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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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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
2144-2. Driving procedures
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Engine (ignition) switch
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is in P.
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
and a message will be dis-
played on the multi-information dis-
play.
If it is not displayed, the engine
cannot be started.
Press the engine switch shortly
and firmly.
When operating the engine switch,
one short, firm press is enough. It
is not necessary to press and hold
the switch.
The engine will crank until it starts
or for up to 30 seconds, whichever
is less.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal until the engine is completely
started.
The engine can be started from
any engine switch mode.
Performing the following opera tions when carrying the elec-
tronic key on your person starts the engine or changes engine
switch modes.
Starting the engine
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Stop the vehicle.
Set the parking brake (P. 226), and shift the shift lever to P.
Press the engine switch.
Release the brake pedal and chec k that the display on the instru-
ment cluster is off.
OFF
The emergency flashers can be
used.
ACC
Some electrical components such
as the audio system can be used.
“ACCESSORY” will be displayed
on the multi-information display.
ON
All electrical components can be
used.
“IGNITION ON” will be displayed
on the multi-information display.
*: If the shift lever is in a position other than P when turning off the
engine, the engine switch will be
turned to ACC, not to off.
Stopping the engine
Changing engine switch modes
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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 not 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 engine 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 malf unction 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 malfunction. Contact
your Toyota dealer immediately.
2454-4. Refueling
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WARNING
■When refueling the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle. Failure to do
so may result in death or serious injury.
● After exiting the vehicle and before opening the fuel door, touch an
unpainted metal surface to discharge any static electricity. It is important to
discharge static electricity before refueling because sparks resulting from
static electricity can cause fuel vapors to ignite while refueling.
● Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly t o remove it.
A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened.
Wait until the sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap. In hot
weather, pressurized fuel may spray out the filler neck and cau se injury.
● Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their
body to come close to an open fuel tank.
● Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled.
● Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.
● Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically
charged.
This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a p ossible ignition
hazard.
■ When refueling
Observe the following precautions to prevent fuel overflowing from the fuel
tank:
● Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck.
● Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically click s off.
● Do not top off the fuel tank.
NOTICE
■Refueling
Do not spill fuel during refueling.
Doing so may damage the vehicle, such as causing the emission c ontrol
system to operate abnormally, damage fuel system, or damage the vehi-
cle’s painted surface.
5288-1. Specifications
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Cooling system
Capacity
Vehicles without towing package
13.1 qt. (12.4 L, 10.9 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with towing package
14.1 qt. (13.3 L, 11.7 Imp.qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following:• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• A similar high-quality ethylene glycol-
based non-silicate, non-amine, non-
nitrite, and non-borate coolant with
long-life hybrid organic acid technol-
ogy
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
Make
GapDENSO SK20HR11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■ Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark pl ug gap.
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at
68 °F (20 °C):12.6 12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 12.4 V Half charged
11.8 12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage checked 20 minutes after the
engine and all the lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.
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EDR (Event data recorder) ........ 11
Electronically modulated air suspension ....................... 311
Emergency flashers ................ 462
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds ................................ 472
If a warning light turns on ....................................... 472
If a warning message
is displayed......................... 481
If the engine will not start ...... 507
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 511
If the vehicle is submerged or water on
the road is rising ................. 465
If you have a flat tire ............. 493
If you think something is wrong .............................. 470
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 518
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 463
If your vehicle needs to be towed ......................... 466
If your vehicle overheats ....... 515 Engine
Compartment ........................ 417
Engine switch ....................... 214
Hood ..................................... 416
How to start the engine......... 214
Identification number ............ 524
If the engine will not start ...... 507
Ignition switch
(engine switch) ................... 214
Overheating .......................... 515
Engine coolant......................... 421
Capacity................................ 528
Checking............................... 421
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 336
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 94
Engine immobilizer system ...... 76
Engine oil ................................. 418 Capacity................................ 526
Checking............................... 418
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 336
Engine switch .......................... 214
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 11
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