(P. 142) Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
Manual transmission
With the clutch pedal fully depressed, shift the shift lever to 1. (P. 138) Release the parking brake. (P. 142) Gradually release the clutch pedal. At the same time, gently depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
■ Stopping
Automatic transmission
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. 134) the shift lever to P or N.
Manual transmission
With the clutch pedal fully depressed, depress the brake pedal. If necessary, set the parking brake. When the vehicle is stopped for an extended period of time, shift the shift lever to N. (P. 138)
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■ Parking the vehicle
Automatic transmission
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. Turn the engine switch to the LOCK position to stop the engine. Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your person.
(P. 142) (P. 134)
Manual transmission
With the clutch pedal fully depressed, depress the brake pedal. (P. 142) Set the parking brake. Shift the shift lever to N. (P. 138) When parking on a hill, shift the shift lever to 1 or R. If necessary, block the wheels. Turn the engine switch to the LOCK position to stop the engine. Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your person.
Starting on a steep uphill
Automatic transmission
With the brake pedal depressed, firmly set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to D. Gently depress the accelerator pedal. Release the parking brake.
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Manual transmission
With the parking brake firmly set and the clutch pedal fully depressed, shift the shift lever to 1. Lightly depress the accelerator pedal at the same time as gradually releasing the clutch 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.
■Engine speed while driving (vehicles with an automatic transmission) In the following conditions, the engine speed may become high while driving. This is due to automatic up-shifting control or down-shifting implementation to meet driving conditions. It does not indicate sudden acceleration. ●The vehicle is judged to be driving uphill or downhill ●When the accelerator pedal is released
■Breaking in your new Toyota
To extend the life of the vehicle, the following precautions are recommended to observe: ●For the first 200 miles (300 km):
Avoid sudden stops.
●For the first 500 miles (800 km):
Do not tow a trailer.
●For the first 1000 miles (1600 km):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds. • Avoid sudden acceleration. • Do not drive continuously in the low gears. • Do not drive slowly with the manual transmission in a high gear. • 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 periodically or when- ever the parking brake shoes and/or drum are replaced. Have your Toyota dealer perform the bedding down operation.
■Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability of the correct fuel. (P. 523) ■When turning off the engine
The emission system operating sounds may continue for a short time after the engine is turned off. This is not a malfunction, and helps to ensure opti- mal performance of the emission system.
CAUTION
■When starting the vehicle (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
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
■When driving the vehicle
●On vehicles with an automatic transmission, 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 window is closed. Large amounts of exhaust in the vehicle can cause driver drowsiness and an accident, resulting in death or a serious health hazard. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
●On vehicles with an automatic transmission, do not shift the shift lever to P
while the vehicle is moving. Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Do not shift the shift lever to R while the vehicle is moving forward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Do not shift the shift lever to D (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or 1 (vehicles with a manual transmission) while the vehicle is moving back- ward. Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Moving the shift lever to N while the vehicle is moving will disengage the engine from the transmission. Engine braking is not available when N is selected.
●During normal driving, do not turn off the engine. Turning the engine off
while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the
power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more difficult to
steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it
is safe to do so.
However, in the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible
to stop the vehicle in the normal way: P. 513
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CAUTION
■When driving the vehicle
●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. 134138)
●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 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.
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CAUTION
■When shifting the shift lever
On vehicles with an automatic transmission, 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 (automatic transmission only) 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.
●On vehicles with an automatic transmission, in order to prevent accidents due to the vehicle rolling away, always keep depressing the brake pedal while the engine is running, and apply the parking brake as necessary.
●If the vehicle is stopped on an incline, in order to prevent accidents caused by the vehicle rolling forward or backward, always depress the brake pedal and securely apply the parking brake as needed.
●Avoid revving or racing the engine.
Running the engine at high speed while the vehicle is stopped may cause the exhaust system to overheat, which could result in a fire if combustible material is nearby.
■When the vehicle is parked
●Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighter, 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, 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 rupture, 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.
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CAUTION
■When the vehicle is parked
●Always apply the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P (automatic trans-
mission only), 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.
●Toyota does not recommend occupying the rear cargo area when it is fitted with a slide-in camper, camper shell or other type cover while the engine is running. This caution applies to both driving and stopped or parked situa- tions with the engine running. Particular care should be taken to prevent exhaust gases from entering camper bodies, trailers or other enclosures on or around your vehicle. If exhaust fumes are detected, open all win- dows and thoroughly ventilate the area.
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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 hills or sharp turns that require braking. In this case, braking is still possible, but the brake pedal should be depressed more firmly than usual. Also, the braking distance will increase. Have your brakes fixed immediately.
●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. Have your brakes fixed immediately.
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NOTICE
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during
driving, as this may restrain driving torque. Vehicles with a manual transmission
●Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving.
Doing so may cause clutch trouble.
●Do not use any gear other than the first gear when starting off and moving
forward. Doing so may damage the clutch.
●Do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle when stopping on an uphill grade.
Doing so may damage the clutch. Vehicles with an automatic transmission
●Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake
pedals at the same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.
■When parking the vehicle
On vehicles with an automatic transmission, always put the shift lever in P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle may acceler- ate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is accidentally 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 pump.
●When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
■If you hear a squealing or scraping noise while driving (brake pad wear
limit indicators) 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 that of the brake discs are exceeded.
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NOTICE
■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. 486)
■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, trans-
mission, transfer (4WD models), differentials, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints
(where possible) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
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■ Engine switch
LOCK The steering wheel is locked and the key can be removed. (Vehicles with an automatic transmission: 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.
■ Starting the engine
Automatic transmission
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.
Manual transmission
Check that the parking brake is set. Check that the shift lever is set in N. Firmly depress the brake pedal and clutch pedal. Turn the engine switch to the START position and start the engine.
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■Turning the key from ACC to LOCK
■Steering lock release
transmission).
Shift the shift lever to P (auto- matic transmission) or N (man- ual (P. 134 138) Push in the key and turn to the LOCK position.
When starting the engine, the engine switch may seem stuck in the LOCK posi- tion. To free it, turn the key while turning the steering wheel slightly in either direc- tion.
■If the engine does not start (vehicles with engine immobilizer system) The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 77)
■Key reminder function
A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened, while the engine switch is in the ACC or LOCK position to remind you to remove the key.
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.
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CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Do not turn the engine switch to the LOCK position. If in an emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the engine switch only to the ACC position.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the engine switch in the ACC or ON position for long periods 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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Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions. ■ Shifting the shift lever
5-speed models
While the engine switch is on, depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever.
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: If equipped
4-speed models
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While the engine switch is on, depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever.
■ Shift position uses
Shift position
Function
5-speed models
4-speed models
Parking the vehicle or starting the engine
Reversing Neutral
Normal driving*
Position for engine brak-
ing
—
Position for more powerful
Position for engine brak-
engine braking Position for more powerful engine braking
ing
Position for maximum engine braking
*: To improve fuel consumption and reduce noises, set the shift lever in D
for normal driving.
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■Downshifting restrictions
The shift lever cannot be downshifted if the following speeds are exceeded.
2WD models
Downshifting
4 3
3 2
2 L
4WD models
mph (km/h)
Maximum speed
5-speed models
4-speed models
81 (130) 56 (90) 22 (35)
—
71 (115) 34 (55)
mph (km/h)
Maximum speed
5-speed models 81 (130) 31 (50) 56 (90) 22 (35) 22 (35) 9 (15)
4-speed models
— —
71 (115) 22 (35) 34 (55) 6 (10)
Downshifting
Transfer position
4 3
3 2
2 L
H2 and H4
L4
H2 and H4
L4
H2 and H4
L4
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■When driving with the cruise control system (if equipped)
The engine brake will not operate when downshifting from D to 4 (5-speed models) or 3 (4-speed models). (P. 162)
■If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
P. 502
■AI-SHIFT
AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver perfor- mance and driving conditions. AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D position. The engine speed may remain high after releasing the accelerator pedal. This does not indicate a malfunction.
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■ Shifting the shift lever
6-speed models
Fully depress the clutch pedal before operating the shift lever, and then release it slowly.
5-speed models
Fully depress the clutch pedal before operating the shift lever, and then release it slowly.
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■Maximum allowable speed
Observe the following maximum allowable speeds in each gear when maxi- mum acceleration is necessary.
2WD models except PreRunner
mph (km/h)
Shift position
Maximum speed
6-speed models
5-speed models
PreRunner
32 (52) 61 (99) 91 (146) 113 (182)
33 (53) 63 (101) 90 (146) 130 (209)
mph (km/h)
Shift position
Maximum speed
6-speed models
5-speed models
30 (49) 58 (93) 85 (137) 106 (171) 127 (204)
30 (48) 57 (92) 82 (133) 118 (190)
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4WD models
Shift position
Transfer position
mph (km/h)
Maximum speed
6-speed models
5-speed models
H2 and H4
L4
H2 and H4
L4
H2 and H4
L4
H2 and H4
L4
H2 and H4
L4
30 (49) 11 (19) 58 (93) 22 (36) 85 (137) 33 (53) 106 (171) 41 (66) 127 (204) 49 (79)
30 (48) 11 (18) 57 (92) 22 (36) 82 (133) 32 (51) 118 (190) 46 (74)
— —
■Reverse warning buzzer (6-speed models only)
When shifting into R, a buzzer will sound to inform the driver that the shift lever is in R.
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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
The engine switch is in the ON position.
■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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Lever type
U.S.A. Canada
● Sets the parking brake
Fully set the parking brake while depressing the brake pedal. At this time, the indicator will come on.
● Release the parking brake
Press the button Turn the lever clockwise Press it in completely
Pedal type
the parking brake*. Sets (Depressing the pedal again releases the parking brake.)
At this time, the indicator will come on. *:Fully depress the parking brake pedal with your left foot while depressing the brake pedal with your right foot.
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■Parking brake engaged warning buzzer
The buzzer sounds to indicate that parking brake is still engaged (with the vehicle having reach a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h]).
■Usage in winter time
See “Winter driving tips” for parking brake usage in winter time. (P. 209)
NOTICE
■Before driving
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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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. 63)
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2-2. Gauges and meters Gauges and meters
The following gauges, meters and displays illuminate when the engine switch is in the ON position.
Tachometer Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Speedometer Displays the vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperature gauge Displays the engine coolant temperature. Fuel gauge Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank. ODO/TRIP 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 differ- ent distances independently.
Odometer and trip meter display button
Pressing this button switches between odometer and trip meter dis- plays.
Odometer Trip meter A* Trip meter B* *: Pushing and holding the button
will reset the trip meter.
Instrument panel light control
The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.
Brighter Darker
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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 engine coolant 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. 508)
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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
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■ Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s various systems.
Turn signal indicator (P. 141)
Headlight high beam indicator (P. 153)
Headlight indicator (P. 152)
Tail light indicator (P. 152)
Security indicator (P. 77)
Shift position and shift range indicators (P. 134)
Shift position and shift range indicators (P. 134)
Cruise control indicator (P. 162)
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
(if equipped)
(5-speed automatic transmission
vehicles)
(4-speed automatic transmission
vehicles)
(if equipped)
*1,2 Slip indicator
(P. 181, 183, 192) *1 VSC OFF indicator (P. 183, 192, 193) *1 TRAC OFF indicator
(P. 192, 193)
*1
(if equipped)
*1,5
(if equipped)
Downhill assist control system indicator (P. 188)
RSCA OFF indicator (P. 94)
Active traction control system indicator (P. 181)
*1 AUTO LSD indicator
(P. 183)
Four-wheel drive indicator (P. 177)
4LO indicator (P. 177)
Rear differential lock indicator (P. 185)
(4WD models)
(4WD models)
*1
(if equipped)
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*1 AIR BAG ON indicator
(P. 95)
*1 AIR BAG OFF indicator
(P. 95)
■ Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle’s systems. (P. 476)
*1
*1
*1
*1
*1
*1
(Canada)
(U.S.A.)
(U.S.A.)
*1
(Canada)
*1
(U.S.A.)
*1
(Canada)
*1
*1
*1
*1,3
*4
(U.S.A.)
(if equipped)
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the ON position 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.
*2: The indicator flashes to indicate that the system is operating. *3: The indicator light comes on to indicate a malfunction. *4: The indicator flashes to indicate a malfunction. *5: For 2WD models, even though there is no function of deactivating the curtain shield airbags in a vehicle rollover, the RSCA OFF indi- cator turns on briefly when the engine switch is turned to the ON position. But this is not a malfunction.
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CAUTION
■If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as ABS and the 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 headlights can be operated manually. Turning the end of the lever turns on the lights as follows:
Type A
The daytime running lights turn on. The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, daytime run- ning lights and instru- ment panel lights turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above (except daytime run- ning lights) turn on. The daytime running lights turn off.
U.S.A.
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2
Type B
Canada
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The daytime running lights turn on. side marker, The parking, tail, license plate, daytime run- ning lights and instru- ment panel lights turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above (except daytime run- ning lights) turn on.
Turning on the high beam headlights
With the headlights on, push the lever forward to turn on the high beams. Pull the lever back to the center position to turn the high beams off. Pull the lever toward you to turn on the high beams. Release the lever to turn them off. You can flash the high beams with the headlights on or off.
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■Daytime running light system
●To make your vehicle more visible to other drivers, the front turn signal lights turn on automatically whenever the engine is started and the park- ing brake is released. Daytime running lights are not designed for use at night. Type A: Daytime running lights can be turned off by operating the switch. ●Compared to turning on the headlights, the daytime running light system offers greater durability and consumes less electricity, so it can help improve fuel economy.
■Automatic light off system
Opening the driver’s door with the engine switch in the ACC or LOCK posi- tion will turn the headlights and tail lights off. To turn the lights on again, turn the engine switch to the ON position, or turn the headlight switch off once and then back to the
position.
or
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not run- ning.
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The fog lights improve visibility in difficult driving conditions, such as in rain or fog.
On/off
■The fog lights can be turned on only when
The headlights are on low beam.
: If equipped
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■ Without intermittent type
Type A
Low speed wind- shield wiper opera- tion High speed wind- shield wiper opera- tion Temporary operation
Washer operation
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Type B
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Low speed wind- shield wiper opera- tion High speed wind- shield wiper opera- tion Temporary operation
Washer operation
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■ Intermittent wiper with interval adjuster
Wiper intervals can be adjusted for intermittent operation (when
or
is selected).
Type A
Intermittent wind- shield wiper opera- tion Low speed wind- shield wiper opera- tion High speed wind- shield wiper opera- tion Temporary operation
the
Increases intermittent windshield wiper frequency Decreases the intermittent windshield wiper frequency
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Washer/wiper dual opera- tion Wipers will automatically oper- ate a couple of times after the washer squirts.
Type B
Intermittent wind- shield wiper opera- tion Low speed wind- shield wiper opera- tion High speed wind- shield wiper opera- tion Temporary operation
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the
intermittent Increases windshield wiper frequency Decreases the intermittent windshield wiper frequency
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Washer/wiper dual opera- tion Wipers will automatically oper- ate a couple of times after the washer squirts.
■The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
The engine switch must be in the ON position.
■If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked and if there is washer fluid in the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
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NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled toward you and held continually.
■When a nozzle becomes blocked
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
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2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control
Use the cruise control to maintain a set speed without depressing the accelerator pedal.
Indicator Cruise control switch
■ Setting the vehicle speed
Press the ON-OFF button to activate the cruise control.
indicator will
Cruise control come on. Press the button again deactivate the cruise control.
to
Accelerate or decelerate the vehicle to the desired speed, and push the lever down to set the speed.
The vehicle speed at the moment the lever is released becomes the set speed.
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■ Adjusting the set speed
To change the set speed, operate the lever until the desired set speed is obtained.
Increases the speed Decreases the speed Fine adjustment: Momentarily move the lever in the desired direction. Large adjustment: Hold lever in the desired direction.
the
The set speed will be increased or decreased as follows: Fine adjustment: By approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h) each time the lever is operated. Large adjustment: The set speed can be increased or decreased con- tinually until the lever is released.
■ Canceling and resuming the constant speed control
Pulling the lever toward you cancels the constant speed control. The speed setting is also can- celed when the brakes are applied or the clutch pedal (manual transmission only) is depressed. Pushing resumes speed control. Resuming is available when the vehicle speed is more than approximately mph (40 km/h).
lever up constant
the the
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■Cruise control can be set when
●The shift lever is in the D or range 4. (vehicles with 5-speed automatic
transmission)
●The shift lever is in the D or range 3. (vehicles with 4-speed automatic
transmission)
●Vehicle speed is above approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
■Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed
●The vehicle can be accelerated normally. After acceleration, the set
speed resumes.
●Even without canceling the cruise control, the set speed can be increased by first accelerating the vehicle to the desired speed and then pushing the lever down to set the new speed.
■Automatic cruise control cancelation
Cruise control will stop maintaining the vehicle speed in any of the following situations. ●Actual vehicle speed falls more than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h)
below the preset vehicle speed. At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.
●Actual vehicle speed is below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h). ●VSC is activated.
■If the cruise control indicator light flashes
Press the ON-OFF button once to deactivate the system, and then press the button again to reactivate the system. If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels immediately after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise control system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
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CAUTION
■To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Switch the cruise control off using the ON-OFF button when not in use.
■Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations. Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury. ●In heavy traffic ●On roads with sharp bends ●On winding roads ●On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow ●On steep hills
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.
●When your vehicle is towing a trailer or during emergency towing
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2-4. Using other driving systems Rear view monitor system
The rear view monitor system assists the driver by displaying guide lines and an image of the view behind the vehicle while backing up, for example while parking. The screen illustrations used in this text are intended as examples, and may differ from the image that is actually displayed on the screen.
Vehicles with Entune Audio Plus or Entune Premium Audio (Multimedia system types: P. 243) Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”. Vehicles with Entune Audio (Multimedia system types: P. 243) The rear view image is dis- played when the shift position is in R and the engine switch is in the “ON” position.
The rear view monitor system will be deactivated when the shift lever is in any position other than R. Automatic transmission Manual transmission Screen
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Using the rear view monitor system
■ Screen description
Vehicle width guide lines The line indicates a guide path when the vehicle is being backed straight up. The displayed width is wider than the actual vehicle width. Vehicle center guide lines These lines indicate the estimated vehicle center on the ground. Distance guide line The line shows points approximately 1.5 ft. (0.5 m) (red) from the center of the edge of the bumper. Distance guide line The line shows distance behind the vehicle, a point approximately 3 ft. (1 m) (blue) from the edge of the bumper.
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Rear view monitor system precautions
■ Area displayed on screen
The rear view monitor system displays an image of the view from the bumper of the rear area of the vehicle. To adjust the image on the rear view monitor system screen. (P. 254) • The area displayed on the screen may vary according to vehicle ori- entation conditions.
• Objects which are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper cannot be seen on the screen.
• The camera uses a special lens. The distance of the image that appears on the screen differs from the actual distance. Items which are located higher than the camera may not be dis- played by the monitor.
•
Corners of bumper
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■ Rear view monitor system camera
The camera for the rear view monitor system is located as shown in the illustration.
● Using the camera
If the camera lens becomes dirty, it cannot transmit a clear image. If water droplets, snow or mud adhere to the lens, rinse it with water and wipe with a soft cloth. If the lens is extremely dirty, wash it with a mild cleanser and rinse.
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■ Differences between the screen and the actual road
The distance guide lines and the vehicle width guide lines may not actually be parallel with the dividing lines of the parking space, even when they appear to be so. Be sure to check visually. The distances between the vehicle width guide lines and the left and right dividing lines of the parking space may not be equal, even when they appear to be so. Be sure to check visually. The distance guide lines give a distance guide for flat road sur- faces. In any of the following situations, there is a margin of error between the fixed guide lines on the screen and the actual dis- tance/course on the road.
● When the ground behind the vehicle slopes up sharply
the
The distance guide lines will appear to be closer to the vehicle actual than distance. Because of this, objects will appear to be farther away than they actually are. In the same way, there will be a margin of error between the guidelines and the actual distance/course on the road.
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● When the ground behind the vehicle slopes down sharply
The distance guide lines will appear to be further from the vehicle than the actual distance. Because of this, objects will appear to be closer than they actually are. In the same way, there will be a margin of error between the guidelines and the actual distance/course on the road.
● When any part of the vehicle sags
When any part of the vehicle sags due to the number of pas- sengers or the distribution of the load, there is a margin of error between the fixed guide lines on the screen and the actual dis- tance/course on the road.
A margin of error
■ When approaching three-dimensional objects
The distance guide lines are displayed according to flat surfaced objects (such as the road). It is not possible to determine the posi- tion of three-dimensional objects (such as vehicles) using the dis- tance guide lines. When approaching a three-dimensional object that extends outward (such as the flatbed of a truck), be careful of the following.
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● Distance guidelines
Visually check the surroundings and the area behind the vehicle. On the screen, it appears that a truck is parked at point . How- ever, in reality if you back up to , you will hit the truck. On point the screen, it appears that is closest and is furthest away. However, in reality, the distance to is farther than
is the same, and
and
and
■ Vehicle width guide lines
Visually check the surroundings and the area behind the vehicle. In the case shown below, the truck appears to be outside of the vehicle width guide lines and the vehicle does not look as if it hits the truck. However, the rear body of the truck may actually cross over the vehicle width guide lines. In reality if you back up as guided by the vehicle width guide lines, the vehicle may hit the truck.
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Things you should know
■ If you notice any symptoms
If you notice any of the following symptoms, refer to the likely cause and the solution, and re-check. If the symptom is not resolved by the solution, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Symptom
Likely cause
Solution
The image is difficult to see
• The vehicle is in a dark area • The temperature around the lens is either high or low • The outside temperature is low • There are water droplets on the camera • It is raining or humid • Foreign matter (mud, etc.) is adhering to the camera • There are scratches on the cam- era • Sunlight or headlights are shining directly into the camera • The vehicle is under fluorescent lights, sodium lights, mercury lights, etc.
The image is blurry
Dirt or foreign matter (such as water droplets, snow, mud etc.) is adhering to the camera.
The image is out of alignment
The camera or surrounding area has received a strong impact.
If this happens due to these causes, it does not indicate a malfunction. Back up while visu-