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Event data recorder
In a crash or near crash eventThe SRS airbag sensor assembly co ntains the EDR. In a crash or
near crash event, this device may record some or all of the following
information:
● Gasoline engine speed
● Whether the brake pedal was depressed or not
● Vehicle speed
● To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed
● Position of the transmission shift lever
● Whether the driver and front passenger wore seat belts or not
● Driver’s seat position
● SRS airbag deployment data
● SRS airbag system diagnostic data
● Front passenger’s occupant classification
The information above is intended to be used for the purpose of
improving vehicle safety performance. Unlike general data recorders,
the EDR does not record sound data such as conversation between
passengers.
Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control certain aspects
of your vehicle. These computers assi st in driving and maintaining
optimal vehicle performance.
Besides storing data useful for tr oubleshooting, there is an event
data recorder (EDR) that records data in a crash or near crash
event.
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Stop the vehicle immediately.The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.Failure to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
Low engine oil pressure warning light Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The emission control system;
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system
SRS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
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■SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag
sensors, side and curtain shield airbag sensors, curtain shield airbag sen-
sors, floor sensor, driver's seat belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant
classification system, SRS airbag on-off indicator, roll sensing of curtain
shield airbags off indicator, front passenger's seat belt buckle switch, seat
belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, interconnecting wiring and power
sources. ( P. 114)
■ Key reminder buzzer (vehicl es without a smart key system)
The buzzer indicates that the key has not been removed with the engine off
and the driver’s door opened.
■ Open moon roof reminder buzzer (if equipped)
The buzzer indicates that the moon roof is not fully closed with the engine off
and the driver’s door opened.
■ Front passenger detection sensor, passenger seat belt reminder and
warning buzzer
● If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger
detection sensor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning
buzzer to sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.
● If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passen-
ger, and the warning light may not operate properly.
■ If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
● Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
● Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.
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OBD
On Board Diagnostics
RSCA Roll Sensing of Curtain Shield airbag
SRS Supplemental Restraint System
TIN Tire Identification Number
TPMS Tire Pressure Warning System
TRAC/TRC Traction Control
VIN Vehicle Identification Number
VSC Vehicle Stability Control
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
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Alphabetical index
A/C .....................................296, 302
ABS ...........................................253
Accessory meter ......................194
Active head restraints ............... 62
Active traction control ............. 230
Air conditioning filter............... 526
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ..............526
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................302
Manual air conditioning system ................................296
Airbags Airbag operating conditions...117
Airbag precautions for your child .................................... 121
Airbag warning light............... 566
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions............117
Curtain shield airbag precautions .........................121
Front passenger occupant classification system ...........129
General airbag precautions ...121
Locations of airbags ..............114
Modification and disposal of airbags ............................ 126
Proper driving posture ...112, 121
Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch ................127
Side airbag operating conditions............................ 117
Side airbag precautions ........ 121
SRS airbags .......................... 114 Alarm......................................... 109
Antenna .................................... 321
Anti-lock brake system ........... 253
Armrest ..................................... 448
Audio input ............................... 360
Audio remote controls ............ 361
Audio system
Antenna................................. 321
Audio input ............................ 360
AUX adapter ......................... 360
CD player/changer ................ 324
iPod
®..................................... 341
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 333
Optimal use ........................... 355
Portable music player ........... 360
Radio..................................... 317
Steering wheel audio switch.................................. 361
Type ...................................... 313
USB memory......................... 348
AUTO LSD system ................... 232
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................... 302
Automatic light control
system .................................... 198
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ......... 173
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 592
S mode.................................. 176
AUX adapter ............................. 360
Auxiliary box ............................ 422
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Back door
Back door ............................... 56
Back window .......................... 94
Smart key system ... ................ 33
Wireless remote control.......... 47
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 542
Wattage ................................ 622
Back window ............................. 94
Battery
Checking .............................. 509
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ............ 598
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 275
Bluetooth
® audio..................... 364
Bluetooth® phone ................... 380
Bottle holder ............................ 427
Brake
Fluid...................................... 505
Parking brake ....................... 180
Brake assist ............................. 253
Break-in tips ............................ 155
Brightness control Instrument light control ......... 187
Care Exterior ................................. 478
Interior .................................. 481
Seat belts ............................. 482
Cargo capacity ........................ 267
Cargo hooks ............................ 456
Cargo net hooks ...................... 457
CD player/changer .................. 324
Center differential lock ........... 226
Chains ...................................... 277
Child-protectors ........................ 53 Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition ........135
Booster seats, installation .....139
Convertible seats, definition .............................135
Convertible seats,
installation ...........................139
Front passenger occupant classification system ...........129
Infant seats, definition ...........135
Infant seats, installation.........139
Installing CRS with LATCH system........ ............141
Installing CRS with seat belts ............................144
Installing CRS with top straps ..................................147
Child safety
Airbag precautions ................121
Battery precautions .......511, 602
Child-protectors .......................53
Child restraint system............135
How your child should wear the seat belt ..........................82
Installing child restraints ........139
Moon roof precautions ..........101
Power window lock switch.......91
Power window precautions .....93
Removed key battery
precautions .........................530
Seat belt extender
precautions ...........................84
Seat belt precautions ..............83
Seat heater precautions ........446
Cleaning Exterior ..................................478
Interior ...................................481
Seat belts ..............................482
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Clock ......................................... 431
Coin holder ............................... 419
Compass ...................................450
Condenser ................................504
Console box ............................. 418
Cooling systemEngine overheating ............... 603
Crawl Control ...........................241
Cruise control...........................209
Cup holder ................................423
Curtain shield airbags ............. 114
Customizable features............. 638
Daytime running light system .................................... 202
Defogger Rear window .........................310
Side mirrors ...........................310
Dimension.................................610
Dinghy towing .......................... 293
Display Trip information ..................... 195
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 491
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights ..............413
Wattage .................................622
Door lock
Back door ..........................33, 56
Side door ........................... 33, 51
Wireless remote control .......... 47
Doors Back door ..........................33, 56
Door glasses ...........................91
Side door ........................... 33, 51
Side mirrors .............................89
Downhill assist control
system .................................... 238
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ......................................... 568 Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 155
Correct posture ..................... 112
Driving assist systems .......... 253
Off-road precautions ............. 262
Procedures............................ 154
Winter driving tips ................. 275
Electronic key If your electronic key battery is depleted ...... 528, 596
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 554
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 596
If the engine will not start ...... 590
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 592
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ............. 598
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................ 565
If the warning light turns on ... 565
If you cannot operate back
door opener ........................ 595
If you have a flat tire ............. 578
If you lose your keys ............. 594
If you think something is wrong .................................. 561
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 606
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 555
If your vehicle overheats ....... 603
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Radiator .................................... 504
Radio ......................................... 317
Rear differential lock system .................................... 235
Rear seats Adjustment .............................. 65
Folding down ...............67, 69, 72
Rear step bumper ...................... 57
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 541
Wattage .................................622
Rear view monitor system ......218
Rear window ............................... 94
Rear window defogger ............310
Rear window wiper .................. 207
Replacing
Fuses .................................... 531
Key battery ............................ 528
Light bulbs ............................. 541
Tires ......................................578
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ......................646
Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch....... 127
Roof luggage carrier ................267
Safety Connect .........................469
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt .............79
Automatic Locking Retractor ............................... 81
Child restraint system installation ...........................139
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belts ......................482
Emergency Locking
Retractor ............................... 81
How to wear your seat belt......79
How your child should wear the seat belt ..........................82 Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use .............. 81
Reminder light ....................... 568
Seat belt extenders ................. 82
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 80
Seat heaters ............................. 446
Seating capacity ...................... 273
Seats Adjustment ........................ 61, 65
Adjustment precautions .... 64, 75
Child seats/child restraint system installation .............. 139
Cleaning ................................ 481
Head restraints........................ 76
Properly sitting in the seat..... 112
Seat heaters.......................... 446
Service reminder indicators .............................. 189
Shift lever Automatic transmission ......... 173
Front-wheel drive .................. 223
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 592
Shift lock system ..................... 592
Side airbags ............................. 114
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 541
Switch ................................... 198
Wattage................................. 622
Side mirrors Adjusting and folding............... 89
Slide deck ................................. 459
Smart key system Entry function .......................... 33
Starting the engine ................ 167
“SOS” button ........................... 469
Spare tire Inflation pressure .................. 621
Storage location .................... 578
Spark plug ................................ 616R
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