Toyota 4Runner (2020 year). Instruction — part 11

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Operating the power back window from inside the vehicle after turning
the engine off

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Vehicles without a smart key system

The power back window can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even
after the engine switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. It cannot,
however, be operated once either front door is opened.

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Vehicles with a smart key system

The power back window can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even
after the engine switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. It can-
not, however, be operated once either front door is opened.

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Jam protection function

If an object becomes caught between the window and the window frame, win-
dow travel is stopped and the window is opened slightly.

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When the power back window does not close normally

If the jam protection function is operating abnormally and a window cannot be
closed, perform the following operations using the power back window
switch.

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Vehicles without a smart key system: After stopping the vehicle, the window
can be closed by holding the power back window switch in the one-touch
closing position while the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position.

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Vehicles with a smart key system: After stopping the vehicle, the window
can be closed by holding the power back window switch in the one-touch
closing position while the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.

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If the window still cannot be closed even by carrying out the operation
explained above, initialize the function by performing the following proce-
dure.

Hold the power back window switch in the one-touch closing position.
Continue holding the switch for a further 6 seconds after the window has
closed.
Hold the power back window switch in the one-touch opening position.
Continue holding the switch for a further 2 seconds after the window has
opened completely.
Hold the power back window switch in the one-touch closing position
once again. Continue holding the switch for a further 2 seconds after the
window has closed.

If you release the switch while the window is moving, start again from the
beginning.
If the window continues to close but then re-open slightly even after perform-
ing the above procedure correctly, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.

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Customization

Settings (e.g. linked operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features

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P. 547)

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

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Caution while driving

Keep the back door and back window closed while driving. If the back door
or the back window is left open, the back door may hit nearby objects while
driving or luggage may be unexpectedly thrown out, causing an accident.
In addition, exhaust gases may enter the vehicle, causing death or a seri-
ous health hazard. Make sure to close the back door and back window
before driving.

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Closing the power back window

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The driver is responsible for power back window opening and closing
operations.
In order to prevent accidental operation, especially by a child, do not let a
child operate the power back window. It is possible for children and other
passengers to have body parts caught in the power back window.

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

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When using the wireless remote control or key and operating the power
back window, operate the power back window after checking to make sure
that there is no possibility of any passenger having any of their body parts
caught in the power back window. Also, do not let a child operate power
back window by the wireless remote control or key. It is possible for chil-
dren and other passengers to get caught in the power back window.

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

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Jam protection function

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

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The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just
before the window fully closes.

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Opens the moon roof

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The moon roof stops slightly before
the fully open position to reduce
wind noise.
Press the switch again to fully open
the moon roof.

Closes the moon roof

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: Lightly press either way of the

moon roof switch to stop the moon
roof partway.

Tilts the moon roof up

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Tilts the moon roof down

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: Lightly press either way of the

moon roof switch to stop the moon
roof partway.

Moon roof

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: If equipped

Use the overhead switches to open and close the moon roof and
tilt it up and down.

Opening and closing

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Tilting up and down

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The moon roof can be operated when

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Vehicles without a smart key system

The engine switch is in the “ON” position.

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Vehicles with a smart key system

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

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Operating the moon roof after turning the engine off



Vehicles without a smart key system

The moon roof can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even after the
engine switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. They cannot, how-
ever, be operated once either front door is opened.



Vehicles with a smart key system

The moon roof can be operated for approximately 45 seconds after the
engine switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. It cannot, how-
ever, be operated once either front door is opened.

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Jam protection function

If an object is detected between the moon roof and the frame while the moon
roof is closing or tilting down, travel is stopped and the moon roof opens
slightly.

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To reduce moon roof wind noise

When the moon roof is opened automatically, it will stop slightly before the
fully open position. Driving with the moon roof in this position can help reduce
wind noise.

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Sunshade

The sunshade can be opened and closed instructionly. However, the sunshade
will open automatically when the moon roof is opened.

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When the moon roof does not close normally

Perform the following procedure:

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If the moon roof closes but then re-opens slightly

Stop the vehicle.
Press and hold the “SLIDE (open/close)” switch in the close position.

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The moon roof will close, reopen and pause for approximately 10 sec-
onds.

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Then it will close again, tilt up and pause for approximately 1 sec-

ond. Finally, it will tilt down, open and close.
Check to make sure that the moon roof is completely closed and then
release the switch.

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If the moon roof tilts down but then tilts back up

Stop the vehicle.
Press and hold the “UP” switch

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until the moon roof moves into the tilt

up position and stops.
Release the “UP” switch once and then press and hold the “UP” switch
again.

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The moon roof will pause for approximately 10 seconds in the tilt up posi-
tion.

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Then it will adjust slightly and pause for approximately 1 second.

Finally, it will tilt down, open and close.
Check to make sure that the moon roof is completely closed and then
release the switch.

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: If the switch is released at the incorrect time, the procedure will have to

be performed again from the beginning.

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: If the switch is released after the above mentioned 10 second pause,

automatic operation will be disabled. In that case, press and hold the
“UP” or “DOWN” switch, and the moon roof will tilt up and pause for
approximately 1 second. Then it will tilt down, open and close. Check to
make sure that the moon roof is completely closed and then release the
switch.

If the moon roof does not fully close even after performing the above proce-
dure correctly, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

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Moon roof open reminder function

An alarm will sound when the driver’s door is opened with the moon roof not
fully closed and the engine switch off.

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Door lock linked moon roof operation

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The moon roof can be opened and closed using the key or mechanical key.

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(

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P. 111, 510)

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The moon roof can be opened using the wireless remote control.

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(

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P. 110)

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: These settings must be customized at your Toyota dealer.

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Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer

Settings (e.g. key linked operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features

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P. 547)

WARNING

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

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Opening the moon roof

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Do not allow any passengers to put their hands or heads outside the vehi-
cle while it is moving.

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Do not sit on top of the moon roof.

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Closing the moon roof

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The driver is responsible for moon roof opening and closing operations.
In order to prevent accidental operation, especially by a child, do not let a
child operate the moon roof. It is possible for children and other passen-
gers to have body parts caught in the moon roof.

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Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body
in a position where it could be caught when the moon roof is being oper-
ated.

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When using the key or mechanical key and operating the moon roof, oper-
ate the moon roof after checking to make sure that there is no possibility of
any passenger having any of their body parts caught in the moon roof.
Also, do not let a child operate moon roof by the key or mechanical key. It
is possible for children and other passengers to get caught in the moon
roof.

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

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Jam protection function

●

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

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The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just
before the moon roof fully closes.

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Driving

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Driving the vehicle. . . . 176
Cargo and luggage . . ... 186
Vehicle load limits . . . . 191
Trailer towing. . . . . . 192
Dinghy towing . . . . ... 208

4-2. Driving procedures

Engine (ignition) switch

(vehicles without a
smart key system). . ... 209

Engine (ignition) switch

(vehicles with a
smart key system). . ... 212

Automatic transmission. . 218
Turn signal lever. . . . 223
Parking brake . . . . . 224

4-3. Operating the lights

and wipers

Headlight switch . . . . 225
Automatic High Beam . ... 231
Fog light switch . . . . . 235
Windshield wipers and

washer . . . . . . . 237

Rear window wiper and

washer . . . . . . . 240

4-4. Refueling

Opening the fuel tank

cap . . . . . . . . .. 243

4-5. Using the driving

support systems

Toyota Safety Sense P . . 246
PCS

(Pre-Collision System) . 254

LDA

(Lane Departure Alert) . 265

Dynamic radar cruise

control . . . . . . . . 273

Intuitive parking assist. ... 286
Four-wheel drive system

(part-time 4WD
models) . . . . . . ... 293

Four-wheel drive system

(full-time 4WD
models) . . . . . . ... 297

Active traction control

system . . . . . . . 301

AUTO LSD system

(2WD models). . . . . 303

Rear differential lock

system . . . . . . . 305

Downhill assist control

system . . . . . . . 308

Crawl Control . . . . . 311
Multi-terrain Select . . . 314
Driving assist systems . .. 321

4-6. Driving tips

Winter driving tips . . . . 330
Off-road precautions . . . 334

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P. 212

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

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P. 218)

Release the parking brake. (

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P. 224)

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

With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal until the vehicle
comes to a stop.
If necessary, set the parking brake.

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

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P. 218)

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

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P. 224), and shift the shift lever to P (

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P.

218).
Vehicles without a smart key system:
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position to stop the engine.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
Press the engine switch to stop the engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your person.

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

Driving the vehicle

The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe
driving:

Starting the engine

Driving

Stopping

Parking the vehicle

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Make sure that the parking brake is set and shift the shift lever to D.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.

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Driving in the rain

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

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

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Refrain from driving at high speeds in the rain, as there may be a layer of
water between the tires and the road surface, preventing the steering and
brakes from operating properly.

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Engine speed while driving

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

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The vehicle is judged to be driving uphill or downhill

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When the accelerator pedal is released

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Restraining the engine output (Brake Override System)

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

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

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Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start Control)

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

R (D includes S) with the accelerator pedal depressed, a warning mes-
sage appears on the multi-information display.

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

reverse.

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While Drive-Start Control is being activated, your vehicle may have trouble
escaping from the mud or fresh snow. In such case, perform the following
actions to cancel Drive-Start Control so that the vehicle may become able to
escape from the mud or fresh snow.
• Deactivate TRAC (

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P. 323, 324)

• 2WD models: When the AUTO LSD system is turned on. (

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P. 303)

• Part-time 4WD models: The four-wheel drive control switch is in “L4”

position. (

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P. 293)

• Full-time 4WD models: The four-wheel drive control switch is in “L4L”

position. (

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P. 297)

Starting off on a steep uphill

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Breaking in your new Toyota

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

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For the first 200 miles (300 km):
Avoid sudden stops.

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For the first 500 miles (800 km):
Do not tow a trailer.

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For the first 1000 miles (1600 km):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
• Avoid sudden acceleration.
• Do not drive continuously in low gears.
• Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.

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Drum-in-disc type parking brake system

Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system. This type of brake
system needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodically or whenever the
parking brake shoes and/or drum are replaced. Have your Toyota dealer per-
form the bedding down operation.

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Operating your vehicle in a foreign country

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

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P. 532)

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When turning off the engine

The emission system operating sounds may continue for a short time after
the engine is turned off. This is not a malfunction, and helps to ensure optimal
performance of the emission system.

WARNING

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

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When starting the vehicle

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

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WARNING

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

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When driving the vehicle

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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When driving the vehicle

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During normal driving, do not turn off the engine. Turning the engine off
while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the
power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more difficult to
steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it
is safe to do so.
However, in the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible
to stop the vehicle in the normal way:

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P. 465

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

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P. 218)

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

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

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

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WARNING

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

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When driving on slippery road surfaces

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

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

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

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When shifting the shift lever

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

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

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

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

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

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

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WARNING

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

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

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

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When the vehicle is stopped

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

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

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

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

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WARNING

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

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When the vehicle is parked

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

fire.

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

plastic material of glasses to deform or crack.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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WARNING

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

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When taking a nap in the vehicle

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

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When braking

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

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

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

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The brake system consists of 2 individual hydraulic systems; if one of the
systems fails, the other will still operate. In this case, the brake pedal
should be depressed more firmly than usual and the braking distance will
increase.
If this happens, do not continue to drive the vehicle. Have your brakes
fixed immediately.