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3-3. Adjusting the seats
Operation of each component
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Head restraints
Adjustable type
Up
Pull the head restraints up.
Down
Push the head restraint down while
pressing the lock release button.
Integrated type
Head restraints cannot be adjusted and removed.
Adjustable type
Up
Pull the head restraints up.
Down
Push the head restraint down while
pressing the lock release button.
Integrated type
Head restraints cannot be adjusted and removed.
Head restraints are provided for all seats.
Front seats
Lock release button
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2
Rear seats (if equipped)
Lock release button
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2
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■Removing the head restraints
■ Installing the head restraints
■ Adjusting the height of the head restraints
■ Adjusting the rear center seat head restraint (if equipped)
Always raise the head restraint one level from the stowed position when
using.
Pull the head restraint up while pressing
the lock release button.
Align the head restraint with the installa-
tion holes and push it down to the lock
position.
Press and hold the lock release button
when lowering the head restraint.
Make sure that the head restraints are
adjusted so that the center of the head
restraint is closest to the top of your ears.
Lock release
button
Lock release
button
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WARNING
■Head restraint precautions
Observe the following precautions regarding the head restraints. Failure to
do so may result in death or serious injury.
● Use the head restraints designed for each respective seat.
● Adjust the head restraints to the correct position at all times.
● After adjusting the head restraints, push down on them and make sure
they are locked in position.
● Do not drive with the head restraints removed.
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2273-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
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Operation of each component
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To sound the horn, press on or
close to the mark.
■ After adjusting the steering wheel
Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked.
The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked.
Horn
WARNING
■ Caution while driving
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and cause an acci-
dent, resulting in death or serious injury.
■ After adjusting the steering wheel
Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked.
Otherwise, the steering wheel may move suddenly, possibly causing an
accident, and resulting in death or serious injury.
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2333-5. Opening and closing the windows
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Operation of each component
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Ty pe C
Closing
Opening
One-touch opening*
One-touch closing*
*: To stop the window partway,
operate the switch in the opposite
direction.
Press the switch down to lock the
passenger window switches.
Use this switch to prevent children
from accidentally opening or clos-
ing a passenger window.
■ The power windows can be operated when
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■ Jam protection function (windows with one-touch function for type B
and C)
If an object becomes jammed between the window and the window frame
while the window is closing, window movement is stopped and the window is
opened slightly.
■ Catch protection function (windows with one-touch function for type B
and C)
If an object becomes caught between the door and window while the window
is opening, window movement is stopped.
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2
3
4
Window lock switch
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2343-5. Opening and closing the windows
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■ Operating the power windows after turning the engine off
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
The power windows can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even
after the engine switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. They can-
not, however, be operated once either front door is opened.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
The power windows can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even
after the engine switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. They
cannot, however, be operated once either front door is opened.
■ When the window cannot be opened or closed (windows with one-touch
function for type B and C)
When the jam protection function or catch protection function operates
unusually and the window cannot be opened or closed, perform the following
operations with the power window switch of that door.
● Stop the vehicle. With the engine switch in the “ON” position (vehicles with-
out smart entry & start system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart
entry & start system), within 4 seconds of the jam protection function or
catch protection function activating, continually operate the power window
switch in the one-touch closing dire ction or one-touch opening direction so
that the window can be opened and closed.
● If the window cannot be opened and closed even when performing the
above operations, perform the following procedure for function initialization.
Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position (vehicles without smart entry
& start system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart entry & start
system).
Pull and hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing direction
and completely close the window.
Release the power window switch for a moment, resume pulling the
switch in the one-touch closing direction, and hold it there for approxi-
mately 6 seconds or more.
Press and hold the power window switch in the one-touch opening direc-
tion. After the window is completely opened, continue holding the switch
for an additional 1 second or more.
Release the power window switch for a moment, resume pushing the
switch in the one-touch opening direction, and hold it there for approxi-
mately 4 seconds or more.
Pull and hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing direction
again. After the window is completely closed, continue holding the switch
for a further 1 second or more.
If you release the switch while the window is moving, start again from the
beginning.
If the window reverses and cannot be fully closed or opened, have the vehi-
cle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
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2
3
4
5
6
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WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■ Closing the windows
● 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. 233)
● 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 off, carry the key and exit
the vehicle along with the child. T here may be accidental operation, due to
mischief, etc., that may possibly lead to an accident.
■ Jam protection function (windows with one-touch function for type B
and C)
● Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection
function.
● The jam protection function may not work if something gets jammed just
before the window is fully closed. Be careful not to get any part of your
body jammed in the window.
■ Catch protection function (windows with one-touch function for type B
and C)
● Never use any part of your body or clothing to intentionally activate the
catch protection function.
● The catch protection function may not work if something gets caught just
before the window is fully opened. Be careful not to get any part of your
body or clothing caught in the window.
NOTICE
■ Jam protection function and catch protection function (windows with
one-touch function for type B and C)
If the door is forcefully closed while the window is being opened or closed,
the jam protection function or catch protection function may operate and the
window may reverse directions or stop.
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4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 238
Cargo and luggage ............ 251
Trailer towing (except
models for model code
destination W).................. 252
Trailer towing (models for
model code destination
W) .................................... 253
4-2. Driving procedures
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without smart
entry & start system)........ 266
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with smart
entry & start system)........ 269
Automatic transmission ..... 277
Manual transmission.......... 284
Turn signal lever ................ 290
Parking brake .................... 291
4-3. Operating the lights
and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 292
Fog light switch .................. 299
Windshield wipers and
washer ............................. 302
4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap ................................... 304
4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Toyota Safety Sense ......... 309
PCS (Pre-Collision
System) ........................... 321
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert) ................................ 334
RSA (Road Sign Assist)..... 343
Cruise control..................... 348
Rear view monitor
system ............................. 352
Four-wheel drive
system ............................. 363
Rear differential
lock system ...................... 373
Stop & Start system
(Smart Stop) .................... 377
Driving assist systems ....... 387
Downhill assist control
system ............................. 395
DPF (Diesel Particulate
Filter) system ................... 398
4-6. Driving tips
Winter driving tips .............. 402