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2244-2. Driving procedures
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
● Do not leave the engine switch in ACC or ON for long periods of  time with-
out the engine running.
● If “ACCESSORY” or “IGNITION ON” is displayed on the multi-infor mation
display while the engine is not running, the engine switch is n ot off. Exit the
vehicle after turning the engine switch off.
● Do not stop the engine when the shift lever is in a position ot her than P. If
the engine is stopped in another shift lever position, the engi ne switch will
not be turned off but instead be turned to ACC. If the vehicle  is left in ACC,
battery discharge may occur.
■ When starting the engine
● Do not race a cold engine.
● If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently,  have your vehi-
cle checked by your Toyota dealer immediately.
■ Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the engine switch
If the engine switch seems to be operating somewhat differently  than usual,
such  as  the  switch  sticking  slightly,  there  may  be  a  malfunctio n.  Contact
your Toyota dealer immediately. 
     
        
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2294-2. Driving procedures
4
Driving
■AI-SHIFT
AI-SHIFT automatically  selects the  suitable  gear  according  to  t he  driver  per-
formance and driving conditions.
AI-SHIFT  automatically  operates  when  the  shift  lever  is  in  the  D  position.
(Shifting the shift lever to the S position cancels the functio n.)
■ When driving with cruise cont rol activated (if equipped)
Even when performing the following actions with the intent of e nabling engine
braking,  engine  braking  will  not  activate  while  driving  in  S  mo de  and  down-
shifting to 5 or 4 because cruise control will not be canceled.  (P. 280 294)
■ Shift lock system
The shift lock  system is a system to prevent accidental operation of the shift
lever in starting.
The  shift  lever  can  be  shifted  from  P  only  when  the  engine  swit ch is in ON
and the brake pedal is being depressed.
■ If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
First, check whether the brake pedal is being depressed.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brak e pedal, there may
be  a  problem  with  the  shift  lock  system.  Have  the  vehicle  inspected  by  your
Toyota dealer immediately.
The  following  steps  may  be  used  as  an  emergency  measure  to  ensu re  that
the shift lever can be shifted.
Releasing the shift lock:
Set the parking brake.
Turn the engine switch to OFF.
Depress the brake pedal.
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2324-2. Driving procedures
Turn signal lever
Right turn
Lane change to the right (move
the  lever  partway  and  release
it)
The  right  hand  signals  will  flash
3times.
Lane  change  to  the  left  (move
the  lever  partway  and  release
it)
The  left  hand  signals  will  flash
3times.
Left turn
■Turn signals can be operated when
The engine switch is in ON.
■ If the indicator flashes faster than usual
Check  that  a  light  bulb  in  the  front  or  rear  turn  signal  lights   has  not  burned
out.
Operating instructions
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2474-3. Operating the lights and wipers
4
Driving
■The windshield wipers and w asher can be operated when
The engine switch is in ON.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles  are not  blocked if there is  washe r  fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
WARNING
■ Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When  it  is  cold,  do  not  use  the  washer  fluid  until  the  windshie ld  becomes
warm. The  fluid may freeze  on  the  windshield and cause low visi bility. This
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■ When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do  not  operate  the  switch  continually  as  the  washer  fluid  pump  may  over-
heat.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Toyota dealer. 
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged. 
     
        
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3014-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
■The intuitive parking assist can be operated when
●Front corner sensors:
• The engine switch is in ON.
• The shift lever is in R.
• The shift lever is not in P or R and vehicle speed is less than about 6 mph
(10 km/h).
● Rear corner and rear center sensors:
• The engine switch is in ON.
• The shift lever is in R.
■ If the display flashes and a message is displayed
P. 494, 495
■ Certification (Canada only)
This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001.
WARNING
■When using the intuitive parking assist
Observe the following precautions.
Failure  to  do  so  may  result  in  the  vehicle  being  unable  to  be  driven  safely
and possibly cause an accident.
● Do not use the sensor at speeds in excess of 6 mph (10 km/h).
● The sensors’ detection areas and reaction times are limited. When moving
forward  or  reversing,  check  the  areas  surrounding  the  vehicle  ( especially
the  sides  of  the  vehicle)  for  safety,  and  drive  slowly,  using  t he  brake  to
control the vehicle’s speed.
● Do not install accessories within the sensors’ detection areas. 
     
        
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3314-6. Driving tips
4
Driving
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 rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the 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.
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.
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
When driving the vehicle 
     
        
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3384-6. Driving tips
NOTICE
■To prevent the water damage
Take  all  necessary  safety  measures  to  ensure  that  water  damage  to  the
engine or other components does not occur.
● Water entering the engine air intake will cause severe engine d amage.
● Water  entering  the  automatic transmission will cause  deteriorat ion in  shift
quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibrati on, and ulti-
mately damage.
● Water can wash the grease from wheel bearings, causing rusting  and pre-
mature  failure,  and  may  also  enter  the  differentials,  transmission  and
transfer case, reducing the gear oil’s lubricating qualities.
■ When you drive through water
If driving through water, such as when crossing shallow streams , first check
the  depth  of  the  water  and  the  bottom  of  the  river  bed  for  firm ness.  Drive
slowly and avoid deep water.
■ Inspection after off-road driving
● Sand  and  mud  that  has  accumulated  in  brake  drums  and  around  bra ke
discs may affect braking efficiency and may damage brake system  compo-
nents.
● Always  perform  a  maintenance  inspection  after  each  day  of  off-r oad  driv-
ing  that  has  taken  you  through  rough  terrain,  sand,  mud,  or  wat er.  For
scheduled maintenance information, refer to the “Scheduled Main tenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”. 
     
        
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399
6Maintenance and care
6-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 400
Cleaning and protecting  the vehicle interior ........... 403
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 406
General maintenance ........ 408
Emission inspection  and maintenance (I/M) 
programs ......................... 411 6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 412
Hood ................................. 414
Engine compartment ......... 415
Tires .................................. 426
Tire inflation pressure ....... 442
Wheels .............................. 445
Air conditioning filter.......... 448
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery ...... 451
Checking and replacing  fuses ............................... 454
Light bulbs......................... 457