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C-HR_OM_USA_OM10684UWindshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 215
Precautions for winter  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 306
To prevent freezing (windshield wiper de-icer)
*1. . . . . . . . . . .  P. 315
Fuel filler door  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 220
Refueling method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 220
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 478
Tires  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 376
Tire size/inflation pressure  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  . . . . . . . . P. 482
Winter tires/tire chains  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  . . . . . . . . . P. 306
Checking/rotation/tire pressur e warning system . . . . . . . . .P. 376
Coping with flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  . . . . . . . . . . P. 449
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 358
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 358
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 478
Coping with overheating  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 470
Camera
*2
Front side marker lights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 204
Headlights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 204
Front fog lights
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 214
Parking lights/daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . . . .  . . . .  P. 204
Front turn signal  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 195
Parking lights/daytime running  lights (LED type). . . . . . . .  P. 204
Side turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 195
Tail lights/side marker lights/turn signal lights. . . . . .  P. 195, 204
Back-up lights
Shifting the shift lever to R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 190
License plate lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 204
Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving  
(Replacing method: P. 407, Watts: P. 483)
*1: If equipped
*2: Refer to “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”. 

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Enabling/disabling th
e pre-collision system
The pre-collision system can be enabled/disabled on   (P.   5 0 7 )
of the multi-information display.
The  system  is  automatically  enabled  each  time  the  engine  switch  is
turned  to  the  “ON”  position  (vehicles  without  a  smart  key  syste m)  or
turned to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system).
If  the  system  is  disabled,  the
PCS  warning  light  will  turn  on
and  a  message  will  be  dis-
played  on  the  multi-information
display.
WARNING
● When the tires are very worn
● When tires of a size other than specified are installed
● When tire chains are installed
● When a compact spare tire or an emergency tire puncture repair  kit is used
● If equipment (snow plow, etc.) that may obstruct the radar sens or or front
camera is temporarily installed to the vehicle
Changing settings of the  pre-collision system 

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WARNING
●The traffic  lines  are yellow  (which may  be  more  difficult  to recognize  than
lines that are white).
● The white (yellow) lines cross over a curb, etc.
● The vehicle is driven on a bright surface, such as concrete.
● If the edge of the road is not clear or straight.
● The vehicle is driven on a surface that is bright due to reflec ted light, etc.
● The  vehicle  is  driven  in  an  area  where  the  brightness  changes  suddenly,
such as at the entrances and exits of tunnels, etc.
● Light from the headlights of an oncoming vehicle, the sun, etc.  enters the
camera.
● The vehicle is driven on a slope.
● The vehicle is driven on a road which tilts left or right, or a  winding road.
● The vehicle is driven on an unpaved or rough road.
● The traffic lane is excessively narrow or wide.
● The  vehicle  is  extremely  tilted  due  to  carrying  heavy  luggage  o r  having
improper tire pressure.
● The distance to the preceding vehicle is extremely short.
● The vehicle is moving up and down a large amount due to road co nditions
during driving (poor r oads or road seams).
● When driving in a tunnel or at night with the headlights off or when a head-
light is dim due to its lens being dirty or it being misaligned .
● The vehicle is struck by a crosswind.
● The vehicle is affected by wind from a vehicle driven in a near by lane.
● The vehicle has just changed lanes or crossed an intersection.
● Tires  which  differ  by  structure,  manufacturer,  brand  or  tread  p attern  are
used.
● When tires of a size other than specified are installed.
● Snow tires, etc. are equipped.
● The vehicle is being driven at extremely high speeds. 

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WARNING
■When the TRAC/VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may
cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator  light flashes.
■ When the TRAC/VSC systems are turned off
Be  especially  careful  and  drive  at  a  speed  appropriate  to  the  r oad  condi-
tions. As  these  are  the  systems  to  help  ensure  vehicle  stabilit y  and  driving
force, do not turn the TRAC/VSC systems off unless necessary.
■ Replacing tires
Make  sure  that  all  tires  are  of  the  specified  size,  brand,  trea d  pattern  and
total  load  capacity.  In  addition,  make  sure  that  the  tires  are  inflated  to  the
recommended tire inflation pressure level.
The ABS, TRAC and VSC systems will not function correctly if di fferent tires
are installed on the vehicle.
Contact  your  Toyota  dealer  for  further  information  when  replaci ng  tires  or
wheels.
■ Handling of tires and the suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspensio n will affect
the driving assist systems, and may cause a system to malfuncti on. 

3064-6. Driving tips
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Winter driving tips
●Use  fluids  that  are  appropriate  t o  the  prevailing  outside  tempera-
tures.  • Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspec t the condition of the battery.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set  of tire
chains for the front tires
*.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.
*: Tire chains cannot be mounted on 18-inch tires.
Perform the following according  to the driving conditions: 
● Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is fr ozen.
Pour  warm  water  over  the  frozen  area  to  melt  the  ice.  Wipe  away
the water immediately to p revent it from freezing. 
● To  ensure  proper  operation  of  the  climate  control  system  fan,
remove  any  snow  that  has  accumulated  on  the  air  inlet  vents  in
front of the windshield. 
● Check for and remove any excess ic e or snow that may have accu-
mulated  on  the  exterior  lights,  vehicle’s  roof,  chassis,  around  the
tires or on the brakes.
● Remove  any  snow  or  mud  from  the  bottom  of  your  shoes  before
getting in the vehicle.
Carry  out  the  necessary  preparations  and  inspections  before
driving  the  vehicle  in  winter. Always  drive  the  vehicle  in  a  ma n-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions. 
Preparation for winter
Before driving the vehicle 

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Driving
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Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a safe distance between you and
the vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced speed suitable to roa d con-
ditions. 
● Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P without setting  the
parking brake. The parking brake  may freeze up, preventing it from
being  released.  If  the  vehicle  is  parked  without  setting  the  pa rking
brake, make sure t o block the wheels.
Failure to do so may be dangerou s because it may cause the vehi-
cle to move unexpectedly, pos sibly leading to an accident.
● If  the  vehicle  is  parked  without   setting  the  parking  brake,  confirm
that the shift lever c annot be moved out of P
*.
*
: The  shift  lever  will  be  locked  if  it  is  attempted  to  be  shifte d  from  P  to  any
other position without depressing the brake pedal. If the shift  lever can be
shifted from P, there may be a problem with the shift lock syst em. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
17-inch tires
Use the correct tire  chain size when mount ing the tire chains.
Chain size is regulate d for each tire size.
Side chain: 0.12 in. (3 mm) in diameter
0.39 in. (10 mm) in width
1.18 in. (30 mm) in length
Cross chain: 0.16 in. (4 mm) in diameter
0.55 in. (14 mm) in width
0.98 in. (25 mm) in length
18-inch tires
Tire  chains  cannot  be  mounted  as  the  space  between  the  tire  and
body is too narrow.
Snow tires should be used instead.
When driving the vehicle
When parking the vehicle
Selecting tire chains 

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WARNING
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of acciden ts.
Failure  to  do  so  may  result  in  a  loss  of  vehicle  control  and  ca use  death  or
serious injury.
● Use tires of the size specified.
● 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.
■ Driving with tire chains
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of acciden ts. 
Failure  to  do  so  may  result  in  the  vehicle  being  unable  to  be  d riven  safely,
and may cause death or serious injury.
● Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tir e chains being
used, or 30 mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower.
● Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
● Avoid  sudden  acceleration,  abrupt  steering,  sudden  braking  and  shifting
operations that cause sudden engine braking.
● Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that v ehicle con-
trol is maintained.
NOTICE
■ Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request  repairs  or  replacement  of  snow  tires  from Toyota  dealer s  or  legiti-
mate tire retailers.
This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affect s the opera-
tion of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
■ Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not funct ion correctly
when tire chains are fitted 

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Maintenance and care
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Your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure warning system that uses
tire  pressure  warning  valves  and   transmitters  to  detect  low  tire  infla-
tion pressure before serious problems arise.
If  the  tire  pressure  drops  below  a  predetermined  level,  the  dri ver  is
warned by a warning light. ( P. 437)
◆Installing tire pressure warn ing valves and transmitters
When  replacing  tires  or  wheels,  tire  pressure  warning  valves  an d
transmitters must also be installed.
When  new  tire  pressure  warning  valves  and  transmitters  are
installed,  new  ID  codes  must  be  registered  in  the  tire  pressure
warning  computer  and  the  tire  pressure  warning  system  must  be
initialized.  Have  tire  pressure  warning  valves  and  transmitter  ID
codes registered by  your Toyota dealer. ( P. 379)
◆Initializing the tire pressure warning system
When  the  tire  size  is  changed,  the  tire  pressure  warning  system
must be initialized.
When the tire pressure warning sy stem is initialized, the current tire
inflation pressure is set  as the benchmark pressure.
Tire pressure warning system