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Headlight switch .................. 198
Fog light switch ................... 204
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 205
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 207
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ...................... 209
Intuitive parking assist......... 213
Rear view monitor system .............................. 218
Four-wheel drive system (part-time 4WD models).... 223
Four-wheel drive system (full-time 4WD models) ..... 226
Active traction control system .............................. 230
AUTO LSD system.............. 232
Rear differential lock system .............................. 235
Downhill assist control system .............................. 238
Crawl Control ...................... 241
Multi-terrain Select .............. 245
Driving assist systems ........ 253 2-5. Driving information
Off-road precautions........... 262
Cargo and luggage ............. 267
Vehicle load limits............... 273
Winter driving tips ............... 275
Trailer towing ...................... 280
Dinghy towing ..................... 293
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Manual air conditioning system .............................. 296
Automatic air conditioning system .............................. 302
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ............... 310
Windshield wiper de-icer .... 312
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types ............ 313
Using the radio ................... 317
Using the CD player ........... 324
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ................................. 333
Operating an iPod .............. 341
Operating a USB memory ............................ 348
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 355
Using the AUX port............. 360
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 361
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Bluetooth
® audio system .... 364
Using the Bluetooth®
audio system .................... 367
Operating a Bluetooth
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enabled portable player ... 372
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player ... 374
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup ................................ 379
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone)
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
features ............................ 380
Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) ........... 384
Making a phone call ........... 392
Setting a cellular phone...... 396
Security and system setup ................................ 401
Using the phone book ........ 405
3-5. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 413
• Interior lights .................... 414
• Personal lights ................. 414 3-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features ....... 416
• Glove box ......................... 417
• Console box ..................... 418
• Coin holder ....................... 419
• Tissue pocket ................... 420
• Pen holder ........................ 421
• Auxiliary box ..................... 422
• Cup holders ...................... 423
• Bottle holders ................... 427
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors ........................... 429
Vanity mirrors ..................... 430
Clock................................... 431
Outside temperature display .............................. 433
Power outlets (12V DC) ...... 436
Power outlets (120V AC) .... 439
Seat heaters ....................... 446
Armrest ............................... 448
Floor mat ............................ 449
Compass ............................ 450
Luggage compartment features ............................ 456
Garage door opener ........... 462
Safety Connect ................... 469
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Conditions aff ecting operation
The smart key system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations,
the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be
affected, preventing the smart key system, wireless remote control and
immobilizer system from operating properly. (Way of coping P. 597)
● When the electronic key battery is depleted
● Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electri-
cal noise
● When carrying a portable radio, mobile phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication device
● When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
● When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity
● When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby
● When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that
emit radio waves
• Another vehicle's electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio
waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
● If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to
the back window
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Modification and disposal of SRS airbag system components
Do not dispose of your vehicle or per form any of the following modifications
without consulting your Toyota dealer. The SRS airbags may malfunction or
deploy (inflate) accidentally, causing death or serious injury.
● Installation, removal, disassembly and repair of the SRS airbags
● Repairs, modifications, removal or replacement of the steering wheel,
instrument panel, dashboard, seats or seat upholstery, front and rear pil-
lars, roof side rails or roof head lining
● Repairs or modifications of the front fender, front bumper, or side of the
occupant compartment
● Installation of snow plows, winches, etc. to the front grille (bull bars, or
kangaroo bar etc.)
● Modifications to the vehicle’s suspension system
● Installation of electronic devices such as mobile two-way radios and CD
players
● Modifications to your vehicle for a person with a physical disability
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Manual air conditioning system ........................... 296
Automatic air conditioning system ....... 302
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ............ 310
Windshield wiper de-icer ............................ 312
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types .......... 313
Using the radio ................. 317
Using the CD player ......... 324
Playing MP3 and WMA discs............................... 333
Operating an iPod ............ 341
Operating a USB memory .......................... 348
Optimal use of the audio system ........................... 355
Using the AUX port .......... 360
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 361
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audio system
Bluetooth
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system ........................... 364
Using the Bluetooth
®
audio system.................. 367
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable
player ............................. 372
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable
player ............................. 374
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup .............................. 379
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone)
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
features .......................... 380
Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) ......... 384
Making a phone call ......... 392
Setting a cellular phone ............................. 396
Security and system setup .............................. 401
Using the phone book ...... 405 3-5. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ............... 413
• Interior lights .................. 414
• Personal lights ............... 414
3-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features .... 416
• Glove box....................... 417
• Console box ................... 418
• Coin holder .................... 419
• Tissue pocket ................. 420
• Pen holder ..................... 421
• Auxiliary box .................. 422
• Cup holders ................... 423
• Bottle holders ................. 427
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors ........................ 429
Vanity mirrors ................... 430
Clock ................................ 431
Outside temperature display............................ 433
Power outlets (12V DC) ........................ 436
Power outlets (120V AC) ...................... 439
Seat heaters..................... 446
Armrest ............................ 448
Floor mat .......................... 449
Compass .......................... 450
Luggage compartment features .......................... 456
Garage door opener......... 462
Safety Connect ................ 469
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Audio system types
With a navigation system
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer
to the “Navigation Sy stem Owner's Manual”.
Without a navigation system
Type A: CD player with changer controller and AM/FM radio
Type B: CD player with changer controller and AM/FM radio
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Using the radioP. 317
Using the CD playerP. 324
Playing MP3 and WMA discsP. 333
Operating an iPodP. 341
Operating a USB memoryP. 348
Optimal use of the audio systemP. 355
Using the AUX portP. 360
Using the steering wheel audio switchesP. 361