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4-1. Before driving

WARNING

Do not touch the exhaust pipes 

while the engine is running or 

immediately after turning the 

engine off.

Doing so may cause burns.

When taking a nap in the vehi-

cle

Always turn the engine off. Other-

wise, if you accidentally move the 

shift lever or depress the acceler-

ator pedal, this could cause an 

accident or fire due to engine 

overheating. Additionally, if the 

vehicle is parked in a poorly venti-

lated area, exhaust gases may 

collect and enter the vehicle, lead-

ing to death or a serious health 

hazard.

When braking

When the brakes are wet, drive 

more cautiously.

Braking distance increases 

when the brakes are wet, and 

this may cause one side of the 

vehicle to brake differently than 

the other side. Also, the parking 

brake may not securely hold the 

vehicle.

If the brake booster device does 

not operate, do not follow other 

vehicles closely and avoid hills 

or sharp turns that require brak-

ing.

In this case, braking is still pos-

sible, but the brake pedal 

should be depressed more 

firmly than usual. Also, the brak-

ing distance will increase. Have 

your brakes fixed immediately.

Do not pump the brake pedal if 

the engine stalls.

Each push on the brake pedal 

uses up the reserve for the 

power-assisted brakes.

The brake system consists of 2 

individual hydraulic systems; if 

one of the systems fails, the 

other will still operate. In this 

case, the brake pedal should be 

depressed more firmly than 

usual and the braking distance 

will increase. Have your brakes 

fixed immediately.

If the vehicle becomes stuck

Do not spin the wheels exces-

sively when a driven wheel is up 

in the air, or the vehicle is stuck in 

sand, mud, etc. This may damage 

the driveline components or pro-

pel the vehicle forward or back-

ward, causing an accident.

NOTICE

When driving the vehicle 

(vehicles with a continuously 

variable transmission)

Do not depress the accelerator 

and brake pedals at the same 

time during driving, as this may 

restrain the engine output.

Do not use the accelerator 

pedal or depress the accelera-

tor and brake pedals at the 

same time to hold the vehicle on 

a hill.

When driving the vehicle 

(vehicles with a manual trans-

mission)

Do not depress the accelerator 

and brake pedals at the same 

time during driving, as this may 

restrain the engine output.

Do not shift gears unless the 

clutch pedal is fully depressed. 

After shifting, do not release the 

clutch pedal abruptly. Doing so 

may damage the clutch, trans-

mission and gears.

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NOTICE

Observe the following precau-

tions.

Failure to do so may cause 

excessive premature wear or 

damage to the clutch, eventu-

ally making it difficult to acceler-

ate and start off from a stop. 

Have the vehicle inspected by 

your Toyota dealer.

• Do not rest your foot on the 

clutch pedal or depress it any 

time other than when shifting.

Doing so may cause clutch trou-

ble.

• Do not use any gear other than 

the 1st gear when starting off 

and moving forward. 

Doing so may damage the 

clutch.

• Do not use the clutch pedal to 

adjust vehicle speed.

Doing so may damage the 

clutch.

• When stopping the vehicle with 

the shift lever in a position other 

than N, make sure to fully 

depress the clutch pedal and 

stop the vehicle using the 

brakes.

Do not shift the shift lever to R 

without the vehicle completely 

stopped.

Doing so may damage the 

clutch, transmission and gears.

When parking the vehicle 

(vehicles with a continuously 

variable transmission)

Always set the parking brake and 

shift the shift lever to P. Failure to 

do so may cause the vehicle to 

move or the vehicle may acceler-

ate suddenly if the accelerator 

pedal is accidentally depressed.

Avoiding damage to vehicle 

parts

Do not turn the steering wheel 

fully in either direction and hold 

it there for an extended period 

of time.

Doing so may damage the 

power steering motor.

When driving over bumps in the 

road, drive as slowly as possible 

to avoid damaging the wheels, 

underside of the vehicle, etc.

For APEX models: APEX vehi-

cle height is lower than other 

vehicle grades.

Driving over rough or damaged 

road surfaces, as well as park-

ing blocks, curbs, and other 

obstacles may cause damage 

to the underside of your vehicle. 

Drive carefully under rough con-

ditions to avoid damage.

If you get a flat tire while driv-

ing

A flat or damaged tire may cause 

the following situations. Hold the 

steering wheel firmly and gradu-

ally depress the brake pedal to 

slow down the vehicle.

It may be difficult to control your 

vehicle.

The vehicle will make abnormal 

sounds or vibrations.

The vehicle will lean abnor-

mally.

Information on what to do in case 

of a flat tire (

P.528)

When encountering flooded 

roads

Do not drive on a road that has 

flooded after heavy rain etc. 

Doing so may cause the following 

serious damage to the vehicle:

Engine stalling

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Cargo capacity depends on the 
total weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load 
capacity) — (Total weight of 
occupants)
Steps for Determining Correct 
Load Limit —
(1) Locate the statement “The 
combined weight of occupants 
and cargo should never exceed 
XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your 
vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined 
weight of the driver and passen-
gers that will be riding in your 
vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined 
weight of the driver and passen-
gers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals 
the available amount of cargo 
and luggage load capacity.
For example, if the “XXX” 
amount equals 1400 lbs. and 
there will be five 150 lb passen-
gers in your vehicle, the amount 
of available cargo and luggage 
load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 − 

NOTICE

Short in electrical components

Engine damage caused by 

water immersion

In the event that you drive on a 

flooded road and the vehicle 

becomes flooded or stuck in mud 

or sand, be sure to have your Toy-

ota dealer check the following:

Brake function

Changes in the quantity and 

quality of the engine oil, tran-

saxle fluid, clutch fluid, etc.

Lubricant condition for the bear-

ings and suspension joints 

(where possible), and the func-

tion of all joints, bearings, etc.

Cargo and luggage

Take notice of the following 
information about storage 
precautions, cargo capacity 
and load:

Capacity and distribution

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750 (5 

 150) = 650 lbs.)

(5) Determine the combined 
weight of luggage and cargo 
being loaded on the vehicle. 
That weight may not safely 
exceed the available cargo and 
luggage load capacity calcu-
lated in Step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing 
a trailer, load from your trailer 
will be transferred to your vehi-
cle. Consult this manual to 
determine how this reduces the 
available cargo and luggage 
load capacity of your vehicle. 
(

P.157)

Toyota does not recommend towing 
a trailer with your vehicle. Your 
vehicle is not designed for trailer 
towing.

Cargo capacity
Total load capacity (vehicle 
capacity weight) (

P.550)

When 2 people with the com-
bined weight of A lb. (kg) are rid-
ing in your vehicle, which has a 

total load capacity (vehicle 
capacity weight) of B lb. (kg), 
the available amount of cargo 
and luggage load capacity will 
be C lb. (kg) as follows:

B

*2

 lb. (kg) - A

*1

 lb. (kg) = C

*3

 lb. 

(kg)

*1

:A =Weight of people

*2

:B =Total load capacity

*3

:C =Available cargo and luggage 

load

In this condition, if 3 more passen-
gers with the combined weight of D 
lb. (kg) get on, the available cargo 
and luggage load will be reduced E 
lb. (kg) as follows:

C lb. (kg) - D

*4

 lb. (kg) = E

*5

 lb. 

(kg)

*4

:D =Additional weight of people

*5

:E =Available cargo and luggage 

load

As shown in the example above, 
if the number of occupants 
increases, the cargo and lug-
gage load will be reduced by an 
amount that equals the 
increased weight due to the 
additional occupants. In other 
words, if an increase in the num-
ber of occupants causes an 
excess of the total load capacity 
(combined weight of occupants 
plus cargo and luggage load), 
you must reduce the cargo and 
luggage on your vehicle.

Calculation formula for 
your vehicle

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WARNING

Things that must not be car-

ried in the trunk

The following things may cause a 

fire if loaded in the trunk:

Receptacles containing gaso-

line

Aerosol cans

Storage precautions

Observe the following precau-

tions.

Failure to do so may prevent the 

pedals from being depressed 

properly, may block the driver’s 

vision, or may result in items hit-

ting the driver or passengers, pos-

sibly causing an accident.

Stow cargo and luggage in the 

trunk whenever possible.

To prevent cargo and luggage 

from sliding forward during 

braking, do not stack anything in 

the enlarged trunk. Keep cargo 

and luggage low, as close to the 

floor as possible.

When you fold down the rear 

seats, long items should not be 

placed directly behind the front 

seats.

Do not place cargo or luggage 

in or on the following locations.

• At the feet of the driver

• On the front passenger or rear 

seats (when stacking items)

• On the package tray

• On the instrument panel

• On the dashboard

Secure all items in the occupant 

compartment.

Never allow anyone to ride in 

the enlarged trunk. It is not 

designed for passengers. They 

should ride in their seats with 

their seat belts properly fas-

tened.

Capacity and distribution

Do not exceed the maximum 

axle weight rating or the total 

vehicle weight rating.

Even if the total load of occu-

pant’s weight and the cargo 

load is less than the total load 

capacity, do not apply the load 

unevenly. Improper loading may 

cause deterioration of steering 

or braking control which may 

cause death or serious injury.

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Total load capacity and seating 

capacity

These details are also described on 

the tire and loading information 

label. (

P.477)

Vehicle load limits

Vehicle load limits include 
total load capacity, seating 
capacity, towing capacity 
and cargo capacity.

Total load capacity (vehicle 
capacity weight): 

P.550

Total load capacity means the 
combined weight of occupants, 
cargo and luggage.

Seating capacity: 

P.550

Seating capacity means the max-
imum number of occupants 
whose estimated average weight 
is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person.

Towing capacity

Toyota does not recommend tow-
ing a trailer with your vehicle.

Cargo capacity

Cargo capacity may increase or 
decrease depending on the 
weight and the number of occu-
pants.

WARNING

Overloading the vehicle

Do not overload the vehicle.

It may not only cause damage to 

the tires, but also degrade steer-

ing and braking ability, resulting in 

an accident.

Trailer towing

Toyota does not recom-
mend towing a trailer with 
your vehicle. Toyota also 
does not recommend the 
installation of a tow hitch or 
the use of a tow hitch carrier 
for a wheelchair, scooter, 
bicycle, etc. Your vehicle is 
not designed for trailer tow-
ing or for the use of tow 
hitch mounted carriers.

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Dinghy towing

Your vehicle is not designed 
to be dinghy towed (with 4 
wheels on the ground) 
behind a motor home.

NOTICE

To avoid serious damage to 

your vehicle

Do not tow your vehicle with the 

four wheels on the ground.

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4-2.Driving procedures

1

Check that the parking brake 
is set. (

P.176, 177)

2

Check that the shift lever is in 
P (continuously variable 
transmission) or N (manual 
transmission).

3

Firmly depress the brake 
pedal (continuously variable 
transmission) or clutch pedal 
(manual transmission).

4

Turn the engine switch to 
START to start the engine.

If the engine does not start

The engine immobilizer system may 

not have been deactivated. (

P.80) 

Contact your Toyota dealer.

When the steering lock cannot 

be released

When starting the engine, the 

engine switch may seem stuck in 

OFF. To free it, turn the key while 

turning the steering wheel slightly 

left and right.

1

OFF (“LOCK” position)

The steering wheel is locked and 
the key can be removed. (vehicles 
with a continuously variable trans-
mission: The key can be removed 
only when the shift lever is in P.)

2

ACC (“ACC” position)

Some electrical components such 

Engine (ignition) 

switch (vehicles with-

out a smart key sys-

tem)

Starting the engine

WARNING

When starting the engine

Always start the engine while sit-

ting in the driver’s seat. Do not 

depress the accelerator pedal 

while starting the engine under 

any circumstances. Doing so may 

cause an accident resulting in 

death or serious injury.

NOTICE

When starting the engine

Do not crank the engine for 

more than 30 seconds at a time. 

This may overheat the starter 

and wiring system.

Do not race a cold engine.

If the engine becomes difficult to 

start or stalls frequently, have 

your vehicle checked by your 

Toyota dealer immediately.

Changing the engine 
switch positions

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as the audio system can be used.

3

ON ( “ON” position)

All electrical components can be 
used.

4

START ( “START” position)

For starting the engine.

Turning the key from ACC to 

OFF

1

Shift the shift lever to P (continu-

ously variable transmission) or N 

(manual transmission).

2

Push in the key and turn it to 

OFF.

Key reminder function

A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door 

is opened while the engine switch is 

in OFF or ACC to remind you to 

remove the key.

1

Check that the parking brake 
is set. (

P.176, 177)

2

Check that the shift lever is in 
P (continuously variable 
transmission) or N (manual 
transmission).

3

Firmly depress the brake 
pedal (continuously variable 
transmission) or clutch pedal 
(manual transmission).

 and a message will be dis-

played on the multi-information dis-

play. If it is not displayed, the 

engine cannot be started.

4

Press the engine switch 
shortly and firmly.

When operating the engine switch, 

one short, firm press is enough. It is 

not necessary to press and hold the 

switch.
The engine will crank until it starts 

or for up to 30 seconds, whichever 

is less.
Continue depressing the brake 

pedal (continuously variable trans-

mission) or clutch pedal (manual 

transmission) until the engine is 

completely started.

WARNING

Caution when driving

Do not turn the engine switch to 

OFF while driving. If, in an emer-

gency, you must turn the engine 

off while the vehicle is moving, 

turn the engine switch only to 

ACC to stop the engine. An acci-

dent may result if the engine is 

stopped while driving. (

P.496)

NOTICE

To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the engine switch in 

ACC or ON for long periods of 

time without the engine running.

Engine (ignition) 

switch (vehicles with 

a smart key system)

Performing the following 
operations when carrying 
the electronic key on your 
person starts the engine or 
changes engine switch 
modes.

Starting the engine

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The engine can be started from any 

engine switch mode.

If the engine does not start

The engine immobilizer system 

may not have been deactivated. 

(

P.80)

Contact your Toyota dealer.

If a message related to start-up is 

shown on the multi-information 

display, read the message and fol-

low the instructions.

If the battery is discharged

The engine cannot be started using 

the smart key system. Refer to 

P.541to restart the engine.

Electronic key battery depletion

P.108

Conditions affecting operation

P.125

Notes for the entry function

P.126

Steering lock function

After turning the engine switch off 

and opening and closing the 

doors, the steering wheel will be 

locked due to the steering lock 

function. Operating the engine 

switch again automatically can-

cels the steering lock.

When the steering lock cannot be 

released, “Push Engine Switch 

while Turning Steering Wheel in 

Either Direction” will be displayed 

on the multi-information display. 

Press the engine switch shortly 

and firmly while turning the steer-

ing wheel left and right.

To prevent the steering lock motor 

from overheating, operation of the 

motor may be suspended if the 

engine is turned on and off repeat-

edly in a short period of time. In 

this case, refrain from operating 

the engine switch. After about 10 

seconds, the steering lock motor 

will resume functioning.

Electronic key battery

P.482

Operation of the engine switch

If the switch is not pressed shortly 

and firmly, the engine switch 

mode may not change or the 

engine may not start.

If attempting to restart the engine 

immediately after turning the 

engine switch off, the engine may 

not start in some cases. After turn-

ing the engine switch off, please 

wait a few seconds before restart-

ing the engine.

Customization

If the smart key system has been 

deactivated in a customized setting, 

refer to P.539.

WARNING

When starting the engine

Always start the engine while sit-

ting in the driver’s seat. Do not 

depress the accelerator pedal 

while starting the engine under 

any circumstances.

Doing so may cause an accident 

resulting in death or serious injury.

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Continuously variable trans-
mission

1

Stop the vehicle completely.

2

Set the parking brake 
(

P.176, 177), and shift the 

shift lever to P.

Check the parking brake indicator 

is illuminated.

3

Press the engine switch.

The engine will stop, and the meter 

display will be extinguished.

4

Release the brake pedal and 
check that “ACCESSORY” or 
“IGNITION ON” is not shown 
on the multi-information dis-
play.

Manual transmission

1

Stop the vehicle completely.

2

Set the parking brake. 
(

P.176, 177)

Check the parking brake indicator 

is illuminated.

3

Shift the shift lever to N. 
(

P.172)

4

Press the engine switch.

The engine will stop, and the meter 

display will be extinguished.

5

Release the brake pedal and 
check that “ACCESSORY” or 
“IGNITION ON” is not shown 
on the multi-information dis-
play.

Automatic engine shut off fea-

ture

The vehicle is equipped with a 

feature that automatically shuts off 

the engine when the shift lever is 

in P (continuously variable trans-

mission) or the parking brake is 

set (manual transmission) with the 

engine running for an extended 

period.

The engine will automatically shut 

off after approximately 1 hour if it 

has been left running while the 

shift lever is in P (continuously 

variable transmission) or the park-

ing brake is set (manual transmis-

sion).

The timer for the automatic engine 

shut off feature will reset if the 

brake pedal (continuously variable 

transmission) or the clutch pedal 

WARNING

Caution while driving

If engine failure occurs while the 

vehicle is moving, do not lock or 

open the doors until the vehicle 

reaches a safe and complete 

stop. Activation of the steering 

lock in this circumstance may lead 

to an accident, resulting in death 

or serious injury.

NOTICE

When starting the engine

Do not race a cold engine.

If the engine becomes difficult to 

start or stalls frequently, have 

your vehicle checked by your 

Toyota dealer immediately.

Symptoms indicating a mal-

function with the engine 

switch

If the engine switch seems to be 

operating somewhat differently 

than usual, such as the switch 

sticking slightly, there may be a 

malfunction. Contact your Toyota 

dealer immediately.

Stopping the engine

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(manual transmission) is 

depressed, or if the shift lever is in 

a position other than P (continu-

ously variable transmission) or the 

parking brake is released (man-

ual transmission).

After the vehicle is parked, if the 

door is locked with the door lock 

switch (

P.118) from the inside or 

the mechanical key (

P.539) from 

the outside, the automatic engine 

shut off feature will be disabled. 

The timer for the automatic engine 

shut off feature will be re-enabled 

if the driver’s door is opened.

Modes can be changed by 
pressing the engine switch with 
brake pedal (continuously vari-
able transmission) or clutch 
pedal (manual transmission) 
released. (The mode changes 
each time the switch is 

WARNING

Stopping the engine in an 

emergency

If you want to stop the engine in 

an emergency while driving the 

vehicle, press and hold the 

engine switch for more than 2 

seconds, or press it briefly 3 

times or more in succession. 

(

P.496)

However, do not touch the 

engine switch while driving 

except in an emergency. Turn-

ing the engine off while driving 

will not cause loss of steering or 

braking control, but the power 

assist to these systems will be 

lost. This will make it more diffi-

cult to steer and brake, so you 

should pull over and stop the 

vehicle as soon as it is safe to 

do so.

If the engine switch is operated 

while the vehicle is running, a 

warning message will be shown 

on the multi-information display 

and a buzzer sounds.

Vehicles with a continuously 

variable transmission: To restart 

the engine after performing an 

emergency shutdown, shift the 

shift lever to N and then press 

the engine switch.

Vehicles with a manual trans-

mission: To restart the engine 

after performing an emergency 

shutdown, depress the clutch 

pedal and then press the engine 

switch.

When parking

Exhaust gases include harmful 

carbon monoxide (CO), which is 

colorless and odorless. Observe 

the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause 

exhaust gases to enter the vehicle 

and may lead to an accident 

caused by light-headedness, or 

may lead to death or a serious 

health hazard.

If the vehicle is in a poorly venti-

lated area or a closed area, 

such as a garage, stop the 

engine.

Do not leave the vehicle with 

the engine running for a long 

time. If such a situation cannot 

be avoided, park the vehicle in 

an open space and ensure that 

exhaust fumes do not enter the 

vehicle interior.

Do not leave the engine running 

in an area with snow build-up, 

or where it is snowing. If snow-

banks build up around the vehi-

cle while the engine is running, 

exhaust gases may collect and 

enter the vehicle.

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pressed.)

1

OFF

*

The emergency flashers can be 
used.

2

ACC

Some electrical components such 
as the audio system can be used.
“ACCESSORY” will be displayed 
on the multi-information display.

3

ON

All electrical components can be 
used.
“IGNITION ON” will be displayed on 
the multi-information display.

*

: Vehicles with a continuously vari-

able transmission: If the shift 
lever is in a position other than P 
when turning off the engine, the 
engine switch will be turned to 
ACC, not to off.

Auto power off function

Continuously variable transmission: 

If the vehicle is left in ACC for more 

than 20 minutes or ON (the engine 

is not running) for more than an 

hour with the shift lever in P, the 

engine switch will automatically turn 

off. However, this function cannot 

entirely prevent battery discharge. 

Do not leave the vehicle with the 

engine switch in ACC or ON for long 

periods of time when the engine is 

not running.
Manual transmission: If the vehicle 

is left in ACC for more than 20 min-

utes or ON (the engine is not run-

ning) for more than an hour, the 

engine switch will automatically turn 

off. However, this function cannot 

entirely prevent battery discharge. 

Do not leave the vehicle with the 

engine switch in ACC or ON for long 

periods of time when the engine is 

not running.

If the engine is stopped with the 
shift lever in a position other 
than P, the engine switch will not 
be turned off but instead be 
turned to ACC. Perform the fol-

NOTICE

To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the engine switch 

in ACC or ON for long periods of 

time without the engine running.

If “ACCESSORY” or “IGNITION 

ON” is displayed on the 

multi-information display, the 

engine switch is not off. Exit the 

vehicle after turning the engine 

switch off.

When stopping the engine 
with the shift lever in a 
position other than P 
(vehicles with a continu-
ously variable transmis-
sion)

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lowing procedure to turn the 
switch off:

1

Check that the parking brake 
is set.

2

Shift the shift lever to P.

3

Check that “ACCESSORY” is 
displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display and press the 
engine switch shortly and 
firmly.

4

Check that “ACCESSORY” 
or “IGNITION ON” on the 
multi-information display are 
off.

*

: If equipped

*

: To improve fuel efficiency and 

reduce noise, shift the shift lever 
to D for normal driving.

When driving with the dynamic 

radar cruise control or dynamic 

radar cruise control with 

full-speed range activated

Even when switching the driving 

mode to sport mode with the intent 

of enabling engine braking, engine 

braking will not occur because 

dynamic radar cruise control or 

dynamic radar cruise control with 

NOTICE

To prevent battery discharge

Do not stop the engine when the 

shift lever is in a position other 

than P. If the engine is stopped in 

another shift lever position, the 

engine switch will not be turned 

off but instead be turned to ACC 

mode. If the vehicle is left in ACC, 

battery discharge may occur.

Continuously variable 

transmission (vehi-

cles without paddle 

shift switches)

*

Select the shift position 
depending on your purpose 
and situation.

Shift position purpose 
and functions

Shift posi-

tion

Objective or function

P

Parking the vehi-

cle/starting the engine

R

Reversing

N

Neutral

(Condition in which the 

power is not transmit-

ted)

D

Normal driving

*

B

Applying moderate 

engine braking driving 

down hills

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full-speed range will not be can-

celed. (

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Restraining sudden start 

(Drive-Start Control)

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G AI-SHIFT

G AI-SHIFT automatically selects a 

suitable gear for sporty driving 

according to driver’s input and driv-

ing conditions. G AI-SHIFT operates 

automatically when the shift lever is 

in D and sport mode is selected for 

the driving mode. (Selecting normal 

mode or shifting the shift lever to the 

B position cancels this function.)

After recharging/reconnecting 

the battery

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Continuously variable transmis-

sion fail-safe control

The system detects malfunctioning 

parts targeted (all of the solenoids 

that perform the shifting function) by 

the On-Board Diagnostics, and per-

forms fail-safe mechanisms, such 

as restricting the shifting function or 

transmission ratio control.

In this event, the malfunction indica-

tor lamp turns on.

:While the engine switch is in 

ON and the brake pedal 
depressed

*

, shift the shift lever 

while pushing the shift release 
button on the shift knob.

:Shift the shift lever while 

pushing the shift release button 
on the shift knob.

:Shift the shift lever normally.

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

*

: For the vehicle be able to be 

shifted from P, the brake pedal 
must be depressed before the 
shift release button is pushed. If 
the shift release button is pushed 
first, the shift lock will not be 
released.

WARNING

When driving on slippery 

road surfaces

Do not accelerate or shift the shift 

gears suddenly. 

Sudden changes in engine brak-

ing may cause the vehicle to spin 

or skid, resulting in an accident.

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Shift lock system

The shift lock system is a system to 

prevent accidental operation of the 

shift lever in starting.

The shift lever can be shifted from P 

only when the engine switch is in 

ON and the brake pedal is being 

depressed.

If the shift lever cannot be 

shifted from P

First, check whether the brake pedal 

is being depressed.

If the shift lever cannot be shifted 

with your foot on the brake pedal, 

there may be a problem with the 

shift lock system. Have the vehicle 

inspected by your Toyota dealer 

immediately.

The following steps may be used as 

an emergency measure to ensure 

that the shift lever can be shifted.

Releasing the shift lock:

1

Set the parking brake.

2

Turn the engine switch off.

3

Depress the brake pedal.

4

Ply the cover up with a flathead 

screwdriver or equivalent tool.

To prevent damaging the cover, 

wrap the tip of the flathead 

screwdriver with a tape.

5

Press and hold the shift lock 

override button and then push 

the shift release button on the 

shift knob.

The shift lever can be shifted while 

the button is pressed.

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WARNING

To prevent an accident when 

releasing the shift lock

Before pressing the shift lock 

override button, make sure to set 

the parking brake and depress the 

brake pedal.

If the accelerator pedal is acci-

dentally depressed instead of the 

brake pedal when the shift lock 

override button is pressed and the 

shift lever is shifted out of P, the 

vehicle may suddenly start, possi-

bly leading to an accident result-

ing in death or serious injury.

Selecting the driving 
mode

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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