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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .................. 155
Fog light switch ................... 157
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 158
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 160
Driving assist systems ........ 163
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ............. 167
Vehicle load limits ............... 170
Winter driving tips ............... 171
Trailer towing ...................... 175
Dinghy towing (automatic
transmission) .................... 183
Dinghy towing (manual transmission) ...... 184
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system .......... 188
Manual air conditioning system .......... 194
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers .......................... 201 3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types ............ 202
Using the radio ................... 205
Using the CD player ........... 211
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 218
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 225
Using the AUX adapter....... 228
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 229
3-3. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
features ............................ 232
Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) ........... 235
Making a phone call ........... 244
Setting a cellular phone ...... 248
Security and system setup ................................ 253
Using the phone book ........ 257
3-4. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 264
• Interior light ...................... 266
• Personal lights.................. 266
• Personal/interior lights...... 267
3Interior features
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Cruise control switch P. 160
Talk switch P. 236
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without smart
key system)
P. 130
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with smart
key system)
P. 126
Audio remote control
switches
*2P. 229
Telephone switches
P. 236
: If equipped
*2: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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For your information
Main Owner’s Manual
Please note that this manual covers all models and all equipment, including
options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not
installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing.
However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we
reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ
from your vehicle in terms of equipment.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota
vehicles are currently available on the market. You should know that these
parts are not covered by Toyota warranty and that Toyota is not responsible
for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may
cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products.
Modification with non-genuine Toyota products could affect its performance,
safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In
addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification
may not be covered under warranty.
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle may
affect electronic systems such as the multi-port fuel injection system/sequen-
tial multi-port fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake
system, SRS airbag system or seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to
check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instruc-
tions regarding installation.
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When driving2
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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 116
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with smart
key system).................... 126
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without smart
key system).................... 130
Automatic transmission .... 134
Manual transmission ........ 139
Turn signal lever .............. 140
Parking brake ................... 141
Horn ................................. 142
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 143
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 147
Multi-information display............................ 151 2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch ............... 155
Fog light switch ................ 157
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 158
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ................... 160
Driving assist systems ..... 163
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage .......... 167
Vehicle load limits ............ 170
Winter driving tips ............ 171
Trailer towing ................... 175
Dinghy towing (automatic
transmission) ................. 183
Dinghy towing (manual transmission) ... 184
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A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking forces than a
higher shift range.
■Downshifting restrictions
Standard type
The shift lever cannot be downshifted if the following speeds are exceeded. mph (km/h)
Multi-mode type
To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may
sometimes be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be
possible even when the shift lever is operated. (The warning buzzer will
sound twice.)
■ When driving with the cruise control system
Standard type
Engine braking will not occur when downshifting from D to 3. (P. 160) Multi-mode type
Engine braking will not occur when downshifting from D to 4 range of S, or
from 5 to 4 range of S. ( P. 160)
■ If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
P. 406
■ If the “S” indicator does not come on even after shifting the shift lever
to S (multi-mode type)
This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
(In this situation, the vehicle will operate as if the shift lever is in D.)
DownshiftingMaximum speed
3 2 59 (95)
2 L 28 (46)
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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
■
Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the
vehicle’s various systems.
Turn signal indicator
(P. 140)
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
( P. 155)
Headlight high beam
indicator ( P. 155)
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
(P. 155)
(if equipped)
Slip indicator
(P. 163)
(if equipped)
Front fog light indicator
( P. 157)
Engine immobilizer sys-
tem indicator ( P. 78)
(if equipped)
Cruise control indicator
(P. 160)
(if equipped)
“VSC OFF” indicator
(P. 163)
(vehicles with an automatic transmission)
*2
*2
*1
*1“AIR BAG ON”
and “AIR BAG
OFF” indica-
tor ( P. 9 5 )*1
Shift position
indicators
(P. 134)
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2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control
Use cruise control to maintain a set speed without using the acceler-
ator.
Indicator
Cruise control switch
■ Setting the vehicle speed
Press the “ON-OFF” button to
activate the cruise control.
Press the button once more to
deactivate the cruise control.
Accelerate or decelerate to
the desired speed and push
the lever down to set the
cruise control speed.
STEP 1
STEP 2
: If equipped
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2-4. Using other
driving systems
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When driving
■Cruise control can be set when
●Automatic transmission:
The shift lever is in D or 3 (standard type), or in D, 4 or 5 range of S
(multi-mode type).
● Vehicle speed is above 25 mph (40 km/h).
■ Adjusting the speed setting
Increase speed
Decrease speed
Hold the lever until the desired
speed setting is obtained.
Fine adjustment of the set
speed (approximately 1.0 mph
[1.6 km/h]) can be made by
lightly pushing the lever up or
down and releasing it.
■Canceling and resuming regular acceleration
Cancel
Pull the lever towards you to
cancel cruise control.
The speed setting is also can-
celed when the brakes are
applied or the clutch pedal
(manual transmission) is
depressed.
Resume
To resume cruise control and
return to the set speed, push
the lever up.