Toyota Avalon Hybrid (2022 year). Manual in english — page 6
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Driving position memory
This feature automatically adjusts the driver’s seat, steering
wheel and outside rear view mirrors to make entering and exit-
ing the vehicle easier or to suit your preferences.
Power easy access system
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
3
and steering wheel are automati-
cally adjusted to a position that
allows driver to enter and exit the
vehicle easily.
• The shift lever has been shifted
to P.
• 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.
■ 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
Some functions can be customized. (P. 548)
: If equipped
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Driving position memory
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
1
Check that the shift lever is in P.
2
Turn the power switch to ON mode.
3
Adjust the driver’s seat, steering wheel, and outside rear view
mirrors to the desired positions.
4
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.
■ Recall procedure
1
Check that the shift lever is in P.
2
Turn the power switch to ON mode.
3
Press one of the buttons for
the driving position you want
to recall until the buzzer
sounds.
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■ To stop the position recall operation part-way through
Perform any of the following operations:
● 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. 159)
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
3
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.
■When the recorded seat position cannot be recalled
The seat position may not be recalled in some situations when the seat posi-
tion is recorded in a certain range. For details, contact your Toyota dealer.
■ 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.
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Memory recall function
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.
1
Check that the shift lever is in P.
2
Turn the power switch to ON mode.
3
Recall the driving position that you want to record.
4
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
1
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).
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.
2
The seat and steering wheel will move to the recorded position.
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■ 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.
1
Turn the power switch to ON mode.
While pressing the “SET” button, press and hold the door lock
2
switch (either lock or unlock) until the buzzer sounds twice.
If it button could not be canceled, the buzzer sounds continuously for
approximately 3 seconds.
■ Recalling the driving position using the memory recall function
3
● 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
Some functions can be customized. (P. 548)
WARNING
■ 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
Head restraints are provided for all seats.
Front seats and rear outboard seats
1
Up
Pull the head restraint up.
2
Down
Push the head restraint down while
pressing the lock release button.
Lock release button
Rear center seat
Head restraints cannot be adjusted or removed.
■ Removing the head restraints
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 back angle or, if possible, the seat
Lock
height. (P. 159, 161)
release
button
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■ Installing the head restraints
Front seats
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.
Lock release
button
Rear outboard seats
Align the head restraint with the installa-
tion holes and push it down to the lowest
lock position while pressing the lock
3
release button.
Lock release
button
■Adjusting the height of the head restraints
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.
(However, if a head restraint interferes with installation of a child restraint
system, the head restraint can be removed to accommodate the child
restraint system: P. 54)
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Steering wheel
Adjustment procedure
Manual type
Hold the steering wheel and
1
push the lever down.
Adjust to the ideal position by
2
moving the steering wheel hori-
zontally and vertically.
After adjustment, pull the lever up
to secure the steering wheel.
Power type
Operating the switch moves the steering wheel in the following direc-
tions:
1
Up
2
Down
3
Toward the driver
4
Away from the driver
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Horn
To sound the horn, press on or
close to the
mark.
■The steering wheel can be adjusted when (power type)
The power switch is in ACCESSORY or ON mode.
3
■ Automatic adjustment of the steering position (vehicles with driving
position memory)
A desired steering position can be entered to memory and recalled automati-
cally by the driving position memory system. (P. 163)
■ Power easy access system (vehicles with driving position memory)
The steering wheel and driver’s seat move in accordance with power switch
mode and the driver’s seat belt condition. (→P. 163)
WARNING
■Caution while driving
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.
■ After adjusting the steering wheel (manual type)
Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked.
Otherwise, the steering wheel may move suddenly, possibly causing an
accident, and resulting in death or serious injury. Also, the horn may not
sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked.
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Inside rear view mirror
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
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.
Anti-glare function
Responding to the level of brightness of the headlights of vehicles
behind, the reflected light is automatically reduced.
Vehicles with garage door
Vehicles without garage door
opener
opener
Indicator
Indicator
Changing automatic anti-glare function mode
On/off
When the automatic anti-glare function is in ON mode, the indicator illumi-
nates.
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.)
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■ To prevent sensor error
Vehicles without garage door opener
To ensure that the sensors operate prop-
erly, do not touch or cover them.
Vehicles with garage door opener
To ensure that the sensors operate prop-
erly, do not touch or cover them.
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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
Adjustment procedure
1
To select a mirror to adjust, turn
the switch.
1
Left
2
Right
2
To adjust the mirror, operate the
switch.
1
Up
2
Right
3
Down
4
Left
Folding the mirrors
Push the mirror back in the direc-
tion of the vehicle’s rear.
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Linked mirror function when reversing (vehicles with driving
position memory)
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, select neither “L” nor “R” of the mirror select
switch.
■ Adjusting the mirror angle when the vehicle is reversing
With the shift lever in R, adjust the mirror angle at a desired posi-
tion.
The adjusted angle will be memorized and the mirror will automati-
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cally tilt to the memorized angle whenever the shift lever 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 lever in other than R). There-
fore, 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.
■ 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. 365)
■Automatic adjustment of the mirror angle (vehicles with driving position
memory)
A desired mirror face angle can be entered to memory and recalled automati-
cally by the driving position memory. (P. 163)
■Auto anti-glare function (driver’s side only) (if equipped)
When the anti-glare inside rear view mirror is set to automatic mode, the out-
side rear view mirrors will activate in conjunction with the anti-glare inside
rear view mirror to reduce reflected light. (P. 172)
■ Customization
Some functions can be customized. (P. 548)
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WARNING
■ 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.
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177
Power windows
Opening and closing procedures
The power windows can be opened and closed using the switches.
Operating the switch moves the windows as follows:
1
Closing
2
One-touch closing*
3
Opening
4
One-touch opening*
*: To stop the window partway, oper-
3
ate the switch in the opposite direc-
tion.
Window lock switch
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 hybrid 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.
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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.
1
2
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
3
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-
4
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
5
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
6
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.
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■ Door lock linked window operation
● The power windows can be opened and closed using the mechanical key.*
(P. 507)
● The power windows can be opened using the wireless remote control.*
(P. 142)
*: These settings must be customized at your Toyota dealer.
■ Alarm
The alarm may be triggered if the alarm is set and a power window is closed
using the door lock linked power window operation function. (P. 88)
■ Power windows open warning buzzer
A 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.
3
■ Customization
Some functions can be customized. (P. 548)
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WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■Opening and 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. 177)
● 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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Moon roof
Use the overhead switches to open and close the moon roof and
tilt it up and down.
Opening and closing
Opens the moon roof*
1
The moon roof stops slightly before
the fully open position to reduce
wind noise.
Press the switch again to fully open
the moon roof.
3
2
Closes the moon roof*
*: Lightly press either side of the
moon roof switch to stop the moon
roof partway.
Tilting up and down
1
Tilts the moon roof up*
2
Tilts the moon roof down*
*: Lightly press either side of the
moon roof switch to stop the moon
roof partway.
: If equipped
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■The moon roof can be operated when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■ Operating the moon roof after turning the hybrid system off
The moon roof can be operated for approximately 45 seconds after the power
switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. It cannot, however, be
operated once either front door is opened.
■ Jam protection function
If an object is detected between the moon roof and the frame while the moon
roof is closing or tilting down, travel is stopped and the moon roof opens
slightly.
■Sunshade
The sunshade can be opened and closed manually. However, the sunshade
will open automatically when the moon roof is opened.
■ Door lock linked moon roof operation
● The moon roof can be opened and closed using the mechanical key.*
(P. 507)
● The moon roof can be opened using the wireless remote control.*
(P. 142)
*: These settings must be customized at your Toyota dealer.
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■ When the moon roof does not close normally
Perform the following procedure:
● If the moon roof closes but then re-opens slightly
1
Stop the vehicle.
2
Press and hold the “CLOSE” switch.*1
The moon roof will close, reopen and pause for approximately 10 sec-
onds.*2 Then it will close again, tilt up and pause for approximately 1 sec-
ond. Finally, it will tilt down, open and close.
3
Check to make sure that the moon roof is completely closed and then
release the switch.
● If the moon roof tilts down but then tilts back up
1
Stop the vehicle.
2
Press and hold the “UP” switch*1 until the moon roof moves into the tilt
3
up position and stops.
3
Release the “UP” switch once and then press and hold the “UP” switch
again.*1
The moon roof will pause for approximately 10 seconds in the tilt up posi-
tion.*2 Then it will adjust slightly and pause for approximately 1 second.
Finally, it will tilt down, open and close.
4
Check to make sure that the moon roof is completely closed and then
release the switch.
*1: If the switch is released at the incorrect time, the procedure will have to
be performed again from the beginning.
*2: If the switch is released after the above mentioned 10 second pause,
automatic operation will be disabled. In that case, press and hold the
“CLOSE” or “UP” switch, and the moon roof will tilt up and pause for
approximately 1 second. Then it will tilt down, open and close. Check to
make sure that the moon roof is completely closed and then release the
switch.
If the moon roof does not fully close even after performing the above proce-
dure correctly, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
■ Alarm
The alarm may be triggered if the alarm is set and the moon roof is closed
using the door lock linked moon roof operation function. (P. 88)
■Moon roof open warning buzzer
A 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 moon roof open.
■ Customization
Some functions can be customized. (P. 548)
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WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may cause death or serious injury.
■Opening the moon roof
● Do not allow any passengers to put their hands or heads outside the vehi-
cle while it is moving.
● Do not sit on top of the moon roof.
■Opening and closing the moon roof
● The driver is responsible for moon roof opening and closing operations.
In order to prevent accidental operation, especially by a child, do not let a
child operate the moon roof. It is possible for children and other passen-
gers to have body parts caught in the moon roof.
● Check to make sure that all passengers
do not have any part of their body in a
position where it could be caught when
the moon roof is being operated.
● When using the wireless remote control
or mechanical key and operating the
moon roof, operate the moon roof after
checking to make sure that there is no
possibility of any passenger having any
of their body parts caught in the moon
roof. Also, do not let a child operate
moon roof by the wireless remote con-
trol or mechanical key. It is possible for
children and other passengers to get
caught in the moon roof.
● 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 caught just
before the moon roof is fully closed. Also, the jam protection function is not
designed to operate while the switch is being pressed. Take care so that
your fingers, etc. do not get caught.
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Driving
4
4-1.
Before driving
4-5.
Using the driving
Driving the vehicle
186
support systems
Cargo and luggage
194
Toyota Safety
Sense 2.5+
239
Vehicle load limits
197
PCS (Pre-Collision
Trailer towing
198
System)
246
Dinghy towing
199
LTA (Lane Tracing
4-2.
Driving procedures
Assist)
261
Power (ignition) switch
200
RSA (Road Sign
EV drive mode
206
Assist)
276
Hybrid transmission
209
Dynamic radar cruise
Turn signal lever
215
control with full-speed
Parking brake
216
range
281
Brake Hold
220
BSM (Blind Spot
Monitor)
297
4-3.
Operating the lights
and wipers
• BSM function
301
Headlight switch
222
• RCTA function
304
AHB (Automatic High
Rear Camera Detection
Beam)
226
function (vehicles with
panoramic view
Windshield wipers and
washer
230
monitor)
309
Intuitive parking assist
313
4-4.
Refueling
Intelligent Clearance
Opening the fuel tank
Sonar (ICS)
321
cap
234
Driving mode select
switches
342
Driving assist systems
344
4-6.
Driving tips
Hybrid vehicle driving
tips
351
Winter driving tips
354
186
4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe
driving:
Starting the hybrid system
P. 200
Driving
1
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D. (P. 209)
2
Release the parking brake. (P. 216)
3
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelera-
tor pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
Stopping
1
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
2
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift the shift
lever to P. (P. 209)
Parking the vehicle
1
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
2
Set the parking brake (P. 216), and shift the shift lever to P
(P. 209).
3
Press the power switch to stop the hybrid system.
4
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your person.
If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
Starting off on a steep uphill
1
Make sure that the parking brake is set and shift the shift lever to D.
2
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
3
Release the parking brake.
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Sudden start restraint control (Drive-Start Control [DSC])
When the following unusual operation is performed with the accelera-
tor pedal depressed, the hybrid system output may be restrained.
• When the shift lever is shifted to R*.
• When the shift lever is shifted from P or R to forward drive shift
position such as D*.
When the system operates, a message appears on the multi-informa-
tion display. Read the message and follow the instruction.
*: Depending on the situation, the shift position may not be changed.
■When starting off on an uphill
The hill-start assist control will activate. (P. 344)
■ For fuel-efficient driving
Keep in mind that hybrid vehicles are similar to conventional vehicles, and it
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is necessary to refrain from activities such as sudden acceleration. (P. 351)
■ Coasting (Auto Glide Control)
When Eco drive mode is selected, under certain conditions, Auto Glide Con-
trol will operate automatically and allow the vehicle coast, enhancing fuel
economy. (P. 343)
■ 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 hybrid system output (Brake Override System)
● When the accelerator and brake pedals are depressed at the same time, the
hybrid system output may be restrained.
● A warning message is displayed on the multi-information display while the
system is operating.
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4-1. Before driving
■ ECO Accelerator Guidance (P. 109)
Eco-friendly driving may be achieved more easily by staying within the zone
of Eco acceleration. Also, by staying within the zone of Eco acceleration, it
will be easier to obtain a good Eco score.
● When starting off:
Gradually depress the accelerator pedal to stay within the zone of Eco accel-
eration and accelerate to the desired speed. By refraining from excessive
acceleration, a good eco start score will be obtained.
● When driving:
After accelerating to the desired speed, release the accelerator pedal and
drive at a stable speed while staying within the zone of Eco acceleration. By
staying within the zone of Eco acceleration, a good eco cruise score will be
obtained.
● When stopping:
By starting to release the accelerator pedal early before decelerating, a good
eco stop score will be obtained.
■ Drive-Start Control (DSC)
When the TRAC is turned off (P. 346), sudden start restraint control also
does not operate. If your vehicle have trouble escaping from the mud or fresh
snow due to sudden start restraint control operation, deactivate TRAC (P.
346) so that the vehicle may become able to escape from the mud or fresh
snow.
■ Breaking in your new Toyota
To extend the life of the vehicle, observing the following precautions is recom-
mended:
● For the first 186 miles (300 km):
Avoid sudden stops.
● For the first 621 miles (1000 km):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
• Avoid sudden acceleration.
• Do not drive continuously in low gears.
• Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.
■ Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability
of the correct fuel. (P. 526)
■Eco-friendly driving
P. 100, 126
4-1. Before driving
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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 a diffi-
culty in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.
• Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the
vehicle only slightly. This allows you to depress the brake and accelera-
tor pedals properly.
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• 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 vehicle is
powered only by the electric motor (traction motor). As there is no engine
noise, the pedestrians may misjudge the vehicle’s movement.
● Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammable materials.
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. These hot
parts may cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.
● During normal driving, do not turn off the hybrid system. Turning the hybrid
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.
In the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the
vehicle in the normal way: P. 471
● Use engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving
down a steep hill.
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose
effectiveness. (P. 210)
● Do not adjust the display, 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, engine braking due to shifting, or changes in engine
speed 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 shifting the shift lever
● Do not let the vehicle roll backward while the shift lever is in a driving posi-
tion, or roll forward while the shift lever is in R.
Doing so may result in an accident or damage to the vehicle.
● Do not shift the shift lever to P while the vehicle is moving.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle
control.
● Do not shift the shift lever to R while the vehicle is moving forward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle
control.
● Do not shift the shift lever to a driving position while the vehicle is moving
backward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle
control.
● Shifting the shift lever to N while the vehicle is moving will disengage the
hybrid system. Engine braking is not available when N is selected.
● Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
Shifting the shift lever to any position other than P or N may lead to unex-
pected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an accident and
result in death or serious injury.
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WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■ 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 lever is in any position other than P or N, the vehicle may accel-
erate suddenly and unexpectedly, causing an accident.
● In order to prevent accidents due to the vehicle rolling away, always keep
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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.
● Avoid revving or racing the engine.
Running the engine at high speed while the vehicle is stopped may cause
the exhaust system to overheat, which could result in a fire if combustible
material is nearby.
■ 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 fracture, causing the contents to spray over the
interior of the vehicle, and may also cause a short circuit in the vehicle’s
electrical components.
● 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 lever to P, stop the hybrid
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 lever in P but the parking brake is not
set, the vehicle may start to move, possibly leading to an accident.
● Do not touch the exhaust pipes while the “READY” indicator is illuminated
or immediately after turning the hybrid system off.
Doing so may cause burns.
■ When taking a nap in the vehicle
Always turn the hybrid system off. Otherwise, if you accidentally move the
shift lever or depress the accelerator pedal, this could cause an accident or
fire due to hybrid system overheating. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked in
a poorly ventilated area, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle,
leading to death or a serious health hazard.
■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.
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