2013 TOYOTA xB park assist

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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 104
Engine (ignition) switch .... 117
Automatic transmission .... 121
Manual transmission ........ 125
Turn signal lever .............. 126
Parking brake ................... 127
Horn ................................. 128
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 129
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 132
Multi-information display............................ 135 2-3. Operating the lights
and Windshield wipers
Headlight switch ............... 138
Windshield wipers and washer .................... 141
Rear window wiper and washer .................... 144
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ................... 146
Driving assist systems ..... 150
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage .......... 155
Vehicle load limits ............ 160
Winter driving tips ............ 161
Trailer towing ................... 166
Dinghy towing (automatic transmission) ................. 167
Dinghy towing (manual transmission) ................. 168

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CAUTION
■When braking
● When the brakes are wet, drive more cautiously.
Braking distance increases when the brakes are wet, and this may cause
one side of the vehicle to brake differently than the other side. Also the
parking brake may not securely hold the vehicle.
● If the power brake assist function does not operate, do not follow other
vehicles closely and avoid hills or sharp turns that require braking.
In this case, braking is still possible, but the brake pedal should be
depressed more firmly than usual. Also, the braking distance will increase.
● Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls.
Each push on the brake pedal uses up the reserve for the power-assisted
brakes.
● The brake system consists of 2 individual hydraulic systems; if one of the
systems fails, the other will still operate. In this case, the brake pedal
should be depressed more firmly than usual and the braking distance will
increase.
If this happens, do not continue to drive the vehicle. Have your brakes
fixed immediately.

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Using a flatbed truckIf you use chains or cables to tie
down your vehicle, the angles
shaded in black must be 45.
Do not overly tighten the tie
downs or the vehicle may be
damaged.
■ Before emergency towing
Release the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to N.
Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” (engine off) or “ON” (engine
running) position.
■ Emergency towing eyelet location
 P. 303
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 eyelets 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.
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STEP 2
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C .................................... 172, 178
ABS........................................... 150
Air conditioning filter .............. 253
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ............. 253
Manual air conditioning
system................................ 172
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .... 72
Airbag precautions for your child...................................... 76
Airbag warning light .............. 292
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions ............. 73
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................... 76
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 81
General airbag precautions .... 76
Locations of airbags ............... 69
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................. 80
Proper driving posture ...... 67, 76
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 73
Side airbag precautions.......... 76
SRS airbags ........................... 69
Anti-lock brake system ........... 150
Assist grips.............................. 198
Audio input .............................. 179
Audio system Audio input ........................... 179
AUX port ............................... 179
Portable music player ........... 179
Steering wheel audio switch ................................. 180 Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission .........121
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P......................318
S mode ..................................123
AUX port ...................................179
Auxiliary boxes ........................190
Back door Back door ................................36
Wireless remote control ..........26
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............268
Wattage .................................341
Battery Checking ...............................234
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ..............320
Preparing and checking before winter .......................161
Bottle holder .............................191
Brake Fluid ......................................231
Parking brake ........................127
Brake assist ..............................150
Break-in tips .............................107
Brightness control Instrument panel light control .................................131A
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