Toyota Avalon (2020 year). Manual in english — part 4

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4-2. Driving procedures

Turns the brake hold system on

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

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: Brake hold standby indicator

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: Brake hold operated indicator

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Brake hold system operating conditions

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

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The driver’s door is not closed.

●

The driver is not wearing the seat belt.

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

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Brake hold function

●

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

●

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

●

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

Brake Hold

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

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

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

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

●

Operate the parking brake switch with the brake pedal depressed.

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

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P. 196)

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When an inspection at your Toyota dealer is necessary

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

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Warning messages and buzzers

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

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If the brake hold operated indicator flashes

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P. 432

WARNING

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When the vehicle is on a steep incline

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

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When stopped on a slippery road

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

NOTICE

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When parking the vehicle

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

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4-3. Operating the lights and wipers

Operating the

switch turns on the lights as follows:

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Headlight switch

The headlights can be operated manually or automatically.

Operating instructions

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The headlights, day-
time running lights
(

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P. 204) and all the

lights listed below turn
on and off automati-
cally.
(When

the

engine

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



P. 204) turn

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

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P. 204)

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(For U.S.A.)

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

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

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

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

●

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

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

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

Turning on the high beam headlights

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Cornering lights (if equipped)

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Daytime running light system

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

●

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

or

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position

*

: When the surroundings are bright

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

●

For U.S.A.: Daytime running lights can be turned off by operating the switch.

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

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Cornering lights (if equipped)

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

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Headlight control sensor

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

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Automatic light off system

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

●

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

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

or

.

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

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Light reminder buzzer (except when the light switch is in

)

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

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Windshield wiper linked headlight illumination

When driving during daytime with the headlight switch turned to

, if the

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

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Battery-saving function

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

●

The headlights and/or tail lights are on.

●

The engine switch is in ACCESSORY mode or turned off.

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

●

When the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.

●

When the light switch is operated

●

When a door or the trunk is opened or closed

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Welcome lighting

If the headlight switch is turned to

and the surrounding area is dark,

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

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Customization

Some functions can be customized. (

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P. 497)

NOTICE

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To prevent battery discharge

Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not
running.

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

or

position.

Press the Automatic High
Beam switch.

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

Automatic High Beam

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

WARNING

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Limitations of the Automatic High Beam

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

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To prevent incorrect operation of the Automatic High Beam system

Do not overload the vehicle.

Activating the Automatic High Beam

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Switching to the low beams

Pull the lever to its original posi-
tion.

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

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Switching to the high beams

Press the Automatic High
Beam switch.

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

Turning the high beams on/off manually

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Conditions to turn the high beams on/off automatically

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

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

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Camera sensor detection information

●

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

dividers or roadside trees

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

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

●

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

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

ahead

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

etc.)

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

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The high beams may turn on or off unexpectedly.

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Bicycles or similar vehicles may not be detected.

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

etc.)

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

lights or fog lights

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

changing color, or not aimed properly

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

cle

• When driving through an area of intermittently changing brightness and

darkness

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

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

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

road

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

sign or mirror

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

tainer on a truck

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

properly

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

etc.

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

beams repeatedly in an abnormal manner

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

pedestrians or other drivers

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Temporarily lowering sensor sensitivity

The sensitivity of the sensor can be temporarily lowered.

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

.

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

, repeat pulling the headlight switch lever to the

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

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

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Operating the

lever operates the wipers or washer as follows:

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

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or

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

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or

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2

Low speed windshield
wiper operation

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or

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High speed windshield
wiper operation

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or

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Temporary operation

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: For Canada

Wiper intervals can be adjusted when intermittent operation is
selected.

Increases the intermittent wind-
shield wiper frequency
Decreases

the

intermittent

windshield wiper frequency

Windshield wipers and washer

Operating the wiper lever

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2

3

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Washer/wiper dual oper-

ation

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

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The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when

The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

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If no windshield washer fluid sprays

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

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When stopping the engine in an emergency while driving

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

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WARNING

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Caution regarding the use of washer fluid

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

NOTICE

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When the windshield is dry

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

■

When the washer fluid tank is empty

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

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When a nozzle becomes blocked

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

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

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Raising the wipers to the service position

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

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or

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2

position and hold it for approxi-
mately 2 seconds or more.

The wipers will move to the ser-
vice position.

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Lifting the windshield wipers

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

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

Hook portion

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Lowering the windshield wipers to the retracted position

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

NOTICE

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When lifting the windshield wipers

●

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

●

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

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4-4. Refueling

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

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Confirm the type of fuel.

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Fuel types

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P. 474, 481

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Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline

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

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If the malfunction indicator lamp illuminates

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

Opening the fuel tank cap

Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap:

Before refueling the vehicle

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WARNING

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When refueling the vehicle

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

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

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

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

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When refueling

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

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Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck.

●

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

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Do not top off the fuel tank.

NOTICE

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Refueling

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

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Press the opener to open the
fuel filler door.

Turn the fuel tank cap slowly to
remove it and hang it on the
back of the fuel filler door.

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

Opening the fuel tank cap

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Closing the fuel tank cap

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If the fuel filler door cannot be opened

Remove the cover inside the trunk and
pull the lever.

WARNING

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When replacing the fuel tank cap

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

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PCS (Pre-Collision System)

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P. 226

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LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)



P. 238

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Automatic High Beam



P. 206

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Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range



P. 248

Toyota Safety Sense P

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

WARNING

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Toyota Safety Sense P

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

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The pre-collision system is equipped with a sophisticated computer
that will record certain data, such as:

• Accelerator status
• Brake status
• Vehicle speed
• Operation status of the pre-collision system functions
• Information (such as the distance and relative speed between your

vehicle and the vehicle ahead or other objects)

• Images from the camera sensor (available only when the pre-colli-

sion braking function or the pre-collision brake assist function was
operating)

The pre-collision system does not record conversations, sounds or
images of the inside of the vehicle.

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Data usage
Toyota may use the data recorded in this computer to diagnose
malfunctions, conduct research and development, and improve
quality.
Toyota will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except:

• With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the

lessee if the vehicle is leased

• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a

government agency

• For use by Toyota in a lawsuit
• For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific

vehicle or vehicle owner

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Recorded images can be erased using a specialized device.
The image recording function can be disabled. However, if the func-
tion is disabled, data from when the pre-collision system operates
will not be available.

Vehicle data recording

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

Radar sensor
Camera sensor

Sensors

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WARNING

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To avoid malfunction of the radar sensor

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

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Keep the radar sensor and front grille emblem clean at all times.

●

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

●

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

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Do not disassemble the radar sensor.

●

Do not modify or paint the radar sensor, front grille emblem or surrounding
area.

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If the radar sensor, front grille, or front bumper needs to be removed and
installed, or replaced, contact your Toyota dealer.

Radar sensor
Front grille emblem

If the front of the radar sensor or the
front or back of the front grille emblem
is dirty or covered with water droplets,
snow, etc., clean it.
Clean the radar sensor and front grille
emblem with a soft cloth so you do not
mark or damage them.

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WARNING

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To avoid malfunction of the camera sensor

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

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

snow, etc., clear the windshield.

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

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

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

is dirty, contact your Toyota dealer.

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

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P. 324)

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If water droplets cannot be properly removed from the area of the wind-
shield in front of the camera sensor by the windshield wipers, replace the
wiper insert or wiper blade.
If the wiper inserts or wiper blades need to be replaced, contact your Toy-
ota dealer.

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Do not attach window tinting to the windshield.

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Replace the windshield if it is damaged or cracked.
If the windshield needs to be replaced, contact your Toyota dealer.

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Do not get the camera sensor wet.

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

●

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

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

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WARNING

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Do not subject the camera sensor to a strong impact.

●

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

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Do not disassemble the camera sensor.

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

Do not modify the headlights or other lights.

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Certification



For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.

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Pre-collision warning

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

◆

Pre-collision brake assist

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

◆

Pre-collision braking

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

PCS (Pre-Collision System)

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

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



P. 230)

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Suspension control (if equipped)

When the system determines that the possibility of a frontal colli-
sion is high, the Adaptive Variable Suspension System (



P. 310)

will control the damping force of the shock absorbers to help main-
tain an appropriate vehicle posture.

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WARNING

■

Limitations of the pre-collision system

●

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

●

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

sibility of a collision:



P. 232

• Conditions under which the system may not operate properly:



P. 234

●

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

■

Pre-collision braking

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

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WARNING

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When to disable the pre-collision system

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

●

When the vehicle is being towed

●

When your vehicle is towing another vehicle

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

When the tires are not properly inflated

●

When the tires are very worn

●

When tires of a size other than specified are installed

●

When tire chains are installed

●

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

●

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

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Enabling/disabling the pre-collision system

The pre-collision system can be enabled/disabled on

(



P. 100)

of the multi-information display.

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

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

■

Changing the pre-collision warning timing

The pre-collision warning timing can be changed on

(



P. 100)

of the multi-information display.

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

Far

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

Middle

This is the default setting.

Near

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

Changing settings of the pre-collision system

1

2

3

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Operational conditions

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

●

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

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

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

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

●

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

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

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

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

●

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

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

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

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

The system may not operate in the following situations:

●

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

●

If the shift lever is in R

●

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

■

Pedestrian detection function

■

Cancelation of the pre-collision braking

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

●

The accelerator pedal is depressed strongly.

●

The steering wheel is turned sharply or abruptly.

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



P. 236)

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

●

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

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

face is uneven or undulating

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

poles, trees, or walls

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

tunnel or on an iron bridge

• When overtaking a preceding vehicle

that is making a left/right turn

• When passing a vehicle in an oncom-

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

• When driving on a road where relative

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

• When there is a vehicle, pedestrian,

or object by the roadside at the
entrance of a curve

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

protrusion on the road surface or roadside

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

or other barrier that opens and closes

• When using an automatic car wash

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

taken for a vehicle or pedestrian

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

truck or guardrail

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

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

• When

a

crossing

pedestrian

approaches very close to the vehicle

• When passing through a place with a

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

• When passing under an object (bill-

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

• When driving through or under

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

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Situations in which the system may not operate properly

●

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

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

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

acceleration or deceleration)

• When suddenly cutting behind a preceding vehicle

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

sandstorm

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

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

• If a preceding vehicle has a low rear

end, such as a low bed trailer

• If a vehicle ahead has extremely high

ground clearance

• When a vehicle ahead is not directly

in front of your vehicle

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

traffic, shines directly into the camera sensor

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

night or in a tunnel

• After the engine has started the vehicle has not been driven for a certain

amount of time

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

right turn

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

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

●

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

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

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

worn, improper tire inflation pressure, etc.)

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

face

• If the front of the vehicle is raised or

lowered

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●

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

imately 6.5 ft. (2 m)

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

ing their silhouette obscure

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

hiding part of their body

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

cle

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

brightness as their surroundings

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

on the road

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

rear view mirror, etc.)

■

If the PCS warning light flashes or illuminates and a warning message is
displayed on the multi-information display

The pre-collision system may be temporarily unavailable or there may be a
malfunction in the system.

●

In the following situations, the warning light will turn off, the message will
disappear and the system will become operational when normal operating
conditions return:
• When the radar sensor or camera sensor or the area around either sen-

sor is hot, such as in the sun

• When the radar sensor or camera sensor or the area around either sen-

sor is cold, such as in an extremely cold environment

• When a front sensor is dirty or covered with snow, etc.
• When the part of the windshield in front of the camera sensor is fogged

up or covered with condensation or ice
(Defogging the windshield:



P. 324)

• If the camera sensor is obstructed, such as when the hood is open or a

sticker is attached to the windshield near the camera sensor

●

If the PCS warning light continues to flash or remains illuminated or the
warning message does not disappear even though the vehicle has returned
to normal, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer immediately.

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If VSC is disabled

●

If VSC is disabled (



P. 311), the pre-collision brake assist and pre-collision

braking functions are also disabled.

●

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

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

LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering

control)

Summary of functions

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Lane departure alert function

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

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

◆

Steering control function

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

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

Functions included in LDA system

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Vehicle sway warning function

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

WARNING

■

Before using LDA system

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

■

To avoid operating LDA system by mistake

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

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WARNING

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Situations unsuitable for LDA system

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

Vehicle is driven on a snow-covered road.

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

Vehicle is driven in a construction zone.

■

Preventing LDA system malfunctions and operations performed by
mistake

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

If your windshield needs repairs, contact your Toyota dealer.

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Press the LDA switch to turn the
LDA system on.

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

Turning LDA system on

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

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

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

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

Indications on multi-information display

1

2

3



Inside of displayed white lines
is white



Inside of displayed white lines
is black

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

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

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Operation conditions of each function

●

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

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

• No system malfunctions are detected. (



P. 247)

●

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

of the multi-information display is set to

“On”. (



P. 100)

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

changing lanes.

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



P. 245)

●

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

of the multi-information display is set to

“On”. (



P. 100)

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



P. 247)

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Temporary cancellation of functions

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



P. 244)

■

Steering control function

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

■

Lane departure alert function

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

■

Hands off steering wheel warning

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

■

Vehicle sway warning function

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

■

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

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

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

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

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Conditions in which functions may not operate properly

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

The vehicle is driven on a slope.

●

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

●

The vehicle is driven on an unpaved or rough road.

●

The vehicle is driven around a sharp curve.

●

The traffic lane is excessively narrow or wide.

●

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

●

The distance to the preceding vehicle is extremely short.

●

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

●

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

●

The vehicle is struck by a crosswind.

●

The vehicle has just changed lanes or crossed an intersection.

●

Snow tires, etc. are equipped.

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Warning message

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

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



P. 443)

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Customization

Some functions can be customized. (



P. 100)

Warning message

Details/Actions

“LDA Malfunction

Visit Your Dealer”

The system may not be operating
properly.



Have the vehicle inspected at your
Toyota dealer.

“Front Camera Unavailable”

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



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

“LDA Unavailable”

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



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

“LDA Unavailable Below

Approx. 32MPH”

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



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

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

●

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode (

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P. 251)

●

Constant speed control mode (

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P. 257)

■

Meter display

Display
Set speed
Indicators

■

Operation switches

Vehicle-to-vehicle

distance

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

Dynamic radar cruise control



with full-

speed range

Summary of functions

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WARNING

■

Before using dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range

●

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

●

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



P. 259

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

may not function correctly:



P. 260

●

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

●

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

●

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

■

Cautions regarding the driving assist systems

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

●

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

●

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

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WARNING

●

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

■

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

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

●

Roads where there are pedestrians, cyclists, etc.

●

In heavy traffic

●

On roads with sharp bends

●

On winding roads

●

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

●

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

●

At entrances to freeways and highways

●

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

●

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

●

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

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When an approach warning buzzer is heard often

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

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

Example of constant speed cruising
When there are no vehicles ahead

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

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

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

Driving in vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode

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

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

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

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



P. 257)

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

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

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

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

Increases the speed

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

distance

control

mode)

Decreases the speed

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



For U.S. mainland and Hawaii

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

*

1

or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)

*

2

each time

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

*

1

or 1 km/h

(0.6 mph)

*

2

increments for as long as the switch is held



For Canada, Guam and Puerto Rico

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

*

1

or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)

*

2

each time

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

*

1

or 5 km/h

(3.1 mph)

*

2

increments for as long as the switch is held

In the constant speed control mode (



P. 257), the set speed will be

increased or decreased as follows:

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

*

1

or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)

*

2

each time

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

*

1

: When the set speed is shown in “MPH”

*

2

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

Adjusting the set speed

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

Long
Medium
Short

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

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

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

Preceding
vehicle mark

1

2

3

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

Distance options

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance

Long

Approximately 160 ft. (50 m)

Medium

Approximately 130 ft. (40 m)

Short

Approximately 100 ft. (30 m)

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

Pressing the cancel switch can-
cels the speed control.

The speed control is also canceled
when

the

brake

pedal

is

depressed.
(When the vehicle has been
stopped

by

system

control,

depressing the brake pedal does
not cancel the setting.)

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

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

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

Canceling and resuming the speed control

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

■

Warnings may not occur when

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

●

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

●

When the preceding vehicle is traveling at an extremely slow
speed

●

Immediately after the cruise control speed was set

●

When depressing the accelerator pedal

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

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

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

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

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

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

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P. 253

Canceling and resuming the speed setting:

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P. 255

Selecting constant speed control mode

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

■

Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed

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

■

When the vehicle stops while follow-up cruising

●

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

●

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

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Automatic cancelation of vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode

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

●

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

●

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

●

VSC is activated.

●

TRAC is activated for a period of time.

●

When the VSC or TRAC system is turned off.

●

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

●

Pre-collision braking is activated.

●

The parking brake is operated.

●

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

●

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

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

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Automatic cancelation of constant speed control mode

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

●

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

●

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

●

VSC is activated.

●

TRAC is activated for a period of time.

●

When the VSC or TRAC system is turned off.

●

Pre-collision braking is activated.

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

■

Brake system operation sound

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

■

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

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

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When the sensor may not be correctly detecting the vehicle ahead

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



P. 256) may not be activated.

●

Vehicles that cut in suddenly

●

Vehicles traveling at low speeds

●

Vehicles that are not moving in the same lane

●

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

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Motorcycles traveling in the same lane

●

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

■

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

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

●

When the vehicle ahead of you decelerates suddenly

●

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

●

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

●

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

●

Preceding vehicle has an extremely
high ground clearance

●

When the road curves or when the
lanes are narrow

●

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

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

●

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

●

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

These functions use same sensors.

Multi-information display

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



P. 262)

Outside rear view mirror indicators

BSM function:
When a vehicle is detected in the blind spot, the outside rear view mirror
indicator comes on while the turn signal lever is not operated and the out-
side rear view mirror indicator flashes while the turn signal lever is oper-
ated.
RCTA function:
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is
detected, the outside rear view mirror indicators flash.

“BSM” indicator/“RCTA” indicator

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

BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)

Summary of the Blind Spot Monitor

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Audio system screen (RCTA function only)

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



P. 268) for the detected side will be displayed.

RCTA

buzzer (

RCTA

function only)

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

Press

/

of the meter control switches, select

.

Press

/

of the meter control switched, select

or

.

Press

of the meter control switch.

Each time

is pressed, the function changes on/off.

■

The outside rear view mirror indicators visibility

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

■

RCTA buzzer hearing

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

■

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

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



P. 264)

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

■

When there is a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitor

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

●

There is a malfunction with the sensors

●

The sensors have become dirty

●

The outside temperature is extremely high or low

●

The sensor voltage has become abnormal

Turning the BSM function/RCTA function on/off

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Certification for the Blind Spot Monitor



For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.



For vehicles sold in Canada