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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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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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B
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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
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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.