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Driving
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Washer/wiper dual operation
The wipers will automatically 
operate a couple of times after
the washer squirts. 
If the headlights are on, the 
headlight cleaners will operate
once. 
And then, the headlight cleaners 
will operate every five times you
pull the lever. (if equipped)
■ The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when 
The engine switch is in the “ON” position (vehicles without smart entry & start 
system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart entry & start system). 
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays 
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the 
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
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WARNING
■ Caution regarding the use of washer fluid 
When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes 
warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This 
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■ When the windshield is dry 
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield. 
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty 
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over- 
heat. 
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked 
In this case, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized 
repairer, or any reliable repairer. 
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged. 
         
        
        
     
        
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3764-5. Using the driving support systems
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■Locking the rear differential 
The following systems do not operate w hen the rear differential is locked.  
It is normal operation for the ABS warning light, VSC OFF indicator (if 
equipped) and “TRC OFF” indicator (if equipped) to be on or for “TRC
TURNED OFF”/“TRC turned off” to be displayed on the multi-information dis- 
play (if equipped) at this time. 
•ABS 
• Brake assist (if equipped) 
• VSC (if equipped) 
• TRC/A-TRC (if equipped)
• Trailer Sway Control (if equipped) 
• Hill-start assist control (if equipped) 
• Downhill assist control (if equipped) 
■ Unlocking the rear differential 
If the rear differential lock indicator still flashes even after unlocking the rear 
differential, check the safety of the surrounding area and slightly turn the 
steering wheel in either direction while the vehicle is in motion. 
■ Automatic system cancelation of the rear differential lock system 
The rear differential lock is also unlocked in any of the following situations: 
● The front-wheel drive control switch is turned to H2 or H4 (4WD models) 
● The engine switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position (vehicles with- 
out smart entry & start system) or A CCESSORY or off (vehicles with smart 
entry & start system) 
■ After unlocking the rear differential 
Check that the indicator goes off.
WARNING
■ To avoid an accident 
Failure to observe the following precautions may result in an accident. 
● Do not use the rear differential lock system except when wheel spinning 
occurs in a ditch or on a slippery or rugged surface. Large steering effort 
and careful cornering control will be required. 
● Do not lock the rear differential until the wheels have stopped spinning. 
Otherwise, the vehicle may move in an unexpected direction when the dif- 
ferential lock is engaged, resulting in an accident. This may also lead to
possible damage to rear differential lock component parts. 
● Do not drive over 8 km/h (5 mph) when the differential is locked. 
● Do not keep driving with the rear differential lock switch on. 
         
        
        
     
        
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Stop & Start system (Smart Stop)
■Stopping the engine
Vehicles with automatic 
transmission 
While driving with the shift lever 
in D or S, depress the brake
pedal, and stop the vehicle.
The Stop & Start indicator will 
come on.
Vehicles with manual trans- 
mission 
Stop the vehicle with the clutch pedal fully depressed, shift the shift 
lever to N, and release the clutch pedal.
The Stop & Start indicator will come on. 
■Restarting the engine
Vehicles with automatic transmission 
Release the brake pedal.
The Stop & Start indicator will go off.
Vehicles with manual transmission 
Check that the shift lever is in N and depress the clutch pedal.
The Stop & Start indicator will go off.
: If equipped
The Stop & Start system stops and restarts the engine according 
to the brake pedal operation (automatic transmission) or clutch 
pedal operation (manual transmission) for stopping and starting 
the vehicle.
Stop & Start system operation 
         
        
        
     
        
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3974-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
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■ System malfunction 
In the following cases, have your vehicle checked by any authorized Toyota 
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. 
● The downhill assist control system indicator does not come on when the 
engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without smart entry & 
start system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with smart entry & start sys-
tem). 
● The downhill assist control system indicator does not come on when the 
“DAC” switch is pressed. 
● The slip indicator comes on.
WARNING
■When using downhill assist control system 
● Do not rely overmuch on the downhill assist control system. This function 
does not extend the vehicle’s performance limitations. Always thoroughly 
check the road conditions, and drive safely. 
● Vehicles with manual transmission: Drive in a low gear. Driving in a high 
gear when using downhill assist control system may cause the engine to 
stall, which may lose the brake effectiveness and lock the tires, resulting in 
an accident. 
● Vehicles with manual transmission: On a steep slope, use the engine brak- 
ing efficiently. If the vehicle is driven in N or with the clutch pedal 
depressed on a steep slope, the load on the brake increases and con-
trolling the vehicle speed may be impossible, resulting in an accident. 
■ The system may not operate on the following surfaces, which may lead 
to an accident causing death or serious injury 
● Slippery surfaces such as wet or muddy roads 
● Icy surface 
● Unpaved roads 
         
        
        
     
        
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3984-5. Using the driving support systems
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) system
◆Regeneration 
Regeneration is performed as necessary in accordance with driving 
conditions.
◆System characteristics 
The DPF system has the following characteristics: 
● Idle speed increases during regeneration 
● The smell of the exhaust gas differs from that of a conventional 
diesel vehicle 
● White smoke may be emitted from the exhaust pipe during 
regeneration. However, this does not indicate a malfunction. 
● If the DPF system warning light turns on (vehicles without multi- 
information display) or the DPF system warning message “DPF 
FULL MANUAL REGENERATION REQUIRED SEE OWNER’S
MANUAL”/“DPF full Manual regeneration required See owner’s 
manual” appears on the display (vehicles with multi-information dis- 
play), follow the procedure below to regenerate. 
Stop the vehicle in a safe place. 
Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or N (manual 
transmission), and firmly set the parking brake.
Do not stop the engine.  
Also, make sure that there are no  flammable materials near the exhaust 
pipe. ( P. 401) 
Check the engine is warmed up. If the engine is cold, warm up the engine 
by depressing the accelerator pedal.*1
: If equipped
When the deposit collected by the filter reaches a predetermined 
amount, it is automatically regenerated.
DPF system failure warning
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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 
         
        
        
     
        
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5226-4. Using the other interior features
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When the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles with- 
out smart entry & start system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with 
smart entry & start system), the red indicator light will illuminate for 10 
seconds and then the green indicator light will illuminate, indicating 
that the system is enabled. The indicator lights indicate the following: 
● If the green indicator light illuminates and stays on, the system is 
enabled. 
● If the green indicator light flashes twice per second, an automatic or 
manual Emergency Call is being made. 
● If no indicator lights illuminate, the system is not enabled. 
● If the red indicator light illuminates at any time other than immedi- 
ately after the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles
without smart entry & start system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehi- 
cles with smart entry & start system), the system may be malfunc- 
tioning or the backup battery may be depleted. 
● If the red indicator light blinks for approximately 30 seconds during 
an Emergency Call, the call has been disconnected or the cellular 
network signal is weak.
The service life of the backup battery does not exceed 3 years.
A test mode is provided for to check the performance of the Emer- 
gency Call system. To test the device, contact any authorized Toyota 
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Indicator lights
Device test mode 
         
        
        
     
        
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7-1. Maintenance and care 
Cleaning and protecting  
the vehicle exterior .......... 526 
Cleaning and protecting  
the vehicle interior ........... 529 
7-2. Maintenance 
Maintenance  
requirements.................... 532 
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance 
Do-it-yourself service  
precautions ...................... 535 
Hood .................................. 537 
Engine compartment.......... 539 
Tires ................................... 558 
Tire inflation pressure ........ 561 
Wheels ............................... 563 
Air conditioning filter .......... 565 
Wireless remote control/ 
electronic key battery....... 567 
Checking and  
replacing fuses ................ 570 
Light bulbs ......................... 575