
250 2-4. Using other driving systems
■Reduced effectiveness of the EPS system
The effectiveness of the EPS system is reduced to prevent the s ystem from
overheating when there is frequent steering input over an exten ded period of
time.  The  steering  wheel  may  feel  heavy  as  a  result.  Should  thi s  occur,
refrain from excessive steering input or stop the vehicle and turn the engine
off. The EPS system should return to normal after a little whil e.
■ Automatic deactivatio n of “TRACK” mode
Vehicles without a smart key system 
When  the  engine  switch  is  turned  to  “LOCK”  position  after  drivi ng  in
“TRACK” mode, the mode is automatically deactivated.
Vehicles with a smart key system
When  the  “ENGINE  START  STOP”  switch  is  turned  off  after  driving  in
“TRACK” mode, the mode is automatically deactivated.
WARNING
■ The ABS does not operate effectively when
●Tires  with  inadequate  gripping  ability  are  used  (such  as  excess ively  worn
tires on a snow covered road).
● The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads.
■ Stopping  distance  when  the ABS  is  operating  may  exceed  that  of  nor-
mal conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always
maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you in the following situ-
ations:
● When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
● When driving with tire chains
● When driving over bumps in the road
● When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces 

264 2-5. Driving information
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 ca use death or
serious injury.
●Use  tires  of  the  specified  size,  and  that  are  the  same  size,  same
maker, same brand and tread pattern. 
●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.
NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request  repairs  or  replacement  of  snow  tires  from  Toyota  dealers  or
legitimate tire retailers.
This  is  because  the  removal  and  a ttachment  of  snow  tires  affects  the
operation of the tire pressure wa rning valves and transmitters.
■Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not funct ion cor-
rectly when tire chains are fitted. 

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■When to replace your vehicle’s tires
Tires should be replaced if:
●The treadwear indicators are showing on a tire.
●You  have  tire  damage  such  as  c
uts,  splits,  cracks  deep  enough  to
expose the fabric or bulges  indicating internal damage
●A  tire  goes  flat  repeatedly  or  cannot  be  properly  repaired  due  to  the
size or location of a cut or other damage
If you are not sure, consul t with your Toyota dealer.
■Replacing tires and wheels
If the ID code of the tire pressure warning valve and transmitt er  is  not
registered, the tire pressure w arning system will not work prop erly. After
driving  for  about  20  minutes,  t he  tire  pressure  warning  light  c omes  on
after blinking for 1  minute to indicate  a system malfunction.
■Tire life
Any tire over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified techni cian even
if they have seldom or never b een used or damage is not obvious.
■If the tread wears down below  0.16 in. (4 mm) on snow tires
The effectiveness of snow tires is lost.
■Low profile tires
Generally,  low  profile  tires  will  wear  more  rapidly  and  tire  gr ip  perfor-
mance  will  be  reduced  on  snowy  and /or  icy  roads  when  compared  to
standard tires. Be sure to use snow tires or tire chains on sno wy and/or
icy roads and drive carefully at a speed appropriate for road a nd weather
conditions. 

404 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■If the tire pressure warning system is inoperative
The tire pressure warning system will be disabled in the follow ing condi-
tions:
(When the condition becomes normal, the system will work proper ly.)
●If  tires  not  equipped  with  tire  pressure  warning  valves  and  transmit-
ters are used.
●If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmit ters is
not registered in the tire  pressure warning computer.
●If the tire inflation pressure i s 55 psi (380 kPa, 3.87 kgf/cm2 or bar) or
higher.
The tire pressure warning system  may be disabled in the following condi-
tions:
(When the condition becomes normal, the system will work proper ly.)
●If electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies
are nearby.
●If a radio set at similar frequen cies is in use in the vehicle.
●If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is install ed.
●If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the
wheels or wheel housings.
●If  non-genuine  Toyota  wheels  are  used.  (Even  if  you  use  Toyota
wheels, the tire pressure warning system may not work properly  with
some types of tires.)
●If tire chains are used.
●If  a  large  metallic  object  which  can  interfere  with  signal  reception  is
put in the trunk.
■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after bl inking
for approximately one minute 
If  the  tire  pressure  warning  light  frequently  comes  on  after  bl inking  for
approximately  one  minute  when  the  “ENGINE  START  STOP”  switch  is
turned to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system) o r the
engine switch is turned to the  “ON” position (vehicles without  a smart key
system), have it checked your Toyota dealer. 

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Alphabetical index
Spare tire
Inflation pressure .................. 468
Storage location ................... 425
Spark plug................................ 464
Specifications .......................... 458
Speedometer ........................... 191
Steering Column lock release ............... 67
Steering wheel Adjustment ............................. 67
Audio switches ..................... 287
Meter control switches.......... 208
Storage feature ........................ 291
Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck................................... 453
Sun visors ................................ 296
Switch
Audio remote control switches ............................. 287
“DISP” switch........................ 203
Driving pattern selector  switch ................................. 180
Emergency flasher switch .... 384
Engine switch ..............  166, 175
Fog light switch..................... 228
Hazard light switch ............... 384
Ignition switch ............... 166, 175
“km/h MPH” switch ............... 191
Light switches ....................... 222
Meter control switches.......... 208
“ODO/TRIP” switch....... 202, 208
Power door lock  switch ................................... 43
Power window switch ............. 72
“TRACK” switch .................... 247
Transmission shift  switches ..................... 181, 183
VSC/TRAC off  switch ......................... 246, 247
Window lock switch ................ 72
Wiper and washer 
switch ................................. 229 Tachometer
Tachometer ...........................191
Tail lights Switch....................................222
Theft deterrent system
Alarm .......................................82
Engine immobilizer system .....79
Theft prevention labels..............86
Tire inflation pressure .............468
Tire information Glossary ................................480
Size .......................................477
Tire identification number ......476
Uniform tire quality 
grading ................................478
Tires Chains ...................................263
Checking ...............................345
Compact spare tire ................425
If you have a flat tire ..............425
Inflation pressure...................353
Inflation pressure sensor .......345
Information ............................474
Replacing ..............................425
Rotating tires .........................345
Size .......................................468
Snow tires .............................261
Spare tire...............................425
Tire pressure warning 
system ................................400
Tools .........................................425
Towing Dinghy towing........................266
Emergency towing.................386
TRAC .........................................245
“TRACK” mode ......... ...............247
Traction control........................245T