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Operation of each component
Power windows
The power windows can be opened and closed using the switches.
Operating the switch moves the windows as follows:
Closing
One-touch closing (driver’s win-
dow only)
*
Opening
One-touch opening (driver’s
window only)
*
*
: To stop the window partway, oper- ate the switch in the opposite direc-
tion.
Press the switch to lock the pas-
senger window switches.
Use this switch to prevent children
from accidentally opening or clos-
ing a passenger window.
■ The power windows can be operated when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■ Operating the power windows afte r turning the hybrid system off
The power windows can be operated for approximately 45 seconds after the
power switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. They cannot,
however, be operated once either front door is opened.
Opening and closing procedures
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Window lock switch
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■Jam protection function (driver’s window)
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 (driver’s window)
If an object becomes caught between the door and window while the window
is opening, window movement is stopped.
■ When the power window cannot be op ened or closed (driver’s window)
When the jam protection function or catch protection function operates
unusually or the window can not be fully opened and closed, perform the fol-
lowing operations with the power window switch of the driver’s door.
● Stop the vehicle, with the power switch in ON mode, continually operate the
power window switch in the one-touch closing position within 4 seconds
after the jam protection function or catch protection function was activated.
Otherwise, by continually operating the power window switch in the one-
touch opening position, the window can be opened and closed.
● If the window can not be opened and closed even when performing the
above operations, implement the following procedure for function initializa-
tion.
Turn the power switch to ON mode.
Pull and hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing position
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 posi-
tion and after the window is completely opened, continue holding the
switch for a further 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 position,
once more, and 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 can not be closed or completely open, have the
vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
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Operation of each component
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. 161)
● 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 power switch off, carry the key and exit
the vehicle along with the child. There may be accidental operation, due to
mischief, etc., that may possibly lead to an accident.
■ Jam protection function (driver’s window)
● 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 (driver’s window)
● 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.
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Moon roof∗
Opens the moon roof*
The moon roof stops slightly before
the fully open position to reduce
wind noise.
Press the switch again to fully open
the moon roof.
Closes the moon roof*
*
: Lightly press either end of the moon roof switch to stop the moon
roof partway.
Tilts the moon roof up*
Tilts the moon roof down*
*
: Lightly press either end of the moon roof switch to stop the moon
roof partway.
∗: If equipped
Use the overhead switches to ope n and close the moon roof and
tilt it up and down.
Opening and closing
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Tilting up and down
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■The moon roof can be operated when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■ Operating the moon roof after turning the hybrid system off
The moon roof can be operated for approximately 45 seconds after the power
switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. It cannot, however, be
operated once either front door is opened.
■ Jam protection function
If an object is detected between the moon roof and the frame while the moon
roof is closing or tilting down, travel is stopped and the moon roof opens.
■ To reduce moon roof wind noise
When the moon roof is opened automatically, it will stop slightly before the
fully open position. Driving with the moon roof in this position can help reduce
wind noise.
■ Sunshade
The sunshade can be opened and closed manually. However, the sunshade
will open automatically when the moon roof is opened.
■ Opening the moon roof by small degrees
Quickly press and release the switch.
■ Moon roof open reminder function
The buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display
when the power switch is turned off and the driver’s door is opened with the
moon roof open.
■ When the 12-volt battery is disco nnected or the moon roof does not
close normally
The moon roof must be initialized in order to ensure proper operation.
Turn the power switch to ON mode.
Press and hold the “CLOSE” or “UP” switch until the following movement
finishes.
The moon roof will tilt up and pause for 1 second or more.
Then it will tilt down, open and close fully.
Release the switch, and then press it in order to ensure proper operation.
If the moon roof does not move automat ically, perform the procedure again
from the beginning.
■ Customization
Settings (e.g. open reminder function) can be changed.
(Customizable features: →P. 637)
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WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.
■Opening the moon roof
● Do not allow any passengers to put their hands or heads outside the vehi-
cle while it is moving.
● Do not sit on top of the moon roof.
■ Closing the moon roof
● The driver is responsible for moon roof opening and closing operations.
In order to prevent accidental operation, especially by a child, do not let a
child operate the moon roof. It is possible for children and other passen-
gers to have body parts caught in the moon roof. Also, when riding with a
child, it is recommended to use the window lock switch. ( →P. 161)
● Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body
in a position where it could be caught when the moon roof is being oper-
ated.
● When exiting the vehicle, turn the power switch off, carry the key and exit
the vehicle along with the child. There may be accidental operation, due to
mischief, etc., that may possibly lead to an accident.
■ Jam protection function
● Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection
function.
● The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just
before the moon roof fully closes.
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4Driving
4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ............. 168
Cargo and luggage ........... 178
Vehicle load limits ............. 182
Trailer towing..................... 183
Dinghy towing ................... 197
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch ...... 198
EV drive mode .................. 203
Hybrid transmission........... 205
Turn signal lever................ 211
Parking brake .................... 212
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 213
Automatic High Beam ....... 217
Fog light switch ................. 222
Windshield wipers and washer ..................... 223
Rear window wiper and washer ..................... 227 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap .................................. 230
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Toyota Safety Sense P ..... 233
PCS (Pre-Collision System)........................... 240
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ....... 255
Dynamic radar cruise control ............................. 264
Cruise control .................... 276
Intuitive parking assist....... 280
Rear view monitor system ............................ 288
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ........ 298
• The Blind Spot Monitor function ......................... 302
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ................. 305
Driving assist systems ...... 308
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips .................................. 314
Winter driving tips ............. 317
Utility vehicle precautions ..................... 321
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Driving the vehicle
→P. 1 9 8
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D. ( →P. 205)
Release the parking brake. ( →P. 212)
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelera-
tor pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift the shift
lever to P or N. ( →P. 205)
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
Set the parking brake ( →P. 212), and shift the shift lever to P
( → P. 205).
Press the power switch to stop the hybrid system.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your person.
If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe
driving:
Starting the hybrid system
Driving
Stopping
Parking the vehicle
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