safety TOYOTA HILUX 2018 Owners Manual

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Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Instrument
cluster
How to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
3Operation of
each component
Opening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
4DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for driving
5Audio systemOperating the audio system
6Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
7Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures
8When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
9Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, etc.
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically

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For your information .......................8
Reading this manual.....................14
How to search ..............................15
Pictorial index ...............................16
1-1. For safe use
Before driving.......................36
For safe driving ....................38
Seat belts .............................40
SRS airbags.........................45
Exhaust gas precautions .....56
1-2. Child safety
Front passenger occupant
classification system ..........57
Airbag manual on-off
system ...............................62
Riding with children..............64
Child restraint systems ........65
1-3. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer
system ...............................95
Alarm .................................119
2. Instrument cluster
Warning lights
and indicators.................. 124
Gauges and meters........... 132
Multi-information display
(Type A) .......................... 137
Multi-information display
(Type B) .......................... 141
Fuel consumption
information ...................... 149
3-1. Key information
Keys .................................. 152
3-2. Opening, closing and
locking the doors
Side doors ......................... 174
Access panels (smart-cab
models only).................... 180
Tailgate ............................. 181
Smart entry & start
system............................. 184
3-3. Adjusting the seats
Front seats ........................ 218
Rear seats ......................... 220
Head restraints .................. 223
3-4. Adjusting the steering
wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel .................. 226
Inside rear view mirror....... 228
Outside rear view
mirrors ............................. 229
1For safety and security
2Instrument cluster
3Operation of
each component

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3-5. Opening and closing
the windows
Power windows ..................232
Quarter windows
(smart-cab models)..........236
4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle .............238
Cargo and luggage ............251
Trailer towing (except
models for model code
destination W)..................252
Trailer towing (models for
model code destination
W) ....................................253
4-2. Driving procedures
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without smart
entry & start system)........266
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with smart
entry & start system)........269
Automatic transmission......277
Manual transmission ..........284
Turn signal lever ................290
Parking brake.....................291
4-3. Operating the lights
and wipers
Headlight switch.................292
Fog light switch ..................299
Windshield wipers and
washer .............................302
4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap .................................. 304
4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Toyota Safety Sense ......... 309
PCS (Pre-Collision
System) ........................... 321
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert) ............................... 334
RSA (Road Sign Assist) .... 343
Cruise control .................... 348
Rear view monitor
system............................. 352
Four-wheel drive
system............................. 363
Rear differential
lock system ..................... 373
Stop & Start system
(Smart Stop).................... 377
Driving assist systems....... 387
Downhill assist control
system............................. 395
DPF (Diesel Particulate
Filter) system .................. 398
4-6. Driving tips
Winter driving tips.............. 403
5-1. Basic Operations
Audio system types ........... 408
Steering wheel audio
switches .......................... 410
AUX port/USB port ............ 413
5-2. Using the audio system
Optimal use of the audio
system............................. 414
4Driving
5Audio system

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The installation of an RF-transmitter system in your vehicle could affect elec-
tronic systems such as:
● Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
● Toyota Safety Sense
● Cruise control system
● Anti-lock brake system
● SRS airbag system
● Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer for precautionary measures or special
instructions regarding installation of an RF-transmitter system.
Further information regarding frequency bands, power levels, antenna posi-
tions and installation provisions for the installation of RF-transmitters, is avail-
able on request at any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain
explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt
pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be
sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner
removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer before
you scrap your vehicle.
Installation of an RF-transmitter system
Scrapping of your Toyota

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WARNING
■General precautions while driving
Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influ-
ence of alcohol or drugs that have impair ed your ability to operate your vehi-
cle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and
reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that could result in
death or serious injury.
Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other
drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.
Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that
distracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or
reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you,
your occupants or others.
■ General precaution regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to
have or use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral.
There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with
the windows or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or
extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.

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1-1. For safe use
Before driving....................... 36
For safe driving .................... 38
Seat belts ............................. 40
SRS airbags......................... 45
Exhaust gas precautions ..... 56
1-2. Child safety
Front passenger occupant
classification system .......... 57
Airbag manual on-off
system ............................... 62
Riding with children.............. 64
Child restraint systems ........ 65
1-3. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer
system ............................... 95
Alarm ................................. 119

371-1. For safe use
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WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause the driver’s floor mat to slip, possibly interfering
with the pedals while driving. An unexpectedly high speed may result or it may
become difficult to stop the vehicle. This could lead to an accident, resulting in
death or serious injury.
■ When installing the driver’s floor mat
● Do not use floor mats designed for other models or different model year
vehicles, even if they are Toyota Genuine floor mats.
● Only use floor mats designed for the driver’s seat.
● Always install the floor mat securely using the retaining hooks (clips) pro-
vided.
● Do not use two or more floor mats on top of each other.
● Do not place the floor mat bottom-side up or upside-down.
■ Before driving
●Check that the floor mat is securely
fixed in the correct place with all the
provided retaining hooks (clips). Be
especially careful to perform this check
after cleaning the floor.
● With the engine stopped and the shift
lever in P (automatic transmission) or N
(manual transmission), fully depress
each pedal to the floor to make sure it
does not interfere with the floor mat.

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Make sure that you can see backward clearly by adjusting the inside
and outside rear view mirrors properly. ( P. 228, 229)
Adjusting the mirrors
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
● Do not adjust the position of the driver’s seat while driving.
Doing so could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
● Do not place a cushion between the driver or passenger and the seatback.
A cushion may prevent correct posture from being achieved, and reduce
the effectiveness of the seat belt and head restraint.
● Do not place anything under the front seats.
Objects placed under the front seats may become jammed in the seat
tracks and stop the seat from locking in place. This may lead to an acci-
dent and the adjustment mechanism may also be damaged.
● Always observe the legal speed limit when driving on public roads.
● When driving over long distances, take regular breaks before you start to
feel tired.
Also, if you feel tired or sleepy while driving, do not force yourself to con-
tinue driving and take a break immediately.

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To fasten the seat belt, push the
plate into the buckle until a click
sound is heard.
To release the seat belt, press
the release button.
Push the seat belt shoulder
anchor down while pulling the
lock release knob.
Push the seat belt shoulder
anchor up.
Move the height adjuster up and
down as needed until you hear a
click.
Lengthen
Shorten
Fastening and releasing the seat belt
Release button
1
2
Adjusting the seat belt shoulder anchor height (if equipped for
front seats)
1
2
Adjusting the length of the belt (2-point type seat belt) (if
equipped)
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2

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For safety and security
WARNING
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury in the event of
sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.
Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.
■ Wearing a seat belt
● Ensure that all passengers wear a seat belt.
● Always wear a seat belt properly.
● Each seat belt should be used by one person only. Do not use a seat belt
for more than one person at once, including children.
● Toyota recommends that children be seated in the rear seat and always
use a seat belt and/or an appropriate child restraint system.
● To achieve a proper seating position, do not recline the seat more than
necessary. The seat belt is most effective when the occupants are sitting
up straight and well back in the seats.
● Do not wear the shoulder belt under your arm.
● Always wear your seat belt low and snug across your hips.
■ Pregnant women
■ People suffering illness
Obtain medical advice and wear the seat belt in the proper way. ( P. 40)
Obtain medical advice and wear the seat
belt in the proper way. ( P. 40)
Women who are pregnant should posi-
tion the lap belt as low as possible over
the hips in the same manner as other
occupants, extending the shoulder belt
completely over the shoulder and avoid-
ing belt contact with the rounding of the
abdominal area.
If the seat belt is not worn properly, not
only the pregnant woman, but also the
fetus could suffer death or serious injury
as a result of sudden braking or a colli-
sion.