Toyota 4Runner (2024 year). Manual in english

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RCTA function detection areas

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

The buzzer can alert the driver of faster vehicles approaching from

farther away.
Example:

Approaching vehicle

Speed

Approximate alert distance

Fast

35 mph (56 km/h)

130 ft (40 m)

Slow

5 mph (8 km/h)

18 ft (5.5 m)

WARNING

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Cautions regarding the use of the system

There is a limit to the degree of recognition accuracy and control perfor-

mance that this system can provide, do not overly rely on this system. The

driver is always responsible for paying attention to the vehicle’s surround-

ings and driving safely. (

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P. 274)

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To ensure the system can operate properly

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The RCTA function is operational when

The RCTA function operates when all of the following conditions are met:

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The engine switch is in the IGNITION ON mode.

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The RCTA function is on.

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The shift lever is in R.

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The vehicle speed is less than approximately 9 mph (15 km/h).

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The approaching vehicle speed is between approximately 5 mph (8 km/h)
and 35 mph (56 km/h).

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Muting a buzzer temporarily

A mute button will be displayed on the multi-information display when a vehi-
cle or an object is detected. To mute the buzzer, press. The buzzers for the
RCTA function and Toyota parking assist-sensor will be muted simultane-
ously.

Mute will be automatically canceled in the following situations:

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When the shift position is changed.

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When there is a malfunction in a sensor or the system is temporarily
unavailable.

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When the function is disabled while it is operating.

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The engine switch is turned off.

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Conditions under which the system will not detect a vehicle

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

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Vehicles approaching from directly behind

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Vehicles backing up in a parking space next to your vehicle

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

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Small motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, etc.

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Vehicles moving away from your vehicle

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Vehicles approaching from the parking spaces next to your vehicle

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The distance between the sensor and approaching vehicle gets too close

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

occur.

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Vehicles that the sensors cannot detect
due to obstructions

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Situations in which the system may not operate properly

The RCTA function may not detect vehicles correctly in the following situa-
tions:

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When the sensor is misaligned due to a strong impact to the sensor or its
surrounding area

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When mud, snow, ice, a sticker, etc., is covering the sensor or surrounding
area on the rear bumper

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When driving on a road surface that is wet with standing water during bad
weather, such as heavy rain, snow, or fog

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When multiple vehicles are approaching with only a small gap between
each vehicle

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When a vehicle is approaching at high speed

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When equipment that may obstruct a sensor is installed, such as a towing
eyelet, bumper protector (an additional trim strip, etc.), bicycle carrier, or
snow plow

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When towing a trailer

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When there is a significant difference in height between your vehicle and the
vehicle that enters the detection area

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When a sensor or the area around a sensor is extremely hot or cold

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If the suspension has been modified or tires of a size other than specified
are installed

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If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered due to the carried load

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When backing up on a slope with a
sharp change in grade

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When backing out of a sharp angle park-
ing spot

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Situations in which the system may operate even if there is no possibil-
ity of a collision

Instances of the RCTA function unnecessarily detecting a vehicle and/or
object may increase in the following situations:

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When equipment that may obstruct a sensor is installed, such as a towing
eyelet, bumper protector (an additional trim strip, etc.), bicycle carrier, or
snow plow

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When turning while backing up

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When a vehicle turns into the detection
area

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When the parking space faces a street
and vehicles are being driven on the
street

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When the distance between your vehicle
and metal objects, such as a guardrail,
wall, sign, or parked vehicle, which may
reflect electrical waves toward the rear
of the vehicle, is short

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When there are spinning objects near your vehicle such as the fan of an air
conditioning unit

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When water is splashed or sprayed toward the rear bumper, such as from a
sprinkler

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Moving objects (flags, exhaust fumes, large rain droplets or snowflakes, rain
water on the road surface, etc.)

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When the distance between your vehicle and a guardrail, wall, etc., that
enters the detection area is short

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Gratings and gutters

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When a sensor or the area around a sensor is extremely hot or cold

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If the suspension has been modified or tires of a size other than specified
are installed

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If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered due to the carried load

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When a vehicle passes by the side of
your vehicle

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When a detected vehicle turns while
approaching the vehicle

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Type A

The four-wheel drive indicator comes on when H4, N or L4 mode is
selected.

H2 (high speed position, two-wheel drive)

Use this for normal driving on dry hard-surfaced roads. This position gives
greater economy, quietest ride and least wear.

H4 (high speed position, four-wheel drive)

Use this for driving only on tracks that permit the tires slide, like off-road,
icy or snow-covered roads. This position provides greater traction than
two-wheel drive.

N (neutral position)

No power is delivered to the wheels. The vehicle must be stopped.

L4 (low speed position, four-wheel drive)

Use this for maximum power and traction. Use “L4” for climbing or
descending steep hills, off-road driving, and hard pulling in sand, mud or
deep snow.

Four-wheel drive indicator

Low speed four-wheel drive indicator

Four-wheel drive system (part-time 4WD

models)

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

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Type B

The four-wheel drive indicator comes on when H4 or L4 mode is
selected.

H2 (high speed position, two-wheel drive)

Use this for normal driving on dry hard-surfaced roads. This position gives
greater economy, quietest ride and least wear.

H4 (high speed position, four-wheel drive)

Use this for driving only on tracks that permit the tires slide, like off-road,
icy or snow-covered roads. This position provides greater traction than
two-wheel drive.

L4 (low speed position, four-wheel drive)

Use this for maximum power and traction. Use “L4” for climbing or
descending steep hills, off-road driving, and hard pulling in sand, mud or
deep snow.

Four-wheel drive indicator

Low speed four-wheel drive indicator

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Shifting from H2 to H4

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Type A

Reduce vehicle speed to less than 50 mph (80 km/h).

Shift the front-wheel drive control lever to H4.

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Type B

Reduce vehicle speed to less than 62 mph (100 km/h).

Push the “UNLOCK” button and turn the front-wheel drive control
switch to H4.

The four-wheel drive indicator will turn on.

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Shifting from H4 to H2

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Type A

Shift the front-wheel drive control lever to H2.

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Type B

Push the “UNLOCK” button and turn the front-wheel drive control
switch to H2.
This can be done at any speed.

The four-wheel drive indicator will go off.

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Shifting from H4 to L4

Stop the vehicle completely and continue to depress the brake
pedal.

Shift the shift lever to N.

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Type A

Shift the front-wheel drive control lever to L4.

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Type B

Push the “UNLOCK” button and then push and turn the front-
wheel drive control switch to L4.

The low speed four-wheel drive indicator will turn on.

Shifting between H2 and H4

Shifting between H4 and L4

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Shifting from L4 to H4

Stop the vehicle completely and continue to depress the brake

pedal.
Shift the shift lever to N.

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Type A
Shift the front-wheel drive control lever to H4.

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Type B
Push the “UNLOCK” button and turn the front-wheel drive control

switch to H4.

The low speed four-wheel drive indicator will go off.

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When the front-wheel drive control lever or switch is shifted to L4

VSC and TRAC are automatically turned off.

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If the four-wheel drive indicator flashes

The transfer mode may not successfully change. Drive straight ahead while

accelerating or decelerating, or drive in reverse.

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If the low speed four-wheel drive indicator continues to flash

The transfer mode may not successfully change. Operate the four-wheel

drive control switch again.

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If the low speed four-wheel drive indicator continues to flash and a

buzzer sounds

The shift lever is not in N and/or the vehicle is moving. Stop the vehicle com-

pletely, shift the shift lever to N and make sure that the indicator stops flash-

ing.

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If the four-wheel drive or low speed four-wheel drive indicator flashes

rapidly

There may be a malfunction in the four-wheel drive system. Have the vehicle

inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

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Four-wheel drive usage frequency

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

WARNING

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Shifting the front-wheel drive control lever or switch from H2 to H4

while driving

Never operate the front-wheel drive control lever or switch if the wheels are

slipping.

Stop the slipping or spinning before shifting.

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H4F (high speed position)

Use this for normal driving on dry hard-surfaced roads. This position gives
greater economy, quietest ride and least wear.

H4L (high speed position, center differential locked)

Use this for driving only on tracks that permit the tires slide, like off-road,
icy or snow-covered roads.

L4L (low speed position, center differential locked)

Use this for maximum power and traction. Use “L4L” for climbing or
descending steep hills, off-road driving, and hard pulling in sand, mud or
deep snow.

Center differential lock indicator

Low speed four-wheel drive indicator

Four-wheel drive system (full-time 4WD

models)

Use the four-wheel drive control switch to select the following
transfer modes:

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Push the “UNLOCK” button and
turn the four-wheel drive control
switch to H4L or H4F.
This can be done at any speed.

The center differential lock indica-
tor will turn on (H4L) or go off
(H4F).

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Shifting from H4L to L4L

Stop the vehicle completely and continue to depress the brake
pedal.

Shift the shift lever to N.

Push the “UNLOCK” button
and then push and turn the
four-wheel drive control
switch to L4L.

Maintain this condition until the
low speed four-wheel drive indi-
cator turns on.

Shifting between H4F and H4L

Shifting between H4L and L4L

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Shifting from L4L to H4L

Stop the vehicle completely and continue to depress the brake
pedal.

Shift the shift lever to N.

Push the “UNLOCK” button
and turn the four-wheel drive
control switch to H4L.

Maintain this condition until the
low speed four-wheel drive indi-
cator goes off.

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The four-wheel drive control switch can be operated when

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

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When the four-wheel drive control switch is turned to L4L

VSC and TRAC are automatically turned off.

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If the center differential lock indicator flashes

Locking or unlocking of the center differential is not complete. Drive straight
ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or drive in reverse.

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If the center differential lock indicator flashes and a buzzer sounds

Locking of the center differential is not complete. Stop the wheels from slip-
ping or spinning and, if the indicator still flashes, operate the four-wheel drive
control switch again.

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If the low speed four-wheel drive indicator continues to flash

The transfer mode may not successfully change. Operate the four-wheel
drive control switch again.

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If the low speed four-wheel drive indicator continues to flash and a

buzzer sounds

The shift lever is not in N and/or the vehicle is moving. Stop the vehicle com-

pletely, shift the shift lever to N and make sure that the indicator stops flash-

ing.

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If the low speed four-wheel drive indicator or the center differential lock

indicator flashes rapidly

There may be a malfunction in the four-wheel drive system. Have the vehicle

inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

WARNING

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Operating the four-wheel drive control switch

Never operate the four-wheel drive control switch if the wheels have lost

traction. Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious

injury.

Stop the wheels from slipping or spinning before operating the switch.

NOTICE

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To prevent damage to the center differential

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

ential.

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Unlock the center differential after the wheels are out of the ditch or off the

slippery or bumpy surface.

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Do not lock or unlock the center differential when the vehicle is turning or

when its wheels are spinning freely off the ground.

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System operation

Part-time 4WD models:
Stop the vehicle, shift the shift lever to N and shift the front-wheel
drive control lever into L4.

Full-time 4WD models:
Stop the vehicle, shift the shift lever to N and then push and turn
the four-wheel drive control switch to L4L.

Press the “A-TRAC” switch to
activate the system.

At this time, the “A-TRAC” indi-
cator will come on.

To cancel the system, push the
switch again.

Active traction control system

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: If equipped

The active traction control system automatically helps prevent
the spinning of 4 wheels when the vehicle is started or acceler-
ated on slippery road surfaces.

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If all wheels spin, the slip indicator

flashes to indicate that the active

traction control system has been

engaged.

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When the rear differential is locked (vehicles with a rear differential lock

system)

The active traction control system is activated only when vehicle speed is

less than 4 mph (6 km/h).

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Sounds and vibrations caused by the active traction control system

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A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is

started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate

that a malfunction has occurred in the system.

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Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering. This may

occur when the system is operating.

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If the brake system overheats

The system will cease operation and a buzzer will sound to alert the driver. At

this time, the “A-TRAC” indicator will go off and the “TRAC OFF” indicator will

come on. Stop the vehicle in a safe place. (There is no problem with continu-

ing normal driving.)
The system will be automatically restored after a short time.

When the active traction control system is operating

WARNING

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The active traction control system may not operate effectively when

Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-

pery road surfaces, even if the active traction control system is operating.

Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.

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The system can be used on 2WD models.

Press

to turn on the system.

At this time, the “AUTO LSD” and
VSC OFF indicators will come on.

To turn off the system, press

again.

AUTO LSD system (2WD models)

The AUTO LSD system aids traction by using the traction con-
trol system to control engine performance and braking when
one of the drive wheels begins to spin.

The system should be used only when one of the drive wheels
spinning occurs in a ditch or rough surface.

System operation

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If the drive wheels spin, the slip

indicator flashes to indicate that

the AUTO LSD system has con-

trolled the spinning of the drive

wheels.

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If the engine is turned off and restarted

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

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Reactivation of the VSC system linked to vehicle speed

When the AUTO LSD system is turned on, the VSC, TRAC and Trailer Sway

Control systems will turn on automatically if vehicle speed increase.

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If the brake system overheats

The system will cease operation and a buzzer will alert the driver. At this time,

the “AUTO LSD” indicator will flash and the “TRAC OFF” indicator will come

on. Stop the vehicle in a safe place. (There is no problem with continuing nor-

mal driving.) The system will be automatically restored after a short time.

When the AUTO LSD system is operating

WARNING

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To avoid an accident

Failure to do so, a much greater steering effort and more careful cornering

control will be required.

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Do not use the AUTO LSD system in conditions other than when one of

the drive wheels spinning occurs in a ditch or rough surface.

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

NOTICE

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Activating while driving

Do not activate the AUTO LSD system if the wheel is slipping.

Stop the slipping or spinning before activating.

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The rear differential lock system is effective in case one of the rear
wheels is spinning.

Press the switch to lock the rear
differential.

At this time, the rear differential
lock indicator will flash. Wait a few
seconds for the system to com-
plete operation. After the rear dif-
ferential is locked, the indicator will
stop flashing and remain on.

To unlock the rear differential,
press the switch again.

Rear differential lock system

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: If equipped

The rear differential lock system is provided for use only when
wheel spinning occurs in a ditch or on a slippery or rugged sur-
face.

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Before using the rear differential lock system:
Stop the vehicle, shift the shift lever to N and shift the front-wheel
drive control lever into L4 to see if this is sufficient. If this has no
effect, additionally use the rear differential lock system.

Be sure the wheels have stopped spinning.

Press the rear differential lock switch.

Gently depress the accelerator pedal.

After the rear differential is locked, the indicator will come on.

Unlock the rear differential as soon as the vehicle moves.
To unlock the rear differential, press the switch again.

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Locking the rear differential

The following systems do not operate when the rear differential is locked. It is
normal operation for the ABS warning light and VSC OFF indicator to be on at
this time.

• ABS
• Multi Terrain ABS
• Brake assist system
• VSC
• Hill-start assist control

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The rear differential lock is disengaged when

The front-wheel drive control lever or switch is shifted to H2 or H4.

Never forget to turn off the switch after using this feature.

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After unlocking the rear differential

Check that the indicator goes off.

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If the rear differential lock indicator flashes rapidly

There may be a malfunction in the rear differential lock system. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

Using the rear differential lock system

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To avoid an accident

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Do not use the rear differential lock system except when wheel spinning

occurs in a ditch or on a slippery or rugged surface. Large steering effort

and careful cornering control will be required.

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Do not lock the rear differential until the wheels have stopped spinning.

Otherwise, the vehicle may move in an unexpected direction when the dif-

ferential lock is engaged, resulting in an accident. This may also lead to

possible damage to rear differential lock component parts.

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Do not drive over 5 mph (8 km/h) when the rear differential is locked.

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Do not keep driving with the rear differential lock switch on.

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Press the “DAC” switch.

The downhill assist control system
indicator will comes on and the
system will operate. When the
system is in operation, the slip
indicator will flash, and the stop
lights/high mounted stop lights will
be lit. A sound may also occur
during the operation. This does
not indicated a malfunction.

Press the “DAC” switch while the system is in operation. The downhill
assist control system indicator will flash as the system gradually
ceases operation, and will turn off when the system is fully off. Press
the “DAC” switch while the downhill assist control system indicator is
flashing to start the system again.

Downhill assist control system

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: If equipped

The downhill assist control system helps to prevent excessive
speed on steep downhill slopes. The system will operate when
the vehicle is traveling under 15 mph (25 km/h) with the acceler-
ator and brake pedals released and the transfer mode is in L4
(part-time 4WD models) or L4L (full-time 4WD models).

System operation

Turning off the system

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Operating tips

The system will operate when the shift lever is in a position other than P, how-
ever to make effective use of the system it is recommended to select a lower
shift range.

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The system will not operate when

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Part-time 4WD models: The transfer mode is in H2 or H4.

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Full-time 4WD models: The transfer mode is in H4L or H4F.

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If the downhill assist control system indicator flashes

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In the following situations, the indicator flashes and the system will not oper-
ate:

• The transfer mode is not in L4 (part-time 4WD models) or L4L (full-time

4WD models).

• The shift lever is in P.
• The accelerator or brake pedal is depressed.
• The vehicle speed exceeds approximately 15 mph (25 km/h).
• The brake system overheats.

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In the following situations, the indicator flashes to alert the driver, but the
system will operate:

• The shift lever is in N.
• The “DAC” switch is turned off while the system is operating.

The system will gradually ceases operation. The indicator will flash during
operation, and then go off when the system is fully off.

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When the downhill assist control system is operated continuously

This may cause the brake actuator to overheat. In this case, the downhill
assist control system will stop operating, a buzzer will sound and the downhill
assist control system indicator will start flashing, and the “TRAC OFF” indica-
tor light will come on. Refrain from using the system until the downhill assist
control system indicator stays on and “TRAC OFF” indicator light turns off.
(The vehicle can be driven normally during this time.)

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Sounds and vibrations caused by the downhill assist control system

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A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is

started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate

that a malfunction has occurred in downhill assist control system.

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Either of the following conditions may occur when the downhill assist control

system is operating. None of these are indicators that a malfunction has

occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.

• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.

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System malfunction

In the following cases, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer.

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The downhill assist control system indicator does not come on when the

engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.

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The downhill assist control system indicator does not come on when the

“DAC” switch is pressed.

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The slip indicator comes on.

WARNING

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When using downhill assist control system

Do not rely overmuch on the downhill assist control system. This function

does not extend the vehicle’s performance limitations. Always thoroughly

check the road conditions, and drive safely.

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The system may not operate on the following surfaces, which may lead

to an accident causing death or serious injury

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Slippery surfaces such as wet or muddy roads

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Icy surface

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Unpaved roads

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Crawl Control switch

“ON/OFF” switch

The Crawl Control indicator comes on and the slip indicator flashes
when operating.

Speed selector dial

Turn the dial clockwise to increase the speed and counterclockwise to
decrease the speed.

Crawl Control indicator

Slip indicator

Multi-information display

The operating status and speed select status of the Crawl Control are
shown on the multi-information display.

Crawl Control

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: If equipped

Allows travel on extremely rough off-road surfaces at a fixed low
speed without pressing the accelerator or brake pedal. Mini-
mizes loss of traction or vehicle slip when driving on slippery
road surfaces, allowing for stable driving.

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Speed modes

The following table shows
some typical terrains and the
recommended speed modes.

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Crawl Control can be operated when

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The engine is running.

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The shift lever is in any position other than P or N.

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The front-wheel drive control lever or switch is in L4.

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The driver’s door is closed.

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Crawl Control is temporarily canceled when

Vehicle speed exceeds 15 mph (25 km/h). The Crawl Control indicator
flashes until the vehicle speed is reduced.

Mode

Road condition

L (Low)

Rock, mogul (downhill) and gravel
(downhill)

Between L and M

Mogul (uphill)

M (Medium)

Snow, mud, gravel (uphill), sand, dirt,
mogul (uphill) and grass

Between M and H

H (High)

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Automatic system cancelation

In the following situations, the system will cease operation and a buzzer will

sound to alert the driver. The Crawl Control indicator will flash until the system

is turned off completely.

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When the shift lever is shifted to P or N

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When the front-wheel drive control lever or switch is shifted to H4

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When the driver’s door is opened

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When the system is malfunctioning

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When the brake system overheats

Stop the vehicle in a safe place. (There is no problem with continuing normal

driving.)

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When the automatic transmission system overheats

Stop the vehicle in a safe place until the automatic transmission fluid tem-

perature warning light goes off.

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Sounds and vibrations caused by the Crawl Control system

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A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is

started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate

that a malfunction has occurred in Crawl Control system.

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Either of the following conditions may occur when the Crawl Control system

is 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 after the vehicle comes to a stop.

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When there is a malfunction in the system

Warning lights and/or warning messages will turn on. (

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P. 477, 488)

WARNING

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When using Crawl Control

●

Do not overly rely on Crawl Control. This function does not extend the

vehicle’s performance limitations. Always check the terrain thoroughly and

drive safely.

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The recommended speed modes for the listed terrains (

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P. 313) are only

a reference. The selected mode may not be suitable to actual off-road con-

ditions due to factors such as the type or unevenness of the terrain or the

degree of incline. Check the actual terrain thoroughly and drive safely.

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After activating Crawl Control, make sure that the Crawl Control indicator

comes on. If the indicator flashes, the vehicle is not under system control.

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Conditions under which the system may not operate correctly

When driving on the following surfaces, the system may not be able to

maintain a fixed low speed, which may result in an accident:

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Extremely steep inclines

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Extremely uneven surfaces

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Snow-covered roads, or other slippery surfaces

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“ON/OFF” switch

Mode selector dial

Mode indicators

Multi-terrain Select indicator

Multi-information display

Displays status information including operating status and road type selec-
tion.

Multi-terrain Select



: If equipped

The Multi-terrain Select system has 4 terrain modes. When a ter-
rain mode is selected in accordance with terrain conditions,
engine power and active traction control system is controlled to
enhance off-road drivability.

Additionally, guidance messages such as transfer mode selec-
tion advice are displayed on the multi-information display to
assist the driver in operating the vehicle.

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The following table shows some typical terrains and the recom-
mended Multi-terrain Select modes.

■

Multi-terrain Select can be activated when

●

Vehicle speed is approximately 7 mph (12 km/h) or less.

●

MUD & SAND: The front-wheel drive control lever is in L4 or H4.
LOOSE ROCK, MOGUL and ROCK: The front-wheel drive con-
trol lever is in L4.

●

Crawl Control is not operating.

ROCK

MOGUL

LOOSE

ROCK

MUD &

SAND

Rock

Mogul

Bump,

groove

Slope/

V-ditch

Uphill/

downhill

Riverbed

Gravel

Bush

Deep snow

Sand

Mud

Dirt

Mode

Road
condition

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Press the “ON/OFF” switch.

All of the mode indicators will turn
on and then off except the indicator
for the current mode. The Multi-ter-
rain Select indicator on the instru-
ment cluster will remain illuminated
while this system is enabled. The
applicable road conditions will be
displayed on the multi-information
display for 10 seconds and then
will go off.

When the “ON/OFF” switch is
pressed to disable the system, a
beep will sound.

Turn the dial to select the
desired mode.

The indicator for the selected
mode will turn on and the applica-
ble road conditions will be dis-
played on the multi-information
display for 10 seconds and then
will go off.

If the mode indicator flashes, Multi-
terrain Select cannot be operated.
Follow the instructions displayed
on the multi-information display
and check that the mode indicator
stops flashing. (

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Selecting modes

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Depending on switch operation,
one of the following messages
may appear on the multi-informa-
tion display to provide guidance
on transfer mode selection etc:

Messages displayed on the multi-information display

Message

Details

Procedure

“Select 4WD”
(When selecting MUD
& SAND mode)

Indicates that the trans-
fer mode needs to be
changed to H4 or L4.

Shift the front-wheel
drive control lever to H4
or L4.

“Select L4”
(When selecting
LOOSE ROCK,
MOGUL or ROCK
mode)

Indicates that the trans-
fer mode needs to be
changed to L4.

Shift the front-wheel
drive control lever to
L4.

“Stop the Vehicle. Shift
to N”
(When selecting any
mode)

Indicates that the trans-
fer mode cannot be
changed to H4 or L4.

Stop the vehicle com-
pletely and/or shift the
shift lever to N.

“Accelerate or Deceler-
ate”
(When shifting the
front-wheel control
lever to H4 or H2)

Indicates that the trans-
fer mode may not suc-
cessfully change.

Drive straight ahead
while accelerating or
decelerating, or drive in
reverse.

“Drive the Vehicle a
Short Distance”
(When pressing the
rear differential lock
switch)

Indicates that the rear
differential is not
locked.

Drive the vehicle for-
ward or backward a
short distance.

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“Operation not avail-
able while multi-terrain
select active”
(When pressing the
VSC off switch or “A-
TRAC” switch)

Indicates that VSC and
active traction control
cannot be disabled
while Multi-terrain
Select is operating.

“Return the Four-Wheel
Drive Control Switch”
(When shifting the
front-wheel control
lever)

Indicates that the trans-
fer mode cannot be
changed to H4 or L4.

Return the front-wheel
control lever to H4 or
L4.

“Cannot be Selected”
(When pressing the
“ON/OFF” switch)

Indicates that Multi-ter-
rain Select cannot be
operated because vehi-
cle speed exceeds
approximately 7 mph
(12 km/h).

Reduce vehicle speed.

“Operation Not Possi-
ble When Crawl Con-
trol Activated”
(When pressing the
“ON/OFF” switch)

Indicates that Multi-ter-
rain Select cannot be
operated because
Crawl Control is operat-
ing.

Turn Crawl Control off.

“Multi-terrain select has
been cancelled”
(When pressing the
“ON/OFF” switch)

Indicates, along with a
beep, that Multi-terrain
Select has been dis-
abled.

“Multi-terrain select not
available”
(When pressing the
“ON/OFF” switch)

Indicates that Multi-ter-
rain Select cannot be
operated because the
VSC and/or 4WD sys-
tem may be malfunc-
tioning.

Contact your Toyota
dealer.

Message

Details

Procedure

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