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1-3. Child Restraint
Even if the front passenger air bag is shut off, Toyota strongly recom-
mends that children be properly restrained and child-restraint systems
of all kinds are properly secured on the rear seats which are the best
place for children.
For more details, refer to “Front passenger occupant classification
sensor” ( →P. 78).
Your Toyota is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of spe-
cially designed LATCH child-restraint systems in the rear seats. When using
these anchors to secure a child-restraint system, refer to “Using LATCH
Lower Anchor” (→P. 57).
WARNING
■Use the correct size child-restraint system
For effective protection in vehicle accidents and sudden stops, a child must
be properly restrained using a seat belt or child-restraint system depending
on age and size. If not, the child could be seriously injured or even killed in
an accident.
■ Follow the manufacturer’s instru ctions and always keep the child-
restraint system buckled down
An unsecured child-restraint system is dangerous. In a sudden stop or a
collision it could move causing serious injury or death to the child or other
occupants. Make sure any child-restraint system is properly secured in
place according to the child-restraint system manufacturer’s instructions.
When not in use, remove it from the vehicle or fasten it with a seat belt, or
latch it down to BOTH LATCH lower anchors for LATCH child-restraint sys-
tems and the corresponding tether anchor.
■ Always secure a child in a proper child-restraint system
Holding a child in your arms while the vehicle is moving is extremely dan-
gerous. No matter how strong the person may be, he or she cannot hold
onto a child in a sudden stop or collision and it could result in serious injury
or death to the child or other occupants. Even in a moderate accident, the
child may be exposed to air bag forces that could result in serious injury or
death to the child, or the child may be slammed into an adult, causing injury
to both child and adult.

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1-4. SRS Air Bags
◆Curtain Air Bags
The curtain air bags are mounted in the front and rear window pil-
lars, and the roof edge along both sides.
When the air bag crash sensors detect a side impact of greater
than moderate force, the curtain ai r bag inflates quickly and helps to
reduce injury mainly to the rear outboard passenger’s head caused
by directly hitting interior pa rts such as a door or window.
For more details about air bag depl oyment, refer to “SRS Air Bag
Deployment Criteria” ( →P. 7 4 ) .
In a side impact
Greater than moderate impact to on e side of the vehicle will cause
the curtain air bag on that side only to inflate.
Only one side curtain air bag
will deploy on the side of the
vehicle that receives the force
of an impact.
In a roll-over
In response to a vehicle roll-over, both curtain air bags inflate.
Both curtain air bags will deploy
after the roll-over accident is
detected.

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892-1. Keys
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Before Driving
●The keyless entry system operation may vary due to local conditions.
● The keyless entry system is fully operational (door/trunk lid lock/unlock)
when the ignition is switched off. The system does not operate if the ignition
is switched to any position other than off.
● If the key does not operate when pressing a button or the operational range
becomes too small, the battery may be dead. To install a new battery, refer
to Key Battery Replacement ( →P. 436).
● Additional keys can be obtained at your Toyota dealer. Up to 6 keys can be
used with the keyless functions per vehicle. Bring all keys to your Toyota
dealer when additional keys are required.
Operation indicator light
Operation buttons
The operation indicator light
flashes when the buttons are
pressed.
● Battery life is about one year. Replace
the battery with a new one if the KEY
indicator light (green) flashes in the com-
bination meter. Replacing the battery
about once a year is recommended
because the KEY warning light/indicator
light may not illuminate or flash depend-
ing on the rate of battery depletion.
NOTICE
Radio equipment like this is governed by laws in the United States.
Changes or modifications not expre ssly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Smart Key
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952-2. Door and Locks
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Before Driving
WARNING
■Always take all children and pets with you or leave a responsible per-
son with them
Leaving a child or a pet unattended in a parked vehicle is dangerous. In hot
weather, temperatures inside a vehicle can become high enough to cause
brain damage or even death.
■ Do not leave the key in your vehicl e with children and keep them in a
place where your children will not find or play with them
Leaving children in a vehicle with the key is dangerous. This could result in
someone being badly injured or even killed.
■ Keep all doors locked when driving
Unlocked doors in a moving vehicle are dangerous. Passengers can fall ou\
t
if a door is accidentally opened and can more easily be thrown out in an
accident.
■ Always close all the windows, lock th e doors and take the key with you
when leaving your vehicle unattended
Leaving your vehicle unlocked is dangerous as children could lock them-
selves in a hot vehicle, which could result in death. Also, a vehicle left
unlocked becomes an easy target for thieves and intruders.
■ After closing the doors, always ver ify that they are securely closed
Doors not securely closed are dangerous, if the vehicle is driven with a door
not securely closed, the door could open unexpectedly resulting in an acci-
dent.
■ Always confirm the safety around th e vehicle before opening a door
Suddenly opening a door is dangerous.
A passing vehicle or a pedestrian could be hit and cause an accident.
■ When opening or closing a door
Always confirm the conditions around the vehicle before opening/closing
the doors and use caution during strong winds or when parked on an
incline. Not being aware of the conditions around the vehicle is dangerous
because fingers could get caught in the door or a passing pedestrian could
be hit, resulting in an unexpected accident or injury.

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2-6. Windows
Power Windows
The windows can be opened/closed by operating the power window
switches.
When driving with only one of the rear windows open, your ears might experi-
ence a resonating sound. However, this does not indicate a problem. The
sound can be reduced by slightly opening a front window or by changing the
size of the rear window opening.
WARNING
■ Make sure the opening is clear before closing a window
Closing a power window is dangerous . A person’s hands, head, or even
neck could be caught by the window and result in serious injury or even
death. This warning applies especially to children.
■ Never allow children to play with power window switches
Power window switches that are not locked with the power window lock
switch would allow children to operate power windows unintentionally,
which could result in serious injury if a child’s hands, head or neck becomes
caught by the window.
■ Make sure nothing blocks the window just before it reaches the fully
closed position or while holding up the power window switch
Blocking the power window just before it reaches the fully closed position or
while holding up the power window switch is dangerous.
In this case, the jam-safe function cannot prevent the window from closing
all the way. If fingers are caught, serious injuries could occur.

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2-7. Security System
Immobilizer System
If someone attempts to start the engine with an unrecognized key, the
engine will not start, thereby helping to prevent vehicle theft.
If you have a problem with the immobilizer system or the key, consult
your Toyota dealer.
● The keys carry a unique electronic code. For this reason, and to assure your
safety, obtaining a replacement key requires some waiting time. They are
only available through your Toyota dealer.
● Always keep a spare key in case one is lost. If a key is lost, consult your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
● If you lose a key, your Toyota dealer will reset the electronic codes of your
remaining keys and immobilizer system. Bring all the remaining keys to your
Toyota dealer to reset.
Starting the vehicle with a key that has not been reset is not possible.
The immobilizer system allows th e engine to start only with a
key the system recognizes.
NOTICE
● Radio equipment like this is governed by laws in the United States.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
● To avoid damage to the key, do not:
• Drop the key.
• Get the key wet.
• Expose the key to any kind of magnetic field.
• Expose the key to high temperatures on places such as the dashboard
or hood, under direct sunlight.
● If the engine does not start with the correct key, and the security indicator
light keeps illuminating or flashing, the system may have a malfunction.
Consult your Toyota dealer.

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1613-3. Transaxle
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When Driving
The gear shift indicator supports you to obtain optimum fuel economy
and smooth driving. It displays the selected gear position in the com-
bination meter as well as notifies the driver to change to the most suit-
able gear position corresponding to the actual driving condition.
Selected gear position
Suitable gear position
The gear shift indicator turns off when the following operations are performed.
●The vehicle is stopped.
● The vehicle is put in neutral.
● The vehicle is driven in reverse.
● The clutch is not fully engaged when accelerating from a stop.
● The clutch pedal remains depressed for 2 seconds or longer while driving.
NOTICE
●Keep your foot off the clutch pedal except when shifting gears. Also, do
not use the clutch to hold the vehicle on an upgrade. Riding the clutch will
cause needless clutch wear and damage.
● Do not apply any excessive lateral force to the shift lever when changing
from 5th to 4th gear. This could lead to the accidental selection of 2nd
gear, which could result in damage to the transaxle.
● Make sure the vehicle comes to a complete stop before shifting to R. Shift-
ing to R while the vehicle is still moving may damage the transaxle.
Gear Shift Indicator
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IndicationCondition
NumeralThe selected gear position is displayed.
and numeralShift up or down to the indicated gear position is rec-
ommended.

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3-6. ABS/TCS/DSC
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When Driving
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
The driver will feel a slight vibration in the brake pedal and may hear a
chattering noise from the brake system. This is normal ABS system
operation. Continue to depress the brake pedal without pumping the
brakes.
The warning light turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights on P. 157.
● Braking distances may be longer on loose surfaces (snow or gravel, for
example) which usually have a hard foundation. A vehicle with a normal
braking system may require less distance to stop under these conditions
because the tires will build up a wedge of surface layer when the wheels\
skid.
● The sound of the ABS operating may be heard when starting the engine or
immediately after starting the vehicle, however, it does not indicate a mal-
function.
The ABS control unit continuously monitors the speed of each
wheel. If one wheel is about to lock up, the ABS responds by
automatically releasing and reapplying that wheel’s brake.
WARNING
■ Do not rely on ABS as a substitute for safe driving
The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving, excessive
speed, tailgating (following another vehicle too closely), driving on ic\
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snow, and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of
water on the road surface). You can still have an accident.