TOYOTA C-HR 2021 Owners Manual (in English)

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Driving mode select
■Changing the driving mode
To select the drive mode, perform operations on the multi-infor mation
display.
Press “ ” or “” of meter control sw itches and select .
Press “ ” or “ ” of the meter control switches, and select “Drive
Mode”.
Press “ ” or “ ” of the meter control switches, and select drive
mode.
In response to driving conditions , one of 3 drive modes can be
selected.
Select the drive mode
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Driving modes
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“NORMAL” mode
Provides an optimal balance of fuel economy, quietness, and
dynamic performance. Suitable for city driving.
● “SPORT” mode
Controls the transmission and eng ine to provide quick, powerful
acceleration. This mode also chan ges the steering feel, making it
suitable for when agile driving response is desired, such as wh en
driving on roads with many curves.
When sport mode is selected, the “SPORT” indicator will illumin ate
on the multi-information display.
● “ECO” mode
Helps the driver accelerate in an eco-friendly manner and
improve fuel economy through moderate throttle characteristics
and by controlling the operation of the air conditioning system
(heating/cooling).
When Eco mode is selected, the “ECO MODE” indicator will illumi -
nate on the multi-information display.
While the air conditioning is being used, the system automatically
switches to air conditioning eco mode ( P. 317), allowing for driving
that leads to even better fuel economy.
■ Canceling driving modes
●Select another drive mode. Also, “SPORT” mode will be canceled automati-
cally when the engine switch is turned off.
● “NORMAL” mode and “ECO” mode will not be canceled automatically until
another drive mode is selected, even if the engine switch is tu rned off.

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BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that uses rear side radar sensors
installed on the inner side of the rear bumper on the left and right side
to assist the driver in confir ming safety when changing lanes.
Outside rear view mirror indicators
When a vehicle is detected in a blind spot of the outside rear view mirrors
or approaching rapidly from behind into a blind spot, the outsi de rear view
mirror indicator on the detected side will illuminate. If the t urn signal lever
is operated toward the detected side, the outside rear view mir ror indicator
flashes.
BSM OFF indicator
Illuminates when the Blind Spot Monitor is disabled.
: If equipped
Summary of the Blind Spot Monitor

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Press “” or “” of the meter control switches, select .
Press “ ” or “ ” of the meter control switches, select .
Press “ ” or “ ” of the meter control switches, select .
When the BSM function is disabled, the BSM OFF indicator ( P. 283) illu-
minates.
(Each time the engine switch is turned off then changed to ON, the BSM
function will be enabled automatically.)
■ The outside rear view mirror indicators visibility
When under strong sunlight, the outside rear view mirror indica tor may be dif-
ficult to see.
■ When “Blind Spot Monitor Unavaila ble.” is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display
Water, snow mud, etc., may be built up in the vicinity of the s ensor area of
bumper ( P. 286).
Removing the water, snow, mud, etc., from the vicinity of the s ensor area
bumper should return it to normal.
Also, the sensor may not function normally when used in extreme ly hot or
cold weather.
■ When “Blind Spot Monitor System M alfunction. Visit Your Dealer.” is
shown on the multi-information display
There may be a sensor malfunction or misaligned. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
■ Customization
Some functions can be customized. ( P. 508)
Turning the BSM function on/off
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Certification for the Blind Spot Monitor
For vehicles sold in U.S.A.
For vehicles sold in Canada

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WARNING
■Handling the radar sensor
One Blind Spot Monitor sensor is installed inside the left and right side of
the vehicle rear bumper respectively. Observe the following to ensure the
Blind Spot Monitor can function correctly.
If the warning message does not disappear, have the vehicle inspected
by your Toyota dealer.
● Do not subject a sensor or its surrounding area on the rear bum per to a
strong impact.
If a sensor is moved even slightly off position, the system may malfunction
and vehicles may not be detected correctly.
In the following situations, have your vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
• A sensor or its surrounding area is subject to a strong impact .
• If the surrounding area of a sensor is scratched or dented, or part of
them has become disconnected.
● Do not disassemble the sensor.
● Do not attach accessories or stickers to the sensor or surround ing area on
the bumper.
● Do not modify the sensor or surrounding area on the bumper.
● Do not paint the rear bumper any color other than an official Toyota color.
●Keep the sensor and its surrounding
area on the bumper clean at all times.
If a sensor or its surrounding area on
the rear bumper is dirty or covered
with snow, the Blind Spot Monitor may
not operate and a warning message
( P. 284) will be displayed.
In this situation, clear off the dirt or
snow and drive the vehicle with the
operation conditions of the BSM func-
tion ( P. 289) satisfied for approxi-
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The BSM function uses radar sensors to detect the following vehicles
traveling in adjacent lanes and ad vises the driver of the presence of
such vehicles via the indicators on the out side rear view mirrors.
Vehicles that are traveling in areas that are not visible using the out-
side rear view mirrors (the blind spots)
Vehicles that are approaching rapidly from behind in areas that are
not visible using the outside re ar view mirrors (the blind spots)
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The areas that vehicles can be detected in are outlined below.
The range of each detection area is: Approximately 1.6 ft. (0.5 m) to 11.5 ft. (3.5 m) from either s ide of
the vehicle
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: The area between the side of the vehicle and 1.6 ft. (0.5 m) f rom the side
of the vehicle cannot be detected.
Approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m) f orward of the rear bumper
Approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) from the rear bumper
Approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) to 19 7 ft. (60 m) from the rear bumper
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: The greater the difference in speed between your vehicle and t he detected
vehicle is, the farther away the vehicle will be detected, causing the out-
side rear view mirror indicator to illuminate or flash.
BSM function detection areas

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■The BSM function is operational when
The BSM function is operational when all of the following condi tions are met:
● The BSM system is set to on ( P. 284)
● The shift lever is in a position other than R.
● Vehicle speed is greater than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h)
■ The BSM function will detect a vehicle when
The BSM function will detect a vehicle present in the detection area in the
following situations:
● A vehicle in an adjacent lane overtakes your vehicle.
● You overtake a vehicle in adjacent lane slowly.
● Another vehicle enters the detection area when it changes lanes.
■ Conditions under which the BSM function will not detect a vehicle
The BSM function is not designed to detect the following types of vehicles
and/or objects:
● Small motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, etc.
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●Vehicles traveling in the opposite direction
● Guardrails, walls, signs, parked vehicles and similar stationar y objects
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●Following vehicles that are in the same lane*
●Vehicles traveling 2 lanes away from your vehicle*
●Vehicles which are being overtaken rapidly by your vehicle*
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: Depending on conditions, detection of a vehicle and/or object may occur.
WARNING
■Cautions regarding the use of the system
The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking
care to observe your surroundings.
The Blind Spot Monitor function is a supplementary function whi ch alerts the
driver that a vehicle is present in the blind spot. Do not over ly rely on the
Blind Spot Monitor function. The function cannot judge if it is safe to change
lanes, therefore over reliance could cause an accident resultin g in death or
serious injury.
According to conditions, the system may not function correctly. Therefore
the driver’s own visual confirmation of safety is necessary.

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Conditions under which the BSM function may not function correc tly
● The BSM function may not detect vehicles correctly in the follo wing situa-
tions:
• When the sensor is misaligned due to a strong impact to the se nsor or its
surrounding area
• When mud, snow, ice, a sticker, etc., is covering the sensor o r surround-
ing area on the rear bumper
• When driving on a road surface that is wet with standing water during bad
weather, such as heavy rain, snow, or fog
• When multiple vehicles are approaching with only a small gap b etween
each vehicle
• When the distance between your vehicle and a following vehicle is short
• When there is a significant difference in speed between your v ehicle and
the vehicle that enters the detection area
• When the difference in speed between your vehicle and another vehicle
is changing
• When a vehicle enters a detection area traveling at about the same
speed as your vehicle
• As your vehicle starts from a stop, a vehicle remains in the d etection area
• When driving up and down consecutive steep inclines, such as hills, dips in the road, etc.
• When driving on roads with sharp bends, consecutive curves, or uneven
surfaces
• When vehicle lanes are wide, or when driving on the edge of a lane, and
the vehicle in an adjacent lane is far away from your vehicle
• When a bicycle carrier or other accessory is installed to the rear of the
vehicle
• When there is a significant difference in height between your vehicle and
the vehicle that enters the detection area
• Immediately after BSM system is set to on