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Parking brake
■Usage in winter time
See “Winter driving tips” for parking brake usage in winter time. ( →P. 235)
NOTICE
■Before driving
Fully release the parking brake.
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake
wear.
Sets the parking brake
Fully set the parking brake
while depressing the brake
pedal.
Releases the parking brake
Slightly raise the lever and
lower it completely while press-
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When driving
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Turning off both TRC and VSC systems
To turn the TRC and VSC systems off, press and hold for more than 3
seconds while the vehicle is stopped.
The “TRC OFF” indicator light and VSC OFF indicator light will come on.
Press again to turn the systems back on.
■ When the “TRC OFF” indicator light comes on even if the VSC OFF
switch has not been pressed
TRC cannot be operated. Contact any aut horized Toyota dealer or repairer,
or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■ Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, TRC and VSC
systems
●A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the brake
pedal is depressed repeatedly, when the engine is started or just after the
vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate that a malfunction
has occurred in any of these systems.
● Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are
operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after the ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down slightly after the ABS is activated.
■ EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel operates, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be
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Maintenance and care
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CAUTION
■
When working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
Vehicles without smart entry & start system: Be sure the engine switch is in
the “LOCK” position.
With the engine switch in the “ON” position, the electric cooling fan may
automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant tem-
perature is high. ( →P. 379)
Vehicles with smart entry & start system: Be sure the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is OFF.
With the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in the IGNITION ON mode, the
electric cooling fan may automatically st art to run if the air conditioning is on
and/or the coolant temperature is high. ( →P. 379)
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in the eyes.
NOTICE
■ If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air. Also a backfire could cause a fire in the engine compart-
ment.
■ If the brake fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious problem.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer: A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approximately
5 km/h (3 mph) or more.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light turns on or flashes, but then goes off,
this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system. How-
ever, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.

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When trouble arises
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Warning lightWarning light/Details
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• Emission control system (if equipped); or
•
D.P.F control system (diesel engine)
SRS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
ABS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system (vehicles with the VSC)
Electric power steering system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system.
(Comes on) Slip indicator (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC; or
• The TRC
(Comes on) Active Torque Control 4WD system warning light (4WD
models)
Indicates a malfunction in the Active Torque Control 4WD
system (When the light flashes →P. 442)
Fuel filter warning light (diesel engine) Indicates that the amount of accumulated water in the fuel
filter has reached the specified level.

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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
2WD Two Wheel Drive
4WD Four Wheel Drive
ABS Anti-lock Brake System
ACC Accessory
CRS Child Restraint System
ECO Economy/Ecology
ELR Emergency Locking Retractor
EPS Electric Power Steering
GVM Gross Vehicle Mass
LED Light Emitting Diode
MPAC Maximum Permissible Axle Capacity
SRS Supplemental Restraint System
TRC Traction Control
TWI Treadwear Indicators
VIN Vehicle Identification Number
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/CAir conditioning filter.............. 395
Automatic air conditioning system ................................ 259
Manual air conditioning
system ................................ 252
ABS ........................................... 223
Active head restraint ................. 76
Active Torque Control 4WD system ........................... 223
Air conditioning filter .............. 395
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter.............. 395
Automatic air conditioning system ................................ 259
Manual air conditioning system ................................ 252
Airbags Airbag manual on-off system ................................ 140
Airbag operating conditions ........................... 129
Airbag precautions for your
child .................................... 134
Airbag warning light .............. 440
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ........... 129
Curtain shield airbag precautions ......................... 134
General airbag precautions... 134
Locations of airbags.............. 126
Modification and disposal of airbags................................ 139
Proper driving posture... 124, 134
Side airbag operating conditions ........................... 129
Side airbag precautions ........ 134
SRS airbags .......................... 126 Alarm ........................................ 120
Antenna .................................... 277
Anti-lock brake system .......... 223
Assist grips .............................. 343
Audio system
Antenna ................................ 277
CD player .............................. 278
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 285
Optimal use........................... 293
Radio .................................... 274
Steering wheel audio switch ................................. 297
Type ...................................... 272
Automatic air conditioning system .................................... 259
AUX port ................................... 296
Auxiliary box .................... 335, 346
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs............. 418
Wattage ................................ 522
Back door
Back door................................ 70
Back door handle .................... 71
Wireless remote control key ... 57
Battery Checking ............................... 380
If the vehicle has discharged battery ................................ 487
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 235
Bottle holder ............................ 334
Brake Parking brake........................ 194
Brake assist ............................. 223
Break-in tips ............................. 170
Brightness control Instrument light control ......... 197A
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Parking brake ........................... 194
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 418
Switch ................................... 207
Wattage................................. 522
Personal lights Switch ................................... 329
Wattage................................. 522
Portable ashtray....................... 339
Power heater ............................ 267
Power windows ........................ 101
Radiator .................................... 379
Radio ......................................... 274
Rear fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 418
Switch ................................... 211
Wattage................................. 522
Rear seat Adjustment .............................. 77
Folding down........................... 78
Rear seat belt
reminder light ........................ 442
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 418
Wattage................................. 522
Rear window defogger ............ 270
Rear window wiper and washer .................................... 215
Replacing Key battery .................... 399, 398
Fuses .................................... 402
Light bulbs............................. 418
Tires ...................................... 449 Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt ............ 86
Child restraint system installation .......................... 153
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts ...................... 355
Emergency Locking Retractor............................... 89
How to wear your seat belt ..... 86
How your child should wear the seat belt.......................... 90
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use................................. 92
Reminder light....................... 442
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 89
Seat heaters ............................. 341
Seats Adjustment precautions........................... 76
Adjust seat ........................ 75, 77
Child seats/child restraint system installation .............. 153
Cleaning................................ 354
Head restraint ......................... 83
Properly sitting in the seat .... 124
Seat heaters ......................... 341
Service reminder indicators .............................. 198
Shift lever
Manual transmission ............. 189
Side airbags ............................. 126P
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