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2233-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
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Operation of each component
Mirror angle can be adjusted when
Except hybrid model (vehicles without a smart entry & start system):
The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
Except hybrid model (vehicles with a smart entry & start system):
The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
Hybrid model:
The power switch is in ACCESSORY or ON mode.
When the mirrors are fogged up
The outside rear view mirrors can be cleared using the mirror defoggers. Turn
on the rear window defogger to turn on the outside rear view mirror defog-
gers. (P. 416)
Using automatic mode in cold weather (if equipped)
When automatic mode is used in cold weather, the door mirror could freeze
up and automatic stowing and return may not be possible. In this event,
remove any ice and snow from the door mirror, then either operate the mirror
using manual mode or move the mirror by hand.
CAUTION
Important points while driving
Observe the following precautions while driving.
Failure to do so may result in loss of control of the vehicle and cause an
accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
Do not adjust the mirrors while driving.
Do not drive with the mirrors folded.
Both the driver and passenger side mirrors must be extended and properly
adjusted before driving.
When a mirror is moving
To avoid personal injury and mirror malfunction, be careful not to get your
hand caught by the moving mirror.
When the mirror defoggers are operating
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces, as they can become very hot
and burn you.
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2253-5. Opening and closing the windows
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Operation of each component
The power windows can be operated when
Except hybrid model (vehicles without a smart entry & start system):
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Except hybrid model (vehicles with a smart entry & start system):
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Hybrid model: The power switch is in ON mode.
Operating the power windows after turning the engine off (except hybrid
model)
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system:
The power windows can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even
after the engine switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. They can-
not, however, be operated once either front door is opened.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system:
The power windows can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even
after the engine switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. They
cannot, however, be operated once either front door is opened.
Operating the power windows after turning the hybrid system off (hybrid
model)
The power windows can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even
after the power switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. They
cannot, however, be operated once either front door is opened.
Jam protection function (windows with one-touch closing function only)
If an object becomes caught between the window and the window frame, win-
dow travel is stopped and the window is opened slightly.
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2263-5. Opening and closing the windows
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12G88E)When the power window does not close normally (windows with one-
touch closing function only)
If the jam protection function is operating abnormally and a window cannot be
closed, perform the following operations using the power window switch on
the relevant door.
Except hybrid model (vehicles without a smart entry & start system): After
stopping the vehicle, the window can be closed by holding the power win-
dow switch in the one-touch closing position while the engine switch is
turned to the “ON” position.
Except hybrid model (vehicles with a smart entry & start system): After
stopping the vehicle, the window can be closed by holding the power win-
dow switch in the one-touch closing position while the engine switch is
turned to IGNITION ON mode.
Hybrid model: After stopping the vehicle, the window can be closed by
holding the power window switch in the one-touch closing position while the
power switch is turned to ON mode.
If the window still cannot be closed even by carrying out the operation as
explained above, initialize the function by performing the following proce-
dure.
Hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing position. Continue
holding the switch for a further 6 seconds after the window has closed.
Hold the power window switch in the one-touch opening position. Con-
tinue holding the switch for a further 2 seconds after the window has
opened completely.
Hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing position once
again. Continue holding the switch for a further 2 seconds after the win-
dow has closed.
If you release the switch while the window is moving, start again from the
beginning.
If the window continues to close but then re-open slightly even after perform-
ing the above procedure correctly, have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
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4Driving
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12G88E)4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 230
Cargo and luggage ............ 247
Trailer towing
(except hybrid model) ...... 248
Trailer towing
(hybrid model).................. 258
4-2. Driving procedures
Engine (ignition) switch
(except hybrid model
[vehicles without a
smart entry & start
system]) ........................... 268
Engine (ignition) switch
(except hybrid model
[vehicles with a smart
entry & start system])....... 272
Power (ignition) switch....... 282
EV drive mode ................... 288
Multidrive ........................... 290
Multi-mode manual
transmission .................... 295
Manual transmission.......... 300
Hybrid transmission ........... 303
Turn signal lever ................ 311
Parking brake .................... 312
Horn ................................... 3134-3. Operating the lights
and wipers
Headlight switch................. 314
Automatic High Beam ........ 322
Fog light switch .................. 326
Windshield wipers and
washer ............................. 328
Rear window wiper and
washer ............................. 332
4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap ................................... 334
4-5. Using the driving
support systems
Cruise control..................... 338
Speed limiter ...................... 343
Toyota parking
assist-sensor ................... 346
Simple-IPA
(Simple-Intelligent
Parking Assist)................. 352
Stop & Start system ........... 368
Driving assist systems ....... 374
Hill-start assist control........ 380
Diesel particulate filter
system ............................. 382
4-6. Driving tips
Hybrid vehicle driving
tips ................................... 384
Winter driving tips .............. 386
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4-2. Driving procedures
Multidrive
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the “START” position and start the
engine.
Multi-mode manual transmission
Check that the parking brake is set.
Firmly depress the brake pedal, turn the engine switch to the “ON”
position and shift the shift lever to N.
After goes out, turn the engine switch to the “START” position
and start the engine.
Manual transmission (gasoline engine)
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in N.
Firmly depress the clutch pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the “START” position and start the
engine.
Manual transmission (diesel engine)
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in N.
Firmly depress the clutch pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position.
turns on.
After goes out, turn the engine switch to the “START” position
and start the engine.
Engine (ignition) switch (except hybrid model
[vehicles without a smar t entr y & start system])
Starting the engine
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2724-2. Driving procedures
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Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P (Multidrive) or N (manual trans-
mission).
Vehicles without a multi-information display
Multidrive: Firmly depress the brake pedal.
Multi-mode manual transmission: Firmly depress the brake pedal,
press the engine switch at once and shift the shift lever to N.
Manual transmission: Firmly depress the clutch pedal.
The smart entry & start system indicator light (green) will turn on. If the
indicator light does not turn on, the engine cannot be started.
Press the engine switch.
The engine will crank until it starts
or for up to 30 seconds, whichever
is less.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal (Multidrive or multi-mode
manual transmission) or clutch
pedal (manual transmission) until
the engine is completely started.
Diesel model: turns on. The
engine begins starting after
goes out.
Vehicles without a multi-mode
manual transmission: The engine
can be started from any engine
switch mode.
Engine (ignition) switch (except hybrid model
[vehicles with a smar t entr y & start system])
Performing the following operations when carrying the elec-
tronic key on your person starts the engine or changes engine
switch modes.
Starting the engine
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2754-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
Modes can be changed by pressing the engine switch with brake
pedal (Multidrive and multi-mode manual transmission) or clutch
pedal (manual transmission) released. (The mode changes each time
the switch is pressed.)
Vehicles without a multi-information display
Off
*
The emergency flashers can be
used.
ACCESSORY mode
Some electrical components such
as the audio system can be used.
The smart entry & start system
indicator light (green) flashes
slowly.
IGNITION ON mode
All electrical components can be
used.
The smart entry & start 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. (Multidrive)
Changing engine switch modes
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2764-2. Driving procedures
UK_AURIS/AURIS_HV_EE (OM12G88E)
Vehicles with a multi-information display
Off
*
The emergency flashers can be
used.
The multi-information display will
not be displayed.
ACCESSORY mode
Some electrical components such
as the audio system can be used.
“POWER ON” will be displayed on
the multi-information display.
IGNITION ON mode
All electrical components can be
used.
“POWER ON” will be displayed on
the multi-information display.
*: 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. (Multidrive)