2009 Toyota Highlander Owners Manual

Second seat: Child restraint LATCH anchors

LATCH anchors are provided for the rear outside seats. (But- tons displaying the location of the anchors are attached to the seats.)

Seat belts equipped with a child restraint locking mecha- nism (ALR/ELR belts except driver’s seat belt)

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Second seat: Anchor brackets (for top tether strap)

Anchor brackets are provided for the second seats.

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Installation with LATCH system

STEP 1

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Fold the seatback while pulling the lever. Return the seatback and secure it at the 1st lock posi- tion (most upright position). Adjust the seatback to the 3rd lock position. (→P. 82)

Type A

STEP 2

Canada only

1st lock position 3rd lock position

Latch the hooks of the lower straps onto the LATCH anchors. The bars are installed in the clearance between the seat cush- ion and seatback. If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchors.

For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system.

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the buckles onto

Latch LATCH anchors.

the

The bars are installed in the clearance between the seat cush- ion and seatback. If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchors.

For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system.

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Type B

STEP 2

Canada only

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Installing child restraints using a seat belt (child restraint lock function belt)

■ Rear facing ⎯ Infant seat/convertible seat STEP 1

Place the child seat on the rear seat facing the rear of the vehi- cle.

STEP 2

STEP 3

Run the seat belt through the child seat and insert the plate into the buckle. Make sure that the belt is not twisted.

then allow

Fully extend the shoulder belt and to retract slightly in order to activate the ALR lock mode.

it

Lock mode allows the seat belt to retract only.

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STEP 4

While pushing the child seat down into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child seat is securely in place.

After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended.

■ Forward facing ⎯ Convertible seat STEP 1

Place the child seat on the seat facing the front of the vehicle.

Run the seat belt through the child seat and insert the plate into the buckle. Make sure that the belt is not twisted.

it

then allow

Fully extend the shoulder strap and to retract slightly into the ALR lock mode. Lock mode allows the seat belt to retract only.

STEP 2

STEP 3

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STEP 4

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While pushing the child seat into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child seat is securely in place.

After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended. If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchors.

STEP 5

■ Booster seat STEP 1

STEP 2

Place the booster seat on the seat facing the front of the vehi- cle.

Sit the child in the booster seat. Fit the seat belt to the booster seat according to the manufac- turer's instructions and insert the plate into the buckle. Make sure that the belt is not twisted.

Check that the shoulder belt is correctly positioned over the child's shoulder, and that the lap belt is as low as possible. (→P. 94)

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Removing a child restraint installed with a seat belt

Push the buckle release button and fully retract the seat belt.

Child restraint systems with a top tether strap (second seat only)

STEP 1

Secure the child restraint using the seat belt or lower anchors, and adjust the head restraint to the upmost position.

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STEP 2

Front of vehicle

STEP 3

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Outside seat: Open the anchor bracket cover, latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top tether strap. Center seat: Latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top tether strap.

Make sure the top tether strap is securely latched. Hook Top strap Anchor bracket

Adjust the head restraint to the downmost position.

■Laws and regulations pertaining to anchorages

The LATCH system conforms to FMVSS225 or CMVSS210.2. Child restraint systems conforming to FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specifica- tions can be used. This vehicle is designed to conform to the SAE J1819.

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CAUTION

■When installing a booster seat

Do not fully extend the shoulder belt to prevent the belt from going to ALR lock mode. (→P. 95) ALR mode causes the belt to tighten only which could cause injury or dis- comfort to the child.

■When installing a child restraint system

Follow the directions given in the child restraint system installation manual and fix the child restraint system securely in place. If the child restraint system is not correctly fixed in place, the child or other passengers may be seriously injured or even killed in the event of sudden braking or an accident.

●If the driver's seat interferes with the child restraint system and prevents it from being attached correctly, attach the child restraint system to the right- hand rear seat.

●Adjust the front passenger seat or sec- ond seats so that it does not interfere with the child restraint system.

●Only put a forward-facing or booster child seat on the front seat when unavoidable. When installing a forward- facing or booster child seat on the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible even if “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated. Fail- ing to do so may result in death or seri- ous injury if the airbags deploy (inflate).

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CAUTION

■When installing a child restraint system

●When installing a child restraint system in the rear center seat, adjust both seat cushions to the same position and align seatbacks at the same angle. The seatbacks must be adjusted to the same angle. Otherwise, the child restraint system cannot be securely restrained and this may cause death or serious injuries in an accident.

●When using the LATCH anchors for a child restraint system, move the seat as far back as possible (second seat only), with the seatback close to the child restraint system.

●When a booster seat is installed, always ensure that the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of the child's shoulder. The belt should be kept away from the child's neck, but not so that it could fall off the child's shoulder. Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury in the event of an accident or sudden braking.

●Ensure that the belt and tab are securely locked and the seat belt is not

twisted.

●Push and pull the child seat from side to side and forward to be sure it is

secure.

●After securing a child restraint system, never adjust the seat. ●Follow all installation instructions provided by the child restraint system

manufacturer.

■Do not use a seat belt extender

If a seat belt extender is used when installing a child restraint system, the seat belt will not securely hold the child restraint system, which could cause death or serious injury to the child or other passengers in the event of an accident.

■To correctly attach a child restraint system to the anchors

When using the LATCH anchors, be sure that there are no foreign objects around the anchors and that the seat belt is not caught behind the child restraint. Make sure the child restraint system is securely attached, or it may cause death or serious injury to the child or other passengers in the event of a sudden stop or an accident.

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2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle

The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv- ing. ■ Starting the engine

→P. 173, 177

■ Driving STEP 1

With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D.

STEP 2

STEP 3

Release the parking brake.

(→P. 180) (→P. 186) Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.

■ Stopping STEP 1

STEP 2

With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal. If necessary, set the parking brake. When the vehicle is stopped for an extended period of time, shift (→P. 180) the shift lever to P or N.

■ Parking the vehicle STEP 1

(→P. 186) (→P. 180)

With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal. Set the parking brake. Shift the shift lever to P. When parking on a hill, if necessary, block the wheels. Vehicles without smart key system: Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position to stop the engine. Vehicles with smart key system: Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF to stop the engine. Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your person.

STEP 2

STEP 3

STEP 4

STEP 5

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Starting on a steep uphill

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

Firmly set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to D. Gently depress the accelerator pedal. Release the parking brake.

■Driving in the rain

●Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the

windows may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.

●Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be

especially slippery.

●Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain, because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road surface, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.

■Breaking in your new Toyota

To extend the life of the vehicle, the following precautions are recommended to observe: ●For the first 186 miles (300 km):

Avoid sudden stops.

●For the first 500 miles (800 km):

Do not tow a trailer.

●For the first 621 miles (1000 km):

• Do not drive at extremely high speeds. • Avoid sudden acceleration. • Do not drive continuously in the low gears. • Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.

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■Drum-in-disc type parking brake system

Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system. This type of brake system needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodi- cally or whenever the parking brake shoes and/or drums are replaced. Have your Toyota dealer perform the bedding-down.

■Operating your vehicle in a foreign country

Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability of the correct fuel. (→P. 555)

■Normal characteristics after turning off the engine

Approximately five hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear sound coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel evaporation leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.

CAUTION

■When starting the vehicle

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

■When driving the vehicle

●Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accel-

erator pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal. • Accidentally depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the brake pedal will result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident that could result in death or serious injury.

• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a diffi- culty in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly. • Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the vehicle only slightly, allowing you to depress the brake and accelerator pedals properly.

• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency, result- ing in an accident.

●Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammable materials. The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. This may cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.

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CAUTION

●Do not let the vehicle roll backwards while the shift lever is in a driving

position, or roll forward while the shift lever is in R. Doing so may cause the engine to stall or lead to poor brake and steering performance, resulting in an accident or damage to the vehicle.

●If the smell of exhaust is noticed inside the vehicle, open the windows and check that the back door is closed. Large amounts of exhaust in the vehi- cle can cause driver drowsiness and an accident, resulting in death or a serious health hazard. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

●Do not under any circumstances shift the shift lever to P, R or N while the

vehicle is moving. Doing so can cause significant damage to the transmission system and may result in a loss of vehicle control.

●Do not shift the shift lever to N while the vehicle is moving.

Doing so may cause the engine brake to not operate properly and lead to an accident.

●Do not turn the engine off while driving.

The power steering and brake booster systems will not operate properly if the engine is not running.

●Use engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving

down a steep hill. Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose effectiveness. (→P. 181)

●When stopped on an inclined surface, use the brake pedal and parking brake to prevent the vehicle from rolling backward or forward and causing an accident.

●Do not adjust the position of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or

outside rear view mirrors while driving. Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control that can cause accidents that may result in death or serious injury.

●Always check that all passengers' arms, heads or other parts of their bod- ies are not outside the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury.

●Do not drive the vehicle off-road.

This is not a 4WD vehicle designed for real off-road driving. Proceed with all due caution if it becomes unavoidable to drive off-road.

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CAUTION

●4WD models: Do not drive across a river or through other bodies of water. This may cause electric/electronic components to short circuit, damage the engine or cause other serious damage to the vehicle.

●Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit per- mits it, do not drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) unless your vehicle has high- speed capability tires. Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may result in tire failure, loss of control and possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to determine whether the tires on your vehicle are high-speed capability tires or not before driving at such speeds. ■When driving on slippery road surfaces

●Sudden braking, acceleration and steering may cause tire slippage and

reduce your ability to control the vehicle, resulting in an accident.

●Sudden changes in engine speed, such as engine braking caused by up- shifting or down-shifting, may cause the vehicle to skid, resulting in an accident.

●After driving through a puddle, lightly depress the brake pedal to make sure that the brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent the brakes from functioning properly. If the brakes on only one side are wet and not functioning properly, steering control may be affected, resulting in an accident.

■When shifting the shift lever

Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed. This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an accident and result in death or serious injury.

■When the vehicle is stopped

●Do not race the engine.

If the vehicle is in any gear other than P or N, the vehicle may accelerate suddenly and unexpectedly, and may cause an accident.

●Do not leave the vehicle with the engine running for a long time.

If such a situation cannot be avoided, park the vehicle in an open space and check that exhaust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior.

●Always keep a foot on the brake pedal while the engine is running to pre-

vent an accident caused by the vehicle moving.

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CAUTION

■When the vehicle is parked

●Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink cans in

the vehicle when it is in the sun. Doing so may result in the following. • Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter or spray can, and may lead to a

fire.

• The temperature inside the vehicle may cause the plastic lenses and

plastic material of eye glasses to deform or crack.

• Soft drink cans may fracture, causing the contents to spray over the interior of the vehicle, and may also cause a short circuit in the vehi- cle's electrical components.

●Always apply the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P, stop the engine

and lock the vehicle. Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the engine is running.

●Do not touch the exhaust pipe while the engine is running or immediately

after turning the engine off. Doing so may cause burns.

●Do not leave the engine running in an area with snow build-up, or where it is snowing. If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the engine is running, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious health hazard.

■Exhaust gases

Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (CO) that is colorless and odorless. Inhaling exhaust gases may lead to death or a serious health haz- ard. ●If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area, stop the engine. In a closed area, such as a garage, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious health hazard.

●The exhaust should be checked occasionally. If there is a hole or crack caused by corrosion, damage to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise, be sure to have the vehicle inspected and repaired by your Toyota dealer. Failure to do so may allow exhaust gases to enter the vehicle, resulting in death or a serious health hazard.

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CAUTION

■When taking a nap in the vehicle

Always turn the engine off. Otherwise, you may accidentally move the shift lever or depress the accelerator pedal, which could cause an accident or fire due to engine overheating. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked in a poorly ventilated area, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle, leading to death or a serious health hazard.

■When braking the vehicle

●When the brakes are wet, drive more cautiously.

Braking distance increases when the brakes are wet, and may cause one side of the vehicle to brake differently than the other side. Also the parking brake may not securely hold the vehicle.

●If the power brake assist function does not operate, do not follow other

vehicles closely and avoid downhills or sharp turns that require braking. In this case, braking is still possible, but it will require more force on the pedal than usual. Braking distance may also increase.

●Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls.

Each push on the brake pedal uses up the reserve for the power-assisted brakes.

●The brake system consists of 2 individual hydraulic systems: If one of the systems fails, the other will still operate. In this case, the brake pedal should be depressed more firmly than usual and braking distance becomes longer. Do not drive your vehicle with only a single brake system. Have your brakes fixed immediately.

■If the vehicle becomes stuck or bogged (4WD models)

Do not spin the wheels recklessly when any of the tires is up in the air, or stuck in sand or mud etc. This may damage the drive system components or propel the vehicle forward (or in another direction) and cause an accident.

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CAUTION

■If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear limit indica-

tors) Have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. The rotor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when needed. It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads and/or those of the brake discs are exceeded.

■If you get a flat tire while driving

A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering wheel firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle. ●It may be difficult to control your vehicle. ●The vehicle will make abnormal sounds. ●The vehicle will behave abnormally. Replace a flat tire with a new one. (→P. 526)

NOTICE

■When driving the vehicle

Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake ped- als together to hold the vehicle on a hill.

■When parking the vehicle

Always put the shift lever in P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is acci- dentally depressed.

■Avoiding damage to vehicle parts

●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for a

long time. Doing so may damage the power steering motor.

●When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid

damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.

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NOTICE

■When encountering flooded roads

Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause the following serious damage to the vehicle. ●Engine stalling ●Short in electrical components ●Engine damage caused by water immersion In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following. ●Brake function ●Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, tran-

saxle, transfer (4WD models), differential (4WD models), etc.

●Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft (4WD models), bearings and suspension joints (where possible) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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2-1. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with smart key system)

Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on your person starts the engine or changes “ENGINE START STOP” switch mode. ■ Starting the engine The engine can be started in any mode by operating the “ENGINE START STOP” switch at the same time as depressing the brake pedal. STEP 1

Check that the parking brake is set. Check that the shift lever is set in P. Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal. The “ENGINE START STOP” switch indicator turns green. If the indicator does not turn green, the engine cannot be started.

STEP 2

STEP 3

STEP 4

Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch.

The engine can be started from any mode. Continue depressing the brake pedal until the engine is com- pletely started. The engine will crank until it starts or for up to 30 seconds, whichever is less.

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■ Changing “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes Modes can be changed by pressing the “ENGINE START STOP” switch with the brake pedal released. (The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.)

OFF* The emergency flashers can be used. ACCESSORY mode Some electrical components such as the audio system can be used. The “ENGINE START STOP” switch indicator turns amber. IGNITION ON mode All electrical components can be used. The “ENGINE START STOP” switch indicator turns amber.

*: The engine cannot be switched to OFF unless the shift lever is in P.

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■Steering lock release

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Make sure that the steering wheel lock is released. To release the steering wheel lock, gently turn the wheel left or right while pressing the “ENGINE START STOP” switch. When the steering wheel lock is not released, the “ENGINE START STOP” switch indicator will flash in green.

■If the engine does not start

The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (→P. 115) ■When the “ENGINE START STOP” switch indicator flashes in amber

The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. ■Auto power off function

If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than an hour with the shift lever in P, the “ENGINE START STOP” switch will automatically turn off.

■Key battery depletion

→P. 40

■When the electronic key battery is discharged

→P. 473

■Conditions affecting operation

→P. 38

■Note for the entry function

→P. 40

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CAUTION

■When starting the engine

Always start the engine while sitting in the driver's seat. Do not depress the accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances. Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

■Stopping the engine in an emergency

If you want to stop the engine in an emergency while driving the vehicle, push and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for more than 3 seconds. However, do not touch the “ENGINE START STOP” switch while driving except in an emergency. If the engine stops while the vehicle is being driven, this could lead to an unexpected accident.

NOTICE

■To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in ACCESSORY or IGNI- TION ON mode for long periods without the engine running.

■When starting the engine ●Do not race a cold engine. ●If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine

checked immediately.

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2-1. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without smart key system)

■ Starting the engine STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

STEP 4

Check that the parking brake is set. Check that the shift lever is set in P. Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal. Turn the engine switch to the “START” position and start the engine.

■ Changing engine switch position

“LOCK” The steering wheel is locked and the key can be removed. (The key can be removed only when the shift lever is in P.) “ACC” Some electrical components such as the audio system can be used. “ON” All electrical components can be used. “START” For starting the engine.

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■Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK”

■Steering lock release

STEP 1

STEP 2

Shift the shift lever to P. (→P. 180) Push in the key and turn to the “LOCK” position.

When starting the engine, the engine switch may seem stuck in the “LOCK” position. To free it, turn the key while turn- ing the steering wheel slightly in either direction.

■If the engine does not start (vehicles with engine immobilizer system) The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (→P. 115)

■Key reminder function

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

CAUTION

■When starting the engine

Always start the engine while sitting in the driver's seat. Do not depress the accelerator while starting the engine under any circumstances. Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

■Caution when driving

Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position while driving. If, in an emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the key only to the “ACC” position.

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NOTICE

■To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the key in the “ACC” or “ON” position for a long period if the engine is not running.

■When starting the engine

●Do not crank for more than 30 seconds at a time. This may overheat the

starter and wiring systems. ●Do not race a cold engine. ●If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine

checked immediately.

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2-1. Driving procedures Automatic Transmission

Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions. ■ Shifting the shift lever

Vehicles without smart key system

While the engine switch is in the “ON” position, depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever.

Vehicles with smart key system

While the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode, depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever.

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■ Shift position uses

Shift position

Function

Parking the vehicle or starting the engine

Reversing Neutral

Normal driving*1

S mode driving (→P. 182)*2

*1: Shifting to the D position allows the system to select a gear suitable for the driving conditions. Setting the shift lever to D position is recom- mended for normal driving.

*2: Selecting shift ranges using S mode restricts the upper limit of the possible gear ranges, controls engine braking forces, and prevents unnecessary upshifting.

■ Selecting the snow mode

Use the snow mode for accelerating and driving on slippery road surfaces, such as on snow.

the “SNOW” switch.

Press The indicator will come on.

Press the switch once more to cancel the snow mode.

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Changing shift ranges in S mode

Shift the shift lever to the S position and operate the shift lever.

Upshifting Downshifting

2.7 L 4-cylinder (1AR-FE) engine

The initial shift range in S mode is automatically set to 5 or 4 accord- ing to the vehicle speed. When the shift range is “5” or lower, holding the shift lever toward “+” sets the shift range to “6”.

3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine

The initial shift range in S mode is automatically set to 4. When the shift range is “4” or lower, holding the shift lever toward “+” sets the shift range to “5”.

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■ Shift ranges and their functions

Shift range

2.7 L 4-cylinder (1AR-FE)

engine

3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine

Function

⎯

Automatically selecting gears between 1 and 6 according to vehicle speed and driving conditions. Automatically selecting gears between 1 and 5 according to vehicle speed and driving conditions. Automatically selecting gears between 1 and 4 according to vehicle speed and driving conditions. Automatically selecting gears between 1 and 3 according to vehicle speed and driving conditions. Automatically selecting gears between 1 and 2 according to vehicle speed and driving conditions. Setting the gear at 1.

A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking forces than a higher shift range.

■Downshifting restrictions

The shift lever cannot be downshifted if the following speeds are exceeded.

2.7 L 4-cylinder (1AR-FE) engine

Downshifting

Maximum speed

mph (km/h)

5 → 4
4 → 3
3 → 2
2 → 1

98 (158) 70 (114) 47 (77) 21 (34)

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3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine

Downshifting

Maximum speed

mph (km/h)

4 → 3
3 → 2
2 → 1

93 (150) 57 (92) 24 (39)

■When driving with the cruise control system

2.7 L 4-cylinder (1AR-FE) engine

Engine braking will not operate in the S mode, even when downshifting from “6” to “5” or “5” to “4”. (→P. 211)

3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine

Engine braking will not operate in the S mode, even when downshifting from “5” to “4”. (→P. 211)

■Snow mode automatic deactivation

Snow mode is automatically deactivated if the engine is turned off after driv- ing in snow mode.

■If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P

→P. 537

■If the S indicator does not come on even after shifting the shift lever to

This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. (In this situation, the vehicle will operate as if the shift lever is in D.)

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Right turn Left turn Move and hold the lever partway to signal a lane change. The right hand signal will flash until you release the lever. Move and hold the lever partway to signal a lane change. The left hand signal will flash until you release the lever.

■Turn signals can be operated when Vehicles without smart key system

The engine switch is in the “ON” position.

Vehicles with smart key system

The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

■If the indicators flash faster than usual

Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned out.

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2-1. Driving procedures Parking brake

U.S.A. Canada

NOTICE

■Before driving

Sets the parking brake* (Depress releases the parking brake.)

the pedal again

*: Fully depress

the parking brake pedal with your left foot while depressing the brake pedal with your right foot.

Fully release the parking brake. Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake wear.

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2-1. Driving procedures Horn

To sound the horn, press on or close to the

mark.

■After adjusting the steering wheel

Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked. The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked. (→P. 100)

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2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters

Vehicles without smart key system The following gauges and meters illuminate when the engine switch is in the “ON” position. Vehicles with smart key system The following gauges and meters illuminate when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode. Tachometer Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Engine coolant temperature gauge Displays the engine coolant temperature. Fuel gauge Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank. Speedometer Displays the vehicle speed. Odometer/trip meter switching and trip meter resetting button Switches between odometer and trip meter displays. Pushing and hold- ing the button will reset the trip meter when the trip meter is being dis- played.

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Odometer/Trip meter

Odometer Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven. Trip meter Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was last reset. Trip meters A and B can be used to record and display different distances independently.

Instrument panel light control

The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.

Brighter Darker When the headlight switch is turned on, the brightness will be reduced slightly unless the control dial is turned fully up.

NOTICE

■To prevent damage to the engine and its components

●Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which

indicates the maximum engine speed.

●The engine may be overheating if the temperature gauge is in the red zone (H). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. (→P. 545)

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The indicator and warning lights on the instrument cluster and cen- ter panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various sys- tems.

Instrument cluster

Center panel (vehicles without navigation system)

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■ Indicators

The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s various systems.

Turn signal indicator (→P. 185)

Headlight high beam indicator (→P. 205)

Downhill assist control system indicator (→P. 225)

Slip indicator (→P. 219)

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

(if equipped)

Headlight indicator (→P. 203)

Tail light indicator (→P. 203)

Front fog light indicator (→P. 207)

“SNOW” indicator (→P. 181)

(4WD models)

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Shift position and shift range indica- tors (→P. 180)

(if equipped)

Enhanced VSC off indi- cator (→P. 220) Engine immobilizer/ alarm indicator (→P. 115, 122)

SRS airbag on-off indi- cator (→P. 140)

Cruise control indicator (→P. 211)

“TRAC OFF” indicator (→P. 219)

*: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without smart key system) or the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart key system) to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer for details.

■ Warning lights

Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle’s systems. (→P. 510)

*1

*1

(Canada) *1

(U.S.A.) *1, 2

(U.S.A.)

(U.S.A.) *4

*1

*1

*5

*1, 2

*1

*1

*1

*1

(Canada) *1, 2

(U.S.A.) *1, 2

(Canada)

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*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without smart key system) or the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart key system) to indicate that a system check is being per- formed. They will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer for details.

*2: Vehicles without multi-information display *3: Vehicles with multi-information display *4: Vehicles without navigation system *5: Vehicles with navigation system

CAUTION

■If a safety system warning light does not come on

Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS airbag warning light not come on when you start the engine, this could mean that these systems are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could result in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately if this occurs.

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The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of driving-related data, including the current outside temperature and clock.

● Outside temperature

Indicates the outside tempera- ture. The temperature range that can be displayed is from -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F (50°C).

● Clock

(→ P. 197)

Indicates and sets the time.

● Trip information (→P. 195) Displays cruising range, fuel consumption and other cruis- ing-related information.

● Automatic air conditioning system display (if equipped) (→P. 263) Automatically displayed when the automatic air conditioning is turned on.

● Rear view monitor

(→P. 214) (if equipped) Automatically displayed when the shift lever is moved into the R position.

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● Warning messages

(→P. 521) Automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in one of the vehicle’s systems.

Trip information

Push the “DISP” button to dis- play trip information. Display items can be switched by pressing the “DISP” button.

■ Average fuel consumption after refueling

Displays the average fuel consumption since the vehicle was last refueled.

■ Instantaneous fuel consumption

Displays the instantaneous fuel consumption.

■ Cruising range

Displays the estimated maximum distance that can be driven with the quantity of fuel remaining. • This distance is computed based on your average fuel consumption. As a result, the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that dis- played.

• When only a small amount of fuel is added to the tank, the display may

not be updated. ■ Driving distance

Displays the driving distance since the engine was started.

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■ Average fuel consumption

Displays the average fuel consumption since the function was reset. This function can be reset by pressing the “DISP” button for longer than one second when the average fuel consumption is displayed. When the function is reset, the previous five average fuel consumption values will automatically be displayed for six seconds.

■ Average fuel consumption history

Displays the previous five average fuel consumption values.

Setting up the displays

Display the set up screen on the multi-information display when the vehicle is stopped.

Press and hold the “DISP” button to display the set up screen.

Select the desired item on the menu screen.

Press and hold the “DISP” button to enter the setting mode.

STEP 1

STEP 2

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■ Setting the clock STEP 1

Select “CLOCK” on the menu screen. Press and hold the “DISP” button until the display changes.

STEP 2

STEP 3

Press the “DISP” button to adjust the hours.

After adjusting the hours, wait 5
seconds to allow the hours to be automatically input.

Press the “DISP” button to adjust the minutes.

After adjusting the minutes, wait 5
seconds to allow the minutes to be automatically input.

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■ Setting the display STEP 1

Select “DISPLAY” on the menu screen. Press and hold the “DISP” button until the display changes.

STEP 2

Select the desired item on the menu screen.

Press and hold the “DISP” button to enter the setting mode.

● Setting the day mode STEP 1

STEP 2

Select “DAY MODE” on the menu screen. Press and hold the “DISP” button until the display changes. Press the “DISP” button to select “ON” or “OFF”. After setting the day mode, wait 5 seconds to allow the mode to be automatically input.

● Setting the background color STEP 1

Select “BACKGROUND COLOR” on the menu screen. Press and hold the “DISP” button until the display changes. Press the “DISP” button to select “BLACK” or “BLUE”. After selecting a background color, wait 5 seconds to allow the color to be automatically input.

STEP 2

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● Setting the brightness STEP 1

Select “BRIGHTNESS” on the menu screen. Press and hold the “DISP” button until the display changes.

STEP 2

Press the “DISP” button to adjust the brightness. +: Brighter -: Darker

the brightness, After adjusting wait 5 seconds to allow the bright- ness to be automatically input.

● Setting the contrast STEP 1

Select “CONTRAST” on the menu screen. Press and hold the “DISP” button until the display changes.

STEP 2

Press the “DISP” button to adjust the contrast. +: Strengthen -: Weaken

After adjusting the contrast, wait 5
seconds to allow the contrast to be automatically input.

● Returning to the previous screen

Select “RETURN” on the menu screen. Press and hold the “DISP” button until the display changes.

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Setting up the rear view monitor display

STEP 1

STEP 2

Display the set up screen on the multi-information display when the vehicle is stopped and the rear view monitor is turned on.

Press and hold the “DISP” button to display the set up screen.

Select the desired item on the menu screen.

Press and hold the “DISP” button to enter the adjustment mode.

■ Setting the brightness STEP 1

Select “BRIGHTNESS” on the menu screen. Press and hold the “DISP” button until the display changes.

Press the “DISP” button to adjust the brightness. +: Brighter -: Darker

After adjusting the brightness, wait 5 seconds to allow the bright- ness to be automatically input.

STEP 2

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■ Setting the contrast STEP 1

Select “CONTRAST” on the menu screen. Press and hold the “DISP” button until the display changes.

STEP 2

Press the “DISP” button to adjust the contrast. +: Strengthen -: Weaken

After adjusting the contrast, wait 5
seconds to allow the contrast to be automatically input.

■ Setting the color STEP 1

Select “COLOR” on the menu screen. Press and hold the “DISP” button until the display changes.

STEP 2

Press the “DISP” button to adjust the color. G: Green R: Red

After selecting a color, wait 5 sec- onds to allow the color to be auto- matically input.

■ Setting the tone STEP 1

Select “TONE” on the menu screen. Press and hold the “DISP” button until the display changes.

STEP 2

Press the “DISP” button to adjust the tone. +: Brighter -: Darker

After adjusting the tone, wait 5
seconds to allow the tone to be automatically input.

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■ Returning to the previous screen

Select “RETURN” on the menu screen. Press and hold the “DISP” button until the display changes.

■System check display

Vehicles without smart key system After the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position, “SYSTEM CHECK” is displayed while system operation is checked. When the system check is complete, the normal screen will return. When the system check is complete, the normal screen will return. Vehicles with smart key system After the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, “SYSTEM CHECK” is displayed while system operation is checked. When the system check is complete, the normal screen will return. When the system check is complete, the normal screen will return.

■Liquid crystal display

Small bright spots or dots may appear on the liquid crystal display. This is a particular characteristic of liquid crystal displays and does not indicate a mal- function. No action is required. ■Outside temperature display

When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 12 mph [20 km/h]), the correct outside temperature may not be displayed, or the display may take longer than normal to change.

■Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer

Setting of language selection can be changed. (Customizable features →P. 582)

NOTICE

■The multi-information display at low temperatures

Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal information display. At extremely low temperatures, the information display monitor may respond slowly, and display changes may be delayed.

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The headlights can be operated manually or automatically.

Type A

U.S.A. Canada

(if equipped)

The side marker, park- ing, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above turn on. The headlights and parking lights turn on and off automatically. (Vehicles without smart key system: When engine switch is turned to the “ON” position. Vehicles with smart key system: When the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.)

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Type B

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The side marker, park- ing, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above turn on. The headlights and parking lights turn on and off automatically. (Vehicles without smart key system: When engine switch is turned to the “ON” position. Vehicles with smart key system: When the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.) Daytime running light system is off.

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