Toyota Sequoia (2020 year). Manual in english - part 5

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LDA indicator

The  illumination  condition  of  the
indicator  informs  the  driver  of  the
system operation status.
Illuminated in green:
LDA system is operating.
Flashing in yellow: 
Lane  departure  alert  function  is
operating.

Lane  departure  alert  function
display

Displayed  when  the  multi-informa-
tion display is switched to the driv-
ing  assist  system  information
screen.

Indications on multi-information display



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 orange.

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

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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. 275)

●

Vehicle sway warning function
This function operates when all of the following conditions are met.

• Setting for “

 

Warning” in 

 screen of the multi-information display is

set to on. (



P. 547)

• 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. (



P. 275)

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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. (



P. 273)

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Lane departure alert function

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

■

Vehicle sway warning function

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

■

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
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.

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Conditions in which functions may not operate properly

In the following situations, the camera sensor may not detect white (yellow)
lines and various functions may not operate normally.

●

There  are  shadows  on  the  road  that  run  parallel  with,  or  cover,  the  white
(yellow) lines.

●

The vehicle is driven in an area without white (yellow) lines, such as in front
of a tollgate or checkpoint, or at an intersection, etc.

●

The  white  (yellow)  lines  are  cracked,  “Botts’  dots”,  “Raised  pavement
marker” or stones are present.

●

The white (yellow) lines cannot be seen or are difficult to see due to sand,
etc.

●

The vehicle is driven on a road surface that is wet due to rain, puddles, etc.

●

The  traffic lines are yellow (which may be more difficult to  recognize  than
lines that are white).

●

The white (yellow) lines cross over a curb, etc.

●

The vehicle is driven on a bright surface, such as concrete.

●

The vehicle is driven on a surface that is bright due to reflected light, etc.

●

The  vehicle  is  driven  in  an  area  where  the  brightness  changes  suddenly,
such as at the entrances and exits of tunnels, etc.

●

Light from the headlights of an oncoming vehicle, the sun, etc., enters the
camera.

●

The vehicle is driven where the road diverges, merges, etc.

●

The vehicle is driven on a slope.

●

The vehicle is driven on a road which tilts left or right, or a winding road.

●

The vehicle is driven on an unpaved or rough road.

●

The vehicle is driven around a sharp curve.

●

The traffic lane is excessively narrow or wide.

●

The  vehicle  is  extremely  tilted  due  to  carrying  heavy  luggage  or  having
improper tire pressure.

●

The distance to the preceding vehicle is extremely short.

●

The vehicle is moving up and down a large amount due to road conditions
during driving (poor roads or road seams).

●

The headlight lenses are dirty and emit a faint amount of light at night, or the
beam axis has deviated.

●

The vehicle has just changed lanes or crossed an intersection.

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Warning message

Warning messages are used to indicate a system malfunction or to inform the
driver of the need for caution while driving. (



P. 477)

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Customization

The following settings can be changed.

For how to change settings, refer to P. 544

Function

Setting details

Lane departure alert function

Adjust alert sensitivity

Vehicle sway warning function

Turn function on and off

Adjust alert sensitivity

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Dynamic radar cruise control

In vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the vehicle automatically
accelerates and decelerates to match the speed changes of the pre-
ceding vehicle even if the accelerator pedal is not depressed. In con-
stant speed control mode, the vehicle runs at a fixed speed.
Use the dynamic radar cruise control on freeways and highways.

●

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode (



P. 279)

●

Constant speed control mode (



P. 285)

Vehicle-to-vehicle 

distance

switch
Display
Indicators
Set speed
Cruise control switch

Summary of functions

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WARNING

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Before using dynamic radar cruise control

●

Driving safely is the sole responsibility of the driver. Do not rely solely on
the system, and drive safely by always paying careful attention to your sur-
roundings.

●

The dynamic radar cruise control provides driving assistance to reduce the
driver’s burden. However, there are limitations to the assistance provided.
Read the following conditions carefully. Do not overly rely on this system
and always drive carefully.
• When the sensor may not be correctly detecting the vehicle ahead:

→P. 287

• Conditions  under  which  the  vehicle-to-vehicle  distance  control  mode

may not function correctly: →P. 289

●

Set the speed appropriately depending on the speed limit, traffic flow, road
conditions, weather conditions, etc. The driver is responsible for checking
the set speed.

●

Even when the system is functioning normally, the condition of the preced-
ing  vehicle  as  detected  by  the  system  may  differ  from  the  condition
observed  by  the  driver.  Therefore,  the  driver  must  always  remain  alert,
assess the danger of each situation and drive safely. Relying on this sys-
tem or assuming the system ensures safety while driving can lead to an
accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

●

Switch  the  dynamic  radar  cruise  control  off  using  the  “ON-OFF”  button
when not in use.

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Cautions regarding the driving assist systems

Observe the following precautions, as there are limitations to the assistance
provided by the system.
Failure to do so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

●

Assisting the driver to measure following distance
The  dynamic  radar  cruise  control  is  only  intended  to  help  the  driver  in
determining the following distance between the driver’s own vehicle and a
designated vehicle traveling ahead. It is not a mechanism that allows care-
less or inattentive driving, and it is not a system that can assist the driver in
low-visibility conditions. It is still necessary for driver to pay close attention
to the vehicle’s surroundings.

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WARNING

●

Assisting the driver to judge proper following distance
The  dynamic  radar  cruise  control  determines  whether  the  following  dis-
tance between the driver’s own vehicle and a designated vehicle traveling
ahead is within a set range. It is not capable of making any other type of
judgement. Therefore,  it  is  absolutely  necessary  for  the  driver  to  remain
vigilant and to determine whether or not there is a possibility of danger in
any given situation.

●

Assisting the driver to operate the vehicle 
The dynamic radar cruise control has limited capability to prevent or avoid
a  collision  with a  vehicle  traveling  ahead. Therefore,  if  there  is  ever  any
danger,  the  driver  must  take  immediate  and  direct  control  of  the  vehicle
and act appropriately in order to ensure the safety of all involved.

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Situations unsuitable for dynamic radar cruise control

Do not use dynamic radar cruise control in any of the following situations. 
Doing so may result in inappropriate speed control and could cause an acci-
dent resulting in death or serious injury.

●

Roads where there are pedestrians, cyclists, etc.

●

In heavy traffic

●

On roads with sharp bends

●

On winding roads

●

On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow

●

On steep downhills, or where there are sudden changes between sharp up
and down gradients 
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.

●

At entrances to freeways and highways

●

When weather conditions are bad enough that they may prevent the sen-
sors from detecting correctly (fog, snow, sandstorm, heavy rain, etc.)

●

When there is rain, snow, etc., on the front surface of the radar sensor or
camera sensor

●

In traffic conditions that require frequent repeated acceleration and decel-
eration

●

When your vehicle is towing a trailer or during emergency towing

●

When an approach warning buzzer is heard often

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This mode employs a radar sensor to detect the presence of vehicles
up  to  approximately  328  ft.  (100  m)  ahead,  determines  the  current
vehicle-to-vehicle following distance, and operates to maintain a suit-
able following distance from the vehicle ahead.

Note  that  vehicle-to-vehicle  distance  will  close  in  when  traveling  on  long
downhill slopes.

Driving in vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode

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Example of constant speed cruising
When there are no vehicles ahead

The vehicle travels at the speed set by the driver. The desired vehicle-to-
vehicle  distance  can  also  be  set  by  operating  the  vehicle-to-vehicle  dis-
tance switch.

Example of deceleration cruising and follow-up cruising
When  a  preceding  vehicle  driving  slower  than  the  set  speed
appears

When a vehicle is detected running ahead of you, the system automatically
decelerates  your  vehicle.  When  a  greater  reduction  in  vehicle  speed  is
necessary, the system applies the brakes (the stop lights will come on at
this time). The system will respond to changes in the speed of the vehicle
ahead in order to maintain the vehicle-to-vehicle distance set by the driver.
Approach  warning  warns  you  when  the  system  cannot  decelerate  suffi-
ciently to prevent your vehicle from closing in on the vehicle ahead.

Example of acceleration 
When  there  are  no  longer  any  preceding  vehicles  driving  slower
than the set speed

The system accelerates until the set speed is reached. The system then
returns to constant speed cruising.

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Press  the  “ON-OFF”  button  to
activate the cruise control.

Radar  cruise  control  indicator  will
come  on  and  a  message  will  be
displayed  on  the  multi-information
display.
Press  the  button  again  to  deacti-
vate the cruise control.
If  the  “ON-OFF”  button  is  pressed
and held for 1.5 seconds or more,
the  system  turns  on  in  constant
speed control mode. (



P. 285)

Accelerate  or  decelerate,  with
accelerator  pedal  operation,  to
the desired vehicle speed (at or
above  approximately  30  mph
[50  km/h])  and  push  the  lever
down to set the speed.

Cruise  control  “SET”  indicator  will
come on.
The  vehicle  speed  at  the  moment
the  lever  is  released  becomes  the
set speed.

Setting  the  vehicle  speed  (vehicle-to-vehicle  distance  control
mode)

1

2

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To change the set speed, operate the lever until the desired set speed
is displayed.

Increases the speed
Decreases the speed

Fine  adjustment:  Momentarily
move  the  lever  in  the  desired
direction.
Large  adjustment:  Hold  the  lever
up or down to change the speed,
and  release  when  the  desired
speed is reached.
In the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the set speed will be
increased or decreased as follows:



For the U.S. mainland, Hawaii

Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 km/h)

*

1

 or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)

*

2

 each time

the lever is operated
Large adjustment: Increases or decreases in 1 mph (1.6 km/h)

*

1

 or 1 km/h

(0.6 mph)

*

2

 increments for as long as the lever is held



For Canada, Guam, Saipan, A. Samoa and Puerto Rico

Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 km/h)

*

1

 or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)

*

2

 each time

the lever is operated
Large adjustment: Increases or decreases in 5 mph (8 km/h)

*

1

 or 5 km/h

(3.1 mph)

*

2

 increments for as long as the lever is held

In the constant speed control mode (



P. 285), the set speed will be

increased or decreased as follows:

Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 km/h)

*

1

 or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)

*

2

 each time

the lever is operated
Large  adjustment:  The  speed  will  continue  to  change  while  the  lever  is
held.

*

1

: When the set speed is shown in “MPH”

*

2

: When the set speed is shown in “km/h”

Adjusting the set speed

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Pressing  the  switch  changes  the
vehicle-to-vehicle  distance  as  fol-
lows:

Long
Medium
Short

The  vehicle-to-vehicle  distance  is
set  automatically  to  long  mode
when the engine switch is turned to
ON.
If  a  vehicle  is  running  ahead  of
you,  the  preceding  vehicle  mark
will also be displayed.

Select a distance from the table below. Note that the distances shown
correspond to a vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Vehicle-to-vehicle
distance increases/decreases in accordance with vehicle speed.

Changing the vehicle-to-vehicle distance (vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance control mode)

Preceding vehicle mark

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance settings (vehicle-to-vehicle distance
control mode)

Distance options

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance

Long

Approximately 160 ft. (50 m)

Medium

Approximately 130 ft. (40 m)

Short

Approximately 100 ft. (30 m)

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Pulling  the  lever  toward  you
cancels the speed control.

The speed control is also canceled
when 

the 

brake 

pedal 

is

depressed.

Pushing  the  lever  up  resumes
the  cruise  control  and  returns
vehicle speed to the set speed.

However,  cruise  control  does  not  resume  when  the  vehicle  speed  is
approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) or less.

When your vehicle is too close to
a  vehicle  ahead,  and  sufficient
automatic  deceleration  via  the
cruise  control  is  not  possible,  the
display  will  flash  and  the  buzzer
will  sound  to  alert  the  driver.  An
example  of  this  would  be  if
another driver cuts in front of you
while you are following a vehicle.
Depress  the  brake  pedal  to
ensure  an  appropriate  vehicle-to-
vehicle distance.

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Warnings may not occur when

In the following instances, warnings may not occur even when the
vehicle-to-vehicle distance is small.

●

When  the  speed  of  the  preceding  vehicle  matches  or  exceeds
your vehicle speed

●

When  the  preceding  vehicle  is  traveling  at  an  extremely  slow
speed

●

Immediately after the cruise control speed was set

●

When depressing the accelerator pedal

Canceling and resuming the speed control

Approach warning (vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode)

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When constant speed control mode is selected, your vehicle will main-
tain  a  set  speed  without  controlling  the  vehicle-to-vehicle  distance.
Select this mode only when vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
does not function correctly due to a dirty radar sensor, etc.

With  the  cruise  control  off,
press  and  hold  the  “ON-OFF”
button for 1.5 seconds or more.

Immediately  after  the  “ON-OFF”
button is pressed, the radar cruise
control  indicator  will  come  on.
Afterwards, it switches to the cruise
control indicator.
Switching  to  constant  speed  con-
trol  mode  is  only  possible  when
operating  the  lever  with  the  cruise
control off.

Accelerate  or  decelerate,  with
accelerator  pedal  operation,  to
the desired vehicle speed (at or
above  approximately  30  mph
[50  km/h])  and  push  the  lever
down to set the speed.

Cruise  control  “SET”  indicator  will
come on.
The  vehicle  speed  at  the  moment
the  lever  is  released  becomes  the
set speed.
Adjusting the speed setting: 



P. 282

Canceling and resuming the speed setting: 



P. 284

Selecting constant speed control mode

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2

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Dynamic radar cruise control can be set when

●

The shift lever is in D or range 4 or higher of S has been selected.

●

Vehicle speed is at or above approximately 30 mph (50 km/h).

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Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed

The vehicle can accelerate by operating the accelerator pedal. After acceler-
ating,  the  set  speed  resumes.  However,  during  vehicle-to-vehicle  distance
control mode, the vehicle speed may decrease below the set speed in order
to maintain the distance to the preceding vehicle.

■

Automatic cancelation of vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode is automatically canceled in the fol-
lowing situations:

●

Actual vehicle speed falls at or below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).

●

VSC is activated.

●

TRAC is activated for a period of time.

●

When the VSC or TRAC system is turned off.

●

The sensor cannot detect correctly because it is covered in some way.

●

Pre-collision braking is activated.

●

The operation cannot be switched for 5 seconds or more after operating the
four-wheel drive control or the center differential lock switch. (4WD models)

If vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode is automatically canceled for any
other reason, there may be a malfunction in the system. Contact your Toyota
dealer.

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Automatic cancelation of constant speed control mode

Constant speed control mode is automatically canceled in the following situa-
tions:

●

Actual vehicle speed is more than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h) below
the set vehicle speed.

●

Actual vehicle speed falls below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).

●

VSC is activated.

●

TRAC is activated for a period of time.

●

When the VSC or TRAC system is turned off.

●

Pre-collision braking is activated.

●

The operation cannot be switched for 5 seconds or more after operating the
four-wheel drive control or the center differential lock switch. (4WD models)

If constant speed control mode is automatically canceled for any other rea-
son, there may be a malfunction in the system. Contact your Toyota dealer.

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Brake system operation sound

If the brakes are applied automatically while the vehicle is in vehicle-to-vehi-
cle  distance  control  mode,  a  brake  system  operation  sound  may  be  heard.
This does not indicate a malfunction.

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Warning messages and buzzers for dynamic radar cruise control

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

■

When the sensor may not be correctly detecting the vehicle ahead

In  the  case  of  the  following  and  depending  on  the  conditions,  operate  the
brake  pedal  when  deceleration  of  the  system  is  insufficient  or  operate  the
accelerator pedal when acceleration is required.
As the sensor may not be able to correctly detect these types of vehicles, the
approach warning (

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●

Vehicles that cut in suddenly

●

Vehicles traveling at low speeds

●

Vehicles that are not moving in the same lane

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Vehicles with small rear ends (trailers with no load on board, etc.)

●

Motorcycles traveling in the same lane

●

When  water  or  snow  thrown  up  by  the  surrounding  vehicles  hinders  the
detecting of the sensor

●

When  your  vehicle  is  pointing  upwards
(caused by a heavy load in the luggage
compartment, etc.)

●

Preceding vehicle has an extremely high
ground clearance

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Conditions  under  which  the  vehicle-to-vehicle  distance  control  mode
may not function correctly

In the case of the following conditions, operate the brake pedal (or accelera-
tor pedal, depending on the situation) as necessary.
As the sensor may not be able to correctly detect vehicles ahead, the system
may not operate properly.

●

When the vehicle ahead of you decelerates suddenly

●

When driving on a road surrounded by a structure, such as in a tunnel or on
a bridge

●

While  the  vehicle  speed  is  decreasing  to  the  set  speed  after  the  vehicle
accelerates by depressing the accelerator pedal

●

When the road curves or when the lanes
are narrow

●

When  steering  wheel  operation  or  your
position in the lane is unstable

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Intuitive parking assist



Front corner sensors
Rear corner sensors 
Rear center sensors

Turns  the  intuitive  parking
assist on/off
When  on,  the  indicator  light
comes  on  to  inform  the  driver
that the system is operational.



: If equipped

The distance from your vehicle to nearby obstacles when paral-
lel  parking  or  maneuvering  into  a  garage  is  measured  by  the
sensors  and  communicated  via  the  multi-information  display
and  a  buzzer. Always  check  the  surrounding  area  when  using
this system. 

Types of sensors

Intuitive parking assist switch

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When the sensors detect an obstacle, a graphic is shown on the multi-
information  display  depending  on  the  position  and  distance  to  the
obstacle.

Front corner sensor operation
Rear corner sensor operation
Rear center sensor operation

When a sensor detects an obstacle, the direction of and the approxi-
mate distance to the obstacle are displayed and the buzzer sounds.



Front corner sensors



Rear corner sensors



Rear center sensors

Display

The distance display and buzzer

Distance to an obstacle ft. (cm)

Buzzer

Approximately 2.0 — 1.3 (60 — 40)

Intermittent

Approximately 1.3 — 0.8 (40 — 25)

Fast intermittent 

Approximately 0.8 (25) or less

Continuously

Distance to an obstacle ft. (cm)

Buzzer

Approximately 2.8 — 2.0 (85 — 60)

Intermittent

Approximately 2.0 — 1.3 (60 — 40)

Fast intermittent 

Approximately 1.3 (40) or less

Continuously

Distance to an obstacle ft. (cm)

Buzzer

Approximately 5.9 — 3.3 (180 — 100)

Intermittent

Approximately 3.3 — 2.5 (100 — 75)

Fast intermittent 

Approximately 2.5 (75) or less

Continuously

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Approximately 2.0 ft. (60 cm)
Approximately 2.8 ft. (85 cm)
Approximately 5.9 ft. (180 cm)

The  diagram  shows  the  detection
range of the sensors. Note that the
sensors  cannot  detect  obstacles
that  are  extremely  close  to  the
vehicle.
The  range  of  the  sensors  may
change depending on the shape of
the object, etc.

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Intuitive parking assist can be operated when

●

Front corner sensors:
• The engine switch is in ON.
• The shift lever is in a position other than P.
• The vehicle speed is less than approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).

●

Rear corner and rear center sensors:
• The engine switch is in ON.
• The shift lever is in R.

Detection range of the sensors

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Limitations of the sensors

●

The detection areas of the sensors are limited to the areas around the vehi-
cle’s front corners and the rear bumpers.

●

Certain vehicle conditions and surrounding environments, such as the fol-
lowing, may affect the ability of the sensors to correctly detect objects. Pay
particular attention in the following situations. Failure to do so may result in
the vehicle being driven unsafely, possibly leading to an accident.
• When  there  is  dirt,  snow  or  ice  on  a  sensor  (Cleaning  the  sensor  will

resolve this problem.)

• When the sensor is frozen (Thawing the area will resolve this problem.)
In especially cold weather, if  a  sensor  is frozen the screen may show an
abnormal display, or objects may not be detected
• When a sensor is covered in any way
• When the vehicle is leaning considerably to one side
• When driving on an extremely bumpy road, incline, gravel, or grass
• When the vicinity of the vehicle is noisy due to vehicle horns, motorcycle

engines, air brakes of large vehicles, or other loud noises producing ultra-
sonic waves

• When there is another vehicle equipped with parking assist sensor in the

vicinity

• When the sensor is coated with a sheet of spray or heavy rain
• When the vehicle is equipped with a fender pole or wireless antenna
• When a towing eyelet is installed
• When a bumper or sensor receives a strong impact
• A backlit license plate, license plate holder, etc., are installed.
• When the vehicle is approaching a tall or curved curb
• When driving in harsh sunlight or intense cold weather
• When an object is directly under a bumper
• When objects become too close to the sensors
• When  a  non-genuine  Toyota  suspension  (lowered  suspension,  etc.)  is

installed

In addition to the situations above, there are instances in which, because of
their  shape,  signs  and  other  objects  may  be  judged  by  the  sensor  to  be
closer than they are.

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The shape of an object may prevent the sensor from detecting it. Pay partic-
ular attention to the following:
• Wires, fences, ropes, etc.
• Cotton, snow and other materials that absorb sound waves
• Sharply-angled objects
• Low objects
• Tall  objects  with  upper  sections  projecting  outwards  in  the  direction  of

your vehicle

• People, animals and other moving objects
• People wearing certain types of clothing

●

The following situations may occur when using the intuitive parking assist.
• Depending on the shape of the object and other factors, the detection dis-

tance may be shortened, or detection may not be possible.

• Objects may not be detected if they are too close to a sensor.
• There will be a short delay between the detection of an object and display

of the detection. Even at slow speeds, there is a possibility that the object
will  come  within  a  sensor’s  detection  area  before  the  display  is  shown
and a warning beep sounds.

• Thin  posts  or  objects  lower  than  a  sensor  may  not  be  detected  when

approached, even if they have been detected once.

• It might be difficult to hear beeps due to the volume of the audio system

or air flow noise of the air conditioning system.

■

If a message is displayed on the multi-information display

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P. 477

■

Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer

Settings (e.g. buzzer volume) can be changed. 
(Customizable features 



P. 544)

■

Certification (Canada only)

This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001.

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WARNING

■

When using the intuitive parking assist

Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely
and possibly cause an accident.

●

Do not use the sensor at speeds in excess of 6 mph (10 km/h).

●

The sensors’ detection areas and reaction times are limited. When moving
forward or reversing, check the areas surrounding the vehicle (especially
the  sides  of  the  vehicle)  for  safety,  and  drive  slowly,  using  the  brake  to
control the vehicle’s speed.

●

Do not install accessories within the sensors’ detection areas.

NOTICE

■

When using intuitive parking assist-sensor

In the following situations, the system may not function correctly due to a
sensor malfunction, etc. Have the vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer.

●

The intuitive parking assist operation display flashes, and a beep sounds
when no obstacles are detected.

●

If  the  area  around  a  sensor  collides  with  something,  or  is  subjected  to
strong impact.

●

If the bumper collides with something.

●

If the display shows continuously without a beep.

●

If a display error occurs, first check the sensor.

If the error occurs even if there is no ice, snow or mud on the sensor, it is
likely that the sensor is malfunctioning.

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Notes when washing the vehicle

Do not apply intensive bursts of water or steam to the sensor area.
Doing so may result in the sensor malfunctioning.

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BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)

The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that has 2 functions;

●

The BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) function 
Assists the driver in making the decision when changing lanes

●

The RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function 
Assists the driver when backing up

These functions use same sensors.

Summary of the Blind Spot Monitor

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Outside rear view mirror indicators

BSM function: 
When a vehicle is detected in a blind spot of the outside rear view mirrors
or approaching rapidly from behind into a blind spot, the outside rear view
mirror indicator on the detected side will illuminate. If the turn signal lever
is operated toward the detected side, the outside rear view mirror indicator
will flash.
RCTA function: 
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle
is detected, both outside rear view mirror indicators will flash.

Multi-information display

Turning the BSM function/RCTA function on/off. (

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P. 298)

RCTA buzzer (RCTA function only)

If a vehicle approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle is
detected, a buzzer will sound. The buzzer also sounds for approximately
1 second immediately after the RCTA function is operated to turn the sys-
tem on.

“BSM” indicator/“RCTA” indicator

When  the  BSM  function/RCTA  function  is  turned  on,  the  indicator  illumi-
nates.

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Press “



” or “



” of the meter control switches, select 

.

Press  “



”  or  “



”  of  the  meter  control  switches,  select  “BSM”  or

“RCTA”, and then press 

.

The function switches On/Off with each 

 press.

Press “<” or “>” of the meter control switches, select 

.

Press “



” or “



” of the meter control switches, select “BSM Bright-

ness”, and then press 

.

The brightness changes with each 

 press.

Press “<” or “>” of the meter control switches, select 

.

Press  “



”  or  “



”  of  the  meter  control  switches,  select  “RCTA  Vol-

ume”, and then press 

.

The warning buzzer volume changes with each 

 press.

■

The outside rear view mirror indicators visibility

When under strong sunlight, the outside rear view mirror indicator may be dif-
ficult to see.

■

Hearing the RCTA buzzer

The  RCTA  buzzer  may  be  difficult  to  hear  over  loud  noises,  such  as  if  the
audio system volume is high.

■

When there is a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitor/Rear Cross Traffic
Alert system

If a system malfunction is detected due to any of the following reasons, warn-
ing messages will be displayed: (

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P. 479)

●

There is a malfunction with the sensors

●

The sensors have become dirty

●

The outside temperature is extremely high or low

●

The sensor voltage has become abnormal

Turning the BSM function/RCTA function on/off

Changing the BSM indicator brightness

Changing the Rear Cross Traffic Alert warning buzzer volume 

1

2

1

2

1

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Certification for the BSM



For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.

FCC ID: HYQDNSRR002
NOTE:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence,  and  (2)  this  device  must  accept  any  interference  received,  including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.



For vehicles sold in Canada

ID: DNSRR002
NOTE:
This device complies with Industry Canada’s RSS-310. Operation is subject
to the condition that this device must not cause harmful interference and must
accept  any  interference,  including  interference  that  may  cause  undesired
operation of the device. 
24.05 to 24.25 GHz
250 mV/m or less @3 m

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WARNING

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Handling the radar sensor

One Blind Spot Monitor sensor is installed inside the left and right side of
the vehicle rear bumper respectively. Observe the following to ensure the
Blind Spot Monitor can function correctly.

●

Do  not  subject  the  sensor  or  surrounding  area  on  the  bumper  to  a
strong impact. If the sensor moves even slightly off position, the system
may malfunction and vehicles that enter the detection area may not be
detected. If the sensor or surrounding area is subject to a strong impact,
always have the area inspected by your Toyota dealer. 

●

Do not disassemble the sensor.

●

Do not attach accessories or stickers to the sensor or surrounding area on
the bumper.

●

Do not modify the sensor or surrounding area on the bumper.

●

Do not paint the rear bumper any color other than an official Toyota color.

●

Keep  the  sensor  and  its  surrounding
area on the bumper clean at all times.

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The Blind Spot Monitor function uses radar sensors to detect vehicles
that are traveling in an adjacent lane in the area that is not reflected in
the outside rear view mirror (the blind spot), and advises the driver of
the vehicles existence via the outside rear view mirror indicator.

The areas that vehicles can be detected in are outlined below.
The range of each detection area
is:

Approximately  11.5  ft.  (3.5  m)
from the side of the vehicle

The  first  1.6  ft.  (0.5  m)  from  the
side  of  the  vehicle  is  not  in  the
detection area.

Approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) from
the rear bumper
Approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m) for-
ward of the rear bumper

BSM function

BSM function detection areas

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The BSM function is operational when

●

The BSM system is set to on (

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P. 298)

●

Vehicle speed is greater than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h)

■

The BSM function will detect a vehicle when

●

A vehicle in an adjacent lane overtakes your vehicle.

●

Another vehicle enters the detection area when it changes lanes.

●

You overtake a vehicle in adjacent lane.

■

Conditions under which the BSM function will not detect a vehicle

The  BSM  function  is  not  designed  to  detect  the  following  types  of  vehicles
and/or objects:

●

Small motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, etc.

*

●

Vehicles traveling in the opposite direction

●

Guardrails, walls, signs, parked vehicles and similar stationary objects

*

●

Following vehicles that are in the same lane

*

●

Vehicles traveling 2 lanes away from your vehicle

*

●

Vehicles which are being overtaken rapidly by your vehicle.

*

: Depending on conditions, detection of a vehicle and/or object may occur.

WARNING

■

Cautions regarding the use of the system

The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking
care to observe your surroundings.
The Blind Spot Monitor function is a supplementary function which alerts the
driver that a vehicle is present in the blind spot. Do not overly rely on the
Blind Spot Monitor function. The function cannot judge if it is safe to change
lanes, therefore over reliance could cause an accident resulting in death or
serious injury.
According  to  conditions,  the  system  may  not  function  correctly. Therefore
the driver’s own visual confirmation of safety is necessary.

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Conditions under which the BSM function may not function correctly

●

The Blind Spot Monitor function may not detect vehicles correctly in the fol-
lowing conditions:
• During bad weather such as heavy rain, fog, snow, etc.
• When ice or mud, etc., is attached to the rear bumper
• When driving on a road surface that is wet due to rain, standing water,

etc.

• When there is a significant difference in speed between your vehicle and

the vehicle that enters the detection area

• When a vehicle is in the detection area from a stop and remains in the

detection area as your vehicle accelerates

• When driving up or down consecutive steep inclines, such as hills, a dip

in the road, etc.

• When  multiple  vehicles  approach  with  only  a  small  gap  between  each

vehicle

• When vehicle lanes are wide, and the vehicle in the next lane is too far

away from your vehicle

• When the vehicle that enters the detection area is traveling at about the

same speed as your vehicle

• When towing anything such as trailer, boat, etc.
• When there is a significant difference in height between your vehicle and

the vehicle that enters the detection area

• Directly after the BSM system is set to on

●

Instances of the Blind Spot Monitor function unnecessarily detecting a vehi-
cle and/or object may increase under the following conditions:
• When there is only a short distance between your vehicle and a guardrail,

wall, etc.

• When there is only a short distance between your vehicle and a following

vehicle

• When vehicle lanes are narrow and a vehicle driving 2 lanes across from

your vehicle enters the detection area

• When items such as a bicycle carrier are installed on the rear of the vehi-

cle

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The  RCTA  functions  when  your  vehicle  is  in  reverse.  It  can  detect
other vehicles approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle. It
uses radar sensors to alert the driver of the other vehicle’s existence
through flashing the outside rear view mirror indicators and sounding
a buzzer.

RCTA function

Approaching vehicles

Detection areas

WARNING

■

Cautions regarding the use of the function

The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking
care to observe your surroundings.
The  RCTA  function  is  only  an  assist  and  is  not  a  replacement  for  careful
driving.  Driver  must  be  careful  when  backing  up,  even  when  using  RCTA
function. The driver’s own visual confirmation of behind you and your vehi-
cle is necessary and be sure there are no pedestrians, other vehicles, etc.,
before backing up. Failure to do so could cause death or serious injury.
According  to  conditions,  the  system  may  not  function  correctly. Therefore
the driver’s own visual confirmation of safety is necessary.

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The areas that vehicles can be detected in are outlined below.

To give the driver a more consistent time to react, the buzzer can alert
for faster vehicles from farther away.
Example:

■

The RCTA function is operational when

●

The RCTA system is set to on. (

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P. 298)

●

The shift position is in R.

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Vehicle speed is less than approximately 5 mph (8 km/h).

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Approaching vehicle speed is between approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) and
18 mph (28 km/h).

RCTA function detection areas

Approaching vehicle

Speed

Approximate 
alert distance

Fast

18 mph (28 km/h)

65 ft. (20 m)

Slow

5 mph (8 km/h)

18 ft. (5.5 m)

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Conditions under which the RCTA function will not detect a vehicle

The RCTA function is not designed to detect the following types of vehicles
and/or objects:

●

Small motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, etc.

*

●

Vehicles approaching from directly behind

●

Guardrails, walls, signs, parked vehicles and similar stationary objects

*

●

Vehicles moving away from your vehicle

●

Vehicles approaching from the parking spaces next to your vehicle

*

●

Vehicles backing up in the parking space next to your vehicle

*

*

: Depending  on  the  conditions,  detection  of  a  vehicle  and/or  object  may

occur.

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Conditions under which the RCTA function may not function correctly

●

The RCTA function may not detect vehicles correctly in the following situa-
tions:
• When the sensor is misaligned due to a strong impact to the sensor or its

surrounding area

• When mud, snow, ice, a sticker, etc., is covering the sensor or surround-

ing area on the rear bumper

• When driving on a road surface that is wet with standing water during bad

weather, such as heavy rain, snow, or fog

• When multiple vehicles are approaching with only a small gap between

each vehicle

• When a vehicle is approaching at high speed
• When your vehicle is towing a trailer

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• Immediately after the RCTA function is set to on
• Immediately after the engine is started with the RCTA function is set to on

• When  backing  up  on  a  slope  with  a

sharp change in grade

• When backing out of a shallow angle

parking spot

• When  the  sensors  cannot  detect  a

vehicle due to obstructions

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●

Instances  of  the  RCTA  function  unnecessarily  detecting  a  vehicle  and/or
object may increase in the following situations:
• When a vehicle passes by the side of your vehicle

• When  the  distance  between  your  vehicle  and  metal  objects,  such  as  a

guardrail, wall, sign, or parked vehicle, which may reflect electrical waves
toward the rear of the vehicle, is short

• When  the  parking  space  faces  a

street  and  vehicles  are  being  driven
on the street

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Electronically modulated air suspension



 

Height control switch
Height  control  mode  select
switch

Operating the switch change vehicle rear height as follows:

Higher
Lower

Vehicle  height  can  be  adjusted
only when the engine is running.
The selected  height  mode will be
shown on the electronically modu-
lated air suspension display.
The selected mode will flash while
the height mode is being change.



: If equipped

The electronically modulated air suspension allows the driver to
control the vehicle’s height in order to adjust for driving condi-
tions.
Select the desired height with the height control switch.

Height control switch

Selecting vehicle height

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Height modes

●

“N” mode (normal mode): For ordinary driving
Normal height

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“HI” mode (high mode): For driving on bumpy roads 1.2 in. (30 mm)
higher than the normal height
The  “HI”  mode  is  unavailable  when  the  vehicle’s  speed  exceeds
18 mph (30 km/h).
When  the  vehicle’s  speed  exceeds  18  mph  (30  km/h),  the  height
will be adjusted to the normal height automatically.

●

“LO” mode (low mode): For the ease of egress/ingress and loading
luggage
1.2 in. (30 mm) lower than the normal height
The  “LO”  mode  is  unavailable  when  the  vehicle’s  speed  exceeds
8 mph (12 km/h).
When the vehicles speed exceeds 8 mph (12 km/h), the height will
be adjusted to the normal height automatically.

When  the  height  control  mode
select switch is pressed, the vehi-
cle  height  is  fixed  at  the  current
height.

The “OFF” indicator is displayed on
the  multi-information  display  and
the  automatic  leveling  function
turned off.

The  height  can  be  adjusted  by
pressing the height control switch.

Press  the  switch  again  or  when  the  vehicle’s  speed  exceeds  18 mph
(30 km/h), the height will be adjusted to the normal height automatically.

Disabling the height control

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Automatic leveling function

Regardless of the number of occupants or the luggage load, vehicle height in
any mode is always adjusted to a fixed height by the automatic leveling func-
tion.

■

When “HI” mode is selected

The  vehicle  height  will  change  to  “N”  mode  when  driving  at  the  speeds  of
18 mph (30 km/h).

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When “LO” mode is selected

●

The  vehicle  height  will  change  to  “N”  mode  when  vehicle  speed  exceeds
7 mph (12 km/h).

●

This  mode  allows  for  easy  access  to  the  vehicle  (getting  in  and  out)  and
easy loading and unloading.

■

The electronically modulated air suspension will not operate in the fol-
lowing cases:

●

The underbody of the vehicle is touching the surface of the road.

●

The area around the suspension is covered with ice.

The height control indicators will blink, turn off and then turn on continuously
to indicate that the electronically modulated air suspension is not operational.
To re-enable operation, turn off the engine and then restart it.

■

Even if you hear an operating noise

This does not indicate a problem in the electronically modulated air suspen-
sion.

■

The electronically modulated air suspension failure warning

The warning message is displayed on the multi-information display, and the
electronically modulated air suspension cannot be activated until the malfunc-
tion is corrected. 
Stop the engine and start again. If the warning message turns off, the system
operating correctly. If the warning message continues to be displayed, have
your vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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WARNING

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The electronically modulated air suspension must be turned off in the
following circumstances:

Otherwise, the automatic leveling function may cause the vehicle’s height to
change, and you may catch part of your body in the vehicle, resulting in an
unexpected accident:

●

When  driving  through  water  such  as  shallow  streams  (Put  the  vehicle
height in “HI” mode and turn off the electronically modulated air suspen-
sion. Drive at 18 mph [30 km/h] or slower.)

●

When jacking up the vehicle, installing tire chains or tying the vehicle with
chains/wires  for  transportation  via  flat  bed  truck  (Turn  the  system  to  the
manual mode and stop the engine.)

●

When the vehicle must be towed (Put the vehicle height in “N” mode and
turn the system to the manual mode.)

●

When the vehicle gets stuck (Turn the system to the manual mode.)

●

When disconnecting a trailer (Put the vehicle height in “N” mode and turn
the system to the manual mode.)

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Selecting the correct height mode

Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
Failure to do so may cause damage to parts of the vehicle, as well as dan-
gerous handling characteristics, which may lead to fatal or injury accidents.

●

Before  you  lower  the  vehicle’s  height,  check  under  the  vehicle  to  make
sure that no one is there.

●

“HI” mode should only be used when driving on rough roads, for example
when driving off-road.
Because  the  vehicle’s  center  of  gravity  will  become  higher  when  in  the
mode, the vehicle may become unstable when turning abruptly, resulting
in an accident.

●

Do not select “HI” mode when you load cargo on the roof luggage carrier.
Because  the  vehicle’s  center  of  gravity  will  become  higher  when  in  the
mode, the vehicle may become unstable when turning abruptly, resulting
in an accident.

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NOTICE

■

Be careful in any place where overhead space is limited.

When changing to a higher mode or after unloading, the vehicle height will
rise. This may cause damage to the vehicle.

■

Do not select “LO” mode when driving on bumpy roads.

If the underbody of the vehicle touches a rugged road surface, the vehicle
may be damaged.

■

Do not change the vehicle height frequently.

The compressor might overheat and cause the operation to stop.

■

When on the extremely uneven roads with rocks

Sometimes  the  vehicle  height  is  not  adjusted  because  it  is  judged  as
uneven road driving.

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AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension System)



Sport mode

For  winding  mountain  road  driving
or high speed driving.

Normal mode

For ordinary driving.

Comfort mode

For driving on a bumpy road.

■

Driving mode

●

Sport mode is suitable for winding mountain road driving, high speed driving
or towing a trailer.

●

Normal mode is suitable for ordinary driving.



: If equipped

AVS controls the suspension according to the road and driving condi-
tions. Selecting an optimum driving mode allows good vehicle posture
and steering wheel operation.

AVS switch

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Four-wheel drive system

“2WD” (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.

“4H” (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  traction  than
two-wheel drive.
The “4HI” indicator will come on.

“4L” (low speed position, four-wheel drive)

Use  this  for  maximum  power  and  traction.  Use  “4L”  for  climbing  or
descending steep hills, off-road driving, and hard pulling in sand, mud or
deep snow.
The “4LO” indicator will come on.

Center differential lock switch (



P. 316)

Indicators

Use the front-wheel drive control lever or switch to select the fol-
lowing transfer modes:

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Shifting from “2WD” to “4H”

Reduce vehicle speed to less than 62 mph (100 km/h).
Turn the front-wheel drive control switch to “4H”.

The “4HI” indicator will turn on.

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Shifting from “4H” to “2WD”

Reduce vehicle speed to less than 62 mph (100 km/h).
Turn the front-wheel drive control switch to “2WD”.

The “4HI” indicator will go off.

■

Shifting from “4H” to “4L”

Stop  the  vehicle  completely  and  continue  to  depress  the  brake
pedal.
Shift the shift lever to N.
Push and turn the front-wheel drive control switch to “4L”.

The “4LO” indicator will turn on.

■

Shifting from “4L” to “4H”

Stop  the  vehicle  completely  and  continue  to  depress  the  brake
pedal.
Shift the shift lever to N.
Turn the front-wheel drive control switch to “4H”.

The “4LO” indicator will go off.

Use  the  center  differential  lock
system if your wheels get stuck in
a ditch, or when you are driving on
a slippery or bumpy surface.

Unlock  the  center  differential  after
the  wheels  have  been  freed,  or
after moving to a flat, non-slippery
surface.

Shifting between “2WD” and “4H”

Shifting between “4H” and “4L”

Center differential lock switch

1

2

1

2

1

2

3

1

2

3

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Shifting between “2WD” and “4H”

●

When  the  ambient  temperature  is  5.0  °F  (-15  °C)  or  lower,  shifting  from
“2WD” to “4H” cannot be performed with the vehicle speed above 43 mph
(70 km/h).

●

If the “4HI” indicator does not go off when you shift from “4H” to “2WD”, drive
straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or drive in reverse.

■

Front-wheel drive usage frequency

You  should  drive  in  front-wheel  drive  for  at  least  10  miles  (16  km)  each
month.
This will assure that the front drive components are lubricated.

■

The center differential lock switch can be operated when

●

The front-wheel drive control switch is in the “4H” or “4L” position.

●

The vehicle speed is less than 62 mph (100 km/h)

■

Center differential lock system

●

When the front-wheel drive control switch is in the “4L” position and the cen-
ter differential is locked, the VSC is automatically turned off.

●

When the front-wheel drive control switch is turned to the “2WD” position,
the center differential is automatically unlocked.

●

If the operation is not completed, the center differential lock indicator blinks.
If the indicator does not go off when unlocking the center differential, drive
straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or drive in reverse.

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If the “4LO” indicator, “4HI” indicator or the center differential lock indi-
cator blinks

●

If the “4LO” indicator continues to blink when shifting between “4H” and “4L”,
stop the vehicle completely, move the shift lever to N and operate the switch
again.

●

If the shift lever is moved before the “4LO” indicator turns on/off, the transfer
mode  may  not  be  shifted  completely. The  transfer  mode  disengages  both
the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and allows the vehicle to
move regardless of the shift position. (At this time, the indicator blinks and
the buzzer sounds.)
Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in
P. You or someone else could be seriously injured. You must complete the
shifting of the transfer mode.

To complete the shifting, stop the vehicle completely, return the shift lever to
N, and confirm that the shift was completed (The indicator turns on/off).

●

If the engine coolant temperature is too low, transfer mode may not be able
to shift. When the engine is warmer, turn the switch again.

If  the  “4LO”  indicator,  “4HI”  indicator  or  the  center  differential  lock  indicator
continues to blink even after attempting the above, there may be a malfunc-
tion in the engine, the brake system or the four-wheel drive system. In this
case, you may not be able to shift between “2WD” and “4H”, “4H” and “4L”,
and  the  center  differential  lock  may  not  be  operable.  Have  the  vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

■

Shifting to the “4L” position

The VSC off indicator will come on.
If the center differential is locked, VSC is automatically turned off.

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WARNING

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Shifting the front-wheel drive control switch from “2WD” to “4H” while
driving

Never operate the front-wheel drive control switch if the wheels are slipping.
Stop the slipping or spinning before shifting.

■

When the vehicle is parked

If the shift lever is moved before the “4LO” indicator turns on/off, the transfer
mode may not be shifted completely. The transfer mode disengages both
the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and allows the vehicle to
move regardless of the shift position. (At this time, the indicator blinks and
the buzzer sounds.)
Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in
P. You or someone else could be seriously injured. You must complete the
shifting of the transfer mode before placing transmission in P. (



P. 318)

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the center differential

●

For normal driving on dry and hard surface roads, unlock the center differ-
ential.

●

Unlock the center differential after the wheels are out of the ditch or off the
loose or bumpy surface.

●

Do not push the center differential lock switch when the vehicle is corner-
ing or when its wheels are spinning freely off the ground.

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AUTO LSD system

The system can be used on 2WD models and in 2WD mode on 4WD
models.
The  system  is  activated  when  driving  at  a  speed  under  62  mph
(100 km/h).
The AUTO LSD system will be activated with the following two proce-
dures.

■

TRAC off mode

Press 

 briefly to turn on the

system. The  “AUTO  LSD”  indi-
cator will come on. 

To turn off the system, press 
again.

■

AUTO LSD mode

Stop  the  vehicle  completely,

and press 

 for more than 3

seconds. The “AUTO LSD” and
VSC off indicators will come on. 

To turn off the system, press 
again.

The AUTO LSD system aids traction by using the traction con-
trol  system  to  control  engine  performance  and  braking  when
one of the drive wheels begins to spin.
The system should be used only when one of the drive wheels
spinning occurs in a ditch or rough surface.

System operation

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If the engine is turned off and restarted

The AUTO LSD system and the indicators are automatically turned off.

■

Reactivation of the VSC system linked to vehicle speed

When the AUTO LSD system is turned on, the VSC and TRAC systems will
turn on automatically if vehicle speed increase.

■

If the brake system overheats

The system will cease operation and a buzzer will alert the driver. At this time,
the  “TRAC  OFF”  indicator  will  come  on.  Stop  the  vehicle  in  a  safe  place.
(There is no problem with continuing normal driving.) The system will be auto-
matically restored after a short time.

WARNING

■

To avoid an accident

Failure to do so, a much greater steering effort and more careful cornering
control will be required.

●

Do not use the AUTO LSD system in conditions other than when one of
the drive wheels spinning occurs in a ditch or rough surface.

●

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

NOTICE

■

Activating while driving

Do not activate the AUTO LSD system if the wheel is slipping. Stop the slip-
ping or spinning before activating.

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Driving assist systems

◆

ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)

Helps to prevent wheel lock when the brakes are applied suddenly,
or if the brakes are applied while driving on a slippery road surface

◆

Brake assist

Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal
is depressed when the system detects a panic stop situation

◆

VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)

Helps  the  driver  to  control  skidding  when  swerving  suddenly  or
turning on slippery road surfaces

◆

Trailer Sway Control

Helps the driver to control trailer sway by selectively applying brake
pressure  for  individual  wheels  and  reducing  driving  torque  when
trailer sway is detected.

◆

TRAC (Traction Control)

Helps  to  maintain  drive  power  and  prevent  the  drive  wheels  from
spinning when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads

◆

Hill-start assist control

Helps to reduce the backward movement of the vehicle when start-
ing on an uphill

To keep driving safety and performance, the following systems
operate automatically in response to various driving situations.
Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and
should not be relied upon too heavily when operating the vehi-
cle. 

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The  slip  indicator  will  flash  while
the TRAC/VSC/Trailer Sway Con-
trol systems are operating.

If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt or snow, the TRAC system may

reduce power from the engine to the wheels. Pressing 

 

to turn the

system off may make it easier for you to rock the vehicle in order to
free it.



2WD models and 2WD mode on 4WD models

To  turn  the  TRAC  system  off,

quickly press and release 

. 

The  “AUTO  LSD”  indicator  light
will come on. 

Press 

 

again  to  turn  the  sys-

tem back on.

When the TRAC/VSC/Trailer Sway control systems are operating

Disabling the TRAC system

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

“4H” mode on 4WD models

To  turn  the  TRAC  system  off,

quickly press and release 

. 

The  “TRAC  OFF”  indicator  light
will come on. 
This mode can be used when the
transfer  mode  is  “4H”  mode  and
the center differential is unlocked.

Press 

 

again to turn the system back on.

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Turning off TRAC, VSC and Trailer Sway Control systems



2WD models and “2WD” mode on 4WD models

To turn the TRAC, VSC and Trailer Sway Control systems off, stop the vehicle

completely,  and  press  and  hold 

  for  more  than  3  seconds  when AUTO

LSD system is on. (

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P. 320) 

The “TRAC OFF” indicator light and the VSC off indicator light will come on

*

.

Press 

 again to turn the systems back on.



“4H” mode on 4WD models and “4L” mode on 4WD models

To turn the TRAC, VSC and Trailer Sway Control systems off, press and hold

 for more than 3 seconds while the vehicle is stopped.

The “TRAC OFF” indicator light and the VSC off indicator light will come on

*

.

Press 

 again to turn the systems back on.

*

: Pre-collision brake assist and pre-collision braking will also be disabled. 

The pre-collision system warning light will come on and the message will be
shown on the multi-information display. (

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■

When the “TRAC OFF” indicator light comes on even if 

 switch has

not been pressed

TRAC cannot be operated. Contact your Toyota dealer.

■

Operating conditions of hill-start assist control

When  the  following  four  conditions  are  met,  the  hill-start  assist  control  will
operate:

●

The shift lever is in a position other than P or N (when starting off forward/
backward on an upward incline)

●

The vehicle is stopped

●

The accelerator pedal is not depressed

●

The parking brake is not engaged

■

Automatic system cancelation of hill-start assist control

The hill-start assist control will turn off in any of the following situations:

●

The shift lever is shifted to P or N 

●

The accelerator pedal is depressed

●

The parking brake is engaged

●

2 seconds at maximum elapsed after the brake pedal is released

■

Sounds  and  vibrations  caused  by  the  ABS,  brake  assist,  VSC,  Trailer
Sway Control, TRAC and hill-start assist control systems

●

A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the brake pedal
is depressed repeatedly, when the engine is started or just after the vehicle
begins  to  move.  This  sound  does  not  indicate  that  a  malfunction  has
occurred in any of these systems.

●

Any  of  the  following  conditions  may  occur  when  the  above  systems  are
operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard also after the vehicle comes to a stop.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after the ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down slightly after the ABS is activated.

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■

Automatic reactivation of TRAC, Trailer Sway Control and VSC systems

After turning the TRAC, Trailer Sway Control and VSC systems off, the sys-
tems will be automatically re-enabled in the following situations:

●

When the engine switch is turned off

●

If only the TRAC system is turned off, the TRAC will turn on when vehicle
speed increases 
If both the TRAC and VSC systems are turned off, automatic re-enabling will
not occur when vehicle speed increases.

■

If the brake system overheats

TRAC will cease operation, and the slip indicator will change from flashing to
being  on  continuously  to  alert  the  driver.  Stop  the  vehicle  in  a  safe  place.
(There is no problem with continuing normal driving.)

■

Shifting to the “4L” position

The VSC off indicator will come on. 
If the center differential is locked, VSC and Trailer Sway Control are automat-
ically turned off.

■

Power steering system operation sound

When  you  turn  the  engine  switch  to  ON  after  the  battery  has  been  discon-
nected  and  reconnected,  a  sound  may  be  heard  from  the  engine  compart-
ment. 
This does not indicate a malfunction.

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WARNING

■

The ABS does not operate effectively when

●

The  limits  of  tire  gripping  performance  have  been  exceeded  (such  as
excessively worn tires on a snow covered road).

●

The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick road.

■

Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of nor-
mal conditions

The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always
maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, especially in the
following situations:

●

When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads

●

When driving with tire chains

●

When driving over bumps in the road

●

When driving over roads with potholes or uneven roads

■

When the TRAC/VSC/Trailer Sway Control is activated

The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may
cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator light flashes.

■

TRAC/VSC may not operate effectively when

Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if the TRAC/VSC system is operating.
Drive the vehicle carefully in conditions where stability and power may be
lost.

■

Hill-start assist control does not operate effectively when

●

Do not overly rely on hill-start assist control. Hill-start assist control may
not operate effectively on steep inclines and roads covered with ice.

●

Unlike the parking brake, hill-start assist control is not intended to hold the
vehicle  stationary for an  extended  period  of time. Do not attempt to  use
hill-start assist control to hold the vehicle on an incline, as doing so may
lead to an accident.

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WARNING

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When the TRAC/VSC/Trailer Sway Control systems is turned off

Be  especially  careful  and  drive  at  a  speed  appropriate  to  the  road  condi-
tions. As these are the systems to help ensure vehicle stability and driving
force, do not turn the TRAC/VSC/Trailer Sway Control systems off unless
necessary.

■

Replacing tires

Make sure that all tires are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern and
total load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the
recommended tire inflation pressure level.
The ABS, TRAC, Trailer  Sway  Control  and  VSC  systems  will  not  function
correctly if different tires are installed on the vehicle.
Contact  your Toyota  dealer  for  further  information  when  replacing  tires  or
wheels.

■

Handling of tires and the suspension

Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect
the driving assist systems, and may cause a system to malfunction.

■

Trailer Sway Control precaution

The Trailer Sway Control system is not able to reduce trailer sway in all situ-
ations.  Depending  on  many  factors  such  as  the  conditions  of  the  vehicle,
trailer, road surface, and driving environment, the Trailer Sway Control sys-
tem may not be effective. Refer to your trailer owner’s manual for informa-
tion on how to tow your trailer properly.

■

If trailer sway occurs

Observe the following precautions. 
Failing to do so may cause death or serious injury.

●

Firmly grip the steering wheel. Steer straight ahead.
Do not try to control trailer swaying by turning the steering wheel.

●

Begin  releasing  the  accelerator  pedal  immediately  but  very  gradually  to
reduce speed. 
Do not increase speed. Do not apply vehicle brakes.

If you make no extreme correction with the steering or brakes, your vehicle
and trailer should stabilize. (

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Off-road precautions

●

Specific design characteristics give it a higher center of gravity than
ordinary  passenger  cars.  This  vehicle  design  feature  causes  this
type  of  vehicle  to  be  more  likely  to  rollover. And,  utility  vehicles
have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.

●

An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better view of the
road allowing you to anticipate problems.

●

It is not designed for cornering at the same speeds as ordinary pas-
senger cars any more than low-slung sports cars designed to per-
form satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Therefore, sharp turns
at excessive speeds may cause rollover.

This  vehicle  belongs  to  the  utility  vehicle  class,  which  has
higher  ground  clearance  and  narrower  tread  in  relation  to  the
height of its center of gravity to make it capable of performing in
a wide variety of off-road applications.

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Off-road vehicle precautions

Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk of death, seri-
ous injury or damage to your vehicle:

●

In  a  rollover  crash,  an  unbelted  person  is  significantly  more  likely  to  die
than a person wearing a seat belt. Therefore, the driver and all passengers
should always fasten their seat belts.

●

Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers, if at all possible. 
Failure  to  operate  this  vehicle  correctly  may  result  in  loss  of  control  or
vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury.

●

Loading cargo on the roof luggage carrier will make the center of the vehi-
cle gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden
braking or abrupt maneuvers, otherwise it may result in loss of control or
vehicle rollover due to failure to operate this vehicle correctly.

●

Always slow down in gusty crosswinds. Because of its profile and higher
center of gravity, your vehicle is more sensitive to side winds than an ordi-
nary passenger car. Slowing down will allow you to have better control.

●

When  driving  off-road  or  in  rugged  terrain,  do  not  drive  at  excessive
speeds, jump, make sharp turns, strike objects, etc. This may cause loss
of control or vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury. You are also
risking expensive damage to your vehicle’s suspension and chassis.

●

Do  not  drive  horizontally  across  steep  slopes.  Driving  straight  up  or
straight  down  is  preferred.  Your  vehicle  (or  any  similar  off-road  vehicle)
can tip over sideways much more easily than forward or backward.

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When driving your vehicle off-road, please observe the following pre-
cautions to ensure your driving enjoyment and to help prevent the clo-
sure of areas to off-road vehicles:

●

Drive your vehicle only in areas where off-road vehicles are permit-
ted to travel.

●

Respect  private  property.  Get  owner’s  permission  before  entering
private property.

●

Do not enter areas that are closed. Honor gates, barriers and signs
that restrict travel.

●

Stay on established roads. When conditions are wet, driving tech-
niques should be changed or travel delayed to prevent damage to
roads.

■

Additional information for off-road driving

For owners in U.S. mainland, Hawaii and Puerto Rico:
To  obtain  additional  information  pertaining  to  driving  your  vehicle  off-road,
consult the following organizations.

●

State and Local Parks and Recreation Departments

●

State Motor Vehicle Bureau

●

Recreational Vehicle Clubs

●

U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management

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■

Off-road driving precautions

Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk of death, seri-
ous injury or damage to your vehicle:

●

Drive carefully when off the road. Do not take unnecessary risks by driving
in dangerous places.

●

Do not grip the steering wheel spokes when driving off-road. A bad bump
could jerk the wheel and injure your hands. Keep both hands and espe-
cially your thumbs on the outside of the rim.

●

Always  check  your  brakes  for  effectiveness  immediately  after  driving  in
sand, mud, water or snow.

●

After  driving  through  tall  grass,  mud,  rock,  sand,  rivers,  etc.,  check  that
there is no grass, bush, paper, rags, stone, sand, etc. adhering or trapped
on  the  underbody.  Clear  off  any  such  matter  from  the  underbody.  If  the
vehicle is used with these materials trapped or adhering to the underbody,
a breakdown or fire could occur.

●

In  a  rollover  crash,  an  unbelted  person  is  significantly  more  likely  to  die
than a person wearing a seat belt. Therefore, the driver and all passengers
should fasten their seat belts whenever the vehicle is moving.

●

When  driving  off-road  or  in  rugged  terrain,  do  not  drive  at  excessive
speeds, jump, make sharp turns, strike objects, etc. This may cause loss
of control or vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury. You are also
risking expensive damage to your vehicle’s suspension and chassis.

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NOTICE

■

To prevent water damage

●

Take all necessary safety measures to ensure that water damage to the
engine or other components does not occur.

●

Water entering the engine air intake will cause severe engine damage.

●

Water entering the automatic transmission will cause deterioration in shift
quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ulti-
mately damage.

●

Water can wash the grease from wheel bearings, causing rusting and pre-
mature  failure,  and  may  also  enter  the  differentials,  transmission  and
transfer case, reducing the gear oil’s lubricating qualities.

■

When you drive through water

If driving through water, such as when crossing shallow streams, first check
the  depth  of  the  water  and  the  bottom  of  the  riverbed  for  firmness.  Drive
slowly and avoid deep water.

■

Inspection after off-road driving

●

Sand  and  mud  that  has  accumulated  in  brake  drums  and  around  brake
discs may affect braking efficiency and may damage brake system compo-
nents.

●

Always perform a maintenance inspection after each day of off-road driv-
ing  that  has  taken  you  through  rough  terrain,  sand,  mud,  or  water.  For
scheduled maintenance information, refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

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Winter driving tips

●

Use  fluids  that  are  appropriate  to  the  prevailing  outside  tempera-
tures.

• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid

●

Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery.

●

Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire
chains for the rear tires.

Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.

Carry  out  the  necessary  preparations  and  inspections  before
driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a man-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions.

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Perform the following according to the driving conditions:

●

Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen.
Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away
the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.

●

To  ensure  proper  operation  of  the  climate  control  system  fan,
remove  any  snow  that  has  accumulated  on  the  air  inlet  vents  in
front of the windshield.

●

Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accu-
mulated  on  the  exterior  lights,  vehicle’s  roof,  chassis,  around  the
tires or on the brakes.

●

Remove  any  snow  or  mud  from  the  bottom  of  your  shoes  before
getting in the vehicle.

Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a safe distance between you and
the vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced speed suitable to road con-
ditions.

●

Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P without setting  the
parking brake. The parking brake may freeze up, preventing it from
being released. If the vehicle is parked without setting the parking
brake, make sure to block the wheels.
Failure to do so may be dangerous because it may cause the vehi-
cle to move unexpectedly, possibly leading to an accident.

●

If  the  vehicle  is  parked  without  setting  the  parking  brake,  confirm
that the shift lever cannot be moved out of P

*

.

*

: The shift lever will be locked if it is attempted to be shifted from P to any

other position without depressing the brake pedal. If the shift lever can be
shifted from P, there may be a problem with the shift lock system. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

Before driving the vehicle

When driving the vehicle

When parking the vehicle