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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
Automatic Transmission
Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.
■Shifting the shift lever
While the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch
or the engine switch is
in ON, depress the
brake pedal and move
the shift lever.
■ Shift position uses
*1: To improve fuel consumption and reduce noises, set the shift lever in
the “D” position for normal driving.
*2: Selecting shift ranges using S mode restricts the upper limit of thepossible gear ranges, controls engine braking forces, and prevents
unnecessary upshifting.
Shift positionFunction
PParking the vehicle or starting the engine
RReversing
NNeutral
DNormal driving*1
SS mode driving ( P. 172)*2

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
Multi-information display (if equipped)
The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of
driving-related data, including th e current outside temperature and
clock.
● Outside temperature
Indicates the outside tempera-
ture.
The temperature range that
can be displayed is from -40°F
(-40°C) to 122°F (50°C).
●Clock (  P. 186)
Indicates and sets the time.
● Trip information ( P. 184)
Displays cruising range, fuel
consumption and other cruis-
ing-related information.
● Automatic air conditioning
system display (if equipped)
( P. 247)
Automatically displayed when
the automatic air conditioning
is turned on.
● Rear view monitor
( P. 203)
Automatically displayed when
the shift lever is moved into the
R position.
● Warning messages
( P. 498)
Automatically displayed when
a malfunction occurs in one of
the vehicle’s systems.

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Trip informationPush the “DISP” button to dis-
play trip information.
Display items can be switched
by pressing the “DISP” button.
■ Average fuel consumption after refueling
Displays the average fuel consumption since the vehicle was last
refueled.
■ Instantaneous fuel consumption
Displays the instantan eous fuel consumption.
■ Cruising range
Displays the estimated maximum di stance that can be driven with
the quantity of fuel remaining.
• This distance is computed based on your average fuel consumption. As
a result, the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that dis-
played.
• When only a small amount of fuel is added to the tank, the display may
not be updated.
■Driving distance
Displays the driving distance since the engine was started.
■ Average fuel consumption
Displays the average fuel cons umption since the function was
reset.
This function can be reset by pressing the “DISP” button for longer than
one second when the average fuel consumption is displayed.
When the function is reset, the previous five average fuel consumption
values will automatically be displayed for six seconds.

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
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Average fuel consumption history
Displays the previous five av erage fuel consumption values.
Setting up the displays
Display the set up screen on the
multi-information display when
the vehicle is stopped.
Press and hold the “DISP” button
to display the set up screen.
Select the desired item on the
menu screen.
Press and hold the “DISP” button
to enter the setting mode.
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2-5. Driving information
Trailer towing
Your vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger carrying vehicle.
Towing a trailer will have an adverse effect on handling, perfor-
mance, braking, durability, and fuel consumption. For your safety
and the safety of others , do not overload the vehicle or trailer.
To tow a trailer safely, use extreme care and drive the vehicle in
accordance with the tra iler's characteristics and operating condi-
tions.
The vehicle stability and braking performance are affected by trailer
stability, brake setting and performance, and the hitch.
Toyota warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by
towing a trailer for commercial purposes.
Contact your Toyota dealer for fu rther information about additional
requirements such as a towing kits, etc.