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3-4. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list
Illuminated entry system: The various lights automatically turn on/
off according to the presence of the key, whether the doors are
locked/unlocked, whether the doors are open/closed, and the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch or the engine switch mode.
Outer foot light
Front personal lights ( P. 254)
Rear personal light ( P. 254)
Interior light ( P. 254)
Center console light
Engine switch light (if equipped)

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To prevent battery discharge
If the interior lights, personal lights and engine switch light (if equipped)
remain on when the door is not fully closed or the interior light switch in
“DOOR” position, the lights will go off automatically after 20 minutes.
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Setting (e.g. The time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed. 
(Customizable features
P. 432)

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Clock
■The clock is displayed when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch or the engine switch is in ACC or ON
mode.
■ When the battery is disconnected
The time display will automatically be set to 1:00.
Without navig ation system
Adjust the hour
Adjust the minutes
Rounds to the nearest hour
With navigation system
Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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Outside temperature display
■Operating conditions
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch or the engine switch is in ON mode.
■ When “--”, “F” or “E” is displayed
The system may be malfunctioning. Take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer.
The displayed temperature ranges from -22°F (-30°C) up to 122°F
(50°C).

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Power outlets
■The power outlets can be used when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch or the engine switch is in ACC or ON
mode.
The power outlets can be used fo r 12V accessories that run on less
than 10A.
Front console box
Center console box

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NOTICE
■
To avoid damaging the power outlets
Close the power outlets lid when not in use. 
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlets may cause a short cir-
cuit.
■ To prevent the fuse from being blown
Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12V/10A.
■ To prevent battery discharge
Do not use the power outlets longer than necessary when the engine is not
running.

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The seat heaters and ventilators can be used when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch or the engine switch is in ON mode.
CAUTION
■Burns
● Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat
heater on to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the disabled
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater. 
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature
of the seat and may lead to overheating.
NOTICE
■ To prevent seat heater/ventilator damage
Do not put heavy objects on the seat and do not stick sharp objects (nee-
dles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
■ To prevent battery discharge
Turn the switches off when the engine is not running.

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Rear sunshade (if equipped)
■The rear sunshade can be used when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch or the engine switch is in ON mode.
■ Reverse operation feature
To ensure adequate rear visibility, the sunshade automatically lowers when
the shift lever is shifted to “R”.
However, the rear sunshade is raised again if any of the following occurs:
● Shift the shift lever into “P”.
● The switch is pressed again.
● The shift lever is shifted out of “R”, and the vehicle reaches a speed of 9
mph (15 km/h).
If the engine is turned off when the rear sunshade has been lowered due to
the reverse operation feature, it will not be raised even when the engine is
turned on again and the vehicle reaches a speed of 9 mph (15 km/h). To
raise the sunshade again, press the switch.
■ Operating the rear suns hade after turning the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch or the engine switch off
The rear sunshade can be raised and lowered for approximately 1 minute.
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Contact your Toyota dealer for further details.
The rear sunshade can be raised and lowered by pressing the switch
shown below.
Raise/lower

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CAUTION
■When the rear sunshade is being raised or lowered
Do not place fingers or other objects in the fastener section or in the open-
ing. They may get caught, causing injury.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not operate the rear sunshade when the engine is not running.
■ To ensure normal operation of the sunshade
Observe the following precautions.
● Do not place excessive load on the motor or other components.
● Do not place objects where they may hinder opening and closing opera-
tions.
● Do not attach items to the rear sunshade.
● Keep the opening clean and clear of obstructions.
● Do not operate the rear sunshade continuously over long periods of time.

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4-1. Maintenance and care ... 288Cleaning and protecting the 
vehicle exterior............... 288
Cleaning and protecting the 
vehicle interior................ 291 4-2. Maintenance ................... 294
Maintenance 
requirements .................. 294
General maintenance....... 296
Emission inspection and 
maintenance (I/M) 
programs ........................ 299
4-3. Do-it-yourself 
maintenance ................. 300
Do-it-yourself service 
precautions .................... 300
Hood ................................ 303
Positioning a floor jack ..... 304
Engine compartment ........ 306
Tires ................................. 322
Tire inflation pressure ...... 331
Wheels ............................. 335
Air conditioning filter......... 337
Key battery ....................... 340
Checking and replacing 
fuses .............................. 344
Headlight aim (with 
discharge headlights) ..... 353
Light bulbs........................ 355