Toyota Camry Hybrid (2020 year). Manual in english — part 5

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Operation conditions of each function

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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. (

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P. 273)

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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

(4.2-inch display) or

(7-inch dis-

play) of the multi-information display is set to “On”. (

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P. 111, 125)

• 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.

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

(4.2-inch display) or

(7-inch display)

of the multi-information display is set to “On”. (

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P. 111, 125)

• 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. (

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P. 273)

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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. (

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P. 270)

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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.

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Lane departure alert function

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

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Hands off steering wheel warning

If the driver continues to keep their hands off of the steering wheel, a buzzer
sounds and a warning message and the symbol shown in the illustration are
displayed on the multi-information display. 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.

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Vehicle sway warning function

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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-informa-
tion 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.
Depending on the vehicle and road condi-
tions, the warning may not operate.

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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.

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

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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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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The vehicle is driven on a slope.

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

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The vehicle is driven on an unpaved or rough road.

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The vehicle is driven around a sharp curve.

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The traffic lane is excessively narrow or wide.

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

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The distance to the preceding vehicle is extremely short.

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

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

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The vehicle is struck by a crosswind.

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The vehicle has just changed lanes or crossed an intersection.

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Snow tires, etc. are equipped.

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If the LDA indicator is illuminated in yellow and a warning message is
displayed on the multi-information display

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P. 476

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Customization

Some functions can be customized. (

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P. 111, 125)

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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.

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Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode (

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P. 278)

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Constant speed control mode (

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P. 284)

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Meter display

Display
Set speed
Indicators

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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

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WARNING

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Before using dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range

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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.

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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:

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P. 286

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

may not function correctly:

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P. 287

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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.

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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.

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

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WARNING

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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.

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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.

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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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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.

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WARNING

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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.

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Roads where there are pedestrians, cyclists, etc.

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In heavy traffic

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On roads with sharp bends

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On winding roads

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

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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.

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At entrances to freeways and highways

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

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

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

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During emergency towing

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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 long
downhill 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. (

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P. 284)

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

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For Canada, Guam, A.Samoa and 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 (

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P. 284), 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

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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)

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After the vehicle ahead of you
starts off, press the “+ RES”
switch.
Your vehicle will also resume fol-
low-up cruising if the accelerator
pedal is depressed after the vehi-
cle ahead of you starts off.

Pressing the cancel switch can-
cels the speed control.

The speed control is also canceled
when

the

brake

pedal

is

depressed.
(When the vehicle has been
stopped

by

system

control,

depressing the brake pedal does
not cancel the setting.)

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

However, when a vehicle ahead is not detected, cruise control does not
resume when the vehicle speed is approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) or less.

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

Canceling and resuming the speed control

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

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Warnings may not occur when

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

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When the speed of the preceding vehicle matches or exceeds
your vehicle speed

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When the preceding vehicle is traveling at an extremely slow
speed

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Immediately after the cruise control speed was set

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When depressing the accelerator pedal

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

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

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

Immediately after the switch is
pressed, the dynamic radar cruise
control indicator will come on.
Afterwards, it switches to the cruise
control indicator.
Switching to constant speed control mode is only possible when operating
the switch with the cruise control off.

Accelerate or decelerate, with
accelerator pedal operation, to
the desired vehicle speed (at or
above approximately 25 mph
[40 km/h]) and press the “- SET”
switch to set the speed.

Cruise control “SET” indicator will
come on.
The vehicle speed at the moment
the switch is released becomes the
set speed.
Adjusting the speed setting:

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P. 280

Canceling and resuming the speed setting:

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P. 282

Selecting constant speed control mode

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Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range can be set when

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The shift lever is in D or range 4 or higher of S has been selected.

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Range 4 or higher of D has been selected by using the paddle shift switch.
(vehicles with paddle shift switches)

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Vehicle speed is at or above approximately 30 mph (50 km/h). However,
when a preceding vehicle is detected, the dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range can be set even if the vehicle speed is at or below approxi-
mately 30 mph (50 km/h).

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Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed

The vehicle can accelerate by operating the accelerator pedal. After acceler-
ating, the set speed resumes. However, during vehicle-to-vehicle distance
control mode, the vehicle speed may decrease below the set speed in order
to maintain the distance to the preceding vehicle.

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When the vehicle stops while follow-up cruising

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Pressing the “+ RES” switch while the vehicle ahead stops will resume fol-
low-up cruising if the vehicle ahead starts off within approximately 3 sec-
onds after the switch is pressed.

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If the vehicle ahead starts off within 3 seconds after your vehicle stops, fol-
low-up cruising will be resumed.

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Automatic cancelation of vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode is automatically canceled in the fol-
lowing situations:

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Actual vehicle speed falls at or below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) when
there are no vehicles ahead.

●

The preceding vehicle leaves the lane when your vehicle is following at a
vehicle speed at or below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h). Otherwise, the
sensor cannot properly detect the vehicle. (“Radar Cruise Control Unavail-
able” is displayed on the multi-information display)

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VSC is activated.

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TRAC is activated for a period of time.

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When the VSC or TRAC system is turned off.

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The sensor cannot detect correctly because it is covered in some way.

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Pre-collision braking is activated.

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The parking brake is operated.

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The vehicle is stopped by system control on a steep incline.

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The following are detected when the vehicle has been stopped by system
control:
• The driver is not wearing a seat belt.
• The driver’s door is opened.
• The vehicle has been stopped for about 3 minutes

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

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Automatic cancelation of constant speed control mode

Constant speed control mode is automatically canceled in the following situa-
tions:

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Actual vehicle speed is more than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h) below
the set vehicle speed.

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Actual vehicle speed falls below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).

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VSC is activated.

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TRAC is activated for a period of time.

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When the VSC or TRAC system is turned off.

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Pre-collision braking is activated.

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

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Brake system operation sound

If the brakes are applied automatically while the vehicle is in vehicle-to-vehi-
cle distance control mode, a brake system operation sound may be heard.
This does not indicate a malfunction.

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Warning messages and buzzers for dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range

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

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When the sensor may not be correctly detecting the vehicle ahead

In the case of the following and depending on the conditions, operate the
brake pedal when deceleration of the system is insufficient or operate the
accelerator pedal when acceleration is required.
As the sensor may not be able to correctly detect these types of vehicles, the
approach warning (

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P. 283) may not be activated.

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Vehicles that cut in suddenly

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Vehicles traveling at low speeds

●

Vehicles that are not moving in the same lane

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Vehicles with small rear ends (trailers with no load on board, etc.)

●

Motorcycles traveling in the same lane

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When water or snow thrown up by the surrounding vehicles hinders the
detecting of the sensor

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Conditions under which the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
may not function correctly

In the case of the following conditions, operate the brake pedal (or accelera-
tor pedal, depending on the situation) as necessary.
As the sensor may not be able to correctly detect vehicles ahead, the system
may not operate properly.

●

When the vehicle ahead of you decelerates suddenly

●

When driving on a road surrounded by a structure, such as in a tunnel or on
a bridge

●

While the vehicle speed is decreasing to the set speed after the vehicle
accelerates by depressing the accelerator pedal

●

When your vehicle is pointing upwards
(caused by a heavy load in the luggage
compartment, etc.)

●

Preceding vehicle has an extremely
high ground clearance

●

When the road curves or when the
lanes are narrow

●

When steering wheel operation or your
position in the lane is unstable

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ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake System)

The electronically controlled system generates braking force corre-
sponding to the brake operation

◆

ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)

Helps to prevent wheel lock when the brakes are applied suddenly,
or if the brakes are applied while driving on a slippery road surface

◆

Brake assist

Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal
is depressed when the system detects a panic stop situation

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VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)

Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or
turning on slippery road surfaces.

◆

Enhanced VSC (Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control)

Provides cooperative control of the ABS, TRAC, VSC and EPS.
Helps to maintain directional stability when swerving on slippery
road surfaces by controlling steering performance.

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Secondary Collision Brake

When the airbag sensor detects a collision and the system oper-
ates, the brakes and stop lights are automatically controlled to
reduce the vehicle speed and help reduce the possibility of further
damage due to a secondary collision

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TRAC

(Traction Control)

Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the drive wheels from
spinning when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads

Driving assist systems

To keep driving safety and performance, the following systems
operate automatically in response to various driving situations.
Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and
should not be relied upon too heavily when operating the vehi-
cle.

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Hill-start assist control

Helps to reduce the backward movement of the vehicle when start-
ing on an uphill

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EPS (Electric Power Steering)

Employs an electric motor to reduce the amount of effort needed to
turn the steering wheel

◆

PCS (Pre-Collision System)

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P. 253

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BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) (if equipped)

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P. 295

The slip indicator light will flash
while the TRAC/VSC/ABS sys-
tems are operating.

If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt or snow, the TRAC system may

reduce power from the hybrid system to the wheels. Pressing

to

turn the system off may make it easier for you to rock the vehicle in
order to free it.
To turn the TRAC system off,

quickly press and release

.

The “Traction Control Turned Off”
will be shown on the multi-informa-
tion display.

Press

again to turn the sys-

tem back on.

When the TRAC/VSC/ABS systems are operating

Disabling the TRAC system

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Turning off both TRAC and VSC systems

To turn the TRAC and VSC systems off, press and hold

for more than 3

seconds while the vehicle is stopped.
The VSC OFF indicator light will come on and the “Traction Control Turned
Off” will be shown on the multi-information display

*

.

Press

again to turn the systems back on.

*

: On vehicles with pre-collision system, pre-collision brake assist and pre-

collision braking will also be disabled. The pre-collision system warning
light will come on and the message will be shown on the multi-information
display. (

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P. 263)

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When the message is displayed on the multi-information display show-

ing that TRAC has been disabled even if

has not been pressed

TRAC is temporary deactivated. If the information continues to show, contact
your Toyota dealer.

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Operating conditions of hill-start assist control

When the following four conditions are met, the hill-start assist control will
operate:

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The shift lever is in a position other than P or N (when starting off forward/
backward on an upward incline)

●

The vehicle is stopped

●

The accelerator pedal is not depressed

●

The parking brake is not engaged

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Automatic system cancelation of hill-start assist control

The hill-start assist control will turn off in any of the following situations:

●

The shift lever is shifted to P or N

●

The accelerator pedal is depressed

●

The parking brake is engaged

●

2 seconds at maximum elapsed after the brake pedal is released

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Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, VSC, TRAC,
and hill-start assist control systems

●

A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the brake pedal
is depressed repeatedly, when the hybrid system is started or just after the
vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate that a malfunction has
occurred in any of these systems.

●

Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are
operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard also after the vehicle comes to a stop.

■

ECB operating sound

ECB operating sound may be heard in the following cases, but it does not
indicate that a malfunction has occurred.

●

Operating sound heard from engine compartment when the brake pedal is
operated.

●

Motor sound of the brake system heard from the front part of the vehicle
when the driver’s door is opened.

●

Operating sound heard from the engine compartment when one or two min-
utes passed after the stop of the hybrid system.

■

EPS operation sound

When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be
heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.

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■

Automatic reactivation of TRAC and VSC systems

After turning the TRAC and VSC systems off, the systems will be automati-
cally re-enabled in the following situations:

●

When the power switch is turned off

●

If only the TRAC system is turned off, the TRAC will turn on when vehicle
speed increases
If both the TRAC and VSC systems are turned off, automatic re-enabling will
not occur when vehicle speed increases

■

Secondary Collision Brake operating conditions

The system operates when the SRS airbag sensor detects a collision while
the vehicle is in motion.
However, the system does not operate in any of the following situations.

●

The vehicle speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h)

●

Components are damaged

■

Secondary Collision Brake automatic cancellation

The Secondary Collision Brake is automatically canceled in the following situ-
ations:

●

The vehicle speed drops below approximately 6 mph (10 km/h)

●

A certain amount of time elapses during operation

●

The accelerator pedal is depressed a large amount

■

Reduced effectiveness of the EPS system

The effectiveness of the EPS system is reduced to prevent the system from
overheating when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of
time. The steering wheel may feel heavy as a result. Should this occur, refrain
from excessive steering input or stop the vehicle and turn the hybrid system
off. The EPS system should return to normal within 10 minutes.

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WARNING

■

The ABS does not operate effectively when

●

The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded (such as
excessively worn tires on a snow covered road).

●

The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads.

■

Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of nor-
mal conditions

The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always
maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, especially in the
following situations:

●

When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads

●

When driving with tire chains

●

When driving over bumps on the road

●

When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces

■

TRAC/VSC may not operate effectively when

Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if the TRAC/VSC system is operating.
Drive the vehicle carefully in conditions where stability and power may be
lost.

■

Hill- start assist control does not operate effectively when

●

Do not overly rely on hill-start assist control. Hill-start assist control may
not operate effectively on steep inclines and roads covered with ice.

●

Unlike the parking brake, hill-start assist control is not intended to hold the
vehicle stationary for an extended period of time. Do not attempt to use
hill-start assist control to hold the vehicle on an incline, as doing so may
lead to an accident.

■

When the TRAC/ABS/VSC is activated

The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may
cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator light flashes.

■

When the TRAC/VSC systems are turned off

Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road condi-
tions. As these are the systems to help ensure vehicle stability and driving
force, do not turn the TRAC/VSC systems off unless necessary.

■

Secondary Collision Brake

Do not overly rely solely upon the Secondary Collision Brake. This system
is designed to help reduce the possibility of further damage due to a sec-
ondary collision, however, that effect changes according to various condi-
tions. Overly relying on the system may result in death or serious injury.

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WARNING

■

Replacing tires

Make sure that all tires are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern and
total load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the
recommended tire inflation pressure level.
The ABS, TRAC and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires
are installed on the vehicle.
Contact your Toyota dealer for further information when replacing tires or
wheels.

■

Handling of tires and the suspension

Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect
the driving assist systems, and may cause a system to malfunction.

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

●

The BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) function
Assists the driver in making a decision when changing lanes

●

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

These functions use same sensors.

Multi-information display

Turning the BSM function/RCTA function on/off. (



P. 296)

Outside rear view mirror indicators

BSM 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 and the out-
side rear view mirror indicator flashes while the turn signal lever is oper-
ated.
RCTA function:
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is
detected, the outside rear view mirror indicators flash.

“BSM” indicator/“RCTA” indicator

When the BSM function/RCTA function is turned on, the indicator illumi-
nates.

BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)





: If equipped

Summary of the Blind Spot Monitor

1

2

3

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Audio system screen (RCTA function only)

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



P. 301, 305) for the detected side will be dis-

played.
RCTA

buzzer (

RCTA

function only)

When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is
detected, a buzzer sounds from behind the rear seat.



Vehicles with 4.2-inch multi-information display
Press

/

of the meter control switches, select

.

Press

/

of the meter control switches, select

or

.

Press

of the meter control switch.

Each time

is pressed, the function changes on/off.



Vehicles with 7-inch multi-information display
Press

/

of the meter control switches, select

.

Press

/

of the meter control switches, select

or

.

Press

of the meter control switch.

Each time

is pressed, the function changes on/off.

■

The outside rear view mirror indicators visibility

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

■

RCTA buzzer hearing

RCTA function may be difficult to hear over loud noises such as high audio
volume.

■

When “Blind Spot Monitor Unavailable” and “Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Unavailable” are shown on the multi-information display

Ice, snow, mud, etc., may be attached to the rear bumper around the sensors.
(



P. 298)

The system should return to normal operation after removing the ice, snow,
mud, etc. from the rear bumper.
Additionally, the sensors may not operate normally when driving in extremely
hot or cold environments.

Turning the BSM function/RCTA function on/off

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5

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3

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When there is a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitor

If a system malfunction is detected due to any of the following reasons, a
warning message will be displayed:

●

There is a malfunction with the sensors

●

The sensors have become dirty

●

The outside temperature is extremely high or low

●

The sensor voltage has become abnormal

■

Certification for the Blind Spot Monitor



For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.



For vehicles sold in Canada

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The BSM function uses radar sensors to detect vehicles that are trav-
eling in an adjacent lane in the area that is usually not reflected in the
outside rear view mirror (the blind spot), and advises the driver of the
vehicles existence via the outside rear view mirror indicator.

WARNING

■

Handling the radar sensor

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.

If the warning message does not disappear, have the vehicle inspected
by your Toyota dealer.

●

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.

●

Do not disassemble the sensor.

●

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

●

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

●

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

BSM function

●

Keep the sensor and its surrounding
area on the bumper clean at all times.
If a sensor or its surrounding area on
the rear bumper is dirty or covered with
snow, the Blind Spot Monitor may not
operate and a warning message (



P.

297) will be displayed.
In this situation, clear off the dirt or
snow and drive the vehicle with the
operation conditions of the BSM func-
tion (



P. 299) satisfied for approxi-

mately 10 minutes.

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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 BSM function is operational when

●

The BSM function is turned on

●

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

■

The BSM function will detect a vehicle when

●

A vehicle in an adjacent lane overtakes your vehicle.

●

Another vehicle enters the detection area when it changes lanes.

■

Conditions under which the BSM function will not detect a vehicle

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

●

Small motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, etc.

*

●

Vehicles traveling in the opposite direction

BSM function detection areas

1

2

3

WARNING

■

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 BSM function is a supplementary function which alerts the driver that a
vehicle is present in the blind spot. Do not overly rely on the BSM function.
The function cannot judge if it is safe to change lanes, therefore over reli-
ance 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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●

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

*

●

Following vehicles that are in the same lane

*

●

Vehicles driving 2 lanes across from your vehicle

*

*

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

occur.

■

Conditions under which the BSM function may not function correctly

●

The BSM function may not detect vehicles correctly in the following condi-
tions:
• When the sensor is misaligned due to a strong impact to the sensor or its

surrounding area

• During bad weather such as heavy rain, fog, snow, etc.
• When ice or mud, etc., is attached to the rear bumper
• When driving on a road surface that is wet due to rain, standing water,

snow, etc.

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

the vehicle that enters the detection area

• When a vehicle is in the detection area from a stop and remains in the

detection area as your vehicle accelerates

• When driving up or down consecutive steep inclines, such as hills, a dip

on the road, etc.

• When driving on roads with sharp bends, consecutive curves, or uneven

surfaces

• When multiple vehicles approach with only a small gap between each

vehicle

• When vehicle lanes are wide, and the vehicle in the next lane is too far

away from your vehicle

• When the vehicle that enters the detection area is traveling at about the

same speed as your vehicle

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

the vehicle that enters the detection area

• Directly after the BSM function is turned on

●

Instances of the BSM function unnecessarily detecting a vehicle and/or
object may increase under the following conditions:
• When the sensor is misaligned due to a strong impact to the sensor or its

surrounding area

• When there is only a short distance between your vehicle and a guardrail,

wall, etc.

• When there is only a short distance between your vehicle and a following

vehicle

• When vehicle lanes are narrow and a vehicle driving 2 lanes across from

your vehicle enters the detection area

• When items such as a bicycle carrier are installed on the rear of the vehi-

cle

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The RCTA 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 vehicle’s existence
through flashing the outside rear view mirror indicators and sounding
a buzzer.

■

RCTA icon display (if equipped)

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

: The RCTA function is malfunctioning (



P. 297)

RCTA function

Approaching vehicles

Detection areas

1

2

Toyota parking

assist monitor

Panoramic view

monitor

Content

A vehicle is approaching from the
left or right at the rear of the vehicle

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WARNING

■

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 RCTA function is only an assist and is not a replacement for careful
driving. Driver must be careful when backing up, even when using RCTA
function. The driver’s own visual confirmation of behind you and your vehi-
cle 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:

■

The RCTA function is operational when

●

The RCTA function is turned on.

●

The shift lever is in R.

●

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

●

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

■

Conditions under which the RCTA function will not detect a vehicle

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

●

Small motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, etc.

*

●

Vehicles approaching from directly behind

●

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

*

●

Vehicles moving away from your vehicle

●

Vehicles approaching from the parking spaces next to your vehicle

*

●

Vehicles backing up in the parking space next to your vehicle

*

*

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

occur.

RCTA 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 RCTA function may not function correctly

●

The RCTA function may not detect vehicles correctly in the following condi-
tions:
• When the sensor is misaligned due to a strong impact to the sensor or its

surrounding area

• When ice or mud, etc. is attached to the rear bumper
• During bad weather such as heavy rain, fog, snow, etc.
• When multiple vehicles approach continuously
• Shallow angle parking
• When a vehicle is approaching at high speed
• When parking on a steep incline, such as hills, a dip on the road, etc.
• Directly after the RCTA function is turned on
• Directly after the hybrid system is started with the RCTA function on.

• When items such as a bicycle carrier are installed on the rear of the vehi-

cle

●

Instances of the RCTA 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

The brightness of the indicators on the outside rear view mirrors and
the volume of the RCTA buzzer can be changed on

(4.2-inch dis-

play) or

(7-inch display) (



P. 113, 129) of the multi-information

display.

• Vehicles that the sensors cannot

detect because of obstacles

• When the parking space faces a

street and vehicles are being driven
on the street

Changing settings of the indicators on the outside rear view mir-
rors and RCTA buzzer

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Pedestrian detection icon

Displayed automatically when a pedestrian is detected.

Mute switch

Select to mute the buzzer. The buzzer will be re-enabled when the shift
lever is shifted to a position other than R.
The buzzer volume of this function changes with the RCTA buzzer volume.
(



P. 113, 127)

Rear Camera Detection Function





: If equipped

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

Display



Toyota parking assist monitor



Panoramic view monitor

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2

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If the rear camera detection func-
tion detects a pedestrian in the
detection area, the buzzer and
icon will operate as shown in the
following table:

■

The rear camera detection function is operational when

The rear camera detection function is operational when the following condi-
tions are met:

●

The power switch is in the ON mode.

●

The shift lever is in R.

■

If the rear camera detection function is malfunctioning

If a malfunction of the rear camera detection function is detected, one of the
following messages will be displayed on the audio system screen. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

●

“RCD malfunction.”

●

“Visit your dealer.”

●

“RCD unavailable.”

When a pedestrian is detected

Area

Buzzer

Icon

Sounds repeatedly

Blinks 3 times and then stays on

When the vehicle is stationary:
Sounds 3 times
When the vehicle is backing up:
Sounds repeatedly

When it is determined that a
pedestrian will enter area
within a few seconds: Sounds
repeatedly

When it is determined that a
pedestrian will enter area
within a few seconds: Blinks 3
times and then stays on

1

2

3

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Situations in which the system may not operate properly

●

Some pedestrians, such as the following, may not be detected by the Rear
Camera Detection function, preventing the function from operating properly:
• Pedestrians who are squatting
• Pedestrians who are lying down
• Pedestrians who are running
• Pedestrians who suddenly enter the detection area
• Pedestrians riding a bicycle, skateboard, or other light vehicle
• Pedestrians wearing unusual clothing, such as a costume
• Pedestrians whose body is partially hidden by a cart or other object
• Pedestrians which are obscured by darkness, such as at night

●

In some situations, such as the following, pedestrians may not be detected
by the Rear Camera Detection function, preventing the function from operat-
ing properly:
• When backing up in inclement weather (rain, snow, fog, etc.)
• When the rear camera is obscured (dirt, snow, ice, etc. are attached) or

scratched

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

vehicle, shines directly into the rear camera

• When backing up in a place where the surrounding brightness changes

suddenly, such as at the entrance or exit of a garage or underground
parking lot

●

In some situations, such as the following, the Rear Camera Detection func-
tion may operate even though there are no pedestrians in the detection
area.
• When a three dimensional object, such as a pole, traffic cone, fence, or

parked vehicle, is detected

• When a moving object, such as a car or motorcycle is detected
• When backing up toward moving objects such as flags or puddles, or air-

borne matter, such as smoke, steam, rain, or snow

• When there is a pattern on the road, due to the road being made of cob-

blestone or gravel or having tram rails, traces of repair, white lines,
pedestrian crossings or fallen leaves on the surface

• When backing up on a metal cover (grating), such as those used for

drainage ditches

• When backing up toward the roadside or a bump on the road
• When an object is reflected in a puddle or on a wet road surface
• When there are shadows on the road
• When backing up over a bump on the road
• If the vehicle is significantly tilted, such as when carrying a heavy load
• When backing up toward an incline/decline
• If the suspension has been modified or tires of a size other than specified

are installed

• If the rear of the vehicle is raised or lowered due to the carried load
• If an electronic compartment, such as a backlit license plate or rear fog

light, is installed near the rear camera

• If a bumper protector, such as an additional trim strip, is installed to the

rear bumper

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• If the orientation of the rear camera has been changed due to a collision

or other impact, or removal and installation

• If a towing eyelet is installed to the rear of the vehicle
• When the rear camera is obscured (dirt, snow, ice, etc. are attached) or

scratched

• When water is flowing over the rear camera lens
• If there is a flashing light in the detection area, such as the emergency

flashers of another vehicle

■

Situations in which the Rear Camera Detection function may be difficult
to notice

●

If buzzer may be difficult to hear if the surrounding area is noisy, the volume
of the audio system volume is high, the air conditioning system is being
used, etc.

●

If the temperature in the cabin is extremely high or low, the audio system
screen may not operate correctly.

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

Press

/

of the meter con-

trol switches, select

.

Press

/

of the meter con-

trol switches, select

.

Press

of the meter con-

trol switch.

Each time

is pressed, the function changes on/off.

When on, the indicator light comes on to inform the driver that the sys-
tem is operational.

Intuitive parking assist





: If equipped

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

Types of sensors

1

2

3

4

Turning the intuitive parking assist on/off

1

2

3

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

■

Multi-information display

Front corner sensor opera-
tion
Front center sensor opera-
tion
Rear corner sensor operation
Rear center sensor operation
Select to mute the buzzer
sounds.

■

Audio system screen

Intuitive parking assist
When the vehicle is moving
backward.

A simplified image is displayed
on the upper part of the screen
when an object is detected.

■

Muting the buzzer sound

●

To mute the buzzer sound
The buzzer can be temporarily muted by pressing

of the meter con-

trol switches while an object detection display is shown on the multi-infor-

mation display.

●

To cancel the mute
Mute will be automatically cancelled in the following situations.
• When the shift position is changed
• When the vehicle speed has reached or exceeded approximately 6 mph

(10 km/h) with the shift lever in D

• When the intuitive parking assist is turned off once and turned on again
• When the power switch is turned off once and turned to ON mode again
• When a sensor is malfunctioning

Display

1

2

3

4

5

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Distance display

Sensors that detect an object will illuminate continuously or blink.

*

: The images may differ from those shown in the illustrations. (



P. 310)

Sensor detection display, object distance

Multi-

informa-

tion dis-

play

*

Insert display

Approximate distance to object

Toyota

parking

assist

monitor

Pan-

oramic

view mon-

itor

Front and rear

center sensor

Front and rear

corner sensor

(continu-

ous)

(blinking

slowly)

(blinking

slowly)

Far

Near

Front

center

sensor:
3.3 ft. (100 cm)
to
2.0 ft. (60 cm)
Rear

center

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



(continu-

ous)

(blinking)

(blinking)

2.0 ft. (60 cm)
to
1.5 ft. (45 cm)

2.0 ft. (60 cm)
to
1.5 ft. (45 cm)

(continu-

ous)

(blinking

rapidly)

(blinking

rapidly)

1.5 ft. (45 cm)
to
1.2 ft. (35 cm)

1.5 ft. (45 cm)
to
1.2 ft. (35 cm)

(blinking)

(continu-

ous)

(continu-

ous)

Less than
1.2 ft. (35 cm)

Less than
1.2 ft. (35 cm)

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Buzzer operation and distance to an object

A buzzer sounds when the sensors are operating.

●

The buzzer sounds faster as the vehicle approaches an object.
When the vehicle comes within the following distance of the
object, the buzzer sounds continuously: Approximately 1.2 ft. (35
cm).

●

When 2 or more objects are detected simultaneously, the buzzer
system responds to the nearest object. If one or both come within
the above distances, the beep will repeat a long tone, followed by
fast beeps.

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

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

Detection range of the sensors

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2

3

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The buzzer volume can be changed on the multi-information display
(



P. 127) when the power switch is in ON mode.

■

The intuitive parking assist can be operated when

●

Front corner sensors:
• The power switch is in ON mode.
• The shift lever is in other than P.
• The vehicle speed is less than about 6 mph (10 km/h).

●

Front center sensors:
• The power switch is in ON mode.
• The shift lever is in other than P or R.
• The vehicle speed is less than about 6 mph (10 km/h).

●

Rear corner and rear center sensors:
• The power switch is in ON mode.
• The shift lever is in R.
• The vehicle speed is less than about 6 mph (10 km/h).

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Intuitive parking assist display

When an object is detected while the Toyota parking assist monitor or pan-
oramic view monitor is in use, the warning indicator will appear in the upper
part of the screen even if the display setting has been set to off.

Changing the buzzer sounds volume

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Sensor detection information

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

There will be a short delay between object detection and display. Even at
slow speeds, there is a possibility that the object will come within the sen-
sor’s detection areas before the display is shown and the buzzer sounds.

●

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

●

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

■

If “Parking Assist Unavailable Please 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 object may not be detected. If the sensor thaws out,
the system should return to normal.

■

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

Water may be continuously flowing over the sensor surface, such as in a
heavy rain. When the system determines that it is normal, the system will
return to normal.

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Certification



For vehicles sold in Canada

This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001.
Cet appareil ISM est conforme a la norme NMB-001 du Canada.

WARNING

■

When using the intuitive parking assist

Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely
and possibly cause an accident.

●

Do not use the sensor at speeds in excess of 6 mph (10 km/h).

●

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.

●

Do not install accessories within the sensors’ detection areas.

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WARNING

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Sensors

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

●

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

●

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 objects may not be detected.

●

The sensor is covered in any way.

●

The vehicle is leaning considerably to one side.

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

The sensor is coated with a sheet of spray or heavy rain.

●

The sensor is drenched with water on a flooded road.

●

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

●

Towing eyelets are installed.

●

The bumper or sensor receives a strong impact.

●

The vehicle is approaching a tall or curved curb.

●

The detection range is reduced due to an object such as a sign.

●

In harsh sunlight or intense cold weather.

●

The area directly under the bumpers is not detected.

●

If objects draw too close to the sensor.

●

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

●

A backlit license plate is installed.

In addition to the examples above, there are instances in which, because of
their shape, signs and other objects may be judged by a sensor to be closer
than they are.

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WARNING

■

Objects which may not be properly detected

The shape of the object may prevent a sensor from detecting it. Pay partic-
ular attention to the following objects:

●

Wires, fences, ropes, etc.

●

Cotton, snow and other materials that absorb sound waves

●

Sharply-angled objects

●

Low objects

●

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

●

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

NOTICE

■

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.

●

The intuitive parking assist operation display flashes, and a buzzer sounds
when no objects are detected.

●

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

●

If the bumper collides with something.

●

If the display shows continuously without beeping, except when the buzzer
volume is muted.

●

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

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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.

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

◆

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

Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS)





: If equipped

If a collision with an object may occur due to the vehicle sud-
denly moving forward due to an accidental accelerator pedal
operation, the vehicle moving the unintended direction due to
the wrong shift position being selected, or while parking or trav-
eling at low speeds, the sensors detect objects, such as a wall,
in the traveling direction of the vehicle, and the system operates
to lessen an impact with an object and reduce the resulting dam-
age.

Examples of system operation

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◆

When the accelerator pedal is depressed excessively

◆

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

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If a radar sensor detects a vehicle approaching from the right or left at
the rear of the vehicle and a collision may occur, this function will per-
form brake control to reduce the likelihood of an impact with the
approaching vehicle.

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Examples of system operation

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

◆

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

Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function

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

Press

/

of the meter con-

trol switches, select

.

Press

/

of the meter con-

trol switches, select

.

Press

of the meter con-

trol switch.
Select the “Yes” and push

.

When the Intelligent Clearance Sonar is disabled, the ICS OFF indicator
illuminates.
To re-enable the system when it was disabled, select

on the multi-infor-

mation display, select

and then “On”. If disabled using this method, the

system will not be re-enabled by turning the power switch off and then to
ON mode.

Types of sensors

1

2

3

4

Turning the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system on/off

1

2

3

4

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If the hybrid system output restriction control or brake control oper-
ates, a buzzer will sound and a message will be displayed on the
multi-information display to alert the driver.

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

Displays and buzzers for hybrid system output restriction con-
trol and brake control

Control

Situation

Multi-information

display

ICS OFF

Indicator

Buzzer

Hybrid system
output restriction
control is operat-
ing (acceleration
restriction)

Acceleration
greater than a
certain amount is
not possible.

“Object Detected
Acceleration
Reduced”

Not illu-
minated

Short
beep

Hybrid system
output restriction
control is operat-
ing (output
restricted as
much as possi-
ble)

Stronger-than-
normal brake
operation is nec-
essary.

“Brake!”

Brake control is
operating

Emergency brak-
ing is necessary.

Vehicle stopped
by system opera-
tion

The vehicle has
been stopped by
brake control
operation.

“Switch to
Brake”

Illumi-
nated

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If the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function detects that a collision with
an object is possible, the hybrid system output will be restricted to
restrain any increase in the vehicle speed. (Hybrid system output
restriction control: See A below.)
Additionally, if the accelerator pedal continues to be depressed, the
brakes will be applied automatically to reduce the vehicle speed.
(Brake control: See B below.)

Intelligent Clearance Sonar function

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On

Off

Time

Down

On

Off

Time

On

Off

Time

Down

Up

Accelerator pedal
Brake pedal
Hybrid system output
Braking force

Start of control
High possibility of a collision
Extremely high possibility of a
collision

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

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The Intelligent Clearance Sonar function will operate when

The function will operate when the ICS OFF indicator is not illuminated or
flashing (



P. 320, 328) and all of the following conditions are met:

●

Hybrid system output restriction control
• The Intelligent Clearance Sonar system is enabled.
• The vehicle speed is 10 mph (15 km/h) or less.
• There is an object in the traveling direction of the vehicle and 6 to 13 ft. (2

to 4 m) away.

• The system determines that a stronger-than-normal brake operation is

necessary to avoid a collision.

●

Brake control
• Hybrid system output restriction control is operating.
• The system determines that an emergency brake operation is necessary

to avoid a collision.

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The Intelligent Clearance Sonar function will stop operating when

The function will stop operating if any of the following conditions are met:

●

Hybrid system output restriction control
• The Intelligent Clearance Sonar system is disabled.
• The collision becomes avoidable with normal brake operation.
• The object is no longer 6 to 13 ft. (2 to 4 m) away in the traveling direction

of the vehicle.

●

Brake control
• The Intelligent Clearance Sonar system is disabled.
• Approximately 2 seconds elapse after the vehicle is stopped by brake

control.

• The brake pedal is depressed after the vehicle is stopped by brake con-

trol.

• The object is no longer 6 to 13 ft. (2 to 4 m) away in the traveling direction

of the vehicle.

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Detection range of the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function

The detection range of the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function differs from
the detection range of the intuitive parking assist. (



P. 312)

Therefore, even if the intuitive parking assist detects an object and provides a
warning, the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function may not start operating.

■

If the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function has operated

If the vehicle is stopped due to operation of the Intelligent Clearance Sonar
function, the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system will be disabled and the ICS
OFF indicator will illuminate.

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Re-enabling the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system

To re-enable the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system when it is disabled due
to operation of the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function, either enable the sys-
tem again (



P. 320), or turn the power switch off and then back to ON mode.

Additionally, if the object becomes no longer in the traveling direction of the
vehicle or if the traveling direction of the vehicle changes (such as changing
from moving forward to backing up, or from backing up to moving forward),
the system will be re-enabled automatically.

■

Objects that the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function may not detect

The sensors may not be able to detect certain objects, such as the following.

●

Cotton cloth, snow, and other materials that are poor reflectors of ultrasonic
waves.
(People may also not be detected depending on the type of clothing they are
wearing.)

●

Objects which are not perpendicular to the ground, are not perpendicular to
the traveling direction of the vehicle, are uneven or are waving.

●

Low objects

●

Thin objects such as wires, fences, ropes and signposts

●

Objects that are extremely close to the bumper

■

Situations in which the Intelligent Clearance Sonar may not operate
properly

When the shift lever is in N

■

Intuitive parking assist buzzer

Regardless of whether the intuitive parking assist system is enabled or not
(



P. 309), if the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system is enabled (



P. 320),

the front or rear sensors detect an object and brake control is performed, the
intuitive parking assist buzzer will sound to notify the driver of the approxi-
mate distance to the object.

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Situations in which the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function may operate
even if there is no possibility of a collision

In some situations such as the following, the Intelligent Clearance Sonar
function may operate even though there is no possibility of a collision.

●

Vehicle surroundings

• When driving toward a banner, flag, low-hanging branch or boom barrier

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

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

tunnel or on an iron bridge

• When parallel parking
• When there is a rut or hole in the surface of the road
• When driving on a metal cover (grating), such as those used for drainage

ditches

• When driving on a steep slope
• If a sensor is hit by a large amount of water, such as when driving on a

flooded road

●

Weather
• If a sensor is covered with ice, snow, dirt, etc. (when cleared, the system

will return to normal)

• If heavy rain or water strikes a sensor
• When driving in inclement weather such as fog, snow or a sandstorm

●

Other ultrasonic waves sources
• When vehicle horns, vehicle detectors, motorcycle engines, air brakes of

large vehicles, the clearance sonar of other vehicles or other devices
which produce ultrasonic waves are near the vehicle

• If a sticker or an electronic component, such as a backlit license plate

(especially fluorescent type), fog lights, a fender pole or wireless antenna
is installed near a sensor

• When driving on a narrow road

• When driving on a gravel road or in

an area with tall grass

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●

Changes in the vehicle posture
• If the vehicle is significantly tilted
• If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered due to the carried load
• If the orientation of a sensor has been changed due to a collision or other

impact

■

If the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function operates unnecessarily such
as at a railroad crossing

Even in the event that the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function operates
unnecessarily, such as at a railroad crossing, brake control will be canceled
after approximately 2 seconds, allowing you to proceed forward and leave the
area, Brake control can also be canceled by depressing the brake pedal.
Depressing the accelerator pedal again will allow you to proceed forward and
leave the area.

■

Situations in which the Intelligent Clearance Sonar Brake function may
not operate properly

In some situations such as the following, this function may not operate prop-
erly.

●

Weather

• If a sensor is covered with ice, snow, dirt, etc. (when cleared, the system

will return to normal)

• If heavy rain or water strikes a sensor
• When driving in inclement weather such as fog, snow or a sandstorm

●

Vehicle surroundings
• When an object that cannot be detected is between the vehicle and a

detected object

• If an object such as a vehicle, motorcycle, bicycle or pedestrian cuts in

front of the vehicle or runs out from the side of the vehicle.

• When a sensor or the area around a

sensor is extremely hot or cold

• When strong winds are blowing

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●

Other ultrasonic waves sources
• When vehicle horns, vehicle detectors, motorcycle engines, air brakes of

large vehicles, the clearance sonar of other vehicles or other devices
which produce ultrasonic waves are near the vehicle

• If a sticker or an electronic component, such as a backlit license plate

(especially fluorescent type), fog lights, a fender pole or wireless antenna
is installed near a sensor

●

Changes in the vehicle posture
• If the vehicle is significantly tilted
• If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered due to the carried load
• If the orientation of a sensor has been changed due to a collision or other

impact

■

If a 12-volt battery terminal has been disconnected and reconnected

The system needs to be initialized.
To initialize the system, drive the vehicle straight ahead for 5 seconds or more
at a speed of approximately 22 mph (35 km/h) or more.

■

If “ICS Unavailable” is displayed on the multi-information display and
the ICS OFF indicator is flashing

Initialization may not have been performed after a battery terminal was dis-
connected and reconnected. Initialize the system. (



P. 328)

If this message continues to be displayed even after initialization, have the
vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

■

If “ICS Unavailable” and “Parking Assist Unavailable Clean Parking
Assist Sensor” are displayed on the multi-information display and the
ICS OFF indicator is flashing

●

A sensor may be covered with ice, snow, dirt, etc. In this case, remove the
ice, snow, dirt, etc., from the sensor to return the system to normal. If this
message is shown even after removing dirt from the sensor, or shown when
the sensor was not dirty to begin with, have the vehicle inspected at your
Toyota dealer.

●

A sensor may be frozen. Once the ice melts, the system will return to nor-
mal.

●

Water may be continuously flowing over the sensor surface, such as in a
heavy rain. When the system determines that it is normal, the system will
return to normal.

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WARNING

■

Limitations of the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system

Do not overly rely on the system, as doing so may lead to an accident.

●

The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive carefully, tak-
ing care to observe your surroundings. The Intelligent Clearance Sonar
system is designed to provide support to lessen the severity of collisions.
However, it may not operate in some situations.

●

The Intelligent Clearance Sonar system is not designed to stop the vehicle
completely. Additionally, even if the system has stopped the vehicle, it is
necessary to depress the brake pedal immediately as brake control will be
canceled after approximately 2 seconds.

■

To ensure the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system can operate properly

Observe the following precautions regarding the sensors (



P. 320). Failure

to do so may cause a sensor to not operate properly, and may cause an
accident.

●

Do not modify, disassemble or paint the sensors.

●

Do not replace a sensor with a part other than a genuine part.

●

Do not subject a sensor or its surrounding area to a strong impact.

●

Do not damage the sensors, and always keep them clean.

Observe the following precautions regarding the radar sensors (



P. 298).

Failure to do so may cause a radar sensor to not operate properly, and may
cause an accident.

●

Do not modify, disassemble or paint the sensors.

●

Do not replace a radar sensor with a part other than a genuine part.

●

Do not subject a radar sensor or its surrounding area to a strong impact.

●

Do not damage the radar sensors, and always keep the radar sensors and
their surrounding area on the bumper clean.

■

Handling the suspension

Do not modify the suspension, as changes to the height or inclination of the
vehicle may prevent the sensors from detecting objects correctly or cause
the system to not operate or operate unnecessarily.

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NOTICE

■

To prevent the system from malfunctioning

●

If the area around a sensor is subjected to an impact, the system may not
operate properly due to the sensor being misaligned. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.

●

When using a high pressure washer to wash the vehicle, do not spray the
sensors directly, as doing so may cause a sensor to malfunction.

●

When using steam to clean the vehicle, do not direct steam too close to
the sensors as doing so may cause a sensor to malfunction.

■

To prevent a radar sensor from malfunctioning

●

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

●

Observe the radar sensor handling precautions. (



P. 298)

■

To prevent unnecessary operation of the Intelligent Clearance Sonar
system

In the following situations, disable the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system
as the system may operate even though there is no possibility of a collision.

●

When inspecting the vehicle using a chassis roller, chassis dynamo or free
roller

●

When loading the vehicle onto a boat, truck or other transport vessel

●

If the suspension has been modified or tires of a size other than specified
are installed

●

If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered due to the carried load

●

When equipment that may obstruct a sensor is installed, such as a towing
eyelet, bumper protector (an additional trim strip, etc.), bicycle carrier, or
snow plow

●

When using an automatic car wash

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If the Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function detects that a collision
with an approaching vehicle is possible, the hybrid system output will
be restricted to restrain any increase in vehicle speed. (Hybrid system
output restriction control: See A below.)
Additionally, if the accelerator pedal continues to be depressed, the
brakes will be applied automatically to reduce the vehicle speed.
(Brake control: See B below.)

Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function

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On

Off

Time

Down

On

Off

Time

On

Off

Time

Down

Up

Accelerator pedal
Brake pedal
Hybrid system output
Braking force

Start of control
High possibility of a collision
Extremely high possibility of a
collision

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

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The Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function will operate when

The function will operate when the ICS OFF indicator is not illuminated or
flashing (



P. 320, 328) and all of the following conditions are met:

●

Hybrid system output restriction control
• The Intelligent Clearance Sonar with Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake is

enabled.

• The vehicle speed is 10 mph (15 km/h) or less.
• The shift lever is in R.
• The system determines that a stronger than normal brake operation is

necessary to avoid a collision with an approaching vehicle.

●

Brake control
• Hybrid system output restriction control is operating.
• The system determines that an emergency brake operation is necessary

to avoid a collision with an approaching vehicle.

■

The Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function will stop operating when

The function will stop operating if any of the following conditions are met:

●

Hybrid system output restriction control
• The Intelligent Clearance Sonar with Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake is

disabled.

• The collision becomes avoidable with normal brake operation.
• A vehicle is no longer approaching from the right or left at the rear of the

vehicle.

●

Brake control
• The Intelligent Clearance Sonar with Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake is

disabled.

• Approximately 2 seconds elapse after the vehicle is stopped by brake

control.

• The brake pedal is depressed after the vehicle is stopped by brake con-

trol.

• A vehicle is no longer approaching from the right or left at the rear of the

vehicle.

■

Detection area of the Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function

The detection area of the Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function differs from
the detection area of the RCTA function (



P. 303).

Therefore, even if the RCTA function detects a vehicle and provides an alert,
the Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function may not start operating.

■

If the Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function has operated

If the vehicle is stopped due to operation of the Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake
function, the Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function will be disabled and the
ICS OFF indicator will illuminate.