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WARNING
■Cautions regarding the use of the system
There is a limit to the degree of recognition accuracy and cont rol perfor-
mance that this system can provide, do not overly rely on this system. The
driver is always responsible for paying attention to the vehicl e’ surroundings
and driving safely.
■ To ensure the system can operate properly
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely
and possibly cause an accident.
● Do not damage the sensors, and always keep them clean.
● Do not attach a sticker or install an electronic component, such as a backlit
license plate (especially fluorescent type), fog lights, fender pole or wire-
less antenna near a radar sensor.
● Do not subject the surrounding area of the sensor to a strong impact. If
subjected to an impact, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
If the front or rear bumper needs to be removed/installed or replaced, con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
● Do not modify, disassemble or paint the sensors.
● Do not attach a license plate cover.
● Keep your tires properly inflated.
■ When to disable the function
In the following situations, disable the function as it may operate even
though there is no possibility of a collision.
● Failing to observe the warnings above.
● A non-genuine Toyota suspension (lowered suspension, etc.) is installed.
■ Notes when washing the vehicle
Do not apply intensive bursts of water or steam to the sensor a rea.
Doing so may result in the sensor malfunctioning.
● When using a high pressure washer to wash the vehicle, do not spray the
sensors directly, as doing so may cause a sensor to malfunction .
● When using steam to clean the vehicle, do not direct steam too close to
the sensors as doing so may cause a sensor to malfunction.

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air conditioning system
and defogger
Front air conditioning system............................. 342
Rear air conditioning system............................. 350
Seat heaters/ seat ventilators ................ 354
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 357
• Personal/interior light main switch ................... 358
• Personal/interior lights ............................. 359
• Interior light ................... 360
5-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ..... 361
• Glove boxes .................. 362
• Front console box ......... 363
• Card holder ................... 364
• Map holder (center console) ............ 365
• Rear console box .......... 365
• Overhead console......... 367
• Cup holders .................. 368
• Bottle holders ................ 371
• Auxiliary boxes.............. 372
Luggage compartment features ........................... 373 5-4. Other interior features
Other interior features ....... 377
• Sun visors ..................... 377
• Vanity mirrors................ 378
• Power outlets ................ 379
• USB charging ports....... 382
• Armrest (second seats) .............. 384
• Rear side sunshades .... 385
• Assist grips ................... 386
Garage door opener.......... 387
Compass ........................... 395

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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.
■ When the indicator light on flashes
Press
to turn off the cooling and dehumidification function and turn it on
again. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indicator
light continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
■ Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the out side air mode.
● During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle m ay enter into
and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then ca use odor to
be emitted from the vents.
● To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to o utside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short peri od of time
immediately after the air conditioning system is started in aut omatic
mode.
■ Air conditioning filter
P. 446

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Front seats
Vehicles without ventilator
On
The indicator light comes on.
Adjusts the seat temperature
The further you move the dial
upward, the warmer the seat
becomes.
Off
Move the dial fully downward.
The indicator light turns off.
Vehicles with ventilator
Off
Set the dial to 0. The indicator
turns off.
Heats the seats
The indicator comes on. The
higher the number, the warmer
the seats become.
Blows air from the seats
The indicator comes on. The
higher the number, the stronger
the airflow becomes.
Seat heaters/ventilators

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Rear seat (vehicles with rear console box)
High heating temperature
The indicator (yellow) comes
on.
Press lightly on the opposite
side to turn off.
Low heating temperature
The indicator (green) comes
on.
Press lightly on the opposite
side to turn off.
■The seat heaters/seat ventilators can be used when
The engine switch is in ON.

4066-1. Maintenance and care
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NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
● Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehi-
cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline,
alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alco-
hol
● Do not use a polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.
■ Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces:
● Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.
● Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
● Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly.
■ Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into contact with electrical components such as the audio system above or
under the floor of the vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.
■ When cleaning the inside of the windshield
Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the lens. Also, do not touch the lens.
(P. 249)
■ Cleaning the inside of the rear quarter windows and back window
● Do not use a glass cleaner to clean the rear quarter windows and back
window, as this may cause damage to the rear window defogger he ater
wires or antenna. Use a cloth dampened with lukewarm water to gently
wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in strokes running parallel to the
heater wires or antenna.
● Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna .

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Replacing the following bulbs
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replac
ed by
your Toyota dealer.
● Headlight low beams
● Headlight high beams
● Front side marker lights
● Daytime running lights
● Parking lights
● Front turn signal lights
● Front fog lights
● Side turn signal lights (if equipped)
● High mounted stoplight
● Outer foot lights (if equipped)
■LED light bulbs
The following lights consist of a number of LEDs. If any LEDs burn out, take
your vehicle to your Toyota dealer to have the light replaced.
●Headlight low beams
● Headlight high beams
● Front side marker lights
● Daytime running lights
● Parking lights
● Front turn signal lights
● Front fog lights
● Side turn signal lights (if equipped)
● High mounted stoplight
● Outer foot lights (if equipped)
■ Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the lens does not indicate a
malfunction. Contact your Toyota dealer for more information in the following
situations:
● Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.
● Water has built up inside the lens.

580Alphabetical index
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Child safety ................................ 57Airbag precautions .................. 42
Back door precautions .......... 122
Battery precautions ....... 426, 514
Child restraint system ............. 58
How your child should
wear the seat belt ................. 34
Installing child restraints ......... 62
Moon roof precautions .......... 174
Power window lock switch .... 165
Power window precautions ... 167
Rear door child-protectors .... 115
Removed key battery precautions ......................... 449
Seat belt extender precautions ........................... 39
Seat belt precautions .............. 36
Seat heater precautions........ 354
Child-protectors....................... 115
Cleaning ........................... 400, 404 Aluminum wheels.................. 401
Exterior ................................. 400
Interior................................... 404
Seat belts .............................. 405
Climate control seat ................ 355
Compass .................................. 395
Condenser ................................ 422
Console box ..................... 363, 365
Cooling system Engine overheating ............... 515
Cruise control .......................... 276
Cup holders.............................. 368
Curtain shield airbags ............... 40
Customizable features ............ 548 Daytime running light
system.................................... 229
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors ..... 345
Rear window ......................... 345
Windshield ............................ 345
Dimension ................................ 522
Dinghy towing.......................... 213
Display Multi-information display ......... 98
Warning message................. 481
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 413
Door courtesy lights ............... 357 Wattage ................................ 532
Doors Automatic door locking and
unlocking systems .............. 116
Back door ............................. 118
Door lock ...................... 113, 118
Door windows ....................... 165
Open door warning buzzer ... 484
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 161
Rear door child-protector ...... 115
Side doors ............................ 113
Drive information....................... 99
Driver’s seat position memory .................................. 149
Driving ...................................... 176 Break-in tips.......................... 178
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Driving assist systems .......... 324
Off-road precautions ............. 331
Procedures ........................... 176
Winter drive tips .................... 336D