2010 TOYOTA SIENNA indicator

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The indicator and buzzer system■ Corner sensor operation and distance to an obstacle
The system operates when the vehicle approaches within following
distance to an obstacle. The in dicator flashes and the buzzer
sounds when the system is operating.
Front (if equipped)
ft. (cm)
Rear ft. (cm)
Distance to an obstacleIndicator and buzzer
Approximately 2.0 - 1.3 (60 - 40) Intermittent
Approximately 1.3 - 0.8 (40 - 25) Fast intermittent
Approximately 0.8 or less (25 or less) Continuously
Distance to an obstacleIndicator and buzzer
Approximately 2.8 - 1.7 (85 - 52) Intermittent
Approximately 1.7 - 0.8 (52 - 25) Fast intermittent
Approximately 0.8 or less (25 or less) Continuously

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■Back sensor operation and distance to an obstacle
The system operates when the vehicle approaches within following
distance to an obstacle. The in dicator flashes and the buzzer
sounds when the system is operating.
ft. (cm)
Distance to an obstacleIndicator and buzzer
Approximately 5.9 - 3.0 (180 - 90) Intermittent
Approximately 3.0 - 1.8 (90 - 55) Fast intermittent
Approximately 1.8 or less (55 or less) Continuously

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■When to contact your Toyota dealer
In the following cases, have your Toyota dealer check the system.
●When the bumper is damaged.
● When the indicator is continuously on.
■ Certification (Canada only)
This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001.
CAUTION
■Caution when using the Intuitive parking assist
●The Intuitive parking assist is intended as an aid to assist you to park and
is not a substitute for your persona l judgment. Make your driving decisions
based on your observations.
● Do not attach accessories or other objects to the vehicle within the sensor
perceptible area. Doing so may cause the system to malfunction, which
might result in an accident.
● In certain situations, the system will not function properly and when the
vehicle approaches certain objects, the system will not detect those
objects. Therefore, always observe the area around the vehicle and do not
rely solely on the system.
NOTICE
■ Notes when washing the vehicle
Do not apply intensive bursts of water or steam to the sensor area.
Doing so may result in the sensor malfunctioning.

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Driving assist systems
When VSC and TRAC are operating
If the vehicle is in danger of slip-
ping or the front wheels (2WD
models), or 4 wheels (AWD mod-
els) spin, the indicator flashes to
indicate that VSC/TRAC system
have been engaged.
A buzzer (intermittent) sounds to
indicate that VSC is operating.
To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following sys-
tems operate automatically in res ponse to various driving situations.
Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and
should not be relied upon too heavi ly when operating the vehicle.
■ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Helps to prevent wheel lock when the brakes are applied suddenly, or if
the brakes are applied while driving on a slippery road surface.
■Brake assist
Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal is
depressed, when the system detects a panic stop situation.
■VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or turning
on slippery road surfaces.
■TRAC (Traction Control)
Maintains drive power and prevents the front wheels (2WD models) or
4 wheels (AWD models) from spinning when starting the vehicle or
accelerating on slippery roads.

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To disable TRAC (2WD models only)If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, TRAC may reduce
power from the engine to the wheels. You may need to turn the sys-
tem off to enable you to rock the vehicle in order to free it.
■ Turning off TRAC
Push the button to turn off
TRAC.
The “TRAC OFF” indicator light
should come on.
Push the button again to turn the
system back on.
■ Automatic reactivation of TRAC (2WD models only)
Turning the engine switch off after turning off the TRAC system will automat-
ically re-enable it.
■ Sounds and vibrations caused by ABS, brake assist, VSC and TRAC
●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 indi-
cate that a malfunction has occurred in any of these systems.
● Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are
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.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down slightly after ABS is activated.

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■Another situation in which the “T RAC OFF” indicator light comes on
(2WD models only)
When the “VSC” warning light comes on, the “TRAC OFF” indicator light
comes on even if the “TRAC OFF” switch is not pushed.
CAUTION
■ ABS does not operate effectively when
●Tires with inadequate gripping ability are used (such as excessively worn
tires on a snow covered road).
● The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on the wet or slick
road.
■ Stopping distance when ABS is operating on the wet or slick roads
ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle's stopping distance. Always
maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you in the following situ-
ations.
●When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
● When driving with tire chains
● When driving over bumps in the road
● When driving over roads with potholes or uneven roads
■ TRAC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if the TRAC system is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.

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CAUTION
■When VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes and a warning buzzer sounds. Always drive
carefully. Reckless driving may cause an accident. Exercise particular care
when the indicator light flashes and a buzzer sounds.
■ When TRAC is off (2WD models only)
Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road condi-
tions. As this is a system to ensure vehicle stability and driving force, do not
turn off TRAC unless necessary.
■ Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the same size, brand, tread pattern and total
load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the recom-
mended tire pressure level.
The ABS and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires are fit-
ted on the vehicle.
Contact your Toyota dealer for further information when replacing tires or
wheels.
■ Handling of tires and suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect
the driving assist systems, and may cause the system to malfunction.

242 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Feet and windshield
The air conditioning system oper-
ates automatically.
Recirculated air mode will auto-
matically switch to outside air
mode.
Windshield and side windows
The air conditioning system oper-
ates automatically.
Recirculated air mode will auto-
matically switch to outside air
mode. It is not possible to return
to recirculated air mode when the
switch is in this position.
■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches between outside air mode (indicator off) and recircu-
lated air mode (indicator on) each time is pressed.