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4-2. Driving procedures
Driving
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Parking brake
Sets the parking brake
Fully pull the parking brake while
depressing the brake pedal.
At this time, the parking brake indi-
cator light will come on.
Releases the parking brake
Slightly raise the lever and lower it
completely while pressing the but-
ton.
At this time, the parking brake indi-
cator light will go off.
■ Parking the vehicle
P. 239
■ Parking brake engaged warning buzzer
P. 615
■ Usage in winter time
P. 402
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NOTICE
■Before driving
Fully release the parking brake.
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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■ Air conditioning system operations when the engine is stopped due to
the Stop & Start system (vehicles with Stop & Start system)
When the engine is stopped due to Stop & Start system operations, the man-
ual air conditioning cooling, heating and dehumidification functions turn off.
To stop the air conditioning system from turning off, press the Stop & Start
cancel switch and refrain from using the Stop & Start system.
■ An odor comes from the air conditioning system due to the Stop & Start
system operation (vehicles with Stop & Start system)
When the engine is stopped due to Stop & Start system operations, an odor
caused by moisture may be detected. This does not indicate a malfunction.
■ Air conditioning filter
P. 573
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■Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and
the ambient conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow
immediately after is pressed.
■ Fogging up of the windows
● The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.
Turning on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the wind-
shield effectively.
● If you turn off, the windows may fog up more easily.
● The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
■ Outside/recirculated air mode
● When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, press .
This is effective in preventing outside air from entering the vehicle interior.
During cooling operation, setting the reci rculated air mode will also cool the
vehicle interior effectively.
● Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the
temperature setting or the inside temperature.
■ Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
● In Eco drive mode, the air conditioning system is controlled as follows to pri-
oritize fuel efficiency:
• Engine speed and compressor operation controlled to restrict heating/
cooling capacity
• Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected
● To improve air conditioning performance, perform the following operations.
• Adjust the fan speed
• Turn off Eco drive mode
• Adjust the temperature setting
■ When the outside temperature falls to nearly 0°C (32°F)
The dehumidification function may not operate even when is pressed.
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■ Ventilation and air conditioning odors
● To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.
● During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into
and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to
be emitted from the vents.
● To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• For some models: The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a
short period of time immediately after the air conditioning system is
started in automatic mode.
■ Air conditioning system operations when the engine is stopped due to
the Stop & Start system (vehicles with Stop & Start system)
When the engine is stopped due to Stop & Start system operations, the
automatic air conditioning cooling, heating and dehumidification functions
turn off and the fan speed is decreased according to the outside tempera-
ture etc. or air blowing stops. To stop the air conditioning system from turn-
ing off, press the Stop & Start cancel switch and refrain from using the Stop
& Start system.
■ An odor comes from the air conditioning system due to the Stop & Start
system operation (vehicles with Stop & Start system)
When the engine is stopped due to Stop & Start system operations, an odor
caused by moisture may be detected. This does not indicate a malfunction.
■ Air conditioning filter
P. 573
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Heated steering wheel/seat heaters
: If equipped
Heated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips of the
steering wheel and seats, respectively.
WARNING
● Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories
comes in contact with the steering wheel and seats when the heater is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-
lenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Observe the following precautions to prevent minor burns or overheating:
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat
heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE
● Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
● To prevent battery discharge, do not use the functions when the engine is
not running.
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*: The shape of the auxiliary box may differ depending on the grade, etc.
●Air conditioning-linked temperature regulation function (type A) (if
equipped):
By introducing air from the air conditioning system into the auxiliary box,
canned drinks etc. can be kept hot or cold. However, as the temperature
inside the auxiliary box will become the same as the temperature of the air
flowing from the air conditioning sy stem, extreme heating and cooling are
not possible. In high humidity condition, be careful of objects inside the aux-
iliary box, as condensation may form.
● Using the air conditioning-linked temperature regulation function (type A) (if
equipped):
Allow the air conditioning system to operate, and use or to
select either or . ( P. 492, 501)
Adjust the temperature. ( P. 492, 500)
Type G (if equipped)
Open the air intake lid inside the aux-
iliary box.
To blow a large amount of air into the
auxiliary box, close the passenger
side vent. ( P. 495, 504)
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If your vehicle overheats
●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (P. 132)
enters the red zone or a loss of engine power is experienced. (For
example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning sys-
tem, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled down sufficiently, inspect the hoses and
radiator core (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact any
authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or
any reliable repairer.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures
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710Alphabetical index
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Child safety ................................ 64
Airbag precautions .................. 47
Battery precautions ....... 558, 652
Child restraint system ............. 65
How your child should
wear the seat belt ................. 42
Installing child restraints.... 81, 90
Power window lock
switch.................................. 233
Power window precautions ... 235
Rear door child-protectors .... 177
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 577
Seat belt precautions .............. 44
Seat heater precautions ........ 509
Child-protectors ....................... 177
Cleaning............................ 534, 537
Aluminum wheels .................. 535
Exterior.................................. 534
Interior ................................... 537
Seat belts .............................. 538
Clock ......................................... 523
Clutch........................................ 687
Coat hooks ............................... 527
Condenser ................................ 554
Console box ............................. 515
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 654
Cruise control .......................... 348
Cup holders .............................. 516
Curtain shield airbags ............... 45
DAC ........................................... 395
Daytime running light
system .................................... 296
Deck hooks .............................. 521
Defogger
Outside rear view
mirrors ........................ 493, 502
Rear window ................. 493, 502
Windshield .................... 493, 502
Differential
Oil ......................................... 687
Dimension ................................ 662
Display
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert)................................... 344
Multi-information
display ........................ 137, 141
Trip information ............. 138, 143
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 543
Doors
Door glasses ......................... 232
Door lock............................... 174
Open door warning light........ 614
Outside rear view mirrors...... 229
Rear door child-protectors .... 177
Side doors............................. 174
Downhill assist control
system .................................... 395
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter)
system .................................... 398
Warning message ................. 622
Driver’s seat belt
reminder light ........................ 614
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 241
Correct posture ....................... 38
Procedures ........................... 238
Winter drive tips .................... 402
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