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it should be anchored. (For

Canada only

Type B

D When using the lower anchorages for the child restraint system, be sure that there are no irregular ob- jects around the anchorages or that the seat belt is not caught.

D Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer.

it

the

lock mechanism of

D Do not install a child restraint sys- tem on the rear seat if it interferes with the front seats. Otherwise, the child or front seat occupant(s) may be killed or seriously injured in case of sud- den braking or a collision.

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—Installation with child restraint lower anchorages (vehicles with third seats)

5th lock position

1st lock position

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2. Take off the cover on the seat cush-

ion.

specifications

Lower anchorages for the child restraint systems complying with the FMVSS225
or CMVSS210.2 are installed in the second seats. The anchorages are installed in the seat cushion of the right side seating position and between the center and left side seat- ing position. Child restraint systems complying with the FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specification can be fixed to these anchorages. In this case, it is not necessary to fix the child restraint system with a seat belt on the vehicle.

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SYSTEM

RESTRAINT

CHILD INSTALLATION 1. Fold down the seatback. Make sure the rear seat legs are relocked into place (folding down the seatback will disengage them) by pushing down- ward on the back of the seat. Adjust the seatback to the 1st lock position (most upright position) and then to the 5th lock position.

Make sure locked securely.

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3. Widen the slits of the seat cushion slightly and confirm the position of the lower anchorages near the but- ton on the seatback.

4. Type A—Latch the hooks of

lower the anchorages and

straps onto tighten the lower straps. Type B—Latch the buckles onto the anchorages.

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For owners in Canada—The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the pres- ence of a lower connector system. If your child restraint system has a top strap, the installation of the top strap, see “—Using a top strap” on page 112 in this Section.) For installation details, refer to the instruc- tion manual equipped with each product.

it should be anchored. (For

Canada only

Canada only

Type A

Type B

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CAUTION

D When using the lower anchorages for the child restraint system, be sure that there are no irregular ob- jects around the anchorages or that the seat belt is not caught.

D Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer.

it

D After securing

the child restraint

system, never recline the seat.

D Do not install a child restraint sys- tem on the second seat if it inter- feres with the lock mechanism of the front seats. Otherwise, the child or front seat occupant(s) may be killed or seriously injured in case of sudden braking or a collision.

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D When using the left side lower an- chorages for the child restraint sys- tem, do not sit in the center seat. The performance of the center seat belt cannot be brought out suffi- the belt may be ciently because the seat belt high−positioned or may be the risk of serious injury in the case of collision.

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SECTION 1− 4

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and Mirrors Tilt steering wheel Tilt and telescopic steering wheel Outside rear view mirrors Anti−glare inside rear view mirror Auto anti−glare inside rear view mirror Rear side−view mirrors Sun visors

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Tilt and telescopic steering wheel

CAUTION

D Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishan- dle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries.

D After adjusting the steering wheel, try moving it up and down to make sure it is locked in position.

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ADJUSTMENT OF STEERING WHEEL TILT To change the steering wheel angle, hold the steering wheel, pull the lock release lever toward you, tilt the steer- ing wheel to the desired angle and re- lease the lever. When the steering wheel is in a low posi- tion, it will spring up as you release the lock release lever.

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To change the steering wheel angle, hold the steering wheel, pull the lock release lever toward you, tilt the steer- ing wheel to the desired angle and re- lease the lever. When the steering wheel is in a low posi- tion, it will spring up as you release the lock release lever.

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Outside rear view mirrors—

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CAUTION

D Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishan- dle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injuries.

D After adjusting the steering wheel, try moving it up and down or for- ward and rearward to make sure it is locked in position.

OF

TELESCOPIC

ADJUSTMENT STEERING COLUMN To change the steering wheel length, push down the lock release lever, set the steering wheel to the desired length and return the lever to its original posi- tion.

Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the side of your vehicle in the mir- ror. Be careful when judging the size or dis- tance of any object seen in the outside rear view mirror on the passenger’s side because it is a convex mirror. Any object seen in a convex mirror will look smaller and farther away than when seen in a flat mirror. On some models, when you push the back window defogger switch, the heater panels in the outside rear view mirrors will quickly clear “Back window and outside rear view mirror defoggers” on page 142 in Section 1−5.)

the surface.

(See

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On some models, the outside rear view mirrors are rain clearing mirrors that clear the driver’s rear view when it rains. (For details, see “Rain clearing mirrors” on page 419 in Section 5.)

CAUTION

D Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious inju- ries.

D On some models, since the mirror surfaces can get hot, do not touch them when the defogger switch is on.

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—Power rear view mirror control

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NOTICE

If ice should jam the mirror, do not operate the control or scrape the mir- ror face. Use a spray de−icer to free the mirror.

To adjust a mirror, use the switches. 1. Master switch—To select the mirror to

be adjusted Push (right).

the switch to “L” (left) or “R”

2. Control switch—To move

the mirror Push the switch in the desired direc- tion.

Mirrors can be adjusted when the key is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

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—Folding rear view mirrors

Anti−glare inside rear view mirror

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CAUTION

Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the ve- hicle and an accident may occur re- sulting in death or serious injuries.

The rear view mirrors can be folded backward for parking in compact areas. To fold the rear view mirror, push back- ward.

CAUTION

Do not drive with the mirrors folded backward. Both the driver and pas- senger side rear view mirrors must be extended and properly adjusted before driving.

Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the rear of your vehicle in the mir- ror. To reduce glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind you during night driving, operate the lever on the lower edge of the mirror. Daylight driving—Lever at position 1
The reflection in the mirror has greater clarity at this position. Night driving—Lever at position 2
Remember that by reducing glare you also lose some rear view clarity.

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Auto anti−glare inside rear view mirror

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Adjust the mirror so that you can just see the rear of your vehicle in the mir- ror. This mirror is equipped with auto anti− glare function. The function is designed to reduce glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind you during night driving. When the engine switch is turned on, the inside rear view mirror always turns on in the automatic function mode. The indicator illuminates to show you that the function is on.

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to reduce

In automatic function mode, if the mirror detects light from the headlights of the the mirror surface vehicle behind you, darkens slightly the reflected light. To turn off and on the automatic function, ” switch for longer than 3
push the “ seconds. Adjust it before driving so that the rear view is in the best condition. When the inside air temperature is low, it may take a little longer for the mirror to darken the detection of headlights.

in response

to

CAUTION

Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the ve- hicle and an accident may occur re- sulting in death or serious injuries.

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To ensure correct functioning of anti− glare mirror sensors located on both sides of the mirror, do not touch or cover the sensors with your finger or a piece of cloth, etc.

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Rear side−view mirrors

Sun visors—

Rear side−view mirrors are useful as a secondary means of checking the area to the rear of the vehicle. Carefully check the area to the rear of the vehicle by either looking directly or using both outside and inside rear view mirrors.

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Type A

Type B

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To block out glare, move the sun visor. To block out glare from the front—Swing down the main sun visor (position 1). To block out glare from the side—Swing down the main sun visor, remove it from the hook and swing it to the lateral side (position 2). Type A—If glare comes from obliquely be- hind you, extend the plate at the end of the visor (to position 3). Type B—If glare comes from obliquely be- hind you, slide the main sun visor back- ward (to position 3).

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To block the glare from the front when the main sun visor is swung to the lateral side, swing down the sub visor.

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CAUTION

D Type A—Do not extend the plate at the end of the sun visor when the visor is in the position 1. It can cover rear view mirror and obstruct the rear view.

the anti−glare

inside

D Type B—Slide the main sun visor only when it is swung down to the lateral side. It can cover the anti− glare inside rear view mirror and obstruct the rear view.

To use the vanity mirrors, swing down the main sun visor and slide the cover. Type A— The vanity light comes on when you slide the cover. To prevent the battery being discharged, the light will automatically turn off when the key for 30 minutes or more.

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Type A

Type B

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SECTION 1− 5

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Lights, Wipers and Defogger Headlights and turn signals Emergency flashers Instrument panel light control Front fog lights Interior light Personal lights Luggage compartment light Engine (ignition) switch light Running board lights Windshield wipers and washer Back window wiper and washer Back window and outside rear view mirror defoggers

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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138
138
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140
141
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Headlights and turn signals (with automatic light control system)

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For Canada

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tail,

license plate,

HEADLIGHTS To turn on the following lights: Twist the headlight/turn signal lever knob. Position 1—Parking, side marker and instrument panel lights For Canada—The tail light indicator (green light) on the instrument panel will tell you that the tail lights are on. Position 2—Headlights and all of above For the U.S.A.—The headlight low beam indicator light (green light) on the instru- ment panel will low beams are on. Position 3 (“AUTO”)—Headlights and/or all of the lights in position 1
They automatically turn on or off depend- ing on the darkness of the surroundings. Manually twist the knob to the position 2
to turn on the headlights if they are need- ed immediately when entering a dark tun- nel, parking structure, etc.

tell you

that

the

the

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top of

the driver’s side

The automatic light control sensor is on the instrument panel. Do not place anything on the instrument panel, and/or do not affix anything on the windshield to block this sensor. The operating condition or sensitivity can be changed. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. Automatic light cut off system Position 1 or position 3 with the tail lights on— The lights automatically turn off when the driver’s door is opened with the engine switch in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.

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time before the headlights

Position 2 or 3 with the headlights on— The lights automatically turn off after 30
seconds when all the side doors and back door are closed with the engine switch in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. If the “LOCK” switch of the wireless re- mote control transmitter is pushed twice simultaneously, lights automatically the turn off immediately. The turn off can be changed. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. If the driver’s door is kept open, the lights automatically turn off after 30 minutes. To turn them on again, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position or actuate the headlight switch. If you are going to park for over one week, make sure the headlight switch is off.

NOTICE

To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running.

Daytime running light (DRL) system (all models sold in Canada and some mod- els sold in U.S.A.) The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. The DRL system can be helpful in many differ- ent driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. The DRL system will make your front turn signal lights come on when: D The engine is running. the D The knob

“OFF” position, position 1 or position 3 with the tail lights on.

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is

D The parking brake is released. To turn off the DRL system, twist the knob to position 2 or position 3 with the head- lights on, or turn the engine switch switch off. This DRL system can be disabled. For details, contact your Toyota dealer.

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High−Low beams—For high beams, turn the headlights on and push the lever away from you (position 1). Pull the lever to- ward you (position 2) for low beams. The headlight high beam light indicator (blue light) on the instrument panel will tell you that the high beams are on. Flashing the high beam headlights (position 3)—Pull the way back. The high beam headlights turn off when you release the lever. You can flash the high beam headlights with the knob turned to “OFF”.

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Headlights and turn signals (without automatic light control system)

If the turn signal indicator lights (green lights) on the instrument panel flash faster than normal, a front or rear turn signal bulb is burned out.

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TURN SIGNALS To signal a turn, push the headlight/ turn signal lever up or down to position 1. The engine switch must be in the “ON” position. The lever automatically returns after you make a turn, but you may have to return it by hand after you change lanes. To signal a lane change, move the lever up or down to the pressure point (position 2) and hold it. On some models, turn signal lights are on during daytime running light system is on. For details, see “Daytime running light system”. 132

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the

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the

tail,

tell you

license plate,

HEADLIGHTS To turn on the following lights: Twist the headlight/turn signal lever knob. Position 1—Parking, side marker and instrument panel lights For Canada—The tail light indicator (green light) on the instrument panel will tell you that the tail lights are on. Position 2—Headlights and all of above For the U.S.A.—The headlight low beam indicator light (green light) on the instru- ment panel will low beams are on. Automatic light cut off system Position 1— The lights automatically turn off when the driver’s door is opened with the engine switch in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. Position 2— The lights automatically turn off after 30
seconds when all the side doors and back door are closed with the engine switch in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. If the “LOCK” switch of the wireless re- mote control transmitter is pushed twice simultaneously, the lights automatically turn off immediately.

that

the

time before the headlights

The turn off can be changed. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. If the driver’s door is kept open, the lights automatically turn off after 30 minutes. To turn them on again, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position or actuate the headlight switch. If you are going to park for over one week, make sure the headlight switch is off.

NOTICE

To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running.

Daytime running light (DRL) system (all models sold in Canada and some mod- els sold in U.S.A.) The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. The DRL system can be helpful in many differ- ent driving conditions, but they can be especially helpful in the short periods after dawn and before sunset. The DRL system will make your front turn signal lights come on when: D The engine is running. D The knob is in the “OFF” position or

position 1.

D The parking brake is released. To turn off the DRL system, twist the knob to position 2 or turn the engine switch off. This DRL system can be disabled. For details, contact your Toyota dealer.

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If the turn signal indicator lights (green lights) on the instrument panel flash faster than normal, a front or rear turn signal bulb is burned out.

High−Low beams—For high beams, turn the headlights on and push the lever away from you (position 1). Pull the lever to- ward you (position 2) for low beams. The headlight high beam light indicator (blue light) on the instrument panel will tell you that the high beams are on. Flashing the high beam headlights (position 3)—Pull the way back. The high beam headlights turn off when you release the lever. You can flash the high beam headlights with the knob turned to “OFF”.

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TURN SIGNALS To signal a turn, push the headlight/ turn signal lever up or down to position 1. The engine switch must be in the “ON” position. The lever automatically returns after you make a turn, but you may have to return it by hand after you change lanes. To signal a lane change, move the lever up or down to the pressure point (position 2) and hold it. On some models, turn signal lights are on during daytime running light system is on. For details, see “Daytime running light system”.

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Emergency flashers

Instrument panel light control

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NOTICE

To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the en- gine is not running.

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flashers,

turn on

the emergency

To push the switch. All the turn signal lights will flash. To turn them off, push the switch once again. Turn on the emergency flashers to warn other drivers if your vehicle must be stopped where it might be a traffic hazard. Always pull as far off the road as pos- sible. The turn signal light switch will not work when the emergency flashers are operat- ing.

To adjust the brightness of the instru- ment panel lights, turn the dial.

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Front fog lights

Interior light (without rear seat entertainment system)

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To turn on the front fog lights, twist the band of the headlight and turn sig- nal switch lever. They will come on only when the headlights are on low beam. Front fog light indicator light on the instru- ment panel will tell you that the front fog lights are on.

To turn on the interior light, slide the switch. The interior light switch has the following positions: “ON”—Keeps the light on all the time. “OFF”—Turns the light off. “DOOR”—Turns the light on when any of the side doors and back door is opened. The light goes off when all the side doors and back door are closed.

ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM Door linked operation—When the switch is in the “DOOR” position and any of the side doors and back door is opened, the light will come on. After all the side doors and back door are closed, the light re- mains on for about 15 seconds before fading out. Engine switch linked operation—When the switch is in the “DOOR” position, and the engine switch is turned to “LOCK”, the light will come on. The light remains on for about 15 seconds before fading out. However, in the following cases, the light goes off immediately. D All the side doors and back door are closed when the engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

D All the side doors and back door are

closed and locked.

When any of the side doors and back door is unlocked using either the key or the wireless remote control transmitter, the light will come on and remain on for about 15 seconds before fading out.

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Interior light (with rear seat entertainment system)

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The following adjustments can be made in this system. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. D Cancelling the door key or the wireless remote control transmitter linked opera- tion

D Changing the duration of lighting To prevent the battery being discharged, the lights will automatically turn off when the key is removed and the door is left opened with the switch at the “DOOR” position for 30 minutes or more.

interior

lights operate separately

The with each outer lens. To turn on the light, push the lens. To turn the light off, push the lens once again. The interior light switch has the following positions: “OFF”—The lights are off unless you oper- ate either outside switch. “DOOR”—Turns the light on when any of the side doors and back door is opened. The light goes off when all the side doors and back door are closed.

ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM Door linked operation—When the switch is in the “DOOR” position and any of the side doors and back door is opened, the light will come on. After all the side doors and back door are closed, the light re- mains on for about 15 seconds before fading out. Engine switch linked operation—When the switch is in the “DOOR” position, and the engine switch is turned to “LOCK”, the light will come on. The light remains on for about 15 seconds before fading out. However, in the following cases, the light goes off immediately. D All the side doors and back door are closed when the engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

D All the side doors and back door are

closed and locked.

When any of the side doors and back door is unlocked using either the key or the wireless remote control transmitter, the light will come on and remain on for about 15 seconds before fading out.

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The following adjustments can be made in this system. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. D Cancelling the door key or the wireless remote control transmitter linked opera- tion

D Changing the duration of lighting To prevent the battery being discharged, the lights will automatically turn off when the key is removed and the door is left opened with the switch at the “DOOR” position for 30 minutes or more.

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Personal lights

Luggage compartment light

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To turn on the personal lights, push the lens. To turn the lights off, push the lens once again.

luggage compartment

To turn on the light, slide the switch. The luggage compartment light switch has the following positions: “ON”—Keeps the light on all the time. “OFF”—Turns the light off. “DOOR”—Turns the light on when any of the side doors and back door is opened. The light goes off when all the side doors and back door are closed.

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ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM Door linked operation—When the switch is in the “DOOR” position and any of the side doors and back door is opened, the light will come on. After all the side doors and back door are closed, the light re- mains on for about 15 seconds before fading out. Engine switch linked operation—When the switch is in the “DOOR” position, and the engine switch is turned to “LOCK”, the light will come on. The light remains on for about 15 seconds before fading out. However, in the following cases, the light goes off immediately. D All the side doors and back door are closed when the engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

D All the side doors and back door are

closed and locked.

When any of the side doors and back door is unlocked using either the key or the wireless remote control transmitter, the light will come on and remain on for about 15 seconds before fading out. The following adjustments can be made in this system. For details, contact your Toyota dealer.

D Cancelling the door key or the wireless remote control transmitter linked opera- tion

D Changing the duration of lighting To prevent the battery being discharged, the lights will automatically turn off when the key is removed and the door is left opened with the switch at the “DOOR” position for 30 minutes or more.

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For easy access to the engine switch, the engine switch light comes on when any of the side doors and back door is opened or when the engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” position. The light remains on for about 15 seconds after all the side doors and back door are closed. However, in the following cases, the light goes off immediately. D All the side doors and back door are closed when the engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

D All the side doors and back door are

closed and locked.

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When any of the side doors and back door is unlocked using either the key or the wireless remote control transmitter, the light will come on and remain on for about 15 seconds before fading out. The following adjustments can be made in this system. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. D Cancelling the door key or the wireless remote control transmitter linked opera- tion

D Changing the duration of lighting To prevent the battery being discharged, the light will automatically turn off when the key is removed and the door is left opened for 30 minutes or more.

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When any of the side doors and back door is unlocked using either the key or the wireless remote control transmitter, the lights will come on and remain on for about 15 seconds before fading out. To prevent the battery being discharged, the light will automatically turn off when the key is removed and the door is left opened for 30 minutes or more.

Lighting the running boards and the ground helps you easily to get in and out of the vehicle in the night. The lights come on when any of the side doors is opened. The lights remain on for about 15 seconds after all the side doors are closed. However, in the following cases, the light go off immediately. D All the side doors and back door are

closed and locked.

D The vehicle speed reaches 8 km/h (5

mph) or higher.

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Windshield wipers and washer

Back window wiper and washer

To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever toward you. If the windshield wipers are off, they will operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. For instructions on adding washer fluid, see “Adding washer fluid” on page 453 in Section 7−3. In freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before using the washer. This will help prevent fluid from freezing on your windshield, which can block your vision.

the washer

NOTICE

Do not operate the wipers if the wind- shield the glass.

It may scratch

is dry.

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To turn on the windshield wipers, move the lever to the desired setting. The engine switch must be in the “ON” position.

Lever position

Speed setting

Position 1

Position 2

Position 3

Intermittent

Slow

Fast

The “INT” band lets you adjust the wiping time interval when the wiper lever is in the intermittent position (position 1). Twist the band upward to increase the time be- tween sweeps, and downward to decrease it.

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To turn on the back window wiper, twist the lever knob upward. The engine switch must be in the “ON” position.

Lever position

Speed setting

Position 1

Position 2

Intermittent

Normal

To squirt washer fluid on the back window, twist the knob upward or downward as far as it will go (position 3 or 4). The knob automatically returns from these positions after you release it. The back window wip- er operates while the washer squirts.

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For instructions on adding washer fluid, see “Adding washer fluid” on page 453 in Section 7−3. If the back window is not fully closed, the back window wiper and washer will not work. Make sure the back window is fully closed when using the back window wiper and washer.

NOTICE

Do not operate the back window wip- er if the back window is dry. It may scratch the glass.

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Back window and outside rear view mirror defoggers

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To defog or defrost the back window, push the switch with the back window closed. The engine switch must be in the “ON” position. The thin heater wires on the inside of the back window will quickly clear the surface. An indicator light will illuminate to indicate the defogger is operating. On some models, heater panels in the outside rear view mirrors will also quickly clear the surfaces. Push the switch once again to turn the defoggers off.

The system will automatically shut off af- ter the defoggers have operated about 15
minutes. If the back window is not fully closed, the back window defogger will not work. Make sure the back window is fully closed when using the back window defogger. If the back window is opened while the defogger is working, the defogger will au- tomatically turn off. Even if the back win- dow is fully closed after that, the defogger will not automatically turn on. Make sure you the defoggers off when the surfaces are clear. Leaving the defoggers on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge, especially during stop−and−go driving. The defoggers are not designed for drying rain water or for melting snow.

turn

CAUTION

On some models, since the mirror surfaces can get hot, do not touch them when the defogger switch is on.

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NOTICE

When cleaning the inside of the back window, be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or connec- tors.

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SECTION 1− 6

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fuel gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tachometer Odometer and two trip meters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers

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147
148
149

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Fuel gauge

CY15001

Low fuel level warning light

indicates

The gauge the approximate quantity of fuel remaining in the tank when the engine switch is on. Nearly full—Needle at “F” Nearly empty—Needle at “E” It is a good idea to keep the tank over 1/4 full. The needle moves when braking, acceler- ating or making turns. This is caused by the movement of the fuel in the tank. If the fuel level approaches “E” or the low fuel level warning light comes on, fill the fuel tank as soon as possible.

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On inclines or curves, due to the move- ment of fuel in the tank, the fuel gauge needle may fluctuate or the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual. If the fuel tank is completely empty, the malfunction indicator lamp comes on. Fill the fuel tank immediately. The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

Engine coolant temperature gauge

CY15002

The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when the engine switch is on. The engine operating temperature will vary with changes in weather and engine load. If the needle moves into the red zone, your engine is too hot. If your vehicle overheats, stop your vehicle and allow the engine to cool. Your vehicle may overheat during severe operating conditions, such as: D Driving up a long hill on a hot day. D Reducing speed or stopping after high

speed driving.

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D Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stop−and−go traffic.

D Towing a trailer.

NOTICE

z Do not remove the thermostat

in the engine cooling system as this may cause the engine to overheat. The thermostat is designed to con- trol the flow of coolant to keep the temperature of the engine within the specified operating range.

z Do not continue driving with an overheated engine. See “If your vehicle overheats” on page 394 in Section 4.

Tachometer

CY15003

NOTICE

Do not let the indicator needle get into the red zone. This may cause severe engine damage.

The tachometer indicates engine speed in thousands of rpm (revolutions per minute). Use it while driving to select correct shift points and to prevent en- gine lugging and over−revving. Driving with the engine running too fast causes excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy. Remember, in most cases the slower the engine speed, the greater the fuel economy.

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Odometer and two trip meters

CY15009

This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters. 1. Odometer—Shows

total distance

the

the vehicle has been driven.

3. Trip meter reset knob—Resets the two trip meters to zero, and also change the meter display. To change the meter display, quickly push and release the knob. The meter display changes in the order from the odometer to trip meter A to trip meter then back B, the odometer each time you push. To reset the trip meter A to zero, dis- play the meter A reading, then push and hold the knob until the meter is set to zero. The same process can be applied for resetting the trip meter B.

to

2. Two

trip meters—Show

two different distances independently driven since the last time each trip meter was set to zero. You can use one trip meter to calculate the to measure the distance on each trip. All trip meter data is cancelled if the elec- trical power source is disconnected.

fuel economy and

the other

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Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers

If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

Do this.

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

(e)

(f)

(g)

If parking brake is off, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer.

(indicator and buzzer)

(indicator and buzzer)

(indicator and buzzer)

Fasten driver’s seat belt.

Fasten front passenger’s seat belt.

Stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer.

Stop and check.

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer.

Low fuel level warning light

Fill up tank.

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If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

Do this.

(h)

(i)

(j)

(k)

(l)

(m)

(n)

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Replace engine oil.

or

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. If brake system warning light is also on, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer.

If the light flashes, take vehicle to Toyota dealer.

Close all side doors and back door.

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately.

Stop and check.

Adjust tire inflation pressure (including spare tire). If the warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute, contact Toyota dealer.

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If the indicator or buzzer comes on...

Do this.

(o)

(p)

(q)

Add washer fluid.

Key reminder buzzer

Remove key.

Parking brake reminder buzzer

Release parking brake.

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(a) Brake System Warning Light and

Buzzer

This light comes on in the following cases when the engine switch is in the “ON” position. D When the parking brake is applied... This light comes on for a few seconds when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position even after the parking brake is released. D When the brake fluid level is low...

CAUTION

It is dangerous to continue driving normally when the brake fluid level is low.

D When fails...

the hydraulic brake booster

If the hydraulic booster causes a problem resulting in poor braking performance, the warning light comes on and buzzer sounds continuously.

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Have your vehicle checked at your Toyota dealer in the following cases: D The light does not come on even if the parking brake is applied when the en- gine switch is in the “ON” position.

D The light does not come on even if the the

turned on with

engine switch parking brake released.

is

A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem.

CAUTION

If any of the following conditions oc- curs, immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. D The

light does not turn off even after the parking brake is released while the engine is running.

D The warning buzzer comes on to-

gether with the warning light. In either case, this can indicate that the brakes may not work properly and your stopping distance will be- come the brake pedal firmly and bring the vehicle to an immediate stop.

longer. Depress

D The brake system warning light re- mains on together with the “ABS” warning light. In this case, not only the anti−lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely un- stable during braking.

Any of the following conditions may oc- cur, but do not indicate the malfunc- tion: D The light may stay on for about 60
seconds after is turned to the “ON” position. It is nor- mal if it turns off after a while.

the engine switch

turn on

D Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may light and buzzer. It is normal if the light turns off and the buzzer stops sounding after a few seconds.

the warning

D You may hear a small sound in the engine compartment after the engine is started or the brake pedal is depressed repeatedly. This is a pump pulsating sound of the brake system, and it is not a malfunction.

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(b) Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder Light

and Buzzer

The buzzer can be disabled. For details, contact your Toyota dealer.

The light and buzzer act as a reminder to buckle up the driver’s seat belt. Once the engine switch is turned to “ON” or “START”, the reminder light flashes and buzzer come on if the driver’s seat belt is not fastened. Unless the driver fastens the belt, the light continues flashing and the buzzer sounds for about 4 to 8 se- conds. If the vehicle speed rises above 20 km/h (12 mph) with the seat belt unfastened, the buzzer will sound for about 10 sec- onds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfas- tened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 seconds. Even if the vehicle speed drops below 20 km/h (12 mph), the buzzer will continue to sound. To stop the buzzer, fasten the seat belt. If the buzzer still sounds, make sure the front passen- ger’s seat belt is fastened. The vehicle speed linked seat belt remind- er buzzer can be disabled. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. However, Toyota the seat belt reminder buzzer be operational to alert the driver and front passenger that the seat belts are not fastened.

recommends

that

(c) Front

Passenger’s

Seat

Belt

Reminder Light and Buzzer

The light and buzzer act as a reminder to have the front passenger buckle up the seat belt. Once the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position, the reminder light flashes if a passenger sits in the front passenger seat and does not fasten the seat belt. If the vehicle speed rises above 20 km/h (12 mph) with the seat belt unfastened, the buzzer will sound for 10 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 seconds. Even if the vehicle speed drops below 20 km/h (12 mph), the buzzer will continue to sound. To stop the buzzer, fasten the seat belt. If the buzzer still sounds, make sure the driver’s seat belt is fastened. The buzzer can be disabled. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. If luggage or other load is placed on the its front passenger seat, depending on weight, flash and buzzer to sounds. The vehicle speed linked seat belt remind- er buzzer can be disabled. For details, contact your Toyota dealer.

the reminder

light

to

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that

recommends

However, Toyota the seat belt reminder buzzer be operational to alert the driver and front passenger that the seat belts are not fastened. (d) Charging System Warning Light This warning the light comes on when engine switch is turned to the “ON” posi- tion, and goes off when is started. When there are problems in the charging system while the engine is running, the warning light comes on.

the engine

NOTICE

When the charging system warning light comes on while the engine is running, malfunctions such as the en- gine drive belt being broken may have occurred. If the warning light comes on, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.

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(e) Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning

Light

This light warns that the engine oil pres- sure is too low. If it flickers or stays on while you are driving, pull off the road to a safe place and stop the engine immediately. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance. The flicker when the engine is idling or it may come on briefly after a hard stop. There is no cause for concern if it then goes out when the engine is accelerated slightly. The light may come on when the oil level is extremely is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the level dipstick.

light may occasionally

low. It

NOTICE

the Do not drive warning light on—even for one block. It may ruin the engine.

the vehicle with

(f) Malfunction Indicator Lamp This lamp comes on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes off after the engine starts. This means that the warning light sys- tem is operating properly. If the lamp remains on, or the lamp comes on while driving, first check the followings. D Empty fuel tank

If the fuel tank is empty, refuel immedi- ately.

D Loose fuel tank cap

If the fuel tank cap is loose, securely tighten it.

These cases are temporary malfunctions. The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after taking several driving trips. If the lamp does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. If the fuel tank is not empty or the fuel tank cap is not loose... D There is a problem somewhere in the engine, emission control system, elec- tronic throttle control system, automatic transmission electrical system or warn- ing light system itself.

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Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. If engine speed does not increase when the accelerator pedal is depressed, there may be a problem somewhere in the elec- tronic throttle control system. At this time, vibration may occur. Howev- er, if you depress the accelerator pedal more firmly and slowly, you can drive your vehicle at low speeds. Have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Even if the abnormality of the electronic throttle control system is corrected during low speed driving, the system may not be recovered until the engine is stopped and the engine switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.

CAUTION

Be especially careful to prevent erro- neous pedal operation.

if

control

system

inspection

Emissions inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs Your vehicle may not pass a state emission the malfunction indicator lamp remains on. Contact your to check your vehicle’s Toyota dealer emission and OBD (On−Board Diagnostics) system before taking your vehicle for the inspection. For details, see “Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs” on page 426
in Section 6. (g) Low Fuel Level Warning Light This light comes on when the fuel level in the tank becomes nearly empty. Fill up the tank as soon as possible. On inclines or curves, due to the move- ment of fuel in the tank, the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual.

(h) Engine Oil Replacement Reminder

Light (for vehicles sold in U.S.A.)

then flashes

This light acts as a reminder to replace the engine oil. This light will come on when the engine switch is turned to “ON” and will go off after about a few seconds. When you drive for about 7200 km (4500
miles) after the engine oil replacement, this light illuminates for about 3 seconds and for about 12 seconds with the engine switch turned to the “ON” position. If you continue driving without the engine oil replacement, and if the driv- ing range exceeds 8000 km (5000 miles), the light will come on after the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position. The light will remain on thereafter. If the light is flashing, we recommend that you replace the engine oil at an early opportunity depending on the driving and road condition. If the light comes on, re- place it as soon as possible.

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You need to reset the light after the en- gine oil replacement. Reset the light by following the procedure below: 1. Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” or the odometer details, see trip meters” on

“LOCK” position with reading shown. (For “Odometer and page 148 in this Section.) the engine switch

2. Turn

two

to

the “ON” trip

the

position while holding down meter reset button.

Hold down the button until the light goes off. Before the light goes off, it illuminates for 3 seconds, flashes for 2 seconds and illuminates for 1 second. If the system fails to reset, the light will remain flashing. (i) “ABS” Warning Light The the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti−lock brake system and the brake assist system work properly, light turns off after a few seconds. Thereafter, if either of the systems malfunctions, the light comes on again.

light comes on when

the

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When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the following systems do not operate, but the brake system still operates conventionally. D Anti−lock brake system D Brake assist system D Traction control system

(two−wheel drive models)

D Active traction control system

(four−wheel drive models)

D “AUTO LSD” system

(two−wheel drive models)

D Vehicle stability control system D Downhill assist control system

(four−wheel drive models)

D Hill−start assist control system When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti−lock brake system does not operate, so that the wheels will lock up during a sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces.

If either of the following conditions oc- curs, this indicates a malfunction some- where in the components monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. D The light does not come on when the turned to the “ON”

engine switch is position, or remains on.

D The light comes on while you are dri-

ving.

A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem.

CAUTION

If the “ABS” warning light remains on together with the brake system warn- ing light, immediately stop your ve- hicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. In this case, not only the anti−lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely unsta- ble during braking.

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Either of the following conditions may occur, but do not indicate a malfunc- tion: D The light may stay on for about 60
seconds after is turned to the “ON” position. It is nor- mal if it turns off after a while.

the engine switch

D Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the light. It is normal if it turns off after a few seconds.

(j) “VSC OFF” Warning Light The light flashing warns that there is a problem somewhere in the following. D Vehicle stability control system D Traction control system

(two−wheel drive models)

D Active traction control system

(four−wheel drive models)

D “AUTO LSD” system

(two−wheel drive models)

D Downhill assist control system

(four−wheel drive models)

D Hill−start assist control system The light will come on when the engine switch turned to “ON”, and will go off after a few seconds.

the brake pedal

It is not a malfunction that the warning light may stay on for 60 seconds after the engine switch is turned to the “ON” posi- tion. Depressing repeatedly may turn on the lights. It is normal if they go out after a few seconds. If the light flashes while driving, the above mentioned systems do not work. However, as conventional braking operates when ap- plied, there is no problem to continue your driving. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: D The warning light does not come on to

the engine switch

turned

is

after “ON”.

D The warning light remains on after the

engine switch is turned to “ON”.

D The warning light flashes while driving. When the brake fluid level is too low, the above mentioned systems will not operate and the warning light comes on. (k) Open Door Warning Light the side This light remains on until all doors and back door are completely closed.

light system monitors

(l) SRS Warning Light This indicator comes on when the en- gine switch is turned to the “ON” posi- tion. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This means the SRS airbags and seat belt pretensioners are operating proper- ly. This warning the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sen- sors, side and curtain shield airbag sen- sors, curtain shield airbag sensors, driv- er’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant classification system and light, front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflat- ors, “RSCA OFF” indicator light, intercon- necting wiring and power sources. If any of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or seat belt pretensioners. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. D The light does not come on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position or remains on for more than 6 seconds or flashes.

indicator

D The light comes on or starts flashing

while driving.