Toyota Sienna Hybrid (2021 year). Manual in english - part 5

 

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Toyota Sienna Hybrid (2021 year). Manual in english - part 5

 

 

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Enabling/disabling the pre-
collision system

The pre-collision system can be 
enabled/disabled on the 

 

screen (

P.112) of the multi-

information display.

The system is automatically 
enabled each time the power 
switch is turned to ON.

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

Changing the pre-collision 
warning timing

The pre-collision warning timing 
can be changed on the 

 

screen (

P.112) of the multi-

information display.

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

WARNING

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 hybrid system on 

and the tires are allowed to 

rotate freely

When inspecting the vehicle 

using a drum tester such as a 

chassis dynamometer or speed-

ometer tester, or when using an 

on vehicle wheel balancer

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 vehicle has been in an acci-

dent 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 sen-

sor or front camera is temporar-

ily installed to the vehicle

Changing settings of the 
pre-collision system

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Early

2

Middle

This is the default setting.

3

Late

Operational conditions

The pre-collision system is enabled and the system determines that the pos-

sibility of a frontal collision with a detected object is high. 

Each function is operational at the following speed

Pre-collision warning

Pre-collision brake assist

Detectable objects

Vehicle speed

Relative speed between 

your vehicle and object

Vehicles

Approx. 7 to 110 mph 

(10 to 180 km/h)

Approx. 7 to 110 mph 

(10 to 180 km/h)

Bicyclists and pedestri-

ans

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

Vehicles

Approx. 20 to 110 mph 

(30 to 180 km/h)

Approx. 20 to 110 mph 

(30 to 180 km/h)

Bicyclists and pedestri-

ans

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

The system may not operate in the following situations:

If a 12-volt 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)

Object detection function

The system detects objects based 

on their size, profile, motion, etc. 

However, an object may not be 

detected depending on the sur-

rounding brightness and the motion, 

posture, and angle of the detected 

object, preventing the system from 

operating properly. (

P.272) 

The illustration shows an image of 

detectable objects.

Cancelation of the 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.

Conditions under which the 

system may operate even if 

there is no possibility of a colli-

sion

In some situations such as the fol-

lowing, the system may determine 

that there is a possibility of a fron-

tal collision and operate.

• When passing a detectable 

object, etc.

• When changing lanes while over-

taking a detectable object, 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 winding road

• When rapidly closing on a detect-

able object, etc.

• When approaching objects on the 

roadside, such as detectable 

objects, guardrails, utility poles, 

trees, or walls

• When there is a detectable object 

or other object by the roadside at 

Detectable objects

Vehicle speed

Relative speed between 

your vehicle and object

Vehicles

Approx. 7 to 110 mph 

(10 to 180 km/h)

Approx. 7 to 110 mph 

(10 to 180 km/h)

Bicyclists and pedestri-

ans

Approx. 7 to 50 mph (10 

to 80 km/h)

Approx. 7 to 50 mph (10 

to 80 km/h)

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the entrance of a curve

• When there are patterns or paint 

in front of your vehicle that may be 

mistaken for a detectable object

• When the front of your vehicle is 

hit by water, snow, dust, etc.

• 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

• 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 sur-

rounded 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 passing under an object 

(road sign, billboard, etc.)

• 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 or under 

objects that may contact your 

vehicle, such as thick grass, tree 

branches, or a banner

• 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, or other location 

where strong radio waves or elec-

trical noise may be present

Situations in which the system 

may not operate properly

In some situations such as the fol-

lowing, an object may not be 

detected by the radar sensor and 

front camera, preventing the sys-

tem from operating properly:

• When a detectable object is 

approaching your vehicle

• When your vehicle or a detectable 

object is wobbling

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• If a detectable object makes an 

abrupt maneuver (such as sudden 

swerving, acceleration or deceler-

ation)

• When your vehicle approaches a 

detectable object rapidly

• When a detectable object is not 

directly in front of your vehicle

• When a detectable object is near 

a wall, fence, guardrail, manhole 

cover, vehicle, steel plate on the 

road, etc.

• When a detectable object is under 

a structure

• When part of a detectable object 

is hidden by an object, such as 

large baggage, an umbrella, or 

guardrail

• When multiple detectable objects 

are close together

• If the sun or other light is shining 

directly on a detectable object

• When a detectable object is a 

shade of white and looks 

extremely bright

• When a detectable object appears 

to be nearly the same color or 

brightness as its surroundings

• If a detectable object cuts or sud-

denly emerges in front of your 

vehicle

• When the front of your vehicle is 

hit by water, snow, dust, etc.

• When a very bright light ahead, 

such as the sun or the headlights 

of oncoming traffic, shines directly 

into the front camera

• When approaching the side or 

front of a vehicle ahead

• If a vehicle ahead is a motorcycle

• If a vehicle ahead is narrow, such 

as a personal mobility vehicle

• If a preceding vehicle has a small 

rear end, such as an unloaded 

truck

• If a preceding vehicle has a low 

rear end, such as a low bed trailer

• If a vehicle ahead has extremely 

high ground clearance

• If a vehicle ahead is carrying a 

load which protrudes past its rear 

bumper

• If a vehicle ahead is irregularly 

shaped, such as a tractor or side 

car

• If a vehicle ahead is a child sized 

bicycle, a bicycle that is carrying a 

large load, a bicycle ridden by 

more than one person, or a 

uniquely shaped bicycle (bicycle 

with a child seat, tandem bicycle, 

etc.)

• If a pedestrian/or the riding height 

of a bicyclist ahead is shorter than 

approximately 3.2 ft. (1 m) or taller 

than approximately 6.5 ft. (2 m)

• If a pedestrian/bicyclist is wearing 

oversized clothing (a rain coat, 

long skirt, etc.), making their sil-

houette obscure

• If a pedestrian is bending forward 

or squatting or bicyclist is bending 

forward

• If a pedestrian/bicyclist is moving 

fast

• If a pedestrian is pushing a 

stroller, wheelchair, bicycle or 

other vehicle

• When driving in inclement weather 

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such as heavy rain, fog, snow or a 

sandstorm

• When driving through steam or 

smoke

• When the surrounding area is dim, 

such as at dawn or dusk, or while 

at night or in a tunnel, making a 

detectable object appear to be 

nearly the same color as its sur-

roundings

• When driving in a place where the 

surrounding brightness changes 

suddenly, such as at the entrance 

or exit of a tunnel

• After the hybrid system has 

started the vehicle has not been 

driven for a certain amount of time

• While making a left/right turn and 

for a few seconds after making a 

left/right turn

• While driving on a curve and for a 

few seconds after driving on a 

curve

• If your vehicle is skidding

• If the front of the vehicle is raised 

or lowered

• If the wheels are misaligned

• If a wiper blade is blocking the 

front camera

• The vehicle is being driven at 

extremely high speeds

• When driving on a hill

• If the radar sensor or front camera 

is misaligned

In some situations such as the fol-

lowing, sufficient braking force 

may not be obtained, preventing 

the system from performing prop-

erly:

• If the braking functions cannot 

operate to their full extent, such as 

when the brake parts are 

extremely cold, extremely hot, or 

wet

• If the vehicle is not properly main-

tained (brakes or tires are exces-

sively worn, improper tire inflation 

pressure, etc.)

• When the vehicle is being driven 

on a gravel road or other slippery 

surface

If VSC is disabled

If VSC is disabled (

P.336), the 

pre-collision brake assist and pre-

collision braking functions are also 

disabled.

The PCS warning light will turn on 

and “VSC Turned Off Pre-Colli-

sion Brake System Unavailable” 

will be displayed on the multi-

information display.

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LTA (Lane Tracing 

Assist)

While driving on a road with 
clear white (yellow) lane 
lines, the LTA system warns 
the driver if the vehicle may 
deviate from the current 
lane or course

*

, and also 

can slightly operate the 
steering wheel to help avoid 
deviation from the lane or 
course

*

. Also, while the 

dynamic radar cruise con-
trol with full-speed range is 
operating, this system will 
operate the steering wheel 
to maintain the vehicle’s 
lane position.
The LTA system recognizes 
white (yellow) lane lines or a 
course

*

 using the front cam-

era. Additionally, it detects 
preceding vehicles using 
the front camera and radar.

*

: Boundary between asphalt and 

the side of the road, such as 
grass, soil, or a curb

WARNING

Before using LTA system

Do not rely solely upon the LTA 

system. The LTA system does 

not automatically drive the vehi-

cle or reduce the amount of 

attention that must be paid to 

the area in front of the vehicle. 

The driver must always assume 

full responsibility for driving 

safely by paying careful atten-

tion to the surrounding condi-

tions and operating the steering 

wheel to correct the path of the 

vehicle. Also, the driver must 

take adequate breaks when 

fatigued, such as from driving 

for a long period of time.

Failure to perform appropriate 

driving operations and pay care-

ful attention may lead to an 

accident, resulting in death or 

serious injury.

When not using the LTA sys-

tem, use the LTA switch to turn 

the system off.

Situations unsuitable for LTA 

system

In the following situations, use the 

LTA switch to turn the system off. 

Failure to do so may lead to an 

accident, resulting in death or 

serious injury.

Vehicle is driven on a road sur-

face which is slippery due to 

rainy weather, fallen snow, 

freezing, etc.

Vehicle is driven on a snow-cov-

ered road.

White (yellow) lines are difficult 

to see due to rain, snow, fog, 

dust, etc.

Vehicle is driven in a temporary 

lane or restricted lane due to 

construction work.

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WARNING

Vehicle is driven in a construc-

tion zone.

A spare tire, tire chains, etc. are 

equipped.

When the tires have been 

excessively worn, or when the 

tire inflation pressure is low.

When your vehicle is towing a 

trailer or during emergency tow-

ing

Preventing LTA system mal-

functions and operations per-

formed by mistake

Do not modify the headlights or 

place stickers, etc. on the sur-

face of the lights.

Do not modify the suspension 

etc. If the suspension etc. needs 

to be replaced, contact your 

Toyota dealer.

Do not install or place anything 

on the hood or grille. Also, do 

not install a grille guard (bull 

bars, kangaroo bar, etc.).

If your windshield needs 

repairs, contact your Toyota 

dealer.

Conditions in which functions 

may not operate properly

In the following situations, the 

functions may not operate prop-

erly and the vehicle may depart 

from its lane. Drive safely by 

always paying careful attention to 

your surroundings and operate 

the steering wheel to correct the 

path of the vehicle without relying 

solely on the functions.

When the follow-up cruising dis-

play is displayed (

P.281) and 

the preceding vehicle changes 

lanes. (Your vehicle may follow 

the preceding vehicle and also 

change lanes.)

When the follow-up cruising dis-

play is displayed (

P.281) and 

the preceding vehicle is sway-

ing. (Your vehicle may sway 

accordingly and depart from the 

lane.)

When the follow-up cruising dis-

play is displayed (

P.281) and 

the preceding vehicle departs 

from its lane. (Your vehicle may 

follow the preceding vehicle and 

depart from the lane.)

When the follow-up cruising dis-

play is displayed (

P.281) and 

the preceding vehicle is being 

driven extremely close to the 

left/right lane line. (Your vehicle 

may follow the preceding vehi-

cle and depart from the lane.)

Vehicle is being driven around a 

sharp curve.

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WARNING

Objects or patterns that could 

be mistaken for white (yellow) 

lines are present on the side of 

the road (guardrails, reflective 

poles, etc.).

Vehicle is driven where the road 

diverges, merges, etc.

Repair marks of asphalt, white 

(yellow) lines, etc. are present 

due to road repair.

There are shadows on the road 

that run parallel with, or cover, 

the white (yellow) lines.

The vehicle is driven in an area 

without white (yellow) lines, 

such as in front of a tollgate or 

checkpoint, or at an intersec-

tion, etc.

The white (yellow) lines are 

cracked, “Botts’ dots”, “Raised 

pavement marker” or stones are 

present.

The white (yellow) lines cannot 

be seen or are difficult to see 

due to sand, etc.

The vehicle is driven on a road 

surface that is wet due to rain, 

puddles, etc.

The traffic lines are yellow 

(which may be more difficult to 

recognize than lines that are 

white).

The white (yellow) lines cross 

over a curb, etc.

The vehicle is driven on a bright 

surface, such as concrete.

If the edge of the road is not 

clear or straight.

The vehicle is driven on a sur-

face that is bright due to 

reflected light, etc.

The vehicle is driven in an area 

where the brightness changes 

suddenly, such as at the 

entrances and exits of tunnels, 

etc.

Light from the headlights of an 

oncoming vehicle, the sun, etc. 

enters the camera.

The vehicle is driven on a slope.

The vehicle is driven on a road 

which tilts left or right, or a wind-

ing road.

The vehicle is driven on an 

unpaved or rough road.

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Lane departure alert func-
tion

When the system determines 

that the vehicle might depart 
from its lane or course

*

, a warn-

ing is displayed on the multi-
information display, and either a 
warning buzzer will sound or the 
steering wheel will vibrate to 
alert the driver.

When the warning buzzer sounds 
or the steering wheel vibrates, 
check the area around your vehicle 
and carefully operate the steering 
wheel to move the vehicle back to 
the center of the lane.
Vehicle with BSM: When the sys-
tem determines that the vehicle 
might depart from its lane and that 
the possibility of a collision with an 
overtaking vehicle in the adjacent 
lane is high, the lane departure 
alert will operate even if the turn 
signals are operating.

*

: Boundary between asphalt and 

the side of the road, such as 
grass, soil, or a curb

WARNING

The traffic lane is excessively 

narrow or wide.

The vehicle is extremely tilted 

due to carrying heavy luggage 

or having improper tire pres-

sure.

The distance to the preceding 

vehicle is extremely short.

The vehicle is moving up and 

down a large amount due to 

road conditions during driving 

(poor roads or road seams).

When driving in a tunnel or at 

night with the headlights off or 

when a headlight is dim due to 

its lens being dirty or it being 

misaligned.

The vehicle is struck by a cross-

wind.

The vehicle is affected by wind 

from a vehicle driven in a 

nearby lane.

The vehicle has just changed 

lanes or crossed an intersec-

tion.

Tires which differ by structure, 

manufacturer, brand or tread 

pattern are used.

When tires of a size other than 

specified are installed.

Snow tires, etc. are equipped.

The vehicle is being driven at 

extremely high speeds.

Functions included in 
LTA system

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Steering assist function

When the system determines 
that the vehicle might depart 
from its lane or course

*

, the sys-

tem provides assistance as nec-
essary by operating the steering 
wheel in small amounts for a 
short period of time to keep the 
vehicle in its lane.

If the system detects that the steer-
ing wheel has not been operated 
for a fixed amount of time or the 
steering wheel is not being firmly 
gripped, a warning is displayed on 
the multi-information display and 
the function is temporarily can-
celed.
Vehicle with BSM: When the sys-
tem determines that the vehicle 
might depart from its lane and that 
the possibility of a collision with an 
overtaking vehicle in the adjacent 
lane is high, the steering assist 
function will operate even if the turn 
signals are operating.

*

: Boundary between asphalt and 

the side of the road, such as 
grass, soil, or a curb

Vehicle sway warning func-
tion

When the vehicle is swaying 
within a lane, the warning 
buzzer will sound and a mes-
sage will be displayed on the 
multi-information display to alert 
the driver.

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Lane centering function

This function is linked with 
dynamic radar cruise control 
with full-speed range and pro-
vides the required assistance by 
operating the steering wheel to 
keep the vehicle in its current 
lane.

When dynamic radar cruise control 
with full-speed range is not operat-
ing, the lane centering function 
does not operate.
In situations where the white (yel-
low) lane lines are difficult to see or 
are not visible, such as when in a 
traffic jam, this function will operate 
to help follow a preceding vehicle 
by monitoring the position of the 
preceding vehicle.
If the system detects that the steer-
ing wheel has not been operated 
for a fixed amount of time or the 
steering wheel is not being firmly 
gripped, a warning is displayed on 

the multi-information display and 
the function is temporarily can-
celed.

Press the LTA switch to turn the 
LTA system on.

The LTA indicator illuminates and a 
message is displayed on the multi-
information display.

Press the LTA switch again to 
turn the LTA system off.

When the LTA system is turned on 
or off, operation of the LTA system 
continues in the same condition the 
next time the hybrid system is 
started.

Turning LTA system on

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LTA indicator

The illumination condition of the 
indicator informs the driver of the 
system operation status.
Illuminated in white: LTA system is 
operating.
Illuminated in green: Steering 
wheel assistance of the steering 
assist function or lane centering 
function is operating.
Flashing in orange: Lane departure 
alert function is operating.

Operation display of steering 
wheel operation support

Displayed when the multi-informa-
tion display is switched to the driv-
ing support system information 
display.
Indicates that steering wheel assis-
tance of the steering assist function 

or lane centering function is operat-
ing.
Both outer sides of the lane are dis-
played: Indicates that steering 
wheel assist of the lane centering 
function is operating.
One outer side of the lane is dis-
played: Indicates that steering 
wheel assist of the steering assist 
function is operating.
Both outer sides of the lane are 
flashing: Alerts the driver that their 
input is necessary to stay in the 
center of the lane (lane centering 
function).

Follow-up cruising display

Displayed when the multi-informa-
tion display is switched to the driv-
ing support system information 
display.
Indicates that steering assist of the 
lane centering function is operating 
by monitoring the position of a pre-
ceding vehicle.
When the follow-up cruising display 
is displayed, if the preceding vehi-
cle moves, your vehicle may move 
in the same way. Always pay care-
ful attention to your surroundings 
and operate the steering wheel as 
necessary to correct the path of the 
vehicle and ensure safety.

Lane departure alert function 
display

Displayed when the multi-informa-
tion display is switched to the driv-
ing support system information 
display.

Indications on multi-infor-
mation display

A

B

C

D

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Inside of displayed lines is 
white

Indicates that the system is recog-
nizing white (yellow) lines or a 
course

*

. When the vehicle departs 

from its lane, the white line dis-
played on the side the vehicle 
departs from flashes orange.

Inside of displayed lines is 
black

Indicates that the system is not able 
to recognize white (yellow) lines or 
a course

*

 or is temporarily can-

celed.

*

: Boundary between asphalt and 

the side of the road, such as 
grass, soil, or a curb

Operation conditions of each 

function

Lane departure alert function

This function operates when all of 
the following conditions are met.

• LTA is turned on.

• Vehicle speed is approximately 32 

mph (50 km/h) or more.

*1

• System recognizes white (yellow) 

lane lines or a course

*2

. (When a 

white [yellow] line or course

*2

 is 

recognized on only one side, the 

system will operate only for the 

recognized side.)

• Width of traffic lane is approxi-

mately 9.8 ft. (3 m) or more.

• Turn signal lever is not operated. 

(Vehicle with BSM: Except when 

another vehicle is in the lane on 

the side where the turn signal was 

operated)

• Vehicle is not being driven around 

a sharp curve.

• No system malfunctions are 

detected. (

P.285)

*1

:The function operates even if the 

vehicle speed is less than 
approximately 32 mph (50 km/h) 
when the lane centering function 
is operating.

*2

:Boundary between asphalt and 

the side of the road, such as 
grass, soil, or a curb

Steering assist function

This function operates when all of 
the following conditions are met in 
addition to the operation conditions 
for the lane departure alert function.
• Setting for “Steering Assist” in the 

 screen of the multi-information 

display is set to “ON”. (

P.104)

• Vehicle is not accelerated or 

decelerated by a fixed amount or 

more.

• Steering wheel is not operated 

with a steering force level suitable 

for changing lanes.

• ABS, VSC, TRAC and PCS are 

not operating.

• TRAC or VSC is not turned off.

• Hands off steering wheel warning 

is not displayed. (

P.284)

Vehicle sway warning function

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This function operates when all of 
the following conditions are met.
• Setting for “Sway Warning” in the 

 screen of the multi-information 

display is set to “ON”. (

P.104)

• Vehicle speed is approximately 32 

mph (50 km/h) or more.

• Width of traffic lane is approxi-

mately 9.8 ft. (3 m) or more.

• No system malfunctions are 

detected. (

P.285)

Lane centering function

This function operates when all of 
the following conditions are met.
• LTA is turned on.

• Setting for “Steering Assist” and 

“Lane Center” in the 

 screen of 

the multi-information display are 

set to “ON”. (

P.104)

• This function recognizes white 

(yellow) lane lines or the position 

of a preceding vehicle (except 

when the preceding vehicle is 

small, such as a motorcycle).

• The dynamic radar cruise control 

with full-speed range is operating 

in vehicle-to-vehicle distance con-

trol mode.

• Width of traffic lane is approxi-

mately 10 to 13 ft. (3 to 4 m).

• Turn signal lever is not operated.

• Vehicle is not being driven around 

a sharp curve.

• No system malfunctions are 

detected. (

P.285)

• Vehicle does not accelerate or 

decelerate by a fixed amount or 

more.

• Steering wheel is not operated 

with a steering force level suitable 

for changing lanes.

• ABS, VSC, TRAC and PCS are 

not operating.

• TRAC or VSC is not turned off.

• Hands off steering wheel warning 

is not displayed. (

P.284)

• The vehicle is being driven in the 

center of a lane.

• Steering assist function is not 

operating.

Temporary cancelation of func-

tions

When operation conditions are no 

longer met, a function may be 

temporarily canceled. However, 

when the operation conditions are 

met again, operation of the func-

tion is automatically restored. 

(

P.282)

If the operation conditions 

(

P.282) are no longer met while 

the lane centering function is 

operating, the steering wheel may 

vibrate and the buzzer may sound 

to indicate that the function has 

been temporarily canceled. How-

ever, if the “Steering wheel vibra-

tion” customization setting is set to 

“On”, the system will notify the 

driver by vibrating the steering 

wheel instead of sounding the 

buzzer.

Steering assist function/lane 

centering function

Depending on the vehicle speed, 

lane departure situation, road con-

ditions, etc., the driver may not 

feel the function is operating or 

the function may not operate at 

all.

The steering control of the func-

tion is overridden by the driver’s 

steering wheel operation.

Do not attempt to test the opera-

tion of the steering assist function.

Lane departure alert function

The warning buzzer may be diffi-

cult to hear due to external noise, 

audio playback, etc. Also, it may 

be difficult to feel steering wheel 

vibrations due to the road condi-

tions, etc.

If the edge of the course

*

 is not 

clear or straight, the lane depar-

ture alert function may not oper-

ate.

Vehicle with BSM: It may not be 

possible for the system to deter-

mine if there is a danger of a colli-

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sion with a vehicle in an adjacent 

lane.

Do not attempt to test the opera-

tion of the lane departure alert 

function.

*

: Boundary between asphalt and 

the side of the road, such as 
grass, soil, or a curb

Hands off steering wheel warn-

ing

In the following situations, a warning 

message urging the driver to hold 

the steering wheel and the symbol 

shown in the illustration are dis-

played on the multi-information dis-

play to warn the driver. The warning 

stops when the system determines 

that the driver holds the steering 

wheel. Always keep your hands on 

the steering wheel when using this 

system, regardless of warnings.

When the system determines the 

driver is not holding the steering 

wheel while the lane centering 

function is operating.

If the driver continues to keep their 
hands off of the steering wheel, the 
buzzer sounds, the driver is warned 
and the function is temporarily can-
celed. This warning also operates in 
the same way when the driver con-
tinuously operates the steering 
wheel only a small amount.
The buzzer also sounds even if the 
alert type is set to “Steering wheel 
vibration”.

When the system determines that 

the vehicle may deviate from the 

lane while driving around a curve 

while the lane centering function is 

operating.

Depending on the vehicle condition 
and road conditions, the warning 
may not operate. Also, if the system 
determines that the vehicle is driv-
ing around a curve, warnings will 
occur earlier than during straight-
lane driving.

When the system determines that 

the driver is driving without hold-

ing the steering wheel while the 

steering wheel assist of the steer-

ing assist function is operating.

If the driver continues to keep their 
hands off of the steering wheel and 
the steering wheel assist is operat-
ing, the buzzer sounds and the 
driver is warned. Each time the 
buzzer sounds, the continuing time 
of the buzzer becomes longer.
The buzzer also sounds even if the 
alert type is set to “Steering wheel 
vibration”.

Vehicle sway warning function

When the system determines that 

the vehicle is swaying while the 

vehicle sway warning function is 

operating, a buzzer sounds and a 

warning message urging the driver 

to rest and the symbol shown in the 

illustration are simultaneously dis-

played on the multi-information dis-

play.

Depending on the vehicle and road 

conditions, the warning may not 

operate.

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Warning message

If the following warning message is 

displayed on the multi-information 

display and the LTA indicator illumi-

nates in orange, follow the appropri-

ate troubleshooting procedure. Also, 

if a different warning message is 

displayed, follow the instructions 

displayed on the screen.

“LTA Malfunction Visit Your 

Dealer”

The system may not be operating 
properly. Have the vehicle inspected 
by your Toyota dealer.

“LTA Unavailable”

The system is temporarily canceled 
due to a malfunction in a sensor 
other than the front camera. Turn 
the LTA system off, wait for a little 
while, and then turn the LTA system 
back on.

“LTA Unavailable at Current 

Speed”

The function cannot be used as the 
vehicle speed exceeds the LTA 
operation range. Drive slower.

Customization

Function settings can be changed. 

(

P.549)

*

: If equipped

RSA (Road Sign 

Assist)

*

The RSA system recognizes 
specific road signs using 
the front camera to provide 
information to the driver via 
the display.

If the system judges that the 
vehicle is being driven over 
the speed limit, performing 
prohibited actions, etc. 
according to the recog-
nized road signs, it notifies 
the driver through a visual 
notification and notification 
buzzer.

WARNING

Before using the RSA

Do not rely solely upon the RSA 

system. RSA is a system which 

supports the driver by providing 

information, but it is not a replace-

ment for a driver’s own vision and 

awareness. Drive safely by 

always paying careful attention to 

the traffic rules.

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When the front camera recog-
nizes a sign, the sign will be dis-
played on the multi-information 
display.

When the driving support sys-
tem information display is 
selected, a maximum of 3 
signs can be displayed. 
(

P.104)

When a tab other than the 
driving support system infor-
mation display is selected, the 
following types of road signs 
will be displayed. (

P.104)

• Speed limit sign
• Do Not Enter sign (when notifica-

tion is necessary)

If signs other than speed limit 
signs are recognized, they will 

be displayed in an overlapping 
stack under the current speed 
limit sign.

The following types of road 
signs, including electronic signs 
and blinking signs, are recog-
nized.

A non-official or a recently intro-
duced traffic sign may not be recog-
nized.

In the following situations, the 
RSA system will notify the 
driver.

When the vehicle speed 
exceeds the speed notifica-
tion threshold of the speed 
limit sign displayed, the sign 
display will be emphasized 
and a buzzer will sound.

When the RSA system recog-

Indication on the multi-
information display

Supported types of road 
signs

Speed limit

Do Not Enter

Stop

Yield

Notification function

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nizes a do not enter sign and 
determines that your vehicle 
has entered a no-entry area, 
the displayed sign will flash 
and a buzzer will sound.

Depending on the situation, a 
notification function may not 
operate properly.

Setting procedure

P.112

Automatic turn-off of RSA sign 

display

In the following situations, a dis-

played speed limit sign and/or do 

not enter sign will stop being dis-

played automatically:

No sign has been recognized for a 

certain distance.

The road changes due to a left or 

right turn, etc.

In the following situations, stop and 

yield signs will stop being displayed 

automatically:

The system determines that your 

vehicle has passed the sign.

The road changes due to a left or 

right turn, etc.

Conditions in which the func-

tion may not operate or detect 

correctly

In the following situations, RSA 

does not operate normally and may 

not recognize signs, display the 

incorrect sign, etc. However, this 

does not indicate a malfunction.

The front camera is misaligned 

due to a strong impact being 

applied to the sensor, etc.

Dirt, snow, stickers, etc. are on the 

windshield near the front camera.

In inclement weather such as 

heavy rain, fog, snow or sand 

storms.

Light from an oncoming vehicle, 

the sun, etc. enters the front cam-

era.

The sign is dirty, faded, tilted or 

bent.

The contrast of electronic sign is 

low.

All or part of the sign is hidden by 

the leaves of a tree, a pole, etc.

The sign is only visible to the front 

camera for a short amount of time.

The driving scene (turning, lane 

change, etc.) is judged incorrectly.

If a sign not appropriate for the 

currently traveled lane, but the 

sign exists directly after a freeway 

branches, or in an adjacent lane 

just before merging.

Stickers are attached to the rear 

of the preceding vehicle.

A sign resembling a system com-

patible sign is recognized.

Side road speed signs may be 

detected and displayed (if posi-

tioned in sight of the front camera) 

while the vehicle is traveling on 

the main road.

Roundabout exit road speed signs 

may be detected and displayed (if 

positioned in sight of the front 

camera) while traveling on a 

roundabout.

The front of the vehicle is raised or 

lowered due to the carried load.

The surrounding brightness is not 

sufficient or changes suddenly.

When a sign intended for trucks, 

etc. is recognized.

The speed information displayed 

on the meter and on the naviga-

tion system may be different due 

to the navigation system using 

map data.

Speed limit sign display

If the power switch was last turned 

off while a speed limit sign was dis-

played on the multi-information dis-

play, the same sign displays again 

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Customization

Some functions can be customized. 

(Customizable features: 

P.549)

Meter display

Multi-information display

Set speed

Dynamic radar cruise 

control with full-speed 

range

In vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance control mode, the 
vehicle automatically accel-
erates, decelerates and 
stops to match the speed 
changes of the preceding 
vehicle even if the accelera-
tor pedal is not depressed. 
In constant speed control 
mode, the vehicle runs at a 
fixed speed.
Use the dynamic radar 
cruise control with full-
speed range on freeways 
and highways.

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance 
control mode (

P.291)

Constant speed control 
mode (

P.296)

System Components

A

B

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Indicators

Operation switches

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance 
switch

“+RES” switch

Cruise control main switch

Cancel switch

“-SET” switch

WARNING

Before using dynamic radar 

cruise control with full-speed 

range

Driving safely is the sole 

responsibility of the driver. Do 

not rely solely on the system, 

and drive safely by always pay-

ing careful attention to your sur-

roundings.

C

A

B

C

D

E

The dynamic radar cruise con-

trol with full-speed range pro-

vides driving assistance to 

reduce the driver’s burden. 

However, there are limitations 

to the assistance provided.

Read the following conditions 
carefully. Do not overly rely on 
this system and always drive 
carefully.
• When the sensor may not be 

correctly detecting the vehicle 

ahead: 

P.298

• Conditions under which the 

vehicle-to-vehicle distance con-

trol mode may not function cor-

rectly: 

P.298

Set the speed appropriately 

depending on the speed limit, 

traffic flow, road conditions, 

weather conditions, etc. The 

driver is responsible for check-

ing the set speed.

Even when the system is func-

tioning normally, the condition 

of the preceding vehicle as 

detected by the system may dif-

fer from the condition observed 

by the driver. Therefore, the 

driver must always remain alert, 

assess the danger of each situ-

ation and drive safely. Relying 

solely on this system or assum-

ing the system ensures safety 

while driving can lead to an 

accident, resulting in death or 

serious injury.

Switch the dynamic radar cruise 

control with full-speed range 

setting to off, using the cruise 

control main switch when not in 

use.

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WARNING

Cautions regarding the driv-

ing assist systems

Observe the following precau-

tions, as there are limitations to 

the assistance provided by the 

system. Failure to do so may 

cause an accident resulting in 

death or serious injury.

Assisting the driver to measure 

following distance

The dynamic radar cruise control 
with full-speed range is only 
intended to help the driver in 
determining the following distance 
between the driver’s own vehicle 
and a designated vehicle traveling 
ahead. It is not a mechanism that 
allows careless or inattentive driv-
ing, and it is not a system that can 
assist the driver in low-visibility 
conditions.
It is still necessary for driver to 
pay close attention to the vehi-
cle’s surroundings.

Assisting the driver to judge 

proper following distance

The dynamic radar cruise control 
with full-speed range determines 
whether the following distance 
between the driver’s own vehicle 
and a designated vehicle traveling 
ahead is within a set range. It is 
not capable of making any other 
type of judgement. Therefore, it is 
absolutely necessary for the 
driver to remain vigilant and to 
determine whether or not there is 
a possibility of danger in any 
given situation.

Assisting the driver to operate 

the vehicle

The dynamic radar cruise control 
with full-speed range does not 
include functions which will pre-
vent or avoid collisions with vehi-
cles ahead of your vehicle. 
Therefore, if there is ever any 
possibility of danger, the driver 
must take immediate and direct 
control of the vehicle and act 
appropriately in order to ensure 
the safety of all involved.

Situations unsuitable for 

dynamic radar cruise control 

with full-speed range

Do not use dynamic radar cruise 

control with full-speed range in 

any of the following situations. 

Doing so may result in inappropri-

ate speed control and could 

cause an accident resulting in 

death or serious injury.

Roads where there are pedes-

trians, cyclists, etc.

In heavy traffic

On roads with sharp bends

On winding roads

On slippery roads, such as 

those covered with rain, ice or 

snow

On steep downhills, or where 

there are sudden changes 

between sharp up and down 

gradients 

Vehicle speed may exceed the 

set speed when driving down a 

steep hill.

At entrances to freeways and 

highways

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This mode employs a radar to detect the presence of vehicles up to 
approximately 328 ft. (100 m) ahead, determines the current vehicle-
to-vehicle following distance, and operates to maintain a suitable fol-
lowing distance from the vehicle ahead. The desired vehicle-to-vehi-
cle distance can also be set by operating the vehicle-to-vehicle 
distance switch.

When driving on downhill slopes, the vehicle-to-vehicle distance may 
become shorter.

WARNING

When weather conditions are 

bad enough that they may pre-

vent the sensors from detecting 

correctly (fog, snow, sandstorm, 

heavy rain, etc.)

When there is rain, snow, etc. 

on the front surface of the radar 

or front camera

In traffic conditions that require 

frequent repeated acceleration 

and deceleration

When your vehicle is towing a 

trailer or during emergency tow-

ing

When an approach warning 

buzzer is heard often

Driving in vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode

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Example of constant speed cruising
When there are no vehicles ahead

The vehicle travels at the speed set by the driver.

Example of deceleration cruising and follow-up cruising
When a preceding vehicle driving slower than the set speed 
appears

When a vehicle is detected running ahead of you, the system automatically 
decelerates your vehicle. When a greater reduction in vehicle speed is nec-
essary, the system applies the brakes (the stop lights will come on at this 
time). The system will respond to changes in the speed of the vehicle 
ahead in order to maintain the vehicle-to-vehicle distance set by the driver. 
Approach warning warns you when the system cannot decelerate suffi-
ciently to prevent your vehicle from closing in on the vehicle ahead.
When the vehicle ahead of you stops, your vehicle will also stop (vehicle is 
stopped by system control). After the vehicle ahead starts off, pressing the 
“+RES” switch or depressing the accelerator pedal (start-off operation) will 
resume follow-up cruising. If the start-off operation is not performed, system 
control continues to keep your vehicle stopped.
When the turn signal lever is operated and your vehicle moves to an over-
taking lane while driving at 50 mph (80 km/h) or more, the vehicle will accel-
erate to help to overtake a passing vehicle.
The system’s identification of what is an overtaking lane may be deter-
mined solely based on the location of the steering wheel in the vehicle (left 
side driver position versus right side driver position.) If the vehicle is driven 
to a region where the overtaking lane is on a different side from where the 
vehicle is normally driven, the vehicle may accelerate when the turn signal 
lever is operated in the opposite direction to the overtaking lane (e.g., if the 
driver normally operates the vehicle in a region where the overtaking lane is 
to the right but then drives to a region where the overtaking lane is to the 
left, the vehicle may accelerate when the right turn signal is activated).

Example of acceleration
When there are no longer any preceding vehicles driving slower 
than the set speed

The system accelerates until the set speed is reached. The system then 
returns to constant speed cruising.

1

Press the cruise control main 

switch to activate the cruise 
control.

Dynamic radar cruise control indi-

cator will come on and a message 

will be displayed on the multi-infor-

mation display. Press the switch 

A

B

C

Setting the vehicle speed 
(vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance control mode)

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again to deactivate the cruise con-

trol.
If the cruise control main switch is 

pressed and held for 1.5 seconds 

or more, the system turns on in 

constant speed control mode. 

(

P.296)

2

Accelerate or decelerate, 
with accelerator pedal opera-
tion, to the desired vehicle 
speed (at or above approxi-
mately 20 mph [30 km/h]) 
and press the “-SET” switch 
to set the speed.

Cruise control “SET” indicator will 

come on.
The vehicle speed at the moment 

the switch is released becomes the 

set speed.

Adjusting the set speed by the 
switch

To change the set speed, press 

the “+RES” or “-SET” switch 
until the desired set speed is 
displayed.

1

Increases the speed (Except 
when the vehicle has been 
stopped by system control in 
vehicle-to-vehicle distance 
control mode)

2

Decreases the speed

Fine adjustment: Press the switch.
Large adjustment: Press and hold 
the switch to change the speed, 
and release when the desired 
speed is reached.

In the vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance control mode, the set 
speed will be increased or 
decreased as follows:

For the U.S. mainland and 
Hawaii

Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 
km/h)

*1

 or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)

*2

 each 

time the switch is pressed
Large adjustment: Increases or 
decreases in 1 mph (1.6 km/h)

*1

 or 

1 km/h (0.6 mph)

*2

 increments for 

as long as the switch is held

Except for the U.S. mainland 
and Hawaii

Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 

Adjusting the set speed

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km/h)

*1

 or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)

*2

 each 

time the switch is pressed
Large adjustment: Increases or 
decreases in 5 mph (8 km/h)

*1

 or 5 

km/h (3.1 mph)

*2

 increments for as 

long as the switch is held

In the constant speed control 
mode (

P.296), the set speed 

will be increased or decreased 
as follows:

Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 
km/h)

*1

 or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)

*2

 each 

time the switch is pressed
Large adjustment: The speed will 
continue to change while the switch 
is held.

*1

:When the set speed is shown in 

“MPH”

*2

:When the set speed is shown in 

“km/h”

Increasing the set speed by 
the accelerator pedal

1

Accelerate with accelerator 
pedal operation to the 
desired vehicle speed

2

Press the “-SET” switch

Pressing the switch changes the 
vehicle-to-vehicle distance as 
follows:

1

Long

2

Medium

3

Short

If a vehicle is running ahead of you, 
the preceding vehicle mark 

 will 

also be displayed.

Select a distance from the table 
below. Note that the distances 
shown correspond to a vehicle 
speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). 
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance 
increases/decreases in accor-
dance with vehicle speed. When 
the vehicle is stopped by system 
control, the vehicle stops at a 
certain vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance depending on the situa-
tion.

Changing the vehicle-to-
vehicle distance (vehicle-
to-vehicle distance con-
trol mode)

Vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance settings (vehicle-to-
vehicle distance control 
mode)

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After the vehicle ahead of you 
starts off, press the “+RES” 
switch.
Your vehicle will also resume 
follow-up cruising if the acceler-
ator pedal is depressed after the 
vehicle ahead of you starts off.

1

Pressing the cancel switch 
cancels the speed control.

The speed control is also canceled 
when the brake pedal is depressed. 
(When the vehicle has been 
stopped by system control, 
depressing the brake pedal does 
not cancel the setting.)

2

Pressing the “+RES” switch 
resumes the cruise control 
and returns vehicle speed to 
the set speed.

When your vehicle is too close 
to a vehicle ahead, and suffi-
cient automatic deceleration via 
the cruise control is not possi-
ble, the display will flash and the 
buzzer will sound to alert the 
driver. An example of this would 
be if another driver cuts in front 
of you while you are following a 
vehicle. Depress the brake 
pedal to ensure an appropriate 
vehicle-to-vehicle distance.

Distance options

Vehicle-to-vehi-

cle distance

Long

Approximately 

160 ft. (50 m)

Medium

Approximately 

130 ft. (40 m)

Short

Approximately 

100 ft. (30 m)

Resuming follow-up 
cruising when the vehicle 
has been stopped by sys-
tem control (vehicle-to-
vehicle distance control 
mode)

Canceling and resuming 
the speed control

Approach warning (vehi-
cle-to-vehicle distance 
control mode)

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Warnings may not occur 
when

In the following instances, warn-
ings may not occur even when 
the vehicle-to-vehicle distance is 
small.

When the speed of the pre-
ceding vehicle matches or 
exceeds your vehicle speed

When the preceding vehicle is 
traveling at an extremely slow 
speed

Immediately after the cruise 
control speed was set

When depressing the acceler-
ator pedal

When constant speed control 
mode is selected, your vehicle 
will maintain a set speed without 
controlling the vehicle-to-vehi-
cle distance. Select this mode 
only when vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance control mode does not 
function correctly due to a dirty 
radar, etc.

1

With the cruise control off, 
press and hold the cruise 
control main switch for 1.5 
seconds or more.

Immediately after the switch is 

pressed, the dynamic radar cruise 

control indicator will come on. After-

wards, it switches to the cruise con-

trol indicator.
Switching to constant speed control 

mode is only possible when operat-

ing the switch with the cruise con-

trol off.

2

Accelerate or decelerate, 
with accelerator pedal opera-
tion, to the desired vehicle 
speed (at or above approxi-
mately 20 mph [30 km/h]) 
and press the “-SET” switch 
to set the speed.

Cruise control “SET” indicator will 

come on.
The vehicle speed at the moment 

the switch is released becomes the 

set speed.
Adjusting the speed setting: 

P.293

Canceling and resuming the speed 

Selecting constant speed 
control mode

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setting: 

P.295

Dynamic radar cruise control 

with full-speed range can be set 

when

The shift lever is in D.

The desired set speed can be set 

when the vehicle speed is approx-

imately 20 mph (30 km/h) or more. 

(However, when the vehicle speed 

is set while driving at below 

approximately 20 mph [30 km/h], 

the set speed will be set to 

approximately 20 mph [30 km/h].)

Accelerating after setting the 

vehicle speed

The vehicle can accelerate by oper-

ating the accelerator pedal. After 

accelerating, the set speed 

resumes. However, during vehicle- 

to-vehicle distance control mode, 

the vehicle speed may decrease 

below the set speed in order to 

maintain the distance to the preced-

ing vehicle.

When the vehicle stops while 

follow-up cruising

Pressing the “+RES” switch while 

the vehicle ahead stops will 

resume follow-up cruising if the 

vehicle ahead starts off within 

approximately 3 seconds after the 

switch is pressed.

If the vehicle ahead starts off 

within 3 seconds after your vehicle 

stops, follow-up cruising will be 

resumed.

Automatic cancelation of vehi-

cle-to-vehicle distance control 

mode

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control 

mode is automatically canceled in 

the following situations.

VSC is activated.

TRAC is activated for a period of 

time.

When the VSC or TRAC system is 

turned off.

The sensor cannot detect cor-

rectly because it is covered in 

some way.

Pre-collision braking is activated.

The parking brake is operated.

The vehicle is stopped by system 

control on a steep incline.

The following are detected when 

the vehicle has been stopped by 

system control:

• The driver is not wearing a seat 

belt.

• The driver’s door is opened.

• The vehicle has been stopped for 

about 3 minutes

If vehicle-to-vehicle distance control 
mode is automatically canceled for 
any reasons other than the above, 
there may be a malfunction in the 
system. Contact your Toyota dealer.

Automatic cancelation of con-

stant speed control mode

Constant speed control mode is 

automatically canceled in the follow-

ing situations:

Actual vehicle speed is more than 

approximately 10 mph (16 km/h) 

below the set vehicle speed.

Actual vehicle speed falls below 

approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).

VSC is activated.

TRAC is activated for a period of 

time.

When the VSC or TRAC system is 

turned off.

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Pre-collision braking is activated.

The parking brake is operated.

If constant speed control mode is 
automatically canceled for any rea-
sons other than the above, there 
may be a malfunction in the system. 
Contact your Toyota dealer.

Brake operation

A brake operation sound may be 

heard and the brake pedal response 

may change, but these are not mal-

functions.

Warning messages and buzzers 

for dynamic radar cruise con-

trol with full-speed range

Warning messages and buzzers are 

used to indicate a system malfunc-

tion or to inform the driver of the 

need for caution while driving. If a 

warning message is shown on the 

multi-information display, read the 

message and follow the instructions. 

(

P.265, 477)

When the sensor may not be 

correctly detecting the vehicle 

ahead

In the case of the following and 

depending on the conditions, oper-

ate the brake pedal when decelera-

tion of the system is insufficient or 

operate the accelerator pedal when 

acceleration is required.
As the sensor may not be able to 

correctly detect these types of vehi-

cles, the approach warning 

(

P.295) may not be activated.

Vehicles that cut in suddenly

Vehicles traveling at low speeds

Vehicles that are not moving in 

the same lane

Vehicles with small rear ends 

(trailers with no load on board, 

etc.)

Motorcycles traveling in the same 

lane

When water or snow thrown up by 

the surrounding vehicles hinders 

the detecting of the sensor

When your vehicle is pointing 

upwards (caused by a heavy load 

in the luggage compartment, etc.)

Preceding vehicle has an 

extremely high ground clearance

Conditions under which the 

vehicle-to-vehicle distance con-

trol mode may not function cor-

rectly

In the case of the following condi-

tions, operate the brake pedal (or 

accelerator pedal, depending on the 

situation) as necessary.
As the sensor may not be able to 

correctly detect vehicles ahead, the 

system may not operate properly.

When the road curves or when the 

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When steering wheel operation or 

your position in the lane is unsta-

ble

When the vehicle ahead of you 

decelerates suddenly

When driving on a road sur-

rounded by a structure, such as in 

a tunnel or on a bridge

*

: If equipped

BSM (Blind Spot Moni-

tor)

*

The Blind Spot Monitor is a 
system that has 2 functions:

The BSM (Blind Spot Moni-
tor) function

Assists the driver in making a 
decision when changing lanes

The RCTA (Rear Cross 
Traffic Alert) function

Assists the driver when back-
ing up

These functions use the 
same sensors.

WARNING

Cautions regarding the use of 

the BSM function

The driver is solely responsible for 

safe driving. Always drive safely, 

taking care to observe your sur-

roundings.

The BSM function is a supple-

mentary function which alerts the 

driver that a vehicle is in a blind 

spot of the outside rear view mir-

rors or is approaching rapidly from 

behind into a blind spot. Do not 

overly rely on the BSM function. 

As the function cannot judge if it is 

safe to change lanes, over reli-

ance could lead to an accident 

resulting in death or serious 

injury.
As the system may not function 

correctly under certain condi-

tions, the driver’s own visual con-

firmation of safety is necessary.

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Multi-information display

Turning the BSM function/RCTA 
function on/off.

Outside rear view mirror indi-

cators

BSM function:
When a vehicle is detected in a 
blind spot of the outside rear view 
mirrors or approaching rapidly from 
behind into a blind spot, the outside 
rear view mirror indicator on the 
detected side will illuminate. If the 
turn signal lever is operated toward 
the detected side, the outside rear 
view mirror indicator will flash.
RCTA function:
When a vehicle approaching from 
the right or left at the rear of the 
vehicle is detected, both outside 
rear view mirror indicators will flash.

BSM OFF indicator/RCTA 
OFF indicator

When the Blind Spot Monitor is dis-
abled, the BSM OFF indicator illu-
minates.
When the RCTA function is dis-
abled, the RCTA OFF indicator illu-
minates.

Monitor screen display 
(RCTA function only)

If a vehicle approaching from the 
right or left at the rear of the vehicle 
is detected, the RCTA icon 
(

P.305) for the detected side will 

be displayed.

RCTA buzzer (RCTA func-
tion only)

If a vehicle approaching from the 
right or left at the rear of the vehicle 
is detected, a buzzer will sound 
from behind the rear seat.

WARNING

Cautions regarding the use of 

the RCTA function

The driver is solely responsible for 

safe driving. Always drive safely, 

taking care to observe your sur-

roundings.
The RCTA function is only a sup-

plementary function which alerts 

the driver that a vehicle is 

approaching from the right or left 

at the rear of the vehicle. As the 

RCTA function may not function 

correctly under certain condi-

tions, the driver’s own visual con-

firmation of safety is necessary.
Over reliance on this function may 

lead to an accident resulting 

death or serious injury.

System components

A

B

C

D

E

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The BSM function and the 
RCTA function can be 
enabled/disabled on the 

 

screen of the multi-information 
display. (

P.112) Each time the 

power switch is turned off then 
changed to ON, the BSM func-
tion//RCTA function will be 
enabled automatically.

Outside rear view mirror indica-

tors visibility

In strong sunlight, the outside rear 

view mirror indicator may be difficult 

to see.

Hearing the RCTA buzzer

The RCTA buzzer may be difficult to 

hear over loud noises such as high 

audio volume.

When “Blind Spot Monitor 

Unavailable” or “Rear Cross 

Traffic Alert Unavailable” is 

shown on the multi-information 

display

The sensor voltage has become 

abnormal, or water, snow, mud, 

etc., may be built up in the vicinity of 

the sensor area of the rear bumper. 

(

P.301)

Removing the water, snow, mud, 

etc., from the vicinity of the sensor 

area should return it to normal.

Also, the sensor may not function 

normally when used in extremely 

hot or cold weather.

When “Blind Spot Monitor Mal-

function Visit Your Dealer” or 

“Rear Cross Traffic Alert Mal-

function Visit Your Dealer” is 

shown on the multi-information 

display

There may be a sensor malfunction 

or misaligned. Have the vehicle 

inspected at a Toyota dealer.

Customization

Some functions can be customized. 

(

P.550)

Turning the BSM func-
tion/RCTA function on/off

WARNING

Handling the radar sensor

Blind Spot Monitor sensors are 

installed inside the left and right 

sides of the rear bumper respec-

tively. Observe the following to 

ensure the Blind Spot Monitor can 

function correctly.

Keep the sensors and the sur-

rounding areas on the rear 

bumper clean at all times. 

If a sensor or its surrounding 

area on the rear bumper is dirty 

or covered with snow, the Blind 

Spot Monitor may not operate 

and a warning message 

(

P.301) will be displayed. In 

this situation, clear off the dirt or 

snow and drive the vehicle with 

the operation conditions of the 

BSM function (

P.303) satis-

fied for approximately 10 min-

utes. If the warning message 

does not disappear, have the 

vehicle inspected by your 

Toyota dealer.

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Vehicles that can be detected by the Blind Spot Monitor

The BSM function uses radar sensors to detect the following vehi-
cles traveling in adjacent lanes and advises the driver of the pres-
ence of such vehicles via the indicators on the outside rear view 
mirrors.

WARNING

Do not subject a sensor or its 

surrounding area on the rear 

bumper to a strong impact. 

If a sensor is moved even 

slightly off position, the system 

may malfunction and vehicles 

may not be detected correctly. 

In the following situations, have 

your vehicle inspected by your 

Toyota dealer.

• A sensor or its surrounding area 

is subject to a strong impact.

• If the surrounding area of a sen-

sor is scratched or dented, or 

part of them has become dis-

connected.

Do not disassemble the sensor.

Do not attach accessories, 

stickers (including transparent 

stickers), aluminum tape, etc. to 

a sensor or its surrounding area 

on the rear bumper.

Do not modify the sensor or sur-

rounding area on the rear 

bumper.

If a sensor or the rear bumper 

needs to be removed/installed 

or replaced, contact your 

Toyota dealer.

Do not paint the rear bumper 

any color other than an official 

Toyota color.

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Vehicles that are traveling in areas that are not visible using the 
outside rear view mirrors (the blind spots)

Vehicles that are approaching rapidly from behind in areas that 
are not visible using the outside rear view mirrors (the blind spots)

The BSM function detection areas

The areas that vehicles can be detected in are outlined below.

The range of each detection area is:

Approximately 1.6 ft. (0.5 m) to 11.5 ft. (3.5 m) from either side of 
the vehicle

The area between the side of the vehicle and 1.6 ft. (0.5 m) from the side of 
the vehicle cannot be detected.

Approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m) forward of the rear bumper

Approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) from the rear bumper

Approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) to 197 ft. (60 m) from the rear bumper

The greater the difference in speed between your vehicle and the detected 
vehicle is, the farther away the vehicle will be detected, causing the outside 
rear view mirror indicator to illuminate or flash.

The BSM function is operational 

when

The BSM function is operational 

when all of the following conditions 

are met:

The BSM function is on.

A

B

A

B

C

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The shift lever is in a position 

other than R.

The vehicle speed is greater than 

approximately 10 mph (16 km/h).

The BSM function will detect a 

vehicle when

The BSM function will detect a vehi-

cle present in the detection area in 

the following situations:

A vehicle in an adjacent lane over-

takes your vehicle.

You overtake a vehicle in an adja-

cent lane slowly.

Another vehicle enters the detec-

tion area when it changes lanes.

Conditions under which the 

BSM function will not detect a 

vehicle

The BSM function is not designed to 

detect the following types of vehi-

cles and/or objects:

Small motorcycles, bicycles, 
pedestrians, etc.

*

Vehicles traveling in the opposite 

direction

Guardrails, walls, signs, parked 

vehicles and similar stationary 
objects

*

Following vehicles that are in the 
same lane

*

Vehicles traveling 2 lanes away 
from your vehicle

*

Vehicles which are being over-

taken rapidly by your vehicle

*

: Depending on the conditions, 

detection of a vehicle and/or 
object may occur.

Conditions under which the 

BSM function may not function 

correctly

The BSM function may not detect 

vehicles correctly in the following 

situations:

• When the sensor is misaligned 

due to a strong impact to the sen-

sor or its surrounding area

• When mud, snow, ice, a sticker, 

etc. is covering the sensor or sur-

rounding area on the rear bumper

• When driving on a road surface 

that is wet with standing water 

during bad weather, such as 

heavy rain, snow, or fog

• When multiple vehicles are 

approaching with only a small gap 

between each vehicle

• When the distance between your 

vehicle and a following vehicle is 

short

• When there is a significant differ-

ence in speed between your vehi-

cle and the vehicle that enters the 

detection area

• When the difference in speed 

between your vehicle and another 

vehicle is changing

• When a vehicle enters a detection 

area traveling at about the same 

speed as your vehicle

• As your vehicle starts from a stop, 

a vehicle remains in the detection 

area

• When driving up and down con-

secutive steep inclines, such as 

hills, dips in the road, etc.

• When driving on roads with sharp 

bends, consecutive curves, or 

uneven surfaces

• When vehicle lanes are wide, or 

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when driving on the edge of a 

lane, and the vehicle in an adja-

cent lane is far away from your 

vehicle

• When an accessory (such as a 

hitch-mounted bicycle carrier) is 

installed to the rear of the vehicle

• When the vehicle is heavily 

loaded in the luggage compart-

ment

• When there is a significant differ-

ence in height between your vehi-

cle and the vehicle that enters the 

detection area

• Immediately after the BSM func-

tion/RCTA function are turned on

• When towing a trailer

Instances of the BSM function 

unnecessarily detecting a vehicle 

and/or object may increase in the 

following situations:

• When the sensor is misaligned 

due to a strong impact to the sen-

sor or its surrounding area

• When the distance between your 

vehicle and a guardrail, wall, etc. 

that enters the detection area is 

short

• When driving up and down con-

secutive steep inclines, such as 

hills, dips in the road, etc.

• When vehicle lanes are narrow, or 

when driving on the edge of a 

lane, and a vehicle traveling in a 

lane other than the adjacent lanes 

enters the detection area

• When driving on roads with sharp 

bends, consecutive curves, or 

uneven surfaces

• When the tires are slipping or 

spinning

• When the distance between your 

vehicle and a following vehicle is 

short

• When an accessory (such as a 

hitch-mounted bicycle carrier) is 

installed to the rear of the vehicle

• When the vehicle throws up water 

or snow behind.

Operation of the RCTA 
function

The RCTA function uses radar 
sensors to detect vehicles 
approaching from the right or left 
at the rear of the vehicle and 
alerts the driver of the presence 
of such vehicles by flashing the 
outside rear view mirror indica-
tors and sounding a buzzer.

Approaching vehicles

Detection areas

RCTA icon display (if 
equipped)

When a vehicle approaching 
from the right or left at the rear 
of the vehicle is detected, the 
following will be displayed on 
the audio system screen.

When the Toyota parking 
assist monitor (if equipped) is 
displayed

The Rear Cross Traffic 
Alert function (if 
equipped)

A

B

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When the panoramic view 
monitor (if equipped) is dis-
played

: The RCTA function is malfunc-

tioning (

P.301)

The RCTA function detec-
tion areas

The areas that vehicles can be 
detected in are outlined below.

The buzzer can alert the driver of 
faster vehicles approaching from 
farther away.

Example:

The RCTA function is opera-

tional when

The RCTA function operates when 

all of the following conditions are 

met:

The RCTA function is on.

The shift lever is in R.

The vehicle speed is less than 

approximately 5 mph (8 km/h).

The approaching vehicle speed is 

between approximately 5 mph (8 

km/h) and 17 mph (28 km/h).

Setting the buzzer volume

The buzzer volume can be adjusted 

on the multi-information display. 

(

P.112)

Conditions under which the 

RCTA function will not detect a 

vehicle

The RCTA function is not designed 

to detect the following types of vehi-

cles and/or objects.

Vehicles approaching from 

directly behind

Vehicles backing up in a parking 

space next to your vehicle

Vehicles that the sensors cannot 

detect due to obstructions

Approach-

ing vehicle

Speed

 

Approxi-

mate

alert dis-

tance

Fast

18 mph 

(28 km/h)

65 ft. (20 

m)

Slow

5 mph (8 

km/h)

18 ft. (5.5 

m)

A

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Guardrails, walls, signs, parked 

vehicles and similar stationary 
objects

*

Small motorcycles, bicycles, 
pedestrians, etc.

*

Vehicles moving away from your 

vehicle

Vehicles approaching from the 

parking spaces next to your vehi-
cle

*

*

: Depending on conditions, detec-

tion of a vehicle and/or object may 
occur.

Conditions under which the 

RCTA function may not func-

tion correctly

The RCTA function may not 

detect vehicles correctly in the fol-

lowing situations:

• When the sensor is misaligned 

due to a strong impact to the sen-

sor or its surrounding area

• When mud, snow, ice, a sticker, 

etc. is covering the sensor or sur-

rounding area on the rear bumper

• When driving on a road surface 

that is wet with standing water 

during bad weather, such as 

heavy rain, snow, or fog

• When multiple vehicles are 

approaching with only a small gap 

between each vehicle

• When a vehicle is approaching at 

high speed

• When parking on a steep incline, 

such as hills, a dip in the road, etc.

• When an accessory (such as a 

hitch-mounted bicycle carrier) is 

installed to the rear of the vehicle

• When backing up on a slope with 

a sharp change in grade

• When backing out of a shallow 

angle parking spot

• Immediately after the RCTA func-

tion is turned on

• Immediately after the hybrid sys-

tem is started with the RCTA func-

tion on

• When towing a trailer

• When the sensors cannot detect a 

vehicle due to obstructions

Instances of the RCTA function 

unnecessary detecting a vehicle 

and/or object may increase in the 

following situations:

• When a vehicle passes by the 

side of your vehicle

• When the parking space faces a 

street and vehicles are being 

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• When the distance between your 

vehicle and metal objects, such as 

a guardrail, wall, sign, or parked 

vehicle, which may reflect electri-

cal waves toward the rear of the 

vehicle, is short

• When an accessory (such as a 

hitch-mounted bicycle carrier) is 

installed to the rear of the vehicle

*

: If equipped

Location and types of sen-
sors

Front corner sensors

Front center sensors

Rear corner sensors

Rear center sensors

Display (Multi-information 
display)

When the sensors detect an 
object, such as a wall, a graphic 
is shown on the multi-informa-

Intuitive parking 

assist

*

The distance from your 
vehicle to objects, such as a 
wall, when parallel parking 
or maneuvering into a 
garage is measured by the 
sensors and communicated 
via the multi-information 
display, audio system 
screen and a buzzer. Always 
check the surrounding area 
when using this system.

System components

A

B

C

D

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tion display depending on the 
position and distance to the 
object.

Front corner sensor detection

Front center sensor detec-
tion

*1

Rear corner sensor detec-
tion

*2

Rear center sensor detec-
tion

*2

*1

:Displayed when the shift lever is 

in a driving position

*2

:Displayed when the shift lever is 

in R

Display (audio system 
screen)

When the sensors detect an 
object, such as a wall, a graphic 
is shown on the navigation sys-
tem (if equipped) or multimedia 
system (if equipped) screen 
depending on the position and 
distance to the object.

When the Toyota parking 
assist monitor (if equipped) is 
displayed

A simplified image is displayed on 
the upper corner of the screen 
when an obstacle is detected.

When the panoramic view 
monitor (if equipped) is dis-
played

Panoramic view

*

A graphic is shown when the 
panoramic view monitor is dis-
played.

*

: A simplified image is displayed on 

the upper corner of the screen 
when an obstacle is detected 
while magnified display is shown.

A

B

C

D

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Except panoramic view

A simplified image is displayed 
on the upper corner of the 
screen when an obstacle is 
detected.

The Intuitive parking assist can 
be enabled/disabled on the 

 

screen of the multi-information 
display. (

P.112)

When the intuitive parking assist 
function is disabled, the intuitive 
parking assist OFF indicator 
(

P.95) illuminates on the multi-

information display.

To re-enable the system, select 

 

on the multi-information display, 
select 

 and turn it on.

If the system is disabled, it will 
remain off even if the power switch 
is turned to ON after the power 
switch has been turned off.

Turning intuitive parking 
assist on/off

WARNING

Intuitive parking assist pre-

cautions

Observe the following precau-

tions. 

Failing to do so may result in the 

vehicle being unable to be driven 

safely and possibly cause an acci-

dent.

Do not use the sensor at 

speeds in excess of approxi-

mately 6 mph (10 km/h).

The sensors’ detection areas 

and reaction times are limited. 

When moving forward or revers-

ing, check the areas surround-

ing the vehicle (especially the 

sides of the vehicle) for safety, 

and drive slowly, using the 

brake to control the vehicle’s 

speed.

Do not install accessories near 

the bumpers as those areas are 

within the sensors’ detection 

areas.

The area directly under the 

bumpers is not detected.

Thin posts or objects lower than 

the sensor may not be detected 

when approached, even if they 

have been detected once.

When to disable the function

In the following situations, disable 

the function as it may operate 

even though there is no possibility 

of a collision.

The vehicle is equipped with a 

commercial fender pole, wire-

less antenna or fog lights.

The front or rear bumper or a 

sensor receives a strong 

impact.

A non-genuine Toyota suspen-

sion (lowered suspension, etc.) 

is installed.

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The system can be operated 

when

The power switch is in ON.

Intuitive parking assist function is 

on.

The vehicle speed is less than 

about 6 mph (10 km/h).

The shift lever is in a position 

other than P.

If “Parking Assist Unavailable 

Clean Parking Assist Sensor” is 

displayed on the multi-informa-

tion display

A sensor may be covered with ice, 

snow, dirt, etc. Remove the ice, 

snow, dirt, etc., from the sensor to 

return the system to normal.
Also, due to ice forming on a sensor 

at low temperatures, a warning 

message may be displayed or the 

sensor may not be able to detect an 

object. Once the ice melts, the sys-

tem will return to normal.
If a warning message is displayed 

even if the sensor is clean, there 

may be a sensor malfunction. Have 

the vehicle inspected by your 

Toyota dealer.

If “Parking Assist Unavailable” 

is displayed on the multi-infor-

mation display

Water may be continuously flowing 

over the sensor surface, such as in 

a heavy rain. When the system 

determines that it is normal, the sys-

tem will return to normal.

Sensor detection information

The sensor’s detection areas are 

limited to the areas around the 

vehicle’s front and rear bumpers.

The following situations may occur 

during use.

• Depending on the shape of the 

object and other factors, the 

detection distance may shorten, 

or detection may be impossible.

• Detection may be impossible if 

static objects draw too close to the 

WARNING

A backlit license plate is 

installed.

When using the intuitive park-

ing assist

In the following situations, the 

system may not function correctly 

due to a sensor malfunction, etc. 

Have the vehicle checked by your 

Toyota dealer.

The intuitive parking assist 

operation display flashes or 

shows continuously, and a 

buzzer sounds when no objects 

are detected.

If the area around a sensor col-

lides with something, or is sub-

jected to strong impact.

If the bumper or grille collides 

with something.

If the display flashes or is dis-

played continuously and a 

buzzer does not sound, except 

when the mute function has 

been turned on.

Notes when washing the vehi-

cle

Do not apply intensive bursts of 

water or steam to the sensor 

area.
Doing so may result in the sensor 

malfunctioning.

When using a high pressure 

washer to wash the vehicle, do 

not spray the sensors directly, 

as doing so may cause a sensor 

to malfunction.

When using steam to clean the 

vehicle, do not direct steam too 

close to the sensors as doing so 

may cause a sensor to malfunc-

tion.

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sensor.

• There will be a short delay 

between static object detection 

and display (warning buzzer 

sounds). Even at low speeds, 

there is a possibility that the object 

will come within approximately 

11.9 in. (30 cm) before the display 

is shown and the warning buzzer 

sounds.

• It might be difficult to hear the 

buzzer due to the volume of the 

audio system or air flow noise of 

the air conditioning system.

• It may be difficult to hear the 

sound of this system due to the 

buzzers of other systems.

Conditions under which the 

function may not function cor-

rectly

Certain vehicle conditions and the 

surrounding environment may affect 

the ability of a sensor to correctly 

detect objects. Particular instances 

where this may occur are listed 

below.

There is dirt, snow or ice on a sen-

sor. (Cleaning the sensors will 

resolve this problem.)

A sensor is frozen. (Thawing the 

area will resolve this problem.) 

In especially cold weather, if a 

sensor is frozen the sensor dis-

play may be displayed abnor-

mally, or objects, such as a wall, 

may not be detected.

A sensor is covered in any way.

When a sensor or the area around 

a sensor is extremely hot or cold.

On an extremely bumpy road, on 

an incline, on gravel, or on grass.

The vicinity of the vehicle is noisy 

due to vehicle horns, motorcycle 

engines, air brakes of large vehi-

cles, or other loud noises produc-

ing ultrasonic waves.

There is another vehicle equipped 

with parking assist sensors in the 

vicinity.

A sensor is coated with a sheet of 

spray or heavy rain.

If a sensor is hit by a large amount 

of water, such as when driving on 

a flooded road.

If the vehicle is significantly tilted.

The vehicle is approaching a tall 

or curved curb.

If objects draw too close to the 

sensor.

Objects which may not be prop-

erly detected

The shape of the object may pre-

vent the sensor from detecting it. 

Pay particular attention to the fol-

lowing objects:

Wires, fences, ropes, etc.

Cotton, snow and other materials 

that absorb sound waves

Sharply-angled objects

Low objects

Tall objects with upper sections 

projecting outwards in the direc-

tion of your vehicle

People may not be detected if they 

are wearing certain types of cloth-

ing.

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Detection range of the sen-
sors

Approximately 3.3 ft. (100 
cm)

Approximately 4.9 ft. (150 
cm)

Approximately 2.0 ft. (60 cm)

The diagram shows the detection 
range of the sensors. Note that the 
sensors cannot detect objects that 
are extremely close to the vehicle.
The range of the sensors may 
change depending on the shape of 
the object, etc.

Distance display

When an object is detected by a 
sensor, the approximate dis-
tance to the object will be dis-
played on the multi-information 
display and audio system 
screen. (As the distance to the 
object becomes short, the dis-
tance segments may blink.)

The images may differ from that 
shown in the illustrations.

Approximate distance to 
object 4.9 ft. (150 cm) to 2.0 
ft. (60 cm)

*

 (Rear center sen-

sor)

*

: Automatic buzzer mute function 

is enabled. (

P.314)

Approximate distance to 
object: 3.3 ft. (100 cm) to 2.0 
ft. (60 cm)

*

 (Front center sen-

sor)

*

: Automatic buzzer mute function 

is enabled. (

P.314)

Approximate distance to 
object: 2.0 ft. (60 cm) to 1.5 ft. 
(45 cm)

*

*

: Automatic buzzer mute function 

is enabled. (

P.314)

Sensor detection display, 
object distance

A

B

C

Multi-information 

display

Audio system 

screen

Multi-information 

display

Audio system 

screen

Multi-information 

display

Audio system 

screen

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Approximate distance to 
object: 1.5 ft. (45 cm) to 1.0 ft. 
(30 cm)

*

*

: Automatic buzzer mute function 

is enabled. (

P.314)

Approximate distance to 
object: 1.0 ft. (30 cm) to 0.5 ft. 
(15 cm)

*1

*1

:Automatic buzzer mute function 

is disabled. (

P.314)

*2

:The distance segments will blink 

slowly.

Approximate distance to 
object: Less than 0.5 ft. (15 
cm)

*1

*1

:Automatic buzzer mute function 

is disabled. (

P.314)

*2

:The distance segments will blink 

rapidly.

Buzzer operation and dis-
tance to an object

A buzzer sounds when the sen-
sors are operating.

The buzzer beeps faster as 
the vehicle approaches an 
object. When the vehicle 
comes within approximately 
1.0 ft. (30 cm) of the object, 
the buzzer sounds continu-
ously.

When 2 or more sensors 
simultaneously detect a static 
object, the buzzer sounds for 
the nearest object. If one or 
more objects come within 
approximately 1.0 ft. (30 cm) 
of the vehicle, the buzzer will 
repeat a long tone, followed 
by fast beeps.

Even when the sensors are 
operating, the buzzer will be 
muted in some situations. 
(automatic buzzer mute func-
tion)

Muting the buzzer sound

Automatic buzzer mute function

Even when the sensors are operat-
ing, the buzzer will be muted in the 
following situations:
• The distance between the vehicle 

and the detected object does not 

become shorter (except when the 

distance between the vehicle and 

object is 1.0 ft. [30 cm] or less).

• Your vehicle is moving away from 

the object.

• There are no detectable objects 

entering the path of your vehicle.

Multi-information 

display

Audio system 

screen

Multi-information 

display

*2

Audio system 

screen

*2

Multi-information 

display

*2

Audio system 

screen

*2

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However, if another object is 
detected or the situation changes 
while the buzzer is muted, the 
buzzer begins sounding again.

To mute the buzzer sound

The buzzer can be temporarily 
muted by pressing “OK” of the meter 
control switches while a suggestion 
that says mute is available is shown 
on the multi-information display.

When the mute is canceled

Mute will be automatically canceled 
in the following situations.
• When the shift position is changed

• When the vehicle speed has 

reached or exceeded a certain 

speed

When there is a malfunction in a 

sensor or the system is temporar-

ily unavailable.

• When the Intuitive parking assist 

is turned off once and turned on 

again

• When the power switch is turned 

off once and turned to ON again

Customization

The buzzer volume can be adjusted 

on the multi-information display. 

(

P.551)

*

: If equipped

Pedestrian detection icon

Displayed automatically when a 
pedestrian is detected.

RCD OFF icon

When the RCD function is disabled, 
the RCD OFF icon illuminates. 
(Each time the power switch is 
turned off then changed to ON, the 
RCD function will be enabled auto-
matically.)

RCD (Rear Camera 

Detection) function

*

When the vehicle is back-
ing up, the rear camera 
detection function can 
detect pedestrians in the 
detection area behind the 
vehicle. If a pedestrian is 
detected, a buzzer will 
sound and an icon will be 
displayed on the audio sys-
tem screen to inform the 
driver of the pedestrian.

Display (audio system 
screen)

A

B

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Use the meter control switches 
to enable/disable the RCD func-
tion. (

P.112)

4.2-inch display

1

Press 

 or 

 of the meter 

control switches and select 

.

2

Press 

 or 

 of the meter 

control switches to select 
“RCD” and then press “OK”.

7-inch display

1

Press 

 or 

 of the meter 

control switches and select 

.

2

Press 

 or 

 of the meter 

control switches to select 
“RCD” and then press “OK”.

3

ON and OFF will be switched 
when “OK” is pressed.

When the RCD function is disabled, 

the RCD OFF indicator (

P.95) 

illuminates on the multi-information 

display.

If the rear camera detection 
function detects a pedestrian in 
the detection area, the buzzer 
and pedestrian detection will 
operate as follows:

If a pedestrian is detected in 
area 
Buzzer: Sounds repeatedly
Pedestrian detection icon: 
Blinks 3 times and then stays 
on

If a pedestrian is detected in 
area 
Buzzer (When the vehicle is 
stationary): Sounds 3 times
Buzzer (When the vehicle is 
backing up, when a pedes-
trian approaches the rear of 
the vehicle): Sounds repeat-
edly
Pedestrian detection icon: 
Blinks 3 times and then stays 
on

If the system determines that 
your vehicle may collide with 
a pedestrian in area 
Buzzer: Sounds repeatedly
Pedestrian detection icon: 
Blinks 3 times and then stays 
on

Turning the RCD function 
on/off

When a pedestrian is 
detected

A

B

C

A

A

B

B

C

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The rear camera detection func-

tion is operational when

The power switch is in ON.

RCD function is on.

The shift lever is in R.

Setting the buzzer volume

The buzzer volume can be adjusted 

on the multi-information display. 

(

P.112)

Muting the buzzer sound

The buzzer can be temporarily 

muted by pressing “OK” of the meter 

control switches while a suggestion 

that says mute is available is shown 

on the multi-information display.

If “Rear Camera Detection 

Unavailable Remove the Dirt of 

Rear Camera” is displayed on 

the multi-information display

A rear camera lens may be dirty or 

covered with snow or ice. In such 

cases, if it is removed from the rear 

camera lens, the system should 

return to normal. (It may be neces-

sary to drive the vehicle for some 

time before the system returns to 

normal. Even after the camera 

cleaning washer operated, driving 

the vehicle may also be necessary.)

If “Rear Camera Detection 

Unavailable See Owner’s Man-

ual” is displayed on the multi-

information display

If this message is displayed after 

the 12-volt battery has been dis-

connected and reconnected, fully 

turn the steering wheel to the left 

and then the right on level ground.

If this message is displayed only 

when the shift lever is in R, the 

rear camera lens may be dirty. 

Clean the rear camera lens.

Situations in which the system 

may not operate properly

Some pedestrians, such as the 

following, may not be detected by 

the rear camera detection func-

tion, preventing the function from 

operating properly:

• Pedestrians who are bending for-

ward or squatting

• Pedestrians who are lying down

• Pedestrians who are running

• Pedestrians who suddenly enter 

the detection area

• People riding a bicycle, skate-

board, or other light vehicle

• Pedestrians wearing oversized 

clothing such as a rain coat, long 

skirt, etc., making their silhouette 

obscure

• Pedestrians whose body is par-

tially hidden by an object, such as 

a cart or umbrella

• Pedestrians which are obscured 

by darkness, such as at night

In some situations, such as the 

following, pedestrians may not be 

detected by the rear camera 

detection function, preventing the 

function from operating properly:

• When backing up in inclement 

weather (rain, snow, fog, etc.)

• When the rear camera is 

obscured (dirt, snow, ice, etc. are 

attached) or scratched

• When a very bright light, such as 

the sun, or the headlights of 

another vehicle, shines directly 

into the rear camera

• When backing up in a place where 

the surrounding brightness 

changes suddenly, such as at the 

entrance or exit of a garage or 

underground parking lot

• When backing up in a dim envi-

ronment such as during dusk or in 

an underground parking lot

• When the dedicated camera 

cleaning washer is operating

Even though there are no pedes-

trians in the detection area, some 

objects, such as the following, 

may be detected, possibly caus-

ing the rear camera detection 

function to operate.

• Three dimensional objects, such 

as a pole, traffic cone, fence, or 

parked vehicle

• Moving objects, such as a car or 

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• Objects moving toward your vehi-

cle when backing up, such as 

flags or puddles (or airborne mat-

ter, such as smoke, steam, rain, or 

snow)

• Cobblestone or gravel roads, tram 

rails, road repairs, white lines, 

pedestrian crossings or fallen 

leaves on the road

• Metal covers (gratings), such as 

those used for drainage ditches

• Objects reflected in a puddle or on 

a wet road surface

• The roadside or bumps on the 

road

• Shadows on the road

In some situations, such as the 

following, the rear camera detec-

tion function may operate even 

though there are no pedestrians in 

the detection area.

• When backing up toward the road-

side or a bump on the road

• If the vehicle is significantly tilted, 

such as when carrying a heavy 

load

• When backing up toward an 

incline/decline

• If the suspension has been modi-

fied or tires of a size other than 

specified are installed

• If the rear of the vehicle is raised 

or lowered due to the carried load

• If an electronic component, such 

as a backlit license plate is 

installed near the rear camera

• If a bumper protector, such as an 

additional trim strip, is installed to 

the rear bumper

• If the orientation of the rear cam-

era has been changed due to a 

collision or other impact, or 

removal and installation

• When water is flowing over the 

rear camera lens

• When the rear camera is 

obscured (dirt, snow, ice, etc. are 

attached) or scratched

• If there is a flashing light in the 

detection area, such as the emer-

gency flashers of another vehicle

Situations in which the rear cam-

era detection function may be diffi-

cult to notice

• The buzzer may be difficult to hear 

if the surrounding area is noisy, 

the volume of the audio system 

volume is high, the air condition-

ing system is being used, etc.

• If the temperature in the cabin is 

extremely high or low, the audio 

system screen may not operate 

correctly.

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: If equipped

Parking Support Brake 
function (static objects)

P.323

Parking Support Brake 
function (rear-crossing 
vehicles)

P.329

PKSB (Parking Sup-

port Brake)

*

The Parking Support Brake 
system consists of the fol-
lowing functions that oper-
ate when driving at a low 
speed or backing up, such 
as when parking. When the 
system determines that the 
possibility of a collision 
with a detected object is 
high, a warning operates to 
urge the driver to take eva-
sive action. If the system 
determines that the possi-
bility of a collision with a 
detected object is extremely 
high, the brakes are auto-
matically applied to help 
avoid the collision or help 
reduce the impact of the 
collision.

PKSB (Parking Support 
Brake) system

WARNING

Limitations of the Parking 

Support Brake system

Do not overly rely on the system, 

as doing so may lead to an acci-

dent.
Always drive while checking the 

safety of the surroundings of the 

vehicle.

Depending on the vehicle and 

road conditions, weather, etc., the 

system may not operate.

The detection capabilities of sen-

sors and radars are limited. 

Always drive while checking the 

safety of the surroundings of the 

vehicle.

The driver is solely responsible 

for safe driving. Always drive 

carefully, taking care to observe 

your surroundings. The Parking 

Support Brake system is 

designed to provide support to 

lessen the severity of collisions. 

However, it may not operate in 

some situations.

The Parking Support Brake sys-

tem is not designed to stop the 

vehicle completely. Addition-

ally, even if the system has 

stopped the vehicle, it is neces-

sary to depress the brake pedal 

immediately as brake control 

will be canceled after approxi-

mately 2 seconds.

Do not attempt to test the oper-

ation of the Parking Support 

Brake system yourself.

Depending on the situations, 

the system may not operate 

properly, possibly leading to an 

accident.

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The Parking Support Brake can 
be enabled/disabled on the 

 

screen of the multi-information 
display. All of the Parking Sup-
port Brake functions (static 
objects and rear-crossing vehi-
cles) are enabled/disabled 
simultaneously. (

P.112)

When the Parking Support Brake is 
disabled, the PKSB OFF indicator 
(

P.95) illuminates on the multi-

information display.

To re-enable the system, select 

 

on the multi-information display, 
select 

 and turn it on.

If the system is disabled, it will 
remain off even if the power switch 
is turned to ON after the power 
switch has been turned off.

If the hybrid system output 
restriction control or brake con-
trol operates, a buzzer will 
sound and a message will be 
displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display or audio system 
screen to alert the driver.
On vehicles with head-up dis-
play, the head-up display will 
display the same message as 
the multi-information display.

Depending on the situation, hybrid 
system output restriction control will 
operate to either limit acceleration 
or restrict output as much as possi-
ble.

Hybrid system output restric-
tion control is operating 
(acceleration restriction)

Acceleration greater than a certain 
amount is restricted by the system.
Audio system screen: No warning 
displayed
Multi-information display: “Object 
Detected Acceleration Reduced”
PKSB OFF indicator: Not illumi-
nated
Buzzer: Does not sound

Hybrid system output restric-
tion control is operating (out-
put restricted as much as 
possible)

The system has determined that 
stronger-than-normal brake opera-

NOTICE

If “Parking Support Brake 

Unavailable” is displayed on 

the multi-information display 

and the PKSB OFF indicator 

illuminates

If this message is displayed 

immediately after the power 

switch is changed to ON, operate 

the vehicle carefully, paying atten-

tion to your surroundings. It may 

be necessary to drive the vehicle 

for a certain amount of time 

before the system returns to nor-

mal. (If the system does not return 

to normal after driving for a while, 

clean the sensors and their sur-

rounding area on the bumpers.)

Enabling/Disabling the 
Parking Support Brake

Display and buzzer for 
hybrid system output 
restriction control and 
brake control

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tion is necessary.
Audio system screen: “BRAKE!”
Multi-information display: “BRAKE!”
PKSB OFF indicator: Not illumi-
nated
Buzzer: Short beep

Brake control is operating

The system determined that emer-
gency braking is necessary.
Audio system screen: “BRAKE!”
Multi-information display: “BRAKE!”
PKSB OFF indicator: Not illumi-
nated
Buzzer: Short beep

Vehicle stopped by system 
operation

The vehicle has been stopped by 
brake control operation.
Audio system screen: “Press Brake 
Pedal”
Multi-information display: “Switch to 
Brake” (If the accelerator pedal is 
not depressed, “Brake” will be dis-
played.)
PKSB OFF indicator: Illuminated
Buzzer: Short beep

If the Parking Support Brake 
determines that a collision with a 
detected object is possible, the 
hybrid system output will be 
restricted to restrain any 
increase in the vehicle speed. 
(Hybrid system output restriction 
control: See figure 2.)
Additionally, if the accelerator 

pedal continues to be 
depressed, the brakes will be 
applied automatically to reduce 
the vehicle speed. (Brake con-
trol: See figure 3.)

Figure 1: When the PKSB 
(Parking Support Brake) is not 
operating

Hybrid system output

Braking force

Time

Figure 2: When hybrid system 
output restriction control oper-
ates

Hybrid system output

Braking force

Time

Hybrid system output restric-
tion control begins operating 

System overview

A

B

C

A

B

C

D

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sibility of collision with 
detected object is high)

Figure 3: When hybrid system 
output restriction control and 
brake control operates

Hybrid system output

Braking force

Time

Hybrid system output restric-
tion control begins operating 
(System determines that pos-
sibility of collision with 
detected object is high)

Brake control begins operat-
ing (System determines that 
possibility of collision with 
detected object is extremely 
high)

If the Parking Support Brake 

has operated

If the vehicle is stopped due to oper-

ation of the Parking Support Brake, 

the Parking Support Brake will be 

disabled and the PKSB OFF indica-

tor will illuminate. If the Parking Sup-

port Brake operates unnecessarily, 

brake control can be canceled by 

depressing the brake pedal or wait-

ing for approximately 2 seconds for 

it to automatically be canceled. 

Then, the vehicle can be operated 

by depressing the accelerator pedal.

Re-enabling the Parking Sup-

port Brake

To re-enable the Parking Support 

Brake when it is disabled due to 

operation of the Parking Support 

Brake, either enable the system 

again (

P.320), or turn the power 

switch off and then back to ON. 

Additionally, if the object becomes 

no longer in the traveling direction of 

the vehicle or if the traveling direc-

tion of the vehicle changes (such as 

changing from moving forward to 

backing up, or from backing up to 

moving forward), the system will be 

re-enabled automatically.

If “Parking Support Brake 

Unavailable Remove the Dirt of 

Rear Camera” is displayed on 

the multi-information display 

and the PKSB OFF indicator 

illuminates

A sensor may be covered with ice, 

snow, dirt, etc. In this case, 

remove the ice, snow, dirt, etc., 

from the sensor to return the sys-

tem to normal. If this message is 

shown even after removing dirt 

from the sensor, or shown when 

the sensor was not dirty to begin 

with, have the vehicle inspected at 

your Toyota dealer.

A sensor may be frozen. Once the 

ice melts, the system will return to 

normal.

Water may be continuously flow-

ing over the sensor surface, such 

as in a heavy rain. When the sys-

tem determines that it is normal, 

the system will return to normal.

A

B

C

D

E

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This function will operate in situations such as the following if an 
object is detected in the traveling direction of the vehicle.

When traveling at a low speed and the brake pedal is not 
depressed, or is depressed late

Parking Support Brake function (static objects)

*

If the sensors detect a static object, such as a wall, in the trav-
eling direction of the vehicle and the system determines that a 
collision may occur due to the vehicle suddenly moving for-
ward due to an accidental accelerator pedal operation, the 
vehicle moving the unintended direction due to the wrong 
shift position being selected, or while parking or traveling at 
low speeds, the system will operate to lessen the impact with 
the detected static object and reduce the resulting damage.

Examples of function operation

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When the accelerator pedal is depressed excessively

When the vehicle moves in the unintended direction due to 
the wrong shift position being selected

P.308

Types of sensors

WARNING

To ensure the Parking Sup-

port Brake can operate prop-

erly

Observe the following precautions 

regarding the sensors (

P.308). 

Failure to do so may cause a sen-

sor to not operate properly, and 

may cause an accident.

Do not modify, disassemble or 

paint the sensors.

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WARNING

Do not replace a sensor with a 

part other than a genuine part.

Do not subject a sensor or its 

surrounding area to a strong 

impact.

Do not damage the sensors, 

and always keep them clean.

If the area around a radar sen-

sor is subjected to an impact, 

the system may not operate 

properly due to a sensor mal-

function. Have the vehicle 

inspected by your Toyota 

dealer.

Handling the suspension

Do not modify the suspension, as 

changes to the height or inclina-

tion of the vehicle may prevent 

the sensors from detecting 

objects correctly or cause the sys-

tem to not operate or operate 

unnecessarily.

If the Parking Support Brake 

function (static objects) oper-

ates unnecessarily, such as 

at a railroad crossing

In the event that the Parking Sup-

port Brake function (static objects) 

operates unnecessarily, such as 

at a railroad crossing, brake con-

trol will be canceled after approxi-

mately 2 seconds, allowing you to 

proceed forward and leave the 

area, brake control can also be 

canceled by depressing the brake 

pedal. Depressing the accelera-

tor pedal after brake control is 

canceled will allow you to proceed 

forward and leave the area.

Notes when washing the vehi-

cle

Do not apply intensive bursts of 

water or steam to the sensor 

area.
Doing so may result in the sensor 

malfunctioning.

When using a high pressure 

washer to wash the vehicle, do 

not spray the sensors directly, 

as doing so may cause a sensor 

to malfunction.

When using steam to clean the 

vehicle, do not direct steam too 

close to the sensors as doing so 

may cause a sensor to malfunc-

tion.

When to disable the Parking 

Support Brake

In the following situations, disable 

the Parking Support Brake as the 

system may operate even though 

there is no possibility of a colli-

sion.

When inspecting the vehicle 

using a chassis roller, chassis 

dynamo or free roller

When loading the vehicle onto a 

boat, truck or other transport 

vessel

If the suspension has been 

modified or tires of a size other 

than specified are installed

If the front of the vehicle is 

raised or lowered due to the 

carried load

When equipment that may 

obstruct a sensor is installed, 

such as a bumper protector (an 

additional trim strip, etc.), hitch-

mounted bicycle carrier, or 

snow plow

When using an automatic car 

wash

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The Parking Support Brake 

function (static object) will 

operate when

The function will operate when the 

PKSB OFF indicator is not illumi-

nated (

P.93, 95) and all of the fol-

lowing conditions are met:

Hybrid system output restriction 

control

• The Parking Support Brake is 

enabled.

• The vehicle speed is approxi-

mately 9 mph (15 km/h) or less.

• There is a static object in the trav-

eling direction of the vehicle and 

approximately 6 to 13 ft. (2 to 4 m) 

away.

• The Parking Support Brake deter-

mines that a stronger-than-nor-

mal brake operation is necessary 

to avoid a collision.

Brake control

• Hybrid system output restriction 

control is operating

• The Parking Support Brake deter-

mines that an immediate brake 

operation is necessary to avoid a 

collision.

The Parking Support Brake 

function (static objects) will 

stop operating when

The function will stop operating if 

any of the following conditions are 

met:

Hybrid system output restriction 

control

• The Parking Support Brake is dis-

abled.

• The system determines that the 

collision has become avoidable 

with normal brake operation.

• The static object is no longer 

approximately 6 to 13 ft. (2 to 4 m) 

away from the vehicle or in the 

traveling direction of the vehicle.

Brake control

• The Parking Support Brake is dis-

abled.

• Approximately 2 seconds have 

elapsed since the vehicle was 

stopped by brake control.

• The brake pedal is depressed 

after the vehicle is stopped by 

brake control.

• The static object is no longer 

approximately 6 to 13 ft. (2 to 4 m) 

away from the vehicle or in the 

traveling direction of the vehicle.

Re-enabling the Parking Sup-

port Brake function (static 

objects)

P.322

Detection range of the Parking 

Support Brake function (static 

objects)

The detection range of the Parking 

Support Brake function (static 

objects) differs from the detection 

range of the intuitive parking assist. 

(

P.313) Therefore, even if the 

intuitive parking assist detects an 

object and provides a warning, the 

Parking Support Brake function 

(static objects) may not start operat-

ing.

Objects that the Parking Sup-

port Brake function (static 

objects) may not detect

The sensors may not be able to 

detect certain objects, such as the 

following:

Pedestrian

Cotton, snow, and other materials 

that are poor reflectors of sonic 

waves

Objects which are not perpendicu-

lar to the ground, are not perpen-

dicular to the traveling direction of 

the vehicle, are uneven or are 

waving

Low objects

Thin objects such as wires, 

fences, ropes and signposts

Objects that are extremely close 

to the bumper

Sharply-angled objects

Tall objects with upper sections 

projecting outwards in the direc-

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tion of your vehicle

Situations in which the Parking 

Support Brake function (static 

objects) may not operate

When the shift lever is in N

Intuitive parking assist buzzer

Regardless of whether the intuitive 

parking assist system is enabled or 

not (

P.310), if the Parking Support 

Brake function (static objects) is 

enabled (

P.320), the front or rear 

sensors detect an object and brake 

control and hybrid system output 

restriction control are performed, the 

intuitive parking assist buzzer will 

sound to notify the driver of the 

approximate distance to the object.

Situations in which the Parking 

Support Brake function (static 

objects) may operate even if 

there is no possibility of a colli-

sion

In some situations, such as the fol-

lowing, the Parking Support Brake 

function (static objects) may operate 

even though there is no possibility of 

a collision.

Vehicle surroundings

• When driving on a narrow road

• When driving on a gravel road or 

in an area with tall grass

• When driving toward a banner, 

flag, low-hanging branch or boom 

barrier (such as those used at rail-

road crossings, toll gates and 

parking lots)

• When there is a structure on the 

roadside (such as when driving in 

a narrow tunnel, on a narrow 

bridge or on a narrow road)

• When parallel parking

• When there is a rut or hole in the 

surface of the road

• When driving on a metal cover 

(grating), such as those used for 

drainage ditches

• When driving up or down a steep 

slope

• If a sensor is hit by a large amount 

of water, such as when driving on 

a flooded road

• When loaded on ships or trucks

• Moving type automatic car wash

• Lift type parking area or multi-

story parking lot

• Underground parking area

• Structures on the ground (speed 

bumps, cat’s eyes, etc.)

• Differences in height

• When moving straight ahead or 

turning right

• Snow-melting pipes

• Devices for detecting vehicles, 

such as traffic lights, devices for 

detecting traffic congestion, or 

devices for detecting empty 

spaces in parking areas

• Railroad tracks

• H-shaped steel

• When there are vehicles on both 

sides, or there is a vehicle that 

resembles this vehicle

Weather

• If a sensor is covered with ice, 

snow, dirt, etc. (when cleared, the 

system will return to normal)

• If heavy rain or water strikes a 

sensor

• When driving in inclement weather 

such as fog, snow or a sandstorm

• When strong winds are blowing

Other sonic wave sources

• When vehicle horns, vehicle 

detectors, motorcycle engines, air 

brakes of large vehicles, the clear-

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ance sonar of other vehicles or 

other devices which produce ultra-

sonic waves are near the vehicle

• If a sticker or an electronic compo-

nent, such as a backlit license 

plate (especially fluorescent type), 

fog lights, fender pole or wireless 

antenna is installed near a sensor

Changes in the vehicle posture

• If the vehicle is significantly tilted

• If the front of the vehicle is raised 

or lowered due to the carried load

• If the orientation of a sensor has 

been changed due to a collision or 

other impact

Situations in which the Parking 

Support Brake function (static 

objects) may not operate prop-

erly

In some situations, such as the fol-

lowing, this function may not oper-

ate properly.

Weather

• When a sensor or the area around 

a sensor is extremely hot or cold

• When strong winds are blowing

• If a sensor is covered with ice, 

snow, dirt, etc. (when cleared, the 

system will return to normal)

• If heavy rain or water strikes a 

sensor

• When driving in inclement weather 

such as fog, snow or a sandstorm

• A sensor is frozen. (Thawing the 

area will resolve this problem.)

Vehicle surroundings

• When an object that cannot be 

detected is between the vehicle 

and a detected object

• If an object such as a vehicle, 

motorcycle, bicycle or pedestrian 

cuts in front of the vehicle or runs 

out from the side of the vehicle

• The vehicle is approaching a tall 

or curved curb.

• On an extremely bumpy road, on 

an incline, on gravel, or on grass.

• The objects draw too close to the 

sensor.

Other ultrasonic waves sources

• When vehicle horns, vehicle 

detectors, motorcycle engines, air 

brakes of large vehicles, the clear-

ance sonar of other vehicles or 

other devices which produce ultra-

sonic waves are near the vehicle

• If a sticker or an electronic compo-

nent, such as a backlit license 

plate (especially fluorescent type), 

fog lights, fender pole or wireless 

antenna is installed near a sensor

Changes in the vehicle posture

• If the vehicle is significantly tilted

• If the front of the vehicle is raised 

or lowered due to the carried load

• If the orientation of a sensor has 

been changed due to a collision or 

other impact

• When equipment that may 

obstruct a sensor is installed, such 

as a bumper protector (an addi-

tional trim strip, etc.), hitch-

mounted bicycle carrier, or snow 

plow

• If the suspension has been modi-

fied or tires of a size other than 

specified are installed

• If paint or a sticker is applied to 

the sensor

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: If equipped

This function will operate in situations such as the following if a vehi-
cle is detected in the traveling direction of the vehicle.

When reversing, a vehicle is approaching and the brake pedal 
is not depressed, or is depressed late

P.301

Parking Support Brake function (rear-crossing 

vehicles)

*

If a rear radar sensor detects a vehicle approaching from the 
right or left at the rear of the vehicle and the system deter-
mines that the possibility of a collision is high, this function 
will perform brake control to reduce the likelihood of an 
impact with the approaching vehicle.

Examples of function operation

Types of sensors

WARNING

To ensure the Parking Sup-

port Brake (rear-crossing 

vehicles) can operate prop-

erly

Observe the following precautions 

regarding the rear radar sensors 

(

P.301). Failure to do so may 

cause a sensor to not operate 

properly, and may cause an acci-

dent.

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The Parking Support Brake 

function (rear-crossing vehi-

cles) will operate when

The function will operate when the 

PKSB OFF indicator is not illumi-

nated (

P.93, 95) and all of the fol-

lowing conditions are met:

Hybrid system output restriction 

control

• The Parking Support Brake is 

enabled.

• The vehicle speed is approxi-

mately 9 mph (15 km/h) or less.

• Vehicles are approaching from the 

right or left at the rear of the vehi-

cle at a traveling speed of more 

than approximately 5 mph (8 

km/h)

• The shift lever is in R.

• The Parking Support Brake deter-

mines that a stronger than normal 

brake operation is necessary to 

avoid a collision with an approach-

ing vehicle.

Brake control

• Hybrid system output restriction 

control is operating

• The Parking Support Brake deter-

mines that an emergency brake 

operation is necessary to avoid a 

collision with an approaching vehi-

cle.

The Parking Support Brake 

function (rear-crossing vehi-

cles) will stop operating when

The function will stop operating if 

any of the following conditions are 

met:

Hybrid system output restriction 

control

• The Parking Support Brake is dis-

abled.

• The collision becomes avoidable 

with normal brake operation.

• A vehicle is no longer approaching 

from the right or left at the rear of 

the vehicle.

Brake control

• The Parking Support Brake is dis-

abled.

• Approximately 2 seconds have 

elapsed since the vehicle was 

stopped by brake control.

• The brake pedal is depressed 

after the vehicle is stopped by 

brake control.

• A vehicle is no longer approaching 

from the right or left at the rear of 

the vehicle.

Re-enabling the Parking Sup-

port Brake (rear-crossing vehi-

cles)

P.322

Detection area of the Parking 

Support Brake function (rear-

crossing vehicles)

The detection area of the Parking 

Support Brake function (rear-cross-

ing vehicles) differs from the detec-

tion area of the RCTA function 

(

P.306). Therefore, even if the 

RCTA function detects a vehicle 

and provides an alert, the Parking 

Support Brake function (rear-cross-

ing vehicles) may not start operat-

ing.

WARNING

Do not modify, disassemble or 

paint the sensors.

Do not replace a rear radar sen-

sor with a part other than a gen-

uine part.

Do not damage the rear radar 

sensors, and always keep the 

radar sensors and their sur-

rounding area on the bumper 

clean.

If the area around a rear radar 

sensor is subjected to an 

impact, the system may not 

operate properly due to a sen-

sor malfunction. Have the vehi-

cle inspected by your Toyota 

dealer.

Observe the rear radar sensor 

handling precautions. (

P.301)

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Conditions under which the 

Parking Support Brake func-

tion (rear-crossing vehicles) 

will not detect a vehicle

The Parking Support Brake function 

(rear-crossing vehicles) is not 

designed to detect the following 

types of vehicles and/or objects:

Vehicles approaching from 

directly behind

Vehicles backing up in a parking 

space next to your vehicle

Vehicles that the sensors cannot 

detect due to obstructions

Vehicles which suddenly acceler-

ate or decelerate near your vehi-

cle

Guardrails, walls, signs, parked 

vehicles and similar stationary 
objects

*

Small motorcycles, bicycles, 
pedestrians, etc.

*

Vehicles moving away from your 

vehicle

Vehicles approaching from the 

parking spaces next to your vehi-
cle

*

Objects which are extremely close 
to a radar sensor

*

Vehicles which are approaching 

from the right or left at the rear of 

the vehicle at a traveling speed of 

less than approximately 5 mph (8 

km/h)

Vehicles which are approaching 

from the right or left at the rear of 

the vehicle at a traveling speed of 

more than approximately 15 mph 

(24 km/h)

*

: Depending on the conditions, 

detection of a vehicle and/or 
object may occur.

RCTA buzzer

Regardless of whether the RCTA 

function is enabled or not (

P.310), 

if the Parking Support Brake func-

tion is enabled (

P.320) and brake 

control is performed, a buzzer will 

sound to notify the driver.

Situations in which the system 

may operate even though there 

is no possibility of a collision

In some situations such as the fol-

lowing, the Parking Support Brake 

function (rear-crossing vehicles) 

may operate even though there is 

no possibility of a collision.

When the parking space faces a 

street and vehicles are being 

driven on the street

When a detected vehicle turns 

while approaching the vehicle

When a vehicle passes by the 

side of your vehicle

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When the distance between your 

vehicle and metal objects, such as 

a guardrail, wall, sign, or parked 

vehicle, which may reflect electri-

cal waves toward the rear of the 

vehicle, is short

When there are spinning objects 

near your vehicle such as the fan 

of an air conditioning unit

When water is splashed or 

sprayed toward the rear bumper, 

such as from a sprinkler

Situations in which the Parking 

Support Brake function (rear-

crossing vehicles) may not 

operate properly

In some situations, such as the fol-

lowing, the radar sensors may not 

detect an object and this function 

may not operate properly

Stationary objects

When a sensor or the area around 

a sensor is extremely hot or cold

If the rear bumper is covered with 

ice, snow, dirt, etc.

When it is raining heavily or water 

strikes the vehicle

When the detection area of a 

radar sensor is obstructed by an 

adjacent vehicle

If the vehicle is significantly tilted

When equipment that may 

obstruct a sensor is installed, such 

as a bumper protector (an addi-

tional trim strip, etc.), hitch-

mounted bicycle carrier, or snow 

plow

If the suspension has been modi-

fied or tires of a size other than 

specified are installed

If the front of the vehicle is raised 

or lowered due to the carried load

If a sticker or an electronic compo-

nent, such as a backlit license 

plate (especially fluorescent type), 

fog lights, fender pole or wireless 

antenna is installed near a radar 

sensor

If the orientation of a radar sensor 

has been changed

When multiple vehicles are 

approaching with only a small gap 

between each vehicle

If a vehicle is approaching the rear 

of your vehicle rapidly

Situations in which the radar sen-

sor may not detect a vehicle

• When a vehicle approaches from 

the right or left at the rear of the 

vehicle while you are turning while 

backing up

• When turning while backing up

• When backing out of a shallow 

angle parking spot

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