Toyota C-HR (2021 year). Manual in english - part 3

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WARNING

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Caution regarding interference with electronic devices

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People  with  implantable  cardiac  pacemakers,  cardiac  resynchronization
therapy-pacemakers or implantable cardioverter defibrillators should keep
away from the smart key system antennas. (

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P. 133) 

The radio waves may affect the operation of such devices. If necessary,
the entry function can be disabled. Ask your Toyota dealer for details, such
as  the  frequency  of  radio  waves  and  timing  of  the  emitted  radio  waves.
Then, consult your doctor to see if you should disable the entry function.

●

Users  of  any  electrical  medical  device  other  than  implantable  cardiac
pacemakers,  cardiac  resynchronization  therapy-pacemakers  or  implant-
able  cardioverter  defibrillators  should  consult  the  manufacturer  of  the
device  for  information  about  its  operation  under  the  influence  of  radio
waves.
Radio  waves  could  have  unexpected  effects  on  the  operation  of  such
medical devices.

Ask your Toyota dealer for details on disabling the entry function.

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Front seats



Manual seat

Seat position adjustment lever
Seatback  angle  adjustment
lever
Vertical height adjustment lever
Lumbar  support  adjustment
switch (if equipped)



Power seat (driver’s side only)

Seat position adjustment switch
Seatback  angle  adjustment
switch
Seat  cushion  (front)  angle
adjustment switch
Vertical 

height 

adjustment

switch
Lumbar  support  adjustment
switch

Adjustment procedure

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WARNING

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When adjusting the seat position

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Take care when adjusting the seat position to ensure that other passen-
gers are not injured by the moving seat.

●

Do not put your hands under the seat or near the moving parts to avoid
injury.
Fingers or hands may become jammed in the seat mechanism.

●

Make sure to leave enough space around the feet so they do not get stuck.

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Seat adjustment

●

Be careful that the seat does not hit passengers or luggage.

●

To  reduce  the risk  of sliding  under  the lap  belt during a  collision,  do  not
recline the seat more than necessary.
If the seat is too reclined, the lap belt may slide past the hips and apply
restraint  forces  directly  to  the  abdomen,  or  your  neck  may  contact  the
shoulder belt, increasing the risk of death or serious injury in the event of
an accident.
Adjustments should not be made while driving as the seat may unexpect-
edly move and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

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Manual  seat  only:  After  adjusting  the  seat,  make  sure  that  the  seat  is
locked in position.

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Rear seats

Park the vehicle in a safe place.

Apply the parking brake firmly and shift the shift lever to P. (



P. 190)

Adjust the position of the front seat and the angle of the seatback.
(

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P. 143)

Depending on the position of the front seat, if the seatback is folded
backward, it may interfere with the operation of the rear seat.
Lift  up  and  push  down  the  head  restraints  of  the  rear  outboard
seats, and lower the head restraint of the rear center seat. 
(

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P. 147)

Pull  the  seatback  lock  release
lever and fold the seatback down.

To  avoid  trapping  the  seat  belt
between the seat and the inside of
the  vehicle,  pass  the  seat  belt
inside the seat belt guide and then
return  the  seatback  securely  to
the locked position.

The seatbacks of the rear seats can be folded down.

Before folding down the seatbacks

Folding down the seatbacks

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3

Returning the rear seatbacks

Seat belt

guide

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WARNING

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

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When folding the rear seatbacks down

●

Do not fold the seatbacks down while driving.

●

Stop the vehicle on level ground, set the parking brake and shift the shift
lever to P.

●

Do not allow anyone to sit on a folded seatback or in the luggage compart-
ment while driving.

●

Do not allow children to enter the luggage compartment.

●

Do not allow anyone to sit on the rear center seat if the rear right seat is
folded down, as the seat belt buckle for the rear center seat belt is then
concealed under the folded seat and cannot be used.

●

Be careful not to get your hand caught when folding the rear seatbacks.

●

Adjust  the  position  of  the  front  seats  before  folding  down  the  rear  seat-
backs so that the front seats do not interfere with the rear seatbacks when
folding down the rear seatbacks.

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After returning the rear seatback to the upright position

●

Make sure that the seatback is securely
locked  in  position  by  lightly  rocking  it
back and forth.
If  the  seatback  is  not  securely  locked,
the  red  marking  will  be  visible  on  the
seatback lock release knob. Make sure
that the red marking is not visible.

●

Check that the seat belts are not twisted
or caught in the seatback. 
If the seat belt gets caught between the
seatback’s  securing  hook  and  latch,  it
may damage the seat belt.

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Head restraints

Up

Pull the head restraints up.

Down

Push the head restraint down while
pressing the lock release button.

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Rear outboard seats

To fold

Pull  the  head  restraint  up  while
pressing the lock release button.

To use

Lift up and push down the head
restraint to the lowest lock posi-
tion.

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Rear center seat

Up

Pull the head restraints up.

Down

Push  the  head  restraint  down
while  pressing  the  lock  release
button.

Head restraints are provided for all seats.

Front seats

Lock release button

Rear seats

Lock release button

Lock release button

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Removing the head restraints



Front seats



Rear outside seats



Rear center seat

Pull  the  head  restraint  up  while  pressing
the lock release button.

Pull  the  head  restraint  up  while  pressing
the both lock release buttons.

Pull  the  head  restraint  up  while  pressing
the lock release button.

Lock release button

Lock release button

Lock release button

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Installing the head restraints



Front seats



Rear outside seats



Rear center seat

Align  the  head  restraint  with  the  installa-
tion  holes  and  push  it  down  to  the  lock
position.
Press  and  hold  the  lock  release  button
when lowering the head restraint.

Align  the  head  restraint  with  the  installa-
tion  holes  and  push  it  down  to  the  lock
position.

Align  the  head  restraint  with  the  installa-
tion  holes  and  push  it  down  to  the  lock
position.
Press  and  hold  the  lock  release  button
when lowering the head restraint.

Lock release button

Lock release button

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Adjusting the height of the front seat head restraints

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Adjusting the rear center seat head restraint

Always  raise  the  head  restraint  one  level  from  the  stowed  position  when
using.

Make  sure  that  the  head  restraints  are
adjusted  so  that  the  center  of  the  head
restraint is closest to the top of your ears. 

WARNING

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Head restraint precautions

Observe the following precautions regarding the head restraints. Failure to
do so may result in death or serious injury.

●

Use the head restraints designed for each respective seat.

●

Adjust the head restraints to the correct position at all times.

●

After  adjusting  the  head  restraints,  push  down  on  them  and  make  sure
they are locked in position.

●

Do not drive with the head restraints removed.

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Steering wheel

Hold  the  steering  wheel  and
push the lever down.

Adjust  to  the  ideal  position  by
moving the steering wheel hori-
zontally and vertically.

After  adjustment,  pull  the  lever  up
to secure the steering wheel.

To  sound  the  horn,  press  on  or
close to the 

 mark.

Adjustment procedure

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Horn

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After adjusting the steering wheel

Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked. 
The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked.

WARNING

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Caution while driving

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. 
Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and cause an acci-
dent, resulting in death or serious injury.

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After adjusting the steering wheel

Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked. 
Otherwise,  the  steering  wheel  may  move  suddenly,  possibly  causing  an
accident, resulting in death or serious injury. Also, the horn may not sound if
the steering wheel is not securely locked.

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Inside rear view mirror

The height of the rear view mirror can be adjusted to suit your driving
posture.
Adjust the height of the rear view
mirror by moving it up and down.

Reflected light from the headlights of vehicles behind can be reduced
by operating the lever.

Normal position
Anti-glare position

The rear view mirror’s position can be adjusted to enable suffi-
cient confirmation of the rear view.

Adjusting the height of rear view mirror

Anti-glare function

WARNING

Do not adjust the position of the mirror while driving.
Doing  so  may  lead  to  mishandling  of  the  vehicle  and  cause  an  accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.

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Outside rear view mirrors

To select a mirror to adjust, turn
the switch.

Left
Right

To adjust the mirror, operate the
switch.

Up
Right
Down
Left

Adjustment procedure

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Manual type

Push the mirror back in the direc-
tion of the rear of the vehicle.



Power type

Folds the mirrors
Extends the mirrors

Putting the outside rear view mirror
folding  switch  in  the  neutral  posi-
tion  sets  the  mirrors  to  automatic
mode.
Automatic mode allows the folding
or  extending  of  the  mirrors  to  be
linked  to  locking/unlocking  of  the
doors.

Folding and extending the mirrors

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Mirror angle can be adjusted when

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

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When the mirrors are fogged up

The outside rear view mirrors can be cleared using the mirror defoggers. Turn
on the rear window defogger to turn on the outside rear view mirror defog-
gers. (



P. 315)

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Using the automatic folding/extending mirror function in cold weather (if
equipped)

When the automatic folding/extending mirror function is used in cold weather,
the  outside  rear  view  mirrors  could  freeze  up  and  automatic  folding  and
extension may not be possible. In this event, remove any ice and snow from
the outside  rear view mirror, then operate the mirror manually  by using the
mirror fold switch or moving the mirror by hand.

■

Customization

The automatic mirror folding and extending operation can be changed. 
(Customizable features: 



P. 505)

WARNING

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Important points while driving

Observe the following precautions while driving.
Failure to do so may result in loss of control of the vehicle and cause an
accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

●

Do not adjust the mirrors while driving.

●

Do not drive with the mirrors folded.

●

Both the driver and passenger side mirrors must be extended and properly
adjusted before driving.

■

When a mirror is moving

To avoid personal injury and mirror malfunction, be careful not to get your
hand caught by the moving mirror.

■

When the mirror defoggers are operating

Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces, as they can become very hot
and burn you.

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Power windows

The power windows can be opened and closed using the switches.
Operating the switch moves the windows as follows:

Closing
One-touch closing

*

Opening
One-touch opening

*

*

: To stop the window partway, oper-

ate the switch in the opposite direc-
tion.

Press the switch down to lock the
passenger windows.

The indicator will come on.
Use this switch to prevent children
from  accidentally  opening  or  clos-
ing a passenger window.
Press  the  switch  again  to  unlock
the passenger windows.

Opening and closing procedures

Window lock switch

Indicator

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The power windows 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.

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Operating the power windows after turning the engine off

Vehicles without a smart key system: 
The power windows can be operated for approximately 45 seconds after the
engine switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. They cannot, how-
ever, be operated once either front door is opened.
Vehicles with a smart key system: 
The power windows can be operated for approximately 45 seconds after the
engine  switch  is  turned  to ACCESSORY  mode  or  turned  off.  They  cannot,
however, be operated once either front door is opened.

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Jam protection function

If  an  object  becomes  jammed  between  the  side  window  and  the  window
frame  while  the  side  window  is  closing,  side  window  movement  is  stopped
and the side window is opened slightly.

■

Catch protection function

If  an  object  becomes  caught  between  the  door  and  side  window  while  the
side window is opening, side window movement is stopped.

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When the side window cannot be opened or closed

When  the  jam  protection  function  or  catch  protection  function  operates
unusually and the side window cannot be opened or closed, perform the fol-
lowing operations with the power window switch of that door.

●

Stop  the  vehicle.  With  the  engine  switch  is  in  the  “ON”  position  (vehicles
without a smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart
key system), within 4 seconds of the jam protection function or catch protec-
tion  function  activating,  continuously  operate  the  power  window  switch  in
the  one-touch  closing  direction  or  one-touch  opening  direction  so  that  the
side window can be opened and closed.

●

If the side window cannot be opened and closed even when performing the
above operations, perform the following procedure for function initialization.

Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart key
system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system).
Pull and hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing direction
and completely close the side window.
Release  the  power  window  switch  for  a  moment,  resume  pulling  the
switch  in  the  one-touch  closing  direction,  and  hold  it  there  for  approxi-
mately 6 seconds or more.
Press and hold the power window switch in the one-touch opening direc-
tion. After  the  side  window  is  completely  opened,  continue  holding  the
switch for an additional 1 second or more.
Release  the  power  window  switch  for  a  moment,  resume  pushing  the
switch in the one-touch opening direction, and hold it there for approxi-
mately 4 seconds or more.
Pull and hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing direction
again. After the side  window is completely closed,  continue holding the
switch for a further 1 second or more.

If  you  release  the  switch  while  the  window  is  moving,  start  again  from  the
beginning. If the window reverses and cannot be fully closed or opened, have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

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Door lock linked window operation

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The power windows can be opened and closed using the key or mechanical
key.

*

 (



P. 121, 462)

●

The  power  windows  can  be  opened  using  the  wireless  remote  control.

*

(



P. 120)

*

: These settings must be customized at your Toyota dealer.

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Power window open reminder function

The buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display
in the instrument cluster when the engine switch is turned off and the driver’s
door is opened with the power windows open.

■

Customization

Some functions can be changed. (



P. 506)

WARNING

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

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Closing the windows

●

The driver is responsible for all the power window operations, including the
operation  for  the  passengers.  In  order  to  prevent  accidental  operation,
especially by a child, do not let a child operate the power windows. It is
possible for children and other passengers to have body parts caught in
the power window. Also, when riding with a child, it is recommended to use
the window lock switch. (



P. 157)

●

Check to make sure that all passengers
do not have any part of their body in a
position where it could be caught when
a window is being operated.

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

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Closing the windows

●

When using the wireless remote control, key or mechanical key (



P. 112)

and operating the power windows, operate the power window after check-
ing to make sure that there is no possibility of any passenger having any of
their body parts caught in the side window. Also do not let a child operate
side window by the wireless remote control, key or mechanical key. It is
possible for children and other passengers to get caught in the power win-
dow.

●

When exiting the vehicle, turn the engine switch off, carry the key and exit
the vehicle along with the child. There may be accidental operation, due to
mischief, etc., that may possibly lead to an accident.

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Jam protection function

●

Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection
function.

●

The jam protection function may not work if something gets jammed just
before  the  side  window  is  fully  closed.  Be  careful  not  to  get  any  part  of
your body jammed in the side window.

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Catch protection function

●

Never  use  any  part  of  your  body  or  clothing  to  intentionally  activate  the
catch protection function.

●

The catch protection function may not work if something gets caught just
before the side window is fully opened. Be careful not to get any part of
your body or clothing caught in the side window.

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Driving the vehicle............. 164
Cargo and luggage ........... 174
Vehicle load limits ............. 177
Trailer towing..................... 178
Dinghy towing ................... 179

4-2. Driving procedures

Engine (ignition) switch 

(vehicles without a 
smart key system)........... 180

Engine (ignition) switch 

(vehicles with a 
smart key system)........... 183

Continuously variable 

transmission.................... 190

Turn signal lever................ 195
Parking brake .................... 196
Brake Hold ........................ 201

4-3. Operating the lights 

and wipers

Headlight switch ................ 204
Automatic High Beam ....... 209
Fog light switch ................. 214
Windshield wipers and 

washer ............................ 215

Rear window wiper and 

washer ............................ 218

4-4. Refueling

Opening the 

fuel tank cap ................... 220

4-5. Using the driving support 

systems

Toyota Safety Sense 2.5... 224
PCS 

(Pre-Collision System) .... 231

LTA 

(Lane Tracing Assist)...... 246

RSA (Road Sign Assist).... 261
Driving mode select .......... 281
BSM 

(Blind Spot Monitor) ........ 283

RCTA (Rear Cross 

Traffic Alert) .................... 292

Driving assist systems ...... 300

4-6. Driving tips

Winter driving tips ............. 306

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Driving the vehicle

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P. 180, 183

With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D. (



P. 190)

Release the parking brake. (



P. 197)

If  the  parking  brake  is  in  automatic  mode,  the  parking  brake  is  released
automatically when shifting the shift lever to any position other than P. 
(



P. 196)

Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelera-
tor pedal to accelerate the vehicle.

With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.

If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift the shift
lever to P or N. (



P. 190)

The  following  procedures  should  be  observed  to  ensure  safe
driving: 

Starting the engine

Driving

Stopping

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With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
Set the parking brake (



P. 197), and shift the shift lever to P. 

(



P. 190)

If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.

Vehicles without a smart key system: Turn the engine switch to the
“LOCK” position to stop the engine. 
Vehicles with a smart key system: Press the engine switch to stop
the engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your person.

With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D.
Pull  the  parking  brake  switch  and  parking  brake  is  set  manually.
(



P. 197)

Release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal
to accelerate the vehicle.
Press the parking brake switch and parking brake is released man-
ually. (

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P. 197)

Parking the vehicle

Starting off on a steep uphill

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When starting off on an uphill

The hill-start assist control will activate. (

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P. 301)

■

Driving in the rain

●

Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the win-
dows may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.

●

Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be espe-
cially slippery.

●

Refrain  from  high  speeds  when  driving  on  an  expressway  in  the  rain,
because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road sur-
face, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.

■

Engine speed while driving

In the following conditions, the engine speed may become high while driving.
This is due to automatic up-shifting control or down-shifting implementation to
meet driving conditions. It does not indicate sudden acceleration.

●

The vehicle is judged to be driving uphill or downhill

●

When the accelerator pedal is released

●

When the brake pedal is depressed while sport mode is selected

●

When the brake pedal is depressed suddenly and vehicle speed is reduced
sharply

■

Restraining the engine output (Brake Override System)

●

When the accelerator and brake pedals are depressed at the same time, the
engine output may be restrained.

●

A warning message is displayed on the multi-information display while the
system is operating.

■

Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start Control)

●

When the following unusual operation is performed, the engine output may
be restrained.
• When the shift lever is shifted from R to D, D to R, N to R, P to D, or P to

R (D includes M) with the accelerator pedal depressed, a warning mes-
sage appears  on the multi-information display. If  a warning message is
shown on the multi-information display, read the message and follow the
instruction.

• When the accelerator pedal is depressed too much while the vehicle is in

reverse.

●

While  Drive-Start  Control  is  being  activated,  your  vehicle  may  have  trouble
escaping from the mud or fresh snow. In such case, deactivate TRAC (



P. 301)

to  cancel  Drive-Start  Control  so  that  the  vehicle  may  become  able  to  escape
from the mud or fresh snow.

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Breaking in your new Toyota

To extend the life of the vehicle, observing the following precautions is recom-
mended:

●

For the first 186 miles (300 km):
Avoid sudden stops.

●

For the first 621 miles (1000 km):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
• Avoid sudden acceleration.
• Do not drive continuously in low gears.
• Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.

■

Operating your vehicle in a foreign country

Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability
of the correct fuel. (



P. 478)

WARNING

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

■

When starting the vehicle

Always  keep  your  foot  on  the  brake  pedal  while  stopped  with  the  engine
running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.

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WARNING

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

■

When driving the vehicle

●

Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accel-
erator pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal. 
• Accidentally  depressing  the  accelerator  pedal  instead  of  the  brake

pedal will result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident.

• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a diffi-

culty in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.

• Make  sure  to  keep  a  correct  driving  posture  even  when  moving  the

vehicle only slightly. This allows you to depress the brake and accelera-
tor pedals properly.

• Depress  the  brake  pedal  using  your  right  foot.  Depressing  the  brake

pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency, result-
ing in an accident.

●

Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammable materials.
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. These hot
parts may cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.

●

During  normal  driving,  do  not  turn  off  the  engine. 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. 
However, in the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible
to stop the vehicle in the normal way: 



P. 423

●

Use  engine  braking  (downshift)  to  maintain  a  safe  speed  when  driving
down a steep hill. 
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose
effectiveness. (



P. 190)

●

Do not adjust the display, the positions of the steering wheel, the seat, or
the inside or outside rear view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control.

●

Always check that all passengers’ arms, heads or other parts of their body
are not outside the vehicle.

●

Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit per-
mits it, do not drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) unless your vehicle has high-
speed capability tires. Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may result in tire
failure, loss of control and possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer
to  determine whether the  tires on your  vehicle are high-speed capability
tires or not before driving at such speeds.

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

■

When driving on slippery road surfaces

●

Sudden  braking,  acceleration  and  steering  may  cause  tire  slippage  and
reduce your ability to control the vehicle.

●

Sudden acceleration, engine braking due to shifting, or changes in engine
speed could cause the vehicle to skid.

●

After  driving  through  a  puddle,  lightly  depress  the  brake  pedal  to  make
sure that the brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent
the brakes from functioning properly. If the brakes on only one side are wet
and not functioning properly, steering control may be affected.

■

When shifting the shift lever

●

Do not let the vehicle roll backward while the shift lever is in a driving posi-
tion, or roll forward while the shift lever is in R.
Doing so may cause the engine to stall or lead to poor brake and steering
performance, resulting in an accident or damage to the vehicle.

●

Do not shift the shift lever to P while the vehicle is moving. 
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle
control.

●

Do not shift the shift lever to R while the vehicle is moving forward. 
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle
control.

●

Do not shift the shift lever to a driving position while the vehicle is moving
backward. 
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle
control.

●

Moving the shift lever to N while the vehicle is moving will disengage the
engine from the transmission. Engine braking is not available when N is
selected.

●

Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
Shifting the shift lever to a gear other than P or N may lead to unexpected
rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an accident and result in
death or serious injury.

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WARNING

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

■

If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear limit indica-
tors)

Have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Toyota dealer as soon
as possible. 
Rotor damage may result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads
and/or those of the brake discs are exceeded.

■

When the vehicle is stopped

●

Do not race the engine.
If the vehicle is in any gear other than P or N, the vehicle may accelerate
suddenly and unexpectedly, causing an accident.

●

In order to prevent accidents due to the vehicle rolling away, always keep
depressing  the  brake  pedal  while  the  engine  is  running,  and  apply  the
parking brake as necessary.

●

If the vehicle is stopped on an incline, in order to prevent accidents caused
by the vehicle rolling forward or backward, always depress the brake pedal
and securely apply the parking brake as needed.

●

Avoid revving or racing the engine. 
Running the engine at high speed while the vehicle is stopped may cause
the exhaust system to overheat, which could result in a fire if combustible
material is nearby.

■

When the vehicle is parked

●

Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink cans in
the vehicle when it is in the sun.
Doing so may result in the following:
• Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter or spray can, and may lead to a

fire.

• The  temperature  inside  the  vehicle  may  cause  the  plastic  lenses  and

plastic material of glasses to deform or crack.

• Soft  drink  cans  may  fracture,  causing  the  contents  to  spray  over  the

interior of the vehicle, and may also cause a short circuit in the vehicle’s
electrical components.

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

■

When the vehicle is parked

●

Do not leave cigarette lighters in the vehicle. If a cigarette lighter is in a
place such as the glove box or on the floor, it may be lit accidentally when
luggage is loaded or the seat is adjusted, causing a fire.

●

Do not attach adhesive discs to the windshield or windows. Do not place
containers such as air fresheners on the instrument panel or dashboard.
Adhesive discs or containers may act as lenses, causing a fire in the vehi-
cle.

●

Do not leave a door or window open if the curved glass is coated with a
metallized film such as a silver-colored one. Reflected sunlight may cause
the glass to act as a lens, causing a fire.

●

Always apply the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P, stop the engine
and lock the vehicle.
Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the engine is running.
If the vehicle is parked with the shift lever in P but the parking brake is not
set, the vehicle may start to move, possibly leading to an accident.

●

Do not touch the exhaust pipes while the engine is running or immediately
after turning the engine off.
Doing so may cause burns.

■

When taking a nap in the vehicle

Always  turn  the  engine  off.  Otherwise,  if  you  accidentally  move  the  shift
lever or depress the accelerator pedal, this could cause an accident or fire
due to engine overheating. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked in a poorly
ventilated area, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle, leading to
death or a serious health hazard.

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

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When braking

●

When the brakes are wet, drive more cautiously.
Braking distance increases when the brakes are wet, and this may cause
one side of the vehicle to brake differently than the other side. Also, the
parking brake may not securely hold the vehicle.

●

If the brake booster device does not operate, do not follow other vehicles
closely and avoid hills or sharp turns that require braking. 
In  this  case,  braking  is  still  possible,  but  the  brake  pedal  should  be
depressed more firmly than usual. Also, the braking distance will increase.
Have your brakes fixed immediately.

●

Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls. 
Each push on the brake pedal uses up the reserve for the power-assisted
brakes.

●

The brake system consists of 2 individual hydraulic systems; if one of the
systems  fails,  the  other  will  still  operate.  In  this  case,  the  brake  pedal
should be depressed more firmly than usual and the braking distance will
increase.
Have your brakes fixed immediately. 

NOTICE

■

When driving the vehicle

●

Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during
driving, as this may restrain engine output.

●

Do  not  use  the  accelerator  pedal  or  depress  the  accelerator  and  brake
pedals at the same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.

■

When parking the vehicle

Always set the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so
may cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if
the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed.

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Avoiding damage to vehicle parts

●

Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for
an extended period of time. 
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.

●

When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.

■

If you get a flat tire while driving 

A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehi-
cle.

●

It may be difficult to control your vehicle.

●

The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.

●

The vehicle will lean abnormally.

Information on what to do in case of a flat tire (



P. 449)

■

When encountering flooded roads

Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain, etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:

●

Engine stalling

●

Short in electrical components

●

Engine damage caused by water immersion

In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:

●

Brake function

●

Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, trans-
mission, etc.

●

Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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Cargo and luggage

Cargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants. 
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capacity) — (Total weight of occupants)

Toyota  does  not  recommend  towing  a  trailer  with  your  vehicle.  Your

vehicle is not designed for trailer towing.

Take  notice of the following information about storage  precau-
tions, cargo capacity and load:

Capacity and distribution

Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit —

(1) Locate  the  statement  “The  combined  weight  of  occupants  and

cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s
placard. 

(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that

will be riding in your vehicle. 

(3) Subtract  the  combined  weight  of  the  driver  and  passengers  from

XXX kg or XXX lbs.

(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and lug-

gage load capacity. 
For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will
be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available
cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 

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150) =

650 lbs.) 

(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded

on  the  vehicle.  That  weight  may  not  safely  exceed  the  available
cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 

(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be

transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how
this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your
vehicle.(

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P. 177)

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Cargo capacity
Total  load  capacity  (vehicle
capacity weight) (

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P. 476)

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 luggage compartment

The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the luggage compart-

ment:

●

Receptacles containing gasoline

●

Aerosol cans

■

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 luggage compartment whenever possi-

ble.

●

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 enlarged luggage compartment. It is

not designed for passengers. They should ride in their seats with their

seat belts properly fastened.

●

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 luggage cover

• On the instrument panel

• On the dashboard

●

Secure all items in the occupant compartment.

■

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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Vehicle load limits

◆

Total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight): (



P. 476)

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

◆

Seating capacity: (



P. 476)

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. 

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Total load capacity and seating capacity

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

(



P. 386)

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

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To avoid serious damage to your vehicle

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

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Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a 

smart key system)

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 to 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 power outlet can be used.

“ON”

All electrical components can be used.

“START”

For starting the engine.

Starting the engine

Changing the engine switch positions

1

2

3

4

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■

Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK”

Shift the shift lever to P. (



P. 190)

■

If the engine does not start

The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (



P. 84) 

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.

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

1

2

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.

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WARNING

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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. 423)

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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Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a 

smart key system)

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

 and 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.

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

Starting the engine

1

2

3

4

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Stop the vehicle.
Set the parking brake (



P. 197), and shift the shift lever to P.

Press the engine switch.
Release  the  brake  pedal  and  check  that  “ACCESSORY”  on  the
multi-information display is off.

Modes  can  be  changed  by  pressing  the  engine  switch  with  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.
“ACCESSORY”  will  be  displayed
on the multi-information display.

IGNITION ON mode

All  electrical  components  can  be
used.
“IGNITION ON” will be displayed on the multi-information display.

*

: 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.

Stopping the engine

Changing engine switch modes

1

2

3

4

IGNITION ON

ACCESSORY

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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 “ACCESSORY” and “Turn Power Off.” are displayed on
the  multi-information  display  and  then  press  the  engine  switch
once.
Check that “ACCESSORY” and “Turn Power Off.” on the multi-infor-
mation display are off.

■

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. 123) from the inside or the mechanical key (



P. 462) 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.

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

1

2

3

4

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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  (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 periods of time when the engine is not running.

■

Electronic key battery depletion



P. 116

■

Conditions affecting operation



P. 136

■

Notes for the entry function



P. 137

■

If the engine does not start

●

The  engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (



P. 84)

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

“Push ENGINE Switch while Turning The
Steering Wheel in Either Direction.” 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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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 the “Smart Key System Malfunction. See Owner’s Manual.” is dis-
played on the multi-information display

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

■

If the electronic key battery is depleted



P. 397

■

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, please wait a few seconds before restarting the engine.

■

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



P. 462

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.

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WARNING

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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. 423)

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.

■

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.

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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.

●

If “ACCESSORY” or “IGNITION ON” is displayed on the multi-information
display,  the  engine  switch  is  not  off.  When  exiting  the  vehicle,  always
check that the engine switch is off.

●

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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Continuously variable transmission

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.

*

: To  shift  the  shift  lever  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.

Shifting the shift lever

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*

1

: To  improve  fuel  efficiency  and  reduce  noises,  set  the  shift  lever  in  D  for

normal driving.

*

2

: Selecting gear step using the M position achieves suitable engine braking

forces by operating the shift lever.



P. 281

To enter 7-speed sport sequential shiftmatic mode, shift the shift lever
to M position. Gear steps can then be selected by operating the shift
lever, allowing you to drive in the gear step of your choosing.

Upshifting
Downshifting

The gear changes once every time
the shift lever is operated.
The selected gear step, from M1 to
M7, will be displayed in the meter.

However, even when in the M position, the gear steps will be auto-
matically changed if the engine speed is too high, or too low.

Shift position purpose

Shift position

Objective or function

P

Parking the vehicle/starting the engine

R

Reversing

N

Neutral

D

Normal driving

*

1

M

7-speed sport sequential shiftmatic mode driving

*

2

 

(



P. 191)

Selecting a driving mode

Changing gear steps in the M position

1

2

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Gear step functions

●

You can choose from 7 levels of engine braking force.

●

A  lower  gear  step  will  provide  greater  engine  braking  force  than  a  higher
gear step, and the engine speed will also increase.

■

If the 7-speed sport sequential shiftmatic mode indicator does not come
on even after shifting the shift lever to M

This  may  indicate  a  malfunction  in  the  continuously  variable  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.)

■

When the vehicle comes to a stop with the shift lever in the M position

●

The  transmission  will  automatically  downshift  to  M1  once  the  vehicle  is
stopped.

●

After a stop, the vehicle will start off in M1.

●

When the vehicle is stopped, the transmission is set at M1.

■

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

Even when performing the following actions with the intent of enabling engine
braking,  engine  braking  will  not  activate  because  cruise  control  will  not  be
canceled.

●

When switching the driving mode to sport mode while driving in D position.
(



P. 281)

■

Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer

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 is operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)

■

Restraining sudden start (Drive-start Control)



P. 166

■

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), and the brake pedal is being depressed.

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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  with  your  foot  on  the  brake  pedal  while
pressing the button on the shift knob, 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.
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position (vehicles without a smart key
system) or off (vehicles with a smart key system).
Depress the brake pedal.

■

G AI-SHIFT 

G AI-SHIFT automatically selects a suitable gear for sporty driving according
to  driver’s  input  and  driving  conditions.  G AI-SHIFT  operates  automatically
when the shift lever is in D and sport mode is selected for the driving mode.
(Selecting  normal  mode  or  shifting  the  shift  lever  to  the  M  position  cancels
this function.)

Remove the cover.
Remove  the  cover  using  flathead
screwdriver. To  prevent  damage  to  the
cover, tip the screwdriver with a rag.

Press  the  shift  lock  override  button
while  pressing  the  button  on  the  shift
knob.
The shift lever can be shifted while the
button is pressed.

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WARNING

■

When driving on slippery road surfaces

Be careful of downshifting and sudden acceleration, as this could result in
the vehicle skidding to the side or spinning.

■

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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Turn signal lever

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.

■

Customization

The  number  of  times  the  turn  signals  flash  during  a  lane  change  can  be
changed. (Customizable feature 



P. 506)

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Parking brake

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



P. 197)

Turns  automatic  mode  on
(while  the  vehicle  is  stopped,
pull and hold the parking brake
switch until “EPB Shift Interlock
Function Activated.” will be dis-
played  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 lamp 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
lamp 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  “EPB  Shift  Interlock  Function
Deactivated.” will be displayed on the multi-information display)

A selections can be made as desired from the following modes.

Automatic mode

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

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The parking brake can be set and released manually.

Pull the parking brake switch to
set the parking brake

The  parking  brake  indicator  light
and  parking  brake  lamp  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.

Push  the  parking  brake  switch
to release the parking brake

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

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



P. 436)

Manual mode

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

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Parking brake operation

●

When the engine switch is not in the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart
key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system), the
parking brake cannot be released using the parking brake switch.

●

When the engine switch is not in the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart
key  system)  or  IGNITION  ON  mode  (vehicles  with  a  smart  key  system),
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  “EPB  Frequently  Operated,  Wait  a  Minute.”  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  “EPB Activation  Incomplete.”  or  “EPB  Unavailable.”  is  displayed  on
the multi-information display

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.

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Parking brake indicator light and parking brake lamp

●

Depending on the engine switch position/mode, the parking brake indicator
light and parking brake lamp will turn on and stay on as described below:



Vehicles without a smart key system

In the “ON” position: Comes on until the parking brake is released.
Not in the “ON” position: Stays on for approximately 15 seconds.



Vehicles with a smart key system

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 lamp stay on for about 15 seconds.
This does not indicate a malfunction.

■

Changing the mode

When changing the automatic mode on/off, the message will be shown on the
multi-information display and the buzzer sounds.

■

Parking the vehicle



P. 165

■

Parking brake engaged warning buzzer

A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake engaged.
“EPB Applied.” 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. 436

■

Usage in winter time



P. 307

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■

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. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately if this
occurs.

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Brake Hold

Turns the brake hold system on

The  brake  hold  standby  indicator
(green)  comes  on.  While  the  sys-
tem is holding the brake, the brake
hold  operated  indicator  (yellow)
comes on.

■

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 is not wearing the seat belt.

If  any  of  the  conditions  above  are  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 brake, a warning buzzer will sound and a message will be shown
on the multi-information display. The parking brake will then be set automati-
cally.

The brake hold system keeps the brake applied when the shift
lever is in a forward driving position 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 the forward driving position to
allow smooth start off.

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Brake hold function

●

If the brake pedal is left released for a period of about 3 minutes after the
system has started holding the brake, the parking brake will be set automat-
ically. 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 brake, firmly depress
the brake pedal and press the button 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.

■

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. 196)

■

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.

■

If “Brake Hold Fault. Depress Brake to Deactivate. Visit Your Dealer.” is
displayed on the multi-information display

The  system  may  be  malfunctioning.  Have  the  vehicle  inspected  by  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. 436

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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  brake  may  release  the  brake,  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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Headlight switch

Operating the 

 switch turns on the lights as follows:



For U.S.A.

The  headlights,  side
marker,  parking  lights,
daytime  running  lights
(



P.  206)  and  so  on

turn  on  and  off  auto-
matically.
(When 

the 

engine

switch  is  in  the  “ON”
position  [vehicles  with-
out a smart key system]
or  IGNITION  ON  mode
[vehicles  with  a  smart
key system])
The  side  marker,  parking,  tail,  license  plate,  instrument
panel lights and daytime running lights (



P. 206) turn on.

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

The headlights can be operated manually or automatically. 

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

For Canada

The  headlights,  side
marker,  parking  lights,
daytime  running  lights
(



P.  206)  and  so  on

turn  on  and  off  auto-
matically.
(When 

the 

engine

switch  is  in  the  “ON”
position  [vehicles  with-
out a smart key system]
or  IGNITION  ON  mode
[vehicles  with  a  smart
key system])
The  side  marker,  parking,  tail,  license  plate,  instrument
panel lights and daytime running lights (



P. 206) 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.

AFS  (Adaptive  Front-lighting  System)  secures  excellent  visibility  at
intersections and on curves by automatically adjusting the direction of
the  light  axis  of  the  headlights  according  to  vehicle  speed  and  the
degree of the tire’s angle as controlled by steering input.
AFS operates at speeds of 6 mph (10 km/h) or higher.

Turning on the high beam headlights

AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) (if equipped)