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■ Displaying the Stop & Start system status 
Operation status of the Stop & Start system can be displayed on the  
(Drive information) screen of multi-information display. ( P. 144) 
The display of “After Reset” can be reset. 
● To reset the display, press   of the meter control switches, press “<” or “>” 
to select “Reset”, and then press and hold  . 
● To stop the reset procedure, press  . 
■ Multi-information display messages 
If the following situations,   and a message may be displayed on the 
multi-information display. 
● When the engine cannot be stopped by the Stop & Start system
Smart Stop 
Displays the current engine stop time. Also, the 
engine stop time when t he air conditioning sys- 
tem is on can be adjusted using the meter con- 
trol switches. ( P. 382)
After Start 
Displays the cumulative time that the engine is 
stopped by the Stop & Start system from when 
the engine is started until the engine is stopped.
After Reset 
Displays the cumulative time that the engine is 
stopped by the Stop & Start system from the 
previous reset until the system is reset again.
MessageDetails/Actions
“Depress brake 
firmly to activate”
The brake pedal is not depressed enough.
 If the brake pedal is depressed further, 
the system will operate.
“For climate con- 
trol”
Vehicles with automatic air conditioning sys- 
tem:
• The air conditioning system is being used 
when the ambient temperature is high or 
low.
 If the difference between the set tem- 
perature and cabin temperature is 
small, the system will be enabled. 
•  is on. 
     
        
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● When the engine automatically restarts while stopped by the Stop & Start 
system 
■ If “Stop & Start system malfunction Visit your dealer” is shown on the 
multi-information display 
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any autho- 
rized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. 
■ If the Stop & Start cancel indicator continues to flash 
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any autho- 
rized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
MessageDetails/Actions
“For climate  
control”
Vehicles with automatic air conditioning sys-
tem: 
• The air conditioning system has been
turned on or is being used. 
•  has been turned on.
“For brake  
system”
The brake pedal has been depressed further
or pumped. 
 The system will be enabled after the 
engine runs and the brake booster vac-
uum reaches a predetermined level.
“Battery charging”
The battery charge may be low.
 The engine is restarted to prioritize 
battery charging. Operating the engine 
for a short while allows the system to 
recover.
“Steering wheel 
turned”The steering wheel was operated.
“Driver seat belt 
unbuckled”The driver seat belt has been unfastened. 
     
        
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Winter driving tips
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera- 
tures. 
• Engine oil 
• Engine coolant 
• Washer fluid 
● Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery. 
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire 
chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match 
the size of the tires.
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 the 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 accu- 
mulated 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.
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before
driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a man- 
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions.
Preparation for winter
Before driving the vehicle