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Driving
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a
smart key system)
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the “START” position to start the engine.
“LOCK”
The steering wheel is locked and
the key can be removed. (The key
can be removed only when the
shift lever is in P.)
“ACC”
Some electrical components such
as the audio system can be used.
“ON”
All electrical components can be
used.
“START”
For starting the engine.
Starting the engine
Changing the engine switch positions
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Driving
Stop the vehicle.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Set the parking brake. (P. 215)
Press the engine switch.
Release the brake pedal and check that the smart key system indi-
cator light (green) is off.
Modes can be changed by pressing th e engine switch with the brake
pedal released. (The mode changes ea ch time the switch is pressed.)
Off*
The emergency flashers can be
used.
The smart key system indicator
light (green) off.
ACCESSORY mode
Some electrical components such
as the audio system can be used.
The smart key system indicator
light (green) flashes slowly.
IGNITION ON mode
All electrical components can be
used.
The smart key system indicator
light (green) flashes slowly.
*: If the shift lever is in a position other than P when turning off the
engine, the engine switch will be
turned to ACCESSORY mode, not
to off.
Stopping the engine
Changing engine switch modes
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Driving
●The shape of the obstacle may prevent a sensor from detecting it. Pay par-
ticular attention to the following obstacles:
• Wires, fences, ropes, etc.
• Cotton, snow and other materials that absorb sound waves
• Sharply-angled objects
• Low obstacles
• Tall obstacles with upper sections projecting outwards in the direction of
your vehicle
● The following situations may occur during use:
• Depending on the shape of the obstacle and other factors, the detection
distance may shorten, or detection may be impossible.
• Obstacles may not be detected if they are too close to the sensor.
• There will be a short delay between obstacle detection and indicator. Even at slow speeds, there is a possibility that the obstacle will come
within the sensor’s detection areas before the indicator comes on and the
warning beep sounds.
• Thin posts or objects lower than the sensor may not be detected for colli- sion when approached, even if they have been detected once.
• It might be difficult to hear beeps due to the volume of audio system or air flow noise of air conditioning system.
■ When the system malfunctions
●The indicator for the malfunctioning sensor turns on and the vehicle indica-
tor turns off while the buzzer sounds for approximately 7 seconds.
If the corner and center indicators turn on and remain on after that, first
check the status of the sensor. If the indicators stay on even though there is
no mud, ice or snow on the sensor, the sensor may be malfunctioning. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
● The indicator for the malfunctioning sensor flashes and the vehicle indicator
turns off while the buzzer sounds for approximately 7 seconds.
If the corner and center indicators flash after that, the sensor may be mal-
functioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
■ Certification (Canada only)
This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001.
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■The outside rear view mirror indicators visibility
When under strong sunlight, the outside rear view mirror indicator may be dif-
ficult to see.
■ Rear Cross Traffic Alert buzzer hearing
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function may be difficult to hear over loud noises
such as high audio volume.
■ When there is a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitor system
If a system malfunction is detected due to any of the following reasons, the
BSM warning light will come on: ( P. 505)
● There is a malfunction with the sensors
● The sensors have become dirty
● The outside temperature is extremely high or low
● The sensor voltage has become abnormal
Outside rear view mirror indicators
Blind Spot Monitor function:
When a vehicle is detected in the blind spot, the outside rear view mirror
indicator comes on while the turn signal lever is not operated and the out-
side rear view mirror indicator flashes while the turn signal lever is oper-
ated.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function:
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is
detected, the outside rear view mirror indicators flash.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert buzzer (Rear Cross Traffic Alert function
only)
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is
detected, a buzzer sounds from behind the left-hand rear seat.
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5Interior features
5-2. Using the audio systemAudio system types ........... 308
Using the radio .................. 312
Using the CD player .......... 315
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ...................... 320
Operating an iPod ............. 327
Operating a USB memory................... 335
Optimal use of the audio system ................... 343
Using the AUX port ........... 345
Using the steering wheel audio switches ................ 346
Bluetooth
® audio/phone .... 349
Using the Bluetooth®
audio/phone .................... 354
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable
player .............................. 359
Making a phone call .......... 362
Using the “SETUP” menu (“Bluetooth
*”
menu) .............................. 367
Using the “SETUP” menu (“PHONE” menu) ............ 372 5-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ................ 377
• Interior lights ................. 378
• Personal lights .............. 378
5-4. Using the storage features List of storage features ..... 380
• Glove box...................... 381
• Console box .................. 382
• Cup holders .................. 383
• Bottle holders ................ 384
Luggage compartment features ........................... 385
5-5. Other interior features Sun visors and vanity mirrors ............................. 395
Clock ................................. 396
Power outlets .................... 397
Seat heaters...................... 398
Armrest ............................. 400
Coat hooks ........................ 401
Assist grips........................ 402
*: Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
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Audio system types
Vehicles with a Display Audio system
Refer to the “Display Audi o System Owner’s Manual”.
Display Audio system
Premium Display Audio system
A
B
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Interior features
Vehicles without a Display Audio system
CD player with AM/FM radio
Press the “SETUP” button.
Turn the “TUNE•SCROLL” knob to select “Language”.
Press the knob.
Turn the knob as corresponds to the desired language.
“English”, “Español”, or “Français” can be selected.
Press the knob or (SAVE) to return to the setup menu.
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Using the radioP. 312
Using the CD playerP. 315
Playing back MP3 and WMA discsP. 320
Operating an iPodP. 327
Operating a USB memoryP. 335
Optimal use of the audio systemP. 343
Using the AUX portP. 345
Using the steering switchesP. 346
Changing language setting
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■Using cellular phones
Interference may be heard through the audio system’s speakers if a cellular
phone is being used inside or close to the vehicle while the audio system is
operating.
CAUTION
■Certification for the disc player
●Part 15 of the FCC Rules
FCC Warning:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsi-
ble for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the device.
● Laser products
• Do not take this unit apart or attempt to make any changes yourself.
This is an intricate unit that uses a laser pickup to retrieve information
from the surface of compact discs. The laser is carefully shielded so
that its rays remain inside the cabinet. Therefore, never try to disassem-
ble the player or alter any of its parts since you may be exposed to laser
rays and dangerous voltages.
• This product utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than
those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
■ Certification for the Display Audio system
FCC ID: BABFT0017A
FCC ID: BABFT0032A
IC: 2024B-FT0017A
IC: 2024B-FT0032A
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.