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Driving assist systems
◆ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Helps to prevent wheel lock when the brakes are applied suddenly, or if the
brakes are applied while driving on a slippery road surface
◆Brake assist (if equipped)
Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal is
depressed when the system detects a panic stop situation
◆VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) (if equipped)
Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or turning on
slippery road surfaces
◆TRC (Traction Control) for Pre Runner and H2 position on 4WD
models (if equipped)
Helps to maintain drive power and pr event the drive wheels from spinning
when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads
◆A-TRC (Active Traction Control) for H4 and L4 position on 4WD
models (if equipped)
Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the four wheels from spinning
when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads
◆Hill-start assist control (if equipped)
Helps to reduce the backward movement of the vehicle when starting on
an uphill
◆Emergency brake signal (if equipped)
When the brakes are applied suddenly, the emergency flashers automati-
cally flash to alert the vehicle behind.
To keep driving safety and performance, the following systems
operate automatically in response to various driving situations.
Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and
should not be relied upon too heavily when operating the vehi-
cle.
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■ Operating conditions of emergency brake signal
When the following conditions are met, the emergency brake signal will oper-
ate:
● The emergency flashers are off.
● Actual vehicle speed is over 55 km/h (35 mph).
● The system judges from the vehicle deceleration that it is a sudden braking
operation.
■ Automatic system cancelation of emergency brake signal
The emergency brake signal will be canceled in any of the following situa-
tions:
● The emergency flashers are turned on.
● The system judges from the vehicle deceleration that is not a sudden brak-
ing operation.
WARNING
■ The ABS does not operate effectively when
● The limits of tire gripping performance 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 nor-
mal conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always
maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, especially in the
following situations:
● 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
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WARNING
■TRC/A-TRC/VSC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if the TRC/A-TRC/VSC system is operating.
Drive the vehicle carefully in conditions where stability and power may be
lost.
■ Hill-start assist control does not operate effectively when
● Do not overly rely on the hill-start assist control. The hill-start assist control
may not operate effectively on steep inclines and roads covered with ice.
● Unlike the parking brake, the hill-start assist control is not intended to hold
the vehicle stationary for an extended period of time. Do not attempt to use
the hill-start assist control to hold the vehicle on an incline, as doing so
may lead to an accident.
■ When the TRC/VSC/Trailer Sway Control is activated
The slip indicator flashes. Always drive carefully.
Reckless driving may cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the
indicator flashes.
■ When the TRC/A-TRC/VSC/Trailer Sway Control systems are turned off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road condi-
tions. As these are the systems to help ensure vehicle stability and driving
force, do not turn the TRC/A-TRC/VSC/Trailer Sway Control systems off
unless necessary.
■ Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern and
total load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the
recommended tire inflation pressure level.
The ABS, TRC, A-TRC, VSC, Trailer Sway Control, hill-start assist control
and downhill assist control systems will not function correctly if different tires
are installed on the vehicle.
Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer for further information when replacing tires or wheels.
■ Handling of tires and the suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect
the driving assist systems, and may cause a system to malfunction.
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Audio system types
Vehicles with navigation system or multimedia system
Refer to the “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual” or
“Multimedia Owner’s Manual”
Vehicles without navigation system or multimedia system
CD player with AM/FM radio
■ Using cellular phones
Interference may be heard through the audio system’s speakers if a cellular
phone is being used inside or close to the vehicle while the audio system is
operating.
■ Trademarks and registered trademarks
The company names and product names regarding the audio system are the
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
: If equipped
NOTICE
■ To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the audio system on longer than necessary with the engine
stopped.
■ To avoid damaging the audio system
Be careful not to spill drinks or other fluids over the audio system.
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Optimal use of the audio system
“TUNE•SELECT” knob
Press: Displays the “SETUP”
menu/Selects the mode
Turn: Changes the following
settings
• “Sound Setting”
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• “RADIO”
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• “Bluetooth”
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•“TEL”
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Day mode button
When the headlights are turned on, the screen dims.
However, the screen can be switched to day mode (full brightness) by
selecting day mode.
The screen will stay in day mode when the headlights are turned on until
day mode is selected again.
■Changing sound quality modes
Press the “TUNE•SELECT” knob.
Turn the knob to select “Sound Setting”.
Press the knob.
Turn the knob as corresponds to the desired mode.
“BASS”, “TREBLE”, “FADER”, “BAL ANCE”, or “ASL” can be selected.
Press the knob.
The sound quality, volume balance and ASL settings can be
adjusted and the day mode can be selected.
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■Updating the station list
Press (LIST)
The station list will be displayed.
Press (UPDATE) to update the list.
“Updating” is displayed while the searching is in process, beep will be
heard after the searching and then available stations will be listed on the
display.
To cancel the updating process, press (BACK).
■Selecting a station from the station list
Press (LIST).
The station list will be displayed.
Turn the “TUNE•SELECT” knob to select a station.
To return to the previous display, press (BACK).
Press the knob to tune in the station.
This feature allows your radio to receive station.
■Listening to stations of the same network
Press the “TUNE•SELECT” knob.
Turn the knob to “RADIO” and press the knob.
Turn the knob as corresponds to the desired mode: “FM AF” or
“Region code”.
Press the knob to select “ON” or “OFF”.
FM AF ON mode:
The station among those of the same network with strong recep-
tion is selected.
Region code ON mode:
The station among those of the same network with strong recep-
tion and broadcasting the same program is selected.
Using the station list
RDS (Radio Data System)
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Press the (TEXT) to display or hide the album title.
If there are continuing texts, is displayed.
Press and hold (TEXT) until you hear a beep to display the remaining
texts.
■ About iPod
● Use of the Made for Apple badge means that an accessory has been
designed to connect specifically to the Apple product(s) identified in the
badge, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance
standards.
● Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance
with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this
accessory with an Apple product may affect wireless performance.
● iPhone, iPod, iPod touch, and iPod nano are trademarks of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.
■ iPod functions
● When an iPod is connected and the audio source is changed to iPod mode,
the iPod will resume play from the same point in which it was last used.
● Depending on the iPod that is connected to the system, certain functions
may not be available. Disconnecting the device and reconnecting it once
again may resolve some malfunctions.
● While connected to the system, the iPod cannot be operated with its own
controls. It is necessary to use the controls of the vehicle’s audio system
instead.
Switching the display
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■USB memory functions
● Depending on the USB memory that is connected to the system, the device
itself may not be operable and certain functions may not be available. If the
device is inoperable or a function is unavailable due to a malfunction (as
opposed to a system specification), disconnecting the device and recon-
necting it once again may resolve the problem.
● If the USB memory still does not begin operation after being disconnected
and reconnected, format the memory.
■ Display
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■ Error messages
If an error message is displayed, refer to the following table and take the
appropriate measures. If the problem is not rectified, take the vehicle to any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
MessageCause/Correction procedures
“USB ERROR”
This indicates that the data in the USB mem-
ory cannot be read or that the connected USB
device is not supported.
“ERROR 3”This indicates that the USB memory may be
malfunctioning.
“ERROR 4”This indicates that an over current error has
occurred.
“ERROR 5”
This indicates that the USB memory commu-
nication error has occurred, has a version
error, or that there is no response when USB
memory is inserted (enumeration error).
“NO MUSIC”This indicates that no MP3/WMA/AAC files
are included on the USB memory device.
“Hubs are not supported”This indicates that the hub connect error
occurs.