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2-4. Using other
driving systems
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When driving
■Automatic cruise control cancelation
Cruise control will stop maintaining the vehicle speed in any of the following
situations.
●Actual vehicle speed falls more than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h)
below the preset vehicle speed.
At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.
● Actual vehicle speed is below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
● VSC is activated.
■ If the cruise control indicator light flashes
Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deactivate the system, and then press
the button again to reactivate the system.
If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels
immediately after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise
control system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
■ To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Switch the cruise control off using the “ON-OFF” button when not in use.
■ Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting
in death or serious injury.
●In heavy traffic
● On roads with sharp bends
● On winding roads
● On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
● On steep hills
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.
● When your vehicle is towing a trailer or during emergency towing

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Emergency towingIf a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency
towing eyelet. This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads
for short distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FE) engine Towing eyelet
2.4 L 4-cylinder (2AZ-FE) engine Towing eyelet

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
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Emergency towin g procedure
Release the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to N. Vehicles with smart key system
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY (engine
off) or IGNITION ON (engine running) mode.
Vehicles without smart key system
Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” (engine off) or “ON” (engine
running) position.
CAUTION
■ Caution while towing
●Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive
stress on the emergency towing eyelet and the cables or chains. Always
be cautious of the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.
● If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
NOTICE
■
To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine.
● If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may
require towing to be freed.

522 Alphabetical index
Daytime running light system .................................... 161
Defogger Rear window ......................... 219
Side mirror............................. 219
Dimension................................. 470
Dinghy towing .................. 201, 202
Display Trip information ..................... 156
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 347
Doors
Door lock ..................... 25, 36, 41
Door windows..........................71
Side mirrors .............................69
Driver's seat belt reminder light ......................................... 426
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 123
Correct posture .......................84
Procedures ............................ 120
Winter driving tips.................. 181 Electric power steering ........... 172
Electronic key
If your electronic key battery is discharged .......... 452
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 416
Emergency, in case of If a warning light turns on ...... 424
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 452
If the engine will not start ...... 448
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 450
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery .............. 455
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................ 424
If you have a flat tire ............. 436
If you lose your keys ............. 451
If you think something is wrong .................................. 422
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 464
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 466
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 417
If your vehicle overheats ....... 461DE

527
Alphabetical index
Tachometer .............................. 149
Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 402
Switch ................................... 159
Wattage ................................ 481
Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system..... 81
Tire inflation pressure ............ 379
Tire information
Glossary ............................... 491
Size ...................................... 488
Tire identification number ..... 487
Uniform tire quality grading ............................... 489
Tires Chains .................................. 181
Checking .............................. 371
If you have a flat tire ............. 436
Inflation pressure .................. 379
Inflation pressure sensor ...... 372
Information ........................... 485
Replacing ............................. 436
Rotating tires ........................ 371
Size ...................................... 480
Snow tires............................. 181
Spare tire .............................. 436 Tools .........................................436
Total load capacity...................180
Towing
Dinghy towing................201, 202
Emergency towing.................418
Trailer towing.................185, 200
TRAC .........................................172
Traction control........................172
Trip information .......................156
Trip meter .................................149
Trunk Opener ....................................47
Trunk light Wattage .................................481
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .............402
Switch....................................146
Wattage .................................481
Valet key .....................................22
Vanity mirrors...........................322
Vehicle control and operation data recording ........16
Vehicle identification number ...................................470
Vehicle stability control...........172
VSC............................................172T
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