TOYOTA HILUX 2015 Owners Manual (in English)

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Rear view monitor system camera
The camera for the rear view
monitor system is located on
the tailgate.
●
Using the camera
If the camera lens becomes dirty, it cannot transmit a clear
image. If water droplets, snow or mud adhere to the lens, rinse
with water and wipe with a soft cloth. If the lens is extremely dirty,
wash it with a mild cleanser and rinse.
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If you notice any symptoms
If you notice any of the following symptoms, refer to the likely cause
and the solution, and re-check.
If the symptom is not resolved by the solution, have the vehicle
inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
Things you should know
SymptomLikely causeSolution
The image is difficult to
see
• The vehicle is in a
dark area
• The temperature around the lens is
either high or low
• The outside tempera- ture is low
• There are water droplets on the cam-
era
• It is raining or humid
• Foreign matter (mud etc.) is adhering to
the camera
• There are scratches on the camera
• Sunlight or headlights are shining directly
into the camera
• The vehicle is under fluorescent lights,
sodium lights, mer-
cury lights etc.
If this happens due to
these causes, it does
not indicate a malfunc-
tion.
Back up while visually
checking the vehicle’s
surroundings. (Use the
monitor again once
conditions have been
improved.)
To adjust the image on
the rear view monitor
system screen, refer to
the “Navigation system
Owner’s manual”.
The image is blurry
Dirt or foreign matter
(such as water drop-
lets, snow, mud etc.) is
adhering to the cam-
era.Rinse the camera lens
with water and wipe it
clean with a soft cloth.
Wash with a mild soap
if the dirt is stubborn.
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The image is out of
alignment
The camera or sur-
rounding area has
received a strong
impact.
Have the vehicle
inspected by any
authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified
and equipped profes-
sional.
A vertical white streak
is on the screen
When a bright spot
(such as sunlight
reflecting off the body
of another vehicle) is
received by the cam-
era, a vertical streak
may be left above and
below the bright spot
(smear effect).
If this happens due to
these causes, it does
not indicate a malfunc-
tion. Back up while
visually checking the
vehicle’s surroundings.
(Use the monitor again
once conditions have
been improved.)
SymptomLikely causeSolution
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CAUTION
■When using the rear view monitor system
The rear view monitor system is a supplemental device intended to assist
the driver when backing up. When backing up, be sure to check visually
behind and all around the vehicle before proceeding.
Observe the following precautions to avoid an accident that could result in
death or serious injuries.
● Never depend on the rear view monitor system entirely when backing up.
The image and the position of the guide lines displayed on the screen may
differ from the actual state.
Use caution, just as you would when backing up any vehicle.
● Be sure to back up slowly, depressing the brake pedal to control vehicle
speed.
● The instructions given are only guide lines.
When and how much to turn the steering wheel will vary according to traf-
fic conditions, road surface conditions , vehicle condition, etc. when park-
ing. It is necessary to be fully aware of this before using the rear view
monitor system.
● When parking, be sure to check that the parking space will accommodate
your vehicle before maneuvering into it.
● Do not use the rear view monitor system in the following cases:
• On icy or slick road surfaces, or in snow
• When using tire chains
• When the tailgate is not closed completely
• On roads that are not flat or straight, such as curves or slopes.
● In low temperatures, the screen may darken or the image may become
faint. The image could distort when the vehicle is moving, or you may
become unable to see the image on the screen. Be sure to check direct
visually and with the mirrors all around the vehicle before proceeding.
● If the tire sizes are changed, the pos ition of the fixation guide lines dis-
played on the screen may change.
● The camera uses a special lens. The distances between objects and
pedestrians that appear in the image displayed on the screen will differ
from the actual distances.
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NOTICE
■How to use the camera
● The rear view monitor system may not operate properly in the following
cases.
• If the back of the vehicle is hit, the position and mounting angle of the camera may change.
• As the camera has a water proof construction, do not detach, disassem- ble or modify it. This may cause incorrect operation.
• Do not strongly rub the camera lens. If the camera lens is scratched, it cannot transmit a clear image.
• Do not allow organic solvent, car wax, window cleaner or glass coat to adhere to the camera. If this happens, wipe it off as soon as possible.
• If the temperature changes rapidly, such as when hot water is poured on the vehicle in cold weather, the system may not operate normally.
• When washing the vehicle, do not apply intensive bursts of water to the camera or camera area. Doing so may result in the camera malfunc-
tioning.
● Do not expose the camera to strong impact as this could cause a malfunc-
tion. If this happens, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional as
soon as possible.
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Four-wheel drive system∗
H2 (high speed position, two-wheel drive)
Use this for normal driving on dry hard-surfaced roads. This position gives
greater economy, quietest ride and least wear.
H4 (high speed position, four-wheel drive)
Use this for driving only on tracks that permit the tires slide, like off-road,
icy or snow-covered roads. This posit ion provides greater traction than
two-wheel drive.
The four-wheel drive indicator light comes on
N (neutral position)
No power is delivered to the wheels. The vehicle must be stopped.The four-wheel drive indicator light comes on
L4 (low speed position, four-wheel drive)
Use this for maximum power and traction. Use “L4” for climbing or
descending steep hills, off-road driving, and hard pulling in sand, mud or
deep snow.The four-wheel drive indicator light comes on
∗: If equipped
Use the front drive control lever to select the following transfer
modes.
1
2
3
4
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The A.D.D. can be engaged or disengaged by the shifting operations
described in the following shifting procedures.
■Shifting from H2 to H4Reduce your speed to less than 80 km/h (50 mph).
Move the front drive control lever.
■Shifting from H4 to H2
Simply move the front drive control lever.
In both cases, you need not depress the clutch pedal. (manual trans-
mission)
Stop the vehicle.
Shift the shift lever to N.
Move the front drive control lever.
A.D.D. (automatic disconnecting differential) (if equipped)
Shifting between H2 and H4
Shifting between H4 and L4 (automatic transmission)
1
2
1
2
3
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Shifting from H4 to L4
Stop the vehicle or reduce your speed to less than 8 km/h
(5 mph).
With your foot off the accelerator pedal, depress the clutch pedal.
Move the front drive control lever.
■Shifting from L4 to H4Depress the clutch pedal.
Move the front drive control lever.
■Four-wheel drive usage frequency (vehicles with A.D.D.)
You should drive in four-wheel drive for at least 16 km (10 miles) each month.
This will assure that the front drive components are lubricated.
■ Shifting between H2 and H4
●If you have trouble shifting in cold weather, reduce your speed or stop the
vehicle and reshift.
● If the four-wheel drive indicator does not go off when you shift from H4 to
H2, drive straight ahead while accelera ting or decelerating, or drive in
reverse.
■ Shifting to L4 (vehicles with VSC)
VSC is automatically turned off.
Shifting between H4 and L4 (manual transmission)
1
2
3
1
2
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CAUTION
■While driving
● Never shift the front drive control lever from H2 to H4 if the wheels are slip-
ping. Stop the slipping or spinning before shifting.
● For normal driving on dry and hard surf ace roads, use H2 position. Driving
on dry and hard surface roads in H4 or L4 position may cause drive com-
ponent oil leakage, seizure, or other problems resulting in an accident.
Further, it may cause tire wear and increased fuel consumption.
● Avoid turning suddenly in H4 or L4 position. If you do turn suddenly, the
difference in turning speeds between the front and rear wheels may have
a similar effect to braking, thus making driving difficult.
● Securely shift the front drive control lever to H4 or L4. Otherwise, the
transfer may disengage both the front and rear driveshafts from the power-
train and allow the vehicle to move regardless of the shift position. If this
happens, the vehicle may be free to roll even if the automatic transmission
is in P.
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Rear differential lock system∗
Press the rear differential lock
switch to lock the rear differential.
At this time, the rear differential
lock indicator will blink. Wait a few
seconds for the system to com-
plete operation. After the rear dif-
ferential is locked, the indicator will
stop blinking and remain on.
To unlock the rear differential, push
the switch again.
∗: If equipped
The rear differential lock system is provided for use only when
wheel spinning occurs in a ditch or on a slippery or ragged sur-
face.
This differential lock system is effective in case one of the rear
wheels is spinning.
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