Toyota Mirai (2020 year). Manual in english — part 3

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WARNING

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Using the trunk

Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause parts of the body to be caught, resulting in seri-
ous injury.

●

Remove any heavy loads, such as snow and ice, from the trunk lid before
opening it. Failure to do so may cause the trunk lid to suddenly shut again
after it is opened.

●

When opening or closing the trunk lid, thoroughly check to make sure the
surrounding area is safe.

●

If anyone is in the vicinity, make sure they are safe and let them know that
the trunk is about to open or close.

●

Use caution when opening or closing the trunk lid in windy weather as it
may move abruptly in strong wind.

●

Do not attach any accessories other than genuine Toyota parts to the trunk
lid. Such additional weight on the trunk lid may cause the lid to suddenly
shut again after it is opened.

●

The trunk lid may suddenly shut if it is
not opened fully. It is more difficult to
open or close the trunk lid on an incline
than on a level surface, so beware of
the trunk lid unexpectedly opening or
closing by itself. Make sure that the
trunk lid is fully open and secure before
using the trunk.

●

When closing the trunk lid, take extra
care to prevent your fingers, etc., from
being caught.

●

When closing the trunk lid, make sure to
press it lightly on its outer surface. If the
trunk handle is used to fully close the
trunk lid, it may result in hands or arms
being caught.

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Smart key system

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Locks and unlocks the doors (



P. 132)

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Opens the trunk (



P. 138)

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Starts and stops the fuel cell system (



P. 186)

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Antenna location

The following operations can be performed simply by carrying
the electronic key on your person, for example in your pocket.
The driver should always carry the electronic key.

Antennas outside the cabin
Antennas inside the cabin
Antenna inside the trunk
Antenna outside the trunk

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Effective range (areas within which the electronic key is detected)

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Alarms and warning indicators

A combination of exterior and interior alarms as well as warning messages
shown on the multi-information display are used to prevent theft of the vehicle
and accidents resulting from erroneous operation. Take appropriate mea-
sures in response to any warning message on the multi-information display.
(



P. 426)

The following table describes circumstances and correction procedures when
only alarms are sounded.

When locking or unlocking the
doors

The system can be operated
when the electronic key is within
about 2.3 ft. (0.7 m) of an outside
door handle. (Only the doors
detecting the key can be oper-
ated.)

When opening the trunk

The system can be operated when the electronic key is within
about 2.3 ft. (0.7 m) of the trunk release button.

When starting the fuel cell system or changing power switch
modes

The system can be operated when the electronic key is inside the
vehicle.

Alarm

Situation

Correction procedure

Exterior alarm sounds
once for 5 seconds

The trunk was closed
while the electronic key
was still inside the trunk
and all the doors were
locked.

Retrieve the electronic
key from the trunk and
close the trunk lid.

An attempt was made
to lock the vehicle while
a door was open.

Close all of the doors
and lock the doors
again.

Interior alarm sounds
continuously

The power switch was
turned to ACCESSORY
mode while the driver’s
door was open (or the
driver’s

door

was

opened

while

the

power switch was in
ACCESSORY mode).

Turn the power switch
off and close the
driver’s door.

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When “Smart Key System Malfunction See Owner’s Manual” will be dis-
played on the multi-information display

The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer immediately.

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Battery-saving function

The battery-saving function will be activated in order to prevent the electronic
key battery and the 12-volt battery from being discharged while the vehicle is
not in operation for a long time.

●

In the following situations, the smart key system may take some time to
unlock the doors.
• The electronic key has been left in an area of approximately 6 ft. (2 m) of

the outside of the vehicle for 10 minutes or longer.

• The smart key system has not been used for 5 days or longer.

●

If the smart key system has not been used for 14 days or longer, the doors
cannot be unlocked at any doors except the driver’s door. In this case, take
hold of the driver’s door handle, or use the wireless remote control or the
mechanical key, to unlock the doors.

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Electronic Key battery-Saving Function

When battery-saving mode is set, battery depletion is minimized by stopping
the electronic key from receiving radio waves.

Press

twice while pressing and

holding

. Confirm that the electronic

key indicator flashes 4 times.
While the battery-saving mode is set, the
smart key system cannot be used. To
cancel the function, press any of the elec-
tronic key buttons.

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Conditions affecting operation

The smart key system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations, the
communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be affected,
preventing the smart key system, wireless remote control and immobilizer
system from operating properly. (Ways of coping:



P. 449)

●

When the electronic key battery is depleted

●

Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical
noise

●

When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs

●

When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby

●

When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that
emit radio waves
• Portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wireless commu-

nication devices

• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems

●

If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the
rear window

●

When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or electronic
devices

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Note for the entry function

●

Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection areas),
the system may not operate properly in the following cases:
• The electronic key is too close to the window or outside door handle, near

the ground, or in a high place when the doors are locked or unlocked.

• The electronic key is near the ground or in a high place, or too close to

the rear bumper center when the trunk is opened.

• The electronic key is on the instrument panel, rear package tray or floor,

or in the door pockets or glove box when the fuel cell system is started or
power switch modes are changed.

●

Do not leave the electronic key on top of the instrument panel or near the
door pockets when exiting the vehicle. Depending on the radio wave recep-
tion conditions, it may be detected by the antenna outside the cabin and the
door will become lockable from the outside, possibly trapping the electronic
key inside the vehicle.

●

As long as the electronic key is within the effective range, the doors may be
locked or unlocked by anyone. However, only the doors detecting the elec-
tronic key can be used to unlock the vehicle.

●

Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be possible to start
the fuel cell system if the electronic key is near the window.

●

The doors may unlock or lock if a large amount of water splashes on the
door handle, such as in the rain or in a car wash when the electronic key is
within the effective range. (The doors will automatically be locked after
approximately 60 seconds if the doors are not opened and closed.)

●

If the wireless remote control is used to lock the doors when the electronic
key is near the vehicle, there is a possibility that the door may not be
unlocked by the entry function. (Use the wireless remote control to unlock
the doors.)

●

Touching the door lock or unlock sensor while wearing gloves may prevent
lock or unlock operation.

●

When the lock operation is performed using the lock sensor, recognition sig-
nals will be shown up to two consecutive times. After this, no recognition
signals will be given.

●

If the door handle becomes wet while the electronic key is within the effec-
tive range, the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. In this case, follow the
following correction procedures to wash the vehicle:
• Place the electronic key in a location 6 ft. (2 m) or more away from the

vehicle. (Take care to ensure that the key is not stolen.)

• Set the electronic key to battery-saving mode to disable the smart key

system. (



P. 145)

●

If the electronic key is inside the vehicle and a door handle becomes wet
during a car wash, a message may be shown on the multi-information dis-
play and a buzzer will sound outside the vehicle. To turn off the alarm, lock
all the doors.

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The lock sensor may not work properly if it comes into contact with ice,
snow, mud, etc. Clean the lock sensor and attempt to operate it again.

●

A sudden approach to the effective range or door handle may prevent the
doors from being unlocked. In this case, return the door handle to the origi-
nal position and check that the doors unlock before pulling the door handle
again.

●

If there is another electronic key in the detection area, it may take slightly
longer to unlock the doors after the door handle is gripped.

■

When the vehicle is not driven for extended periods

●

To prevent theft of the vehicle, do not leave the electronic key within 6 ft. (2 m)
of the vehicle.

●

The smart key system can be deactivated in advance. (



P. 486)

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To operate the system properly

●

Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system. Do not get
the electronic key too close to the vehicle when operating the system from the
outside of the vehicle.
Depending on the position and holding condition of the electronic key, the key
may not be detected correctly and the system may not operate properly. (The
alarm may go off accidentally, or the door lock prevention function may not
operate.)

●

Do not leave the electronic key inside the trunk.
The key confinement prevention function may not operate, depending on
the location of the key (close to the emergency tire puncture repair kit, the
inside edge of the trunk), conditions (inside a metal bag, close to metallic
objects) and the radio waves in the surrounding area. (



P. 140)

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If the smart key system does not operate properly

●

Locking and unlocking the doors and opening the trunk:
Use the mechanical key. (



P. 449)

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Starting the fuel cell system:



P. 450

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Customization

Settings (e. g. smart key system) can be changed.
(Customizable features:



P. 486)

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If the smart key system has been deactivated in a customized setting

●

Locking and unlocking the doors and opening the trunk:
Use the wireless remote control or mechanical key. (



P. 132, 138, 449)

●

Starting the fuel cell system and changing power switch modes:



P. 450

●

Stopping the fuel cell system:



P. 187

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Certification for the smart key system



For U.S.A.



For Canada

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WARNING

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Caution regarding interference with electronic devices

●

People with implantable cardiac pacemakers, cardiac resynchronization
therapy-pacemakers or implantable cardioverter defibrillators should keep
away from the smart key system antennas. (



P. 144)

The radio waves may affect the operation of such devices. If necessary,
the entry function can be disabled. Ask your Toyota dealer for details, such
as the frequency of radio waves and timing of the emitted radio waves.
Then, consult your doctor to see if you should disable the entry function.

●

User of any electrical medical device other than implantable cardiac pace-
makers, cardiac resynchronization therapy-pacemakers or implantable
cardioverter defibrillators should consult the manufacturer of the device for
information about its operation under the influence of radio waves.
Radio waves could have unexpected effects on the operation of such
medical devices.

Ask your Toyota dealer for details for disabling the entry function.

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Front seats

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Power easy access system

The driver’s seat and steering wheel move in accordance with power switch
mode and the driver’s seat belt condition. (



P. 153)

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Adjusting the seat

Be careful to not allow the head restraint to touch the ceiling.

Adjustment procedure

Seat position adjustment
Seatback angle adjustment
Seat cushion (front) angle
adjustment

Vertical height adjustment
Lumbar support adjustment

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WARNING

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When adjusting the seat position

●

Take care when adjusting the seat position to ensure that other passen-
gers are not injured by the moving seat.

●

Do not put your hands under the seat or near the moving parts to avoid
injury.
Fingers or hands may become jammed in the seat mechanism.

●

Make sure to leave enough space around the feet so they do not get stuck.

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Seat adjustment

To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, do not
recline the seat more than necessary.
If the seat is too reclined, the lap belt may slide past the hips and apply
restraint forces directly to the abdomen, or your neck may contact the
shoulder belt, increasing the risk of death or serious injury in the event of an
accident.
Adjustments should not be made while driving as the seat may unexpect-
edly move and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

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Driving position memory

The seat and steering wheel are automatically adjusted to allow the
driver to enter and exit the vehicle easily.
When all of the following have
been performed, the driver’s seat
and steering wheel are automati-
cally adjusted to a position that
allows driver to enter and exit the
vehicle easily.

• The power switch has been

turned off.

• The driver’s seat belt has been unfastened.

When any of the following has been performed, the driver’s seat and
steering wheel automatically return to their original positions.

• The power switch has been turned to ACCESSORY mode or ON

mode.

• The driver’s seat belt has been fastened.

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Operation of the power easy access system

When exiting the vehicle, the power easy access system may not operate if
the seat is already close to the rearmost position, etc.

■

Customization

The seat movement amount settings of the power easy access system can
be customized.
(Customizable features:



P. 487)

This feature automatically adjusts the front seats, steering wheel
and outside rear view mirrors to make entering and exiting the
vehicle easier or to suit your preferences.

Power easy access system

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Your preferred driving position (the position of the driver’s seat, steer-
ing wheel and outside rear view mirrors) can be recorded and recalled
by pressing a button.
Two different driving positions can be recorded into memory.

■

Recording procedure

Turn the power switch to ON mode.
Check that the shift position is in P.
Adjust the driver’s seat, steering wheel and outside rear view
mirrors to the desired positions.
While pressing the “SET”
button, or within 3 seconds
after the “SET” button is
pressed, press button “1” or
“2” until the buzzer sounds.

If the selected button has
already been preset, the previ-
ously recorded position will be
overwritten.

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Recall procedure

Turn the power switch to ON mode.
Check that the shift position is in P.
Press one of the buttons for
the driving position you want
to recall until the buzzer
sounds.

Driving position memory

1

2

3

4

1

2

3

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To stop the position recall operation part-way through

Perform any of the following:

●

Press the “SET” button.

●

Press button “1” or “2”.

●

Operate any of the seat adjustment switches (only cancels seat position
recall).

●

Operate the tilt and telescopic steering control switch (only cancels steering
wheel position recall).

■

Seat positions that can be memorized (



P. 151)

The adjusted positions other than the position adjusted by lumbar support
switch can be recorded.

■

Operating the driving position memory after turning the power switch off

Recorded seat positions can be activated up to 180 seconds after the driver’s
door is opened and another 60 seconds after it is closed again.

■

In order to correctly use the driving position memory function

If a seat position is already in the furthest possible position and the seat is
operated in the same direction, the recorded position may be slightly different
when it is recalled.

Each electronic key can be registered to recall your preferred driving
position.

■

Registering procedure

Record your driving position to button “1” or “2” before performing
the following:
Carry only the key you want to register, and then close the driver’s
door.
If 2 or more keys are in the vehicle, the driving position cannot be
recorded properly.

Turn the power switch to ON mode.
Check that the shift position is in P.
Recall the driving position that you want to record.

Memory recall function

1

2

3

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While pressing the recalled
button, press and hold the
door lock switch (either lock
or unlock) until the buzzer
sounds.

If the button could not be regis-
tered, the buzzer sounds contin-
uously

for

approximately

3 seconds.

■

Recall procedure

Make sure that the doors are locked before recalling the driving
position. Carry the electronic key that has been registered to the
driving position, and then unlock and open the driver’s door using
the smart key system or wireless remote control.

The driving position will move to the recorded position (not including the
steering wheel). However, the seat will move to a position slightly
behind the recorded position in order to make entering the vehicle eas-
ier.
If the driving position is in a position that has already been recorded, the
seat and outside rear view mirrors will not move.

Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY mode or ON mode, or
fasten a seat belt.

The seat and steering wheel will move to the recorded position.

■

Cancelation procedure

Carry only the key you want to cancel and then close the driver’s
door.
If 2 or more keys are in the vehicle, the driving position cannot be
canceled properly.

Turn the power switch to ON mode.
While pressing the “SET” button, press and hold the door lock
switch (either lock or unlock) until the buzzer sounds twice.

If it could not be canceled, the buzzer sounds continuously for approxi-
mately 3 seconds.

4

1

2

1

1

2

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Recalling the driving position using the memory recall function

●

Different driving positions can be registered for each electronic key. There-
fore, the driving position that is recalled may be different depending on the
key being carried.

●

If a door other than the driver’s door is unlocked with the smart key system,
the driving position cannot be recalled. In this case, press the driving posi-
tion button which has been set.

■

Customization

The unlock door settings of the memory recall function can be customized.
(Customizable features:



P. 487)

WARNING

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Seat adjustment caution

Take care during seat adjustment so that the seat does not strike the rear
passenger or squeeze your body against the steering wheel.

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Head restraints



Vertical adjustment

Up

Pull the head restraint up.

Down

Push the head restraint down while
pressing the lock release button.



Horizontal adjustment

The position of the head restraint
can be adjusted forward in 4
stages.

If the head restraint is pulled forward
from the foremost position, it will
return to the rearmost position.

Up

Pull the head restraint up.

Down

Push the head restraint down while
pressing the lock release button.

Head restraints are provided for all seats.

Front seats

Lock release button

Rear seats

Lock release button

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Removing the head restraints

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Installing the head restraints

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Adjusting the height of the head restraints (front seats)

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Adjusting the rear seat head restraint

Always raise the head restraint from the stowed position when using.

Pull the head restraint up while pressing
the lock release button.
If the head restraint touches the ceiling,
making the removal difficult, change the
seat height or angle. (



P. 151)

Align the head restraint with the installa-
tion holes and push it down to the lock
position.
Press and hold the lock release button
when lowering the head restraint.

Make sure that the head restraints are
adjusted so that the center of the head
restraint is closest to the top of your ears.

WARNING

■

Head restraint precautions

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

●

Use the head restraints designed for each respective seat.

●

Adjust the head restraints to the correct position at all times.

●

After adjusting the head restraints, push down on them and make sure
they are locked in position.

●

Do not drive with the head restraints removed.

Lock
release
button

Lock
release
button

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Steering wheel

Operating the switch moves the steering wheel in the following direc-
tions:

Up
Down
Toward the driver
Away from the driver

To sound the horn, press on or
close to the

mark.

■

The steering wheel can be adjusted when

The power switch is in ACCESSORY or ON mode

*

.

*

: If the driver’s seat belt is fastened, the steering wheel can be adjusted

regardless of power switch mode.

■

Automatic adjustment of the steering wheel position

A desired steering wheel position can be entered to memory and recalled
automatically by the driving position memory system. (



P. 154)

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Power easy access system

The steering wheel and driver’s seat move in accordance with power switch
mode and the driver’s seat belt condition. (



P. 153)

Adjustment procedure

Horn

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WARNING

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and cause an acci-
dent, resulting in death or serious injury.

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Inside rear view mirror

The height of the rear view mirror can be adjusted to suit your driving
posture.
Adjust the height of the rear view
mirror by moving it up and down.

Responding to the level of brightness of the headlights of vehicles
behind, the reflected light is automatically reduced.
Changing automatic anti-glare
function mode
ON/OFF

When the automatic anti-glare
function is in ON mode, the indica-
tor illuminates.
The function will set to ON mode
each time the power switch is
turned to ON mode.
Pressing the button turns the function to OFF mode. (The indicator also
turns off.)

The rear view mirror’s position can be adjusted to enable suffi-
cient confirmation of the rear view.

Adjusting the height of rear view mirror

Anti-glare function

Indicator

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To prevent sensor error

To ensure that the sensors operate prop-
erly, do not touch or cover them.

WARNING

Do not adjust the position of the mirror while driving.
Doing so may lead to mishandling of the vehicle and cause an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.

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Outside rear view mirrors

To select a mirror to adjust, turn
the switch.

Left
Right

To adjust the mirror, operate the
switch.

Up
Right
Down
Left

Folds the mirrors
Extends the mirrors

Putting the outside rear view
mirror folding switch in the neu-
tral position sets the mirrors to
automatic

mode. Automatic

mode allows the folding or
extending of the mirrors to be
linked to locking/unlocking of the
doors.

Adjustment procedure

1

2

Folding and extending the mirrors

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When the mirror select switch is in the “L” or “R” position, the outside
rear view mirrors will automatically angle downwards when the vehicle
is reversing in order to give a better view of the ground.
To disable this function, move the mirror select switch to the neutral
position (between “L” or “R”)

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Adjusting the mirror angle when the vehicle is reversing

With the shift position in R, adjust the mirror angle at a desired posi-
tion.
The adjusted angle will be memorized and the mirror will automati-
cally tilt to the memorized angle whenever the shift position is
shifted to R from next time.

The memorized downward tilt position of the mirror is linked to the nor-
mal position (angle adjusted with the shift position in other than R).
Therefore, if the normal position is changed after adjustment, the tilt
position will also change.
When the normal position is changed, readjust the angle in reversing.

■

Mirror angle can be adjusted when

The power switch is in ACCESSORY or ON mode.

■

Rain clearing mirrors

The coating on the mirror has the rain clearing (hydrophilic) effect to make the
rear view clearer in raining. When water droplets collect on the mirror surface,
this effect causes the droplets to be spread out into a film.

●

The rain clearing effect will be reduced temporarily, when the dirt is adhered
to the mirror or after your vehicle is parked for a long time in underground or
indoor parking lots, etc., where there is no direct sunlight.
However, the effect will gradually recover after 1- or 2-day exposure to direct
sunlight.

●

If you want to restore the rain clearing effect immediately, conduct the resto-
ration work. (



P. 353)

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When the mirrors are fogged up

The outside rear view mirrors can be cleared using the mirror defoggers. Turn
on the rear window defogger to turn on the outside rear view mirror defog-
gers. (



P. 309)

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Automatic adjustment of the mirror angle

A desired mirror face angle can be entered to memory and recalled automati-
cally by the driving position memory. (



P. 154)

Linked mirror function when reversing

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Using automatic mode in cold weather

When automatic mode is used in cold weather, the door mirror could freeze
up and automatic stowing and return may not be possible. In this event,
remove any ice and snow from the door mirror, then either operate the mirror
using manual mode or move the mirror by hand.

■

Customization

The automatic mirror folding and extending operation can be changed.
(Customizable features:



P. 488)

WARNING

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Important points while driving

Observe the following precautions while driving.
Failure to do so may result in loss of control of the vehicle and cause an
accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

●

Do not adjust the mirrors while driving.

●

Do not drive with the mirrors folded.

●

Both the driver and passenger side mirrors must be extended and properly
adjusted before driving.

■

When a mirror is moving

To avoid personal injury and mirror malfunction, be careful not to get your
hand caught by the moving mirror.

■

When the mirror defoggers are operating

Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces, as they can become very hot
and burn you.

NOTICE

■

Handling the rain clearing mirror

The rain clearing effect is finite. Observe the following precautions in order
to retain the rain-clearing properties of the mirrors:

●

When using water repellent, oil film remover, wax, or any other car mainte-
nance product that contains silicone, pay full attention not to adhere it to
the mirror surface.

●

Do not wipe the mirror surface by using any cloth smeared with sand, oil
film remover, abrasive agent, or any other thing that may scratch the mir-
ror surface.

●

When the mirrors become iced up, remove the ice by applying warm
water, or operating the outside rear view mirror defoggers.
But, do not attempt to scrape the ice off by using the plastic plate, etc.

●

When washing your vehicle using car shampoo with water repellent effect,
rinse the mirror surface with a lot of water, and remove the water drops by
using a clean and soft cloth.

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Power windows

The power windows can be opened and closed using the switches.
Operating the switch moves the windows as follows:

Closing
One-touch closing

*

Opening
One-touch opening

*

*

: To stop the window partway, oper-

ate the switch in the opposite direc-
tion.

Press the switch to lock the pas-
senger window switches.

Use this switch to prevent children
from accidentally opening or clos-
ing a passenger window.

■

The power windows can be operated when

The power switch is in ON mode.

■

Operating the power windows after turning the fuel cell system off

The power windows can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even
after the power switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. They
cannot, however, be operated once either front door is opened.

■

Jam protection function

If an object becomes jammed between the window and the window frame
while the window is closing, window movement is stopped and the window is
opened slightly.

■

Catch protection function

If an object becomes caught between the door and window while the window
is opening, window movement is stopped.

Opening and closing procedures

Window lock switch

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When the window cannot be opened or closed

When the jam protection function or catch protection function operates
unusually and the door window cannot be opened or closed, perform the fol-
lowing operations with the power window switch of that door.

●

Stop the vehicle. With the power switch in ON mode, within 4 seconds of the
jam protection function or catch protection function activating, continuously
operate the power window switch in the one-touch closing direction or one-
touch opening direction so that the door window can be opened and closed.

●

If the door window cannot be opened and closed even when performing the
above operations, perform the following procedure for function initialization.

Turn the power switch to ON mode.
Pull and hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing direction
and completely close the door window.
Release the power window switch for a moment, resume pulling the
switch in the one-touch closing direction, and hold it there for approxi-
mately 6 seconds or more.
Press and hold the power window switch in the one-touch opening direc-
tion. After the door window is completely opened, continue holding the
switch for an additional 1 second or more.
Release the power window switch for a moment, resume pushing the
switch in the one-touch opening direction, and hold it there for approxi-
mately 4 seconds or more.
Pull and hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing direction
again. After the door window is completely closed, continue holding the
switch for a further 1 second or more.

If you release the switch while the window is moving, start again from the
beginning. If the window reverses and cannot be fully closed or opened, have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

■

Door lock linked window operation

●

The power windows can be opened using the mechanical key.

*

(



P. 450)

●

The power windows can be opened using the wireless remote control.

*

(



P. 132)

*

: These settings must be customized at your Toyota dealer.

■

Power windows open warning buzzer

The buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display
in the instrument cluster when the power switch is turned off and the driver’s
door is opened with the power windows open.

■

Customization

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



P. 488)

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

■

Closing the windows

●

The driver is responsible for all the power window operations, including the
operation for the passengers. In order to prevent accidental operation,
especially by a child, do not let a child operate the power windows. It is
possible for children and other passengers to have body parts caught in
the power window. Also, when riding with a child, it is recommended to use
the window lock switch. (



P. 167)

●

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

●

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

●

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

■

Jam protection function

●

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

●

The jam protection function may not work if something gets jammed just
before the window is fully closed. Be careful not to get any part of your
body jammed in the window.

■

Catch protection function

●

Never use any part of your body or clothing to intentionally activate the
catch protection function.

●

The catch protection function may not work if something gets caught just
before the window is fully opened. Be careful not to get any part of your
body or clothing caught in the window.

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Driving the vehicle. . . . 172
Cargo and luggage . . ... 180
Vehicle load limits . . . . 183
Trailer towing. . . . . . 184
Dinghy towing . . . . ... 185

5-2. Driving procedures

Power switch . . . . . . 186
Transmission. . . . . . 193
Turn signal lever. . . . 199
Parking brake . . . . . 200

5-3. Operating the lights

and wipers

Headlight switch . . . . 201
Automatic High Beam . ... 205
Windshield wipers and

washer . . . . . . . 210

5-4. Refueling

Opening the fuel door . ... 213

5-5. Using the driving

support systems

Toyota Safety Sense 2.0... 218
PCS

(Pre-Collision System) ... 226

LDA (Lane Departure Alert

with steering control). ... 238

RSA (Road Sign Assist). 248
Dynamic radar cruise

control . . . . . . . . 253

Intuitive parking assist. ... 265
Parking Support Brake

function
(for static objects) . . ... 274

BSM

(Blind Spot Monitor) . . 286
• The Blind Spot Monitor

function . . . . . . . 289

• The Rear Cross Traffic

Alert function. . . . . 292

Driving assist systems . .. 295

5-6. Driving tips

Winter driving tips . . . . 301

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Driving the vehicle



P. 186

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



P. 193)

Check that the shift position indicator shows D.

Release the parking brake. (



P. 200)

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

With the shift position in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.

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



P. 194)

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



P. 200)

Shift the shift position to P. (



P. 194)

Check that the shift position indicator shows P.

Press the power switch to stop the fuel cell system.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your person.

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

Firmly set the parking brake and then shift the shift position to D.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.

The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe
driving:

Starting the fuel cell system

Driving

Stopping

Parking the vehicle

Starting off on a steep uphill

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When starting off on an uphill

The hill-start assist control will activate. (



P. 295)

■

For fuel-efficient driving

Keep in mind that fuel cell vehicles are similar to conventional vehicles, and it
is necessary to refrain from activities such as sudden acceleration. (



P. 102)

■

Driving in the rain

●

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

●

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

●

Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain,
because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road sur-
face, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.

■

Restraining the fuel cell system output (Brake Override System)

●

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

●

A warning message is displayed on the multi-information display while the
system is operating. If a warning message is shown on the multi-information
display, read the message and follow the instructions.

■

Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start Control)

●

When the following unusual operation is performed, the fuel cell system out-
put may be restrained.
• When the shift lever is shifted from R to D, D to R, N to R, P to D, or P to

R with the accelerator pedal depressed, a warning message appears on
the multi-information display. If a warning message is shown on the multi-
information display, read the message and follow the instructions.

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

reverse.

●

While Drive-Start Control is being activated, your vehicle may have trou-
ble escaping from the mud or fresh snow. In such case, deactivate TRAC
(



P. 296) to cancel Drive-Start Control so that the vehicle may become

able to escape from the mud or fresh snow.

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Breaking in your new Toyota

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

●

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

●

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

■

Drum-in-disc type parking brake system

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

■

Operating your vehicle in a foreign country

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



P. 468)

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WARNING

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

■

When starting the vehicle

Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the “READY”
indicator is illuminated. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.

■

When driving the vehicle

●

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

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

• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to difficulty

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

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

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

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

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

●

The driver should pay extra attention to pedestrians when the fuel cell sys-
tem is on. As there are no engine sounds, pedestrians may misjudge the
vehicle’s movement.

●

During normal driving, do not turn off the fuel cell system. Turning the fuel
cell system off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking con-
trol, however, power assist to the steering will be lost. This will make it
more difficult to steer smoothly, so you should pull over and stop the vehi-
cle as soon as it is safe to do so.
In the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the
vehicle in the normal way:



P. 409

●

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

●

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

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WARNING

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

■

When driving the vehicle

●

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

■

When driving on slippery road surfaces

●

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

●

Sudden acceleration or regenerative braking due to shifting could cause
the vehicle to skid.

●

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

■

When changing the shift position

●

Do not let the vehicle roll backward while a forward driving position is
selected, or roll forward while the shift position is in R.
Doing so may result in an accident or damage to the vehicle.

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

Shifting the shift position to N while the vehicle is moving will disengage
the fuel cell system. Regenerative braking is not available with the fuel cell
system disengaged.

●

Be careful not to shift the shift position with the accelerator pedal
depressed. Shifting the shift position to any position other than P or N may
lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an
accident and result in death or serious injury.
After shifting the shift position, make sure to check the current shift posi-
tion using the shift position indicator. (



P. 193)

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WARNING

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

■

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

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

■

When the vehicle is stopped

●

Do not depress the accelerator pedal unnecessarily.
If the shift position is in any position other than P or N, the vehicle may
accelerate suddenly and unexpectedly, causing an accident.

●

In order to prevent accidents due to the vehicle rolling away, always keep
depressing the brake pedal while stopped with the “READY” indicator is
illuminated, and apply the parking brake as necessary.

●

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

■

When the vehicle is parked

●

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

fire.

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

plastic material of glasses to deform or crack.

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

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

●

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

●

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

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WARNING

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

■

When the vehicle is parked

●

Do not leave a door or window open if the curved glass is coated with a

metallized film such as a silver-colored one. Reflected sunlight may cause

the glass to act as a lens, causing a fire.

●

Always apply the parking brake, shift the shift position to P, stop the fuel

cell system and lock the vehicle.

Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the “READY” indicator is illumi-

nated.

If the vehicle is parked with the shift position in P but the parking brake is

not set, the vehicle may start to move, possibly leading to an accident.

■

When taking a nap in the vehicle

Always turn the fuel cell system off. Otherwise, if you accidentally move the

shift lever or depress the accelerator pedal, causing the vehicle to uninten-

tionally move, which can lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious

injury.

■

When braking

●

When the brakes are wet, drive more cautiously.

Braking distance increases when the brakes are wet, and this may cause

one side of the vehicle to brake differently than the other side. Also, the

parking brake may not securely hold the vehicle.

●

If the electronically controlled brake system does not operate, do not fol-

low other vehicles closely and avoid hills or sharp turns that require brak-

ing.

In this case, braking is still possible, but the brake pedal should be

depressed more firmly than usual. Also, the braking distance will increase.

Have your brakes fixed immediately.

●

The brake system consists of 2 or more individual hydraulic systems; if

one of the systems fails, the other(s) will still operate. In this case, the

brake pedal should be depressed more firmly than usual and the braking

distance will increase. Have your brakes fixed immediately.

NOTICE

■

When driving the vehicle

●

Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during
driving, as this may restrain the fuel cell system output.

●

Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake
pedals at the same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.

■

When parking the vehicle

Always set the parking brake, and shift the shift position to P. Failure to do
so may cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if
the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed.

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Avoiding damage to vehicle parts

●

Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for
an extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.

●

When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.

■

If you get a flat tire while driving

A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehi-
cle.

●

It may be difficult to control your vehicle.

●

The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.

●

The vehicle will lean abnormally.

Information on what to do in case of a flat tire (



P. 432)

■

When encountering flooded roads

Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain, etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:

●

Fuel cell system stalling

●

Short in electrical components

●

Fuel cell system damage caused by water immersion

In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:

●

Fuel cell system

●

Brake function

●

Changes in quantity and quality of transmission fluid, etc.

●

Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

If the shift control system is damaged by flooding, it may not be possible to
shift the shift position to P, or from P to other positions. When the shift posi-
tion cannot be changed from P to any other position, the front wheels will
lock, and you will be unable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels on the
ground, as the front wheels may be locked. In this case, transport the vehi-
cle with both front wheels or all four wheels lifted.

■

If the vehicle will not shift out of the P position

There is a possibility that the 12-volt battery is discharged. Check the
12-volt battery in this situation.

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Cargo and luggage

Cargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capacity) — (Total weight of occupants)

Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit —

(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and

cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s
placard.

(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that

will be riding in your vehicle.

(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from

XXX kg or XXX lbs.

(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and lug-

gage load capacity.
For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be
five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available
cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400



750 (5



150) =

650 lbs.)

(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded

on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available
cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.

(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be

transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how
this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your
vehicle.
(



P. 183)

Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Your

vehicle is not designed for trailer towing.

Take notice of the following information about storage precau-
tions, cargo capacity and load.

Capacity and distribution

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Cargo capacity
Total load capacity (vehicle
capacity weight) (



P. 466)

When 2 people with the combined weight of A lb. (kg) are riding in
your vehicle, which has a total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight)
of B lb. (kg), the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity
will be C lb. (kg) as follows:
B*

2

lb. (kg) - A*

1

lb. (kg) = C*

3

lb. (kg)

*

1

: A =Weight of people

*

2

: B =Total load capacity

*

3

: C =Available cargo and luggage load

In this condition, if 3 more passengers with the combined weight of D

lb. (kg) get on, the available cargo and luggage load will be reduced E

lb. (kg) as follows:

C lb. (kg) - D*

4

lb. (kg) = E*

5

lb. (kg)

*

4

: D =Additional weight of people

*

5

: E =Available cargo and luggage load

As shown in the example above, if the number of occupants
increases, the cargo and luggage load will be reduced by an amount
that equals the increased weight due to the additional occupants. In
other words, if an increase in the number of occupants causes an
excess of the total load capacity (combined weight of occupants plus
cargo and luggage load), you must reduce the cargo and luggage on
your vehicle.

Calculation formula for your vehicle

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Things that must not be carried in the trunk

The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the trunk:

●

Vehicle receptacle containing gasoline

●

Aerosol cans

■

Storage precautions

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may prevent the pedals from being depressed properly,

may block the driver’s vision, or may result in items hitting the driver or

passengers, possibly causing an accident.

●

Stow cargo and luggage in the trunk whenever possible.

●

Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations.
• At the feet of the driver

• On the front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)

• On the package tray

• On the instrument panel

• On the dashboard

●

Secure all items in the occupant compartment.

■

Capacity and distribution

●

Do not exceed the maximum axle weight rating or the total vehicle

weight rating.

●

Even if the total load of occupant’s weight and the cargo load is less

than the total load capacity, do not apply the load unevenly. Improper

loading may cause deterioration of steering or braking control which

may cause death or serious injury.

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Vehicle load limits

◆

Total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight): (



P. 466)

Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants, cargo
and luggage.

◆

Seating capacity: 4 occupants (Front 2, Rear 2)

Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants whose
estimated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person.

◆

Towing capacity

Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.

◆

Cargo capacity

Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight
and the number of occupants.

■

Total load capacity and seating capacity

These details are also described on the tire and loading information label.

(



P. 393)

Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity,
towing capacity and cargo capacity.

WARNING

■

Overloading the vehicle

Do not overload the vehicle.

It may not only cause damage to the tires, but also degrade steering

and braking ability, resulting in an accident.

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Trailer towing

Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.
Toyota also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch
or the use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicy-
cle, etc. Your vehicle is not designed for trailer towing or for the
use of tow hitch mounted carriers.

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Dinghy towing

Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels
on the ground) behind a motor home.

NOTICE

■

To avoid serious damage to your vehicle

Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground.

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Power switch

Check that the parking brake is set.
Firmly depress the brake pedal.

will be displayed on the multi-information display.

If it is not displayed, the fuel cell system cannot be started.
When shift position N is selected, the fuel cell system cannot start. Select
the P position when starting the fuel cell system. (



P. 194)

Press the power switch shortly
and firmly.

When operating the power switch,
one short, firm press is enough.
It is not necessary to press and
hold the switch.
If the “READY” indicator turns on,
the fuel cell system will operate
normally.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal until the “READY” indicator
is illuminated.
The fuel cell system can be started
from any power switch mode.

Check that the “READY” indicator is illuminated.

The vehicle will not move when the “READY” indicator is off.

Performing the following operations when carrying the elec-
tronic key on your person starts the fuel cell system or changes
power switch modes.

Starting the fuel cell system

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2

3

4

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Stop the vehicle completely.
Set the parking brake. (



P. 200)

Press the P position switch.
(



P. 194)

Check that the shift position indica-
tor shows P. (



P. 193)

Press the power switch.

The meter display will turn off, indicating the fuel cell system has stopped.
(The shift position indicator is displayed for several seconds)
The H

2

O indicator will illuminate, indicating exhaust water is being purged.

Release the brake pedal and check that the meter display is off.

When the fuel cell system is stopped, water is automatically purged
from the tailpipe. To minimize water accumulation at parking garages,
etc., purge can be done manually before parking.
While the “READY” indicator is
on, press the H

2

O switch.

The H

2

O indicator on the meter

turns on.

Press the switch again to stop the
purge.
Remember that water is being gen-
erated as long as the fuel cell sys-
tem is operating. So a small
amount of water will be generated
after manual purging and before
parking.

Stopping the fuel cell system

1

2

3

Water release (H

2

O switch)

4

5

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Modes can be changed by pressing the power switch with brake pedal
released. (The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.)

Off

The emergency flashers can be
used.

ACCESSORY mode

Some electrical components such
as the audio system can be used.
“Accessory” will be displayed on
the main display.

ON mode

All electrical components can be
used.
“Ignition On” will be displayed on
the main display.

■

Auto power off function

If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or ON
mode (the fuel cell system is not operating) for more than an hour with the
shift position in P, the power switch will automatically turn off. However, this
function cannot entirely prevent 12-volt battery discharge. Do not leave the
vehicle with the power switch in ACCESSORY or ON mode for long periods
of time when the fuel cell system is not operating.

■

Sounds and vibrations specific to a fuel cell vehicle



P. 88

■

Electronic key battery depletion



P. 130

Changing power switch modes

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Starting the fuel cell system in cold temperatures

●

When the power switch is pressed and the fuel cell system starts (



P. 186)

during cold temperatures, the fuel cell stack is quickly warmed up using the
waste heat during power generation.

●

When the temperatures is cold, it may take some time until the “READY”
indicator turns on.

●

When starting the fuel cell system during cold weather, “FC System Shut-
down due to Freezing conditions Stop Your Vehicle in a Safe Place and
Contact Your Dealer” may be displayed in the multi-information display.
The fuel cell system is frozen and can not be started. Contact a Toyota
dealer.

●

The power output will be temporarily limited until the fuel cell system
reaches full operating temperature.

●

The fuel cell system noises may become louder when the temperature is
cold. This is the normal warm-up operation and is not a malfunction. In
some cases, operation noises may continue for a some time even after the
“READY” indicator has turned on. (



P. 88)

■

Stopping the fuel cell system in cold temperatures

●

When the power switch is pressed and the fuel cell system is stopped
(



P. 187) during cold temperatures, the time for water purge from the tail-

pipe may be longer than usual to prevent liquid in the fuel cell stack from
freezing.

●

The water purge time may also be long if the system is stopped before fuel
cell system warm-up is completed.

●

It is normal to hear hissing and other sounds during purge. (



P. 88)

●

The H

2

O indicator on the meter will illuminate during purge.

●

In extremely cold temperatures, the
“READY” indicator may take more than
10 seconds to illuminate. In this case,
the status progression of the fuel cell
system startup is displayed on the multi-
information display.

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Parking the vehicle during cold weather

●

Water may automatically purge from the tailpipe, even when the fuel cell
system is off, in order to prevent liquid in the fuel cell stack, hydrogen pipe-
lines, etc., from freezing.

●

It is normal to hear hissing and other sounds during purge. (



P. 88)

●

The H

2

O indicator on the meter will illuminate during purge.

■

Water release function during cold weather

In the following cases, the fuel cell system automatic drainage may not oper-
ate. It may not be possible to start the fuel cell system due to the fuel cell
stack, hydrogen pipes, etc, being frozen.

• When transporting or towing the vehicle in frozen areas
• When the 12-volt battery terminals are disconnected and remain as such

in frozen areas

Operate the water release function with the following procedure beforehand
to prevent water from freezing in the system.

Turn the power switch to ON mode and press the H

2

O switch.

Check that the H

2

O indicator on the meter turns on.

While depressing the brake, press the power switch to start the fuel cell
system.
Check that the “READY” indicator turns on.
Press the power switch to stop the fuel cell system.
The water release is automatically performed. During water purge, the
H

2

O indicator turns on. (Longer than normal water purge)

■

Conditions affecting operation



P. 146

■

Notes for the entry function



P. 147

■

If the fuel cell system does not start

●

The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (



P. 78)

Contact your Toyota dealer.

●

Check that the shift position is P. (



P. 193)

The fuel cell system cannot be started when the shift position is N.
If P position is not selected, “Shift to P position to start” will be displayed on
the multi-information display.

●

Check that the fuel door is closed.
When the fuel door is open, the fuel cell system cannot be started.
Close the fuel door before starting the system. (



P. 216)

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2

3

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If “Smart Key System Malfunction See Owner’s Manual” is displayed on
the multi-information display

The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer immediately.

■

If the “READY” indicator does not come on

In the event that the “READY” indicator does not come on even after perform-
ing the proper procedures for starting the vehicle, contact your Toyota dealer
immediately.

■

If the fuel cell system is malfunctioning



P. 426

■

If the electronic key battery is depleted



P. 400

■

Operation of the power switch

If the switch is not pressed shortly and firmly, the power switch mode may not
change or the fuel cell system may not start.

■

Automatic P position selection function

●

When the shift position is other than P, pressing the power switch with the
vehicle stopped completely will cause the shift position to change to P auto-
matically, and then the power switch will turn off.

●

When turning the power switch off with the shift position other than P, firmly
depress the brake pedal and confirm that the shift position* has changed to
P before slowly releasing the brake pedal.

*

: Even after the instrument panel display has been turned off, the shift

position indicator will continue to be displayed for several seconds.

■

If the shift control system malfunctions

The power switch will not be able to be turned off. In this occurs, the switch
can be turned off by applying the parking brake.
If the system malfunctions, have your vehicle serviced by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

■

If the smart key system has been deactivated in a customized setting



P. 486

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WARNING

■

When starting the fuel cell system

Always start the fuel cell system while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not
depress the accelerator pedal while starting the fuel cell system under any
circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

■

Stopping the fuel cell system in an emergency

If you want to stop the fuel cell system in an emergency while driving the
vehicle, press and hold the power switch for more than 2 seconds, or press
it briefly 3 times or more in succession. (



P. 409)

However, do not touch the power switch while driving except in an emer-
gency. Turning the fuel cell system off while driving will not cause loss of
steering or braking control, however, power assist to the steering will be
lost. This will make it more difficult to steer smoothly, so you should pull over
and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

NOTICE

■

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the power switch in ACCESSORY or ON mode for long peri-
ods if the fuel cell system is off.

■

When starting the fuel cell system

If the fuel cell system becomes difficult to start, have your vehicle checked
by your Toyota dealer immediately.

■

Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the power switch

If the power switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual,
such as the switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact
your Toyota dealer immediately.

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Transmission

Shift lever
Operate the shift lever gently
and ensure correct shifting
operation.
Release the shift lever after
each shifting operation to allow
it return to the

position.

When shifting to the D
or R positions, move
the shift lever along the
shift gate.
To shift to the N posi-
tion, slide the shift lever
to the left and hold it.
The shift position will
change to N.
To shift to the Br mode, pull the shift lever to the rear along
the shift gate. Shifting to Br mode is only possible when the
shift position D is selected.

When shifting from P to N, D or R, from D to R, or from R to D,
ensure that the brake pedal is being depressed and that the vehicle
is stationary.
Shift position indicator
When selecting a shift position, make sure that the shift position
has been changed to the desired position by checking the shift
position indicator provided on the instrument panel.

Shifting the shift lever

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The shift position can be changed to P through the use of the P posi-
tion switch.
Fully stop the vehicle and keep
depressing the brake pedal, and
then press the P position switch.

When the shift position is changed
to P, the switch indicator comes on.
Check that the P position indicator
is illuminated on the shift position
indicator.

■

Shifting the shift position from P to other positions

While depressing the brake pedal firmly, operate the shift lever. If
the shift lever is operated without depressing the brake pedal, a
buzzer will sound and the shifting operation will be disabled.

Shift position purpose

Shift position

Objective or function

P

Parking the vehicle/starting the fuel cell system

R

Reversing

N

Neutral

D

Normal driving

P position switch

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The following modes can be selected to suit driving conditions.

■

Eco drive mode/Power mode

Eco drive mode
Suitable for improving the
fuel economy, because the
torque corresponding to the
accelerator pedal depres-
sion amount can be gener-
ated more smoothly than it is
in normal conditions.

is displayed on the air conditioning screen and the system

goes into ECO HEAT/COOL mode. (



P. 308)

When the “ECO MODE” switch is pressed, the “ECO MODE”
indicator will illuminate on the main display.
To cancel Eco drive mode, press the “ECO MODE” switch again.
At this time, the ECO HEAT/COOL mode is canceled.
Power mode
Use when high levels of response and feeling are desirable, such
as when driving in mountainous regions or when overtaking.
When the “POWER MODE” switch is pressed, the POWER
MODE indicator will illuminate on the main display.
To cancel power mode, press the “POWER MODE” switch again.

■

Br mode

Suitable for driving that requires
strong regenerative braking,
such as down-hill driving, etc.
To select Br mode, shift the shift
lever down. (



P. 193)

The Br mode indicator will illumi-
nate on the meter.

To return to normal driving mode, depress the accelerator pedal or
select the D position again with the shift lever.

Selecting a drive mode

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For the shift positions

●

When the power switch is off, the shift position cannot be changed.

●

When the power switch is in ON mode (the fuel cell system is not operating),
the shift position can only be changed to N. The shift position will be
changed to N even if the shift position is shifted to D or R and held in that
position.

●

When the “READY” indicator is on, the shift position can be changed from P
to D, N or R.

●

When the “READY” indicator is flashing, the shift position cannot be
changed from P to another position even if the shift lever is operated.
Wait until the “READY” indicator changes from a flashing to a solid light, and
then operate the shift lever again.

In addition, if an attempt is made to change the shift position by moving the
shift lever or by pressing the P position switch in any of the following situa-
tions, a buzzer will sound and the shifting operation will be disabled or the
shift position will automatically change to N. When this happens, select an
appropriate shift position.

●

When attempting to change the shift position from P without depressing the
brake pedal, the shift position change is invalidated.

●

Situations where the shift position will automatically change to N:
• When the P position switch is pressed while the vehicle is running.

*

1

• When an attempt is made to select the R position by moving the shift

lever when the vehicle is moving forward.

*

2

• When an attempt is made to select the D position by moving the shift

lever when the vehicle is moving in reverse.

*

3

• When an attempt is made to change the shift position from R to Br mode

by moving the shift lever.

*

1

: Shift position may be changed to P when driving at extremely low speeds.

*

2

: Shift position may be changed to R when driving at low speeds.

*

3

: Shift position may be changed to D when driving at low speeds.

■

Br mode

Depending on the condition of the traction battery, Br mode may not be avail-
able.
In that case, a message is displayed on the multi-information display.

■

Sounds when in Br mode



P. 88

■

Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start Control)



P. 173

■

Reverse warning buzzer

When shifting into R, a buzzer will sound to inform the driver that the shift
position is in R.

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Regenerative Braking

When the shift position is in D, regenerative braking is engaged when the foot
is released from the accelerator pedal.

■

ECO HEAT/COOL mode operation for Eco drive mode

●

When the “ECO MODE” switch is pressed, the system switches over to
ECO HEAT/COOL mode. (



P. 311) During the use of Eco drive mode, only

the ECO HEAT/COOL mode can be canceled.

●

When it is desired to improve the effectiveness of the air conditioning sys-
tem, perform the following operations.
• Adjust the temperature settings and airflow mode.
• Press

of the air conditioning operation panel (



P. 306) and can-

cel the ECO HEAT/COOL mode, or cancel Eco drive mode.

■

Power mode automatic deactivation

Power mode is automatically deactivated if the power switch is turned off after
driving in power mode.

■

Shifting from P on a slope

When changing to another position from P when parked on a slope in the P
position, vibrations may be felt.

WARNING

■

When driving on slippery road surfaces

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

■

For the shift lever

Do not remove the shift lever knob or use anything but a genuine Toyota
shift lever knob. Also, do not hang anything on the shift lever.
Doing so could prevent the shift lever from returning to position, causing
unexpected accidents to occur when the vehicle is in motion.

■

P position switch

Do not press the P position switch while the vehicle is moving.
If the P position switch is pressed when driving at very low speeds (for
example, directly before stopping the vehicle), the vehicle may stop sud-
denly when the shift position switches to P, which could lead to an accident.

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NOTICE

■

Situations where shift control system malfunctions are possible

If any of the following situations occurs, shift control system malfunctions
are possible.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place on level ground, apply the park-
ing brake, and then contact your Toyota dealer.

●

When a warning message indicating malfunction appears on the multi-
information display. (



P. 426)

●

When the shift position indicator remains off.

■

If the vehicle cannot be shifted out of P

There is a possibility that the 12-volt battery is discharged. Check the
12-volt battery in this situation.

■

Notes regarding shift lever and P position switch operation

Avoid repeatedly operating the shift lever and P position switch in quick suc-
cession.
The system protection function may activate and it will not be temporarily
possible to shift the shift position other than P. If this happens, please wait
for a while before attempting to change the shift position again.

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Turn signal lever

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

■

Turn signals can be operated when

The power switch is in ON mode.

■

If the indicator flashes faster than usual

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

Operating instructions

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Parking brake

To set the parking brake, fully
depress the parking brake pedal
with your left foot while depress-
ing the brake pedal with your right
foot.
(Depressing the pedal again
releases the parking brake.)

■

Parking the vehicle



P. 172

■

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.

■

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.

■

If the brake system warning light comes on



P. 418

■

Usage in winter time



P. 302

Operating instructions

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

NOTICE

■

When parking the vehicle

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

■

Before driving

Fully release the parking brake.
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake
wear.

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Headlight switch

Operating the

switch turns on the lights as follows:



For U.S.A.

The side marker, park-
ing, tail, license plate,
instrument panel lights,
and daytime running
lights (



P. 203) turn

on.
The headlights and all
lights

listed

above

(except daytime run-
ning lights) turn on.
The headlights, park-
ing, daytime running
lights (



P. 203) and all

the lights listed above
turn on and off auto-
matically (when the
power switch is in ON
mode).
The daytime running lights turn off. (



P. 203)

The headlights can be operated manually or automatically.

Operating instructions

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

For Canada

The side marker, park-
ing, tail, license plate,
instrument panel lights,
and daytime running
lights (



P. 203) turn

on.
The headlights and all
lights

listed

above

(except daytime run-
ning lights) turn on.
The headlights, park-
ing, daytime running
lights (



P. 203) and all

the lights listed above
turn on and off auto-
matically (when the
power switch is in ON
mode).
The daytime running lights turn on. (



P. 203)

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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.

■

Daytime running light system

●

The daytime running lights illuminate using the same lights as the parking
lights and illuminate brighter than the parking lights.

●

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 fuel cell system is operating
• The parking brake is released
• The headlight switch is in the

(Canada only),

or

*

position

*

: When the surroundings are bright

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

●

For the U.S.A.: 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.

■

Headlight control sensor

Turning on the high beam headlights

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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Automatic light off system

●

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

●

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

or

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.

■

Automatic headlight leveling system

The level of the headlights is automatically adjusted according to the number
of passengers and the loading condition of the vehicle to ensure that the
headlights do not interfere with other road users.

■

Light reminder buzzer

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.

■

12-volt battery-saving function

In order to prevent the 12-volt battery of the vehicle from discharging, if the
headlights and/or tail lights are on when the power switch is turned off the
12-volt battery saving function will operate and automatically turn off all the
lights after approximately 20 minutes. When the power switch is turned to ON
mode, the 12-volt battery-saving function will be disabled.
When any of the following are performed, the 12-volt battery-saving function
is canceled once and then reactivated. All the lights will turn off automatically
20 minutes after the 12-volt battery-saving function has been reactivated:

●

When the headlight switch is operated

●

When a door is opened or closed

■

Customization

Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be changed.
(Customizable features:



P. 488)

NOTICE

■

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

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

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Automatic High Beam

Push the lever away from you
with the headlight switch in

or

position.

Press the Automatic High
Beam switch.

The Automatic High Beam indica-
tor will come on when the head-
lights are turned on automatically
to indicate that the system is
active.

The Automatic High Beam uses an in-vehicle camera sensor to
assess the brightness of streetlights, the lights of oncoming and
preceding vehicles, etc., and automatically turns high beam on
or off as necessary.

Activating the Automatic High Beam system

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2