resulting in death or serious injury.
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Glare from the headlights of vehicles behind can be reduced by using the following functions.
Manual anti-glare inside rear view mirror
Normal position Anti-glare position
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Auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror In automatic mode, sensors are used to detect the headlights of vehicles behind and automatically reduces the reflected light.
Turns automatic mode ON/ OFF
The indicator comes on when automatic mode is turned on. The mirror will revert to the automatic mode each time the engine switch is turned on.
n To prevent sensor error (vehicles with auto anti-glare inside rear view
mirror)
To ensure that the sensors operate prop- erly, do not touch or cover them.
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CAUTION
n Caution while driving
Do not adjust the position of the mirror while driving. Doing so may lead to mishandling of the vehicle and an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Outside rear view mirrors
Mirror angle can be adjusted.
Power-adjustable type (Type A)
Select a mirror to adjust. (L: left or R: right) Adjust the mirror up, down, in or out using the switch.
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Power-adjustable type (Type B)
Select a mirror to adjust. (L: left or R: right) Adjust the mirror up, down, in or out using the switch.
Power-adjustable type (Type C)
Upper part mirror:
Select a mirror to adjust. (L: left or R: right) Adjust the mirror up, down, in or out using the switch.
Lower part mirror:
Adjust the mirror up and down, in or out by pushing the mirror surface.
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Manually adjustable type
Adjust the mirror up, down, in or out by pushing the mirror surface.
Folding back the mirrors
From outside (Type A)
Push backward to fold the mir- rors.
From outside (Type B)
Push backward to fold the mir- rors.
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From inside (if equipped)
Press the switch.
Pressing again will extend the mirrors.
Extending the mirrors (if equipped)
The mirrors can be slid outward to improve visibility around wide trailers.
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n Recommended mirror angle when towing a trailer (vehicles with
extending mirrors)
Power adjust the upper part of the mir- ror until an appropriate view is obtained. It is recommended that the outer 2/3 of the upper mirror be filled with images other than the vehicle and trailer. Manually adjust the lower part of the mirror until an appropriate view of the towed object is obtained. It is recom- mended that the outer 2/3 of the lower mirror be filled with images other than the trailer.
n Mirror operating conditions (if equipped)
The engine switch is in the ACC or ON position.
n When the mirrors are fogged up (vehicles with outside rear view mirror
defoggers) Turn on the mirror defoggers to defog the mirrors. (→P. 293, 295)
n Automatic adjustment of the mirror angle (vehicles with driving posi-
tion memory) A desired mirror face angle can be entered to memory and recalled automat- ically by the driving position memory. (→P. 68)
n Auto anti-glare function (if equipped)
When the anti-glare inside rear view mirror is set to automatic mode, the out- side rear view mirrors will activate in conjunction with the anti-glare inside rear view mirror to reduce reflected light. (→P. 85)
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CAUTION
n When driving the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while driving. Failing to do so may result in loss of control of the vehicle and cause an acci- dent, resulting in death or serious injury. l Do not adjust the mirrors while driving. l Do not drive with the mirrors folded back. l Both the driver and passenger side mirrors must be extended and properly
adjusted before driving. n When a mirror is moving
To avoid personal injury and mirror malfunction, be careful not to get your hand caught by the moving mirror.
n When the mirror defoggers are operating (vehicles with outside rear
view mirror defoggers) Do not touch the surface of the mirror, as it may be hot.
NOTICE
n If ice should jam the mirror
Do not operate the control or scrape the mirror face. Use a spray de-icer to free the mirror.
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1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof Power windows (if equipped)
The power windows can be opened and closed using the following switches.
Driver’s power window switches
Closing Opening One-touch opening* (driver’s window only) the switch
*: Pressing
the opposite direction will stop win- dow travel partway.
in
Front and rear passenger’s power window switch
Closing Opening
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Lock switch
Press the switch down to lock passenger window switches.
Use this switch to prevent chil- dren from accidentally opening or closing a passenger window.
n The power windows can be operated when
The engine switch is in the ON position.
n Operating the power windows after turning the engine switch off
The power windows can be operated for approximately 43 seconds even after the engine switch is turned to the ACC position or turned off. They can- not, however, be operated once either front door is opened.
CAUTION
n Closing the windows
Observe the following precautions. Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury. l Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body
in a position where it could be caught when a window is being operated.
l Do not allow children to operate the power windows.
Closing a power window on someone can cause serious injury, and in some instances, even death.
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The back window can be opened and closed using the lock release lever.
OPEN/CLOSE
Push the lock release lever and slide the back window.
n Closing the back window
Make sure that the back window is securely closed after closing it.
CAUTION
n Caution while driving
Keep the back window closed. This not only keeps personal belongings from being thrown out, but also pre- vents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.
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The back window can be opened and closed using the switch.
Opening Closing
n The power back window can be operated when
The engine switch is in the ON position.
n Operating the power back windows after turning the engine switch off The power back windows can be operated for approximately 43 seconds even after the engine switch is turned to the ACC position or turned off. They cannot, however, be operated once either front door is opened.
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CAUTION
n Closing the back window
Observe the following precautions. Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury. l Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body
in a position where it could be caught when a window is being operated.
l Do not allow children to operate the power back window.
Closing a back window on someone can cause serious injury, and in some instances, even death.
n Caution while driving
Keep the back window closed. This not only keeps personal belongings from being thrown out, but also pre- vents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.
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Use the overhead switches to open, close, and tilt the moon roof up and down. n Opening and closing
Open Close To stop partway, press the switch lightly.
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n Tilt up and down
Tilt up Tilt down To stop partway, press the switch lightly.
n The moon roof can be operated when The engine switch is in the ON position. n Door lock linked moon roof operation
The moon roof can be opened and closed using the key. (→P. 47)
n Operating the moon roof after turning the engine switch off
The moon roof can be operated for approximately 43 seconds even after the engine switch is turned to the ACC or turned off. It cannot, however, be oper- ated once either front door is opened.
n Jam protection function
If an object is detected between the moon roof and the frame while closing or tilting down, travel is stopped and the moon roof opens slightly.
n If the moon roof cannot be closed automatically
Keep the switch depressed.
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n Sunshade
The sunshade can be opened and closed manually. However, the sunshade will open automatically when the moon roof is opened.
n Moon roof open reminder function
An alarm will sound when the driver’s door is opened with the moon roof not fully closed and the engine switch off. n When the battery is disconnected
The moon roof must be initialized in order to ensure proper operation.
Push and hold the switch toward the UP (tilt up) side or close) side. After the moon roof will tilt up and down, release the switch. To ensure the initialization is complete, make sure automatic open- ing and closing functions work properly.
(sliding
n Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. moon roof) can be changed. (Customizable features →P. 633)
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CAUTION
n Opening the moon roof
Observe the following precautions. Failing to do so may cause death or serious injury. l Do not allow any passengers to put their hands or heads outside the vehi-
cle while it is moving.
l Do not sit on top of the moon roof.
n Closing the moon roof
Observe the following precautions. Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury. l Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their bod- ies in a position where they could be caught when the moon roof is being operated.
l Do not allow children to operate the moon roof.
Closing the moon roof on someone can cause death or serious injury.
n Jam protection function
l Never try jamming any part of your body to activate the jam protection
function intentionally.
l The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just
before the moon roof fully closes.
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1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap
Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap. n Before refueling the vehicle
Turn the engine switch off and ensure that all the doors and win- dows are closed.
n Opening the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel filler door.
Turn the fuel tank cap slowly to open.
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Hang the fuel tank cap on the back of the fuel filler door.
Closing the fuel tank cap
When installing the fuel tank cap, turn it until you hear a click.
The cap will turn slightly to the opposite direction when released.
n Fuel types (Gasoline engine)
Use unleaded gasoline. (Octane rating 87 [Research Octane Number 91] or higher)
n Fuel types (Flex-fuel engine)
Use unleaded gasoline (Octane rating 87 [Research Octane Number 91] or higher), E85, or a blend of these two fuels. (→P. 618)
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n Identifying flex-fuel vehicles
l Flex-fuel vehicles can be identified by the fuel tank cap, which is marked “FLEXFUEL E85/GASOLINE”.
n Fuel tank capacity
Approximately 26.4 gal. (100 L, 22.0 Imp. gal.)
n E85 Fueling Stations (Flex-fuel vehicles)
E85 fueling stations and fuel pumps can be identified by the indication “E85
85% Ethanol”. For more information about fueling stations, please refer to
the U.S. Department of Energy Web site.
http://www.eere.energy.gov/afdc/infrastructure/locator.html
n Refueling (Flex-fuel vehicles)
Observe the following precautions when switching fuels, in order to maintain starting and driving performance. l Do not change fuels when the fuel level is 1/4 or less. l Always add at least 2.6 gal. (10 L) of fuel. l After filling up with fuel, warm up the engine or drive the vehicle for at
least 5 minutes or 7 miles (11 km).
l Do not accelerate rapidly immediately after refueling.
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CAUTION
n Refueling the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. l Touch the vehicle or some other metal surface to discharge any static
electricity. Sparks resulting from discharging static electricity may cause the fuel vapors to ignite.
l Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it. A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened. Wait until the sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap. In hot weather, pressurized fuel may spray out of the filler neck and cause injury.
l Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their
bodies to come close to an open fuel tank.
l Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled.
l Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.
l Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically
charged. This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible ignition hazard.
n When replacing the fuel cap
Do not use anything but a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap designed for your vehicle. Doing so may cause a fire or other incident which may result in death or serious injury.
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NOTICE
n Refueling
Do not spill fuel during refueling. Doing so may damage the vehicle, such as causing the exhaust systems to operate abnormally or damaging fuel system components or the vehicle’s painted surface.
n To prevent damage to the fuel filler door
Do not apply excessive force.
n E85 fuel
E85 fuel can be used only in flex-fuel vehicles. Do not add E85 fuel to a gas- oline-engine vehicle. Filling a gasoline-engine vehicle with E85 will have a negative impact on starting and driving performance and will cause damage to the fuel system components.
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1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system (if equipped)
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine from starting if the key has not been previously registered in the vehicle’s on-board computer. Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
The indicator flashes after the key has been removed from the engine switch to indicate that the system is operating.
n System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type of engine immobilizer system.
n Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
If the key is in contact with a metallic object If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system (key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
n Certifications for the engine immobilizer system
For vehicles sold in U.S.A.
FCC ID: MOZRI-21BTY This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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For vehicles sold in Canada
This device complied with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, includ- ing interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
NOTICE
n To prevent damage to the key
Do not modify, remove or disable the engine immobilizer system. If any unauthorized changes or modifications are made, the proper operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.
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1-6. Theft deterrent system Alarm (if equipped)
The system sounds the alarm and flashes lights when forcible entry is detected. n Triggering of the alarm
The alarm is triggered in the following situations. l A locked door is unlocked or opened in any way other than using the wireless remote control door lock function or key. The doors will lock again automatically.
l The hood is opened while the vehicle is locked. l Vehicles with the glass breakage sensor (if equipped): The
side windows are tapped or broken.
l The battery is reconnected.
n Setting the alarm system
Close the doors and hood, and lock all doors using the wireless remote control or key. The system will be set auto- matically after 30 seconds.
The indicator changes from being on to flashing when the system is set.
n Deactivating or stopping the alarm
l Unlock the doors using the wireless remote control or key. l Turn the engine switch to the ON position.
(The alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a few sec- onds.)
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n Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of the following. l Nobody is in the vehicle. l The windows and moon roof are closed before the alarm is set. l No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
n Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations. (Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.) l A person inside the vehicle opens a door or hood. l The battery is recharged or replaced when the vehicle is locked.
n Panic mode
→P. 44
n When the battery is disconnected Be sure to cancel the alarm system. If the battery is discharged before canceling the alarm, the system may be triggered when the battery is reconnected.
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1-6. Theft deterrent system Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.)
These labels are attached to the vehicle to reduce vehicle theft by facilitating the tracing and recovery of parts from sto- len vehicles. Do not remove under penalty of law.
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1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture
Drive in a good posture as follows:
and to
Sit upright and well back in the seat. (→P. 58) Adjust the position of the seat forward or backward to ensure the pedals can be easily reached depressed the extent required. (→P. 58) Adjust the seatback so that the controls are easily oper- able. Adjust the tilt and telescopic positions of the steering wheel downward so the air- bag is facing your chest. (→P. 83, 84) Lock the head restraint in place with the center of the head restraint closest to the top of your ears. (→P. 71) Wear the seat belt correctly. (→P. 75)
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CAUTION
n While driving
l Do not adjust the position of the driver’s seat while driving.
Doing so could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
l Do not place a cushion between the driver or passenger and the seatback. A cushion may prevent correct posture from being achieved, and reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and head restraint, increasing the risk of death or serious injury to the driver or passenger.
l Do not place anything under the front seats.
Objects placed under the front seats may become jammed in the seat tracks and stop the seat from locking in place. This may lead to an acci- dent. The adjustment mechanism may also be damaged.
n Adjusting the seat position
l Do not recline the seat more than necessary when the vehicle is in motion,
to reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt. If the seat is too reclined during an accident, the lap belt may slide past the hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen or your neck may contact the shoulder belt, increasing the risk of death or serious injury.
l Take care when adjusting the seat position to ensure that other passen-
gers are not injured by the moving seat.
l Do not put your hands under the seat or near the moving parts to avoid
injury. Fingers or hands may become jammed in the seat mechanism.
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1-7. Safety information SRS airbags
The SRS airbags inflate when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of severe impacts that may cause significant injury to the occupants. They work together with the seat belts to help reduce the risk of death or serious injury.
Front airbags Driver airbag/front passenger airbag Can help protect the head and chest of the driver and right front passenger from impact with interior components. Side and curtain shield airbags Side airbags Can help protect the torso of the front seat occupants. Curtain shield airbags Can help protect primarily the head of outside occupants.
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Airbag system components
Regular Cab models
Double Cab and CrewMax models
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light and
Occupant detection system (ECU and sensors) SRS warning RSCA OFF indicator light RSCA OFF switch Driver’s seat position sen- sor Driver airbag Driver’s seat belt buckle switch Passenger airbag off switch (Regular Cab models)
Side airbags AIR BAG ON and AIR BAG OFF indicator lights Curtain shield airbags Front passenger airbag Side and curtain shield air- bag sensors Front airbag sensors Airbag sensor assembly Curtain shield airbag sen- sors (Double Cab and CrewMax models) Front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch
Your vehicle is equipped with ADVANCED AIRBAGS designed based on US motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS208). The airbag sys- tem controls airbag deployment power for the driver and right front passenger. The driver airbag system consists of the driver seat’s position sensor etc. The front passenger’s airbag system consists of the front passenger occupant classification sensor etc. The main SRS airbag system components are shown above. The SRS airbag system is controlled by the airbag sensor assembly. The airbag sensor assembly consists of a safing sensor and an airbag sensor. Front bench type seat: The SRS airbags are designed to protect the driver and right front passenger, and they are not designed to protect an occupant in the front center seating position. In certain types of severe frontal or side impacts, the SRS airbag sys- tem triggers the airbag inflators. A chemical reaction in the inflators quickly fills the airbags with non-toxic gas to help restrain the motion of the occupants.
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n SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sensors, side and curtain shield airbag sensor assemblies, curtain shield air- bag sensor assemblies, driver’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant classification system, AIR BAG ON and AIR BAG OFF indicator lights, front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch, passenger airbag off switch (Regular Cab models), front seat belt preten- sioner assemblies, RSCA OFF indicator light, inflators, interconnecting wir- ing and power sources. (→P. 546)
n If the SRS airbags deploy (inflate)
l Bruising and slight abrasions may result from contact with a deploying
(inflating) SRS airbag.
l A loud noise and white powder will be emitted. l Parts of the airbag module (steering wheel hub, airbag cover and inflator) as well as the front seats, and parts of the front and rear pillars and roof side rail, may be hot for several minutes. The airbag itself may also be hot.
l The front windshield may crack.
n Operating conditions (front airbags)
l The SRS front airbags will deploy if the severity of the frontal impact is
above the designed threshold level, comparable to an approximate 15
mph (25 km/h) collision when the vehicle impacts straight into a fixed bar-
rier that does not move or deform.
However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle
strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle or sign pole, which can move or
deform on impact, or if the vehicle is involved in an underride collision (e.g.
a collision in which the front of the vehicle “underrides”, or goes under, the
bed of a truck, etc.).
It is possible that in some collisions where the forward deceleration of the
vehicle is very close to the designed threshold level, the SRS front air-
bags and the seat belt pretensioners may not activate together.
l The SRS front passenger airbag will not activate if there is no passenger sitting in the right front passenger seat. However, the front passenger air- bag may deploy if luggage is put in the seat, or the seat belt is fastened, even if the seat is unoccupied. (→P. 131)
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n Operating conditions (side airbags)
l The SRS side airbags are designed to inflate when the passenger com-
partment is subjected to a severe impact from the side.
l The SRS side airbag on the passenger seat will not activate if there is no passenger sitting in the right front passenger seat. However, the side air- bag on the passenger seat may deploy if luggage is put in the seat, or the seat belt is fastened, even if the seat is unoccupied. (→P. 131)
n Operating conditions (curtain shield airbags)
The SRS curtain shield airbags are designed to inflate when the passenger compartment is subjected to a severe impact from the side or vehicle roll- over.
n Conditions under which the SRS airbags may deploy (inflate), other
than a collision The SRS front airbags may also deploy if a serious impact occurs to the underside of your vehicle. Some examples are shown in the illustration.
l Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or
hard surface
l Falling into or jumping over a deep hole l Landing hard or vehicle falling
The SRS curtain shield airbags may also deploy under the situation shown in the illustration.
l The angle of vehicle tip-up is marginal. l The vehicle skids and hits a curb stone.
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n Types of collisions that may not deploy the SRS airbag (front airbags) The SRS front airbags are generally not designed to inflate if the vehicle is involved in a side or rear collision, if it rolls over, or if it is involved in a low- speed frontal collision. But, whenever a collision of any type causes suffi- cient forward deceleration of the vehicle, deployment of the SRS front air- bags may occur.
l Collision from the side l Collision from the rear l Vehicle rollover
n Types of collisions that may not deploy the SRS airbag
(side airbags and curtain shield airbags) The SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbag system may not activate if the vehicle is subjected to a collision from the side at certain angles, or a colli- sion to the side of the vehicle body other than the passenger compartment.
l Collision from the side to the vehicle body other than the passenger com- partment
l Collision from the side at an angle
The SRS side airbags are not generally designed to inflate if the vehicle is involved in a frontal or rear collision, if it rolls over, or if it is involved in a low- speed side collision.
l Collision from the front l Collision from the rear l Vehicle rollover
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The SRS curtain shield airbags are not generally designed to inflate if the vehicle is involved in a frontal or rear collision, if it pitches end over end, or if it is involved in a low-speed side collision.
l Collision from the front l Collision from the rear l Pitching end over end
n When to contact your Toyota dealer
In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your Toyota dealer. l Any of the SRS airbags have been inflated.
l The front of the vehicle is damaged or deformed, or was involved in an acci- dent that was not severe enough to cause the SRS airbags to inflate.
l A portion of a door is damaged or deformed, or the vehicle was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags to inflate.
l The pad section of the steering wheel or dashboard near the front passenger airbag is scratched, cracked, or other- wise damaged.
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CAUTION
n SRS airbag precautions
l The surface of the seats with the side airbag is scratched, cracked or other- wise damaged.
l The portion of the front pillars, rear pil- lars or roof side rail garnishes (padding) containing the curtain shield airbags inside is scratched, cracked or other- wise damaged.
Observe the following precautions regarding the airbags. Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury. l The driver and all passengers in the vehicle must wear their seat belts
properly.
The SRS airbags are supplemental devices to be used with the seat belts.
l The SRS driver airbag deploys with considerable force, and can cause
death or serious injury especially if the driver is very close to the airbag.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”) advises:
Since the risk zone for the driver’s airbag is the first 2 - 3 in. (50 - 75 mm)
of inflation, placing yourself 10 in. (250 mm) from your driver airbag pro-
vides you with a clear margin of safety. This distance is measured from the
center of the steering wheel to your breastbone. If you now sit less than 10
in. (250 mm) away, you can change your driving position in several ways:
• Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the
pedals comfortably.
• Slightly recline the back of the seat.
Although vehicle designs vary, many drivers can achieve the 10 in. (250 mm) distance, even with the driver seat all the way forward, sim- ply by reclining the back of the seat somewhat. If reclining the back of your seat makes it hard to see the road, raise yourself by using a firm, non-slippery cushion, or raise the seat if your vehicle has that feature. • If your steering wheel is adjustable, tilt it downward. This points the air-
bag toward your chest instead of your head and neck.
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n SRS airbag precautions
The seat should be adjusted as recommended by NHTSA above, while still maintaining control of the foot pedals and steering wheel, and your view of the instrument panel controls.
If the seat belt extender has been con- nected to the driver’s seat belt buckle but the seat belt extender has not also been fastened to the latch plate of the driver’s seat belt, the SRS driver’s air- bag system will judge that the driver is wearing the seat belt even though the seat belt has not been connected. In this case, the driver’s airbag may not activate correctly in a collision, resulting in death or serious injury in the event of collision. Be sure to wear the seat belt with the seat belt extender.
l The SRS front passenger airbag also deploys with considerable force, and can cause death or serious injury especially if the front passenger is very close to the airbag. The front passenger seat should be as far from the air- bag as possible with the seatback adjusted, so the front passenger sits upright. Improperly seated and/or restrained infants and children can be killed or seriously injured by a deploying airbag. An infant or child who is too small to use a seat belt should be properly secured using a child restraint sys- tem. Toyota strongly recommends that all infants and children be placed in the rear seats of the vehicle and properly restrained. The rear seats are the safest for infants and children. (→P. 138)
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l Do not sit on the edge of the seat or
lean against the dashboard.
l Do not allow a child to stand in front of the SRS front passenger airbag unit or sit on the knees of a front passenger.
l Do not drive the vehicle while the driver or passenger has items resting on their knees.
l Do not lean against the door, the roof side rail or the front, side and rear pil- lars.
l Do not allow anyone to kneel on the passenger seat toward the door or put their head or hands outside the vehicle.
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n SRS airbag precautions
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n SRS airbag precautions
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l Do not attach anything to or lean any- thing against areas such as the dash- board or steering wheel pad. These items can become projectiles when SRS driver and front passenger airbags deploy.
l Do not attach anything to areas such as the door, windshield glass, side door glass, front and rear pillars, roof side rail or assist grip.
l Do not hang coat hangers or other hard objects on the coat hooks. All of these items could become projectiles and seriously injure or kill you, should the SRS curtain shield airbag deploy.
l Do not use seat accessories which cover the parts where the SRS side
airbags inflate as they may interfere with inflation of the airbags.
l Do not strike or apply significant levels of force to the area of the SRS air-
bag components (→P. 116). Doing so can cause the SRS airbags to malfunction.
l Do not touch any of the component parts immediately after the SRS air-
bags have deployed (inflated) as they may be hot. If breathing becomes difficult after the SRS airbag has deployed, open a door or window to allow fresh air in, or leave the vehicle if it is safe to do so. Wash off any residue as soon as possible to prevent skin irritation. If the areas where the SRS airbags are stored, such as the steering wheel pad and front and rear pillar garnishes, are damaged or cracked, have them replaced by your Toyota dealer.
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CAUTION
n Modification and disposal of SRS airbag system components
Do not dispose of your vehicle or perform any of the following modifications without consulting your Toyota dealer. The SRS airbags may malfunction or deploy (inflate) accidentally, causing death or serious injury. l Repairs, modifications, removal or replacement of the steering wheel, instrument panel, dashboard, seats or seat upholstery, front, side and rear pillars or roof side rails.
Installation, removal, disassembly and repair of the SRS airbags.
l Repairs or modifications of the front fender, front bumper, or side of the
occupant compartment. Installation of snow plows, winches, etc. to the front grille (bull bars, kan- garoo bar etc.).
l Modifications to the vehicle’s suspension system. l Do not use tires or wheels other than the manufacturer’s recommended
size. (→P. 615) Installation of electronic devices such as mobile two-way radios or CD players.
l Modifications to your vehicle for a person with a physical disability.
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Passenger airbag off switch (Regular Cab models)
The passenger airbag off switch is designed to disable the front pas- senger airbag in order to allow usage, if necessary, of the right pas- senger seat by a member of a passenger risk group identified in TABLE 1 (→P. 128).
AUTO position This position makes the front pas- senger airbag system opera- tional. At this time, the indicator light condition varies depending on the size of the occupant in the right passenger seat. OFF position The front passenger airbag is dis- abled. At this time, the AIR BAG OFF indicator light will come on.
n Operation of the passenger airbag off switch
Turn the key clockwise to the AUTO position. the key counterclock- Turn wise to the OFF position and remove it. If the key is removed at any other position than OFF, the switch will automatically return to the AUTO position.
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n Passenger risk group
TABLE 1: A PASSENGER RISK GROUP
Infant. An infant (less than 1 year old) who must ride in the front seat because: • Vehicle has no rear seat; • Vehicle has a rear seat too small to accommodate a rear-facing infant seat; or • The infant has a medical condition which, according to the infant’s phy- sician, makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child’s condition. Child age 1 to 12. A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat because: • Vehicle has no rear seat: • Although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear seat(s) whenever possi- ble, children ages 1 to 12 sometimes must ride in the front because no space is available in the rear seat(s) of vehicle; or • The child has a medical condition which, according to the child’s physi- cian, makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child’s condition. Medical condition. A passenger has a medical condition which accord- ing to his or her physician: • Causes the passenger airbag to pose a special risk for the passenger: and • Makes the potential harm from the passenger airbag in a crash greater than the potential harm from turning off the airbag and allowing the pas- senger, even if belted, to hit the dashboard, or windshield in a crash.
For more detailed information concerning about the passenger risk group, please contact NHTSA at 1-888-327-4236 or Transport Canada at 1-800-333-0371.
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CAUTION
n When the passenger airbag off switch is turned off
l Do not turn the passenger airbag off switch to the OFF position except when a member of a passenger risk group identified in TABLE 1 is occupy- ing the right passenger seating position.
l The front passenger airbag will not inflate in a collision and turning off the front passenger airbag can reduce the occupant protection which your vehicle safety systems can provide to you in certain accidents and increase the likelihood of death or serious injuries.
Deactivating the curtain shield airbags in a vehicle rollover
ON/OFF (hold for a few sec- onds)
The RSCA OFF indicator turns on. (only when the engine switch is in the ON position.) The roll sensing function for the curtain shield airbags and seat belt pretensioners will turn back on automatically each time the engine switch is turned on.
n The switch only should be used
In a situation where inflation is not desired (such as during extreme off-road driving).
n Operating conditions when the RSCA OFF indicator is on
l The curtain shield airbag and seat belt pretensioner will not activate in a
vehicle rollover.
l The curtain shield airbag will activate in a severe side impact.
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CAUTION
n For normal driving
Make sure the RSCA OFF indicator is not turned on. If it is left on, the curtain shield airbag will not activate in the event of an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
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Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classifica- tion system. This system detects the conditions of the right front passenger seat and activates or deactivates the devices for the front passenger.
SRS warning light Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light AIR BAG ON indicator light AIR BAG OFF indicator light
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Conditions and operation of the front passenger occupant classification system
Regular Cab models
Indicator/warning light
AIR BAG ON and AIR BAG
OFF
indicator
lights
SRS
warning
light
Front
passenger’s
seat belt reminder
light
AIR BAG
ON
AIR BAG
OFF
AIR BAG
OFF*6
Not
illuminated AIR BAG
OFF
AIR BAG
OFF
Off
Off
Off
On
Flashing*5
Flashing*5
Off
Off
Passenger airbag off
switch position
AUTO
OFF
AUTO OFF
AUTO
OFF
AUTO
OFF
Condition detected
by the front passenger occupant
classification
system*1
Adult*2
Child*3 or child
restraint system*4
Unoccupied
There is a mal- function in the system
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Front passen- ger air-
bag
Side air- bag on the pas- senger seat
Curtain shield air- bag in the passen- ger side
Front pas- senger’s seat belt pretensioner
Activated Deactivated
Activated
Deactivated
Activated
Deactivated
Activated
Deactivated
l Devices
Condition detected by the front pas- senger occu-
pant
classification
system*1
Adult*2
Child*3 or
child
restraint
system*4
Unoccupied
Passen- ger air- bag off switch position
AUTO OFF AUTO
OFF
AUTO OFF AUTO
OFF
Deactivated
There is a malfunction in the sys- tem *1: The right passenger on the bench type seat. *2: The system judges a person of adult size as an adult. When a smaller adult sits in the passenger seat, the system may recog- nize him/her as a child depending on his/her physique and pos- ture.
Activated
*3: When a larger child who has outgrown a child restraint system sits in the passenger seat, the system may recognize him/her as an adult depending on his/her physique or posture.
*4: Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on the passenger seat. A forward-facing child restraint system should only be installed on the passenger seat when it is unavoidable. (→P. 138)
*5: In the event the passenger does not wear a seat belt.
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*6: In case the indicator is not illuminated, consult this manual for
installing the child restraint system properly. (→P. 138) Double Cab and CrewMax models
Indicator/warning light
AIR BAG ON and AIR BAG OFF indicator
lights
AIR BAG ON
AIR BAG
OFF*6
Not illuminated
AIR BAG OFF
Condition detected
by the front passen-
ger occupant clas-
sification system*1
Adult*2
Child*3 or child
restraint system*4
Unoccupied
There is a mal-
function in the
system
l Devices
SRS warning
light
Front passen- ger’s seat belt reminder light
Off
Off
Off
On
Flashing*5
Flashing*5
Off
Off
Condition detected
by the front passen-
ger occupant clas-
sification system*1
Front pas- senger air-
bag
Side air- bag on the front pas- senger seat
Curtain shield air- bag in the front pas- senger side
Activated
Deactivated
Deactivated
Deactivated
Activated
Front pas- senger’s seat belt pretensioner
Activated
Deactivated
Activated
Adult*2
Child*3 or child
restraint system*4
Unoccupied
There is a mal-
function in the
system
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*1: The right front passenger on the bench type seat. *2: The system judges a person of adult size as an adult. When a smaller adult sits in the front passenger seat, the system may rec- ognize him/her as a child depending on his/her physique and pos- ture.
*3: When a larger child who has outgrown a child restraint system sits in the front passenger seat, the system may recognize him/ her as an adult depending on his/her physique or posture.
*4: Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on the front pas- senger seat. A forward-facing child restraint system should only be installed on the front passenger seat when it is unavoidable. (→P. 138)
*5: In the event the front passenger does not wear a seat belt. *6: In case the indicator is not illuminated, consult this manual for
installing the child restraint system properly. (→P. 138)
CAUTION
n Front passenger occupant classification system precautions
Observe the following precautions regarding front passenger occupant clas- sification system. Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury. l Wear the seat belt properly. l Make sure the front passenger’s seat belt tab has not been left inserted
into the buckle before someone sits in the front passenger seat.
l Make sure the AIR BAG OFF indicator light is not illuminated when using the seat belt extender for the right front passenger seat. If the AIR BAG OFF indicator light is illuminated, disconnect the extender tongue from the seat belt buckle, then reconnect the seat belt. Reconnect the seat belt extender after making sure the AIR BAG ON indicator light is illuminated. If you use the seat belt extender while the AIR BAG OFF indicator light is illuminated, the front passenger airbag, side airbag on the right front pas- senger side airbag may not activate correctly, which could cause death or serious injury in the event of collision.
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CAUTION
n Front passenger occupant classification system precautions
l Do not apply a heavy load to the front passenger seat or equipment (e.g.
seatback pocket).
l Do not apply pressure to the right front passenger seat by resting hands or
legs on the seatback.
l Double Cab and CrewMax models: Do not put weight on the front passen- ger seat by putting your hands or feet on the front passenger seat seat- back from the rear passenger seat.
l Double Cab and CrewMax models: Do not let a rear passenger lift the front passenger seat with their feet or press on the seatback with their legs.
l Do not put objects under the front passenger seat. l Do not recline the front passenger seatback so far that it touches a rear seat or a back wall. This may cause the AIR BAG OFF indicator light to be illuminated, which indicates that the passenger’s airbags will not deploy in the event of a severe accident. If the seatback touches the rear seat or back wall, return the seatback to a position where it does not touch the rear seat or back wall. Keep the front passenger seatback as upright as possible when the vehicle is moving. Reclining the seatback excessively may lessen the effectiveness of the seat belt system. If an adult sits in the right front passenger seat, the AIR BAG ON indicator light is illuminated. If the AIR BAG OFF indicator is illuminated, ask the passenger to sit up straight, well back in the seat, feet on the floor, and with the seat belt worn correctly. If the AIR BAG OFF indicator still remains illuminated, either ask the passenger to move to the rear seat, or if that is not possible, move the right front passenger seat fully rearward.
l When it is unavoidable to install the forward-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat, install the child restraint system on the front passenger seat in the proper order. (→P. 144)
l Do not modify or remove the front seats. l Do not kick the front passenger seat or subject it to severe impact. Other- wise, the SRS warning light may come on to indicate a malfunction of the detection system. In this case, contact your Toyota dealer immediately.
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CAUTION
n Front passenger occupant classification system precautions
l Double Cab and CrewMax models: Child restraint systems installed on the
rear seat should not contact the front seatbacks.
l Do not use a seat accessory, such as a cushion or seat cover, that covers
the seat cushion surface.
l Do not attach a commercial seatback table or other heavy item to the back
of the front passenger seat.
l Do not modify or replace the upholstery of the front seat.
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1-7. Safety information Child restraint systems
A child restraint system for a small child or baby must itself be prop- erly restrained on the seat with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt. The laws of all 50 states of the U.S.A. and Canada now require the use of child restraint systems.
Points to remember
Studies have shown that installing a child restraint on a rear seat is much safer than installing one to the front passenger seat. l Choose a child restraint system that suits your vehicle and is
appropriate to the age and size of the child.
l For installation details, follow the instructions provided with the
child restraint system. General installation instructions are provided in this manual. (→P. 144)
Types of child restraints
Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types according to the age and size of the child.
Rear facing ⎯ Infant seat/convertible seat
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Booster seat
n Selecting an appropriate child restraint system
l Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child until the child