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1274-1. Before driving
4
Driving
When the following unusual
operation is performed with the
accelerator pedal depressed,
the engine output may be
restrained.
When the shift lever is shifted
to R
*.
When the shift lever is shifted
from P or R to forward drive
shift position such as D
*.
When the system o perates, a mes-
sage appears on the multi-informa-
tion display. Read the message and
follow the instruction.
*: Depending on the situation, the shift position may not be
changed.
■Drive-Start Control (DSC)
When the TRAC is turned off
NOTICE
■When parking the vehicle
Always set the parking brake and
shift the shift lever to P. Failure to
do so may cause the vehicle to
move or the vehi cle may acceler-
ate suddenly if the accelerator
pedal is accidentally depressed.
■Avoiding damage to vehicle
parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel
fully in either direction and hold
it there for an extended period
of time.
Doing so may damage the
power steering motor.
●When driving over bumps in the
road, drive as slowly as possible
to avoid damagi ng the wheels,
underside of the vehicle, etc.
■If you get a flat tire while driv-
ing
A flat or damaged tire may cause
the following situations. Hold the
steering wheel firmly and gradu-
ally depress the brake pedal to
slow down the vehicle.
●It may be difficult to control your
vehicle.
●The vehicle will make abnormal
sounds or vibrations.
●The vehicle will lean abnor-
mally.
Information on what to do in case
of a flat tire (
P.334,346)
■When encountering flooded
roads
Do not drive on a road that has
flooded after heavy rain etc.
Doing so may cause the following
serious damage to the vehicle:
●Engine stalling
●Short in electrical components
●Engine damage caused by
water immersion
In the event that you drive on a
flooded road and the vehicle
becomes flooded or stuck in mud
or sand, be sure to have your Toy-
ota dealer check the following:
●Brake function
●Changes in the quantity and
quality of the engine oil, tran-
saxle fluid, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the bear-
ings and suspension joints
(where possible), and the func-
tion of all joints, bearings, etc.
Sudden start restraint
control (Drive-Start Con-
trol [DSC])
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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
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414Alphabetical Index
Ignition switch (engine switch)........................................... 133
Overheating ......................... 362
Tachometer ............................ 72
Engine coolant Capacity ............................... 369
Checking .............................. 277
Preparing and c hecking before
winter.................................. 230
Engine coolant temperature gauge................................. 72, 75
Engine immobilizer system ..... 64
Engine oil Capacity ............................... 368
Checking .............................. 275
Preparing and c hecking before
winter.................................. 230
Warning light ........................ 321
Engine switch ......................... 133 Auto power off function ........ 136
Changing the engine switch modes ................................ 135
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency................. 312
Enhanced VSC ........................ 226
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ............................................... 226Warning light ........................ 322
Event data recorder (EDR)......... 8
F
Flat tire Tire pressure warning system........................................... 285
Vehicles without a spare tire 334
Floor mats ................................. 24
Fluid Brake .................................... 370
Continuously variable transmis-sion..................................... 369
Washer ................................. 281 Fog lights ................................153
Replacing light bulbs ............309
Switch ...................................153
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............309
Switch ...................................153
Front passenger occupant clas- sification system ....................40
Front seats Adjustment ...........................107
Cleaning ...............................262
Correct driving posture ...........25
Head restraints ..................... 110
Seat heaters ....... ..................241
Front side marker lights Light switch...........................148
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............309
Turn signal lever ...................141
Fuel Capacity ...............................367
Fuel gauge .......................72, 75
Fuel pump shut off system ...319
Information ......... ..................373
Refueling ..............................157
Type......................................367
Warning light.........................323
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy ......79, 84
Current fuel consumption .79, 84
Fuel economy .....................79, 84
Fuel filler door Refueling ..............................157
Fuel gauge...........................72, 75
Fuel pump shut off system ....319
Fuses .......................................306
G
Gauges ................................72, 75
Glove box ................................246
Glove box light........................246
Grocery bag hooks .................248