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4-2. Driving procedures
Driving
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Parking brake
Sets the parking brake
Fully pull the parking brake while
depressing the brake pedal.
At this time, the parking brake indi-
cator light will come on.
Releases the parking brake
Slightly raise the lever and lower it
completely while pressing the but-
ton.
At this time, the parking brake indi-
cator light will go off.
■ Parking the vehicle
P. 255
■ Parking brake engaged warning buzzer
P. 639
■ Usage in winter time
P. 438
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NOTICE
■Before driving
Fully release the parking brake.
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake
wear.
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5236-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
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■ Air conditioning system operations when the engine is stopped due to
the Stop & Start system (vehicles with Stop & Start system)
When the engine is stopped due to Stop & Start system operations, the man-
ual air conditioning cooling, heating and dehumidification functions turn off.
To stop the air conditioning system from turning off, press the Stop & Start
cancel switch and refrain from using the Stop & Start system.
■ An odor comes from the air conditioning system due to the Stop & Start
system operation (vehicles with Stop & Start system)
When the engine is stopped due to Stop & Start system operations, an odor
caused by moisture may be detected. This does not indicate a malfunction.
■ Air conditioning filter
P. 597
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■Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and
the ambient conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow
immediately after is pressed.
■ Fogging up of the windows
● The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.
Turning on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the wind-
shield effectively.
● If you turn off, the windows may fog up more easily.
● The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
■ When driving on dusty roads
Close all windows. If dust thrown up by the vehicle is still drawn into the vehi-
cle after closing the windows, it is recommended that the air intake mode be
set to outside air mode and the fan speed to any setting except off.
■ Outside/recirculated air mode
● Setting to the recirculated air mode temporarily is recommended in prevent-
ing dirty air from entering the vehicle interior and helping to cool the vehicle
when the outside air temperature is high.
● Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the
temperature setting or the inside temperature.
■ Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode (if equipped)
● In Eco drive mode, the air conditioning system is controlled as follows to pri-
oritize fuel efficiency:
• Engine speed and compressor operation controlled to restrict heating/
cooling capacity
• Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected
● To improve air conditioning performance, perform the following operations.
• Adjust the fan speed
• Turn off Eco drive mode
• Adjust the temperature setting
■ When the outside temperature falls to nearly 0°C (32°F)
The dehumidification function may not operate even when is pressed.
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5326-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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■ Ventilation and air conditioning odors
● To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.
● During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into
and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to
be emitted from the vents.
● To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• For some models: The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a
short period of time immediately after the air conditioning system is
started in automatic mode.
■ Air conditioning system operations when the engine is stopped due to
the Stop & Start system (vehicles with Stop & Start system)
When the engine is stopped due to Stop & Start system operations, the
automatic air conditioning cooling, heating and dehumidification functions
turn off and the fan speed is decreased according to the outside tempera-
ture etc. or air blowing stops. To stop the air conditioning system from turn-
ing off, press the Stop & Start cancel switch and refrain from using the Stop
& Start system.
■ An odor comes from the air conditioning system due to the Stop & Start
system operation (vehicles with Stop & Start system)
When the engine is stopped due to Stop & Start system operations, an odor
caused by moisture may be detected. This does not indicate a malfunction.
■ Air conditioning filter
P. 597
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Heated steering wheel/seat heaters
: If equipped
Heated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips of the
steering wheel and seats, respectively.
WARNING
● Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories
comes in contact with the steering wheel and seats when the heater is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-
lenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Observe the following precautions to prevent minor burns or overheating:
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat
heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE
● Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
● To prevent battery discharge, do not use the functions when the engine is
not running.
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*: The shape of the auxiliary box may differ depending on the grade, etc.
●Air conditioning-linked temperature regulation function (type A) (if
equipped):
By introducing air from the air conditioning system into the auxiliary box,
canned drinks etc. can be kept hot or cold. However, as the temperature
inside the auxiliary box will become the same as the temperature of the air
flowing from the air conditioning sy stem, extreme heating and cooling are
not possible. In high humidity condition, be careful of objects inside the aux-
iliary box, as condensation may form.
● Using the air conditioning-linked temperature regulation function (type A) (if
equipped):
Allow the air conditioning system to operate, and use or to
select either or . ( P. 518, 527)
Adjust the temperature. ( P. 518, 526)
Type G (if equipped)
Open the air intake lid inside the aux-
iliary box.
To blow a large amount of air into the
auxiliary box, close the passenger
side vent. ( P. 521, 530)
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6788-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If your vehicle overheats
●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (P. 142)
enters the red zone or a loss of engine power is experienced. (For
example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning sys-
tem, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled down sufficiently, inspect the hoses and
radiator core (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact any
authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or
any reliable repairer.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures
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734Alphabetical index
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Child safety ................................ 66
Airbag precautions .................. 49
Battery precautions ....... 581, 676
Child restraint system ............. 67
How your child should
wear the seat belt ................. 44
Installing child restraints.... 92, 95
Power window lock
switch.................................. 249
Power window precautions ... 251
Rear door child-protectors .... 191
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 601
Seat belt precautions .............. 46
Seat heater precautions ........ 535
Child-protectors ....................... 191
Cleaning............................ 556, 560
Aluminum wheels .................. 557
Exterior.................................. 556
Interior ................................... 560
Seat belts .............................. 561
Clock ......................................... 549
Clutch........................................ 709
Coat hooks ............................... 553
Condenser ................................ 577
Console box ............................. 541
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 678
Cruise control
Cruise control ........................ 383
Dynamic radar cruise
control................................. 367
Cup holders .............................. 542
Curtain shield airbags ............... 47
DAC ........................................... 430
Daytime running light
system .................................... 312
Deck hooks .............................. 547
Defogger
Outside rear view
mirrors ........................ 519, 528
Rear window ................. 519, 528
Windshield .................... 519, 528
Differential
Oil ......................................... 709
Dimension ................................ 686
Display
Cruise control........................ 383
Dynamic radar cruise
control................................. 367
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert with Yaw Assist
Function) ............................ 362
Multi-information
display ........................ 147, 151
Trip information ............. 148, 153
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 566
Doors
Door glasses ......................... 248
Door lock............................... 188
Open door warning light........ 638
Outside rear view mirrors...... 245
Rear door child-protectors .... 191
Side doors............................. 188
Downhill assist control
system .................................... 430
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter)
system .................................... 433
Warning light ......................... 637
Warning message ................. 646
Driver’s seat belt
reminder light ........................ 638
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