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■Turning off both TRC, VSC and Trailer Sway Control systems 
To  turn  the TRC,  VSC  and Trailer  Sway  Control  systems  off,  pres s and hold 
 for more than 3 seconds while the vehicle is stopped. 
The  VSC  off  indicator  will  come  on  and  the  message  will  be  show n  on  the 
multi-information display.*
Press   again to turn the system back on.
*: On  vehicles  with  PCS  (Pre-Collision  System),  PCS  will  also  be   disabled 
(only  Pre-Collision  warning  is  a vailable).  The  PCS  warning  light  will  come 
on and a message will be displayed on the multi-information dis play.  
( P. 386) 
■ When  the  message  is  displayed  on  the  multi-information  display show- 
ing that TRC has been disable d even if   has not been pressed 
TRC  is  temporary  deactivated.  If  the  information  continues  to  s how,  contact 
any  authorized  Toyota  retailer  or  Toyota  authorized  repairer,  o r  any  reliable 
repairer. 
■ Sounds  and  vibrations  caused  by  the  ABS,  brake  assist,  VSC,  Trailer 
Sway Control, TRC and hill-st art assist control systems 
● A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the brake pedal 
is  depressed  repeatedly,  when  the hybrid system  is started  or  j ust  after  the 
vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate that a mal function has 
occurred in any of these systems. 
● Any  of  the  following  conditions  may  occur  when  the  above  systems  are 
operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occur red.  
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering. 
• A motor sound may be heard also after the vehicle comes to a s top. 
■ ECB operating sound 
ECB  operating  sound  may  be  heard  in  the  following  cases,  but  it   does  not 
indicate that a malfunction has occurred. 
● Operating sound heard from the engine compartment when the brake pedal 
is operated. 
● Motor  sound  of  the  brake  system  heard  from  the  front  part  of  the  vehicle 
when the driver’s door is opened. 
● Operating sound heard from the engine compartment when one or two min- 
utes passed after the stop of the hybrid system. 

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■ Automatic system cancelation of hill-start assist control 
The hill-start assist control will turn off in any of the follo wing situations: 
● The shift lever is shifted to P or N 
● The accelerator pedal is depressed 
● The parking brake is engaged 
● 2 seconds at maximum elapsed after the brake pedal is released
WARNING
■The ABS does not operate effectively when 
● The  limits  of  tire  gripping  performance  have  been  exceeded  (such  as 
excessively worn tires on a snow covered road). 
● The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads. 
■ Stopping  distance  when  the ABS  is  operating  may  exceed  that  of nor- 
mal conditions 
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping dista nce. Always 
maintain  a  safe  distance  from  the  vehicle  in  front  of  you,  espe cially  in  the 
following situations: 
● When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads 
● When driving with tire chains 
● When driving over bumps in the road 
● When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces 
■ TRC/VSC may not operate effectively when 
Directional  control  and  power  may  not  be  achievable  while  drivi ng  on  slip- 
pery road surfaces, even if the TRC/VSC system is operating.  
Drive  the  vehicle  carefully  in  conditions  where  stability  and  p ower  may  be 
lost. 
■ Active Cornering Assist does not operate effectively when 
● Do not overly rely on Active Cornering Assist. Active Cornering A ss i st   m a y 
not  operate  effectively  when  accelerating  down  slopes  or  drivin g  on  slip- 
pery road surfaces. 
● When  Active  Cornering  Assist  frequently  operates,  Active  Cornering 
Assist  may  temporarily  stop  operating  to  ensure  proper  operatio n  of  the 
brakes, TRC and VSC. 

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WARNING
■Hill-start assist control does not operate effectively when 
● Do  not  overly  rely  on  hill-start  assist  control.  Hill-start  assist  control  may 
not operate effectively on steep inclines and roads covered wit h ice. 
● Unlike the parking brake, hill-start assist control is not intended to hold the 
vehicle  stationary  for  an  extended  period  of  time.  Do  not  attem pt  to  use 
hill-start  assist  control  to  hold  the  vehicle  on  an  incline,  as   doing  so  may 
lead to an accident. 
■ When the TRC/ABS/VSC/Trailer Sway Control is activated 
The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckl ess driving may 
cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator  light flashes. 
■ When the TRC/VSC/Trailer Sway Control 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  TRC/VSC/Trailer  Sway  Control  systems  off   unless 
necessary. 
Trailer Sway Control is part of the VSC system and will not ope rate if VSC is 
turned off or experiences a malfunction. 
■ 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, TRC, Trailer Sway Control and VSC systems will not fun ction cor- 
rectly if different tires are installed on the vehicle.
Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized rep airer, or any 
reliable repairer for further information when replacing tires  or wheels. 

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WARNING
■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. 
■ Trailer Sway Control precaution 
The Trailer Sway Control system is not able to reduce trailer s way in all situ- 
ations.  
Depending  on  many  factors  such  as  the  conditions  of  the  vehicle ,  trailer, 
road surface and driving environm ent, the Trailer Sway Control system may 
not be effective. Refer to your trailer owner’s manual for info rmation on how 
to tow your trailer properly. 
■ If trailer sway occurs 
Observe the following precautions.  
Failing to do so may cause death or serious injury. 
● Firmly grip the steering wheel. Steer straight ahead.  
Do not try to control trailer sway by turning the steering whee l. 
● Begin  releasing  the  accelerator  pedal  immediately  but  very  gradually  to 
reduce speed.  
Do not increase speed. Do not apply vehicle brakes. 
If you make no extreme correction with the steering or brakes,  your vehicle 
and trailer should stabilize. ( P. 301) 

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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 specified size. 
● Maintain the recommended level of air pressure. 
● Do not drive at speeds in excess of the speed limit or the speed limit spec- 
ified for the 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 tire chains being 
used, or 50 km/h (30 mph), 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 vehicle con- 
trol is maintained.
NOTICE
■ Repairing or replacing snow tires 
Request  repairs  or  replacement  of  snow  tires  from  any  authorize d  Toyota 
retailer  or  Toyota  authorized  repairer,  or  any  reliable  repaire r  or  legitimate 
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. 

5565-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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WARNING
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up 
● Do  not  use   during  cool  air  operation  in  extremely  humid  weather. 
The  difference  between  the  temperature  of  the  outside  air  and  t hat  of  the 
windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog  up, block- 
ing your vision. 
■ To prevent burns 
● Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mir- 
ror defoggers are on. 
● Vehicles with windshield wiper de-icer: Do not touch the glass at the lower 
part of the windshield or to the side of the front pillars when  the windshield 
wiper de-icer is on. 
■ nanoe™ generator (if equipped) 
Do not disassemble or repair the generator because it contains  high voltage 
parts. 
Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized rep airer, or any 
reliable repairer if the generator needs repair.
NOTICE
■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge 
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessa ry when the 
hybrid system is off. 
■ To prevent damage to the nanoe™ (if equipped) 
Do  not  insert  anything into  the  passenger’s  side  vent,  attach a nything  to  it, 
or  use  sprays  around  the  passenger’s  side  vent.  These  things  ma y  cause 
the generator not to work properly.
● Do not place anything on the instrument 
panel  which  may  cover  the  air  outlets. 
Otherwise,  air  flow  may  be  obstructed, 
preventing  the  windshield  defoggers
from defogging. 

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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 front 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 hea ter is on: 
• Babies,  small  children,  the  elderly,  the  sick  and  the  physical ly  chal- 
lenged
• Persons with sensitive skin 
• Persons who are fatigued 
• Persons  who  have  taken  alcohol  or  drugs  that  induce  sleep  (sle eping 
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  12-volt  battery  discharge,  do  not  use  the  functions when  the 
hybrid system is off. 

5625-3. Using the storage features
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List of  storage features
Glove box (P. 563) 
Bottle holders ( P.   5 6 4 ) 
Cup holders ( P.   5 6 5 ) 
Console box ( P. 563)
WARNING
●Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this 
may cause the following when cabin temperature becomes high: 
• Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into c ontact 
with other stored items.
• Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact  with other 
stored  items,  the  lighter  may  catch  fire  or  the  spray  can  may  r elease 
gas, causing a fire hazard. 
● When driving or when the storage compartments are not in use, keep the 
lids closed and trays clear. 
In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident  may occur 
due to an occupant being struck by an open lid or the items sto red inside.