
421-1. For safe use
WARNING
■SRS airbag precautions
Observe the following precautions regarding the SRS airbags. 
Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.
● The  driver  and  all  passengers  in  the  vehicle  must  wear  their  se at  belts
properly.
The SRS airbags are supplemental devices to be used with the se at belts.
● The  SRS  driver  airbag  deploys  with  considerable  force,  and  can  cause
death  or  serious  injury  especially  if  the  driver  is  very  close  to  the  airbag.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) advi ses:
Since the risk zone for the driver’s airbag is the first 2 - 3  in. (50 - 75 mm)
of  inflation,  placing  yourself  10  in.  (250  mm)  from  your  driver   airbag  pro-
vides  you  with  a  clear  margin  of  safety.  This  distance  is  measured  from
the center of the steering wheel to your breastbone. If you sit  less than 10
in.  (250  mm)  away  now,  you  can  change  your  driving  position  in  several
ways:
• Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reach ing the ped-
als comfortably.
• Slightly recline the back of the seat.  Although  vehicle  designs  vary,  many  drivers  can  achieve  the  10  in.
(250 mm) distance, even with the driver seat all the way forward , simply
by reclining the back of the seat somewhat. If reclining the ba ck of your
seat makes it hard to see the road, raise yourself by using a f irm, non-
slippery cushion, or raise the seat if your vehicle has that feature.
• If your steering wheel is adjustable, tilt it downward. This points the air- bag toward your chest instead of your head and neck.
The  seat  should  be  adjusted  as  recommended  by  NHTSA  above,  whil e
still  maintaining  control  of  the  foot  pedals,  steering  wheel,  and  your  view
of the instrument panel controls.
● If  the  seat  belt  extender  has  been  con-
nected to the front seat belt buckles but
the seat belt extender has not also been
fastened  to  the  latch  plate  of  the  seat
belt,  the  SRS  front  airbags  will  judge
that  the  driver  and  front  passenger  are
wearing  the  seat  belt  even  though  the
seat  belt  has  not  been  connected.  In
this  case,  the  SRS  front  airbags  may
not  activate  correctly  in  a  collision,
resulting in death or serious injury in the
event of a collision. Be sure to wear the
seat belt with the seat belt extender. 

1443-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
From inside (if equipped)
Press  the  switch  to  fold  the  mir-
rors.
Press  it  again  to  extend  them  to
the original position.
The  mirrors  can  be  manually  slid
outward  to  improve  visibility
around wide trailers.
When the mirror select switch is in the L or R position, the ou tside rear
view  mirrors  will  automatically  a ngle  downwards  when  the  vehicl e  is
reversing in order to give a better view of the ground.
To  disable  this  function,  move  the  mirror  select  switch  to  the  neutral
position (between L and R).
■Adjusting the mirror angle when the vehicle is reversing
With  the  shift  lever  in  R,  adjust  the  mirror  angle  at  a  desired  posi-
tion. The adjusted angle will be  memorized and the mirror will auto-
matically  tilt  to  the  memorized  angle  whenever  the  shift  lever  is
shifted to R from next time.
The memorized downward tilt position of the mirror is linked to the nor-
mal position (angle adjusted with the shift lever in other than  R). There-
fore,  if  the  normal  position  is  changed  after  adjustment,  the  t ilt  position
will also change.
When the normal position is changed, readjust the angle in reve rsing.
Extending the mirrors (if equipped)
Linked mirror function when reversing (if equipped) 

1674-1. Before driving
4
Driving
NOTICE
■When driving the vehicle
● Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same tim e during
driving, as this may restrain the engine output.
● Do  not  use  the  accelerator  pedal  or  depress  the  accelerator  and  brake
pedals at the same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.
■ When parking the vehicle
Always set the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P. F ailure to do so
may  cause  the  vehicle  to  move  or  the  vehicle  may  move  suddenly  if  the
accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed.
■ Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
● Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and ho ld it there for
an extended period of time. 
Doing so may damage the power steering pump.
● When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possibl e to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc. 
■ If you get a flat tire while driving 
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly  and  gradually  depress  the  brake  pedal to  slow  down  the  vehi-
cle.
● It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
● The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire ( P. 565)
■ When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain, etc.  Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
● Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle i s flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, trans-
mission, transfer (4WD models) differentials, etc.
● Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspe nsion joints
(where possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc . 

2334-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
WARNING
■Limitations of the pre-collision system
● The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking
care to observe your surroundings. 
Do  not  use  the  pre-collision  system  instead  of  normal  braking  o perations
under any circumstances. This system will not prevent collision s or lessen
collision damage or injury in every situation. Do not overly re ly on this sys-
tem. Failure to do so may lead to an accident, resulting in dea th or serious
injury.
● Although  this  system  is  designed  to  help  avoid  a  collision  or  h elp  reduce
the impact of the collision, its effectiveness may change accor ding to vari-
ous  conditions,  therefore  the  system  may  not  always  be  able  to  achieve
the same level of performance. 
Read  the  following  conditions  carefully.  Do  not  overly  rely  on  this  system
and always drive carefully.
• Conditions under which the system may operate even if there is  no pos-
sibility of a collision:  P. 238
• Conditions under which the system may not operate properly:  P. 240
● Do not attempt to test the operation of the pre-collision system yourself, as
the system may not operate properly, possibly leading to an acc ident.
■ Pre-collision braking
● When  the  pre-collision  braking  function  is  operating,  a  large  a mount  of
braking force will be applied.
● If the vehicle is stopped by the operation of the pre-collision braking func-
tion,  the  pre-collision  braking  function  operation  will  be  canc eled  after
approximately 2 seconds. Depress the brake pedal as necessary.
● The pre-collision braking function may not operate if certain o perations are
performed  by  the  driver.  If  the  accelerator  pedal  is  being  depressed
strongly  or the  steering  wheel  is  being  turned,  the  system  may  determine
that  the  driver  is  taking  evasive  action  and  possibly  prevent  t he  pre-colli-
sion braking function from operating.
● In  some  situations,  while  the  pre-collision  braking  function  is   operating,
operation  of  the  function  may  be  canceled  if  the  accelerator  pedal  is
depressed  strongly  or  the  steering  wheel  is  turned  and  the  syst em  deter-
mines that the driver is taking evasive action.
● If the brake pedal is being depressed, the system may determine  that the
driver  is  taking  evasive  action  and  possibly  delay  the  operation  timing  of
the pre-collision braking function. 

2384-5. Using the driving support systems
■Cancellation of the pre-collision braking
If either of the following occur while the pre-collision brakin g function is oper-
ating, it will be canceled:
● The accelerator pedal is depressed strongly.
● The steering wheel is turned sharply or abruptly.
■ Conditions under which the system may operate even if there is  no pos-
sibility of a collision
● In  some  situations  such  as  the  following,  the  system  may  determ ine  that
there is a possibility of a frontal collision and operate.
• When passing a vehicle or pedestrian
• When changing lanes while overtaking a preceding vehicle
• When overtaking a preceding vehicle that is changing lanes
• When rapidly closing on a vehicle ahead
• If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered, such as when  the road sur-
face is uneven or undulating
• When  approaching  objects  on  the  roadside,  such  as  guardrails,  utility
poles, trees, or walls
• When  overtaking  a  preceding  vehicle
that is making a left/right turn
• When passing a vehicle in an oncom- ing  lane  that  is  stopped  to  make  a
right/left turn
• When driving on a road where relative location  to  vehicle  ahead  in  an  adja-
cent  lane  may  change,  such  as  on  a
winding road 

2414-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
• If a vehicle ahead makes an abrupt maneuver (such as sudden swerving,
acceleration or deceleration)
• When suddenly cutting behind a preceding vehicle
• When  driving  in  inclement  weather  such  as  heavy  rain,  fog,  snow  or  a sandstorm
• When the vehicle is hit by water, snow, dust, etc., from a veh icle ahead
• When driving through steam or smoke
• When driving in  a place where the  surrounding brightness changes  sud-
denly, such as at the entrance or exit of a tunnel
• When  a  very  bright  light,  such  as  the  sun  or  the  headlights  of  oncoming traffic, shines directly into the camera sensor
• When  the  surrounding  area  is  dim,  such  as  at  dawn  or  dusk,  or  while  at
night or in a tunnel
• After the engine has started the vehicle has not been driven for a certain
amount of time
• While  making  a  left/right  turn  and  for  a  few  seconds  after  mak ing  a  left/
right turn
• While driving on a curve and for a few seconds after driving o n a curve
• If your vehicle is skidding
• If the wheels are misaligned
• If a wiper blade is blocking the camera sensor
• The vehicle is wobbling.
• The vehicle is being driven at extremely high speeds.
• When driving on a hill 
• If the radar sensor or camera sensor is misaligned • When  a  vehicle  ahead  is  not  directly in front of your vehicle
• If  the  front  of  the  vehicle  is  raised  or lowered 

2844-5. Using the driving support systems
WARNING
■When using the rear view monitor system 
The  rear  view  monitor  system  is  a  supplemental  device  intended  to  assist
the driver when backing up. When backing up, be sure to visually check all
around the vehicle both directly and using the mirrors before proceeding.
Observe  the  following  precautions  to  avoid  an  accident  that  cou ld  result  in
death or serious injuries.
● Never depend on the rear view monitor system entirely when back ing up.
The image and the position of the guide lines displayed on the  screen may
differ from the actual state.
Use caution, just as you would when backing up any vehicle.
● Be  sure  to  back  up  slowly,  depressing  the  brake  pedal  to  contro l  vehicle
speed.
● The instructions given are only guide lines.
When and how much to turn the steering wheel will vary according to traf-
fic  conditions,  road  surface  conditions,  vehicle  condition,  etc .  when  park-
ing.  It  is  necessary  to  be  fully  aware  of  this  before  using  the   rear  view
monitor system. 
● When parking, be sure to check that the parking space will acco mmodate
your vehicle before maneuvering into it.
● Do not use the rear view monitor system in the following cases:
• On icy or slick road surfaces, or in snow
• When using tire chains or emergency tires
• When the tailgate is not closed completely
• On roads that are not flat or straight, such as curves or slop es.
● In  low  temperatures,  the  screen  may  darken  or  the  image  may  bec ome
faint.  The  image  could  distort  when  the  vehicle  is  moving,  or  y ou  may
become unable to see the image on the screen. Be sure to visual ly check
all  around  the  vehicle  both  directly  and  using  the  mirrors  befo re  proceed-
ing.
● If the tire sizes are changed, the position of the fixed guide  lines displayed
on the screen may change.
● The  camera  uses  a  special  lens.  The  distances  between  objects  a nd
pedestrians  that  appear  in  the  image  displayed  on  the  screen  will  differ
from the actual distances. ( P. 280) 

2984-5. Using the driving support systems
■When the front-wheel drive cont rol switch is shifted to “4L”
VSC is automatically turned off.
■ If the “4HI” indicator flashes
The  transfer  mode  may  not  successfully  change.  Drive  straight  a head  while
accelerating or decelerating, or drive in reverse.
■ If the “4LO” indicator continues to flash
The  transfer  mode  may  not  successfully  change.  Operate  the  fron t-wheel
drive control switch again.
■ If the “4LO” indicator continues to flash and a buzzer sounds
The shift lever is not in N and/or the vehicle is moving. Stop the vehicle com-
pletely, shift the shift lever to N and make sure that the indi cator stops flash-
ing.
■ If the “4HI” or “4LO” indicator flashes rapidly
There may be a malfunction in the four-wheel drive system. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
■ Four-wheel drive usage frequency
You should drive in four-wheel drive for at least 10 miles (16  km) each month.
This will assure that the front drive components are lubricated .
WARNING
■Shifting the front-wheel drive control switch from “2WD” to “4H ” while
driving
Never operate the front-wheel drive control switch if the wheels are slipping. 
Stop the slipping or spinning before shifting.
■ When the vehicle is parked
If the shift lever is moved before the “4LO” indicator turns on/off, the transfer
mode  may  not  be  shifted  completely.  The  transfer  mode  disengage s  both
the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and allows t he vehicle to
move  regardless  of  the  shift  position.  (At  this  time,  the  indic ator  blinks  and
the buzzer sounds.)
Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic tr ansmission is in
P. You  or  someone  else  could  be  seriously  injured. You  must  com plete  the
shifting of the transfer mode before placing transmission in P.