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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............... 182
Power (ignition) switch ........ 195
EV drive mode .................... 202
Hybrid transmission ............ 205
Turn signal lever ................. 214
Parking brake ...................... 215
Horn .................................... 216
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ............ 217
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 222
Multi-information display ..... 226
Head-up display .................. 246
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Headlight switch .................. 253
Fog light switch ................... 259
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 261
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 265
Headlight cleaner switch ..... 268 2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ..................... 269
Dynamic radar cruise control .............................. 273
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ...... 290
Driving assist systems ........ 301
Hill-start assist control ........ 306
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ..... 308
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ............. 317
Vehicle load limits............... 322
Winter driving tips ............... 323
Trailer towing ...................... 328
Dinghy towing ..................... 329
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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 182
Power (ignition) switch ............................. 195
EV drive mode ................. 202
Hybrid transmission ......... 205
Turn signal lever .............. 214
Parking brake ................... 215
Horn ................................. 216
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 217
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 222
Multi-information display............................ 226
Head-up display ............... 246 2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers
Headlight switch ............... 253
Fog light switch ................ 259
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 261
Rear window wiper and washer ........................... 265
Headlight cleaner switch ............................. 268
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ................... 269
Dynamic radar cruise control ............................ 273
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ............................ 290
Driving assist systems ..... 301
Hill-start assist control ...... 306
PCS (Pre-Collision System).......................... 308
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage .......... 317
Vehicle load limits ............ 322
Winter driving tips ............ 323
Trailer towing ................... 328
Dinghy towing .................. 329

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CAUTION
■When the sensor may not be correctly detecting the vehicle ahead
Apply the brakes (or accelerator pedal) as necessary when any of the follow-
ing types of vehicles are in front of you.
As the sensor may not be able to correctly detect these types of vehicles,
the approach warning ( P. 280) will not be activated, and a fatal or serious
accident may result.
● Vehicles that cut in suddenly
● Vehicles traveling at low speeds
● Vehicles that are not moving
● Vehicles with small rear ends (trailers with no load on board etc.)
● Motorcycles traveling in the same lane
● Vehicles splashing up water or snow
■ Conditions under which the vehicle -to-vehicle distance control may
not function correctly
Apply the brakes (or accelerator pedal) as necessary in the following condi-
tions as the radar sensor may not be able to correctly detect vehicles a\
head,
and a fatal or serious accident may result:
● When water or snow thrown up by the surrounding vehicles hinders the
functioning of the sensor
● When your vehicle is pointing upwards (caused by a heavy load in the lug-
gage compartment etc.)
● When the road curves or when the lanes are narrow
● When steering wheel operation or your position in the lane is unstable
● When the vehicle ahead of you decelerates suddenly

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CAUTION
■When the sensor may not be correctly detecting the vehicle ahead
Apply the brakes as necessary in any of the following situations.
●When water or snow thrown up by the surrounding vehicles hinders the
functioning of the sensor
● When your vehicle is pointing upwards (caused by a heavy load in the lug-
gage compartment etc.)
● Vehicles that cut in suddenly
● Vehicles with small rear ends (trailers with no load on board etc.)
● Motorcycles traveling in the same lane
■ Handling the radar sensor
Observe the following to ensure the pre-collision system can function effec-
tively:
●Keep the sensor and grille cover clean at all times.
Clean the sensor and grille cover with a soft cloth so you do not mark or
damage them.
● Do not subject the sensor or surrounding area to a strong impact.
If the sensor moves even slightly off position, the system may become
inaccurate or malfunction. If the sensor or surrounding area is subject to a
strong impact, always have the area inspected and adjusted by your
Toyota dealer.
● Do not disassemble the sensor.
● Do not attach accessories or stickers to the sensor, grille cover or sur-
rounding area.
● Do not modify or paint the sensor and grille cover.

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Capacity and distributionCargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capa city) — (Total weight of occupants)
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 
(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s
placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that
will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the av ailable amount of cargo and lug-
gage load capacity.
For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will
be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available
cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400  750 (5150)
= 650 lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That wei ght may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trai ler, load from your trailer will be
transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how
this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of
your vehicle. ( P. 322)
Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Your
vehicle is not designed for trailer towing.

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Vehicle load limits
■Total load capacity and seating capacity
These details are also described on the tire and loading information
label. (P. 457)
CAUTION
■Overloading the vehicle
Do not overload the vehicle.
It may not only cause damage to the ti res, but also degrade steering and
braking ability, resulting in an accident.
Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity,
towing capacity and cargo capacity.
■ Total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight): P. 572
Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants,
cargo and luggage.
■ Seating capacity: 5 occupants (Front 2, Rear 3)
Seating capacity means the ma ximum number of occupants
whose estimated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person.
■ Towing capacity
Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.
■ Cargo capacity
Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the
weight and the number of occupants.

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Trailer towing
Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.
Toyota also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or
the use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc.
Your vehicle is not designed for tra iler towing or for the use of tow
hitch mounted carriers.

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Alphabetical index
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Tonneau cover......................... 384
Tools......................................... 537
Touch tracer display ............... 218
Total load capacity .................. 322
Towing
Dinghy towing ....................... 329
Emergency towing ................ 498
Trailer towing ........................ 328
TRAC ........................................ 301
Traction control ....................... 301
Trailer towing........................... 328
Transmission
Hybrid transmission .............. 205
P position switch................... 208
Trip information....................... 232
Trip meter................................. 231
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 478
Switch ................................... 214
Wattage ................................ 582
USB port
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Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 371
Wattage ................................ 582
Vanity mirrors .......................... 371
Vehicle data recordings............ 24
Vehicle identification number................................... 573
Vehicle proximity notification system ..................................... 34
Vehicle stability control .......... 301
VSC ........................................... 301 Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................503
Open door ............................508
Seat belt reminder .................508
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system
(ABS) ..................................505
Automatic headlight leveling system ................................507
Brake system ................503, 506
Charging system .... ...............504
Cruise control ........................507
Electric power steering
system ................................505
High coolant temperature ......504
Hybrid system .......................505
Low fuel level ........................508
Low tire pressure...................509
Malfunction indicator lamp ....505
Open door .............................508
Pre-collision system ..............506
Radar cruise control. .............507
Seat belt warning light ...........508
Slip indicator..........................506
SRS airbags ..........................505
Tire pressure warning light ....509U
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