Toyota Hilux (2017 year). Manual - part 80

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WARNING

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When using the rear view monitor system 
The rear view monitor system is a supplemental device intended to assist
the driver when backing up. When backing up, be sure to visually check all
around the vehicle both directly and using the mirrors before proceeding.
Observe the following precautions to avoid an accident that could result in
death or serious injuries.

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Never depend on the rear view monitor system entirely when backing up.
The image and the position of the guide lines displayed on the screen may
differ from the actual state.
Use caution, just as you would when backing up any vehicle.

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Be sure to back up slowly, depressing the brake pedal to control vehicle
speed.

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The instructions given are only guide lines.
When and how much to turn the steering wheel will vary according to traf-
fic conditions, road surface conditions, vehicle condition, etc. when park-
ing. It is necessary to be fully aware of this before using the rear view
monitor system. 

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When parking, be sure to check that the parking space will accommodate
your vehicle before maneuvering into it.

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Do not use the rear view monitor system in the following cases:
• On icy or slick road surfaces, or in snow
• When using tire chains
• When the tailgate is not closed completely
• On roads that are not flat or straight, such as curves or slopes.

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In low temperatures, the screen may darken or the image may become
faint. The image could distort when the vehicle is moving, or you may
become unable to see the image on the screen. Be sure to visually check
all around the vehicle both directly and using the mirrors before proceed-
ing.

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If the tire sizes are changed, the position of the fixed guide lines displayed
on the screen may change.

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The camera uses a special lens. The distances between objects and
pedestrians that appear in the image displayed on the screen will differ
from the actual distances.

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NOTICE

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How to use the camera

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The rear view monitor system may not operate properly in the following
cases.
• If the back of the vehicle is hit, the position and mounting angle of the

camera may change.

• As the camera has a water proof construction, do not detach, disassem-

ble or modify it. This may cause incorrect operation.

• When cleaning the camera lens, flush the camera with a large quantity

of water and wipe it with a soft and wet cloth. Strongly rubbing the cam-
era lens may cause the camera lens to be scratched and unable to
transmit a clear image.

• Do not allow organic solvent, car wax, window cleaner or glass coat to

adhere to the camera. If this happens, wipe it off as soon as possible.

• If the temperature changes rapidly, such as when hot water is poured

on the vehicle in cold weather, the system may not operate normally.

• When washing the vehicle, do not apply intensive bursts of water to the

camera or camera area. Doing so may result in the camera malfunc-
tioning.

• When the camera is used under fluorescent lights, sodium light or mer-

cury light etc., the lights and the illuminated areas may appear to flicker.

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Do not expose the camera to strong impact as this could cause a malfunc-
tion. If this happens, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional as
soon as possible.

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Four-wheel drive system

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H2 (high speed position, two-
wheel drive)

Use this for normal driving on dry
hard

-surfaced roads. This position

gives greater economy, quietest
ride and least wear.

H4 (high speed position, four-
wheel drive)

Use this for driving only on tracks
that permit the tires slide, like off-
road, icy or snow-covered roads.
This position provides greater trac-
tion than two-wheel drive.

The four-wheel drive indicator
light comes on

L4 (low speed position, four-
wheel drive)

Use this for maximum power and traction. Use L4 for climbing or descend-
ing steep hills, off-road driving, and hard pulling in sand, mud or deep
snow.

The four-wheel drive and low speed four-wheel drive indicator lights
come on

The A.D.D. can be engaged or disengaged by the shifting operations
described in the following shifting procedures.

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: If equipped

Use the front-wheel drive control switch to select the following
transfer modes.

1

2

3

A.D.D. (automatic disconnecting differential) (if equipped)

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Shifting from H2 to H4

Reduce the vehicle speed to
less than 100 km/h (62 mph).

The transfer mode cannot be
switched if the vehicle speed is
more than 100 km/h (62 mph).

Turn the front-wheel drive
control switch to H4.

The four-wheel drive indicator
light flashes while switching.
If turning the front-wheel drive
control switch when the vehicle
speed is more than 100 km/h
(62 mph), the four-wheel drive
indicator light flashes and a
buzzer sounds. 
Reduce the vehicle speed to less than 100 km/h (62 mph), or return the
front-wheel drive control switch to H2 and try step   again.

Check that the four-wheel
drive indicator light comes on.

The four-wheel drive indicator
light comes on when switching
the transfer mode is completed.
If the four-wheel drive indicator
light does not stop flashing after
turning the front-wheel drive
control switch from H2 to H4,
perform any of the followings
while driving straight.

• Accelerating
• Decelerating
• Driving in reverse

The four-wheel drive indicator light may not stop flashing if the front-
wheel drive control switch is turned from H2 to H4 while the vehicle is
stopped. In this case, perform any of the followings.

• Driving forward
• Driving in reverse

Shifting between H2 and H4

100 km/h

(62 mph)

1

(Flashes)

2

1

(Comes on)

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