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Rear view monitor system
The rear view monitor system assists the driver by displaying guide
lines and an image of the view behind the vehicle while backing up,
for example while parking.
The screen illustrations used in th is text are intended as examples,
and may differ from the image that is actually displayed on the
screen.
The rear view image is dis-
played when the shift position
is in R and the engine switch
is in the ON position.Vehicles with an automatic
transmission
Vehicles with a manual
transmission
The rear view monitor system
will be deactivated when
• The shift lever is in any posi- tion other than R.
• The display will be turned off automatically after 5 min-
utes.

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Switching the screenType A When the screen is displayed,
press on the inside rear
view mirror to switch the screen
ON/OFF mode.
Screen ON mode:Screen is displayed and
green indicator comes on.
Screen OFF mode: Screen is not displayed
and amber indicator
comes on.
The screen will automatically turn
on again when the engine switch
is turned from the LOCK position
to the ON position.
Type B On
Green indicator comes on.
Off
Amber indicator comes on.

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Rear view monitor system precautions
■ Area displayed on screen
The rear view monitor system
displays an image of the view
from the bumper of the rear area
of the vehicle.
• The area displayed on thescreen may vary according to
vehicle orientation conditions.
• Objects which are close to either corner of the bumper or
under the bumper cannot be
displayed.
• The camera uses a special
lens. The distance of the
image that appears on the
screen differs from the actual
distance.
• Items which are located higher than the camera may not be
displayed on the monitor.
Corners of bumper

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■Rear view monitor system camera
The camera for the rear view
monitor system is located to the
spare wheel cover.
● Using the camera
If the camera lens becomes dirty, it cannot transmit a clear image.
If water droplets, snow or mud adhere to the lens, rinse with water
and wipe with a soft cloth. If the le ns is extremely dirty, wash it with
a mild cleanser and rinse.
■ Differences between the screen and the actual road
The distance guide lines and the vehicle width extension guide
lines may not actually be parallel wi th the dividing lines of the park-
ing space, even when they appear to be so. Be sure to check visu-
ally.
The distances between the vehicl e width extension guide lines and
the left and right dividing lines of the parking space may not be
equal, even when they appear to be so. Be sure to check visually.
The distance guide lines give a distance guide for flat road sur-
faces. In any of the following situations, there is a margin of error
between the guide lines on the sc reen and the actual distance/
course on the road.

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■When using the rear view monitor system
The anti-glare function of the inside rear view mirror will be canceled.
■ Rear view monitor system settings
The following can be adjusted when the engine switch is in the ON position
and the shift position is in R.
●To permanently disable the screen
Press and hold or for 12 seconds or more so that the
screen will change as described below and the screen will be permanently
disabled.
• Press and hold or so that the screen will turn off once,
and then will turn on after approximately 6 seconds. In addition, after
approximately 6 seconds, the screen will turn off again, and the indica-
tor will turn amber.
• Even if the engine switch is turned from the LOCK position to the ON position, the screen will be not displayed.
● To enable the screen
Press or (the indicator will turn green).
● To change the display language
Press and hold or for 6 - 12 seconds.
The display should enable after 6 seconds and LED should turn green.
Once display is enabled after 6 seconds, push and release or
.
For each time you push and release or , language will
change.
5 seconds after the last button release, message should flash and then
language is locked in.

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CAUTION
■When using the rear view monitor system
When backing up, be sure to check visually behind and all around the vehi-
cle before proceeding.
Observe the following precautions to avoid an accident that could result in
death or serious injury.
● The rear view monitor system is a supplemental device intended to assist
the driver when backing up. Never depend on the rear view monitor sys-
tem entirely when backing up. Always make sure your intended path is
clear.
Use caution, just as you would when backing up any vehicle.
● Never back up while looking only at the screen.
The image shown on the screen may differ from the actual state, and you
could collide with another vehicle if backing up looking only at the screen,
possibly causing an accident. When backing up, be sure to check in front
of and behind the vehicle, both directly and with mirrors.
● Be sure to back up slowly, depressing the brake pedal to control vehicle
speed.
● When and how much to turn the steering wheel will vary according to traf-
fic conditions, road surface conditions, vehicle condition, etc. when park-
ing. It is necessary to be fully aware of this before using the rear view
monitor system.
● When parking, be sure to check that the parking space will accommodate
your vehicle before maneuvering into it.
● Do not use system in the following cases:
• On icy or slick road surfaces, or in snow
• When using tire chains
• When the back door is not closed completely
• On roads that are not flat or straight, such as curves or slopes.
● In low temperatures, the screen may darken or the image may become
faint. The image could distort when the vehicle is moving, or you may
become unable to see the image on the screen. Be sure to check direct
visually and with mirror all around the vehicle before proceeding.
● If the tire sizes are changed, the position of the guide lines displayed on
the screen may change.

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CAUTION
●The camera uses a special lens. The distances between objects and
pedestrians that appear in the image displayed on the screen will differ
from the actual distances. ( P. 167)
■ When using the rear view monitor system
●The position of the guide lines displayed on the screen may change in
accordance with the number of passenger s, the amount of cargo etc. Be
sure to check behind and all around the vehicle direct visually and with
mirror before proceeding.
● The vehicle width extension guide lines are wider than the actual width of
the vehicle. When backing up, be sure to check behind and all around the
vehicle direct visually and with mirror before proceeding.
NOTICE
■How to use the camera
●The rear view monitor system may not operate properly in the following
cases, or if the precautions described below are not followed.
• If the back of the vehicle is hit, the position and mounting angle of the
camera may change.
• As the camera has a water proof construction, do not detach, disas- semble or modify it. This may cause incorrect operation.
• Do not strongly rub the camera lens. If the camera lens is scratched, it cannot transmit a clear image.
• Do not allow organic solvent, car wax, window cleaner or glass coat to adhere to the camera. If this happens, wipe it off as soon as possible.
• If the temperature changes rapidly, such as when hot water is poured on the vehicle in cold weather, the system may not operate normally.
• When washing the vehicle, do not apply intensive bursts of water to the camera or camera area. Doing so may result in the camera malfunc-
tioning.
● Do not expose the camera to strong impact as this could cause a malfunc-
tion. If this happens, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.

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Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
●Do not try to forcibly open a window, scrape an outside rear
view mirror surface or move a wiper or outside rear view mir-
ror that is frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to
melt the ice. Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it
from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumu lated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.