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WARNING
Follow all the instructions described in this section.  
Failure to do so could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury. 
■ Trailer towing precautions 
When towing, make sure that none of the weight limits are exceeded. 
( P.  2 1 3 ) 
■ To avoid accident or injury 
● Vehicles with a compact spare tire: 
Do not tow a trailer when the compact spare tire is installed on your vehi- 
cle. 
● Vehicles with an emergency tire puncture repair kit: 
Do not tow a trailer when the tire installed is repaired with the emergency 
tire puncture repair kit. 
● Do not use the following systems when trailer towing. 
• Cruise control*
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range*
• LDA (Lane-Departure Alert with steering control)*
• PCS (Pre-Collision System)*
• BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)* 
*: If equipped 
■ Vehicle speed in towing 
Observe the legal maximum speeds for trailer towing. 
■ Before descending hills or long declines 
Reduce speed and downshift. However, never downshift suddenly while 
descending steep or long downhill grades. 
■ Operation of the brake pedal 
Do not hold the brake pedal depressed often or for long periods of time.  
Doing so may result in the brake overheating or reduce braking effects.
NOTICE
■ Do not directly splice trailer lights 
Directly splicing trailer lights may damage your vehicle’s electrical system 
and cause a malfunction. 
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2384-2. Driving procedures
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■Parking brake operation 
● When the power switch is not in ON mode, the parking brake cannot be 
released using the parking brake switch. 
● When the power switch is not in the ON mode, automatic mode (automatic 
brake setting and releasing) is not available. 
■ Automatic release function 
The parking brake is automatically released when slowly depress the acceler- 
ator pedal.  
The parking brake will be released automatically under the following condi-
tions: 
● The driver’s door is closed. 
● The driver’s seatbelt is fastened. 
● Shift the shift lever is in a forward or reverse position. 
● The malfunction indicator lamp or brake system warning light is not illumi- 
nated. 
If the automatic release function does not operate, manually release the park- 
ing brake. 
■ If “EPB Frequently Operated, Wait a Minute.” is displayed on the 
multi-information display 
If the parking brake is operated repeatedly  over a short period of time, the 
system may restrict operation to prevent overheating. If this happens, refrain 
from operating the parking brake. Normal  operation will return after about 1 
minute. 
■ If “EPB Activation Incomplete.” or “EPB Unavailable” is displayed on the 
multi-information display 
Operate the parking brake switch. If the message does not disappear after 
operating the switch several times, the system may be malfunctioning. Have 
the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliabl e repairer immediately. 
■ Parking brake operation sound 
When the parking brake operates, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be 
heard. This does not indicate a malfunction. 
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■ Parking brake indicator light and parking brake lamp 
● Depending on the power switch position/mode, the parking brake indicator 
light and parking brake lamp will turn on and stay on as described below: 
ON mode: Comes on until the parking brake is released. 
Not in ON mode: Stays on for approximately 15 seconds. 
● When the power switch is turned off with the parking brake set, the parking 
brake indicator light and parking brake lamp will stay on for about 15 sec- 
onds. This does not indicate a malfunction. 
■ Changing the mode 
When changing the automatic mode on/off, the message will be shown on the 
multi-information display and the buzzer sounds. 
■ Parking the vehicle 
 P. 201 
■ Parking brake engaged warning buzzer 
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake engaged. 
“EPB Applied.” is displayed on the multi-information display. 
■ Warning messages and buzzers 
Warning messages and buzzers are used to indicate a system malfunction or 
to inform the driver of the need for caution. If a warning message is shown on 
the multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions. 
■ If the brake system warning light comes on 
 P. 598 
■ Usage in winter time 
 P. 413 
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Brake Hold
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.
■ Brake hold system operating conditions 
The brake hold system cannot be turned on in the following conditions: 
● 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.
The brake hold system keeps the brake applied when the shift 
lever in any position other than P or R 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 any position other than P or N 
to allow smooth start off. 
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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. 
■ When the parking brake is set automatically while the system is holding 
the brakes 
With the brake pedal depressed, release the parking brake by operating the 
parking brake switch, making sure that the parking brake indicator light goes 
off. ( P. 236) 
■ If “Brake Hold Fault Depress Brake to Deactivate Visit Your Dealer” is 
displayed on the multi-information display 
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by contact 
any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable 
repairer immediately. 
■ 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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Automatic High Beam
: If equipped
The Automatic High Beam uses an in-vehicle camera sensor to 
assess the brightness of streetlights, the lights of vehicles 
ahead, etc., and automatically turns the high beam on or off as 
necessary.
WARNING
■ Limitations of the Automatic High Beam 
Do not rely on the Automatic High Beam. Always drive safely, taking care to 
observe your surroundings and turning the high beam on or off manually if 
necessary. 
■ To prevent incorrect operation of the Automatic High Beam system 
Do not overload the vehicle. 
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WARNING
■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. 
■ Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in “AUTO” mode 
The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or 
the windshield is subject to vibration in “AUTO” mode. Take care that your
fingers, etc., do not become caught in the windshield wipers.
NOTICE
■ When the windshield is dry 
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield. 
■ When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle 
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled 
toward you and held continually. 
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked 
In this case, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized 
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged. 
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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.
Closing the fuel tank cap
WARNING
■ 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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WARNING
●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. ( P. 481) 
● 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 any autho- 
rized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. 
● Do not attach window tinting to the windshield. 
● Replace the windshield if it is damaged or cracked.  
If the windshield needs to be replaced, contact any authorized Toyota 
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. 
● Do not get the camera sensor wet. 
● 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 windshi eld, do not allow glass cleaner to 
contact the lens. Also, do not touch the lens.  
If the lens is dirty or damaged, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. 
● 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.  
● Do not disassemble the camera sensor. 
● Do not install an electronic device or device that emits strong electric 
waves near 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. C ontact any authorized Toyota retailer or 
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer 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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■Enabling/disabling the pre-collision system 
The pre-collision system can be enabled/disabled on the multi- 
information display as following:
The system is automatically enabled each time the power switch is 
turned ON mode.
Press “ ” or “” of meter control switches and select  . 
Press “ ” or “” of meter control switches and select  , 
and press  . 
Press “ ” or “” of meter control switches and select   , 
and press   to select the desired setting (on/off).
If the system is disabled, the PCS 
warning light will turn on and a 
message will be displayed on the 
multi-information display.
Changing settings of the pre-collision system
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