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■Automatic light off system
●When the headlights are on: The headlights and tail lights turn off 30 sec-
onds after a door is opened and closed if the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch has been switched to ACCESSORY or OFF mode.
● When only the tail lights are on: The tail lights turn off automatically if the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch is switched to ACCESSORY or OFF
mode and driver’s door is opened.
To turn the lights on again, turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNI-
TION ON mode, or turn the light switch off once and then back to the
or
position.
■ Customization
Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 700)
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not run-
ning.
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■If the message “System is initializing.” is displayed
“System is initializing.” will be displayed
on the screen under the following condi-
tions:
• The battery has been reinstalled.
• The steering wheel has been movedwhile the battery was being rein-
stalled.
• Battery power is low.
• The steering sensor has been rein- stalled.
• There is a malfunction in the signals being output by the steering sensor.
Initialize the system by performing either
of the procedures below:
• Drive for a short period of time whilekeeping the steering wheel straight.
• Stop the vehicle, and turn the steer- ing wheel as far as it will go to the
left and right. On the system initial-
ization screen, touch the “?” button
to display the operating procedure.
If this does not resolve the symptom,
have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
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When driving
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■Sounds and vibrations caused by the Multi Terrain ABS, brake assist,
Active TRAC, VSC, Trailer Sway Cont rol, hill-start assist control and
VGRS
● A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is
started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indi-
cate 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 Multi Terrain ABS is acti-
vated.
• The brake pedal may move down slightly after the Multi Terrain ABS is activated.
■ Hill-start assist control is operational when
●The shift lever is in “D” or “S”.
● The brake pedal is not depressed.
■ VGRS is disabled in the following situations
●During stopping or the steering wheel has been moved for a long time
while driving at lower speeds.
● After the engine is restarted at less than -22 F (-30 C).
● If you disconnect the battery with the steering wheel turned, the center
position of the steering wheel could be slightly and temporary hanged. To
initialize the VGRS, drive for a short while.
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When driving
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Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspec t the condition of the battery.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
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350 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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CAUTION
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather.
The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the
windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking
your vision.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.
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Adjusting the position and openi ng and closing the air outlets
Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
Turn the knob fully to the back
of the vehicle to close the
vent.
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NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.
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Interior features
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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 syste\
m is
operating.
CAUTION
■For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
●Part 15 of the FCC Rules
FCC Warning:
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment will void the
user’s authority to operate this 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 disas-
semble 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 expo-
sure.
NOTICE
■ To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the audio system on longer than necessary with the engine o\
ff.
■ To avoid damaging the audio system
Take care not to spill drinks or other fluids over the audio system.
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Interior features
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■
Displaying radio text messages
Press .
If MSG is shown on the display, a text message will be displayed.
If the text continues past the end of the display, is displayed. Press
and hold until you hear a beep.
■Traffic announcement
Press .
“TRAF SEEK” appears on the display, and the radio will start seeking
any station broadcasting traffic program information.
If no traffic program station is found, “NO TRAF INFO” appears on the
display.
■ When the battery is disconnected
All preset stations are erased.
■ Reception sensitivity
●Maintaining perfect radio reception at all times is difficult due to the con-
tinually changing position of the antenna, differences in signal strength
and surrounding objects, such as trains, transmitters, etc.
● The radio antenna is mounted inside the rear quarter window. To main-
tain clear radio reception, do not attach metallic window tinting or other
metallic objects to the antenna wire mounted inside the rear quarter win-
dow.