2016 Toyota Avalon Owners Manual

• When frequently and repeatedly taking curves or driving on a winding

• There is a highly reflective object ahead of the vehicle, such as a sign or

• The back of a vehicle ahead is highly reflective, such as a container on a

road.

a mirror.

truck.

• The vehicle’s headlights are damaged or dirty. • The vehicle is listing or tilting, due to a flat tire, a trailer being towed etc. • The high beam and low beam are repeatedly being switched between in

an abnormal manner.

• The driver believes that the high beam may be causing problems or dis-

tress to other drivers or pedestrians nearby. ■If the Automatic High Beam indicator flashes

It may indicate a malfunction in the system. Contact your Toyota dealer.

■Customization

The automatic high beam can be deactivated. (Customizable feature: P. 449)

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Windshield wipers and washer

Intermittent wiper with interval adjuster (if equipped)  Type A Wiper intervals can be adjusted for intermittent operation (when

is selected).

Intermittent windshield wiper operation Low speed windshield wiper operation High speed windshield wiper operation Temporary operation

Wiper intervals can be adjusted when intermittent operation is selected.

Increases the intermittent wind- shield wiper frequency Decreases windshield wiper frequency

intermittent

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 Type B Wiper intervals can be adjusted for intermittent operation (when

is selected).

Intermittent windshield wiper operation Low speed windshield wiper operation High speed windshield wiper operation Temporary operation

Wiper intervals can be adjusted when intermittent operation is selected.

Increases the intermittent wind- shield wiper frequency Decreases windshield wiper frequency

intermittent

the

■ Washer/wiper dual operation Wipers will automatically oper- ate a couple of times after the washer squirts.

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Rain-sensing windshield wipers (if equipped)  Type A With “AUTO” selected, the wipers will operate automatically when the sensor detects falling rain. The system automatically adjusts wiper timing in accordance with rain volume and vehicle speed.

Rain-sensing windshield wiper operation Low speed windshield wiper operation High speed windshield wiper operation Temporary operation

When “AUTO” is selected, the sensor sensitivity can be adjusted as follows by turning the switch ring.

Increases the sensitivity Decreases the sensitivity

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 Type B With “AUTO” selected, the wipers will operate automatically when the sensor detects falling rain. The system automatically adjusts wiper timing in accordance with rain volume and vehicle speed.

Rain-sensing windshield wiper operation Low speed windshield wiper operation High speed windshield wiper operation Temporary operation

When “AUTO” is selected, the sensor sensitivity can be adjusted as follows by turning the switch ring.

Increases the sensitivity Decreases the sensitivity

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■ Washer/wiper dual operation Wipers will automatically oper- ate a couple of times after the washer squirts.

■The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

■Effects of vehicle speed on wiper operation (vehicles with rain-sensing

windshield wipers) With low speed windshield wiper operation selected, wiper operation will be switched from low speed to intermittent wiper operation only when the vehicle is stationary.

■Raindrop sensor (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)

●The raindrop sensor judges the amount

of raindrops. An optical sensor is adopted. It may not operate properly when sunlight from the rising or setting of the sun intermittently strikes the windshield, or if bugs etc. are present on the windshield.

●If the wiper is turned to AUTO mode while the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode, the wipers will operate once to show that AUTO mode is acti- vated.

●If the temperature of the raindrop sensor is 194°F (90°C) or higher, or 14°F (-10°C) or lower, automatic operation may not occur. In this case, operate the wipers in any mode other than AUTO mode.

■If no windshield washer fluid sprays

Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the windshield washer fluid reservoir.

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WARNING

■Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in AUTO mode (vehi-

cles with rain-sensing windshield wipers) The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or the windshield is subject to vibration in AUTO mode. Take care that your fin- gers or anything else do not become caught in the windshield wipers.

■Caution regarding the use of washer fluid

When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

■When the windshield is dry

Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.

■When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle

Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled toward you and held continually.

■When a nozzle becomes blocked

In this case, contact your Toyota dealer. Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

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Opening the fuel tank cap

Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap:

Before refueling the vehicle ● Close all the doors and windows, and turn the engine switch off. ● Confirm the type of fuel.

■Fuel types

P. 433

■Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline

To help prevent incorrect fueling, your vehicle has a fuel tank opening that only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.

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WARNING

■When refueling the vehicle

Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. ●After exiting the vehicle and before opening the fuel door, touch an unpainted metal surface to discharge any static electricity. It is important to discharge static electricity before refueling because sparks resulting from static electricity can cause fuel vapors to ignite while refueling.

●Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it. A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened. Wait until the sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap. In hot weather, pressurized fuel may spray out the filler neck and cause injury.

●Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their

body to come close to an open fuel tank.

●Do not inhale vaporized fuel.

Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled.

●Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.

Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.

●Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically

charged. This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible ignition hazard.

■When refueling

Observe the following precautions to prevent fuel overflowing from the fuel tank: ●Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck. ●Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. ●Do not top off the fuel tank.

NOTICE

■Refueling

Do not spill fuel during refueling. Doing so may damage the vehicle, such as causing the emission control system to operate abnormally or damaging fuel system components or the vehicle’s painted surface.

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Opening the fuel tank cap

With the doors unlocked, press the center of the rear edge of the fuel filler door. Push until you hear a click and take your hand away to slightly open the fuel filler door. Then open the door fully by hand.

Turn the fuel tank cap slowly to remove it and hang it on the back of the fuel filler door.

■If the fuel filler door cannot be opened Remove the cover inside the trunk and pull the lever to unlock the fuel filler door. Then press the center of the rear edge of the fuel filler door to open it.

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After refueling, turn the fuel tank cap until you hear a click. Once the cap is released, it will turn slightly in the opposite direction.

Close the fuel filler door, and press the center of the rear edge of the fuel filler door until you hear a click. When you lock the doors, the fuel filler door will lock also.

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■Fuel filler door lock condition

The fuel filler door may not be locked even when the vehicle’s doors are locked in the following conditions: ●When operating the door lock button inside the vehicle ●When the automatic door locking system is operated (P. 100) ●When the fuel filler door is closed after the vehicle’s doors are locked

WARNING

■When replacing the fuel tank cap

Do not use anything but a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap designed for your vehicle. Doing so may cause a fire or other incident which may result in death or serious injury.

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Toyota Safety Sense P

The Toyota Safety Sense P consists of the following drive assist systems and contributes to a safe and comfortable driving expe- rience:

◆ PCS (Pre-Collision System)

P. 196

◆ LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)

P. 209

◆ Dynamic radar cruise control

P. 220

◆ Automatic High Beam

P. 174

WARNING

■Toyota Safety Sense P

The Toyota Safety Sense P is designed to operate under the assumption that the driver will drive safely, and is designed to help reduce the impact to the occupants and the vehicle in the case of a collision or assist the driver in normal driving conditions. As there is a limit to the degree of recognition accuracy and control performance that this system can provide, do not overly rely on this system. The driver is always responsible for paying atten- tion to the vehicle's surroundings and driving safely.

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Vehicle data recording The pre-collision system is equipped with a sophisticated computer that will record certain data, such as: • Accelerator status • Brake status • Vehicle speed • Operation status of the pre-collision system functions • Information (such as the distance and relative speed between your

vehicle and the vehicle ahead or other objects)

Additionally, if the pre-collision braking function is operating, image information from the camera sensor will also be recorded. The pre- collision system does not record conversations, sounds or pictures. ● Data usage

Toyota may use the data recorded in this computer to diagnose malfunctions, conduct research and development, and improve quality. Toyota will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except: • With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the

lessee if the vehicle is leased

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

government agency

• For use by Toyota in a lawsuit • For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific

vehicle or vehicle owner

● Recorded image information can be erased using a specialized

device. The image information recording function can be disabled. How- ever, if the function is disabled, data from when the pre-collision system operates will not be available.

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Sensors Two types of sensors, located behind the front grille and windshield, detect information necessary to operate the drive assist systems.

Radar sensor

Camera sensor

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WARNING

■To avoid malfunction of the radar sensor

Observe the following precautions. Otherwise, the radar sensor may not operate properly. ●Keep the radar sensor and front grille emblem clean at all times.

Front grille emblem Radar sensor

If the front of the radar sensor or the front or back of the front grille emblem is dirty or covered with water droplets, snow, etc., clean it. Clean the radar sensor and front grille emblem with a soft cloth so you do not mark or damage them.

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

other items to the radar sensor, front grille emblem or surrounding area. ●Do not subject the radar sensor or surrounding area to a strong impact.

If the radar sensor, front grille, or front bumper has been subjected to a strong impact, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

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

area.

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

installed, or replaced, contact your Toyota dealer.

●The radar sensor complies with relevant radio wave regulations, as shown by the label printed to the sensor. Do not remove the label. Additionally, disassembly or modification of the radar sensor may be prohibited by law.

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WARNING

■To avoid malfunction of the camera sensor

Observe the following precautions. Otherwise, the camera sensor may not operate properly, possibly leading to an accident resulting in death or serious injury. ●Keep the windshield clean at all times.

If the windshield is dirty or covered with an oily film, water droplets, snow, etc., clear the windshield. If the inner side of the windshield where the camera sensor is installed is dirty, contact your Toyota dealer.

●Do not install an antenna or attach stick- ers (including transparent stickers) or other items to the area of the windshield in front of the camera sensor (shaded area in the illustration).

●If the part of the windshield in front of the camera sensor is fogged up or covered with condensation or ice, use the windshield defogger to remove the fog, condensation or ice. (P. 262)

●Glass coating agents can be applied to the windshield. However, it will still be necessary to use the wipers if the area of the windshield in front of the camera sensor is covered with water droplets.

●If water droplets cannot be properly removed from the area of the wind- shield in front of the camera sensor by the windshield wipers, replace the wiper insert or wiper blade. If the wiper inserts or the wiper blades need to be replaced, contact your Toyota dealer.

●Do not attach window tinting to the windshield. ●Replace the windshield if it is damaged or cracked.

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

●Do not get the camera sensor wet. ●Do not allow bright lights to shine into the camera sensor. ●Do not dirty or damage the camera sensor.

When cleaning the inside of the windshield, do not allow glass cleaner to contact the lens. Also, do not touch the lens. If the lens is dirty or damaged, contact your Toyota dealer.

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WARNING

●Do not subject the camera sensor to a strong impact. ●Do not change the installation position or direction of the camera sensor or

remove it.

●Do not disassemble the camera sensor. ●Do not install an electronic device or device that emits strong electric

waves near the camera sensor.

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

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

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

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

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

that it will not obstruct the camera sensor.

●Do not modify the headlights or other lights.

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■Certification

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PCS (Pre-Collision System) The pre-collision system uses a radar sensor and camera sen- sor to detect vehicles and pedestrians*1 in front of your vehicle. When the system determines that the possibility of a frontal col- lision with a vehicle or pedestrian is high, a warning operates to urge the driver to take evasive action and the potential brake pressure is increased to help the driver avoid the collision. If the system determines that the possibility of a frontal collision with a vehicle or pedestrian is extremely high, the brakes are auto- matically applied*2 to help avoid the collision or help reduce the impact to the vehicle occupants and the vehicle in the collision. The pre-collision system can be disabled/enabled and the warning timing can be changed. (P. 200) *1: Depending on the region in which the vehicle was sold, the pedestrian detection function may not be available. Contact your Toyota dealer for details.

*2: Depending on the region in which the vehicle was sold, the pre-collision braking function (automatic braking function) may not be available. Con- tact your Toyota dealer for details.

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◆ Pre-collision warning

When the system determines that the possibility of a frontal collision is high, a buzzer will sound and a warning message will be displayed on the multi- information display to urge the driver to take evasive action.

◆ Pre-collision brake assist

When the system determines that the possibility of a frontal colli- sion is high, the system applies greater braking force in relation to how strongly the brake pedal is depressed.

◆ Pre-collision braking*3

When the system determines that the possibility of a frontal colli- sion is high, the system warns the driver. If the system determines that the possibility of a collision is extremely high, the brakes are automatically applied to help avoid the collision or reduce the colli- sion speed.

*3: Depending on the region in which the vehicle was sold, the pre-collision

braking function may not be available.

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WARNING

■Limitations of the pre-collision system

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

care to observe your surroundings. Do not use the pre-collision system instead of normal braking operations under any circumstances. This system will not prevent collisions or lessen collision damage or injury in every situation. Do not overly rely on this sys- tem. Failure to do so may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

●Although this system is designed to help avoid and reduce the impact of a collision, its effectiveness may change according to various conditions, therefore the system may not always be able to achieve the same level of performance. Read the following conditions carefully. Do not overly rely on this system and always drive carefully. • Conditions under which the system may operate even if there is no pos-

sibility of a collision: P. 203

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

• Conditions under which the system may not operate properly: P. 205
●Do not attempt to test the operation of the pre-collision system yourself, as ■Pre-collision braking*3
●The pre-collision braking function may not operate if certain operations are performed by the driver. If the accelerator pedal is being depressed strongly or the steering wheel is being turned, the system may determine that the driver is taking evasive action and possibly prevent the pre-colli- sion braking function from operating.

●In some situations, while the pre-collision braking function is operating, operation of the function may be canceled if the accelerator pedal is depressed strongly or the steering wheel is turned and the system deter- mines that the driver is taking evasive action.

●A large amount of braking force is applied while the pre-collision braking function is operating. Additionally, as the vehicle may creep after the pre- collision braking function has operated, the driver should depress the brake pedal as necessary.

●If the brake pedal is being depressed, the system may determine that the driver is taking evasive action and possibly delay the operation timing of the pre-collision braking function.

*3: Depending on the region in which the vehicle was sold, the pre-collision

braking function may not be available.

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WARNING

■When to disable the pre-collision system

In the following situations, disable the system, as it may not operate prop- erly, possibly leading to an accident resulting in death or serious injury: ●When the vehicle is being towed ●When your vehicle is towing another vehicle ●When transporting the vehicle via truck, boat, train or similar means of

transportation

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

are allowed to rotate freely

●When inspecting the vehicle using a drum tester such as a chassis dyna- mometer or speedometer tester, or when using an on vehicle wheel bal- ancer

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

an accident or other reasons

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

cle has been in an accident or is malfunctioning

●When the vehicle is driven in a sporty manner or off-road ●When the tires are not properly inflated ●When the tires are very worn ●When tires of a size other than specified are installed ●When tire chains are installed ●When a compact spare tire or an emergency tire puncture repair kit is used ●If the suspension is modified ●If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered, such as when loaded with

heavy luggage

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Changing settings of the pre-collision system ■ Disabling the pre-collision system

Press the PCS switch for 3 sec- onds or more.

The PCS warning light will turn on and a message will be dis- played on the multi-information display. To enable the system, press the PCS switch again. The system is enabled each time the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.

■ Changing the pre-collision warning timing

Press the PCS switch to display the current warning timing on the multi-information display. Each time the PCS switch is pressed with the warning timing displayed, the warning timing will change as follows.

The operation timing setting is retained when the engine switch is turned off. Far The warning will begin to oper- ate earlier than with the default timing. Middle This is the default setting. Near The warning will begin to operate later than with the default timing.

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■Operational conditions

 For vehicles sold in regions where the pedestrian detection function and pre-collision braking function are available*4
The pre-collision system is enabled and the system determines that the pos- sibility of a frontal collision with a vehicle or pedestrian is high. Each function is operational at the following speeds: ●Pre-collision warning:

• Vehicle speed is approximately 7 mph (10 km/h) or more. (For detecting a pedestrian, vehicle speed is between approximately 7 and 50 mph [10
and 80 km/h].)

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

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

●Pre-collision brake assist:

• Vehicle speed is approximately 19 mph (30 km/h) or more. (For detecting a pedestrian, vehicle speed is between approximately 19 and 50 mph [30
and 80 km/h].)

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

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

●Pre-collision braking:

• Vehicle speed is approximately 7 mph (10 km/h) or more. (For detecting a pedestrian, vehicle speed is between approximately 7 and 50 mph [10
and 80 km/h].)

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

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

The system may not operate in the following situations: ●If a battery terminal has been disconnected and reconnected and then the

vehicle has not been driven for a certain amount of time

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

tional)

●If the PCS warning light is flashing or illuminated  For vehicles sold in regions where the pedestrian detection function is not available and the pre-collision braking function is available*4
The pre-collision system is enabled and the system determines that the pos- sibility of a frontal collision with a vehicle is high. Each function is operational at the following speeds: ●Pre-collision warning:

• Vehicle speed is approximately 10 mph (15 km/h) or more. • The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian

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

●Pre-collision brake assist:

• Vehicle speed is approximately 19 mph (30 km/h) or more. • The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian

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

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●Pre-collision braking:

• Vehicle speed is approximately 10 mph (15 km/h) or more. • The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian

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

The system may not operate in the following situations: ●If a battery terminal has been disconnected and reconnected and then the

vehicle has not been driven for a certain amount of time

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

tional)

●If the PCS warning light is flashing or illuminated  For vehicles sold in regions where the pedestrian detection function and pre-collision braking function are not available*4
The pre-collision system is enabled and the system determines that the pos- sibility of a frontal collision with a vehicle is high. Each function is operational at the following speeds: ●Pre-collision warning:

• Vehicle speed is approximately 10 mph (15 km/h) or more. • The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian

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

●Pre-collision brake assist:

• Vehicle speed is approximately 19 mph (30 km/h) or more. • The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian

ahead is approximately 19 mph (30 km/h) or more. The system may not operate in the following situations: ●If a battery terminal has been disconnected and reconnected and then the

vehicle has not been driven for a certain amount of time

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

tional)

●If the PCS warning light is flashing or illuminated *4: Depending on the region in which the vehicle was sold, the pedestrian detection function and pre-collision braking function may not be available.

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■Pedestrian detection function*5
The pre-collision system detects pedestri- ans based on the size, profile, and motion of a detected object. However, a pedes- trian may not be detected depending on the the surrounding brightness and motion, posture, and angle of the detected object, preventing the system from operating properly. (P. 207) *5: Depending on the region in which the vehicle was sold, the pedestrian

detection function may not be available.

■Cancelation of the pre-collision braking*3
●If either of the following occur while the pre-collision braking function is

operating, it will be canceled: • The accelerator pedal is depressed strongly. • The steering wheel is turned sharply or abruptly.

●If the vehicle is stopped by the operation of the pre-collision braking func- tion, the operation of the pre-collision braking function will be canceled after the vehicle has been stopped for approximately 2 seconds.

*3: Depending on the region in which the vehicle was sold, the pre-collision

braking function may not be available.

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

sibility of a collision ●In some situations such as the following, the system may determine that there is a possibility of a frontal collision and operate. • When passing a vehicle or pedestrian*5
• When changing lanes while overtaking a preceding vehicle • When overtaking a preceding vehicle that is changing lanes • When overtaking a preceding vehicle

that is making a left/right turn

• When passing a vehicle in an oncom- ing lane that is stopped to make a right/left turn

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• When driving on a road where relative location to vehicle ahead in an adja- cent lane may change, such as on a winding road

• When a preceding vehicle suddenly decelerates • If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered, such as when the road sur-

face is uneven or undulating

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

poles, trees, or walls

• When there is a vehicle, pedes- trian*5, or object by the roadside at the entrance of a curve

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

tunnel or on an iron bridge

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

protrusion on the road surface or roadside

• When pedestrian approaches very close to the vehi- cle*5

crossing

• When passing through a place with a low structure above the road (low ceil- ing, traffic sign, etc.)

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• When passing under an object (bill- board, etc.) at the top of an uphill road

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

or other barrier that opens and closes

• When using an automatic car wash • When driving

through or under objects that may contact the vehicle, such as thick grass, tree branches, or a banner

• When the vehicle is hit by water, snow, dust, etc. from a vehicle ahead • When driving through steam or smoke • When there are patterns or paint on the road or a wall that may be mis- taken for a vehicle or pedestrian*5
• When driving near an object that reflects radio waves, such as a large

truck or guardrail

• When driving near a TV tower, broadcasting station, electric power plant, or other location where strong radio waves or electrical noise may be present

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

detection function may not be available.

■Situations in which the system may not operate properly

●In some situations such as the following, a vehicle may not be detected by the radar sensor and camera sensor, preventing the system from operating properly: • If an oncoming vehicle is approaching your vehicle • If a vehicle ahead is a motorcycle or bicycle • When approaching the side of a vehicle • If a preceding vehicle has a small rear end, such as an unloaded truck • If a preceding vehicle has a low rear

end, such as a low bed trailer

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

ground clearance

• If a vehicle ahead is irregularly shaped, such as a tractor or side car • If the sun or other light is shining directly on a vehicle ahead • If a vehicle cuts in front of your vehicle or emerges from beside a vehicle • If a vehicle ahead makes an abrupt maneuver (such as sudden swerving,

acceleration or deceleration)

• When suddenly cutting behind a preceding vehicle • When a vehicle ahead is not directly

in front of your vehicle

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

sandstorm

• When the vehicle is hit by water, snow, dust, etc. from a vehicle ahead • When driving through steam or smoke • When driving in a place where the surrounding brightness changes sud-

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

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

traffic, shines directly into the camera sensor

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

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

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

night or in a tunnel

amount of time

right turn

• While driving on a curve and for a few seconds after driving on a curve • If your vehicle is skidding • If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered, such as when the road sur-

face is uneven or undulating • If the wheels are misaligned • If a wiper blade is blocking the camera sensor • The vehicle is wobbling. • The vehicle is being driven at extremely high speeds. • When driving on a hill

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

obtained, preventing the system from performing properly: • If the braking functions cannot operate to their full extent, such as when

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

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

worn, improper tire inflation pressure, etc.)

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

●Some pedestrians such as the following may not be detected by the radar sensor and camera sensor, preventing the system from operating prop- erly*5: • Pedestrians shorter than approximately 3.2 ft. (1 m) or taller than approx-

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

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

imately 6.5 ft. (2 m)

ing their silhouette obscure

hiding part of their body

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

face

cle

• Groups of pedestrians which are close together • Pedestrians who are wearing white and look extremely bright • Pedestrians in the dark, such as at night or while in a tunnel • Pedestrians whose clothing appears to be nearly the same color or

brightness as their surroundings

• Pedestrians near walls, fences, guardrails, or large objects • Pedestrians who are on a metal object (manhole cover, steel plate, etc.)

on the road

• Pedestrians who are walking fast • Pedestrians who are changing speed abruptly • Pedestrians running out from behind a vehicle or a large object • Pedestrians who are extremely close to the side of the vehicle (outside

rear view mirror, etc.)

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

detection function may not be available.

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

the multi-information display The pre-collision system may be temporarily unavailable or there may be a malfunction in the system. ●In the following situations, the warning light will turn off, the message will disappear and the system will become operational when normal operating conditions return: • When the radar sensor or camera sensor or the area around either sen-

sor is hot, such as in the sun

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

sor is cold, such as in an extremely cold environment

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

snow, etc.

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

sticker is attached to the windshield near the camera sensor

●If the PCS warning light continues to flash or the warning message does not disappear, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

■If VSC is disabled

●If VSC is disabled (P. 250), the pre-collision brake assist and pre-collision

braking functions are also disabled.

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

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

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LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)

Summary of functions When driving on highways and freeways with white (yellow) lines, this function alerts the driver when the vehicle might depart from its lane and provides assistance by operating the steering wheel to keep the vehicle in its lane. The LDA system recognizes visi- ble white (yellow) lines with the camera sensor on the upper por- tion of the front windshield.

: If equipped

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Functions included in LDA system ◆ Lane departure alert function When the system determines that the vehicle might depart from its lane, a warning is dis- played on the multi-information display and the warning buzzer sounds to alert the driver.

When the warning buzzer sounds, check the surrounding road situation and carefully operate the steering wheel to move the vehicle back to the center within the white (yellow) lines.

◆ Steering control function

When the system determines that the vehicle might depart from its lane, the system pro- vides assistance as necessary by operating the steering wheel in small amounts for a short period of time to keep the vehi- cle in its lane.

If the system detects that the steering wheel has not been operated for a fixed amount of time or the steering wheel is not being firmly gripped, a warning is displayed on the multi-infor- mation display and the warning buzzer sounds.

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◆ Vehicle sway warning

lane multiple

When the vehicle is swaying or appears as if it may depart from its the warning buzzer sounds and a message is displayed on the multi-information display to alert the driver.

times,

WARNING

■Before using LDA system

Do not rely solely upon the LDA system. LDA is not a system which auto- matically drives the vehicle or reduces the amount of attention that must be paid to the area in front of the vehicle. The driver must always assume full responsibility for driving safely by always paying careful attention to the sur- rounding conditions and operate the steering wheel to correct the path of the vehicle. Also, make sure to take adequate breaks when fatigued, such as from driving for a long period of time.Failure to perform appropriate driv- ing operations and pay careful attention may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

■To avoid operating LDA by mistake

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

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WARNING

■Situations unsuitable for LDA

Do not use the LDA system in the following situations. The system may not operate properly and lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury. ●A spare tire, tire chains, etc., are equipped. ●When the tires have been excessively worn, or when the tire inflation pres-

sure is low.

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

used.

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

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

●Vehicle is driven on a snow-covered road. ●White (yellow) lines are difficult to see due to rain, snow, fog, dust, etc. ●Asphalt repair marks, white (yellow) line marks, etc., are present due to

road repair.

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

work.

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

fallen snow, freezing, etc.

●Vehicle is driven in traffic lanes other than on highways and freeways. ●Vehicle is driven in a construction zone. ●Vehicle is towing a trailer or another vehicle.

■Preventing LDA system malfunctions and operations performed by

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

lights.

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

replaced, contact your Toyota dealer.

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

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

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

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Turning LDA system on Press the LDA switch to turn the LDA system on.

The LDA indicator illuminates and a message is displayed on the multi-information display. Press the LDA switch again to turn the LDA system off. When the LDA system is turned on or off, operation of the LDA system continues in the same condition the next time the engine is started.

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Indications on multi-information display

LDA indicator The illumination condition of the indicator informs the driver of the system operation status. Illuminated in white: LDA system is operating. Illuminated in green: Steering wheel assistance of the steering control function is operat- ing. Flashing in amber: Lane departure alert function is operating. Operation display of steering wheel operation support Indicates that steering wheel assistance of the steering control function is operating. Lane departure alert function display Displayed when the multi-information display is switched to the driving assist system information screen.

 Inside of displayed white lines

 Inside of displayed white lines

is white

is black

Indicates that the system is recog- nizing white (yellow) lines. When the vehicle departs from its lane, the white line displayed on the side from flashes amber.

the vehicle departs

Indicates that the system is not able to recognize white (yellow) lines or is temporarily canceled.

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■Operation conditions of each function

●Lane departure alert function

This function operates when all of the following conditions are met. • LDA is turned on. • Vehicle speed is approximately 32 mph (50 km/h) or more. • System recognizes white (yellow) lines. • Width of traffic lane is approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) or more. • Turn signal lever is not operated. • Vehicle is driven on a straight road or around a gentle curve with a radius

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

• No system malfunctions are detected. (P. 218)

●Steering control function

This function operates when all of the following conditions are met in addi- tion to the operation conditions for the lane departure alert function. • Setting for “

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

play is set to “On”. (P. 85)

• Vehicle is not accelerated or decelerated by a fixed amount or more. • Steering wheel is not operated with a steering force level suitable for

• ABS, VSC, TRAC and PCS are not operating. • When the VSC or TRAC system is turned off by pressing the VSC OFF

changing lanes.

switch.

●Vehicle sway warning

This function operates when all of the following conditions are met. • Setting for “

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

“On”. (P. 85)

• Vehicle speed is approximately 32 mph (50 km/h) or more. • Width of traffic lane is approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) or more. • No system malfunctions are detected. (P. 218)

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■Temporary cancellation of functions

When operation conditions are no longer met, a function may be temporarily canceled. However, when the operation conditions are met again, operation of the function is automatically restored. (P. 215)

■Steering control function

Depending on the vehicle speed, lane departure situation, road conditions, etc., the operation of the functions may not be recognized or the functions may not operate.

■Lane departure alert function

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

■Hands off steering wheel alert

When the system determines that the driver has removed their hands from the steering wheel while the steering control function is operating, a warning message is displayed on the multi-information display and the buzzer sounds.

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

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

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■Conditions in which functions may not operate properly

In the following situations, the camera sensor may not detect white (yellow) lines and various functions may not operate normally. ●There are shadows on the road that run parallel with, or cover, the white

(yellow) lines.

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

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

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

marker” or stones are present.

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

etc.

●The vehicle is driven on a road surface that is wet due to rain, puddles, etc. ●The traffic lines are yellow (which may be more difficult to recognize than

lines that are white).

●The white (yellow) lines cross over a curb, etc. ●The vehicle is driven on a bright surface, such as concrete. ●The vehicle is driven on a surface that is bright due to reflected light, etc. ●The vehicle is driven in an area where the brightness changes suddenly,

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

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

camera.

●The vehicle is driven where the road diverges, merges, etc. ●The vehicle is driven on a slope. ●The vehicle is driven on a road which tilts left or right, or a winding road. ●The vehicle is driven on an unpaved or rough road. ●The vehicle is driven around a sharp curve. ●The traffic lane is excessively narrow or wide. ●The vehicle is extremely tilted due to carrying heavy luggage or having

improper tire pressure.

●The distance to the preceding vehicle is extremely short. ●The vehicle is moving up and down a large amount due to road conditions

during driving (poor roads or road seams).

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

beam axis has deviated.

●The vehicle is struck by a crosswind. ●The vehicle has just changed lanes or crossed an intersection. ●Snow tires, etc., are equipped.

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■Warning message

If the following warning message is displayed on the multi-information display and the LDA indicator illuminates in amber, follow the appropriate trouble- shooting procedure.

Warning message

Details/Actions

“Check LDA System”

The system may not be operating properly.  Have the vehicle inspected at your

Toyota dealer.

“Forward Camera

System

Unavailable

Clean Windshield”

“Forward Camera

System

Unavailable”

Dirt, rain, condensation, ice, snow, etc., are present on the windshield in front of the camera sensor.  Turn the LDA system off, remove any dirt, rain, condensation, ice, snow, etc., from the windshield, and then turn the LDA system back on. The LDA system is temporarily can- celed because the operating condi- tions sensor (temperature, etc.) are not met.  The LDA system can be operated when the operating conditions of the camera sensor (temperature, etc.) are met. Turn the LDA system off, wait for a while, and then turn the LDA system back on.

camera

the

of

“LDA Not Available”

“LDA Unavailable Below

Approx. 32 MPH”

The LDA system is temporarily can- celed due to a malfunction in a sensor other than the camera sensor.  Turn the LDA system off and follow the appropriate troubleshooting procedures for other warning mes- sages. Afterward, drive the vehicle for a short time, and then turn the LDA system back on.

The LDA system cannot be used as the vehicle speed is approximately 32
mph (50 km/h) or less.  Drive the vehicle at approximately

32 mph (50 km/h) or more.

If a different warning message is displayed, follow the instructions displayed on the screen.

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■Customization

The following settings can be changed.

Function

Lane departure alert

Setting details

Adjust alert sensitivity

Steering control function

Turn steering wheel assistance on and off

Vehicle sway warning

Turn function on and off Adjust alert sensitivity

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

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Dynamic radar cruise control

Summary of functions In vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the vehicle automatically accelerates and decelerates to match the speed changes of the pre- ceding vehicle even if the accelerator pedal is not depressed. In con- stant speed control mode, the vehicle runs at a fixed speed. Use the dynamic radar cruise control on freeways and highways. ● Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode (P. 223) ● Constant speed control mode (P. 228)

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance but- ton Display Indicators Set speed Cruise control switch

: If equipped

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WARNING

■Before using dynamic radar cruise control

Driving safely is the sole responsibility of the driver. Do not rely solely on the system, and drive safely by always paying careful attention to your sur- roundings. The dynamic radar cruise control provides driving assistance to reduce the driver's burden. However, there are limitations to the assistance provided. Even when the system is functioning normally, the condition of the preced- ing vehicle as detected by the system may differ from the condition observed by the driver. Therefore, the driver must always remain alert, assess the danger of each situation and drive safely. Relying on this system or assuming the system ensures safety while driving can lead to an acci- dent, resulting in death or serious injury.

■Cautions regarding the driving assist systems

Observe the following precautions, as there are limitations to the assistance provided by the system. Failure to do so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury. ●Assisting the driver to measure following distance

The dynamic radar cruise control is only intended to help the driver in determining the following distance between the driver’s own vehicle and a designated vehicle traveling ahead. It is not a mechanism that allows care- less or inattentive driving, and it is not a system that can assist the driver in low-visibility conditions. It is still necessary for driver to pay close attention to the vehicle’s surroundings.

●Assisting the driver to judge proper following distance

The dynamic radar cruise control determines whether the following dis- tance between the driver’s own vehicle and a designated vehicle traveling ahead is within a set range. It is not capable of making any other type of judgement. Therefore, it is absolutely necessary for the driver to remain vigilant and to determine whether or not there is a possibility of danger in any given situation.

●Assisting the driver to operate the vehicle

The dynamic radar cruise control has limited capability to prevent or avoid a collision with a vehicle traveling ahead. Therefore, if there is ever any danger, the driver must take immediate and direct control of the vehicle and act appropriately in order to ensure the safety of all involved.

■To avoid inadvertent dynamic radar cruise control activation

Switch the dynamic radar cruise control off using the “ON-OFF” button when not in use.

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WARNING

■Situations unsuitable for dynamic radar cruise control

Do not use dynamic radar cruise control in any of the following situations. Doing so may result in inappropriate speed control and could cause an acci- dent resulting in death or serious injury. ●Roads where there are pedestrians, cyclers, etc. ●In heavy traffic ●On roads with sharp bends ●On winding roads ●On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow ●On steep downhills, or where there are sudden changes between sharp up

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

●At entrances to freeways and highways ●When weather conditions are bad enough that they may prevent the sen-

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

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

camera sensor

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

eration

●When your vehicle is towing a trailer or during emergency towing ●When an approach warning buzzer is heard often

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Driving in vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode This mode employs a radar sensor to detect the presence of vehicles up to approximately 400 ft. (120 m) ahead, determines the current vehicle-to-vehicle following distance, and operates to maintain a suit- able following distance from the vehicle ahead.

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

Example of constant speed cruising When there are no vehicles ahead The vehicle travels at the speed set by the driver. The desired vehicle-to- vehicle distance can also be set by operating the vehicle-to-vehicle dis- tance button. Example of deceleration cruising and follow-up cruising When a preceding vehicle driving slower than the set speed appears When a vehicle is detected running ahead of you, the system automatically decelerates your vehicle. When a greater reduction in vehicle speed is necessary, the system applies the brakes (the stop lights will come on at this time). The system will respond to changes in the speed of the vehicle ahead in order to maintain the vehicle-to-vehicle distance set by the driver. Approach warning warns you when the system cannot decelerate suffi- ciently to prevent your vehicle from closing in on the vehicle ahead. Example of acceleration When there are no longer any preceding vehicles driving slower than the set speed The system accelerates until the set speed is reached. The system then returns to constant speed cruising.

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

Press the “ON-OFF” button to activate the cruise control. Radar cruise control indicator will come on and a message will be displayed on the multi-information display. Press the button again to deacti- vate the cruise control. If the “ON-OFF” button is pressed and held for 1.5 seconds or more, the system turns on in constant speed control mode. (P. 228)

Accelerate or decelerate, with accelerator pedal operation, to the desired vehicle speed (above approximately 30 mph [50 km/h]) and push the lever down to set the speed. Cruise control “SET” indicator will come on. The vehicle speed at the moment the lever is released becomes the set speed.

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Adjusting the set speed To change the set speed, operate the lever until the desired set speed is displayed.

Increases the speed Decreases the speed

Fine adjustment: Momentarily move the lever in the desired direction. Large adjustment: Hold the lever up or down to change the speed, and release when the desired speed is reached. In the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the set speed will be increased or decreased as follows:

 For the U.S.A Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 km/h)*1 or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)*2 each time the lever is operated Large adjustment: Increases or decreases in 1 mph (1.6 km/h)*1 or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)*2 increments for as long as the lever is held  For Canada Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 km/h)*1 or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)*2 each time the lever is operated Large adjustment: Increases or decreases in 5 mph (8 km/h)*1 or 5 km/h (3.1 mph)*2 increments for as long as the lever is held

In the constant speed control mode (P. 228), the set speed will be increased or decreased as follows:

Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 km/h)*1 or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)*2 each time the lever is operated Large adjustment: The speed will continue to change while the lever is held.

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

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Changing the vehicle-to-vehicle distance (vehicle-to-vehicle dis- tance control mode) Pressing the button changes the vehicle-to-vehicle distance as fol- lows:

Preceding vehicle mark

Long Medium Short The vehicle-to-vehicle distance is set automatically to long mode when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.

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

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance settings (vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode) Select a distance from the table below. Note that the distances shown correspond to a vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Vehicle-to-vehicle distance increases/decreases in accordance with vehicle speed.

Distance options

Long Medium Short

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance Approximately 160 ft. (50 m) Approximately 130 ft. (40 m) Approximately 100 ft. (30 m)

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Canceling and resuming the speed control

pedal

brake