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3-3. Using the interior lights 
Interior lights list ..................  388 
• Personal/interior lights  
main switch .......................  389
• Personal/interior lights ......  390 
3-4. Using the storage features 
List of storage features .......  392 
• Glove box .........................  394 
• Console box......................  395
• Overhead console ............  397
• Cup holders ......................  397
• Bottle holders....................  399
• Auxiliary boxes .................  400 
3-5. Other interior features 
Sun visors ...........................  402 
Vanity mirrors......................  403 
Power outlets ......................  404 
Seat heaters .......................  406 
Armrests .............................  408 
Front seatback tables .........  409 
Rear side sunshades ..........  411 
Assist grips .........................  412 
Floor mat.............................  413 
Luggage compartment  
features.............................  415 
4-1. Maintenance and care 
Cleaning and protecting  
the vehicle exterior ...........  426 
Cleaning and protecting  
the vehicle interior ............  430 
4-2. Maintenance 
Maintenance  
requirements ....................  433 
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance 
Do-it-yourself service  
precautions ......................  436 
Hood...................................  440 
Positioning a floor jack .......  442 
Engine compartment ..........  444 
Tires ...................................  461 
Tire inflation pressure.........  473 
Wheels ...............................  475 
Air conditioning filter ...........  478 
Key battery .........................  481 
Checking and replacing  
fuses ................................  485 
Light bulbs ..........................  500
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1-4. Opening and closing the windows and panoramic roof shade
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Before driving
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WARNING
■ When closing the windows 
Observe the following precautions.  
Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury. 
● The driver is responsible for all the power window operations, including the 
operation for the passengers. In order to prevent accidental operation,
especially by a child, do not let a child operate the power windows. It is
possible for children and other passengers to have body parts caught in
the power window. Also, when riding with a child, it is recommended to use
the window lock switch. ( P. 112) 
● Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body 
in a position where it could be caught when a window is being operated. 
● When exiting the vehicle, turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position 
(vehicles without smart entry & start system) or the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch off (vehicles with smart entry & start system), carry the key
and exit the vehicle along with the child. There may be accidental opera-
tion, due to mischief, etc., that may possibly lead to an accident. 
■ Jam protection function 
● Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection 
function. 
● The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just 
before the window fully closes. 

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
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■ When starting the vehicle (vehicles with a Multidrive) 
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine run- 
ning. This prevents the vehicle from creeping. 
■ When driving the vehicle 
● Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accel- 
erator pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal.  
• Accidentally depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the brake 
pedal will result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident
that could result in death or serious injury.
• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a diffi-
culty in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.
• Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the
vehicle only slightly, allowing you to depress the brake and accelerator
pedals properly.
• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake
pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency, result-
ing in an accident. 
● Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammable materials. 
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. This may
cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby. 
● On vehicles with a Multidrive, do not let the vehicle roll backwards while 
the shift lever is in a driving position, or roll forward while the shift lever is
in “R”.
Doing so may cause the engine to stall or lead to poor brake and steering
performance, resulting in an accident or damage to the vehicle. 
● If the smell of exhaust is noticed inside the vehicle, open the windows and 
check that the back door is closed.
Large amounts of exhaust in the vehicle can cause driver drowsiness and
an accident, resulting in death or a serious health hazard. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by any authorized Toyota  dealer or repairer, or another duly 
qualified and equipped professional immediately. 

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When driving
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■ When driving the vehicle 
● Always check that all passengers’ arms, heads or other parts of their bod- 
ies are not outside the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury. 
■ When driving on slippery road surfaces 
● Sudden braking, acceleration and steering may cause tire slippage and 
reduce your ability to control the vehicle, resulting in an accident. 
● Sudden acceleration, engine braking due to shifting, or changes in engine 
speed could cause the vehicle to skid, resulting in an accident. 
● After driving through a puddle, lightly depress the brake pedal to make 
sure that the brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent
the brakes from functioning properly. If the brakes on only one side are wet
and not functioning properly, steering control may be affected, resulting in
an accident. 
■ When shifting the shift lever (vehicles with a Multidrive) 
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed. 
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident and result in death or serious injury. 
■ When the vehicle is stopped 
● Do not race the engine. 
If the vehicle is in any shift positions other than “P” (Multidrive) or “N”, the
vehicle may accelerate suddenly and unexpectedly, and may cause an
accident. 
● Do not leave the vehicle with the engine running for a long time. 
If such a situation cannot be avoided, park the vehicle in an open space
and check that exhaust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior. 
● On vehicles with a Multidrive, in order to prevent accidents due to the vehi- 
cle rolling away, always keep depressing the brake pedal while the engine
is running, and apply the parking brake as necessary. 
● If the vehicle is stopped on an incline, in order to prevent accidents caused 
by the vehicle rolling forward or backward, always depress the brake pedal
and securely apply the parking brake as needed. 

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When driving
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WARNING
■ Exhaust gases 
Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (CO) that is colorless and 
odorless. Inhaling exhaust gases may lead to death or a serious health haz-
ard. 
● If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area, stop the engine. In a closed 
area, such as a garage, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle.
This may lead to death or a serious health hazard. 
● The exhaust should be checked occasionally. If there is a hole or crack 
caused by corrosion, damage to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise, be
sure to have the vehicle inspected and repaired by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another  duly qualified and equipped professional. 
Failure to do so may allow exhaust gases to enter the vehicle, resulting in
death or a serious health hazard. 
■ When taking a nap in the vehicle 
Always turn the engine off.  
Otherwise, you may accidentally move the shift lever or depress the acceler-
ator pedal, which could cause an accident or fire due to engine overheating.
Additionally, if the vehicle is parked in a poorly ventilated area, exhaust
gases may collect and enter the vehicle, leading to death or a serious health
hazard. 

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NOTICE
■ Avoiding damage to vehicle parts 
● Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for 
an extended period of time. 
Doing so may damage the power steering motor. 
● When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid 
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc. 
● Diesel engine only: Make sure to idle the engine immediately after high- 
speed driving or hill climbing. Stop the engine only after the turbocharger
has cooled down.
Failure to do so may cause damage to the turbocharger. 
■ If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear indicators) 
Have the brake pads checked and replaced by any authorized Toyota dealer 
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional, as soon as
possible. 
The rotor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when needed. 
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle w hen the wear limits of the brake pads 
and/or that of the brake discs are exceeded. 
■ If you get a flat tire while driving 
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering 
wheel firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle. 
● It may be difficult to control your vehicle. 
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds. 
● The vehicle will behave abnormally. 
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire. ( P. 560, 577) 

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When driving
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NOTICE
■ When encountering flooded roads 
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may 
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle. 
● Engine stalling 
● Short in electrical components 
● Engine damage caused by water immersion 
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be 
sure to have any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional check the following. 
● Brake function 
● Changes in quantity and quality of engine oil, transmission fluid, etc. 
● Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi- 
ble) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc. 

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Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without smart entr y & start system)
■Starting the engine 
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. 
Manual transmission (gasoline engine) 
Check that the parking brake is set. 
Check that the shift lever is set in “N”.
Sit in the driver’s seat and 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”. 
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the clutch pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position.
 indicator light turns on.
After   indicator light goes out, turn the engine switch 
to the “START” position and start the engine.