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Conditions that may trigger the system even if there is no possibility of
a collision
When there is an object by the roadside at the entrance to a curve
When passing an oncoming vehicle on a curve
When driving over a narrow iron bridge
When there is a metal object on the road surface
When driving on an uneven road surface
When passing an oncoming vehicle on a right-turn (right-hand drive vehi-
cles) or left-turn (left-hand drive vehicles)
When your vehicle rapidly closes on the vehicle in front
When a grade separation/interchange, sign, billboard, or other structure
appears to be directly in the vehicle’s line of travel
When the steep angle of the road causes a metal object located beneath
the road surface to be seen ahead of the vehicle
When an extreme change in vehicle height occurs
When the axis of the radar is out of adjustment
When passing through certain toll gates
When passing through an overpass
When the system is activated in the situations described above there is also
a possibility that the seat belts will retract quickly and the brakes will be
applied with a force greater than normal. When the seat belt is locked in the
restricted position, stop the vehicle in a safe place, release the seat belt and
refasten.
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When driving
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CAUTION
Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury.
Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations as the item
may get under the clutch, brake or accelerator pedal and prevent the ped-
als from being depressed properly, block the driver’s vision, or hit the
driver or passengers, causing an accident.
• Driver’s feet
• Front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)
• Package tray (sedan)
• Luggage cover (wagon)
• Instrument panel
• Dashboard
• Auxiliary box or tray that has no lid
Secure all items in the occupant compartment, as they may shift and injure
someone during an accident or sudden braking.
Never allow anyone to ride in the enlarged trunk or luggage compartment.
It is not designed for passengers. They should ride in their seats with their
seat belts properly fastened. Otherwise, they are much more likely to suf-
fer death or serious injury, in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerv-
ing or an accident.
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Interior features
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Trunk features (sedan)
Cargo hooks
Cargo hooks are provided for
securing loose items.
First-aid kit storage belt
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Caring for leather areas
Toyota recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year
to maintain the quality of the vehicle’s interior.
Shampooing the carpets
There are several commercial foaming-type cleaners available. Use a
sponge or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not apply
water. Excellent results are obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as possi-
ble.
Seat belts
Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge. Also
check the belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.
CAUTION
Water in the vehicle
Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehicle. Doing so may cause electrical
components etc. to malfunction or catch fire.
Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet.
(P. 157)
Electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or not function
properly, resulting in death or serious injury.
Cleaning the interior (especially instrument panel)
Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel may reflect off
the windshield, obstructing the driver’s view and leading to an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.
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Maintenance and care
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CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury observe the following precautions.
When working on the engine compartment
Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the
engine compartment.
Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat-
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with
clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
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Low profile tires (225/45R18 tires)
Generally, low profile tires will wear more rapidly and tire grip performance
will be reduced on snowy and/or icy roads when compared to standard tires.
Be sure to use snow tires or tire chains on snowy and/or icy roads and drive
carefully at a speed appropriate for road and weather conditions.
CAUTION
When inspecting or replacing tires
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
Failure to do so may cause damage to parts of the drive train, as well as
dangerous handling characteristics, which may lead to an accident resulting
in death or serious injury.
Do not mix tires of different makes, models or tread patterns.
Also, do not mix tires of remarkably different treadwear.
Do not use tire sizes other than those recommended by Toyota.
Do not mix differently constructed tires (radial, bias-belted or bias-ply
tires).
Do not mix summer, all season and snow tires.
Do not use tires that have been used on another vehicle.
Do not use tires if you do not know how they were used previously.
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Maintenance and care
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29IGT/INJ
*215 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, ignition system
EDU
*120 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
30EFI MAIN
*220 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, EFI NO.1, EFI NO.2
FUEL OPN
*110 A Fuel filler door opener
31 HORN 15 A Horn
32 IG2 15 A IGN, METER
33 HTR SUB NO.1 30 A Air conditioning system
34 HTR SUB NO.2 30 A Air conditioning system
35 HTR SUB NO.3 30 A Air conditioning system
36 PWR SEAT LH 30 A Power seat, lumber support
37 PWR OUTLET 15 A Power outlet
38 PSB 30 A Pre-crash seat belt
39 FUEL OPN
*210 A Fuel filler door opener
40 FR DEICER 20 A Windshield wiper de-icer
41 ABS NO.2 30 A Anti-lock brake system, VSC
42 STV HTR
*125 A Power heater
FuseAmpereCircuit
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2 ECU-IG NO.3 10 AToyota parking assist-sensor, AFS,
windshield wiper de-icer, electric
parking brake, pre-crash seat belt,
paddle shift switch, tilt & telescopic
steering, electric power steering
3 P FR DOOR 20 A Power windows (passenger side)
4 RL DOOR 20 A Power windows (rear left)
5 RR DOOR 20 A Power windows (rear right)
6 SHADE 20 A Panoramic roof shade
*1
7 CIG 15 A Cigarette lighter
8ACC 7.5 AOutside rear view mirrors, shift lock
system, audio system, main body
ECU, power outlet
9 MIR HTR 10 A Outside rear view mirror defoggers
10 TI & TE 30 A Tilt & telescopic steering
11 RR FOG 7.5 A Rear fog light
12 IGN 7.5 ASteering lock system, SRS airbag
system, multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential multiport fuel injec-
tion system, automatic
transmission
*2, starting system
FuseAmpereCircuit