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*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to ON to indicate thata system check is being performed. They will turn off after the engine is
started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if
the lights do not come on, or do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer.
*2: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.
*3: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*4: In order to confirm operation, the BSM outside rear view mirro r indicators
illuminate in the following situations:
• When the engine switch is turned to ON, the BSM function is en abled on
the screen of the multi-information display.
• When the BSM function is enabled on the screen of the multi-infor- mation display, the engine switch is turned to ON.
If the system is functioning correctly, the BSM outside rear vi ew mirror
indicators will turn off after a few seconds.
If the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators do not illuminat e or do not
turn off, there may be a malfunction in the system.
If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota deale r.
*5: This light illuminates on the center panel.
*6: This light turns on when the system is off.
(if equipped)
High speed four-wheel
drive indicator (P. 3 1 7 )
*1, 5
“AIR BAG ON/OFF” indi-
cators (P. 51)
(if equipped)
Low speed four-wheel
drive indicator ( P. 3 1 7 )
(if equipped)
“TOW/HAUL” indicator
(P. 222)
(if equipped)
Center differential lock
indicator ( P. 317)*2Low outside tempera-
ture indicator ( P. 94)
*1
(if equipped)
“AUTO LSD” indicator
(P. 322, 325)

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The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.
Pressing the button will adjust
brightness of the instrument panel
light.
Short press: 1 step change of
brightness level.
Long press: continues change of
brightness level until released.
■ The meters and display illuminate when
The engine switch is in ON.
■ Instrument panel bri ghtness adjustment
When the tail lights are turned on, the display’s brightness will be reduced
slightly unless the meter brightness level adjustment is set to the brightest
setting.
■ Outside temperature display
●In the following situations, the correct outside temperature ma y not be dis-
played, or the display may take longer than normal to change.
• When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 12 mph [20 k m/h])
• When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entr ance/
exit of a garage, tunnel, etc.)
● When “--” or “E” is displayed, the system may be malfunctioning. Take your
vehicle to your Toyota dealer.
■ Liquid crystal display
Small spots or light spots may appear on the display. This phen omenon is
characteristic of liquid crystal displays, and there is no prob lem continuing to
use the display.
Instrument panel light control

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To take out the mechanical key,
push the release button and take
the key out.
The mechanical key can only be
inserted in one direction, as the
key only has grooves on one side.
If the key cannot be inserted in a
lock cylinder, turn it over and reat-
tempt to insert it.
After using the mechanical key, store it in the electronic key. Carry the
mechanical key together with the electronic key. If the electronic key
battery is depleted or the ent ry function does not operate prop erly, you
will need the mechanical key. ( 509)
■Panic mode
■ When required to leave the vehicle’s key with a parking attendant
Lock the glove box as circumstances demand. ( P. 362)
Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with
the electronic key only.
■ If you lose your keys
New genuine key can be made by your Toyota dealer.
The following are necessary when making new keys.
Mechanical key:
The key number for the mechanical key stamped on the number pla te and the
other key.
Key:
The key number for key stamped on the key number plate.
Keep the plates in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle.
There are key number plates for the mechanical key and key resp ectively.
When storing them, keep them in a safe place in a manner to distinguish one
from the other (such as markings, etc.).
Using the mechanical key
When is pressed for longer than about
one second, an alarm will sound intermit-
tently and the vehicle lights will flash to
deter any person from trying to break into
or damage your vehicle.
To stop the alarm, press any button on the
electronic key.

1593-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
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Auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror
Responding to the level of brightness of the headlights of vehi cles
behind, the reflected light is automatically reduced.
Changing automatic anti- glare function mode
On/off
When the automatic anti-glare function is in ON mode, the indic ator illumi-
nates.
The function will set to ON mode each time the engine switch is turned to
ON.
Pressing the button turns the function to OFF mode. (The indicator also
turns off.)
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Driving the vehicle ............. 176
Cargo and luggage ........... 187
Vehicle load limits ............. 193
Trailer towing..................... 194
Dinghy towing ................... 213
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch ..... 214
Automatic transmission ..... 220
Turn signal lever................ 225
Parking brake .................... 226
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 227
Automatic High Beam ....... 231
Fog light switch ................. 236
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 238
Rear window wiper and washer ............................ 241 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap .................................. 244
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Toyota Safety Sense P ..... 247
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .... 255
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) .... 268
Dynamic radar cruise control .................. 276
Intuitive parking assist....... 290
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ........ 297
• BSM function ................ 302
• RCTA function .............. 305
Electronically modulated air suspension ................. 311
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension System) ....... 316
Four-wheel drive system ............................ 317
AUTO LSD system............ 322
Driving assist systems ...... 324
4-6. Driving tips Off-road precautions ......... 331
Winter driving tips ............. 336

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Hitch receiver pin hole position:
46.2 in. (1172.3 mm)
Use the wire harness stored in the
rear end under the vehicle body.
The tow lighting system is
designed for 64 watts/5 amps of
electrical current per side (right
and left) for the trailer brake/turn
light functions.
Please contact y our Toyota dealer
with any questions or concerns.
■ Service connector for towing br ake controller (with towing pack age)
Positions for towing hitch receiver and hitch ball
Connecting trailer lights
Your vehicle is equipped with a service
connector for the trailer brake controller
as shown.
Access the service connector.
Remove the scuff plate.
Remove the clip (screw type) and trim
board.

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Your vehicle will handle differently when towing a trailer. Help to avoid
an accident, death or serious injury, keep the following in min d when
towing:
● Speed limits for towing a trailer vary by state or province. Do not
exceed the posted to wing speed limit.
● Toyota recommends that the vehicl e-trailer speed limit is 65 mph
(104 km/h) on a flat, straight, dry road. Do not exceed this li mit, the
posted towing speed limit or the speed limit for your trailer as set
forth in your trailer owner’s manu al, whichever is lowest. Instability
of the towing vehicle-trailer combination (trailer sway) increa ses as
speed increases. Exceeding speed limits may cause loss of contr ol.
● Before starting out, check the trailer lights, tires and the vehicle-
trailer connections. Recheck af ter driving a short distance.
● Practice turning, stopping and reversing with the trailer attac hed in
an area away from traffic until you become accustomed to the fe el
of the vehicle-trailer combination.
● Reversing with a trailer attached is difficult and requires pra ctice.
Grip the bottom of the steering wheel and move your hand to the
left to move the trailer to the left. Move your hand to the rig ht to
move the trailer to right. (This is generally opposite to reversing
without a trailer attached.) Avoid sharp or prolonged turning. Have
someone guide you when reversing to reduce the risk of an acci-
dent.
● As stopping distance is increased when towing a trailer, vehicl e-to
vehicle distance should be increased. For each 10 mph (16 km/h)
of speed, allow at least one v ehicle and trailer length.
● Avoid sudden braking as you may skid, resulting in the trailer jack-
knifing and a loss of vehicle control. This is especially true on wet or
slippery surfaces.
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Before towing
Check that the following conditions are met:
●Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. ( P. 531)
● Trailer tires are inflated according to the trailer manufacture r’s recommen-
dation.
● All trailer lights work as required by law.
● All lights work each time you connect them.
● The trailer ball is set at the proper height for the coupler on the trailer.
● The trailer is level when it is hitched.
Do not drive if the trailer is not level, and check for imprope r tongue weight,
overloading, worn suspension, or other possible causes.
● The trailer cargo is securely loaded.
● The rear view mirrors conform to all applicable federal, state/provincial or
local regulations. If they do not, install rear view mirrors ap propriate for tow-
ing purposes.
● Depress “TOW/HAUL” button (if equipped)
■ AVS (adaptive variable suspension system) (if equipped)
The suspension can be switched for improvement in drivability. (P. 316)
■ Break-in schedule
If your vehicle is new or equipped with any new power train com ponents
(such as an engine, transmission, differential or wheel bearing ), Toyota rec-
ommends that you do not tow a trailer until the vehicle has bee n driven for
over 500 miles (800 km).
After the vehicle has been driven for over 500 miles (800 km), you can start
towing. However, for the next 500 miles (800 km), drive the veh icle at a speed
of less than 50 mph (80 km/h) when towing a trailer, and avoid full throttle
acceleration.
■ Maintenance
●If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent m aintenance due
to the additional load. (See “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “ Owner’s
Manual Supplement”.)
● Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approximately
600 miles (1000 km) of trailer towing.