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

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Before folding down the third seats

Stow the third center seat belt. (



P. 32)

Adjust the center head
restraint to the downmost
position.

Stow the third seat belt buck-
les.

Folding down the third seats

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Folding down the third seats (manual type)

Pull the head restraint lock
release lever to fold the head
restraint.

Pull the lever to unlock the seatback and then fold the seatback
down.

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2



From rear door side



From back door side

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Folding down the third seat (power type)

Press and hold the seatback folding switch until the seatback folds
down fully and the buzzer sounds.

The outside head restraints are folded automatically.

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The power third seat can be folded down/returned when

Turn the engine switch OFF or the shift lever is in P, with the rear door
opened (from rear door side) or back door opened (from back door side).



From rear door side



From back door side

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WARNING

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When folding the rear seatbacks down

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

●

Do not fold the seatbacks down while driving.

●

Stop the vehicle on level ground, set the parking brake and shift the shift
lever to P.

●

Do not allow anyone to sit on a folded seatback or in the luggage compart-
ment while driving.

●

Do not allow children to enter the luggage compartment.

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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.

●

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.

●

Do not depress the second seat release pedal from the third seat while the
second seat is occupied.

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After returning the rear seatback to the upright position

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

●

Make sure the seatback is securely locked by pushing it forward and rear-
ward on the top.

●

Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback.

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NOTICE

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Stowing the seat belts

The seat belts and the buckles must be stowed.

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Second seatback board weight capacity (if equipped)

Do not place any object heavier than 220 lb. (100 kg) on the second seat-
back board.

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Before sliding the second center seat to the most forward position
(vehicles with bench type second seat)

Ensure that the cup holder on the front console box is closed.

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Driving position memory



The steering wheel will automatically adjusted to allow the driver to
enter and exit the vehicle easily.

When all of the following have
been performed, the steering
wheel

will

automatically

adjusted to a position that
allows driver to enter and exit
the vehicle easily.

• The shift lever has been

shifted to P.

• The engine switch has been

turned to ON.

• The driver’s seat belt has been unfastened.

When any of the following has been performed, the steering wheel
will automatically return to their original positions.

• The engine switch has been turned to ACC or ON.
• The driver’s seat belt has been fastened.



: If equipped

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.

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Recording procedure

Check that the shift lever is in P.
Turn the engine switch to ON.
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

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

Driving position memory

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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).

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Seat positions that can be memorized (



P. 136)

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

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Operating the driving position memory after turning the engine 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.

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

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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.

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

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Recall procedure

Make sure that the doors are locked before recalling the driving
position. Carry the key that has been registered to the driving
position, and then unlock and open the driver’s door using the
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 engine switch to ACC or ON, or fasten a seat belt.

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

Memory recall function

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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.

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

If the button could not be canceled, the buzzer sounds continuously for
approximately 3 seconds.

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Recalling the driving position using the memory recall function

Different driving positions can be registered for each key. Therefore, the driv-
ing position that is recalled may be different depending on the key being car-
ried.

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Customization

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



P. 544)

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

Up

Pull the head restraints up.

Down

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



Center seat

Up

Pull the head restraints up.

Down

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



Outer seats

To use

Lift up the head restraint until it
locks.

To fold

Pull the head restraint lock release
lever to fold the head restraint.

Head restraints are provided for all seats.

Front and second seats

Lock release button

Third 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 and second outer
seats)

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Adjusting the second and third center seat head restraint

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

Pull the head restraint up while pressing
the lock release button.
The head restraint of second center seat
(if equipped) and third outer seats cannot
be removed.

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

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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



Manual adjustment type

Hold the steering wheel and
push the lever down.

Adjust to the ideal position by
moving the steering wheel hori-
zontally and vertically.

After adjustment, pull the lever up
to secure the steering wheel.



Power adjustment type

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

Up
Down
Toward the driver
Away from the driver

The steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position.

Adjustment procedure

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To sound the horn, press on or
close to the

mark.

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The steering wheel can be adjusted when (power adjustment type)

The engine switch is in ACC or ON.

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Automatic adjustment of the steering position (if equipped)

A desired steering position can be entered to memory and recalled automati-
cally by the driving position memory system. (



P. 149)

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Power easy access system (vehicles with driving position memory)

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



P. 149)

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After adjusting the steering wheel (manual adjustment type)

Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked.
The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked.

Horn

WARNING

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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.

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After adjusting the steering wheel (manual adjustment type)

Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked.
Otherwise, the steering wheel may move suddenly, possibly causing an
accident, 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.

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Manual anti-glare inside rear view mirror

Normal position
Anti-glare position

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

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Auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror

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 indicator illumi-
nates.
The function will set to ON mode each time the engine switch is turned to
ON.
Pressing the button turns the function to OFF mode. (The indicator also
turns off.)



Type A



Type B

Indicator

Indicator

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To prevent sensor error (auto anti-glare type)



Type A



Type B

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If a sun visor interferes

Hold and rotate the mirror to adjust the
support.

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.

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

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

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Outside rear view mirrors

To select a mirror to adjust,
press the switch.

Left
Right

To adjust the mirror, press the
switch.

Up
Right
Down
Left

Adjustment procedure

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From outside

Push the mirrors towards the back
of the vehicle to fold them.



From inside (if equipped)

Press the switch to fold the mir-
rors.

Press it again to extend them to
the original position.

Folding 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” and “R”).

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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-
cally tilt to the memorized angle whenever the shift lever is shifted
to R.

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.

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Mirror angle can be adjusted when

The engine switch is in ACC or ON.

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When the mirrors are fogged up (vehicles with outside rear view mirror
defoggers)

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. 343)

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Auto anti-glare function (if equipped)

When the anti-glare inside rear view mirror is set to auto mode, the outside
rear view mirrors will activate in conjunction with the anti-glare inside rear
view mirror to reduce reflected light. (



P. 158)

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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. 149)

Linked mirror function when reversing (vehicles with driving
position memory)

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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.

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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 (vehicles with outside rear
view mirror defoggers)

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

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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
(front windows only)

*

Opening
One-touch opening
(front windows only)

*

*

: To stop the window partway, oper-

ate the switch in the opposite direc-
tion.

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

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

Opening and closing procedures

Window lock switch

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The power windows can be operated when

The engine switch is in ON.

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Operating the power windows after turning the engine off

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

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Jam protection function (front windows only)

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.

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When the power window does not close normally

If the jam protection function is operating abnormally and a window cannot be
closed, perform the following operations using the power window switch on
the front door.

●

After stopping the vehicle, the window can be closed by holding the power
window switch in the one-touch closing position while the engine switch is
turned to ON.

●

If the window still cannot be closed even by carrying out the operation as
explained above, initialize the function by performing the following proce-
dure.

Hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing position. Continue
holding the switch for a further 6 seconds after the window has closed.
Hold the power window switch in the one-touch opening position. Con-
tinue holding the switch for a further 2 seconds after the window has
opened completely.
Hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing position once
again. Continue holding the switch for a further 2 seconds after the win-
dow has closed.

If you release the switch while the window is moving, start again from the
beginning.
If the window re-opens slightly after performing the above procedure cor-
rectly, 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 key.

*

(



P. 108)

*

: These settings must be customized at your Toyota dealer.

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Customization

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



P. 544)

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WARNING

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

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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. 165)

●

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 key 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 key. It is possible for
children and other passengers to get caught in the power window.

●

When exiting the vehicle, turn the engine 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.

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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.

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Power back window



From inside the vehicle

One-touch closing

*

1, 2

Closing
One-touch opening

*

1

Opening

*

1

: Pressing the switch in the opposite

direction will stop window travel
partway.

*

2

: During off-road traveling, the one-

touch closing operation

may be

deactivated depending on the vehi-
cle speed and road surface condi-
tions. At that time, close the
window using the normal closing
operation

.



From outside the vehicle

Opening (push and hold)
Closing (push and hold)

This operation can only be per-
formed when the electronic key is
within the detection range.

The power back window can be opened and closed using the
switch or key.

Opening and closing procedures

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The power back window can be operated from inside the vehicle when

●

The engine switch is in ON.

●

The power back window can be opened when the rear window wiper is
working, but the wiper stops working until the window is closed again.
If the power back window is not fully closed, the rear window wiper, washer,
and defogger will not work.

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Operating the power back window from inside the vehicle after turning
the engine off

The power back window can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even
after the engine switch is turned to ACC or OFF. It cannot, however, be oper-
ated once either front door is opened.

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Jam protection function

If an object becomes caught between the window and the window frame, win-
dow travel is stopped and the window is opened slightly.

■

When the power back window does not close normally

If the jam protection function is operating abnormally and a window cannot be
closed, perform the following operations using the power back window
switch.

●

After stopping the vehicle, the window can be closed by holding the power
back window switch in the one-touch closing position while the engine
switch is turned to ON.

●

If the window still cannot be closed even by carrying out the operation
explained above, initialize the function by performing the following proce-
dure.

Hold the power back window switch in the one-touch closing position.
Continue holding the switch for a further 6 seconds after the window has
closed.
Hold the power back window switch in the one-touch opening position.
Continue holding the switch for a further 2 seconds after the window has
opened completely.
Hold the power back window switch in the one-touch closing position
once again. Continue holding the switch for a further 2 seconds after the
window has closed.

If you release the switch while the window is moving, start again from the
beginning.
If the window re-opens slightly after performing the above procedure cor-
rectly, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

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Customization

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



P. 544)

WARNING

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

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Caution while driving

Keep the back door and back window closed while driving. If the back door
or the back window is left open, the back door may hit nearby objects while
driving or luggage may be unexpectedly thrown out, causing an accident.
In addition, exhaust gases may enter the vehicle, causing death or a seri-
ous health hazard. Make sure to close the back door and back window
before driving.

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Closing the power back window

●

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



P. 165)

●

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

●

When exiting the vehicle, turn the engine 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.

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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 window fully closes.

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Moon roof

Opens the moon roof

*

The moon roof stops slightly before
the fully open position to reduce
wind noise.
Press the switch again to fully open
the moon roof.

Closes the moon roof

*

*

: Lightly press either way of the

moon roof switch to stop the moon
roof partway.

Tilts the moon roof up

*

Tilts the moon roof down

*

*

: Lightly press either way of the

moon roof switch to stop the moon
roof partway.

Use the overhead switches to open and close the moon roof and
tilt it up and down.

Opening and closing

Tilting up and down

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The moon roof can be operated when

The engine switch is in ON.

■

Operating the moon roof after turning the engine off

The moon roof can be operated for approximately 45 seconds after the
engine switch is turned to ACC or 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.

■

To reduce moon roof wind noise

When the moon roof is opened automatically, it will stop slightly before the
fully open position. Driving with the moon roof in this position can help reduce
wind noise.

■

Sunshade

The sunshade can be opened and closed manually. However, the sunshade
will open automatically when the moon roof is opened.

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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

Stop the vehicle.
Press and hold the “SLIDE” switch.

*

1

The moon roof will close, reopen and pause for approximately 10 sec-
onds.

*

2

Then it will close again, tilt up and stop.

Check to make sure that the moon roof is completely stopped 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 seconds pause,

automatic operation will be disabled. In that case, press and hold the
“SLIDE” or “TILT” switch, and the moon roof will tilt up and stop. Check to
make sure that the moon roof is completely stopped 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.

■

Moon roof open reminder function

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

■

Door lock linked moon roof operation

The moon roof can be opened and closed using the key. (



P. 108)

■

Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer

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



P. 544)

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Observe the following precautions.
Failure 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.

■

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 oper-
ated.

●

When using the 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 key. It is possible for children and other
passengers to get caught in the moon roof.

●

When exiting the vehicle, turn the engine 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 fully closes.

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Driving the vehicle. . . . 176
Cargo and luggage . . ... 187
Vehicle load limits . . . . 193
Trailer towing. . . . . . 194
Dinghy towing . . . . ... 213

4-2. Driving procedures

Engine (ignition) switch . . 214
Automatic transmission. . 220
Turn signal lever. . . . 225
Parking brake . . . . . 226

4-3. Operating the lights

and wipers

Headlight switch . . . . 227
Automatic High Beam . ... 231
Fog light switch . . . . . 236
Windshield wipers and

washer . . . . . . . 238

Rear window wiper and

washer . . . . . . . 241

4-4. Refueling

Opening the fuel tank

cap . . . . . . . . .. 244

4-5. Using the driving

support systems

Toyota Safety Sense P . . 247
PCS

(Pre-Collision System) . 254

LDA

(Lane Departure Alert) . 268

Dynamic radar

cruise control . . . . .. 276

Intuitive parking assist. ... 290
BSM

(Blind Spot Monitor) . . 296
• BSM function . . . . 301
• RCTA function . . . .. 304

Electronically modulated

air suspension. . . . . 309

AVS (Adaptive Variable

Suspension System). ... 314

Four-wheel drive

system . . . . . . . 315

AUTO LSD system. . . 320
Driving assist systems . .. 322

4-6. Driving tips

Off-road precautions . . . 329
Winter driving tips . . . . 334

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Driving the vehicle



P. 214

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



P. 220)

Release the parking brake. (



P. 226)

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

With the shift lever 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
lever to P or N. (



P. 220)

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



P. 226), and shift the shift lever to P

(



P. 220).

Turn the engine switch to OFF to stop the engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your person.

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

Make sure that the parking brake is set and shift the shift lever to D.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.

The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe
driving:

Starting the engine

Driving

Stopping

Parking the vehicle

Starting off on a steep uphill

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When starting off on an uphill

Hill-start assist control is activated. (



P. 322)

■

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 driving at high speeds in the rain, as there may be a layer of
water between the tires and the road surface, preventing the steering and
brakes from operating properly.

■

Engine speed while driving

In the following conditions, the engine speed may become high while driving.
This is due to automatic up-shifting control or down-shifting implementation to
meet driving conditions. It does not indicate sudden acceleration.

●

The vehicle is judged to be driving uphill or downhill

●

When the accelerator pedal is released

●

When the brake pedal is depressed while S mode is selected

■

Restraining the engine output (Brake Override System)

●

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

●

A warning message is displayed on the multi-information display while the
system is operating.

■

Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start Control)

●

When the following unusual operation is performed, the engine output 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 (D includes S) with the accelerator pedal depressed, a warning mes-
sage appears on the multi-information display.

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

reverse.

●

While Drive-Start Control is being activated, your vehicle may have trouble
escaping from the mud or fresh snow. In such case, perform the following
actions to cancel Drive-Start Control so that the vehicle may become able to
escape from the mud or fresh snow.
• Deactivate TRAC (



P. 323)

• Turn on the AUTO LSD system. (



P. 320)

• 4WD models: Put the four-wheel drive control switch is in “4L” position.

(



P. 315)

• 4WD models: Lock the center differential. (



P. 316)

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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 500 miles (800 km):
Do not tow a trailer.

●

For the first 1000 miles (1600 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.

■

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. 529)

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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 engine
running. 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.

●

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.

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WARNING

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

■

When driving the vehicle

●

During normal driving, do not turn off the engine. Turning the engine off
while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the
power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more difficult to
steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it
is safe to do so.
However, in the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible
to stop the vehicle in the normal way:



P. 459

●

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. 220)

●

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.

●

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.

●

On vehicles with electronically modulated air suspension, if you drive
through deep water over about 20 in. (500 mm) in depth, put the vehicle
height in the “HI” mode using the height control switch and then change to
manual mode by pushing the height control mode select switch. Drive your
vehicle at 18 mph (30 km/h) or less. Do not drive through water deeper
than about 28 in. (700 mm) even if the vehicle height is in “HI” mode.

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WARNING

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

■

When driving on slippery road surfaces

●

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

●

Sudden acceleration, engine braking due to shifting, or changes in engine
speed could cause the vehicle to skid, resulting in an accident.

●

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, resulting in
an accident.

■

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 cause the engine to stall or lead to poor brake and steering
performance, resulting 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.

●

Moving the shift lever to N while the vehicle is moving will disengage the
engine from the transmission. 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 a gear 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.

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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 race the engine.
If the vehicle is in any gear 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 the engine is running, 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.

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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 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.

●

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 engine
and lock the vehicle.
Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the engine is running.
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 engine is running or immediately
after turning the engine off.
Doing so may cause burns.

●

4WD models: If the shift lever is moved before the “4LO” indicator turns
on/off, the transfer mode may not be shifted completely. The transfer mode
disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and
allows the vehicle to move regardless of the shift position. (At this time, the
indicator blinks and the buzzer sounds.)
Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in
P. You or someone else could be seriously injured. You must complete the
shifting of the transfer mode. (



P. 315)

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WARNING

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

■

When taking a nap in the vehicle

Always turn the engine off. Otherwise, if you accidentally move the shift
lever or depress the accelerator pedal, this could cause an accident or fire
due to engine 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 brake booster device does not operate, do not follow other vehicles
closely and avoid hills or sharp turns that require braking.
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.

●

Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls.
Each push on the brake pedal uses up the reserve for the power-assisted
brakes.

●

The brake system consists of 2 individual hydraulic systems; if one of the
systems fails, the other will still operate. In this case, the brake pedal
should be depressed more firmly than usual and the braking distance will
increase.
If this happens, do not continue to drive the vehicle. Have your brakes
fixed immediately.

■

If the vehicle becomes stuck (4WD models)

Do not spin the wheels excessively when any of the tires is up in the air, or
the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, etc. This may damage the driveline com-
ponents or propel the vehicle forward or backward, causing an accident.

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■

When driving the vehicle

●

Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during
driving, as this may restrain the engine 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 lever 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.

■

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 pump.

●

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 behave abnormally.

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



P. 489)

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■

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:

●

Engine stalling

●

Short in electrical components

●

Engine 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:

●

Brake function

●

Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, trans-
mission, transfer (4WD models), differentials, etc.

●

Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints
(where possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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Cargo and luggage

Roof rails
Cross rails

Turn the knobs counterclock-
wise to release the cross rails.

Slide the cross rails to the
appropriate position for loading
luggage and turn the knobs
clockwise to tighten the cross
rails securely.

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

Roof luggage carrier

Adjustment the position of cross rails

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

Capacity and distribution

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. 193)

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Cargo capacity
Total load capacity (vehicle
capacity weight) (



P. 519)

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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WARNING

■

Things that must not be carried in the luggage compartment

The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the luggage compart-
ment:

●

Receptacles 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 luggage compartment whenever possi-
ble.

●

Do not stack cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment higher
than the seatbacks.

●

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 instrument panel

• On the dashboard

●

Secure all items in the occupant compartment.

●

When you fold down the rear seats, long items should not be placed
directly behind the front seats.

●

Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage compartment. It is not
designed for passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat
belts properly fastened. Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer
death or serious bodily injury, in the event of sudden braking, sudden
swerving or an accident.

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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.

■

When loading cargo on the roof luggage carrier

Observe the following precautions:

●

Place the cargo so that its weight is distributed evenly between the
front and rear axles.

●

If loading long or wide cargo, never exceed the vehicle overall length
or width. (



P. 518)

●

Before driving, make sure the cargo is securely fastened on the roof
luggage carrier.

●

Loading cargo on the roof luggage carrier will make the center of grav-
ity of the vehicle higher. Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns,
sudden braking or abrupt maneuvers, otherwise it may result in loss of
control or vehicle rollover due to failure to operate this vehicle correctly
and result in death or serious injury.

●

If driving for a long distance, on rough roads, or at high speeds, stop
the vehicle now and then during the trip to make sure the cross rails
are fixed securely and that the cargo remains in its place.

●

Do not exceed 150 lb. (68 kg) cargo weight on the roof luggage carrier.

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Cross rail adjustment

Make sure the cross rails are locked securely by pushing forward and
rearward them.
Failure to do so may cause an accident or serious injury in the event of
emergency braking or a collision.

NOTICE

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Cross rail adjustment

Do not remove the cross rail stoppers, or the moon roof may be damage

when it is tilted.

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When loading cargo on the roof luggage carrier

Be careful not to scratch the surface of the moon roof.

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Vehicle load limits

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Total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight): (

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P. 519)

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

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Seating capacity
Vehicles with separated type second seats: 7 occupants
(Front 2, Rear 5)
Vehicles with bench type second seat: 8 occupants (Front 2,
Rear 6)

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

◆

TWR (Trailer Weight Rating): (



P. 199, 519)

TWR means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus
its cargo weight) that your vehicle is able to tow.

◆

Cargo capacity

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

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Total load capacity and seating capacity

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

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P. 436)

Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity,
TWR (Trailer Weight Rating) and cargo capacity.

WARNING

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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

Your vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger-and-load-car-
rying vehicle. Towing a trailer can have an adverse impact on
handling, performance, braking, durability, and fuel consump-
tion. For your safety and the safety of others, you must not over-
load your vehicle or trailer. You must also ensure that you are
using appropriate towing equipment, that the towing equipment
has been installed correctly and used properly, and that you
employ the requisite driving habits.
Vehicle-trailer stability and braking performance are affected by
trailer stability, brake performance and setting, trailer brakes,
the hitch and hitch systems (if equipped).
To tow a trailer safely, use extreme care and drive the vehicle in
accordance with your trailer’s characteristics and operating
conditions.
Toyota warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction
caused by towing a trailer for commercial purposes.
Contact your Toyota dealer for further information about addi-
tional requirements such as a towing kit, etc.

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GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating)

The maximum allowable gross
combination weight. The gross
combination weight is the sum
of the total vehicle weight
(including the occupants, cargo
and any optional equipment
installed on the vehicle) and the
weight of the trailer being towed
(including the cargo in the
trailer).

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GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)

The maximum allowable gross
vehicle weight. The gross vehi-
cle weight is the total weight of
the vehicle. When towing a
trailer, it is the sum of the vehi-
cle weight (including the occu-
pants, cargo and any optional
equipment installed on the vehi-
cle) and the tongue weight.

Towing related terms

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GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)

The maximum allowable gross
axle weight. The gross axle
weight is the load placed on
each axle (front and rear).

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TWR (Trailer Weight Rating)

The maximum allowable gross
trailer weight. The gross trailer
weight is the sum of the trailer
weight and the weight of the
cargo in the trailer.
TWR is calculated assuming
base vehicle with one driver,
one front passenger, towing
package (if available), hitch and
hitch systems (if required).

Additional optional equipment, passengers and cargo in the vehicle will

reduce the trailer weight rating so as not to exceed GCWR, GVWR and

GAWR.
If the gross trailer weight exceeds 3000 lb. (1360 kg), it is recommended

to use a trailer with 2 or more axles.

Front GAWR

Rear GAWR

(With brakes)

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Unbraked TWR (Unbraked Trailer Weight Rating)

The trailer weight rating for tow-
ing a trailer without a trailer ser-
vice brake system.

■

Tongue Weight

The load placed on the trailer
hitch ball. (



P. 200)

(Without brakes)

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The gross trailer weight must never exceed the TWR described in
the table. (



P. 199)

●

The gross combination weight must never exceed the GCWR
described in the table. (



P. 199)

●

The gross vehicle weight must
never exceed the GVWR indi-
cated on the Certification Label.

●

The gross axle weight on each
axle must never exceed the
GAWR indicated on the Certifi-
cation Label.

●

If the gross trailer weight is over
the unbraked TWR, trailer ser-
vice brakes are required.

●

If the gross trailer weight is over 2000 lb. (907 kg), a sway control
device with sufficient capacity is required.

●

If the gross trailer weight is over 5000 lb. (2268 kg), a weight distrib-
uting hitch with sufficient capacity is required.

Weight limits

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Confirm that the gross trailer weight, gross combination weight, gross
vehicle weight, gross axle weight and tongue weight are all within the
limits.

■

GCWR

*

and TWR

*

*

1

: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (



P. 520)

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Unbraked TWR

*

1000 lb. (453 kg)

GCWR, TWR and Unbraked TWR

Model code

*

1

Engine

Driving

system

GCWR

TWR

USK60L-

GKTSKA

5.7L V8

(3UR-

FE)

engine

2WD

13600 lb.

(6169 kg)

7400 lb.

(3357 kg)

USK60L-

GKTLKA

13500 lb.

(6124 kg)

7200 lb.

(3266 kg)

USK60L-

GKTZKA

13400 lb.

(6078 kg)

USK65L-

GKTSKA

4WD

13600 lb.

(6169 kg)

7100 lb.

(3221 kg)

USK65L-

GKTLKA

13500 lb.

(6124 kg)

USK65L-

GKTZKA

7000 lb.

(3175 kg)

*

: These models meet the tow-vehicle trailering requirement of

SAE International per SAE J2807

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A recommended tongue weight varies in accordance with the types
of trailers or towing as described below.

●

To ensure the recommended values shown below, the trailer must
be loaded by referring to the following instructions.

• Tongue Weight

The gross trailer weight should be distributed so that the tongue
weight is 9% to 11%. (Tongue weight /Gross trailer weight x 100
= 9% to 11%)
Gross trailer weight
Tongue weight

If using a weight distributing hitch when towing, return the front
axle to the same weight as before the trailer connection.
If front axle weight cannot be measured directly, measure the
front fender height above the front axle before connection.
Adjust weight distributing hitch torque until front fender is
returned to the same height as before connection.
The gross trailer weight, gross axle weight and tongue weight
can be measured with platform scales found at a highway weigh-
ing station, building supply company, trucking company, junk
yard, etc.

Trailer Tongue Weight

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Trailer hitch assemblies have different weight capacities. Toyota rec-
ommends the use of Toyota hitch/bracket for your vehicle. For details,
contact your Toyota dealer.

●

If you wish to install a trailer hitch, contact your Toyota dealer.

●

Use only a hitch that conforms to the gross trailer weight require-
ment of your vehicle.

●

Follow the directions supplied by the hitch manufacturer.

●

Lubricate the hitch ball with a light coating of grease.

●

Remove the hitch ball whenever you are not towing a trailer.
Remove the trailer hitch if you do not need it. After removing the
hitch, seal any mounting hole in the vehicle body to prevent entry of
any substances into the vehicle.

Hitch

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Use the correct trailer ball for your application.

Trailer ball load rating

Matches or exceeds the gross

trailer weight rating of the trailer.

Ball diameter

Matches the size of the trailer cou-

pler. Most couplers are stamped

with the required trailer ball size.

Shank length

Protrudes beyond the bottom of the lock washer and nut by at least 2

threads.

Shank diameter

Matches the ball mount hole diameter size.

Selecting trailer ball

Trailer class

Typical trailer ball size

IV

2 5/16 in.

II and III

2 in.

I

1 7/8 in.

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Hitch receiver pin hole position:
46.2 in. (1172.3 mm)

Use the wire harness stored in the
rear end under the vehicle body.
The tow lighting system is
designed for 64 watts/5 amps of
electrical current per side (right
and left) for the trailer brake/turn
light functions.
Please contact your Toyota dealer
with any questions or concerns.

■

Service connector for towing brake controller (with towing package)

Positions for towing hitch receiver and hitch ball

Connecting trailer lights

Your vehicle is equipped with a service
connector for the trailer brake controller
as shown.
Access the service connector.

Remove the scuff plate.
Remove the clip (screw type) and trim
board.

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If a height control system is installed in your vehicle, you have to con-
nect and disconnect your trailer more carefully.

●

Connecting
Set the height control of electronically modulated air suspension
system to “N” mode.
Turn off the engine, or set the electronically modulated air suspen-
sion system to manual mode. (



P. 310)

Connect the trailer.
Restart the engine.
Press the height control mode select switch to cancel the manual
mode condition that was set on step

.

Check that the “OFF” indicator turns off.
Set the height control of electronically modulated air suspension
system to “N” mode.

●

Disconnecting
Set the height control of electronically modulated air suspension
system to “N” mode.
Set the electronically modulated air suspension system to manual
mode.
Turn off the engine.
Set the supporting leg of the trailer on the ground and raise the
hitch by 4 in. (100 mm).
Restart the engine.
Press the height control mode select switch to cancel the manual
mode condition that was set on step

.

Check that the “OFF” indicator turns off.
Wait until vehicle height is stabilized.
Make sure the hitch is disconnected. If the hitch does not discon-
nect, raise the hitch higher and repeat steps

through

.

Move the vehicle forward in “LO” mode where the hitch does not touch
anything in “N” mode.
Set the height control of electronically modulated air suspension system to
“N” mode.

Connecting and disconnecting a trailer (vehicles with electroni-
cally modulated air suspension)

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2

3

4

5

2

6

1

2

3

4

5

6

2

7

8

2

7

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Your vehicle will handle differently when towing a trailer. Help to avoid
an accident, death or serious injury, keep the following in mind when
towing:

●

Speed limits for towing a trailer vary by state or province. Do not
exceed the posted towing speed limit.

●

Toyota recommends that the vehicle-trailer speed limit is 65 mph
(104 km/h) on a flat, straight, dry road. Do not exceed this limit, the
posted towing speed limit or the speed limit for your trailer as set
forth in your trailer owner’s manual, whichever is lowest. Instability
of the towing vehicle-trailer combination (trailer sway) increases as
speed increases. Exceeding speed limits may cause loss of control.

●

Before starting out, check the trailer lights, tires and the vehicle-
trailer connections. Recheck after driving a short distance.

●

Practice turning, stopping and reversing with the trailer attached in
an area away from traffic until you become accustomed to the feel
of the vehicle-trailer combination.

●

Reversing with a trailer attached is difficult and requires practice.
Grip the bottom of the steering wheel and move your hand to the
left to move the trailer to the left. Move your hand to the right to
move the trailer to right. (This is generally opposite to reversing
without a trailer attached.) Avoid sharp or prolonged turning. Have
someone guide you when reversing to reduce the risk of an acci-
dent.

●

As stopping distance is increased when towing a trailer, vehicle-to
vehicle distance should be increased. For each 10 mph (16 km/h)
of speed, allow at least one vehicle and trailer length.

●

Avoid sudden braking as you may skid, resulting in the trailer jack-
knifing and a loss of vehicle control. This is especially true on wet or
slippery surfaces.

Trailer towing tips

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Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration.

●

Avoid jerky steering and sharp turns, and slow down before making
turns.

●

Note that when making a turn, the trailer wheels will be closer than
the vehicle wheels to the inside of the turn. Compensate by making
a wider than normal turning radius.

●

Slow down before making a turn, in cross winds, on wet or slippery
surfaces, etc.
Increasing vehicle speed can destabilize the trailer.

●

Take care when passing other vehicles. Passing requires consider-
able distance. After passing a vehicle, do not forget the length of
your trailer, and be sure you have plenty of room before changing
lanes.

●

To maintain engine braking efficiency and charging system perfor-
mance when using engine braking, do not put the transmission in
D.

●

Instability happens more frequently when descending steep or long
downhill grades. Before descending, slow down and downshift. Do
not make sudden downshifts while descending steep or long down-
hill grades.

●

Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or applying the brakes
too frequently. This could cause the brakes to overheat and result in
reduced braking efficiency.

●

Due to the added load of the trailer, your vehicle’s engine may over-
heat on hot days (at temperatures over 85 °F [30 °C]) when driving
up a long or steep grade. If the engine coolant temperature gauge
indicates overheating, immediately turn off the air conditioning (if in
use), pull your vehicle off the road and stop in a safe spot.
(

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Always place wheel blocks under both the vehicle’s and the trailer’s
wheels when parking. Apply the parking brake firmly, and put the
transmission in P. Avoid parking on a slope, but if unavoidable, do
so only after performing the following:

Apply the brakes and keep them applied.
Have someone place wheel blocks under both the vehicle’s and
trailer’s wheels.
When the wheel blocks are in place, release the brakes slowly
until the blocks absorb the load.
Apply the parking brake firmly.
Shift into P and turn off the engine.

●

When restarting after parking on a slope:

With the transmission in P, start the engine. Be sure to keep the
brake pedal pressed.
Shift into a forward gear. If reversing, shift into R.
Release the parking brake and brake pedal, and slowly pull or
back away from the wheel blocks. Stop and apply the brakes.
Have someone retrieve the blocks.

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Matching trailer ball height to trailer coupler height

1

2

3

4

5

1

2

3

4

No matter which class of tow hitch
applies, for a safer trailer hookup, the
trailer ball setup must be the proper
height for the coupler on the trailer.

Coupler
Trailer ball

STO41ADU06