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

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

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When the vehicle ahead of you decelerates suddenly

●

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

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

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Situations in which the curve speed reduction function may not operate
properly

In situations such as the following, the curve speed reduction function may
not operate properly:

●

When the vehicle is being driven around a curve on an incline/decline

●

When the course of the vehicle differs from the shape of the curve

●

When the vehicle speed is excessively high when entering a curve

●

When the steering wheel is suddenly operated

●

When  the  road  curves  or  when  the
lanes are narrow

●

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

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ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake System)

The electronically controlled system generates braking force corre-
sponding to the brake operation

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ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)

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

◆

Brake assist

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

◆

VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)

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

◆

Enhanced VSC (Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control)

Provides cooperative control of the ABS, TRAC, VSC and EPS.
Helps  to  maintain  directional  stability  when  swerving  on  slippery
road surfaces by controlling steering performance.

◆

Secondary Collision Brake

When  the  airbag  sensor  detects  a  collision  and  the  system  oper-
ates,  the  brakes  and  stop  lights  are  automatically  controlled  to
reduce the vehicle speed and help reduce the possibility of further
damage due to a secondary collision

◆

TRAC

 

(Traction Control)

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

Driving assist systems

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

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Hill-start assist control

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

◆

EPS (Electric Power Steering) 

Employs an electric motor to reduce the amount of effort needed to
turn the steering wheel 

◆

BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) (if equipped)

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The  slip  indicator  light  will  flash
while  the  TRAC/VSC/ABS  sys-
tems are operating.

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

reduce power from the hybrid system to the wheels. Pressing 

 to

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

quickly press and release 

.

The  “Traction  Control  Turned  Off”
will be shown on the multi-informa-
tion display.

Press 

  again  to  turn  the  sys-

tem back on.

When the TRAC/VSC/ABS systems are operating

Disabling the TRAC system

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Turning off both TRAC and VSC systems

To turn the TRAC and VSC systems off, press and hold 

 for more than 3

seconds while the vehicle is stopped.
The VSC OFF indicator light will come on and the “Traction Control Turned
Off” will be shown on the multi-information display

*

.

Press 

 again to turn the systems back on.

*

: PCS (Pre-Collision System) will also be disabled (only Pre-Collision warn-

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

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When the message is displayed on the multi-information display show-

ing that TRAC has been disabled even if 

 has not been pressed

TRAC is temporary deactivated. If the information continues to show, contact
your Toyota dealer.

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Operating conditions of hill-start assist control

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

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

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The vehicle is stopped

●

The accelerator pedal is not depressed

●

The parking brake is not engaged

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Automatic system cancelation of hill-start assist control

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

●

The shift lever is shifted to P or N

●

The accelerator pedal is depressed

●

The parking brake is engaged

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2 seconds at maximum elapsed after the brake pedal is released

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

●

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

●

Any  of  the  following  conditions  may  occur  when  the  above  systems  are
operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred. 
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard also after the vehicle comes to a stop.

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ECB operating sound

ECB  operating  sound  may  be  heard  in  the  following  cases,  but  it  does  not
indicate that a malfunction has occurred.

●

Operating sound heard from engine compartment when the brake pedal is
operated.

●

Motor  sound  of  the  brake  system  heard  from  the  front  part  of  the  vehicle
when the driver’s door is opened.

●

Operating sound heard from the engine compartment when one or two min-
utes passed after the stop of the hybrid system.

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EPS operation sound

When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be
heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.

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Automatic reactivation of TRAC and VSC systems

After turning the TRAC and VSC systems off, the systems will be automati-
cally re-enabled in the following situations:

●

When the power switch is turned off

●

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

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Secondary Collision Brake operating conditions

The system operates when the SRS airbag sensor detects a collision while
the vehicle is in motion.
However, the system does not operate in any of the following situations.

●

The vehicle speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h)

●

Components are damaged

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Secondary Collision Brake automatic cancellation

The Secondary Collision Brake is automatically canceled in the following situ-
ations:

●

The vehicle speed drops below approximately 6 mph (10 km/h)

●

A certain amount of time elapses during operation

●

The accelerator pedal is depressed a large amount

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Reduced effectiveness of the EPS system

The effectiveness of the EPS system is reduced to prevent the system from
overheating when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of
time. The steering wheel may feel heavy as a result. Should this occur, refrain
from excessive steering input or stop the vehicle and turn the hybrid system
off. The EPS system should return to normal within 10 minutes.

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The ABS does not operate effectively when

●

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

●

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

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

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

●

When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads

●

When driving with tire chains

●

When driving over bumps on the road

●

When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces

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TRAC/VSC may not operate effectively when

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

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Hill- start assist control does not operate effectively when

●

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

●

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

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When the TRAC/ABS/VSC is activated

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

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When the TRAC/VSC systems are turned off

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

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Secondary Collision Brake

Do not overly rely solely upon the Secondary Collision Brake. This system
is designed to help reduce the possibility of further damage due to a sec-
ondary collision, however, that effect changes according to various condi-
tions. Overly relying on the system may result in death or serious injury.

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Replacing tires

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

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Handling of tires and the suspension

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

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Multi-information display

Turning  the  BSM  function  on/off.
(

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P. 311)

Outside rear view mirror indica-
tors

When  a  vehicle  is  detected  in  a
blind spot of the outside rear view
mirrors or approaching rapidly from
behind  into  a  blind  spot,  the  out-
side  rear  view  mirror  indicator  on
the  detected  side  will  illuminate.  If
the  turn  signal  lever  is  operated
toward  the  detected  side,  the  out-
side  rear  view  mirror  indicator
flashes.

“BSM” indicator

When the BSM function is turned on, the indicator illuminates.

BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)

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

: If equipped

The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that uses rear side radar sen-
sors installed on the inner side of the rear bumper on the left and
right side to assist the driver in confirming safety when chang-
ing lanes.

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

Vehicles with 4.2-inch multi-information display
Press 

/

 of the meter control switches, select 

.

Press 

/

 of the meter control switches, select 

.

Press 

 of the meter control switch.

Each time 

 is pressed, the function changes on/off.



Vehicles with 7-inch multi-information display
Press 

/

 of the meter control switches, select 

.

Press 

/

 of the meter control switches, select 

.

Press 

 of the meter control switch.

Each time 

 is pressed, the function changes on/off.

The brightness of the indicators on the outside rear view mirrors can
be changed on 

 (4.2-inch display) or 

 (7-inch display) (

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P. 112,

127) of the multi-information display.

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The outside rear view mirror indicators visibility

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

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When “Blind Spot Monitor Unavailable” is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display

Ice, snow, mud, etc., may be attached to the rear bumper around the sensors. 
(

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P. 312)

The system should return to normal operation after removing the ice, snow,
mud, etc. from the rear bumper.
Additionally, the sensors may not operate normally when driving in extremely
hot or cold environments.

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When there is a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitor

If  a  system  malfunction  is  detected  due  to  any  of  the  following  reasons,  a
warning message will be displayed:

●

There is a malfunction with the sensors

●

The sensors have become dirty

●

The outside temperature is extremely high or low

●

The sensor voltage has become abnormal

Turning the BSM function on/off

Setting the outside rear view mirror indicator brightness

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To ensure the system can operate properly

Blind Spot Monitor sensors are installed behind the left and right sides of the
rear  bumper  respectively.  Observe  the  following  to  ensure  the  Blind  Spot
Monitor can function correctly.

If the warning message does not disappear, have the vehicle inspected
by your Toyota dealer.

●

Do not subject a sensor or its surrounding area on the rear bumper to a
strong impact. 
If a sensor is moved even slightly off position, the system may malfunction
and vehicles may not be detected correctly. 
In  the  following  situations,  have  your  vehicle  inspected  by  your  Toyota
dealer.
• A sensor or its surrounding area is subject to a strong impact.
• If  the  surrounding  area  of  a  sensor  is  scratched  or  dented,  or  part  of

them has become disconnected.

●

Do not disassemble the sensor.

●

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

●

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

●

If a sensor or the rear bumper needs to be removed/installed or replaced,
contact your Toyota dealer.

●

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

●

Keep  the  sensor  and  its  surrounding
area on the bumper clean at all times. 
If  a  sensor  or  its  surrounding  area  on
the rear bumper is dirty or covered with
snow,  the  Blind  Spot  Monitor  may  not
operate  and  a  warning  message  (

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P.

311) will be displayed. 
In  this  situation,  clear  off  the  dirt  or
snow  and  drive  the  vehicle  with  the
operation  conditions  of  the  BSM  func-
tion  (

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P.  315)  satisfied  for  approxi-

mately 10 minutes.

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The BSM function uses radar sensors to detect the following vehicles
traveling in an adjacent lane in the area that is usually not reflected in
the outside rear view mirror (the blind spot), and advises the driver of
the presence of such vehicles via the indicators on the outside rear
view mirrors.

Vehicles that are traveling in areas that are not visible using the out-
side rear view mirrors (the blind spots)
Vehicles that are approaching rapidly from behind in areas that are
not visible using the outside rear view mirrors (the blind spots)

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

The range of the detection area extends to:

Approximately 1.6 ft. (0.5 m) to 11.5 ft. (3.5 m) from either side of
the vehicle

The area between the side of the vehicle and 1.6 ft. (0.5 m) from the side
of the vehicle cannot be detected

Approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m) forward of the rear bumper
Approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) from the rear bumper
Approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) to 197 ft. (60 m) from the rear bumper

The greater the difference in speed between your vehicle and the detected
vehicle is, the farther away the vehicle will be detected, causing the out-
side rear view mirror indicator to illuminate or flash

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Cautions regarding the use of the system

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

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The BSM function is operational when

●

The BSM function is turned on

●

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

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The BSM function will detect a vehicle when

●

A vehicle in an adjacent lane overtakes your vehicle.

●

Your vehicle overtakes a vehicle in an adjacent lane slowly.

●

Another vehicle enters the detection area when it changes lanes.

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Conditions under which the system will not detect a vehicle

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

●

Small motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, etc.

*

●

Vehicles traveling in the opposite direction

●

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

*

●

Following vehicles that are in the same lane

*

●

Vehicles driving 2 lanes across from your vehicle

*

●

Vehicles which are being overtaken rapidly by your vehicle

*

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

occur.

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Conditions under which the system may not function correctly

●

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

surrounding area

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

weather, such as heavy rain, snow, or fog

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

ing area on the rear bumper

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

the vehicle that enters the detection area

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

detection area as your vehicle accelerates

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

on the road, etc.

• When driving on roads with sharp bends, consecutive curves, or uneven

surfaces

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

each vehicle

• When vehicle lanes are wide, or when driving on the edge of a lane, and

the vehicle in an adjacent lane is far away from your vehicle

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

same speed as your vehicle

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

the vehicle that enters the detection area

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• Directly after the BSM function is turned on

●

Instances  of  the  BSM  function  unnecessarily  detecting  a  vehicle  and/or
object may increase under the following conditions:
• When the sensor is misaligned due to a strong impact to the sensor or its

surrounding area

• When the distance between your vehicle and a guardrail, wall, etc. that

enters the detection area is short

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

vehicle

• When vehicle lanes are narrow, or when driving on the edge of a lane,

and a vehicle traveling in a lane other than the adjacent lanes enters the
detection area

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

cle

• When driving up and down consecutive steep inclines, such as hills, dips

on the road, etc.

• When driving on roads with sharp bends, consecutive curves, or uneven

surfaces

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Front corner sensors
Front center sensors
Rear corner sensors
Rear center sensors

Press 

/

 of the meter control switches, select 

.

Press 

/

 of the meter control switches, select 

.

Press 

 of the meter control switch.

When the intuitive parking assist function is disabled, the intuitive parking
assist OFF indicator (

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P. 97) illuminates.

To re-enable the system, select 

 on the multi-information display, select

 and turn it on. 

If the system is disabled, it will remain off even if the power switch is turned
to ON mode after the power switch has been turned off.

Intuitive parking assist

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: If equipped

The distance from your vehicle to nearby objects when parallel
parking or maneuvering into a garage is measured by the sen-
sors and communicated via the multi-information display and a
buzzer. Always check the surrounding area when using this sys-
tem.

Types of sensors

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Turning the intuitive parking assist on/off

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