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Driving
The fixed guide lines are very far out of alignment
The camera position is out of align-
ment.Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer.
• The vehicle is tilted (there is a
heavy load on the vehicle, tire
pressure is low due to a tire punc-
ture, etc.)
• The vehicle is used on an incline.If this happens due to these causes,
it does not indicate a malfunction.
Back up while visually checking the
vehicle’s surroundings.
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 check visually
behind and all around the vehicle before proceeding.
Observe the following precautions to avoid an accident that could result in
death or serious injuries.
● Never depend on the rear view monitor system entirely when backing 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 control 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 accommodate
your vehicle before maneuvering into it.
Likely causeSolution 
     
        
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2154-6. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
Driving assist systems
◆ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Helps to prevent wheel lock when the brakes are applied suddenly,
or if the brakes are applied while driving on a slippery road surface
◆Brake assist
Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal
is depressed when the system detects a panic stop situation
◆VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or
turning on slippery road surfaces
◆TRAC (Traction Control)
Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the drive wheels from
spinning when starting the vehicle  or accelerating on slippery roads
◆Hill-start assist control
Helps to reduce the backward move ment of the vehicle when start-
ing on an uphill
◆EPS (Electric Power Steering) 
Employs an electric motor to redu ce the amount of effort needed to
turn the steering wheel 
◆PCS (Pre-Collision System) (if equipped)
→ P.  1 7 7
To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following
systems operate automatically in response to various driving
situations. Be aware, however, that these systems are supple-
mentary and should not be relied  upon too heavily when operat-
ing the vehicle.  
     
        
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2174-6. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
■Turning off both TRAC and VSC systems
To turn the TRAC and VSC systems off, press and hold   for more than 3
seconds while the vehicle is stopped.
The “TRAC OFF” indicator light and the VSC off indicator light will come on.
Press   again to turn the systems back on.
On vehicles with Pre-collision system, Pre-collision brake assist and Pre-colli-
sion braking will also be disabled. The PCS warning light will come on. 
(→P. 190)
■ When the “TRAC OFF” indicator light comes on even if   has not
been pressed
TRAC cannot be operated. Contact your Toyota dealer.
■ Sounds and vibrations caused by the  ABS, brake assist, VSC, TRAC and
hill-start assist control systems
● A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the brake pedal
is depressed repeatedly, when the engine is started or just after the vehicle
begins to move. This sound does not indicate that a malfunction has
occurred in any of these systems.
● Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are
operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard also after the vehicle comes to a stop.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after the ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down slightly after the ABS is activated.
■ EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be
heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.
■ Automatic reactivation  of TRAC and VSC systems
After turning the TRAC and VSC systems off, the systems will be automati-
cally re-enabled in the following situations:
● When the engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” position
● If only the TRAC system is turned off, the TRAC will turn on when vehicle
speed increases
If both the TRAC and VSC systems are turned off, automatic re-enabling will
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■Reduced effectiveness of the EPS system
The effectiveness of the EPS system is reduced to prevent the system from
overheating when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of
time. The steering wheel may feel heavy as a result.
Should this occur, refrain from excessi ve steering input or stop the vehicle
and turn the engine off. The EPS system should return to normal within 10
minutes.
■  Operating conditions of  hill-start assist control
When the following four conditions are met, the hill-start assist control will
operate:
● Vehicles with an automatic transmission: The shift lever is in a position other
than P or N (when starting off forward/backward on an upward incline).
● Vehicles with a manual transmission: The shift lever is in a position other
than R when starting off forward on an upward incline, or the shift lever is in
R when starting off backward on an upward incline.
● The vehicle is stopped.
● The accelerator pedal is not depressed.
● The parking brake is not engaged.
■  Automatic system cancelation of  hill-start assist control
The hill-start assist control will turn off in any of the following situations:
● Vehicles with an automatic transmission: The shift lever is shifted to P or N.
● Vehicles with a manual transmission: The shift lever is shifted to R when
starting off forward on an upward incline, or the shift lever is shifted to other
than R when starting off backward on an upward incline.
● The accelerator pedal is depressed.
● The parking brake is engaged.
● Approximately 2 seconds elapse after the brake pedal is released. 
     
        
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2244-7. Driving tips
WARNING
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents. 
Failure to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or
serious injury.
● Use tires of the specified size.
● Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
● Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h), regardless of the type of
snow tires being used.
● Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.
● Do not use tires of noticeably different wear level.
■ Driving with tire chains
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents. 
Failure to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely,
and may cause death or serious injury.
● Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being
used, or 30 mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower.
● Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
● Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting
operations that cause sudden engine braking.
● Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle con-
trol is maintained.
● Do not use LDA (Lane Departure Alert) (if equipped). 
     
        
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226
5-1. Basic OperationsAudio system types ........... 228
Audio system .................... 229
Steering wheel audio switches .......................... 231
USB port/AUX port ............ 232
Basic audio operations...... 233
5-2. Setup Setup menu....................... 235
General settings ................ 236
Audio settings ................... 238
Display settings ................. 239
Voice settings.................... 240
5-3. Using the multimedia  system
Selecting the audio  source ............................. 241
List screen operation......... 242
Optimal use of  the multimedia system .... 244
5-4. Using the radio Radio operation................. 245
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5Multimedia system
5-5. Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs
CD player operation .......... 247
5-6. Using an external device Listening to an iPod .......... 253
Listening to a USB memory device................ 257
Using the AUX port ........... 262
5-7. Connecting Bluetooth
®
Preparations to use  wireless 
communication ................ 263
Registering a Bluetooth
® 
audio player 
for the first time ............... 267
Registering a Bluetooth
® 
phone for the first time  ... 268
Registering a Bluetooth
® 
device.............................. 269
Connecting a Bluetooth
® 
device.............................. 271
Displaying a Bluetooth
® 
device details .................. 273
Detailed Bluetooth
® 
system settings ............... 274 5-8. Bluetooth
® audio
Listening to Bluetooth® 
audio ............................... 276
5-9. Bluetooth
® phone
Using a Bluetooth® 
phone .............................. 277
Making a call ..................... 279
Receiving a call ................. 282
Speaking on the phone ..... 283
Bluetooth
® phone 
message function ............ 286
Using the steering wheel  switches .......................... 290
Bluetooth
® phone 
settings ........................... 291
Contact/Call History  Settings ........................... 293
What to do if...  (Troubleshooting) ............ 303
5-10. Bluetooth
®
Bluetooth®......................... 307
5-11. Using the voice  command system
Voice command system .... 311 
     
        
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2315-1. Basic Operations
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Multimedia system
Steering wheel audio switches
Vo l u m e  s w i t c h• Press: Increases/decreases volume
• Press and hold: Continuously increases/decreases volume
Radio mode: • Press: Selects a radio station
• Press and hold: Seeks up/ down
CD, MP3/WMA disc, Bluetooth
®, iPod or USB mode:
• Press: Selects a track/file/song
• Press and hold: Fast-forward/rewind
“MODE” switch • Changes audio source
• Press and hold this switch to mute or pause the current operation To cancel the mute or pause, press and hold.
Some audio features can be c ontrolled using the switches on
the steering wheel.
Operation may differ depending on  the type of multimedia sys-
tem or navigation system. For details, refer to the manual pro-
vided with the multimedia system or navigation system.
Operating the multimedia system using the steering wheel
switches
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WARNING
■ To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.
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