery (traction battery) is

low or extremely high

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Turn signal lever

5-2. Driving procedures

■If the turn signals stop flashing

before a lane change has been

performed

Operate the lever again.

Operating instructions

■To discontinue flashing of the

turn signals during a lane

change

Operate the lever in the opposite

direction.

1 Right turn

2 Lane change to the right

(move the lever partway and

release it)

The right hand signals will flash 3

times.

3 Lane change to the left

(move the lever partway and

release it)

The left hand signals will flash 3

times.

4 Left turn

■Turn signals can be operated

when

The power switch is in ON.

■If the indicator flashes faster

than usual

Have the vehicle inspected by your

Toyota dealer.

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5-2. Driving procedures

Pull and hold the parking brake

Parking brake

switch if an emergency occurs and

it is necessary to operate the park-

ing brake while driving.

The parking brake can be

set or released automati-

cally or manually. In auto-

matic mode, the parking

brake can be set or released

automatically according to

shift position operation.

Also, even in automatic

mode, the parking brake can

be set or released manually.

2 Press the switch to release

the parking brake.

• Operate the parking brake switch

while depressing the brake pedal.

• Using the parking brake auto-

matic release function, the park-

ing brake can be released by

depressing the accelerator pedal.

When using this function, slowly

depress the accelerator pedal.

(P.264)

Make sure that the parking brake

indicator light turns off.

Operating instructions

■ Using the manual mode

If the parking brake indicator

light flashes, operate the switch

again. (P.561)

The parking brake can be set

and released manually.

5

■ Turning the automatic

mode on

While the vehicle is stopped,

pull and hold the parking brake

switch until a buzzer sounds and

a message is shown on the

multi-information display.

A

Parking brake indicator light

(for U.S.A.)

B

Parking brake indicator light

(for Canada)

When the automatic mode is

turned on, the parking brake

operates as follows.

1 Pull the switch to set the

parking brake.

The parking brake indicator light

will turn on.

 When the shift position is

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ON, the parking brake cannot be

released using the parking brake

switch.

shifted from P, the parking

brake will be released, and

the parking brake indicator

light will turn off.

●When the power switch is not in

ON, automatic mode (automatic

brake setting and releasing) is not

available.

 When the shift position is

shifted to P, the parking brake

will be set, and the parking

brake indicator light will turn

on.

■Parking brake automatic

release function

When all of the following conditions

are met, the parking brake can be

released by depressing the acceler-

ator pedal.

Operate the shift position and P

position switch with the vehicle

stopped and the brake pedal

depressed.

●The driver’s door is closed

●The driver is wearing the seat belt

●The shift position is in a forward

driving position or reverse driving

position

The auto function may not operate

if the shift lever is moved extremely

quickly or the brake pedal is not

firmly depressed. In this situation,

apply the parking brake manually.

(P.263)

●The malfunction indicator lamp or

brake system warning light is not

illuminated.

When depressing the accelerator

pedal, depress it slowly.

■ Turning the automatic

mode off

If the parking brake is not released

when the accelerator pedal is

depressed, release the parking

brake manually.

While the vehicle is stopped and

depressing the brake pedal,

press and hold the parking

brake switch until a buzzer

sounds and a message is

shown on the multi-information

display.

When the shift position is shifted

from P, the parking brake will be

released automatically.

■Parking brake automatic lock

function

The parking brake will be set auto-

matically under the following condi-

tions:

●The brake pedal is not depressed

●The driver’s door is open

●The driver’s seat belt is not fas-

tened

●The shift position is in a position

other than P or N

(Vehicles with Advanced Park: The

shift position is in P during

advanced park operation.)

■Parking brake operation

●When the power switch is not in

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●The malfunction indicator lamp

and brake system warning light

are not illuminated

■Parking the vehicle

P.239

■Parking brake engaged warning

buzzer

■If “Parking Brake Temporarily

Unavailable” is displayed on

the multi-information display

A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is

driven with the parking brake

engaged.

“Parking Brake ON” is displayed on

the multi-information display (with

the vehicle reaching a speed of 3

mph [5 km/h]).

If the parking brake is operated

repeatedly over a short period of

time, the system may restrict opera-

tion to prevent overheating. If this

happens, refrain from operating the

parking brake. Normal operation will

return after about 1 minute.

■If the brake system warning

light comes on

■If “Parking Brake Unavailable”

is displayed on the multi-infor-

mation display

P.555

■Usage in winter time

P.430

Operate the parking brake switch. If

the message does not disappear

after operating the switch several

times, the system may be malfunc-

tioning. Have the vehicle inspected

by your Toyota dealer.

WARNING

■When parking the vehicle

Do not leave a child in the vehicle

alone. The parking brake may be

released unintentionally by a child

and there is the danger of the

vehicle moving that may lead to

an accident resulting in death or

serious injury.

5

■Parking brake operation sound

When the parking brake operates, a

motor sound (whirring sound) may

be heard.

This does not indicate a malfunc-

tion.

■Parking brake indicator light

■Parking brake switch

●Depending on the power switch

mode, the parking brake indicator

light will turn on and stay on as

described below:

Do not set any objects near the

parking brake switch. Objects

may interfere with the switch and

may lead the parking brake to

unexpectedly operate.

ON: Comes on until the parking

brake is released.

Not in ON: Stays on for approxi-

mately 15 seconds.

■Parking brake automatic lock

function

●When the power switch is turned

off with the parking brake set, the

parking brake indicator light will

stay on for about 15 seconds. This

does not indicate a malfunction.

Never use the automatic parking

brake engagement function in

place of normal parking brake

operation. This function is

designed to reduce the risk of a

collision due to the driver forget-

ting to engage the parking brake.

Over-reliance on this function to

park the vehicle safely may lead

to an accident resulting in death

or serious injury.

■When the parking brake switch

malfunctions

Automatic mode (automatic brake

setting and releasing) will be turned

on automatically.

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5-2. Driving procedures

Brake Hold

NOTICE

■When parking the vehicle

The brake hold system

keeps the brake applied

when the shift position is in

D or N with the system on

and the brake pedal has

been depressed to stop the

vehicle. The system

Before you leave the vehicle, shift

the shift position to P, set the

parking brake and make sure that

the vehicle does not move.

■When the system malfunc-

tions

Stop the vehicle in a safe place

and check the warning messages.

releases the brake when the

accelerator pedal is

■When the vehicle 12-volt bat-

tery is discharged

depressed with the shift

position in D to allow

The parking brake system cannot

be activated. (P.589)

smooth start off.

■When the parking brake can-

not be released due to a mal-

function

Enabling the system

Driving the vehicle with the park-

ing brake set will lead to brake

components overheating, which

may affect braking performance

and increase brake wear. Have

the vehicle inspected by your

Toyota dealer immediately if this

occurs.

Turn the brake hold system on

The brake hold standby indicator

A

(green)

comes on. While the

system is holding the brake, the

brake hold operated indicator (yel-

B

low)

comes on.

■Brake hold system operating

conditions

The brake hold system cannot be

turned on in the following condi-

tions:

●The driver’s door is not closed.

●The driver is not wearing the seat

belt.

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●“Parking Brake Unavailable” or

“Parking Brake Malfunction Visit

Your Dealer” is displayed on the

multi-information display.

tions to release the parking brake.

●Depress the accelerator pedal.

(The parking brake will not be

released automatically if the seat

belt is not fastened.)

If any of the conditions above are

detected when the brake hold sys-

tem is enabled, the system will turn

off and the brake hold standby indi-

cator light will go off. In addition, if

any of the conditions are detected

while the system is holding the

brake, a warning buzzer will sound

and a message will be shown on the

multi-information display. The park-

ing brake will then be set automati-

cally.

●Operate the parking brake switch

with the brake pedal depressed.

Make sure that the parking brake

indicator light goes off. (P.263)

■When an inspection at your

Toyota dealer is necessary

When the brake hold standby indi-

cator (green) does not illuminate

even when the brake hold switch is

pressed with the brake hold system

operating conditions met, the sys-

tem may be malfunctioning. Have

the vehicle inspected at your Toyota

dealer.

■Brake hold function

●If the brake pedal is left released

for a period of about 3 minutes

after the system has started hold-

ing the brake, the parking brake

will be set automatically. In this

case, a warning buzzer sounds

and a message is shown on the

multi-information display.

■If “Brake Hold Malfunction

Press Brake to Deactivate Visit

Your Dealer” or “Brake Hold

Malfunction Visit Your Dealer”

is displayed on the multi-infor-

mation display

5

●To turn the system off while the

system is holding the brake, firmly

depress the brake pedal and

press the button again.

The system may be malfunctioning.

Have the vehicle inspected by your

Toyota dealer.

●The brake hold function may not

hold the vehicle when the vehicle

is on a steep incline. In this situa-

tion, it may be necessary for the

driver to apply the brakes. A warn-

ing buzzer will sound and the

multi-information display will

inform the driver of this situation. If

a warning message is shown on

the multi-information display, read

the message and follow the

■Warning messages and buzzers

Warning messages and buzzers are

used to indicate a system malfunc-

tion or to inform the driver of the

need for caution. If a warning mes-

sage is shown on the multi-informa-

tion display, read the message and

follow the instructions.

■If the brake hold operated indi-

cator flashes

instructions.

P.561

●When do not wish for the parking

brake to operate automatically,

press and hold the brake hold

switch until the standby indicator

(green) turns off, and then turn the

power switch off.

■When the parking brake is set

automatically while the system

is holding the brakes

Perform any of the following opera-

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WARNING

■When the vehicle is on a

steep incline

Take care when using the brake

hold system on a steep incline,

exercise caution. The brake hold

function may not hold brakes in

such situations.

Also, the system may not activate

depending on the angle of the

slope.

■When stopped on a slippery

road

The system cannot stop the vehi-

cle when the gripping ability of the

tires has been exceeded. Do not

use the system when stopped on

a slippery road.

NOTICE

■When parking the vehicle

The brake hold system is not

designed for use when parking

the vehicle for a long period of

time. Turning the power switch off

while the system is holding the

brake may release the brake,

which would cause the vehicle to

move. When operating the power

switch, depress the brake pedal,

shift the shift position to P and set

the parking brake.

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5-3. Operating the lights and wipers

5-3.Operating the lights and wipers

 U.S.A. (type B)

Headlight sw itch

The headlights can be oper-

ated manually or automati-

cally.

Turning on the headlights

Operating the switch

turns on the lights as follows:

 U.S.A. (type A)

1

2

The headlights, side

marker, parking, LED acces-

sories lamp (if equipped),

daytime running lights

5

(P.270) and so on turn on

and off automatically.

The side marker, park-

ing, LED accessories lamp (if

equipped), tail, license plate,

instrument panel lights, and

daytime running lights

1

2

The daytime running

lights turn on. (P.270)

(P.270) turn on.

3

4

The headlights and all

lights listed above (except

daytime running lights) turn

on.

The side marker, park-

ing, tail, license plate, instru-

ment panel lights, and

daytime running lights

(P.270) turn on.

The daytime running

lights turn off.

3

4

The headlights and all

lights listed above (except

daytime running lights) turn

on.

Off

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●Vehicles with LED accessories

lamp: The daytime running lights

illuminate using the same lights as

the parking lights, and illuminate

brighter than the parking lights.

 Canada

●To make your vehicle more visible

to other drivers during daytime

driving, the daytime running lights

turn on automatically when all of

the following conditions are met.

(The daytime running lights are

not designed for use at night.)

• The hybrid system is operating

• The parking brake is released

• The headlight switch is in the

,

*

or

position

*

: When the surroundings are bright

1

2

3

The headlights, side

The daytime running lights remain

on after they illuminate, even if the

parking brake is set again.

marker, parking, LED acces-

sories lamp (if equipped),

daytime running lights

●For the U.S.A.: Daytime running

lights can be turned off by operat-

ing the switch.

(P.270) and so on turn on

and off automatically.

●Compared to turning on the head-

lights, the daytime running light

system offers greater durability

and consumes less electricity, so

it can help improve fuel economy.

The side marker, park-

ing, LED accessories lamp (if

equipped), tail, license plate,

instrument panel lights, and

daytime running lights

■Headlight control sensor (if

equipped)

(P.270) turn on.

The sensor may not function prop-

erly if an object is placed on the sen-

sor, or anything that blocks the

sensor is affixed to the windshield.

Doing so interferes with the sensor

detecting the level of ambient light

and may cause the automatic head-

light system to malfunction.

The headlights and all

lights listed above (except

daytime running lights) turn

on.

■AUTO mode can be used when

The power switch is in ON.

■Daytime running light system

●Vehicles without LED accessories

lamp: The daytime running lights

illuminate using the same lights as

the low beam headlights, and illu-

minate dimmer than the low beam

headlights.

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■Automatic light off system

■Windshield wiper linked head-

light illumination (if equipped)

●When the headlights are on: The

lights turn off 30 seconds after the

power switch is turned to OFF and

a door is opened and closed. (The

When driving during daytime with

the headlight switch is in the

position, if the windshield wipers are

used, the headlights will turn on

automatically after several seconds

to help enhance the visibility of your

vehicle.

lights turn off immediately if

on the key is pressed after all the

doors are closed.)

●When only the tail lights are on:

The tail lights turn off automati-

cally if the power switch is turned

to OFF and the driver’s door is

opened.

■If “Headlight System Malfunc-

tion Visit Your Dealer” is dis-

played on the multi-information

display

To turn the lights on again, turn the

power switch to ON, or turn the light

The system may be malfunctioning.

Have the vehicle inspected by your

Toyota dealer.

switch to the

tion once and then back to the

or position.

,

or

posi-

■Customization

Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitiv-

ity) can be changed.

(Customizable features: P.618)

5

■Light reminder buzzer

A buzzer sounds when the driver’s

door is opened while the lights are

turned on with the power switch in

OFF (except when the automatic

light off system is operated).

NOTICE

■To prevent 12-volt battery dis-

charge

Do not leave the lights on longer

than necessary when the hybrid

system is not operating.

■12-volt battery-saving function

In order to prevent the 12-volt bat-

tery of the vehicle from discharging,

if the headlights and/or tail lights are

on when the power switch is turned

to OFF, the battery saving function

will operate and automatically turn

off all the lights after approximately

20 minutes.

Turning on the high beam

headlights

When any of the following are per-

formed, the 12-volt battery-saving

function is canceled once and then

reactivated. All the lights will turn off

automatically 20 minutes after the

12-volt battery-saving function has

been reactivated:

●When the headlight switch is oper-

ated

1 With the headlights on, push

the lever away from you to

turn on the high beams.

●When a door is opened or closed

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Pull the lever toward you to the

center position to turn the high

beams off.

AHB (Automatic High

Beam)

2 Pull the lever toward you and

release it to flash the high

beams once.

You can flash the high beams with

the headlights on or off.

The Automatic High Beam

uses a front camera located

on the upper portion of the

windshield to detect the

brightness of the lights of

vehicles ahead, street-

lights, etc., and automati-

cally changes the head

lights between the high

beams and low beams.

WARNING

■For safe use

Do not overly rely on the Auto-

matic High Beam. Always drive

safely, taking care to observe

your surroundings and turning the

high beams on or off manually if

necessary.

■To prevent unintentional

operation of the Automatic

High Beam system

●When it is necessary to disable

the system: P.284

Using the Automatic High

Beam system

1 Press the Automatic High

Beam switch.

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5-3. Operating the lights and wipers

• When vehicles ahead are repeat-

edly detected and then hidden

due to repeated curves, road

dividers or roadside trees

• When a vehicle ahead

approaches from a far lane

• When a vehicle ahead is far away

• When a vehicle ahead has no

lights

2 Turn the headlight switch to

the or position.

When the headlight switch lever is

in the low beam position, the AHB

system will be enabled and the

AHB indicator will illuminate.

• When the lights of a vehicle ahead

are dim

• When a vehicle ahead is reflecting

strong light, such as own head-

lights

• Situations in which the sensors

may not operate properly: P.289

●The headlights may change to the

low beams if a vehicle ahead that

is using fog lights without its head-

lights turned on is detected.

■Automatic operating condi-

tions of the high beams

●House lights, street lights, traffic

signals, and illuminated billboards

or signs may cause the high

beams to change to the low

beams, or the low beams to

remain on.

●When all of the following condi-

tions are met, the high beams will

illuminate automatically:

• The vehicle speed is approxi-

mately 21 mph (34 km/h) or more.

• The area ahead of the vehicle is

dark.

• There are no vehicles ahead with

lights on.

• There are few streetlights or other

lights on the road ahead.

5

●The following may change the tim-

ing at which the headlights

change to the low beams:

• The brightness of lights of vehi-

cles ahead

• The movement and direction of

vehicles ahead

●If any of the following conditions

are met, the headlights will

change to the low beams:

• Vehicle speed drops below

approximately 17 mph (27 km/h).

• The area ahead of the vehicle is

not dark.

• There is a vehicle ahead with

lights on.

• There are many streetlights or

other lights on the road ahead.

• The distance between the vehicle

and a vehicle ahead

• When a vehicle ahead only has

lights illuminated on one side

• When a vehicle ahead is a two-

wheeled vehicle

• The condition of the road (gradi-

ent, curve, condition of the road

surface, etc.)

• The number of passengers and

amount of luggage

■Front camera detection

●The headlights may change

between the high beams and low

beams unexpectedly.

●In the following situations, the high

beams may not be automatically

changed to the low beams:

• When a vehicle cuts in front of

your vehicle

●Bicycles and other small vehicles

may not be detected.

●In the following situations, the sys-

tem may not be able to correctly

detect the brightness of the sur-

• When another vehicle crosses in

front of the vehicle

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5-3. Operating the lights and wipers

roundings. This may cause the

low beams to remain on or the

high beams to flash or dazzle

pedestrians or vehicles ahead. In

such a case, it is necessary to

manually change between the

high beams and low beams.

• When there are lights similar to

headlights or tail lights in the sur-

rounding area

position quickly 10 times, then

leave the lever in its original

position.

4 If the sensitivity is changed, the

Automatic High Beam indicator

will blink 3 times.

Turning the high beams

on/off manually

• When headlights or tail lights of

vehicles ahead are turned off,

dirty, changing color, or not aimed

properly

■ Changing to the high

beams

• When the headlights are repeat-

edly changing between the high

beams and low beams.

Push the lever forward.

The AHB indicator will turn off and

the headlight high beam indicator

will turn on.

• When use of the high beams is

inappropriate or when the high

beams may be flashing or daz-

zling pedestrians or other drivers.

• When the vehicle is used in an

area in which vehicles travel on

the opposite side of the road of

the country for which the vehicle

was designed, for example using

a vehicle designed for right-hand

traffic in a left-hand traffic area, or

vice versa

Pull the lever to its original position

to enable the Automatic High Beam

system again.

• When it is necessary to disable

the system: P.284

• Situations in which the sensors

may not operate properly: P.289

■Temporarily reducing front

camera sensitivity

The sensitivity of the front camera

can be temporarily reduced.

1 Turn the power switch off with

■ Changing to the low beams

Press the Automatic High Beam

switch.

the following conditions met.

The AHB indicator will turn off.

●The headlight switch is in the

Press the switch to enable the

Automatic High Beam system

again.

or

position.

●The headlight switch lever is in the

low beam position.

●The automatic High Beam switch

is on.

2 Turn the power switch to ON.

3 Within 60 seconds after perform-

ing step 2, push the headlight

switch lever to the high beam

position then pull it to the original

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5-3. Operating the lights and wipers

Windshield wipers and

washer

Operating the lever can use

the windshield wipers or the

washer.

NOTICE

■When the windshield is dry

Temporarily changing to

the low beams

Do not use the wipers, as they

may damage the windshield.

It is recommended to switch to

the low beams when use of the

high beams is inappropriate or

when the high beams may

cause problems or distress to

other drivers or pedestrians

nearby.

Operating the wiper lever

Operating the

lever oper-

ates the wipers or washer as fol-

lows:

5

Pull the lever rearward and then

return it to its original position.

The high beams will illuminate

while the lever is pulled, however,

after the lever is returned to its orig-

inal position, the low beams will

remain on for a certain amount of

time. After this, the Automatic High

Beam system will operate.

*2

1

2

3

4

^*1or

Off

Rain-sensing operation

*2

^*1or

Low speed operation

*2

^*1or

High speed operation

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5

5-3. Operating the lights and wipers

*2

^*1or

The wipers will automatically oper-

ate a couple of times after the

Temporary operation

washer squirts. (After operating

several times, the wipers operate

once more time after a short delay

to prevent dripping. However, the

dripping prevention does not oper-

ate while the vehicle is moving.)

*1

*2

:For the U.S.A.

:For Canada

When

is selected, the

wipers will operate automatically

when the sensor detects falling

rain. The system automatically

adjusts wiper timing in accor-

dance with rain volume and

vehicle speed.

9

Camera cleaning

washer operation (if

equipped)

Pushing the lever operates the ded-

icated camera cleaning washer to

clean the following cameras.

• The camera for Digital Rear-view

Mirror (if equipped) (P.221)

• The camera for rear view monitor

The sensor sensitivity can be

adjusted by turning the switch

ring.

*

system (if equipped)

• The rear camera for panoramic

*

view monitor (if equipped)

*

: Refer to “MULTIMEDIA

OWNER’S MANUAL”.

■The windshield wiper and

washer can be operated when

The power switch is in ON.

6 Increases the sensitivity

7 Decreases the sensitivity

■Using the voice control system

(if equipped)

The following operations can be

performed using the voice control

system:

●Operating the windshield wipers

only once

●Operating the windshield clean-

ing washer (it can be performed

only when the vehicle is stopped)

For details regarding the voice con-

trol system, refer to “MULTIMEDIA

OWNER’S MANUAL”.

8

Windshield cleaning

washer/wiper dual operation

■Effects of vehicle speed on

wiper operation

Pulling the lever operates the wip-

ers and windshield cleaning

washer.

With low speed windshield wiper

operation selected, wiper operation

will be switched from low speed to

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5-3. Operating the lights and wipers

intermittent wiper operation when

the vehicle is stationary. (However,

when the sensor sensitivity is

adjusted to the highest level, the

mode will not switch.)

shield wipers will be stopped to pre-

vent anyone near the vehicle from

being sprayed by water from the

wipers. When the front door is

closed, wiper operation will resume.

■Raindrop sensor

■If no windshield washer fluid

sprays

●The raindrop sensor judges the

amount of raindrops.

Check that the washer nozzles are

not blocked if there is washer fluid in

the windshield washer fluid reser-

voir.

An optical sensor is adopted. It may

not operate properly when sunlight

from the rising or setting of the sun

intermittently strikes the windshield,

or if bugs, etc. are present on the

windshield.

WARNING

■Caution regarding the use of

windshield wipers in “AUTO”

mode

The windshield wipers may oper-

ate unexpectedly if the sensor is

touched or the windshield is sub-

ject to vibration in “AUTO” mode.

Take care that your fingers or

anything else do not become

caught in the windshield wipers.

5

●If the wiper switch is turned to the

■Caution regarding the use of

windshield cleaning washer

fluid

position while the power

switch is in ON, the wipers will

operate once to show that “AUTO”

mode is activated.

When it is cold, do not use the

washer fluid until the windshield

becomes warm. The fluid may

freeze on the windshield and

cause low visibility. This may lead

to an accident, resulting in death

or serious injury.

●When the sensor sensitivity ring is

turned toward high while in the

“AUTO” mode, the wipers will

operate once to indicate that the

sensor sensitivity is enhanced.

●If the temperature of the raindrop

sensor is 185°F (85°C) or higher,

or 5°F (-15°C) or lower, the auto-

matic operation may not occur. In

this case, operate the wipers in

any mode other than “AUTO”.

NOTICE

■When the washer fluid tank is

empty

Do not operate the switch continu-

ally as the washer fluid pump may

overheat.

■Front door opening linked wind-

shield wiper stop function

When

is selected and the

windshield wipers are operating, if a

front door is opened while the vehi-

cle is stopped and the P position is

selected, operation of the wind-

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5-3. Operating the lights and wipers

NOTICE

■When a nozzle becomes

blocked

In this case, contact your Toyota

dealer.

Do not try to clear it with a pin or

other object. The nozzle will be

damaged.

■To prevent 12-volt battery dis-

charge

Do not leave the wipers on longer

than necessary when the hybrid

system is off.

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5-4. Refueling

5-4.Refueling

●After exiting the vehicle and

Opening the fuel tank

before opening the fuel door,

cap

touch an unpainted metal sur-

face to discharge any static

electricity. It is important to dis-

charge static electricity before

refueling because sparks result-

ing from static electricity can

cause fuel vapors to ignite while

refueling.

The fuel tank of your vehicle

has a special structure,

which requires a reduction

in fuel tank pressure before

refueling. After the opener

switch has been pressed, it

will take several seconds

until the vehicle is ready for

refueling.

●Always hold the grips on the

fuel tank cap and turn it slowly

to remove it.

A whooshing sound may be

heard when the fuel tank cap is

loosened. Wait until the sound

cannot be heard before fully

removing the cap. In hot

weather, pressurized fuel may

spray out of the filler neck and

cause injury.

Before refueling the vehi-

cle

 Close all the doors and win-

dows, and turn the power

switch to OFF.

●Do not allow anyone that has

not discharged static electricity

from their body to come close to

an open fuel tank.

5

 Confirm the type of fuel.

●Do not inhale vaporized fuel.

Fuel contains substances that

are harmful if inhaled.

■Fuel types

P.607

●Do not smoke while refueling

the vehicle.

Doing so may cause the fuel to

ignite and cause a fire.

■Fuel tank opening for unleaded

gasoline

To help prevent incorrect fueling,

your vehicle has a fuel tank opening

that only accommodates the spe-

cial nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.

●Do not return to the vehicle or

touch any person or object that

is statically charged. This may

cause static electricity to build

up, resulting in a possible igni-

tion hazard.

WARNING

■When refueling the vehicle

■When refueling

Observe the following precautions

while refueling the vehicle. Failure

to do so may result in death or

serious injury.

Observe the following precautions

to prevent fuel overflowing from

the fuel tank:

●Securely insert the fuel nozzle

into the fuel filler neck.

●Stop filling the tank after the fuel

nozzle automatically clicks off.

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WARNING

possible, a message will be shown

on the multi-information display in

the instrument cluster to indicate

the progress of the fuel filler door

opener.

●Do not top off the fuel tank.

NOTICE

■Refueling

●Finish refueling within 30 min-

utes. If more than 30 minutes

passes, the internal valve

closes. In this condition, fuel

may overflow during the refuel-

ing process. Press the fuel filler

door opener switch again.

●Make sure that the fuel filler

door lock is not pushed by the

fuel nozzle boot, etc. If the lock

is held, the internal valve closes

and fuel may overflow. To pre-

vent it, press the fuel filler door

opener switch again.

2 Turn the fuel tank cap slowly

to open and hang it on the

back of holder on the fuel

filler door.

●Do not spill fuel during refueling.

Doing so may damage the vehi-

cle, such as causing the emis-

sion control system to operate

abnormally or damaging fuel

system components or the vehi-

cle’s painted surface.

■If the fuel filler door cannot be

opened

Consult your Toyota dealer.

Closing the fuel tank cap

■Notice about fuel

P.86

After refueling, turn the fuel tank

cap until you hear a click. Once

the cap is released, it will turn

slightly in the opposite direction.

Opening the fuel tank cap

1 Press the opener switch to

open the fuel filler door.

The fuel filler door will open within

about 10 seconds of the switch

being pressed. Before refueling is

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5-4. Refueling

■When “Check Fuel Cap” is dis-

played on the multi-information

display

The fuel tank cap may be unfas-

tened or loose. Turn the power

switch to OFF, check the cap and

tighten it securely. If the message

remains, wait a few seconds and

then turn the power switch to OFF

once again.

5

WARNING

■When replacing the fuel tank

cap

Do not use anything but a genu-

ine Toyota fuel tank cap designed

for your vehicle. Doing so may

cause a fire or other incident

which may result in death or seri-

ous injury.

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5-5. Using the driving support systems

5-5.Using the driving support systems

If the software of this system

Toyota Safety Sense

3.0/Traffic Jam Assist

software update

has been updated after initial

purchase of the vehicle, before

using this system, be sure to

read the Owner’s Manual which

corresponds to the software ver-

sion of the system.

It is necessary to enter a

connected services con-

tract, provided by Toyota, to

use these functions. For

details, contact your Toyota

dealer.

■Precautions for use

●Be aware that some functions

may temporarily be disabled if a

legal or safety related issue

occurs.

WARNING

●If a connected services contract

has not been entered or has

expired, software updates will not

be able to be performed wire-

lessly.

■For safe use

When the Toyota Safety Sense

3.0/Traffic Jam Assist software is

updated, the operating methods

of functions may change. Using

this system without knowing the

correct operating methods may

lead to an accident resulting in

death or serious injury.

Checking your vehicle’s

Toyota Safety Sense

3.0/Traffic Jam Assist ver-

sion

●Make sure to read the Digital

Owner’s Manual which corre-

sponds to the software version

of the system, available at the

Owner’s Manual website, before

using this system.

If the software of this system

has been updated after initial

purchase of the vehicle, to

access the appropriate Owner’s

Manual, it is necessary to check

the software version of the sys-

tem and then visit the Owner’s

Manual website.

Content of the Toyota

Safety Sense 3.0/Traffic

Jam Assist Owner’s Man-

ual

■ Checking the version using

This Owner’s Manual contains

information for Ver.2. For the lat-

est information about the con-

trols, use, warnings/precautions,

etc. of each function of Toyota

Safety Sense 3.0/Traffic Jam

Assist, refer to the Digital

OneApp

The software version of the sys-

tem can be checked using One-

App.

Owner’s Manual at the Owner’s

Manual website.

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■ Selecting your vehicle’s

Updating the software

Toyota Safety Sense

3.0/Traffic Jam Assist ver-

sion

If a software update is available,

a notification will be displayed

by OneApp. Follow the instruc-

tions displayed on the screen.

1 Access the following URL

using a computer or smart-

phone:

■Software update precautions

 For U.S.A owners

●After a software update has been

performed, it will not be possible

to revert to a previous version.

https://www.toyota.com/owners/

resources/warranty-owners-manuals/

manual?om=om47f48u.priusprime.

2024.2309.phev.vh

●Depending on the communication

environment and the content of an

update, a software update may

take several hours. Although an

update will be suspended when

the power switch is turned off, it

will resume when the power

switch is changed back to ON.

●Toyota Safety Sense 3.0/Traffic

Jam Assist can still be used while

a software update is being per-

formed.

5

■What can be checked using the

OneApp

 For Canadian owners

The following items can be checked

or performed.

https://www.toyota.ca/toyota/

owners/manual?om=om47f48u.

priusprime.2024.2309.phev.vh

●Software version, update details,

precautions, use methods, etc.

●Software update

2 Select the file which includes

the previously checked sys-

tem version.

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●If attention is necessary while

Toyota Safety Sense

3.0

performing driving operations or

a system malfunction occurs, a

warning message or warning

buzzer will be operated. If a

warning message is displayed

on the display, follow the

The Toyota Safety Sense 3.0

consists of the driving

assist systems and contrib-

utes to a safe and comfort-

able driving experience:

instructions displayed.

●Depending on external noise,

the volume of the audio system,

etc. it may be difficult to hear the

warning buzzer. Also, depend-

ing on the road conditions, it

may be difficult to recognize the

operation of the system.

WARNING

■Toyota Safety Sense 3.0

The Toyota Safety Sense 3.0

operates under the assumption

that the driver will drive safely,

and is designed to help reduce

the impact to the occupants in a

collision and assist the driver

under normal driving conditions.

■When it is necessary to dis-

able the system

In the following situations, make

sure to disable the system.

Failure to do so may lead to the

system not operating properly,

possibly leading to an accident

resulting in death or serious

injury.

As there is a limit to the degree of

recognition accuracy and control

performance that this system can

provide, do not overly rely on this

system. The driver is solely

responsible for paying attention to

the vehicle’s surroundings and

driving safely.

●When the vehicle is tilted due to

being overloaded or having a

flat tire

●When driving at extremely high

speeds

■For safe use

●Do not overly rely on this sys-

tem. The driver is solely respon-

sible for paying attention to the

vehicle’s surroundings and driv-

ing safely. This system may not

operate in all situations and pro-

vided assistance is limited.

Over-reliance on this system to

drive the vehicle safely may

lead to an accident resulting in

death or serious injury.

●When towing another vehicle

●When the vehicle is being trans-

ported by a truck, ship, train,

etc.

●When the vehicle is raised on a

lift and the tires are allowed to

rotate freely

●When inspecting the vehicle

using a drum tester such as a

chassis dynamometer or speed-

ometer tester, or when using an

on vehicle wheel balancer

●Do not attempt to test the oper-

ation of the system, as it may

not operate properly, possibly

leading to an accident.

●When the vehicle is driven in a

sporty manner or off-road

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■ LCA (Lane Change Assist)^*

WARNING

P.310

●When using an automatic car

wash

■ FCTA (Front Cross Traffic

●When a sensor is misaligned or

deformed due to a strong

impact being applied to the sen-

sor or the area around the sen-

sor

Alert)^*

P.326

■ PDA (Proactive Driving

Assist)

●When accessories which

obstruct a sensor or light are

temporarily installed to the vehi-

cle

P.320

■ RSA (Road Sign Assist)^*

●When a compact spare tire or

tire chains are installed to the

vehicle or an emergency tire

puncture repair kit has been

used

P.329

■ Dynamic radar cruise con-

trol

P.331

●When the tires are excessively

worn or the inflation pressure of

the tires is low

■ Cruise control

P.342

5

●When tires other than the manu-

facturer specified size are

installed

■ Emergency Driving Stop

System

●When the vehicle cannot be

driven stably, due to a collision,

malfunction, etc.

P.345

■ Traffic Jam Assist^*

P.348

Driving assist system

■ Driver monitor^*

P.292

■ AHB (Automatic High

Beam)

*

: If equipped

P.272

■ PCS (Pre-Collision System)

P.293

Sensors used by Toyota

Safety Sense 3.0

■ LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)

P.305

Various sensors are used to

obtain the necessary informa-

tion for system operation.

■ LDA (Lane Departure Alert)

P.313

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Driver monitor camera^*

■ Sensors which detect the

A

surrounding conditions

*

: If equipped

 Front

WARNING

■To prevent malfunction of the

radar sensors

Observe the following precau-

tions.

Failure to do so may lead to a

radar sensor not operating prop-

erly, possibly leading to an acci-

dent resulting in death or serious

injury.

●Keep the radar sensors and

radar sensor covers clean at all

times.

A

Front radar sensor

B

C

Front camera

Front side radar sensors^*

Clean the front of a radar sensor

or the front or back of a radar sen-

sor cover if it is dirty or covered

with water droplets, snow, etc.

*

: If equipped

 Rear

When cleaning the radar sensor

and radar sensor cover, use a soft

cloth to remove dirt so as to not

damage them.

A

Rear side radar sensors

■ Sensors which detect the

A

Radar sensor

driver condition

B

Radar sensor cover

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■To prevent malfunction of the

front camera

WARNING

●Vehicles with front side radar

sensors: Keep the surrounding

area of the front side radar sen-

sors on the front bumper clean

at all times.

Observe the following precau-

tions.

Failure to do so may lead to the

front camera not operating prop-

erly, possibly leading to an acci-

dent resulting in death or serious

injury.

●Always keep the windshield

clean.

• If the windshield is dirty or cov-

ered with an oily film, water

droplets, snow, etc., clean the

windshield.

●Do not attach accessories,

stickers (including transparent

stickers), aluminum tape, etc. to

a radar sensor or radar sensor

cover and their surrounding

area.

• Even if a glass coating agent is

applied to the windshield, it will

still be necessary to use the

windshield wipers to remove

water droplets, etc. from the

area of the windshield in front of

the front camera.

●Do not subject a radar sensor or

its surrounding area to impact.

5

If a radar sensor, the front grille,

or front bumper has been sub-

jected to a impact, have the vehi-

cle inspected by your Toyota

dealer.

• If the inner side of the wind-

shield where the front camera is

installed is dirty, contact your

Toyota dealer.

●Do not attach stickers (including

transparent stickers) or other

items to the area of the wind-

shield in front of the front cam-

era (shaded area in the

●Do not disassemble the radar

sensors.

●Do not modify or paint the radar

sensors or radar sensor cover,

or replace them with anything

other than Toyota genuine

parts.

illustration).

●In the following situations, recal-

ibration of the radar sensors will

be necessary. For details, con-

tact your Toyota dealer.

• When a radar sensor is

removed and installed, or

replaced

A

Approximately 1.6 in. (4 cm)

B

Approximately 1.6 in. (4 cm)

• When the front bumper or the

front grille has been replaced

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●Do not disassemble the front

WARNING

camera.

●If the part of the windshield in

front of the front camera is

fogged up or covered with con-

densation or ice, use the wind-

shield defogger to remove the

fog, condensation, or ice.

●Do not modify any parts around

the front camera, such as the

inside rear view mirror or ceil-

ing.

●Do not attach accessories

which may obstruct the front

camera to the hood, front grille,

or front bumper. For details,

contact your Toyota dealer.

●If water droplets cannot be

properly removed from the area

of the windshield in front of the

front camera by the windshield

wipers, replace the wiper insert

or wiper blade.

●If a surfboard or other long

object is to be mounted on the

roof, make sure that it will not

obstruct the front camera.

●Do not attach window tint to the

windshield.

●Do not modify or change the

headlights and other lights.

●Replace the windshield if it is

damaged or cracked.

If the windshield has been

replaced, recalibration of the front

camera will be necessary. For

details, contact your Toyota

dealer.

■Front camera installation area

on the windshield

If the system determines that the

windshield may be fogged up, it

will automatically operate the

heater to defog the part of the

windshield around the front cam-

era. When cleaning, etc., be care-

ful not to touch the area around

the front camera until the wind-

shield has cooled sufficiently, as

touching it may cause burns.

●Do not allow liquids to contact

the front camera.

●Do not allow bright lights to

shine into the front camera.

●Do not damage the lens of the

front camera or allow it to

become dirty.

■Precautions for the driver

monitor camera (if equipped)

When cleaning the inside of the

windshield, do not allow glass

cleaner to contact the lens of the

front camera. Do not touch the

lens of the front camera.

Observe the following precau-

tions.

Failure to do so may lead to mal-

function of the driver monitor cam-

era and the systems not operating

properly, possibly leading to an

accident resulting in death or seri-

ous injury.

If the lens of the front camera is

dirty or damaged, contact your

Toyota dealer.

●Do not subject the front camera

to a strong impact.

●Do not change the position or

orientation of the front camera

or remove it.

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●LCA (Lane Change Assist)

P.310

WARNING

●Do not subject the driver moni-

tor camera or its surrounding

area to strong impact.

●Radar Cruise Control: Extended

resume time

P.331

If subjected to a strong impact,

the driver monitor camera may

move out of alignment and the

driver may no longer be detected

correctly. In this case, have the

vehicle inspected by your Toyota

dealer.

●Traffic Jam Assist

P.348

■Situations in which the sensors

may not operate properly

●When the height or inclination of

the vehicle has been changed due

to modifications

●Do not disassemble or modify

the driver monitor camera.

●When the windshield is dirty,

fogged up, cracked or damaged

●Do not attach accessories,

stickers (including transparent

stickers), etc. to the driver moni-

tor camera or its surrounding

area.

●When the ambient temperature is

high or low

●When mud, water, snow, dead

insects, foreign matter, etc., is

attached to the front of the sensor

●Do not allow the driver monitor

camera or its surrounding area

to get wet.

●When in inclement weather such

as heavy rain, fog, snow, or a

sandstorm

5

●Do not cover the driver monitor

camera or place anything in

front of it.

●When water, snow, dust, etc. is

thrown up in front of the vehicle, or

when driving through mist or

smoke

●Keep the lens of the driver mon-

itor camera free from damage.

●When the headlights are not illu-

minated while driving in the dark,

such as at night or when in a tun-

nel

●Do not touch the lens of the

driver monitor camera or allow it

to become dirty.

●When the lens of a headlight is

dirty and illumination is weak

When there is dirt or fingerprints

on the camera lens, clean it with a

dry, soft cloth so as to not mark or

damage it.

●When the headlights are mis-

aligned

●When a headlight is malfunction-

ing

●When cleaning the lens, do not

use detergents or organic sol-

vents that may damage plastic.

●When the headlights of another

vehicle, sunlight, or reflected light

shines directly into the front cam-

era

■Precautions for use

●When the brightness of the sur-

rounding area changes suddenly

It is necessary to enter a connected

services contract, provided by

Toyota, to use these functions. For

details, contact your Toyota dealer.

●When driving near a TV tower,

broadcasting station, electric

power plant, radar equipped vehi-

cles, etc., or other location where

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strong radio waves or electrical

noise may be present

tle exposed metal, such as a vehi-

cle which is partially covered with

cloth, etc.

●When a wiper blade is blocking

the front camera

●When a detectable vehicle is

irregularly shaped, such as a trac-

tor, sidecar, etc.

●When in a location or near objects

which strongly reflect radio waves,

such as the following:

• Tunnels

• Truss bridges

• Gravel roads

• Rutted, snow-covered roads

• Walls

• Large trucks

• Manhole covers

• Guardrail

• Metal plates

●When the distance between the

vehicle and a detectable vehicle

has become extremely short

●When a detectable vehicle is at an

angle

●When snow, mud, etc. is attached

to a detectable vehicle

●When driving on the following

kinds of roads:

• Roads with sharp curves or wind-

ing roads

• Roads with changes in grade,

such as sudden inclines or

declines

●When near a step or protrusion

●When a detectable vehicle is nar-

row, such as a small mobility vehi-

cle

●When a detectable vehicle has a

small front or rear end, such as an

unloaded truck

• Roads which is sloped to the left

or right

• Roads with deep ruts

• Roads which are rough and

unmaintained

●When a detectable vehicle has a

low front or rear end, such as a

low bed trailer

• Roads which frequently undulate

or are bumpy

●When the steering wheel is being

operated frequently or suddenly

●When the vehicle is not in a con-

stant position within a lane

●When parts related to this system,

the brakes, etc. are cold or

extremely hot, wet, etc.

●When the wheels are misaligned

●When a detectable vehicle has

extremely high ground clearance

●When driving on slick road sur-

faces, such as when it is covered

with ice, snow, gravel, etc.

●When the course of the vehicle

differs from the shape of a curve

●When the vehicle speed is exces-

sively high when entering a curve

●When entering/exiting a parking

lot, garage, car elevator, etc.

●When a detectable vehicle is car-

rying a load which protrudes from

its cargo area

●When driving in a parking lot

●When driving through an area

where there are obstructions

which may contact your vehicle,

●When a detectable vehicle has lit-

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such as tall grass, tree branches,

a curtain, etc.

■Situations in which the driver

monitor may not operate prop-

erly (if equipped)

●When driving in strong wind

In situations such as the following,

the driver monitor camera may not

be able to detect the driver’s face,

and the function may not operate

properly.

■Situations in which the lane

may not be detected

●When the lane is extremely wide

or narrow

●Immediately after changing lanes

or passing through an intersection

●When the inside of the vehicle is

hot, such as after the vehicle has

been parked in the sun

●When driving in a temporary lane

or lane regulated by construction

●When a very bright light, such as

the sun or the headlights of follow-

ing vehicle, shines onto the driver

monitor camera

●When there are structures, pat-

terns, shadows which are similar

to lane lines in the surrounding

●When the brightness inside the

vehicle changes frequently due to

the shadows of surrounding struc-

tures, etc.

●When there are multiple white

lines for a lane line

●When the lane lines are not clear

or driving on a wet road surface

●When a very bright light, such as

the sun or the headlights of an

oncoming vehicle, is shining onto

the driver’s face

●When a lane line is on a curb

●When driving on a bright, reflec-

tive road surface, such as con-

crete

5

●When light, either inside or out-

side of the vehicle, is being

reflected from the lenses of eye-

glasses or sunglasses

■Situations in which some or all

of the functions of the system

cannot operate

●When there are multiple faces in

the detection range of the driver

monitor camera, such as when a

front or rear passenger is leaning

toward the driver’s seat

●When a malfunction is detected in

this system or a related system,

such as the brakes, steering, etc.

●When the VSC, TRAC, or other

safety related system is operating

●When the driver’s face is outside

of the detection range of the driver

monitor camera, such as when

leaned forward or when their head

is outside of the window

●When the VSC, TRAC, or other

safety related system is off

■Changes in brake operation

sound and pedal response

●When the driver monitor camera is

being blocked by the steering

wheel, a hand holding the steering

wheel, an arm, etc.

●When the brakes have been oper-

ated, brake operation sounds may

be heard and the brake pedal

response may change, but this

does not indicate a malfunction.

●When the driver is wearing a hat

●When the system is operating, the

brake pedal may feel stiffer than

expected or sink. In either situa-

tion the brake pedal can be

depressed further. Further

depress the brake pedal as nec-

essary.

●When the driver is wearing an

eyepatch

●When the driver is wearing eye-

glasses or sunglasses that do not

easily transmit infrared rays

●When the driver is wearing con-

tact lenses

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●When the driver is wearing a face

mask

*

Driver monitor

●When the driver is laughing or

their eyes are only slightly open

*

: If equipped

●When the driver’s eyes, nose,

mouth, or shape of their face is

blocked

Basic functions

During controlled driving, the

driver monitor camera detects

the position and direction the

driver is facing, and whether

their eyes are opened or closed.

Through this, the system deter-

mines if the driver is checking

their surroundings and if the

driver can perform driving oper-

ations.

●When the driver is wearing

makeup which makes it difficult to

detect their eyes, nose, mouth, or

shape of their face

●When the driver’s eyes are

blocked by the frame of eye-

glasses, sunglasses, hair, etc.

●When there is a device inside the

vehicle that radiates near infrared

rays, such as a non-genuine

driver monitoring system.

■ Warning function

In situations such as the follow-

ing, a buzzer will sound and a

message will be displayed to

warn the driver.

 When the system determines

that the driver is not paying

attention to the road or their

eyes are closed

 When the driver’s face cannot

be detected or the system

determines that the driver has

poor driving posture

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PCS (Pre-Collision Sys-

tem)

WARNING

■For safe use

●The driver monitor is not

designed to prevent the driver

from driving carelessly or hav-

ing a poor driving posture. Pay

careful attention to the sur-

rounding conditions in order to

ensure safe driving.

The pre-collision system

uses sensors to detect

objects (P.294) in the path

of the vehicle. When the

system determines that the

possibility of a frontal colli-

sion with a detectable

object 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 collision

is extremely high, the

●The driver monitor cannot

reduce drowsiness. If you feel

unable to concentrate or

drowsy, take a break and sleep

as necessary in order to ensure

safe driving.

■Warning function

These functions may not operate

when the vehicle speed is low.

■Situations in which the driver

monitor may not operate prop-

erly

5

brakes are automatically

applied to help avoid the

collision or help reduce the

impact of the collision.

P.291

Changing Driver monitor

settings

The pre-collision system can

be disabled/enabled and the

warning timing can be

The settings of Driver monitor

can be changed through cus-

tomize settings. (P.626)

changed. (P.304)

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 Pedestrians

WARNING

 Motorcycles^*

 Walls

■For safe use

●Driving safely is solely the

responsibility of the driver. Pay

careful attention to the sur-

rounding conditions in order to

ensure safe driving.

*

: Detected as a detectable object

only when being ridden.

Never use the pre-collision sys-

tem in place of normal braking

operations. This system cannot

help avoid or reduce the impact of

a collision in every situation.

Over-reliance on this system to

drive the vehicle safely may lead

to an accident resulting in death

or serious injury.

System functions

■ Pre-collision warning

When the system determines

that the possibility of a collision

is high, a buzzer will sound and

an icon and warning message

will be displayed on the multi-

information display to urge the

driver to take evasive action.

●Although the pre-collision sys-

tem is designed to help avoid or

help reduce the impact of a col-

lision, its effectiveness may

change according to various

conditions. Therefore, it may not

always be able to achieve the

same level of performance.

If the detectable object is a vehi-

cle, moderate braking will be

performed with the warning.

Read the following items care-

fully. Do not overly rely on this

system and always drive care-

fully.

• For safe use: P.284

■When to disable the pre-colli-

sion system

●When it is necessary to disable

the system: P.284

If the system determines that

the accelerator pedal is strongly

depressed, the following icon

and message will be displayed

on the multi-information display.

Detectable objects

The system can detect the fol-

lowing as detectable objects.

(Detectable objects differ

depending on the function.)

 Vehicles

 Bicycles^*

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steering wheel

Vehicles with active steering

function: The brakes and steer-

ing are controlled to help avoid a

collision or reduce the impact of

a collision, regardless of the

evasive steering maneuvers

performed by the driver.

■ Pre-collision brake assist

During assistance, the pre-colli-

sion warning will operate and a

message will be displayed to

warn the driver.

If the system determines that

the possibility of a collision is

high and the brake operation by

the driver is insufficient, the

braking power will be increased.

■ Pre-collision brake control

If the system determines that

the possibility of a collision is

extremely high, the brakes are

automatically applied to help

avoid the collision or reduce the

impact of the collision.

5

■ Intersection collision avoid-

ance support (left/right

turn)

■ Emergency steering assist

If the system determines that

the following conditions are met,

assistance will be provided to

help enhance vehicle stability

and prevent lane departure.

During assistance, in addition to

the pre-collision warning, the fol-

lowing icon will be displayed on

the multi-information display.

In situations such as the follow-

ing, if the system determines

that the possibility of a collision

is high, the pre-collision warning

and pre-collision braking will

operate.

Depending on the intersection,

assistance may not operate cor-

rectly.

 The possibility of a collision is

high

 When turning left/right at an

intersection and crossing the

path of an oncoming vehicle

 There is sufficient space

within the lane to perform

evasive steering maneuvers

 The driver is operating the

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 When turning left/right and a

pedestrian or bicycle is

detected

■ Acceleration Suppression

at Low Speed

When driving at a low speed, if

the accelerator pedal is strongly

depressed and the system

determines that there is a possi-

bility of a collision, hybrid sys-

tem output will be restrained or

the brakes will be applied

weakly to restrict acceleration.

During operation, a buzzer will

sound and the following icon

and message will be displayed

on the multi-information display.

■ Intersection collision avoid-

ance support (crossing

vehicles)

At an intersection, etc., if the

system determines that the pos-

sibility of a collision with an

approaching vehicle or motorcy-

cle is high, the pre-collision

warning and pre-collision brak-

ing will operate.

Depending on the intersection,

assistance may not operate cor-

rectly.

WARNING

■Pre-collision braking

●When the pre-collision braking

function is operating, a large

amount of braking force will be

applied.

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• If the accelerator pedal is

WARNING

depressed strongly, the steering

wheel is turned heavily, the

brake pedal is depressed, or the

turn signal lever is operated, the

system may determine that the

driver is taking evasive action

and the emergency steering

assist may not operate.

●The pre-collision braking func-

tion is not designed to hold the

vehicle stopped. If the vehicle is

stopped by pre-collision brake

control, the driver should oper-

ate the brakes immediately as

necessary.

●The pre-collision braking func-

tion 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-collision braking function

from operating.

• While the emergency steering

assist is operating, if the accel-

erator pedal is depressed

strongly, the steering wheel is

turned heavily, or the brake

pedal is depressed, the system

may determine that the driver is

taking evasive action and emer-

gency steering assist operation

may be canceled.

• While the emergency steering

assist is operating, if the steer-

ing wheel is held or turned in the

opposite direction of system

operation, emergency steering

assist operation will be can-

celed.

●If the brake pedal is being

depressed, the system may

determine that the driver is tak-

ing evasive action and possibly

delay the operation timing of the

pre-collision brake control.

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■Acceleration Suppression at

Low Speed

If the steering wheel is being

turned, the system may determine

that the driver is taking evasive

action and possibly prevent the

Acceleration Suppression at Low

Speed function from operating or

possibly causing its operation to

be canceled.

■Emergency steering assist

●The emergency steering assist

will be canceled when the sys-

tem determines that lane depar-

ture prevention control has

completed.

●Depending on operations per-

formed by the driver, emer-

gency steering assist may not

operate or operation may be

canceled.

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■Operating conditions of each function of the pre-collision system

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

sibility of a frontal collision with a detected object is high.

However, the system will not operate in the following situations:

●When the vehicle has not been driven a certain amount after a terminal of

the 12-volt battery has been disconnected and reconnected

●When the shift position is in R

●When the VSC OFF indicator is illuminated (only the pre-collision warning

function will be operational)

The following are the operational speeds and cancelation conditions of each

function:

●Pre-collision warning

Relative speed between

Detectable objects

Vehicle speed

your vehicle and object

Approximately 3 to 110 Approximately 3 to 110

mph (5 to 180 km/h) mph (5 to 180 km/h)

Approximately 20 to 110 Approximately 50 to 130

Preceding vehicles,

stopped vehicles

Oncoming vehicles

Bicycles

mph (30 to 180 km/h)

mph (80 to 220 km/h)

Approximately 3 to 50

mph (5 to 80 km/h)

Approximately 3 to 50

mph (5 to 80 km/h)

Approximately 3 to 50

mph (5 to 80 km/h)

Approximately 3 to 50

mph (5 to 80 km/h)

Pedestrians

Preceding motorcycles, Approximately 3 to 110 Approximately 3 to 50

stopped motorcycles

mph (5 to 180 km/h)

mph (5 to 80 km/h)

Approximately 20 to 110 Approximately 20 to 110

mph (30 to 180 km/h)

Oncoming motorcycles

mph (30 to 180 km/h)

While the pre-collision warning is operating, if the steering wheel is operated

heavily or suddenly, the pre-collision warning may be cancelled.

●Pre-collision brake assist

Relative speed between

your vehicle and object

Detectable objects

Vehicle speed

Preceding vehicles, Approximately 20 to 110 Approximately 7 to 110

stopped vehicles

Bicycles

mph (30 to 180 km/h)

Approximately 20 to 50 Approximately 20 to 50

mph (30 to 80 km/h) mph (30 to 80 km/h)

mph (10 to 180 km/h)

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Relative speed between

your vehicle and object

Detectable objects

Pedestrians

Vehicle speed

Approximately 20 to 50 Approximately 20 to 50

mph (30 to 80 km/h) mph (30 to 80 km/h)

Preceding motorcycles, Approximately 20 to 110 Approximately 7 to 50

mph (30 to 180 km/h)

stopped motorcycles

mph (10 to 80 km/h)

●Pre-collision braking

Relative speed between

your vehicle and object

Detectable objects

Vehicle speed

Preceding vehicles,

stopped vehicles

Approximately 3 to 110 Approximately 3 to 110

mph (5 to 180 km/h) mph (5 to 180 km/h)

Approximately 20 to 110 Approximately 50 to 130

mph (30 to 180 km/h)

Oncoming vehicles

Bicycles

mph (80 to 220 km/h)

Approximately 3 to 50

mph (5 to 80 km/h)

Approximately 3 to 50

mph (5 to 80 km/h)

Approximately 3 to 50

mph (5 to 80 km/h)

Approximately 3 to 50

mph (5 to 80 km/h)

Pedestrians

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Preceding motorcycles, Approximately 3 to 110 Approximately 3 to 50

stopped motorcycles

mph (5 to 180 km/h)

mph (5 to 80 km/h)

Approximately 20 to 110 Approximately 20 to 110

mph (30 to 180 km/h)

Oncoming motorcycles

mph (30 to 180 km/h)

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

ating, it will be canceled:

• The accelerator pedal is strongly depressed

• The steering wheel is operated heavily or suddenly

●Emergency steering assist

The emergency steering assist will not operate when the turn signal lights

are flashing.

Relative speed between

your vehicle and object

Detectable objects

Preceding vehicles,

stopped vehicles, bicy- Approximately 25 to 50 Approximately 25 to 50

Vehicle speed

cles, pedestrians,

motorcycles

mph (40 to 80 km/h)

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Relative speed between

your vehicle and object

Detectable objects

Preceding vehicles,

stopped vehicles, bicy-

cles, pedestrians,

motorcycles

Vehicle speed

Active steering function Active steering function

*

(if equipped): to 50

*

(if equipped): to 50

*

mph ( to 80 km/h)

*

: Minimum vehicle speed: Vehicle speed at which evasion using pre-colli-

sion brake control is difficult

While the emergency steering assist is operating, if any of the following are

performed, emergency steering assist operation may be cancelled:

• The accelerator pedal is strongly depressed

• The steering wheel is operated heavily or suddenly

• The brake pedal is depressed

●Intersection collision avoidance support (left/right turn)

The intersection collision avoidance support (for left/right turning vehicles)

will not operate when the turn signal lights are not flashing.

Relative speed

between your

vehicle and object

Detectable

objects

Oncomingvehicle

speed

Vehicle speed

Approximately 3 Approximately 3 Approximately 7

to 25 mph (5 to

40 km/h)

Oncoming vehi-

cles

to 45 mph (5 to to 70 mph (10 to

115 km/h)

75 km/h)

Approximately 3

to 20 mph (5 to

30 km/h)

Approximately 3

to 25 mph (5 to

40 km/h)

Pedestrians

Bicycles

-

Approximately 3

to 20 mph (5 to

30 km/h)

Approximately 3

to 30 mph (5 to

50 km/h)

-

Approximately 3 Approximately 3 Approximately 7

to 25 mph (5 to

40 km/h)

Oncoming motor-

cycles

to 45 mph (5 to to 70 mph (10 to

75 km/h) 115 km/h)

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●Intersection collision avoidance support (crossing vehicles)

 Vehicles without front side radars

Relative speed

between your

vehicle and object

Detectable

objects

Crossing vehicle

speed

Vehicle speed

• Your vehicle

speed or less

• Approximately

25 mph or less

(40 km/h or

less)

Approximately 3

to 38 mph (5 to

60 km/h)

Approximately 3

to 38 mph (5 to

60 km/h)

Vehicles, Motor-

cycles (side)

 Vehicles with front side radars

Relative speed

between your

vehicle and object

Detectable

Vehicle speed

objects

Crossing vehicle

speed

Approximately 3 Approximately 31 Approximately 3

to 38 mph (5 to mph or less (50

60 km/h) km/h or less)

Vehicles, Motor-

cycles (side)

to 38 mph (5 to

60 km/h)

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When driving at approximately 29 mph (40 km/h) or more, this system will

only operate when the speed of the other vehicle is approximately 29 mph

(40 km/h) or less.

The system operates only when the crossing vehicle speed is same as or

less than the vehicle speed.

●Acceleration Suppression at Low Speed

The Acceleration Suppression at Low Speed function will not operate when

the turn signal lights are flashing.

Relative speed between

your vehicle and object

Detectable objects

Vehicle speed

Preceding vehicles,

stopped vehicles,

Pedestrians, Bicycles,

Wall

Approximately 0 to 9

mph (0 to 15 km/h)

Approximately 0 to 9

mph (0 to 15 km/h)

While the Acceleration Suppression at Low Speed function is operating, if

any of the following are performed, the low speed sudden acceleration sup-

pression function operation will be cancelled:

• The accelerator pedal is released.

• The steering wheel is operated heavily or suddenly

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■Detection of detectable objects

may be mistaken for a detectable

object

• When passing a detectable object

that is changing lanes or turning

left/right

Objects are detected based on their

size, shape, and movement.

Depending on the ambient bright-

ness, movement, posture and direc-

tion of a detectable object, it may

not be detected and the system may

not operate properly.

The system detects shapes, such

as the following, as detectable

objects.

• When passing a detectable object

which is stopped to make a

left/right turn

■Situations in which the system

may operate even though the

possibility of a collision is not

high

●In certain situations, such as the

following, the system may deter-

mine that the possibility of a colli-

sion is high and operate:

• When a detectable object stops

immediately before entering the

path of the vehicle

• When passing a detectable object

• When changing lanes while over-

taking a detectable object

• When passing through a location

with a structure above the road

(traffic sign, billboard, etc.)

• When suddenly approaching a

detectable object

• When approaching a detectable

object or other object on the road-

side, such as guardrails, utility

poles, trees, walls, etc.

• When there is a detectable object

or other object by the roadside at

the entrance of a curve

• When approaching an electric toll

gate barrier, parking lot barrier, or

other barrier that opens and

closes

• When turning left/right and an

oncoming vehicle, oncoming

motorcycle, pedestrian or bicycle

crosses in front of the vehicle

• When attempting to turn left/right

in front of an oncoming vehicle,

oncoming motorcycle, pedestrian

• When there are patterns or a

painting ahead of the vehicle that

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or bicycle

hole cover, steel plate on the road

surface, or another vehicle

• When there is a structure above a

detectable object

• When part of a detectable object

is hidden by another object (large

luggage, umbrella, guardrail, etc.)

• When multiple detectable objects

are overlapping

• When turning left/right and an

oncoming vehicle, oncoming

motorcycle, pedestrian or bicycle

stops or changes course immedi-

ately before entering the path of

the vehicle

• When turning left/right and an

oncoming vehicle turns left/right in

front of the vehicle

• When a bright light, such as the

sun, is reflecting off of a detect-

able object

• When a detectable object is white

and looks extremely bright

• When the color or brightness of a

detectable object causes it to

blend in with its surroundings

• When a detectable object cuts in

front of or suddenly emerges in

front of your vehicle

• When the steering wheel is oper-

ated toward the path of an oncom-

ing vehicle

• When there is an object moving

above or under the road

• When approaching a vehicle

which is diagonal

• If a bicycle is a child sized bicycle,

is carrying a large load, is carrying

an extra passenger, is carrying a

forward leaning rider, or has an

unusual shape (bicycles equipped

with a child seat, tandem bicycles,

etc.)

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• If a pedestrian or bicycle is shorter

than approximately 3.2 ft. (1 m) or

taller than approximately 6.5 ft. (2

m).

• When the silhouette of a pedes-

trian or bicycle is unclear (such as

when they are wearing a raincoat,

long skirt, etc.)

• When a pedestrian is bending for-

ward or squatting

• When a pedestrian or bicycle is

moving at high speed

• When a pedestrian is pushing a

stroller, wheelchair, bicycle or

other vehicle

• When a detectable object blends

in with the surrounding area, such

as when it is dim (at dawn or dusk)

or dark (at night or in a tunnel)

• When the vehicle has not been

driven for a certain amount of time

after the hybrid system was

started

■Situations in which the system

may not operate properly

●In certain situations, such as the

following, a detectable object may

not be detected by the front sen-

sors, and the system may not

operate properly:

• When a detectable object is

approaching your vehicle

• When your vehicle or a detectable

object is wandering

• When a detectable object makes

an abrupt maneuver (such as sud-

den swerving, acceleration or

deceleration)

• When suddenly approaching a

detectable object

• When the detectable object is

near a wall, fence, guardrail, man-

• While turning left/right or a few

seconds after turning left/right

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• While driving around a curve and

a few seconds after driving around

a curve

• When turning left/right and an

oncoming vehicle is driving in a

lane 3 or more lanes from the

vehicle

• When turning left/right and the

direction of the vehicle differs

greatly from the direction traffic

flows in the oncoming lane

as a target object and the Acceler-

ation Suppression at Low Speed

function may not operate properly:

• When scenery behind the wall is

visible, such as a glass door, grid

fence, etc.

• When the wall is slanted or low

• When the wall is narrow, such as

a pole, etc.

• When the wall is made of plants,

such as a hedge, etc.

• When the road, etc. is reflected on

the wall

• When the vehicle is approaching

the wall at an angle

Changing the pre-colli-

sion setting

 The pre-collision system can

be enabled/disabled through

a customize setting.

• When turning left/right, a pedes-

trian or bicycle behind the vehicle

comes in front of it as if it over-

takes the vehicle

(P.626)

The system is enabled each time

the power switch is turned to ON.

 When the system is disabled,

the PCS warning light will illu-

minate and a message will be

displayed on the multi-infor-

mation display.

• When at an intersection, the

approaching crossing vehicle is

long in overall length, such as a

large truck, towing trailer, etc.

 The pre-collision setting can

be changed on the customize

settings. (P.626)

●In addition to the preceding, in

certain situations, such as the fol-

lowing, the emergency steering

assist may not operate properly:

• When a detectable object is too

close to the vehicle

• When there is insufficient space to

perform evasive steering maneu-

vers or an obstruction exists in the

evasion direction

 Vehicles without active steer-

ing function: When the pre-

collision warning timing is

changed, the emergency

steering assist timing will also

be changed.

• When there is an oncoming vehi-

cle

When later is selected, the

emergency steering assist will

not operate in most cases.

●In addition to the preceding, in

certain situations, such as the fol-

lowing, walls may not be detected

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 Vehicles with active steering

function: When the pre-colli-

sion warning timing is

LTA (Lane Tracing

Assist)

changed, the emergency

steering assist (excluding the

active steering function) tim-

ing will also be changed.

LTA functions

 When driving on a road with

clear lane lines with the

dynamic radar cruise control

operating, lane lines and pre-

ceding and surrounding vehi-

cles are detected using the

front camera and radar sen-

sor, and the steering wheel is

operated to maintain the vehi-

cle’s lane position.

When later is selected, the

emergency steering assist

(excluding the active steering

function) will not operate in most

cases.

 Vehicles with a driver monitor

camera: When the system

determines that the driver is

not facing forward, the pre-

collision warning and emer-

gency steering assist will

Use this function only on highways

and expressways.

If the dynamic radar cruise control

is not operating, the function will not

operate.

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operate at the earlier timing,

regardless of the user setting.

In situations where the lane lines

are difficult to see or are not visible,

such as when in a traffic jam, sup-

port will be provided using the path

of preceding and surrounding vehi-

cles.

 When the dynamic radar

cruise control is operating, the

pre-collision warning will

operate at the earlier timing,

regardless of the user setting.

 Vehicles with Traffic Jam

Assist: When the Traffic Jam

Assist is operating, the pre-

collision warning will operate

at the earlier timing, regard-

less of the user setting.

If the system determines that the

steering wheel has not been oper-

ated for a certain amount of time or

the steering wheel is not being

firmly gripped, the driver will be

alerted and this function will be

temporarily canceled.

If the steering wheel is firmly

gripped, the function will begin

operating again.

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 When the function is operat-

ing, if the vehicle is likely to

depart from its lane, the driver

will be alerted via a display

and buzzer.

WARNING

■Before using the LTA system

●Do not overly rely on the LTA

system. The LTA system is not

a system which provides auto-

mated assistance in driving and

it is not a system which reduces

the amount of attention neces-

sary for safe driving. The driver

is solely responsible for paying

attention to their surroundings

and operating the steering

When the buzzer sounds, check

the area around the vehicle and

carefully operate the steering wheel

to move the vehicle back to the

center of the lane.

wheel as necessary to ensure

safety. Also, the driver is

responsible for taking adequate

breaks when fatigued, such as

when driving for a long time.

●Failure to perform appropriate

driving operations and pay care-

ful attention may lead to an

accident.

●When not using the LTA sys-

tem, turn it off using the LTA

switch.

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■Lane departure warning func-

tion when the LTA is operating

■Operating conditions of func-

tion

●Even if the LDA warning method is

changed to vibration of the steer-

ing wheel, if the vehicle deviates

from the lane while the LTA is

operating, the warning buzzer will

sound to alert the driver.

This function is operable when all of

the following conditions are met:

●The LTA system detects lane lines

or the path of preceding or sur-

rounding vehicles.

●If steering wheel operation equiv-

alent to that necessary for a lane

change is detected, the system

will determine the vehicle is not

deviating from the lane and the

warning will not operate.

●The dynamic radar cruise control

is operating.

●The lane width is approximately

10 to 13 ft. (3 to 4 m).

●The turn signal lever is not being

operated.

■Hands off steering wheel warn-

ing operation

●The vehicle is not being driven

around a sharp curve.

●When the system determines the

driver is not holding the steering

wheel, a message urging the

driver to grip the steering wheel

and the icon shown in the illustra-

tion will be displayed on the multi-

information display to warn the

driver. If the system detects that

the steering wheel is held, the

warning will be canceled. When

using the system, make sure to

grip the steering wheel firmly,

regardless of whether the warn-

ing is operating or not.

●The vehicle is not accelerating or

decelerating more than a certain

amount.

●The steering wheel is not being

turned with a large force.

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●The hands off steering wheel

warning (P.307) is not operat-

ing.

●The vehicle is being driven in the

center of a lane.

■Temporary cancelation of func-

tions

●When the operating conditions are

no longer met, a function may be

temporarily canceled. However,

when the operation conditions are

met again, operation of the func-

tion will automatically be restored.

(P.307)

●If the operating conditions of a

function are no longer met while

the function is operating, a buzzer

may sound to indicate that the

function has been temporarily

canceled.

●If no operations are detected for a

certain amount of time, the warn-

ing will operate and the function

will be temporarily canceled. This

warning may also operate if the

driver only operates steering

wheel a small amount continu-

ously.

●The steering assist operation of

the function can be overridden by

the steering wheel operation of

the driver.

■Situations in which the hands

off steering wheel warning may

not operate properly

●Depending on the condition of the

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vehicle, handle control condition

and road surface, the warning

function may not operate.

WARNING

■Situations in which the func-

tions may not operate prop-

erly

●Vehicles with LCA: In the following

situations, the system may not be

able to detect when the driver’s

hands are off the steering wheel.

• When a steering wheel cover is

installed

• When the driver is wearing gloves

• When foreign matter is attached to

the steering wheel

• When the driver is gripping the

wood trim, seam of the leather,

spokes, or other part of the steer-

ing wheel that does not have sen-

sors

In the following situations, the

functions may not operate prop-

erly and the vehicle may depart

from its lane. Do not overly rely on

these functions. The driver is

solely responsible for paying

attention to their surroundings

and operating the steering wheel

as necessary to ensure safety.

●When a preceding or surround-

ing vehicle changes lanes (Your

vehicle may follow the preced-

ing or surrounding vehicle and

also change lanes)

●Vehicles with LCA: In the following

situations, the hands off steering

wheel warning may not operate

and the LTA function may con-

tinue operating even though the

driver’s hands are off the steering

wheel:

• When something other than a

hand is contacting the steering

wheel

• When a wide object or arms are

held across the steering wheel

●When a preceding or surround-

ing vehicle is swaying (Your

vehicle may sway accordingly

and depart from the lane)

Enabling/disabling the

system

●When a preceding or surround-

ing vehicle departs from a lane

(Your vehicle may follow the

preceding or surrounding vehi-

cle and also depart from the

lane)

The LTA will change between

ON/OFF each time the LTA

switch is pressed.

When the LTA is ON, the LTA indi-

cator will illuminate.

●When a preceding or surround-

ing vehicle is being driven

extremely close to the left/right

lane line (Your vehicle may fol-

low the preceding or surround-

ing vehicle accordingly and

depart from the lane)

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WARNING

●When there are moving objects

or structures in the surrounding

area (Depending on the position

of the moving object or structure

relative to your vehicle, your

vehicle may sway)

●When the vehicle is struck by a

crosswind or the turbulence of

other nearby vehicles

●Situations in which the sensors

may not operate properly:

P.289

●Situations in which the lane may

not be detected: P.291

●When it is necessary to disable

the system: P.284

Operation display of steering wheel operation support

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The operating state of the LTA system is indicated.

Indicator

Lane display

Gray/White

Green

Steering icon

Situation

LTA is on standby

LTA is operating

White

Gray

Green

The vehicle is

departing the lane

toward the side

which the lane

Yellow

Green

Flashing

display is flashing

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LCA (Lane Change

WARNING

*

Assist)

■Before using the LCA system

●Do not overly rely on the LCA

system.

*

: If equipped

The LCA system is not a system

which provides automated assis-

tance in driving and it is not a sys-

tem which reduces the need for

checking an adjacent lane for

other vehicles, approaching vehi-

cles, etc. when changing lanes.

The driver is solely responsible for

paying attention to their surround-

ings and operating the steering

wheel as necessary to ensure

safety.

LCA functions

This function is linked to the LTA

and provides assistance in per-

forming lane changes through

steering wheel operations.

Use the this function only on high-

ways and expressways.

The steering assist operation can

be overridden by the steering wheel

operation of the driver.

Also, do not use the LCA to

change lanes into which a lane

change should not be performed

(oncoming lanes, road shoulders,

etc.).

The lane change assist function is

not designed to operate when

changing lanes at a junction.

●Failure to perform appropriate

driving operations and pay care-

ful attention may lead to an

accident.

■Operating conditions of func-

tion

This function is operable when all of

the following conditions are met:

●The LTA is operating.

●The lane change assist function is

enabled by a customize setting.

●The vehicle speed is between

approximately 55 and 85 mph (90

and 140 km/h).

●The system detects a broken

white line on the side which the

lane change is to be performed.

●A vehicle is not detected in the

lane toward which the turn signal

is operated.

●The steering wheel is not being

turned with a large force.

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●The hands off steering wheel

warning (P.307) is not operat-

ing.

■Cancelation of functions

In the following situations, opera-

tion of the LCA may be canceled

with the display and buzzer:

●When the operating conditions

(P.307) are no longer met

●When the system can no longer

■Situations in which the hands

off steering wheel warning may

not operate properly

detect lane lines

●Depending on the condition of the

vehicle, handle control condition

and road surface, the warning

function may not operate.

●When the turn signal lever is oper-

ated to the second position

(P.311)

●When the turn signal lever is oper-

ated in the opposite direction of

the lane change

●In the following situations, the sys-

tem may not be able to detect

when the driver’s hands are off

the steering wheel.

• When a steering wheel cover is

installed

• When the driver is wearing gloves

• When foreign matter is attached to

the steering wheel

• When the driver is gripping the

wood trim, seam of the leather,

spokes, or other part of the steer-

ing wheel that does not have sen-

sors

●When the system detects opera-

tion of the steering wheel, brake

pedal or accelerator pedal by the

driver

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If the system detects that a vehicle

is quickly approaching in the lane

toward which the turn signal is oper-

ated a buzzer will sound and a mes-

sage will be displayed to alert the

driver. At the same time the steering

wheel may be slightly operated to

help keep the vehicle away from the

approaching vehicle.

●In the following situations, the

hands off steering wheel warning

may not operate and the LCA

function may continue operating

even though the driver’s hands

are off the steering wheel:

• When something other than a

hand is contacting the steering

wheel

■Hands off steering wheel warn-

ing operation

When the system determines the

driver is not holding the steering

wheel, a message urging the driver

to grip the steering wheel and the

icon shown in the illustration will be

displayed on the multi-information

display to warn the driver. If the sys-

tem detects that the steering wheel

is held, the warning will be can-

celed. When using the system,

make sure to grip the steering wheel

firmly, regardless of whether the

warning is operating or not.

• When a wide object or arms are

held across the steering wheel

Operating the LCA

If the turn signal lever is held in

the first position, the lane

change direction will be dis-

played and the function will

operate.

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To change lanes by holding the

turn signal lever in the first posi-

tion without using the LCA, turn

the customize setting of the LCA

off.

1 First position: LCA is opera-

tional

2 Second position: LCA is not

operational

WARNING

■Situations in which the LCA

should not be used

●When driving on a one lane

road

●When there is no broken white

line between the current lane

and the lane to be changed to

Enabling/disabling the

system

LCA can be enabled/disabled

through a customize setting.

(P.626)

Displays and system operation

The operating state of the LCA system is indicated.

LCA display

Steering icon

Condition

LCA is operating

Blue arrow and white

line

Green

Approaching vehicle

detected while LCA is

operating

Grey

Lane line no longer

detected while LCA is

operating

Not displayed

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such as a curb, guardrail, etc.

LDA (Lane Departure

Alert)

Basic functions

The LDA system warns the

driver if the vehicle may deviate

from the current lane or course^*,

and also can slightly operate the

steering wheel to help avoid

deviation from the lane or

course^*.

The front camera is used to

detect lane lines or a course^*.

*

: Boundary between the asphalt

and grass, soil, etc., or structures,

such as a curb, guardrail, etc.

■ Lane departure prevention

function

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■ Lane departure alert func-

tion

If the system determines that

the vehicle is likely to depart

When the system determines

that the vehicle might depart

from its lane or course^*, it pro-

vides assistance through steer-

ing wheel operations to help

avoid deviation from the lane or

course.

from its lane or course^*, a warn-

ing is displayed on a display,

and either a warning buzzer will

sound or the steering wheel will

vibrate to alert the driver.

If the system determines that the

steering wheel has not been oper-

ated for a certain amount of time or

the steering wheel is not being

firmly gripped, a warning message

may be displayed and a warning

buzzer may sound to alert the

driver.

Check the area around your vehicle

and carefully operate the steering

wheel to move the vehicle back to

*

the center of the lane or course .

Vehicles with BSM: If the system

determines that the vehicle may

collide with a vehicle in an adjacent

lane, the lane departure alert will

operate even if the turn signals are

operating.

Vehicles with BSM: If the system

determines that the vehicle may

collide with a vehicle in an adjacent

lane, the lane departure prevention

function will operate even if the turn

signals are operating.

*

: Boundary between the asphalt

and grass, soil, etc., or structures,

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*

: Boundary between the asphalt

and grass, soil, etc., or structures,

such as a curb, guardrail, etc.

WARNING

■Before using the LDA system

●Do not overly rely on the LDA

system. The LDA system is not

a system which provides auto-

mated assistance in driving and

it is not a system which reduces

the amount of attention neces-

sary for safe driving. The driver

is solely responsible for paying

attention to their surroundings

and operating the steering

■ Break suggestion function

If the vehicle is swaying, a mes-

sage will be displayed and a

buzzer will sound to urge the

driver to take a break.

wheel as necessary to ensure

safety. Also, the driver is

responsible for taking adequate

breaks when fatigued, such as

when driving for a long time.

●Failure to perform appropriate

driving operations and pay care-

ful attention may lead to an

accident.

■Operating conditions of each

function

●Lane departure alert/prevention

function

This function is operable when all of

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the following conditions are met:

• The vehicle speed is approxi-

mately 30 mph (50 km/h) or more.

road conditions, lane departure

angle, etc., operation of the lane

departure prevention function may

not be felt or the function may not

operate.

Operation may be possible when

the vehicle speed is approximately

25 mph (40 km/h) or more if vehi-

cles, motorcycles, bicycles, or

pedestrians are detected near the

lane.

●Depending on the conditions, the

warning buzzer may operate even

if vibration is selected through a

customize setting.

*

●If a course is not clear or straight,

• The system recognizes a lane or

*

the lane departure alert function or

lane departure prevention function

may not operate.

course . (When recognized on

only one side, the system will

operate only for the recognized

side.)

• The lane width is approximately

9.8 ft. (3 m) or more.

●The lane departure alert function

or lane departure prevention func-

tion may not operate if the system

judges that the vehicle is inten-

tionally being steered to avoid a

pedestrian or parked vehicle.

• The turn signal lever is not being

operated.

(Vehicles with BSM: Except when a

vehicle is detected in the direction

that the turn signal lever is oper-

ated.)

●Vehicles with BSM: It may not be

possible for the system to judge if

there is danger of a collision with a

vehicle in an adjacent lane.

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• The vehicle is not being driven

around a sharp curve.

• The vehicle is not accelerating or

decelerating more than a certain

amount.

• The steering wheel is not being

turned sufficiently to perform a

lane change.

• When the VSC or TRAC system is

not turned off

●Vehicles with a driver monitor

camera: Depending on the driver

condition, the lane departure alert

function or lane departure preven-

tion function changes the timing of

operation.

●The steering assist operation of

the lane departure prevention

function can be overridden by the

steering wheel operation of the

driver.

*

: Boundary between the asphalt

and grass, soil, etc., or structures,

such as a curb, guardrail, etc.

*

: Boundary between the asphalt

and grass, soil, etc., or structures,

such as a curb, guardrail, etc.

■Temporary cancellation of func-

tions

■Hands off steering wheel warn-

ing operation

When the operating conditions are

no longer met, a function may be

temporarily canceled. However,

when the operation conditions are

met again, operation of the function

will automatically be restored.

(P.314)

In the following situations, a mes-

sage urging the driver to operate the

steering wheel and an icon will be

displayed and a buzzer will sound to

warn the driver. When using the

system, make sure to grip the steer-

ing wheel firmly, regardless of

whether the warning is operating or

not.

■Operation of the lane departure

alert function/lane departure

prevention function

●Depending on the vehicle speed,

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suggestion function may not oper-

ate.

●When the system determines that

the driver is not securely holding

the steering wheel, or the steering

wheel is not being operated when

the steering assist operation of the

lane departure prevention function

is operating

Press the

meter control switch

*1

to turn off the message.

Unless

is pressed, the message

Except for Puerto Rico: The length

of time that the warning buzzer

operates will become longer as the

frequency of the steering assist

operating increases. If the system

judges that the steering wheel has

been operated, the warning buzzer

will stop.

of the break suggestion function will

*1

remain displayed.

*1

:For Puerto Rico

*2

:Except for Puerto Rico

Changing LDA settings

For Puerto Rico: The length of time

that the warning buzzer operates

will become longer as the frequency

of the steering assist operating

increases. Even if the system

judges that the steering wheel has

been operated, the warning buzzer

will sound for a certain amount of

time.

 The LDA system can be

enabled/disabled through a

customize setting. (P.627)

 The settings of the LDA can

be changed on the customize

settings. (P.627)

WARNING

■Situations in which the sys-

■Break suggestion function

tem may not operate properly

This function is operable when all of

the following conditions are met:

In the following situations, the

system may not operate properly

and the vehicle may depart from

its lane. Do not overly rely on

these functions. The driver is

solely responsible for paying

attention to their surroundings

and operating the steering wheel

as necessary to ensure safety.

●The vehicle speed is approxi-

mately 40 mph (65 km/h) or

*1

more.

●The vehicle speed is approxi-

mately 32 mph (50 km/h) or

*2

more.

●The lane width is approximately

9.8 ft. (3 m) or more.

Depending on the condition of the

vehicle and road surface, the break

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WARNING

●When the boundary between

the asphalt and grass, soil, etc.,

or structures, such as a curb,

guardrail, etc. is not clear or

straight

●When the vehicle is struck by a

crosswind or the turbulence of

other nearby vehicles

●Situations in which the lane may

not be detected: P.291

●Situations in which the sensors

may not operate properly:

P.289

●Situations in which some or all

of the functions of the system

cannot operate: P.291

●When it is necessary to disable

the system: P.284

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Displays and system operation

The operating state of the lane departure alert function and steering

assist operation of the lane departure prevention function are indi-

cated.

 Except for Puerto Rico

Indicator

Lane display

Steering icon

Condition

Not illuminated

Not illuminated System disabled

Lane lines are not

Not illuminated

detected by the

system

White

Gray

Lane lines are

detected by the

system

White

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Indicator

Lane display

Steering icon

Condition

Lane departure

alert function is

operating for the

side which the

lane display is

flashing

Not illuminated

Yellow

Flashing

Lane departure

prevention func-

tion is operating

for the side which

the lane display is

illuminated

Green

Lane departure

alert func-

tion/lane depar-

ture prevention

function is operat-

ing for the side

which the lane

display is flashing

Yellow

Green

Flashing

 For Puerto Rico

Indicator

Lane display Steering icon

Situation

Not illumi-

nated

Not illumi-

nated

System disabled

Yellow

Illuminated

Not illumi-

nated

Not illumi- Lane lines are not detected by

nated the system

Gray

Not illumi-

nated

Not illumi- Lane lines are detected by the

nated

system

White

Lane departure alert function

is operating for the side which

the lane display is flashing

Not illumi-

nated

Yellow

Flashing

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Indicator

Green

Lane display Steering icon

Situation

Lane departure prevention

function is operating for the

side which the lane display is

illuminated

Green

Lane departure alert func-

tion/lane departure prevention

function is operating for the

side which the lane display is

flashing

Yellow

Flashing

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5-5. Using the driving support systems

●The proactive driving assist is

PDA (Proactive driv-

ing assist)

not a system which reduces the

amount of attention necessary

for safe driving. Even if the sys-

tem is operating correctly, the

surrounding conditions as rec-

ognized by the driver and

detected by the system may dif-

fer. It is necessary for the driver

to pay attention, assess risks,

and ensure safety. Over-reli-

ance on this system to drive the

vehicle safely may lead to an

accident resulting in death or

serious injury.

When a detectable object

(P.321) is detected, the

proactive driving assist

operates the brakes and

steering wheel to help pre-

vent the vehicle from

approaching too close to

the object.

●Proactive driving assist is not a

system which allows for inatten-

tive driving and is not a system

which assists in poor visibility

conditions. The driver is solely

responsible for paying attention

to their surroundings and driving

safely.

WARNING

■For safe use

Driving safely is solely the respon-

sibility of the driver.

●The proactive driving assist is

designed to provide some

assistance for regular braking

and steering operations, as well

as helping to prevent the vehicle

from approaching too close to a

detectable object. However, the

scope of this assistance is lim-

ited.

■When turning proactive driv-

ing assist off

●Situations in which the sensors

may not operate properly:

P.323

●When it is necessary to disable

the system: P.284

The driver should perform brake

and steering operations as neces-

sary. Read the following items

carefully. Do not overly rely on the

proactive driving assist and

always drive carefully. (P.323)

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System operating conditions and detectable objects

According to the driving conditions, the operation and detectable

objects of the proactive driving assist will change as follows.

Detectable

objects

Function

Conditions

Operation

Assistance with

some brake oper-

ations is pro-

A detectable

 Pedestrians

 Bicyclists

object is detected vided in order to

crossing the road reduce the possi-

bility of a colli-

sion.

Assistance with

some brake and

steering wheel

operations are

provided accord-

ing to the sur-

rounding

conditions to help

prevent the vehi-

cle from

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Obstacle Antici-

pation Assist

(OAA)

A detectable

 Pedestrians

 Bicyclists

 Parked vehicles

object is detected

approaching too

on the side of the

road

close to a

detected object.

Assistance with

steering wheel

operations is pro-

vided within a

range that the

vehicle will not

deviate from its

current lane.

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Detectable

objects

Function

Conditions

Operation

The vehicle is

A preceding vehi- gently deceler-

cle or an adjacent ated so that the  Preceding vehi-

vehicle cutting in vehicle-to-vehi- cles

front of the vehi- cle distance will  Motorcycles

cle is detected

not be exces-

sively short.

Deceleration

Assist (DA)

The vehicle is

gently deceler-

ated if the vehicle

A curve is

detected ahead of speed is deter- None

the vehicle

mined to be too

high for the curve

ahead.

The system antic-

ipates the driver’s

operation and

supports the

operation of the

steering wheel.

Steering Assist

(SA)

Lane is detected

None

Approximately 5 to 80 mph (10 to

140 km/h)

■Vehicle speeds at which the

system can operate

■System operation will be can-

celed when

●Detectable object crossing the

road assistance

●In the following situations, system

operation will be canceled:

• When the dynamic radar cruise

control or cruise control is operat-

ing

Approximately 20 to 35 mph (30 to

60 km/h)

●Detectable object on the side of

the road assistance

• When the PCS is off

Approximately 20 to 35 mph (30 to

60 km/h)

• Situations in which some or all of

the functions of the system cannot

operate: P.291

• When the P, R or N shift position

is selected

●Preceding vehicle deceleration

assistance

Approximately 15 mph (20 km/h) or

more

●In the following situations, the

brake operation assist will be can-

celed:

• Approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) or

less

• When a certain vehicle speed has

been reached, as judged by the

system, according to the sur-

●Curve deceleration assistance

Approximately 15 mph (20 km/h) or

more

●Steering assist within a lane

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rounding conditions

●When passing through a place

with a low structure above the

road (tunnel with a low ceiling,

traffic sign, signboard, etc.)

●In the following situations, system

operation may be canceled:

• When the brake control or output

restriction control of a driving sup-

port system operates (For exam-

ple: PCS, drive-start control)

• When the system determines that

a detected object has moved

away from the vehicle

●When driving on snowy, icy, or

rutted roads

●When a detectable object is

approaching your vehicle

• When lane lines can no longer be

detected

●When your vehicle or a detect-

able object is wandering

• When the brake pedal has been

depressed

●When the movement of a

detectable object changes

(change in direction, sudden

acceleration or deceleration,

etc.)

• When the accelerator pedal has

been depressed

• When the steering wheel has

been operated with more than a

certain amount of force

• When the turn signal lever is oper-

ated to the left/right turn position

●When suddenly approaching a

detectable object

●When a preceding vehicle or

motorcycle is not directly in front

of your vehicle

WARNING

5

■Situations in which the sys-

tem may not operate properly

●When there is a structure above

a detectable object

●Situations in which the lane may

not be detected: P.291

●When part of a detectable

object is hidden by another

object (large luggage, umbrella,

guardrail, etc.)

●When a detectable object stops

immediately before entering the

path of the vehicle

●When multiple detectable

●When passing extremely close

to a detectable object behind a

guardrail, fence, etc.

objects are overlapping

●When a bright light, such as the

sun or headlights of another

vehicle, is reflecting off of the

detectable object

●When changing lanes while

overtaking a detectable object

●When passing a detectable

object that is changing lanes or

turning left/right

●When the detectable object is

white and looks extremely bright

●When the color or brightness of

the detectable object causes it

to blend in with its surroundings

●When there are objects (guard-

rails, power poles, trees, walls,

fences, poles, traffic cones,

mailboxes, etc.) in the surround-

ing area

●When a detectable object cuts

in front of or emerges from

beside a vehicle

●When there are patterns or a

painting ahead of the vehicle

that may be mistaken for a

detectable object

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●When the lane width is 13.1 ft.

WARNING

(4 m) or more

●When approaching a vehicle

ahead which is perpendicular or

at an angle to the vehicle, or is

facing the vehicle

●When the lane width is 8.2 ft.

(2.5 m) or less

●When the vehicle has not been

driven for a certain amount of

time after the hybrid system was

started

●If a parked vehicle is perpendic-

ular or at an angle to the vehicle

●When a bicycle is a child sized

bicycle, is carrying a large load,

is carrying an extra passenger,

or has an unusual shape (bicy-

cles equipped with a child seat,

tandem bicycles, etc.)

●While turning left or right or a

few seconds after turning left or

right

●While changing lanes or a few

seconds after changing lanes

●When a pedestrian or bicyclist is

shorter than approximately 3.2

ft. (1 m) or taller than approxi-

mately 6.5 ft. (2 m)

●When entering a curve, driving

around a curve and a few sec-

onds after driving around a

curve

●When the silhouette of a pedes-

trian or bicyclist is unclear (such

as when they are wearing a

raincoat, long skirt, etc.)

Changing proactive driv-

ing assist settings

●When a pedestrian or bicyclist is

bending forward or squatting

 The proactive driving assist

can be enabled/disabled

through a customize setting.

(P.627)

●When a pedestrian or bicyclist is

moving at high speed

●When a pedestrian is pushing a

stroller, wheelchair, bicycle or

other vehicle

 The settings of the proactive

driving assist can be changed

through customize settings.

(P.627)

●When a detectable object

blends in with the surrounding

area, such as when it is dim (at

dawn or dusk) or dark (at night,

in a tunnel, etc.)

System operation display

Depending on the situation, the following indicators or icons will be

displayed.

Some icons cannot be displayed unless the display is changed to

the driving safety support function information screen.

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Icon

Meaning

 White: Monitoring for detectable

objects

 Green: Detectable object crossing

the road or detectable object on

the side of the road assistance

operating

A pedestrian has been detected as

crossing the road or on the side of

the road and brake or steering assis-

tance is operating

A vehicle has been detected on the

side of the road and brake or steer-

ing operation assistance is being

performed

5

 Steering operation assistance is

being performed to prevent the

vehicle from approaching too close

to a detectable object on the side

of the road

 When the steering assist is operat-

ing

Preceding vehicle deceleration

assistance is being performed

Warning to maintain appropriate

vehicle-to-vehicle distance

Curve deceleration assistance is

being performed

system detects that the steering

wheel is held, the warning will be

canceled. When using the system,

make sure to grip the steering wheel

firmly, regardless of whether the

warning is operating or not.

■Hands off steering wheel warn-

ing operation

In the following situations, a mes-

sage urging the driver to grip the

steering wheel and the icon shown

in the illustration will be displayed on

the display to warn the driver. If the

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FCTA (Front Cross

*

Traffic Alert)

*

: If equipped

When approaching an inter-

section, etc., at a low speed,

vehicles approaching from

the left and right of the front

of the vehicle can be

●When assistance to a detectable

object crossing the road or assis-

tance to a detectable object on the

side of the road is performed and

the system determines the driver

is not holding the steering wheel

detected and the driver

informed of these vehicles.

If no operations are detected for a

certain amount of time, a buzzer will

sound, the warning will operate.

This warning may also operate if the

driver only operates steering wheel

a small amount continuously.

FCTA system control

 When the system detects a

vehicle approaching from the

left or right in front of your

vehicle when approaching an

intersection, a notification will

be displayed.

■Warning operation after preced-

ing vehicle deceleration assis-

tance has ended

After preceding vehicle decelera-

tion assistance has ended, if the

driver does not operate the brake

pedal or accelerator pedal and the

vehicle approaches the preceding

vehicle, the display will flash and a

buzzer will sound to urge the driver

to decelerate. If the system deter-

mines that the driver is operating the

brake pedal or accelerator pedal,

the warning will be canceled.

 When the system determines

that your vehicle may be

about to enter an intersection

even though a vehicle is

approaching from the left or

right in front of your vehicle, a

buzzer will sound and a mes-

sage will be displayed to urge

you to depress the brake

pedal.

• Multi-information display

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your vehicle

●The accelerator pedal is not being

strongly depressed

●The brake pedal is not being

strongly depressed

■Situations in which the system

may operate even though no

vehicles are approaching

In certain situations, such as the fol-

lowing, the system may operate

even though no vehicles are

approaching:

WARNING

■For safe use

●When approaching objects on the

roadside, such as guardrails, traf-

fic signs, utility poles, street lights,

trees, tall grass, walls, etc.

Driving safely is solely the respon-

sibility of the driver. Pay careful

attention to the surrounding con-

ditions in order to ensure safe

driving. The FCTA system is a

supplementary system that

informs the driver of vehicles

approaching from the left and

right of the front of the vehicle.

●When passing an object on the

side of the road, such as a parked

vehicle

●When a vehicle or pedestrian is

approaching from the left or right

in front of your vehicle in the dis-

tance

5

Over-reliance on this system may

lead to an accident resulting in

death or serious injury. The

details of the warning display may

differ from the actual traffic condi-

tions. Although the warning dis-

play will stop being displayed after

a certain amount of time, this

does not necessarily indicate that

there are no longer any vehicles

or pedestrians around your vehi-

cle.

●When a vehicle or pedestrian is

moving within a parking spot, etc.,

next to the lane your vehicle is in

●When a pedestrian or bicyclist is

approaching on a sidewalk

●When a vehicle or pedestrian is

moving away from your vehicle

●When an approaching vehicle is

decelerating or stops

●When an approaching vehicle

makes a left/right turn immediately

in front of your vehicle

■FCTA system operating condi-

tions

●When a pedestrian is approaching

your vehicle

The system will operate when all of

the following conditions are met:

●When an oncoming vehicle makes

a right/left turn

●A shift position other than P or R is

selected

●When your vehicle enters an inter-

section before a vehicle

approaching from the left or right

in front of your vehicle

●The vehicle speed is approxi-

mately 10 mph (15 km/h) or less

●A vehicle is approaching from the

left or right in front of your vehicle

at a speed between approximately

7 to 37 mph (10 to 60 km/h)

●When stopped at traffic light and a

vehicle approaches from the left

or right in front of your vehicle

●There are no vehicles in front of

●When making a left/right turn in

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front of an approaching vehicle

●Situations in which the sensors

may not operate properly: P.289

●Situations in which some or all of

the functions of the system cannot

operate: P.291

Changing FCTA settings

 The FCTA can be

enabled/disabled through a

●When an oncoming vehicle

approaches and passes

customize setting. (P.627)

●When being overtaken by another

vehicle

 The following settings of the

FCTA can be changed

through customize settings.

(P.627)

●When driving next to another vehi-

cle or a pedestrian

●When a vehicle or pedestrian

approaches the side of your vehi-

cle

■Situations in which the system

may not operate properly

In situations such as the following, a

vehicle may not be detected by a

front side radar sensor and the sys-

tem may not operate properly:

●If an approaching vehicle moves

suddenly (sudden steering, accel-

eration, deceleration, etc.)

●If a vehicle is approaching from

the left or right of the front of your

vehicle diagonally

●When a vehicle is approaching

from the left or right in front of your

vehicle in the distance

●When there is an object between

your vehicle and an approaching

vehicle

●When several vehicles are

approaching with little space

between them

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5-5. Using the driving support systems

detects a sign or information

of a sign is available from the

navigation system, the sign

will be displayed on the dis-

play.

RSA (Road Sign

*

Assist)

*

: If equipped

The RSA system detects

specific road signs using

the front camera and/or nav-

igation system (when speed

limit information is avail-

able) and warns the driver

via displays and buzzers.

 Multiple signs can be dis-

played.

Depending on the specifications of

the vehicle, the number of dis-

played signs may be limited.

■Operating conditions of sign

display

WARNING

Signs will be displayed when the fol-

lowing conditions are met:

■For safe use

●Driving safely is solely the

responsibility of the driver. Pay

careful attention to the sur-

rounding conditions in order to

ensure safe driving.

●The system has detected a sign

In the following situations, a dis-

played sign may stop being dis-

played:

5

●When a new sign has not been

detected for a certain distance

●Do not rely solely upon the

RSA. The RSA assists the

driver by providing road sign

information, but it is not a

replacement for the driver’s own

vision and awareness. Driving

safely is solely the responsibility

of the driver. Pay careful atten-

tion to the surrounding condi-

tions in order to ensure safe

driving.

●When the system determines that

the road being driven on has

changed, such as after a left or

right turn

■Situations in which the display

function may not operate prop-

erly

In the following situations, the RSA

system may not operate properly

and may not detect signs or may

display the incorrect sign. However,

this does not indicate a malfunction.

■Situations in which the RSA

should not be used

When it is necessary to disable

the system: P.284

●When a sign is dirty, faded, tilted

or bent

■Situations in which the sys-

tem may not operate properly

●When the contrast of an electronic

sign is low

●Situations in which the sensors

may not operate properly:

P.289

●When all or part of a sign is hidden

by a tree, utility pole, etc.

●When a sign is detected by the

front camera for a short amount of

time

Display Function

●When the driving state (turning,

changing lanes, etc.) is judged

incorrectly

 When the front camera

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●When a sign is immediately after a

freeway junction or in an adjacent

lane just before merging

■Operating conditions of the

notification functions

●Excess speed notification function

●When stickers are attached to the

rear of a preceding vehicle

This function will operate when the

following condition is met:

• A speed limit road sign is recog-

nized by the system.

●When a sign similar to a system

compatible sign is detected as a

system compatible sign

●When a speed limit sign for a

frontage road is within detection

range of the front camera

●No entry notification function

This function will operate when all of

the following conditions are met:

• More than one no entry road signs

are recognized by the system

simultaneously.

• The vehicle is passing between no

entry road signs recognized by the

system.

●When driving around a round-

about

●When a sign intended for trucks,

etc. is detected

●When the navigation system map

data is out of date

●When the navigation system can-

not be used

Types of road signs sup-

ported

In this case, the speed limit signs

displayed on the multi-information

display and navigation system dis-

play may differ.

 The following types of road

signs can be displayed.

However, non-standard or recently

introduced traffic signs may not be

displayed.

Notification function

In the following situations, the

RSA system will output a warn-

ing to notify the driver.

Speed limit

 If the vehicle speed exceeds

the speed warning threshold

of the speed limit sign dis-

played on the display, the

sign display will be empha-

sized and a buzzer will sound.

Do Not Enter

No U-turn

 When the RSA system

detects a do not enter sign

and determines that the vehi-

cle has entered a no-entry

area, the do not enter sign

displayed on the display will

flash and a buzzer will sound.

No Turn On Red

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Dynamic radar cruise

control

Stop

This dynamic radar cruise

control detects the pres-

ence of vehicles ahead,

determines the current vehi-

cle-to-vehicle distance, and

operates to maintain a suit-

able distance from the vehi-

cle ahead. The desired

vehicle-to-vehicle distance

can be set by operating the

vehicle-to-vehicle distance

switch.

Yield

Warning

 Depending on the specifica-

tions of the vehicle, signs may

be displayed overlapping.

Changing RSA settings

 The following settings of the

RSA can be changed through

customize settings. (P.628)

Use the dynamic radar

cruise control only on high-

ways and expressways.

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WARNING

■For safe use

●Driving safely is solely the

responsibility of the driver. Do

not overly rely on this system,

and pay careful attention to the

surrounding conditions in order

to ensure safe driving.

●The dynamic radar cruise con-

trol provides driving assistance

to reduce the driver’s burden.

However, there are limitations

to the assistance provided.

Read the following items care-

fully. Do not overly rely on this

system and always drive care-

fully.

Conditions under which the sys-

tem may not operate correctly:

P.337

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The dynamic radar cruise control

WARNING

determines whether the distance

between the driver’s own vehicle

and a designated preceding vehi-

cle 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.

●Set the speed appropriately

according to the speed limit,

traffic flow, road conditions,

weather conditions, etc. The

driver is responsible for confirm-

ing the set speed.

●Even if the system is operating

correctly, the condition of a pre-

ceding vehicle as recognized by

the driver and detected by the

system may differ. Therefore, it

is necessary for the driver to

pay attention, assess risks, and

ensure safety. Over-reliance on

this system to drive the vehicle

safely may lead to an accident

resulting in death or serious

injury.

●Details of support provided for

the driver’s operation

The dynamic radar cruise control

does not include functions which

will prevent or avoid collisions

with vehicles ahead of your vehi-

cle. Therefore, if there is ever any

possibility of danger, the driver

must take immediate and direct

control of the vehicle and act

appropriately in order to ensure

safety.

■Precautions for the driving

assist systems

Observe the following precau-

tions, as there are limitations to

the assistance provided by the

system. Over-reliance on this sys-

tem may lead to an accident

resulting in death or serious

injury.

■Situations in which the

dynamic radar cruise control

should not be used

Do not use the dynamic radar

cruise control in the following situ-

ations. As the system will not be

able to provide appropriate con-

trol, using it may lead to an acci-

dent resulting in death or serious

injury.

●Details of support provided for

the driver’s vision

The dynamic radar cruise control

is only intended to help the driver

in determining the distance

between the driver’s own vehicle

and a designated preceding vehi-

cle. It is not a system which allows

for careless or inattentive driving,

and is not a system which assists

in poor visibility conditions.

●Roads where there are pedes-

trians, cyclists, etc.

●When driving on a highway or

expressway entrance or exit

●When the approach warning

sounds frequently

The driver must pay attention to

their surroundings, even when the

vehicle stops.

●Situations in which the sensors

may not operate properly:

P.289

●Details of support provided for

the driver’s judgement

●Situations in which the lane may

not be detected: P.291

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Basic functions

5

A

Constant speed cruising

When there are no vehicles ahead

The vehicle drives at the speed set by the driver.

If the set vehicle speed is exceeded while driving down a hill, the set vehicle

speed display will blink and a buzzer will sound.

B

Deceleration and follow-up cruising

When a preceding vehicle driving slower than the set vehicle

speed is detected

When a vehicle is detected driving ahead of your vehicle, the vehicle auto-

matically decelerates and if a greater reduction in vehicle speed is neces-

sary, the brakes are applied (the stop lights will come on at this time). The

vehicle is controlled to maintain the vehicle-to-vehicle distance set by the

driver, in accordance with changes in the speed of the preceding vehicle. If

vehicle deceleration is not sufficient and the vehicle approaches the vehicle

ahead, the approach warning will sound.

C

Acceleration

When there are no longer any preceding vehicles driving slower

than the set vehicle speed

The vehicle accelerates until the set vehicle speed is reached and then

resumes constant speed cruising.

D

Starting off

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If a preceding vehicle stops, the vehicle will also stop (controlled

stop). After the preceding vehicle starts off, pressing the “RES”

switch or depressing the accelerator pedal will resume follow-up

cruising (start off operation). If a start off operation is not performed,

the controlled stop will continue.

Vehicles with Traffic Jam Assist: While driving on a highway or

expressway, if a preceding vehicle stops, your vehicle will stop

accordingly. On some highways and expressways, if the system

determines that the preceding vehicle starts off within approximately

3 minutes of stopping, a buzzer will sound and a message will be

displayed on the multi-information display to notify the driver, and

your vehicle will start off accordingly following the preceding vehicle.

(Extended resume time)

A

Driving assist mode select

switch

System components

■ Meter display

B

C

D

E

F

Driving assist switch

“+” switch/“RES” switch

“-” switch

Cancel switch

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance

switch

Using the dynamic radar

cruise control

A

Multi-information display

B

Set vehicle speed

■ Setting the vehicle speed

C

Indicators

1 Press the driving assist mode

select switch to select

dynamic radar cruise control.

■ Switches

The dynamic radar cruise control

B

C

F

D

E

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indicator will illuminate.

1 Increase set vehicle speed

2 Decrease set vehicle speed

2 Using the accelerator pedal,

accelerate or decelerate to

the desired vehicle speed

(approximately 20 mph [30

km/h] or more), and press the

driving assist switch to set

the set vehicle speed.

Short press adjustment: Press the

switch

Long press adjustment: Press and

hold the switch until the desired set

vehicle speed is reached.

The set vehicle speed will

increase or decrease as follows:

The set vehicle speed will be dis-

played on the multi-information dis-

play.

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 For the U.S. mainland, Hawaii

and Puerto Rico

The vehicle speed at the moment

the switch is released will be the set

vehicle speed.

Short press adjustment:

Increases or decreases by 1

mph (1.6 km/h) each time the

switch is pressed

Long press adjustment:

Increases or decreases in 1

mph (1.6 km/h) increments con-

tinuously while the switch is

pressed and held

 Except for the U.S. mainland,

Hawaii and Puerto Rico

■ Adjusting the set vehicle

speed

Short press adjustment: By 0.6

mph (1 km/h) or 1.6 km/h (1

mph) each time the switch is

pressed

 Adjusting the set vehicle

speed using the switches

To change the set vehicle

speed, press the “+” switch or “-”

switch until the desired speed is

displayed.

Long press adjustment:

Increases or decreases in 3.1

mph (5 km/h) or 8 km/h (5 mph)

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increments continuously while

the switch is pressed and held

 Increasing the set vehicle

speed using the accelerator

pedal

1 Depress the accelerator

pedal to accelerate the vehi-

cle to the desired vehicle

speed.

Illus- Vehicle-

tration to-vehi- Distance (Vehi-

Num- cle dis- cle Speed: 60

tance mph [100 km/h])

Approximate

2 Press the “+” switch.

■ Canceling/resuming control

ber

1 Press the cancel switch or

driving assist switch to cancel

control.

Extra

long

Approximately

200 ft. (60 m)

1

Approximately

145 ft. (45 m)

2

3

4

Long

Medium

Short

Control will also be canceled if the

brake pedal is depressed.

(If the vehicle has been stopped by

system control, depressing the

brake pedal will not cancel control.)

Approximately

100 ft. (30 m)

Approximately

85 ft. (25 m)

The actual vehicle-to-vehicle

distance varies in accordance

with the vehicle speed. Also,

when the vehicle is stopped by

system control, it will be stopped

at a certain distance from the

preceding vehicle, depending on

the situation, regardless of the

setting.

2 Press the “RES” switch to

resume control.

■ Changing the vehicle-to-

vehicle distance

■Operating conditions

Each time the switch is pressed,

the vehicle-to-vehicle distance

setting will change as follows:

●The D shift position is selected.

●The desired set speed can be set

when the vehicle speed is approx-

imately 20 mph (30 km/h) or more.

• If the vehicle speed is set while

driving at below approximately 20

mph (30 km/h), the set vehicle

speed will be approximately 20

mph (30 km/h).

If a preceding vehicle is

detected, the preceding vehicle

A

mark

will be displayed.

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• If the vehicle speed is set while

• The driver’s seat belt is unfas-

tened

• The driver’s door is opened

• Approximately 3 minutes have

elapsed since the vehicle was

stopped

driving at a speed that exceeds

the system’s upper limit, the set

vehicle speed will be the system’s

upper limit.

■Accelerating after setting the

vehicle speed

The parking brake may be actived

automatically.

As with normal driving, acceleration

can be performed by depressing the

accelerator pedal. After accelerat-

ing, the vehicle will return to the set

vehicle speed. However, while in

vehicle-to-vehicle distance control

mode, the vehicle speed may

decrease to below the set vehicle

speed in order to maintain the dis-

tance from the preceding vehicle.

●Situations in which some or all of

the functions of the system cannot

operate: P.291

■Dynamic radar cruise control

system warning messages and

buzzers

For safe use: P.284

■Preceding vehicles that the sen-

sor may not detect correctly

■When the vehicle is stopped by

system control during follow-up

cruising

In the following situations, depend-

ing on the conditions, if the system

cannot provide sufficient decelera-

tion or acceleration is necessary,

operate the brake pedal or accelera-

tor pedal.

●When the “RES” switch is pressed

while the vehicle is stopped by

system control, if the preceding

vehicle starts off within approxi-

mately 3 seconds, follow-up cruis-

ing will resume.

5

As the sensor may not be able to

correctly detect these types of vehi-

cles, the approach warning

(P.338) may not operate.

●When a vehicle cuts in front of

your vehicle or changes lanes

away from your vehicle extremely

slowly or quickly

●If the preceding vehicle starts off

within approximately 3 seconds of

the vehicle being stopped by sys-

tem control, follow-up cruising will

resume.

■Automatic cancellation of vehi-

cle-to-vehicle distance control

mode

●When changing lanes

●When a preceding vehicle is driv-

ing at a low speed

In the following situations, vehicle-

to-vehicle distance control mode will

be canceled automatically:

●When a vehicle is stopped in the

same lane as the vehicle

●When the brake control or output

restriction control of a driving sup-

port system operates

●When a motorcycle is traveling in

the same lane as the vehicle

(For example: Pre-Collision Sys-

tem, drive-start control)

■Conditions under which the

system may not operate cor-

rectly

●When the parking brake has been

operated

In the following situations, operate

the brake pedal (or accelerator

pedal, depending on the situation)

as necessary.

●When the vehicle is stopped by

system control on a steep incline

●When any of the following are

detected while the vehicle is

stopped by system control:

As the sensor may not be able to

correctly detect a vehicle, the sys-

tem may not operate properly.

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●When a preceding vehicle brakes

suddenly

■ Warnings may not occur

when

●When changing lanes at low

speeds, such as in a traffic jam

In the following situations, the

warning may not operate even

though the vehicle-to-vehicle

distance is short.

■Conditions for extended

resume time (Vehicles with

Traffic Jam Assist)

Extended resume time is activated

when all of the following conditions

are satisfied:

 When the preceding vehicle is

traveling at the same speed

or faster than your vehicle

●The connected service that

Toyota provides is subscribed to.

Contact your Toyota dealer for

details.

 When the preceding vehicle is

traveling at an extremely low

speed

●The vehicle is driving on a vehicle-

only road, such as an express-

way.

 Immediately after the vehicle

speed has been set

●There is a preceding vehicle and

the system is able to detect it.

 When the accelerator pedal is

depressed

●No vehicle interruptions occur.

●The preceding vehicle has not

been replaced.

Curve speed reduction

function

●Clearance sonar and FCTA are

not detecting the object in front of

you.

When a curve is detected, the

vehicle speed will begin being

reduced. When the curve ends,

the vehicle speed reduction will

end.

●The driver monitor judges that the

driver is looking forward.

●The steering wheel has not been

operated.

●The brake pedal has not been

operated.

Depending on the situation, the

vehicle speed will then return to the

set vehicle speed.

Approach warning

In situations where the vehicle

approaches a preceding vehicle

and the system cannot provide

sufficient deceleration, such as

if a vehicle cuts in front of the

vehicle, a warning display will

flash and a buzzer will sound to

alert the driver. Depress the

brake pedal to ensure appropri-

ate vehicle-to-vehicle distance.

In situations where vehicle-to-vehi-

cle distance control needs to oper-

ate, such as when a preceding

vehicle cuts in front of your vehicle,

the curve speed reduction function

will be canceled.

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erate up to the set speed to

assist in overtaking.

The system’s recognition of

which lane is the passing lane

may be based solely on the

location of the steering wheel in

the vehicle (left-hand drive/right-

hand drive). If the vehicle is

driven in a location where the

passing lane is on the opposite

side of that where the vehicle

was originally sold, the vehicle

may accelerate when the turn

signal lever is operated away

from the passing lane. (e.g. The

vehicle was manufactured for a

right-hand traffic location, but is

being driven in a left-hand traffic

location. The vehicle may accel-

erate when the turn signal lever

is operated to the right.)

■Situations in which the curve

speed reduction function may

not operate

In situations such as the following,

the curve speed reduction function

may not operate:

●When the vehicle is being driven

around a gentle curve

●When the accelerator pedal is

being depressed

●When the vehicle is being driven

around an extremely short curve

5

Driver Monitor support

function (if equipped)

If your vehicle is being driven at

approximately 50 mph (80 km/h)

or more and the lane is changed

to that with a vehicle traveling

slower than your vehicle, when

the turn signal lever is operated

the vehicle will gradually decel-

erate to assist in changing

lanes.

While a warning of the driver

monitor is being displayed, the

vehicle acceleration will be

restrained.

When the warning of the driver

monitor disappears, the restrained

acceleration control will end.

Support for lane change

Changing Dynamic radar

cruise control settings

If your vehicle is being driven at

approximately 50 mph (80 km/h)

or more and a lane change to

the passing lane is performed,

when the turn signal lever is

operated and the lane is

The settings of Dynamic radar

cruise control can be changed

through customize settings.

(P.628)

changed, the vehicle will accel-

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Display and system operation state

The operating state of Dynamic radar cruise control is indicated.

Indicator

Multi-information display

Situation

Dynamic

Vehicle-to-vehicle

distance setting:

Gray

radar cruise

control being

OFF

White

Vehicle-to-vehicle

distance setting:

Blue

Constant

speed cruis-

ing

Green

Set vehicle speed:

Green

Vehicle-to-vehicle

distance setting:

Blue

Follow-up

cruising

Set vehicle speed:

Green

Preceding vehicle:

White

Vehicle-to-vehicle

distance setting: Yel-

low flashing

Approach

warning

Set vehicle speed:

Green

Preceding vehicle:

Yellow flashing

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Indicator

Multi-information display

Vehicle-to-vehicle

Situation

distance setting:

Gray

Accelerating

with the

accelerator

pedal

Set vehicle speed:

White

Green

Preceding vehicle:

Gray

Set vehicle speed: Set vehicle

Green in reverse

display

speed being

exceeded

Green

Vehicle-to-vehicle

distance setting:

Gray

Vehicle in

Set vehicle speed: controlled

White

5

stop

Green

Preceding vehicle:

Gray

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5-5. Using the driving support systems

Vehicle speed may exceed the

set speed when driving down a

steep hill.

The vehicle can be driven at

a set speed even if the

accelerator pedal is not

depressed.

●When it is necessary to disable

the system: P.284

System Components

Use the cruise control only

on highways and express-

ways.

■ Meter display

WARNING

■For safe use

●Driving safely is solely the

responsibility of the driver.

Therefore, do not overly rely on

this system. The driver is solely

responsible for paying attention

to the vehicle’s surroundings

and driving safely.

A

Set vehicle speed

●Set the speed appropriately

according to the speed limit,

traffic flow, road conditions,

weather conditions, etc. The

driver is responsible for confirm-

ing the set speed.

B

Cruise control indicator

■ Switches

■Situations in which cruise

control should not be used

Do not use the cruise control in

the following situations. As the

system will not be able to provide

appropriate control, using it may

lead to an accident resulting in

death or serious injury.

●On roads with sharp bends

●On winding roads

A

Driving assist mode select

switch

B

●On slippery roads, such as

those covered with rain, ice or

snow

Driving assist switch

C

“+” switch / “RES” switch

D

●On steep downhills, or where

there are sudden changes

between sharp up and down

gradients

“-” switch

E

Cancel switch

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desired speed is displayed.

Using the cruise control

■ Setting the vehicle speed

1 Press the driving assist mode

select switch to select cruise

control.

The cruise control indicator will illu-

minate.

1 Increase set vehicle speed

2 Decrease set vehicle speed

The set vehicle speed will increase

or decrease as follows:

Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6

km/h) or 1 km/h (0.6 mph) each

time the switch is pressed

Large adjustment: Increases con-

tinuously while the switch is

pressed and held

2 Using the accelerator pedal,

accelerate to the desired

vehicle speed (approxi-

mately 20 mph [30 km/h] or

more), and press the driving

assist switch to set the set

vehicle speed.

5

 Increasing the set vehicle

speed using the accelerator

pedal

1 Depress the accelerator

pedal to accelerate the vehi-

cle to the desired vehicle

speed.

The vehicle speed at the moment

the switch is released will be the set

vehicle speed.

2 Press the “+” switch.

■ Canceling/resuming control

1 Press the cancel switch or

driving assist switch to cancel

control.

Control will also be canceled if the

■ Adjusting the set speed

 Adjusting the set vehicle

speed using the switches

To change the set vehicle speed,

press the “+” or “-” switch until the

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brake pedal is depressed.

control will be canceled automati-

cally:

●When the vehicle speed drops

approximately 10 mph (16 km/h)

or more below the set vehicle

speed

●When the vehicle speed drops

below approximately 20 mph (30

km/h)

●When the brake control or output

restriction control of a driving sup-

port system operates (For exam-

ple: PCS, drive-start control)

2 Press the “RES” switch to

resume control.

●When the parking brake has been

operated

■Automatic cancellation of the

cruise control

●Situations in which some or all of

the functions of the system cannot

operate: P.291

In the following situations, the cruise

Display and system operation state

The operating state of cruise control is indicated.

Indicator

Multi-information display

Blank

Situation

Cruise con-

trol being

OFF

White

Constant

speed cruis-

ing

Set vehicle speed:

Green

Set vehicle speed: Set vehicle

Green in reverse

display

speed being

exceeded

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Emergency Driving

Stop System

WARNING

■For safe use

●Driving safely is solely the

responsibility of the driver. Pay

careful attention to the sur-

rounding conditions in order to

ensure safe driving. The emer-

gency driving stop system is

designed to provide support in

an emergency where it is diffi-

cult for the driver to continue

driving, such as if they have had

a medical emergency. It is not

designed to support driving

while drowsy or in poor physical

health, or inattentive driving.

The emergency driving stop

system is a system which

automatically decelerates

and stops the vehicle within

its lane if the driver

becomes unable to continue

driving the vehicle, such as

if they have suffered a medi-

cal emergency, etc.

During LTA (Lane Tracing

Assist) control, if the sys-

tem does not detect driving

operations, such as if the

driver is not holding the

steering wheel, and deter-

mines the driver is not

responsive, the vehicle will

be decelerated and stopped

within its current lane to

help avoid a collision or

reduce the impact of a colli-

sion.

●Although the emergency driv-

ing stop system is designed to

decelerate the vehicle within its

lane to help avoid or help

reduce the impact of a collision

if the system determines that it

is difficult for the driver to con-

tinue driving, its effectiveness

may change according to vari-

ous conditions. Therefore, it

may not always be able to

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achieve the same level of per-

formance. Also, if the operating

conditions are not met, this

function will not operate.

●After the emergency driving

stop system operates, if driving

becomes possible again, imme-

diately begin driving again or, if

necessary, park the vehicle on

the shoulder of the road and set

a warning reflector and flare to

warn other drivers of your

The vehicle will also decel-

erate/stop during the Traffic

Jam Assist (if equipped)

controls, when no driver’s

response to the vehicle’s

warning to hold the steering

wheel is detected.

stopped vehicle.

●After this system operates, pas-

sengers should attend to the

driver as necessary and take

appropriate hazard prevention

measures, such as moving to a

place where safety can be

ensured, such as the shoulder

of the road or behind a guard-

rail.

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or more

WARNING

During the Traffic Jam Assist con-

●This system detects the condi-

tion of the driver through the

operation of the steering wheel.

This system may operate if the

driver is aware but intentionally

and continuously does not oper-

ate the vehicle. Also, the system

may not operate if it cannot

trols (if equipped), the system may

operate at below 30 mph (50 km/h).

■Operation cancelation condi-

tions

In the following situations, system

operation will be canceled:

determine that the driver is not

responsive, such as if they are

leaning on the steering wheel.

●When LTA control has been can-

celed (the LTA switch has been

pressed, etc.)

●When the dynamic radar cruise

●Situations in which the driver

monitor may not operate prop-

erly: P.291

control has been canceled

●When driver operations are

detected (the steering wheel is

held, the brake pedal, accelerator

pedal, parking brake, emergency

flasher switch, or turn signal lever

is operated)

Summary of the system

Operation of this system is sep-

arated into 4 control states.

Through control state “warning

phase 1” and “warning phase 2”,

the system determines if the

driver is aware and responsive

while outputting a warning and

controlling the vehicle speed. If

the system determines the

driver is not responsive, it will

operate in control state “deceler-

ation stop phase” and “stop hold

phase” and decelerate and stop

the vehicle. It will then operate

continuously in “stop hold

●When the driving assist switch is

pressed while in the stop and hold

phase

●When the power switch has been

turned from ON to off

●Situations in which some or all of

the functions of the system cannot

operate: P.291

■LTA control when operation is

canceled

When emergency driving stop sys-

tem operation is canceled, LTA con-

trol may also be canceled.

Warning phase 1

If driving operations are not

detected after the hands off

steering wheel warning oper-

ates, a buzzer will sound inter-

mittently and a message will be

displayed to warn the driver, and

the system will judge if the driver

is responsive or not. If driving

operations, such as holding the

steering wheel, are not per-

phase”.

■Operating conditions

This system operates when all of

the following conditions are met:

●When the LTA is on

Or during the Traffic Jam Assist (if

equipped) controls

●When the vehicle speed is

approximately 30 mph (50 km/h)

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erate and stop. After the vehicle

stops, the system will enter the

stop and hold phase.

formed within a certain amount

of time, the system will enter

warning phase 2.

Vehicles with a driver monitor

camera: Depending on the type

of detection of the driver’s unre-

sponsiveness, the system may

skip warning phase 1 and start

the control of warning phase 2.

Stop hold phase

After the vehicle is stopped, the

parking brake will be applied

automatically. After entering the

stop and hold phase, the buzzer

will continue sounding continu-

ously and the emergency flash-

ers (hazard lights) will flash to

warn other drivers of the emer-

gency.

Warning phase 2

After entering warning phase 2,

a buzzer will sound in short

intervals and a message will be

displayed to warn the driver, and

the vehicle will slowly deceler-

ate. If driving operations, such

as holding the steering wheel,

are not performed within a cer-

tain amount of time, the system

will determine that the driver is

not responsive and enter the

deceleration stop phase.

■Restricted functions after the

operation is canceled

After shifting to the deceleration

stop phase, the following functions

will not be available until the hybrid

system is re-started even though

the emergency driving stop system

is canceled:

5

●LTA

●LCA (if equipped)

●Traffic Jam Assist (if equipped)

The audio system will be muted

until the driver becomes respon-

sive.

When the vehicle is decelerat-

ing, the brake lights may illumi-

nate, depending on the road

conditions, etc.

Deceleration stop phase

After entering the deceleration

stop phase, a buzzer will sound

continuously and a message will

be displayed to warn the driver,

and the vehicle will slowly decel-

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*

Traffic Jam Assist

Emergency Driving Stop

System

*

: If equipped

P.345

Traffic Jam Assist is a sys-

tem which, through confir-

mation of the conditions by

the driver, provides lane

keeping, accelerating/decel-

erating, stopping, and start-

ing off support on some

highways and express-

ways. Also, in an emer-

gency, the system can

decelerate and stop, to help

avoid a collision or help

reduce the impact of a colli-

sion.

Extended resume time of

dynamic radar cruise con-

trol

P.333

Traffic Jam Assist Func-

tion

The Traffic Jam Assist function,

through confirmation of the con-

ditions by the driver, provides

lane keeping, accelerat-

ing/decelerating and stopping

support on some highways and

expressways.

■Precautions for use

P.289

This function is operable when

all of the operation conditions

are met. When this function is

operating, it is possible to take

your hands off of the steering

wheel.

Sensors that support the

Traffic Jam Assist

 Sensors which detect the sur-

rounding conditions (P.286)

 Sensors which detect the

driver condition (P.286)

Before using the Traffic Jam Assist

function, familiarize yourself with

the content of the dynamic radar

cruise control and the LTA (Lane

Tracing Assist).

■Situations in which some or all

of the functions of the system

cannot operate

P.291

■Changes in brake operation

sound and pedal response

Make sure that the driver steers the

vehicle when entering a service

area/parking area or toll gate, or

when changing lanes.

P.291

■Situations in which the driver

monitor may not operate prop-

erly

■ Driver monitor camera

recording

When the operation of Traffic

P.291

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Jam Assist is started, the follow-

ing message will be displayed:

●As the recognition performance

and control performance of the

Traffic Jam Assist function are

limited, driver operation is nec-

essary to ensure safety while

the system is operating. Also,

the steering assist of this sys-

tem is designed to operate only

for slow steering operations

during a traffic jam. While this

function is operating, the lane

deviation control function of the

LDA will not operate. If, for

some reason, the vehicle is

about to deviate the lane, it is

the driver’s responsibility to

drive properly.

 “Allow Driver Monitor Camera

Recording?”

When recording is approved, the

system records images of the area

around the driver in certain crash or

near crash-like situations, such as

an SRS airbag being deployed or

the vehicle hitting an object on the

road. (P.7)

WARNING

■For safe use

●Even if Traffic Jam Assist is

operating properly, the sur-

rounding conditions as recog-

nized by the driver and detected

by the system may differ. There-

fore, it is necessary for the

driver to pay attention, assess

risks, and ensure safety. Over-

reliance on this system to drive

the vehicle safely may lead to

an accident resulting in death or

serious injury.

●Driving safely is solely the

responsibility of the driver. Do

not overly rely on this system,

and pay careful attention to the

surrounding conditions in order

to ensure safe driving.

5

●The Traffic Jam Assist function

is not an automated driving sys-

tem. This function provides the

driver with information and driv-

ing assistance according to the

road shape and conditions, traf-

fic conditions, and the condition

of the driver themself. Always

pay careful attention to the sur-

rounding conditions as use of

the system is the responsibility

of the driver.

●While the Traffic Jam Assist

function is operating, as driver

operation may become neces-

sary, the driver must ensure

they have clear visibility of their

surroundings.

●In certain situations, a message

urging the driver to hold the

steering wheel may be dis-

played by the Traffic Jam Assist

function. In this case, hold the

steering wheel and drive the

vehicle manually to ensure

safety.

●Depending on the condition of

the surrounding area, the road,

or the driver, the Traffic Jam

Assist function may not operate

or operation may be sus-

pended. Also, it may not always

be able to achieve the same

level of performance. Read the

operating conditions of the func-

tion carefully. Do not overly rely

on this function and always

drive carefully.

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■Situations in which the func-

tion may not operate properly

WARNING

●The Traffic Jam Assist function

cannot detect the following

objects. Operate the steering

wheel, accelerator pedal, or

brake pedal as necessary to

avoid a collision. As the function

will not be able to provide

appropriate control, using it may

lead to an accident resulting in

death or serious injury.

In situations such as the following,

the Traffic Jam Assist function

may not operate properly. Manu-

ally operate the vehicle as neces-

sary.

●When a sensor is splashed by

water

●When the ambient temperature

is high or low

• Objects on the road surface

●When a vehicle cuts in front of

your vehicle

• Vehicles outside of a lane (such

as on the shoulder of the road)

●When another lane merges into

the lane in the same traveling

direction as your vehicle

• Potholes, cracks, ruts, or other

road damage

• Road construction zones

●When driving in low visibility

conditions

• Vehicles running in parallel with

your vehicle or nearby walls

●When the vehicle posture is

changing

• Animals

●When the traction on the road

surface differs greatly between

the left and right side tires

■Situations in which Traffic

Jam Assist Function should

not be used

●When driving on an expressway

with no median strips or when

driving on an expressway

Do not use Traffic Jam Assist

Function in situations such as the

following. As the system will not

be able to provide appropriate

control, using it may lead to an

accident resulting in death or seri-

ous injury.

equipped with temporary

median markers, such as poles.

●When there is a significant dif-

ference in speed between your

vehicle and the other vehicle

■When it is necessary to dis-

able the system

●The map data has not been

updated properly.

P.284

■Situations in which the sen-

sors may not operate prop-

erly

■To prevent malfunction of the

radar sensors

P.286

P.289

■To prevent malfunction of the

■Situations in which the lane

front camera

may not be detected

P.287

P.291

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(Pre-Collision System) is not set

to off.

WARNING

■Front camera installation area

●Customized setting of the dynamic

radar cruise control (re-start time

extension) is not set to off.

on the windshield

P.288

■Temporary cancelation of the

function

■Operating conditions of the

●When the operating conditions are

no longer met, a function may be

temporarily canceled. However,

when the operation conditions are

met again, operation of the func-

tion will automatically be restored.

function

This function is operable when all of

the following conditions are met:

●The system detects lane lines and

the path of preceding or surround-

ing vehicles.

●If the operating conditions of a

function are no longer met while

the function is operating, a buzzer

may sound with a display to indi-

cate that the function has been

temporarily canceled. If no driver’s

responses to the indication are

detected, the driver emergency

stop assist function may operate.

For types of display and action to

be taken, see the page mentioned

below. (P.352)

●The dynamic radar cruise control

and the lane tracing assist are

operating.

●The turn signal lever is not being

operated.

●The vehicle is not being driven

around a sharp curve.

●The vehicle is being driven in the

center of a lane.

5

●The driver monitor camera is

detecting that the driver is facing

front of the vehicle.

■Driving operations during con-

trolled driving:

●Accelerator pedal

●The vehicle is driving in traffic jam

on a highway or expressway at

approximately 25 mph (40 km/h)

or less. (In some situations, such

as when a traffic jam starts, this

function may be operational at

approximately 20 mph (30 km/h)

or less.)

As with normal driving, acceleration

can be performed by depressing the

accelerator pedal. When the accel-

erator pedal is depressed at approx-

imately 10 km/h (6 mph) or more,

this function will be canceled.

●It is necessary to enter a con-

nected services contract, provided

by Toyota, to use these functions.

For details, contact your Toyota

dealer.

●Brake pedal

As with normal driving, deceleration

can be performed by depressing the

brake pedal. However, controlled

driving will be cancelled.

●The driver’s door is closed.

●Steering wheel

●The driver’s seat belt is fastened.

As with normal driving, the steering

wheel can be operated. If the steer-

ing wheel is operated more than a

certain amount, controlled driving

will be cancelled.

●Customized setting of the Traffic

Jam Assist is not set to off.

●Functions and components com-

posing the system are in proper

condition.

●Customized setting of the PCS

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■When a warning message is

displayed

Changing Traffic Jam

Assist settings

●“TrafficJamAsst System Malfunc-

tion Visit Your Dealer”

 The setting of Traffic Jam

Assist can be enabled/dis-

abled through a customize

setting. (P.628)

The Traffic Jam Assist function may

not be operating properly.

●“TrafficJamAsst Unavailable Stop

Assist Activated”

The system temporarily cannot be

used as the driver emergency stop

assist function has operated.

 The setting of driver monitor

camera recording can be

enabled/disabled through a

customize setting. (P.628)

Display and system operation

The following displays indicate the operating status of the Traffic

Jam Assist function:

Action to be

taken

Display

Status

Traffic Jam Assist function is operating



Hold the

steering

wheel.

Traffic Jam Assist function is about to end

Traffic Jam Assist function has ended

Gray

Hold the

steering

wheel.

Orange

Manually

Operation of either or both of dynamic radar operate the

cruise control/LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)

ended

steering

wheel imme-

diately.

Red

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Action to be

taken

Display

Status

The driver

mustoperate

the steering

wheel, accel-

Indicates that driving actions are necessary erator pedal

to cope with cut-in or other behavior of sur- and brake

rounding vehicles

pedal in

Yellow

accordance

with the sur-

rounding

environment.

Indicates that the recording function of the

driver monitor camera is operational (Blinking

of this icon indicates that recording is under- 

going, and constant illumination indicates

ready for recording.)

5

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BSM (Blind Spot Moni-

System components

*

tor)

*

: If equipped

The Blind Spot Monitor is a

system that uses rear side

radar sensors installed on

the inner side of the rear

bumper on the left and right

side to assist the driver in

confirming safety when

changing lanes.

A

Meter control switches

Turning the Blind Spot Monitor

on/off.

WARNING

B

Outside rear view mirror indi-

cators

■Cautions regarding the use of

the system

When a vehicle is detected in a

blind spot of the outside rear view

mirrors or approaching rapidly from

behind into a blind spot, the outside

rear view mirror indicator (P.152)

on the detected side will illuminate.

If the turn signal lever is operated

toward the detected side, the out-

side rear view mirror indicator will

flash and a buzzer will sound.

●The driver is solely responsible

for safe driving. Always drive

safely, taking care to observe

your surroundings.

●The Blind Spot Monitor is a sup-

plementary function which alerts

the driver that a vehicle is in a

blind spot of the outside rear

view mirrors or is approaching

rapidly from behind into a blind

spot. Do not overly rely on the

Blind Spot Monitor. As the func-

tion cannot judge if it is safe to

change lanes, over reliance

could lead to an accident result-

ing in death or serious injury. As

the system may not function

correctly under certain condi-

tions, the driver’s own visual

confirmation of safety is neces-

sary.

C

Driving assist information

indicator

Illuminates when the Blind Spot

Monitor is turned off. At this time, a

message will be displayed on the

multi-information display.

■Outside rear view mirror indica-

tor visibility

In strong sunlight, the outside rear

view mirror indicator may be difficult

to see.

■Buzzer

If the volume setting of the audio

system is high or the surrounding

area is loud, it may be difficult to

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hear the buzzer.

●Do not subject a sensor or its

surrounding area on the rear

bumper to a strong impact.

■Customization

Some functions can be customized.

(P.618)

If a sensor is moved even

slightly off position, the system

may malfunction and vehicles

may not be detected correctly.

In the following situations, have

your vehicle inspected by your

Toyota dealer.

WARNING

■To ensure the system can

operate properly

Blind Spot Monitor sensors are

installed behind the left and right

sides of the rear bumper respec-

tively. Observe the following to

ensure the Blind Spot Monitor can

operate correctly.

• A sensor or its surrounding area

is subject to a strong impact.

• If the surrounding area of a sen-

sor is scratched or dented, or

part of them has become dis-

connected.

●Keep the sensors and the sur-

rounding areas on the rear

bumper clean at all times.

If a sensor or its surrounding

area on the rear bumper is dirty

or covered with snow, the Blind

Spot Monitor may not operate

and a warning message will be

displayed. In this situation, clear

off the dirt or snow and drive the

vehicle with the operation condi-

tions of the BSM function

(P.357) satisfied for approxi-

mately 10 minutes. If the warn-

ing message does not

disappear, have the vehicle

inspected by your Toyota

dealer.

●Do not disassemble the sensor.

●Do not modify the sensor or sur-

rounding area on the rear

bumper.

●If a sensor or the rear bumper

needs to be removed/installed

or replaced, contact your

Toyota dealer.

5

●The sensors are likely to be

affected by paint on the rear

bumper. If the rear bumper is

not repaired correctly, the Blind

Spot Monitor may not operate

with a warning message dis-

played. If any paint repair is

needed, contact your Toyota

dealer.

Turning the Blind Spot

Monitor on/off

The Blind Spot Monitor can be

enabled/disabled through a cus-

tomize setting. (P.618)

●Do not attach accessories,

stickers (including transparent

stickers), aluminum tape, etc. to

a sensor or its surrounding area

on the rear bumper.

When the Blind Spot Monitor is

off, the driving assist information

indicator (P.152) will illumi-

nate and a message will be dis-

played on the multi-information

●Do not paint the surrounding

area of a sensor on the rear

bumper.

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display.

turned to ON, the Blind Spot

Monitor is enabled.

Each time the power switch is

Blind Spot Monitor operation

■ Objects that can be detected while driving

The Blind Spot Monitor uses rear side radar sensors to detect the

following vehicles traveling in adjacent lanes and advises the driver

of the presence of such vehicles via the indicators on the outside

rear view mirrors.

A

Vehicles that are traveling in areas that are not visible using the

outside rear view mirrors (the blind spots)

B

Vehicles that are approaching rapidly from behind in areas that

are not visible using the outside rear view mirrors (the blind spots)

■ Detection range while driving

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

The range of each detection area is:

A

Approximately 1.6 ft. (0.5 m) to 11.5 ft. (3.5 m) from either side of

the vehicle^*1

Approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m) forward of the rear bumper^*2

B

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C

D

Approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) from the rear bumper

Approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) to 230 ft. (70 m) from the rear

bumper^*3

*1

:The area between the side of the vehicle and 1.6 ft. (0.5 m) from the side

of the vehicle cannot be detected.

*2

*3

:While the vehicle is to being overtaken, up to approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m)

forward of the rear bumper will be detected.

:The greater the difference in speed between your vehicle and the

detected vehicle is, the farther away the vehicle will be detected, causing

the outside rear view mirror indicator to illuminate or flash.

■Situations in which the Blind

Spot Monitor cannot detect

vehicles

■ The Blind Spot Monitor

linked function

The LDA (Lane Departure Alert)

has a function that uses infor-

mation of detected vehicles driv-

ing in an adjacent lane. For

The Blind Spot Monitor cannot

detect the following vehicles and

other objects:

●Small motorcycles, bicycles,

*

pedestrians, etc.

details about the function and its

operating conditions, P.313.

5

●Vehicles traveling in the opposite

direction

●Guardrails, walls, signs, parked

vehicles and similar stationary

■The Blind Spot Monitor is oper-

ational when

*

objects

The Blind Spot Monitor is opera-

tional when all of the following con-

ditions are met:

●Following vehicles that are in the

*

same lane

●Vehicles traveling 2 lanes away

*

●The power switch is in ON.

●The Blind Spot Monitor is on.

from your vehicle

●Vehicles which are being over-

*

●The shift position is in a position

other than R.

taken rapidly by your vehicle.

*

●The vehicle speed is approxi-

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

: Depending on the conditions,

detection of a vehicle and/or

object may occur.

■The Blind Spot Monitor will

detect a vehicle when

■Conditions in which a buzzer

may not sound

The Blind Spot Monitor will detect a

vehicle present in the detection area

in the following situations:

In situations such as the following,

while the turn signal lever is being

operated, the indicator will flash but

a buzzer may not sound.

●A vehicle in an adjacent lane over-

takes your vehicle.

●You overtake a vehicle in an adja-

cent lane slowly.

●When a second vehicle is

detected while the turn signal

lever is being held

●Another vehicle enters the detec-

tion area when it changes lanes.

●When overtaking a vehicle in the

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adjacent lane at a much higher

*

rear of the vehicle

• When there is a significant differ-

ence in height between your vehi-

cle and the vehicle that enters the

detection area

speed than it

*

: Depending on the situations, a

buzzer may sound.

• Immediately after the Blind Spot

Monitor is turned on

• When towing with the vehicle

■Conditions under which the

system may not function cor-

rectly

●Instances of the Blind Spot Moni-

tor unnecessarily detecting a vehi-

cle and/or object may increase in

the following situations:

• When the sensor is misaligned

due to a strong impact to the sen-

sor or its surrounding area

• When the distance between your

vehicle and a guardrail, wall, etc.

that enters the detection area is

short

• When driving up and down con-

secutive steep inclines, such as

hills, dips in the road, etc.

• When vehicle lanes are narrow, or

when driving on the edge of a

lane, and a vehicle traveling in a

lane other than the adjacent lanes

enters the detection area

• When driving on roads with sharp

bends, consecutive curves, or

uneven surfaces

• When the tires are slipping or

spinning

• When the distance between your

vehicle and a following vehicle is

short

• When an accessory (such as a

bicycle carrier) is installed to the

rear of the vehicle

●The Blind Spot Monitor may not

detect vehicles correctly in the fol-

lowing situations:

• When the sensor is misaligned

due to a strong impact to the sen-

sor or its surrounding area

• When mud, snow, ice, a sticker,

etc. is covering the sensor or sur-

rounding area on the rear bumper

• When driving on a road surface

that is wet with standing water

during bad weather, such as

heavy rain, snow, or fog

• When multiple vehicles are

approaching with only a small gap

between each vehicle

• When the distance between your

vehicle and a following vehicle is

short

• When there is a significant differ-

ence in speed between your vehi-

cle and the vehicle that enters the

detection area

• When the difference in speed

between your vehicle and another

vehicle is changing

• When a vehicle enters a detection

area traveling at about the same

speed as your vehicle

• As your vehicle starts from a stop,

a vehicle remains in the detection

area

• When towing with the vehicle

• When driving up and down con-

secutive steep inclines, such as

hills, dips in the road, etc.

• When driving on roads with sharp

bends, consecutive curves, or

uneven surfaces

• When vehicle lanes are wide, or

when driving on the edge of a

lane, and the vehicle in an adja-

cent lane is far away from your

vehicle

• When an accessory (such as a

bicycle carrier) is installed to the

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*

Safe Exit Assist

System components

*

: If equipped

The safe exit assist is a sys-

tem that uses rear side

radar sensors installed on

the inner side of the rear

bumper to help occupants

judge if an approaching

vehicle or bicycle may col-

lide with a door when exit-

ing, to help reduce the

A

Multi-information display

Turning the safe exit assist on/off.

possibility of a collision.

If collision with a door is likely and

the door is opened, the door will be

displayed on the multi-information

display. Also, if a door is opened

when an outside rear view mirror

indicator is illuminated, a buzzer

will sound as a warning.

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.

5

B

Outside rear view mirror indi-

cators

●The safe exit assist is a supple-

mentary system that, when the

vehicle is stopped, informs

occupants of the existence of

approaching vehicles and bicy-

cles. As this system alone can-

not be used to judge safety,

over-reliance on this system

may lead to an accident result-

ing in death or serious injury.

When a vehicle or bicycle which

may collide with a door (other than

the back door) when opened is

detected, the outside rear view mir-

ror indicator (P.152) on the

detected side will illuminate. If the

door on the detected side is

opened, the outside rear view mir-

ror indicator will blink.

In certain situations, this system

may not function to its fullest

extent. Therefore it is necessary

for the occupants to visually

check for safety directly and using

the mirrors.

C

Driving assist information

indicator

Illuminates when the safe exit

assist is turned off. At this time, a

message will be displayed on the

multi-information display.

D

Speakers

When the outside rear view mirror

indicator blinks, the driver is

informed through voice guidance

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that the system has operated. After

the notification through voice guid-

ance is made, no more voice guid-

ance notifications will be made

again until the door is fully closed.

tomize setting on the Multimedia

Display and the hybrid system has

been stopped

●When the parking assist volume

setting on the Multimedia Display

has been set to off

*

: For each seating position, judg-

■Outside rear view mirror indica-

tor visibility

ment is made based on the open-

ing and closing of a door, before

driving for ingress and after driv-

ing for egress.

In strong sunlight, the outside rear

view mirror indicator may be difficult

to see.

■Buzzer

■Customization

If the volume setting of the audio

system is high or the surrounding

area is loud, it may be difficult to

hear the buzzer.

Some functions can be customized.

(P.618)

WARNING

■Voice notifications

■To ensure the system can

operate properly

In the following situations, voice

notifications will not be output:

P.355

●When it is estimated that no occu-

*

pants are on board

Turning the safe exit

assist system ON/OFF

●After opening a door and entering

the vehicle, until the hybrid system

is started

The safe exit assist system can

be enabled/disabled through a

customize setting. (P.618)

●When 3 minutes or more have

elapsed since the hybrid system

was stopped

●When the language setting of the

Multimedia Display has been set

to a language that does not sup-

port voice notifications

When the safe exit assist is off,

the driving assist information

indicator will illuminate and a

message will be displayed on

the multi-information display.

●When all of the doors have been

locked from outside the vehicle

●When a door remains open for 1

minute or more after the hybrid

system is stopped

Each time the power switch is

turned to ON, the safe exit

assist is enabled.

●When the ACC mode (P.618)

has been enabled through a cus-

Safe exit assist operation

■ Objects that can be detected by the safe exit assist

When the safe exit assist detects the following vehicles or bicycles

behind your vehicle using a rear side radar sensor, the occupants of

the vehicle are informed through an outside rear view mirror indica-

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tor, buzzer, multi-information display, and voice notification.

A

Vehicle or bicycle which has a high possibility of colliding with a

door (other than the back door) when opened

■ The safe exit assist detection areas

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

5

Approximately 145 ft. (45 m) rearward from the front door^*

A

*

: The faster a vehicle or bicycle is approaching, the distance at which an

outside rear view mirror indicator will illuminate or blink will become fur-

ther.

●Safe exit assist is on

■The safe exit assist is opera-

●The vehicle is stopped.

tional when

●The shift position is in a position

other than R.

The safe exit assist is operational

when all of the following conditions

are met:

■The safe exit assist will detect a

vehicle when

●When the power switch is ON,

less than 3 minutes have elapsed

since the hybrid system was off, or

less than 3 minutes have elapsed

since a door was opened and

someone has entered the vehicle

(the time which operation is possi-

ble may be extended if a door is

opened and closed)

The safe exit assist will detect a

vehicle present in the detection area

in the following situations:

●When the vehicle is stopped and a

vehicle or bicycle, which is travel-

ing parallel to the vehicle, is

approaching within the area that a

door opens (other than the back

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approaches from behind a nearby

parked vehicle

door)

■Conditions under which the

system will not detect a vehicle

• When an approaching vehicle or

bicycle suddenly changes direc-

tion

• Immediately after a vehicle or

bicycle starts moving

●Safe exit assist does not detect

the following objects, vehicles,

and bicycles:

• Vehicles or bicycles which are

*

• When the back door is open

• When a bicycle carrier, ramp, or

other accessory is installed to the

back of the vehicle

• When a parked vehicle, wall, sign,

person or other stationary object

is behind the vehicle

approaching slowly

• Vehicles or bicycles which are

determined to have a low possibil-

ity of colliding with a door (other

*

than the back door) when opened

• Vehicles or bicycles which are

• When the vehicle is stopped at an

angle to the road

*

approaching from directly behind

• Vehicles or bicycles which are

• When a vehicle is traveling near

an approaching vehicle or bicycle

• When an approaching vehicle or

bicycle is traveling along a station-

ary object, such a wall or sign

• When a vehicle or bicycle is

approaching at high speed

• When towing with the vehicle

• When stopped on a steep slope

• When stopped on a curve or at the

exit of a curve

*

approaching from the front

• Guardrails, walls, signs, parked

vehicles, and other stationary

*

objects

*

• Pedestrians, animals, etc.

*

: Depending on the conditions,

detection of a vehicle and/or

object may occur.

●In situations such as the following,

safe exit assist will not operate:

• When 3 minutes or more have

elapsed since the hybrid system

off (the time which operation is

possible may be extended if a

door is opened and closed)

• When your vehicle is not com-

pletely stopped

●Instances of the safe exit assist

unnecessarily detecting a vehicle

and/or object may increase in the

following situations:

• When the sensor is misaligned

due to a strong impact to the sen-

sor or its surrounding area

• When a vehicle or bicycle

approaches from behind your

vehicle at an angle

■Conditions under which the

system may not function cor-

rectly

• When the vehicle is stopped at an

angle to the road

• When a vehicle or bicycle

approaches from behind a parked

vehicle at an angle

• When a parked vehicle, wall, sign,

person or other stationary object

is behind the vehicle

• When an approaching vehicle or

bicycle suddenly changes direc-

tion

• When an approaching vehicle or

bicycle is traveling along a station-

ary object, such a wall or sign

• When the back door is open

• When a bicycle carrier, ramp, or

other accessory is installed to the

●The safe exit assist may not

detect vehicles correctly in the fol-

lowing situations:

• When the sensor is misaligned

due to a strong impact to the sen-

sor or its surrounding area

• When mud, snow, ice, a sticker,

etc. is covering the sensor or sur-

rounding area on the rear bumper

• When driving on a road surface

that is wet with standing water

during bad weather, such as

heavy rain, snow, or fog

• When a vehicle or bicycle

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back of the vehicle

Intuitive park ing

assist

• When a vehicle or bicycle is

approaching at high speed

• When towing with the vehicle

• When stopped on a steep slope

• When stopped on a curve or at the

exit of a curve

The distance from your

vehicle to objects, such as a

wall, when parallel parking

or maneuvering into a

garage is measured by the

sensors and communicated

via the Multimedia Display

and a buzzer. Always check

the surrounding area when

using this system.

System components

■ Types of sensors

5

A

Front corner sensors

B

Front center sensors

C

Rear corner sensors

D

Rear center sensors

Front side sensors^*

E

Rear side sensors^*

F

*

: Vehicles with Advanced Park

■ Display

When the sensors detect an

object, such as a wall, a graphic

is shown on the Multimedia Dis-

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play depending on the position

and distance to the object.

even if the power switch is

turned to ON after the power

switch has been turned off.

Display example:

WARNING

■Cautions regarding the use of

the system

There is a limit to the degree of

recognition accuracy and control

performance that this system can

provide, do not overly rely on this

system. The driver is always

responsible for paying attention to

the vehicle’s surroundings and

driving safely.

A

Front corner sensor detection

■To ensure the system can

operate properly

B

Front center sensor detection

Make sure to observe the follow-

ing precautions. The system may

not operate properly and may

lead to an unexpected accident.

When these precautions cannot

be observed, turn the system off.

C

Rear corner sensor detection

D

Rear center sensor detection

Front side sensor detection^*

Rear side sensor detection^*

E

F

●Do not damage the sensors,

and always keep them clean.

*

: Vehicles with Advanced Park

●Do not attach a sticker or install

an electronic component, such

as a backlit license plate (espe-

cially fluorescent type), fog

lights, fender pole or wireless

antenna near a radar sensor.

Turning the intuitive park-

ing assist on/off

The intuitive parking assist can

be enabled/disabled on

the multi-information display.

(P.166)

of

●Do not subject the surrounding

area of the sensor to a strong

impact. If subjected to an

impact, have the vehicle

inspected by your Toyota

dealer. If the front or rear

bumper needs to be

When the intuitive parking assist

function is disabled, the intuitive

parking assist OFF indicator

(P.152) illuminates.

removed/installed or replaced,

contact your Toyota dealer.

To re-enable the system, select

●Do not modify, disassemble or

paint the sensors.

on the multi-information dis-

play, select the intuitive parking

assist and turn it on. If the sys-

tem is disabled, it will remain off

●Do not attach a license plate

cover.

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If an abnormality is displayed even

though there are no water droplets,

ice, snow or dirt, the sensor may be

operating abnormally. Have the

vehicle inspected by your Toyota

dealer.

WARNING

●Keep your tires properly

inflated.

●A non-genuine Toyota suspen-

sion (lowered suspension, etc.)

is installed.

■If “System Stopped See

Owner’s Manual” is displayed

on the multi-information display

■Notes when washing the vehi-

cle

Water may be continuously flowing

over the sensor surface, such as in

a heavy rain. When the system

determines that it is normal, the sys-

tem will return to normal.

Do not apply intensive bursts of

water or steam to the sensor

area. Doing so may result in the

sensor malfunctioning.

■If “System Malfunction Visit

Your Dealer” is displayed on

the multi-information display

●When using a high pressure

washer to wash the vehicle, do

not spray the sensors directly,

as doing so may cause a sensor

to malfunction.

There may be a sensor or voltage

malfunction. Have the vehicle

inspected by your Toyota dealer.

●When using steam to clean the

vehicle, do not direct steam too

close to the sensors as doing so

may cause a sensor to malfunc-

tion.

■Sensor detection information

●The sensor’s detection areas are

limited to the areas around the

vehicle’s front and rear bumpers.

5

●Certain vehicle conditions and the

surrounding environment may

affect the ability of a sensor to cor-

rectly detect an object.

■The system can be operated

when

●The power switch is in ON.

●Objects may not be detected if

they are too close to the sensor.

●The intuitive parking assist func-

tion is on.

●There will be a short delay

between object detection and dis-

play. Even at low speeds, there is

a possibility that the object will

come within the sensor’s detection

areas before the display is shown

and the warning beep sounds.

●The vehicle speed is less than

about 6 mph (10 km/h).

●The shift position is in a position

other than P.

■If “Parking Assist Unavailable

Sensor Blocked” is displayed

on the multi-information display

●It might be difficult to hear the

buzzer due to the volume of the

audio system or air flow noise of

the air conditioning system.

A sensor may be covered with ice,

snow, dirt, etc. Remove the ice,

snow, dirt, etc., from the sensor to

return the system to normal.

●It may be difficult to hear the

buzzer if buzzers for other sys-

tems are sounding.

Also, due to ice forming on a sensor

at low temperatures, a warning

message may be displayed or the

sensor may not be able to detect an

object. Once the ice melts, the sys-

tem will return to normal.

●If the meter malfunctions, the

buzzer may not sound.

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■Objects which the system may

not properly detect

●When vehicle horns, vehicle

detectors, motorcycle engines, air

brakes of large vehicles, the clear-

ance sonar of other vehicles or

other devices which produce ultra-

sonic waves are near the vehicle.

The shape of the object may pre-

vent the sensor from detecting it.

Pay particular attention to the fol-

lowing objects:

●A sensor is coated with a sheet of

spray or heavy rain.

●Wires, fences, ropes, etc.

●Cotton, snow and other materials

that absorb sound waves

●If objects draw too close to the

sensor.

●Sharply-angled objects

●Low objects

●When a pedestrian is wearing

clothing that does not reflect ultra-

sonic waves (ex. skirts with gath-

ers or frills).

●Tall objects with upper sections

projecting outwards in the direc-

tion of your vehicle

●When objects that are not perpen-

dicular to the ground, not perpen-

dicular to the vehicle traveling

direction, uneven, or waving are in

the detection range.

People may not be detected if they

are wearing certain types of cloth-

ing.

■Situations in which the system

may not operate properly

●When strong winds are blowing.

●When driving in inclement weather

such as fog, snow or a sandstorm.

Certain vehicle conditions and the

surrounding environment may affect

the ability of a sensor to correctly

detect objects. Particular instances

where this may occur are listed

below.

●When an object that cannot be

detected is between the vehicle

and a detected object.

●If an object such as a vehicle,

motorcycle, bicycle or pedestrian

cuts in front of the vehicle or runs

out from the side of the vehicle.

●There is dirt, snow, water drops or

ice on a sensor. (Cleaning the

sensors will resolve this problem.)

●A sensor is frozen. (Thawing the

area will resolve this problem.)

In especially cold weather, if a

sensor is frozen the sensor dis-

play may be displayed abnor-

mally, or objects, such as a wall,

may not be detected.

●If the orientation of a sensor has

been changed due to a collision or

other impact.

●When equipment such as a towing

eyelet, transport hook, bumper

protector, bumper trim, bicycle

carrier or snow-removal device

(snow plow) is installed near the

sensor.

●When a sensor or the area around

a sensor is extremely hot or cold.

●If the front of the vehicle is raised

or lowered due to the carried load.

●If the vehicle cannot be driven in a

stable manner, such as when the

vehicle has been in an accident or

is malfunctioning.

●When tire chains, a compact

spare tire or an emergency tire

puncture repair kit are used.

●On an extremely bumpy road, on

an incline, on gravel, or on grass.

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■Situations in which the system ●When vehicle horns, vehicle

may operate even if there is no

possibility of a collision

detectors, motorcycle engines, air

brakes of large vehicles, the clear-

ance sonar of other vehicles or

other devices which produce ultra-

sonic waves are near the vehicle.

In some situations, such as the fol-

lowing, the system may operate

even though there is no possibility of

a collision.

●If the front of the vehicle is raised

or lowered due to the carried load.

●When driving on a narrow road.

●If the orientation of a sensor has

been changed due to a collision or

other impact.

●The vehicle is approaching a tall

or curved curb.

●Driving close to columns (H-

shaped steel beams, etc.) in multi-

story parking garages, construc-

tion sites, etc.

●When driving toward a banner,

flag, low-hanging branch or boom

barrier (such as those used at rail-

road crossings, toll gates and

parking lots).

●If the vehicle cannot be driven in a

stable manner, such as when the

vehicle has been in an accident or

is malfunctioning.

●On an extremely bumpy road, on

an incline, on gravel, or on grass.

●When there is a rut or hole in the

surface of the road.

5

●When driving on a metal cover

(grating), such as those used for

drainage ditches.

●When driving up or down a steep

slope.

●If a sensor is hit by a large amount

of water, such as when driving on

a flooded road.

●When tire chains, a compact

spare tire or an emergency tire

puncture repair kit are used.

●There is dirt, snow, water drops or

ice on a sensor. (Cleaning the

sensors will resolve this problem.)

●A sensor is coated with a sheet of

spray or heavy rain.

●When driving in inclement weather

such as fog, snow or a sandstorm.

●When strong winds are blowing.

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sensors cannot detect objects that

are extremely close to the vehicle.

Sensor detection display,

object distance

The range of the sensors may

change depending on the shape of

the object, etc.

■ Detection range of the sen-

sors

 Vehicles with Advanced Park

 Vehicles without Advanced

Park

A

Approximately 6.6 ft. (200

cm)

A

Approximately 3.3 ft. (100

cm)

The diagram shows the detection

range of the sensors. Note that the

sensors cannot detect objects that

are extremely close to the vehicle.

B

Approximately 4.9 ft. (150

cm)

The range of the sensors may

change depending on the shape of

the object etc.

C

Approximately 2.0 ft. (60 cm)

The diagram shows the detection

range of the sensors. Note that the

■ The distance and buzzer

 Vehicles without Advanced Park

Approximate distance to obstacle

Front center sensor:

Buzzer

Slow

*

Approximately 3.3 ft. (100 cm) to 2.0 ft. (60 cm)

Rear center sensor:

Approximately 4.9 ft. (150 cm) to 2.0 ft. (60 cm)

*

Medium

Approximately 2.0 ft. (60 cm) to 1.5 ft. (45 cm)

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Approximate distance to obstacle Buzzer

*

Fast

Approximately 1.5 ft. (45 cm) to 1.0 ft. (30 cm)

Approximately 1.0 ft. (30 cm) to 0.5 ft. (15 cm)

Less than approximately 0.5 ft. (15 cm)

Continuous

*

: Automatic buzzer mute function is enabled. (P.370)

 Vehicles with Advanced Park

Approximate distance to obstacle

Buzzer

Front center sensor:

Approximately 6.6 ft. (200 cm) to 3.3 ft. (100 cm)

Rear center sensor:

Approximately 6.6 ft. (200 cm) to 4.9 ft. (150 cm)

Corner sensor:

Does not sound

(Display only)

Approximately 6.6 ft. (200 cm) to 2.0 ft. (60 cm)

Side sensor:

5

Approximately 6.6 ft. (200 cm) to 5.4 ft. (165 cm)

Front center sensor:

*

Approximately 3.3 ft. (100 cm) to 2.0 ft. (60 cm)

Rear center sensor:

Slow

*

Approximately 4.9 ft. (150 cm) to 2.0 ft. (60 cm)

Side sensor:

*

Approximately 5.4 ft. (165 cm) to 2.0 ft. (60 cm)

Except side sensor:

*

Approximately 2.0 ft. (60 cm) to 1.5 ft. (45 cm)

Medium

Side sensor:

*

Approximately 2.0 ft. (60 cm) to 1.3 ft. (40 cm)

Except side sensor:

*

Approximately 1.5 ft. (45 cm) to 1.0 ft. (30 cm)

Fast

Side sensor:

*

Approximately 1.3 ft. (40 cm) to 1.0 ft. (30 cm)

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Approximate distance to obstacle

Buzzer

Approximately 1.0 ft. (30 cm) to 0.5 ft. (15 cm)

Less than approximately 0.5 ft. (15 cm)

Continuous

*

: Automatic buzzer mute function is enabled. (P.370)

■ Buzzer operation and dis-

■Muting a buzzer temporarily

tance to an object

●When an object is detected, the

temporary mute switch is dis-

played on the Multimedia Display.

Select the switch to mute a buzzer

of the intuitive parking assist,

RCTA (if equipped), and RCD (if

equipped) all together.

A buzzer sounds when the sen-

sors are operating.

 The buzzer beeps faster as

the vehicle approaches a

static object. When the vehi-

cle comes within the approxi-

mately 1.0 ft. (30 cm) of the

static object, the buzzer will

sound continuously.

●Mute will be automatically can-

celed in the following situations.

• When the shift position is

changed.

• When the vehicle speed exceeds

a certain speed.

• When there is a malfunction in a

sensor or the system is temporar-

ily unavailable.

• When the operating function is

disabled manually.

 When 2 or more sensors

simultaneously detect a static

object, the buzzer sounds for

the nearest object.

• When the power switch is turned

off.

 After a buzzer begins sound-

ing, if the distance between

the vehicle and the detected a

static object does not become

shorter, the buzzer will be

Intuitive parking assist

object warning function

(vehicles with Advanced

Park)

muted automatically. (auto-

matic buzzer mute function)

The object warning function

informs the driver of the exis-

tence of objects along the side

of the vehicle, using a display

and buzzer, if the objects are

within the estimated path of the

vehicle.

■ Adjusting the buzzer vol-

ume

The buzzer volume of the intui-

tive parking assist, RCTA (if

equipped), and RCD (if

equipped) can be adjusted all

together on

of the multi-infor-

mation display. (P.618)

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A

Object

B

Calculated vehicle route

When the vehicle is moving, the side sensors or side cameras can

detect objects. While the vehicle is moving, if a detected object can

no longer be detected by the side sensors or side cameras, the loca-

tion of the object relative to the vehicle is estimated. If the object is

determined to be in the estimated path of the vehicle, the object

warning function will operate.

5

A

Object detected by side sensors or side cameras

1 The vehicle is stopped and objects along the sides of the vehicle

are not detected.

2 Objects are detected as the vehicle is moving.

3 Even though the objects are outside of the detection area of the

side sensors or side cameras, a warning is displayed and a

buzzer sounds.

has moved approximately 23.0 ft.

(7 m) or less

■The intuitive parking assist

object warning function is oper-

ational when

●

switch has been pressed and

the Multimedia Display is dis-

played.

●The vehicle moves about 23.0 ft.

(7 m) after the hybrid system is

started.

●The front or rear sensor detects a

stationary object.

●The R shift position is selected.

●After the shift position has been

changed from R to D, the vehicle

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■Detection of objects along the

●When starting off shortly after

the power switch is turned to

ON and a small vehicle or other

object which cannot be detected

by a front side sensor is next to

the vehicle.

In the situation shown in the fol-

lowing illustration, even if the

vehicle starts off, the vehicle on

the left will not be detected and

the object warning function will

not operate.

sides of the vehicle

●Objects along the sides of the

vehicle are not instantaneously

detected. The location of objects

in relation to the vehicle is esti-

mated after they are first detected

by the front or rear side sensors,

or side cameras. Therefore, after

the power switch is changed to

ON, even if an object is along the

side of the vehicle, it may not be

detected until the vehicle has

been driven a small amount and

the side sensors or side cameras

completely scan the areas along

the sides of the vehicle.

●If a vehicle, person, animal, etc., is

detected by a side sensors or side

cameras, but then leaves the

detection area of the side sensors

or side cameras, the system will

assume the object has not moved.

●When an object or person is in a

position which cannot be

detected by the side sensors or

side cameras.

WARNING

■Side sensors and side cam-

●When, after the side sensors

have completed scanning the

areas along the sides of the

vehicle, a vehicle, person, or

other object approaches the

side of the vehicle and cannot

be detected.

eras

In situations such as the following,

the function may not operate cor-

rectly, possibly leading to an acci-

dent. Proceed carefully.

●When the outside rear view mir-

ror is closed, the side sensors

or side cameras cannot detect

objects.

●If the 12-volt battery was dis-

charged or has been removed

and installed, fold and extend

the outside rear view mirrors.

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RCTA (Rear Cross

Traffic Alert) function

System components

*

: If equipped

The RCTA function uses the

BSM rear side radar sensors

installed behind the rear

bumper. This function is

intended to assist the driver

in checking areas that are

not easily visible when

backing up.

A

Meter control switches

Operate the meter control switches

to enable/disable the RCTA func-

tion on the multi-information dis-

play.

WARNING

■Cautions regarding the use of

the system

B

Outside rear view mirror indi-

cators

The driver is solely responsible for

safe driving. Always drive safely,

taking care to observe your sur-

roundings.

5

If a vehicle is detected as

approaching from the left or right

behind the vehicle, both outside

rear view mirror indicators

(P.152) will blink and a buzzer

will sound.

The RCTA function is only a sup-

plementary function which alerts

the driver that a vehicle is

approaching from the right or left

at the rear of the vehicle.

As the RCTA function may not

function correctly under certain

conditions, the driver’s own visual

confirmation of safety is neces-

sary.

C

Multimedia Display

If a vehicle approaching from the

right or left at the rear of the vehicle

is detected, the RCTA icon

(P.374) for the detected side will

be displayed on the Multimedia Dis-

Over reliance on this function may

lead to an accident resulting

death or serious injury.

*

play. This illustration shows an

example of a vehicle approaching

from both sides of the vehicle.

■To ensure the system can

operate properly

*

P.355

: Depending on the vehicle grade

and equipped options, the actual

screen may be different from this

illustration.

D

Driving assist information

indicator

Illuminates when the RCTA is

turned off. At this time, a message

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will be displayed on the multi-infor-

mation display.

mirror indicators and sounding a

buzzer.

Turning the RCTA func-

tion on/off

The RCTA can be enabled/dis-

abled through a customize set-

ting. (P.618)

When the RCTA function is off,

the driving assist information

indicator (P.152) will illumi-

nate and a message will be dis-

played on the multi-information

display. Each time the power

switch is turned to ON, the

RCTA function is enabled.

A

Approaching vehicles

B

Detection areas of approach-

ing vehicles

■ RCTA icon display

When a vehicle approaching

from the right or left at the rear

of the vehicle is detected, the

following will be displayed on

the Multimedia Display.

■Outside rear view mirror indica-

tor visibility

In strong sunlight, the outside rear

view mirror indicator may be difficult

to see.

• Example (Panoramic view

monitor): Vehicles are

■Hearing the RCTA buzzer

approaching from both sides

of the vehicle

The RCTA buzzer may be difficult to

hear over loud noises, such as if the

audio system volume is high.

■Rear side radar sensors

P.355

RCTA function

■ Operation of the RCTA

function

The RCTA function uses rear

side radar sensors to detect

vehicles approaching from the

right or left at the rear of the

vehicle and alerts the driver of

the presence of such vehicles

by flashing the outside rear view

■ RCTA function detection

areas

The areas that vehicles can be

detected in are outlined below.

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temporary mute switch is displayed

on the Multimedia Display.

Select the switch to mute the buzzer

of the intuitive parking assist, RCTA,

and RCD (if equipped) all together.

Mute will be canceled automatically

in the following situations:

●When the shift position is

changed.

●When the vehicle speed exceeds

a certain speed.

The buzzer can alert the driver

of faster vehicles approaching

from farther away.

●When there is a malfunction in a

sensor or the system is temporar-

ily unavailable.

Example:

●When the operating function is

disabled manually.

Approaching

A

Approximate

alert distance

●When the power switch is turned

off.

vehicle speed

■Conditions under which the

system will not detect a vehicle

34 mph (56

km/h) (fast)

98 ft. (30 m)

The RCTA function is not designed

to detect the following types of vehi-

cles and/or objects:

5

5 mph (8 km/h)

(slow)

13 ft. (4 m)

●Vehicles approaching from

directly behind

■The RCTA function is opera-

tional when

●Vehicles backing up in a parking

space next to your vehicle

The RCTA function operates when

all of the following conditions are

met:

●Vehicles that the sensors cannot

detect due to obstructions

●The power switch is in ON.

●The RCTA function is on.

●The shift position is in R.

●The vehicle speed is less than

approximately 9 mph (15 km/h).

●The approaching vehicle speed is

between approximately 5 mph (8

km/h) and 34 mph (56 km/h).

●Guardrails, walls, signs, parked

vehicles and similar stationary

■Setting the buzzer volume

*

objects

The buzzer volume of the RCTA,

intuitive parking assist, and RCD (if

equipped) can be adjusted all

together through a customize set-

ting. (P.618)

●Small motorcycles, bicycles,

*

pedestrians, etc.

●Vehicles moving away from your

vehicle

■Muting a buzzer temporarily

●Vehicles approaching from the

parking spaces next to your vehi-

When an object is detected, the

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*

cle

●The distance between the sensor

and approaching vehicle gets too

close

*

: Depending on the conditions,

detection of a vehicle and/or

object may occur.

■Situations in which the system

may not operate properly

The RCTA function may not detect

vehicles correctly in the following

situations:

●When the sensor is misaligned

due to a strong impact to the sen-

sor or its surrounding area

●When backing out of a sharp

angle parking spot

●When mud, snow, ice, a sticker,

etc., is covering the sensor or sur-

rounding area on the position

above the rear bumper

●When driving on a road surface

that is wet with standing water

during bad weather, such as

heavy rain, snow, or fog

●When multiple vehicles are

approaching with only a small gap

between each vehicle

●Immediately after the RCTA func-

tion is turned on

●When a vehicle is approaching at

high speed

●Immediately after the hybrid sys-

tem is started with the RCTA func-

tion on

●When equipment that may

obstruct a sensor is installed, such

as a towing eyelet, bumper pro-

tector (an additional trim strip,

etc.), bicycle carrier, or snow plow

●When the sensors cannot detect a

vehicle due to obstructions

●When towing with the vehicle

●When there is a significant differ-

ence in height between your vehi-

cle and the vehicle that enters the

detection area

●When backing up on a slope with

a sharp change in grade

●When a sensor or the area around

a sensor is extremely hot or cold

●If the suspension has been modi-

fied or tires of a size other than

specified are installed

●If the front of the vehicle is raised

or lowered due to the carried load

●When turning while backing up

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●When a vehicle turns into the

detection area

●When equipment that may

obstruct a sensor is installed, such

as a towing eyelet, bumper pro-

tector (an additional trim strip,

etc.), bicycle carrier, or snow plow

●When a vehicle passes by the

side of your vehicle

■Situations in which the system

may operate even if there is no

possibility of a collision

Instances of the RCTA function

unnecessary detecting a vehicle

and/or object may increase in the

following situations:

5

●When a detected vehicle turns

while approaching the vehicle

●When the parking space faces a

street and vehicles are being

driven on the street

●When there are spinning objects

near your vehicle such as the fan

of an air conditioning unit

●When the distance between your

vehicle and metal objects, such as

a guardrail, wall, sign, or parked

vehicle, which may reflect electri-

cal waves toward the rear of the

vehicle, is short

●When water is splashed or

sprayed toward the rear bumper,

such as from a sprinkler

●Moving objects (flags, exhaust

fumes, large rain droplets or

snowflakes, rain water on the road

surface, etc.)

●When the distance between your

vehicle and a guardrail, wall, etc.,

that enters the detection area is

short

●Gratings and gutters

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●When a sensor or the area around

RCD (Rear Camera

Detection) function

a sensor is extremely hot or cold

*

●If the suspension has been modi-

fied or tires of a size other than

specified are installed

*

: If equipped

●If the front of the vehicle is raised

When the vehicle is back-

ing up, the rear camera

detection function can

detect pedestrians in the

detection area behind the

vehicle. If a pedestrian is

detected, a buzzer will

sound and an icon will be

displayed on the Multimedia

Display to inform the driver

of the pedestrian.

or lowered due to the carried load

●When towing with the vehicle

WARNING

■Cautions regarding the use of

the system

The recognition and control capa-

bilities for this system are limited.

The driver should always drive

safely by always being responsi-

ble without over relying on the

system and have a understanding

of the surrounding situations.

■To ensure the system can

operate properly

Observe the following, otherwise

there is the danger that could lead

to an accident.

●Always clean the camera with-

out damaging it.

●Do not install market electronic

parts (such as Illuminated

license plate, fog lamps, etc.) in

the camera vicinity.

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RCD display

WARNING

●Do not subject the camera vicin-

ity to strong impacts. If the vicin-

ity is subjected to a strong

impact, have the vehicle

inspected by your Toyota

dealer.

●Do not disassemble, remodel or

paint the camera.

●Do not attach accessories or

stickers to the camera.

A

Pedestrian detection icon

●Do not install market protection

parts (bumper trim, etc.) to the

rear bumper.

Displayed automatically when a

pedestrian is detected behind the

vehicle.

●Maintain suitable tire air pres-

sure.

●Make sure the back door is

Turning the RCD function

on/off

completely closed.

■RCD function is turned off

5

The RCD function can be

In the following situations the sys-

tem turns off. The RCD function

may not operate properly and

thus there is the danger that an

accident may occur.

enabled/disabled on

multi-information display.

(P.618)

of the

When the RCD function is disabled,

the driving assist information indi-

cator (P.152) illuminates, and a

message is displayed on the multi-

information display.

●The contents mentioned above

are not observed.

●Suspensions other than genu-

ine parts are installed.

Each time the power switch is

turned off then changed to ON, the

RCD function will be enabled auto-

matically.

System components

■ Location of the rear camera

When a pedestrian is

detected

If a pedestrian is in the area

behind the vehicle or if the rear

camera detected that a pedes-

trian is approaching the vehicle

from behind, the system urges

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caution from the driver by

sounding the buzzer and dis-

playing the detection of a pedes-

trian on the Multimedia Display

as follows:

Pedestrian detection icon:

Blinks

■The rear camera detection func-

tion is operational when

●The power switch is in ON.

●RCD function is on.

●The shift position is in R.

●Advanced Park is not operating

(vehicles with Advanced Park)

■Setting the buzzer volume

The buzzer volume of the intuitive

parking assist, RCTA, and RCD can

be adjusted all together on

the multi-information display.

(P.618)

of

■Muting a buzzer temporarily

When an object is detected, the

temporary mute switch is displayed

on the Multimedia Display.

A

If a pedestrian is detected in

A

area

Select the switch to mute a buzzer

of the intuitive parking assist, RCTA,

and RCD all together.

Buzzer: Sounds repeatedly

Pedestrian detection icon:

Blinks

Mute will be automatically canceled

in the following situations:

B

If a pedestrian is detected in

●When the shift position is

changed.

B

area

●When the vehicle speed exceeds

a certain speed.

Buzzer (When the vehicle is

stationary): Sounds 3 times

Buzzer (When the vehicle is

backing up, when a pedes-

trian approaches the rear of

the vehicle): Sounds repeat-

edly

●When there is a malfunction in a

sensor or the system is temporar-

ily unavailable.

●When the operating function is

disabled manually.

●When the power switch is turned

off.

Pedestrian detection icon:

Blinks

■Situations in which the system

may not operate properly

C

If the system determines that

your vehicle may collide with

●Some pedestrians, such as the

following, may not be detected by

the rear camera detection func-

tion, preventing the function from

operating properly:

C

a pedestrian in area

Buzzer: Sounds repeatedly

• Pedestrians who are bending for-

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ward or squatting

installed

• Pedestrians who are lying down

• Pedestrians who are running

• Pedestrians who suddenly appear

from the shadow of the vehicle or

a building

• Pedestrians who are riding mov-

ing objects such as a bicycle or

skateboard

• Pedestrians wearing oversized

clothing such as a rain coat, long

skirt, etc., making their silhouette

obscure

• Pedestrians whose body is par-

tially hidden by an object, such as

a cart or umbrella

• When an aftermarket electronic

part (backlit license plate, fog

light, etc.) is installed near the rear

camera

• If a bumper protector, such as an

additional trim strip, is installed to

the rear bumper

■Situations in which the system

may operate unexpectedly

●Even though there are no pedes-

trians in the detection area, some

objects, such as the following,

may be detected, possibly caus-

ing the rear camera detection

function to operate.

• Three dimensional objects, such

as a pole, traffic cone, fence, or

parked vehicle

• Pedestrians which are obscured

by darkness, such as at night

●In some situations, such as the

following, pedestrians may not be

detected by the rear camera

detection function, preventing the

function from operating properly:

• When backing up in inclement

weather (rain, snow, fog, etc.)

• When the rear camera is

obscured (dirt, snow, ice, etc. are

attached) or scratched

• When a very bright light, such as

the sun, or the headlights of

another vehicle, shines directly

into the rear camera

• When backing up in a place where

the surrounding brightness

changes suddenly, such as at the

entrance or exit of a garage or

underground parking lot

• When backing up in a dim envi-

ronment such as during dusk or in

an underground parking lot

• When the camera position and

direction are deviated

• When a towing hook is attached

• When towing with the vehicle

• When water droplets are flowing

on the camera lens

• When the vehicle height is

extremely changed (nose up,

nose down, etc.)

• When tire chains or an emergency

tire puncture repair kit are used

• When the suspension has been

lowered or tires that have a differ-

ent size than the genuine tires are

• Moving objects, such as a car or

motorcycle

• Objects moving toward your vehi-

cle when backing up, such as

flags or puddles (or airborne mat-

ter, such as smoke, steam, rain, or

snow)

• Cobblestone or gravel roads, tram

rails, road repairs, white lines,

pedestrian crossings or fallen

leaves on the road

• Metal covers (gratings), such as

those used for drainage ditches

• Objects reflected in a puddle or on

a wet road surface

5

• Shadows on the road

●In some situations, such as the

following, the rear camera detec-

tion function may operate even

though there are no pedestrians in

the detection area.

• When backing up toward the road-

side or a bump on the road

• When backing up toward an

incline/decline

• When the vehicle height is

extremely changed (nose up,

nose down, etc.)

• If a bumper protector, such as an

additional trim strip, is installed to

the rear bumper

• When an aftermarket electronic

part (backlit license plate, fog

light, etc.) is installed near the rear

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camera

PK SB (Park ing Sup-

*

• If the orientation of the rear cam-

era has been changed due to a

collision or other impact, or

removal and installation

• If a towing eyelet is installed to the

rear of the vehicle

• When towing with the vehicle

• When water is flowing over the

rear camera lens

• When the rear camera is

obscured (dirt, snow, ice, etc. are

attached) or scratched

• If there is a flashing light in the

detection area, such as the emer-

gency flashers of another vehicle

• When tire chains or an emergency

tire puncture repair kit are used.

port Brake)

*

: If equipped

The PKSB (Parking Support

Brake) is a system that

issues warnings and auto-

matically performs braking

to help reduce collision

damage with operation tar-

gets that were detected

when traveling at a low

speed such as when park-

ing.

●Situations in which the rear cam-

era detection function may be diffi-

cult to notice

• The buzzer may be difficult to hear

if the surrounding area is noisy or

the audio system volume is high.

• If the temperature in the cabin is

extremely high or low, the Multi-

media Display may not operate

correctly.

This system consists of the

following functions: a Park-

ing Support Brake function

(static objects to the front

and rear) that detects static

objects such as walls, a

Parking Support Brake

function (rear-crossing

vehicles)^*that detects vehi-

cles approaching from the

rear while backing up, a

Parking Support Brake

function (rear pedestrians)^*

that detects pedestrians

behind the vehicle, and a

Parking Support Brake

function (static objects

around the vehicle) (vehi-

cles with Advanced Park)

that detects static objects

around the vehicle.

*

: If equipped

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PKSB (Parking Support

WARNING

Brake) system

■Cautions regarding the use of

the system

The system has detected the

following as operation targets.

(The operation targets vary

depending on the function.)

Do not overly rely on the system,

as doing so may lead to an acci-

dent.

Always drive while checking the

safety of the surroundings of the

vehicle.

 Parking Support Brake func-

tion (static objects to the front

and rear):

Depending on the vehicle and

road conditions, weather, etc., the

system may not operate.

P.388

The detection capabilities of sen-

sors and radars are limited.

Always drive while checking the

safety of the surroundings of the

vehicle.

 Parking Support Brake func-

tion (rear-crossing vehicles)

(if equipped):

●The driver is solely responsible

for safe driving. Always drive

carefully, taking care to observe

your surroundings. The Parking

Support Brake system is

designed to provide support to

lessen the severity of collisions.

However, it may not operate in

some situations.

P.392

 Parking Support Brake func-

tion (rear pedestrians) (if

equipped):

5

P.393

 Parking Support Brake func-

tion (static objects around the

vehicle) (vehicles with

●The Parking Support Brake sys-

tem is not designed to stop the

vehicle completely. Addition-

ally, even if the system has

stopped the vehicle, it is neces-

sary to depress the brake pedal

immediately as brake control

will be canceled after approxi-

mately 2 seconds.

Advanced Park):

P.388

●It is extremely dangerous to

check the system operations by

intentionally driving the vehicle

into the direction of a wall, etc.

Never attempt such actions.

■When to disable the Parking

Support Brake

In the following situations, disable

the Parking Support Brake as the

system may operate even though

there is no possibility of a colli-

sion.

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■Precautions for the suspen-

WARNING

sion

●When inspecting the vehicle

using a chassis roller, chassis

dynamo or free roller

Do not modify the suspension of

the vehicle. If the height or tilt of

the vehicle is changed, the sen-

sors may not be able to detect

detectable objects and the system

may not operate correctly, possi-

bly leading to an accident.

●When loading the vehicle onto a

boat, truck or other transport

vessel

●If the suspension has been

modified or tires of a size other

than specified are installed

NOTICE

●If the front of the vehicle is

raised or lowered due to the

carried load

■If “System Stopped See

Owner’s Manual” is displayed

on the multi-information dis-

play and the driving assist

information indicator is illu-

minated

●When equipment that may

obstruct a sensor is installed,

such as a towing eyelet, trans-

port hook, bumper protector (an

additional trim strip, etc.), bicy-

cle carrier, or snow plow

If this message is displayed

immediately after the power

switch is changed to ON, operate

the vehicle carefully, paying atten-

tion to your surroundings. It may

be necessary to drive the vehicle

for a certain amount of time

before the system returns to nor-

mal. (If the system is not return to

normal after driving for a while,

clean the sensor or rear camera

lens.)

●When using automatic car

washing devices

●If the vehicle cannot be driven in

a stable manner, such as when

the vehicle has been in an acci-

dent or is malfunctioning

●When the vehicle is driven in a

sporty manner or off-road

Enabling/Disabling the

Parking Support Brake

●When the tires are not properly

inflated

●When the tires are very worn

All of the Parking Support Brake

functions (static objects to the

front and rear, rear-crossing

vehicles [if equipped], rear

pedestrians [if equipped], and

static objects around the vehicle

[vehicles with Advanced Park])

are enabled/disabled simultane-

ously.

●When tire chains, a compact

spare tire or an emergency tire

puncture repair kit are used.

●When towing with the vehicle

The Parking Support Brake

function can be enabled/dis-

abled on

of the multi-infor-

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amount is restricted by the system.

mation display. (P.167)

Multimedia Display (vehicles with

panoramic view monitor): No warn-

ing displayed

When the PKSB (Parking Support

Brake) is disabled, the driving

assist information indicator

(P.152) illuminates, and a mes-

sage is displayed on the multi-infor-

mation display.

Multi-information display: “Object

Detected Acceleration Reduced”

Driving assist information indicator:

Not illuminated

If the system switches to OFF (dis-

abled) and the PKSB (Parking Sup-

port Brake) is stopped, the PKSB

(Parking Support Brake) will not be

re-enabled until ON (enabled) is

selected again on the multi-infor-

mation display and the system

operates.

Buzzer: Does not sound

 Hybrid system output restric-

tion control is operating (out-

put restricted as much as

possible)

The system has determined that

stronger-than-normal brake opera-

tion is necessary.

If the system is disabled, it will

remain off even if the power switch

is turned to ON after the power

switch has been turned to OFF.

Multimedia Display (vehicles with

panoramic view monitor): “BRAKE!”

5

Multi-information display: “BRAKE!”

Display and buzzer for

hybrid system output

restriction control and

brake control

Driving assist information indicator:

Not illuminated

Buzzer: Short beep

 Brake control is operating

If the hybrid system output

restriction control or brake con-

trol operates, a buzzer will

sound and a message will be

displayed on the Multimedia

Display and multi-information

display, to alert the driver.

The system determined that emer-

gency braking is necessary.

Multimedia Display (vehicles with

panoramic view monitor): “BRAKE!”

Multi-information display: “BRAKE!”

Driving assist information indicator:

Not illuminated

Depending on the situation, hybrid

system output restriction control will

operate to either limit acceleration

or restrict output as much as possi-

ble.

Buzzer: Short beep

 Vehicle stopped by system

operation

The vehicle has been stopped by

brake control operation.

 Hybrid system output restric-

tion control is operating

(acceleration restriction)

Multimedia Display (vehicles with

panoramic view monitor): “Press

Brake Pedal”

Acceleration greater than a certain

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5-5. Using the driving support systems

Multi-information display: “Acceler-

ator Pedal is Pressed Press Brake

Pedal” (If the accelerator pedal is

not depressed, “Press Brake Pedal”

will be displayed.)

C

Time

 Figure 2: When hybrid system

output restriction control oper-

ates

Driving assist information indicator:

Illuminated

Buzzer: Sounds repeatedly

System overview

If the Parking Support Brake

determines that a collision with a

detected object or pedestrian (if

equipped) is possible, the hybrid

system output will be restricted

to restrain any increase in the

vehicle speed. (Hybrid system

output restriction control: See

figure 2.)

A

Hybrid system output

B

Braking force

C

Time

D

Hybrid system output restric-

tion control begins operating

(System determines that pos-

sibility of collision with

Additionally, if the accelerator

pedal continues to be

depressed, the brakes will be

applied automatically to reduce

the vehicle speed. (Brake con-

trol: See figure 3.)

detected object is high)

 Figure 3: When hybrid system

output restriction control and

brake control operates

 Figure 1: When the PKSB

(Parking Support Brake) is not

operating

A

Hybrid system output

B

Braking force

C

A

Time

Hybrid system output

D

B

Hybrid system output restric-

Braking force

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■Buzzer

tion control begins operating

(System determines that pos-

sibility of collision with

Regardless of whether the intuitive

parking assist is enabled or not

(P.364), if the PKSB (Parking

Support Brake) system is enabled

(P.384), the buzzer will sound to

notify the driver of the approximate

distance to the object when the

brake control and the hybrid system

output restriction control are oper-

ated.

detected object is high)

E

Brake control begins operat-

ing (System determines that

possibility of collision with

detected object is extremely

high)

■If the Parking Support Brake

has operated

If the vehicle is stopped due to oper-

ation of the Parking Support Brake,

the Parking Support Brake will be

disabled and the driving assist infor-

mation indicator will illuminate. In

addition, even when the PKSB

(Parking Support Brake) operates,

the brake control is canceled after

approximately 2 seconds to start off.

Furthermore, the brake control also

can be canceled by depressing the

brake pedal. Depressing the accel-

erator pedal again after that allows

the vehicle to start off.

5

■Re-enabling the Parking Sup-

port Brake

To re-enable the Parking Support

Brake when it is disabled due to

operation of the PKSB (Parking

Support Brake), either enable the

system again, or turn the power

switch off and then back to ON.

Additionally, if any of the following

conditions are met, the system will

be re-enabled automatically and the

driving assist information indicator

will turn off (P.152):

●The P shift position is selected

●Drive with no operation targets in

the traveling direction of the vehi-

cle

●Change the traveling direction of

the vehicle

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■ When traveling at a low

Parking Support Brake

func tion (static

speed and the brake pedal

is not depressed, or is

depressed late

objects to the front

and rear/static objects

*

around the vehic le)

*

: If equipped

If the sensors detect a static

object, such as a wall, in the

traveling direction of the

vehicle and the system

determines that a collision

may occur due to the vehi-

cle suddenly moving for-

ward due to an accidental

accelerator pedal opera-

tion, the vehicle moving the

unintended direction due to

the wrong shift position

being selected, or while

parking or traveling at low

speeds, the system will

operate to lessen the impact

with the detected static

object and reduce the

■ When the accelerator pedal

is depressed excessively

resulting damage.

Examples of function

operation (static objects

to the front and rear)

This function will operate in situ-

ations such as the following if an

object is detected in the travel-

ing direction of the vehicle.

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■ When the vehicle moves

forward due to the incorrect

shift position being

selected

■ When moving forward and a

collision with a stationary

object on the inner side of a

turn is likely

■ When reversing and a colli-

sion with a stationary

object on the outer side of a

turn is likely

Examples of function

5

operation (static objects

around the vehicle) (vehi-

cles with Advanced Park)

The system will operate in the

following situations when a sta-

tionary object is detected in the

surrounding area.

Types of sensors

P.363

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■The Parking Support Brake

WARNING

function (static objects around

*

■To ensure the system can

operate properly

the vehicle) will operate when

*

: Vehicles with Advanced Park

P.364

This function is operable when any

of the following conditions are met in

addition to the operating conditions

for stationary objects in around the

vehicle.

■If the PKSB (Parking Support

Brake) operates unnecessar-

ily, such as at a railroad

crossing

●After the hybrid system has been

started, the vehicle has moved

approximately 23.0 ft. (7 m) or

less

P.387

■Notes when washing the vehi-

cle

P.365

●The R shift position is selected

●After the shift position has been

changed from R to D, the vehicle

has moved approximately 23.0 ft.

(7 m) or less

■The Parking Support Brake

function (static objects to the

front and rear) will operate

when

■The Parking Support Brake

function (static objects to the

front and rear/static objects

The function will operate when the

driving assist information indicator is

not illuminated (P.150, 152) and

all of the following conditions are

met:

*

around the vehicle ) will stop

operating when

*

: Vehicles with Advanced Park

●Hybrid system output restriction

control

The function will stop operating if

any of the following conditions are

met:

• The Parking Support Brake is

enabled.

●Hybrid system output restriction

control

• The Parking Support Brake is dis-

abled.

• The system determines that the

collision has become avoidable

with normal brake operation.

• The static object is no longer

approximately 6 to 13 ft. (2 to 4 m)

away from the vehicle or in the

traveling direction of the vehicle.

• The vehicle speed is approxi-

mately 9 mph (15 km/h) or less.

• There is a static object in the trav-

eling direction of the vehicle and

approximately 6 to 13 ft. (2 to 4 m)

away.

• The Parking Support Brake deter-

mines that a stronger-than-nor-

mal brake operation is necessary

to avoid a collision.

●Brake control

• Hybrid system output restriction

control is operating

• The Parking Support Brake deter-

mines that an immediate brake

operation is necessary to avoid a

collision.

●Brake control

• The Parking Support Brake is dis-

abled.

• Approximately 2 seconds have

elapsed since the vehicle was

stopped by brake control.

• The brake pedal is depressed

after the vehicle is stopped by

brake control.

• The static object is no longer

approximately 6 to 13 ft. (2 to 4 m)

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away from the vehicle or in the

traveling direction of the vehicle.

in relation to the vehicle is esti-

mated after they are first detected

by the front or rear side sensors,

or side cameras. Therefore, after

the power switch is changed to

ON, even if an object is along the

side of the vehicle, it may not be

detected until the vehicle has

been driven a small amount and

the side sensors or side cameras

completely scan the areas along

the sides of the vehicle.

■Detection range of the Parking

Support Brake function (static

objects to the front and

rear/static objects around the

*

vehicle )

*

: Vehicles with Advanced Park

The detection range of the Parking

Support Brake function (static

objects to the front and rear/static

objects around the vehicle) differs

from the detection range of the intui-

tive parking assist (P.363). There-

fore, even if the intuitive parking

assist detects an object and pro-

vides a warning, the Parking Sup-

port Brake function (static objects to

the front and rear/static objects

around the vehicle) may not start

operating.

●If a vehicle, person, animal, etc., is

detected by a side sensors or side

cameras, but then leaves the

detection area of the side sensors

or side cameras, the system will

assume the object has not moved.

■Situations in which the system

may not operate properly

5

P.366

■Situations in which the system

may operate even if there is no

possibility of a collision

P.367

■Situations in which the system

may operate even though there

is no possibility of a collision

(static objects around the vehi-

cle) (vehicles with Advanced

Park)

In addition to the situations in which

stationary objects front and rear

(P.390) may not be detected,

objects may not be detected by the

sensors in the following situations:

●When moving sideways, such as

when parallel parking (P.408)

■Detection of objects along the

sides of the vehicle (static

objects around the vehicle)

(vehicles with Advanced Park)

●Objects along the sides of the

vehicle are not instantaneously

detected. The location of objects

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Parking Support Brake

function(rear-crossing

Types of sensors

P.355

*

vehicles)

WARNING

*

: If equipped

■To ensure the system can

operate properly

If a rear radar sensor

detects a vehicle approach-

ing from the right or left at

the rear of the vehicle and

the system determines that

the possibility of a collision

is high, this function will

perform brake control to

reduce the likelihood of an

impact with the approach-

ing vehicle.

P.355

■The Parking Support Brake

function (rear-crossing vehi-

cles) will operate when

The function will operate when the

driving assist information indicator is

not illuminated (P.150, 152) and

all of the following conditions are

met:

●Hybrid system output restriction

control

• The Parking Support Brake is

enabled.

Examples of function

operation

• The vehicle speed is approxi-

mately 9 mph (15 km/h) or less.

• Vehicles are approaching from the

right or left at the rear of the vehi-

cle at a traveling speed of approx-

imately 5 mph (8 km/h) or more.

• The shift position is in R.

• The Parking Support Brake deter-

mines that a stronger than normal

brake operation is necessary to

avoid a collision with an approach-

ing vehicle.

This function will operate in situ-

ations such as the following if a

vehicle is detected in the travel-

ing direction of the vehicle.

■ When reversing, a vehicle is

approaching and the brake

pedal is not depressed, or

is depressed late

●Brake control

• Hybrid system output restriction

control is operating

• The Parking Support Brake deter-

mines that an emergency brake

operation is necessary to avoid a

collision with an approaching vehi-

cle.

■The Parking Support Brake

function (rear-crossing vehi-

cles) will stop operating when

The function will stop operating if

any of the following conditions are

met:

●Hybrid system output restriction

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control

• The Parking Support Brake is dis-

abled.

• The collision becomes avoidable

with normal brake operation.

• A vehicle is no longer approaching

from the right or left at the rear of

the vehicle.

Parking Support Brake

function (rear pedes-

trians)

*

: If equipped

If the rear camera sensor

detects a pedestrian behind

the vehicle while backing up

and the system determines

that the possibility of collid-

ing with the detected pedes-

trian is high, a buzzer will

sound. If the system deter-

mines that the possibility of

colliding with the detected

pedestrian is extremely

high, the brakes will be

applied automatically to

help reduce the impact of

the collision.

●Brake control

• The Parking Support Brake is dis-

abled.

• Approximately 2 seconds have

elapsed since the vehicle was

stopped by brake control.

• The brake pedal is depressed

after the vehicle is stopped by

brake control.

■Detection area of the Parking

Support Brake function (rear-

crossing vehicles)

The detection area of the Parking

Support Brake function (rear-cross-

ing vehicles) differs from the detec-

tion area of the RCTA function

(P.374). Therefore, even if the

RCTA function detects a vehicle

and provides an alert, the Parking

Support Brake function (rear-cross-

ing vehicles) may not start operat-

ing.

5

Examples of system oper-

ation

■Situations in which the system

may not operate properly

The system operates when an

approaching pedestrian is

detected behind the vehicle

while backing up, and when the

brake pedal is not depressed or

is depressed late.

P.376

■Situations in which the system

may operate even if there is no

possibility of a collision

P.377

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Screen display of rear

5-5. Using the driving support systems

●Hybrid system output restriction

control

pedestrian

• The Parking Support Brake is

enabled.

• The vehicle speed is 9 mph (15

km/h) or less.

Displays a message to urge the

driver to take evasive action

when a pedestrian is detected in

the detection area behind the

vehicle.

• The shift position is in R.

• A pedestrian is to the rear of the

vehicle

• The PKSB (Parking Support

Brake) determines that a stronger-

than-normal brake operation is

necessary to avoid a collision.

●Brake control

• Hybrid system output restriction

control is operating.

• The Parking Support Brake deter-

mines that an emergency brake

operation is necessary to avoid a

collision with a pedestrian.

■The Parking Support Brake

function (rear pedestrians) will

stop operating when

A

Pedestrian detection icon

The function will stop operating if

any of the following conditions are

met:

B

“BRAKE!”

WARNING

●Hybrid system output restriction

control

• The Parking Support Brake is dis-

abled.

• The collision becomes avoidable

with normal brake operation.

• The pedestrian is no longer

detected behind your vehicle.

■If the Parking Support Brake

function (rear pedestrians)

operates unnecessarily

Depress the brake pedal immedi-

ately after the Parking Support

Brake function (rear pedestrians)

operates. (Operation of the func-

tion is canceled by depressing the

brake pedal.)

●Brake control

• The Parking Support Brake is dis-

abled.

• Approximately 2 seconds have

elapsed since the vehicle was

stopped by brake control.

• The brake pedal is depressed

after the vehicle is stopped by

brake control.

■Correct use of the Parking

Support Brake function (rear

pedestrians)

P.378

■Parking Support Brake func-

tion (rear pedestrians) will oper-

ate when

■Re-enabling the Parking Sup-

port Brake function (rear pedes-

trians)

The function will operate when the

driving assist information indicator is

not illuminated (P.150, 152) and

all of the following conditions are

met:

P.387

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■Detection area of the Parking

Support Brake function (rear

pedestrians)

Toyota Teammate

*

Advanced Park

The detection area of the Parking

Support Brake function (rear pedes-

trians) differs from the detection

area of the RCD function (P.378).

Therefore, even if the RCD function

detects a pedestrian and provides

an alert, the Parking Support Brake

function (rear pedestrians) may not

start operating.

*

: If equipped

Function description

The Advanced Park is a system

which assists in a safe and

smooth parking or exiting from a

parking space by displaying the

blind spots around the vehicle

and the target parking spot

through a bird’s eye view, deliv-

ering operation guidance

■Situations in which the system

may not operate properly

P.380

■Situations in which the system

may operate unexpectedly

P.381

through displays and buzzer

operation, and changing the

shift position, operating the

steering wheel, accelerator

pedal, and brake pedal.

5

Additionally, the panoramic view

monitor^*can display the area in

front, behind, and from above

the vehicle, helping confirm the

condition of the area around the

vehicle.

The turn signal lights will blink

automatically when the parking

assistance starts until the vehi-

cle reaches the target parking

spot, to notify people around the

vehicle that parking is being per-

formed.

Depending on the condition of

the road surface or the vehicle,

the distance between the vehi-

cle and a parking space, etc., it

may not be possible to assist in

parking in the target space.

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*

: For details on the panoramic view

monitor refer to “MULTIMEDIA

OWNER’S MANUAL”.

WARNING

■Cautions regarding the use of

the system

The recognition and control capa-

bilities for this system are limited.

The driver should always drive

safety by always being responsi-

ble without over relying on the

system and have a understanding

of the surrounding situations.

Functions

■ Perpendicular parking (for-

ward/reverse) function

Assistance is provided from the

position the vehicle is stopped

near the target parking space

until the vehicle is in the parking

space. (P.403)

●As with a normal vehicle, take

care to observe your surround-

ings while the vehicle is moving.

●Always pay attention to the

vehicle’s surroundings while the

system is operating and

depress the brake pedal as nec-

essary to slow or stop the vehi-

cle.

■ Perpendicular exiting (for-

ward/reverse) function

Assistance is provided from the

parked position until the vehicle

is in a position where you can

easily exit from the parking

space. (P.406)

●When parking, make sure that

the vehicle can be parked in the

target parking space before

beginning operation.

●Depending on the condition of

the road surface or the vehicle,

the distance between the vehi-

cle and a parking space, etc., it

may not be possible to detect a

parking space or the system

may not be able to provide

assistance to the point the vehi-

cle is fully parked.

■ Parallel parking function

Assistance is provided from the

position the vehicle is stopped

near the target parking space

until the vehicle is in the parking

space. (P.408)

■ Parallel exiting function

●This system will guide the vehi-

cle to appropriate positions for

changing the direction of travel,

however, if you feel that the

vehicle is approaching too close

to an adjacent parked vehicle at

any time, depress the brake

pedal and change the shift posi-

tion. However, if this is per-

formed, the number of times the

vehicle changes direction may

increase, and the vehicle may

be parked at an angle.

Assistance is provided from the

parked position until the vehicle

is in a position where you can

easily exit from the parking

space. (P.412)

■ Memory function

Assistance is provided until the

vehicle is guided into a previ-

ously registered parking space.

(P.414)

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●When the ambient temperature

is extremely low, the screen

may appear dark or the dis-

played image may become

unclear. Also, as moving

objects may appear distorted or

may not be able to be seen on

the screen, make sure to

directly check the safety of the

area around your vehicle.

WARNING

●As following objects may not be

detected, make sure to check

the safety of the area around

your vehicle and depress the

brake pedal to stop the vehicle if

it may collide with an object.

• Wires, fences, ropes, etc.

• Cotton, snow and other materi-

als that absorb sound waves

●In the following situations, while

the vehicle is stopped and held

by Advanced Park, it may be

canceled and the vehicle may

start moving. Immediately

depress the brake pedal. Fail-

ure to do so may lead to an

accident.

• Sharply-angled objects

• Low objects (curb stones, park-

ing blocks, etc.)

• Tall objects with upper sections

projecting outwards in the direc-

tion of your vehicle

• When the driver’s door is

opened

●Even if there is an object in the

target parking space, it may not

be detected and assistance

may be performed.

• When operations instructed by

the system are not performed

within a certain amount of time

5

• When the brake pedal is

depressed and the vehicle is

stopped for a certain amount of

time

●While the system is operating, if

it is likely that your vehicle will

collide with a nearby vehicle,

parking block, object, or person,

depress the brake pedal to stop

the vehicle and press the

• When the system malfunctions

●As the steering wheel will turn

while this system is operating,

pay attention to the following.

Advanced Park main switch to

disable the system.

●Never use only the Multimedia

Display to view the area behind

the vehicle. The image dis-

played may differ than the

actual situation. Using only the

screen when backing up may

lead to an accident, such as a

collision with another vehicle.

When backing up, make sure to

look directly or use the mirrors

to check the safety of the area

around your vehicle, especially

behind the vehicle.

• Be careful so that a necktie,

scarf, or arm does not get

caught. Keep your upper body

away from the steering wheel.

Also, keep children away from

the steering wheel.

• Long fingernails may be caught

and when the steering wheel is

rotating, leading to injury.

• In an emergency, depress the

brake pedal to stop the vehicle,

and then press the Advanced

Park main switch to disable the

system.

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• When there is a hole or gutter in

WARNING

the exit direction

●Do not allow anyone to put their

hands outside of a window while

this system is operating.

• When in high pedestrian or

vehicle traffic areas

• When the parking space is in a

location that is difficult to park in

(too narrow for your vehicle,

etc.)

■To ensure correct operation

of the Advanced Park

Observe the following precau-

tions. Failing to do so may result

in the vehicle being unable to be

driven safely and possibly cause

an accident.

• When images are unclear due

to dirt or snow attached to the

camera lens, light being shined

into the camera or shadows

●Do not use this system in situa-

tions such as the following:

• When tire chains or a compact

spare tire is installed to the vehi-

cle

• When in areas other than com-

mon parking spaces

• When the doors or back door

are not completely closed

• When the surface of the parking

space is sand or gravel and is

not clearly defined with parking

space lines

• When an arm is held outside of

a window

• When the parking space is not

level, such as when on a slope

or has differences in height

• In inclement weather such as

heavy rain or snow

●Make sure to use only standard

sized tires, such as those that

were installed to the vehicle

when it was shipped from the

factory. Otherwise, Advanced

Park may not operate properly.

Also, when the tires have been

replaced, the displayed position

of the lines or box displayed on

the screen may become incor-

rect. When replacing the tires,

contact your Toyota dealer.

• Mechanical parking system

• Parking lot with a device which

raises to contact the bottom of

the vehicle

• When the road surface is fro-

zen, slick, or covered with snow

• When it is extremely hot and the

asphalt is melting

• When there are objects around

the vehicle

●In situations such as the follow-

ing, it may not be possible for

the system to provide assis-

tance to a registered parking

spot:

• When there is an object

between your vehicle and the

target parking spot or within the

target parking spot (within the

displayed blue box)

• When the tires are extremely

worn or the tire inflation pres-

sure is low

• When there is a gutter between

your vehicle and the target park-

ing space or within the target

parking spot (within the dis-

played blue box)

• When carrying a heavy load

• When the vehicle is tilted due to

the carried load

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 Front camera

WARNING

• When a heater is installed in the

surface of the parking space

(road surface freeze prevention

heater)

• When the wheels are mis-

aligned, such after a wheel has

been subjected to a strong

impact

• When a pedestrian or passing

vehicle is detected during assis-

tance

 Side cameras

• When something is incorrectly

detected as a parking line (light,

reflections from a building, dif-

ference in height on the parking

surface, a gutter, painted road

lines, redrawn lines, etc.)

If the vehicle deviates greatly from

the set parking space in any situa-

tion other than the above, have

the vehicle inspected by your

Toyota dealer.

5

 Rear camera

NOTICE

■Precautions for use

Advanced Park

If the 12-volt battery was dis-

charged or has been removed

and installed, fold and extend the

outside rear view mirrors.

Types of cameras and

sensors used for the

Advanced Park

Depending on the vehicle grade

and equipped options, the

actual rear camera may be dif-

ferent from this illustration.

Cameras and sensors are used

to detect parked vehicles, mak-

ing it easier to identify parking

spaces.

 Sensors

P.363

■Camera images

As special cameras are used, the

colors in displayed images may dif-

fer from the actual color.

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■Precautions for use

night, in an underground parking

lot, parking garage, etc.

For details on the following, refer to

“Panoramic view monitor” of “Park-

ing assist system” in the “MULTIME-

DIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.

• When it is raining or has rained

and the road surface is wet and

reflective or there are puddles

• When the sun is shining directly

into a camera, such as in the early

morning or evening

●Displayable range of the screens

●Cameras

• When the parking space is cov-

ered with snow or de-icing agent

• When there marks from repairs or

other marks on the road surface,

or there is a traffic bollard, or other

object on the road surface

●Differences between displayed

images and the actual road

●Differences between displayed

images and the actual objects

■Detection range of the cameras

and sensors

• When the color or brightness of

the road surface is uneven

●If a parked vehicle is behind the

target parking space and the dis-

tance between it and the vehicle

becomes far, it may no longer be

able to be detected. Depending on

shape or condition of a parked

vehicle, the detection range may

become short or the vehicle may

not be detected.

• When a camera has been

splashed by hot or cold water and

the lens has fogged up

• When the appearance of the park-

ing space is affected by the

shadow of the vehicle or trees

• When a camera lens is dirty or

covered with water droplets

●In situations such as the following,

the target parking space may not

be recognized correctly:

• When there marks from repairs or

other marks on the road surface,

or there is a parking block, traffic

bollard, or other object on the road

surface

• When it is raining or has rained

and the road surface is wet and

reflective or there are puddles

• When the area around the vehicle

is dark or backlit

• When the color or brightness of

the road surface is uneven

• When the parking space is on a

slope

• When there are diagonal lines

(access aisle) near the parking

space

• When the appearance of the park-

ing space is affected by the

shadow of a parked vehicle (such

as shadows from the grille, side

step, etc.)

• When accessories which obstruct

the view of the camera are

installed

• When the parking space lines are

faded or dirty, making them

●Objects other than parked vehi-

cles, such as columns, walls, etc.,

may not be detected. Also, if they

are detected, they may cause the

target parking space to be mis-

aligned.

■Situations in which parking

space lines may not be recog-

nized properly

●In situations such as the following,

parking space lines on the road

surface may not be detected:

• When the parking space does not

use lines (parking space boundar-

ies are marked with rope, blocks,

etc.)

• When the parking space lines are

faded or dirty, making them

unclear

• When the road surface is bright,

such as concrete, and the contrast

between it and the white parking

space lines is small

• When the parking space lines are

any color other than yellow or

white

• When the area surrounding the

parking space is dark, such as at

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unclear

• Do not install any accessories

near the detection area of the

sensors.

• When the appearance of the park-

ing space is affected by the

shadow of the vehicle or trees

■Sensor detection information

P.365

Turning the Advanced

Park system on/off

■Objects which the sensor may

not be properly detected

Press the Advanced Park main

switch.

P.366

■Situations in which the sensor

may not operate properly

If the switch is pressed while assis-

tance is being performed, the assis-

tance will be canceled.

P.366

■Situations in which parking

assistance may not operate

even if there is no possibility of

a collision

P.367

WARNING

■Precautions for the cameras

and sensors

5

●Due to the characteristics of the

camera lens, the position of and

distance to people and objects

displayed on the screen may

differ from the actual situation.

For details, refer to “MULTIME-

DIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.

■Operating conditions of the

Advanced Park

Assistance will begin when all of the

following conditions are met:

●The brake pedal is depressed

●The vehicle is stopped

●Make sure to observe the pre-

cautions for using the intuitive

parking assist, otherwise a sen-

sor may not operate correctly,

possibly leading to an accident.

(P.364)

●The driver’s seat belt is fastened

●The steering wheel is not being

operated

●The accelerator pedal is not

depressed

●In situations such as the follow-

ing, the sensors may not oper-

ate correctly, possibly leading to

an accident. Proceed carefully.

●All of the doors and the back door

are closed

●The outside rear view mirrors are

not folded

• When there is a parked vehicle

next to the target parking space,

if the displayed target parking

space is far from the actual tar-

get parking space, a sensor

may be misaligned. Have the

vehicle inspected by your

Toyota dealer.

●The parking brake is not engaged

●The dynamic radar cruise control

are not operating

●ABS, VSC, TRAC, PCS and

PKSB are not operating

●The vehicle is not on a steep

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Select to change between the

slope

memory function and the perpen-

dicular parking (forward/reverse)

function and parallel parking func-

tion. (P.416)

●The VSC and TRAC are not

turned off

If assistance cannot be started,

check the message displayed on

the Multimedia Display (P.421).

E

“Start” button

Select to start parking assistance.

Advanced Park guidance

screens

F

Perpendicular parking direc-

tion change button

Guidance screens are displayed

on the Multimedia Display.

Select to change between the park-

ing (forward) function and parking

(reverse) function

 Guidance screen (When

assistance starts)

: Change the perpendicular

parking (forward) function

: Change the perpendicular

parking (reverse) function

G

Customize setting button

Select to display the Advanced

Park setting screen. (P.420)

H

Registration button

Select to begin registering a park-

ing space.

A

Target parking space box

(blue)

 Guidance screen (When

reversing)

B

C

Advice display

Parking type change button

If multiple buttons are displayed,

depending on the condition of the

button its function differs as follows.

or : Change the target to

another parking space.

or : Select the current target

parking space.

A

Operation icon

: Select to change to the parallel

parking function

Displayed when the Advanced Park

is operating.

: Change the perpendicular

parking (forward/reverse) function

B

Guide lines (yellow and red)

Display points from the center of

D

“MODE” button

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the edge of the front or rear bumper

to the target stopping position (yel-

*1

■Brake control operation when

Advanced Park is operating

While the Advanced Park is operat-

ing, if the system determines that

the possibility of collision with

detected moving or stationary object

is high, the hybrid system output

restriction control and brake control

will operate.

low) and approximately 1 ft. (0.3

m) (red) from the vehicle.

C

Moving object warning icon

D

Emergency support brake

control operation display

“BRAKE!” is displayed.

If brake control operates, Advanced

Park operation will be suspended

and a message will be displayed on

the multi-information display.

E

Intuitive parking assist dis-

play

■Buzzer

P.363

Depending on surrounding sounds

or sounds from other systems, it

may be difficult to hear the buzzer of

this system.

Rear camera washer switch^*2

F

(if equipped)

Press shortly:

■If a black screen is displayed on

the Multimedia Display when

the Advanced Park is operating

The rear camera washer operates

for a certain period of time.

The system is being affected by

radio waves or may be malfunction-

ing. If a radio antenna is installed

near a camera, move it to a location

as far from the cameras as possible.

If a radio antenna is not installed

near a camera, and the screen does

not return to normal after turning the

power switch off and then starting

the hybrid system again, have the

vehicle inspected by your Toyota

dealer.

Press and hold:

5

The rear camera washer operates

while the rear camera washer

switch remains pressed.

*1

:The yellow lateral line is not dis-

played when the target stopping

position is approximately 8.2 ft.

(2.5 m) or more away from the

vehicle.

*2

:Refer to “Panoramic view moni-

tor” of “Parking assist system” in

the “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S

MANUAL”.

Perpendicular parking

(forward/reverse) function

The perpendicular parking (for-

ward/reverse) function can be

used if the target parking space

can be detected when the vehi-

cle is stopped close and perpen-

dicular to the center of the

■Intuitive parking assist pop-up

display

Regardless of whether the intuitive

parking assist is off or on (P.364),

if an object is detected by the intui-

tive parking assist when the

Advanced Park is operating, the

intuitive parking assist pop up dis-

play will automatically be displayed

over the guidance display.

parking space. Also, depending

on the condition of the parking

space, etc., if it is necessary to

change the direction of travel of

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5-5. Using the driving support systems

the vehicle, the shift position can

be changed by assistance con-

trol.

 If there is an adjacent parked

vehicle

Parking using the perpen-

dicular parking (for-

ward/reverse) function

1 Stop the vehicle at a position

close and perpendicular to

the center of the target park-

ing space.

Approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m)^*

A

 If there are parking space

lines

B

Approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) or

more^*

C

Approximately 19.7 ft. (6 m)

or more^*

D

Approximately 18.0 ft. (5.5 m)

or more^*

The system can operate even if

there is a vehicle on only one side

of the target parking space.

Approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m)^*

: This is a reference measurement

*

A

for detection of a parking space.

Depending on the surrounding

environment, detection may not

be possible.

Approximately 8.2 ft. (2.5 m)^*

B

C

Approximately 19.7 ft. (6 m)

or more^*

2 Press the Advanced Park

main switch and check that a

possible parking space is dis-

D

Approximately 18.0 ft. (5.5 m)

or more^*

The system can operate even if

there is a parking space line on

only one side of the target parking

space.

*

: This is a reference measurement

for detection of a parking space.

Depending on the surrounding

environment, detection may not

be possible.

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A buzzer will sound, an operation

message will be displayed on the

multi-information display, and

assistance will begin operating.

played on the Multimedia

Display.

 When the brake pedal is

released, “Moving Forward...”,

“Backing Up...” will be dis-

played and the vehicle will

begin moving for-

 If a space which your vehicle

can be parked is detected, a

target parking space box will

be displayed.

ward/reverse.

5

 To cancel assistance, press

the Advanced Park main

switch.

 If it is possible to parallel park

in the space, select the park-

If assistance is canceled,

“Advanced Park Cancel” will be dis-

played.

ing space, and then select

to change to the parallel park-

ing function.

If you feel that the vehicle is

approaching close to a surround-

ing vehicle, object, person, or gut-

ter: P.406

 If it is possible to change the

direction which a parking

space is entered, select the

parking space, and then

4 Perform operations as indi-

cated by the advice displays

until the vehicle stops in the

target parking space.

select

direction.

or

change the

 Depending on the surround-

ing environment, it may not be

possible to use this function.

According to the information

displayed on the Multimedia

Display, use the function on

another parking space.

When the vehicle stops, “Advanced

Park Finished” will be displayed

and parking assistance will end.

If you select

on the Multimedia

Display, the vehicle displayed on

the parking assist completion

3 Select “Start” button.

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screen will rotate.

●As the target parking space will

not be able to be set correctly if

the surface of the parking space

is on a slope or has differences

in height, the vehicle may stray

from the target parking space or

be slanted. Therefore, do not

use the function for this kind of

parking spot.

●When parking in a narrow park-

ing space, the vehicle may

closely approach an adjacent

parked vehicle. If a collision

seems likely, depress the brake

pedal to stop the vehicle.

■If you feel that the vehicle is

approaching close to a sur-

rounding vehicle, object, per-

son, or gutter

●If a detected parked vehicle is

narrow or parked extremely

close to the curb, the position at

which assistance will park the

vehicle will also be close to the

curb. If it seems likely the vehi-

cle will collide with something or

drive off of the road, depress

the brake pedal to stop the vehi-

cle, and then press the Advance

Park main switch to disable the

system.

Depress the brake pedal to stop the

vehicle and then change the shift

position to change the direction of

travel of the vehicle. At this time,

assist will be suspended. However,

if the “Start” button is selected,

assist will resume and the vehicle

will move in the direction corre-

sponding to the selected shift posi-

tion.

■When the brakes have been

operated

When the brakes have been oper-

ated, brake operation sound may be

heard. This does not indicate a mal-

function.

Advanced Park perpen-

dicular exiting (for-

ward/reverse) function

When exiting from a perpendic-

ular parking space, if the system

determines that exit is possible

the perpendicular exiting (for-

ward/reverse) function can be

used. Also, depending on the

surrounding environment, if it is

necessary to change the direc-

tion of travel of the vehicle, the

shift position can be changed by

assistance control.

NOTICE

■When using the perpendicu-

lar parking (forward/reverse)

function

●Make sure that there are no

obstructions within the yellow

guide lines and between the

vehicle and target parking spot.

If there are any obstructions

between the vehicle and the tar-

get parking space, or between

the yellow guide lines, cancel

the function.

407

5-5. Using the driving support systems

assistance will begin operating.

Leaving a parking space

using the perpendicular

exiting (forward/reverse)

function

1 With the brake pedal

depressed and P shift posi-

tion selected, press the

Advanced Park main switch

and check that the exit direc-

tion selection screen is dis-

played on the Multimedia

Display.

To cancel assistance, press the

Advanced Park main switch.

If assistance is canceled,

“Advanced Park Cancel” will be dis-

played.

If you feel that the vehicle is

approaching close to a surround-

ing vehicle, object, person, or gut-

ter: P.406

4 Perform operations as indi-

cated by the advice displays

until the vehicle is in a posi-

tion where exit is possible.

5

When the vehicle reaches a posi-

tion where exit is possible, “You

can exit by moving the steering

wheel” will be displayed. If the

steering wheel is operated,

“Advanced Park Finished” will be

displayed and assistance will end.

2 Select an arrow on the Multi-

media Display to select the

direction you wish to exit.

As assistance will end while the

vehicle is moving, grip the steering

wheel and drive forward.

If the turn signal lever is operated,

only exit to the left or right can be

selected.

If the steering wheel is not oper-

ated, the vehicle will stop at the exit

position. Assistance can be ended

by depressing the accelerator pedal

3 Depress the brake pedal and

select “Start” button.

A buzzer will sound, an operation

message will be displayed on the

multi-information display, and

408

5-5. Using the driving support systems

or brake pedal.

■When the brakes have been

operated

P.406

■If you feel that the vehicle is

approaching close to a sur-

rounding vehicle, object, per-

son, or gutter

Advanced Park parallel

parking function

The parallel parking function

can be used if the target parking

space can be detected when the

vehicle is stopped close and

aligned with the center of the

parking space. Also, depending

on the condition of the parking

space, etc., if it is necessary to

change the direction of travel of

the vehicle, the shift position can

be changed by assistance con-

trol.

P.406

■Perpendicular exiting (for-

ward/reverse) function

Do not use exiting (for-

ward/reverse) function in any situa-

tion other than when exiting a

parallel parking spot. If assistance is

started unintentionally, depress the

brake pedal and stop the vehicle,

then press the Advanced Park main

switch to cancel assistance.

■Situations in which the perpen-

dicularexiting (forward/reverse)

function will not operate

In situations such as the following,

the perpendicular exiting (for-

ward/reverse) function will not oper-

ate:

Parking using the parallel

parking function

●When a vehicle which is waiting to

park is in the exit direction

1 Stop the vehicle with it

aligned near the center of the

target parking space.

●When a wall, column, or person is

detected as near a front or rear

center or corner sensor

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5-5. Using the driving support systems

 If there are parking space

lines

 If there is an adjacent parked

vehicle

5

Approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m) ^*

Approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m)^*

A

Approximately 19.7 ft. (6 m)^*

Approximately 23.0 ft. (7 m)

or more^*

B

C

Approximately 14.8 ft. (4.5 m)

or more^*

C

Approximately 14.8 ft. (4.5 m)

or more^*

D

Approximately 26.2 ft. (8 m)

or more^*

D

Approximately 26.2 ft. (8 m)

or more^*

*

: This is a reference measurement

for detection of a parking space.

Depending on the surrounding

environment, detection may not

be possible.

*

: This is a reference measurement

for detection of a parking space.

Depending on the surrounding

environment, detection may not

be possible.

2 Press the Advanced Park

main switch and check that a

possible parking space is dis-

410

5-5. Using the driving support systems

assistance will begin operating.

played on the Multimedia

Display.

 When the brake pedal is

released, “Moving Forward...”

will be displayed and the vehi-

cle will begin moving forward.

 To cancel assistance, press

the Advanced Park main

switch.

 If a space which your vehicle

can be parked is detected, a

target parking space box will

be displayed.

If assistance is canceled,

“Advanced Park Cancel” will be dis-

played.

 If it is possible to perpendicu-

lar parking (forward/reverse)

in the space, select the park-

If you feel that the vehicle is

approaching close to a surround-

ing vehicle, object, person, or gut-

ter: P.406

ing space, and then select

to change to the perpendicu-

lar parking (forward/reverse)

function.

4 Perform operations as indi-

cated by the advice displays

until the vehicle stops in the

target parking space.

 Depending on the surround-

ing environment, it may not be

possible to use this function.

According to the information

displayed on the Multimedia

Display, use the function on

another parking space.

When the vehicle stops, “Advanced

Park Finished” will be displayed

and parking assistance will end.

If you select

on the Multimedia

Display, the vehicle displayed on

the parking assist completion

3 Select “Start” button.

A buzzer will sound, an operation

message will be displayed on the

multi-information display, and

411

5-5. Using the driving support systems

screen will rotate.

NOTICE

■When using the parallel park-

ing function

●Make sure that there are no

obstructions within the yellow

guide lines and between the

vehicle and target parking spot.

If any obstructions are detected

within the yellow guide lines or

between the vehicle and the tar-

get parking space, the parallel

parking function will be can-

celled or suspended.

■If you feel that the vehicle is

approaching close to a sur-

rounding vehicle, object, per-

son, or gutter

●As the target parking space will

not be able to be set correctly if

the surface of the parking space

is on a slope or has differences

in height, the vehicle may stray

from the target parking space or

be slanted. Therefore, do not

use the parallel parking function

for this kind of parking spot.

P.406

■“No available parking space” is

displayed

Even if the vehicle is stopped paral-

lel to a parking space, an adjacent

parked vehicle may not be detected.

In this case, if the vehicle is moved

to a position that a parked vehicle

can be detected, assistance can be

started.

5

●If an adjacent parked vehicle is

narrow or parked extremely

close to the curb, the position at

which assistance will park the

vehicle will also be close to the

curb. If it seems likely the vehi-

cle will collide with the curb or

drive off of the road, depress

the brake pedal to stop the vehi-

cle, and then press the

Advanced Park main switch to

disable the system.

■When the brakes have been

operated

P.406

412

5-5. Using the driving support systems

played on the Multimedia

Display.

NOTICE

●If there is a wall or other barrier

on the inner side of the parking

space, the vehicle may stop at a

position slightly outside of the

set target parking space.

Advanced Park parallel

exiting function

When exiting from a parallel

parking space, if the system

determines that exit is possible

the parallel exiting function can

be used. Also, depending on the

surrounding environment, if it is

necessary to change the direc-

tion of travel of the vehicle, the

shift position can be changed by

assistance control.

2 Select an arrow on the Multi-

media Display to select the

direction you wish to exit.

If the turn signal lever is operated,

only exit to the left or right can be

selected.

3 Depress the brake pedal and

Leaving a parking space

using the parallel exiting

function

select “Start” button.

A buzzer will sound, an operation

message will be displayed on the

multi-information display, and

assistance will begin operating.

1 With the brake pedal

depressed and P shift posi-

tion selected, press the

To cancel assistance, press the

Advanced Park main switch.

Advanced Park main switch

and check that the exit direc-

tion selection screen is dis-

If assistance is canceled,

“Advanced Park Cancel” will be dis-

played.

If you feel that the vehicle is

approaching close to a surround-

ing vehicle, object, person, or gut-

ter: P.406

4 Perform operations as indi-

cated by the advice displays

until the vehicle is in a posi-

tion where exit is possible.

When the vehicle reaches a posi-

tion where exit is possible, “You

can exit by moving the steering

413

5-5. Using the driving support systems

wheel” will be displayed. If the

steering wheel is operated,

■Situations in which the parallel

exiting function will not operate

“Advanced Park Finished” will be

displayed and assistance will end.

In situations such as the following,

the parallel exiting function will not

operate:

As assistance will end while the

vehicle is moving, grip the steering

wheel and drive forward.

●When vehicles waiting at a traffic

signal in the exit direction

If the steering wheel is not oper-

ated, the vehicle will stop at the exit

position. Assistance can be ended

by depressing the accelerator pedal

or brake pedal.

●When a vehicle is stopped in the

area behind where the vehicle will

exit

5

●When a wall, column, or person is

detected as near a front or rear

side sensor

■If you feel that the vehicle is

approaching close to a sur-

rounding vehicle, object, per-

son, or gutter

P.406

■Parallel exiting function

●When the vehicle has been

parked on a curb and a side sen-

sor detects the road surface

Do not use parallel exiting function

in any situation other than when

exiting a parallel parking spot. If

assistance is started unintentionally,

depress the brake pedal and stop

the vehicle, then press the

Advanced Park main switch to can-

cel assistance.

414

5-5. Using the driving support systems

A

Approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m)

2 Press the main switch and

then select

.

If the Advanced Park main switch is

pressed at a parking space without

parking lines or any adjacent

parked vehicles, “No available

parking space” may be displayed.

●When a vehicle is not parked in

front of the vehicle

Continuously select and hold

.

●When there is excessive space

between the front of the vehicle

and a parked vehicle

■When the brakes have been

operated

P.406

Advanced Park memory

function

The memory function can be

used to park in a previously reg-

istered parking space, even if

there are no parking space lines

or adjacent parked vehicles.

3 Select perpendicular parking

(forward/reverse) function or

parallel parking function.

Up to 3 parking spaces can be

registered.

Only parking spaces for which

assist can be performed are dis-

played.

Registering a parking

space

1 Stop the vehicle with it

aligned near the center of the

target parking space.

4 Select the parking direction.

When perpendicular parking (for-

ward/reverse) was selected in step

415

5-5. Using the driving support systems

3:

moving forward.

If you feel that the vehicle is

approaching close to a surround-

ing vehicle, object, person, or gut-

ter: P.406

When parallel parking was selected

in step 3:

5

5 Using the arrow buttons,

adjust the position of the

parking space to be regis-

tered, and then select “OK”

button.

7 Perform operations as indi-

cated by the advice displays

until the vehicle stops in the

target parking space.

8 Check the position that the

vehicle has stopped. If nec-

essary, adjust the position of

the parking spot to be regis-

tered using the arrow but-

tons, and then select “Reg.”

button.

“Registration Completed” will be

displayed on the Multimedia Dis-

6 Select “Start” button.

A buzzer will sound, an operation

message will be displayed on the

multi-information display, and

assistance will begin operating.

When the brake pedal is released,

“Moving Forward...” will be dis-

played and the vehicle will begin

416

5-5. Using the driving support systems

play.

played on the Multimedia

Display.

If the “MODE” button is displayed,

the button can be touched to

change between the memory func-

tion, perpendicular parking (for-

ward/reverse) function and parallel

parking function.

 Register the parking space

only if there are no obstruc-

tions within the area shown by

the thick lines.

 The amount that the position

of the parking spot to be reg-

istered can be adjusted is lim-

ited.

When parking in a parking

space registered to the

memory function

3 Select the desired parking

space, and then select “Start”

button.

1 Stop the vehicle with it

aligned near the center of the

target parking space.

Perform the procedure for the per-

pendicular parking (for-

ward/reverse) function from step 3.

(P.403)

■If you feel that the vehicle is

approaching close to a sur-

rounding vehicle, object, per-

son, or gutter

P.406

■When overwriting a registered

parking space

If the maximum number of parking

spaces have been registered and

A

Approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m)

is selected, a registered parking

space can be selected and then

overwritten with a new parking

space.

2 Press the Advanced Park

main switch and check that a

possible parking space is dis-

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5-5. Using the driving support systems

• When it is raining or snowing

• When the surrounding area is

dark (at night, etc.)

●In situations such as the follow-

ing, it may not be possible to

register a parking space.

• When there is insufficient space

between the road and parking

space

■When multiple parking spaces

are registered

Select the desired parking space,

and then select “Start” button.

• When the road surface around

the parking space does not

have any differences the sys-

tem can recognize

●If a parking space has been reg-

istered in situations such as the

following, assistance may not

be able to be started later or

assistance to the registered

position may not be possible.

■When the brakes have been

• When shadows are cast on the

parking space (there is a carport

over the parking space, etc.)

operated

5

P.406

NOTICE

■When using the memory

function (P.406, 411)

●The memory function is a func-

tion which provides assistance

in parking in a previously regis-

tered parking space. If the con-

dition of the road surface,

vehicle, or surrounding area dif-

fers from when registration was

performed, the parking space

may not be able to be detected

correctly or assistance may not

be provided to the point that the

vehicle is fully parked.

• When there are leaves, gar-

bage, or other objects which will

likely move, in the parking

space

• When the road surface around

the parking space has the same

repeating pattern (brick, etc.)

●Do not register a parking space

in situations such as the follow-

ing, as the set parking space

may not be able to be registered

or assistance may not be possi-

ble later.

• When a camera lens is dirty or

covered with water droplets

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5-5. Using the driving support systems

• When there is a low protrusion

NOTICE

on the road surface near the

parking space

●In situations such as the follow-

ing, it may not be possible for

the system to provide assis-

tance to a registered parking

spot:

• When the parking space is on a

slope

• When a camera has been

splashed by hot or cold water

and the lens has fogged up

• When the appearance of the

parking space is affected by the

shadow of the vehicle or trees

• When a camera lens is dirty or

covered with water droplets

• When an object is detected in

the registered parking space

• When accessories which

obstruct the view of the camera

are installed

If assistance is ended during

registration, perform registration

again.

• When a pedestrian or passing

vehicle is detected during assis-

tance

• When the position the vehicle is

stopped when assistance is

started differs from the position

when registration was per-

formed

●When registering a parking

space to the memory function, if

the road surface cannot be

detected “No available parking

space to register” will be dis-

played.

• When the registered parking

space cannot be reached due to

the existence of parking blocks,

etc.

●When using the memory func-

tion, make sure to stop immedi-

ately in front of the stop

position. Otherwise the parking

space may not be able to be

detected correctly or assis-

tance may not be provided to

the point that the vehicle is fully

parked.

• When the road surface around

the parking space has changed

(road surface has degraded or

been resurfaced)

• When the sunlight conditions

differ from when registration

was performed (due to weather

or time of day)

●Do not use the memory function

if a camera has been subjected

to a strong impact or images of

the panoramic view monitor are

misaligned.

• When the sun is shining directly

into a camera, such as in the

early morning or evening

• When the color or brightness of

the road surface is uneven

●If a camera has been replaced,

as the installation angle of the

camera will have changed, it will

be necessary to reregister park-

ing spaces of the memory func-

tion.

• When a light is temporarily

shined on the parking space

(lights of another vehicle, secu-

rity light, etc.)

• When the road surface around

the parking space has the same

repeating pattern

419

5-5. Using the driving support systems

stopped, “Cancel” was

selected on the Multimedia

Display

Advanced Park cancel-

ation/suspension

■ Assistance will be can-

celed when

■ Assistance will be sus-

pended when

In situations such as the follow-

ing, Advanced Park operation

will be canceled. Firmly hold the

steering wheel and depress the

brake pedal to stop the vehicle.

In situations such as the follow-

ing, Advanced Park operation

will be suspended.

Assistance can be started again

by following the directions dis-

played on the Multimedia Dis-

play.

As system operation has been

canceled, begin the operation

again or continue parking manu-

ally, using the steering wheel.

Also, when assistance is sus-

pended, if the shift position is

changed twice with the brake

pedal depressed, assistance will

be canceled in that shift posi-

tion. However, if assistance is

suspended by changing the shift

position, assistance will be can-

celed if the shift position is

changed once.

 The Advanced Park main

switch is pushed

 The shift position has been

changed to P

5

 The parking brake is engaged

 A door or the back door is

opened

 The driver’s seat belt is unfas-

tened

 The steering wheel is oper-

ated

 The outside rear view mirrors

are folded

 The accelerator pedal is

depressed

 The TRAC or VSC is turned

off

 The shift position has been

changed

 The TRAC, VSC or ABS oper-

ates

 A moving object or stationary

object that may collide with

your vehicle has been

 The power switch is pressed

detected, resulting in the

operation of the hybrid system

output control/braking control.

 The system determines assis-

tance cannot be continued in

the current parking environ-

ment

 Camera switch is pressed

 The system malfunctions

 While the vehicle was

420

5-5. Using the driving support systems

■ “Exit dir.: Par.”

Changing the Advanced

Park settings

The preferred exit direction dis-

played when it is possible to exit

to the left or right from a parallel

parking space can be selected.

Select

on the Multimedia

Display, and then select

“Advanced Park”.

■ “Parking view”

■ “Speed Profile”

The display angle of the camera

image when using the perpen-

dicular parking (for-

The vehicle speed for when

assistance is performed can be

set.

ward/reverse) function or

parallel parking function can be

set.

This setting cannot be changed

when registering a parking

space to the memory function.

■ “Exit view”

The display angle of the camera

image when using the perpen-

dicular exiting (forward/reverse)

function or parallel parking exit

function can be set.

■ “Detect. range”

The distance from which obsta-

cles will be avoided while assis-

tance is being performed can be

set.

■ “Parking Path Adjustment”

■ “Prk. Method”

The course for when parking

assistance is operating can be

adjusted inward or outward.

The preferred parking direction

displayed when at a parking

space which perpendicular (for-

ward/reverse) or parallel parking

is possible can be set.

If the tires are worn, the path of

vehicle may be offset from the

center of the parking space. In

this case, use this setting to

adjust the parking course.

■ “Prk. direction”

The preferred parking direction

displayed when it is possible to

pull perpendicular forward or

reverse into a parking space can

be selected.

■ “Road Width Adjustment”

When parking assistance is

started, the amount of lateral

movement while the vehicle is

moving forward can be

adjusted.

■ “Exit dir.: Per.”

The preferred exit direction dis-

played when it is possible to pull

forward or reverse to the left or

right out of a parking space can

be selected.

■ “Park Position Adjustment

(fwd.)”

The position at which perpendic-

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5-5. Using the driving support systems

ular parking (forward) is com-

●If it is likely that your vehicle will

collide with a nearby vehi-

cle/object, parking block, curb

stone, etc., depress the brake

pedal to stop the vehicle and

press the Advanced Park main

switch to disable the system.

pleted can be adjusted. (Except

when using the memory func-

tion.)

■ “Park Position Adjustment

(rev.)”

The position at which perpendic-

ular parking (reverse) is com-

pleted can be adjusted. (Except

when using the memory func-

tion.)

Advanced Park displayed

messages

The operating state, assistance

operation, etc. of the Advanced

Park is displayed on the Multi-

media Display. If a message is

displayed, respond according to

the content displayed.

■ “Rear Accessory Setting”

If an accessory, such as a trailer

hitch, has been installed to the

rear of the vehicle, the length of

the rear of the vehicle can be

adjusted to help avoid colliding

with objects to the rear of the

vehicle.

■If “No available parking space”

is displayed

5

Move the vehicle to a location where

a parking space or parking lines can

be detected.

■ “Clear Registered Parking

■If “Unavailable in current condi-

tion” is displayed

Space”

The parking spaces registered

to the memory function can be

deleted. Parking space informa-

tion cannot be deleted when

assistance is being performed

or when registering parking

space information to the mem-

ory function.

Move the vehicle to another location

and use the system.

■If “Not enough space to exit” is

displayed

The parallel parking exit function

cannot be used due to a situation

such as the distance between your

vehicle and vehicles parked in front

of and behind your vehicle being

short, the existence of an object in

the exit direction, etc.

NOTICE

Check the conditions of the area

around your vehicle and exit from

the parking space manually.

●Take care when using the park

position adjustment (forward) or

park position adjustment

(reverse) for adjusting because

the vehicle may collide with

parking blocks, curb stones, or

other low objects.

■If “Cannot control speed” is

displayed

The system judged that it cannot

adjust the speed of the vehicle when

using the system in an area with a

slope or step and assistance was

canceled.

422

5-5. Using the driving support systems

Use the system in a level location.

Driving mode select

sw itch

■If “Obstacle detected” is dis-

played

As a moving object or stationary

object that may collide with your

vehicle has been detected, the

hybrid system output control/braking

control operates to suspend

The driving modes can be

selected to suit the driving

and usage conditions.

Advanced Park assistance.

Check the condition of the surround-

ing area. To resume assistance,

select the “Start” button on the Multi-

media Display.

Selecting a driving mode

Operate the driving mode select

switch forward or backward to

select the desired driving mode.

■If “No available parking space

to register” is displayed

This message is displayed when

is selected at a parking space that

cannot be detected.

Operate the system at a parking

space where differences in the road

surface can be recognized.

(P.414)

A

Indicator

B

Driving mode select switch

1 Normal mode

Provides an optimal balance of fuel

economy, quietness, and dynamic

performance. Suitable for normal

driving.

2 Eco drive mode

Helps the driver accelerate in an

eco-friendly manner and improve

fuel economy through moderate

throttle characteristics and by con-

trolling the operation of the air con-

ditioning system (heating/cooling).

423

5-5. Using the driving support systems

When Eco drive mode is selected, ●Deactivate Eco drive mode

Eco drive mode indicator comes

on.

●Turn off eco air conditioning mode

(P.440)

■Automatic deactivation of a

3 Sport mode

driving mode

Controls the hybrid system to pro-

vide quick, powerful acceleration.

This mode also expands the possi-

ble rate of deceleration by operat-

ing the accelerator pedal and

enables acceleration/deceleration

control based on the driver’s inten-

tions. This changes the steering

feel, making it suitable for when

agile driving response is desired,

such as when driving on roads with

many curves.

●Sport mode and Custom mode

are automatically deactivated and

the driving mode returns to normal

mode when the power switch is

turned to OFF.

●Normal mode and Eco drive mode

are not deactivated until another

driving mode is selected. (Even if

the power switch is turned to OFF,

normal mode and Eco drive mode

will not be automatically deacti-

vated.)

■Customization

When Sport mode is selected,

Sport mode indicator comes on.

The custom mode can be changed.

(Customizable features: P.618)

4 Custom mode

Allows you to drive with the power

train, steering wheel and air condi-

tioning system functions set to your

preferred settings.

5

Custom mode settings can only be

changed on the drive mode cus-

tomization display of Multimedia

Display. (P.632)

When the Custom mode is

selected, Custom mode indicator

comes on.

■Operation of the air condition-

ing system in Eco drive mode

When Eco drive mode is selected,

the air conditioning system will auto-

matically be changed to eco air con-

ditioning mode.

Eco air conditioning mode controls

the heating/cooling operations and

fan speed of the air conditioning

system to enhance fuel efficiency.

To improve air conditioning perfor-

mance, perform the following opera-

tions:

●Adjust the fan speed (P.435)

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■ VSC (Vehicle Stability Con-

trol)

Driving assist system s

Helps the driver to control skid-

ding when swerving suddenly or

turning on slippery road sur-

faces.

To keep driving safety and

performance, the following

systems operate automati-

cally in response to various

driving situations. Be

■ Enhanced VSC (Enhanced

Vehicle Stability Control)

aware, however, that these

systems are supplementary

and should not be relied

upon too heavily when oper-

ating the vehicle.

Provides cooperative control of

the ABS, TRAC, VSC and EPS.

Helps to maintain directional

stability when swerving on slip-

pery road surfaces by con-

trolling steering performance.

Summary of the driving

assist systems

■ TRAC (Traction Control)

■ ECB (Electronically Con-

trolled Brake System)

Helps to maintain drive power

and prevent the drive wheels

from spinning when starting the

vehicle or accelerating on slip-

pery roads

The electronically controlled

system generates braking force

corresponding to the brake

operation

■ Active Cornering Assist

(ACA)

■ ABS (Anti-lock Brake Sys-

tem)

Helps to prevent the vehicle

from drifting to the outer side by

performing inner wheel brake

control when attempting to

accelerate while turning

Helps to prevent wheel lock

when the brakes are applied

suddenly, or if the brakes are

applied while driving on a slip-

pery road surface

■ Hill-start assist control

■ Brake assist

Helps to reduce the backward

movement of the vehicle when

starting on an uphill

Generates an increased level of

braking force after the brake

pedal is depressed when the

system detects a panic stop sit-

uation

■ EPS (Electric Power Steer-

ing)

Employs an electric motor to

reduce the amount of effort

needed to turn the steering

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The “Traction Control Turned OFF”

will be shown on the multi-informa-

tion display.

wheel.

■ The Secondary Collision

Brake

Press

again to turn the system

When the SRS airbag sensor

detects a collision and the sys-

tem operates, the brakes and

brake lights are automatically

controlled to reduce the vehicle

speed and help reduce the pos-

sibility of further damage due to

a secondary collision.

back on.

■Turning off both TRAC and VSC

systems

To turn the TRAC and VSC systems

off, press and hold

for more than

3 seconds while the vehicle is

stopped.

The VSC OFF indicator light will

come on and the “Traction Control

Turned OFF” will be shown on the

■When the TRAC/VSC/ABS sys-

tems are operating

*

multi-information display.

The slip indicator light will flash

while the TRAC/VSC/ABS systems

are operating.

Press

back on.

*

again to turn the systems

: PCS (Pre-Collision System) will

also be disabled (only pre-collision

warning is available). The PCS

warning light will come on and a

message will be displayed on the

multi-information display.

5

(P.298)

■When the message is dis-

played on the multi-information

display showing that TRAC has

■Disabling the TRAC system

If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt

or snow, the TRAC system may

reduce power from the hybrid sys-

tem to the wheels.

been disabled even if

not been pressed

has

Pressing

to turn the system off

TRAC is temporary deactivated. If

the information continues to show,

contact your Toyota dealer.

may make it easier for you to rock

the vehicle in order to free it.

To turn the TRAC system off,

■Operating conditions of hill-

start assist control

quickly press and release

.

When all of the following conditions

are met, the hill-start assist control

will operate:

●The shift position is in a position

other than P or N (when starting

off forward/backward on an

upward incline)

●The vehicle is stopped

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●The accelerator pedal is not

depressed

engine compartment when one or

two minutes passed after the stop

of the hybrid system.

●The parking brake is not engaged

●The power switch is in ON

■Active Cornering Assist opera-

tion sounds and vibrations

■Automatic system cancelation

of hill-start assist control

When the Active Cornering Assist is

operated, operation sounds and

vibrations may be generated from

the brake system, but this is not a

malfunction.

The hill-start assist control will turn

off in any of the following situations:

●Shift the shift position to P or N.

■Automatic reactivation of TRAC

and VSC systems

●The accelerator pedal is

depressed

After turning the TRAC and VSC

systems off, the systems will be

automatically re-enabled in the fol-

lowing situations:

●The brake pedal is depressed and

the parking brake is engaged

●A maximum of 2 seconds have

elapsed after the brake pedal is

released

●When the power switch is turned

off

●The power switch is turned to OFF

●If only the TRAC system is turned

off, the TRAC will turn on when

vehicle speed increases

If both the TRAC and VSC sys-

tems are turned off, automatic re-

enabling will not occur when vehi-

cle speed increases.

■Sounds and vibrations caused

by the ABS, brake assist, VSC,

TRAC and hill-start assist con-

trol systems

●A sound may be heard from the

engine compartment when the

brake pedal is depressed repeat-

edly, when the hybrid system 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.

■Operating conditions of Active

Cornering Assist

The system operates when the fol-

lowing occurs.

●TRAC/VSC can operate

●Any of the following conditions

may occur when the above sys-

tems are operating. None of these

indicates that a malfunction has

occurred.

●The driver is attempting to accel-

erate while turning

●The system detects that the vehi-

cle is drifting to the outer side

• Vibrations may be felt through the

vehicle body and steering.

• A motor sound may be heard also

after the vehicle comes to a stop.

●The brake pedal is released

■Reduced effectiveness of the

EPS system

The effectiveness of the EPS sys-

tem is reduced to prevent the sys-

tem from overheating when there is

frequent steering input over an

extended period of time. The steer-

ing wheel may feel heavy as a

■ECB operating sound

ECB operating sound may be heard

in the following cases, but it does

not indicate that a malfunction has

occurred.

result. Should this occur, refrain

from excessive steering input or

stop the vehicle and turn the hybrid

system off. The EPS system should

return to normal within 10 minutes.

●Operating sound heard from the

engine compartment when the

brake pedal is operated.

●Operating sound heard from the

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■Secondary Collision Brake

operating conditions

●When driving over roads with

potholes or uneven surfaces

The system operates when the SRS

airbag sensor detects a collision

while the vehicle is in motion.

However, the system does not oper-

ate when the components are dam-

aged.

■TRAC/VSC may not operate

effectively when

Directional control and power may

not be achievable while driving on

slippery road surfaces, even if the

TRAC/VSC system is operating.

Drive the vehicle carefully in con-

ditions where stability and power

may be lost.

■Secondary Collision Brake

automatic cancellation

The system is automatically can-

celed in any of the following situa-

tions.

■Active Cornering Assist does

not operate effectively when

●The vehicle speed drops to

approximately 0 mph (0 km/h).

●Do not overly rely on Active

Cornering Assist. Active Corner-

ing Assist may not operate

effectively when accelerating

down slopes or driving on slip-

pery road surfaces.

●A certain amount of time elapses

during operation

●The accelerator pedal is

depressed a large amount

●When Active Cornering Assist

frequently operates, Active Cor-

nering Assist may temporarily

stop operating to ensure proper

operation of the brakes, TRAC

and VSC.

WARNING

5

■The ABS does not operate

effectively when

●The limits of tire gripping perfor-

mance have been exceeded

(such as excessively worn tires

on a snow-covered road).

■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 effec-

tively on steep inclines and

roads covered with ice.

●The vehicle hydroplanes while

driving at high speed on wet or

slick roads.

■Stopping distance when the

ABS is operating may exceed

that of normal conditions

●Unlike the parking brake, hill-

start assist control is not

intended to hold the vehicle sta-

tionary 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 acci-

dent.

The ABS is not designed to

shorten the vehicle’s stopping dis-

tance. Always maintain a safe dis-

tance from the vehicle in front of

you, especially in the following sit-

uations:

●When driving on dirt, gravel or

snow-covered roads

●When driving with tire chains

●When driving over bumps in the

road

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■Secondary Collision Brake

WARNING

Do not rely solely upon the Sec-

ondary Collision Brake. This sys-

tem is designed to help reduce

the possibility of further damage

due to a secondary collision, how-

ever, that effect changes accord-

ing to various conditions. Overly

relying on the system may result

in death or serious injury.

■When the TRAC/ABS/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

conditions. As these are the sys-

tems to help ensure vehicle stabil-

ity and driving force, do not turn

the TRAC/VSC systems off

unless necessary.

■Replacing tires

Make sure that all tires are of the

specified size, brand, tread pat-

tern 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 sys-

tems 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 sus-

pension

Using tires with any kind of prob-

lem or modifying the suspension

will affect the driving assist sys-

tems, and may cause a system to

malfunction.

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5-6.Driving tips

●Use tires of the specified size.

Winter driving tips

●Maintain the recommended

level of air pressure.

Carry out the necessary

preparations and inspec-

tions before driving the

vehicle in winter. Always

drive the vehicle in a man-

ner appropriate to the pre-

vailing weather conditions.

●Do not drive in excess of 75

mph (120 km/h), regardless of

the type of snow tires being

used.

●Use snow tires on all, not just

some wheels.

■Driving with tire chains

(except 195/50R19 tires)

Preparation for winter

Observe the following precautions

to reduce the risk of accidents.

Failure to do so may result in the

vehicle being unable to be driven

safely, and may cause death or

serious injury.

 Use fluids that are appropriate

to the prevailing outside tem-

peratures.

• Engine oil

●Do not drive in excess of the

speed limit specified for the tire

chains being used, or 30 mph

(50 km/h), whichever is lower.

• Engine coolant

• Power control unit coolant

• Washer fluid

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●Avoid driving on bumpy road

surfaces or over potholes.

 Have a service technician

inspect the condition of the

12-volt battery.

●Avoid sudden acceleration,

abrupt steering, sudden brak-

ing and shifting operations that

cause sudden engine braking.

 Have the vehicle fitted with

four snow tires or purchase a

set of tire chains for the front

●Slow down sufficiently before

entering a curve to ensure that

vehicle control is maintained.

tires.^*

●Do not use LTA (Lane Tracing

Ensure that all tires are the same

size and brand, and that chains

match the size of the tires.

Assist) system.

●Do not use LDA (Lane Depar-

ture Alert) system.

*

: Tire chains cannot be mounted

on vehicles with 195/50R19 tires.

WARNING

■Driving with snow tires

Observe the following precautions

to reduce the risk of accidents.

Failure to do so may result in a

loss of vehicle control and cause

death or serious injury.

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When driving the vehicle

NOTICE

■Repairing or replacing snow

Accelerate the vehicle slowly,

keep a safe distance between

you and the vehicle ahead, and

drive at a reduced speed suit-

able to road conditions.

tires

Request repairs or replacement of

snow tires from your Toyota

dealer or legitimate tire retailers.

This is because the removal and

attachment of snow tires affects

the operation of the tire pressure

warning valves and transmitters.

When parking the vehicle

 Turn automatic mode of the

parking brake off.

Before driving the vehicle

Perform the following according

to the driving conditions:

Otherwise, the parking brake

may freeze and not be able to

be released automatically.

 Do not try to forcibly open a

window or move a wiper that

is frozen. Pour warm water

over the frozen area to melt

the ice. Wipe away the water

immediately to prevent it from

freezing.

Also, avoid using the following as

the parking brake may operate

automatically, even if automatic

mode is off.

• Brake hold system

 Park the vehicle and shift the

shift position to P without set-

ting the parking brake. The

parking brake may freeze up,

preventing it from being

released. If the vehicle is

parked without setting the

parking brake, make sure to

block the wheels. Failure to

do so may be dangerous

because it may cause the

vehicle to move unexpect-

edly, possibly leading to an

accident.

 To ensure proper operation of

the climate control system

fan, remove any snow that

has accumulated on the air

inlet vents in front of the wind-

shield.

 Check for and remove any

excess ice or snow that may

have accumulated on the

exterior lights, outside rear

view mirrors, windows, vehi-

cle’s roof, chassis, around the

tires or on the brakes.

 When the parking brake is in

automatic mode, release the

parking brake after shifting

the shift position to P.

(P.264)

 Remove any snow or mud

from the bottom of your shoes

before getting in the vehicle.

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 If the vehicle is parked without

setting the parking brake,

D

E

F

0.16 in. (4 mm) in diameter

0.55 in. (14 mm) in width

0.98 in. (25 mm) in length

confirm that the shift position

cannot be moved out of P.

 If the vehicle is left parked

with the brakes damp in cold

temperatures, there is a pos-

sibility of the brakes freezing.

 Vehicles with 195/50R19 tires

Tire chains cannot be mounted.

Snow tires should be used

instead.

WARNING

Regulations on the use of

tire chains (except

195/50R19 tires)

■When parking the vehicle

When parking the vehicle without

applying the parking brake, make

sure to chock the wheels. If you

do not chock the wheels, the vehi-

cle may move unexpectedly, pos-

sibly resulting in an accident.

Regulations regarding the use

of tire chains vary depending on

location and type of road.

Always check local regulations

before installing chains.

Selecting tire chains

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 Vehicles without 195/50R19

■Tire chain installation

tires

Observe the following precautions

when installing and removing

chains:

Use the correct tire chain size

when mounting the tire chains.

Chain size is regulated for each

tire size.

●Install and remove tire chains in a

safe location.

●Install tire chains on the front tires

only. Do not install tire chains on

the rear tires.

●Install tire chains on front tires as

tightly as possible. Retighten

chains after driving 1/4 - 1/2 mile

(0.5 - 1.0 km).

●Install tire chains following the

instructions provided with the tire

chains.

Side chain:

NOTICE

A

0.12 in. (3 mm) in diameter

■Fitting tire chains

The tire pressure warning valves

and transmitters may not function

correctly when tire chains are fit-

ted.

B

0.39 in. (10 mm) in width

C

1.18 in. (30 mm) in length

Cross chain:

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