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1-1. Key informationKeys ..................................... 44
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Wireless remote control ....... 46
Side doors ............................ 49
Tailgate ................................ 54
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ........................... 60
Rear seats (Double Cab and CrewMax models) .............. 65
Driving position memory (driver’s seat) ..................... 70
Head restraints ..................... 73
Seat belts ............................. 77
Steering wheel (manually adjustable type) .................. 85
Steering wheel (power -adjustable type) ................ 87
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror .................................. 88
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 91
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows .................... 96
Back window ...................... 101
Power back window ........... 102
Moon roof ........................... 105 1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap... 110
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system .............................. 115
Alarm .................................. 117
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ....... 120
SRS airbags ....................... 122
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 135
Child restraint systems ....... 140
Installing child restraints ..... 144
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle .............. 168
Engine (ignition) switch....... 178
Automatic transmission ...... 181
Turn signal lever ................. 186
Parking brake ..................... 187
Horn .................................... 188
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ............ 189
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 195
Multi-information display ..... 200
Accessory meter ................. 207
1Before driving
2When driving
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When driving2
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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 168
Engine (ignition) switch .... 178
Automatic transmission .... 181
Turn signal lever .............. 186
Parking brake ................... 187
Horn ................................. 188
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 189
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 195
Multi-information display............................ 200
Accessory meter .............. 207
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ............... 210
Fog light switch ................ 215
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 217
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ................... 223
Intuitive parking assist...... 227
Rear view monitor system ........................... 234
Four-wheel drive system ........................... 242
AUTO LSD system........... 246
Driving assist systems ..... 249 2-5. Driving information
Off-road precautions ........ 257
Cargo and luggage .......... 262
Vehicle load limits ............ 266
Winter driving tips ............ 268
Trailer towing ................... 272
Dinghy towing .................. 295
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CAUTION
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When driving the vehicle
●Do not drive the vehicle over or st op the vehicle near flammable materials.
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. This may
cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.
● Do not let the vehicle roll backwards while the shift lever is in a driving
position, or roll forward while the shift lever is in R.
Doing so may cause the engine to stall or lead to poor brake and steering
performance, resulting in an accident or damage to the vehicle.
● If the smell of exhaust is noticed inside the vehicle, open the windows and
check that the back window is closed. Large amounts of exhaust in the
vehicle can cause driver drowsiness and an accident, resulting in death or
a serious health hazard. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
● Do not shift the shift lever to P while the vehicle is moving.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle\
control.
● Do not shift the shift lever to R while the vehicle is moving forward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle\
control.
● Do not shift the shift lever to D while the vehicle is moving backward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle\
control.
● Moving the shift lever to N while the vehicle is moving will disengage the
engine from the transmission. Engine braking is not available when N is
selected.
● During normal driving, do not turn off the engine. Turning the engine off
while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the
power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more difficult to
steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it
is safe to do so.
However, in the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible
to stop the vehicle in the normal way: P. 658
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CAUTION
■When the vehicle is parked
●Always apply the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P, stop the engine
and lock the vehicle.
Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the engine is running.
● If the shift lever is moved before the 4LO indicator turns on/off, the transfer
mode may not be shifted completely. The transfer mode disengages both
the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and allows the vehicle to
move regardless of the shift position. (At this time, the indicator blinks and
the buzzer sounds.)
Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in
P. You or someone else could be seriously injured. You must complete the
shifting of the transfer mode. ( P. 244)
● Do not touch the exhaust pipe while the engine is running or immediately
after turning the engine off.
Doing so may cause burns.
● Do not leave the engine running in an area with snow build-up, or where it
is snowing. If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the engine is
running, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead
to death or a serious health hazard.
■ Exhaust gases
Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (CO) that is colorless and
odorless. Inhaling exhaust gases may lead to death or a serious health haz-
ard.
●If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area, stop the engine. In a closed
area, such as a garage, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle.
This may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
● The exhaust should be checked occasionally. If there is a hole or crack
caused by corrosion, damage to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise, be
sure to have the vehicle inspected and repaired by your Toyota dealer.
Failure to do so may allow exhaust gases to enter the vehicle, resulting in
death or a serious health hazard.
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Automatic transmission
Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.
■Shifting the shift lever
Floor shift type
While the engine switch is on, depress the brake pedal and
move the shift lever.
Column-shift type
While the engine switch is on, depress the brake pedal and
move the shift lever.
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Gear range display when driving in S mode
The current gear range is displayed on the combination meter. ( P. 182)
■ When driving with the cruise control system (if equipped)
The engine brake will not operate in the S mode, even when downshifting to
5 or 4 (6-speed models) or 4 or 3 (5-speed models). ( P. 223)
■ If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
P. 646
■ If the S indicator does not come on even after shifting the shift lever to
S
This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer, immediately.
(In this situation, the vehicle will operate as if the shift lever is in D.)
■ AI-SHIFT
The AI-SHIFT automatically shifts the gear to the suitable position according
to the driver performance and driving conditions.
The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D posi-
tion. (Shifting the shift lever to the S position cancels the function.)
■ Downshifting restrictions wa rning buzzer (in the S mode)
To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may
sometimes be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be
possible even when the shift lever is operated. (The warning buzzer will
sound twice.)
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190 2-2. Instrument cluster
Multi-information display
P. 200
Automatic transmission fluid temperature gauge
Displays the automatic transmission fluid temperature.
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192 2-2. Instrument cluster
Fuel gauge
Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank.
Voltmeter (if equipped)
Displays the charge state.
Engine oil pressure gauge (if equipped)
Displays the engine oil pressure.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature.
Odometer/trip meter switching and trip meter resetting button
Switches between odometer and trip meter displays. Pushing and hold-
ing the button will reset the trip meter when the trip meter is being dis-
played.
Odometer/trip meter
Odometer:
Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven.
Trip meter:
Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was
last reset. Trip meters A and B can be used to record and display differ-
ent distances independently.
Automatic transmission fluid temperature gauge (if equipped)
Displays the automatic transmission fluid temperature.