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1-1. Key informationKeys ..................................... 42
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Wireless remote control ....... 44
Side doors ............................ 47
Tailgate ................................ 52
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ........................... 60
Rear seats (Double Cab and CrewMax models) ....... 65
Driving position memory (driver’s seat) ..................... 70
Head restraints ..................... 73
Seat belts ............................. 77
Steering wheel (manually adjustable type) .................. 85
Steering wheel (power-adjustable type)...... 87
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror .................................. 88
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 91
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows .................... 96
Back window ...................... 100
Power back window ........... 101
Moon roof ........................... 104 1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap... 109
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system .............................. 114
Alarm .................................. 116
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ....... 118
SRS airbags ....................... 120
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 136
Child restraint systems ....... 143
Installing child restraints ..... 149
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle .............. 174
Engine (ignition) switch....... 183
Automatic transmission ...... 186
Turn signal lever ................. 191
Parking brake ..................... 192
Horn .................................... 193
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ............ 194
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 200
Multi-information display ..... 204
Accessory meter ................. 210
1Before driving
2When driving
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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 174
Engine (ignition) switch .... 183
Automatic transmission .... 186
Turn signal lever .............. 191
Parking brake ................... 192
Horn ................................. 193
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 194
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 200
Multi-information display............................ 204
Accessory meter .............. 210
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ............... 213
Fog light switch ................ 217
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 218
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ................... 221
Intuitive parking assist...... 224
Rear view monitor system ........................... 230
Four-wheel drive system ........................... 236
AUTO LSD system........... 240
Driving assist systems ..... 243 2-5. Driving information
Off-road precautions ........ 250
Cargo and luggage .......... 255
Vehicle load limits ............ 258
Winter driving tips ............ 260
Trailer towing ................... 264
Dinghy towing .................. 285
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CAUTION
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When driving the vehicle
●Do not shift the shift lever to P while the vehicle is moving.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle\
control.
● Do not shift the shift lever to R while the vehicle is moving forward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle\
control.
● Do not shift the shift lever to D while the vehicle is moving backward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle\
control.
● Moving the shift lever to N while the vehicle is moving will disengage the
engine from the transmission. Engine braking is not available when N is
selected.
● During normal driving, do not turn off the engine. Turning the engine off
while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the
power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more difficult to
steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it
is safe to do so.
However, in the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible
to stop the vehicle in the normal way: P. 595
● Use engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving
down a steep hill.
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose
effectiveness. ( P. 186)
● When stopped on an inclined surface, use the brake pedal and parking
brake to prevent the vehicle from rolling backward or forward and causing
an accident.
● Do not adjust the position of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or
outside rear view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control that can cause accidents
that may result in death or serious injury.
● Always check that all passengers’ arms, heads or other parts of their bod-
ies are not outside the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury.
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CAUTION
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Avoid revving or racing the engine.
Running the engine at high speed while the vehicle is stopped may cause
the exhaust system to overheat, which could result in a fire if combustible
material is nearby.
■ When the vehicle is parked
●Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink cans in
the vehicle when it is in the sun.
Doing so may result in the following.
• Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter or spray can, and may lead to a
fire.
• The temperature inside the vehicle may cause the plastic lenses and plastic material of eye glasses to deform or crack.
• Soft drink cans may fracture, causing the contents to spray over the interior of the vehicle, and may also cause a short circuit in the vehi-
cle’s electrical components.
● Always apply the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P, stop the engine
and lock the vehicle.
Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the engine is running.
● If the shift lever is moved before the 4LO indicator turns on/off, the transfer
mode may not be shifted completely. The transfer mode disengages both
the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and allows the vehicle to
move regardless of the shift position. (At this time, the indicator blinks and
the buzzer sounds.)
Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in
P. You or someone else could be seriously injured. You must complete the
shifting of the transfer mode. ( P. 238)
● Do not touch the exhaust pipe while the engine is running or immediately
after turning the engine off.
Doing so may cause burns.
● Do not leave the engine running in an area with snow build-up, or where it
is snowing. If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the engine is
running, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead
to death or a serious health hazard.
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Automatic transmission
Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.
■Shifting the shift lever
Floor shift type
While the engine switch is on, depress the brake pedal and
move the shift lever.
Column-shift type
While the engine switch is on, depress the brake pedal and
move the shift lever.
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■Gear range display when driving in S mode
The current gear range is displayed on the combination meter. ( P. 187)
■ When driving with the cruise control system (if equipped)
The engine brake will not operate in the S mode, even when downshifting to
5 or 4 (6-speed models) or 4 or 3 (5-speed models). ( P. 221)
■ If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
P. 627
■ If the S indicator does not come on even after shifting the shift lever to
S
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.)
■ AI-SHIFT
The AI-SHIFT automatically shifts the gear to the optimal position according
to the driver performance and driving conditions.
The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D posi-
tion. (Shifting the shift lever to the S position cancels the function.)
■ Downshifting restrictions wa rning buzzer (in the S mode)
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.)
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Multi-informat
ion display
P. 204
Automatic transmission fluid temperature gauge
Displays the automatic transmission fluid temperature.
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Fuel gauge
Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank.
Voltmeter (if equipped)
Displays the charge state.
Engine oil pressure gauge (if equipped)
Displays the engine oil pressure.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature.
Odometer/trip meter switching and trip meter resetting button
Switches between odometer and trip meter displays. Pushing and hold-
ing the button will reset the trip meter when the trip meter is being dis-
played.
Odometer/trip meter
Odometer:
Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven.
Trip meter:
Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was
last reset. Trip meters A and B can be used to record and display differ-
ent distances independently.
Automatic transmission fluid temperature gauge (if equipped)
Displays the automatic transmission fluid temperature.