Toyota Prius (2020 year). Manual in english — part 6

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Driving mode select switch

Repeatedly press the switch until the system changes to the intended
driving mode.

Each time the switch is pressed, the driving mode changes in the following
order and the “ECO MODE” and “PWR MODE” indicators turn on or off
accordingly.

In response to driving conditions, one of 3 driving modes can be
selected.

Driving modes

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Normal mode
Suitable for normal driving.

When normal mode is selected, the “ECO MODE” and “PWR MODE”
indicators turn off.

Power mode
Suitable for when crisp handling and enhanced accelerator
response are desired, such as when driving on mountainous roads.

When power mode is selected, the

“PWR MODE”

indicator will illuminate

on the main display.

Eco drive mode
Suitable for driving that improves fuel economy by generating
torque in response to accelerator pedal operations more smoothly
than in normal mode.

When Eco drive mode is selected, the “ECO MODE” indicator will illumi-
nate on the main display.
While the air conditioning is being used, the system automatically
switches to air conditioning eco mode (

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P. 427, 437), allowing for driv-

ing that leads to even better fuel economy.

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The driving mode after turning the power switch off

The driving mode will not be changed automatically until the switch is
pressed, even if the power switch is turned off.

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Switching the driving mode when in EV drive mode

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BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)



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

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The Blind Spot Monitor function
Assists the driver in making the decision when changing lanes

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The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function
Assists the driver when backing up

These functions use same sensors.

Outside rear view mirror indicators

Blind Spot Monitor function:
When a vehicle is detected in the blind spot, the outside rear view mirror
indicator comes on while the turn signal lever is not operated. If the turn
signal lever is operated toward the detected side, the outside rear view
mirror indicator flashes.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function:
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is
detected, the outside rear view mirror indicators flash.

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: If equipped

Summary of the Blind Spot Monitor

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The Blind Spot Monitor on/off screen and indicator

The Blind Spot Monitor function and Rear Cross Traffic Alert function can
be switched on and off using the multi-information display. (

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P. 149)

When switched on, the BSM indicator illuminates on the meter and the
buzzer sounds.

Rear Cross Traffic Alert buzzer (Rear Cross Traffic Alert function
only)

When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is
detected, a buzzer sounds from the driver’s side instrument panel.

RCTA detection display (RCTA function only)

If a vehicle approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle is
detected, the RCTA detection display will be displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display.

The Blind Spot Monitor function and Rear Cross Traffic Alert function

can be enabled/disabled on the

screen (



P. 149) of the multi-

information display.

Once the systems are disabled, the systems will not be enabled until they

are enabled by the

screen of multi-information display again. (The

systems are not automatically enabled even when the hybrid system is
restarted.)

Changing settings of the Blind Spot Monitor function and Rear
Cross Traffic Alert function

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The BSM outside rear view mirror indicators visibility

When under strong sunlight, the outside rear view mirror indicator may be dif-
ficult to see.

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The Rear Cross Traffic Alert buzzer hearing

The Rear Cross Traffic Alert buzzer may be difficult to hear over loud noises
such as high audio volume.

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When “Blind Spot Monitor Unavailable” is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display

The sensor voltage has become abnormal, water, snow mud, etc., may be
built up in the vicinity of the sensor area of bumper (

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P. 341). Removing the

water, snow, mud, etc., from the vicinity of the sensor area bumper should
return it to normal. Also, the sensor may not function normally when used in
extremely hot or cold weather.

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When “Blind Spot Monitor System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer” is
shown on the multi-information display

There may be a sensor malfunction or misaligned. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.

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Customization

The brightness of the outside rear view mirror indicators can be changed.
(Customizable features:

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P. 678)

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Certification for the Blind Spot Monitor



For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.



For vehicles sold in Canada

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WARNING

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Handling the radar sensor

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Keep the sensor and its surrounding area on the bumper clean at all times.

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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 sensor is scratched or dented, or part of

them has become disconnected.

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Do not disassemble the sensor.

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Do not attach accessories or stickers to the sensor or surrounding area on
the bumper.

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Do not modify the sensor or surrounding area on the bumper.

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Do not paint the rear bumper any color other than an official Toyota color.

One Blind Spot Monitor sensor is
installed inside the left and right side of
the vehicle rear bumper respectively.
Observe the following to ensure the Blind
Spot Monitor can function correctly.

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The Blind Spot Monitor function uses radar sensors to detect vehicles
that are traveling in an adjacent lane in the area that is not reflected in
the outside rear view mirror (the blind spot), and advises the driver of
the vehicle’s existence via the outside rear view mirror indicator.

The areas that vehicles can be detected in are outlined below.
The range of the detection area extends to:

Approximately 11.5 ft. (3.5 m)
from the side of the vehicle

The first 1.6 ft. (0.5 m) from the
side of the vehicle is not in the
detection area

Approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) from
the rear bumper
Approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m) for-
ward of the rear bumper

The Blind Spot Monitor function

The Blind Spot Monitor function detection areas

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The Blind Spot Monitor function is operational when

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The BSM system is set to on (

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P. 149)

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Vehicle speed is greater than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h)

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The Blind Spot Monitor function will detect a vehicle when

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A vehicle in an adjacent lane overtakes your vehicle.

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You overtake a vehicle in adjacent lane slowly.

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Another vehicle enters the detection area when it changes lanes.

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Conditions under which the Blind Spot Monitor function will not detect a
vehicle

The Blind Spot Monitor function is not designed to detect the following types
of vehicles and/or objects:

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Small motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians etc.

*

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Vehicles traveling in the opposite direction

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Guardrails, walls, signs, parked vehicles and similar stationary objects

*

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Following vehicles that are in the same lane

*

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Vehicles driving 2 lanes across from your vehicle

*

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Vehicles which are being overtaken rapidly by your vehicle

*

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: Depending on conditions, detection of a vehicle and/or object may occur.

WARNING

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Cautions regarding the use of the system

The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking
care to observe your surroundings.
The Blind Spot Monitor function is a supplementary function which alerts the
driver that a vehicle is present in the blind spot. Do not overly rely on the
Blind Spot Monitor function. The function cannot judge if it is safe to change
lanes, therefore over reliance could cause an accident resulting in death or
serious injury.
According to conditions, the system may not function correctly. Therefore
the driver’s own visual confirmation of safety is necessary.

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Conditions under which the Blind Spot Monitor function may not func-
tion correctly

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The Blind Spot Monitor function may not detect vehicles correctly in the fol-
lowing situations:
• When the sensor is misaligned due to a strong impact to the sensor or its

surrounding area

• When mud, snow, ice, a sticker, etc. is covering the sensor or surround-

ing 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 difference in speed between your vehicle 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 consecutive 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 when driving on the edge of a lane, and

the vehicle in an adjacent lane is far away from your vehicle

• When a bicycle carrier or other accessory is installed to the rear of the

vehicle

• When there is a significant difference in height between your vehicle and

the vehicle that enters the detection area

• Immediately after the Blind Spot Monitor function is turned on

●

Instances of the Blind Spot Monitor function unnecessarily detecting a vehi-
cle and/or object may increase in the following situations:
• When the sensor is misaligned due to a strong impact to the sensor 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 consecutive 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 a bicycle carrier or other accessory is installed to the rear of the

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The Rear Cross Traffic Alert functions when your vehicle is in reverse.
It can detect other vehicles approaching from the right or left rear of
the vehicle. It uses radar sensors to alert the driver of the other vehi-
cle’s existence through flashing the outside rear view mirror indicators
and sounding a buzzer.

The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function

Approaching vehicles

Detection areas

WARNING

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Cautions regarding the use of the system

The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking
care to observe your surroundings.
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function is only an assist and is not a replace-
ment for careful driving. The driver must be careful when backing up, even
when using the Rear Cross Traffic Alert function. The driver’s own visual
confirmation of behind you and your vehicle is necessary and be sure there
are no pedestrians, other vehicles etc. before backing up. Failure to do so
could cause death or serious injury.
According to conditions, the system may not function correctly. Therefore
the driver’s own visual confirmation of safety is necessary.

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

To give the driver a more consistent time to react, the buzzer can alert
for faster vehicles from farther away.
Example:

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The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function is operational when

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The BSM system is set to on. (

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P. 149)

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The shift position is in R.

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Vehicle speed is less than approximately 5 mph (8 km/h).

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Approaching vehicle speed is between approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) and
18 mph (28 km/h).

The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function detection areas

Approaching vehicle

Speed

Approximate
alert distance

Fast

18 mph (28 km/h)

65 ft. (20 m)

Slow

5 mph (8 km/h)

18 ft. (5.5 m)

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Conditions under which the Rear Cross Traffic Alert function will not
detect a vehicle

The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function is not designed to detect the following
types of vehicles and/or objects:

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Vehicles approaching from directly behind

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Vehicles backing up in a parking space next to your vehicle

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Guardrails, walls, signs, parked vehicles and similar stationary objects

*

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Small motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, etc.

*

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Vehicles moving away from your vehicle

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Vehicles approaching from the parking spaces next to your vehicle

*

*

: Depending on the conditions, detection of a vehicle and/or object may

occur.

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Conditions under which the Rear Cross Traffic Alert function may not
function correctly

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The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function may not detect vehicles correctly in the
following situations:
• When the sensor is misaligned due to a strong impact to the sensor or its

surrounding area

• When mud, snow, ice, a sticker, etc. is covering the sensor or surround-

ing 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

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Vehicles that the sensors cannot detect
due to obstructions

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• Immediately after the Blind Spot Monitor function is turned on
• Immediately after the hybrid system is started with the Blind Spot Monitor

function on

• When backing up on a slope with a

sharp change in grade

• When backing out of a shallow angle

parking spot

• When the sensors cannot detect a

vehicle due to obstructions

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Instances of the Rear Cross Traffic Alert function unnecessarily detecting a
vehicle and/or object may increase in the following situations:
• When a vehicle passes by the side of your vehicle

• When the distance between your vehicle and metal objects, such as a

guardrail, wall, sign, or parked vehicle, which may reflect electrical waves
toward the rear of the vehicle, is short

• When the parking space faces a

street and vehicles are being driven
on the street

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Intuitive parking assist



Front corner sensors
Front center sensors
Rear corner sensors
Rear center sensors
Front side sensors
Rear side sensors

The intuitive parking assist can be

enabled/disabled on the

screen (



P. 149) of the multi-

information display.

When on is selected, intuitive park-
ing assist indicator will come on.

Once off is selected, the intuitive parking assist will not return to on until it

is turned to on by the

screen of multi-information display again. (The

system does not automatically return to on even when the hybrid system is
restarted.)



: If equipped

The distance from your vehicle to nearby obstacles when paral-
lel parking or maneuvering into a garage is measured by the
sensors and communicated via the displays and a buzzer.
Always check the surrounding area when using this system.

Types of sensors

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Turning the intuitive parking assist on/off

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When the sensors detect an obstacle, the following displays inform
the driver of the position and distance to the obstacle.

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Multi-information display

Front center sensor opera-
tion
Front corner sensor opera-
tion
Front side sensor operation
Rear side sensor operation
Rear corner sensor operation
Rear center sensor operation

• The operation display is gray when the sensors are operating.
• The front side sensor operation displays and rear side sensor opera-

tion displays are not shown until a scan of the side areas is com-
pleted.

Display

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Distance display

Sensors that detect an obstacle will illuminate continuously or blink.

*

: The images may differ from those shown in the illustrations depending on

the detection status. (



P. 351)

Sensor detection display, obstacle distance

Display

*

Approximate distance to obstacle

Front corner,

front center and

front side sensors

Rear corner,

rear center and

rear side sensors

(continuous)

3.3 ft. (100 cm) to
2.0 ft (60 cm)

4.9 ft. (150 cm) to
2.0 ft. (60 cm)

(continuous)

2.0 ft. (60 cm) to
1.5 ft (45 cm)
2.0 ft. (60 cm) to
1.5 ft. (45 cm)
3.3 ft. (100 cm) to
2.3 ft. (70 cm)

3.3 ft. (100 cm) to
2.3 ft. (70 cm)
2.0 ft. (60 cm) to
1.5 ft (45 cm)
2.0 ft. (60 cm) to
1.5 ft. (45 cm)

(continuous)

1.5 ft. (45 cm) to
1.2 ft. (35 cm)
1.5 ft. (45 cm) to
1.2 ft. (35 cm)
2.3 ft. (70 cm) to
1.0 ft. (30 cm)

2.3 ft. (70 cm) to
1.0 ft. (30 cm)
1.5 ft. (45 cm) to
1.2 ft. (35 cm)
1.5 ft. (45 cm) to
1.2 ft. (35 cm)

(blinking)

Less than
1.2 ft. (35 cm)
Less than
1.2 ft. (35 cm)
Less than
1.0 ft. (30 cm)

Less than
1.0 ft. (30 cm)
Less than
1.2 ft. (35 cm)
Less than
1.2 ft. (35 cm)

Far

Near

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Front center sensors
Front corner sensors
Front side sensors

Rear side sensors
Rear corner sensors
Rear center sensors

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When an obstacle is detected, the buzzer sounds.

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As the obstacle is approached, the buzzer sounds more rapidly.
When the obstacle is extremely close, the buzzer switches from
sounding intermittently (short beeps) to continuously (a long beep).

• Distance to obstacle detected by front corner sensor is approxi-

mately 1.2 ft. (35 cm) or less

• Distance to obstacle detected by front side sensor or rear side

sensor is approximately 1.0 ft. (30 cm) or less

• Distance to obstacle detected by front sensor is approximately

1.2 ft. (35 cm) or less

• Distance to obstacle detected by rear corner sensor is approxi-

mately 1.2 ft. (35 cm) or less

• Distance to obstacle detected by back sensor is approximately

1.2 ft. (35 cm) or less

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When an obstacle is detected by multiple sensors simultaneously,
the buzzer sounds according to the distance to the closest obsta-
cle.

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When obstacles are simultaneously detected to the front and rear
of the vehicle, separate buzzers sound patterns according to the
distance to each obstacle.

The volume and timing of the buzzer can be changed. (

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P. 678)

Buzzer

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Approximately 3.3 ft. (100 cm)
Approximately 4.9 ft. (150 cm)
Approximately 2.0 ft. (60 cm)
Approximately 3.3 ft. (100 cm)

• The detection range is shown in

the illustration to the right. How-
ever, the sensor will not detect
the obstacle if it is too close.

• For details regarding obstacle

detection in the side areas.
(



P. 356)

• The distance at which an obsta-

cle can be detected and whether
it can be detected depends on
the shape and condition of the
obstacle.

The obstacle detection range can be changed. (



P. 678)

Detection range of the sensors

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Operation conditions

The power switch is turned on.

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Front corner sensors:
• Shift position is not in P
• Vehicle speed is approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) or less

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Front side sensors/rear side sensors:
• Shift position is not in P
• Vehicle speed is approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) or less
• Steering wheel is turned approximately 90

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or more

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Front center sensors:
• Shift position is not in P or R
• Vehicle speed is approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) or less

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Rear corner sensors/rear center sensors:
Shift position is in R

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Intuitive parking assist pop-up display

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P. 378

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Sensor detection information

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The sensor’s detection areas are limited to the areas around the vehicle’s
bumper.

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Depending on the shape of the obstacle and other factors, the detection dis-
tance may shorten, or detection may be impossible.

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Obstacles may not be detected if they are too close to the sensor.

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There will be a short delay between obstacle detection and display. Even
when traveling at a low speed, if you come too close to an obstacle before
the display and buzzer activate, the display and buzzer may not activate at
all.

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Thin posts or objects lower than the sensor may not be detected when
approached, even if they have been detected once.

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It might be difficult to hear beeps due to the volume of audio system or air
flow noise of the air conditioning system.

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Obstacle warning function

When an obstacle in the side areas is within the vehicle course while the
vehicle is moving forward or backward, this function inform the driver by the
display and the buzzer.

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Obstacle detection in side areas

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Obstacles in the side areas are detected while driving by scanning the side
areas with the side sensors. Recognized obstacles are retained in memory
for up to approximately 2 minutes.

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Obstacles may not be detected in the side areas until the scan completes.
After the power switch is turned on, scanning completes after driving the
vehicle for a short period of time.

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When an obstacle such as another vehicle, pedestrian or animal is detected
by the side sensors, the obstacle may continue to be detected even after it
has left the side sensor detection area.

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If “Clean Parking Assist Sensor” is displayed on the multi-information
display

A sensor may be dirty or covered with snow or ice. In such cases, if it is
removed from the sensor, the system should return to normal.
Also, due to the sensor being frozen at low temperatures, a malfunction dis-
play may appear or an obstacle may not be detected. If the sensor thaws out,
the system should return to normal.

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If “Parking Assist Malfunction” is displayed on the multi-information dis-
play

Depending on the malfunction of the sensor, the device may not be working
normally. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

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Certification (Canada only)

This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001.

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Customization

Settings (e.g. buzzer volume) can be changed.
(Customizable features:



P. 678)

Obstacle
Calculated vehicle course

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When using intuitive parking assist

Observe the following precautions to avoid an unexpected accident.

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Do not exceed the speed limit of 6 mph (10 km/h).

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The sensors’ detection areas and reaction times are limited. When moving
forward or reversing, check the areas surrounding the vehicle (especially
the sides of the vehicle) for safety, and drive slowly, using the brake to
control the vehicle’s speed.

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Do not install accessories within the sensors’ detection areas.

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Sensors

Certain vehicle conditions and the surrounding environment may affect the
ability of the sensor to correctly detect obstacles. Particular instances where
this may occur are listed below.

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There is dirt, snow or ice on the sensor. (Wiping the sensors will resolve
this problem.)

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The sensor is frozen. (Thawing the area will resolve this problem.)
In especially cold weather, if a sensor is frozen, the screen may show an
abnormal display, or obstacles may not be detected.

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The sensor is covered in any way.

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In harsh sunlight or intense cold weather

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On an extremely bumpy road, on an incline, on gravel, or on grass

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The vicinity of the vehicle is noisy due to vehicle horns, motorcycle
engines, air brakes of large vehicles, or other loud noises producing ultra-
sonic waves.

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The sensor is splashed with water or drenched with heavy rain.

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The sensor is drenched with water on a flooded road.

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The vehicle is leaning considerably to one side.

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The vehicle is equipped with a fender pole or wireless antenna.

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The vehicle is approaching a tall or curved curb.

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The area directly under the bumpers is not detected.

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If obstacles draw too close to the sensor.

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The bumper or sensor receives a strong impact.

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A non-genuine Toyota suspension (lowered suspension etc.) is installed.

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There is another vehicle equipped with parking assist sensors in the vicin-
ity.

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Towing eyelets are installed.

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A backlit license plate is installed.

In addition to the examples above, depending on the shape and condition of
obstacles, detection may not be possible, or the detection range may be
shortened.

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Side sensors

In the following situations, the intuitive parking assist may not operate nor-
mally and may result in an unexpected accident. Drive carefully.

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Obstacles may not be detected in the side areas until the vehicle is driven
for a short time and a scan of the side areas is completed. (



P. 356)

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Even after the scan of the side areas is completed, obstacles such as
other vehicles, people or animals that approach from the sides cannot be
detected.

●

Even after the scan of the side areas is completed, obstacles may not be
detected depending on the surrounding situation of the vehicle.
At that time, the side sensor operation displays (



P. 351) temporary turn

off.

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Obstacles which may not be properly detected

The shape of the obstacle may prevent the sensor from detecting it. Pay
particular attention to the following obstacles:

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Wires, fences, ropes, etc.

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Cotton, snow and other materials that absorb sound waves

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Sharply-angled objects

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Low obstacles

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Tall obstacles with upper sections projecting outwards in the direction of
your vehicle

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People may not be detected if they are wearing certain types of clothing.

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Moving objects such as people or animals

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NOTICE

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When using intuitive parking 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.

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Intuitive parking assist operation display flashes, and a beep sounds when
no obstacles are detected.

●

If the area around a sensor collides with something, or is subjected to
strong impact.

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If the bumper collides with something.

●

If the display shows up and remains on without a beep.

●

If a display error occurs, first check the sensor.
If the error occurs even when there is no ice, snow or mud on the sensor, it
is likely that the sensor is malfunctioning.

■

Notes when washing the vehicle

●

Do not apply intensive bursts of water or steam to the sensor area.
Doing so may result in the sensor malfunctioning.

●

When using steam to wash the vehicle, do not direct steam too close to
the sensors. The sensors may not function properly if subjected to steam.

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Parking Support Brake function



The system operates in the following situations when an obstacle is
detected in the traveling direction of the vehicle.

◆

The vehicle is driven at low speeds and the brake pedal is not
depressed, or is depressed too late

◆

The accelerator pedal is depressed too far



: If equipped

When a collision may occur with an obstacle while parking or
traveling at low speeds, when the vehicle suddenly moves for-
ward due to mistaken accelerator pedal operation, or when the
vehicle moves due to the wrong shift position being selected,
the sensors detect obstacles to the front or rear in the traveling
direction of the vehicle, and the system operates to lessen
impact with obstacles such as walls, and reduce resulting dam-
age.

Examples of system operation

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◆

The vehicle moves due to the wrong shift position being
selected

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Front corner sensors
Front center sensors
Rear corner sensors
Rear center sensors

The Parking Support Brake function can be enabled/disabled on the

screen (



P. 149) of the multi-information display.

When the Parking Support Brake
function is off, the PKSB OFF indi-
cator illuminates.

When the Parking Support Brake function is switched off, system operation

does not resume until the function is switched back on through the
screen on the multi-information display. (System operation does not
resume by operating the power switch.)

Types of sensors

1

2

3

4

Changing settings of the Parking Support Brake function

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When the Parking Support Brake function detects an obstacle with a
probability of collision, hybrid system output is restricted to restrain an
increase in vehicle speed. (Hybrid system output restriction control: A)
Furthermore, when the accelerator pedal continues to be depressed,
the brakes are applied to reduce the vehicle speed. (Brake control: B)

Operation

DOWN

DOWN

UP

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

ON

OFF

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Accelerator pedal
Brake pedal
Hybrid system output
Braking force

Control starts
Collision is possible
Collision is likely

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

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Operation starting conditions

When the PKSB OFF indicator is not illuminated or flashing (



P. 371,

591) and all of the following conditions are met, the system operates.



Hybrid system output restriction control

●

The Parking Support Brake function is on.

●

The vehicle speed is 10 mph (15 km/h) or less.

●

There is an obstacle in the traveling direction of the vehicle (6 to
13 ft. [2 to 4 m ahead]).

●

The system determined that a stronger-than-normal brake opera-
tion was necessary to avoid a collision.



Brake control

●

Hybrid system output restriction control is being performed.

●

The system determined that an emergency brake operation was
necessary to avoid a collision.

■

Operation ending conditions

In any of the following situations, the system stops operating.



Hybrid system output restriction control

●

The Parking Support Brake function has been turned off
(stopped).

●

The collision became avoidable with normal brake operation.

●

The obstacle is no longer in the traveling direction of the vehicle
(6 to 13 ft. [2 to 4 m ahead]).



Brake control

●

The Parking Support Brake function has been turned off
(stopped).

●

Approximately 2 seconds elapsed after the vehicle was stopped
by brake control.

●

The brake pedal was depressed after the vehicle was stopped by
brake control.

●

The obstacle is no longer in the traveling direction of the vehicle
(6 to 13 ft. [2 to 4 m ahead]).

Operation conditions

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When the hybrid system output restriction control or brake control
operates, the buzzer sounds and a message is displayed on the multi-
information display to alert the driver.

Depending on the situation, output restriction control operates to either
limit acceleration or restrict output as much as possible.

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

Control

Situation

Multi-information

display

PKSB

OFF

Indicator

Buzzer

Hybrid sys-
tem

output

restriction
control

is

operating
(accelera-
tion

limita-

tion control)

Acceleration
at a certain
speed

or

higher is not
possible.

Not illumi-

nated

Short

beep

Hybrid sys-
tem

output

restriction
control

is

operating
(control

to

restrict out-
put as much
as possible)

A stronger-
than-normal
brake opera-
tion is neces-
sary

Not illumi-

nated

Brake

con-

trol is operat-
ing

Emergency
braking

is

necessary

The vehicle
is stopped by
system oper-
ation

The vehicle
is

stopped

after

brake

control oper-
ation

Illumi-

nated

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Sensor detection range

The detection range of the Parking Support Brake function differs from the
detection range of the intuitive parking assist. (



P. 354)

Therefore, even if the intuitive parking assist detects an obstacle and pro-
vides a warning, the Parking Support Brake function may not start operating.

■

System operation

When the vehicle is stopped by system operation, the Parking Support Brake
function stops and the PKSB OFF indicator illuminates.

■

System recovery

When the Parking Support Brake function is stopped by system operation
and you would like to resume operation, either turn the Parking Support
Brake function on again (



P. 363), or turn the power switch off and then back

on. Furthermore, when the vehicle moves with an obstacle no longer in the
traveling direction of the vehicle, or when the traveling direction of the vehicle
changes (such as when switching from moving forward to backing up, and
vice versa), system operation automatically resumes.

■

Obstacles not detected by the sensors

The following obstacles may not be detected by the sensors.

●

Objects such as people, cloth and snow, that are difficult for sonic waves to
reflect off of. (In particular, people may also not be detected depending on
the type of clothing they are wearing.)

●

Objects not perpendicular with the ground, objects not at a right angle to the
traveling direction of the vehicle, uneven objects or waving objects

●

Low objects

●

Thin objects such as wires, fences, ropes and signposts

●

Objects that are extremely close to the bumper

■

Intuitive parking assist buzzer

Regardless of whether the intuitive parking assist is on or off (



P. 350), if the

Parking Support Brake function is not stopped (



P. 363), when the front or

rear sensors detect an obstacle and brake control is performed, the intuitive
parking assist buzzer also sounds and a notification of the approximate dis-
tance to the obstacle is provided.

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Situations when the system may operate even though there is no possi-
bility of a collision

In the following situations, the system may operate even though there is no
possibility of a collision.

●

Environmental influence

• The vehicle is driven toward a banner or flag, a low-hanging branch or a

boom barrier (such as those used at railroad crossings, toll gates and
parking lots).

• There is an obstacle on the shoulder of the road (when the vehicle is

driven in a narrow tunnel, on a narrow bridge or on a narrow road)

• The vehicle is being parallel parked
• There is a rut or hole in the surface of the road
• When the vehicle is driven on a metal cover (grating), such as those used

for drainage ditches

• The vehicle is driven on a steep slope
• The sensor is covered by water on a flooded road

●

Influence from the weather
• Ice, snow, dirt, etc., has adhered to the sensor (if removed, the system

returns to normal)

• Heavy rain or water strikes the vehicle
• In severe weather such as fog, snow or a sand storm

●

Influence from other sonic waves
• An ultrasonic wave source is nearby, such as the horn or parking assist

sensors of another vehicle, a vehicle detector, a motorcycle engine or the
air brake of a large vehicle

• Electronic components (such as a backlit license plate (especially fluo-

rescent types), fog lights, a fender pole or a wireless antenna) are
installed near the sensors

• The vehicle is driven on a narrow

road

• The vehicle is driven on a gravel road

or in an area with tall grass

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Changes in the vehicle
• The vehicle is tilted a large amount
• The height of the vehicle has drastically changed due to the carried load

(the nose tilts up or down)

• The direction of the sensor has deviated due to a collision or other impact

■

In the unlikely event that the Parking Support Brake function mistakenly
operates at a crossing or elsewhere

Even in the unlikely event that the Parking Support Brake function mistakenly
operates at a crossing or elsewhere, brake control is canceled after approxi-
mately 2 seconds, allowing you to proceed forward and leave the area. Fur-
thermore, brake control is also canceled when the brake pedal is depressed.
Depressing the accelerator pedal again allows you to proceed forward and
leave the area.

■

Situations in which the system may not operate normally

In the following situations, the system may not operate normally.

●

Environmental influence
• There is an obstacle that cannot be detected between the vehicle and

another obstacle that can be detected

• An obstacle such as another vehicle, a motorcycle, a bicycle or a pedes-

trian cuts in front of the vehicle or jumps out from the side.

●

Influence from the weather

• Ice, snow, dirt, etc., has adhered to the sensor (if removed, the system

returns to normal)

• Heavy rain or water strikes the vehicle
• In severe weather such as fog, snow or a sand storm

• The area around the sensor is

extremely hot or cold

• The wind is strong

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●

Influence from other sonic waves
• An ultrasonic wave source is nearby, such as the horn or parking assist

sensors of another vehicle, a vehicle detector, a motorcycle engine or the
air brake of a large vehicle

• Electronic components (such as a backlit license plate (especially fluo-

rescent types), fog lights, a fender pole or a wireless antenna) are
installed near the sensors

●

Changes in the vehicle
• When driving with the shift position in N
• The vehicle is tilted a large amount
• The height of the vehicle has drastically changed due to the carried load

(the nose tilts up or down)

• The direction of the sensor has deviated due to a collision or other impact

■

Parking Support Brake function while the Simple Advanced Parking
Guidance System is operating



P. 376

■

When removing and installing the 12-volt battery

The system needs to be initialized.
The system can be initialized by driving the vehicle straight ahead for 5 sec-
onds or more at a speed of approximately 22 mph (35 km/h) or higher.

■

When “PKSB Unavailable” is displayed on the multi-information display
and the PKSB OFF indicator flashes

●

Ice, snow, dirt, etc., may have adhered to the sensor. If this occurs, remove
the ice, snow, dirt, etc., from the sensor to return the system to normal.
Also, a warning message may be displayed at low temperatures due to ice
forming on the sensor, and the sensor may not detect obstacles. Once the
ice melts, the system will return 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.

●

System initialization may not have been performed after removal and instal-
lation of the 12-volt battery. Perform system initialization.

■

When “PKSB Malfunction Visit Your Dealer” is displayed on the multi-
information display, the PKSB OFF indicator flashes and the buzzer
sounds

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

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WARNING

■

For safe use

Do not rely solely upon the system. Relying solely upon the system may
lead to an unexpected accident.

●

Driving safely is the sole responsibility of the driver. Pay careful attention
to the surrounding conditions in order to ensure safe driving. The Parking
Support Brake function can provide support to lessen the severity of colli-
sions. However, it may not operate depending on the situation.

●

The Parking Support Brake function is not a system designed to com-
pletely stop the vehicle. Furthermore, even if the Parking Support Brake
function is able to stop the vehicle, brake control is canceled after approxi-
mately 2 seconds, so depress the brake pedal immediately.

■

In order for the system to operate properly

Make sure to observe the following precautions regarding the sensors
(



P. 363). Failure to observe these precautions may cause the sensors

not to operate properly, and may result in an unexpected accident.

●

Do not perform work such as modification, disassembly or painting

●

Only perform replacements using genuine parts

●

Do not subject the area around the sensors to any impacts

●

Do not damage the sensors, and always keep them clean

■

Handling the suspension

Do not modify the suspension, as changes to the height or incline of the
vehicle may prevent the sensors from correctly detecting obstacles, may
cause the system not operate, or may cause the system to operate unnec-
essarily.

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NOTICE

■

Preventing sensor malfunctions

●

If the area around a sensor is subjected to an impact, equipment may not
operate properly due to a sensor malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected
at your Toyota dealer.

●

When using a high-pressure washer to wash the vehicle, do not spray
water directly on the sensors. The sensors may not function properly if
subjected to an impact from strong water pressure.

●

When using steam to wash the vehicle, do not direct steam too close to
the sensors. The sensors may not function properly if subjected to steam.

■

Preventing unnecessary operation

In the following situations, turn the Parking Support Brake function off. The
system may operate even though there is no possibility of a collision.

●

A chassis roller, chassis dynamo, free roller or similar equipment is being
used for an inspection, etc.

●

The vehicle is being loaded onto a ship, truck or other transport vessel

●

The suspension has been lowered or tires that have a different size than
the genuine tires are equipped

●

The height of the vehicle has drastically changed due to the carried load
(the nose tilts up or down).

●

A towing eyelet is installed

●

When using an automatic car wash

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S-APGS (Simple Advanced Parking Guidance

System)



■

Function summary

The Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System automatically
operates the steering wheel to provide support when backing into
an area near a target parking spot, and when departing from a par-
allel parking spot. (Changing the shift position and speed adjust-
ment when moving forward or backing up are not performed
automatically.)

●

The Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System does not park
the vehicle automatically. It is a system that provides support
when pulling out of a perpendicular or parallel parking spot.

●

The Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System provides steer-
ing wheel operation assistance to guide the vehicle toward the
selected intended parking spot. The selected intended parking
spot may not always be reachable, depending on road and vehi-
cle conditions at the time of parking, and the distance to the
intended parking spot.

■

Linking with the Parking Support Brake function

While the Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System is operating,
if the system detects an obstacle that could result in a collision, the
emergency brakes operate, regardless of whether the Parking Sup-
port Brake function is on or off. (



P. 376)



: If equipped

Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System

WARNING

●

When backing up or proceeding forward, be sure to directly confirm the
safety of the area to the front or rear, and the area around the vehicle, and
slowly back up or proceed forward while adjusting the vehicle speed by
depressing the brake pedal.

●

If it seems the vehicle may make contact with a pedestrian, another vehi-
cle or any other obstacles, stop the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal,
and then press the S-APGS switch (



P. 377) to turn the system off.

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Chart of Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System assist
modes and functions

Assist mode

Type of
parking

Function summary

See page

Parallel parking

assist mode

Parallel park-

ing

Guidance is provided to
detect

the

intended

parking spot and reach a
position to begin back-
ing up from. Assistance
is provided from when
the vehicle begins back-
ing up until it reaches
the intended parking
spot.

P. 380

Exit parallel parking

assist mode

Exit parallel

parking

Assistance starts after
the vehicle has been
parallel parked. Assis-
tance is provided to
guide the vehicle from
the parking space to a
position from which it
can take off.

P. 387

Back-in parking

assist mode

(with forward guid-

ance function)

Back-in park-

ing

Assistance starts after
stopping the vehicle in
front of the intended
parking spot, and is pro-
vided for backing into a
parking space, including
guidance to reach a
position to begin back-
ing up from.

P. 392

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Parking Support Brake function while the Simple Advanced Parking
Guidance System is operating

While the Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System is operating, if the sys-
tem detects an obstacle that could result in a collision, hybrid system output
restriction control and brake control of the Parking Support Brake function are
operated, regardless of whether the Parking Support Brake function is on or
off. (



P. 363)

●

After the Parking Support Brake function operates, operation of the Simple
Advanced Parking Guidance System is temporarily stopped, and operation
of the Parking Support Brake function is indicated on the multi-information
display. (



P. 367)

●

When operation of the Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System is
stopped 3 times by operation of the Parking Support Brake function, the
Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System is canceled.

●

Once the Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System becomes available
after the Parking Support Brake function is operated, a message prompting
you to shift is displayed on the multi-information display. Operation of the
Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System can be resumed by shifting
according to the prompt on the multi-information display and pressing the
S-APGS switch (



P. 377) again.

■

Shifting while the Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System is operat-
ing

If the system determines that the drivers intends to move forward or in
reverse, assistance continues even if the drivers shifted before being
prompted to do so by the system. However, because driver operation differs
from the guidance provided by the system, the number of turning maneuvers
may increase.

■

Customization

Settings (e.g. obstacle detection range) can be changed. (Customizable fea-
tures:



P. 678)

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Switching using the S-APGS switch

Press the switch

This allows you to switch func-
tions and cancel or restart assist
modes.

While the power switch is on, the vehicle speed is approximately
19 mph (30 km/h) or less, each time the S-APGS switch is pressed
the function switches as follows.

The selected function is indicated on the operation display area of the
multi-information display. (



P. 378)

*

: The back-in parking assist mode can be switched to when its operating

conditions are met (



P. 396). When the operating conditions are not met,

it switches to off.

Switching assist mode



When the S-APGS switch is
pressed with the shift position
not in P



When the S-APGS switch is
pressed with the shift position
in P

Back-in parking assist mode

*

Parallel parking assist mode

Off

Exit parallel parking
assist mode

Off

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The guidance screen is displayed on the multi-information display.

Assistance level indicator

Displays a gauge indicating the
level until the vehicle’s stopping
position/the position at which assist
control ends.

Stop display

When illuminated, depress the
brake pedal and stop the vehicle at
once.

Operation display area

Displays the operating condition of the Simple Advanced Parking Guid-
ance System.

Advice display

Follow the instructions on the display and perform any indicated opera-
tions. As an example, the illustration shows the display indicating it is nec-
essary to depress the brake pedal in order to control the vehicle speed and
to confirm the safety of your surroundings.

S-APGS switch icon

Displayed when the assist mode can be changed and the system can be
turned off or on using the S-APGS switch.

Steering wheel auto operation display

Displays when the steering wheel auto operation is being performed.

Intuitive parking assist display/door position (open/close) display



P. 351

■

S-APGS indicator inside the meter (



P. 111)

This indicator illuminates when the steering wheel auto operation is being
performed by the Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System. After control
ends, the indicator blinks for a short period of time and then turns off.

■

Intuitive parking assist pop-up display

While the Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System is operating, if the
intuitive parking assist detects an obstacle, the intuitive parking assist display
automatically pops up on the guidance screen (



P. 351), regardless of

whether the intuitive parking assist is on or off. (



P. 350)

Guidance screen

1

2

3

4

5

6

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Assist mode will be canceled or stopped in the following cases.

■

Assist control is canceled when

●

The system temperature preservation function operates

●

There is a system malfunction

●

System determined that the parking environment is not suitable
for assist to continue

When assist control is canceled, firmly grasp the steering wheel,
depress the brake pedal and stop the vehicle.
Start again from the beginning, as the system will already be can-
celed. When continuing to park manually, operate the steering
wheel as you normally would.

■

Assist control is stopped when

●

The steering wheel is operated

●

The vehicle speed exceeds 4 mph (7 km/h) during assist control

●

The Parking Support Brake function operates

When assist control is stopped, it can be resumed by following the
guidance shown on the screen.

■

If the vehicle speed is about to exceed the speed limit during assist con-
trol

Canceling or stopping assist mode

A buzzer sounds and the message indi-
cating there is possibility that the vehicle
speed may exceed the speed limit.
When the message is displayed, immedi-
ately depress the brake pedal to deceler-
ate. If the vehicle continues to accelerate,
assist control will be canceled when the
vehicle speed exceeds a certain speed.
(



P. 401)

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Function summary

If a parking space can be detected, you will be guided forward until
you reach the assist control starting position, and then the parallel
parking assist mode can be used. Furthermore, depending on the
parking space and other conditions, multi-turn maneuvering assist
control is also provided if necessary.

Continue moving forward
with the vehicle parallel to
the curb or road, and stop so
that the center of the target
parking spot appears nearly
perpendicular to the vehicle.
Then press the S-APGS
switch 1 time to select the
parallel parking assist mode.
Travel straight ahead paral-
lel with the road or curb so
that the parking space is
detected.
A sound is issued and a display is shown to notify you when the
vehicle reaches a position where assist control can be used to
begin backing up from, and then when the shift position is
changed according to guidance provided by the system, steering
wheel auto operation begins.

If the detected parking space or road width (distance to the side of the
road across from the parking space) is narrow, or if there are obstacles
in front of the vehicle, guidance will not be issued.

Parking is complete

This completes the assist mode. Depending on the condition of the
parking space, guidance to starting points for moving forward and back-
ing up, as well as the steering wheel auto operation, are repeated any
time multi-turn maneuvering is necessary following step

from the

time the vehicle begins backing up until parking completes.

How to parallel park (parallel parking assist mode)

1

2

3

4

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Parking

Stop so that the center of the target parking spot appears nearly
perpendicular to vehicle. Then press the S-APGS switch 1 time
and check that the display on the multi-information display
switches to “Parallel Parking”.

●

The mode switches each time the S-APGS switch is pressed.
(



P. 377)

●

When the vehicle speed is approximately 19 mph (30 km/h) or
higher, pressing the S-APGS switch will not cause the screen
to switch to the “Parallel Parking” display.

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Travel straight ahead paral-
lel with the road (or curb),
and maintain a gap of
approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m)
from any parked vehicles.

●

Proceed slowly.

●

The system will begin
searching for a parking
space.

●

While searching for a
space, the turn signal lever
(



P. 257) can be operated

to select a parking space
on the left or right.

●

When stopping the func-
tion, press the S-APGS
switch once to turn the
function off.

●

When a parking space is
detected, the screen will
change.

2

3.3 ft.

(1 m)

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When a beep sounds once
and the stop display (



P. 378)

is shown on the display, stop
the vehicle.

When the shift position is changed to R, a high-pitched beep is
emitted and assist control will start.

●

When the steering wheel auto operation starts, the steering
wheel auto operation display (



P. 378) and assistance level

indicator (



P. 378) will be shown in the display area.

●

To stop assist control, press the S-APGS switch.

Assume an ordinary posture for backing up, rest your hands
lightly on the steering wheel without applying any force, directly
confirm the safety of the area to the rear and around the vehicle,
confirm that there are no obstacles in the parking space, and
slowly back up while adjusting your speed by depressing the
brake pedal.

●

When backing up too quickly, a sharp beeping sound is emit-
ted and assist control is stopped. (



P. 379)

●

When the vehicle cannot be cleanly entered within the target
parking spot on the first try and multi-turn maneuvering is nec-
essary, proceed to step

.

When multi-turn maneuvering is not necessary, proceed to
step

.

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4

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When a beep sounds once
and the stop display (



P. 378)

is shown on the display, stop
the vehicle.

Change the shift position to D.
Assume an ordinary driving posture, rest your hands lightly on
the steering wheel without applying any force, directly confirm
the safety of the area to the front and around the vehicle and
slowly proceed forward while adjusting your speed by depressing
the brake pedal.
When a beep sounds once and the stop display (



P. 378) is

shown on the display, stop the vehicle.
Change the shift position to R.
Assume an ordinary posture for backing up, rest your hands
lightly on the steering wheel without applying any force, directly
confirm the safety of the area to the rear and around the vehicle
and slowly back up while adjusting your speed by depressing the
brake pedal.

Depending on the condition of the parking space, steps

to

may

need to be repeated.

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When the vehicle is almost entirely within the target parking spot,
a high-pitched beep is emitted and the stop display is shown on
the display, stop the vehicle.
This completes the parallel parking assist mode.

●

After stopping, feel free to maneuver the vehicle to reach the
desired parking spot.

●

Be sure to back up while checking the area to the front and
rear of the vehicle directly and by using the mirrors.

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Parallel parking assist mode operating conditions

●

In order to operate the parallel parking assist mode correctly, drive slowly (at
a speed at which the vehicle can be quickly stopped) parallel to the road (or
shoulder) while maintaining a distance of approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m) to any
parked vehicles.

●

The function cannot be used when the vehicle speed is approximately
19 mph (30 km/h) or higher.

●

The front side sensors and rear side sensors are used to detect parked
vehicles and determine the parking spot. Therefore, when detection is not
possible (



P. 407), guidance is not issued.

●

If there are no parked vehicles, the parking spot cannot be determined.
Therefore, the parallel parking assist mode cannot be operated.

●

If unable to detect the environment surrounding the parking space, the par-
allel parking assist mode may not be able to operate.

●

Guidance will continue until the vehicle speed meets or exceeds approxi-
mately 19 mph (30 km/h) or the function is turned off using the S-APGS
switch.

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Timing for pressing the S-APGS switch

In the following cases, the assist mode may also operate during the steps
taken to park using the parallel parking assist mode. However, in these
cases, conduct parking procedures according to the information on the multi-
information display.

●

In step the S-APGS switch is pressed after already passing over the tar-
get parking spot.
If the vehicle is not stopped in step , pressing the S-APGS switch 1 time
while the vehicle is in motion allows you to select “Parallel Parking” and
proceed directly to step .

●

The vehicle is moved up to the position in step

without the S-APGS

switch being pressed. Then the S-APGS switch is pressed after having
changed the shift position to R.

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NOTICE

●

If the road surface has any dips or inclines, the target parking spot cannot
be correctly set. Therefore, the vehicle may be parked at an angle or may
deviate from the parking spot. In these cases, do not use the parallel park-
ing assist mode.

●

When there is a wall or other obstacle on the inner side of the parking
space, or when another parked vehicle extends into the road from its park-
ing spot, the target parking spot may be set in a position that juts out
slightly into the road.

●

Depending on the surrounding environment, such as other parked vehi-
cles, the vehicle may be parked at an angle or may deviate from the park-
ing spot. Manually adjust vehicle alignment as necessary.

●

The system provides assistance to guide the vehicle based on position of
adjacent vehicles, even if there are obstacles, bumps, drops or curb
stones in the parking space.
If it seems the vehicle may make contact, stop the vehicle by depressing
the brake pedal, and then press the S-APGS switch to turn off the system.

●

It may not be possible to detect objects that are low to the ground. Directly
confirm the safety of your surroundings and, if it seems the vehicle may
make contact with an obstacle, stop the vehicle by depressing the brake
pedal.

●

When the other parked vehicle is nar-
row or parked extremely close to the
curb, assist control will also guide the
vehicle to a position close to the curb.
If it seems the vehicle may make con-
tact with the curb or any other obsta-
cles, or if it seems the tire position will
deviate from the intended parking spot,
stop the vehicle by depressing the
brake pedal, and then press the
S-APGS switch to turn off the system.

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Function summary

When departing from a parallel parking position, select the direction
you would like to depart in, and steering wheel operation assist con-
trol will be provided to guide the vehicle to a position from which
you can take off.

With the shift position in P,
press the S-APGS switch,
select exit parallel parking
assist mode, and then oper-
ate the turn signal lever to
select the desired departure
direction.
Steering wheel auto opera-
tion starts when the shift
position is changed accord-
ing to guidance provided by
the system.
A sound is issued and a display is shown to notify you when the
vehicle reaches a position from which you can take off.

Depending on the condition of the parking space, guidance to starting
points for moving forward and backing up, as well as the steering wheel
auto operation, are repeated any time multi-turn maneuvering is neces-
sary from the time the steering wheel auto operation begins in step
up until the vehicle reaches a position from which it can take off.

How to depart from a parallel parking position (exit parallel park-
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Using the exit parallel parking assist mode to depart

With the shift position in P, press the S-APGS switch and check
that the display on the multi-information display switches to “Exit
Parallel Parking”.

Operate the turn signal lever (



P. 257) to select whether you

would like to depart to the left or right.

If there are any obstacles in the direction the vehicle is departing in, the
system determines that it is not possible to depart, and assist control is
stopped.

When the shift position is changed to R (or D) according to the
advice display on the screen (



P. 378), a high-pitched beep is

emitted and assist control will start.

Step and onward is for cases in which the advice display shows “Shift
to [R]” after operating the turn signal lever to select a departure direc-
tion.

●

When the steering wheel auto operation starts, the steering
wheel auto operation display (



P. 378) and assistance level

indicator (



P. 378) will be shown in the display area.

●

To stop assist control, press the S-APGS switch.

Assume an ordinary posture for backing up, rest your hands
lightly on the steering wheel without applying any force, directly
confirm the safety of the area to the rear and around the vehicle
and slowly back up while adjusting your speed by depressing the
brake pedal.

●

When backing up too quickly, a sharp beeping sound is emit-
ted and assist control is stopped. (



P. 379)

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When a beep sounds once
and the stop display (



P. 378)

is shown on the display, stop
the vehicle.

Change the shift position to D.
Assume an ordinary driving posture, rest your hands lightly on
the steering wheel without applying any force, directly confirm
the safety of the area to the front and around the vehicle and
slowly proceed forward while adjusting your speed by depressing
the brake pedal.

●

When departure cannot be accomplished on the first try and
multi-turn maneuvering is necessary, proceed to step

.

●

When multi-turn maneuvering is not necessary, proceed to
step

(



P. 391).

When a beep sounds once
and the stop display (



P. 378)

is shown on the display, stop
the vehicle.

Change the shift position to R.

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Assume an ordinary posture for backing up, rest your hands
lightly on the steering wheel without applying any force, directly
confirm the safety of the area to the rear and around the vehicle
and slowly back up while adjusting your speed by depressing the
brake pedal.

Depending on the condition of the parking space, steps

to

may

need to be repeated.

When a beep sounds once
and the stop display (



P. 378)

is shown on the display, stop
the vehicle.

Change the shift position to D.
Assume an ordinary driving posture, rest your hands lightly on
the steering wheel without applying any force, directly confirm
the safety of the area to the front and around the vehicle and
slowly proceed forward while adjusting your speed by depressing
the brake pedal.

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When the vehicle has nearly
reached the take-off point, a
high-pitched beep is emitted
and assist control finishes.
From there, grasp the steer-
ing wheel and proceed for-
ward.

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Exit parallel parking assist mode

●

During assist control, if the driver determines that they are at a position
where take-off is possible and operates the steering wheel, assist control is
stopped at that position.

●

Assist control cannot be used if there are no parked vehicles ahead, or if the
gap between the front of your vehicle and the vehicle parked ahead is too
large.

●

When using the exit parallel parking assist mode, the assist mode may not
be able to operate depending on the surrounding environment.

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NOTICE

●

The detection range of the sensors (



P. 354) is limited. Directly confirm

the safety of your surroundings, and if there is a possibility of a contact
accident, stop the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal.

●

It may not be possible to detect objects that are low to the ground. Directly
confirm the safety of your surroundings and, if it seems the vehicle may
make contact with an obstacle, stop the vehicle by depressing the brake
pedal.

●

When departing for a position from which you can take off, directly confirm
the safety of your surroundings.

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Function summary

Stop so that the center of the target parking spot appears nearly
perpendicular to the vehicle. If the space is detectable, the forward
guidance function can be used. Furthermore, depending on the
parking space and other conditions, multi-turn maneuvering assist
control is also provided if necessary.

Stop so that the center of the
target parking spot appears
nearly perpendicular to the
vehicle. Then press the
S-APGS switch 2 times to
select back-in parking assist
mode.
Steering wheel auto opera-
tion starts when the vehicle
begins to move.
A sound is issued and a dis-
play is shown to notify you
when the vehicle reaches the
position to start backing up
from.

If the detected parking space or
road width (distance to the side
of the road across from the park-
ing space) is narrow, or if there
are obstacles in front of the vehi-
cle, guidance will not be issued.

Parking is complete

This completes the assist mode.
Depending on the condition of the parking space, guidance to starting
points for moving forward and backing up, as well as the steering wheel
auto operation, are repeated any time multi-turn maneuvering is neces-
sary following step from the time the vehicle begins backing up until
parking completes.

How to park next to other vehicles (back-in parking assist mode)

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Parking

Stop so that the center of the
target parking spot appears
nearly perpendicular to vehi-
cle. Then press the S-APGS
switch 2 times and check that
the display on the multi-infor-
mation display switches to
“Back-in Parking”.

●

Visually check the area in
the direction of the arrow
indicating the direction of
the steering wheel auto
operation and the target
parking spot on the dis-
play.

●

The mode switches each
time the S-APGS switch is
pressed. (



P. 377)

●

When the shift position is not in D or B, the screen will not
switch to the “Back-in Parking” display.

●

When the vehicle speed has been detected, the screen
switches to the “Parallel Parking” display. To switch the screen
to the “Back-in Parking” display, stop the vehicle completely
and press the S-APGS switch again.

●

The turn signal lever (



P. 257) can be operated to select

whether you would like to park to the left or right.

●

The system cannot be used when the parking space is narrow
or there is not a sufficient enough area for assist control to
operate. Please refer to the information shown on the multi-
information display to use a different parking space.

3.3 ft.

(1 m)

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Assume an ordinary driving
posture, rest your hands
lightly on the steering wheel
without applying any force,
directly confirm the safety of
the area to the front and
around the vehicle and
slowly proceed forward while
adjusting your speed by
depressing the brake pedal.
When this is done, a high-
pitched beep is emitted and
an indicator on the meter illu-
minates at the same time,
after which assist control will
start.

●

When the steering wheel auto operation starts, the steering
wheel auto operation display (



P. 378) and assistance level

indicator (



P. 378) will be shown in the display area.

●

To stop assist control, press the S-APGS switch.

●

When the vehicle speed is too high, a sharp beeping sound is
emitted and assist control is stopped. (



P. 379)

●

If the space turns out to be too narrow after assist control
starts, a sharp beeping sound is emitted and assist control is
stopped.

When a beep sounds once
and the stop display (



P. 378)

is shown on the display, stop
the vehicle.

Change the shift position to R.

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Assume an ordinary posture for backing up, rest your hands
lightly on the steering wheel without applying any force, directly
confirm the safety of the area to the rear and around the vehicle,
confirm that there are no obstacles in the parking space, and
slowly back up while adjusting your speed by depressing the
brake pedal.

●

When the vehicle cannot be cleanly entered within the target
parking spot on the first try and multi-turn maneuvering is nec-
essary, proceed to step

.

●

When multi-turn maneuvering is not necessary, proceed to
step

. (



P. 396)

When a beep sounds once
and the stop display (



P. 378)

is shown on the display, stop
the vehicle.

Change the shift position to D.

When you would like to end assist control at your current position,
change the shift position to P.

Assume an ordinary driving posture, rest your hands lightly on
the steering wheel without applying any force, directly confirm
the safety of the area to the front and around the vehicle and
slowly proceed forward while adjusting your speed by depressing
the brake pedal.
When a beep sounds once
and the stop display (



P. 378)

is shown on the display, stop
the vehicle.

Change the shift position to R.

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Assume an ordinary posture for backing up, rest your hands
lightly on the steering wheel without applying any force, directly
confirm the safety of the area to the rear and around the vehicle
slowly back up while adjusting your speed by depressing the
brake pedal.

Depending on the condition of the parking space, steps

to

may

need to be repeated.

When the vehicle is almost entirely within the target parking spot,
a high-pitched beep is emitted and the stop display is shown on
the display (



P. 378), stop the vehicle.

This completes the back-in parking assist mode.

●

For safety, the buzzer sounds slightly before the vehicle is
completely entered within the target parking spot. Further-
more, at that point, system operation will also finish. Firmly
hold the steering wheel and slowly back up while adjusting
your speed by depressing the brake pedal to reach the desired
parking spot.

●

Be sure to back up while checking the area to the front and
rear of the vehicle directly and by using the mirrors.

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Back-in parking assist mode operating conditions

●

In order to operate the function correctly, drive slowly (at a speed at which
the vehicle can be quickly stopped).

●

In order to operate the function correctly, drive slowly (at a speed at which
the vehicle can be quickly stopped). Come to a full stop so that the center of
the parking space is nearly perpendicular to the vehicle, and then operate
the S-APGS switch.

●

The function cannot be used when the vehicle speed is approximately
19 mph (30 km/h) or higher.

●

The front side sensors and rear side sensors are used to detect parked
vehicles and determine the parking spot. Therefore, when detection is not
possible (



P. 407), guidance is not issued.

●

If there are no parked vehicles, the parking spot cannot be determined.
Therefore, the back-in parking assist mode cannot be operated.

●

If unable to detect the environment surrounding the parking space, the
back-in parking assist mode may not be able to operate.

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Tips for using the back-in parking assist mode

●

Depending on the condition of the park-
ing space, if there is not enough space
in front of the vehicle required to perform
the parking operation, the target parking
spot may not be reachable.

Intended parking spot
Wall

●

Leave a gap of approximately 3.3 ft.
(1 m) from any parked vehicles and
approach the target parking spot. If the
gap between your vehicle and any
parked vehicles is too large, the front
side sensors and rear side sensors may
not be able to detect the parked vehi-
cles.

●

Stop so that the center of the target
parking spot is perpendicular to the vehi-
cle. Furthermore, only push the S-APGS
switch when the vehicle is at a complete
stop.

NOTICE

●

If the road surface has any dips or inclines, the target parking spot cannot
be correctly set. Therefore, the vehicle may be parked at an angle or may
deviate from the parking spot. In these cases, do not use the back-in park-
ing assist mode.

●

When parking in a narrow space, the vehicle will come close to adjacent
vehicles. If it seems the vehicle may make contact, stop the vehicle by
depressing the brake pedal.

●

It may not be possible to detect objects that are low to the ground. Directly
confirm the safety of your surroundings and, if it seems the vehicle may
make contact with an obstacle, stop the vehicle by depressing the brake
pedal.

●

Depending on the surrounding environment, such as other parked vehi-
cles, the vehicle may be parked at an angle or may deviate from the park-
ing spot. Manually adjust vehicle alignment as necessary.

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When the Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System cannot be
operated, or when operation is stopped, canceled, etc., the one of the
following message is displayed on the multi-information display. Take
appropriate action according to the display.

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When it is not possible to operate

Multi-information display messages

Message

Situation/Handling method

The system may be malfunctioning.



Turn the power switch off and then start the
hybrid system.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer if the message is displayed again.

There may be a system failure.

Power steering equipment is temporarily overheat-
ing.



Turn the power switch off, wait for a little
while, and then start the hybrid system again.

The hybrid system is not operating.



Start the hybrid system.

Ice, snow, dirt, etc., has adhered to the sensor.



Remove any ice, snow, dirt, etc.

The sensor is frozen.



Once the sensor thaws, the system will return
to normal.

The 12-volt battery has been removed and rein-
stalled.



Drive the vehicle straight ahead for 5 seconds
or more at a speed of approximately 22 mph
(35 km/h) or higher.

The S-APGS switch is operated when the vehicle
speed exceeds 19 mph (30 km/h).



Operate the switch when the vehicle speed is
approximately 19 mph (30 km/h) or less.

Assist control is started while the steering wheel is
held.



Rest your hands on the steering wheel with-
out applying any force. Assist control will
start.

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The vehicle is moved and assist control is started
while the steering wheel is held.



Stop the vehicle and follow the guidance pro-
vided by the system to start assist control.

The S-APGS switch is operated when there is not
enough space to the front and rear of the vehicle
when departing from a parallel parking spot.



The vehicle cannot depart using assist con-
trol as there is not enough space to the front
and rear of the vehicle. Confirm the safety of
your surroundings before departing.

The S-APGS switch is operated in an area where
there are no obstacles to the front of the vehicle, or
there are obstacles to the sides and the vehicle can-
not depart from the parallel parking spot.



Assist control cannot be used for departure,
as there are obstacles to the sides of the vehi-
cle or departure can easily be performed man-
ually. Confirm the safety of your surroundings
before departing.

The S-APGS switch is operated in an area with no
parking spaces, or operated in an area where the
road width for parking is narrow.



Assist control cannot be used, as there is no
parking space. Proceed to a parking space
which width is approximately 8.5 ft. (2.6 m) or
larger.



Assist control cannot be used, as the road
width is narrow. Proceed to a parking space
where the road width is approximately 15 ft.
(4.5 m) or larger.

The S-APGS switch is operated at a space that is
too narrow for the vehicle to park in.



Assist control cannot be used, as there is no
parking space. Proceed to a parking space
that is approximately 8.5 ft. (2.6 m) or larger.

Message

Situation/Handling method