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Shift the shift lever to “M” position from “D” position.

+: Upshift (push and release)

-: Downshift (pull and release)
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill. For
best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift lever
in the “D” position.
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
M“M” mode
* The engine switch must be in the “IGNITION ON” mode and the brake pedal depressed to shift from Park.
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in different modes, or turned
OFF.
Shift position linked door locking/unlocking function
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
Speed linked door locking function
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph (20 km/h).
Driver’s door linked door unlocking function
-Doors unlock when the driver’s door is opened.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
+ (“M” mode)
- (“M” mode)
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
“M” MODE
Auto lock/unlock
Automatic transmission
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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
Push
Turn
When the steering lock cannot be released, “Push Engine Switch while Turning
Steering Wheel in Either Direction” will be displayed on the multi-information
display. Check that the shift lever is in P. Press the engine switch shortly and firmly
while turning the steering wheel left and right.
Steering lock release
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
Angle
Lock release lever
NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Length
Tilt & telescopic steering wheel
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USB media port
Connecting a compatible device and cable into the USB media port will support
charging and music playback through the audio multimedia system.
Power supply switch
Charge area
Operation indicator light
Qi Wireless charger (if equipped)
A mobile device can be charged wirelessly on the tray. Push the tab and slide the
console box lid. (1) Press the power supply switch and the green operation
indicator light turns on. (2) Place a compatible mobile device on the tray as shown
in the illustration. An amber indicator illuminates while charging is in progress.
When charging is complete, the indicator illuminates green. Some phones, cases or
cover type wireless chargers may not cause the green indicator to illuminate even
though it is fully charged.
The engine switch must be in the “ACCESSORY” or ”IGNITION ON” mode for use.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for limitations and more details on this system before
attempting to use it.
Press (1)
When the engine is turned off, the last state (ON/
OFF) of the charger is memorized.
Place device nearest the center of charging area for
best results. Moving device may result in stopping
or restarting the charging process.
Place (2)
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
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OVERVIEW
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
Power outlets- 12V DC
Power outlets- 120V AC (if equipped)
The engine switch must be in the “ACCESSORY” or “IGNITION ON” mode for use.
The engine switch must be in the “ACCESSORY” or “IGNITION ON” mode for use.
The engine switch must be in the “IGNITION ON” mode for use.
FrontCenter console
RearFront
USB charge-ports
(Charge only)
(Charge only)
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Seat heaters/ventilators
* 12.3-inch display only
Driver and passenger seat heaters -
8-inch display
Seat heaters
Driver and passenger seat heaters -
12.3-inch display Driver and passenger seat ventilators -
8-inch display
Ventilators Driver and passenger seat ventilators -
12.3-inch display
FRONT - FRONT A/C CONTROL PANEL (IF EQUIPPED)
FRONT - TOYOTA MULTI-OPERATION TOUCH* (IF EQUIPPED)
REAR (SEAT HEATERS ONLY) (IF EQUIPPED)
The engine switch must be in the “IGNITION ON” mode for use.
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
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OVERVIEW
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
Steering wheel-Heater (if equipped)
The engine switch must be in the “IGNITION ON” mode for use.
* Premium Audio/12.3-inch display model
This feature utilizes the vehicle’s built-in microphone to amplify the driver’s voice
through the rear speakers. The feature must be turned on every time you enter the
vehicle, and automatically turns off when any door (including the liftgate) is opened.
There are 7 volume settings.
To activate:
(1) Select “MENU” on the Audio Multimedia System and then select “Setup”.
(2) Select “Driver Easy Speak” from “Audio” screen.
Driver Easy Speak*
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FEATURES & OPERATIONSRear view monitor system
(if equipped)
The rear view monitor system displays an image of the view from the bumper of
the rear area of the vehicle. The camera for the rear view monitor system is located
above the license plate.
To adjust the image on the rear view monitor screen, press the “MENU” button and
select “Display”. Select “Camera” to adjust the screen contrast and brightness.
Refer to the Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual for limitations and
more details on this system.
Refer to section PKSB (Parking Support Brake function) in the Owner’s Manual for
limitations and more details. The Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automated Braking consists of the following
functions that operate when driving at a low speed or backing up, such as when
parking. When the system determines that the possibility of a collision with a
detected object is high, a warning operates to urge the driver to take evasive
action. If the system determines that the possibility of a collision with a detected
object is extremely high, the brakes are automatically applied to help avoid the
collision or help reduce the impact of the collision.
CHANGE SETTINGS
Use “” or “” and “” of the meter control switches to select “” and
“
” in the Multi-Information Display (MID) to change settings. The system will
continue in the last state it was in (ON or OFF) when the engine is started again.
Front and Rear Parking Assist with
Automated Braking
(if equipped)
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OVERVIEW
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
The Stop & Start Engine System stops and restarts the engine according to the
brake pedal operation and other operations when the vehicle is stopped.
Stopping and restarting the engine
While driving with the shift lever in
D, depress the brake pedal, and
stop the vehicle. The engine will stop
automatically.
To restart the engine, release the brake
pedal. The engine will start automatically.
Disabling the Stop & Start Engine System
Press the Stop & Start Engine System
cancel switch to disable the system.
Stop & Start Engine System (if equipped)
If the engine is stopped by the Stop & Start Engine System when the vehicle is
on an incline, brake force is temporarily maintained to prevent rolling backwards
until the engine is restarted and drive force is generated.
When drive force is generated, the maintained brake force is automatically
canceled.
Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for limitations and more details on this system before
attempting to use it.
HILL-START ASSIST CONTROL (HAC)
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