Toyota Supra (2021 year). Manual in english - part 2

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folded out.

If the exterior mirrors were folded in 
via the button in the car’s interior, 
they will not be folded out when 
unlocking.

• With alarm system: The alarm 

system, refer to page , will be 
switched off.

After opening one of the front 
doors, the vehicle is ready for 
operation, refer to page 41.
The light functions may depend 
on the ambient brightness.

The windows are opened, as 
long as the button on the remote 
control is pressed.

The behavior of the vehicle 
during locking with the remote 
control depends on the following 
settings, refer to page 91:
• If the locking of the vehicle is 

confirmed with a light signal 
or a sound signal.

• If the exterior mirrors are 

automatically folded in when 
the vehicle is locked. The 
exterior mirrors are not folded 

in when the hazard warning 
flashers are switched on.

• If the headlight courtesy delay 

feature is activated during 
locking.

1

Close the driver's door.

2

 Press the button on the 

remote control.

The following functions are exe-
cuted:
• All doors, the trunk lid, and 

the fuel filler flap are locked.

• With alarm system: The alarm 

system will be switched on.

If the drive-ready state is still 
switched on when you lock the 
vehicle, the vehicle horn honks 
twice. In this case, the 
drive-ready state must be 
switched off by means of the 
Start/Stop button.

Convenient opening

Opening

Press and hold the button 
on the remote control.

Locking

General information

Locking the vehicle

With Smart Key System: 
convenient closing

Safety information

WARNING

With convenient closing, body 

parts can be jammed. There is a 

risk of injury. Make sure that the 

area of movement of the doors is 

clear during convenient closing.

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The windows are closed in the 
area close to the vehicle, as 
long as the button on the remote 
control is pressed.

The function is not available for 
the first 10 seconds after lock-
ing.
• The interior lights are 

switched on, unless they were 
manually switched off. For 
switching the interior lights 
on/off manually, refer to page 
162.

• Depending on the settings, 

the exterior lighting, refer to 
page 159, will be switched on.

The light functions may depend 
on the ambient brightness.

To avoid locking the vehicle key 
in the vehicle, do not place the 
vehicle key in the cargo area.
You can set up if the doors will 

be unlocked when the trunk lid 
is opened with the remote con-
trol. Settings, refer to page 91.

You can trigger the alarm sys-
tem if you find yourself in a dan-
gerous situation.

To switch off the alarm: press 
any button.

Closing

Press and hold the button 
on the remote control after 
locking.

Switching on the interior 
and exterior lights

Press the button on the 
remote control with the 
vehicle locked.

Trunk lid

General information

Safety information

WARNING

Body parts can be jammed when 

operating the trunk lid. There is a 

risk of injury. Make sure that the 

area of movement of the trunk lid 

is clear during opening and clos-

ing.

NOTICE

During opening, the trunk lid piv-

ots back and up. There is a risk of 

damage to property. Make sure 

that the area of movement of the 

trunk lid is clear during opening 

and closing.

Unlocking

Press and hold the button 
on the remote control for 
approx. 1 second.

Panic mode

• Press the button on the 

remote control and hold 
for at least 3 seconds.

• Briefly press the button 

on the remote control 
three times in succes-
sion.

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Set the duration, refer to page 
159.

1

Remove the integrated key 
from the remote control, refer 
to page 84.

2

Place the integrated key 
underneath the battery com-
partment cover, arrow 

1

, and 

lift the cover with a lever 
movement of the integrated 
key, arrow 

2

.

3

Push battery in the direction 
of the arrow using a pointed 
object and lift it out.

4

Insert a type CR 2032 battery 
with the positive side facing 
up.

5

Press the cover closed.

6

Push the integrated key into 
the vehicle key until the inte-
grated key engages.

Additional remote controls are 
available from your Toyota 
dealer.

A lost remote control can be 
blocked and replaced by your 
Toyota dealer.
If the lost remote control has an 
assigned driver profile, refer to 
page 63, the connection to this 
remote control must be deleted. 
A new remote control can then 
be assigned to the driver profile.

A vehicle message, refer to 
page 137, is displayed.
Remote control detection by the 
vehicle may malfunction under 

Switching on the headlight 
courtesy delay feature

Press and hold the button 
on the remote control for 
approx. 1 second.

Replacing the battery

Have old batteries dis-
posed of by your Toyota 
dealer or take them to a 
collection point.

Additional remote controls

Loss of the remote con-
trols

Malfunction

General information

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the following circumstances:
• The battery of the vehicle key 

is discharged. For replacing 
the battery, refer to page 82.

• Interference of the radio con-

nection from transmission 
towers or other equipment 
with high transmitting power.

• Shielding of the remote con-

trol due to metal objects.

Do not transport the remote control 
together with metal objects.

• Interference of the radio con-

nection from mobile phones 
or other electronic devices in 
direct proximity to the remote 
control.

Do not transport the remote control 
together with electronic devices.

• Interference of radio transmis-

sion by a charging process of 
mobile devices, for instance 
charging of a mobile phone.

• The remote control is in direct 

proximity of the wireless 
charging tray.

Place the remote control down at a 
different location.

In the case of interference, the 
vehicle can be unlocked and 
locked from the outside with the 
integrated key, refer to page 84.

It is not possible to switch on the 
drive-ready state if the remote 
control has not been detected.
Proceed as follows in this case:

1

Hold the remote control with 
its back against the marked 
area on the steering column. 
Pay attention to the display in 
the instrument cluster.

2

If the remote control is 
detected: Switch on 
drive-ready state within 10 
seconds.

If the remote control is not 
detected, slightly change the 
position of the remote control 
and repeat the procedure.

What precautions can be taken 
to be able to open a vehicle with 
an accidentally locked in remote 
control?
• The options provided by the 

Switching the drive-ready 
state on via emergency 
detection of the remote con-
trol

Frequently asked ques-
tions

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Remote Services of the Toy-
ota Supra Connect app 
include the ability to lock and 
unlock a vehicle.

This requires an active Toyota 
Supra Connect contract and the 
Toyota Supra Connect app must be 
installed on a smartphone.

• Unlocking the vehicle can be 

requested via the Concierge.

An active Toyota Supra Connect 
contract is required.

The driver's door can be locked 
and unlocked without remote 
control using the integrated key.
The integrated key also fits the 
glove compartment.

Press the button, arrow 

1

, and 

pull out the integrated key, arrow 

2

.

1

Pull and hold the door handle 
outward with one hand.

2

Guide one finger of your 
other hand from the back 

Integrated key

General information

Safety information

WARNING

For some country versions, 

unlocking from the inside is only 

possible with special knowledge.

Persons who spend a lengthy 

time in the vehicle while being 

exposed to extreme tempera-

tures are at risk of injury or death. 

Do not lock the vehicle from the 

outside when there are people in 

it.

NOTICE

The door lock is permanently 

joined with the door. The door 

handle can be moved. When pull-

ing the door handle with the inte-

grated key inserted, paint or the 

integrated key can be damaged. 

There is a risk of damage to prop-

erty. Remove the integrated key 

before pulling the outside door 

handle.

Removing

Locking/unlocking via the 
door lock

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under the cover and push the 
cover out.

Use the thumb for counter support 

to prevent the cover from falling out 

of the door handle.

3

Remove the cover.

4

Unlock or lock the door lock 
using the integrated key.

The other doors must be 
unlocked or locked from the 
inside.

The activated alarm system is 
triggered when the door is 
opened, if the vehicle has been 
unlocked via the door lock.
The alarm system is not 
switched on if the vehicle is 
locked with the integrated key.

In the event of a severe acci-
dent, the vehicle is automatically 
unlocked. The hazard warning 
system and interior lights come 
on.

Buttons for the central locking 
system.

• The fuel filler flap remains 

unlocked.

• The vehicle is not secured 

against theft when locking.

Alarm system

Buttons for the central 
locking system

General information

Overview

Locking

Press the button with the 
front doors closed.

Unlocking

Press the button.

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 Press the button to 

unlock all the doors.

Pull the door opener above the 
armrest.

• Pull the door handle on the 

door to open the door. The 
other doors remain locked.

The vehicle can be accessed 
without operating the vehicle 
key.
Carrying the vehicle key with 
you, e.g., in your pants pocket, 
is sufficient.
The vehicle automatically 
detects the remote control when 
it is in close proximity or in the 
car's interior.

Comfort entry supports the fol-
lowing functions:
• Unlocking and locking the 

vehicle from the door handle.

• To lock the vehicle, the 

remote control must be 
located outside of the vehicle 
near the doors.

• The next unlocking and lock-

ing cycle is not possible until 
after approx. 2 seconds.



The driver should always 
carry the remote control on 
their person and take it with 
them when they leave the 
vehicle.



Depending on the location of 
the vehicle or the surround-
ing radio wave conditions, the 
remote control may not oper-
ate normally. Make sure not to 
carry the remote control with 
an electronic device, such as 
a mobile phone or computer.



Make sure to always take the 
remote control with you when 
you leave the vehicle, in case 
the battery of the remote con-
trol is depleted or the remote 
control is malfunctioning.

Opening

Smart Key System

Concept

General information

Functional requirements

Important points

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Safety notes

WARNING

The vehicle transmits radio waves 

whenever the Smart Key System 

is used to lock or unlock the 

doors, open the trunk lid, or when 

the engine switch is operated. 

Therefore, this system may affect 

the operation of implantable car-

diac pacemakers and implantable 

cardioverter defibrillators.

Persons with implantable cardiac 

pacemakers or implantable car-

dioverter defibrillators should stay 

22 cm or more away from the 

vehicle when opening or closing a 

door. Also, they should refrain 

from leaning on the vehicle or 

looking through the windows from 

outside when a door is opened or 

closed.

Users of any electrical medical 

device other than implantable car-

diac pacemakers, cardiac resyn-

chronization therapy-pacemakers 

or implantable cardioverter 

defibrillators should consult their 

doctor or the manufacturer of the 

device for information about its 

operation under the influence of 

radio waves.

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Near the front of the center console
Near the rear of the center console
In the luggage compartment and near the rear bumper
Near each door and door handle

The behavior of the vehicle 
during unlocking via the Smart 
Key System depends on the fol-
lowing settings, refer to page 91:
• If the unlocking of vehicle is 

confirmed with a light signal 
or a sound signal.

• If the welcome light, refer to 

page 159, is switched on 
when the vehicle is being 

unlocked.

• If the exterior mirrors are 

automatically folded out and 
in when the vehicle is 
unlocked and locked.

Effective range (areas within which Smart Key System radio 
waves are transmitted)

A

B

C

D

Unlocking

General information

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Grasp the handle of a vehicle 
door completely.
In addition, the following func-
tions are executed:
• If a driver profile was 

assigned to the vehicle key, 
this driver profile will be acti-
vated and the settings that 
are stored in it will be applied.

• The interior lights are 

switched on, unless they were 
manually switched off.

• Folded in exterior mirrors are 

folded out.

If the exterior mirrors were folded in 
via the button in the car’s interior, 
they will not be folded out when 
unlocking.

• With alarm system: The alarm 

system will be switched off.

The behavior of the vehicle 
during locking via the Smart Key 
System depends on the follow-
ing settings, refer to page 91:

• If the locking of the vehicle is 

confirmed with a light signal 
or a sound signal.

• If the exterior mirrors are 

automatically folded in when 
the vehicle is locked. The 
exterior mirrors are not folded 
in when the hazard warning 
flashers are switched on.

• If the headlight courtesy delay 

feature is activated during 
locking.

Close the driver's door.

Touch the grooved surface on 
the handle of a closed vehicle 
door with your finger for approx. 
1 second without grasping the 
door handle.
The following functions are exe-
cuted:
• All doors, the trunk lid, and 

the fuel filler flap are locked.

• With alarm system: The alarm 

system will be switched on.

Unlocking the vehicle

Locking

General information

Locking the vehicle

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To avoid locking the vehicle key 
in the vehicle, do not place the 
vehicle key in the cargo area.
Depending on the vehicle equip-
ment and country version, it is 
also possible to have the doors 
unlocked. To perform settings, 
refer to page 91.

When unlocking with the vehicle 
key, refer to page 81, the doors 
may also be unlocked.

Trunk lid

General information

Safety information

WARNING

Body parts can be jammed when 

operating the trunk lid. There is a 

risk of injury. Make sure that the 

area of movement of the trunk lid 

is clear during opening and clos-

ing.

NOTICE

During opening, the trunk lid piv-

ots back and up. There is a risk of 

damage to property. Make sure 

that the area of movement of the 

trunk lid is clear during opening 

and closing.

NOTICE

When closing the trunk lid, make 

sure that the straps of the luggage 

cover are not caught.
If a strap is caught on the luggage 

cover, when the trunk lid is 

closed, the strap hanger on the 

trunk lid may be damaged.

Opening and closing

Opening from the outside

Press and hold the button 
on the remote control for 
approx. 1 second.

Opening from the inside

Press the button in the 
storage compartment of 
the driver's door.

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Grasp the recess grips and pull 
the trunk lid down.

Pull the handle inside the cargo 
area.
The trunk lid unlocks.

Depending on the package and 
country version, various settings 
are available for the remote con-
trol functions.
These settings are stored for the 
driver profile currently used.

Via Toyota Supra Command:

1

"My Vehicle"

2

"Vehicle settings"

3

"Doors/Key"

4

 "Driver's door" or   "All 

doors"

5

Select the desired setting:

• "Driver's door only"

Only the driver's door and the fuel 
filler flap are unlocked. Pressing 
again unlocks the entire vehicle.

• "All doors"

The entire vehicle is unlocked.

Depending on the vehicle equip-
ment and country version, this 
setting may not be offered.
Via Toyota Supra Command:

1

"My Vehicle"

2

"Vehicle settings"

3

"Doors/Key"

4

 "Tailgate" or 

 "Tail-

gate and door(s)"

5

Select the desired setting:

• "Tailgate"

The trunk lid is opened.

• "Tailgate and door(s)"

The trunk lid is opened and the 
doors are unlocked.

Closing

Trunk emergency unlocking

Settings

General information

Unlocking

Doors

Trunk lid

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Via Toyota Supra Command:

1

"My Vehicle"

2

"Driver profiles"

3

Select driver profile.

 The setting can be made for the 

driver profile marked with this sym-

bol.

4

"Last seat position automatic"

When the vehicle is unlocked, 
the driver's seat and exterior 
mirrors resume their last set 
positions.
The most recent position is inde-
pendent of the positions saved 
via the seat memory.

Via Toyota Supra Command:

1

"My Vehicle"

2

"Vehicle settings"

3

"Doors/Key"

4

Deactivate or activate the 
desired confirmation signals:

• "Flash for lock/unlock"

Unlocking is signaled by two 
flashes, locking by one.

Via Toyota Supra Command:

1

"My Vehicle"

2

"Vehicle settings"

3

"Doors/Key"

4

Select desired setting:

• "Lock automatically"

The vehicle locks automatically 
after a short period of time if no 
door is opened after unlocking.

• "Lock after starting to drive"

The vehicle locks automatically 
after you drive off.

Via Toyota Supra Command:

1

"My Vehicle"

2

"Vehicle settings"

3

"Doors/Key"

4

"Unlock at end of trip"

After drive-ready state is switched 

off by pressing the Start/Stop but-

ton, the locked vehicle is automati-

cally unlocked.

Via Toyota Supra Command:

1

"My Vehicle"

2

"Vehicle settings"

3

"Doors/Key"

4

"Fold mirrors in when locked"

The exterior mirrors are automati-

cally folded in during locking.

Via Toyota Supra Command:

1

"My Vehicle"

Adjusting the last seat and 
mirror position

Confirmation signals from 
the vehicle

Automatic locking

Automatic unlocking

Folding mirrors automati-
cally

Establishing idle state 
after opening the front 
doors

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"Vehicle settings"

3

"Doors/Key"

4

"Turn off after door opening"

Opening the front doors establishes 

the idle state, refer to page 40.

When the vehicle is locked, the 
vehicle alarm system reacts to 
the following changes:
• Opening a door, the hood or 

the trunk lid.

• Movements in the car's inte-

rior.

• Changes in the vehicle tilt, e. 

g., during attempts at stealing 
a wheel or when towing the 
vehicle.

• Disconnected battery voltage.
• Improper use of the socket for 

OBD Onboard Diagnosis.

• Locking the vehicle while a 

device is connected to the 
socket for the OBD Onboard- 
Diagnosis. For socket for the 
OBD Onboard Diagnosis, 
refer to page 308

The alarm system signals the 
following changes visually and 
acoustically:
• Acoustic alarm: Depending on 

local regulations, the acoustic 
alarm may be suppressed.

• Visual alarm: By flashing of 

the hazard warning system 
and headlights, where 

required.

Do not modify the system to 
ensure function of the alarm 
system.

When you unlock and lock the 
vehicle, either with the remote 
control or with Comfort entry, the 
alarm system is switched off and 
on at the same time.

The alarm system is triggered 
when a door is opened if the 
door was unlocked using the 
integrated key in the door lock.
Switching off the alarm, refer to 
page 95.

The trunk lid can be opened 
even when the alarm system is 
switched on.
After the trunk lid is closed, it is 
locked and monitored again pro-
vided the doors are locked. The 
hazard warning system flashes 
once.

You can trigger the alarm sys-

Alarm system

General information

Switching on/off

Opening the doors with 
the alarm system switched 
on

Opening the trunk lid with 
the alarm system switched 
on

Panic mode

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tem if you find yourself in a dan-
gerous situation.

To switch off the alarm: press 
any button.

• The indicator light flashes 

briefly every 2 seconds: The 
alarm system is switched on.

• Indicator light flashes for 

approx. 10 seconds, then it 
flashes briefly every 2 sec-
onds: Interior motion sensor 
and tilt alarm sensor are not 
active, as doors, hood, or 
trunk lid are not correctly 
closed. Correctly closed 
access points are secured.

When the still open access points 
are closed, interior motion sensor 
and tilt alarm sensor will be 
switched on.

• The indicator light goes out 

after unlocking: The vehicle 
has not been tampered with.

• The indicator light flashes 

after unlocking until 
drive-ready state is switched 
on, but no longer than approx. 
5 minutes: An alarm has been 
triggered.

The tilt of the vehicle is moni-
tored.
The alarm system responds in 
situations such as attempts to 
steal a wheel or when the vehi-
cle is towed.

The car's interior is monitored to 
the height of the seats. The 
alarm system is switched on 
together with the interior motion 
sensor even when the window is 
open. Falling objects such as 
leaves can trigger the alarm 
unintentionally.

The tilt alarm sensor and interior 
motion sensor can trigger an 
alarm, although no unauthorized 
action occurred.
Possible situations for an 
unwanted alarm:

• Press the button on the 

remote control and hold 
for at least 3 seconds.

• Briefly press the button 

on the remote control 
three times in succes-
sion.

Indicator light on the inte-
rior mirror

Tilt alarm sensor

Interior motion sensor

Avoiding unintentional 
alarms

General information

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• In automatic vehicle washes.
• In duplex garages.
• During transport on trains car-

rying vehicles, at sea or on a 
trailer.

• With animals in the vehicle.
• When the vehicle is locked 

after start of fueling.

The tilt alarm sensor and the 
interior motion sensor can be 
switched off in such situations.

The indicator light lights up for 
approx. 2 seconds and then 
continues to flash.
The tilt alarm sensor and interior 
motion sensor are switched off 
until the vehicle is locked again.

• Unlock the vehicle with the 

remote control.

• Unlock the vehicle with the 

integrated key and activate 
the drive-ready state via 
emergency detection of the 
vehicle key, refer to page 82.

• With Smart Key System: 

when carrying the vehicle key, 
grasp the driver’s door or front 
passenger door handle com-

pletely.

The windows can be opened 
with the vehicle key from the 
outside as well as closed with 
Smart Key System.
Additional information: Vehicle 
key, refer to page 78.

The windows can be operated 
under the following conditions.

Switching off the tilt alarm 
sensor and interior motion 
sensor

Press the button on the 
remote control within 10 
seconds as soon as the 
vehicle is locked.

Switching off the alarm

Power windows

General information

Safety information

WARNING

When operating the windows, 

body parts and objects can be 

jammed. There is a risk of injury 

or risk of damage to property. 

Make sure that the area of move-

ment of the windows is clear 

during opening and closing.

Overview

Power windows

Functional requirements

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• Standby state is established.
• Drive-ready state is activated.
The remote control must be in 
the car’s interior.

•

 Press the switch to the 

resistance point.

The window opens while the switch 
is being held.

•

 Press the switch 

beyond the resistance point.

The window opens automatically. 
Pressing the switch again stops the 
motion.

•

 Pull the switch to the 

resistance point.

The window closes while the switch 
is being held.

•

 Pull the switch beyond 

the resistance point.

The window closes automatically if 
the door is closed. Pulling again 
stops the motion.

The jam protection prevents 
objects or body parts becoming 
jammed between the door frame 
and window while a window is 
being closed.

If resistance or a blockage is 
detected while a window is 
being closed, the closing action 
is interrupted and the window 
opens slightly.

In case of danger from the out-
side or if ice might prevent nor-
mal closing, proceed as follows:

1

 Pull the switch past the 

resistance point and hold it 
there.

The window closes with limited jam 

protection. If the closing force 

exceeds a specific threshold, clos-

ing is interrupted.

2

 Pull the switch past the 

resistance point again within 
approx. 4 seconds and hold it 
there.

The window closes without jam pro-

tection.

Opening

Closing

Jam protection system

Concept

General information

Safety information

WARNING

Accessories on the windows such 

as antennas can impact jam pro-

tection. There is a risk of injury. 

Do not install accessories in the 

area of movement of the win-

dows.

Closing without the jam pro-
tection system

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This chapter describes all stan-
dard, country-specific and 
optional features offered with 
the series. It also describes fea-
tures and functions that are not 
necessarily available in your 
vehicle, e.g., due to the selected 
options or country versions. This 
also applies to safety-related 
functions and systems. When 
using these functions and sys-
tems, the applicable laws and 
regulations must be observed.

An ideal seating position that 
meets the needs of the occu-
pants can make a vital contribu-
tion to relaxed, fatigue-free 
driving.
In the event of an accident, the 
correct seating position plays an 
important role. Follow the infor-
mation in the following chapters:
• Seats, refer to page 97.
• Safety belts, refer to page 

101.

• Head restraints, refer to page 

105.

• Airbags, refer to page 164.

Seats, mirrors, and 

steering wheel

Vehicle features and 
options

Sitting safely

Seats

Safety information

WARNING

Seat adjustments while driving 

can lead to unexpected move-

ments of the seat. Vehicle control 

could be lost. There is a risk of an 

accident. Only adjust the seat on 

the driver's side when the vehicle 

is stationary.

WARNING

With a backrest inclined too far to 

the rear, the efficacy of the safety 

belt can no longer be ensured. 

There is a risk of sliding under the 

safety belt in an accident. There is 

a risk of injuries or danger to life. 

Adjust the seat prior to starting the 

trip. Adjust the backrest so that it 

is in the most upright position as 

possible and do not adjust again 

while driving.

WARNING

There is a risk of jamming when 

moving the seats. There is a risk 

of injury or risk of damage to prop-

erty. Make sure that the area of 

movement of the seat is clear 

prior to any adjustment.

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Backrest angle

2

Height

3

Backrest width

4

Lumbar support

5

Forward/back

6

Seat angle

Pull the lever and apply your 
weight to or lift your weight off 
the backrest as required.

Pull the lever up or press the 
lever down repeatedly until the 
seat reaches the desired height.

Pull the lever and slide the seat 
in the desired direction.
After releasing the lever, move 
the seat gently forward or back 
to make sure it engages prop-
erly.

Manually adjustable seats

Overview

Backrest angle

6

5

4 3

2

1

Height

Forward/back

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Pull the lever up or press the 
lever down repeatedly until the 
seat reaches the desired angle.

The seat adjustment for the 
driver’s seat is stored for the 
driver profile currently used. 
When the vehicle is unlocked 
via the vehicle key, the position 
is automatically retrieved if the 
function, refer to page 63, is 
activated for this purpose.
The current seat position can be 
stored using the memory func-
tion, refer to page 108.

1

Forward/backward, height, 
seat tilt

2

Driver's seat memory

3

Backrest tilt

4

Backrest width

5

Lumbar support

Push switch forward or back-
ward.

Seat angle

Electrically adjustable 
seats

General information

Overview

Forward/backward

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Push switch up or down.

Move switch up or down.

Move switch forward or back-
ward.

The curvature of the seat back-
rest can be adjusted in a way 
that it supports the lumbar 
region of the spine. The lower 
back and the spine are sup-
ported for upright posture.

Adjusting the backrest width 
may improve lateral support 
when taking corners.

You can change the backrest 
width by adjusting the side 
wings of the backrest.

Height

Seat tilt

Backrest tilt

Lumbar support

Concept

Adjusting

• Press the front/rear sec-

tion of the button: The 
curvature is increased/ 
decreased.

• Press the upper/lower 

section of the button: 
The curvature is shifted 
up/ down.

Backrest width

Concept

General information

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The vehicle is fitted with two 
safety belts to ensure occupant 
safety. However, they can only 
offer protection when adjusted 
correctly.

Always make sure that safety 
belts are being worn by the 
occupants before driving off. 
The airbags supplement the 
safety belts as an additional 
safety device. The airbags are 
not a substitute for safety belts.
The upper shoulder strap's 
anchorage point will be correct 
for adult seat occupants of every 
build if the seat is correctly 
adjusted.

Adjusting

• Press the front section 

of the button: The back-
rest width decreases.

• Press the rear section of 

the button: The back-
rest width increases.

Safety belts

Number of safety belts and 
safety belt buckles

General information

Safety information

WARNING

Use of a safety belt to buckle 

more than one person will poten-

tially defeat the ability of the 

safety belt to serve its protective 

function. There is a risk of injuries 

or danger to life. Do not allow 

more than one person to wear a 

single safety belt. Infants and chil-

dren are not allowed on an occu-

pant's lap, but must be 

transported and secured in desig-

nated child restraint systems.

WARNING

The efficacy of safety gear, includ-

ing safety belts, can be limited or 

lost when safety belts are fas-

tened incorrectly. An incorrectly 

fastened safety belt can cause 

additional injuries, for instance in 

the event of an accident or during 

braking and evasive maneuvers. 

There is a risk of injuries or dan-

ger to life. Make sure that all 

occupants are wearing safety 

belts correctly.

WARNING

The efficacy of safety gear, includ-

ing safety belts, may not be fully 

functional or fail in the following 

situations:

• The safety belts or safety belt 

buckles are damaged, soiled, or 

changed in any other way.

• Belt tensioners or belt retractors 

were modified.

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• Wear the safety belt twist-free 

and tight to your body over 
your lap and shoulders.

• Wear the safety belt deep on 

your hips over your lap. The 
safety belt may not press on 
your stomach.

• Do not rub the safety belt 

against sharp edges, or guide 
it or jam it in across hard or 
fragile objects.

• Avoid thick clothing.
• Re-tighten the safety belt fre-

quently upward around your 
upper body.

Having a correct driving posture 
is essential for safe driving. 

Maintaining a correct driving 
posture not only helps reduce 
fatigue while driving, but helps 
ensure that the occupant protec-
tion devices, such as the seat 
belts and airbags, will operate 
correctly in a collision, reducing 
the impact to the occupants.

The most basic occupant pro-
tection device is the seat belt. 
The airbags are designed to 
supplement the seat belts, not 
be used in place of them. Wear-
ing the seat belt correctly 
ensures that the occupants are 
securely held in the seats and 
helps prevent them from con-
tacting interior parts or being 
thrown from the vehicle in a col-
lision. Therefore, it is necessary 
for all occupants to wear their 
seat belt. If a seat belt is worn 
improperly, its effectiveness as 
an occupant protection device 
will be severely reduced. Pay 
attention to the following to 
ensure the correct driving pos-
ture and use of the seat belts.

WARNING

Safety belts can be imperceptibly 

damaged in the event of an acci-

dent. There is a risk of injuries or 

danger to life. Do not modify 

safety belts, safety belt buckles, 

belt tensioners, belt retractors or 

belt anchors and keep them 

clean. Have the safety belts 

checked after an accident at the 

your Toyota dealer.

Correct use of safety belts

Correct driving posture

Correct use of the seat 
belts

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Position the head restraint so that the center of it is at the same 
height as the top of your ears
Make sure that the seat belt is not twisted
Adjust the seat so that your arms bend slightly at the elbow when 
gripping the upper part of the steering wheel
Make sure that the seat belt is snug and not loose at any point
Position the lap belt as low as possible over the hips
Sit well back in the seat with the seatback upright
Sit so your entire back is in contact with the seatback
Position the shoulder belt so that it does not contact your neck or 
slide off your shoulder

Correct driving posture and use of the seat belts

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

WARNING

Do not recline the seatback 

excessively while driving.

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Guide the safety belt slowly 
over shoulder and hip to put it 
on.

2

Insert the tongue plate into 
the safety belt buckle. The 

WARNING

To reduce the risk of sliding under 

the lap belt during a collision, do 

not recline the seat more than 

necessary. If the seat is too 

reclined, the lap belt may slide 

past the hips and apply restraint 

forces directly to the abdomen, or 

your neck may contact the shoul-

der belt, increasing the risk of 

death or serious injury in the 

event of an accident. Adjustments 

should not be made while driving 

as the seat may unexpectedly 

move and cause the driver to lose 

control of the vehicle.

WARNING

Make sure that all passengers 

wear their seat belt correctly.

Use of seat belts may be manda-

tory under local laws and regula-

tions. If a seat belt is not worn 

properly, an occupant may con-

tact interior parts or be thrown 

from the vehicle in the case of 

sudden braking or a collision, pos-

sibly resulting in death or serious 

injury. Also, if an occupant has an 

incorrect riding posture, the air-

bags will be ineffectual as occu-

pant protection devices and may 

actually cause injuries when they 

deploy.

WARNING

Correct use of the seat belts when 

pregnant:

Pregnant women must wear a 

seat belt. Consult your physician 

for advice on correct way to wear 

a seat belt. Position the lap belt as 

low as possible over the hips and 

the shoulder belt completely over 

the shoulder, passing the center 

of the chest, so that the seat belt 

does not apply any pressure to 

the abdomen.

Buckling the safety belt

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safety belt buckle must 
engage audibly.

1

Hold the safety belt firmly.

2

Press the red button in the 
safety belt buckle.

3

Guide the safety belt back 
into its roll-up mechanism.

The height of the head restraints 
cannot be adjusted.

The distance to the back of the 
head is adjusted via the back-
rest tilt.
Adjust the distance so that the 
head restraint is as close as 
possible to the back of the head.

The head restraints cannot be 
removed.

Unbuckling the safety belt

Safety belt reminder for 
driver's seat and front pas-
senger seat

Display in the instrument 
cluster

The indicator light lights up 
and a signal sounds. 
Make sure that the safety 
belts are positioned cor-
rectly. The safety belt 
reminder can also be acti-
vated if objects are placed 
on the front passenger 
seat.

Front head restraints

Safety information

WARNING

Objects on the head restraint 

reduce the protective effect in the 

head and neck area. There is a 

risk of injury.

• Do not use seat or head 

restraint covers.

• Do not hang objects, for 

instance clothes hangers, 

directly on the head restraint.

• Only use accessories that have 

been determined to be safe for 

attachment to a head restraint.

• Do not use any accessories, for 

instance pillows, while driving.

Adjusting the height

Adjusting the distance

Removing

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The mirror on the front passen-
ger side is more curved than the 
driver's side mirror.
The mirror setting is stored for 
the driver profile currently in 
use. When the vehicle is 
unlocked via the vehicle key, the 
position is automatically 
retrieved if the function, refer to 
page 63, is activated for this 
purpose.
The current exterior mirror posi-
tion can be stored using the 
memory function, refer to page 
108.

1

Adjusting

2

Selecting a mirror, Automatic 
Curb Monitor

3

Folding in and out

 Press the button.

The selected mirror moves 
along with the button move-
ment.

 To change over to the 

other mirror: Slide the switch.

In case of an electrical malfunc-
tion, adjust the mirror by press-
ing the edges of the mirror 
glass.

Exterior mirrors

General information

Safety information

WARNING

Objects reflected in the mirror are 

closer than they appear. The dis-

tance to the traffic behind could 

be incorrectly estimated, for 

instance while changing lanes. 

There is a risk of an accident. 

Estimate the distance to the traffic 

behind by looking over your 

shoulder.

Overview

Adjusting electrically

Selecting a mirror

Malfunction

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 Press the button.

Folding is only possible up to a 
speed of approx. 15 mph/20 
km/h.
Folding the mirrors in and out is 
helpful in the following situa-
tions:
• In vehicle washes.
• On narrow roads.
Mirrors that were folded in are 
folded out automatically at a 
speed of approx. 25 mph/40 
km/h.

Both exterior mirrors are auto-
matically heated as needed and 
when the drive-ready state is 
switched on.

The exterior mirror on the 
driver's side is automatically 
dimmed. Photocells in the car's 
interior mirror, refer to page 107, 
are used to control this.

If reverse gear is engaged, the 
mirror glass on the front passen-
ger side is tilted downward. This 
improves your view of the curb 
and other low-lying obstacles 
when parking, for instance.

1

 Slide the switch to the 

driver's side mirror position.

2

Engage selector lever posi-
tion R.

Slide the switch to the passen-
ger's side mirror position.

The interior mirror is dimmed 
automatically.
Photocells are used for control:
• In the mirror glass.
• On the back of the mirror.

Folding in and out

NOTICE

Depending on the vehicle width, 

the vehicle can be damaged in 

vehicle washes. There is a risk of 

damage to property. Before wash-

ing, fold in the mirrors by hand or 

with the button.

Automatic heating

Automatic dimming fea-
ture

Automatic Curb Monitor, 
exterior mirror

Concept

Activating

Deactivating

Interior mirror, automatic 
dimming feature

General information

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• Keep the photocells clean.
• Do not cover the area 

between the interior mirror 
and the windshield.

1

Fold the lever down.

2

Move the steering wheel to 
the preferred height and 
angle to suit your seating 
position.

3

Fold the lever back up.

The following settings can be 
stored and, if necessary, 
retrieved using the memory 
function:
• Seat position.
• Exterior mirror position.
• Height of the Head-up Dis-

play.

Two memory locations with dif-
ferent settings can be set for 
each driver profile, refer to page 
63.
The following settings are not 
stored:

Overview

Functional requirements

Steering wheel

Safety information

WARNING

Steering wheel adjustments while 

driving can lead to unexpected 

steering wheel movements. Vehi-

cle control could be lost. There is 

a risk of an accident. Adjust the 

steering wheel while the vehicle is 

stationary only.

Manual steering wheel 
adjustment

Memory function

Concept

General information

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• Backrest width.
• Lumbar support.

The memory buttons are located 
on the driver's seat.

1

Set the desired position.

2

 Press the button. The 

writing on the button lights 
up.

3

Press desired button 1 or 2 
while the LED is lit. A signal 
sounds.

The stored position is called up 
automatically.
Press the desired button 1 or 2.
The stored position is called up.
The procedure stops when a 
switch for setting the seat is 
pressed or one of the memory 
buttons is pressed again.
While driving, the seat position 
adjustment on the driver's side 
is interrupted after a short time.

 Press the button 

Safety information

WARNING

Using the memory function while 

driving can lead to unexpected 

seat movements. Vehicle control 

could be lost. There is a risk of an 

accident. Only retrieve the mem-

ory function when the vehicle is 

stationary.

WARNING

There is a risk of jamming when 

moving the seats. There is a risk 

of injury or risk of damage to prop-

erty. Make sure that the area of 

movement of the seat is clear 

prior to any adjustment.

Overview

Storing

Calling up settings

Seat heating

Overview

Seat heating

Switching on

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once for each temperature level.
The maximum temperature is 
reached when three LEDs are 
lit.

 Press and hold 

the button until the LEDs go out.

This chapter describes all stan-
dard, country-specific and 
optional features offered with 
the series. It also describes fea-
tures and functions that are not 
necessarily available in your 
vehicle, e.g., due to the selected 
options or country versions. This 
also applies to safety-related 
functions and systems. When 
using these functions and sys-
tems, the applicable laws and 
regulations must be observed.

Switching off

Transporting children 

safely

Vehicle features and 
options

When children are in the 
vehicle

WARNING

■

When a child is riding

Observe the following precau-

tions. Failure to do so may result 

in death or serious injury.

For effective protection in automo-

bile accidents and sudden stops, 

a child must be properly 

restrained, using a seat belt or 

child restraint system which is 

correctly installed. For installation 

details, refer to the operation 

manual enclosed with the child 

restraint system. General installa-

tion instruction is provided in this 

manual.

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WARNING

Do not allow occupants to ride 

with a child in their arms or on 

their lap. In the case of sudden 

braking or a collision, the child 

may hit their head on the instru-

ment panel or windshield, or may 

even be thrown from the vehicle.

The seat belts are designed to 

protect persons of average adult 

height and weight. A child which 

is 150 cm or shorter should be sat 

in an appropriately sized child 

restraint system, such as a Toyota 

genuine child restraint system. Do 

not allow a child to be unre-

strained in the vehicle while it is 

moving, as doing so is extremely 

dangerous.

WARNING

■

When children are in the vehi-

cle

Never leave children unattended 

in the vehicle, and never allow 

children to have or use the 

key.Children may be able to start 

the vehicle or shift the vehicle into 

neutral. There is also a danger 

that children may injure them-

selves by playing with the win-

dows or other features of the 

vehicle. In addition, heat build-up 

or extremely cold temperatures 

inside the vehicle can be fatal to 

children.

●

When the vehicle is parked 

under direct sunlight, the tem-

perature inside the vehicle can 

increase to over 122°F, even in 

winter. In this situation, occu-

pants may suffer from dehydra-

tion or heatstroke.

●

If a switch is operated acciden-

tally, it may lead to unexpected 

injuries.

●

Do not allow a child to open and 

close the doors. When closing a 

door, be careful so that the 

child’s hands and feet to not get 

caught in the door.

●

Do not allow a child to put their 

head or limbs out of the door 

window and be sure that they 

are clear of the window before 

operating the power window 

switch.

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Before using a child restraint 
system on the front passenger 
seat, ensure that the front, knee, 
and side airbags on the front 
passenger side are deacti-
vated. For automatic deactiva-
tion of frontseat passenger 
airbags, refer to page 174.

The right place for chil-
dren

Safety information

WARNING

Unattended children or animals in 

the vehicle can cause the vehicle 

to move and endanger them-

selves and traffic, for instance due 

to the following actions:

●

Pressing the Start/Stop button.

●

Releasing the parking brake.

●

Opening and closing the doors 

or windows.

●

Engaging selector lever position 

N.

●

Using vehicle equipment.

There is a risk of accidents or inju-

ries. Do not leave children or ani-

mals unattended in the vehicle. 

Take the remote control with you 

when exiting and lock the vehicle.

WARNING

A heated vehicle may result in 

death to persons, especially chil-

dren and animals. There is a risk 

of injuries or danger to life. Do not 

leave persons, especially chil-

dren and animals unattended in 

the vehicle.

WARNING

Exposure to intense sunlight can 

cause child restraint systems and 

their components to become very 

hot. Persons may sustain burn 

injuries when touching the hot 

components. There is a risk of 

injury. Do not expose the child 

restraint system to direct sunlight 

or cover where necessary. If nec-

essary, let the child restraint sys-

tem cool down before transporting 

a child. Do not leave children 

unattended in the vehicle.

Children on the front pas-
senger seat

General information

Safety information

WARNING

Active front-seat passenger air-

bags can injure a child in a child 

restraint system when the airbags 

are activated. There is a risk of 

injury. Make sure that the 

front-seat passenger airbags are 

deactivated and that the PAS-

SENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator 

light lights up.

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Pay attention to the specifica-
tions and the operating and 
safety information of the child 
restraint system manufacturer 
when selecting, installing, and 
using child restraint systems.

WARNING

The safety belt cannot be fas-

tened correctly on children shorter 

than 5 ft, 150 cm without suitable 

additional child restraint systems. 

The efficacy of safety gear, includ-

ing safety belts, can be limited or 

lost when safety belts are fas-

tened incorrectly. An incorrectly 

fastened safety belt can cause 

additional injuries, for instance in 

the event of an accident or during 

braking and evasive maneuvers. 

There is a risk of injuries or dan-

ger to life. Secure children shorter 

than 5 ft, 150 cm using suitable 

child restraint systems.

Installing child restraint 
systems

General information

Safety information

WARNING

The protective effect of child 

restraint systems and their fasten-

ing systems which have been 

damaged or exposed to an acci-

dent can be limited or lost. A child 

cannot be properly restrained in 

the event of an accident or brak-

ing and evasive maneuvers. 

There is a risk of injuries or dan-

ger to life. Do not use child 

restraint systems which have 

been damaged or exposed to an 

accident. If a child restraint sys-

tem and its fastening system has 

been damaged or exposed to an 

accident, have these systems 

checked and replaced by your 

Toyota dealer.

WARNING

The stability of the child restraint 

system is limited or compromised 

with incorrect seat adjustment or 

improper installation of the child 

seat. There is a risk of injuries or 

danger to life. Make sure that the 

child restraint system fits securely 

against the backrest. If possible, 

adjust the backrest tilt for all 

affected backrests and correctly 

adjust the seats. Make sure that 

seats and backrests are securely 

engaged or locked. If possible, 

adjust the height of the head 

restraints or remove them.

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Before installing a child restraint 
system in the front passenger 
seat, make sure that the front, 
knee and side airbags on the 
front passenger side are deacti-
vated.
Deactivate the front-seat pas-
senger airbags automatically, 
refer to page 174.

Before installing a child restraint 
system, move the front passen-
ger seat as far back as it will go 
and, if possible, bring it up to 
medium height. This seat posi-
tion and height ensure the best 
possible position for the belt and 
offers optimal protection in the 
event of an accident.
If the upper anchor of the safety 
belt is located in front of the belt 
guide of the child seat, move the 
front passenger seat carefully 

forward until the best possible 
belt guide position is reached.

Adjustable backrest width: 
before installing a child restraint 
system in the front passenger 
seat, open the backrest width 
completely. Do not change the 
backrest width again and do not 
call up a memory position.

The safety belt on the passen-
ger's side can be locked to fas-
ten child restraint systems.

1

Pull out the belt strap com-
pletely.

2

Secure the child restraint 
system with the safety belt.

3

Allow the belt strap to be 
pulled in and pull it tight 
against the child restraint 
system. The safety belt is 
locked.

On the front passenger 
seat

Deactivating airbags

WARNING

Active front-seat passenger air-

bags can injure a child in a child 

restraint system when the airbags 

are activated. There is a risk of 

injury. Make sure that the 

front-seat passenger airbags are 

deactivated and that the PAS-

SENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator 

light lights up.

Seat position and height

Backrest width

Child seat security

Locking the safety belt

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1

Unbuckle the safety belt 
buckle.

2

Remove the child restraint 
system.

3

Allow the belt strap to be 
pulled in completely.

1

Direction of travel

2

Head restraint

3

Hook for the upper retaining 
strap

4

Mounting point/eyelet

5

Vehicle floor

6

Seat

7

Upper retaining strap

1

Open the anchor cover.

Unlocking the safety belt

Child restraint systems 
with tether strap

Safety information

WARNING

If the upper retaining strap is 

incorrectly used for the child 

restraint system, the protective 

effect can be reduced. There is a 

risk of injury. Make sure that the 

upper retaining strap is not guided 

across sharp edges and without 

twisting to the upper retaining 

strap.

NOTICE

The anchors for the upper retain-

ing straps of child restraint sys-

tems are only provided for these 

retaining straps. When other 

objects are mounted, the anchors 

can be damaged. There is a risk 

of damage to property. Only 

mount child restraint systems to 

the upper retaining straps.

Anchors

Symbol

Meaning

The respective sym-
bol shows the anchor 
for the upper retaining 
strap. Seats with an 
upper top tether are 
marked with this sym-
bol. It can be found on 
the rear seat backrest 
or the rear window 
shelf.

Routing the retaining strap

Attaching the upper retain-
ing strap to the anchor

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Guide the upper retaining 
strap over the head restraint 
to the anchor.

3

Attach the hook of the retain-
ing strap to the anchor.

4

Tighten the retaining strap.

This chapter describes all stan-
dard, country-specific and 
optional features offered with 
the series. It also describes fea-
tures and functions that are not 
necessarily available in your 
vehicle, e.g., due to the selected 
options or country versions. This 
also applies to safety-related 
functions and systems. When 
using these functions and sys-
tems, the applicable laws and 
regulations must be observed.

The drive-ready state is 
switched on when you depress 
the brake pedal while pressing 
the Start/Stop button.
Pressing the Start/Stop button 
again switches drive-ready state 
back off and standby state, refer 
to page 40, is switched back on.

1

Switch on drive-ready state.

Driving

Vehicle features and 
options

Start/Stop button

Concept

Pressing the Start/Stop 
button switches 
drive-ready state on or 
off, refer to page 40.

Driving away

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Apply drive mode.

3

Release the parking brake.

4

Drive away.

1

Depress the brake pedal.

2

Press the Start/Stop button.

The ignition is activated auto-
matically for a brief time and is 
stopped as soon as the engine 
starts.
Most of the indicator/warning 
lights in the instrument cluster 
light up for a varied length of 
time.

Depending on the engine condi-
tion, the full drive power may not 
be available for approximately 
30 seconds after starting the 
engine. In this case, the vehicle 
will not accelerate as usual.

When drive-ready state is 
switched on, the tachometer 
shows the current engine 

Drive-ready state

Safety information

WARNING

If the exhaust pipe is blocked or 

ventilation is insufficient, harmful 

exhaust gases can enter into the 

vehicle. The exhaust gases con-

tain pollutants which are colorless 

and odorless. In enclosed areas, 

exhaust gases can also accumu-

lateout side of the vehicle. There 

is danger to life. Keep the exhaust 

pipe free and ensure sufficient 

ventilation.

WARNING

An unsecured vehicle can begin 

to move and possibly roll away. 

There is a risk of an accident. 

Before exiting, secure the vehicle 

against rolling.

In order to ensure that the vehicle 

is secured against rolling away, 

follow the following:

• Set the parking brake.

• On uphill grades or on a down-

hill slope, turn the front wheels 

in the direction of the curb.

• On uphill grades or on a down-

hill slope, also secure the vehi-

cle, for instance with a wheel 

chock.

NOTICE

In the case of repeated starting 

attempts or repeated starting in 

quick succession, the fuel is not 

burned or is inadequately burned. 

The catalytic converter can over-

heat. There is a risk of damage to 

property. Avoid repeated starting 

in quick succession.

Switching on drive-ready 
state

Automatic transmission

Gasoline engine

Display in the instrument 
cluster

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1

Engage selector lever posi-
tion P with the vehicle 
stopped.

2

Press the Start/Stop button.

The engine is switched off.

3

Set the parking brake.

The Auto Start/Stop function 
helps save fuel. The system 
switches off the engine during a 
stop, for instance in traffic con-
gestion or at traffic lights. 
Drive-ready state remains 
switched on. The engine starts 
automatically for driving off.

After each engine start using the 
Start/Stop button, the Auto 
Start/Stop function is ready. The 
function is activated from 
speeds of approx. 3 mph/5 
km/h.
Depending on the selected driv-
ing mode, refer to page 135, the 
system is automatically acti-
vated or deactivated.

The engine is switched off auto-
matically during a stop under the 
following conditions:



The selector lever is in selec-
tor lever position D.



The brake pedal remains 
pressed while the vehicle is 
stationary.



The driver's safety belt is 
buckled or the driver's door is 
closed.

If the engine was not switched 
off automatically when the vehi-
cle stopped, the engine can be 
switched off manually:



Press the brake pedal force-
fully again from the current 
pedal position.



Engage selector lever posi-
tion P.

If all functional preconditions are 
fulfilled, the engine switches off.

The air flow from the air condi-
tioner is reduced when the 
engine is switched off.

Switching off drive-ready 
state

Automatic transmission

Auto Start/Stop function

Concept

General information

Engine stop

Functional requirements

Manual engine stop

Air conditioner when the 
engine is switched off

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General information

The engine is not switched off 
automatically in the following sit-
uations:



In case of a steep downhill 
grade.



Brake not engaged strongly 
enough.



The external temperature is 
high and automatic air condi-
tioning is running.



The car's interior has not yet 
been heated or cooled to the 
required level.



Where there is a risk of win-
dow condensation when the 
automatic air conditioning is 
switched on.



Engine or other parts not at 
operating temperature.



Engine cooling is required.



The wheels are at a sharp 
angle or the steering wheel is 

being turned.



Vehicle battery is heavily dis-
charged.



At higher elevations.



The hood is unlocked.



The parking assistant is acti-
vated.



Stop-and-go traffic.



Selector lever position in N or 
R.



After driving in reverse.



Use of fuel with high ethanol 
content.

The engine starts automatically 
under the following precondi-
tions:



By releasing the brake pedal.

After the engine starts, acceler-
ate as usual.

After the engine switches off 
automatically, it will not start 
again automatically if any one of 
the following conditions are met:



The driver's safety belt is 
unbuckled and the driver's 
door is open.

Displays in the instrument 
cluster

The display in the 
tachometer indicates 
that the Auto Start/Stop 
function is ready for an 
Automatic engine start.
The display indicates 
that the conditions for 
an automatic engine 
stop have not been 
met.

Functional limitations

Starting the engine

Functional requirements

Driving off

Safety mode

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The hood was unlocked.

Some indicator lights light up for 
a varied length of time.
The engine can only be started 
via the Start/Stop button.

Even if driving off was not 
intended, the deactivated 
engine starts up automatically in 
the following situations:



Excessive warming of the 
car's interior when the air con-
ditioning is switched on.



Excessive cooling of the car's 
interior when the heating is 
switched on.



Where there is a risk of win-
dow condensation when the 
automatic air conditioning is 
switched on.



The steering wheel is turned.



Change from selector lever 
position D to N or R.



Change from selector lever 
position P to N, D, or R.



Vehicle battery is heavily dis-
charged.



Start of an oil level measure-
ment.

Depending on the vehicle equip-
ment and country-specific ver-

sion, the vehicle features a 
variety of sensors for assessing 
the traffic situation. The Auto 
Start/Stop function uses this 
information to adapt to various 
traffic situations in a proactive 
manner.
For instance, this applies to the 
following situations:



If a situation is detected in 
which the stopping time is 
expected to be very short, the 
engine is not switched off 
automatically. A message 
appears on the Control Dis-
play, depending on the situa-
tion.



If a situation is detected in 
which the vehicle needs to 
drive off immediately, the 
engine is started automati-
cally.

The function may be restricted if 
the navigation data is invalid, 
outdated or not available, for 
example.

The engine is not automatically 
switched off.
The engine is started during an 
automatic engine stop.

System limits

Additional functions Auto 
Start/Stop

Activating/deactivating the 
system manually

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 Press the button.

The Auto Start/Stop function is 
also deactivated in selector 
lever position M.

The Auto Start/Stop function is 
also deactivated in SPORT driv-
ing mode of the Sport mode 
switch.

■

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During an automatic engine 
stop, the vehicle can be 
switched off permanently, for 
instance when leaving it.

1

Press the Start/Stop button.



Drive-ready state is switched 
off.



Standby state is switched on.



Selector lever position P is 
engaged automatically.

2

Set the parking brake.

In certain situations, the Auto 
Start/Stop function is deacti-
vated automatically for safety 
reasons, for instance if no driver 
is detected.

The Auto Start/Stop function no 
longer switches off the engine 
automatically. A vehicle mes-
sage is displayed. It is possible 
to continue driving. Have the 
system checked by your Toyota 
dealer.

The parking brake is used to 
prevent the vehicle from rolling 
when it is parked.

Using the button

Via selector lever position

Via the Sport mode switch

Switching off the vehicle 
during an automatic engine 
stop

Automatic deactivation

General information

Malfunction

Parking brake

Concept

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To use as emergency brake 
while driving:
Pull the switch and hold it. The 
vehicle brakes hard while the 
switch is being pulled.
A vehicle message is displayed.
If the vehicle is slowed down to 

Safety information

WARNING

An unsecured vehicle can begin 

to move and possibly roll away. 

There is a risk of an accident. 

Before exiting, secure the vehicle 

against rolling.
In order to ensure that the vehicle 

is secured against rolling away, 

follow the following:

●

Set the parking brake.

●

On uphill grades or on a down-

hill slope, turn the front wheels 

in the direction of the curb.

●

On uphill grades or on a down-

hill slope, also secure the vehi-

cle, for instance with a wheel 

chock.

WARNING

Unattended children or animals in 

the vehicle can cause the vehicle 

to move and endanger them-

selves and traffic, for instance due 

to the following actions:

●

Pressing the Start/Stop button.

●

Releasing the parking brake.

●

Opening and closing the doors 

or windows.

●

Engaging selector lever position 

N.

●

Using vehicle equipment.

There is a risk of accidents or inju-

ries. Do not leave children or ani-

mals unattended in the vehicle. 

Take the remote control with you 

when exiting and lock the vehicle.

Overview

Parking brake

Setting

With a stationary vehicle

Pull the switch.
The LED lights up.
The indicator light in the 
instrument cluster illumi-
nates red. The parking 
brake is set.

While driving

The indicator light in the 
instrument cluster illumi-
nates red, a signal 
sounds, and the brake 
lights illuminate.

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a speed of approx. 2 mph/3 
km/h the parking brake is set.

1

Switch on drive-ready state.

2

 Press the switch while 

the brake is pressed or selec-
tor lever position P is set.

The LED and indicator light go out.
The parking brake is released.

The parking brake is released 
automatically when you drive 
away.
The LED and indicator light go 
out.

In the event of a failure or mal-
function of the parking brake:
Secure the vehicle against roll-
ing away, for instance with a 
wheel chock, after existing the 
vehicle.

To reestablish parking brake 
functionality after a power fail-
ure:

1

Switch on standby state.

2

 Pull the switch while 

stepping on the brake pedal 
or selector lever position P is 
set and then push.

This process may take a few 
seconds. Any sounds associ-
ated with this are normal.

When driving and during opera-
tion of the turn signals or hazard 
warning system, do not fold in 
the exterior mirrors, so that the 
signal lights on the exterior mir-
ror are easy to see.

Press the lever past the resis-

Releasing

Releasing manually

Automatic release

Malfunction

After a power failure

The indicator light is no 
longer illuminated as 
soon as the parking 
brake is ready for oper-
ation again.

Turn signal, high beams, 
headlight flasher

Turn signal

Turn signal in exterior mirror

Using turn signals

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tance point.

Lightly tap the lever up or down.
The triple turn signal duration 
can be adjusted.
Via Toyota Supra Command:

1

"My Vehicle"

2

"Vehicle settings"

3

"Exterior lighting"

4

"One-touch turn signal"

5

Select the desired setting.

The setting is stored for the 
driver profile currently used.

Press the lever to the resistance 
point and hold it there for as 
long as you want the turn signal 
to flash.

Push the lever forward or pull it 
backward.

1

High beams on, arrow 

1

.

The high beams light up when the 

low beams are switched on.

2

High beams off/headlight 
flasher, arrow 

2

.

Do not use the wipers if the 
windshield is dry, as this may 
damage the wiper blades or 
cause them to become worn 
more quickly.

Triple turn signal activation

Signaling briefly

High beams, headlight 
flasher

Washer/wiper system

General information

Safety information

WARNING

If the wipers start moving in the 

folded away state, body parts can 

be jammed or damage may occur 

to parts of the vehicle. There is a 

risk of injury or risk of damage to 

property. Make sure that the vehi-

cle is switched off when the wip-

ers are in the folded away state 

and the wipers are folded in when 

switching on.

NOTICE

If the wipers are frozen to the 

windshield, the wiper blades can 

be torn off and the wiper motor 

can overheat when switching on. 

There is a risk of damage to prop-

erty. Defrost the windshield prior 

to switching the wipers on.

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Press the lever up until the 
desired position is reached.



Resting position of the wipers, 
position 

0

.



Rain sensor, position 

1

.



Normal wiper speed, position 

2

.



Fast wiper speed, position 

3

.

When travel is interrupted with 
the wiper system switched on: 
when travel continues, the wip-
ers resume at their previous 
speed.

Press the lever down.



Switching off: press the lever 
down until it reaches its stan-

dard position.



Brief wipe: press the lever 
down from the standard posi-
tion.

The lever automatically returns to 
its initial position when released.

The rain sensor automatically 
controls the time between wipes 
depending on the intensity of the 
rainfall.

The sensor is located on the 
windshield, directly in front of 
the interior mirror.

Switching on

Switching off and brief 
wipe

Rain sensor

Concept

General information

Safety information

NOTICE

If the rain sensor is activated, the 

wipers can accidentally start mov-

ing in vehicle washes. There is a 

risk of damage to property. Deac-

tivate the rain sensor in vehicle 

washes.

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Press the lever up once from its 
standard position, arrow 

1

.

Wiping is started.
The LED in the wiper lever is 
illuminated.
In frosty conditions, wiper oper-
ation may not start.

Press the lever back into the 
standard position.

Turn the thumbwheel to adjust 
the sensitivity of the rain sensor.
Upward: high rain sensor sensi-
tivity.

Downward: low rains sensor 
sensitivity.

Pull the lever.
The system sprays washer fluid 
on the windshield and activates 
the wipers briefly.

Activating

Deactivating

Adjusting the rain sensor 
sensitivity

Windshield washer system

Safety information

WARNING

The washer fluid can freeze onto 

the window at low temperatures 

and obstruct the view. There is a 

risk of an accident. Only use the 

washer systems, if the washer 

fluid cannot freeze. Use washer 

fluid with antifreeze, if needed.

NOTICE

When the washer fluid reservoir is 

empty, the wash pump cannot 

work as intended. There is a risk 

of damage to property. Do not use 

the washer system when the 

washer fluid reservoir is empty.

Cleaning the windshield

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The windshield washer nozzles 
are automatically heated while 
standby state is switched on.

The fold-out position enables 
the wipers to be folded away 
from the windshield.

Important, for instance when 
changing the wiper blades or 
when folding out under frosty 
conditions.

1

Switch on standby state.

2

Press and hold the wiper 
level down, until the wipers 
stop in a close to vertical 
position.

3

Fold the wipers all the way 
away from the windshield.

After the wipers are folded back 
down, the wiper system must be 
reactivated.

Windshield washer nozzles

Fold-away position of the 
wipers

Concept

General information

Safety information

WARNING

If the wipers start moving in the 

folded away state, body parts can 

be jammed or damage may occur 

to parts of the vehicle. There is a 

risk of injury or risk of damage to 

property. Make sure that the vehi-

cle is switched off when the wip-

ers are in the folded away state 

and the wipers are folded in when 

switching on.

NOTICE

If the wipers are frozen to the 

windshield, the wiper blades can 

be torn off and the wiper motor 

can overheat when switching on. 

There is a risk of damage to prop-

erty. Defrost the windshield prior 

to switching the wipers on.

Folding away the wipers

Folding down the wipers

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Fold the wipers back down 
onto the windshield.

2

Switch on standby state and 
press and hold the wiper 
lever down again.

3

Wipers return to their resting 
position and are ready again 
for operation.

All washer nozzles are supplied 
from one reservoir.
Use a mixture of tap water and 
windshield washer concentrate. 
If desired, a windshield washer 
concentrate containing anti-
freeze can be used.
Recommended minimum fill 
quantity:0.2 US gal/1 liter.

Washer fluid

General information

Safety information

WARNING

Some antifreeze agents can con-

tain harmful substances and are 

flammable. There is a risk of fire 

and a risk of injury. Follow the 

instructions on the containers. 

Keep antifreeze away from igni-

tion sources. Do not refill operat-

ing materials into different bottles. 

Store operating materials out of 

reach of children.
United States: the washer fluid 

mixture ratio is regulated by the 

U.S. EPA and many individual 

states; do not exceed the allow-

able washer fluid dilution ratio lim-

its that apply. Follow the usage 

instructions on the washer fluid 

container.

WARNING

Washer fluid can ignite and catch 

fire on contact with hot engine 

parts. There is a risk of injury or 

risk of damage to property. Only 

add washer fluid when the engine 

is cooled down. Next, fully close 

the lid of the washer fluid reser-

voir.

NOTICE

Silicon-containing additives in the 

washer fluid for the water-repel-

ling effect on the windows can 

lead to damage to the washing 

system. There is a risk of damage 

to property. Do not add sili-

con-containing additives to the 

washer fluid.

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The washer fluid reservoir is 
located in the engine compart-
ment.

The use of undiluted windshield 
washer concentrate or alco-
hol-based antifreeze can lead to 
incorrect readings at tempera-
tures below +5°F/-15°C.

The Automatic transmission 
combines the functions of man-
ual shifting, if needed.

Selector lever position for nor-
mal vehicle operation. All gears 
for forward travel are activated 
automatically.

Engage selector lever position R 
only when the vehicle is station-
ary.

The vehicle may be pushed or 
roll without power, for instance 
in vehicle washes, refer to page 
131, in selector lever position N.

NOTICE

Mixing different windshield 

washer concentrates or antifreeze 

can damage the washing system. 

There is a risk of damage to prop-

erty. Do not mix different wind-

shield washer concentrates or 

antifreeze. Follow the information 

and mixing ratios provided on the 

containers.

Overview

Malfunction

Automatic transmission

Concept

Safety information

WARNING

An unsecured vehicle can begin 

to move and possibly roll away. 

There is a risk of an accident. 

Before exiting, secure the vehicle 

against rolling.

In order to ensure that the vehicle 

is secured against rolling away, 

follow the following:

●

Set the parking brake.

●

On uphill grades or on a down-

hill slope, turn the front wheels 

in the direction of the curb.

●

On uphill grades or on a down-

hill slope, also secure the vehi-

cle, for instance with a wheel 

chock.

Selector lever positions

Drive mode D

Reverse R

Neutral N

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Selector lever position, for 
instance for parking the vehicle. 
The transmission blocks the 
drive wheels in selector lever 
position P.
Engage selector lever position P 
only when the vehicle is station-
ary.

■

P is engaged automatically

Selector lever position P is 
engaged automatically in situa-
tions such as the following:



After the drive-ready state is 
switched off and selector 
lever position R, D or M is 
engaged.



After the standby state has 
been switched off when selec-
tor lever position N is 
engaged.



If the driver's safety belt is 
unbuckled, the driver's door is 
opened, and the brake pedal 
is not pressed while the vehi-
cle is stationary and selector 
lever position D, M or R is 
engaged.

To prevent the vehicle from 
creeping after you select a drive 
mode, maintain pressure on the 

brake pedal until you are ready 
to start.

Only when the drive-ready state 
is switched on and the brake 
pedal is depressed is it possible 
to change from selector lever 
position P to another selector 
lever position.
The selection lever position P 
cannot be changed until all tech-
nical requirements are met.

A selector lever lock prevents 
the following faulty operation:



Unintentional shifting into 
selector lever position R.



Unintentional shifting from 
selector lever position P into 
another selector lever posi-
tion.

1

Fasten driver's safety belt.

2

Press and hold the button to 
release the selector lever 
lock.

Parking position P

Engaging selector lever 
positions

General information

Functional requirements

Engaging selector lever 
position D, N, R

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3

Push the selector lever in the 
desired direction, past a 
resistance point, if needed. 
The selector lever automati-
cally returns to the center 
position when released.

Press button P.

In some situations, the vehicle is 
to roll without its own power for 
a short distance, for instance in 
a vehicle wash, or be pushed.

1

Switch on drive-ready state 
while pressing on the brake 
pedal.

2

If necessary, release the 
parking brake.

3

Depress the brake pedal.

4

Touch the selector lever lock 
and engage selector lever 
position N.

5

Switch off drive-ready state.

In this way, standby state remains 

switched on, and a vehicle mes-

sage is displayed.
The vehicle can roll.

Irrespective of standby state, the 
selector lever position P is auto-
matically engaged after approx. 
35 minutes.
If there is a malfunction, you 
may not be able to change the 
selector lever position.
Electronically unlock the trans-
mission lock, if needed, refer to 
page 133.

Kickdown is used to achieve 
maximum driving performance.

Engaging selector lever 
position P

Rolling or pushing the 
vehicle

General information

Engaging selector lever 
position N

NOTICE

Selector lever position P is auto-

matically engaged when standby 

state is switched off. There is a 

risk of damage to property. Do not 

switch standby state off in vehicle 

washes.

Kickdown

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Step on the accelerator pedal 
beyond the resistance point at 
the full throttle position.

Manual gear-shifting is possible 
in manual mode.

Press the selector lever to the 
left from selector lever position 
D.
The engaged gear is displayed 
in the instrument cluster, for 
instance 1M.



To shift down: press the 
selector lever forward.



To shift up: pull the selector 
lever rearwards.

Push the selector lever to the 
right.

D is displayed in the instrument 
cluster.

The shift paddles on the steer-
ing wheel allow you to shift 
gears quickly while keeping both 
hands on the steering wheel.

■

Shifting

The vehicle only shifts at suit-
able engine and road speeds.

■

Short-term manual mode

In selector lever position D, 
actuating a shift paddle switches 
into manual mode temporarily.
After conservative driving in 
manual mode without accelera-
tion or shifting via the shift pad-
dles for a certain amount of 
time, the transmission switches 
back to automatic mode.
It is possible to switch into auto-
matic mode as follows:



Pull and hold right shift pad-
dle.



In addition to the briefly pulled 
right shift paddle, briefly pull 
the left shift paddle.

■

Continuous manual mode

In selector lever position M, 
actuating a shift paddle switches 

Manual mode

Concept

Activating manual mode

Shifting

Ending the manual mode

Shift paddles

Concept

General information

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into manual mode permanently.



Shifting up: pull the right shift 
paddle.



Shifting down: pull left shift 
paddle.



Downshifting to the lowest 
possible gear: keep the left 
shift paddle pulled.

The selected gear is briefly dis-
played in the instrument cluster, 
followed by the current gear.

Electronically unlock the trans-
mission lock to maneuver vehi-

cle from a danger area.
Unlocking is possible, if the 
starter can spin the engine.
Before unlocking the transmis-
sion lock, set the parking brake 
to prevent the vehicle from roll-
ing away.

1

Press and hold down brake 
pedal.

2

Press the Start/Stop button. 
The starter must audibly 
start. Hold the Start/Stop but-
ton pressed.

3

With your free hand, press 
the button on the selector 
lever, arrow 

1

, and press the 

selector lever into selector 
lever position N and hold, 
arrow N, until selector lever 
position N is displayed in the 
instrument cluster.

A vehicle message is displayed.

4

Release Start/Stop button 
and selector lever.

5

Release brake, as soon as 
the starter stops.

Shifting

Displays in the instrument 
cluster

The selector lever posi-
tion is displayed, for 
example P.

Electronic unlocking of 
the transmission lock

General information

Engaging selector lever 
position N

1

R

N

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Maneuver the vehicle from 
the danger area and secure it 
against moving on its own.

For additional information, see 
the chapter on tow-starting and 
towing, refer to page 325.

Launch Control enables opti-
mum acceleration on surfaces 
with good traction under dry sur-
rounding conditions.

The use of Launch Control 
causes premature component 
wear since this function rep-
resents a very heavy load for 
the vehicle.
Do not use Launch Control 
during the break-in, refer to 
page 258, period.
Do not steer the steering wheel 
when driving off with Launch 
Control.

Launch Control is available 
when the engine is at operating 
temperature. The engine is at 
operating temperature after an 
uninterrupted trip of at least 6 
miles/10 km.

1

Switch on drive-ready state.

2

Press the sport button.

SPORT will be displayed on the 

instrument cluster, indicating sport 

mode has been selected.

3

 Press the button.

TRACTION will be displayed on the 

instrument cluster and the VSC 

OFF indicator lamp will illuminate.

4

Select the D selector lever 
position.

5

Firmly depress the brake 
pedal with your left foot.

6

Fully depress and hold the 
accelerator pedal at the kick-
down position.

A flag symbol will be shown in the 

instrument cluster.

7

The engine speed will be 
adjusted for launching. 
Release the brake pedal 
within 3 seconds.

After Launch Control has been 
used, the transmission must 
cool down for approx. 5 minutes 
before Launch Control can be 
used again. Launch Control 
adjusts to the surrounding con-
ditions, when used again.

To increase vehicle stability, 
activate VSC Vehicle Stability 

Launch Control

Concept

General information

Functional requirements

Start with launch control

Repeated use during a trip

After using Launch Control

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Control System again as soon 
as possible.

An experienced driver may be 
able to achieve better accelera-
tion values in VSC OFF mode.

The Sport mode button influ-
ences the driving dynamics 
properties of the vehicle.

The following systems are 
affected, for instance:



Engine characteristics.



Automatic transmission.



Adaptive variable suspension.



Steering.



Display in the instrument clus-
ter.



Cruise control.

When drive-ready state is 
switched on, the NORMAL driv-
ing mode is selected automati-
cally.

System limits

Sport mode button

Concept

General information

Overview

Displays in the instrument 
cluster

The selected driving 
mode is displayed in 
the instrument cluster.

Driving modes

Button in the vehicle

Button

Driving 

mode

Configu-

ration

SPORT

SPORT

Custom-

ize

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Concept

Balanced tuning between 
dynamic and efficient driving.

■

Concept

Dynamic tuning for higher agility 
with an optimized chassis and 
suspension.

■

Switching on

■

Concept

Customize settings can be 
adjusted in the customize driv-
ing mode.

■

Configuration

Via Toyota Supra Command:

1

"My Vehicle"

2

"Vehicle settings"

3

"Configure SPORT INDIVID-
UAL"

4

Select the desired setting.

The setting is stored for the 
driver profile currently used.
Reset Customize to the stan-
dard settings:
"Reset to SPORT STANDARD".

This chapter describes all stan-
dard, country-specific and 
optional features offered with 
the series. It also describes fea-
tures and functions that are not 
necessarily available in your 
vehicle, e.g., due to the selected 
options or country versions. This 
also applies to safety-related 
functions and systems. When 
using these functions and sys-
tems, the applicable laws and 
regulations must be observed.

The instrument cluster is a vari-
able display. When the sport 
mode switch is used to change 
the driving mode, the instrument 
cluster displays change to 
match the driving mode.

The display change in the instru-
ment cluster can be deactivated 
via Toyota Supra Command.
Some of the displays in the 
instrument cluster may differ 
from the illustrations in this 
Owner's Manual.

Driving modes in detail

NORMAL

SPORT

Press the button.

Customize

Displays

Vehicle features and 
options

Instrument cluster

Concept

General information

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Fuel gauge P.142

2

Speedometer

3

Tachometer P.143
Status, Sport mode switch 
P.135

4

Time P.58

5

Variable displays P.137

6

External temperature P.144

7

Engine coolant temperature 
P.144

8

Vehicle messages P.137
Range P.144

9

Transmission display P.129

10

Variable displays P.137

Speed Limit Info P.146

In some areas of the instrument 
cluster, various assistance sys-
tems, for example the cruise 
control, can be displayed. The 
displays may vary depending on 
the equipment version and 
country variant.

The display can be changed for 
sport mode.

The driving mode will change to 
sport mode.

The vehicle messages system 
monitors functions in the vehicle 
and notifies you of malfunctions 
in the monitored systems.

A vehicle messages message is 
displayed as a combination of 
indicator or warning lights and 
SMS text messages in the 
instrument cluster and, if appli-
cable, in the Head-up Display.
In addition, an acoustic signal 
may sound and an SMS text 
message may appear on the 
Control Display.

Overview

Variable displays

Sport mode display

Concept

Changing the display

Push the sport mode 
switch until SPORT is 
displayed.

Vehicle messages

Concept

General information

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Press and hold the button on the 
turn signal lever.

Some vehicle messages are 
displayed continuously and are 
not cleared until the malfunction 
is eliminated. If several malfunc-
tions occur at once, the mes-
sages are displayed 
consecutively.
The messages can be hidden 
for approx. 8 seconds. After this 
time, they are displayed again 
automatically.

Some vehicle messages are 
hidden automatically after 
approx. 20 seconds. The vehicle 
messages are stored and can 
be displayed again later.

Via Toyota Supra Command:

1

"My vehicle"

2

"Vehicle status"

3

"Vehicle messages"

4

Select the SMS text mes-
sage.

SMS text messages in combina-
tion with a symbol in the instru-
ment cluster explain a vehicle 
message and the meaning of 
the indicator/warning lights.

Additional information, such as 
the reason for an error or mal-
function or the required action, 
can be called up via vehicle 
messages.
With urgent messages the 
added text will be automatically 
displayed on the Control Dis-
play.
Depending on the vehicle mes-
sage, further help can be 
selected.
Via Toyota Supra Command:

1

"My vehicle"

Hiding vehicle messages

Continuous display

Temporary display

Displaying stored vehicle 
messages

Display

Vehicle messages

At least one vehicle 
messages message is 
displayed or is stored.

SMS text messages

Supplementary SMS text 
messages

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"Vehicle status"

3

"Vehicle messages"

4

Select the desired text mes-
sage.

5

Select desired setting

Certain messages displayed 
while driving are displayed 
again after drive-ready state is 
switched off.

Indicator/warning lights in the 
instrument cluster display the 
status of some functions in the 
vehicle and indicate when a 
malfunction is present in the 
monitored systems.

The indicator/warning lights can 
light up in a variety of combina-
tions and colors.
Several of the lights are 
checked for proper functioning 
and light up temporarily when 
drive-ready state is switched on.

Messages after trip comple-
tion

Indicator/warning lights

Concept

General information

Red lights

Safety belt reminder

Indicator light flashes or 
is illuminated: safety 
belt on the driver or 
passenger side is not 
buckled. The safety belt 
reminder can also be 
activated if objects are 
placed on the front pas-
senger seat.
Make sure that the 
safety belts are posi-
tioned correctly.

Airbag system

Airbag system and belt 
tensioner are not work-
ing.
Have the vehicle 
checked immediately 
by your Toyota dealer.

Parking brake

The parking brake is 
set.
For releasing the park-
ing brake, refer to page 
123.

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Brake system

Braking system 
impaired. Continue to 
drive moderately.
Have the vehicle 
checked immediately 
by your Toyota dealer.

Yellow lights

Anti-lock Braking System 
ABS

Braking force boost 
may not be working. 
Avoid abrupt braking. 
Take the longer brak-
ing distance into 
account.
Have the system imme-
diately checked by your 
Toyota dealer.

VSC Vehicle Stability Con-
trol System

The indicator light 
flashes: VSC controls 
the drive and braking 
forces. The vehicle is 
stabilized. Reduce 
speed and modify your 
driving style to the driv-
ing circumstances.
The indicator light lights 
up: VSC has malfunc-
tioned.
Have the system imme-
diately checked by a 
dealer’s service center 
or another qualified ser-
vice center or repair 
shop.
VSC, refer to page 200.

VSC Vehicle Stability Con-
trol System is deactivated or 
Traction mode is activated

VSC is deactivated or 
Traction mode is acti-
vated.
VSC, refer to page 200, 
and Traction mode, 
refer to page 202.

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Tire Pressure Monitor TPM

The indicator light lights 
up: the Tire Pressure 
Monitor reports a low 
tire inflation pressure or 
a flat tire. Follow the 
information in the vehi-
cle message.
The indicator light 
flashes and then con-
tinuously lights up: no 
flat tire or loss of tire 
inflation pressure can 
be detected.



Interference caused 
by systems or 
devices with the 
same radio fre-
quency: after leaving 
the area of the inter-
ference, the system 
automatically 
becomes active 
again.



A wheel without TPM 
wheel electronics is 
mounted: have it 
checked by your Toy-
ota dealer as needed.



Malfunction: have the 
system checked by 
your Toyota dealer.

Tire Pressure Monitor, 
refer to page 288.

Steering system

Steering system may 
not be working.
Have the system 
checked by your Toyota 
dealer.

Emissions



The warning light 
lights up:

Emissions are deterio-
rating. Have the vehi-
cle checked as soon 
as possible.



The warning light 
flashes under certain 
circumstances:

This indicates that 
there is excessive mis-
firing in the engine.
Reduce the vehicle 
speed and have the 
system checked imme-
diately; otherwise, seri-
ous engine misfiring 
within a brief period 
can seriously damage 
emission control com-
ponents, in particular 
the catalytic converter.
Socket for Onboard 
Diagnosis, refer to page 
308.

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The current fill level of the fuel 
tank is displayed.

Vehicle tilt position may cause 
the display to vary.
Information on refueling, refer to 
page 268.

Green lights

Turn signal

Turn signal switched 
on.
Unusually rapid flash-
ing of the indicator light 
indicates that a turn sig-
nal bulb has failed.
Turn signal, refer to 
page 123.

Parking lights

Parking lights are 
switched on.
Parking lights/low 
beams, refer to page 
157.

Low beams

Low beams are 
switched on.
Parking lights/low 
beams, refer to page 
157.

Lane departure warning

The indicator light lights 
up: the system is acti-
vated. A lane marking 
was detected on at 
least one side of the 
vehicle and warnings 
can be issued.
Lane departure warn-
ing, refer to page 188.

Automatic high-beam

Automatic high-beam is 
switched on.
High beams are 
switched on and off 
automatically depend-
ing on the traffic situa-
tion.
Automatic high-beam, 
refer to page 160.

Blue lights

High beams

High beams are 
switched on.
High beams, refer to 
page 124.

Fuel gauge

Concept

General information

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Always avoid engine speeds in 
the red warning field. In this 
range, the fuel supply is reduced 
to protect the engine.

Depending on the vehicle equip-
ment, the shift position indica-
tors on the tachometer indicate 
the maximum shift point at 
which the best possible acceler-
ation can be achieved.

When the selected driving mode 
is sport mode, a shift light will be 
displayed.

1

Select SPORT using the 
sport mode switch.

2

Activate manual mode of the 
transmission.

• Successive orange illumi-

nated fields indicate the 
upcoming shift moment.

• The field lights up red. Do not 

wait any further to shift.

When the maximum speed is 
reached, the entire display 
flashes red and the supply of 
fuel is interrupted in order to 
protect the engine.

Display

An arrow beside the 
fuel pump symbol 
shows which side of the 
vehicle the fuel filler 
flap is on.

Indicator light in the 
instrument cluster

The yellow indicator 
light illuminates, once 
the fuel reserve is 
reached.

Tachometer

Shift lights

Concept

Functional requirement

Switching on shift lights

Display

Standby state and 
drive-ready state

The letters OFF in the 
tachometer indicate 
that drive-ready state is 
switched off and 
standby state is 
switched on.