
2464-2. Driving procedures
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Parking brake
Sets the parking brake
Fully pull the parking brake while
depressing the brake pedal.
At this time, the parking brake indi-
cator light will come on.
Releases the parking brake
Slightly raise the lever and lower it
completely while pressing the but-
ton.
At this time, the parking brake indi-
cator light will go off.
■ Parking the vehicle
P. 191
■ Parking brake engaged warning buzzer
P. 571
■ Usage in winter time
P. 373
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■Before driving
Fully release the parking brake.
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake
wear.

4466-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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■Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and
the ambient conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow
immediately after is pressed.
■ Fogging up of the windows
● The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.
Turning on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the wind-
shield effectively.
● If you turn off, the windows may fog up more easily.
● The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
■ 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.
■ Outside/recirculated air mode
● Setting to the recirculated air mode temporarily is recommended in prevent-
ing dirty air from entering the vehicle interior and helping to cool the vehicle
when the outside air temperature is high.
● Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the
temperature setting or the inside temperature.
■ Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode (if equipped)
● In Eco drive mode, the air conditioning system is controlled as follows to pri-
oritize fuel efficiency:
• Engine speed and compressor operation controlled to restrict heating/
cooling capacity
• Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected
● To improve air conditioning performance, perform the following operations.
• Adjust the fan speed
• Turn off Eco drive mode
• Adjust the temperature setting
■ When the outside temperature falls to nearly 0°C (32°F)
The dehumidification function may not operate even when is pressed.

4506-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Heated steering wheel/seat heaters
: If equipped
Heated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips of the
steering wheel and seats, respectively.
WARNING
● Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories
comes in contact with the steering wheel and seats when the heater is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-
lenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Observe the following precautions to prevent minor burns or overheating:
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat
heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE
● Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
● To prevent battery discharge, do not use the functions when the engine is
not running.

4616-3. Using the storage features
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Interior features
*: The shape of the auxiliary box may differ depending on the grade, etc.
●Air conditioning-linked temperature regulation function (type A) (if
equipped):
By introducing air from the air conditioning system into the auxiliary box,
canned drinks etc. can be kept hot or cold. However, as the temperature
inside the auxiliary box will become the same as the temperature of the air
flowing from the air conditioning sy stem, extreme heating and cooling are
not possible. In high humidity condition, be careful of objects inside the aux-
iliary box, as condensation may form.
● Using the air conditioning-linked temperature regulation function (type A) (if
equipped):
Allow the air conditioning system to operate, and use or to
select either or . ( P. 434, 442)
Adjust the temperature. ( P. 434, 441)
Type G (if equipped)
Open the air intake lid inside the aux-
iliary box.
To blow a large amount of air into the
auxiliary box, close the passenger
side vent. ( P. 437, 445)
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6108-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If your vehicle overheats
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning sys-
tem, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled down sufficiently, inspect the hoses and
radiator core (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact any
authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or
any reliable repairer.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
● The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (P. 128)
enters the red zone or a loss of engine power is experienced.
(For example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)
● Vehicles with multi-information display: “Engine Coolant Temp
High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is shown on the
multi-information display.
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
Correction procedures
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664Alphabetical index
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Child safety ................................ 64
Airbag precautions .................. 47
Battery precautions ....... 497, 608
Child restraint system ............. 65
How your child should
wear the seat belt ................. 42
Installing child restraints.... 88, 91
Power window lock
switch.................................. 184
Power window precautions ... 186
Rear door child-protectors .... 154
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 518
Seat belt precautions .............. 44
Seat heater precautions ........ 450
Child-protectors ....................... 154
Cleaning............................ 472, 476
Exterior.................................. 472
Interior ................................... 476
Seat belts .............................. 477
Wheels .................................. 473
Clock ......................................... 465
Clutch........................................ 638
Coat hooks ............................... 469
Condenser ................................ 493
Console box ............................. 457
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 610
Cruise control
Cruise control ........................ 316
Dynamic radar cruise
control................................. 300
Cup holders .............................. 458
Curtain shield airbags ............... 45
DAC ........................................... 363
Daytime running light
system .................................... 251
Deck hooks .............................. 463
Defogger
Outside rear view
mirrors ........................ 435, 444
Rear window ................. 435, 444
Windshield .................... 435, 443
Differential
Oil ......................................... 637
Dimension ................................ 620
Display
Cruise control........................ 316
Dynamic radar cruise
control................................. 300
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert with Yaw Assist
Function) ............................ 289
Multi-information display ....... 133
Trip information ..................... 135
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 482
Doors
Door glasses ......................... 183
Door lock............................... 151
Open door warning light........ 570
Outside rear view mirrors...... 180
Rear door child-protectors .... 154
Side doors............................. 151
Downhill assist control
system .................................... 363
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter)
system .................................... 368
Warning message ................. 578
Drive-Start Control .................. 193
Driver’s seat belt
reminder light ........................ 570
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Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 194
Correct posture ....................... 38
Procedures............................ 190
Winter drive tips .................... 373
Dynamic radar cruise
control .................................... 300
Function ................................ 300
Warning message ................. 580
Eco Driving Indicator....... 124, 126
Emergency flashers................. 554
Electronic key
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 600
Replacing the battery ............ 516
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 566
If a warning light turns on ...... 566
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 600
If the engine will not start ...... 598
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 604
If the vehicle is submerged or
water on the road is
rising ................................... 557
If you have a flat tire.............. 581
If you lose your keys ............. 149
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls.................. 614
If you think something is
wrong .................................. 564
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 615
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency.......................... 555
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 559
If your vehicle overheats ....... 610
Engine
“ACC” position ...................... 220
Compartment ........................ 486
Engine switch................ 219, 222
Hood ..................................... 484
How to start the
engine......................... 219, 222
Identification number ............ 625
If the engine will not start ...... 598
If you run out of fuel and the
engine stalls ....................... 614
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency.......................... 555
Ignition switch
(engine switch) ........... 219, 222
Overheating .......................... 610
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 634
Checking ............................... 492
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 373
Engine coolant
temperature gauge ................ 129
Engine immobilizer system .... 113
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 628
Checking ............................... 489
Oil level warning light ............ 570
Oil pressure warning light ..... 566
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 373
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MP3 disc ................................... 389
Multi-information display
Cruise control ........................ 316
Dynamic radar cruise
control................................. 300
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert with Yaw Assist
Function)............................. 289
PCS (Pre-Collision
System) .............................. 273
Trip information ..................... 135
Multimedia system*
Navigation system*
Odometer .................................. 129
Oil
Differential oil ........................ 637
Engine oil .............................. 628
Manual transmission oil ........ 636
Transfer oil ............................ 637
Opener
Fuel filler door ....................... 260
Hood ..................................... 484
Outer foot lights
Location ................................ 453
Replacing light bulbs ............. 545
Wattage................................. 643
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 180
Adjusting and folding............. 180
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers............................ 444
Outside temperature
display .................................... 129
Overhead console.................... 460
Overheating, Engine ................ 610
Paddle shift switches .............. 233
Parking assist sensor
(Toyota parking
assist-sensor) ........................ 320
Parking brake
Operation .............................. 246
Parking brake indicator
light..................................... 571
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .... 272
Enabling/disabling the
system ................................ 276
Function ................................ 273
Warning light ......................... 569
Warning message ................. 579
Personal lights ......................... 453
Switch ................................... 454
Wattage ................................ 643
Power heater .................... 436, 444
Power outlets ........................... 466
Power steering
Fluid ...................................... 639
Warning light ......................... 567
Power windows
Jam protection function......... 184
Operation .............................. 183
Window lock switch............... 184
Pre-Collision System (PCS) .... 272
Enabling/disabling the
system ................................ 276
Function ................................ 273
Warning light ......................... 569
Warning message ................. 579
Quarter windows ..................... 187
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*: Refer to “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual” or
“Multimedia Owner’s Manual”.