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With the “DUAL” button indicator off—This
button changes the temperature on the
driver side and front passenger side si-
multaneously.
This function will be cancelled when the
“PASSENGER TEMP” button on the instru-
ment panel is pushed.
“OFF” button
Push the “OFF” button to turn off the air
conditioning system.
Side vents
Center vents
Rear vents
If air flow control is not satisfactory, check
the instrument panel vents and rear vents.
The instrument panel vents and rear vents
may be opened or closed as shown.
Instrument panel and rear
vents

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Operate the center display with the
ignition switch on.
When the ignition switch is set at ON, the
last previously used mode displayed just
before the ignition switch is turned off will
appear.
If the electrical power source has been
disconnected from the center display, the
display will automatically be set to the
initial mode.
When the instrument panel lights are
turned on, the brightness of the display
may be reduced.Pattern selector knob
This knob is used to select the pattern
of the display.
Every time you push the pattern selector
knob, the display in the following order.1. All the display
2. Audio display and air conditioning dis- play
3. Display off
CAUTION
Do not adjust the display while the
vehicle is moving. Be sure to adjust
the display only when the vehicle is
stopped.
—Before using the center
display

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To reset the hour: Push the “H” button.
To reset the minutes: Push the “M” button.
If quick adjustment to a full hour is de-
sired, push the “:00” button.
For example, if the “:00” button is de-
pressed when the time is between
1:01—1:29, the time will change to 1:00.
If the time is between 1:30—1:59, the
time will change to 2:00.
The ignition switch must be set at ON.
If the electrical power source has been
disconnected from the clock, the time dis-
play will automatically be set to 1:00 (one
o’clock).When the instrument panel lights are
turned on, the brightness of the time in-
dication may be reduced.The direction is indicated on the inside
rear view mirror.
If the ignition switch was turned off with
the system on, the system will automati-
cally turn back on when the ignition switch
is turned on.
Push the “
” switch to turn the com-
pass system on and off.
Clock Compass

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To use the glove box:
Open by pulling the lever.
Lock by inserting the master key (vehicles
with key cylinder−type ignition switch) or
mechanical key (vehicles with smart key
system) and turning it clockwise.
Unlock by inserting the master key (ve-
hicles with key cylinder −type ignition
switch) or mechanical key (vehicles with
smart key system) and turning it counter-
clockwise.
With the instrument panel lights on, the
glove box light will come on when the
glove box is open.
CAUTION
To reduce the chance of injury in
case of an accident or a sudden stop,
always keep the glove box door
closed while driving.
To use the auxiliary bo xes, open the
lids as shown in the following illustra-
tions.
CAUTION
To reduce the chance of injury in
case of an accident or sudden stop,
always keep the auxiliary box
closed while driving.
Type A—It is designed for holding
a light objects, do not place any
heavy objects in it. Heavy objects
may cause the holder to open and
contents to fly out resulting in inju-
ries.
NOTICE
Type A—During hot weather, the inte-
rior of the vehicle becomes very hot.
Do not leave anything flammable or
deformable such as a lighter, glasses,
etc. inside.
Glove box Auxiliary boxes

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The vehicle identification number (VIN)
is the legal identifier for your vehicle.
This number is on the left top of the
instrument panel, and can be seen
through the windshield from outside.
This is the primary identification number
for your Toyota. It is used in registering
the ownership of your vehicle.The vehicle identification number (VIN) is
also on the Certification Label.The engine number is stamped on the
engine block as shown.
Your Toyota’s identification—
—Vehicle identification
number—Engine number

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When stowing cargo and luggage in
the vehicle, observe the following: Put cargo and luggage in the trunk
when at all possible. Be sure all
items are secured in place.
 Be careful to keep the vehicle bal-
anced. Locating the weight as far
forward as possible helps maintain
balance.
 For better fuel economy, do not
carry unneeded weight.
CAUTION
Do not place anything on the
package tray behind the rear
seatback. Such items may be
thrown about and possibly in-
jure people in the vehicle dur-
ing sudden braking or an acci-
dent.
Do not drive with objects left
on top of the instrument panel.
They may interfere with the
driver’s field of view. Or they
may move during sharp vehicle
acceleration or turning, and im-
pair the driver’s control of the
vehicle. In an accident they
may injure the vehicle occu-
pants.Cargo capacity depends on the to-
tal weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capac-
ity) – (Total weight of occupants)
STEPS FOR DETERMINING
CORRECT LOAD LIMIT
1. Locate the statement “The com- bined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX
pounds” on your vehicle’s placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will
be riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from
XXX kilograms or XXX pounds.
Cargo and luggage—
—Stowage precautions —Capacity and distribution

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Smart key system warning light
SYSTEM FUNCTION REMINDERS
Follow the instructions described below if
any of the following warnings occur:(A) A warning buzzer sounds once from
the instrument cluster when the igni-
tion switch is turned on
This indicates that the driver has gotten
into the vehicle without the key. The smart
key system warning light on the instru-
ment panel will come on for 5 seconds.
Operate the ignition switch only after tak-
ing care that the key is in the vehicle.
(B) A warning buzzer beeps repeatedly from the instrument cluster when
opening the driver ’s door
This indicates that the engine is not off
although the transmission selector lever
has been set in the “P” position.
Get out of the vehicle only after turning
off the engine by pressing the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch and checking that
the ignition switch indicator light has gone
off. (C) A warning buzzer sounds once from
the instrument cluster, accompanied
by three warning sounds from the
vehicle when the driver gets out of
the vehicle and closes the door
This indicates that the driver is attempting
to leave the vehicle carrying the key, ne-
glecting to follow the instructions for case
(B) above. In addition, the smart key sys-
tem warning light on the instrument panel
will come on.
Get out of the vehicle only after turning
off the engine by pressing the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch and checking that
the ignition switch indicator light has gone
off. If the driver returns to the vehicle
without carrying the key and begins driv-
ing, a warning buzzer will sound once
more.

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(D) A warning buzzer sounds from thevehicle for two seconds after locking
the door with the door handle switch
This indicates that the driver is attempting
to lock the doors while carrying the key,
neglecting to follow the instructions for
cases (B) and (C) above.
Lock the doors only after turning off the
engine by pressing the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch and checking that the igni-
tion switch indicator light has gone off.
A warning buzzer that sounds even though
the engine has been turned off indicates
that you are attempting to lock the vehicle
with the keys still in the vehicle.
Leave the vehicle only after making sure
that you are carrying the key. (E) A warning buzzer sounds continu-
ously from the instrument cluster
when opening the driver ’s door
This indicates that the transmission selec-
tor lever is in a position other than “P”
and that the engine has not been turned
off.
Get out of the vehicle only after setting
the transmission selector lever in the “P”
position, turning off the engine by pressing
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch and
checking that the ignition switch indicator
light has gone off. (F) A warning buzzer sounds continu-
ously from the instrument cluster
and from the vehicle when closing
the door after getting out of the ve-
hicle
This indicates that the driver is attempting
to leave the vehicle carrying the key, ne-
glecting to follow the instructions for case
(E) above. The smart key system warning
light on the instrument panel will come on.
Get out of the vehicle only after setting
the transmission selector lever in the “P”
position, turning off the engine by pressing
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch and
checking that the ignition switch indicator
light has gone off.