Toyota Avalon Hybrid (2020 year). Manual in english - part 4

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Auto power off function

If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or ON
mode (with the hybrid system not operating) for more than an hour with the
shift lever in P, the power switch will automatically turn off. However, this func-
tion cannot entirely prevent 12-volt battery discharge. Do not leave the vehi-
cle  with  the  power  switch  in ACCESSORY  or  ON  mode  for  long  periods  of
time when the hybrid system is not operating.

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Automatic hybrid system shut off feature

●

The vehicle is equipped with a feature that automatically shuts off the hybrid
system when the shift lever is in P with the hybrid system operating for an
extended period.

●

The hybrid system will automatically shut off after approximately 1 hour if it
has been left running while the shift lever is in P.

●

The  timer  for  the  automatic  hybrid  system  shut  off  feature  will  reset  if  the
brake pedal is depressed or if the shift lever is in a position other than P.

●

After  the  vehicle  is  parked,  if  the  door  is  locked  with  the  door  lock  switch
(

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P. 140) from the inside or the mechanical key (

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P. 482) from the outside,

the automatic hybrid system shut off feature will be disabled. The timer for
the automatic hybrid system shut off feature will be re-enabled if the driver’s
door is opened.

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Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle

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P. 78

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Electronic key battery depletion

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P. 136

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When the ambient temperature is low, such as during winter driving con-
ditions

When starting the hybrid system, the flashing time of the “READY” indicator
may be long. Leave the vehicle as it is until the “READY” indicator is steady
on, as steady means the vehicle is able to move.

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Conditions affecting operation

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P. 151

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Notes for the entry function

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P. 152

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If the hybrid system does not start

●

The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (

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P. 86) 

Contact your Toyota dealer.

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Check that the shift lever is securely set in P. The hybrid system may not
start if the shift lever is displaced out of P.

●

If a message related to start-up is shown on the multi-information display,
read the message and follow the instructions.

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Steering lock

After  turning  the  power  switch  off  and  opening  and  closing  the  doors,  the
steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the
power switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.

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When the steering lock cannot be released

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Steering lock motor overheating prevention

To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be sus-
pended if the hybrid system is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period
of time. In this case, refrain from operating the hybrid system. After about 10
seconds, the steering lock motor will resume functioning.

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When a message requesting the smart key system be inspected is dis-
played on the multi-information display

The  system  may  be  malfunctioning.  Have  the  vehicle  inspected  by  your
Toyota dealer immediately.

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If the “READY” indicator does not come on

In the event that the “READY” indicator does not come on even after perform-
ing the proper procedures for starting the vehicle, contact your Toyota dealer
immediately.

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If the hybrid system is malfunctioning

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P. 80

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If the electronic key battery is depleted

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P. 439

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Operation of the power switch

●

If the switch is not pressed shortly and firmly, the power switch mode may
not change or the hybrid system may not start.

●

If attempting to restart the hybrid system immediately after turning the power
switch off, the hybrid system may not start in some cases. After turning the
power switch off, wait a few seconds before restarting the hybrid system.

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If the smart key system has been deactivated in a customized setting



P. 482

A  message  informing  the  driver  that  the
steering wheel is locked will be displayed
on the multi-information display. 
Check that the shift lever is set in P. Press
the  power switch  while  turning the  steer-
ing wheel left and right.

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WARNING

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When starting the hybrid system

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

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Caution while driving

If  hybrid  system failure occurs  while the vehicle is  moving,  do not lock or
open the doors until the vehicle reaches a safe and complete stop. Activa-
tion of the steering lock in this circumstance may lead to an accident, result-
ing in death or serious injury.

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Stopping the hybrid system in an emergency

●

If you want to stop the hybrid system in an emergency while driving the
vehicle,  press  and  hold  the  power  switch  for  more  than  2  seconds,  or
press it briefly 3 times or more in succession. (

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P. 447)

However, do not touch the power switch while driving except in an emer-
gency. Turning  the  hybrid  system  off  while  driving  will  not  cause  loss  of
steering or braking control, however, power assist to the steering will be
lost. This will make it more difficult to steer smoothly, so you should pull
over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

●

If  the  power  switch  is  operated  while  the  vehicle  is  running,  a  warning
message  will  be  shown  on  the  multi-information  display  and  a  buzzer
sounds.

●

When  restarting  the  hybrid  system  after  an  emergency  shutdown  while
driving, press the power switch. When restarting the hybrid system after
stopping  the  vehicle,  change  the  shift  position  to  P  and  then  press  the
power switch.

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When parking

Exhaust gases  include harmful  carbon  monoxide  (CO), which is colorless
and odorless. Observe the following precautions.
Failure  to  do  so  may  cause  exhaust  gases  to  enter  the  vehicle  and  may
lead to an accident caused by light-headedness, or may lead to death or a
serious health hazard.

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If  the  vehicle  is  in  a  poorly  ventilated  area  or  a  closed  area,  such  as  a
garage, stop the hybrid system.

●

Do not leave the vehicle with the hybrid system operating for a long time. If
such a situation cannot be avoided, park the vehicle in an open space and
ensure that exhaust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior.

●

Do not leave the hybrid system operating in an area with snow build-up, or
where  it  is  snowing.  If  snowbanks  build  up  around  the  vehicle  while  the
hybrid system is operating, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehi-
cle.

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NOTICE

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To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

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Do not leave the power switch in ACCESSORY or ON mode for long peri-
ods of time without the hybrid system on.

●

If “ACCESSORY” or “IGNITION ON” is displayed on the multi-information
display, the power switch is not off. Exit the vehicle after turning the power
switch off.

●

Do not stop the hybrid system when the shift lever is in a position other
than P. If the hybrid system is stopped in another shift lever position, the
power switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to ACCESSORY
mode.  If  the  vehicle  is  left  in  ACCESSORY  mode,  12-volt  battery  dis-
charge may occur.

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When starting the hybrid system 

●

Do not depress the accelerator pedal unnecessarily.

●

If the hybrid system becomes difficult to start, have your vehicle checked
by your Toyota dealer immediately.

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Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the power switch

If the power switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual,
such  as  the  switch  sticking  slightly,  there  may  be  a  malfunction.  Contact
your Toyota dealer immediately.

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Turns EV drive mode on/off

When EV drive mode is turned on,
the  EV  drive  mode  indicator  will
come  on.  Pressing  the  switch
when  in  EV  drive  mode  will  return
the vehicle to normal driving (using
the  gasoline  engine  and  electric
motor [traction motor]).

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Situations in which EV drive mode cannot be turned on

It may not be possible to turn EV drive mode on in the following situations. If it
cannot be turned on, a buzzer will sound and a message will be shown on the
multi-information display.

●

The temperature of the hybrid system is high. 
The vehicle has been left in the sun, driven on a hill, driven at high speeds,
etc.

●

The temperature of the hybrid system is low. 
The vehicle has been left in temperatures lower than about 32



F (0



C) for a

long period of time etc.

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The gasoline engine is warming up.

●

The hybrid battery (traction battery) is low.
The remaining battery level indicated in the energy monitor display is low.
(

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P. 128)

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Vehicle speed is high.

●

The accelerator pedal is depressed firmly or the vehicle is on a hill etc.

●

The windshield defogger is in use.

EV drive mode

In EV drive mode, electric power is supplied by the hybrid bat-
tery  (traction  battery),  and  only  the  electric  motor  (traction
motor) is used to drive the vehicle.
This  mode  allows  you  to  drive  in  residential  areas  early  in  the
morning and late at night, or in indoor parking lots etc. without
concern for noises and gas emissions.
However,  when  the  vehicle  proximity  notification  system  is
active, the vehicle may produce sound.

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Switching to EV drive mode when the gasoline engine is cold

If the hybrid system is started while the gasoline engine is cold, the gasoline
engine will start automatically after a short period of time in order to warm up.
In this case, you will become unable to switch to EV drive mode.
After  the  hybrid  system  has  started  and  the  “READY”  indicator  has  illumi-
nated, press the EV drive mode switch before the gasoline engine starts to
switch to EV drive mode.

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Automatic cancelation of EV drive mode

When driving in EV drive mode, the gasoline engine may automatically restart
in  the  following  situations.  When  EV  drive  mode  is  canceled,  a  buzzer  will
sound and the EV drive mode indicator will flash and go off.

●

The hybrid battery (traction battery) becomes low.
The  remaining  battery  level  indicated  in  the  energy  monitor  on  the  multi-
information display is low. (



P. 128)

●

Vehicle speed is high.

●

The accelerator pedal is depressed firmly or the vehicle is on a hill etc.

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Possible driving distance when driving in EV drive mode

EV drive mode’s possible driving distance ranges from a few hundred meters
to approximately 0.9 miles (1 km). However, depending on vehicle conditions,
there are situations when EV drive mode cannot be used. 
(The distance that is possible depends on the hybrid battery [traction battery]
level and driving conditions.)

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Fuel economy

The  hybrid  system  is  designed  to  achieve  the  best  possible  fuel  economy
during normal driving (using the gasoline engine and electric motor [traction
motor]). Driving in EV drive mode more than necessary may lower fuel econ-
omy.

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If “EV Mode Unavailable” is shown on the multi-information display

The  EV  drive  mode  is  not  available. The  reason  the  EV  drive  mode  is  not
available (the vehicle is idling, battery charge is low, vehicle speed is higher
than  the  EV  drive  mode  operating  speed  range  or  accelerator  pedal  is
depressed  too  much)  may  be  displayed.  Use  the  EV  drive  mode  when  it
becomes available.

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If “EV Mode Deactivated” is shown on the multi-information display

The  EV  drive  mode  has  been  automatically  canceled.  The  reason  the  EV
drive mode is not available (the battery charge is low, vehicle speed is higher
than  the  EV  drive  mode  operating  speed  range  or  accelerator  pedal  is
depressed too much) may be displayed. Drive the vehicle for a while before
attempting to turn on the EV drive mode again.

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WARNING

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Caution while driving

When driving in EV drive mode no engine noise is made. As such, pedestri-
ans, people riding bicycles or other people and vehicles in the surrounding
area  may  not  be  aware  of  the  vehicle  starting  off  or  approaching  them.
Therefore, take extra care while driving even if the vehicle proximity notifica-
tion system is active.

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While  the  power  switch  is  in  ON  mode  and  the  brake  pedal
depressed

*

, shift the shift lever while pushing the shift release

button on the shift knob.
Shift  the  shift  lever  while  pushing  the  shift  release  button  on
the shift knob.
Shift the shift lever normally.

When  shifting  the  shift  lever  between  P  and  D,  make  sure  that  the
vehicle is completely stopped and the brake pedal is depressed. 

*

: For the vehicle be able to be shifted from P, the brake pedal must be

depressed  before  the  shift  release  button  is  pushed.  If  the  shift
release button is pushed first, the shift lock will not be released.

Hybrid transmission

Shifting the shift lever

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*

1

: To  improve  fuel  efficiency  and  reduce  noise,  shift  the  shift  lever  to  D  for

normal driving.

*

2

: By selecting shift ranges using S mode, you can control accelerating force

and engine braking force.

Shift position purpose

Shift position

Objective or function

P

Parking the vehicle/starting the hybrid system

R

Reversing

N

Neutral

D

Normal driving

*

1

S

S mode driving

*

2

 (

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P. 207)

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

P. 321

When the shift lever is in the S position, the shift lever or paddle shift
switches (if equipped) can be operated as follows:

Upshifting
Downshifting

The  initial  shift  range  in  S  mode  is  set  automatically  to  S5  or  S4
according to vehicle speed.

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Shift ranges and their functions

●

You can choose from 6 levels of accelerating force and engine
braking force.

●

A  lower  shift  range  will  provide  greater  accelerating  force  and
engine  braking  force  than  a  higher  shift  range,  and  the  engine
revolutions will also increase.

●

If you accelerate while in ranges 1 to 4, the shift range may auto-
matically increase in accordance with the vehicle speed.

Selecting the driving mode

Changing shift ranges in S mode



Shift lever



Paddle  shift  switches  (if
equipped)

1

2

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To drive using temporary shift range selection, operate the “-” paddle
shift switch. The shift range can then be selected by operating the “-”
and “+” paddle shift switches. Changing the shift range allows restric-
tion of the highest gear, preventing upshifting and enabling the level of
engine braking force to be selected.

Upshifting
Downshifting

The selected shift range, from D1
to  D6  will  be  displayed  on  the
multi-information display.

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When the “-” paddle shift switch is operated with the shift lever in the D
position (vehicles with paddle shift switches)

The shift range is downshifted to a range that enables engine braking force
that is suitable to driving conditions.

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Automatic deactivation of shift range selection in the D position

Shift range selection in the D position will be deactivated in the following situ-
ations:

●

The “+” paddle shift switch is held down for a period of time

●

When the vehicle comes to a stop

●

If the accelerator pedal is depressed for more than a certain period of time

●

When the shift lever is shifted to a position other than D

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S mode

●

When the shift range is S4 or lower, holding the shift lever toward “+” sets
the shift range to S6.

●

To  prevent  the  engine  from  over-revving,  upshifting  may  automatically
occur.

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Downshift restriction warning buzzer (S mode or paddle shifting)

To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may
sometimes  be  restricted.  In  some  circumstances,  downshifting  may  not  be
possible even when the shift lever or paddle shift switches (if equipped) are
operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.) 

Selecting  shift  ranges  in  the  D  position  (vehicles  with  paddle
shift switches)

1

2

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When  driving  with  dynamic  radar  cruise  control  with  full-speed  range
activated

Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine
braking, engine braking will not activate because radar cruise control with full-
speed range will not be canceled.

●

While driving in D or S mode, downshifting to 5 or 4.

●

When switching the driving mode to sport mode while driving in the D posi-
tion. (



P. 321)

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Restraining sudden start (Drive-start Control)



P. 184

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Shift lock system

The shift lock system is a system to prevent accidental operation of the shift
lever in starting.
The shift lever can be shifted from P only when the power switch is in the ON
mode, the brake pedal is depressed and the shift release button is pushed.

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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P

First, check whether the brake pedal is being depressed. 
If the shift lever cannot be shifted even though the brake pedal is depressed
and the shift release button is pushed, there may be a problem with the shift
lock system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that
the shift lever can be shifted.
Releasing the shift lock:

Set the parking brake.
Turn the power switch off.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flathead screw-
driver or equivalent tool.
To prevent damage to the cover, cover
the tip of the screwdriver with a rag.

Press  and  hold  the  shift  lock  override
button and then push the button on the
shift knob.
The shift lever can be shifted while both
buttons are pressed.

1

2

3

4

5

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If the S indicator does not come on or the D indicator is displayed even
after shifting the shift lever to S

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

WARNING

■

When driving on slippery road surfaces

Do not accelerate or shift gears suddenly. 
Sudden changes in engine braking may cause the vehicle to spin or skid,
resulting in an accident.

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To prevent an accident when releasing the shift lock

Before pressing the shift lock override button, make sure to set the parking
brake and depress the brake pedal.
If the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed instead of the brake pedal
when the shift lock override button is pressed and the shift lever is shifted
out  of  P,  the  vehicle  may  suddenly  start,  possibly  leading  to  an  accident
resulting in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

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Hybrid battery (traction battery) charge precaution

If  the  shift  lever  is  in  N,  the  hybrid  battery  (traction  battery)  will  not  be
charged  even  when  the  engine  is  running. Therefore,  if  the  vehicle  is  left
with the shift lever in N for a long period of time, the hybrid battery (traction
battery) will discharge, and this may result in the vehicle not being able to
start.

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Right turn
Lane change to the right (move
the  lever  partway  and  release
it)

The  right  hand  signals  will  flash  3
times.

Lane  change  to  the  left  (move
the  lever  partway  and  release
it)

The  left  hand  signals  will  flash  3
times.

Left turn

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Turn signals can be operated when

The power switch is in ON mode.

■

If the indicator flashes faster than usual

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

■

If  the  turn  signals  stop  flashing  before  a  lane  change  has  been  per-
formed

Operate the lever again.

■

To discontinue flashing of the turn signals during a lane change

Operate the lever in the opposite direction.

Turn signal lever

Operating instructions

1

2

3

4

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The  parking  brake  is  set  or  released  automatically  according  to  the
shift lever operation. 
Even  when  in  automatic  mode,  the  parking  brake  can  be  set  and
released manually. (



P. 213)

Turns  automatic  mode  on
(while  the  vehicle  is  stopped,
pull and hold the parking brake
switch  until  a  message  is
shown  on  the  multi-information
display)

• When  the  shift  lever  is  moved

out  of  P,  the  parking  brake  will
be  released,  and  the  parking
brake indicator light and parking
brake light turn off.

• When  the  shift  lever  is  moved

into P, the parking brake will be
set,  and  the  parking  brake  indi-
cator  light  and  parking  brake
light turn on.

Operate  the  shift  lever  with  the
brake pedal depressed.

Turns automatic mode off (while the vehicle is stopped, press and
hold  the  parking  brake  switch  until  a  message  is  shown  on  the
multi-information display)

Operate the parking brake switch while depressing the brake pedal.

Parking brake

A mode can be selected from the following modes.

Automatic mode

Parking 
brake light

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The parking brake can be set and released manually. 

Sets the parking brake

The  parking  brake  indicator  light
and parking brake light will turn on.
Pull  and  hold  the  parking  brake
switch if an emergency occurs and
it is necessary to operate the park-
ing brake while driving.

Releases the parking brake

Operate  the  parking  brake  switch
while  depressing  the  brake  pedal.
Make  sure  that  the  parking  brake
indicator light or parking brake light
turn off.

If the parking brake indicator light
and  parking  brake  light  flashes,
operate the switch again. 
(



P. 454)

Manual mode

Parking 
brake light

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2

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■

Parking the vehicle



P. 182

■

Parking brake operation

●

When  the  power  switch  is  not  in  ON  mode,  the  parking  brake  cannot  be
released using the parking brake switch.

●

When  the  power  switch  is  not  in  ON  mode,  automatic  mode  (automatic
brake setting and releasing) is not available.

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Automatic release function

The parking brake is automatically released when slowly depress the acceler-
ator pedal.
The parking brake will be released automatically under the following condi-
tions:

●

The driver’s door is closed.

●

The driver’s seat belt is fastened.

●

Shift the shift lever is in a forward or reverse position.

●

The malfunction indicator lamp or brake system warning light is not illumi-
nated.

If the automatic release function does not operate, manually release the park-
ing brake.

■

If  “Parking  Brake  Temporarily  Unavailable”  is  displayed  on  the  multi-
information display

If  the  parking  brake  is  operated  repeatedly  over  a  short  period  of  time,  the
system may restrict operation to prevent overheating. If this happens, refrain
from operating the parking brake. Normal operation will return after about 1
minute.

■

If “Parking Brake Unavailable” is displayed on the multi-information dis-
play

Operate the parking brake switch. If  the  message  does not disappear  after
operating the switch several times, the system may be malfunctioning. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

■

Parking brake operation sound

When  the  parking  brake  operates,  a  motor  sound  (whirring  sound)  may  be
heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.

■

Parking brake indicator light and parking brake light

●

Depending on the power switch mode, the parking brake indicator light and
parking brake light will turn on and stay on as described below:
ON mode: Comes on until the parking brake is released.
Not in ON mode: Stays on for approximately 15 seconds.

●

When the power switch is turned off with the parking brake set, the parking
brake indicator light  and parking brake light will stay  on for about 15  sec-
onds. This does not indicate a malfunction.

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Parking brake engaged warning buzzer

A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake engaged.
“Release Parking Brake” is displayed on the multi-information display.

■

Warning messages and buzzers

Warning messages and buzzers are used to indicate a system malfunction or
to inform the driver of the need for caution. If a warning message is shown on
the multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions.

■

If the brake system warning light comes on



P. 453

■

Usage in winter time



P. 333

WARNING

■

When parking the vehicle

Do  not  leave  a  child  in  the  vehicle  alone.  The  parking  brake  may  be
released unintentionally and there is the danger of the vehicle moving that
may lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

■

Parking brake switch

Do not set any objects near the parking brake switch. Objects may interfere
with the switch and may lead the parking brake to unexpectedly operate.

NOTICE

■

When parking the vehicle

Before you leave the vehicle, shift the shift lever to P, set the parking brake
and make sure that the vehicle does not move.

■

When the system malfunctions

Stop the vehicle in a safe place and check the warning messages.

■

When the parking brake cannot be released due to a malfunction

Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components
overheating,  which  may  affect  braking  performance  and  increase  brake
wear. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately if this occurs.

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Turns the brake hold system on

The  brake  hold  standby  indicator
(green)  comes  on.  While  the  sys-
tem is holding the brake, the brake
hold  operated  indicator  (yellow)
comes on.

*

1

: Brake hold standby indicator

*

2

: Brake hold operated indicator

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Brake hold system operating conditions

The brake hold system cannot be turned on in the following conditions:

●

The driver’s door is not closed.

●

The driver is not wearing the seat belt.

If  any  of  the  conditions  above  are  detected  when  the  brake  hold  system  is
enabled, the system will turn off and the brake hold standby indicator light will
go off. In addition, if any of the conditions are detected while the system is
holding the brake, a warning buzzer will sound and a message will be shown
on the multi-information display. The parking brake will then be set automati-
cally.

■

Brake hold function

●

If the brake pedal is left released for a period of about 3 minutes after the
system has started holding the brake, the parking brake will be set automat-
ically. In this case, a warning buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the
multi-information display.

●

To turn the system off while the system is holding the brake, firmly depress
the brake pedal and press the button again.

●

The brake hold function may not hold the vehicle when the vehicle is on a
steep incline. In this situation, it may be necessary for the driver to apply the
brakes. A  warning  buzzer  will  sound  and  the  multi-information  display  will
inform  the  driver  of  this  situation.  If  a  warning  message  is  shown  on  the
multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions.

Brake Hold

The brake hold system keeps the brake applied when the shift
lever is in D, S or N with the system on and the brake pedal has
been  depressed  to  stop  the  vehicle.  The  system  releases  the
brake  when  the  accelerator  pedal  is  depressed  with  the  shift
lever in D or S to allow smooth start off.

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When the parking brake is set automatically while the system is holding
the brakes

Perform any of the following operations to release the parking brake.

●

Depress the accelerator pedal. (The parking brake will not be released auto-
matically if the seat belt is not fastened.)

●

Operate the parking brake switch with the brake pedal depressed. 

Make sure that the parking brake indicator light goes off. (



P. 212)

■

When an inspection at your Toyota dealer is necessary

When the brake hold standby indicator (green) does not illuminate even when
the brake hold switch is pressed with the brake hold system operating condi-
tions met, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected at
your Toyota dealer.

■

Warning messages and buzzers

Warning messages and buzzers are used to indicate a system malfunction or
to inform the driver of the need for caution. If a warning message is shown on
the multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions.

■

If the brake hold operated indicator flashes



P. 455

WARNING

■

When the vehicle is on a steep incline

When using the brake hold system on a steep incline, exercise caution. The
brake hold function may not hold the vehicle in such a situation.

■

When stopped on a slippery road

The system cannot stop the vehicle when the gripping ability of the tires has
been exceeded. Do not use the system when stopped on a slippery road.

NOTICE

■

When parking the vehicle

The brake hold system is not designed for use when parking the vehicle for
a long period of time. Turning the power switch off while the system is hold-
ing  the  brake  may  release  the  brake,  which  would  cause  the  vehicle  to
move. When operating the power switch, depress the brake pedal, shift the
shift lever to P and set the parking brake.

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Operating the 

 switch turns on the lights as follows:

The  headlights,  day-
time running lights

 

(



P.

219)  and  all  the  lights
listed below turn on and
off automatically.
(When 

the 

power

switch is in ON mode)
The  side  marker,  park-
ing,  tail,  license  plate,
instrument  panel  lights,
and  daytime  running
lights  (



P.  219)  turn

on.
The headlights and all the lights listed above (except day-
time running lights) turn on. 
The daytime running lights turn off.

 

(



P. 219)

With  the  headlights  on,  push
the lever away from you to turn
on the high beams. 

Pull  the  lever  toward  you  to  the
center  position  to  turn  the  high
beams off.

Pull  the  lever  toward  you  and
release  it  to  flash  the  high
beams once. 

You can flash the high beams with the headlights on or off.

Headlight switch

The headlights can be operated manually or automatically. 

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Turning on the high beam headlights

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●

When the steering wheel or turn signal lever is operated while the
headlights are on (low beam), a cornering light will turn on and light
up  the  direction  of  movement  of  the  vehicle. The  cornering  lights
are designed to ensure excellent visibility when making a turn at an
intersection.

However,  when  vehicle  speed  is  approximately  93  mph  (150  km/h)  or
higher, the cornering lights will not turn on.

●

When  the  shift  position  is  in  R  while  the  headlights  are  on  (low
beam),  both  cornering  lights  will  turn  on.  This  is  designed  to
enhance visibility when parking.

■

Daytime running light system

●

Type A: 
The daytime running lights illuminate using the same lights as the low beam
headlights and illuminate dimmer than the low beam headlights. 
Type B: 
The daytime running lights illuminate using the same lights as the parking
lights and illuminate brighter than the parking lights.

●

To make your vehicle more visible to other drivers during daytime driving,
the  daytime  running  lights  turn  on  automatically  when  all  of  the  following
conditions are met. (The daytime running lights are not designed for use at
night.)
• The hybrid system is starting
• The parking brake is released
• The headlight switch is in the 

 or 

*

 position

*

: When the surroundings are bright

The daytime running lights remain on after they illuminate, even if the parking
brake is set again.

●

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.

■

Cornering lights (if equipped)

When the cornering lights are on for more than 30 minutes, they will turn off
automatically.

Cornering lights (if equipped)

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■

Headlight control sensor

■

Automatic light off system

●

When the headlights are on: The headlights and tail lights turn off 30 sec-
onds after the power switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off
and a door is opened and closed. (The lights turn off immediately if 

 on

the key is pressed twice after all the doors are closed.)

●

When only the tail lights are on: The tail lights turn off automatically if the
power switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off and the driver’s
door is opened.

To turn the lights on again, turn the power switch to ON mode, or turn the light
switch off once and then back to 

or

.

If any of the doors or trunk lid is kept open, the lights automatically turn off
after 20 minutes.

■

Light reminder buzzer (except when the light switch is in 

)

A buzzer sounds when the power switch is turned off or turned to ACCES-
SORY mode and the driver's door is opened while the lights are turned on.

■

Windshield wiper linked headlight illumination

When driving during daytime with the headlight switch turned to 

, if the

windshield  wipers  are  used,  the  headlights  will  turn  on  automatically  after
several seconds to help enhance the visibility of your vehicle.

The sensor may not function properly if an
object is placed on the sensor, or anything
that  blocks  the  sensor  is  affixed  to  the
windshield. 
Doing  so  interferes  with  the  sensor
detecting  the  level  of  ambient  light  and
may  cause  the  automatic  headlight  sys-
tem to malfunction. 

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12-volt battery-saving function

In the following conditions, the remaining lights will go off automatically after
20 minutes in order to prevent the 12-volt battery from being discharged:

●

The headlights and/or tail lights are on.

●

The power switch is in ACCESSORY mode or turned off. 

This function will be canceled in any of the following situations:

●

When the power switch is turned to ON mode.

●

When the light switch is operated.

●

When a door or the trunk is opened or closed.

■

Welcome lighting

If the headlight switch is turned to 

 and the surrounding area is dark,

unlocking  the  doors  using  the  smart  key  system  or  wireless  remote  control
will turn the parking lights and tail lights on automatically.

■

Customization

Some functions can be customized. (



P. 524)

NOTICE

■

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is
off.

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Push  the  lever  away  from  you
with the headlight switch in the

 or 

 position.

Press  the  Automatic  High
Beam switch.

The Automatic  High  Beam  indica-
tor  will  come  on  when  the  system
is operating.

Automatic High Beam

The Automatic High Beam uses a camera sensor located behind
the upper portion of the windshield to assess the brightness of
the lights of vehicles ahead, streetlights, etc., and automatically
turns the high beams on or off as necessary.

WARNING

■

Limitations of the Automatic High Beam

Do not overly rely on the Automatic High Beam. Always drive safely, taking
care  to  observe  your  surroundings  and  turning  the  high  beams  on  or  off
manually if necessary.

■

To prevent incorrect operation of the Automatic High Beam system

Do not overload the vehicle.

Activating the Automatic High Beam

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Switching to the low beams

Pull the lever to its original posi-
tion.

The Automatic  High  Beam  indi-
cator will turn off.
Push the lever away from you to
activate  the  Automatic  High
Beam system again.

■

Switching to the high beams

Press  the  Automatic  High
Beam switch.

The Automatic  High  Beam  indi-
cator  will  turn  off  and  the  high
beam indicator will turn on.
Press  the switch to  activate the
Automatic  High  Beam  system
again.

Turning the high beams on/off manually

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Conditions to turn the high beams on/off automatically

●

When all of the following conditions are met, the high beams will be turned
on automatically (after approximately 1 second):
• The vehicle speed is approximately 21 mph (34 km/h) or more.
• The area ahead of the vehicle is dark.
• There are no vehicles ahead with headlights or tail lights turned on.
• There are few streetlights on the road ahead.

●

If any of the following conditions is met, the high beams will turn off automat-
ically:
• The vehicle speed is below approximately 17 mph (27 km/h).
• The area ahead of the vehicle is not dark.
• Vehicles ahead have their headlights or tail lights turned on.
• There are many streetlights on the road ahead.

■

Camera sensor detection information

●

The high beams may not be automatically turned off in the following situa-
tions:
• When a vehicle suddenly appears from around a curve
• When the vehicle is cut in front of by another vehicle
• When vehicles ahead cannot be detected due to repeated curves, road

dividers or roadside trees

• When vehicles ahead appear in a faraway lane on a wide road
• When the lights of vehicles ahead are not on

●

The high beams may be turned off if a vehicle ahead that is using fog lights
without its headlights turned on is detected.

●

House lights, street lights, traffic signals, and illuminated billboards or signs
and other reflective objects may cause the high beams to change to the low
beams, or the low beams to remain on.

●

The  following  factors  may  affect  the  amount  of  time  taken  for  the  high
beams to turn on or off:
• The  brightness  of  the  headlights,  fog  lights,  and  tail  lights  of  vehicles

ahead

• The movement and direction of vehicles ahead
• When a vehicle ahead only has operational lights on one side
• When a vehicle ahead is a two-wheeled vehicle
• The condition of the road (gradient, curve, condition of the road surface,

etc.)

• The number of passengers and amount of luggage in the vehicle

●

The high beams may turn on or off unexpectedly.

●

Bicycles or similar vehicles may not be detected.

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In the following situations the system may not be able to correctly detect the
surrounding brightness level. This may cause the low beams to remain on
or the high beams to flash or dazzle pedestrians or vehicles ahead. In such
a case, it is necessary to manually switch between the high and low beams.
• When driving in inclement weather (heavy rain, snow, fog, sandstorms,

etc.)

• When the windshield is obscured by fog, mist, ice, dirt, etc.
• When the windshield is cracked or damaged
• When the camera sensor is deformed or dirty
• When the temperature of the camera sensor is extremely high
• When the surrounding brightness level is equal to that of headlights, tail

lights or fog lights

• When  headlights  or  tail  lights  of  vehicles  ahead  are  turned  off,  dirty,

changing color, or not aimed properly

• When the vehicle is hit by water, snow, dust, etc. from a preceding vehi-

cle

• When driving through an area of intermittently changing brightness and

darkness

• When frequently and repeatedly driving ascending/descending roads, or

roads  with  rough,  bumpy  or  uneven  surfaces  (such  as  stone-paved
roads, gravel roads, etc.)

• When  frequently  and  repeatedly  taking  curves  or  driving  on  a  winding

road

• When there is a highly reflective object ahead of the vehicle, such as a

sign or mirror

• When the back of a preceding vehicle is highly reflective, such as a con-

tainer on a truck

• When  the  vehicle's  headlights  are  damaged  or  dirty,  or  are  not  aimed

properly

• When the vehicle is listing or titling due to a flat tire, a trailer being towed,

etc.

• When  the  headlights  are  changed  between  the  high  beams  and  low

beams repeatedly in an abnormal manner

• When the driver believes that the high beams may be flashing or dazzling

pedestrians or other drivers

■

Temporarily lowering sensor sensitivity

The sensitivity of the sensor can be temporarily lowered.

Turn the power switch off while the following conditions are met.
• The headlight switch is in 

.

• The headlight switch lever is in high beam position.
Turn the power switch to the ON mode.
Within 5 seconds after 

, repeat pulling the headlight switch lever to the

original position then pushing it to the high beam position quickly 9 times,
then leave the lever in high beam position.

Automatic  High  Beam  (headlights)  may  turn  on  even  when  the  vehicle  is
stopped.

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2

3

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Operating the 

 lever operates the wipers or washer as follows:

When  intermittent  windshield  wiper  operation  is  selected,  the  wiper
interval can be also adjusted.

Intermittent  windshield
wiper operation
The  intermittent  wind-
shield  wiper  operates
more frequently as vehi-
cle  speed  becomes
higher.
Low  speed  windshield
wiper operation
High  speed  windshield
wiper operation
Temporary operation

Wiper  intervals  can  be  adjusted  when  intermittent  operation  is
selected.

Increases the intermittent wind-
shield wiper frequency
Decreases 

the 

intermittent

windshield wiper frequency

Windshield wipers and washer

Operating the wiper lever

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2

3

4

5

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Washer/wiper dual oper-
ation

Pulling the lever operates the wip-
ers and washer.
Wipers will automatically operate a
couple  of  times  after  the  washer
squirts.
(After  operating  several  times,  the
wipers  operate  once  more  time
after a short delay to prevent drip-
ping.  However,  the  dripping  pre-
vention does not operate while the
vehicle is moving.)

■

The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when

The power switch is in ON mode.

■

If no windshield washer fluid sprays

Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.

■

When stopping the hybrid system in an emergency while driving

If the windshield wipers are operating when the hybrid system is stopped, the
windshield  wipers  will  operate  in  high  speed  operation. After  the  vehicle  is
stopped, operation will return to normal when the power switch is turned to
ON mode, or operation will stop when the driver’s door is opened.

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WARNING

■

Caution regarding the use of washer fluid

When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes
warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

NOTICE

■

When the windshield is dry

Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.

■

When the washer fluid tank is empty

Damage  to  the  washer  fluid  pump  may  be  caused  if  the  lever  is  pulled
toward you and held continually.

■

When a nozzle becomes blocked

In this case, contact your Toyota dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

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When the windshield wipers are not being used, they retract to below
the hood. To enable the windshield wipers to be lifted when parking in
cold conditions or when replacing a windshield wiper insert, change
the rest position of the windshield wipers to the service position using
the wiper lever.

■

Raising the wipers to the service position

Within  approximately  45  sec-
onds  of  turning  the  power
switch off, move the wiper lever
to the 

 position and hold

it  for  approximately  2  seconds
or more.

The wipers will move to the ser-
vice position.

■

Lifting the windshield wipers

While  holding  the  hook  portion
of  the  wiper  arm,  lift  the  wind-
shield  wiper  from  the  wind-
shield.

Changing  the  windshield  wiper  rest  position/Lifting  the  wind-
shield wipers

Hook portion

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Lowering the windshield wipers to the retracted position

With the windshield wipers placed on the windshield, turn the power switch to
ON mode and then move the wiper lever to an operating position. When the
wiper switch is turned off, the windshield wipers will stop at the retracted posi-
tion.

NOTICE

■

When lifting the windshield wipers

●

Do  not  lift  the  windshield  wipers  when  they  are  in  the  retracted  position
below the hood. Otherwise, they may contact the hood, possibly resulting
in damage to a windshield wiper and/or the hood.

●

Do not operate the wiper lever when the windshield wipers are lifted. Oth-
erwise, the windshield wipers may contact the hood, possibly resulting in
damage to the windshield wipers and/or hood.

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●

Close all the doors and windows, and turn the power switch off.

●

Confirm the type of fuel. (



P. 508)

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Fuel types



P. 502, 508

■

Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline

To  help  prevent  incorrect  fueling,  your  vehicle  has  a  fuel  tank  opening  that
only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.

■

If the malfunction indicator lamp illuminates

The malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate erroneously if refueling is per-
formed repeatedly when the fuel tank is nearly full.

Opening the fuel tank cap

The  fuel  tank  of  your  vehicle  has  a  special  structure,  which
requires a reduction in fuel tank pressure before refueling. After
the opener switch has been pressed, it will take several seconds
until the vehicle is ready for refueling.

Before refueling the vehicle

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When refueling the vehicle

Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle. Failure to do
so may result in death or serious injury.

●

After  exiting  the  vehicle  and  before  opening  the  fuel  door,  touch  an
unpainted metal surface to discharge any static electricity. It is important to
discharge static electricity before refueling because sparks resulting from
static electricity can cause fuel vapors to ignite while refueling.

●

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 the filler neck and cause injury.

●

Do  not  allow  anyone  that  has  not  discharged  static  electricity  from  their
body to come close to an open fuel tank.

●

Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled.

●

Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.

●

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.

■

When refueling

Observe the following precautions to prevent fuel overflowing from the fuel
tank:

●

Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck.

●

Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off.

●

Do not top off the fuel tank.

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NOTICE

■

Refueling

●

Finish  refueling  within  30  minutes.  If  more  than  30  minutes  passes,  the
internal valve closes. In this condition, fuel may overflow during the refuel-
ing process.
Press the fuel filler door opener switch again.

●

Do not spill fuel during refueling. 
Doing so may damage the vehicle, such as causing the emission control
system to operate abnormally or damaging fuel system components or the
vehicle’s painted surface.

●

When refueling your vehicle, make sure
that  the  fuel  filler  door  lock  is  not
pushed by the fuel nozzle boot, etc., as
this may cause a valve to close, possi-
bly resulting in a fuel spill.
If  the  fuel  filler  door  lock  has  been
pushed,  operate  the  fuel  filler  door
opener switch in the vehicle before con-
tinuing to refuel.

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Press  the  opener  to  open  the
fuel filler door.
The  fuel  filler  door  will  open
within about 10 seconds of the
switch being pressed.
Before  refueling  is  possible,  a
message  will  be  shown  on  the
multi-information  display  in  the
instrument  cluster  to  indicate
the  progress  of  the  fuel  filler
door opener.
Turn the fuel tank cap slowly to
remove  it  and  hang  it  on  the
back of the fuel filler door.

After  refueling,  turn  the  fuel  tank
cap  until  you  hear  a  click.  Once
the  cap  is  released,  it  will  turn
slightly in the opposite direction.

Opening the fuel tank cap

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Closing the fuel tank cap

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■

If the fuel filler door cannot be opened

●

Remove  the  cover  inside  the  trunk  and
pull the lever.

●

Using  the  lever  to  open  the  fuel  filler
door  may  not  allow  for  an  adequate
reduction  in  fuel  tank  pressure  before
refueling.  To  prevent  fuel  from  spilling
out, turn the cap slowly when removing
it.
During refueling, fuel may spill out from
the  filler  opening  due  to  air  being  dis-
charged from inside the fuel tank. There-
fore, fill the fuel tank carefully and slowly.

WARNING

■

When replacing the fuel tank 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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◆

PCS (Pre-Collision System)



P. 242

◆

LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)



P. 253

◆

Automatic High Beam



P. 222

◆

Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range



P. 264

Toyota Safety Sense P

The Toyota Safety Sense P consists of the following drive assist
systems and contributes to a safe and comfortable driving expe-
rience:

WARNING

■

Toyota Safety Sense P

The Toyota  Safety  Sense  P  is  designed  to operate  under  the  assumption
that the driver will drive safely, and is designed to help reduce the impact to
the occupants and the vehicle in the case of a collision or assist the driver in
normal driving conditions. 
As there is a limit to the degree of recognition accuracy and control perfor-
mance that this system can provide, do not overly rely on this system. The
driver is always responsible for paying attention to the vehicle's surround-
ings and driving safely.

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The  pre-collision  system  is  equipped  with  a  sophisticated  computer
that will record certain data, such as:

• Accelerator status
• Brake status
• Vehicle speed
• Operation status of the pre-collision system functions
• Information (such as the distance and relative speed between your

vehicle and the vehicle ahead or other objects)

• Images from the camera sensor (available only when the pre-colli-

sion braking function or the pre-collision brake assist function was
operating)

The  pre-collision  system  does  not  record  conversations,  sounds  or
images of the inside of the vehicle.

●

Data usage
Toyota  may  use  the  data  recorded  in  this  computer  to  diagnose
malfunctions,  conduct  research  and  development,  and  improve
quality.
Toyota will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except:

• With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the

lessee if the vehicle is leased

• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a

government agency

• For use by Toyota in a lawsuit
• For  research  purposes  where  the  data  is  not  tied  to  a  specific

vehicle or vehicle owner

●

Recorded images can be erased using a specialized device.
The image recording function can be disabled. However, if the func-
tion is disabled, data from when the pre-collision system operates
will not be available.

Vehicle data recording

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Two types of sensors, located behind the front grille and windshield,
detect information necessary to operate the drive assist systems.

Radar sensor
Camera sensor

Sensors

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WARNING

■

To avoid malfunction of the radar sensor

Observe the following precautions.
Otherwise, the radar sensor may not operate properly, possibly leading to
an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

●

Keep the radar sensor and front grille emblem clean at all times.

●

Do  not  attach  accessories,  stickers  (including  transparent  stickers)  or
other items to the radar sensor, front grille emblem or surrounding area.

●

Do not subject the radar sensor or surrounding area to a strong impact. 
If  the  radar  sensor, front grille, or  front  bumper has  been  subjected to  a
strong impact, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

●

Do not disassemble the radar sensor.

●

Do not modify or paint the radar sensor, front grille emblem or surrounding
area.

●

If the radar sensor, front grille, or front bumper needs to be removed and
installed, or replaced, contact your Toyota dealer.

Radar sensor
Front grille emblem

If  the  front  of  the  radar  sensor  or  the
front or back of the front grille emblem
is dirty or covered with water droplets,
snow, etc., clean it.
Clean the radar sensor and front grille
emblem with a soft cloth so you do not
mark or damage them.

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■

To avoid malfunction of the camera sensor

Observe the following precautions.
Otherwise, the camera sensor may not operate properly, possibly leading to
an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

●

Keep the windshield clean at all times.
• If  the  windshield  is  dirty  or  covered  with  an  oily  film,  water  droplets,

snow, etc., clear the windshield.

• If a glass coating agent is applied to the windshield, it will still be neces-

sary to use the windshield wipers to remove water droplets, etc. from
the area of the windshield in front of the camera sensor.

• If the inner side of the windshield where the camera sensor is installed

is dirty, contact your Toyota dealer.

●

If the part of the windshield in front of the camera sensor is fogged up or
covered with condensation or ice, use the windshield defogger to remove
the fog, condensation or ice. (



P. 343)

●

If water droplets cannot be properly removed from the area of the wind-
shield in front of the camera sensor by the windshield wipers, replace the
wiper insert or wiper blade.
If the wiper inserts or wiper blades need to be replaced, contact your Toy-
ota dealer.

●

Do not attach window tinting to the windshield.

●

Replace the windshield if it is damaged or cracked. 
If the windshield needs to be replaced, contact your Toyota dealer.

●

Do not get the camera sensor wet.

●

Do not allow bright lights to shine into the camera sensor.

●

Do not dirty or damage the camera sensor. 
When cleaning the inside of the windshield, do not allow glass cleaner to
contact the lens. Also, do not touch the lens. 
If the lens is dirty or damaged, contact your Toyota dealer.

●

Do not attach objects, such as stickers,
transparent stickers, and so forth, to the
outer  side  of  the  windshield  in  front  of
the camera sensor (shaded area in the
illustration). 
A:  From  the  top  of  the  windshield  to
approximately  0.4  in.  (1  cm)  below  the
bottom of the camera sensor 
B:  Approximately  7.9  in.  (20  cm)
(Approximately  4.0  in.  [10  cm]  to  the
right and left from the center of the cam-
era sensor)

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WARNING

●

Do not subject the camera sensor to a strong impact.

●

Do not change the installation position or direction of the camera sensor or
remove it.

●

Do not disassemble the camera sensor.

●

Do not modify any components of the vehicle around the camera sensor
(inside rear view mirror, etc.) or ceiling.

●

Do not attach any accessories that may obstruct the camera sensor to the
hood, front grille or front bumper. Contact your Toyota dealer for details.

●

If a surfboard or other long object is to be mounted on the roof, make sure
that it will not obstruct the camera sensor.

●

Do not modify the headlights or other lights.

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◆

Pre-collision warning

When  the  system  determines
that  the  possibility  of  a  frontal
collision  is  high,  a  buzzer  will
sound and a warning message
will  be  displayed  on  the  multi-
information  display  to  urge  the
driver to take evasive action.

◆

Pre-collision brake assist

When  the  system  determines  that  the  possibility  of  a  frontal  colli-
sion is high, the system applies greater braking force in relation to
how strongly the brake pedal is depressed.

◆

Pre-collision braking

When  the  system  determines  that  the  possibility  of  a  frontal  colli-
sion is high, the system warns the driver. If the system determines
that the possibility of a frontal collision is extremely high, the brakes
are automatically applied to help avoid the collision or reduce the
collision speed.

PCS (Pre-Collision System)

The pre-collision system uses a radar sensor and camera sen-
sor to detect vehicles and pedestrians in front of your vehicle.
When the system determines that the possibility of a frontal col-
lision with a vehicle or pedestrian is high, a warning operates to
urge  the  driver  to  take  evasive  action  and  the  potential  brake
pressure is increased to help the driver avoid the collision. If the
system determines that the possibility of a frontal collision with
a  vehicle  or  pedestrian  is  extremely  high,  the  brakes  are  auto-
matically applied to help avoid the collision or help reduce the
impact of the collision.

The pre-collision system can be disabled/enabled and the warning
timing can be changed. (



P. 245)

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Limitations of the pre-collision system

●

The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking
care to observe your surroundings. 
Do not use the pre-collision system instead of normal braking operations
under any circumstances. This system will not prevent collisions or lessen
collision damage or injury in every situation. Do not overly rely on this sys-
tem. Failure to do so may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious
injury.

●

Although this system is designed to help avoid a collision or help reduce
the impact of the collision, its effectiveness may change according to vari-
ous conditions, therefore the system may not always be able to achieve
the same level of performance. 
Read the following conditions carefully. Do not overly rely on this system
and always drive carefully.
• Conditions under which the system may operate even if there is no pos-

sibility of a collision: 



P. 247

• Conditions under which the system may not operate properly: 



P. 249

●

Do not attempt to test the operation of the pre-collision system yourself.
Depending  on  the  objects  used  for  testing  (dummies,  cardboard  objects
imitating  detectable  objects,  etc.),  the  system  may  not  operate  properly,
possibly leading to an accident.

■

Pre-collision braking

●

When  the  pre-collision  braking  function  is  operating,  a  large  amount  of
braking force will be applied.

●

If the vehicle is stopped by the operation of the pre-collision braking func-
tion,  the  pre-collision  braking  function  operation  will  be  canceled  after
approximately 2 seconds. Depress the brake pedal as necessary.

●

The pre-collision braking function may not operate if certain operations are
performed  by  the  driver.  If  the  accelerator  pedal  is  being  depressed
strongly or the steering wheel is being turned, the system may determine
that the driver is taking evasive action and possibly prevent the pre-colli-
sion braking function from operating.

●

In  some  situations,  while  the  pre-collision  braking  function  is  operating,
operation  of  the  function  may  be  canceled  if  the  accelerator  pedal  is
depressed strongly or the steering wheel is turned and the system deter-
mines that the driver is taking evasive action.

●

If the brake pedal is being depressed, the system may determine that the
driver is taking evasive action and possibly delay the operation timing of
the pre-collision braking function.

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WARNING

■

When to disable the pre-collision system

In the following situations, disable the system, as it may not operate prop-
erly, possibly leading to an accident resulting in death or serious injury:

●

When the vehicle is being towed

●

When your vehicle is towing another vehicle

●

When  transporting  the  vehicle  via  truck,  boat,  train  or  similar  means  of
transportation

●

When the vehicle is raised on a lift with the hybrid system on and the tires
are allowed to rotate freely

●

When inspecting the vehicle using a drum tester such as a chassis dyna-
mometer or speedometer tester, or when using an on vehicle wheel bal-
ancer

●

When a strong impact is applied to the front bumper or front grille, due to
an accident or other reasons

●

If the vehicle cannot be driven in a stable manner, such as when the vehi-
cle has been in an accident or is malfunctioning

●

When the vehicle is driven in a sporty manner or off-road

●

When the tires are not properly inflated

●

When the tires are very worn

●

When tires of a size other than specified are installed

●

When tire chains are installed

●

When a compact spare tire or an emergency tire puncture repair kit is used

●

If equipment (snow plow, etc.) that may obstruct the radar sensor or cam-
era sensor is temporarily installed to the vehicle

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Enabling/disabling the pre-collision system

The pre-collision system can be enabled/disabled on 

 (



P. 111)

of the multi-information display.

The  system  is  automatically  enabled  each  time  the  power  switch  is
turned to ON mode.

If  the  system  is  disabled,  the
PCS  warning  light  will  turn  on
and  a  message  will  be  dis-
played  on  the  multi-information
display.

■

Changing the pre-collision warning timing

The pre-collision warning timing can be changed on 

 (



P. 111)

of the multi-information display.

The operation timing setting is retained when the power switch is turned
off.

Far

The  warning  will  begin  to  oper-
ate  earlier  than  with  the  default
timing.

Middle

This is the default setting.

Near

The  warning  will  begin  to  oper-
ate  later  than  with  the  default
timing.

Changing settings of the pre-collision system

1

2

3

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Operational conditions

The pre-collision system is enabled and the system determines that the pos-
sibility of a frontal collision with a vehicle or pedestrian is high.
Each function is operational at the following speeds:

●

Pre-collision warning:
• Vehicle  speed  is  between  approximately  7  and  110  mph  (10  and  180

km/h).  (For  detecting  a  pedestrian,  vehicle  speed  is  between  approxi-
mately 7 and 50 mph [10 and 80 km/h].)

• The  relative  speed  between  your  vehicle  and  the  vehicle  or  pedestrian

ahead is approximately 7 mph (10 km/h) or more.

●

Pre-collision brake assist: 
• Vehicle  speed  is  between  approximately  20  and  110  mph  (30  and  180

km/h).  (For  detecting  a  pedestrian,  vehicle  speed  is  between  approxi-
mately 20 and 50 mph [30 and 80 km/h].)

• The  relative  speed  between  your  vehicle  and  the  vehicle  or  pedestrian

ahead is approximately 20 mph (30 km/h) or more.

●

Pre-collision braking:
• Vehicle  speed  is  between  approximately  7  and  110  mph  (10  and  180

km/h).  (For  detecting  a  pedestrian,  vehicle  speed  is  between  approxi-
mately 7 and 50 mph [10 and 80 km/h].)

• The  relative  speed  between  your  vehicle  and  the  vehicle  or  pedestrian

ahead is approximately 7 mph (10 km/h) or more.

The system may not operate in the following situations:

●

If  a  12-volt  battery  terminal  has  been  disconnected  and  reconnected  and
then the vehicle has not been driven for a certain amount of time

●

If the shift lever is in R

●

If  VSC  is  disabled  (only  the  pre-collision  warning  function  will  be  opera-
tional)

■

Pedestrian detection function

■

Cancelation of the pre-collision braking

If either of the following occur while the pre-collision braking function is oper-
ating, it will be canceled:

●

The accelerator pedal is depressed strongly.

●

The steering wheel is turned sharply or abruptly.

The pre-collision system detects pedestri-
ans based on the size, profile, and motion
of  a  detected  object.  However,  a  pedes-
trian  may  not  be  detected  depending  on
the  surrounding  brightness  and  the
motion,  posture,  and  angle  of  the
detected  object,  preventing  the  system
from operating properly. (



P. 251)

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Conditions under which the system may operate even if there is no pos-
sibility of a collision

●

In  some  situations  such  as  the  following,  the  system  may  determine  that
there is a possibility of a frontal collision and operate.
• When passing a vehicle or pedestrian
• When changing lanes while overtaking a preceding vehicle
• When overtaking a preceding vehicle that is changing lanes

• When rapidly closing on a vehicle ahead
• If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered, such as when the road sur-

face is uneven or undulating

• When  approaching  objects  on  the  roadside,  such  as  guardrails,  utility

poles, trees, or walls

• When driving on a narrow path surrounded by a structure, such as in a

tunnel or on an iron bridge

• When overtaking a preceding vehicle

that is making a left/right turn

• When passing a vehicle in an oncom-

ing  lane  that  is  stopped  to  make  a
right/left turn

• When driving on a road where relative

location  to  vehicle  ahead  in  an  adja-
cent lane may change, such as on a
winding road

• When  there  is  a  vehicle,  pedestrian,

or  object  by  the  roadside  at  the
entrance of a curve

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• When there is a metal object (manhole cover, steel plate, etc.), steps, or a

protrusion on the road surface or roadside

• When rapidly closing on an electric toll gate barrier, parking area barrier,

or other barrier that opens and closes

• When using an automatic car wash

• When the vehicle is hit by water, snow, dust, etc. from a vehicle ahead
• When driving through steam or smoke
• When there are patterns or paint on the road or a wall that may be mis-

taken for a vehicle or pedestrian

• When  driving  near  an  object  that  reflects  radio  waves,  such  as  a  large

truck or guardrail

• When driving near a TV tower, broadcasting station, electric power plant,

or  other  location  where  strong  radio  waves  or  electrical  noise  may  be
present

• When 

a 

crossing 

pedestrian

approaches very close to the vehicle

• When passing through a place with a

low structure above the road (low ceil-
ing, traffic sign, etc.)

• When  passing  under  an  object  (bill-

board, etc.) at the top of an uphill road

• When  driving  through  or  under

objects  that  may  contact  the  vehicle,
such as thick grass, tree branches, or
a banner

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Situations in which the system may not operate properly

●

In some situations such as the following, a vehicle may not be detected by
the radar sensor and camera sensor, preventing the system from operating
properly:
• If an oncoming vehicle is approaching your vehicle
• If a vehicle ahead is a motorcycle or bicycle
• When approaching the side or front of a vehicle
• If a preceding vehicle has a small rear end, such as an unloaded truck

• If a vehicle ahead is carrying a load which protrudes past its rear bumper

• If a vehicle ahead is irregularly shaped, such as a tractor or side car
• If the sun or other light is shining directly on a vehicle ahead
• If a vehicle cuts in front of your vehicle or emerges from beside a vehicle
• If a vehicle ahead makes an abrupt maneuver (such as sudden swerving,

acceleration or deceleration)

• When suddenly cutting behind a preceding vehicle

• When  driving  in  inclement  weather  such  as  heavy  rain,  fog,  snow  or  a

sandstorm

• When the vehicle is hit by water, snow, dust, etc. from a vehicle ahead
• When driving through steam or smoke
• When driving in a place where the surrounding brightness changes sud-

denly, such as at the entrance or exit of a tunnel

• If a preceding vehicle has a low rear

end, such as a low bed trailer

• If a vehicle ahead has extremely high

ground clearance

• When  a  vehicle  ahead  is  not  directly

in front of your vehicle

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• When a very bright light, such as the sun or the headlights of oncoming

traffic, shines directly into the camera sensor

• When the surrounding area is dim, such as at dawn or dusk, or while at

night or in a tunnel

• After the hybrid system has started the vehicle has not been driven for a

certain amount of time

• While making a left/right turn and for a few seconds after making a left/

right turn

• While driving on a curve and for a few seconds after driving on a curve
• If your vehicle is skidding

• If the wheels are misaligned
• If a wiper blade is blocking the camera sensor
• The vehicle is wobbling.
• The vehicle is being driven at extremely high speeds.
• When driving on a hill 
• If the radar sensor or camera sensor is misaligned

●

In some situations such as the following, sufficient braking force may not be
obtained, preventing the system from performing properly:
• If the braking functions cannot operate to their full extent, such as when

the brake parts are extremely cold, extremely hot, or wet

• If the vehicle is not properly maintained (brakes or tires are excessively

worn, improper tire inflation pressure, etc.)

• When the vehicle is being driven on a gravel road or other slippery sur-

face

• If the front of  the vehicle  is  raised  or

lowered

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●

Some pedestrians such as the following may not be detected by the radar
sensor and camera sensor, preventing the system from operating properly:
• Pedestrians shorter than approximately 3.2 ft. (1 m) or taller than approx-

imately 6.5 ft. (2 m)

• Pedestrians wearing oversized clothing (a rain coat, long skirt, etc.), mak-

ing their silhouette obscure

• Pedestrians who are carrying large baggage, holding an umbrella, etc.,

hiding part of their body

• Pedestrians who are bending forward or squatting
• Pedestrians who are pushing a stroller, wheelchair, bicycle or other vehi-

cle

• Groups of pedestrians which are close together
• Pedestrians who are wearing white and look extremely bright
• Pedestrians in the dark, such as at night or while in a tunnel
• Pedestrians  whose  clothing  appears  to  be  nearly  the  same  color  or

brightness as their surroundings

• Pedestrians near walls, fences, guardrails, or large objects
• Pedestrians who are on a metal object (manhole cover, steel plate, etc.)

on the road

• Pedestrians who are walking fast
• Pedestrians who are changing speed abruptly
• Pedestrians running out from behind a vehicle or a large object
• Pedestrians who are extremely close to the side of the vehicle (outside

rear view mirror, etc.)

■

If the PCS warning light flashes or illuminates and a warning message is
displayed on the multi-information display

The pre-collision system may be temporarily unavailable or there may be a
malfunction in the system.

●

In  the  following  situations,  the  warning  light  will  turn  off,  the  message  will
disappear and the system will become operational when normal operating
conditions return:
• When the radar sensor or camera sensor or the area around either sen-

sor is hot, such as in the sun

• When the radar sensor or camera sensor or the area around either sen-

sor is cold, such as in an extremely cold environment

• When a front sensor is dirty or covered with snow, etc.
• When the part of the windshield in front of the camera sensor is fogged

up or covered with condensation or ice 
(Defogging the windshield: 



P. 343)

• If the camera sensor is obstructed, such as when the hood is open or a

sticker is attached to the windshield near the camera sensor

●

If  the  PCS  warning  light  continues  to  flash  or  remains  illuminated  or  the
warning message does not disappear even though the vehicle has returned
to normal, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer immediately.

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If VSC is disabled

●

If VSC is disabled (



P. 324), the pre-collision brake assist and pre-collision

braking functions are also disabled.

●

The PCS warning light will turn on and “VSC Turned Off Pre-Collision Brake
System Unavailable” will be displayed on the multi-information display.

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When driving on highways and freeways with white (yellow) lines, this
function alerts the driver when the vehicle might depart from its lane
and provides assistance by operating the steering wheel to keep the
vehicle in its lane.
The  LDA  system  recognizes  visi-
ble  white  (yellow)  lines  with  the
camera sensor on the upper por-
tion of the windshield.

LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering 

control)

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◆

Lane departure alert function

When  the  system  determines
that  the  vehicle  might  depart
from  its  lane,  a  warning  is  dis-
played  on  the  multi-information
display and the warning buzzer
sounds to alert the driver.

When  the  warning  buzzer
sounds,  check  the  surrounding
road  situation  and  carefully
operate  the  steering  wheel  to
move  the  vehicle  back  to  the
center of the lane.

Functions included in LDA system

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◆

Steering control function

When  the  system  determines
that  the  vehicle  might  depart
from  its  lane,  the  system  pro-
vides  assistance  as  necessary
by operating the steering wheel
in  small  amounts  for  a  short
period of time to keep the vehi-
cle in its lane.

If  the  system  detects  that  the
steering  wheel  has  not  been
operated  for  a  fixed  amount  of
time or the steering wheel is not
being  firmly  gripped,  a  warning
is  displayed  on  the  multi-infor-
mation  display  and  the  function
is temporarily canceled.

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Vehicle sway warning function

When the vehicle is swaying or
appears as if it may depart from
its  lane  multiple  times,  the
warning  buzzer  sounds  and  a
message  is  displayed  on  the
multi-information display to alert
the driver.

WARNING

■

Before using LDA system

Do not rely solely upon the LDA system. The LDA system does not auto-
matically drive the vehicle or reduce the amount of attention that must be
paid to the area in front of the vehicle. The driver must always assume full
responsibility for driving safely by paying careful attention to the surround-
ing  conditions and operating the steering wheel to  correct the  path  of  the
vehicle. Also, the driver must take adequate breaks when fatigued, such as
from driving for a long period of time. 
Failure to perform appropriate driving operations and pay careful attention
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

■

To avoid operating LDA system by mistake

When not using the LDA system, use the LDA switch to turn the system off.

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WARNING

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Situations unsuitable for LDA system

Do not use the LDA system in the following situations.
The system may not operate properly and lead to an accident, resulting in
death or serious injury.

●

A spare tire, tire chains, etc. are equipped.

●

When the tires have been excessively worn, or when the tire inflation pres-
sure is low.

●

Tires  which  differ  by  structure,  manufacturer,  brand  or  tread  pattern  are
used.

●

Objects  or  patterns  that  could  be  mistaken  for  white  (yellow)  lines  are
present on the side of the road (guardrails, curbs, reflective poles, etc.).

●

Vehicle is driven on a snow-covered road.

●

White (yellow) lines are difficult to see due to rain, snow, fog, dust, etc.

●

Asphalt  repair  marks,  white  (yellow)  line  marks,  etc.  are  present  due  to
road repair.

●

Vehicle is driven in a temporary lane or restricted lane due to construction
work.

●

Vehicle is driven on a road surface which is slippery due to rainy weather,
fallen snow, freezing, etc.

●

Vehicle is driven in traffic lanes other than on highways and freeways.

●

Vehicle is driven in a construction zone.

■

Preventing  LDA  system  malfunctions  and  operations  performed  by
mistake

●

Do not modify the headlights or place stickers, etc. on the surface of the
lights.

●

Do  not  modify  the  suspension  etc.  If  the  suspension  etc.  needs  to  be
replaced, contact your Toyota dealer.

●

Do not install or place anything on the hood or grille. Also, do not install a
grille guard (bull bars, kangaroo bar, etc.).

●

If your windshield needs repairs, contact your Toyota dealer.

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Press  the  LDA  switch  to  turn  the
LDA system on.

The  LDA  indicator  illuminates  and
a  message  is  displayed  on  the
multi-information display.
Press the LDA switch again to turn
the LDA system off.
When the LDA system is turned on
or off, operation of the LDA system
continues  in  the  same  condition
the  next  time  the  hybrid  system  is
started.

Turning LDA system on

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The illustration used is intended as an example, and may differ from
the image that is actually displayed on the multi-information display.

LDA indicator
The illumination condition of the
indicator  informs  the  driver  of
the system operation status.

Illuminated in white: 
LDA system is operating.
Illuminated in green: 
Steering  wheel  assistance  of  the
steering  control  function  is  operat-
ing.
Flashing in amber: 
Lane  departure  alert  function  is
operating.

Operation display of steering wheel operation support
Indicates  that  steering  wheel  assistance  of  the  steering  control
function is operating.
Lane departure alert function display
Displayed  when  the  multi-information  display  is  switched  to  the
driving assist system information screen.

Indications on multi-information display

1

2

3



Inside  of  displayed  white  lines
is white



Inside of displayed white lines
is black

Indicates that the system is recog-
nizing  white  (yellow)  lines.  When
the  vehicle  departs  from  its  lane,
the  white  line  displayed  on  the
side  the  vehicle  departs  from
flashes yellow.

Indicates  that  the  system  is  not
able  to  recognize  white  (yellow)
lines or is temporarily canceled.

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Operation conditions of each function

●

Lane departure alert function
This function operates when all of the following conditions are met.
• LDA is turned on.
• Vehicle speed is approximately 32 mph (50 km/h) or more.
• System recognizes white (yellow) lines.
• Width of traffic lane is approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) or more.
• Turn signal lever is not operated.
• Vehicle is driven on a straight road or around a gentle curve with a radius

of more than approximately 492 ft. (150 m).

• No system malfunctions are detected. (



P. 263)

●

Steering control function
This function operates when all of the following conditions are met in addi-
tion to the operation conditions for the lane departure alert function.
• Setting for “Steering Assist” in 

 of the multi-information display is set to

“On”. (



P. 111)

• Vehicle is not accelerated or decelerated by a certain amount or more.
• Steering  wheel  is  not  operated  with  a  steering  force  level  suitable  for

changing lanes.

• ABS, VSC, TRAC and PCS are not operating.
• TRAC or VSC is not turned off.
• Hands off steering wheel warning is not displayed. (

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P. 261)

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Vehicle sway warning function
This function operates when all of the following conditions are met.
• Setting for “Sway Warning” in 

 of the multi-information display is set to

“On”. (

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P. 111)

• Vehicle speed is approximately 32 mph (50 km/h) or more.
• Width of traffic lane is approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) or more.
• No system malfunctions are detected. (

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P. 263)

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Temporary cancellation of functions

When the operation conditions are no longer met, a function may be tempo-
rarily canceled. However, when the operation conditions are met again, oper-
ation of the function is automatically restored. (

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P. 260)

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Steering control function

Depending  on  the  vehicle  speed,  lane  departure  situation,  road  conditions,
etc., the driver may not feel the function is operating or the function may not
operate at all.

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Lane departure alert function

The warning buzzer may be difficult to hear due to external noise, audio play-
back, etc.

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Hands off steering wheel warning

If the driver continues to keep their hands off of the steering wheel, a warning
message and the symbol shown in the illustration are displayed on the multi-
information display, and the function is temporarily canceled.
This  warning  also  operates  in  the  same  way  when  the  driver  continuously
operates the steering wheel only a small amount. Always keep your hands on
the steering wheel when using this system, regardless of warnings.
Depending on the vehicle and road conditions, the warning may not operate.

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Vehicle sway warning function

Depending on the vehicle and road conditions, the warning may not operate.

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White (yellow) lines are only on one side of road

The  LDA  system  will  not  operate  for  the  side  on  which  white  (yellow)  lines
could not be recognized.

When  the  system  determines  that  the
driver has removed their hands from the
steering wheel while the steering control
function is operating, a warning message
urging  the  driver  to  hold  the  steering
wheel and the symbol shown in the illus-
tration  are  displayed  on  the  multi-infor-
mation display.

When  the  system  determines  that  the
vehicle is swaying while the vehicle sway
warning  function  is  operating,  a  buzzer
sounds  and  a  warning  message  urging
the driver to rest and  the  symbol shown
in the illustration are simultaneously dis-
played on the multi-information display.