
1894-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
■Vehicle speeds at which the 
system can operate
●Detectable object crossing the 
road assistance
Approximately 20 to 35 mph (30 to 
60 km/h)
●Detectable object on the side of 
the road assistance
Approximately 20 to 35 mph (30 to 
60 km/h)
●Preceding vehicle deceleration 
assistance
Approximately 15 mph (20 km/h) or 
more
●Curve decelerati on assistance
Approximately 15 mph (20 km/h) or 
more
■System operation will be can-
celed when
●In the following si tuations, system 
operation will be canceled :
• When the dynamic radar cruise  control is operating
• When the PCS is off
• Situations in whi ch some or all of 
the functions of the system cannot 
operate : P. 1 6 5
• When the P, R or N shift position is  selected
When the vehicle speed falls below 
approximately 9.3 mph (15 km/h)
Or when a certain vehicle speed 
has been reached, as judged by the 
system, according  to the surround-
ing conditions
●In the following si tuations, system 
operation may be canceled :
• When the brake control or output  restriction control of a driving sup-
port system operates
(For example: PCS, drive-start 
control)
• When the system determines that  a detected object has moved 
away from the vehicle
●In the following situations, system 
assistance may be canceled :
• When lane lines can no longer be 
detected
• When the brake  pedal has been 
depressed
• When the accelerator pedal has  been depressed
• When the steering wheel has 
been operated wi th more than a 
certain amount of force
• When the turn signal lever is oper-
ated to the left/right turn position
WARNING
■Situations in which the sys-
tem may not ope rate properly
●Situations in which the lane may 
not be detected :
P.166
●When a detectable object stops 
immediately before entering the 
path of the vehicle
●When passing extremely close 
to a detectable object behind a 
guardrail, fence, etc.
●When changing lanes while 
overtaking a detectable objec
●When passing a detectable 
object that is changing lanes or 
turning left/right
●When there are objects (guard-
rails, power poles,  trees, walls, 
fences, poles, traffic cones, 
mailboxes, etc.) in the surround-
ing area
●When there are patterns or a 
painting ahead of the vehicle 
that may be mistaken for a 
detectable object
●When passing through a place 
with a low structure above the 
road (tunnel with a low ceiling, 
traffic sign, signboard, etc.)
●When driving on snowy, icy, or 
rutted roads 

2244-5. Using the driving support systems
approaches from behind your 
vehicle at an angle
• When the vehicle is stopped at an 
angle to the road
• When a vehicle or bicycle  approaches from behind a parked 
vehicle at an angle
• When a parked vehicle, wall, sign,  person or other stationary object 
is behind the vehicle
• When an approaching vehicle or  bicycle suddenly changes direc-
tion
• When an approaching vehicle or  bicycle is traveling along a station-
ary object, such a wall or sign
• When the back door is open
• When a bicycle carrier, ramp, or  other accessory is  installed to the 
back of the vehicle
• When a vehicle or bicycle is 
approaching at high speed
• When towing with the vehicle
• When stopped on a steep slope
• When stopped on a curve or at the  exit of a curve Operate the driv
ing mode select 
switch forward or backward to select 
the desired driving mode on the 
multi-information display.
 Normal mode
Provides an optimal balance of fuel 
economy, quietness, and dynamic 
performance. Suitable for normal 
driving.
Sport mode
Controls the transmission and 
engine to provide quick, powerful 
acceleration. This mode also 
changes the steering feel, making it 
suitable for when agile driving 
response is desire d, such as when 
driving on roads w ith many curves.
When the sport mode is selected, 
sport mode indicator comes on.
 Eco drive mode
Helps the driver accelerate in an 
eco-friendly manner and improve 
Driving mode select 
switch
The driving modes can be 
selected to suit driving con-
dition.
Selecting a drive mode 

2264-5. Using the driving support systems
■Enhanced VSC (Enhanced 
Vehicle Stability Control)
Provides cooperative control of 
the ABS, TRAC, VSC and EPS.
Helps to maintai n directional 
stability when swerving on slip-
pery road surfaces by con-
trolling steering performance.
■The Secondary Collision 
Brake
When the SRS airbag sensor 
detects a collision and the sys-
tem operates, the brakes and 
brake lights are automatically 
controlled to reduce the vehicle 
speed and help reduce the pos-
sibility of further damage due to 
a secondary collision.
■TRAC (Traction Control)
Helps to maintain drive power 
and prevent the drive wheels 
from spinning when starting the 
vehicle or accelerating on slip-
pery roads
■Active Cornering Assist 
(ACA)
Helps to prevent the vehicle 
from drifting to the outer side by 
performing inner wheel brake 
control when attempting to 
accelerate while turning
■Hill-start assist control
Helps to reduce the backward 
movement of the vehicle when 
starting on an uphill
■EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing)
Employs an electric motor to 
reduce the amount of effort 
needed to turn the steering 
wheel.
■When the TRAC/VSC systems 
are operating
The slip indicator light will flash 
while the TRAC/VSC systems are 
operating.
■Disabling the TRAC system
If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt 
or snow, the TRAC system may 
reduce power from the engine to the 
wheels. Pressing   to turn the 
system off may make it easier for 
you to rock the vehicle in order to 
free it.
To turn the TRAC system off, quickly 
press and release  .
The “Traction Cont rol Turned OFF” 
will be shown on the multi-informa-
tion display.
Press   again to turn the system 
back on. 

2284-5. Using the driving support systems
●When the engine switch is turned 
off
●If only the TRAC system is turned 
off, the TRAC will turn on when 
vehicle speed increases
If both the TRAC and VSC sys-
tems are turned off, automatic 
re-enabling will not occur when 
vehicle speed increases.
■Operating conditions of Active 
Cornering Assist
The system operates when the fol-
lowing occurs.
●TRAC/VSC can operate
●The driver is at tempting to accel-
erate while turning
●The system detects that the vehi-
cle is drifting to the outer side
●The brake pedal is released
■Reduced effectiveness of the 
EPS system
The effectiveness of the EPS sys-
tem is reduced to prevent the sys-
tem from overheating when there is 
frequent steering input over an 
extended period of time. The steer-
ing wheel may feel heavy as a 
result. Should this occur, refrain 
from excessive steering input or 
stop the vehicle and turn the engine 
off. The EPS syst em should return 
to normal within 10 minutes.
■Secondary Collision Brake 
operating conditions
The system operates when the SRS 
airbag sensor detects a collision 
while the vehicle is in motion.
However, the system does not oper-
ate when the components are dam-
aged.
■Secondary Collision Brake 
automatic cancellation
The system is automatically can-
celed in any of th e following situa-
tions.
●The vehicle speed drops below 
approximately 0 mph (0 km/h)
●A certain amount of time elapses 
during operation
●The accelerator pedal is 
depressed a large amount
WARNING
■The ABS does not operate 
effectively when
●The limits of tire gripping perfor-
mance 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 normal conditions
The ABS is not designed to 
shorten the vehicle’s stopping dis-
tance. Always maintain a safe dis-
tance from the veh icle in front of 
you, especially in  the following sit-
uations:
●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
■TRAC/VSC may not operate 
effectively when
Directional control and power may 
not be achievable while driving on 
slippery road surfaces, even if the 
TRAC/VSC system is operating. 
Drive the vehicle  carefully in con-
ditions where stability and power 
may be lost. 

3137-1. Essential information
7
When trouble arises
more, or press it briefly 3 
times or more in succession.
5 Stop the vehicle in a safe 
place by the road.
If the door can be opened, 
open the door and exit the 
vehicle.
 If the door can not be opened, 
open the window using the 
power window switch and 
ensure an escape route.
 If the window can be opened, 
exit the vehicle through the 
window.
 If the door and window cannot 
be opened due to the rising 
water, remain calm, wait until 
the water level inside the 
vehicle rises to the point that 
the water pressure inside of 
the vehicle equals the water 
pressure outside of the vehi-
cle and then open the door 
after waiting for the rising 
water to enter the vehicle, and 
exit the vehicle. When the 
WARNING
■If the engine has to be turned 
off while driving
Power assist for the brakes and 
steering wheel will be lost, making 
the brake pedal harder to depress 
and the steering wheel heavier to 
turn. Decelerate as much as pos-
sible before turning off the engine.
If  the vehicle is sub-
merged or water on 
the road is rising
This vehicle is not designed 
to be able to drive on roads 
that are deeply flooded with 
water. Do not drive on roads 
where the roads may be 
submerged or the water 
may be rising. It is danger-
ous to remain in the vehicle, 
if it anticipated that the vehi-
cle will be flooded or set a 
drift. Remain calm and fol-
low the following. 

3187-2. Steps to take in an emergency
cle body.
6Enter the vehicle being towed 
and start the engine.
If the engine does not start, turn the 
engine switch to ON.
7Shift the shift lever to N and 
release the parking brake.
Turn automatic mode off. 
( P.143)
When the shift lever cannot 
be shifted:  P. 1 3 9
■While towing
If the engine is not running, the 
power assist for the brakes and 
steering will not  function, making 
steering and braking more difficult.
■Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is  installed in lug-
gage compartment. ( P.336, 347)
 Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air 
conditioning after use is nor-
mal.)
 Flat-looking tires or uneven 
tire wear
 Engine coolant temperature 
gauge needle continually 
points higher than normal.
 Changes in exhaust sound
 Excessive tire squeal when 
cornering
 Strange noises related to the 
suspension system
 Pinging or other noises 
related to the engine
 Engine missing, stumbling or 
running roughly
 Appreciable loss of power
 Vehicle pulls heavily to one 
If  you think something 
is wrong
If you notice any of the fol-
lowing symptoms, your 
vehicle probably needs 
adjustment or repair. Con-
tact your Toyota dealer as 
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms 

3227-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■ABS warning light
■Inappropriate pedal operation warning light* (warning buzzer)
*: This light illuminat es on the multi-information display.
■Electric power steering system warning light (warning 
buzzer)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
or
(Canada)
Indicates a malfunction in:
The ABS; or
 The brake assist system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer 
immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
When a buzzer sounds:
Brake Override System is malfunctioning
 Drive-Start Control is malfunctioning
 Drive-Start Cont rol is operating
 Follow the instructions di splayed on the multi-infor-
mation display. ( P.330)
When a buzzer does not sound:
Brake Override System is operating.
 Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake 
pedal.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Red)
or
(Yellow)
Indicates a malfunction in th e EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer 
immediately. 

3277-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
■Brake hold operated indicator
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not 
be heard due to being in a noisy 
location or audio sound.
■Front passenger detection sen-
sor, seat belt reminder and 
warning buzzer
●If luggage is placed on the front 
passenger seat, the front passen-
ger detection sensor may cause 
the warning light to flash and the 
warning buzzer to sound even if a 
passenger is not sitting in the 
seat.
●If a cushion is placed on the seat, 
the sensor may n ot detect a pas-
senger, and the warning light may 
not operate properly.
■SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors 
the airbag sensor assembly, front 
impact sensors, side impact sensors 
(front door), side  impact sensors 
(front), driver’s se at position sensor, 
driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front 
passenger seat belt buckle switch, 
“AIR BAG ON” indicator light, “AIR 
BAG OFF” indicator light, seat belt 
pretensioners, airbags, intercon-
necting wiring and  power sources. 
(  P.31)
■If the malfunction indicator 
lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
●Is the fuel t ank empty?
If it is, fill the f uel tank immediately.
●Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go o ff after several 
driving trips. If the light does not go off even after 
several trips, con
tact your Toyota 
dealer as soon as possible.
■Electric power steering system 
warning light (warning buzzer)
When the battery charge becomes 
insufficient or the  voltage temporar-
ily drops, the electric power steering 
system warning light may come on 
and the warning buzzer may sound.
■When the tire pressure warning 
light comes on
Inspect the tires to check if a tire is 
punctured.
If a tire is punctured:  P.334, 346
If none of the tires are punctured:
Turn the engine switch off then turn 
it to ON. Check if the tire pressure 
warning light com es on or blinks.
If the tire pressure warning light 
blinks for approximately 1 minute 
then stays on
There may be a malfunction in the 
tire pressure warning system. Have 
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota 
dealer immediately.
If the tire pressur e warning light 
comes on
1 After the temperature of the tires 
has lowered sufficiently, check 
the inflation pressure of each tire 
and adjust them to the specified 
level.
2 If the warning light does not turn 
off even after several minutes 
have elapsed, check that the 
inflation pressure  of each tire is 
at the specified level and perform 
initialization. ( P.288)
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer 
immediately.