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Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
For safety 
and securityMake sure to read through them
(Main topics: Child seat, theft deterrent system)
Plug-in hybrid 
systemPlug-in hybrid system features, charging method, 
etc.
(Main topics: Driving tips, charging methods)
Vehicle status 
information and 
indicatorsReading driving-related information
(Main topics: Meters, multi-information display)
Before driving
Opening and closing the doors and windows, 
adjustment before driving
(Main topics: Keys, doors, seats, power windows)
Driving
Operations and advice which are necessary for 
driving
(Main topics: Starting hybrid system, refueling)
Interior featuresUsage of the interior features
(Main topics: Air conditioner, storage features)
Maintenance 
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance 
procedures
(Main topics: Interior and exterior, light bulbs)
When trouble 
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction and emergency
(Main topics: 12-volt battery discharge, flat tire)
Vehicle 
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features
(Main topics: Fuel, oil, tire inflation pressure)
For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat 
belt, SRS airbag and headlight aim instructions for 
Canadian owners
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically 
     
        
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4TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safe Exit Assist .............359
Intuitive parking assist... 363
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic  Alert) function .............. 373
RCD (Rear Camera Detec- tion) function................ 378
PKSB (Parking Support  Brake).......................... 382
Parking Support Brake func- tion (static objects to the 
front and rear/static objects 
around the vehicle)...... 388
Parking Support Brake func- tion (rear-crossing vehicles).................................... 392
Parking Support Brake func- tion (rear pedestrians) . 393
Toyota Teammate Advanced  Park ............................. 395
Driving mode select switch .................................... 422
Driving assist systems .. 424
5-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips ......... 429
6-1. Using the air conditioning  system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ......................... 434
Heated steering wheel/seat  heaters/seat ventilators 443
6-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ............ 446
6-3. Using the storage features List of storage features . 450Luggage compartment fea-
tures ............................ 454
6-4. Using the other interior fea- tures
Other interior features ... 456
Power outlet (1500 W)... 468
When the power outlet (1500  W) cannot be used properly
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Garage door opener ...... 477
7-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ............ 486
Cleaning and protecting the  vehicle interior ............. 490
7-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements.................................... 494
General maintenance .... 495
Emission inspection and  maintenance (I/M) pro-
grams .......................... 498
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service pre-cautions ....................... 499
Hood .............................. 501
Positioning a floor jack .. 502
Engine compartment ..... 504
12-volt battery................ 511
Tires .............................. 513
Replacing the tire .......... 526
Tire inflation pressure .... 532
Wheels .......................... 534
Air conditioning filter ...... 53
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6Interior features
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2465-1. Before driving
due to sudden start restraint con-
trol operation, deactivate TRAC 
( P.425) so that the vehicle may 
become able to escape from the 
mud or fresh snow.Cargo and luggage
Take notice of the following 
information about storage 
precautions, cargo capacity 
and load:
WARNING
■Things that must not be car-
ried in the luggage compart-
ment
The following things may cause a 
fire if loaded in the luggage com-
partment:
●Receptacles containing gaso-
line
●Aerosol cans
■Storage precautions
Observe the following precau-
tions.
Failure to do so may prevent the 
pedals from being depressed 
properly, may block the driver’s 
vision, or may result in items hit-
ting the driver or passengers, pos-
sibly causing an accident.
●Stow cargo and luggage in the 
luggage compartment when-
ever possible.
●Do not stack cargo and luggage 
in the luggage compartment 
higher than the seatbacks.
●When you fold down the rear 
seats, long items should not be 
placed directly behind the front 
seats.
●Never allow anyone to ride in 
the luggage compartment. It is 
not designed for passengers. 
They should ride in their seats 
with their seat belts properly 
fastened. 
     
        
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Interior features
Interior features
6-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning  system ....................... 434
Heated steering wheel/seat  heaters/seat ventilators
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6-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list .......... 446
6-3. Using the storage features List of storage features 450
Luggage compartment fea- tures .......................... 454
6-4. Using the other interior  features
Other interior features . 456
Power outlet (1500 W) 468
When the power outlet  (1500 W) cannot be used 
properly ..................... 475
Garage door opener.... 477 
     
        
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4506-3. Using the storage features
6-3.Using the storage features
Ticket holders (P.452)
Glove box ( P.451)
Bottle holders ( P.452)
Cup holders ( P.451)
Console box ( P.451)
Side tray ( P.453)
Open tray ( P.452)
List of storage features
Location of the storage features
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WARNING
■Items that should not be left 
in the vehicle
Do not leave glasses, lighters or 
spray cans in the storage spaces, 
as this may cause the following 
when cabin temperature becomes 
high:
●Glasses may be deformed by 
heat or cracked if they come 
into contact with other stored 
items.
●Lighters or spray cans may 
explode. If they come into con-
tact with other stored items, the 
lighter may catch fire or the 
spray can may release gas, 
causing a fire hazard. 
     
        
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4516-3. Using the storage features
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Interior features
Pull up the lever to open the 
glove box.
■Glove box light
The glove box light turns on when 
the tail lights are on.
Push the button to release the 
lock, and open the lid.
■Front
■Rear
Pull the rear armrest down.
Glove box
WARNING
■Caution while driving
Keep the glove box closed. In the 
event of sudden braking or sud-
den swerving, an accident may 
occur due to an occupant being 
struck by the open glove box or 
the items stored inside.
Console box
WARNING
■Caution while driving
Keep the console box closed.
Injuries may result in the event of 
an accident or sudden braking.
Cup holders
WARNING
■Items unsuitable for the cup 
holders
Do not place anything other than 
cups, beverage cans or bottles
* in 
the cup holders.
Other items may be thrown out of 
the holders in the event of an 
accident or sudden braking, 
cause injury. If possible, cover hot 
drinks to prevent burns.
*: Front cup holders only 
     
        
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4526-3. Using the storage features
■Front
■Rear
■Bottle holders
●When storing a bottle, close the 
cap.
●The bottle may not be stored 
depending on its size or shape.
Flip the sun visor down to use.
■Using the upper tray
■Using the lower tray
Push the knob and remove the 
upper tray.
Bottle holders
NOTICE
■Items that should be not 
stowed in the bottle holders
Do not place open bottles or glass 
and paper cups containing liquid 
in the bottle holders. The contents 
may spill and glasses may break.
Ticket holders
Open tray 
     
        
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4536-3. Using the storage features
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Interior features
The item such as smartphone 
can be stowed.
■When using USB Type-C 
charging ports in the console 
box
The shape of the console box allows 
power cables to be passed through 
when the console box lid is closed.
WARNING
■Items unsuitable for the open 
tray
Observe the following precautions 
when putting items in the open 
tray. Failure to do so may cause 
items to be thrown out of the tray 
in the event of sudden braking or 
steering. In these cases, the items 
may interfere with pedal operation 
or cause driver distraction, result-
ing in an accident.
●Do not store items in the tray 
that can easily shift or roll out.
●Do not stack items in the tray 
higher than the tray’s edge.
●Do not put items in the tray that 
may protrude over the tray’s 
edge.
Side tray
WARNING
■Items unsuitable for the open 
tray
Do not store items in the tray that 
can easily shift or roll out. Failure 
to do so may cause items to be 
thrown out of the tray in the event 
of sudden braking or steering. In 
these cases, the items may inter-
fere with pedal operation or cause 
driver distraction,  resulting in an 
accident.