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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Before driving
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When all the doors are locked with the entry function (vehicles with
smart key system), wireless remote control or key
The doors cannot be unlocked with the door lock switch.
The door lock switch can be reset by unlocking all the doors with the entry
function (vehicles with smart key system), wireless remote control or key.
■ The doors cannot be locked when
Vehicles without smart key system
The key is in the engine switch and either front door is open. Vehicles with smart key system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode, or the electronic key is left inside the vehicle.
Depending on the position of the electronic key, the key may not be detected
correctly and the door may be locked.
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. door unlocking function) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 510)
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident
Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle.
Failing to do so may result in a door opening and an occupant falling out,
resulting in death or serious injury.
●Always use a seat belt.
● Always lock the doors.
● Ensure that all doors are properly closed.
● Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving.
The doors may be opened and the passengers are thrown out of the vehi-
cle and it may result in serious injury or death.
Be especially careful for the front doors, as the doors may be opened even
if the inside lock buttons are in locked position.
● Set the rear door child protector locks when children are seated in the rear
seats.

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■The rear view monitor system can be operated when
Vehicles without smart key system
The shift lever is in R, the back door is fully closed and the engine switch is
in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with smart key system
The shift lever is in R, the back door is fully closed and the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■ Changing display modes
The rear view monitor display mode can be changed while the screen is on.
●To temporarily disable the rear view monitor system
Push the “AUTO” button.
The indicator will turn amber.
Vehicles without smart key system
The system will be re-enabled once the
engine switch is turned OFF and then
turned to the “ON” position.
Vehicles with smart key system
The system will be re-enabled once the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch is
turned OFF and then turned to IGNI-
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2-4. Using other
driving systems
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When driving
●To constantly disable the rear view monitor system
● To re-enable the rear view monitor system
Push the “AUTO” button. The indicator will turn green.
■ Selecting a language (Eng lish, French or Spanish)
Push and hold the “AUTO” button for 12
to 15 seconds.
The screen will turn off and on after 6
seconds. Keep pushing the button until
the screen turns back off. The indicator
will flash amber.
Vehicles without smart key system
The system will not automatically turn
on again after the engine switch is OFF
and then turned to the “ON” position. Vehicles with smart key system
The system will not automatically turn
on again after the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is OFF and then turned
to IGNITION ON mode.
Push and hold the “AUTO”
button for 6 to 12 seconds.
The screen will turn on and
the indicator will turn green.
Push the “AUTO” button.
Each time the “AUTO” button
is pushed and released, the
language changes. A mes-
sage will flash in the mirror for
5 seconds after the button is
released, indicating that the
change has been completed.STEP 1
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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Reset the maintenance data (U.S.A. only)
After the required maintenance is performed according to the maintenance
schedule, please reset the maintenance data.
To reset the data, follow the procedures described below:
Vehicles without smart key system
Turn the engine switch off with the trip meter A reading shown.
(P. 158)
While pressing the trip meter reset button, turn the engine switch to
the “ON” position.
Press and hold the button until the trip meter displays “000000”.
Vehicles with smart key system Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off with the trip meter A
reading shown. ( P. 158)
While pressing the trip meter reset button, turn the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode.
Press and hold the button until the trip meter displays “000000”.
■ Allow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Toyota dealer
● Toyota technicians are well-trained specialists and are kept up to date
with the latest service information. They are well informed about the
operations of all systems on your vehicle.
● Keep a copy of the repair order. It proves that the maintenance that has
been performed is under warranty coverage. If any problem should arise
while your vehicle is under warranty, your Toyota dealer will promptly
take care of it.
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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there
may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent
accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the shift lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Vehicles without smart key system: Turn the engine switch
to the “LOCK” position.
Vehicles with smart key system: Turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch off.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flat-
head screwdriver or equiva-
lent.
Press the shift lock override
button.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
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