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Headlight switch .................. 203
Fog light switch ................... 209
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 211
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 214
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 217
Intuitive parking assist......... 221
Rear view monitor system .............................. 226
Four-wheel drive system (part-time 4WD models).... 236
Four-wheel drive system (full-time 4WD models) ..... 241
Active traction control system .............................. 245
AUTO LSD system.............. 247
Rear differential lock system .............................. 250
Downhill assist control system .............................. 253
Crawl Control ...................... 256
Multi-terrain Select .............. 260
Driving assist systems ........ 268
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions ........... 277
Cargo and luggage ............. 282
Vehicle load limits ............... 288
Winter driving tips ............... 290
Trailer towing ...................... 295
Dinghy towing ..................... 313 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Manual air conditioning system .............................. 316
Automatic air conditioning system .............................. 322
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ............... 331
Windshield wiper de-icer .... 333
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types ............ 334
Using the radio ................... 341
Using the CD player ........... 348
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ................................. 357
Operating an iPod .............. 365
Operating a USB memory ............................ 372
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 379
Using the AUX port............. 384
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 385
Detachable pole antenna ............................ 388
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Bluetooth
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Using the Bluetooth®
audio system .................... 394
Operating a Bluetooth
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enabled portable player ... 399
Setting up a Bluetooth
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enabled portable player ... 401
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup ................................ 406
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone)
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
features ............................ 407
Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) ........... 412
Making a phone call ........... 420
Setting a cellular phone...... 424
Security and system setup ................................ 429
Using the phone book ........ 433
3-5. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 441
• Interior lights .................... 442
• Personal lights ................. 442 3-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features ....... 444
• Glove box ......................... 445
• Console box ..................... 446
• Coin holder ....................... 447
• Tissue pocket ................... 448
• Pen holder ........................ 449
• Auxiliary box ..................... 450
• Cup holders ...................... 452
• Bottle holders ................... 455
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors ........................... 457
Vanity mirrors ..................... 458
Clock................................... 459
Outside temperature display .............................. 461
Power outlets (12 V DC) ..... 464
Power outlets (120 V AC) ... 467
Seat heaters ....................... 474
Armrest ............................... 476
Assist grips ......................... 477
Floor mat ............................ 478
Compass ............................ 480
Luggage compartment features ............................ 486
Garage door opener ........... 492
Safety Connect ................... 499
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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. 625)
● 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 ........................... 316
Automatic air conditioning system ........................... 322
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ............ 331
Windshield wiper de-icer ............................ 333
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types .......... 334
Using the radio ................. 341
Using the CD player ......... 348
Playing MP3 and WMA discs............................... 357
Operating an iPod ............ 365
Operating a USB memory .......................... 372
Optimal use of the audio system .................. 379
Using the AUX port .......... 384
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 385
Detachable pole antenna .......................... 388
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Bluetooth
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system ........................... 391
Using the Bluetooth
®
audio system.................. 394
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable
player ............................. 399
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable
player ............................. 401
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup .............................. 406
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone)
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
features .......................... 407
Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) ......... 412
Making a phone call ......... 420
Setting a cellular phone ............................. 424
Security and system setup .............................. 429
Using the phone book ...... 433
3-5. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ............... 441
• Interior lights .................. 442
• Personal lights ............... 442 3-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features .... 444
• Glove box....................... 445
• Console box ................... 446
• Coin holder .................... 447
• Tissue pocket ................. 448
• Pen holder ..................... 449
• Auxiliary box .................. 450
• Cup holders ................... 452
• Bottle holders ................. 455
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors ........................ 457
Vanity mirrors ................... 458
Clock ................................ 459
Outside temperature display............................ 461
Power outlets (12 V DC) ....................... 464
Power outlets (120 V AC) ..................... 467
Seat heaters..................... 474
Armrest ............................ 476
Assist grips....................... 477
Floor mat .......................... 478
Compass .......................... 480
Luggage compartment features .......................... 486
Garage door opener......... 492
Safety Connect ................ 499
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Audio system types
Without navigation system and Display Audio 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. 341
Using the CD playerP. 348
Playing MP3 and WMA discsP. 357
Operating an iPodP. 365
Operating a USB memoryP. 372
Optimal use of the audio systemP. 379
Using the AUX portP. 384
Using the steering wheel audio switchesP. 385