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VERSO_WE_OM64524E826 mm (32.5 in.)
497 mm (19.6 in.)
362 mm (14.3 in.)
297 mm (11.7 in.)
355 mm (14.0 in.)
1
365 mm (14.4 in.)2
354 mm (13.9 in.)1,3
366 mm (14.4 in.)2,3
14 mm (0.6 in.)
*
:Gross vehicle mass and standard tire size1:205/60R16 tires2:215/55R17 tires3:Vehicle category N1 models (Denmark)
To distinguish the vehicle category, ask any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Tire information
Increase the tire inflation pressure to 20.0 kPa (0.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar, 3 psi)
greater than the recommended value when towing. (P. 560)
Increase the air pressure of the trailer tires in accordance with the total
trailer weight and according to the values recommended by the manufac-
turer of your trailer.
Trailer lights
Check that the turn signal lights and stoplights are operating correctly every
time you hitch up the trailer. Directly wiring up to your vehicle may damage
the electrical system and stop the lights from functioning correctly.
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Guidance
Your vehicle will handle differently when towing a trailer. In order to
avoid accident, death or serious injury, keep the following in mind
when towing:
Checking connections between trailer and lights
Stop the vehicle and check the operation of the connection
between the trailer and lights after driving for a brief period as well
as before setting off.
Practicing driving with a coupled trailer
Get the feel for turning, stopping and reversing with the trailer
coupled by practicing in an area with no or light traffic.
When reversing with a coupled trailer, hold the section of the
steering wheel nearest to you and rotate clockwise to turn the
trailer left or counterclockwise to turn right. Always rotate gradu-
ally to prevent steering error. Have someone guide you when
reversing to lessen the risk of accident.
Increasing vehicle-to-vehicle distance
At a speed of 10 km/h (6 mph), the distance to the vehicle running
ahead of you should be equivalent to or greater than the combined
length of your vehicle and trailer. Avoid sudden braking that may
cause skidding. Otherwise, the vehicle may spin out of control.
This is especially true when driving on wet or slippery road sur-
faces.
Sudden acceleration/steering input/cornering
Executing sharp turns when towing may result in the trailer collid-
ing with your vehicle. Decelerate well in advance when approach-
ing turns and take them slowly and carefully to avoid sudden
braking.
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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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3-1. Using the air conditioning
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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Power heater
: If equipped
Power heater can be operated when
The engine is running.
The engine coolant temperature is low.
Normal characteristics of power heater operation
The following cases do not indicate a malfunction.
When the power heater is turned on or off, some white smoke and a
slight odor may be emitted from the power heater exhaust that is located
under the floor.
When the power heater is being used under extremely cold conditions,
vapor may be visible from its exhaust.
When the power heater is turned off, you may hear a sound in the engine
compartment for about 2 minutes until the power heater turns off com-
pletely.
After the heater is off
We recommend not restarting the heater for 10 minutes after you turn it off.
Otherwise, a noise may be heard as the heater ignites.
When refueling your vehicle
The engine must be turned off. Turning the engine off turns the power heater
off.
This feature is used to keep the cab warm in cold conditions.
On/off
The power heater turns on
about 30 seconds after you
press the switch.
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Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
The rear window defogger is used to defog the rear window. The out-
side rear view mirror defoggers
* are used to remove frost, dew or
raindrops from the outside rear view mirrors.
Vehicles with manual air conditioning system
On/off
Press the button to turn on the
rear window defogger and out-
side rear view mirror defog-
gers
*. The indicator light will
come on. The defoggers will
automatically turn off after
approximately 15 minutes.
Vehicles with automatic air conditioning system
On/off
Press the button to turn on the
rear window defogger and out-
side rear view mirror defog-
gers
*. The indicator light will
come on. The defoggers will
automatically turn off after 15
to 60 minutes. The operation
time changes according to the
ambient temperature and vehi-
cle speed. Pressing the button
again also turns the defogger
off.
*: Vehicles with outside rear view mirror defoggers
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NOTICE
CD player precautions
Failure to follow the precautions below may result in serious damage to the
CDs or the player itself.
Do not insert anything other than CDs into the CD slot.
Do not apply oil to the CD player.
Store CDs away from direct sunlight.
Never try to disassemble any part of the CD player.
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3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list
Your Toyota is equipped with an illuminated entry system to assist in
entering the vehicle. Owing to the function of the system, the lights
shown in the following illustration automatically turn on/off accord-
ing to the presence of the electronic key (vehicles with smart entry &
start system), whether the doors are locked/unlocked, whether the
doors are opened/closed, and the engine switch position (vehicles
without smart entry & start system) or “ENGINE START STOP”
switch mode (vehicles with smart entry & start system).
Personal/interior lights (P. 351)
Engine switch light (vehicles without smart entry & start system)
Foot lights
Front door courtesy lights (if equipped)
Console box light (if equipped)
Outer foot lights