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284 2-5. Driving information
●The vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer is hitched.
Do not drive if the vehicle is not level, and check for improper tongue
weight, overloading, worn suspension, or other possible causes.
● The trailer cargo is securely loaded.
● The rear view mirrors conform to all applicable federal, state/provincial or
local regulations. If they do not, install rear view mirrors appropriate for
towing purposes.
● Depress TOW/HAUL button (if equipped)
■ Break-in schedule
If your vehicle is new or equipped with any new power train components
(such as an engine, transmission, differential or wheel bearing), Toyota rec-
ommends that you do not tow a trailer until the vehicle has been driven \
for
over 500 miles (800 km).
After the vehicle has been driven for over 500 miles (800 km), you can s\
tart
towing. However, for the next 500 miles (800 km), drive the vehicle at a
speed of less than 50 mph (80 km/h) when towing a trailer, and avoid full
throttle acceleration.
■ Maintenance
●If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance
due to the additional load. (See “Owner’s Warranty Information Booklet”
or “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” /“Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
● Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approxi-
mately 600 miles (1000 km) of trailer towing.
■ If trailer sway occurs
One or more factors (crosswinds, passing vehicles, rough roads, etc.) can
adversely affect handling of your vehicle and trailer, causing instability.
●If trailer swaying occurs:
• Firmly grip the steering wheel. Steer straight ahead.
Do not try to control trailer swaying by turning the steering wheel.
• Begin releasing the accelerator pedal immediately but very gradually to reduce speed.
Do not increase speed. Do not apply vehicle brakes.
If you make no extreme correction with the steering or brakes, your vehicle
and trailer should stabilize. (if enabled, Trailer Sway Control can also help to
stabilize the vehicle and trailer.)
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ........................... 292
Manual air conditioning system ........................... 301
Outside rear view mirror defoggers and front
windshield wiper de-icer
(if equipped on Regular
Cab and Double Cab
models) .......................... 309
Back window, outside rear view mirror defoggers
and front windshield
wiper de-icer (if equipped
on CrewMax models) ..... 311
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types .......... 314
Using the radio ................. 318
Using the CD player ......... 326
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ..................... 335
Operating an iPod ............ 343
Operating a USB memory .......................... 349
Optimal use of the audio system ........................... 356
Using the AUX port .......... 360
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 362 3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio
system
Bluetooth
® audio
system ........................... 365
Using the Bluetooth
®
audio system.................. 368
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable
player ............................. 373
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable
player ............................. 375
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup .............................. 380
3-4. Using the rear audio/video system
Rear seat entertainment system ........................... 381
Using the DVD player (DVD video) ................... 390
Using the DVD player (video CD)...................... 399
Using the DVD player (audio CD/CD text) ........ 402
Using the DVD player (MP3 discs) .................... 404
Using the video mode ...... 407
Changing the Setup Menu settings .......................... 409
Interior and exterior
features3
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3-2. Using the audio system
3
Interior and exterior features
Type C: CD player with changer
controller and AM/FM radio
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Using the radioP. 318
Using the CD playerP. 326
Playing MP3 and WMA discsP. 335
Operating an iPodP. 343
Operating a USB memoryP. 349
Optimal use of the audio systemP. 356
Using the AUX portP. 360
Using the steering wheel audio switchesP. 362
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3-2. Using the audio system
Using the steering wheel audio switches
: If equipped
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the
steering wheel.
Increases/decreases vol-
ume
Radio mode: Selects radio
station
CD mode: Selects track/file,
folder and disc
iPod mode: Selects a song
USB memory mode:
Selects a file and folder
Bluetooth
® audio mode:
Selects a track and album
RSE mode: Selects track/
file and chapter
Turns the power on, selects
an audio source
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364 3-2. Using the audio system
Selecting a track/file or songPress to select the CD, iPod, USB memory, Bluetooth
®
audio or RSE mode.
Press “” or “ ” on to select the desired track/file or
song.
Selecting a folder or album
Press to select the CD, USB memory or Bluetooth
® audio
mode.
Press and hold “ ” or “ ” on until you hear a beep.
Selecting a disc in the CD player (type B only)
Press to select the CD mode.
Press and hold “ ” or “ ” on until you hear a beep.
Selecting a track/file or chapter (vehicles with rear seat entertainment system)
Press to select the RSE mode.
Press “ ” or “ ” on to select the desired track/file or
chapter.
CAUTION
■ To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.
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374 3-3. Using the Bluetooth
® audio system
Fast-forwarding and reversing tracksPress and hold “ ” or “
” on .
Switching the display
Press .
Each time is pressed, the display changes in the following order:
Track title Track title/Artist name Track title/Album name Track
title/Elapsed time
Using the steering wheel audio switches
P. 3 6 2
■Bluetooth® audio system functions
Depending on the portable player that is connected to the system, certain
functions may not be available.
■ Error messages
“BT AUDIO ERROR”: This indicates a problem in the system.
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422 3-5. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
■Steering wheel
Vo l u m e
The voice guidance volume
cannot be adjusted using this
button.
On-hook switch
Turns the hands-free sys-
tem off/ends a call/refuses a
call
Off-hook switch
Turns the hands-free sys-
tem on/starts a call
Talk switch
Turns the voice command
system on (press)/turns the
voice command system off
(press and hold)
■ Microphone
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4-2. Maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal • Moves smoothly (without uneven
pedal effort or catching)?
Automatic transmission “Park”
mechanism • Can the vehicle be held securely
on an incline with the shift lever in
P?
Brake pedal • Moves smoothly?
• Does it have appropriate clear-
ance and correct amount of free
play?
Brakes • Not pull to one side when
applied?
• Loss of brake effectiveness?
• Spongy feeling brake pedal?
• Pedal almost touches floor?
Head restraints • Move smoothly and lock
securely?
Indicators/buzzers • Function properly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
• Headlights aimed correctly?
Parking brake • Moves smoothly?
• Can hold the vehicle securely on
an incline?
Seat belts • Does the seat belt system oper-
ate smoothly?
• Are the belts undamaged?
Seats • Do the seat controls operate
properly?
Steering wheel • Moves smoothly?
• Has correct free play?
• No strange noises?