Toyota Camry (2021 year). Manual in english - part 4

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Cargo capacity
Total  load  capacity  (vehicle
capacity weight) (

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P. 584)

When  2  people  with  the  combined  weight  of A  lb.  (kg)  are  riding  in
your vehicle, which has a total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight)
of B lb. (kg), the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity
will be C lb. (kg) as follows: 
B

*

2

 lb. (kg) - A

*

1

 lb. (kg) = C

*

3

 lb. (kg)

*

1

: A =Weight of people 

*

2

: B =Total load capacity 

*

3

: C =Available cargo and luggage load

In this condition, if 3 more passengers with the combined weight of D

lb. (kg) get on, the available cargo and luggage load will be reduced E

lb. (kg) as follows:

C lb. (kg) - D

*

4

 lb. (kg) = E

*

5

 lb. (kg)

*

4

: D =Additional weight of people 

*

5

: E =Available cargo and luggage load

As  shown  in  the  example  above,  if  the  number  of  occupants
increases, the cargo and luggage load will be reduced by an amount
that equals the increased weight due to the additional occupants. In
other  words,  if  an  increase  in  the  number  of  occupants  causes  an
excess of the total load capacity (combined weight of occupants plus
cargo and luggage load), you must reduce the cargo and luggage on
your vehicle. 

Calculation formula for your vehicle

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WARNING

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Things that must not be carried in the trunk

The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the trunk:

●

Receptacles containing gasoline

●

Aerosol cans

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Storage precautions

Observe the following precautions. 

Failure to do so may prevent the pedals from being depressed properly,

may block the driver’s vision, or may result in items hitting the driver or

passengers, possibly causing an accident.

●

Stow cargo and luggage in the trunk whenever possible.

●

To prevent cargo and luggage from sliding forward during braking, do

not stack anything in the enlarged trunk. Keep cargo and luggage low,

as close to the floor as possible.

●

Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations.
• At the feet of the driver

• On the front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)

• On the package tray

• On the instrument panel

• On the dashboard

• Tray that has no lid

●

Secure all items in the occupant compartment.

●

Fold-down  type  rear  seat:  When  you  fold  down  the  rear  seats,  long

items should not be placed directly behind the front seats.

●

Fold-down type rear seat: Never allow anyone to ride in the enlarged

trunk. It is not designed for passengers. They should ride in their seats

with their seat belts properly fastened.

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Capacity and distribution

●

Do  not  exceed  the  maximum  axle  weight  rating  or  the  total  vehicle

weight rating. 

●

Even if the total load of occupant’s weight and the cargo load is less

than the total load capacity, do not apply the load unevenly. Improper

loading  may  cause  deterioration  of  steering  or  braking  control  which

may cause death or serious injury.

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◆

Total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight): 



P. 584

Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants, cargo
and luggage. 

◆

Seating capacity: 



P. 585

Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants whose
estimated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person. 

◆

Towing capacity

Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. 

◆

Cargo capacity

Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight
and the number of occupants. 

■

Total load capacity and seating capacity

These details are also described on the tire and loading information label.

(

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P. 497)

Vehicle load limits

Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity,
towing capacity and cargo capacity. 

WARNING

■

Overloading the vehicle

Do not overload the vehicle.

It  may  not  only  cause  damage  to  the  tires,  but  also  degrade  steering

and braking ability, resulting in an accident. 

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Trailer towing

Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.
Toyota also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch
or the use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicy-
cle, etc. Your vehicle is not designed for trailer towing or for the
use of tow hitch mounted carriers.

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Dinghy towing

Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels
on the ground) behind a motor home. 

NOTICE

■

To avoid serious damage to your vehicle

Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground.

■

To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission (2WD models)

■

To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission and AWD sys-
tem (AWD models)

Never tow this vehicle from the rear with
the front wheels on the ground.
This  may  cause  serious  damage  to  the
transmission.

Never  tow  this  vehicle  with  any  of  the
wheels on the ground. 
This  may  cause  serious  damage  to  the
transmission and AWD system.

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4-2. Driving procedures

Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is in P.
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
Turn  the  engine  switch  to  the  “START”  position  and  start  the
engine.

“LOCK”

The  steering  wheel  is  locked  and
the key can be removed. (The key
can  be  removed  only  when  the
shift lever is in P.)

“ACC”

Some  electrical  components  such
as the audio system can be used.

“ON”

All electrical components can be used.

“START”

For starting the engine.

■

Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK”

Shift the shift lever to P. (

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P. 219)

■

If “Not Ready to Drive” is displayed on the multi-information display

Depress  the  brake  pedal  and  then  turn  the  engine  switch  to  the  “START”
position to start the engine.

Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a 

smart key system)

Starting the engine

Changing the engine switch positions

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2

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4

1

2

Push  in  the  key  and  turn  it  to  the
“LOCK” position.

3

4

1

2

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When “Check Fuel Cap” is displayed on the multi-information display



P. 249

■

If the engine does not start

The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (



P. 79) 

Contact your Toyota dealer.

■

When the steering lock cannot be released

■

Key reminder function

A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened while the engine switch is in
the “LOCK” or “ACC” position to remind you to remove the key.

When  starting  the  engine,  the  engine
switch  may  seem  stuck  in  the  “LOCK”
position. To free it, turn the key while turn-
ing  the  steering  wheel  slightly  left  and
right.

WARNING

■

When starting the engine

Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the
accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

■

Caution when driving

Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position while driving. If, in an
emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn
the engine switch only to the “ACC” position to stop the engine. An accident
may result if the engine is stopped while driving. (



P. 527)

NOTICE

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the engine switch in the “ACC” or “ON” position for long peri-
ods of time without the engine running.

■

When starting the engine

●

Do  not  crank  the  engine  for  more  than  30  seconds  at  a  time. This  may
overheat the starter and wiring system.

●

Do not race a cold engine.

●

If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehi-
cle checked by your Toyota dealer immediately.

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Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is in P. 
Firmly depress the brake pedal.

 and a message will be displayed on the multi-information display. 

If it is not displayed, the engine cannot be started.

Press the engine switch shortly
and firmly.

When operating the engine switch,
one  short,  firm  press  is  enough.  It
is not necessary to press and hold
the switch.
The engine will crank until it starts
or for up to 30 seconds, whichever
is less.
Continue  depressing  the  brake
pedal until the engine is completely
started.
The  engine  can  be  started  from
any engine switch mode.

Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a 

smart key system)

Performing  the  following  operations  when  carrying  the  elec-
tronic key on your person starts the engine or changes engine
switch modes.

Starting the engine

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Stop the vehicle.
Set the parking brake (



P. 226, 227), and shift the shift lever to P.

Press the engine switch.

Driving-related data will be displayed on the multi-information display.

■

Automatic engine shut off feature

●

The  vehicle  is  equipped  with  a  feature  that  automatically  shuts  off  the
engine when the shift lever is in P with the engine running for an extended
period.

●

The  engine  will  automatically  shut  off  after  approximately  1  hour  if  it  has
been left running while the shift lever is in P.

●

The  timer  for  the  automatic  engine  shut  off  feature  will  reset  if  the  brake
pedal is depressed or if the shift lever is in a position other than P.

●

After  the  vehicle  is  parked,  if  the  door  is  locked  with  the  door  lock  switch
(



P. 151) from the inside or the mechanical key (



P. 569) from the outside,

the automatic engine shut off feature will be disabled. The timer for the auto-
matic  engine  shut  off  feature  will  be  re-enabled  if  the  driver’s  door  is
opened.

Stopping the engine

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Modes can be changed by pressing the engine switch with the brake
pedal released. (The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.)

Off

*

The  emergency  flashers  can  be
used.
The  multi-information  display  will
not be displayed.

ACCESSORY mode

Some  electrical  components  such
as the audio system can be used.
A  message  indicating  how  to  start
the engine will be displayed on the
multi-information display.

IGNITION ON mode

All electrical components can be used.

*

: If the shift lever is in a position other than P when turning off the engine,

the engine switch will be turned to ACCESSORY mode, not to off.

If the engine is stopped with the shift lever in a position other than P,
the  engine  switch  will  not  be  turned  off  but  instead  be  turned  to
ACCESSORY  mode.  Perform  the  following  procedure  to  turn  the
switch off:

Check that the parking brake is set.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Check  that  “Turn Power  Off”  is  displayed on the multi-information
display and then press the engine switch once.
Check  that  “Turn  Power  Off”  on  the  multi-information  display  is
turned off.

Changing engine switch modes

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2

3

When stopping the engine with the shift lever in a position other
than P

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Auto power off function

If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or IGNI-
TION ON mode (with the engine is not running) for more than an hour with
the shift lever in P, the engine switch will automatically turn off. However, this
function cannot entirely prevent battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle
with the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for long peri-
ods of time when the engine is not running.

■

Electronic key battery depletion



P. 143

■

Conditions affecting operation



P. 163

■

Notes for the entry function



P. 164

■

If the engine does not start

●

The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (



P. 79)

Contact your Toyota dealer.

●

Check that the shift lever is securely set in P. The engine may not start if the
shift lever is displaced out of P.

■

Steering lock

After  turning  the  engine  switch  off  and  opening  and  closing  the  doors,  the
steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the
engine switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.

■

When the steering lock cannot be released

■

Steering lock motor overheating prevention

To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be sus-
pended if the engine is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period of time.
In this case, refrain from operating the engine. After about 10 seconds, the
steering lock motor will resume functioning.

■

When “Check Fuel Cap” is displayed on the multi-information display



P. 249

■

When a message requesting the smart key system be inspected is dis-
played on the multi-information display

The  system  may  be  malfunctioning.  Have  the  vehicle  inspected  by  your
Toyota dealer immediately.

A  message  informing  the  driver  that  the
steering wheel is locked will be displayed
on the multi-information display. 
Check that the shift lever is set in P. Press
the engine switch while turning the steer-
ing wheel left and right.

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If the electronic key battery is depleted



P. 504

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Operation of the engine switch

●

If the switch is not pressed shortly and firmly, the engine switch mode may
not change or the engine may not start.

●

If  attempting  to  restart  the  engine  immediately  after  turning  the  engine
switch off, the engine may not start in some cases. After turning the engine
switch off, wait a few seconds before restarting the engine.

■

If the smart key system has been deactivated in a customized setting



P. 569

WARNING

■

When starting the engine

Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the
accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

■

Caution while driving

If engine failure occurs while the vehicle is moving, do not lock or open the
doors until the vehicle reaches a safe and complete stop. Activation of the
steering  lock  in  this  circumstance  may  lead  to  an  accident,  resulting  in
death or serious injury.

■

Stopping the engine in an emergency

●

If you want to stop the engine in an emergency while driving the vehicle,
press  and  hold  the  engine  switch  for  more  than  2  seconds,  or  press  it
briefly 3 times or more in succession. (



P. 527)

However, do not touch the engine switch while driving except in an emer-
gency. Turning the engine off while driving will not cause loss of steering
or braking control, but the power assist to these systems will be lost. This
will make it more difficult to steer and brake, so you should pull over and
stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

●

If  the  engine  switch  is  operated  while  the  vehicle  is  running,  a  warning
message  will  be  shown  on  the  multi-information  display  and  a  buzzer
sounds.

●

When restarting the engine after it was turned off while driving, shift the
shift lever to N and press the engine switch.

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WARNING

■

When parking

Exhaust gases  include harmful  carbon  monoxide  (CO), which is colorless
and odorless. Observe the following precautions.
Failure  to  do  so  may  cause  exhaust  gases  to  enter  the  vehicle  and  may
lead to an accident caused by light-headedness, or may lead to death or a
serious health hazard.

●

If  the  vehicle  is  in  a  poorly  ventilated  area  or  a  closed  area,  such  as  a
garage, stop the engine.

●

Do not leave the vehicle with the engine running for a long time. If such a
situation cannot be avoided, park the vehicle in an open space and ensure
that exhaust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior.

●

Do not leave the engine running in an area with snow build-up, or where it
is snowing. If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the engine is
running, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle.

NOTICE

■

To prevent battery discharge

●

Do not leave the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode
for long periods of time without the engine running.

●

Do not stop the engine when the shift lever is in a position other than P. If
the engine is stopped in another shift lever position, the engine switch will
not be turned off but instead be turned to ACCESSORY mode. If the vehi-
cle is left in ACCESSORY mode, battery discharge may occur.

■

When starting the engine

●

Do not race a cold engine.

●

If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehi-
cle checked by your Toyota dealer immediately.

■

Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the engine switch

If the engine switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual,
such  as  the  switch  sticking  slightly,  there  may  be  a  malfunction.  Contact
your Toyota dealer immediately.

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Vehicles without a smart key system:
While the engine switch is in the “ON” position and the brake
pedal depressed

*

, shift the shift lever while pushing the shift

release button on the shift knob.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
While  the  engine  switch  is  in  IGNITION  ON  mode  and  the
brake pedal depressed

*

, shift the shift lever while pushing the

shift release button on the shift knob.
Shift  the  shift  lever  while  pushing  the  shift  release  button  on
the shift knob.
Shift the shift lever normally.

When  shifting  the  shift  lever  between  P  and  D,  make  sure  that  the
vehicle is completely stopped and the brake pedal is depressed. 

*

: For the vehicle be able to be shifted from P, the brake pedal must be

depressed  before  the  shift  release  button  is  pushed.  If  the  shift
release button is pushed first, the shift lock will not be released.

Automatic transmission

Shifting the shift lever

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*

1

: Shifting to the D position allows the system to select a gear suitable for the

driving conditions. Setting the shift lever to the D position is recommended
for normal driving.

*

2

: Selecting shift ranges using S mode restricts the upper limit of the possible

gear  ranges,  controls  engine  braking  force,  and  prevents  unnecessary
upshifting.

When the shift lever is in the S position, the shift lever or paddle shift
switches (if equipped) can be operated as follows:

Upshifting
Downshifting

The  initial  shift  range  in  S  mode  is  set  automatically  to  4,  5  or  6
according to vehicle speed. However, the initial shift range may be set
to 3 if AI-SHIFT has operated while the shift lever was in the D posi-
tion. (



P. 223)

*

1

: Vehicles with 4.2-inch display

*

2

: Vehicles with 7-inch display

Shift position purpose

Shift position

Objective or function

P

Parking the vehicle/starting the engine

R

Reversing

N

Neutral

D

Normal driving

*

1

S

S mode driving

*

2

 (



P. 220)

Changing shift ranges in S mode



Shift lever



Paddle  shift  switches  (if
equipped)

*

1

*

2

*

1

*

2

1

2

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Shift ranges and their functions

A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking forces than a higher
shift range.

To  drive  using  temporary  shift  range  selection,  operate  the  paddle
shift switch. The shift range can then be selected by operating the “-”
and “+” paddle shift switches. Changing the shift range allows restric-
tion of the highest gear, preventing upshifting and enabling the level of
engine braking force to be selected.

Upshifting
Downshifting

The selected shift range, from 1 to
8,  or  D  will  be  displayed  on  the
multi-information display.

*

1

: Vehicles with 4.2-inch display

*

2

: Vehicles with 7-inch display

Meter display

Function

S2 - S8

A  gear  in  the  range  between  1  and  the  selected
gear is automatically chosen  depending  on  vehicle
speed and driving conditions

S1

Setting the gear at 1

Selecting  shift  ranges  in  the  D  position  (vehicles  with  paddle
shift switches)

*

1

*

2

1

2

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Automatic deactivation of shift range selection in the D position (vehi-
cles with paddle shift switches)

Shift range selection in the D position will be deactivated in the following situ-
ations:

●

The “+” paddle shift switch is held down for a period of time

●

When the vehicle comes to a stop

●

If the accelerator pedal is depressed for more than a certain period of time

●

When the shift lever is shifted to a position other than D

■

S mode

●

When the shift range is 7 or lower, holding the shift lever toward “+” sets the
shift range to 8.

●

To  prevent  the  engine  from  over-revving,  upshifting  may  automatically
occur.

●

To protect the automatic transmission, a function is adopted that automati-
cally selects a higher shift range when the fluid temperature is high.

■

Downshift restriction warning buzzer (S mode or paddle shifting)

To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may
sometimes  be  restricted.  In  some  circumstances,  downshifting  may  not  be
possible even when the shift lever or paddle shift switches are operated. (A
buzzer will sound twice.) 

■

When driving with dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range or
dynamic radar cruise control activated

Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine
braking, engine braking will not occur because dynamic radar cruise control
with full speed range or dynamic radar cruise control will not be canceled.

●

While driving in D or S mode, downshifting to 7, 6, 5 or 4. (



P. 294, 310)

●

When switching the driving mode to sport mode while driving in the D posi-
tion. (



P. 384)

■

Restraining sudden start (Drive-start Control)



P. 197

■

Shift lock system

The shift lock system is a system to prevent accidental operation of the shift
lever in starting.
The shift lever can be shifted from P only when the engine switch is in the
“ON” position (vehicles without a smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode
(vehicles with a smart key system), the brake pedal is depressed and the shift
release button is pushed.

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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P

First, check whether the brake pedal is being depressed. 
If the shift lever cannot be shifted even though the brake pedal is depressed
and the shift release button is pushed, there may be a problem with the shift
lock system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that
the shift lever can be shifted.
Releasing the shift lock:

Set the parking brake.
Vehicles without a smart key system: Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK”
position.
Vehicles with a smart key system: Turn the engine switch off.
Depress the brake pedal.

■

If the S indicator does not come on or the D indicator is displayed even
after shifting the shift lever to S

This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. 
(In this situation, the transmission will operate in the same manner as when
the shift lever is in D.)

■

AI-SHIFT

The AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver per-
formance and driving conditions.
The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in D. (Shifting the
shift lever to the S position or paddle shifting cancels the function.)

Pry the cover up with a flathead screw-
driver or equivalent tool.
To prevent damage to the cover, cover
the tip of the screwdriver with a rag.

Press  and  hold  the  shift  lock  override
button and then push the button on the
shift knob.
The shift lever can be shifted while both
buttons are pressed.

1

2

3

4

5

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WARNING

■

When driving on slippery road surfaces

Do not accelerate or shift gears suddenly. 
Sudden changes in engine braking may cause the vehicle to spin or skid,
resulting in an accident.

■

To prevent an accident when releasing the shift lock

Before pressing the shift lock override button, make sure to set the parking
brake and depress the brake pedal.
If the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed instead of the brake pedal
when the shift lock override button is pressed and the shift lever is shifted
out  of  P,  the  vehicle  may  suddenly  start,  possibly  leading  to  an  accident
resulting in death or serious injury.

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Right turn
Lane change to the right (move
the  lever  partway  and  release
it)

The  right  hand  signals  will  flash  3
times.

Lane  change  to  the  left  (move
the  lever  partway  and  release
it)

The  left  hand  signals  will  flash  3
times.

Left turn

■

Turn signals can be operated when

Vehicles without a smart key system:
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

■

If the indicator flashes faster than usual

Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned
out.

■

If  the  turn  signals  stop  flashing  before  a  lane  change  has  been  per-
formed

Operate the lever again.

■

To discontinue flashing of the turn signals during a lane change

Operate the lever in the opposite direction.

Turn signal lever

Operating instructions

1

2

3

4

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To  set  the  parking  brake,  fully
depress  the  parking  brake  pedal
with  your  left  foot  while  depress-
ing the brake pedal with your right
foot.
(Depressing  the  pedal  again
releases the parking brake.)

*

1

: For U.S.A.

*

2

: For Canada

■

Parking the vehicle



P. 196

■

Parking brake engaged warning buzzer

A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake engaged.
“Release Parking Brake” is displayed on the multi-information display.

■

Usage in winter time



P. 386

Parking brake





: If equipped

Operating instructions

*

1

*

2

NOTICE

■

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.

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The  parking  brake  is  set  or  released  automatically  according  to  the
shift lever operation. 
Even  when  in  automatic  mode,  the  parking  brake  can  be  set  and
released manually. (



P. 228)

Turns  automatic  mode  on
(while  the  vehicle  is  stopped,
pull and hold the parking brake
switch  until  a  message  is
shown  on  the  multi-information
display)

• When  the  shift  lever  is  moved

out  of  P,  the  parking  brake  will
be  released,  and  the  parking
brake indicator light and parking
brake light turn off.

• When  the  shift  lever  is  moved

into P, the parking brake will be
set,  and  the  parking  brake  indi-
cator  light  and  parking  brake
light turn on.

Operate  the  shift  lever  with  the
brake pedal depressed.

Turns  automatic  mode  off
(while  the  vehicle  is  stopped,
press  and  hold  the  parking
brake switch until a message is
shown  on  the  multi-information
display)
Operate the parking brake switch while depressing the brake pedal.

*

1

: For U.S.A.

*

2

: For Canada

Electric parking brake





: If equipped

A mode can be selected from the following modes.

Automatic mode

*

1

*

2

Parking 
brake light

1

2

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The parking brake can be set and released manually. 

Sets the parking brake

The  parking  brake  indicator  light
and parking brake light will turn on.
Pull  and  hold  the  parking  brake
switch if an emergency occurs and
it is necessary to operate the park-
ing brake while driving.

Releases the parking brake

Operate  the  parking  brake  switch
while  depressing  the  brake  pedal.
Make  sure  that  the  parking  brake
indicator light or parking brake light
turn off.

If the parking brake indicator light
or  parking  brake  light  flashes,
operate the switch again. 
(



P. 539)

*

1

: For U.S.A.

*

2

: For Canada

Manual mode

*

1

*

2

Parking 
brake light

1

2

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Parking the vehicle



P. 196

■

Parking brake operation

●

When  the  engine  switch  is  not  in  IGNITION  ON  mode,  the  parking  brake
cannot be released using the parking brake switch.

●

When  the  engine  switch  is  not  in  IGNITION  ON  mode,  automatic  mode
(automatic brake setting and releasing) is not available.

■

Automatic release function

The parking brake is automatically released when slowly depress the acceler-
ator pedal.
The parking brake will be released automatically under the following condi-
tions:

●

The driver’s door is closed.

●

The driver’s seatbelt is fastened.

●

Shift the shift lever is in a forward or reverse position.

●

The malfunction indicator lamp or brake system warning light is not illumi-
nated.

If the automatic release function does not operate, manually release the park-
ing brake.

■

If  “Parking  Brake  Temporarily  Unavailable”  is  displayed  on  the  multi-
information display

If  the  parking  brake  is  operated  repeatedly  over  a  short  period  of  time,  the
system may restrict operation to prevent overheating. If this happens, refrain
from operating the parking brake. Normal operation will return after about 1
minute.

■

If “Parking Brake Unavailable” is displayed on the multi-information dis-
play

Operate the parking brake switch. If  the  message  does not disappear  after
operating the switch several times, the system may be malfunctioning. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

■

Parking brake operation sound

When  the  parking  brake  operates,  a  motor  sound  (whirring  sound)  may  be
heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.

■

Parking brake indicator light and parking brake light

●

Depending on the engine switch mode, the parking brake indicator light and
parking brake light will turn on and stay on as described below:
IGNITION ON mode: Comes on until the parking brake is released.
Not in IGNITION ON mode: Stays on for approximately 15 seconds.

●

When the engine switch is turned off with the parking brake set, the parking
brake indicator light  and parking brake light will stay  on for about 15  sec-
onds. This does not indicate a malfunction.

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Parking brake engaged warning buzzer

A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake engaged.
“Release Parking Brake” is displayed on the multi-information display.

■

Warning messages and buzzers

Warning messages and buzzers are used to indicate a system malfunction or
to inform the driver of the need for caution. If a warning message is shown on
the multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions.

■

If the brake system warning light comes on



P. 538

■

Usage in winter time



P. 386

WARNING

■

When parking the vehicle

Do  not  leave  a  child  in  the  vehicle  alone.  The  parking  brake  may  be
released unintentionally and there is the danger of the vehicle moving that
may lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

■

Parking brake switch

Do not set any objects near the parking brake switch. Objects may interfere
with the switch and may lead the parking brake to unexpectedly operate.

NOTICE

■

When parking the vehicle

Before you leave the vehicle, shift the shift lever to P, set the parking brake
and make sure that the vehicle does not move.

■

When the system malfunctions

Stop the vehicle in a safe place and check the warning messages.

■

When the parking brake cannot be released due to a malfunction

Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components
overheating,  which  may  affect  braking  performance  and  increase  brake
wear. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately if this occurs.

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Turns the brake hold system on

The  brake  hold  standby  indicator
(green)  comes  on.  While  the  sys-
tem  is  holding  the  brakes,  the
brake hold operated indicator (yel-
low) will illuminate.

*

1

: Brake hold standby indicator

*

2

: Brake hold operated indicator

■

Brake hold system operating conditions

The brake hold system cannot be turned on in the following conditions:

●

The driver’s door is not closed.

●

The driver’s seat belt is not buckled.

If either of the above is detected when the brake hold system is enabled, the
system will turn  off and the brake hold standby indicator light  will go off. In
addition, if any of the conditions are detected while the system is holding the
brakes,  a  warning  buzzer  will  sound  and  a  message  will  be  shown  on  the
multi-information display. The parking brake will then be set automatically.

■

Brake hold function

●

If the brake pedal is left released for a period of about 3 minutes after the
system has started holding the brakes, the parking brake will be set auto-
matically. In this case, a warning buzzer sounds and a message is shown on
the multi-information display.

●

To turn the system off while the system is holding the brakes, firmly depress
the brake pedal and press the switch again.

●

The brake hold function may not hold the vehicle when the vehicle is on a
steep incline. In this situation, it may be necessary for the driver to apply the
brakes. A  warning  buzzer  will  sound  and  the  multi-information  display  will
inform  the  driver  of  this  situation.  If  a  warning  message  is  shown  on  the
multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions.

Brake Hold



The brake hold system keeps the brake applied when the shift
lever is in D, S or N with the system on and the brake pedal has
been  depressed  to  stop  the  vehicle.  The  system  releases  the
brake  when  the  accelerator  pedal  is  depressed  with  the  shift
lever in D or S to allow smooth start off.

*

1

*

2



: If equipped

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When the parking brake is set automatically while the system is holding
the brakes

Perform any of the following operations to release the parking brake.

●

Depress the accelerator pedal. (The parking brake will not be released auto-
matically if the seat belt is not fastened.)

●

Operate the parking brake switch with the brake pedal depressed.

Make sure that the parking brake indicator light goes off. (



P. 227)

■

When an inspection at your Toyota dealer is necessary

When the brake hold standby indicator (green) does not illuminate even when
the brake hold switch is pressed with the brake hold system operating condi-
tions met, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected at
your Toyota dealer.

■

Warning messages and buzzers

Warning messages and buzzers are used to indicate a system malfunction or
to inform the driver of the need for caution. If a warning message is shown on
the multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions.

■

If the brake hold operated indicator flashes



P. 539

WARNING

■

When the vehicle is on a steep incline

When using the brake hold system on a steep incline, exercise caution. The
brake hold function may not hold the vehicle in such a situation.

■

When stopped on a slippery road

The system cannot stop the vehicle when the gripping ability of the tires has
been exceeded. Do not use the system when stopped on a slippery road.

NOTICE

■

When parking the vehicle

The brake hold system is not designed for use when parking the vehicle for
a long period of time. Turning the engine switch off while the system is hold-
ing the brakes may release the brakes, which would cause the vehicle to
move. When operating the engine switch, depress the brake pedal, shift the
shift lever to P and set the parking brake.

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4-3. Operating the lights and wipers

Operating the 

 switch turns on the lights as follows:



For U.S.A.

The  headlights,  day-
time running lights (



P.

235)  and  all  the  lights
listed below turn on and
off automatically.
(Vehicles  without  a
smart 

key 

system:

When 

the 

engine

switch  is  in  the  “ON”
position) 
(Vehicles  with  a  smart
key  system:  When  the
engine  switch  is  in
IGNITION ON mode)
The  side  marker,  parking,  tail,  license  plate,  instrument
panel lights, and daytime running lights (



P. 235) turn on. 

The headlights and all the lights listed above (except day-
time running lights) turn on. 
The daytime running lights turn off.

Headlight switch

The headlights can be operated manually or automatically. 

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2

3

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

For Canada

The  headlights,  day-
time running lights (



P.

235)  and  all  the  lights
listed below turn on and
off automatically.
(Vehicles  without  a
smart 

key 

system:

When 

the 

engine

switch  is  in  the  “ON”
position) 
(Vehicles  with  a  smart
key  system:  When  the
engine  switch  is  in
IGNITION ON mode)
The  side  marker,  parking,  tail,  license  plate,  instrument
panel lights, and daytime running lights (



P. 235) turn on. 

The headlights and all the lights listed above (except day-
time running lights) turn on.

With  the  headlights  on,  push
the lever away from you to turn
on the high beams. 

Pull  the  lever  toward  you  to  the
center  position  to  turn  the  high
beams off.

Pull  the  lever  toward  you  and
release  it  to  flash  the  high
beams once. 

You can flash the high beams with the headlights on or off.

1

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Daytime running light system

●

Type A: 
The daytime running lights illuminate using the same lights as the headlights
and illuminate darker than the headlights. 
Type B: 
The daytime running lights illuminate using the same lights as the parking
lights and illuminate brighter than the parking lights.

●

To make your vehicle more visible to other drivers during daytime driving,
the  daytime  running  lights  turn  on  automatically  when  all  of  the  following
conditions are met. (The daytime running lights are not designed for use at
night.)
• The engine is running
• The parking brake is released
• The headlight switch is in the 

 or 

*

 position

*

: When the surroundings are bright

The daytime running lights remain on after they illuminate, even if the parking
brake is set again.

●

For U.S.A.: Daytime running lights can be turned off by operating the switch.

●

Compared  to  turning  on  the  headlights,  the  daytime  running  light  system
offers greater durability and consumes less electricity, so it can help improve
fuel economy.

■

Headlight control sensor

The sensor may not function properly if an
object is placed on the sensor, or anything
that  blocks  the  sensor  is  affixed  to  the
windshield. 
Doing  so  interferes  with  the  sensor
detecting  the  level  of  ambient  light  and
may  cause  the  automatic  headlight  sys-
tem to malfunction. 

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Automatic light off system



Vehicles without a smart key system

●

When the headlights are on: The headlights and tail lights turn off 30 sec-
onds after the engine switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position and a
door is opened and closed. (The lights turn off immediately if 

 on the

key is pressed twice after all the doors are closed.)

●

When only the tail lights are on: The tail lights turn off automatically if the
engine  switch  is  turned  to  the  “ACC”  or  “LOCK”  position  and  the  driver’s
door is opened.

To turn the lights on again, turn the engine switch to “ON” position, or turn the
light switch off once and then back to 

or

.

If any of the doors or trunk lid is kept open, the lights automatically turn off
after 20 minutes.



Vehicles with a smart key system

●

When the headlights are on: The headlights and tail lights turn off 30 sec-
onds after the engine switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off
and a door is opened and closed. (The lights turn off immediately if 
on the key is pressed twice after all the doors are closed.)

●

When only the tail lights are on: The tail lights turn off automatically if the
engine switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off and the driver’s
door is opened.

To turn the lights on again, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode, or
turn the light switch off once and then back to 

or

.

If any of the doors or trunk lid is kept open, the lights automatically turn off
after 20 minutes.

■

Light reminder buzzer (except when the light switch is in 

)

Vehicles without a smart key system:
A buzzer sounds when the engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” or “ACC”
position and the driver's door is opened with the key removed from the engine
switch while the lights are turned on.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
A buzzer sounds when the engine switch is turned off or turned to ACCES-
SORY mode and the driver's door is opened while the lights are turned on.

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Windshield wiper linked headlight illumination

When driving during daytime with the headlight switch turned to 

, if the

windshield  wipers  are  used,  the  headlights  will  turn  on  automatically  after
several seconds to help enhance the visibility of your vehicle.

■

Battery-saving function

In the following conditions, the remaining lights will go off automatically after
20 minutes in order to prevent the vehicle battery from being discharged:

●

The headlights and/or tail lights are on.

●

Vehicles without a smart key system: 
The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. 
Vehicles with a smart key system: 
The engine switch is in ACCESSORY mode or turned off.

This function will be canceled in any of the following situations:

●

Vehicles without a smart key system: 
When the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position. 
Vehicles with a smart key system: 
When the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.

●

When the light switch is operated

●

When a door or the trunk is opened or closed

■

Customization

Some functions can be customized. (



P. 616)

NOTICE

■

To prevent battery discharge

Do  not  leave  the  lights  on  longer  than  necessary  when  the  engine  is  not
running.

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Turn the headlight switch to the 

 or 

 position. 

(



P. 233)

Press  the  Automatic  High
Beam switch.

When the headlight switch lever is
in the low beam position, the AHB
system  will  be  enabled  and  the
AHB indicator will illuminate.

AHB (Automatic High Beam)

The Automatic  High  Beam  uses  a  front  camera  located  behind
the upper portion of the windshield to assess the brightness of
the lights of vehicles ahead, streetlights, etc., and automatically
turns the high beams on or off as necessary.

WARNING

■

Limitations of the Automatic High Beam

Do not overly rely on the Automatic High Beam. Always drive safely, taking
care  to  observe  your  surroundings  and  turning  the  high  beams  on  or  off
manually if necessary.

■

To prevent incorrect operation of the Automatic High Beam system

Do not overload the vehicle.

Activating the Automatic High Beam

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Switching to the high beams

Push the lever away from you.

The Automatic  High  Beam  indi-
cator  will  turn  off  and  the  high
beam indicator will turn on.
Pull the lever to its original posi-
tion  to  activate  the  Automatic
High Beam system again.

■

Switching to the low beams

Press  the  Automatic  High
Beam switch.

The Automatic  High  Beam  indi-
cator will turn off.
Press  the switch to  activate the
Automatic  High  Beam  system
again.

■

Temporarily switching to the low beams

Pull  the  lever  toward  you  and
then return it to its original posi-
tion.

The  high  beams  are  on  while
the  lever  is  pulled  toward  you.
However,  after  the  lever  is
returned  to  its  original  position,
the  low  beams  remain  on  for  a
certain  amount  of  time.  After-
wards,  the  Automatic  High
Beam will be activated again.

■

Temporarily switching to the low beams

It  is  recommended  to  switch  to  the  low  beams  when  the  high  beam  may
cause problems or distress to other drivers or pedestrians nearby.

Turning the high beams on/off manually

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Conditions to turn the high beams on/off automatically

●

When all of the following conditions are met, the high beams will be turned
on automatically (after approximately 1 second):
• The vehicle speed is approximately 21 mph (34 km/h) or more.
• The area ahead of the vehicle is dark.
• There are no vehicles ahead with headlights or tail lights turned on.
• There are few streetlights on the road ahead.

●

If any of the following conditions is met, the high beams will turn off automat-
ically:
• The vehicle speed is below approximately 17 mph (27 km/h).
• The area ahead of the vehicle is not dark.
• Vehicles ahead have their headlights or tail lights turned on.
• There are many streetlights on the road ahead.

■

Front camera detection information

●

The high beams may not be automatically turned off in the following situa-
tions:
• When a vehicle suddenly appears from around a curve
• When the vehicle is cut in front of by another vehicle
• When vehicles ahead cannot be detected due to repeated curves, road

dividers or roadside trees

• When vehicles ahead appear in a faraway lane on a wide road
• When the lights of vehicles ahead are not on

●

The high beams may be turned off if a vehicle ahead that is using fog lights
without its headlights turned on is detected.

●

House lights, street lights, traffic signals, and illuminated billboards or signs
and other reflective objects may cause the high beams to change to the low
beams, or the low beams to remain on.

●

The  following  factors  may  affect  the  amount  of  time  taken  for  the  high
beams to turn on or off:
• The  brightness  of  the  headlights,  fog  lights,  and  tail  lights  of  vehicles

ahead

• The movement and direction of vehicles ahead
• When a vehicle ahead only has operational lights on one side
• When a vehicle ahead is a two-wheeled vehicle
• The condition of the road (gradient, curve, condition of the road surface,

etc.)

• The number of passengers and amount of luggage in the vehicle

●

The high beams may turn on or off unexpectedly.

●

Bicycles or similar vehicles may not be detected.

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●

In the following situations the system may not be able to correctly detect the
surrounding brightness level. This may cause the low beams to remain on
or the high beams to flash or dazzle pedestrians or vehicles ahead. In such
a case, it is necessary to manually switch between the high and low beams.
• When driving in inclement weather (heavy rain, snow, fog, sandstorms,

etc.)

• When the windshield is obscured by fog, mist, ice, dirt, etc.
• When the windshield is cracked or damaged
• When the front camera is deformed or dirty
• When the temperature of the front camera is extremely high
• When the surrounding brightness level is equal to that of headlights, tail

lights or fog lights

• When  headlights  or  tail  lights  of  vehicles  ahead  are  turned  off,  dirty,

changing color, or not aimed properly

• When the vehicle is hit by water, snow, dust, etc. from a preceding vehi-

cle

• When driving through an area of intermittently changing brightness and

darkness

• When frequently and repeatedly driving ascending/descending roads, or

roads  with  rough,  bumpy  or  uneven  surfaces  (such  as  stone-paved
roads, gravel roads, etc.)

• When  frequently  and  repeatedly  taking  curves  or  driving  on  a  winding

road

• When there is a highly reflective object ahead of the vehicle, such as a

sign or mirror

• When the back of a preceding vehicle is highly reflective, such as a con-

tainer on a truck

• When  the  vehicle's  headlights  are  damaged  or  dirty,  or  are  not  aimed

properly

• When the vehicle is listing or titling due to a flat tire, a trailer being towed,

etc.

• When  the  headlights  are  changed  between  the  high  beams  and  low

beams repeatedly in an abnormal manner

• When the driver believes that the high beams may be flashing or dazzling

pedestrians or other drivers

■

Temporarily lowering sensor sensitivity

The sensitivity of the sensor can be temporarily lowered.

Turn the engine switch off while the following conditions are met.
• The headlight switch is in the 

 or 

 position.

• The headlight switch lever is in the original position.
Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart key
system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system).
Within 60 seconds after 

, repeat pushing the headlight switch lever to the

high beam position then pulling it to the original position quickly 10 times,
then leave the lever in the original position.

1

2

3

2

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Operating the 

 lever operates the wipers or washer as follows.

When  intermittent  windshield  wiper  operation  is  selected,  the  wiper
interval can be also adjusted.

*

1

 or 

 

*

2

Intermittent  windshield
wiper operation 
The  intermittent  wind-
shield  wiper  operates
more frequently as vehi-
cle  speed  becomes
higher.

*

1

 or 

 

*

2

Low  speed  windshield
wiper operation

*

1

 or 

 

*

2

High  speed  windshield
wiper operation

*

1

 or 

 

*

2

Temporary operation

*

1

: For U.S.A.

*

2

: For Canada

Wiper  intervals  can  be  adjusted  when  intermittent  operation  is
selected.

Increases the intermittent wind-
shield wiper frequency
Decreases 

the 

intermittent

windshield wiper frequency

Windshield wipers and washer

Operating the wiper lever

1

2

3

4

5

6

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Washer/wiper dual oper-
ation

Pulling the lever operates the wip-
ers and washer.
Wipers will automatically operate a
couple  of  times  after  the  washer
squirts. 
(After  operating  several  times,  the
wipers  operate  once  more  time
after a short delay to prevent drip-
ping.  However,  the  dripping  pre-
vention does not operate while the
vehicle is moving.)

■

The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when

Vehicles without a smart key system: 
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system: 
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

■

If no windshield washer fluid sprays

Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.

■

When stopping the engine in an emergency while driving

If the windshield wipers are operating when the engine is stopped, the wind-
shield  wipers  will  operate  in  high  speed  operation.  After  the  vehicle  is
stopped, operation will return to normal when the engine switch is turned to
“ON” position (vehicles without a smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode
(vehicles with a smart key system), or operation will stop when the driver’s
door is opened.

7

WARNING

■

Caution regarding the use of washer fluid

When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes
warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

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When the windshield wipers are not being used, they retract to below
the hood. To enable the windshield wipers to be lifted when parking in
cold conditions or when replacing a windshield wiper insert, change
the rest position of the windshield wipers to the service position using
the wiper lever.

■

Raising the wipers to the service position

Within  approximately  45  sec-
onds  of  turning  the  engine
switch off, move the wiper lever
to  the 

 

*

1

  or 

 

*

2

position and hold it for approxi-
mately 2 seconds or more.

The wipers will move to the ser-
vice position.

*

1

: For U.S.A.

*

2

: For Canada

NOTICE

■

When the windshield is dry

Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.

■

When the washer fluid tank is empty

Damage  to  the  washer  fluid  pump  may  be  caused  if  the  lever  is  pulled
toward you and held continually.

■

When a nozzle becomes blocked

In this case, contact your Toyota dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

Changing  the  windshield  wiper  rest  position/Lifting  the  wind-
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Lifting the windshield wipers

While  holding  the  hook  portion
of  the  wiper  arm,  lift  the  wind-
shield  wiper  from  the  wind-
shield.

■

Lowering the windshield wipers to the retracted position

With the windshield wipers placed on the windshield, turn the engine switch
to “ON” position (vehicles without a smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode
(vehicles with a smart key system) and then move the wiper lever to an oper-
ating position. When the wiper switch is turned off, the windshield wipers will
stop at the retracted position.

Hook portion

NOTICE

■

When lifting the windshield wipers

●

Do  not  lift  the  windshield  wipers  when  they  are  in  the  retracted  position
below the hood. Otherwise, they may contact the hood, possibly resulting
in damage to a windshield wiper and/or the hood.

●

Do not operate the wiper lever when the windshield wipers are lifted. Oth-
erwise, the windshield wipers may contact the hood, possibly resulting in
damage to the windshield wipers and/or hood.

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●

Close all the doors and windows, and turn the engine switch off.

●

Confirm the type of fuel.

■

Fuel types



P. 600

■

Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline

To  help  prevent  incorrect  fueling,  your  vehicle  has  a  fuel  tank  opening  that
only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.

■

If the malfunction indicator lamp illuminates

The malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate erroneously if refueling is per-
formed repeatedly when the fuel tank is nearly full.

Opening the fuel tank cap

Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap: 

Before refueling the vehicle

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WARNING

■

When refueling the vehicle

Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle. Failure to do
so may result in death or serious injury.

●

After  exiting  the  vehicle  and  before  opening  the  fuel  door,  touch  an
unpainted metal surface to discharge any static electricity. It is important to
discharge static electricity before refueling because sparks resulting from
static electricity can cause fuel vapors to ignite while refueling.

●

Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it. 
A  whooshing  sound  may  be  heard  when  the  fuel  tank  cap  is  loosened.
Wait until the sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap. In hot
weather, pressurized fuel may spray out the filler neck and cause injury.

●

Do  not  allow  anyone  that  has  not  discharged  static  electricity  from  their
body to come close to an open fuel tank.

●

Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled.

●

Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.

●

Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically
charged.
This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible ignition
hazard.

■

When refueling

Observe the following precautions to prevent fuel overflowing from the fuel
tank:

●

Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck.

●

Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off.

●

Do not top off the fuel tank.

NOTICE

■

Refueling

Do not spill fuel during refueling. 
Doing  so  may  damage  the  vehicle,  such  as  causing  the  emission  control
system to operate abnormally or damaging fuel system components or the
vehicle’s painted surface.

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Press  and  hold  the  opener
switch  to  open  the  fuel  filler
door.

Turn the fuel tank cap slowly to
remove  it  and  hang  it  on  the
back of the fuel filler door.

After  refueling,  turn  the  fuel  tank
cap  until  you  hear  a  click.  Once
the  cap  is  released,  it  will  turn
slightly in the opposite direction.

Opening the fuel tank cap

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Closing the fuel tank cap

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If the fuel filler door cannot be opened

■

When “Check Fuel Cap” is displayed on the multi-information display

The  fuel  tank  cap  may  be  unfastened  or  loose. Turn  the  engine  switch  off,
check the cap and tighten it securely. If the message remains, wait a few sec-
onds and then turn the engine switch off once again.

Remove  the  cover  inside  the  trunk  and
pull the lever.

WARNING

■

When replacing the fuel tank cap

Do not use anything but a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap designed for your
vehicle.  Doing  so  may  cause  a  fire  or  other  incident  which  may  result  in
death or serious injury.

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◆

PCS (Pre-Collision System)



P. 258

◆

LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)



P. 274

◆

AHB (Automatic High Beam)



P. 238

◆

RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if equipped)



P. 289

◆

Dynamic  radar  cruise  control  with  full-speed  range  (if
equipped)



P. 294

◆

Dynamic radar cruise control (if equipped)



P. 310

Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+

The  Toyota  Safety  Sense  2.5+  consists  of  the  following  drive
assist systems and contributes to a safe and comfortable driv-
ing experience:

Driving assist system

WARNING

■

Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+

The Toyota Safety Sense 2.5+ is designed to operate under the assumption
that the driver will drive safely, and is designed to help reduce the impact to
the occupants and the vehicle in the case of a collision or assist the driver in
normal driving conditions. 
As there is a limit to the degree of recognition accuracy and control perfor-
mance that this system can provide, do not overly rely on this system. The
driver is always responsible for paying attention to the vehicle's surround-
ings and driving safely.

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Two types of sensors, located behind the front grille and windshield,
detect information necessary to operate the drive assist systems.

Radar sensor
Front camera

Sensors

1

2

WARNING

■

To avoid malfunction of the radar sensor

Observe the following precautions.
Otherwise, the radar sensor may not operate properly, possibly leading to
an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

●

Keep the radar sensor and the radar sensor cover clean at all times.

●

Do  not  attach  accessories,  stickers  (including  transparent  stickers)  or

other items to the radar sensor, radar sensor cover or surrounding area.

●

Do not subject the radar sensor or its surrounding area to a strong impact. 

If  the  radar  sensor, front grille, or  front  bumper has  been  subjected to  a

strong impact, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

●

Do not disassemble the radar sensor.

●

Do not modify or paint the radar sensor or radar sensor cover.

●

In the following cases, the radar sensor must be recalibrated. Contact your

Toyota dealer for details.
• When  the  radar  sensor  or  front  grille  are  removed  and  installed,  or

replaced

• When the front bumper is replaced

Radar sensor
Radar sensor cover

If  the  front  of  the  radar  sensor  or  the
front or back of the radar sensor cover
is dirty or covered with water droplets,
snow, etc., clean it.
Clean the radar sensor and radar sen-
sor  cover  with  a  soft  cloth  to  avoid
damaging them.

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To avoid malfunction of the front camera

Observe the following precautions.
Otherwise, the front camera may not operate properly, possibly leading to
an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

●

Keep the windshield clean at all times.
• If  the  windshield  is  dirty  or  covered  with  an  oily  film,  water  droplets,

snow, etc., clean the windshield.

• If a glass coating agent is applied to the windshield, it will still be neces-

sary to use the windshield wipers to remove water droplets, etc. from
the area of the windshield in front of the front camera.

• If the inner side of the windshield where the front camera is installed is

dirty, contact your Toyota dealer.

B: Approximately 7.9 in. (20 cm) (Approximately 4.0 in. [10 cm] to the right

and left from the center of the front camera)

●

If the part of the windshield in front of the front camera is fogged up or cov-
ered with condensation or ice, use the windshield defogger to remove the
fog, condensation or ice. (



P. 393, 399, 407)

●

If water droplets cannot be properly removed from the area of the wind-
shield  in  front  of  the  front  camera  by  the  windshield  wipers,  replace  the
wiper insert or wiper blade.

●

Do not attach window tint to the windshield.

●

Replace the windshield if it is damaged or cracked.
After replacing the windshield, the front camera must be recalibrated. Con-
tact your Toyota dealer for details.

●

Do not allow liquids to contact the front camera.

●

Do not allow bright lights to shine into the front camera.

●

Do not dirty or damage the front camera. 
When cleaning the inside of the windshield, do not allow glass cleaner to
contact the lens of the front camera. Also, do not touch the lens. 
If the lens is dirty or damaged, contact your Toyota dealer.

●

Do not attach objects, such as stickers,
transparent  stickers,  etc.,  to  the  outer
side  of  the  windshield  in  front  of  the
front  camera  (shaded  area  in  the  illus-
tration).
A: From  the  top  of  the  windshield  to

approximately  0.4  in.  (1  cm)  below
the bottom of the front camera

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Do not subject the front camera to a strong impact.

●

Do not change the installation position or direction of the front camera or
remove it.

●

Do not disassemble the front camera.

●

Do  not  modify  any  components  of  the  vehicle  around  the  front  camera
(inside rear view mirror, etc.) or ceiling.

●

Do not attach any accessories to the hood, front grille or front bumper that
may obstruct the front camera. Contact your Toyota dealer for details.

●

If a surfboard or other long object is to be mounted on the roof, make sure
that it will not obstruct the front camera.

●

Do not modify the headlights or other lights.

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Certification



For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.

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If a warning message is displayed on the multi-information display

A system  may  be temporarily unavailable or  there  may  be a malfunction in
the system.

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In the following situations, perform the actions specified in the table. When
the  normal  operating  conditions  are  detected,  the  message  will  disappear
and the system will become operational.
If the message does not disappear, contact your Toyota dealer.

Situation

Action

When  the  area  around  a  camera  is
covered  with  dirt,  moisture  (fogged
up,  covered  with  condensation,  ice,
etc.), or other foreign matter

Using  the  wiper  and  A/C  function,
remove  the  dirt  and  other  attached
matter. (



P. 393, 399, 407)

When  the  temperature  around  the
front camera is outside of the opera-
tional range, such as when the vehi-
cle  is  in  the  sun  or  in  an  extremely
cold environment

If  the  front  camera  is  hot,  such  as
after the vehicle had been parked in
the sun, use the air conditioning sys-
tem  to  decrease  the  temperature
around the front camera.
If  a  sunshade  was  used  when  the
vehicle  was  parked,  depending  on
its  type,  the  sunlight  reflected  from
the  surface  of  the  sunshade  may
cause  the  temperature  of  the  front
camera to become excessively high.

If the front camera is cold, such after
the vehicle is parked in an extremely
cold environment, use the air condi-
tioning  system  to  increase  the  tem-
perature around the front camera.

The area in front of the front camera
is  obstructed,  such  as  when  the
hood is open or a sticker is attached
to the part of the windshield in front
of the front camera.

Close the hood, remove the sticker,
etc. to clear the obstruction.

When 

“Pre-Collision 

System

Unavailable See Owner's Manual” is
displayed

Check  whether  there  is  attached
materials  on  the  radar  sensor  and
radar  sensor  cover,  and  if  there  is,
remove it.

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In the following situations, if the situation has changed (or the vehicle has
been  driven  for  some  time)  and  the  normal  operating  conditions  are
detected,  the  message  will  disappear  and  the  system  will  become  opera-
tional.
If the message does not disappear, contact your Toyota dealer.
• When the temperature around the radar sensor is outside of the opera-

tional range, such as when the vehicle is in the sun or in an extremely
cold environment

• When the front camera cannot detect objects in front of the vehicle, such

as when driving in the dark, snow, or fog, or when bright lights are shining
into the front camera

• Depending on the conditions in the vicinity of the vehicle, the radar may

judge  the  surrounding  environment  cannot  be  properly  recognized.  In
that case, “Pre-Collision System Unavailable See Owner's Manual” is dis-
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The  system  can  detect  the  following  (The  detectable  objects  differs
depending on the function.):

●

Vehicles

●

Bicyclists

●

Pedestrians

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Pre-collision warning

When  the  system  determines
that  the  possibility  of  a  frontal
collision  is  high,  a  buzzer  will
sound and a warning message
will  be  displayed  on  the  multi-
information  display  to  urge  the
driver to take evasive action.

■

Pre-collision brake assist

When  the  system  determines  that  the  possibility  of  a  frontal  colli-
sion is high, the system applies greater braking force in relation to
how strongly the brake pedal is depressed.

PCS (Pre-Collision System)

The pre-collision system uses a radar sensor and front camera
to detect objects (



P. 258) in front of the vehicle. When the sys-

tem determines that the possibility of a frontal collision with an
object is high, a warning operates to urge the driver to take eva-
sive action and the potential brake pressure is increased to help
the driver avoid the collision. If the system determines that the
possibility of a frontal collision with an object is extremely high,
the brakes are automatically applied to help avoid the collision
or help reduce the impact of the collision.

The pre-collision system can be disabled/enabled and the warning
timing can be changed. (



P. 263)

Detectable objects

System functions

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Pre-collision braking

If the system determines that the possibility of a frontal collision is
extremely high, the brakes are automatically applied to help avoid
the collision or reduce the impact of the collision.

■

Emergency steering assist

If the system determines that the possibility of a frontal collision is
high and that there is sufficient space for the vehicle to be steered
into within its lane, and the driver has begun evasive maneuver or
steering,  emergency  steering  assist  will assist the  steering  move-
ments to help enhance the vehicle stability and for lane departure
prevention.
During  operation,  the  indicator
will illuminate in green.

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Intersection right/left turn assistance

If the system determines that there is a high possibility of a collision
in  the  following  situations,  it  will  assist  with  Pre-collision  warning
and, if necessary Pre-collision braking.
Depending  on  the  configuration  of  the  intersection,  it  may  not  be
possible to support.

●

When you turn right/left at an
intersection  and  cross  the
path of an oncoming vehicle

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When  you  turn  right/left,
pedestrian  is detected in  the
forward  direction  and  esti-
mated to enter your vehicle’s
path  (bicyclists  are  not
detected.)

WARNING

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Limitations of the pre-collision system

●

The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking
care to observe your surroundings. 
Do not use the pre-collision system instead of normal braking operations
under any circumstances. This system will not prevent collisions or lessen
collision damage or injury in every situation. Do not overly rely on this sys-
tem. Failure to do so may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious
injury.

●

Although this system is designed to help avoid a collision or help reduce
the impact of the collision, its effectiveness may change according to vari-
ous conditions, therefore the system may not always be able to achieve
the same level of performance. 
Read the following conditions carefully. Do not overly rely on this system
and always drive carefully.
• Conditions under which the system may operate even if there is no pos-

sibility of a collision: 



P. 268

• Conditions under which the system may not operate properly: 



P. 270

●

Do not attempt to test the operation of the pre-collision system yourself.
Depending  on  the  objects  used  for  testing  (dummies,  cardboard  objects
imitating  detectable  objects,  etc.),  the  system  may  not  operate  properly,
possibly leading to an accident.

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Pre-collision braking

●

When  the  pre-collision  braking  function  is  operating,  a  large  amount  of
braking force will be applied.

●

If the vehicle is stopped by the operation of the pre-collision braking func-
tion,  the  pre-collision  braking  function  operation  will  be  canceled  after
approximately 2 seconds. Depress the brake pedal as necessary.

●

The pre-collision braking function may not operate if certain operations are
performed  by  the  driver.  If  the  accelerator  pedal  is  being  depressed
strongly or the steering wheel is being turned, the system may determine
that the driver is taking evasive action and possibly prevent the pre-colli-
sion braking function from operating.

●

In  some  situations,  while  the  pre-collision  braking  function  is  operating,
operation  of  the  function  may  be  canceled  if  the  accelerator  pedal  is
depressed strongly or the steering wheel is turned and the system deter-
mines that the driver is taking evasive action.

●

If the brake pedal is being depressed, the system may determine that the
driver is taking evasive action and possibly delay the operation timing of
the pre-collision braking function.

■

Emergency steering assist

●

As emergency steering assist operation will be canceled when the system
determines that lane departure prevention function has been completed.

●

Emergency steering assist may not operate or may be cancel in the follow-
ing cases as the system may determine the driver is taking actions.
• If the accelerator pedal is being depressed strongly, the steering wheel

is  being  operated  sharply,  the  brake  pedal  is  being  depressed  or  the
turn signal lever is being operated. In this case, the system may deter-
mine that the driver is taking evasive action and the emergency steering
assist may not operate.

• In  some  situations,  while  the  emergency  steering  assist  is  operating,

operation  of  the  function  may  be  canceled  if  the  accelerator  pedal  is
depressed strongly, the steering wheel is operated sharply or the brake
pedal is being depressed and the system determines that the driver is
taking evasive action.

• When the emergency steering assist is operating, if the steering wheel

is held firmly or is operated in the opposite direction to that which the
system is generating torque, the function may be canceled.

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When to disable the pre-collision system

In the following situations, disable the system, as it may not operate prop-
erly, possibly leading to an accident resulting in death or serious injury:

●

When the vehicle is being towed

●

When your vehicle is towing another vehicle

●

When  transporting  the  vehicle  via  truck,  boat,  train  or  similar  means  of
transportation

●

When the vehicle is raised on a lift with the engine running and the tires
are allowed to rotate freely

●

When inspecting the vehicle using a drum tester such as a chassis dyna-
mometer or speedometer tester, or when using an on vehicle wheel bal-
ancer

●

When a strong impact is applied to the front bumper or front grille, due to
an accident or other reasons

●

If the vehicle cannot be driven in a stable manner, such as when the vehi-
cle has been in an accident or is malfunctioning

●

When the vehicle is driven in a sporty manner or off-road

●

When the tires are not properly inflated

●

When the tires are very worn

●

When tires of a size other than specified are installed

●

When tire chains are installed

●

When a compact spare tire or an emergency tire puncture repair kit is used

●

If equipment (snow plow, etc.) that may obstruct the radar sensor or front
camera is temporarily installed to the vehicle

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Enabling/disabling the pre-collision system

The pre-collision system can be enabled/disabled on 

 (4.2-inch

display) or 

 (7-inch display) (



P. 101, 115) of the multi-informa-

tion display.

Vehicles  without  a  smart  key  system:  The  system  is  automatically
enabled each time the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system: The system is automatically enabled
each time the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.

If  the  system  is  disabled,  the
PCS  warning  light  will  turn  on
and  a  message  will  be  dis-
played  on  the  multi-information
display.

Changing settings of the pre-collision system

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Changing the pre-collision warning timing

The pre-collision warning timing can be changed on 

 (4.2-inch

display) or 

 (7-inch display) (



P. 101, 115) of the multi-informa-

tion display.

The warning timing setting is retained when the engine switch is turned
off. However, if the pre-collision system is disabled and re-enabled, the
operation timing will return to the default setting (middle).

If the pre-collision warning timing is changed, emergency steering
assist timing will also be changed accordingly.
If late is selected, emergency steering assist would not operate in
case of an emergency.

Early
Middle

This is the default setting.

Late

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Operational conditions for each pre-collision function

The pre-collision system is enabled and the system determines that the pos-
sibility of a frontal collision with a detected object is high.
The system may not operate in the following situations:

• If  a  battery  terminal  has  been  disconnected  and  reconnected  and  then

the vehicle has not been driven for a certain amount of time

• If the shift lever is in R
• When the VSC OFF indicator is illuminated (only the pre-collision warning

function will be operational)
The  operation  speeds  and  operation  cancellation  for  each  function  is
listed below.

●

Pre-collision warning

While the pre-collision warning function is operating, if the steering wheel is
operated heavily or suddenly, the pre-collision warning may be cancelled.

●

Pre-collision brake assist

Detectable objects

Vehicle speed

Relative speed 

between your vehicle 

and object

Preceding 

and

stopped vehicles

Approx. 7 to 110 mph (10 to
180 km/h)

Approx. 7 to 110 mph
(10 to 180 km/h)

Oncoming  vehi-
cles

Approx. 7 to 110 mph (10 to
180 km/h)

Approx.  13  to  110
mph (20 to 180 km/h)

Bicyclists 

and

pedestrians

Approx.  7  to  50  mph  (10  to
80 km/h)

Approx.  7  to  50  mph
(10 to 80 km/h)

Detectable objects

Vehicle speed

Relative speed 

between your vehicle 

and object

Preceding 

and

stopped vehicles

Approx.  20  to  110  mph  (30
to 180 km/h)

Approx.  20  to  110
mph (30 to 180 km/h)

Bicyclists 

and

pedestrians

Approx. 20 to 50 mph (30 to
80 km/h)

Approx. 20 to 50 mph
(30 to 80 km/h)

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Pre-collision braking

If  either  of  the  following  occur  while  the  pre-collision  braking  function  is
operating, it will be canceled:
• The accelerator pedal is depressed strongly.
• The steering wheel is turned sharply or abruptly.

●

Emergency steering assist
When the turn signal lights are flashing, emergency steering assist will not
operate in case of an emergency.

If any of the following occur while the emergency steering assist function is
operating, it will be canceled:
• The accelerator pedal is depressed strongly.
• The steering wheel is turned sharply or abruptly.
• The brake pedal is depressed.

Detectable objects

Vehicle speed

Relative speed 

between your vehicle 

and object

Preceding 

and

stopped vehicles

Approx. 7 to 110 mph (10 to
180 km/h)

Approx. 7 to 110 mph
(10 to 180 km/h)

Oncoming  vehi-
cles

Approx. 7 to 110 mph (10 to
180 km/h)

Approx.  13  to  110
mph (20 to 180 km/h)

Bicyclists 

and

pedestrians

Approx.  7  to  50  mph  (10  to
80 km/h)

Approx.  7  to  50  mph
(10 to 80 km/h)

Detectable objects

Vehicle speed

Relative speed 

between your vehicle 

and object

Preceding 

and

stopped  vehicles,
bicyclists 

and

pedestrians

Approx. 25 to 50 mph (40 to
80 km/h)

Approx. 25 to 50 mph
(40 to 80 km/h)

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Intersection right/left turn assistance (pre-collision warning)
When the turn signal lights are not flashing, support for turning left or right
at an intersection which targets oncoming vehicles does not work.

●

Intersection right/left turn assistance (pre-collision braking)
When the turn signal lights are not flashing, support for turning left or right
at an intersection which targets oncoming vehicles does not work.

■

Object detection function

Detectable 

objects

Vehicle speed

Oncoming vehi-

cle speed

Relative speed 

between your 

vehicle and object

Oncoming
vehicles

Approx.  7  to  15
mph  (10  to  25
km/h)

Approx.  20  to  35
mph  (30  to  55
km/h)

Approx.  25  to  50
mph  (40  to  80
km/h)

Pedestrians

Approx.  7  to  15
mph  (10  to  25
km/h)

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Approx.  7  to  15
mph  (10  to  25
km/h)

Detectable 

objects

Vehicle speed

Oncoming vehi-

cle speed

Relative speed 

between your 

vehicle and object

Oncoming
vehicles

Approx.  10  to  15
mph  (15  to  25
km/h)

Approx.  20  to  28
mph  (30  to  45
km/h)

Approx.  28  to  43
mph  (45  to  70
km/h)

Pedestrians

Approx.  7  to  15
mph  (10  to  25
km/h)

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Approx.  7  to  15
mph  (10  to  25
km/h)

The  system  detects  objects  based  on
their  size,  profile,  motion,  etc.  However,
an object may not be detected depending
on  the  surrounding  brightness  and  the
motion,  posture,  and  angle  of  the
detected  object,  preventing  the  system
from operating properly. (

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The illustration shows an image of detect-
able objects.

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Conditions under which the system may operate even if there is no pos-
sibility of a collision

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In  some  situations  such  as  the  following,  the  system  may  determine  that
there is a possibility of a frontal collision and operate.
• When passing a detectable object, etc.
• When changing lanes while overtaking a detectable object, etc.

• When rapidly closing on a detectable object, etc.
• When approaching objects on the roadside, such as detectable objects,

guardrails, utility poles, trees, or walls

• When there are patterns or paint in front of your vehicle that may be mis-

taken for a detectable object

• When the front of your vehicle is hit by water, snow, dust, etc.

• When  approaching  a  detectable

object  in  an  adjacent  lane  or  on  the
roadside, such as when changing the
course of travel or driving on a wind-
ing road

• When  there  is  a  detectable  object  or

other  object  by  the  roadside  at  the
entrance of a curve

• When  overtaking  a  detectable  object

that  is  changing  lanes  or  making  a
right/left turn

• When  passing  a  detectable  object  in

an  oncoming  lane  that  is  stopped  to
make a right/left turn

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• When a detectable object approaches very close and then stops before

entering the path of your vehicle

• If  the  front  of  your  vehicle  is  raised  or  lowered,  such  as  when  on  an

uneven or undulating road surface

• When driving on a road surrounded by a structure, such as in a tunnel or

on an iron bridge

• When there is a metal object (manhole cover, steel plate, etc.), steps, or a

protrusion in front of your vehicle

• When  approaching  an  electric  toll  gate  barrier,  parking  area  barrier,  or

other barrier that opens and closes

• When using an automatic car wash

• When driving through steam or smoke
• When  driving  near  an  object  that  reflects  radio  waves,  such  as  a  large

truck or guardrail

• When driving near a TV tower, broadcasting station, electric power plant,

radar equipped vehicles, etc., or other location where strong radio waves
or electrical noise may be present

• When  there  are  many  things  which  can  reflect  the  radio  waves  of  the

radar in the vicinity (tunnels, truss bridges, gravel roads, snow covered
road that have tracks, etc.)

• While  making  a  right/left  turn, when an  oncoming  vehicle  or a  crossing

pedestrian has already exited the path of your vehicle

• While making a right/left turn, closely in front of an oncoming vehicle or a

crossing pedestrian.

• While  making  a  right/left  turn, when an  oncoming  vehicle  or a  crossing

pedestrian stops before entering the path of your vehicle

• When  passing  under  an  object  (road

sign, billboard, etc.)

• When  driving  through  or  under

objects that may contact your vehicle,
such as thick grass, tree branches, or
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