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1High-beam headlights on, arrow 
1.
The high-beam headlights are illumi-
nated when the low-beam headlights 
are switched on.
2High-beam headlights off/head-
light flasher, arrow 2.
Do not use the wipers on a dry 
windscreen, otherwise the wiper 
blades will wear or become dam-
aged more quickly.Press the lever upwards until the 
desired position is reached.
Rest position of the wipers, posi-
tion 0.
Rain sensor, position 1.
Normal wiper speed, position 2.
When the vehicle is at a standstill, the 
wipers switch to intermittent operation.
Fast wiper speed, position 3.
When the vehicle is at a standstill, the 
wipers switch to normal speed.
If a journey is interrupted with the 
wiper system switched on: when 
the journey is resumed, the wipers 
continue operating at the previously 
set level.
Wiper system
General
Safety notes
WARNING
If the wipers start moving when they 
are folded away from the windscreen, 
parts of the body may become 
trapped or the vehicle may be dam-
aged. There is a danger of injury or 
damage to property. Make sure that 
the vehicle is switched off when the 
wipers are folded away from the wind-
screen, and that the wipers are in 
contact with the windscreen when 
switching on.
NOTICE
If the wipers are frozen to the wind-
screen, switching them on may cause 
the wiper blades to tear off and the 
wiper motor to overheat. There is a 
danger of damage to property. Defrost 
the windscreen before switching on 
the wipers.
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Turn the knurled wheel to set the 
sensitivity of the rain sensor.
Upwards: high sensitivity of the rain 
sensor.
Downwards: low sensitivity of the 
rain sensor.Pull the lever.
Fluid from the washer fluid reser-
voir is sprayed onto the windscreen 
and the wipers are operated briefly.
The windscreen washer jets are 
automatically heated when standby 
state is switched on.
In the fold-out position, the wipers 
can be folded away from the wind-
screen.
This is important, for example for 
replacing the wiper blades or fold-
ing them away from the windscreen 
in the event of frost. Setting the sensitivity of the rain 
sensor
Windscreen washer
Safety notes
WARNING
At low temperatures, the washer fluid 
can freeze onto the windscreen and 
restrict visibility. There is a danger of 
accidents. Only use the washer sys-
tems if there is no possibility of the 
washer fluid freezing. Use antifreeze 
if required.
NOTICE
If the washer fluid reservoir is empty, 
the washer pump cannot operate as 
intended. There is a danger of dam-
age to property. Do not use the 
washer system with the washer fluid 
reservoir empty.
To clean the windscreen
Windscreen washer jets
Fold-out position of the wip-
ers
Principle
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1Switch on standby state.
2Press wiper lever down and hold 
until the wipers stop in an 
approximately vertical position.3Lift the wipers completely away 
from the windscreen.
After folding the wipers in, the wiper 
system must be reactivated.
1Folding in the wipers completely 
onto the windscreen.
2Switch on standby state and 
press and hold the wiper lever 
down again.
3The wipers move back to the 
rest position and are operational 
once again.
The Automatic transmission com-
bines the functions of changing 
gear manually if required. Safety notes
WARNING
If the wipers start moving when they 
are folded away from the windscreen, 
parts of the body may become 
trapped or the vehicle may be dam-
aged. There is a danger of injury or 
damage to property. Make sure that 
the vehicle is switched off when the 
wipers are folded away from the wind-
screen, and that the wipers are in 
contact with the windscreen when 
switching on.
NOTICE
If the wipers are frozen to the wind-
screen, switching them on may cause 
the wiper blades to tear off and the 
wiper motor to overheat. There is a 
danger of damage to property. Defrost 
the windscreen before switching on 
the wipers.
Folding out the wipers
Folding in the wipers
Automatic transmission
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1Pull the lever, arrow 1.
The bonnet is released.
2After releasing the lever, pull the 
lever again, arrow 2.
The bonnet is opened.
Bonnet
Safety notes
WARNING
Incorrectly performed work in the 
engine compartment can damage 
components and lead to a safety risk. 
There is a danger of accidents or 
damage to property. Have work in the 
engine compartment undertaken by 
any authorized Toyota retailer or 
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reli-
able repairer.
WARNING
The engine compartment contains 
moving components. Certain compo-
nents in the engine compartment can 
also move when the vehicle is 
switched off, for example the radiator 
fan. There is a danger of injury. Do 
not reach into an area where there 
are moving parts. Keep articles of 
clothing and hair away from moving 
parts.
WARNING
The bonnet has protruding parts on 
the inside, for example locking hooks. 
There is a danger of injury. When the 
bonnet is open, watch out for protrud-
ing parts and keep these areas clear.
WARNING
If the bonnet is not correctly locked, it 
can come open during the journey 
and impair visibility. There is a danger 
of accidents. Stop immediately and 
close the bonnet correctly.
WARNING
Parts of the body can become 
trapped when opening and closing 
the bonnet. There is a danger of 
injury. When opening and closing, 
make sure that the area of movement 
of the bonnet is kept clear.
NOTICE
When wipers are folded away from 
the windscreen, they can be trapped 
when the bonnet is opened. There is 
a danger of damage to property. 
Before opening the bonnet, make 
sure that the wipers with wiper blades 
fitted are in contact with the wind-
screen.
NOTICE
When closing, the bonnet must lock 
into place on both sides. Applying 
additional pressure can damage the 
bonnet. There is a danger of damage 
to property. Open the bonnet again 
and close it firmly. Avoid applying 
additional pressure.
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This chapter describes all standard, 
country-specific and special equip-
ment available for the model series. 
It may therefore describe equip-
ment and functions which are not 
installed in your vehicle, for exam-
ple on account of the optional 
equipment selected or the country 
specification. This also applies to 
safety-relevant functions and sys-
tems. Please comply with the rele-
vant laws and regulations when 
using the corresponding functions 
and systems.
The on-board tool kit is located on 
the right in the boot, under a cover.
Unlock the cover on the right-hand 
side trim, arrow 1, and open, arrow 
2.1To replace the wiper blades, 
move the wipers to the fold-out 
position, see page 142.
2Lift the wipers completely away 
from the windscreen.
Replacing parts
Vehicle equipment
On-board tool kit
Wiper blades
Safety notes
NOTICE
The windscreen may sustain damage 
if a wiper falls onto it without the wiper 
blade fitted. There is a danger of 
damage to property. Hold the wiper 
firmly when changing the wiper blade. 
Do not fold in or switch on the wiper 
without a wiper blade installed.
NOTICE
When wipers are folded away from 
the windscreen, they can be trapped 
when the bonnet is opened. There is 
a danger of damage to property. 
Before opening the bonnet, make 
sure that the wipers with wiper blades 
fitted are in contact with the wind-
screen.
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Supra Owner's ManualAlphabetical Index
Part replacement .......................... 326
Particle filter, see Exhaust gas parti-
cle filter ....................................... 267
Parts and accessories ..................... 7
Pedestrian protection, active ...... 190
Person warning with City light brak-
ing function................................. 198
Personal profile, see Driver profiles
....................................................... 86
Petrol ............................................. 307
Petrol grade .................................. 308
Petrol particle filter, see Exhaust gas 
particle filter................................ 267
Place for children ......................... 109
Plastic parts, care......................... 353
Positioning, vehicle position ......... 63
Power display, see Sport displays
..................................................... 167
Power failure ................................. 329
Power window switches ................ 93
Pressure Monitor, see Tyre Pressure 
Monitor ........................................ 290
Pressure, tyres ............................. 278
Prevention of rear collision ......... 211
Printed on-board literature ............ 18
Profiles, see Driver profiles ........... 86
Protection function, windows, see 
Anti-trap mechanism ................... 94
R
Racing track driving ..................... 271
Radiator fan, see Exhaust gas parti-
cle filter ....................................... 267
Radio remote control, see Remote 
control ........................................... 74
Rain sensor ................................... 141
Rear collision warning, see Preven-
tion of rear collision ................... 211
Rear fog light ................................ 176
Rear fog light, see Bulbs and lights
..................................................... 327
Rear light, see Bulbs and lights .. 327
Rear-view camera, without Sur-
round View .................................. 242Rear-view mirror, automatic-dim . 105
Recirculating air filter, see Microfil-
ter/activated carbon filter .......... 255
Recommended makes of tyre ...... 282
Recycling ....................................... 318
Refuelling ...................................... 276
Remedying flat tyres .................... 284
Remote control of the vehicle, 
replacing the battery .................... 77
Remote control, additional ............ 78
Remote control, integrated key ..... 79
Remote control, loss ...................... 78
Remote control, malfunction ......... 78
Remote control, opening/closing .. 74
Replacement of parts ................... 326
Replacement of wheels/tyres ...... 282
Replacement wheel, see Emergency 
wheel ........................................... 303
Replacing bulbs, see Bulbs and 
lights ............................................ 327
Replacing LEDs, see Bulbs and 
lights ............................................ 327
Replacing light-emitting diodes, see 
Bulbs and lights ......................... 327
Replacing lights, see Bulbs and 
lights ............................................ 327
Replacing parts ............................. 326
Replacing the battery, remote con-
trol of the vehicle.......................... 77
Replacing the wiper blades ......... 326
RES CNCL button, see Adaptive 
Cruise Control ............................ 225
RES CNCL button, see Cruise Con-
trol................................................ 222
Reset, Tyre Pressure Monitor TPM
..................................................... 293
Restraint systems for children, see 
Carrying children safely ............ 109
Retreaded tyres............................. 283
Reuse, recycling ........................... 318
Reversing light, replacing Bulbs, see 
Bulbs and lights ......................... 327
Revolution counter ....................... 157
Right-hand traffic, light setting ... 176
Rim cleaner, light alloy wheels .... 352