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39 km/h (24 mph) 26 km/h (16 mph)

(cid:1) Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a long time in the “3”, “2” or “L” position. This may cause severe automatic transmis- sion damage from overheating. To prevent such damage, “4” position should be used in hill climbing or hard towing.

(e) Backing up 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to the “R” position.

NOTICE

Never shift into reverse while the ve- hicle is moving.

Vehicles with rear view monitor system— When the selector lever is shifted into “R” position with the “ON” position, rear view monitor system will activate. For instructions, see “Rear view monitor system” on page 302 in Sec- tion 1−10.

ignition switch

the

in

(f) Parking 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With

the brake pedal pressed down, fully depress the parking brake pedal to apply the parking brake securely.

3. With

the brake pedal pressed down, shift the selector lever to the “P” posi- tion.

CAUTION

Never attempt to move the selector lever into “P” position under any cir- cumstances while the vehicle is mov- ing. Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result.

If the automatic unlocking operation linked with the shift position is set, all the side doors and back door are automatically un- locked when the selector lever is moved to the “P” position with the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. For details, see “—Automatic door locking and unlocking functions” on page 25 in Section 1−2.

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(g) Good driving practice (cid:1) If the transmission repeatedly shifts up fourth gear and and down between overdrive when climbing a gentle slope, shift the selector lever to the “4” posi- tion. Be sure to shift the selector lever to the “D” position immediately after- ward.

(cid:1) When towing a trailer, in order to main- tain engine braking efficiency, do not use “D” position.

CAUTION

Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.

NOTICE

Always use the brake pedal or the parking brake to hold the vehicle on an upgrade. Do not attempt to hold the vehicle using the accelerator ped- al, as this can cause the transmission to overheat.

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(h) If you cannot shift the selector le-

ver out of “P” position

is depressed, use

If you cannot shift the selector lever from the “P” position even though the brake pedal lock override button. For instructions, see “If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever” on page 394 in Section 4.

the shift

Four−wheel drive system (full−time four−wheel drive models)— (a) Four−wheel drive control

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Four−wheel drive control switch knob

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Center differential lock switch

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Use the four−wheel drive control switch knob and center differential lock switch to select the transfer and center differ- ential modes. The “H4” and “L4” positions of the four− wheel drive control switch knob provide either lock or unlock mode of the center differential depending on the center differ- ential lock switch position. Use the center differential lock system if your wheels get stuck in a ditch, or when you are driving on a slippery or bumpy surface. When is locked, the vehicle stability control system is automatically turned off and the center differential lock and “VSC OFF” indicator lights come on because the function that controls engine performance interferes with the process of freeing your wheels.

the center differential

“L4” (low speed position, center differ- ential unlocked): Four−wheel drive control switch knob at “L4”, center differential lock switch left out The “4LO” (low speed four−wheel drive) indicator light comes on when the “L4” mode is selected. Use this for maximum power and traction. Use this for climbing or descending steep hills, off−road driving, and hard pulling in sand or mud. In this mode, the braking feeling that oc- curs when the wheels are negotiating a sharp corner is further reduced than in the “L4” (low speed position, center differential locked) mode. “L4” (low speed position, center differ- ential locked): Four−wheel drive control switch knob at “L4”, center differential lock switch pushed in The “4LO” (low speed four−wheel drive) indicator light comes on when the “L4” mode is selected.

NOTICE

As soon as the center differential lock switch is turned on, the “VSC OFF” indicator light comes on. After the wheels are out of the ditch or off the slippery or bumpy surface, turn the center differential lock switch off. Make sure that the center differential lock indicator light and vehicle stabil- ity control system off indicator light turn off.

icy or snow−covered

from dry hard−surfaced roads

“H4” (high speed position, center differ- ential unlocked): Four−wheel drive control switch knob at “H4”, center differential lock switch left out Use this for normal driving on all types of roads, to wet, roads. This position gives greater economy, quietest ride, least wear and better vehicle control. “H4” (high speed position, center differ- ential locked): Four−wheel drive control switch knob at “H4”, center differential lock switch pushed in Use for greater experience a wheel slipping, unlock mode.

traction when you loss of power, such as in the center differential

this

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Use this for maximum power and traction. Use this for hard pulling in situations the vehicle cannot negotiate even in the “L4” (low speed position, center differential un- locked) mode. Also, using this mode when driving down steep off−road inclines will help contribute to increased vehicle stabil- ity. The indicator light tells when the differen- tial lock is engaged. Note that the differ- ential is not still locked as long as the indicator light remains off. When the operation is not completed, the indicator blinks. If the indicator light does not go off when you push out the center differential switch, drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or drive in reverse. If the center differential lock system op- eration is not completed within 5 seconds while is set, cancel the cruise control system. To can- cel the cruise control system, see “Cruise control” on page 196 in Section 1−7. If the indicator blinks even if doing so, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There may be a trouble in the center differential lock system. See “(b) Shifting procedure” for further in- structions. 166

the cruise control system

lock

(b) Shifting procedure SHIFTING BETWEEN “H4” (UNLOCKED) AND “H4” (LOCKED) lock To shift between unlock and modes in “H4”, push the center differen- tial lock switch. SHIFTING BETWEEN “L4” (UNLOCKED) AND “L4” (LOCKED) To shift between unlock and lock modes in “L4”, push the center differen- tial lock switch. SHIFTING BETWEEN “H4” AND “L4” To shift from “H4” to “L4”, bring the vehicle to a complete stop with the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the automatic transmission selector lever into “N” and push and four−wheel drive control switch knob fully clockwise. To shift from “L4” to “H4”, bring the vehicle to a complete stop with the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the automatic transmission selector lever into “N” and turn the four−wheel drive control switch knob fully counterclockwise.

turn

the

the

four−wheel drive

If the “4LO” (low speed four−wheel drive) indicator light continues to blink when you operate control switch knob to the “H4” or “L4” position, drive forward or backward in a short dis- tance, then stop the vehicle completely, shift the automatic transmission selector lever securely into “N” and operate the switch knob again. If the indicator continues to blink even if doing so, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There may be a trouble in the four−wheel drive system.

CAUTION

Never operate the four−wheel drive control switch knob if the wheels are slipping. Stop the slipping or spin- ning before operating.

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the center differential

Use the center differential lock system if your wheels get stuck in a ditch, or when you are driving on a slippery or bumpy surface. When is locked, the vehicle stability control system is automatically turned off and the center differential lock and “VSC OFF” indicator lights come on because the function that controls engine performance interferes with the process of freeing your wheels.

NOTICE

As soon as the center differential lock switch is turned on, the “VSC OFF” indicator light comes on. After the wheels are out of the ditch or off the slippery or bumpy surface, turn the center differential lock switch off. Make sure that the center differential lock indicator light and vehicle stabil- ity control system off indicator light turn off.

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Use the multi−mode control switch knob and center differential lock switch to select the transfer and center differ- ential modes. The “H4” and “L4” positions of the multi− mode control switch knob provide either lock or unlock mode of the center differen- tial depending on the center differential lock switch position.

Multi−mode control switch knob

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this

“H2” (high speed position, two−wheel drive, center differential unlocked): Mul- ti−mode control switch knob at “H2”, cen- ter differential lock switch left out Use this for normal driving on dry hard− surfaced roads. This position gives greater economy, quietest ride, least wear and better vehicle control. “H4” (high speed position, four−wheel drive, center differential unlocked): Mul- ti−mode control switch knob at “H4”, cen- ter differential lock switch left out The four−wheel drive indicator light comes on when the “H4” mode is selected. Use than two− wheel drive. (When you experience a loss of power, such as wheel slipping.) This position provides greater than two−wheel drive. “H4” (high speed position, four−wheel drive, center differential locked): Multi− mode control switch knob at “H4”, center differential lock switch pushed in The four−wheel drive indicator light comes on when the “H4” mode is selected. Use experience a wheel slipping, unlock mode. 168

traction when you loss of power, such as in the center differential

for greater

for greater

traction

traction

this

four−wheel drive)

“4LO” indicator

four−wheel drive and

“L4” (low speed position, four−wheel drive, center differential unlocked): Mul- ti−mode control switch knob at “L4”, cen- ter differential lock switch left out (low The speed lights come on when the “L4” mode is selected. Use this for maximum power and traction. Use this for climbing or descending steep hills, off−road driving, and hard pulling in sand or mud. In this mode, the braking feeling that oc- curs when the wheels are negotiating a sharp corner is further reduced than in the “L4” (low speed position, four−wheel drive, center differential locked) mode. “L4” (low speed position, four−wheel drive, center differential locked): Multi− mode control switch knob at “L4”, center differential lock switch pushed in The (low speed lights come on when the “L4” mode is selected.

four−wheel drive and

“4LO” indicator

four−wheel drive)

inclines will help contribute

Use this for maximum power and traction. Use this for hard pulling in situations the vehicle cannot negotiate even in the “L4” (low speed position, four−wheel drive, cen- ter differential unlocked) mode. Also, using this mode when driving down steep off− road to in- creased vehicle stability. The indicator light tells when the differen- tial lock is engaged. Note that the differ- ential is not still locked as long as the indicator light remains off. When the operation is not completed, the indicator blinks. If the indicator light does not go off when you push out the center differential switch, drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or drive in reverse. If the center differential lock system op- eration is not completed within 5 seconds while is set, cancel the cruise control system. To can- cel the cruise control system, see “Cruise control” on page 196 in Section 1−7. If the indicator blinks even if doing so, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There may be a trouble in the center differential lock system. See “(c) Shifting procedure” for further in- structions.

the cruise control system

lock

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(b) A.D.D. (automatic disconnecting differential) The A.D.D. can be engaged or disen- gaged by the shifting operations de- scribed in “(c) Shifting procedure”. You should drive in four−wheel drive for at least 16 km (10 miles) each month. This will assure that the front drive com- ponents are lubricated.

(c) Shifting procedure SHIFTING BETWEEN “H2” AND “H4” (UNLOCKED) To shift from “H2” to “H4” (unlocked), reduce the vehicle speed to less than 100
km/h (62 mph) and turn the multi−mode control switch knob fully clockwise. If the four−wheel drive indicator light con- tinues to blink when you operate the mul- ti−mode control switch knob from the “H2” to the “H4” position, this reminds you that the transfer mode is not securely in “H4” mode. Drive straight ahead while acceler- ating or decelerating. If the four−wheel drive indicator light con- tinues the buzzer sounds when you operate the multi−mode control switch knob from the “H2” to the “H4” position, this reminds you that the transfer mode is not in “H4” mode. Stop the ve- hicle or reduce the vehicle speed to less than 100 km/h (62 mph). Operate the switch knob again.

to blink and

To shift from “H4” (unlocked) to “H2”, turn the multi−mode control switch knob fully counterclockwise. This can be done at any speed. If the four−wheel drive indicator light con- tinues to blink when you operate the mul- ti−mode control switch knob from the “H4” to the “H2” position, this reminds you that the transfer mode is not securely in “H2” mode. Drive straight ahead while acceler- ating or decelerating, or drive forward or backward in a short distance. to blink If even if doing so, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There may be a trouble in the four−wheel drive system.

light continues

indicator

the

CAUTION

Never operate the multi−mode control switch knob if the wheels are slip- ping. Stop the slipping or spinning before operating.

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SHIFTING BETWEEN “H4” (UNLOCKED) AND “H4” (LOCKED) lock To shift between unlock and modes in “H4”, push the center differen- tial lock switch. SHIFTING BETWEEN “L4” (UNLOCKED) AND “L4” (LOCKED) To shift between unlock and lock modes in “L4”, push the center differen- tial lock switch. SHIFTING BETWEEN “H4” AND “L4” To shift from “H4” to “L4”, bring the vehicle to a complete stop with the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the automatic transmission selector lever into “N” and push and the multi−mode control switch knob fully clockwise. To shift from “L4” to “H4”, bring the vehicle to a complete stop with the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the automatic transmission selector lever into “N” and turn the multi−mode control switch knob counterclockwise.

turn

If the “4LO” (low speed four−wheel drive) indicator light continues to blink when you operate the multi−mode control switch knob to the “H4” or “L4” position, drive forward or backward in a short distance, then stop the vehicle completely, shift the automatic transmission selector lever se- curely the switch knob again. If the indicator continues to blink even if doing so, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There may be a trouble in the four−wheel drive system.

into “N” and operate

CAUTION

Never operate the multi−mode control switch knob if the wheels are slip- ping. Stop the slipping or spinning before operating.

Traction control system (two−wheel drive models) The traction control system automatical- ly helps prevent the spinning of rear wheels when the vehicle is started or accelerated on slippery road surfaces. When the ignition key is turned to “ON”, the system automatically turns on.

CAUTION

Under certain slippery road condi- tions, full traction of the vehicle and power to the rear wheels cannot be maintained, even though the traction control system is in operation. Do not drive the vehicle under any speed or maneuvering conditions which may cause traction control. In situations where the road surface is covered with ice or snow, your vehicle should be fitted with snow tire chains. Always drive at an appropriate and cautious speed the present road condi- tions.

the vehicle

tires or

lose

for

to

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NORMAL DRIVING MODE Leave the system on during ordinary driving so that it can operate when needed. You may hear a sound the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This means that the trac- tion control system is in the self−check mode, but does not indicate a malfunction. When the traction control system is oper- ating, the following conditions occur: (cid:1) The system controls the spinning of the rear wheels. At this time, the slip indi- cator light blinks.

the

time the slip indicator

At light will come on and the traction control system temporarily stops operating to protect the brake actuator. (Although the traction control system does not operate, there is no problem to continue your driv- ing.) The system will be automatically re- stored after a short time and the slip indi- cator light goes out.

in order

(cid:1) You may feel vibration or noise in your the is

vehicle, caused by operation of brakes. This functioning properly.

the system

indicates

The slip indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to “ON”. If the indicator light does not come on when the ignition is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer. The brake actuator temperature increases during continuous operation of the traction control system, the “AUTO LSD” system, the vehicle stability control system and the hill−start assist control system such as on slippery roads. If the brake actuator temperature becomes too high while any of the systems is operating, a buzzer will start indicate that the traction control system can no longer operate. In this case, immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place. If the system continues to operate, the buzzer sound changes from intermittent to continuous. buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds.)

intermittently

continuous

to sound

(The

to

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“VSC TRAC” warning light This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the following. (cid:1) Traction control system (cid:1) “AUTO LSD” system (cid:1) Vehicle stability control system (cid:1) Hill−start assist control system When the system is normal and the igni- tion key the “VSC TRAC” warning light will come on and will go off after a few seconds. It is not a malfunction that the warning light may stay on for 60 seconds after the ignition key is turned to “ON”.

to “ON”,

turned

is

the brake pedal

Depressing repeatedly may turn on the light. It is normal if it goes out after a few seconds. If the “VSC TRAC” warning light and slip indicator light come on while driving, the traction control system does not work. However, as normal braking operates when being applied, there is no problem to continue your driving. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: (cid:1) The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is turned to “ON”. (cid:1) The warning light remains on after the

ignition key is turned to “ON”.

(cid:1) The warning light comes on while driv-

ing.

Active traction control system

(four−wheel drive models) The active traction control system auto- matically helps prevent the spinning of 4 wheels when the vehicle is started or accelerated on slippery road surfaces. When the ignition key is turned to “ON”, the system automatically turns on.

CAUTION

to

Under certain slippery road condi- tions, full traction of the vehicle and power the 4 wheels cannot be maintained, even though the traction control system is in operation. Do not drive the vehicle under any speed or maneuvering conditions which may cause traction control. In situations where the road surface is covered with ice or snow, your vehicle should be fitted with snow tire chains. Always drive at an appropriate and cautious speed the present road condi- tions.

the vehicle

tires or

lose

for

to

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in

that

Leave the system on during the ordi- nary driving so it can operate when needed. the engine You may hear a sound compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This means that the ac- tive traction control system is in the self− check mode, but does not indicate a mal- function. When the active traction control system is operating, the following conditions occur: (cid:1) The system controls the spinning of the 4 wheels. At this time, the slip indica- tor light blinks.

to protect

At the time, the slip indicator light will come on and the active traction control system temporarily stops operating in or- der the brake actuator. (Al- though the active traction control system does not operate, there is no problem to continue your driving.) The system will be automatically restored after a short time and the slip indicator light goes out.

(cid:1) You may feel vibration or noise in your the is

vehicle, caused by operation of brakes. This functioning properly.

the system

indicates

The slip indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to “ON”. If the indicator light does not come on when the ignition is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer. The brake actuator temperature increases during continuous operation of the active traction control system, the vehicle stabil- ity control system, the downhill assist con- trol system and the hill−start assist control system such as on slippery roads. If the brake actuator temperature becomes too high while any of the systems is operat- ing, a buzzer will start to sound intermit- tently to indicate that the active traction control system can no longer operate. In this case, immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place. If the system continues to operate, the buzzer sound changes from intermittent to continuous. buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds.)

continuous

(The

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“VSC TRAC” warning light This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the following. (cid:1) Active traction control system (cid:1) Vehicle stability control system (cid:1) Downhill assist control system (cid:1) Hill−start assist control system When the system is normal and the igni- tion key is turned to “ON”, the warning light will come on and will go off after a few seconds. It the “VSC TRAC” warning light may stay on for 60
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is not a malfunction

that

the brake pedal

Depressing repeatedly may turn on the light. It is normal if it goes out after a few seconds. If the “VSC TRAC” warning light and slip indicator light come on while driving, the active traction control system does not work. However, as normal braking oper- ates when being applied, there is no prob- lem to continue your driving. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: (cid:1) The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is turned to “ON”. (cid:1) The warning light remains on after the

ignition key is turned to “ON”.

(cid:1) The warning light comes on while driv-

ing.

“AUTO LSD” system (two−wheel drive models)

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The “AUTO LSD” system aids traction by using the traction control system to control engine performance and braking when one of the rear wheels begins to spin. This system is used only when wheel spinning occurs in a ditch or on a rough surface. This system is effective in case one of the rear wheels is spinning.

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NOTICE

Do not use the “AUTO LSD” system in conditions other than the above. A much greater steering effort and more careful cornering control will be re- quired.

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the vehicle

To turn on the system, push the “AUTO LSD” switch when is stopped. is activated The “AUTO LSD” system when driving at a speed under 100
km/h (62 mph). At this time, the “AUTO LSD” indicator light will come on. To turn off the system, push the “AUTO LSD” switch again. If the is “AUTO LSD” indicator light is on and then restarted, the indicator light will turn off automatically.

turned off while

the engine

Make sure the “AUTO LSD” indicator light comes on under the above condition when you use the “AUTO LSD” system. light blinks when the The slip indicator system is controlling the spinning of the rear wheels. The “AUTO LSD” and slip indicator lights come on the ignition key is turned to “ON”. If the indi- cator lights does not come on when the ignition key to “ON”, contact your Toyota dealer.

few seconds when

turned

for a

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temperature becomes

The brake actuator temperature increases during continuous operation of the “AUTO LSD” system, the traction control system and the vehicle stability control system such as on slippery roads. If the brake actuator too high while any of the systems is operating, a buzzer will start to sound intermittently to indicate that the “AUTO LSD” system can no longer operate. In this case, immedi- ately stop your vehicle at a safe place. If the system continues to operate, the buzzer sound changes from intermittent to continuous. buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds.) At light will come on and the “AUTO LSD” system temporarily stops operating to protect the brake actuator. (Although the “AUTO LSD” system does not operate, it is no problem to continue driving.) The system will be automatically restored after a short time and the slip indicator light goes off.

time the slip indicator

continuous

in order

(The

the

the brake pedal

Depressing repeatedly may turn on the light. It is normal if it goes out after a few seconds. If the “VSC TRAC” warning light and slip indicator light comes on while driving, the “AUTO LSD” system does not work. How- ever, as the brakes operate normally when applied, it is no problem to continue your driving. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: (cid:1) The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is turned to “ON”. (cid:1) The warning light remains on after the

ignition key is turned to “ON”.

(cid:1) The warning light comes on while driv-

ing.

NOTICE

Do not drive with the “AUTO LSD” switch continuously turned on.

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Vehicle stability control system The vehicle stability control system helps provide integrated control of the systems such as anti−lock brake sys- tem, traction control, engine control, etc. This system automatically controls the output of the brakes or engine to help prevent the vehicle from skidding when cornering on a slippery road sur- face or operating steering wheel abrupt- ly. The vehicle stability control system is acti- vated when is more than 15 km/h (9 mph). You may hear a sound the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This means that the sys- tem is in the self−check mode, but does not indicate a malfunction.

the vehicle speed

in

CAUTION

If

the slip

indicator

(cid:1) Do not rely excessively on the ve- hicle stability control system. Even if the vehicle stability control sys- tem is operating, you must always drive carefully and attentively to avoid serious injury. Reckless driv- ing will result in an unexpected ac- cident. light blinks and an alarm sounds, special care should be taken while driving. (cid:1) Only use tires of specified size. The size, manufacturer, brand and tread pattern for all 4 tires should be the same. If you use the tires other than specified, or different type or size, the vehicle stability control system may not function correctly. When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your Toyota dealer. (See “Checking and replacing tires” on page 427 in Section 7−2.)

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If the vehicle is going to skid during driv- ing, the slip indicator light blinks and an alarm sounds intermittently. Special care should be taken while driving. If the brake pedal is depressed while the vehicle stability control system is active, the brake pedal will become hard at an earlier position than usual. However, the brakes will respond to the pedal force if depressed further. The slip indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to “ON”. If the indicator light does not come on when the ignition is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer.

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In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: (cid:1) The indicator light does not come on to

ignition key

turned

the

is

when “ON”.

(cid:1) The indicator light remains on after the

ignition key is turned to “ON”.

(cid:1) The indicator light comes on when the

system is on while driving.

NOTICE

Make sure that the center differential lock indicator light goes off before normal driving.

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the center differential

Four−wheel drive models only— Pushing lock switch automatically turns the vehicle stability control system off. At this time, the “VSC OFF” indicator comes on with the center differential lock indi- cator light. The “VSC OFF” indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to “ON”. It will come on again when you push the center differential lock switch to turn off the system.

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“VSC TRAC” warning light This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the following. (cid:1) Vehicle stability control system (cid:1) Traction control system

(two−wheel drive models)

(cid:1) Active traction control system

(four−wheel drive models)

(cid:1) “AUTO LSD” system

(two−wheel drive models)

(cid:1) Downhill assist control system

(four−wheel drive models)

(cid:1) Hill−start assist control system

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the brake pedal

The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to “ON”, and will go off after about a few seconds. The light may come on for 60 seconds after the ignition key is turned to “ON”. It is normal if they go out after a while. Depressing repeatedly may turn on the light. It is normal if they go out after a few seconds. If the “VSC TRAC” waning light and slip indicator light come on while driving, the vehicle stability control system does not work. However, as normal braking oper- ates when being applied, there is no prob- lem to continue your driving. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: (cid:1) The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is turned to “ON”. (cid:1) The warning light remains on after the

ignition key is turned to “ON”.

(cid:1) The warning light comes on while driv-

ing.

Downhill assist control system (four−wheel drive models) The downhill assist control system is a system that assists the deceleration of the engine brake when you drive down a steep hill. When you are driving down a hill with the four−wheel drive control switch knob (full−time four−wheel drive models) or multi−mode control switch knob four−wheel drive models) in the “L4” position, push the “DAC” switch to limit the vehicle’s ac- celeration. If the vehicle is traveling at a speed of 25 km/h (15 mph) or less, you can descend at a constant speed.

(multi−mode

CAUTION

Do not rely excessively on the down- hill assist control system. It may not be able to maintain a low speed over road surfaces or off−road surfaces on which sliding can easily occur, such as extremely steep slopes or icy or muddy roads.

TO ACTIVATE THE DOWNHILL ASSIST CONTROL SYSTEM 1. Full−time four−wheel drive models— four−wheel drive control

Turn switch knob to the “L4” position.

the

The system will not operate if the four− wheel drive control switch knob is in the “H4” position.

Multi−mode els—Turn switch knob to the “L4” position.

four−wheel drive mod- the multi−mode control

The system will not operate if the multi− mode control switch knob is in the “H4” position. 2. In order to make full use of the en- gine brake, putting the transmission in “L” or “2” is recommended.

The system will operate even if the trans- mission selector lever is in “D”, “4”, “3” or “N”. However, when it is in “L” or “2” the engine brake can also be utilized en- abling the system to operate more effec- tively.

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Multi−mode four−wheel drive models—If the downhill assist control system indica- tor light flashes, the selector lever may be in “N” or the multi−mode control switch knob may be in the “H2” or “H4” position. If the indicator light does not come on when the switch is pushed, contact your Toyota dealer.

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3. Push the “DAC” switch to turn the system on. The downhill assist con- trol system indicator light on the in- strument panel will come on.

Full−time four−wheel drive models—If the downhill assist control system indicator light flashes, the selector lever may be in “N” or the four−wheel drive control switch knob may be in the “H4” position. If the indicator light does not come on when the switch is pushed, contact your Toyota dealer.

With the vehicle traveling at a speed of 25 km/h (15 mph) or less, release your foot from the accelerator or brake pedal to activate the system. The vehicle will descend the hill at a low speed. While the system is operating, the slip indicator light on the instrument panel will flash and the stop lights and high mounted stoplight will be lit. If you push the “DAC” switch to turn the system off while it is in operation, the system will stop operating gradually. The downhill assist control system indicator light will flash to alert the driver. To con- tinue driving at a low speed, push the “DAC” switch to turn the system on.

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to “ON”.

If any of

The slip indicator light and downhill assist control system indicator light come on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned the indicator lights does not come on when the ignition is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer. The brake actuator temperature increases during continuous operation of the hill− the active start assist control system, traction control system and the vehicle stability control system. If the brake ac- tuator temperature becomes too high while any of the systems is operating, a buzzer will start to sound intermittently to indicate that the downhill assist control system can no longer operate. In this case, stop your vehicle immediately at a safe place. If the system continues to operate, the buzzer sound changes from intermittent to continuous. buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds.)

continuous

(The

At this time, the slip indicator light will come on, the downhill assist control sys- tem indicator light flash and the downhill assist control system stops operating tem- porarily in order to protect the brake ac- tuator. (Although the downhill assist con- trol system does not operate, is no problem to continue your driving.) The system will be automatically restored after a short time and the slip indicator light and the downhill assist control system in- dicator light go out.

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If there is any abnormality in the sys- tem, the “VSC TRAC” warning light will come on. When the “DAC” switch is pushed, the downhill assist control sys- tem indicator light also flash. If the “VSC TRAC” warning light comes on, there may be an abnormality in any of the following systems in addition to the downhill assist control system. (cid:1) Hill−start assist control system (cid:1) Active traction control system (cid:1) Vehicle stability control system

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the brake pedal

“VSC TRAC” warning light When the system is normal and the igni- tion key is turned to “ON”, the warning light will come on and will go off after a few seconds. It is not a malfunction that the warning light may stay on for 60 seconds after the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. Depressing repeatedly may turn on the light. It is normal if it goes out after a few seconds. If the warning light comes on while driv- ing, the system does not work. However, as normal braking operates when being applied, it is no problem to continue your driving. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: (cid:1) The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is turned to “ON”. (cid:1) The warning light remains on after the

ignition key is turned to “ON”.

(cid:1) The warning light comes on while driv-

ing.

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Hill−start assist control system The hill−start assist control system as- sists you in starting to move up a steep or slippery hill. When you start to move up the hill slope, the system helps to prevent the vehicle from roll- ing backward in the interval while you move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.

CAUTION

(cid:1) Do not rely excessively on the hill− start assist control system. The ve- hicle may not be able to start smoothly on road surfaces or off− road surfaces such as extremely steep slopes or icy roads, on which sliding can occur very easily.

(cid:1) Do not use the hill−start assist con- trol system to stop the vehicle. This system is not designed as a func- tion for stopping the vehicle on a uphill slope.

The hill−start assist control system will operate for 5 seconds maximally when all of the following conditions apply. (cid:1) When the transmission is in any of

positions “D”, “4”, “3”, “2” or “L”

(cid:1) When the brake pedal

pressed

is not de-

The system is designed to operate when the vehicle is starting on an uphill slope; therefore, if the transmission is in “P” or “N” it will not operate. It will not operate either in reverse on a slope with the transmission in the “R”.

the vehicle starts

to move

if

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time,

the stop

When the hill−start assist control system is operating, the slip indicator light flashes and an alarm sounds intermittently. At the same lights and high mounted stoplight are lit. The slip indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to “ON”. If the indicator light does not come on when the ignition is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer.

(The

continuous

If the system continues to operate, the buzzer sound changes from intermittent to continuous. buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds.) At this time, the slip indicator light will come on and the hill−start assist control system stops operating temporarily in or- der the brake actuator. (Al- though the hill−start assist control system does not operate, it is no problem to con- tinue your driving.) The system will be automatically restored after a short time and the slip indicator light goes out.

to protect

Keep in mind the following when driv- ing. (cid:1) The hill−start assist control system op- erates for 5 seconds maximally. If both the brake and accelerator pedals re- main undepressed than 5
seconds, the buzzer will sound at more frequent intervals and the system will gradually stop operating.

longer

for

(cid:1) The hill−start assist control system is not designed as a function for stopping the vehicle on a uphill slope. When stopping the vehicle, be sure to de- press the brake pedal.

The brake actuator temperature increases during continuous operation of the downhill assist control system (four−wheel drive models), the traction control system (two− wheel drive models), the active traction control system (four−wheel drive models), the vehicle stability control system and the “AUTO LSD” system (two−wheel drive models) on such as slippery roads. If the brake actuator temperature becomes too high while any of the systems is operat- ing, a buzzer will start to sound intermit- tently to indicate that the hill−start assist control system can no longer operate. In this case, stop your vehicle immediately at a safe place.

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the system malfunctions,

If there is any abnormality in the sys- tem, the “VSC TRAC” warning light will come on. the If TRAC” warning light will come on. If the “VSC TRAC” warning light comes on, there may be an abnormality in any of the following systems in addition to the hill−start assist control system. (cid:1) Downhill assist control system

“VSC

(four−wheel drive models)

(cid:1) Traction control system

(two−wheel drive models)

(cid:1) Active traction control system

(four−wheel drive models)

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(cid:1) Vehicle stability control system (cid:1) “AUTO LSD” system

(two−wheel drive models) “VSC TRAC” warning light When the system is normal and the igni- tion key is turned to “ON”, the warning light will come on and will go off after a few seconds. It is not a malfunction that the warning light may stay on for 60 seconds after the ignition key is turned to “ON”. Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the light. It is normal if it goes out after a few seconds. If the warning light comes on while driv- ing, the system does not work. However, as normal braking operates when being applied, it is no problem to continue your driving. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: (cid:1) The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is turned to “ON”. (cid:1) The warning light remains on after the

ignition key is turned to “ON”.

(cid:1) The warning light comes on while driv-

ing.

Rear height control air suspension

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(normal) and “LO”

This rear height control air suspension controls the vehicle height depending on the vehicle driving conditions. Select your desired height among the “HI” (high), “N” (low) modes with the height select switch. (a) Vehicle height modes “N” (normal) mode— The vehicle height in this mode is stan- dard. Regardless of the number of occu- pants or the luggage loading condition, the vehicle height is always automatically ad- justed to a fixed height in this mode while the engine is running. This mode is suitable for ordinary driving.

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than

“HI” (high) mode— The vehicle height is about 40 mm (1.6
in.) higher at rear the “N” mode height. This mode is suitable when driving on the bumpy roads and through water. However, when the vehicle speed exceeds about 30 km/h (19 mph) or over in the “HI” mode, the “N” mode is automatically selected.

CAUTION

The “HI” mode should be used for severe off−road driving condition only. Because the vehicle’s center of gravity is higher in this setting, the vehicle may become unstable when turning abruptly, resulting in accident.

the

rear

than

lower at

“LO” (low) mode— The vehicle height is about 20 mm (0.8
in.) “N” mode height. This mode allows you easy access to the vehicle (getting in and out) and easy load- ing and unloading operation. This mode is available when the vehicle speed is under about 12 km/h (7 mph).

NOTICE

Use the “LO” mode when the vehicle is stopped. Otherwise, when the ve- hicle speed exceeds about 12 km/h (7
mph), “N” mode is selected automati- cally. So be careful when you drive in any place where the overhead height is limited.

(b) Vehicle height mode changing con-

dition

To change the vehicle height, it is neces- sary to meet the following conditions. (cid:1) The engine should be running. (cid:1) The height control “OFF” indicator light

should go off.

(cid:1) When selecting a mode, there is a ve- hicle speed limit. Refer to the following table.

Yes = The mode can be selected. No = The mode cannot be selected.

“LO” mode

“N” mode

“HI” mode

Yes

Yes

Yes

No

Yes

Yes

No

Yes

No

Under about 12 km/h (7 mph) Under about 30 km/h (19 mph)

About 30 km/h (19 mph) or over

In the following cases, the rear height control suspension will not operate. (cid:1) The underbody of

the vehicle has

touched the surface on bumpy roads.

(cid:1) The area around the rear suspension

is coated with ice.

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If the vehicle is moved to its usual loca- tion or the ice is removed and the height select switch the vehicle height control cannot be operated. In this case, turn off and restart the engine, then push the control switches.

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(c) Vehicle height adjustment To change the mode, push the height select switch on either side of “(cid:1)” (higher) or “(cid:2)” (lower). The height control indicator light indicates which mode is selected. (See “(e) Height control indicator light” described below.) Selecting the “HI” mode— Push the height select switch on the “(cid:1)” side when is under about 30 km/h (19 mph). To change the “N” mode to “HI”, push the switch once.

the vehicle speed

To change the “LO” mode to “HI”, push the switch twice. It takes about 30 sec- onds until the “LO” mode changes to the “HI” mode. Selecting the “N” mode— To change the “HI” mode to “N”, push the height select switch on the “(cid:2)” side once. To change the “LO” mode to “N”, push the height select switch on the “(cid:1)” side once. Selecting the “LO” mode— Push the height select switch on the “(cid:2)” side while the vehicle is stopped. To change the “N” mode to “LO”, push the switch once. To change the “HI” mode to “LO”, push the switch twice. Even if the engine is stopped while the vehicle height is being lowered, the opera- tion continues for up to 25 seconds. If, within this 25 seconds, any of the side doors or the back door is opened, opera- tion will continue for a further 15 seconds.

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NOTICE

(cid:1) If the vehicle height is changed fre- quently when the vehicle is heavily loaded, the compressor may over- heat, causing the vehicle height ad- justment operation to stop.

(cid:1) Before you lower the vehicle height with the height select switch, check under the vehicle to make sure nothing to damage the vehicle or no one to be injured is there and that the underbody of the vehicle does not touch the ground.

(cid:1) After unloading, the height of a ve- hicle equipped with the rear height control air suspension becomes slightly higher than the normal ve- hicle height. Take sufficient care where the overhead height is re- stricted.

(cid:1) Do not select the “LO” mode in the bumpy roads. If the underbody of the vehicle touches the rugged road surface, the vehicle may be dam- aged.

(d) Turning off the rear height control

air suspension

To turn off the rear height control air suspension with the vehicle stopped, push the “HEIGHT CONTROL OFF” switch. The height control “OFF” indi- cator light comes on and the vehicle height is fixed in the same mode as the height control switch is pushed. This status is memorized in the system even after the engine is stopped. If you push the switch again, the height control “OFF” indicator light goes out and the rear height control air suspension is turned on. Even after the rear height control air sus- pension is turned off with the “HEIGHT the vehicle CONTROL OFF” switch, speed exceeds 30 km/h (19 mph), the rear height control air suspension automat- ically selects the “N” mode.

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CAUTION

If you drive through deep water over about 700 mm (28 in.) in depth, put the vehicle height in the “HI” mode with the height select switch and then turn off the rear height control air suspension by pushing the “HEIGHT CONTROL OFF” switch.

NOTICE

(cid:1) When jacking up or installing tire chains, be sure to turn off the rear height control air suspension by pushing the “HEIGHT CONTROL OFF” switch and stop the engine. Otherwise, the vehicle height may change because of the automatic leveling function, resulting in an un- expected accident.

(cid:1) If your vehicle must be towed, put the vehicle height in the “N” mode and turn off the rear height control air suspension. Otherwise, the ve- hicle height may change because of the automatic leveling function, re- sulting in an unexpected accident.

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(cid:1) If your vehicle gets ditched, turn off the rear height control air suspen- sion with the “HEIGHT CONTROL OFF” switch. Otherwise, the vehicle height may change because of the automatic leveling function resulting in an unexpected accident.

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(e) Height control indicator lights 1. Height control indicator lights 2. Height control “OFF” indicator light When the ignition switch is turned on, all the indicator lights come on. The indicator light showing the present mode only re- mains on and all other lights go off after a few seconds. This means the system operates correctly.

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1. The present mode indicator light goes indicator

the selected mode

off and light blinks.

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2. The selected mode indicator light goes (The vehicle height does not indicator

off. change.) The present mode light comes on again.

indicator

In this case, even if the vehicle is moved to its usual location or the ice is removed and the height select switch is pressed, vehicle height control cannot be operated. Turn off the engine once and then restart it. Height control “OFF” light: When the ignition switch is turned on, this light comes on. If it goes out after a few seconds, the rear height control air sus- pension operates correctly. If you push the “HEIGHT CONTROL OFF” switch, the rear height control air suspension is turned off. The height control “OFF” light comes on. In the following cases, there is a problem somewhere in the rear height control air suspension. Although there is no problem to continue normal driving, have the rear height control air suspension checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

indicator

If you change the vehicle height mode, the indicator lights change as follows: When changing the vehicle height from the “N” mode to “HI”: 1. The “N” mode indicator light goes off and the “HI” mode indicator light blinks. 2. After the vehicle height control reaches the “HI” mode, the “HI” mode indicator light remains on. the underbody of

If the vehicle has touched the surface on bumpy roads or the area around the rear suspension is coated with ice, the vehicle height cannot be lowered with the height select switch. The height control indicator lights change as follows:

(cid:1) The height control “OFF” indicator light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned on.

(cid:1) The height control “OFF” indicator light

blinks.

(f) Parking and stopping tips If you immediately stop the engine to park the vehicle after off−road driving, the ve- hicle height is lowered slightly as the ve- hicle becomes cool. When parking, make sure there is nothing that will be in con- tact with the underbody of the vehicle. When you start the engine, the vehicle returns to the previous height. If you park the vehicle for a long time, the vehicle height may be gradually low- ered. When parking for a long time, make sure there is nothing that will be in con- tact with the underbody of the vehicle. When you start the engine, the vehicle returns to the previous height. If you stop the engine, the vehicle height may change the change temperature. When you start the engine, the vehicle returns to the previous height.

in accordance with

the

in

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(g) Rear height control failure warning If there is a problem somewhere in the rear height control air suspension, the “N” mode is automatically selected. If this oc- curs, indicator light blinks and the vehicle height control cannot be activated until the malfunction is corrected. If this is the case, bring your vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as possible and have it checked.

the height control “OFF”

Tire pressure warning system The tire pressure warning system warns you that the tire inflation pressure is low. The tire pressure warning system is not a substitute for checking normal tire infla- tion pressure. Check inflation pressure with a tire pressure gauge regu- larly.

tire

the

CAUTION

The warning system may not activate immediately if blowout or sudden air loss should occur.

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is

the

the

turned

ignition key

The tire pressure warning light comes on when to the “ON” position and goes off after a few seconds. This means tire pressure warning light is operating properly. If the tire low, the light comes on again. In this case, adjust- ing the tire inflation pressure will turn off the light after a few minutes. If the light blinks, the tire pressure warning system is not working properly.

inflation pressure becomes

Indicator

status

ON

Blinking

Meanings

Do this

Tire inflation pressure is low

Tire pressure warning system malfunction

Adjust the tire inflation pressure Have the system checked at your Toyota dealer

CAUTION

the

tire pressure warning

If light comes on, be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury. (cid:1) Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressure immediately. tire pressure waring

light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If the tire is flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Toyota deal- er.

(cid:1) If

the

The tire pressure warning light may turn on due to natural causes such as natural air leaks or tire inflation pressure changes caused by temperature. In this case, ad- justing the tire inflation pressure will turn off the light after a few minutes. The spare tire is also equipped with the tire pressure warning valve and transmit- ter. The tire pressure waning light will turn on the spare tire is low. If a tire goes flat, even though the flat tire is replaced with the spare tire, the warning light does not turn off. Replace the spare tire with the re- paired tire and adjust the proper tire infla- tion pressure. The tire pressure warning light will turn off after a few minutes.

inflation pressure of

tire

the

if

(cid:1) Avoid abrupt maneuvering and brak- ing. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose control of the steer- ing wheel or the brakes.

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CAUTION

Each tire, including the spare (if pro- vided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label (tire and load information label), you should determine the proper tire infla- tion pressure for those tires.)

NOTICE