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2-4. Using other driving systems

■ Canceling and resuming regular acceleration

Cancel

Push the lever towards you to

cancel cruise control.

The speed setting is also can-

celed when the brakes are

applied

or

the

clutch

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depressed (manual transmis-

sion).

Resume

To resume cruise control and

return to the set speed, push

the lever up.

■Cruise control can be set when

●The shift lever is in D or 3 (vehicles with an automatic transmission).

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

■Accelerating

The vehicle can be accelerated normally.

■Automatic cruise control cancelation

The set speed is automatically cancelled in any of the following situations.

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

vehicle speed.

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

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

■If the cruise control indicator light flashes

Press the ON-OFF button to turn the cruise control off, and then reactivate

the system.

If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels

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

control system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

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CAUTION

■To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake

Keep the ON-OFF button off when not in use.

■Situations unsuitable for cruise control

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

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

ous or fatal accident.

●In heavy traffic

●On roads with sharp bends

●On winding roads

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

●On steep hills

■While driving with the cruise control on

Vehicles with a manual transmission, do not shift to neutral without depress-

ing the clutch pedal, as this may cause engine racing or overrevving.

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2-4. Using other driving systems

Driving assist systems

To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following sys-

tems operate automatically in response to various driving situations.

Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and

should not be relied upon too heavily when operating the vehicle.

■ ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) (if equipped)

Helps to prevent wheel lock when the brakes are applied suddenly, or if

the brakes are applied while driving on a slippery road surface.

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■ EPS (Electric Power Steering)

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

the steering wheel.

■Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS

●A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is

started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indi-

cate that a malfunction has occurred in this system.

●Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are

operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.

• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.

• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.

• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after the ABS is activated.

• The brake pedal may move down slightly after the ABS is activated.

■EPS operation sound

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

heard.

This does not indicate a malfunction.

■Reduced effectiveness of EPS

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

when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of time. The

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

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

tem should return to normal within 10 minutes.

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CAUTION

■The ABS does not operate effectively when

●Tires with inadequate gripping ability are used (such as excessively worn

tires on a snow covered road).

●The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on the wet or slick

road.

■Stopping distance when the ABS is operating on the wet or slick roads

The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle's stopping distance. Always

maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you in the following situ-

ations.

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

●When driving with tire chains

●When driving over bumps in the road

●When driving over roads with potholes or uneven roads

■Replacing tires

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

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

priate tire pressure level.

The ABS will not function correctly if different tires are fitted on the vehicle.

Contact your Toyota dealer for further information when replacing tires or

wheels.

■Handling of tires and suspension

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

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

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2-5. Driving information

Cargo and luggage

Take notice of the following information about storage precau-

tions, cargo capacity and load.

● Stow cargo and luggage in the trunk whenever possible.

● Be sure all items are secured in place.

● Be careful to keep the vehicle level. Placing the weight as far for-

ward as possible helps maintain vehicle balance.

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● For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight.

Capacity and distribution

Cargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants.

(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capacity)  (Total weight of occupants)

Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit—

(1)Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and

cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s

placard.

(2)Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that

will be riding in your vehicle.

(3)Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from

XXX kg or XXX lbs.

(4)The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and lug-

gage load capacity.

For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will

be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available

cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400  750 (5  150)

= 650 lbs.)

(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 calculated 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 vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how

this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your

vehicle.

Except Canada:

Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Your

vehicle is not designed for trailer towing.

Example on your vehicle

Cargo capacity

Total load capacity

When 2 people with the combined weight of 366 lb. (166 kg) are

riding in your vehicle, which has a total load capacity of 845 lb. (383

kg), the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity will be

as follows:

845 lb.  366 lb. = 479 lb. (383 kg  166 kg = 217 kg)

In this condition, if 3 more passengers with the combined weight of

388 lb. (176 kg) get on, the available cargo and luggage load will be

reduced as follows:

479 lb.  388 lb. = 91 lb. (217 kg  176 kg = 41 kg)

As shown in the above example, if the number of occupants

increases, the cargo and luggage 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 number 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.

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CAUTION

■Things that must not be carried in the trunk

The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the trunk.

●Receptacles containing gasoline

●Aerosol cans

■Storage precautions

●Do not place anything on the package tray behind the rear seatback.

Such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the

vehicle during sudden braking or in an accident.

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●Do not drive with objects on top of the instrument panel.

They may interfere with the driver’s field of view or move during sharp

acceleration or turning, thus impairing the driver’s control of the vehi-

cle. In an accident they may injure the vehicle occupants.

●Secure all items in the occupant compartment, as they may shift and

injure someone during an accident or sudden braking.

■Capacity and distribution

●Do not exceed the maximum axle weight rating or the total vehicle

weight rating.

●Even if the total load of occupant’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.

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2-5. Driving information

Vehicle load limits

Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity,

towing capacity and cargo capacity.

■ Total load capacity: 845 lb. (383 kg)

Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants,

cargo and luggage.

■ Seating capacity: 5 occupants (Front 2, Rear 3)

Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants

whose estimated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person.

Even if the number of occupants are within the seating capacity,

do not exceed the total load capacity.

■ Towing capacity (Canada): 700 lb. (318 kg)

Towing capacity means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer

weight plus its cargo weight) that your vehicle is able to tow.

■ Towing capacity (except Canada):

Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.

■ 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. 246)

CAUTION

■Overloading the vehicle

Do not overload the vehicle.

It may not only cause damage to the tires, but also degrade steering and

braking ability, resulting in an accident.

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2-5. Driving information

Winter driving tips

Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving

the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-

ate to the prevailing weather conditions.

■ Pre-winter preparations

● Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-

peratures.

• Engine oil

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• Engine coolant

• Washer fluid

● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-

ity of battery electrolyte.

● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set

of tire chains for the front tires.

Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains

match the size of the tires.

■ Before driving the vehicle

Perform the following according to the driving conditions.

● Do not try to forcibly open a window, scrape an outside rear

view mirror surface or move a wiper or outside rear view mir-

ror that is frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to

melt the ice. Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it

from freezing.

● 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 windshield.

● Remove any ice that has accumulated on the vehicle chassis.

● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow

that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the

brakes.

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■ When driving the vehicle

Accelerate the vehicle slowly and drive at a reduced speed suit-

able to road conditions.

■ When parking the vehicle

Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P (automatic trans-

mission) or to 1 or R (manual transmission) without setting the

parking brake. The parking brake may freeze up, preventing it

from being released.

Regulations on the use of snow chains

● Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to loca-

tion and type of road. Always check local regulations before install-

ing chains.

● Use SAE Class “S” type radial tire chains, with the exception of

radial cable chains or V-bar type chains.

• Install the chains on the front tires.

• Refer to the explanation that comes with the tire chains for

installation instructions.

● Retighten the chains after driving 1/4 - 1/2 mile (0.5 - 1.0 km).

■Snow chain installation

Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains.

●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 the tire chains on front tires as tightly as possible.

●Install tire chains following the instructions provided in the accompanying

instructions.

●If wheel ornaments are used, they will be scratched by the chain band,

so remove the ornaments before putting on the chains. (P. 305)

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CAUTION

■Driving with snow tires

Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.

Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or

serious injury.

●Use tires of the size specified for your vehicle.

●Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.

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●Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h) regardless of the type of

snow tires being used.

●Snow tires should be installed on all wheels.

■Driving with snow chains

Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.

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

and may cause death or serious injury.

●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.

●Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.

●Avoid sudden turns and braking.

●Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle con-

trol is maintained.

NOTICE

■Repairing or replacing snow tires

Request repairs of and obtain replacement snow tires from Toyota dealers or

legitimate tire retailers.

This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the opera-

tion of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.

■Fitting tire chains

The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function correctly

when tire chains are fitted.

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Trailer towing (except Canada)

Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Toy-

ota also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the

use of a tow hitch carrier of a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc. Your

Toyota is not designed for trailer towing or for the use of tow hitch

mounted carriers.

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Trailer towing (Canada)

Your vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger-carrying vehicle,

thus towing a trailer will have an adverse effect on handling, perfor-

mance, braking, durability, and fuel consumption. For your safety

and the safety of others, do not overload the vehicle or trailer.

Toyota warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by

towing a trailer for commercial purposes.

■ Weight limits

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Confirm the total trailer weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle

weight and trailer tongue load are all within the limits.

■ Gross vehicle weight

The gross vehicle weight must not exceed the Gross Vehicle

Weight Rating (GVWR) indicated on the Certification Label. The

gross vehicle weight is the sum of weights of the unloaded vehi-

cle, driver, passengers, luggage, hitch, and the trailer tongue

load. It also includes the weight of any special equipment

installed on your vehicle.

■ Gross axle weight

The load on either the front or rear axle resulting from distribu-

tion of the gross vehicle weight on both axles must not exceed

the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the Certification

Label.

Certification label

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■ Trailer tongue load

The trailer cargo load should be distributed so that the tongue

load is 9 to 11% of the total trailer weight, not exceeding the

maximum 70 lb. (32 kg) (Tongue load / Total trailer weight  100

= 9 to 11%)

The total trailer weight and tongue load can be measured with

platform scales found at a highway weighing station, building

supply company, trucking company, junk yard, etc.

Total trailer weight

Tongue load

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