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3-5. Brake
■Setting the parking brake
Depress  the  brake  pedal  and
then  firmly  pull  the  parking
brake  lever  fully  upwards  with
sufficient force to hold the vehi-
cle in a stationary position.
■Releasing the parking brake
Depress  the  brake  pedal  and
pull  the  parking  brake  lever
upwards, then press the
release  button.  While  holding
the  button,  lower  the  parking
brake  lever  all  the  way  down  to
the released position.
NOTICE
Do not drive with your foot held on the clutch pedal or brake pedal, or hold
the clutch pedal depressed halfway unnecessarily. Doing so could result in
the following:
● The clutch and brake parts will wear out more quickly.
● The brakes can overheat and adversely affect brake performance.
Parking Brake 
     
        
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3
When Driving
Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
For  vehicles  with  a  manual  transaxle,  Hill  Launch Assist  (HLA) oper-
ates  on  a  downward  slope  when  the  shift  lever  is  in  the  reverse  (R)
position, and on an upward slope when the shift lever is in a p osition
other than the reve rse (R) position.
For  vehicles  with  an  automatic   transaxle,  Hill Launch  Assist  (H LA)
operates  on  a  downward  slope  when  the  shift  lever  is  in  the  rev erse
(R)  position,  and  on  an  upward  slope  when  the  shift  lever  is  in  a for-
ward gear.
● Hill Launch Assist (HLA) does not operate on a gentle slope. In  addition, the
gradient  of  the  slope  on  which  the  system  will  operate  changes  depending
on the vehicle’s load.
● Hill Launch Assist (HLA) does not operate if the parking brake  is applied, the
vehicle has not stopped completely, or the clutch pedal is released.
● While  Hill  Launch Assist  (HLA)  is  operating,  the  brake  pedal  ma y  feel  stiff
and vibrate, however, this does not indicate a malfunction.
● Hill Launch Assist (HLA) does not operate while the TCS/DSC ind icator light
is illuminated.
Refer to Contact Your Toyota Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected  on P. 493.
● Hill  Launch Assist  (HLA)  does  not  turn  off  even  if  the  DSC  OFF  switch  is
pressed to turn off the TCS/DSC.
: If equipped
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) is a f unction which assists the driver in
accelerating  from  a  stop  while  on  a  slope.  When  the  driver
releases  the  brake  pedal  and  depresses  the  accelerator  pedal
while  on  a  slope,  the  function  pr events  the  vehicle  from  rolling.
The  braking  force  is  maintained  automatically  after  the  brake
pedal is released on a steep grade. 
     
        
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WARNING
■Do not rely completely on  Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
Hill  Launch Assist  (HLA)  is  an  auxiliary  device  for  acceleratin g  from  a  stop
on  a  slope.  The  system  only  operates  for  about  2  seconds  and  th erefore,
relying  only  on  the  system,  when  accelerating  from  a  stop  is  da ngerous
because the vehicle may move (roll) unexpectedly and cause an a ccident.
The vehicle could roll depending on the vehicle’s load or if it  is towing some-
thing. In addition, for vehicles with a manual transaxle, the vehicle could still
roll depending on how the clutch pedal or the accelerator pedal  is operated.
Always  confirm  the  safety  around  the  vehicle  before  starting  to  drive the
vehicle. 
     
        
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3-10. Active Safety System
●In  the  following  cases,  the  laser  sensor  may  inadvertently  dete rmine  that
there is a vehicle ahead and the Low Speed Pre-Collision System  may oper-
ate.
• Objects on the road at the entrance to a curve.
• Vehicles passing in the opposite lane while making a curve.
• Metal objects, bumps, or protruding objects on the road.
• When passing through a toll gate equipped with a bar.
• When passing under a vinyl curtain or flag.
• Plastic objects such as pylons.
• Two-wheeled vehicles, pedestrians, animals or standing trees.
● Manual transaxle:
If  the  vehicle  is  stopped  by  the  Low  Speed  Pre-Collision  System   operation
and the clutch pedal is not depressed, the engine stops.
● The  Low  Speed  Pre-Collision  System  warning  light  (amber)  turns  on  when
the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights on P. 173. 
     
        
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3-11. Cruise Control
If  the  cruise  control  system  temporarily  canceled  (such  as  applying
the brake pedal) and the system i s still activated, the most recent set
speed will automatically resume  when the RES/  switch is pressed .
If  vehicle  speed  is  below  16  mph  (25  km/h),  increase  the  vehicl e
speed up to 16 mph (25 km/h) or m ore and press the RES/  switch.
To temporarily cancel the syst em, use one of these methods:
• Slightly depress the brake pedal.
• Manual transaxle: Depress the clutch pedal.
• Press the OFF/CAN switch.
If the RES/  switch is pressed w hen the vehicle speed is 16 mph (25
km/h) or higher, the system rev erts to the previously set speed .
●If  any  of  the following  conditions  occur,  the  cruise control  sy stem  is  tempo-
rarily canceled.
• The parking brake is applied.
• Manual transaxle: The shift lever is in the neutral position.
• Automatic transaxle: The select or lever is in the P or N position.
● When the cruise control system is temporarily canceled by even  one of the
applicable cancel conditions, the speed cannot be re-set.
● Automatic transaxle:
The cruise control cannot be cancelled while driving in manual  mode (selec-
tor lever shifted from D to M position). Therefore, engine brak ing will not be
applied even if the transaxle is shifted down to a lower gear. If deceleration
is required, lower the set speed or depress the brake pedal.
■
When  a  cruising  speed  has  been  set  (cruise  set  indication
(white) is displayed/cruise set  indicator light (green) turns on)
Long-press  the  OFF/CAN  switch  o r  press  the  OFF/CAN  switch  2
times.
■When  a  cruising  speed  has  not  been  set  (cruise  main  indica-
tion (white) is displayed)
Press the OFF/CAN switch.
To Resume Cruising Speed at  More Than 16 mph (25 km/h)
To Temporarily Cancel
To Deactivate 
     
        
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5Maintenance and Care
5-1. Essential InformationIntroduction ....................... 386
5-2. Scheduled Maintenance Maintenance Monitor ........ 388
5-3. Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Precautions ..................... 390
Hood ................................. 392
Engine Compartment  Overview ......................... 394
Engine Oil ......................... 395
Engine Coolant ................. 398
Brake/Clutch Fluid............. 401
Window Washer Fluid ....... 402
Body Lubrication ............... 403
Wiper Blades..................... 404
Battery............................... 408
Key Battery  Replacement ................... 410
Tires .................................. 413
Light Bulbs ........................ 419
Fuses ................................ 435
5-4. Appearance Care Exterior Care ..................... 442
Interior Care ...................... 450 
     
        
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5-3. Owner Maintenance
Owner Maintenance Precautions
The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle
inspections  at  the  indicated  intervals  to  ensure  safe  and  depen dable
operation.
Bring  any  problem  to  the  attention  of  your  Toyota  dealer  or  qua lified
service technician a s soon as possible.
■When Refueling
• Brake and clutch fluid level ( P. 401)
• Engine coolant level ( P.   3 9 8 )
• Engine oil level ( P. 397)
• Washer fluid level ( P. 402)
■At Least Monthly
• Tire inflation pressures ( P. 413)
■At Least Twice a Year (For Exam ple, Every Spring and Fall)
You can do the following scheduled maintenance items if you hav e
some mechanical ability and a few basic tools and if you closel y fol-
low the directions  in this manual.
• Engine coolant ( P. 398)
• Engine oil ( P. 395)
Improper  or  incomplete  service  may  result  in  problems.  This  sec tion
gives instructions only for it ems that are easy to perform.
As explained in the Introduction ( P. 386), several procedures can be
done only by a qualifi ed service technician with special tools.
Improper  owner  maintenance  during  the  warranty  period  may  affec t
warranty  coverage.  Refer  to  Introduction  ( P.  386)  for  owner’s
responsibility in protecting your  investment. For details, read the sep-
arate Toyota Warranty and Maintenance Guide provided with the v ehi-
cle. If you are unsure about any servicing or maintenance proce dure,
have it done by your Toyota dealer.
There are strict environmental laws regarding the disposal of w aste oil
and fluids. Please dispose of your waste properly and with due  regard
to the environment.
We recommend that you entrust the oil and fluid changes of your vehi-
cle to your Toyota dealer. 
     
        
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5-3. Owner Maintenance
Engine Compartment Over view
Engine oil dipstick
Engine oil-filler cap
Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
BatteryFuse block
Cooling system cap
Engine coolant reservoir
Windshield  washer  fluid  reser-
voir1
2
3
4
5
6
7
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