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With the brake pedal depressed. (The engine switch must be in “ON” position.)

Shift normally.

Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of “P” position when the brake pedal is depressed (with the engine switch in “ON” position). (a) Selector lever The shift position is also displayed on the instrument cluster. P: Parking, engine starting and key re-

moval

R: Reverse N: Neutral D: Normal driving (shifting into overdrive

possible)

4: Engine braking (shifting into overdrive

not possible)

3, 2: Stronger engine braking L: Maximum engine braking

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(b) Normal driving 1. Start the engine as instructed in “How to start the engine” in Section 3. The transmission must be in “P” or “N”.

When the front drive control switch knob is in “L4” (low−speed position, four−wheel drive), the driving pattern selector setting has no effect on gear shift timing. (See “Four−wheel drive system” on page 175 in this Section for information of the front drive control lever.) 2. With your foot holding down the brake

pedal, shift the selector lever to “D”.

When the lever is in the “D” position, the automatic transmission system will select the most suitable gear for running condi- tions such as normal cruising, hill climb- ing, hard towing, etc. Always use the “D” position for better fuel economy and quieter driving. If the engine coolant temperature is low or when the front drive control switch knob is in “L4” (low−speed position, four−wheel drive), the transmission will not shift into the over- drive gear even in the “D” position. (See “Four−wheel drive system” on page 175 in this Section for information of the front drive control.)

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CAUTION

Never put your foot on the accelera- tor pedal while shifting.

3. Release the parking brake and brake the accelerator pedal

pedal. Depress slowly for smooth starting.

(c) Using engine braking To use engine braking, you can downshift the transmission as follows: D Shift into the “4” position. The trans- fourth gear

mission will downshift and engine braking will be enabled.

to

D Shift into the “3” position. The trans- third gear mission will downshift when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than the following speed, and stronger engine braking will be en- abled.

to

PreRunner

. . . . . .

133 km/h (82 mph)

Four−wheel drive models

Front drive control switch knob at “H2” or “H4” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 km/h (82 mph) Front drive control switch knob at “L4” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

51 km/h (31 mph) D Shift into the “2” position. The trans- mission will downshift to second gear when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than the following speed, and stronger engine braking will be en- abled. PreRunner Four−wheel drive models

88 km/h (54 mph)

. . . . . . . . .

Front drive control switch knob at “H2” or “H4”

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

88 km/h (54 mph) Front drive control switch knob at “L4”

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

34 km/h (21 mph)

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to

D Shift into the “L” position. The trans- mission will downshift first gear when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than the following speed, and maximum engine braking will be en- abled. PreRunner Four−wheel drive models

42 km/h (26 mph)

. . . . . . . . .

Front drive control switch knob at “H2” or “H4”

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

42 km/h (26 mph) Front drive control switch knob at “L4”

16 km/h

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

(9 mph) Vehicles with cruise control—When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift from “D” to “4”, engine braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see “Cruise control” on page 201 in this Section.

CAUTION

NOTICE

Be careful when downshifting on a slippery shifting could cause the vehicle to skid or spin.

surface. Abrupt

(d) Using “3”, “2” and “L” positions The “3”, “2” and “L” positions are used for strong engine braking as described pre- viously. With the selector lever in “3”, “2” or “L”, you can start the vehicle in motion as with the lever in “D”. With the selector lever in “3” or “2”, the vehicle will start in first gear and automat- ically shift to third gear or second gear. With the selector lever in “L”, the trans- mission is engaged in first gear.

z Be careful not to over−rev the en- gine. Watch the tachometer to keep engine rpm from going into the red zone. The approximate maximum al- lowable speed for each position is given below for your reference: PreRunner

“3” “2” “L”

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

138 km/h (86 mph) 95 km/h (59 mph) 55 km/h (34 mph)

Four−wheel drive models

“3” “2” “L”

Front drive control switch knob at “H2” or “H4”— . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

138 km/h (86 mph) 95 km/h (59 mph) 55 km/h (34 mph) Front drive control switch knob at “L4”— “3” “2” “L”

54 km/h (33 mph) 37 km/h (23 mph) 21 km/h (13 mph)

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

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z Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a long time in the “3”, “2” or “L” position. This may cause severe automatic transmis- sion damage from overheating. To prevent such damage, “4” position should be used in hill climbing or hard towing.

(e) Backing up 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to the “R” position.

NOTICE

Never shift into reverse while the ve- hicle is moving.

(f) Parking 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With

the brake pedal pressed down, fully depress the parking brake pedal to apply the parking brake securely.

3. With

the brake pedal pressed down, shift the selector lever to the “P” posi- tion.

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NOTICE

Always use the brake pedal or the parking brake to hold the vehicle on an upgrade. Do not attempt to hold the vehicle using the accelerator ped- al, as this can cause the transmission to overheat.

(h) If you cannot shift the selector le-

ver out of “P” position

is depressed, use

If you cannot shift the selector lever from the “P” position even though the brake pedal lock override button. For instructions, see “If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever” on page 345 in Section 4.

the shift

Never attempt to move the selector lever into “P” position under any cir- cumstances while the vehicle is mov- ing. Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result.

(g) Good driving practice D If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between fourth gear and overdrive when climbing a gentle slope, shift the selector lever to the “4” posi- tion. Be sure to shift the selector lever to the “D” position immediately after- ward.

D When towing a trailer, in order to main- tain engine braking efficiency, do not use “D” position.

CAUTION

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

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Automatic transmission (4−speed)

LS17003

With pressed must be in “ON” position.)

the brake pedal de- (The engine switch

Shift normally.

Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of “P” position when the brake pedal is depressed (with the engine switch in “ON” position). (a) Selector lever The shift position is also displayed on the instrument cluster. P: Parking, engine starting and key re-

moval

R: Reverse N: Neutral D: Normal driving (shifting into overdrive

possible)

3: Engine braking (shifting into overdrive

not possible)

2: Stronger engine braking L: Maximum engine braking

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(b) Normal driving 1. Start the engine as instructed in “How to start the engine” on page 304 in Section 3. The transmission must be in “P” or “N”.

2. With your foot holding down the brake

pedal, shift the selector lever to “D”.

When the lever is in the “D” position, the automatic transmission system will select the most suitable gear for running condi- tions such as normal cruising, hill climb- ing, hard towing, etc. Always use the “D” position for better fuel economy and quieter driving. If the engine coolant temperature is low, the transmis- sion will not shift into the overdrive gear even in the “D” position.

CAUTION

Never put your foot on the accelera- tor pedal while shifting.

3. Release the parking brake and brake the accelerator pedal

pedal. Depress slowly for smooth starting.

(c) Using engine braking To use engine braking, you can downshift the transmission as follows: 172

D Shift into the “3” position. The trans-

mission will downshift to third gear.

D Shift into the “2” position. The trans- mission will downshift to second gear when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than 119 km/h (74 mph), and stronger engine braking will be en- abled.

D Shift into the “L” position. The trans- mission will downshift first gear when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than 57 km/h (35 mph), and maximum engine braking will be en- abled.

to

from “D”

When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift to “3”, engine braking will not be enabled be- cause the cruise control is not cancelled. For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see “Cruise control” on page 201 in this Section.

CAUTION

Be careful when downshifting on a slippery shifting could cause the vehicle to skid or spin.

surface. Abrupt

(d) Using “2” and “L” positions The “2” and “L” positions are used for strong engine braking as described pre- viously. With the selector lever in “2” or “L”, you can start the vehicle in motion as with the lever in “D”. With the selector lever in “2”, the vehicle will start in first gear and automatically shift to second gear. With the selector lever in “L”, the trans- mission is engaged in first gear.

NOTICE

z Be careful not to over−rev the en- gine. Watch the tachometer to keep engine rpm from going into the red zone. The approximate maximum al- lowable speed for each position is given below for your reference:

“2” “L”

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

120 km/h (74 mph) 65 km/h (40 mph)

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z Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a long time in the “2” or “L” position. This may cause severe automatic transmission dam- age from overheating. To prevent such damage, “D” or “3” position should be used in hill climbing or hard towing.

(e) Backing up 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to the “R” position.

NOTICE

Never shift into reverse while the ve- hicle is moving.

(f) Parking 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With

the brake pedal pressed down, fully depress the parking brake pedal to apply the parking brake securely.

3. With

the brake pedal pressed down, shift the selector lever to the “P” posi- tion.

CAUTION

NOTICE

Always use the brake pedal or the parking brake to hold the vehicle on an upgrade. Do not attempt to hold the vehicle using the accelerator ped- al, as this can cause the transmission to overheat.

(h) If you cannot shift the selector le-

ver out of “P” position

is depressed, use

If you cannot shift the selector lever from the “P” position even though the brake pedal lock override button. For instructions, see “If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever” on page 345 in Section 4.

the shift

Never attempt to move the selector lever into “P” position under any cir- cumstances while the vehicle is mov- ing. Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result.

(g) Good driving practice D If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between third gear and over- drive when climbing a gentle slope, shift the selector lever to the “3” posi- tion. Be sure to shift the selector lever to the “D” position immediately after- ward.

D When towing a trailer, in order to main- tain engine braking efficiency, do not use “D” position. The selector lever must be in the “3” position.

CAUTION

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

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Manual transmission

LS17004

LS17005

5−speed

6−speed

174

to hold

the clutch

is conventional as

The shift pattern shown above. In case of driving your vehicle with 6−speed manual transmission, the buzzer will sound when you shift the gear into “R” (reverse). Press the clutch pedal down fully while shifting, and then release it slowly. Do not rest your foot on the pedal while driving, because it will cause clutch trouble. Do not use the vehicle when stopped on an uphill grade–use the parking brake. Upshifting too late will cause lugging, and possibly ping- ing. Regularly revving the engine to maxi- mum speed in each gear will cause ex- cessive engine wear and high fuel consumption. Maximum allowable speeds To get on a highway or to pass slower traffic, maximum acceleration may be nec- essary. Make sure you observe the follow- ing maximum allowable speeds in each gear:

too soon or downshifting

Two−wheel drive models except PreRunner

5−speed models

gear

6−speed models

gear PreRunner

5−speed models

gear

6−speed models

gear

km/h (mph) (33) 53
(63) 101
146
(90) 209 (130)

km/h (mph) (32) 52
(61) 99
146
(91) 182 (113)

km/h (mph) (30) 48
(57) 92
133
(82) 190 (118)

km/h (mph) (30) 49
(58) 93
137
(85) 171 (106) 204 (127)

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Four−wheel drive models

5−speed models

gear

km/h (mph)

“H2” or “H4”

(30) 48
(57) 92
133
(82) 190 (118)

“L4”

18 (11) 36 (22) 51 (32) 74 (46)

6−speed models

gear

km/h (mph)

“H2” or “H4”

(30) 49
(58) 93
137
(85) 171 (106) 204 (127)

NOTICE

“L4”

19 (11) 36 (22) 53 (33) 66 (41) 79 (49)

Do not downshift faster speed for the next lower gear.

if you are going the maximum allowable

than

Four−wheel drive system (a) Front drive control

LS17006

Good driving practice D If it is difficult to shift into reverse, put the transmission in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again.

D When towing a trailer, in order to main- tain engine braking efficiency, do not use (5−speed models) or sixth gear (6−speed models).

fifth gear

CAUTION

Be careful when downshifting on a slippery shifting could cause the vehicle to skid or spin.

surface. Abrupt

NOTICE

z Do not use any gears other than first gear when starting off and moving forward. Doing so may dam- age the clutch.

z Make sure the vehicle is completely stopped before shifting into reverse.

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Use the front drive control switch knob to select the following transfer modes. “H2” (high speed position, two−wheel drive): Front drive control switch knob at “H2” Use this for normal driving on dry hard− surfaced roads. This position gives greater economy, quietest ride, least wear and better vehicle control. “H4” (high speed position, four−wheel drive): Front drive control switch knob at “H4” The four−wheel drive indicator light comes on when the “H4” mode is selected. Use than two− wheel drive. (When you experience a loss of power, such as wheel slipping.) This position provides greater than two−wheel drive. With control system—In this mode, the vehicle stability control system “Vehicle stability control system” on page 185 in this Section) “L4” (low speed position, four−wheel drive): Front drive control switch knob at “L4”

for greater

stability

traction

traction

is off.

vehicle

(See

this

the

(b) A.D.D. (automatic disconnecting differential) The A.D.D. can be engaged or disen- gaged by the shifting operations de- scribed in “(c) Shifting procedure”. You should drive in four−wheel drive for at least 16 km (10 miles) each month. This will assure that the front drive com- ponents are lubricated.

four−wheel drive)

“4LO” indicator

four−wheel drive and

(low The speed lights come on when the “L4” mode is selected. Use this for maximum power and traction. Use “L4” position for climbing or descend- ing steep hills, off−road driving, and hard pulling in sand, mud or deep snow. See “(c) Shifting procedure” for further in- structions. With control system—In this mode, the vehicle stability control system “Vehicle stability control system” on page 185 in this Section.)

stability

is off.

vehicle

(See

the

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the

turn

(c) Shifting procedure (with manual transmission) SHIFTING BETWEEN “H2” AND “H4” To shift from “H2” to “H4”, reduce the vehicle speed to less than 100 km/h (62
mph) and front drive control switch knob fully clockwise. If the four−wheel drive indicator light con- tinues to blink when you operate the front drive control switch knob from the “H2” to the “H4” position, this reminds you that the transfer mode is not securely in “H4” mode. Drive straight ahead while acceler- ating or decelerating. If the four−wheel drive indicator light con- tinues the buzzer sounds when you operate the front drive control switch knob from the “H2” to the “H4” position, this reminds you that the transfer mode is not in “H4” mode. Stop the ve- hicle or reduce the vehicle speed to less than 100 km/h (62 mph). Operate the switch knob again.

to blink and

CAUTION

Never operate the front drive control switch knob if the wheels are slip- ping. Stop the slipping or spinning before operating.

To shift from “H4” to “H2”, turn the front drive control switch knob fully coun- terclockwise. This can be done at any speed. You need not depress the clutch pedal. If the four−wheel drive indicator light con- tinues to blink when you operate the front drive control switch knob from the “H4” to the “H2” position, this reminds you that the transfer mode is not securely in “H2” mode. Drive straight ahead while acceler- ating or decelerating, or drive forward or backward in a short distance. to blink If even if doing so, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There may be a trouble in the four−wheel drive system.

light continues

indicator

the

CAUTION

Never operate the front drive control switch knob if the wheels are slip- ping. Stop the slipping or spinning before operating.

SHIFTING BETWEEN “H4” AND “L4” To shift from “H4” to “L4”. (1) Stop the vehicle or reduce the vehicle

speed to less than 3 km/h (2 mph).

(2) Depress the clutch pedal all the way. (3) Push and turn the front drive control

switch knob fully clockwise. the

four−wheel drive

If flashes and the buzzer sounds, above steps again. To shift from “L4” to “H4”. (1) Stop the vehicle or reduce the vehicle

light try the

indicator

speed to less than 3 km/h (2 mph).

(2) Depress the clutch pedal all the way. (3) Turn front drive control switch

the

indicator

knob fully counterclockwise. the

four−wheel drive

light try the

If flashes and the buzzer sounds, above steps again. If the “4LO” (low speed four−wheel drive) indicator light continues to blink when you operate the front drive control switch knob to the “H4” or “L4” position, drive forward or backward in a short distance, then stop the vehicle completely, depress the clutch pedal and operate the switch knob again.

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If the indicator continues to blink even if doing so, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There may be a trouble in the four−wheel drive system.

CAUTION

Never operate the front drive control switch knob if the wheels are slip- ping. Stop the slipping or spinning before operating.

the

turn

(c) Shifting procedure (with automatic transmission) SHIFTING BETWEEN “H2” AND “H4” To shift from “H2” to “H4”, reduce the vehicle speed to less than 100 km/h (62
mph) and front drive control switch knob fully clockwise. If the four−wheel drive indicator light con- tinues to blink when you operate the front drive control switch knob from the “H2” to the “H4” position, this reminds you that the transfer mode is not securely in “H4” mode. Drive straight ahead while acceler- ating or decelerating. If the four−wheel drive indicator light con- tinues the buzzer sounds when you operate the front drive control switch knob from the “H2” to the “H4” position, this reminds you that the transfer mode is not in “H4” mode. Stop the ve- hicle or reduce the vehicle speed to less than 100 km/h (62 mph). Operate the switch knob again.

to blink and

CAUTION

Never operate the front drive control switch knob if the wheels are slip- ping. Stop the slipping or spinning before operating.

To shift from “H4” to “H2”, turn the front drive control switch knob fully coun- terclockwise. This can be done at any speed. If the four−wheel drive indicator light con- tinues to blink when you operate the front drive control switch knob from the “H4” to the “H2” position, this reminds you that the transfer mode is not securely in “H2” mode. Drive straight ahead while acceler- ating or decelerating, or drive forward or backward in a short distance. to blink If even if doing so, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There may be a trouble in the four−wheel drive system.

light continues

indicator

the

CAUTION

Never operate the front drive control switch knob if the wheels are slip- ping. Stop the slipping or spinning before operating.

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SHIFTING BETWEEN “H4” AND “L4” To shift from “H4” to “L4”. (1) Bring the vehicle to a complete stop with the brake pedal held down with your foot.

(2) Shift the automatic transmission selec-

tor lever into “N”.

(3) Push and turn the front drive control

indicator

switch knob fully clockwise. the

four−wheel drive

light try the

If flashes and the buzzer sounds, above steps again. To shift from “L4” to “H4”. (1) Bring the vehicle to a complete stop with the brake pedal held down with your foot.

(2) Shift the automatic transmission selec-

tor lever into “N”.

(3) Turn

the

front drive control switch

knob counterclockwise. four−wheel drive the

If flashes and the buzzer sounds, above steps again.

indicator

light try the

If the “4LO” (low speed four−wheel drive) indicator light continues to blink when you operate the front drive control switch knob to the “H4” or “L4” position, drive forward or backward in a short distance, then stop the vehicle completely, shift the automatic transmission selector lever securely into “N” and operate the switch knob again. If the indicator continues to blink even if doing so, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There may be a trouble in the four−wheel drive system.

CAUTION

Never operate the front drive control switch knob if the wheels are slip- ping. Stop the slipping or spinning before operating.

Traction control system The traction control system automatical- ly helps prevent the spinning of rear wheels (two−wheel drive models) or 4
wheels (four−wheel drive models) when the vehicle is started or accelerated on slippery road surfaces. When the engine switch is turned to “ON”, the system automatically turns on.

CAUTION

Under certain slippery road condi- tions, full traction of the vehicle and power to the rear wheels (two−wheel drive models) or 4 wheels (four−wheel drive models) cannot be maintained, even though the traction control sys- tem is in operation. Do not drive the vehicle under any speed or maneuver- ing conditions which may cause the vehicle to lose traction control. In si- tuations where the road surface is covered with ice or snow, your ve- hicle should be fitted with snow tires or tire chains. Always drive at an ap- propriate and cautious speed for the present road conditions.

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LS17007b

that

NORMAL MODE Leave the system on during the ordi- nary driving so it can operate when needed. You may hear a sound the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This means that the trac- tion control system is in the self−check mode, but does not indicate a malfunction.

in

When the traction control system is oper- ating, the following conditions occur: D The system controls the spinning of the rear wheels (two−wheel drive models) or 4 wheels (four−wheel drive models). At light blinks.

indicator

the slip

time,

this

D You may feel vibration or noise in your the is

vehicle, caused by operation of brakes. This functioning properly.

the system

indicates

The slip indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the engine switch is turned to “ON”. If the indicator light does not come on when the engine switch is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer. The brake actuator temperature increases during continuous operation of the follow- ing systems under conditions such as on slippery roads. D Traction control system D “AUTO LSD” system D Downhill assist control system D Hill−start assist control system

In

(The

continuous

longer operate.

If the brake actuator temperature becomes too high while any of the systems is oper- ating, a buzzer will start to sound intermit- tently to indicate that the traction control system can no this case, immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place. If the system continues to operate, the buzzer sound changes from intermittent to continuous. buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds.) At the time, the slip indicator light will come on and the traction control system temporarily stops operating to protect the brake actuator. (Although the traction control system does not operate, it is no problem to continue driving.) The system will be automatically restored after a short time and the slip indicator light goes off. With rear differential lock: However, it is a normal operation for the light to be on with rear differential locked. At this time, the traction control system does not oper- ate.

in order

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LS17027a

TRACTION CONTROL OFF MODE (two−wheel drive mode only) When getting the vehicle out of mud or newly fallen snow, etc., turn off the traction control system. This system that controls engine performance inter- feres with the process of freeing rear wheels 4 wheels (four−wheel drive mod- els). To turn off: Briefly push the “VSC OFF” switch. The “AUTO LSD” and slip indicator lights will come on. The vehicle stability control system is al- ways activated, even if the traction control system is turned off.

is

the engine

turned off while

To turn on: Briefly push the “VSC OFF” switch once again. The “AUTO LSD” and slip indicator lights will go off. If the “AUTO LSD” and slip indicator lights are on and then restarted, the indicator lights will turn off automatically. When you push and hold the “VSC OFF” switch for 3 seconds or more with the vehicle stopped, turn off the vehicle stabil- ity control system. See “Vehicle stability control system” on page 185 in this Sec- tion. “AUTO LSD” and slip indicator lights come on for a few seconds when the engine switch is turned to “ON”. If the indicator lights do not come on when the engine switch to “ON”, contact your Toyota dealer.

turned

is

CAUTION

Do not drive with the traction control system continuously turned off.

LS17010

“VSC OFF” warning light The light flashing warns that there is a problem somewhere in the following. D Traction control system D Vehicle stability control system D “AUTO LSD” system D Downhill assist control system D Hill−start assist control system

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the brake pedal

When the system is normal and the en- gine switch is turned to “ON”, the light will come on and will go off after a few sec- onds. It is not a malfunction that the warning light may stay on for 60 seconds after the engine switch is turned to “ON”. Depressing repeatedly may turn on the lights. It is normal if it goes out after a few seconds. If the “VSC OFF” warning light flashes while driving, the traction control system does not work. However, the brakes operate normally when applied, it is no problem to continue your driving. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: D The warning light does not come on to

the engine switch

turned

is

if

after “ON”.

D The warning light remains on after the

engine switch is turned to “ON”.

D The warning light flashes while driving.

“AUTO LSD” system

LS17011

CAUTION

Do not use the “AUTO LSD” system in conditions other than the above. A much greater steering effort and more careful cornering control will be re- quired.

The “AUTO LSD” system aids traction by using the traction control system to control engine performance and braking when one of the rear wheels begins to spin. This system should be used only when wheel spinning occurs in a ditch or rough surface. This system is effective in case one of the rear wheels is spinning.

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LS17027a

To turn on the system, briefly push the “VSC OFF” switch. The “AUTO LSD” is activated under the following condition. At this time, the “AUTO LSD” and slip indicator lights will come on. D The driving mode is set in the two− wheel drive mode (In the four−wheel drive mode, the system does not work.)

D Driving at a speed under 100 km/h (62

mph)

To turn off the system, briefly push the “VSC OFF” switch again and the “AUTO LSD” and slip indicator lights will go off.

is

the engine

turned off while

If the “AUTO LSD” and slip indicator lights are on and then restarted, the indicator light will turn off automatically. When you push and hold the “VSC OFF” switch for 3 seconds or more with the vehicle stopped, turn off the vehicle stabil- ity control system. See “Vehicle stability control system” on page 185 in this Sec- tion.

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Make sure the “AUTO LSD” and slip indi- cator lights come on under the above con- dition when you use the “AUTO LSD” sys- tem. The slip indicator light blinks when the system is controlling the spinning of the rear wheels. The “AUTO LSD” and slip indicator lights come on the engine switch is turned to “ON”. If the indicator lights does not come on when the engine switch is turned to “ON”, con- tact your Toyota dealer.

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that

to indicate

The brake actuator temperature increases during continuous operation of the follow- ing systems under conditions such as on slippery roads. D “AUTO LSD” system D Traction control system D Hill−start assist control system If the brake actuator temperature becomes too high while any of the systems is oper- ating, a buzzer will start to sound intermit- the “AUTO LSD” tently system can no this case, immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place. If the system continues to operate, the buzzer sound changes from intermittent to continuous. buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds.) light will At the “AUTO LSD” system come on and to temporarily stops operating protect the brake actuator. (Although the “AUTO LSD” system does not operate, it is no problem to continue driving.) The system will be automatically restored after a short time.

time the slip indicator

longer operate.

continuous

in order

(The

the

In

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“VSC OFF” warning light The light flashing warns that there is a problem somewhere in the following. D “AUTO LSD” system D Traction control system D Vehicle stability control system D Hill−start assist control system

the brake pedal

When the system is normal and the en- gine switch is turned to “ON”, the light will come on and will go off after a few sec- onds. It is not a malfunction that the warning light may stay on for 60 seconds after the engine switch is turned to “ON”. Depressing repeatedly may turn on the lights. It is normal if it goes out after a few seconds. the “VSC OFF” warning light flashes If while driving, “AUTO LSD” system does not work. However, as the brakes operate normally when applied, it is no problem to continue your driving. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: D The warning light does not come on to

the engine switch

turned

the

is

after “ON”.

D The warning light remains on after the

engine switch is turned to “ON”.

D The warning light flashes while driving.

CAUTION

Do not drive with the “AUTO LSD” system continuously turned on.

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Vehicle stability control system The vehicle stability control system helps provide integrated control of the systems such as anti−lock brake sys- tem, traction control, engine control, etc. This system automatically controls the output of the brakes or engine to help prevent the vehicle from skidding when cornering on a slippery road sur- face or operating steering wheel abrupt- ly. The vehicle stability control system is acti- vated when is more than 15 km/h (9 mph). You may hear a sound the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This means that the sys- tem is in the self−check mode, but does not indicate a malfunction.

the vehicle speed

in

CAUTION

If

the slip

indicator

D Do not rely excessively on the ve- hicle stability control system. Even if the vehicle stability control sys- tem is operating, you must always drive carefully and attentively to avoid serious injury. Reckless driv- ing will result in an unexpected ac- cident. light blinks and an alarm sounds, special care should be taken while driving. D Only use tires of specified size. The size, manufacturer, brand and tread pattern for all 4 tires should be the same. If you use the tires other than specified, or different type or size, the vehicle stability control system may not function correctly. When replacing the tires or wheels, contact your Toyota dealer. (See “Checking and replacing tires” on page 379 in Section 7−2.)

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If the vehicle is going to skid during driv- ing, the slip indicator light blinks and an alarm sounds intermittently. Special care should be taken while driving. The slip indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the engine switch is turned to “ON”. If the indicator light does not come on when the engine switch is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer.

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indicator

turns off, and

The vehicle stability control system au- the “VSC tomatically OFF” illuminated, when either one of the following condi- tions applies: D Four−wheel drive mode four−wheel drive models)

is set.

light

(on

is

D The rear differential is locked. (on mod- els equipped with the rear differential lock system)

The “VSC OFF” indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the engine switch is turned to “ON”, and then turns off. If either one of the above conditions applies, the indicator light is illuminated again.

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When getting the vehicle out of mud or newly fallen snow, etc., turn off the vehicle stability control system. This system that controls engine perfor- interferes with the process of mance freeing rear wheels (two−wheel drive models) or 4 wheels (four−wheel drive models). To turn off: First, push the “VSC OFF” switch to turn off the traction control system and check that the “AUTO LSD” and slip indicator lights come on. Then, push and hold the “VSC OFF” switch for 3 seconds or more with the vehicle stopped. The “VSC OFF” and slip indicator lights will come on.

To turn on: Briefly push the “VSC OFF” switch once again. The “VSC OFF” and slip indicator lights will go off. If the engine is turned off while the “VSC OFF” and slip indicator lights are on and then restarted, the indicator lights will turn off automatically. When you briefly push the “VSC OFF” switch, turn off the vehicle stability control system. See “Traction control system” on page 179 in this Section. The “VSC OFF” and slip indicator lights come on the engine switch is turned to “ON”. If the indicator lights do not come on when the engine switch is turned to “ON”, contact your Toyota dealer.

few seconds when

for a

CAUTION

Do not drive with the vehicle stability control system continuously turned off.

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“VSC OFF” warning light The light flashing warns that there is a problem somewhere in the following. D Vehicle stability control system D Traction control system D “AUTO LSD” system D Hill−start assist control system D Downhill assist control system The the engine switch is turned to “ON”, and will go off after a few seconds.

light comes on when

the brake pedal

The light may come on for 60 seconds after the engine switch is turned to “ON”. It is normal if they go out after a while. Depressing repeatedly may turn on the light. It is normal if they go out after a few seconds. If the light flashes while driving, the ve- hicle stability control system does not work. However, if the brakes operate nor- mally when applied, it is no problem to continue your driving. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: D The warning light does not come on to

the engine switch

turned

is

after “ON”.

D The warning light remains on after the

engine switch is turned to “ON”.

D The warning light flashes while driving.

Downhill assist control system The downhill assist control system is a system that assists the deceleration of the engine brake when you drive down a steep hill. When you are driving down a hill with the front drive control switch knob in the “L4” position, push the “DAC” switch to limit the vehicle’s ac- celeration. If the vehicle is traveling at a speed of 25 km/h (15 mph) or less, you can descend at a constant speed.

CAUTION

Do not rely excessively on the down- hill assist control system. It may not be able to maintain a low speed over road surfaces or off−road surfaces on which sliding can easily occur, such as extremely steep slopes or icy or muddy roads.

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TO ACTIVATE THE DOWNHILL ASSIST CONTROL SYSTEM 1. Turn the front drive control switch

knob to the “L4” position.

The system does not operate when the front drive control switch knob is in the “H2” or “H4” position, or the rear differen- tial is locked. 2. In order to make full use of the en- gine brake, putting the transmission in “L” or “2” is recommended.

The system will operate even if the trans- mission selector lever is in “D”, “4”, “3” or “N”. However, when it is in “L” or “2” the engine brake can also be utilized en- abling the system to operate more effec- tively.

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3. Push the “DAC” switch to turn the system on. The downhill assist con- trol system indicator light on the in- strument panel will come on.

If the downhill assist control system indi- cator light flashes, one of the following may be the cause: D The selector lever is in the “N” posi-

tion.

D The front drive control switch knob is

in the “H2” or “H4” position.

D The rear differential is locked. If the indicator light does not come on when the switch is pushed, contact your Toyota dealer.

With the vehicle traveling at a speed of 25 km/h (15 mph) or less, release your foot from the accelerator or brake pedal to activate the system. The vehicle will descend the hill at a low speed. While the system is operating, the slip indicator light on the instrument panel will flash and the stop lights and high mounted stoplight will be lit. If you push the “DAC” switch to turn the system off while it is in operation, the system will stop operating gradually. The downhill assist control system indicator light will flash to alert the driver. To con- tinue driving at a low speed, push the “DAC” switch to turn the system on.

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indicator

to “ON”.

light will

If any of

The slip indicator light and downhill assist control system indicator light come on for a few seconds when the engine switch is turned the indicator lights does not come on when the engine switch is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer. is used frequently, the If the system brake actuator temperature may become too high and a buzzer will sound inter- mittently. If this happens, the downhill assist control system flash and a buzzer will sound intermittently. When the temperature of the brake actuator de- creases, the system will begin to operate again. Until it restarts, the traction control system and hill−start assist control system will not operate; however, the conventional brake can be operated. The brake actuator temperature increases during continuous operation of the follow- ing systems under conditions such as on slippery roads. D Downhill assist control system D Hill−start assist control system D Traction control system

If the brake actuator temperature becomes too high while any of the systems is oper- ating, a buzzer will start to sound intermit- tently to indicate that the downhill assist control system can no longer operate. In this case, stop your vehicle immediately at a safe place. If the system continues to operate, the buzzer sound changes from intermittent to continuous. buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds.) At this time, the slip indicator light will come on and the downhill assist control system stops operating temporarily in or- der the brake actuator. (Al- though the downhill assist control system does not operate, it is no problem to con- tinue your driving.) The system will be automatically restored after a short time and the slip indicator light goes out.

continuous

to protect

(The

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the “DAC” switch

If there is any abnormality in the sys- tem, the “VSC OFF” warning light will flash. When is pushed, the downhill assist control sys- tem indicator light also flash. If the “VSC OFF” warning light flashes, there may be an abnormality in any of the following system in addition to the down- hill assist control system. D Hill−start assist control system D Traction control system D Vehicle stability control system D Downhill assist control system

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“VSC OFF” warning light When the system is normal and the en- gine switch is turned to “ON”, the warning light will come on and will go off after a few seconds. It is not a malfunction that the warning light may stay on for 60 seconds after the engine switch is turned to the “ON” posi- tion. Depressing repeatedly may turn on the light. It is normal if it goes out after a few seconds. If the warning light flashes while driving, the system does not work. However, if the brakes operate normally when applied, it is no problem to continue your driving. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: D The warning light does not come on to

the engine switch

the brake pedal

turned

is

after “ON”.

D The warning light remains on after the

engine switch is turned to “ON”.

D The warning light flashes while driving.

Hill−start assist control system (automatic transmission only) The hill−start assist control system as- sists you in starting to move up a steep or slippery hill. When you start to move up the hill slope, the system helps to prevent the vehicle from roll- ing backward in the interval while you move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.

CAUTION

D Do not rely excessively on the hill− start assist control system. The ve- hicle may not be able to start smoothly on road surfaces or off− road surfaces such as extremely steep slopes or icy roads, on which sliding can occur very easily.

D Do not use the hill−start assist con- trol system to stop the vehicle. This system is not designed as a func- tion for stopping the vehicle on a uphill slope.

automatic

The hill−start assist control system will operate for 5 seconds maximally when all of the following conditions apply. D 5−speed

transmission— When the transmission is in any of positions “D”, “4”, “3”, “2” or “L” 4−speed transmission— When the transmission is in any of positions “D”, “3”, “2” or “L”

automatic

D When the brake pedal

pressed

is not de-

The system is designed to operate when the vehicle is starting on an uphill slope; therefore, if the transmission is in “P” or “N” it will not operate. It will not operate either in reverse on a slope with the transmission in the “R” or the rear differential is locked. (with the rear differential lock)

the vehicle starts

to move

if

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Keep in mind the following when driv- ing. D The hill−start assist control system op- erates for 5 seconds maximally. If both the brake and accelerator pedals re- main unexpressed than 5
seconds, the buzzer will sound at more frequent intervals and the system will gradually stop operating.

longer

for

time,

the stop

When the hill−start assist control system is operating, the slip indicator light flashes and an alarm sounds intermittently. At the same lamps and high mounted stoplight are lit. The slip indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the engine switch is turned to “ON”. If the indicator light does not come on when the engine switch is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer.

D The hill−start assist control system is not designed as a function for stopping the vehicle on a uphill slope. When stopping the vehicle, be sure to de- press the brake pedal.

If the system is used frequently, the brake actuator temperature may become too high and a buzzer will sound inter- mittently. In this case, a buzzer will sound intermit- tently. When the temperature of the brake actuator goes down, the system will begin to operate again. Until it restarts, the trac- tion control system, “AUTO LSD” system, hill−start assist control system and down- hill assist control system will not operate; however, the conventional brake can be operated.

The brake actuator temperature increases during continuous operation of the follow- ing systems under conditions such as on slippery roads. D Hill−start assist control system D Downhill assist control system D Traction control system D “AUTO LSD” system If the brake actuator temperature becomes too high while any of the systems is oper- ating, a buzzer will start to sound intermit- tently to indicate that the hill−start assist control system can no longer operate. In this case, stop your vehicle immediately at a safe place. If the system continues to operate, the buzzer sound changes from intermittent to continuous. buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds.) At this time, the slip indicator light will come on and the hill−start assist control system stops operating temporarily in or- der the brake actuator. (Al- though the hill−start assist control system does not operate, it is no problem to con- tinue your driving.) The system will be automatically restored after a short time and the slip indicator light goes out.

continuous

to protect

(The

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If there is any abnormality in the sys- tem, the “VSC OFF” warning light will flash. If the system malfunctions, the “VSC OFF” warning light will flash. If the “VSC OFF” warning light flashes, there may be an abnormality in any of the following systems in addition to the hill− start assist control system. D Downhill assist control system D Traction control system D “AUTO LSD” system D Vehicle stability control system

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the brake pedal

“VSC OFF” warning light When the system is normal and the en- gine switch is turned to “ON”, the warning light will come on and will go off after a few seconds. It is not a malfunction that the warning light may stay on for 60 seconds after the engine switch is turned to “ON”. Depressing repeatedly may turn on the light. It is normal if it goes out after a few seconds. If the warning light flashes while driving, the system does not work. However, if the brakes operate normally when applied, it is no problem to continue your driving. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: D The warning light does not come on to

the engine switch

turned

is

after “ON”.

D The warning light remains on after the

engine switch is turned to “ON”.

D The warning light flashes while driving.

Rear differential lock system

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The rear differential lock system is pro- vided for use only when wheel spinning occurs in a ditch or on a slippery or ragged surface. This differential lock system is effective in case one of the rear wheels is spinning. Four−wheel drive models— Before using the rear differential lock sys- tem, first shift the four−wheel drive control into “L4” to see if this is sufficient. If this has no effect, additionally use the rear differential lock system.

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CAUTION

Do not use the rear differential lock in the conditions other than above. Large steering effort and careful cor- nering control will be required.

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To lock the rear differential, push the switch. Be sure to stop the wheels before locking the differential. For easy locking, depress the clutch ped- al, push the lock switch and slowly re- lease the clutch pedal. the The switch is turned on. Wait a few seconds for the system to complete operation. Af- ter the differential is locked, the light will stop blinking and remain on.

light will blink when

indicator

for

control

The following systems do not operate when the rear differential is locked. It is normal operation the “ABS” warning light ,“VSC OFF” indicator light and slip indicator light to be on at this time. With the downhill assist control system: If the “DAC” switch turns on, the downhill assist light flashes. D Anti−lock brake system D Brake assist system D Vehicle stability control system D Traction control system D Downhill assist control system