2012 Toyota Corolla Owners Manual

mal conditions ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle's stopping distance. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you in the following situ- ations. ●When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads ●When driving with tire chains ●When driving over bumps in the road ●When driving over roads with potholes or uneven roads

■TRAC may not operate effectively when

Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip- pery road surfaces, even if the TRAC system is operating. Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.

■When VSC is activated

The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator light flashes.

■When TRAC and VSC are off

Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road condi- tions. As these are systems to ensure vehicle stability and driving force, do not turn off TRAC and VSC unless necessary.

■Replacing tires

Make sure that all tires are of the same size, brand, tread pattern and total load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the recom- mended tire pressure level. The ABS and VSC system will not function correctly if different tires are fitted on the vehicle. Contact your Toyota dealer for further information when replacing tires or wheels.

■Handling of tires and suspension

Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect the driving assist systems, and may cause the system to malfunction.

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2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage

Take notice of the following information about storage precau- tions, cargo capacity and load. ● Stow cargo and luggage in the trunk whenever possible. Be sure

all items are secured in place.

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

ward as possible helps maintain vehicle balance.

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

Capacity and distribution

Cargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants. (Cargo capacity) = (Total load capacity) - (Total weight of occupants) Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit⎯ (1)Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle's placard.

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

will be riding in your vehicle.

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

XXX kg or XXX lbs.

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

gage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 - 750 (5 × 150) = 650 lbs.)

(5)Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the avail- able cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.

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(6)If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. (→P. 185)

Example on your vehicle

Cargo capacity Total load capacity

When 2 people with the combined weight of 366 lb. (166 kg) are riding in your vehicle, which has a total load capacity of 825 lb. (370
kg), the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity will be as follows: 825 lb. - 366 lb. = 459 lb. (370 kg -166 kg = 204 kg)

In this condition, if 3 more passengers with the combined weight of 388 lb. (176 kg) get on, the available cargo and luggage load will be reduced as follows:

459 lb. - 388 lb. = 71 lb. (204 kg - 176 kg = 28 kg) As shown in the above example, if the number of occupants increases, the cargo and luggage load will be reduced by an amount that equals the increased weight due to the additional occupants. In other words, if an increase in the number of occupants causes an excess of the total load capacity (combined weight of occupants plus cargo and luggage load), you must reduce the cargo and luggage on your vehicle.

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CAUTION

■Storage precautions

Observe the following precautions. Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury. ●To prevent cargo and luggage from sliding forward during braking, do not stack anything in the enlarged trunk. Keep cargo and luggage low, as close to the floor as possible.

●Never allow anyone to ride in the enlarged trunk. It is not designed for passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat belts prop- erly fastened. Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer death or serious bodily injury, in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.

●Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations as the item may get under the clutch, brake or accelerator pedal and prevent the pedals from being depressed properly, block the driver’s vision, or hit the driver or passengers, causing an accident. • Driver’s feet • Front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items) • Package tray • Instrument panel • Dashboard

●Secure all items in the occupant compartment, as they may shift and injure someone during sudden braking, sudden swerving or an acci- dent.

■Capacity and distribution

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

weight rating.

●Even if the total load of occupant's weight and the cargo load is less

than the total load capacity, do not apply the load unevenly. Improper loading may cause deterioration of steering or braking con- trol which may cause death or serious injury.

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2-5. Driving information Vehicle load limits

Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, trailer weight rating and cargo capacity. ■ Total load capacity: 825 lb. (370 kg)

Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants, cargo and luggage.

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

Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants whose estimated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person.

■ Trailer weight rating

2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine: 1500 lb. (680 kg) 1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine: Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.

■ Cargo capacity

Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight and the number of occupants.

■Total load capacity and seating capacity

These details are also described on the tire and loading information label. (→P. 376)

CAUTION

■Overloading the vehicle

Do not overload the vehicle. It may not only cause damage to the tires, but also degrade steering and braking ability, resulting in an accident.

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2-5. Driving information Winter driving tips

Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri- ate to the prevailing weather conditions. ■ Pre-winter preparations

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

peratures. • Engine oil • Engine coolant • Washer fluid

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

ity of battery electrolyte.

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

of tire chains for the front tires. Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match the size of the tires. ■ Before driving the vehicle

Perform the following according to the driving conditions. ● Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing. ● To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan, remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in front of the windshield.

● Remove any ice that has accumulated on the vehicle chassis. ● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the brakes.

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■ When driving the vehicle

Accelerate the vehicle slowly and drive at a reduced speed suit- able to road conditions.

■ When parking the vehicle

Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P (automatic trans- mission), 1 or R (manual transmission) without setting the park- ing brake. The parking brake may freeze up, preventing it from being released. If necessary, block the wheels to prevent inad- vertent sliding or creeping.

Selecting tire chains

Vehicles with 15-inch tires

Use the tire chains of correct size and type.

Use SAE Class “S” type radial tire chains except radial cable chains or V-bar type chains. Vehicles with 16-inch and 17-inch tires

Use the correct tire chain size when mounting the snow chains. Chain size is regulated for each tire size.

Side chain:

0.12 in. (3 mm) in diameter 0.39 in. (10 mm) in width 1.18 in. (30 mm) in length

Cross chain:

0.16 in. (4 mm) in diameter 0.55 in. (14 mm) in width 0.98 in. (25 mm) in length

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Regulations on the use of snow chains

● Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to loca- tion and type of road. Always check local regulations before install- ing chains.

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

■Snow chain installation

Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains. ●Install and remove tire chains in a safe location. ●Install tire chains on the front tires only. Do not install tire chains on rear

tires.

●Install tire chains following the instructions provided in the accompanying

manual.

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CAUTION

■Driving with snow tires

Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents. Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or serious injury. ●Use tires of the size specified for your vehicle. ●Maintain the recommended level of air pressure. ●Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h), regardless of the type of

snow tires being used.

●Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.

■Driving with tire chains

Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents. Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely, and may cause death or serious injury. ●Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being

used or 30 mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower.

●Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes. ●Avoid sudden turns and braking, as use of chains may adversely affect

vehicle handling.

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

trol is maintained.

NOTICE

■Repairing or replacing snow tires

Request repairs of and obtain replacement snow tires from Toyota dealers or legitimate tire retailers. This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the opera- tion of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.

■Fitting tire chains

The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function correctly when tire chains are fitted.

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2-5. Driving information Trailer towing (2.4 L 4-cylinder [2AZ-FE] engine)

Your vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger-and-load-carrying vehicle. Towing a trailer can have an adverse impact on handling, performance, braking, durability, and fuel consumption. For your safety and the safety of others, you must not overload your vehicle or trailer. You must also ensure that you are using appropriate tow- ing equipment, that the towing equipment has been installed cor- rectly and used properly, and that you employ the requisite driving habits. Vehicle-trailer stability and braking performance are affected by trailer stability, brake performance and setting, trailer brakes, the hitch and hitch systems (if equipped). To tow a trailer safely, use extreme care and drive the vehicle in accordance with your trailer’s characteristics and operating condi- tions. Toyota warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by towing a trailer for commercial purposes. Contact your Toyota dealer for further information about additional requirements such as towing kits, etc.

Towing related terms

■ GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating)

The maximum allowable gross combination weight. The gross combination weight is the sum of the total vehicle weight (including the occupants, cargo and any optional equipment installed on the vehicle) and the weight of the trailer being towed (including the cargo in the trailer).

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■ GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)

The maximum allowable gross vehicle weight. The gross vehicle weight is the total weight of the vehicle. When towing a trailer, it is the sum of the vehicle weight (including the occupants, cargo and any optional equipment installed on the vehicle) and the tongue weight.

■ GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)

Front GAWR

Rear GAWR

The maximum allowable gross axle weight. The gross axle weight is the load placed on each axle (front and rear).

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■ TWR (Trailer Weight Rating)

(With brakes)

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The maximum allowable gross trailer weight. The gross trailer weight is the sum of the trailer weight and the weight of the cargo in the trailer. TWR is calculated assuming base vehicle with one driver, one front passenger, towing package (if available), hitch and hitch sys- tems (if required).

Additional optional equipment, passengers and cargo in the vehi- cle will reduce the trailer weight rating so as not to exceed GCWR, GVWR and GAWR.

■ Unbraked TWR (Unbraked Trailer Weight Rating) (Without brakes)

The trailer weight rating for tow- ing a trailer without a trailer ser- vice brake system.

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■ Tongue Weight

The load placed on the trailer hitch ball. (→P. 190)

Weight limits

● The gross trailer weight must never exceed 1500 lbs (680 kg).

Automatic transmission

● The gross combination weight must never exceed 4797 lbs (2176

kg). Manual transmission

● The gross combination weight must never exceed 4732 lbs (2146

kg).

● The gross vehicle weight must never exceed the GVWR indi- cated on the Certification Label.

● The gross axle weight on each axle must never exceed the GAWR indicated on the Certi- fication Label.

● If the gross trailer weight is over the unbraked TWR, trailer service

brakes are required.

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GCWR, TWR and Unbraked TWR

Confirm that the gross trailer weight, gross combination weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle weight and tongue weight are all within the limits. ■ GCWR*

Automatic transmission 4797 lb. (2176 kg) Manual transmission 4732 lb. (2146 kg)

■ TWR*

1500 lb. (680 kg) ■ Unbraked TWR* 1000 lb. (454 kg)

*: This model meets the tow-vehicle trailering requirement of SAE Interna-

tional per SAE J2807.

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Trailer Tongue Weight

● A recommended tongue weight varies in accordance with the types

of trailers or towing as described below.

● To ensure the recommended values shown below, the trailer must

be loaded by referring to the following instructions. • Tongue Weight

The gross trailer weight should be distributed so that the tongue weight is 9% to 11%. (Tongue weight /Gross trailer weight x 100
= 9% to 11%)

Gross trailer weight Tongue weight

If using a weight distributing hitch when towing, return the front axle to the same weight as before the trailer connection. If front axle weight cannot be measured directly, measure the front fender height above the front axle before connection. Adjust weight distributing hitch torque until front fender is returned to the same height as before connection. The gross trailer weight, gross axle weight and tongue weight can be measured with platform scales found at a highway weighing station, building supply company, trucking company, junk yard, etc.

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Hitch

Trailer hitch assemblies have different weight capacities. Toyota rec- ommends the use of Toyota hitch/bracket for your vehicle. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. ● If you wish to install a trailer hitch, contact your Toyota dealer. ● Use only a hitch that conforms to the gross trailer weight require-

ment of your vehicle.

● Follow the directions supplied by the hitch manufacturer. ● Lubricate the hitch ball with a light coating of grease. ● Remove the trailer hitch whenever you are not towing a trailer. After removing the hitch, seal any mounting hole in the vehicle body to prevent entry of any substances into the vehicle.

Positions for towing hitch receiver and hitch ball

Weight carrying ball position: 42.7 in. (1085.2 mm) Hitch receiver pin hole posi- tion: 36.4 in. (924.6 mm)

Connecting trailer lights

Please consult your dealer when installing trailer lights, as incorrect installation may cause damage to the vehicle’s lights. Please take care to comply with your state’s laws when installing trailer lights.

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Trailer towing tips

Your vehicle will handle differently when towing a trailer. Help to avoid an accident, death or serious injury, keep the following in mind when towing: ● Speed limits for towing a trailer vary by state or province. Do not

exceed the posted towing speed limit.

● Toyota recommends that the vehicle-trailer speed limit is 65 mph (104 km/h) on a flat, straight, dry road. Do not exceed this limit, the posted towing speed limit or the speed limit for your trailer as set forth in your trailer owner’s manual, whichever is lowest. Instability of the towing vehicle-trailer combination (trailer sway) increases as speed increases. Exceeding speed limits may cause loss of con- trol.

● Before starting out, check the trailer lights, tires and the vehicle-

trailer connections. Recheck after driving a short distance.

● Practice turning, stopping and reversing with the trailer attached in an area away from traffic until you become accustomed to the feel of the vehicle-trailer combination.

● Reversing with a trailer attached is difficult and requires practice. Grip the bottom of the steering wheel and move your hand to the left to move the trailer to the left. Move your hand to the right to move the trailer to the right. (This is generally opposite to reversing without a trailer attached.) Avoid sharp or prolonged turning. Have someone guide you when reversing to reduce the risk of an acci- dent.

● As stopping distance is increased when towing a trailer, vehicle-to- vehicle distance should be increased. For each 10 mph (16 km/h) of speed, allow at least one vehicle and trailer length.

● Avoid sudden braking as you may skid, resulting in the trailer jack- knifing and a loss of vehicle control. This is especially true on wet or slippery surfaces.

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● Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration. ● Avoid jerky steering and sharp turns, and slow down before mak-

ing a turn.

● Note that when making a turn, the trailer wheels will be closer than the vehicle wheels to the inside of the turn. Compensate by making a wider than normal turning radius.

● Slow down before making a turn, in cross winds, on wet or slippery

surfaces, etc. Increasing vehicle speed can destabilize the trailer.

● Take care when passing other vehicles. Passing requires consider- able distance. After passing a vehicle, do not forget the length of your trailer, and be sure you have plenty of room before changing lanes.

● Automatic transmission:

To maintain engine braking efficiency and charging system perfor- mance when using engine braking, do not put the transmission in “D”. If in the S mode, the transmission shift gear position must be in 4 or lower.

● Manual transmission:

To maintain engine braking efficiency and charging system perfor- mance when using engine braking, do not use fifth gear.

● Instability happens more frequently when descending steep or long downhill grades. Before descending, slow down and downshift. Do not make sudden downshifts while descending steep or long down- hill grades.

● Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or applying the brakes too frequently. This could cause the brakes to overheat and result in reduced braking efficiency.

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● Due to the added load of the trailer, your vehicle’s engine may overheat on hot days (at temperatures over 85°F [30°C]) when driving up a long or steep grade. If the engine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating, immediately turn off the air condition- ing (if in use), pull your vehicle off the road and stop in a safe spot. (→P. 456)

STEP 1

● Always place wheel blocks under both the vehicle’s and the trailer’s wheels when parking. Apply the parking brake firmly, and put the transmission in P (automatic transmission) or in 1 or R (manual transmission). Avoid parking on a slope, but if unavoid- able, do so only after performing the following: Apply the brakes and keep them applied. Have someone place wheel blocks under both the vehicle’s and trailer’s wheels. When the wheel blocks are in place, release the brakes slowly until the blocks absorb the load. Apply the parking brake firmly. Shift into 1 or R (manual transmission) or P (automatic trans- mission) and turn off the engine.

STEP 2

STEP 3

STEP 4

STEP 5

● When restarting after parking on a slope:

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

STEP 4

With the transmission in P (automatic transmission) or the clutch pedal (manual transmission) depressed, start the engine. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, be sure to keep the brake pedal depressed. Shift into a forward gear. If reversing, shift into R. Release the parking brake (and also the brake pedal on vehi- cles with an automatic transmission), and slowly pull or back away from the wheel blocks. Stop and apply the brakes. Have someone retrieve the blocks.

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■Matching trailer ball height to trailer coupler height

No matter which class of tow hitch applies, for a more safe trailer hookup, the trailer ball setup must be the proper height for the coupler on the trailer.

Coupler Trailer ball

■Before towing

Check that the following conditions are met: ●Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. (→P. 474) ●Trailer tires are inflated according to the trailer manufacturer’s recom-

mendation.

●All trailer lights work as required by law. ●All lights work each time you connect them. ●The trailer ball is set at the proper height for the coupler on the trailer. ●The trailer is level when it is hitched.

Do not drive if the trailer is not level, and check for improper tongue weight, overloading, worn suspension, or other possible causes.

●The trailer cargo is securely loaded. ●The rear view mirrors conform to all applicable federal, state/provincial or local regulations. If they do not, install rear view mirrors appropriate for towing purposes.

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■Break-in schedule

If your vehicle is new or equipped with any new power train components (such as an engine, transmission, differential or wheel bearing), Toyota rec- ommends that you do not tow a trailer until the vehicle has been driven for over 500 miles (800 km). After the vehicle has been driven for over 500 miles (800 km), you can start towing. However, for the next 500 miles (800 km), drive the vehicle at a speed of less than 50 mph (80 km/h) when towing a trailer, and avoid full throttle acceleration.

■Maintenance

●If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due to the additional load. (See “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)

●Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approxi-

mately 600 miles (1000 km) of trailer towing.

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■If trailer sway occurs

One or more factors (crosswinds, passing vehicles, rough roads, etc.) can adversely affect handling of your vehicle and trailer, causing instability. ●If trailer swaying occurs:

• Firmly grip the steering wheel. Steer straight ahead.

Do not try to control trailer swaying by turning the steering wheel.

• Begin releasing the accelerator pedal immediately but very gradually to

reduce speed. Do not increase speed. Do not apply vehicle brakes.

If you make no extreme correction with the steering or brakes, your vehicle and trailer should stabilize. ●After the trailer swaying has stopped:

• Stop in a safe place. Get all occupants out of the vehicle. • Check the tires of the vehicle and the trailer. • Check the load in the trailer.

Make sure the load has not shifted. Make sure the tongue weight is appropriate, if possible.

• Check the load in the vehicle.

Make sure the vehicle is not overloaded after occupants get in.

If you cannot find any problems, the speed at which trailer swaying occurred is beyond the limit of your particular vehicle-trailer combination. Drive at a lower speed to prevent instability. Remember that swaying of the towing vehicle-trailer increases as speed increases.

CAUTION

■Trailer towing precautions

To tow a trailer safely, use extreme care and drive the vehicle in accordance with the trailer’s characteristics and operating conditions. Failure to do so could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury. Vehicle stability and braking performance are affected by trailer stability, brake setting and performance, and the hitch. Your vehicle will handle differently when towing a trailer.

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CAUTION

■To avoid accident or injury

●Do not exceed the TWR, unbraked TWR, GCWR, GVWR or GAWR. ●Adjust the tongue weight within the appropriate range. Place heavier loads

as close to the trailer axle as possible.

●Do not exceed 65 mph (104 km/h), the posted towing speed limit or the speed limit for your trailer as set forth in your trailer owner’s manual, whichever is lowest. Slow down sufficiently before making a turn, in cross winds, on wet or slippery surface, etc. to help avoid an accident. If you experience a vehicle-trailer instability from reducing a certain speed, slow down and make sure you keep your vehicle speed under the speed of which you experience the instability.

●Do not make jerky, abrupt or sharp turns. ●Do not apply the brakes suddenly as you may skid, resulting in jackknifing and loss of vehicle control. This is especially true on wet or slippery sur- faces.

●Do not exceed the trailer hitch assembly weight, gross vehicle weight,

gross axle weight and trailer tongue weight capacities.

●Do not use cruise control when towing. ●Slow down and downshift before descending steep or long downhill grades. Do not make sudden downshifts while descending steep or long downhill grades.

●Vehicle-trailer instability is more likely on steep long downhills. Before descending steep or long downhill grades, slow down and downshift. Do not make sudden downshifts when descending steep or long downhill grades. Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or applying the brakes too frequently. This could cause the brakes to overheat and result in reduced braking efficiency.

●Do not tow a trailer when the compact spare tire is installed on your vehi-

cle.

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CAUTION

■Hitch

Trailer hitch assemblies have different weight capacities established by the hitch manufacturer. Even though the vehicle may be physically capable of towing a higher weight, the operator must determine the maximum weight rating of the particular hitch assembly and never exceed the maximum weight rating specified for the trailer-hitch. Exceeding the maximum weight rating set by the trailer-hitch manufacturer can cause an accident resulting in death or serious personal injuries.

■When towing a trailer

Toyota recommends trailers with brakes that conform to any applicable fed- eral and state/provincial regulations. ●If the gross trailer weight exceeds unbraked TWR, trailer brakes are required. Toyota recommends trailers with brakes that conform to all appli- cable federal and state/provincial regulations.

●Never tap into your vehicle’s hydraulic system, as this will lower the vehi-

cle’s braking effectiveness.

●Never tow a trailer without using a safety chain securely attached to both the trailer and the vehicle. If damage occurs to the coupling unit or hitch ball, there is danger of the trailer wandering into another lane.

NOTICE

■When installing a trailer hitch

Use only the position recommended by your Toyota dealer. Do not install the trailer hitch on the bumper; this may cause body damage.

■Do not directly splice trailer lights

Do not directly splice trailer lights. Directly splicing trailer lights may damage your vehicle’s electrical system and cause a malfunction.

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2-5. Driving information Trailer towing (1.8 L 4-cylinder [2ZR-FE] engine)

Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Toyota also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc. Your Toyota is not designed for trailer towing or for the use of tow hitch mounted carriers.

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2-5. Driving information Dinghy towing (automatic transmission)

Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on the ground) behind a motor home.

NOTICE

■To avoid serious damage to your vehicle

Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground.

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Your vehicle can be dinghy towed in a forward direction (with 4
wheels on the ground) behind a motor home.

Towing your vehicle with 4 wheels on the ground

To prevent damage to your vehicle, perform the following procedures before towing.

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

Shift the shift lever to N. Switch to the “ACC” position. (→P. 135) Ensure that the audio system and other powered devices have been turned off. Release the parking brake. After towing, leave the engine in idle for at least 3 minutes before driving the vehicle.

■Necessary equipment and accessories

Specialized equipment and accessories are required for dinghy towing. Con- tact the service branch of the motor home manufacturer regarding recom- mended equipment.

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■Dinghy towing direction

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Do not tow the vehicle backwards. Doing so may cause serious damage.

■To prevent the steering from locking

Ensure the engine switch is in the “ACC” position.

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Automatic air conditioning system∗

Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting.

Temperature control

Automatic mode

Windshield defogger

Air intake mode switch

Air conditioning ON/OFF switch

OFF Temperature setting display

Changes the air outlets used

Fan speed

Fan speed display

Air outlet display

Using the automatic mode

STEP 1

Press

The air conditioning system will begin to operate. Press “∧” to increase the temperature and “∨” to decrease the

STEP 2

temperature on

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Adjusting the settings

■ Adjusting the temperature setting

Press “∧” to increase the temperature and “∨” to decrease the tem-

perature on

■ Adjusting the fan speed

Press “∧” (increase) or “∨” (decrease) on

The fan speed is shown on the display. (7 levels) Press

to turn the fan off.

■ Changing the air outlets

Press

The air outlets switch each time shown on the display indicates the following.

is pressed. The air flow

Air flows to the upper body.

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Air flows to the upper body and feet.

: Some models

Mainly air flows to the feet.

: Some models

Air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates.

Recirculated air mode will auto- matically switch to outside air mode.

: Some models

■ Switching air intake modes

Press The mode switches between outside air mode (indicator off) and recircu- lated air mode (indicator on) each time

is pressed.

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Defogging the windshield

Defogging

The air conditioning system oper- ates automatically. Recirculated air mode will auto- matically switch to outside air mode. It is not possible to return to recirculated air mode when the switch is on.

Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outlets

Center outlets

Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down.

Right and left side outlets

Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Turn the knob right to open the vent and left to close the vent.

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■Using the automatic mode

Fan speed is adjusted automatically in accordance with the temperature set- ting and ambient conditions. As a result, the following may occur.

●Immediately after

is pressed, the fan may stop for a while until

warm or cool air is ready to flow.

●Cool air may flow to the area around the upper body when the heater is

on.

■Using the recirculated air mode

The windows will fog up more easily if the recirculated air mode is used for an extended period.

■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes

Recirculated air mode or outside air mode may be automatically switched to in accordance with the temperature setting and the inside temperature.

■Window defogger feature

Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to outside air mode in situa- tions where the windows need to be defogged.

■When outside air temperature approaches 32°F (0°C)

The air conditioning system may not operate even when

is pressed.

■When

is selected for the air outlets used

For your driving comfort, air flowing to the feet may be warmer than air flow- ing to the upper body depending on the temperature setting.

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■Air conditioning odors

●During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to be emitted from the vents.

●To reduce potential odors from occurring:

• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air

mode prior to turning the vehicle off.

• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic mode.

CAUTION

■To prevent the windshield from fogging up

Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your vision.

NOTICE

■To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is stopped.

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Heater

Air outlet selection dial

Temperature control dial

Fan speed control dial

Air intake mode switch

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Air conditioning system

Air outlet selection dial

Temperature control dial

Fan speed control dial

Air intake mode switch

Air conditioning ON/OFF switch

Adjusting the settings

■ Adjusting the temperature setting (heater)

Turn the temperature control dial clockwise to increase the temper- ature.

■ Adjusting the temperature setting (air conditioning system)

Turn the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or counter- clockwise (cool).

is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air or

If heated air.

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■ Adjusting the fan speed

Turn the fan speed control dial clockwise (increase) or counter- clockwise (decrease). Set the dial to “0” to turn the fan off.

■ Selecting the air outlets

Set the air outlet selection dial to an appropriate position. The positions between the air outlet selections shown below can also be selected for more detailed adjustment.

Air flows to the upper body.

Air flows to the upper body and feet.

: Some models

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Mainly air flows to the feet.

: Some models

: Some models

Air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates.

The air intake is automatically switched to outside air mode. It is not possible to return to recircu- lated air mode when the switch is on.

Air flows to the windshield and side windows.

The air intake is automatically switched to outside air mode. It is not possible to return to recircu- lated air mode when the switch is on.

■ Switching air intake modes

Press

The mode switches between outside air mode (indicator off) and recircu-

lated air mode (indicator on) each time

is pressed.

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Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outlets

Center outlets

Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down.

Right and left side outlets

Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Turn the knob right to open the vent and left to close the vent.

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■For quick cooling (vehicles with air conditioning system)

Turn the temperature control dial to the “MAX A/C” position and select the recirculated air mode.

■For quick clearing of the windshield and side windows (vehicles with

air conditioning system)

Press

to turn the air conditioning on.

■Using the recirculated air mode

The windows will fog up more easily if the recirculated air mode is used for an extended period.

■When outside air temperature approaches 32°F (0°C) (vehicles with air

conditioning system)

The air conditioning system may not operate even when

is pressed.

■When

is selected for the air outlets used

For your driving comfort, air flowing to the feet may be warmer than air flow- ing to the upper body depending on the position of the temperature adjust- ment dial.

■Air conditioning odors

●During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to be emitted from the vents.

●To reduce potential odors from occurring:

It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air mode prior to turning the vehicle off.

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CAUTION

■To prevent the windshield from fogging up

Do not set the air outlet selection dial to during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your vision.

NOTICE

■To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is stopped.

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Clear the rear window using the defogger.

Vehicles with automatic air conditioning system

On/off

The defoggers will automati- cally turn off after approxi- mately 15 minutes.

Vehicles with manual air conditioning system

On/off

The defoggers will automati- cally turn off after approxi- mately 15 minutes.

■Outside rear view mirror defoggers (if equipped)

Turning the rear window defogger on will turn the outside rear view mirror defoggers on.

CAUTION

■Outside rear view mirror defoggers (if equipped)

The surfaces of the outside rear view mirrors become hot. Do not touch them to prevent from burning yourself.

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Without Display Audio system

Type A: CD player and AM/FM radio

Type B: CD player and AM/FM radio

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Title

Using the radio Using the CD player Playing back MP3 and WMA discs Operating an iPod Operating a USB memory Optimal use of the audio system Using the AUX port Using the steering wheel audio switches

Page P. 232
P. 236
P. 243
P. 252
P. 261
P. 269
P. 273
P. 275

With Display Audio system Owners of models equipped with a Display Audio system should refer to the “Display Audio System Owner's Manual”.

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■Using cellular phones

Interference may be heard through the audio system's speakers if a cellular phone is being used inside or close to the vehicle while the audio system is operating.

■About Bluetooth®

The Bluetooth wordmark and logo are owned by Bluetooth SIG. and permis- sion has been granted to use the trademark of the licensee Panasonic Corporation. Other trademarks and trade names are owned by various dif- ferent owners.

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CAUTION

■U.S.A. and Canada (type A: without Display Audio system)

●Part 15 of the FCC Rules

FCC Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment will void the user’s authority to operate this device. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that it deemed to comply without maximum per- missive exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more away from person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).

●Laser products

• Do not take this unit apart or attempt to make any changes yourself.

This is an intricate unit that uses a laser pickup to retrieve information from the surface of compact discs. The laser is carefully shielded so that its rays remain inside the cabinet. Therefore, never try to disassemble the player or alter any of its parts since you may be exposed to laser rays and dangerous voltages.

• This product utilizes a laser.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation expo- sure.

• The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye haz-

ard.

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CAUTION

■U.S.A. (type B: without Display Audio system)

FCC ID: ACJ932PTA184
FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Expo- sure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that it deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more away from person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles). ●Laser products

• Do not take this unit apart or attempt to make any changes yourself.

This is an intricate unit that uses a laser pickup to retrieve information from the surface of compact discs. The laser is carefully shielded so that its rays remain inside the cabinet. Therefore, never try to disassemble the player or alter any of its parts since you may be exposed to laser rays and dangerous voltages.

• This product utilizes a laser.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation expo- sure.

• The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye haz-

ard.

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CAUTION

■Canada (type B: without Display Audio system) Industry Canada

licence-exempt RSS

This device complies with standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement. Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that neces- sary for successful communication. Conformément à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec une antenne d’un type et d’un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l’émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l’intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d’antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l’intensité nécessaire à l’établissement d’une communication satisfaisante.

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CAUTION

This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that it deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more away from person's body (excluding extremi- ties: hands, wrists, feet and ankles). Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements énoncées pour un environnement non contrôlé et respecte les règles d’exposition aux fréquences radioélectriques (RF) CNR-102 de l’IC. Cet équipement émet une énergie RF très faible qui est considérée conforme sans évaluation de l’exposition maximale autorisée. Cependant, cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé en gardant une distance de 20 cm ou plus entre le dispositif rayonnant et le corps (à l’exception des extrémités : mains, poignets, pieds et chevilles).

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CAUTION

■U.S.A. (with Display Audio system)

FCC ID: AJDK032
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may

cause undesired operation of this device.

The antenna for Bluetooth cannot be removed (or replaced) by user. This device complies with RSS-310 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. FCC Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Expo- sure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio fre- quency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that it deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more away from person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).

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CAUTION

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These lim- its are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer- ence in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communica- tions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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CAUTION

■Canada (with Display Audio system)

IC ID: 775E-K032
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may

cause undesired operation of this device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux la partie 15 des règles de la FCC et CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, le

le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre

même si fonctionnement.

The antenna for Bluetooth cannot be removed (or replaced) by user. L’antenne de Bluetooth ne peut pas être supprimé (ou remplacé) par l’utilisateur. This device complies with RSS-310 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. Cet appareil est conforme au CNR-310 d’Industrie Canada. Son exploitation est autorisée sous réserve que l’appareil ne cause pas de brouillage préjudiciable.

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CAUTION

FCC Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Expo- sure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio fre- quency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that it deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more away from person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles). Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements énoncées pour un environnement non contrôlé et respecte les règles les radioélectriques (RF) de la FCC lignes directrices d'exposition dans le Supplément C à OET65 et d’exposition aux fréquences radioélectriques (RF) CNR-102 de l’IC. Cet équipement émet une énergie RF très faible qui est considérée conforme sans évaluation de l’exposition maximale autorisée. Cependant, cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé en gardant une distance de 20 cm ou plus entre le dispositif rayonnant et le corps (à l’exception des extrémités : mains, poignets, pieds et chevilles). NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These lim- its are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer- ence in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communica- tions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

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CAUTION

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

NOTICE

■To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the audio system on longer than necessary when the engine is off.

■To avoid damaging the audio system

Take care not to spill drinks or other fluids over the audio system.

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Type A

Power

Volume

Adjusting the frequency

Station selector

Scanning for receivable stations

Displays text message

Seeking the frequency

AM/FM mode buttons

Type B

Power

Volume

Station selector

Adjusting the frequency or selecting items

Seeking the frequency

Scanning for receivable stations

AM/FM mode button

Displays text message

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Setting station presets

Type A

STEP 1

Search for desired stations by turning

or pressing “∧”

or “∨” on

STEP 2

Press and hold a button (from a beep.

Type B

to

) until you hear

STEP 1

Search for desired stations by turning

or pressing “∧”

or “∨” on

STEP 2

Press and hold a button (from a beep.

to

) until you hear

Scanning radio stations

■ Scanning the preset radio stations