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Sensor detection information
Certain vehicle conditions and the surrounding environment may affect
the ability of a sensor to correctly detect an obstacle. Particular instances
where this may occur are listed below.
• There is dirt, snow or ice on a sensor.
• A sensor is frozen.
• A sensor is covered in any way.
• The vehicle is leaning considerably to one side.
• On an extremely bumpy road, on an incline, on gravel, or on grass.
• The vicinity of the vehicle is noisy due to vehicle horns, motorcycle
engines, air brakes of large vehicles, or other loud noises producing
ultrasonic waves.
• There is another vehicle equipped with parking assist sensors in the
vicinity.
• A sensor is coated with a sheet of spray or heavy rain.
• The vehicle is equipped with a fender pole or radio antenna.
• Towing eyelet is installed.
• A bumper or sensor receives a strong impact.
• The vehicle is approaching a tall or right-angled curb.
• In harsh sunlight or intense cold weather.
• A non-genuine Toyota suspension (lowered suspension etc.) is
installed.
In addition to the examples above, there are instances in which, because of
their shape, signs and other objects may be judged by a sensor to be closer
than they are.
The shape of the obstacle may prevent a sensor from detecting it. Pay
particular attention to the following obstacles:
• Wires, fences, ropes, etc.
• Cotton, snow and other materials that absorb sound waves
• Sharply-angles objects
• Low obstacles
• Tall obstacles with upper sections projecting outwards in the direction
of your vehicle
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Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
Remove any ice that has accumulated on the vehicle chassis.
Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.
When driving the vehicle
Accelerate the vehicle slowly and drive at a reduced speed suit-
able to road conditions.
When parking the vehicle
Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to “P” (Multidrive or
automatic transmission) or to “1” or “R” (manual transmission)
without setting the parking brake. The parking brake may freeze
up, preventing it from being released. If necessary, block the
wheels to prevent inadvertent sliding or creeping.
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VERSO_WE_OM64524EImportant points regarding turning
The wheels of the trailer will travel closer to the inside of the curve
than the wheels of the vehicle. To make allowance for this, take the
turns wider than you would normally.
Important points regarding stability
Vehicle movement resulting from uneven road surfaces and strong
crosswinds will affect handling. The vehicle may also be rocked by
passing buses or large trucks. Frequently check behind when mov-
ing alongside such vehicles. As soon as such vehicle movement
occurs, immediately start to decelerate smoothly by slowly apply-
ing the brakes. Always steer the vehicle straight ahead while brak-
ing.
Passing other vehicles
Consider the total combined length of your vehicle and trailer, and
ensure that the vehicle-to-vehicle distance is sufficient before exe-
cuting lane changes.
Transmission information
Multidrive or automatic transmission
To maintain engine braking efficiency, when using engine brak-
ing, do not use the transmission in “D”. Transmission shift gear
position must be in “4” in the 7-speed sport sequential shiftmatic
mode (Multidrive) (P. 196) or the “M” mode (automatic trans-
mission) (P. 202).
Manual transmission
To maintain engine braking efficiency, when using engine brak-
ing, do not use the transmission in “5” and “6” gear. (P. 209)
When towing a trailer, check the engine coolant temperature
warning light (Red)
Towing a loaded trailer up a long steep incline in temperatures
exceeding 30C (85F) may result in the engine overheating.
If the engine coolant temperature warning light (Red) flashes or
comes on, turn the air conditioning off immediately and stop the
vehicle in a safe place. (P. 532)
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system and defogger
Manual air conditioning
system ............................ 292
Automatic air conditioning
system ............................ 297
Power heater .................... 304
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror
defoggers ....................... 306
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types .......... 308
Using the radio ................. 314
Using the CD player ......... 319
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs...................... 324
Operating an iPod............. 330
Operating a USB
memory........................... 336
Optimal use of the audio
system ............................ 343
Using the AUX port ........... 345
Using the steering wheel
audio switches ................ 346
3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list................ 349
• Personal/interior lights
main switch ..................... 350
• Personal/interior lights .... 3513-4. Using the storage features
List of storage features ..... 352
• Glove box ....................... 353
• Console box.................... 354
• Overhead console .......... 355
• Cup holders .................... 356
• Bottle holders.................. 357
• Auxiliary boxes ............... 358
3-5. Other interior features
Sun visors ......................... 361
Vanity mirror ..................... 362
Conversation mirror .......... 363
Portable ashtray................ 364
Cigarette lighter ................ 365
Power outlet ...................... 366
Seat heaters ..................... 368
Armrest ............................. 370
Front seatback table ......... 371
Panoramic roof shade....... 373
Rear side sunshades ........ 376
Floor mat........................... 377
Luggage compartment
features........................... 379
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Manual air conditioning system
Adjusting the settings
Adjusting the temperature setting (vehicles with air condition-
ing system)
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or counter-
clockwise (cool).
If is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air or
heated air.
Adjusting the temperature setting (vehicles without air condi-
tioning system)
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise to increase the tem-
perature.
: If equipped
Fan speed control dial
Outside air or recirculated air mode
button Air outlet
selection dial
Air conditioning on/off button
(if equipped)Temperature
control dial
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VERSO_WE_OM64524EAdjusting the fan speed
Turn the fan speed control dial clockwise (increase) or counter
clockwise (decrease).
Set the dial to “0” to turn the fan off.
Changing the air outlets
Turn the air outlet selection dial.
The air outlets switch each time
either side of air outlet selection
dial is turned.
Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body and
feet.
: Some models
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VERSO_WE_OM64524EMainly air flows to the feet.
: Some models
Air flows to the feet and the
windshield defogger operates.
: Some models
Air flows to the windshield and
side windows.
The air intake is automatically
switched to outside air mode.
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.
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Adjusting the position of and opening and closing the air outlets
Center outlets
Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob up to open the
vent and down to close the
vent.
Right and left side outlets
Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob up to open the
vent and down to close the
vent.