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2304-2. Driving procedures
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Parking brake
Sets the parking brake
During application: The parking
brake indicator light will flash
Once applied: The parking brake
indicator light will on
Press and hold the parking brake
switch if an emergency occurs and
it is necessary to operate the park-
ing brake while driving.
Releases the parking brake
Operate the parking brake switch
while depressing the brake pedal.
Make sure that the parking brake
indicator light turn off.
■Parking the vehicle
→ P. 187
■ Parking brake operation
●When the engine switch is not in the “ON” position (vehicles without smart
entry & start system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart entry &
start system), the parking brake cannot be released using the parking brake
switch.
● Vehicles with Stop & Start system: When the engine is stopped by the Stop
& Start system, the parking brake will not be released even though the park-
ing brake switch is operated, but the engine will restart. The parking brake
can be released after the engine has been started, either by keeping the
parking brake switch pulled throughout the engine restart, or by pulling the
switch once again after the engine has restarted and “PARKING BRAKE
INOPERABLE”/“Parking brake inoperable. ” on the multi-information display
has disappeared.
■ Automatic release function (vehicles with manual transmission)
The parking brake is automatically rel eased during starting the vehicle, thus
making starting off easier.
Operating instructions
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Automatic apply function (vehicles with manual transmission)
To prevent the parking brake from being left accidentally unapplied, the park-
ing brake will be applied automatically under the following conditions:
●The vehicle is stopped.
● The engine switch is turned to the “ACC” position (vehicles without smart
entry & start system) or off (vehicles with smart entry & start system).
■ Automatic apply mode (vehicles with manual transmission)
Automatic apply function (mode) is initially set to ON, but it can be switched
between ON and OFF as the situation demands.
●Switching automatic apply mode from ON to OFF:
Stop the vehicle in a horizontal condition and switch the engine switch to
the “ON” position (vehicles without smart entry & start system) or IGNI-
TION ON mode (vehicles with smart entry & start system).
● Switching automatic apply mode from OFF to ON:
Stop the vehicle in a horizontal condition and switch the engine switch to
the “ON” position (vehicles without smart entry & start system) or IGNI-
TION ON mode (vehicles with smart entry & start system).
Push and hold the parking brake switch for 5 seconds or more
The Auto P-off indicator light will go off.
● Temporary cancelation of the automatic apply function is available for spe-
cific circumstances (car wash, towing vehicle, etc.).
To temporarily cancel the automatic apply function of the parking brake, pull
the parking brake switch at the same time as you are switching off the vehi-
cle.
When switch is being pulled for 5 seconds or more, automatic apply mode
changes from ON to OFF.
■ Parking brake operation sound
When the parking brake operates, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be
heard. This does not indicate a malfunction. Pull and hold the parking brake switch
for 5 seconds or more
The Auto P-off indicator light will illu-
minate.
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When the system is overheating
The system may become temporarily unavailable in order to prevent over-
heating caused by repeated unnecessary switch operation.
In this event, leaving the system to cool down for a short time will allow nor-
mal operation to resume.
■ When there is a malf unction in the system
Warning light will turn on or flash. ( →P. 530)
■ Usage in winter time
→ P. 312
WARNING
■ When parking the vehicle
●Make sure that the parking brake indicator light is illuminated. If the park-
ing brake is not applied, the vehicle could move, possibly leading to an
accident.
● Do not leave a child in the vehicle alone. The parking brake may be
released unintentionally and there is the danger of the vehicle moving that
may lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■ When parking the vehicle
Before you leave the vehicle, set the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P
(Multidrive) or 1 or R (manual transmi ssion) and make sure that the vehicle
does not move.
■ When the system malfunctions
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and check the warning messages.
(→ P. 537)
■ When the parking brake cannot be released due to a malfunction
Use the parking brake release tool to manually release the parking brake.
(→ P. 588)
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake
wear.
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2384-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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■Daytime running light system
To make your vehicle more visible to other drivers during daytime driving, the
daytime running lights turn on automatically whenever the engine is started
and the parking brake is released with the headlight switch off or in the
“AUTO” position. (Illuminate brighter than the front position lights.) Daytime
running lights are not designed for use at night.
■ Headlight control sensor (if equipped)
The sensor may not function properly if
anything that blocks the sensor is affixed
to the windshield.
Doing so interferes with the sensor
detecting the level of ambient light and
may cause the automatic headlight sys-
tem to malfunction.
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2714-5. Toyota Safety Sense
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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-crash safety system may be temporarily unavailable or there may be
a malfunction in the system.
● In the following situations, the warning light will turn off, the message will
disappear and the system will beco me operational when normal operating
conditions return:
• When the area around the front sensor is hot, such as in the sun
• When the windshield is fogged up or covered with condensation or ice (→ P. 394, 401)
• When the front sensor or the area around either sensor is cold, such as in
an extremely cold environment
• If the area in front of the front sens or is obstructed, such as when the
hood is open
● If the PCS warning light continues to flash or illuminate or the warning mes-
sage does not disappear, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional immediately.
■ If VSC is disabled
●If TRC and VSC are disabled ( →P. 308), the pre-crash brake assist and pre-
crash braking functions are also disabled. However, the pre-crash warning
function will still operate.
● The PCS warning light will turn on and a warning message will be displayed
on the multi-information display. ( →P. 544)
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3054-6. Using the driving support systems
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If the Stop & Start cancel indicator continues to flash
The Stop & Start system may be malfunctioning. Contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
WARNING
■ When the Stop & Start system is operating
●Keep the shift lever in N and apply the brake pedal or parking brake for
safety while the engine is stopped due to the Stop & Start system (while
the Stop & Start indicator is on).
Unexpected accidents may occur due to the automatic engine start func-
tion.
● Do not leave the vehicle while the engine is stopped due to the Stop &
Start system (while the Stop & Start indicator is on).
Unexpected accidents may occur due to the automatic engine start func-
tion.
● Ensure that the engine is not stopped by the Stop & Start system while the
vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area. The engine may restart due to the
automatic engine start function, causing exhaust gases to collect and
enter the vehicle and resulting in death or a serious health hazard.
NOTICE
■ To ensure the system operates correctly
If any one of the following situations occurs, the Stop & Start system may
not operate correctly, thus, please have your vehicle checked by any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
● While the driver’s seat belt is fastened, the seat belt reminder light flashes.
● Even when the driver’s seat belt is not fastened, the seat belt reminder
light remains off.
● Even when the driver’s door is closed, the open door warning is displayed
on the multi-information display, or the interior light comes on when the
interior light switch is in the door position.
● Even when the driver’s door is opened, the open door warning is not dis-
played on the multi-information display, or the interior light does not come
on when the interior light switch is in the door position.
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3074-6. Using the driving support systems
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◆PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) (if equipped)
→P. 2 5 9
◆Emergency brake signal
When the brakes are applied suddenly, the emergency flashers
automatically flash to alert the vehicle behind.
The slip indicator light will flash
while the TRC/VSC systems are
operating.
If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt or snow, the TRC system may
reduce power from the engine to the wheels. Pressing to turn the
system off may make it easier for you to rock the vehicle in order to
free it.
To turn the TRC system off,
quickly press and release .
“TRC OFF” will be shown on the
multi-information display.
Press again to turn the system
back on.
When the TRC/VSC systems are operating
Disabling the TRC system
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3084-6. Using the driving support systems
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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 VSC OFF indicator light will come on and the “TRC OFF” will be shown
on the multi-information display.
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Press again to turn the systems back on.
*: On vehicles with a PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system), the pre-crash brake
assist and pre-crash braking func tions will also be disabled. (→P. 271)
■ When the message is displayed on th e multi-information display show-
ing that TRC has been disabled even if the VSC OFF switch has not been
pressed
TRC and hill-start assist control cannot be operated. Contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■ Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, TRC, VSC and
hill-start assist control 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 is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be
heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.
■ Automatic reactivation of TRC and VSC systems
After turning the TRC and VSC systems off, the systems will be automatically
re-enabled in the following situations:
●When the engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” position (vehicles without a
smart entry & start system) or off (vehicles with a smart entry & start sys-
tem).
● If only the TRC system is turned off, the TRC will turn on when vehicle
speed increases
If both the TRC and VSC systems are turned off, automatic re-enabling will
not occur when vehicle speed increases.
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