Toyota Avalon Hybrid (2021 year). Manual in english — part 4

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: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noise, shift the shift lever to D for

normal driving.

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: By selecting shift ranges using S mode, you can control accelerating force

and engine braking force.

Shift position purpose

Shift position

Objective or function

P

Parking the vehicle/starting the hybrid system

R

Reversing

N

Neutral

D

Normal driving

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S

S mode driving

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P. 207)

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P. 321

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

Upshifting
Downshifting

The initial shift range in S mode is set automatically to S5 or S4
according to vehicle speed.

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Shift ranges and their functions

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You can choose from 6 levels of accelerating force and engine
braking force.

●

A lower shift range will provide greater accelerating force and
engine braking force than a higher shift range, and the engine
revolutions will also increase.

●

If you accelerate while in ranges 1 to 4, the shift range may auto-
matically increase in accordance with the vehicle speed.

Selecting the driving mode

Changing shift ranges in S mode



Shift lever



Paddle shift switches (if
equipped)

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

Upshifting
Downshifting

The selected shift range, from D1
to D6 will be displayed on the
multi-information display.

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When the “-” paddle shift switch is operated with the shift lever in the D
position (vehicles with paddle shift switches)

The shift range is downshifted to a range that enables engine braking force
that is suitable to driving conditions.

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Automatic deactivation of shift range selection in the D position

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

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

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When the vehicle comes to a stop

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

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

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S mode

●

When the shift range is S4 or lower, holding the shift lever toward “+” sets
the shift range to S6.

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

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Downshift restriction warning buzzer (S mode or paddle shifting)

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

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

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

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

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

●

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

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P. 321)

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Restraining sudden start (Drive-start Control)

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P. 184

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Shift lock system

The shift lock system is a system to prevent accidental operation of the shift
lever in starting.
The shift lever can be shifted from P only when the power switch is in the ON
mode, the brake pedal is depressed and the shift release button is pushed.

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If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P

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

Set the parking brake.
Turn the power switch off.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flathead screw-
driver or equivalent tool.
To prevent damage to the cover, cover
the tip of the screwdriver with a rag.

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

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

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

WARNING

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When driving on slippery road surfaces

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

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To prevent an accident when releasing the shift lock

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

NOTICE

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Hybrid battery (traction battery) charge precaution

If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be
charged even when the engine is running. Therefore, if the vehicle is left
with the shift lever in N for a long period of time, the hybrid battery (traction
battery) will discharge, and this may result in the vehicle not being able to
start.

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

The right hand signals will flash 3
times.

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

The left hand signals will flash 3
times.

Left turn

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Turn signals can be operated when

The power switch is in ON mode.

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If the indicator flashes faster than usual

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

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

Operate the lever again.

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To discontinue flashing of the turn signals during a lane change

Operate the lever in the opposite direction.

Turn signal lever

Operating instructions

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

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P. 213)

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

• When the shift lever is moved

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

• When the shift lever is moved

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

Operate the shift lever with the
brake pedal depressed.

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

Operate the parking brake switch while depressing the brake pedal.

Parking brake

A mode can be selected from the following modes.

Automatic mode

Parking
brake light

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The parking brake can be set and released manually.

Sets the parking brake

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

Releases the parking brake

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

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

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P. 456)

Manual mode

Parking
brake light

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Parking the vehicle

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P. 182

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Parking brake operation

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

●

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

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Automatic release function

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

●

The driver’s door is closed.

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The driver’s seat belt is fastened.

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

●

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Parking brake operation sound

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

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Parking brake indicator light and parking brake light

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

●

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

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Parking brake engaged warning buzzer

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

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Warning messages and buzzers

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

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If the brake system warning light comes on

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P. 455

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Usage in winter time

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P. 333

WARNING

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When parking the vehicle

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

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Parking brake switch

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

NOTICE

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When parking the vehicle

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

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When the system malfunctions

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

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When the parking brake cannot be released due to a malfunction

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

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Turns the brake hold system on

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

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: Brake hold standby indicator

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: Brake hold operated indicator

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Brake hold system operating conditions

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

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The driver’s door is not closed.

●

The driver is not wearing the seat belt.

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

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Brake hold function

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

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

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

Brake Hold

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

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

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

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

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Operate the parking brake switch with the brake pedal depressed.

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

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P. 212)

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When an inspection at your Toyota dealer is necessary

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

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Warning messages and buzzers

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

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If the brake hold operated indicator flashes

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P. 457

WARNING

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When the vehicle is on a steep incline

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

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When stopped on a slippery road

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

NOTICE

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When parking the vehicle

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

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Operating the

switch turns on the lights as follows:

The headlights, day-
time running lights

(

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P.

219) and all the lights
listed below turn on and
off automatically.
(When

the

power

switch is in ON mode)
The side marker, park-
ing, tail, license plate,
instrument panel lights,
and daytime running
lights (

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P. 219) turn

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

(

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P. 219)

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

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

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

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

Headlight switch

The headlights can be operated manually or automatically.

Operating instructions

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Turning on the high beam headlights

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When the steering wheel or turn signal lever is operated while the
headlights are on (low beam), a cornering light will turn on and light
up the direction of movement of the vehicle. The cornering lights
are designed to ensure excellent visibility when making a turn at an
intersection.

However, when vehicle speed is approximately 93 mph (150 km/h) or
higher, the cornering lights will not turn on.

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When the shift position is in R while the headlights are on (low
beam), both cornering lights will turn on. This is designed to
enhance visibility when parking.

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Daytime running light system

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

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

or

*

position

*

: When the surroundings are bright

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

●

Daytime running lights can be turned off by operating the switch.

●

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

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Cornering lights (if equipped)

When the cornering lights are on for more than 30 minutes, they will turn off
automatically.

Cornering lights (if equipped)

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Headlight control sensor

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Automatic light off system

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

on

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

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

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

or

.

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

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Light reminder buzzer (except when the light switch is in

)

A buzzer sounds when the power switch is turned off or turned to ACCES-
SORY mode and the driver's door is opened while the lights are turned on.

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Windshield wiper linked headlight illumination

When driving during daytime with the headlight switch turned to

, if the

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

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

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12-volt battery-saving function

In the following conditions, the remaining lights will go off automatically after
20 minutes in order to prevent the 12-volt battery from being discharged:

●

The headlights and/or tail lights are on.

●

The power switch is in ACCESSORY mode or turned off.

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

●

When the power switch is turned to ON mode.

●

When the light switch is operated.

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When a door or the trunk is opened or closed.

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Welcome lighting

If the headlight switch is turned to

and the surrounding area is dark,

unlocking the doors using the smart key system or wireless remote control
will turn the parking lights and tail lights on automatically.

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Customization

Some functions can be customized. (

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P. 526)

NOTICE

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To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is
off.

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Push the lever away from you
with the headlight switch in the

or

position.

Press the Automatic High
Beam switch.

The Automatic High Beam indica-
tor will come on when the system
is operating.

Automatic High Beam

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

WARNING

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Limitations of the Automatic High Beam

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

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To prevent incorrect operation of the Automatic High Beam system

Do not overload the vehicle.

Activating the Automatic High Beam

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Switching to the low beams

Pull the lever to its original posi-
tion.

The Automatic High Beam indi-
cator will turn off.
Push the lever away from you to
activate the Automatic High
Beam system again.

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Switching to the high beams

Press the Automatic High
Beam switch.

The Automatic High Beam indi-
cator will turn off and the high
beam indicator will turn on.
Press the switch to activate the
Automatic High Beam system
again.

Turning the high beams on/off manually

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Conditions to turn the high beams on/off automatically

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

●

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

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Camera sensor detection information

●

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

dividers or roadside trees

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

ahead

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

etc.)

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

●

The high beams may turn on or off unexpectedly.

●

Bicycles or similar vehicles may not be detected.

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

etc.)

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

lights or fog lights

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

changing color, or not aimed properly

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

cle

• When driving through an area of intermittently changing brightness and

darkness

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

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

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

road

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

sign or mirror

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

tainer on a truck

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

properly

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

etc.

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

beams repeatedly in an abnormal manner

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

pedestrians or other drivers

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Temporarily lowering sensor sensitivity

The sensitivity of the sensor can be temporarily lowered.

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

.

• The headlight switch lever is in high beam position.
Turn the power switch to the ON mode.
Within 5 seconds after

, repeat pulling the headlight switch lever to the

original position then pushing it to the high beam position quickly 9 times,
then leave the lever in high beam position.

Automatic High Beam (headlights) may turn on even when the vehicle is
stopped.

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Operating the

lever operates the wipers or washer as follows:

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

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

Wiper intervals can be adjusted when intermittent operation is
selected.

Increases the intermittent wind-
shield wiper frequency
Decreases

the

intermittent

windshield wiper frequency

Windshield wipers and washer

Operating the wiper lever

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Washer/wiper dual oper-
ation

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

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The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when

The power switch is in ON mode.

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If no windshield washer fluid sprays

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

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When stopping the hybrid system in an emergency while driving

If the windshield wipers are operating when the hybrid system is stopped, the
windshield wipers will operate in high speed operation. After the vehicle is
stopped, operation will return to normal when the power switch is turned to
ON mode, or operation will stop when the driver’s door is opened.

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WARNING

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Caution regarding the use of washer fluid

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

NOTICE

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When the windshield is dry

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

■

When the washer fluid tank is empty

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

■

When a nozzle becomes blocked

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

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

■

Raising the wipers to the service position

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

position and hold

it for approximately 2 seconds
or more.

The wipers will move to the ser-
vice position.

■

Lifting the windshield wipers

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

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

Hook portion

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Lowering the windshield wipers to the retracted position

With the windshield wipers placed on the windshield, turn the power switch to
ON mode and then move the wiper lever to an operating position. When the
wiper switch is turned off, the windshield wipers will stop at the retracted posi-
tion.

NOTICE

■

When lifting the windshield wipers

●

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

●

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

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●

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

●

Confirm the type of fuel. (



P. 510)

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Fuel types



P. 504, 510

■

Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline

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

■

If the malfunction indicator lamp illuminates

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

Opening the fuel tank cap

The fuel tank of your vehicle has a special structure, which
requires a reduction in fuel tank pressure before refueling. After
the opener switch has been pressed, it will take several seconds
until the vehicle is ready for refueling.

Before refueling the vehicle

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WARNING

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When refueling the vehicle

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

■

When refueling

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

●

Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck.

●

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

●

Do not top off the fuel tank.

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NOTICE

■

Refueling

●

Finish refueling within 30 minutes. If more than 30 minutes passes, the
internal valve closes. In this condition, fuel may overflow during the refuel-
ing process.
Press the fuel filler door opener switch again.

●

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

●

When refueling your vehicle, make sure
that the fuel filler door lock is not
pushed by the fuel nozzle boot, etc., as
this may cause a valve to close, possi-
bly resulting in a fuel spill.
If the fuel filler door lock has been
pushed, operate the fuel filler door
opener switch in the vehicle before con-
tinuing to refuel.

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Press the opener to open the
fuel filler door.
The fuel filler door will open
within about 10 seconds of the
switch being pressed.
Before refueling is possible, a
message will be shown on the
multi-information display in the
instrument cluster to indicate
the progress of the fuel filler
door opener.
Turn the fuel tank cap slowly to
remove it and hang it on the
back of the fuel filler door.

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

Opening the fuel tank cap

1

2

Closing the fuel tank cap

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If the fuel filler door cannot be opened

●

Remove the cover inside the trunk and
pull the lever.

●

Using the lever to open the fuel filler
door may not allow for an adequate
reduction in fuel tank pressure before
refueling. To prevent fuel from spilling
out, turn the cap slowly when removing
it.
During refueling, fuel may spill out from
the filler opening due to air being dis-
charged from inside the fuel tank. There-
fore, fill the fuel tank carefully and slowly.

WARNING

■

When replacing the fuel tank cap

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

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PCS (Pre-Collision System)



P. 242

◆

LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)



P. 252

◆

AHB (Automatic High Beam)



P. 222

◆

Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range



P. 263

Toyota Safety Sense P

The Toyota Safety Sense P consists of the following drive assist
systems and contributes to a safe and comfortable driving expe-
rience:

Driving assist system

WARNING

■

Toyota Safety Sense P

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

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

Radar sensor
Front camera

Sensors

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2

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WARNING

■

To avoid malfunction of the radar sensor

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

●

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

●

Do not attach accessories, stickers (including transparent stickers) or
other items to the radar sensor, radar sensor cover or surrounding area.

●

Do not subject the radar sensor or its surrounding area to a strong impact.
If the radar sensor, front grille, or front bumper has been subjected to a
strong impact, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

●

Do not disassemble the radar sensor.

●

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

●

In the following cases, the radar sensor must be recalibrated. Contact your
Toyota dealer for details.
• When the radar sensor or front grille are removed and installed, or

replaced

• When the front bumper is replaced

Radar sensor
Radar sensor cover

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

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2

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WARNING

■

To avoid malfunction of the front camera

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

●

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

snow, etc., clean the windshield.

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

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

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

dirty, contact your Toyota dealer.

●

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



P. 343)

●

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

●

Do not attach window tint to the windshield.

●

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

●

Do not allow liquids to contact the front camera.

●

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

●

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

●

Do not attach objects, such as stickers,
transparent stickers, etc., to the outer
side of the windshield in front of the
front camera (shaded area in the illus-
tration).
A: From the top of the windshield to
approximately 0.4 in. (1 cm) below the
bottom of the front camera
B: Approximately 7.9 in. (20 cm)
(Approximately 4.0 in. [10 cm] to the
right and left from the center of the front
camera)

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WARNING

●

Do not subject the front camera to a strong impact.

●

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

●

Do not disassemble the front camera.

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

Do not modify the headlights or other lights.

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Certification

■

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

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

●

In the following situations, perform the actions specified in the table. When
the normal operating conditions are detected, the message will disappear
and the system will become operational.

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If the message does not disappear, contact your Toyota dealer.

●

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

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

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

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

Situation

Actions

When the area around a sensor
is covered with dirt, moisture
(fogged up, covered with con-
densation, ice, etc.), or other
foreign matter

To clean the part of the windshield in front
of the front camera, use the windshield
wipers or the windshield defogger of the
air conditioning system (



P. 343).

When the temperature around
the front camera is outside of
the operational range, such as
when the vehicle is in the sun or
in an extremely cold environ-
ment

If the front camera is hot, such as after
the vehicle had been parked in the sun,
use the air conditioning system to
decrease the temperature around the
front camera.

If a sunshade was used when the vehi-
cle was parked, depending on its type,
the sunlight reflected from the surface
of the sunshade may cause the tem-
perature of the front camera to become
excessively high.

If the front camera is cold, such after the
vehicle is parked in an extremely cold
environment, use the air conditioning
system to increase the temperature
around the front camera.

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

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

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Pre-collision warning

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

◆

Pre-collision brake assist

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

◆

Pre-collision braking

When the system determines that the possibility of a frontal colli-
sion is high, the system warns the driver. If the system determines
that the possibility of a frontal collision is extremely high, the brakes
are automatically applied to help avoid the collision or reduce the
collision speed.

PCS (Pre-Collision System)

The pre-collision system uses a radar sensor and front camera
to detect vehicles and pedestrians in front of your vehicle. When
the system determines that the possibility of a frontal collision
with a vehicle or pedestrian is high, a warning operates to urge
the driver to take evasive action and the potential brake pres-
sure is increased to help the driver avoid the collision. If the sys-
tem determines that the possibility of a frontal collision with a
vehicle or pedestrian is extremely high, the brakes are automati-
cally applied to help avoid the collision or help reduce the
impact of the collision.

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



P. 245)

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Limitations of the pre-collision system

●

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

●

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

sibility of a collision:



P. 247

• Conditions under which the system may not operate properly:



P. 249

●

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

■

Pre-collision braking

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

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WARNING

■

When to disable the pre-collision system

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

●

When the vehicle is being towed

●

When your vehicle is towing another vehicle

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

When the tires are not properly inflated

●

When the tires are very worn

●

When tires of a size other than specified are installed

●

When tire chains are installed

●

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

●

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

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Enabling/disabling the pre-collision system

The pre-collision system can be enabled/disabled on

(



P. 111)

of the multi-information display.

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

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

■

Changing the pre-collision warning timing

The pre-collision warning timing can be changed on

(



P. 111)

of the multi-information display.

The operation timing setting is retained when the power switch is turned
off.

Far

The warning will begin to oper-
ate earlier than with the default
timing.

Middle

This is the default setting.

Near

The warning will begin to oper-
ate later than with the default
timing.

Changing settings of the pre-collision system

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2

3

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Operational conditions

The pre-collision system is enabled and the system determines that the pos-
sibility of a frontal collision with a vehicle or pedestrian is high.
Each function is operational at the following speeds:

●

Pre-collision warning:
• Vehicle speed is between approximately 7 and 110 mph (10 and 180

km/h). (For detecting a pedestrian, vehicle speed is between approxi-
mately 7 and 50 mph [10 and 80 km/h].)

• The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian

ahead is approximately 7 mph (10 km/h) or more.

●

Pre-collision brake assist:
• Vehicle speed is between approximately 20 and 110 mph (30 and 180

km/h). (For detecting a pedestrian, vehicle speed is between approxi-
mately 20 and 50 mph [30 and 80 km/h].)

• The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian

ahead is approximately 20 mph (30 km/h) or more.

●

Pre-collision braking:
• Vehicle speed is between approximately 7 and 110 mph (10 and 180

km/h). (For detecting a pedestrian, vehicle speed is between approxi-
mately 7 and 50 mph [10 and 80 km/h].)

• The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian

ahead is approximately 7 mph (10 km/h) or more.

The system may not operate in the following situations:

●

If a 12-volt battery terminal has been disconnected and reconnected and
then the vehicle has not been driven for a certain amount of time

●

If the shift lever is in R

●

If VSC is disabled (only the pre-collision warning function will be opera-
tional)

■

Pedestrian detection function

■

Cancelation of the pre-collision braking

If either of the following occur while the pre-collision braking function is oper-
ating, it will be canceled:

●

The accelerator pedal is depressed strongly.

●

The steering wheel is turned sharply or abruptly.

The pre-collision system detects pedestri-
ans based on the size, profile, and motion
of a detected object. However, a pedes-
trian may not be detected depending on
the surrounding brightness and the
motion, posture, and angle of the
detected object, preventing the system
from operating properly. (



P. 251)

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

●

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

• When rapidly closing on a vehicle ahead
• If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered, such as when the road sur-

face is uneven or undulating

• When approaching objects on the roadside, such as guardrails, utility

poles, trees, or walls

• When driving on a narrow path surrounded by a structure, such as in a

tunnel or on an iron bridge

• When overtaking a preceding vehicle

that is making a left/right turn

• When passing a vehicle in an oncom-

ing lane that is stopped to make a
right/left turn

• When driving on a road where relative

location to vehicle ahead in an adja-
cent lane may change, such as on a
winding road

• When there is a vehicle, pedestrian,

or object by the roadside at the
entrance of a curve

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

protrusion on the road surface or roadside

• When rapidly closing on an electric toll gate barrier, parking area barrier,

or other barrier that opens and closes

• When using an automatic car wash

• When the vehicle is hit by water, snow, dust, etc. from a vehicle ahead
• When driving through steam or smoke
• When there are patterns or paint on the road or a wall that may be mis-

taken for a vehicle or pedestrian

• When driving near an object that reflects radio waves, such as a large

truck or guardrail

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

or other location where strong radio waves or electrical noise may be
present

• When

a

crossing

pedestrian

approaches very close to the vehicle

• When passing through a place with a

low structure above the road (low ceil-
ing, traffic sign, etc.)

• When passing under an object (bill-

board, etc.) at the top of an uphill road

• When driving through or under

objects that may contact the vehicle,
such as thick grass, tree branches, or
a banner

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Situations in which the system may not operate properly

●

In some situations such as the following, a vehicle may not be detected by
the radar sensor and front camera, preventing the system from operating
properly:
• If an oncoming vehicle is approaching your vehicle
• If a vehicle ahead is a motorcycle or bicycle
• When approaching the side or front of a vehicle
• If a preceding vehicle has a small rear end, such as an unloaded truck

• If a vehicle ahead is carrying a load which protrudes past its rear bumper

• If a vehicle ahead is irregularly shaped, such as a tractor or side car
• If the sun or other light is shining directly on a vehicle ahead
• If a vehicle cuts in front of your vehicle or emerges from beside a vehicle
• If a vehicle ahead makes an abrupt maneuver (such as sudden swerving,

acceleration or deceleration)

• When suddenly cutting behind a preceding vehicle

• When driving in inclement weather such as heavy rain, fog, snow or a

sandstorm

• When the vehicle is hit by water, snow, dust, etc. from a vehicle ahead
• When driving through steam or smoke
• When driving in a place where the surrounding brightness changes sud-

denly, such as at the entrance or exit of a tunnel

• If a preceding vehicle has a low rear

end, such as a low bed trailer

• If a vehicle ahead has extremely high

ground clearance

• When a vehicle ahead is not directly

in front of your vehicle

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• When a very bright light, such as the sun or the headlights of oncoming

traffic, shines directly into the front camera

• When the surrounding area is dim, such as at dawn or dusk, or while at

night or in a tunnel

• After the hybrid system has started the vehicle has not been driven for a

certain amount of time

• While making a left/right turn and for a few seconds after making a left/

right turn

• While driving on a curve and for a few seconds after driving on a curve
• If your vehicle is skidding

• If the wheels are misaligned
• If a wiper blade is blocking the front camera
• The vehicle is wobbling.
• The vehicle is being driven at extremely high speeds.
• When driving on a hill
• If the radar sensor or front camera is misaligned

●

In some situations such as the following, sufficient braking force may not be
obtained, preventing the system from performing properly:
• If the braking functions cannot operate to their full extent, such as when

the brake parts are extremely cold, extremely hot, or wet

• If the vehicle is not properly maintained (brakes or tires are excessively

worn, improper tire inflation pressure, etc.)

• When the vehicle is being driven on a gravel road or other slippery sur-

face

• If the front of the vehicle is raised or

lowered

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●

Some pedestrians such as the following may not be detected by the radar
sensor and front camera, preventing the system from operating properly:
• Pedestrians shorter than approximately 3.2 ft. (1 m) or taller than approx-

imately 6.5 ft. (2 m)

• Pedestrians wearing oversized clothing (a rain coat, long skirt, etc.), mak-

ing their silhouette obscure

• Pedestrians who are carrying large baggage, holding an umbrella, etc.,

hiding part of their body

• Pedestrians who are bending forward or squatting
• Pedestrians who are pushing a stroller, wheelchair, bicycle or other vehi-

cle

• Groups of pedestrians which are close together
• Pedestrians who are wearing white and look extremely bright
• Pedestrians in the dark, such as at night or while in a tunnel
• Pedestrians whose clothing appears to be nearly the same color or

brightness as their surroundings

• Pedestrians near walls, fences, guardrails, or large objects
• Pedestrians who are on a metal object (manhole cover, steel plate, etc.)

on the road

• Pedestrians who are walking fast
• Pedestrians who are changing speed abruptly
• Pedestrians running out from behind a vehicle or a large object
• Pedestrians who are extremely close to the side of the vehicle (outside

rear view mirror, etc.)

■

If VSC is disabled

●

If VSC is disabled (



P. 324), the pre-collision brake assist and pre-collision

braking functions are also disabled.

●

The PCS warning light will turn on and “VSC Turned Off Pre-Collision Brake
System Unavailable” will be displayed on the multi-information display.

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When driving on highways and freeways with white (yellow) lines, this
function alerts the driver when the vehicle might depart from its lane
and provides assistance by operating the steering wheel to keep the
vehicle in its lane.
The LDA system recognizes visi-
ble white (yellow) lines with the
camera sensor on the upper por-
tion of the windshield.

LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering

control)

Summary of functions

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Lane departure alert function

When the system determines
that the vehicle might depart
from its lane, a warning is dis-
played on the multi-information
display and the warning buzzer
sounds to alert the driver.

When the warning buzzer
sounds, check the surrounding
road situation and carefully
operate the steering wheel to
move the vehicle back to the
center of the lane.

Functions included in LDA system

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Steering control function

When the system determines
that the vehicle might depart
from its lane, the system pro-
vides assistance as necessary
by operating the steering wheel
in small amounts for a short
period of time to keep the vehi-
cle in its lane.

If the system detects that the
steering wheel has not been
operated for a fixed amount of
time or the steering wheel is not
being firmly gripped, a warning
is displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display and the function
is temporarily canceled.

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Vehicle sway warning function

When the vehicle is swaying or
appears as if it may depart from
its lane multiple times, the
warning buzzer sounds and a
message is displayed on the
multi-information display to alert
the driver.

WARNING

■

Before using LDA system

Do not rely solely upon the LDA system. The LDA system does not auto-
matically drive the vehicle or reduce the amount of attention that must be
paid to the area in front of the vehicle. The driver must always assume full
responsibility for driving safely by paying careful attention to the surround-
ing conditions and operating the steering wheel to correct the path of the
vehicle. Also, the driver must take adequate breaks when fatigued, such as
from driving for a long period of time.
Failure to perform appropriate driving operations and pay careful attention
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

■

To avoid operating LDA system by mistake

When not using the LDA system, use the LDA switch to turn the system off.

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WARNING

■

Situations unsuitable for LDA system

Do not use the LDA system in the following situations.
The system may not operate properly and lead to an accident, resulting in
death or serious injury.

●

A spare tire, tire chains, etc. are equipped.

●

When the tires have been excessively worn, or when the tire inflation pres-
sure is low.

●

Tires which differ by structure, manufacturer, brand or tread pattern are
used.

●

Objects or patterns that could be mistaken for white (yellow) lines are
present on the side of the road (guardrails, curbs, reflective poles, etc.).

●

Vehicle is driven on a snow-covered road.

●

White (yellow) lines are difficult to see due to rain, snow, fog, dust, etc.

●

Asphalt repair marks, white (yellow) line marks, etc. are present due to
road repair.

●

Vehicle is driven in a temporary lane or restricted lane due to construction
work.

●

Vehicle is driven on a road surface which is slippery due to rainy weather,
fallen snow, freezing, etc.

●

Vehicle is driven in traffic lanes other than on highways and freeways.

●

Vehicle is driven in a construction zone.

■

Preventing LDA system malfunctions and operations performed by
mistake

●

Do not modify the headlights or place stickers, etc. on the surface of the
lights.

●

Do not modify the suspension etc. If the suspension etc. needs to be
replaced, contact your Toyota dealer.

●

Do not install or place anything on the hood or grille. Also, do not install a
grille guard (bull bars, kangaroo bar, etc.).

●

If your windshield needs repairs, contact your Toyota dealer.

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Press the LDA switch to turn the
LDA system on.

The LDA indicator illuminates and
a message is displayed on the
multi-information display.
Press the LDA switch again to turn
the LDA system off.
When the LDA system is turned on
or off, operation of the LDA system
continues in the same condition
the next time the hybrid system is
started.

Turning LDA system on

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The illustration used is intended as an example, and may differ from
the image that is actually displayed on the multi-information display.

LDA indicator
The illumination condition of the
indicator informs the driver of
the system operation status.

Illuminated in white:
LDA system is operating.
Illuminated in green:
Steering wheel assistance of the
steering control function is operat-
ing.
Flashing in amber:
Lane departure alert function is
operating.

Operation display of steering wheel operation support
Indicates that steering wheel assistance of the steering control
function is operating.
Lane departure alert function display
Displayed when the multi-information display is switched to the
driving assist system information screen.

Indications on multi-information display

1

2

3



Inside of displayed white lines
is white



Inside of displayed white lines
is black

Indicates that the system is recog-
nizing white (yellow) lines. When
the vehicle departs from its lane,
the white line displayed on the
side the vehicle departs from
flashes yellow.

Indicates that the system is not
able to recognize white (yellow)
lines or is temporarily canceled.

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Operation conditions of each function

●

Lane departure alert function
This function operates when all of the following conditions are met.
• LDA is turned on.
• Vehicle speed is approximately 32 mph (50 km/h) or more.
• System recognizes white (yellow) lines.
• Width of traffic lane is approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) or more.
• Turn signal lever is not operated.
• Vehicle is driven on a straight road or around a gentle curve with a radius

of more than approximately 492 ft. (150 m).

• No system malfunctions are detected. (



P. 262)

●

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

of the multi-information display is set to

“On”. (



P. 111)

• Vehicle is not accelerated or decelerated by a certain amount or more.
• Steering wheel is not operated with a steering force level suitable for

changing lanes.

• ABS, VSC, TRAC and PCS are not operating.
• TRAC or VSC is not turned off.
• Hands off steering wheel warning is not displayed. (



P. 260)

●

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

of the multi-information display is set to

“On”. (



P. 111)

• Vehicle speed is approximately 32 mph (50 km/h) or more.
• Width of traffic lane is approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) or more.
• No system malfunctions are detected. (



P. 262)

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Temporary cancellation of functions

When the operation conditions are no longer met, a function may be tempo-
rarily canceled. However, when the operation conditions are met again, oper-
ation of the function is automatically restored. (



P. 259)

■

Steering control function

Depending on the vehicle speed, lane departure situation, road conditions,
etc., the driver may not feel the function is operating or the function may not
operate at all.

■

Lane departure alert function

The warning buzzer may be difficult to hear due to external noise, audio play-
back, etc.

■

Hands off steering wheel warning

If the driver continues to keep their hands off of the steering wheel, a warning
message and the symbol shown in the illustration are displayed on the multi-
information display, and the function is temporarily canceled.
This warning also operates in the same way when the driver continuously
operates the steering wheel only a small amount. Always keep your hands on
the steering wheel when using this system, regardless of warnings.
Depending on the vehicle and road conditions, the warning may not operate.

■

Vehicle sway warning function

Depending on the vehicle and road conditions, the warning may not operate.

■

White (yellow) lines are only on one side of road

The LDA system will not operate for the side on which white (yellow) lines
could not be recognized.

When the system determines that the
driver has removed their hands from the
steering wheel while the steering control
function is operating, a warning message
urging the driver to hold the steering
wheel and the symbol shown in the illus-
tration are displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display.

When the system determines that the
vehicle is swaying while the vehicle sway
warning function is operating, a buzzer
sounds and a warning message urging
the driver to rest and the symbol shown
in the illustration are simultaneously dis-
played on the multi-information display.

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Conditions in which functions may not operate properly

In the following situations, the camera sensor may not detect white (yellow)
lines and various functions may not operate normally.

●

There are shadows on the road that run parallel with, or cover, the white
(yellow) lines.

●

The vehicle is driven in an area without white (yellow) lines, such as in front
of a tollgate or checkpoint, or at an intersection, etc.

●

The white (yellow) lines are cracked, “Botts’ dots”, “Raised pavement
marker” or stones are present.

●

The white (yellow) lines cannot be seen or are difficult to see due to sand,
etc.

●

The vehicle is driven on a road surface that is wet due to rain, puddles, etc.

●

The traffic lines are yellow (which may be more difficult to recognize than
lines that are white).

●

The white (yellow) lines cross over a curb, etc.

●

The vehicle is driven on a bright surface, such as concrete.

●

The vehicle is driven on a surface that is bright due to reflected light, etc.

●

The vehicle is driven in an area where the brightness changes suddenly,
such as at the entrances and exits of tunnels, etc.

●

Light from the headlights of an oncoming vehicle, the sun, etc. enters the
camera.

●

The vehicle is driven where the road diverges, merges, etc.

●

The vehicle is driven on a slope.

●

The vehicle is driven on a road which tilts left or right, or a winding road.

●

The vehicle is driven on an unpaved or rough road.

●

The vehicle is driven around a sharp curve.

●

The traffic lane is excessively narrow or wide.

●

The vehicle is extremely tilted due to carrying heavy luggage or having
improper tire pressure.

●

The distance to the preceding vehicle is extremely short.

●

The vehicle is moving up and down a large amount due to road conditions
during driving (poor roads or road seams).

●

The headlight lenses are dirty and emit a faint amount of light at night, or the
beam axis has deviated.

●

The vehicle is struck by a crosswind.

●

The vehicle has just changed lanes or crossed an intersection.

●

Snow tires, etc. are equipped.

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Warning message

If the following warning message is displayed on the multi-information display
and the LDA indicator illuminates in amber, follow the appropriate trouble-
shooting procedure.

If a different warning message is displayed, follow the instructions displayed
on the screen. (



P. 469)

■

Customization

Some functions can be customized. (



P. 111)

Warning message

Details/Actions

“LDA Malfunction

Visit Your Dealer”

The system may not be operating
properly.



Have the vehicle inspected at your
Toyota dealer.

“Front Camera Unavailable”

The operation conditions of the cam-
era sensor (temperature, etc.) are not
met.



When the operation conditions of
the camera sensor (temperature,
etc.) are met, the LDA system will
become available. Turn the LDA
system off, wait for a little while,
and then turn the LDA system back
on.

“LDA Unavailable”

The LDA system is temporarily can-
celed due to a malfunction in a sensor
other than the camera sensor.



Turn the LDA system off and follow
the appropriate troubleshooting
procedures for the warning mes-
sage. Afterward, drive the vehicle
for a short time, and then turn the
LDA system back on.

“LDA Unavailable Below

Approx. 32MPH”

The LDA system cannot be used as
the vehicle speed is less than approxi-
mately 32 mph (50 km/h).



Drive the vehicle at approximately
32 mph (50 km/h) or more.

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In vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the vehicle automatically
accelerates, decelerates and stops to match the speed changes of the
preceding vehicle even if the accelerator pedal is not depressed. In
constant speed control mode, the vehicle runs at a fixed speed.
Use the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range on free-
ways and highways.

●

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode (



P. 266)

●

Constant speed control mode (



P. 272)

■

Meter display

Display
Set speed
Indicators

■

Operation switches

Vehicle-to-vehicle

distance

switch
“+ RES” switch
Cruise control main switch
Cancel switch
“- SET” switch

Dynamic radar cruise control with full-

speed range

Summary of functions

1
2
3

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2
3
4
5

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WARNING

■

Before using dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range

●

Driving safely is the sole responsibility of the driver. Do not rely solely on
the system, and drive safely by always paying careful attention to your sur-
roundings.

●

The dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range provides driving
assistance to reduce the driver's burden. However, there are limitations to
the assistance provided.
Read the following conditions carefully. Do not overly rely on this system
and always drive carefully.
• When the sensor may not be correctly detecting the vehicle ahead:



P. 274

• Conditions under which the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode

may not function correctly:



P. 275

●

Set the speed appropriately depending on the speed limit, traffic flow, road
conditions, weather conditions, etc. The driver is responsible for checking
the set speed.

●

Even when the system is functioning normally, the condition of the preced-
ing vehicle as detected by the system may differ from the condition
observed by the driver. Therefore, the driver must always remain alert,
assess the danger of each situation and drive safely. Relying on this sys-
tem or assuming the system ensures safety while driving can lead to an
accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

●

Switch the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range off using the
cruise control main switch when not in use.

■

Cautions regarding the driving assist systems

Observe the following precautions, as there are limitations to the assistance
provided by the system.
Failure to do so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

●

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

●

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

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WARNING

●

Assisting the driver to operate the vehicle
The dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range has limited capabil-
ity to prevent or avoid a collision with a vehicle traveling ahead. Therefore,
if there is ever any danger, the driver must take immediate and direct con-
trol of the vehicle and act appropriately in order to ensure the safety of all
involved.

■

Situations unsuitable for dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed
range

Do not use dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range in any of the
following situations.
Doing so may result in inappropriate speed control and could cause an acci-
dent resulting in death or serious injury.

●

Roads where there are pedestrians, cyclists, etc.

●

In heavy traffic

●

On roads with sharp bends

●

On winding roads

●

On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow

●

On steep downhills, or where there are sudden changes between sharp up
and down gradients
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.

●

At entrances to freeways and highways

●

When weather conditions are bad enough that they may prevent the sen-
sors from detecting correctly (fog, snow, sandstorm, heavy rain, etc.)

●

When there is rain, snow, etc. on the front surface of the radar sensor or
camera sensor

●

In traffic conditions that require frequent repeated acceleration and decel-
eration

●

When an approach warning buzzer is heard often

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This mode employs a radar sensor to detect the presence of vehicles
up to approximately 328 ft. (100 m) ahead, determines the current
vehicle-to-vehicle following distance, and operates to maintain a suit-
able following distance from the vehicle ahead.

Note that vehicle-to-vehicle distance will close in when traveling on down-
hill slopes.

Example of constant speed cruising
When there are no vehicles ahead

The vehicle travels at the speed set by the driver. The desired vehicle-to-
vehicle distance can also be set by operating the vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance switch.

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

When a vehicle is detected running ahead of you, the system automatically
decelerates your vehicle. When a greater reduction in vehicle speed is
necessary, the system applies the brakes (the stop lights will come on at
this time). The system will respond to changes in the speed of the vehicle
ahead in order to maintain the vehicle-to-vehicle distance set by the driver.
Approach warning warns you when the system cannot decelerate suffi-
ciently to prevent your vehicle from closing in on the vehicle ahead.
When the vehicle ahead of you stops, your vehicle will also stop (vehicle is
stopped by system control). After the vehicle ahead starts off, pressing the
“+ RES” switch or depressing the accelerator pedal will resume follow-up
cruising.

Driving in vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode

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

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

Press the cruise control main
switch to activate the cruise
control.

Dynamic radar cruise control indi-
cator will come on and a message
will be displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display.
Press the switch again to deacti-
vate the cruise control.
If the cruise control main switch is pressed and held for 1.5 seconds or
more, the system turns on in constant speed control mode. (



P. 272)

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

Cruise control “SET” indicator will
come on.
The vehicle speed at the moment
the switch is released becomes the
set speed.
If the switch is operated while the vehicle speed is below approximately 30
mph (50 km/h) and a preceding vehicle is present, the set speed will be
adjusted to approximately 30 mph (50 km/h).

Setting the vehicle speed (vehicle-to-vehicle distance control
mode)

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

Increases the speed

(Except when the vehicle has been
stopped by system control in vehi-
cle-to-vehicle

distance

control

mode)

Decreases the speed

Fine adjustment: Press the switch.
Large adjustment: Press and hold
the switch to change the speed,
and release when the desired
speed is reached.
In the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the set speed will be
increased or decreased as follows:



For U.S. mainland and Hawaii

Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 km/h)

*

1

or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)

*

2

each time

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

*

1

or 1 km/h

(0.6 mph)

*

2

increments for as long as the switch is held



For Puerto Rico

Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 km/h)

*

1

or 1 km/h (0.6mph)

*

2

each time

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

*

1

or 5 km/h

(3.1 mph)

*

2

increments for as long as the switch is held

In the constant speed control mode (



P. 272), the set speed will be

increased or decreased as follows:

Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 km/h)

*

1

or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)

*

2

each time

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

*

1

: When the set speed is shown in “MPH”

*

2

: When the set speed is shown in “km/h”

Adjusting the set speed

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Pressing the switch changes the
vehicle-to-vehicle distance as fol-
lows:

Long
Medium
Short

The vehicle-to-vehicle distance is
set automatically to long mode
when the power switch is turned to
ON mode.
If a vehicle is running ahead of you, the preceding vehicle mark will also be
displayed.

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

Changing the vehicle-to-vehicle distance (vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance control mode)

Preceding
vehicle mark

1
2
3

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

Distance options

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance

Long

Approximately 160 ft. (50 m)

Medium

Approximately 130 ft. (40 m)

Short

Approximately 100 ft. (30 m)