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■ Pre-collision braking
When the system determines that the possibility of a frontal colli-
sion with a vehicle is high, the system warns the driver. If the sys-
tem determines that the possibility of a collision is extremely high,
the brakes are automatically applied to help avoid the collision or
reduce the collision speed.
Changing the pre-collision system
■ Changing the pre-collision warning timing
Each time the PCS switch is
pressed, the warning timing
changes as follows:
Far (operation starts earlier)
Middle (default setting)
Near (operation starts later)
When the PCS switch is pressed
to turn the system on, the current
warning timing will be displayed
on the multi-information display.

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■ Disabling the pre-collision system
Press the PCS switch for 3 sec-
onds or more.
The PCS warning light will turn on
and a message will be displayed
on the multi-information display.
To enable the system, press the
PCS switch again.
Vehicles without smart entry &
start system: The system is
enabled each time the engine
switch is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion.
Vehicles with smart entry & start
system: The system is enabled
each time the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is turned to IGNI-
TION ON mode.

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■ Operational conditions
The pre-collision system is enabled and determines that the possibility of a
frontal collision with a vehicle (except motorcycles and bicycles) is high.
● Pre-collision warning:
• Vehicle speed is approximately 15 to 140 km/h (10 to 86 mph).
• The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is
greater than approximately 15 km/h (10 mph).
● Pre-collision brake assist:
• Vehicle speed is approximately 30 to 80 km/h (19 to 49 mph).
• The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is
greater than approximately 30 km/h (19 mph).
● Pre-collision braking:
• Vehicle speed is approximately 10 to 80 km/h (7 to 49 mph).
• The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead is
greater than approximately 10 km/h (7 mph).
When the brake pedal is stepped on, the system judges if evasion actions
are being done by the driver and the start timing for pre-collision braking
may be delayed.
During the following, the driver oper ations takes precedence and the system
may not operate:
● The accelerator pedal is depressed strongly.
● The steering wheel is turned sharply or abruptly.
In case of the following, the system will not operate:
● If a battery terminal has been disconnected and reconnected and then
the vehicle has not been driven for a certain amount of time
● If VSC is disabled (only the pre-collision warning function will be opera-
tional)
● If the PCS warning light is flashing or illuminated
● When the shift position is in “R”

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■ If the PCS warning light flashes or illuminates, and a warning message
is displayed on the multi-information display
The pre-collision system may be tempor arily unavailable or there may be a
malfunction in the system.
● In the following situations, the indicator and message will be cleared and
the system will become operational when normal operating conditions
return:
• When the area around the front sensor is hot, such as after the vehicle
has been parked in the sun
• When the windshield is fogged up or covered with condensation or ice
( P. 334, 344)
• If the area in front of the front sensor is obstructed, such as when the
hood is open
● If the PCS warning light continues to flash or illuminate, or the warning
message is not cleared, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the
vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional immediately.
■ If the TRC and VSC+ are disabled
● If the TRC and VSC+ are disabled (P. 313), pre-collision brake assist
and pre-collision braking are also di sabled. However, the pre-collision
warning function will still operate.
● The PCS warning light will turn on and a warning message will be dis-
played on the multi-information display. ( P. 551)

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WARNING
■ Limitations of the pre-collision system
● The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking
care to observe your surroundings.
Do not use the pre-collision system instead of normal braking operations
under any circumstances. This system will not prevent collisions or lessen
damage or injuries in every situation. Do not overly rely on this system.
Failure to do so may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious
injury.
Although this system is designed to help avoid and reduce the impact of a
collision, its effectiveness may change according to various conditions
( P. 270). As a result, the system may not always provide the same level
of performance.
● The pre-collision braking function may not operate if certain operations are
performed by the driver. If the accelerator pedal is being depressed
strongly or the steering wheel is bei ng turned, the system may determine
that the driver is taking evasive action and possibly prevent the pre-colli-
sion braking function from operating.
● In some situations, while the pre-collision braking function is operating,
operation of the function may be canceled if the accelerator pedal is
depressed strongly or the steering w heel is turned and the system deter-
mines that the driver is taking evasive action.
● While driving, the system may recognize front obstacles, such as the
crossing gate of a railway crossing, as a collision objects and operate the
pre-collision brake.
In the event that the vehicle gets caught within the railroad crossing, move
the vehicle with the following actions and depending on the situation main-
tain safety.
• Depress the accelerator pedal after the vehicle has stopped
• Strongly depress the accelerator pedal when decelerating ( P. 271)
• Turn the pre-collision system OFF ( P. 269)
● A large amount of braking force is applied while the pre-collision braking
function is operating. Additionally, as the vehicle may creep after the pre-
collision braking function has operated, the driver should depress the
brake pedal as necessary.

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WARNING
■ Cautions regarding the assist functions of the system
By means of warnings and brake control, the pre-collision system is
intended to assist the driver in avoi ding collisions through the process of
LOOK-JUDGE-ACT. There are limits to the degree of assistance the system
can provide, so keep in mind the following important points.
● Assisting the driver in watching the road
The pre-collision system is only able to detect vehicles directly in front of
your vehicle, and only within a limited range. It does not allow for careless
or inattentive driving, and is not a system that can assist the driver in low-
visibility conditions. It is still necessary for the driver to pay close attention
to the vehicle’s surroundings.
● Assisting the driver in making correct judgement
When attempting to estimate the possibility of a collision, the only data
available to the pre-collision system is that from vehicles it has detected
directly in front of the vehicle. Therefore, it is absolutely necessary for the
driver to remain vigilant and to determine whether or not there is a possi-
bility of collision in any given situation.
● Assisting the driver in taking action
The pre-collision brake assist and pre-collision braking functions are
designed to help avoid a collision or reduce the severity of a collision, as
such they only operate when the system has determined that the possibil-
ity of a collision is high. This system is not capable of automatically avoid-
ing a collision or bringing the vehicle to a stop safely, without appropriate
operations being performed by the driver. For this reason, when encoun-
tering a dangerous situation the driver must take direct and immediate
action in order to ensure the safety of all involved.

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■ Temporary cancelation of the LDA system functions
If any of the following occurs, the LDA system functions will be temporarily
canceled. The functions will resume after the necessary operating conditions
have returned.
● The turn signal lever is operated.
● The vehicle speed deviates from the operating range of the LDA system
functions.
● When the lane lines cannot be recognized while driving.
● When the lane departure warning sounds.
The lane departure warning function will not operate again for a several
seconds after it has been activated, even if the vehicle leaves the lane
again.
■ The lane departure warning
Depending on the audio system sound le vel or air conditioning fan noise
while the audio system or air conditioning system is in use, it may be difficult
to hear the warning sound.
■ After the vehicle has been parked in the sun
The LDA may not be available and a warning message ( P. 551) will be dis-
played for a while after driving has started. When the temperature in the
cabin decreases and the temperat ure around the front sensor (P. 278)
becomes suitable for its operation, the functions will begin to operate.
■ If there are lane markers on only one side of the vehicle
The lane departure warning will not operate for the side on which lane mark-
ers could not be recognized.
■ Conditions in which the function may not operate correctly
In the following situations, the front sensor may be unable to recognize lane
markers causing the lane departure warning function to operate incorrectly.
However, this does not indicate a malfunction.
● When driving through an area, such as a tollbooth, a crossing or before a
ticket checkpoint
● When driving on a sharp curve
● When lane markers are extremely narrow or extremely wide

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■ When changing the tires
Depending on the tires used, sufficient performance may not be maintain-
able.
■ Warning messages for the LDA system
Warning messages are used to indicate a system malfunction or to inform
the driver of the need for caution while driving.
WARNING
■ Before using the LDA system
Do not rely solely on the LDA system. The LDA system does not drive the
vehicle automatically, nor does it reduce the amount of care you need to
take. As such, the driver must always assume full responsibility for under-
standing his/her surroundings, for operating the steering wheel to correct the
driving line, and for driving safely.
Inappropriate or negligent driving could lead to an accident.
■ To avoid operating the LDA by mistake
Switch the LDA system off using the LDA switch when not in use.
NOTICE
■ To prevent damage to or incorrect operation of the LDA system
● Do not modify the headlights or attach stickers to the surface of the lights.
● Do not modify the suspension. If your suspension needs repairs, contact
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
● Do not install or place anything on the hood or the grille. Also, do not install
a grille guard (bull bars, kangaroo bar etc.).