2017 TOYOTA GT86 lights

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
2
When driving
■
Battery-saving function
In the following conditions, the headlights and the other remaining lights will
go off automatically after 20 minutes in order to prevent the vehicle battery
from being discharged:
●The headlights and/or tail lights are on.
● The engine switch is turned off.
● The light switch is in or .
This function will be canceled in any of the following situations:
● When the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position
● When the light switch is operated
● When the door is opened or closed
■ Customization that can be configured at your Toyota dealer
Settings of the light sensor sensitivity can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 383)
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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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Windshield wipers and washer
When intermittent windshield wiper operation is selected, the wiper
interval can be adjusted.
The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows.
Intermittent windshield
wiper operation
Low speed windshield wiper
operation
High speed windshield
wiper operation
Temporary operation
Decreases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
Increases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
2
When driving
■
The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid tank.
WARNING
■Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes
warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
The wipers will automatically
operate a couple of times after
the washer squirts.

178 2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Toyota dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

187
2-4. Using other
driving systems
2
When driving
Selecting TRAC mode and VSC mode
Modes can be selected to suit your driving conditions as follows:
*1: Vehicles with an automatic transmission
*2: Vehicles with a manual transmission
Driving
conditionsTRAC
modesVSC modesBrake LSD functionIndicator lights
Normal roadsNormal mode Normal
mode Normal
mode ⎯
Rough roads OffNormal
mode Normal
mode
Sport
driving “TRACK”
mode “TRACK”
mode “TRACK”
mode
Off Off “TRACK”
mode
*1
Off
*2

192 2-4. Using other driving systems
■When enabling the hill-start assist control
●If the hill-start assist control ON indicator does not illuminate or if an
incorrect operation is performed, turn the engine switch to the “LOCK”
position and then restart the enabling procedure from .
● If is pressed and held for approximately 30 seconds or more, the
VSC off indicator and “TRAC OFF” indicator will turn off and subsequent
operations of the switch will be rejected. In this case, the VSC system will
operate in normal mode. ( →P. 187) To enable , turn the engine
switch to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position and then restart the \
engine.
Within 5 seconds after the indicator lights turn off, release
. Then, press the switch again within 2 seconds of
releasing it.
The hill-start assist control ON indicator will illuminate and then
turn off.
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position. Then, restart
the engine and check that the hill-start assist control ON
indicator is illuminated.
Hill-start assist control is enabled when the indicator is illumi-
nated.
To disable hill-start assist control, perform the above
through again.
STEP 5
STEP 6
STEP 1
STEP 6
STEP 4

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2-5. Driving information
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
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires.
Make sure to install 4 tires that are of the specified size, and that
all 4 tires are the same size, same maker, same brand and tread
pattern.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have
accumulated on the exterior lights, vehicle's roof, chassis,
around the tires or on the brakes.
● Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes
before getting in the vehicle.

Interior features3
207
3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger
Manual air conditioning system ........................... 208
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ............ 215
3-2. Using the audio system Using the AUX/USB port................................. 217
Steering wheel audio switches ......................... 218
Using the microphone ...... 219 3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ............... 220
• Interior light ..................... 221
3-4. Using the storage features
List of storage features .......................... 222
• Glove box........................ 223
• Bottle holders .................. 224
• Cup holders/ console tray .................... 225
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors ........................ 227
Vanity mirrors ................... 228
Clock ................................ 229
Power outlets ................... 230
Floor mat .......................... 232