2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser Owners Manual

A-TRAC switch∗ P. 164

SUB WOOFER switch∗ P. 234

Power outlet P. 256

AUX adapter P. 236

Intuitive parking assist switch∗ P. 151

Power outlet main switch∗ P. 257

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Engine (ignition) switch P. 122

∗: If equipped

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Pictorial index

Instrument panel

Audio remote control switches∗ P. 238

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Instrument panel light control dial P. 136

Tilt steering lock release lever P. 58

RSCA OFF switch P. 88

CLUTCH START CANCEL switch∗ P. 171

Outside rear view mirror switches∗ P. 63

∗: If equipped

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Pictorial index

Luggage compartment

Child restraint anchor brackets P. 99

Tie-down hooks P. 266

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Shopping bag hooks P. 268
Cargo net hooks P. 267

Jack P. 360

Tools P. 360

Shopping bag hooks* P. 268
Cargo net hooks* P. 267

Luggage storage box* P. 265

Power outlet∗ P. 257

∗: If equipped *: Vehicles without sub woofer

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1-1. Key information Keys

The following keys are provided with the vehicle. Vehicles with wireless remote control system

Master keys (with wireless remote control function) Operating the wireless remote control function (→P. 30) Valet key Key number plate

Vehicles without wireless remote control system Master keys Valet key Key number plate

n Key number plate

Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the event that a key is lost, a new key can be made by your Toyota dealer using the key number plate. (→P. 374)

NOTICE

n To prevent key damage

l Do not subject the keys to strong shocks, expose them to high tempera-

tures by placing them in direct sunlight, or get them wet.

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1-1. Key information

NOTICE

n To prevent key damage

l Do not expose the keys to electromagnetic materials or attach any mate-

rial that blocks electromagnetic waves to the key surface.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Wireless remote control (if equipped)

The wireless remote control can be used to lock and unlock the vehi- cle from outside the vehicle.

Locks all doors Unlocks all doors Pressing the button unlocks the driver’s door. Pressing the button again within 3 seconds unlocks the other doors. Sounds alarm (push and hold)

n Operation signals

A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)

n Panic mode

When PANIC button is pushed for longer than about one second, an alarm will sound for about 60 seconds and the vehi- cle lights will flash to deter any person from trying to break into or damage your vehicle. To stop the alarm, push any button on the wireless remote control.

NL

NIC

n Door lock buzzer

If a door or glass hatch is not fully closed, a buzzer sounds for 10 seconds if an attempt to lock the door and glass hatch are made. Fully close the door and glass hatch to stop the buzzer, and lock the vehicle once more.

n Key battery depletion

The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The battery becomes depleted even if the key is not used.) If the wireless remote control function does not operate, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. (→P. 318)

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n Security feature

If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.

n Conditions affecting operation

The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow- ing situations. l Near a TV tower, radio station, electric power plant, airport or other facil-

ity that generates strong radio waves

l When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone or other wireless commu-

nication device

n Conditions affecting operation

l When multiple wireless keys are in the vicinity l When the wireless key has come into contact with, or is covered by a

metallic object

l When a wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby l When the wireless key has been left near an electrical appliance such as

a personal computer

n Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer

Settings (Customizable features →P. 408)

(e.g. wireless

remote control system) can be changed.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors

n Certification for wireless remote control

For vehicles sold in U.S.A.

NOTE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTICE: 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 limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference 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 communications. How- ever, 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: l Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. l Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

which the receiver is connected.

l Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

For vehicles sold in Canada

NOTE: Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, includ- ing interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Side doors

The vehicle can be locked/unlocked using the wireless remote con- trol, key or door lock switch. n Wireless remote control (if equipped)

→P. 30

n Key

Locks all doors Unlocks all doors Turning the key a single time in the driver’s door unlocks the driver’s door, and turning the key again unlocks the other doors.

n Door lock switch

Driver’s door lock switch

Locks all doors Unlocks all doors

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Passenger’s door lock switch

Locks all doors Unlocks all doors

n Inside door lock button

Locks the door Unlocks the door Pulling the inside handle can open the front door even if the inside door lock button is in the lock position.

Locking the front doors from the outside without a key

Move the inside door lock button to the lock position. Close the door.

The door cannot be locked if a front door is open and the key is in the engine switch.

n Key reminder buzzer

A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened, while the engine switch is in the ACC or LOCK position to remind you to remove the key.

n Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer

Settings (Customizable features →P. 408)

(e.g. unlocking

function using a key) can be changed.

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CAUTION

n To prevent an accident

Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle. Failing to do so may result in a door opening and an occupant falling out, resulting in death or serious injury. l Always use a seat belt. l Always lock all doors. l Ensure that all doors are properly closed. l Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving.

The doors may be opened and the passengers are thrown out of the vehi- cle and it may result in serious injury or death. Be especially careful for the side doors, the doors may be opened even if the inside lock buttons are in locked position.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Access doors

The access door (rear door) can be opened using the inside handle.

Open the front door widely Pull (from the outside) or push (from the inside) the inside handle of the access door. Open the access door You can open and close the access door only when the front door is widely opened.

CAUTION

n When closing the access door

Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in serious personal injury.

l Confirm safety of the area around. l Keep the hands, fingers and other parts of the bodies of all occupants away from the access door.

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NOTICE

n When opening or closing the front door and access door

The front door and access door could be damaged if they hit each other when being opened or closed.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Back door

The back door can be locked/unlocked using a key, wireless remote control or door lock switch. n Wireless remote control (if equipped)

→P. 30

n Key

Unlocks the back door Locks the back door Opens the back door When you turn the key clock- wise and hold it for about 1
second, the glass hatch opens. (→P. 41)

n Door lock switch

→P. 33

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n Back door fixing function

The back door can be held in the following positions: Half open position

Full open position

Open the back door to the half open position.

It cannot be held in this posi- tion when being closed.

You can hold the back door in this position:

Lock the damper Unlock the damper When closing the door, be sure to unlock the damper.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors

Rear step bumper

For rear end protection and eas- ier step-up loading.

To get on the rear step bumper, use the shaded area in the illus- tration.

CAUTION

n Caution while driving

Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious personal injury. l Keep the back door and glass hatch closed.

This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out, but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.

l Do not get on the rear step bumper.

NOTICE

n To prevent damage to the back door components

l Do not apply any force, paint or let any other foreign matter on the damper. l Ensure that the damper is unlocked before closing the back door. l Do not allow more than one person to get on the rear step bumper at a

time.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Glass hatch

The glass hatch can be opened using the key.

Turn the key clockwise and hold it for about 1 second. Raise

n Opening the glass hatch

l The glass hatch opens slightly, after the back door is locked. l When the rear window wiper is working, the wiper returns to the original

position and stops working. The wiper restarts its working about 3 seconds after the glass hatch is closed.

n Closing the glass hatch

l Make sure that the glass hatch is securely closed after closing it.

If the glass hatch is not securely closed, the rear window wiper and washer will not work.

l Be careful not to lock your keys in the vehicle.

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CAUTION

n Operating the glass hatch

Do not open the glass hatch while the vehicle is moving.

n Caution while driving

Keep the back door and glass hatch closed. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.

n Before you close the glass hatch

To avoid death or serious personal injury, you must do the following. l Always make sure there is nobody around the glass hatch. l Make sure the heads, hands and other parts of the bodies of all occupants

are kept completely inside the vehicle.

NOTICE

n To prevent damage to the glass hatch components

Do not apply any force, paint or let any other foreign matter on the damper.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Front seats

Seat position adjustment lever Seat cushion angle adjust- ment knob (driver’s side only) Seat height adjustment lever (driver’s side only) Seatback angle adjustment lever

When the occupant’s lower back presses against the seatback during a rear-end collision, the head restraint moves slightly for- ward and upward to help reduce the risk of whiplash on the seat occupant.

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Active head restraints

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)

n Active head restraints

Even small forces applied to the seatback may cause the head restraint to move. Pushing up a locked head restraint forcibly may show the head restraint inner structure. These do not indicate problems.

Inner structure

During rear-end collision

n Waterproof and water-repellent seats

Waterproof and water-repellent seats are installed in your vehicle; however, the water-repellent effect does not last forever.

CAUTION

n Seat adjustment

l Do not recline the seat more than necessary when the vehicle is in motion

to reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt. If the seat is too reclined, the lap belt may slide past the hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen or your neck may contact the shoulder belt, increasing the risk of death or serious injury in the event of an accident.

l After adjusting the seat, make sure that the seat is locked in position.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Rear seats

The seatbacks of the rear seats can be folded down.

Stow the seat belt buckles and remove the head restraints.

Swing the bottom cushion up by pulling the lock release strap.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)

Push the lock release button and fold down the seatback.

Removing rear seat bottom cushions

Loosen the bolts with the wrench at first and turn the dials with hands to remove them.

Dial

Hexagon head bolt

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)

Separate from the hinge.

the bottom cushion

Fold the hinge as shown in the illustration.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)

n If you cannot raise the seatback

Release the seat belt lock by:

Pushing on the lower front edge of the seatback to slacken the seat belt. Let the seat belt retract a little.

n When the bottom cushion is reinstalled

Click the claw of the hinge into the hole of the bottom cushion before refastening the dial.

Firmly tighten the hexagon head bolts using a torque wrench.

Tightening torque:

12.5 ft·lbf (17 N·m, 1.7 kgf·m)

n Waterproof and water-repellent seats

Waterproof and water-repellent seats are installed in your vehicle: however, the water-repellent effect does not last forever.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)

CAUTION

n When the seatback is folded

Do not sit on or place anything on the seatback while driving.

n When returning the seats to their original position

Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. l Be careful not to get your hands or feet pinched in the seat. l Make sure the seatbacks and bottom cushions are securely locked. Fail-

ure to do so will prevent the seat belt from operating properly.

l Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught under the seat. l Arrange the seat belts in the proper positions for ready use.

n When removing or reinstalling the bottom cushion

Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. l Do not get in the vehicle with the bottom cushions uninstalled. l Do not leave the removed bottom cushion unsecured in the vehicle. l Do not try to sit on or place anything on the removed bottom cushion. l Do not drop the bottom cushion. l Have the hexagon head bolts tightened with a torque wrench to 12.5 ft·lbf

(17 N·m, 1.7 kgf·m), or have them tightened by your Toyota dealer. Failure to do so may cause the dials to be loosened and the bottom cush- ions to be removed.

NOTICE

n Before folding down or removing the seats

l The seat belts buckles must be stowed. l The head restraints must be removed before you fold down the seatback.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Head restraints

Front seats

Lock release button

Rear seats

Vertical adjustment

Up Down Push the head restraint down while pushing the lock release button.

Vertical adjustment

Up Down Push the head restraint down while pushing the lock release button.

Lock release button

n Removing the head restraints

Pull the head restraint up while pushing the lock release button.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)

n Adjusting the height of the head restraints

Make sure that the head restraints are adjusted so that the center of the head restraint is closest to the top of your ears.

n Adjusting the rear seat head restraints

Always raise the head restraint one level from the stowed position when using.

CAUTION

n Head restraint precautions

Observe the following precautions regarding the head restraints. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. l Use the head restraints designed for each respective seat. l Adjust the head restraints to the correct position at all times. l Do not drive with the head restraints removed.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Seat belts

Make sure that all occupants are wearing their seat belts before driv- ing the vehicle. n Correct use of the seat belts

l Extend the shoulder belt so that it comes fully over the shoulder, but does not come into contact with the neck or slide off the shoul- der.

l Position the lap belt as low

as possible over the hips.

l Adjust the position of the seatback. Sit up straight and well back in the seat. l Do not twist the seat belt.

n Fastening and releasing the seat belt

Fastening the belt

Push the tab into the buckle until a clicking sound is heard.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)

Releasing the belt

Press the release button.

Release button n Adjusting the height of the belt (front seats)

Up Move the height adjuster up as needed until you hear a click. Down Push the lock release button and slide the height adjuster down.

Seat belt pretensioners (front seats)

The pretensioner helps the seat belt to quickly restrain the occu- pant by retracting the seat belt when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of severe frontal collision or a vehicle rollover.

The pretensioner may not acti- vate in the event of a minor frontal impact, a side impact or a rear impact.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)

n Emergency locking retractor (ELR)

The retractor will lock the belt during a sudden stop or on impact. It may also lock if you lean forward too quickly. A slow, easy motion will allow the belt to extend so that you can move around fully.

n Automatic locking retractor (ALR)

When a passenger's shoulder belt is completely extended and then retracted even slightly, the belt is locked in that position and cannot be extended. This feature is used to hold the child restraint system (CRS) firmly. To free the belt again, fully retract the belt and then pull the belt out once more. (→P. 95)

n Pregnant women

Obtain medical advice and wear the seat belt in the proper way. (→P. 52) Women who are pregnant should position the lap belt as low as possible over the hips in the same manner as other occu- pants. Extend the shoulder belt com- pletely over the shoulder and position the belt across the chest. Avoid belt contact over the rounding of the abdominal area. If the seat belt is not worn properly, not only a pregnant woman, but also the fetus could suffer death or serious injury as a result of sudden braking or a collision.

n People suffering illness

Obtain medical advice and wear the seat belt in the proper way.

n Child seat belt usage

The seat belts of your vehicle were principally designed for persons of adult size. l Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child, until the child

become large enough to properly wear the vehicle's seat belt. (→P. 95)

l When the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle's seat

belt, follow the instructions on P. 52 regarding seat belt usage.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)

n Replacing the belt after the pretensioner has been activated

If the vehicle is involved in multiple collisions, the pretensioner will activate for the first collision, but will not activate for the second or subsequent colli- sions.

n Seat belt extender

If your seat belts cannot be fastened securely because long enough, a personalized seat belt extender is available from your Toyota dealer free of charge.

they are not

CAUTION

Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden braking or an accident. Failing to do so may cause death or serious injury. n Wearing a seat belt

l Ensure that all passengers wear a seat belt. l Always wear a seat belt properly. l Each seat belt should be used by one person only. Do not use a seat belt

for more than one person at once, including children.

l Toyota recommends that children be seated in the rear seat and always

use a seat belt and/or an appropriate child restraint system.

l Do not recline the seat any more than necessary to achieve a proper seat- ing position. The seat belt is most effective when the occupants are sitting up straight and well back in the seats.

l Do not wear the shoulder belt under your arm. l Always wear your seat belt low and snug across your hips.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)

CAUTION

n Adjustable shoulder anchor

Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your shoulder. The belt should be kept away from your neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause death or serious injuries in a collision. (→P. 53)

n Seat belt pretensioners

l Do not place anything, such as a cushion, on the front passenger’s seat.

Doing so will disperse the passenger’s weight, which prevents the sensor from detecting the passenger’s weight properly. As a result, the seat belt pretensioner for the front passenger’s seat may not activate in the event of a collision. If the pretensioner has activated, the seat belt becomes locked: it cannot be further extended, nor will it return to the stowed position. The seat belt cannot be used again and must be replaced at your Toyota dealer.

n Child restraint lock function belt precaution

Do not allow children to play with the child restraint lock function belt. If the belt becomes twisted around a child’s neck, it will not be possible to pull the belt out leading to choking or other serious injuries that could result in death. If this occurs and the buckle cannot be unfastened, scissors should be used to cut the belt.

n Seat belt damage and wear

l Do not damage the seat belts by allowing the belt, plate, or buckle to be

jammed in the door. Inspect the seat belt system periodically. Check for cuts, fraying, and loose parts. Do not use a damaged seat belt until it is replaced. Damaged seat belt cannot protect an occupant from death or serious injury.

l Ensure that the belt and tab are locked and the belt is not twisted.

If the seat belt does not function correctly, immediately contact your Toyota dealer.

l Replace the seat assembly, including the belts, if your vehicle has been

involved in a serious accident, even if there is no obvious damage.

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CAUTION

n Seat belt damage and wear

l Do not attempt to install, remove, modify, disassemble or dispose of the seat belts. Have any necessary repairs carried out by your Toyota dealer. Inappropriate handling of the pretensioner may prevent it from operating properly resulting in death or serious injury.

n Using a seat belt extender

l Do not wear the seat belt extender, if you can fasten the seat belt without

the extender.

l Do not use the seat belt extender when installing a child restraint system, because the belt will not securely hold the child restraint system, increas- ing the risk of death or serious injury in the event of a collision.

l The personalized extender may not be safe on another vehicle, when used by another person, or at a different seating position other than the one originally intended.

NOTICE

n When using a seat belt extender

When releasing the seat belt, press on the buckle release button on the extender, not on the seat belt. This helps prevent damage to the vehicle interior and the extender itself.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Steering wheel

The steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position.

to

the

Hold steering wheel and pull and hold the lever. Adjust ideal position by moving the steering wheel verti- cally. Release the lever.

the

CAUTION

n Caution while driving

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in death or serious injury.

n After adjusting the steering wheel

Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked. Otherwise, the steering wheel may move suddenly, possibly causing an accident and resulting in death or serious injury.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Anti-glare inside rear view mirror

Glare from the headlights of vehicles behind can be reduced by using the following functions.

Manual anti-glare inside rear view mirror

Normal position Anti-glare position

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)

Auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror

In automatic mode, sensors are used to detect the headlights of vehicles behind and automatically reduces the reflected light.

Turns automatic mode on/off

The indicator comes on when automatic mode is turned on. The mirror will revert to the automatic mode each time the engine switch is turned on.

n To prevent sensor error (vehicles with auto anti-glare inside rear view

mirror)

To ensure that the sensors operate prop- erly, do not touch or cover them.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)

n If a sun visor interferes with the mirror

Hold and rotate the mirror to adjust the support.

CAUTION

n Caution while driving

Do not adjust the position of the mirror while driving. Doing so may lead to mishandling of the vehicle and an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)

NOTICE

n When adjusting the support

Do not push the mirror horizontally from the side. The mirror could fall off.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Outside rear view mirrors

Mirror angle can be adjusted

Power-adjustable type

Select a mirror to adjust.

(L: left or R: right)

Adjust the mirror up, down, in or out using the switch.

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Manually adjustable type

Adjust the mirror up, down, in or out by pushing the mirror surface.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)

Folding back the mirrors

Push backward to fold the mir- rors.

n Mirror operating conditions (with power-adjustable type only)

The engine switch is in the ACC or ON position.

CAUTION

n When driving the vehicle

Observe the following precautions while driving. Failing to do so may result in loss of control of the vehicle and cause an acci- dent, resulting in death or serious injury. l Do not adjust the mirrors while driving. l Do not drive with the mirrors folded back. l Both the driver and passenger side mirrors must be extended and properly

adjusted before driving.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)

NOTICE

n If ice should jam the mirror

Do not operate the control or scrape the mirror face. Use a spray de-icer to free the mirror.

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1-4. Opening and closing the windows Power windows

The power windows can be opened/closed using the following switches.

Driver’s power window switches

Closing Opening One-touch opening (driver’s window only)*

*:Pressing

the switch

the opposite direction will stop win- dow travel partway.

in

Front passenger’s power window switch

Closing Opening

Lock switch

Press the switch down to lock passenger window switches.

Use this switch to prevent chil- dren from accidentally opening or closing a passenger window.

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1-4. Opening and closing the windows

n The power windows can be operated when

The engine switch is in the ON position.

n Operating the power windows after turning the engine switch off

The power windows can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even after the engine switch is turned off. They cannot, however, be operated once either front door is opened.

CAUTION

n Closing the windows

Observe the following precautions. Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury. l Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body

in a position where it could be caught when a window is being operated.

l Do not allow children to operate the power windows.

Closing a power window on someone can cause serious injury, and in some instances, even death.

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1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap

Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap. n Before refueling the vehicle

Turn the engine switch off and ensure that all the doors, win- dows and glass hatch are closed.

n Opening the fuel tank cap

Open the fuel filler door.

Turn the fuel tank cap slowly to open.

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Closing the fuel tank cap

1-5. Refueling

When installing the fuel tank cap, turn it until you hear a click.

The cap will turn slightly to the opposite direction when released.

n Fuel types

Use premium unleaded gasoline. (Octane Rating 91 [Research Octane Number 96] or higher)

n Fuel tank capacity

Approximately 19.0 gal. (72.0 L, 15.8 Imp. gal.)

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1-5. Refueling

CAUTION

n Refueling the vehicle

Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle. Failure to do so, may result in death or serious injury. l Touch the vehicle or some other metal surface to discharge any static

electricity. Sparks resulting from discharging static electricity may cause the fuel vapors to ignite.

l 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 of the filler neck and cause injury.

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

bodies to come close to an open fuel tank.

l Do not inhale vaporized fuel.

Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled.

l Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.

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

l 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 engine hazard.

n 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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1-5. Refueling

NOTICE

n Refueling

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

n To prevent damage to the fuel filler door

Do not apply excessive force.

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1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system

The vehicle's keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine from starting if the key has not been previously registered in the vehicle's on-board computer. Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.

indicator

The security light flashes after the key has been removed the engine switch to indicate that the sys- tem is operating.

from

n System maintenance

The vehicle has a maintenance-free type of engine immobilizer system.

n Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction

If the key is in contact with a metallic object If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system (key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle

n Certifications for the engine immobilizer system

For vehicles sold in U.S.A.

FCC ID: MOZRI-20BTY This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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1-6. Theft deterrent system

For vehicles sold in Canada

This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. 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 the device.

NOTICE

n To prevent damage to the key

Do not modify, remove or disable the engine immobilizer system. If any unauthorized changes or modifications are made, the proper operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

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1-6. Theft deterrent system Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.)

These labels are attached to the vehicle to reduce vehicle theft by facilitating the tracing and recovery of parts from sto- len vehicles. Do not remove under penalty of law.

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1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture

Drive in a good posture as follows:

and to

Sit upright and well back in the seat. (→P. 43) Adjust the position of the seat forward or backward to ensure the pedals can be reached easily depressed the extent required. (→P. 43) Adjust the seatback so that the controls are easily oper- able. Adjust the tilt positions of the steering wheel down- ward so the airbag is facing your chest. (→P. 58) Lock the head restraint in place with the center of the head restraint closest to the top of your ears. (→P. 50) Wear the seat belt correctly. (→P. 52)

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1-7. Safety information

CAUTION

n While driving

l Do not adjust the position of the driver's seat while driving.

Doing so could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

l Do not place a cushion between the driver or passenger and the seatback. A cushion may prevent correct posture from being achieved, and reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and head restraint, increasing the risk of death or serious injury to the driver or passenger.

l Do not place anything under the front seats.

Objects placed under the front seats may become jammed in the seat tracks and stop the seat from locking in place. This may lead to an acci- dent. The adjustment mechanism may also be damaged.

n Adjusting the seat position

l Take care when adjusting the seat position to ensure that other passen-

gers are not injured by the moving seat.

l Do not put your hands under the seat or near the moving parts to avoid

injury. Fingers or hands may become jammed in the seat mechanism.

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1-7. Safety information SRS airbags

The SRS airbags inflate when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of severe impacts that may cause significant injury to the occupants. They work together with the seat belts to help reduce the risk of death or serious injury.

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Front airbags Driver airbag/front passenger airbag Can help protect the head and chest of the driver and front pas- senger from impact with interior components.

Side and curtain shield airbags Side airbags Can help protect the torso of the front seat occupants. Curtain shield airbags Can help protect primarily the head of outside occupants.

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1-7. Safety information

Airbag system components

Front passenger airbag Curtain shield airbags Side airbags Occupant detection system (ECU and sensors) Front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch SRS warning RSCA OFF indicator light Curtain shield airbag sen- sors

light and

Side and curtain shield air- bag sensors Driver airbag RSCA OFF switch Driver’s seat position sen- sor Driver’s seat belt buckle switch AIR BAG ON and AIR BAG OFF indicator lights Airbag sensor assembly Front airbag sensors

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1-7. Safety information

Your vehicle is equipped with ADVANCED AIRBAGS designed based on US motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS208). The airbag sys- tem controls airbag deployment power for the driver and front pas- senger. The driver airbag system consists of the driver seat’s position sensor etc. The front passenger’s airbag system consists of the front passenger occupant classification sensor etc. The main SRS airbag system components are shown above. The SRS airbag system is controlled by the airbag sensor assembly. The airbag sensor assembly consists of a safing sensor and an airbag sensor. In certain types of severe frontal or side impacts, the SRS airbag sys- tem triggers the airbag inflators. A chemical reaction in the inflators quickly fills the airbags with non-toxic gas to help restrain the motion of the occupants.

n SRS warning light

This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sensors, side and curtain shield airbag sensor assemblies, curtain shield air- bag sensor assemblies, driver’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant classification system, AIR BAG ON indicator light, AIR BAG OFF indicator light, front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, RSCA OFF indicator light, inflators, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (→P. 351)

n If the SRS airbags deploy (inflate)

l Bruising and slight abrasions may result from contact with a deploying

(inflating) SRS airbag.

l A loud noise and white powder will be emitted. l Parts of the airbag module (steering wheel hub, airbag cover and inflator) as well as the front seats, and parts of the front and rear pillars and roof side rail, may be hot for several minutes. The airbag itself may also be hot.

l The front windshield may crack.

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1-7. Safety information

n Operating conditions (front airbags)

l The SRS front airbags will deploy if the severity of the frontal impact is above the designed threshold level, comparable to an approximate 15
mph (25 km/h) collision when the vehicle impacts straight into a fixed bar- rier that does not move or deform. However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle or sign pole, which can move or deform on impact, or if the vehicle is involved in an underride collision (e.g. a collision in which the front of the vehicle “underrides”, or goes under, the bed of a truck, etc.). It is possible that in some collisions where the forward deceleration of the vehicle is very close to the designed threshold level, the SRS front air- bags and the seat belt pretensioners may not activate together.

l The SRS front passenger airbag will not activate if there is no passenger sitting in the front passenger seat. However, the front passenger airbag may deploy if luggage is put in the seat, even if the seat is unoccupied. (→P. 90)

n Operating conditions (side airbags)

l The SRS side airbags are designed to inflate when the passenger com-

partment is subjected to a severe impact from the side.

l The SRS side airbag on the passenger seat will not activate if there is no passenger sitting in the front passenger seat. However, the side airbag on the passenger seat may deploy if luggage is put in the seat, even if the seat is unoccupied. (→P. 90)

n Operating conditions (curtain shield airbags)

The SRS curtain shield airbags are designed to inflate when the passenger compartment is subjected to a severe impact from the side or vehicle roll- over.

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1-7. Safety information

n Conditions under which the SRS airbags may deploy (inflate), other

than a collision The SRS front airbags may also deploy if a serious impact occurs to the underside of your vehicle. Some examples are shown in the illustration.

l Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or

hard surface

l Falling into or jumping over a deep hole l Landing hard or vehicle falling

The SRS curtain shield airbags may also deploy under the situation shown in the illustration.

l The angle of vehicle tip-up is marginal. l The vehicle skids and hits a curb stone.

n Types of collisions that may not deploy the SRS airbag (front airbags) The SRS front airbags are generally not designed to inflate if the vehicle is involved in a side or rear collision, if it rolls over, or if it is involved in a low- speed frontal collision. But, whenever a collision of any type causes suffi- cient forward deceleration of the vehicle, deployment of the SRS front air- bags may occur.

l Collision from the side l Collision from the rear l Vehicle rollover

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