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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
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Engine (ignition) switchP. 149
VSC OFF switchP. 201
Four−wheel drive control switchP. 190
Center differential lock/unlock
switchP. 190

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nCruise control can be set when
lThe shift lever is in the “D” or “4”, “5” or “6” range of “S”.
lVehicle speed is more than approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
nAccelerating
The vehicle can be accelerated normally. After acceleration, the set speed
resumes.
nAutomatic cruise control cancelation
The set speed is automatically canceled in any of the following situations.
lActual vehicle speed falls more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below the preset
vehicle speed.
At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.
lActual vehicle speed is below 25 mph (40 km/h).
l
VSC is activated.
nCanceling and resuming regular acceleration
Cancel
Push the lever towards you to
cancel cruise control.
The speed setting is also can−
celed when the brakes are
applied.
Resume
To resume cruise control and
return to the set speed, push
the lever up.

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nThe fourwheel drive control switch can be operated when
lThe “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
lThe shift lever is in the “N” position.
lThe vehicle is stopped completely.
nAdvice for driving on slippery roads in “L4” (low speed position)
lIf you shift the four−wheel drive control switch to “L4” and the shift lever to
the “2” range of “S” while driving in steep off−road areas, the output of the
brake can be controlled effectively by the active traction control system,
which assists the driver to control the driving power of 4 wheels.
lUse the “1” range of “S” of the shift lever for maximum power and traction
when your wheels get stuck or when driving down a steep incline. In the
following cases, the output of the brake can be controlled by the active
traction control system if the engine speed is under 3,000 rpm (normally
under 3,000 rpm when the wheels get unstuck).
The four−wheel drive control switch is in the “L4” position and the shift
lever is in the “1” range of “S” or the shift lever is in “D” or “S” with the
transmission downshifted to first gear.
The four−wheel drive control switch is in the “L4” position and the shift
lever is in the “R” position.
nThe center differential lock/unlock button can be operated when
lThe “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
lThe vehicle speed is less than 60 mph (100 km/h).
nLocking/unlocking the center differential
lWhen the center differential is locked, VSC (vehicle stability control) is
automatically turned off. (The center di
fferential lock and “VSC OFF” indi−
cator lights come on.)
lIf the operation is not completed, the center differential lock indicator
blinks. If the indicator light does not turn off when unlocking the center
differential, drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or
drive in reverse.
lIf the center differential lock/unlock is not completed within 5 seconds
while the cruise control system is on, cancel the cruise control system.

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Driving assist systems
To help enhance driving safety a nd performance, the following sys
tems operate automatically in res
ponse to various driving situations.
Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and
should not be relied upon too h
eavily when operating the vehicle.
nMulti Terrain ABS (Antilock Brake System)
Restrains the vehicle from slipping when driving on sand, gravel, dirt,
mud, snow, ice or slick road surfaces, or in the event of sudden brak−
ing.
nBrake assist
Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal is
depressed, when the system detects a panic stop situation.
nVSC (Vehicle Stability Control)
Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or turning
on slippery road surfaces.
nActive TRAC (Traction Control)
Maintains drive power and prevents the 4 wheels from spinning when
starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads.
nHillstart assist control
Helps prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards when starting on an
incline or slippery slope. It operates for approximately 5 seconds at
maximum.
nKDSS (Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System)
KDSS enhances ride comfort and handling response by using a
hydraulic control system to control the suspension stabilizer bars in
response to road surface and driving conditions during cornering or off−
road driving.
nPCS (PreCollision System) (if equipped)
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When the VSC/Active TRAC/hillstart assist control systems are
operating
If the vehicle is in danger of slip−
ping, rolling backwards when
starting on an incline, or if the
rear wheels spin, the slip indica−
tor light flashes to indicate that
the VSC/ActiveTRAC/hill−start
assist control systems have
been engaged.
A buzzer (intermittent) sounds to
indicate that VSC is operating.
The stop lights and high mounted
stoplight turn on when the hill−
start assist control system is
operating.
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To disable Active TRAC and/or VSC system
If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, Active TRAC and VSC
system may reduce power from the engine to the wheels. You may
need to turn the system off to enable you to rock the vehicle in order
to free it.
n
Turning off Active TRAC
Quickly push and release the
button to turn off Active TRAC.
The slip indicator light should
come on.
Push the button again to turn the
system back on.
nTurning off Active TRAC and VSC
Push and hold the button for
more than 3 seconds while the
vehicle is stopped to turn off
Active TRAC and VSC.
The slip indicator light will come
on and “VSC OFF” will be shown
on the multi−information display.
Push the button again to turn the
system back on.
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nTurning off VSC
Push the center differential lock/
unlock switch to turn off VSC
system.
The center differential lock indica−
tor light will come on and “VSC
OFF” will be shown on the multi−
information display.
Push the switch again to turn the
system back on.
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nAutomatic reactivation of Active TRAC and VSC
Turning the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off after turning off the Active
TRAC and VSC systems will automatically re−enable them.
nAutomatic Active TRAC reactivation
If only the Active TRAC system is turned off, the Active TRAC system will
turn on when vehicle speed increases.
nAutomatic Active TRAC and VSC reactivation
If the Active TRAC and VSC systems are turned off, the systems will not turn
on even when vehicle speed.

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nSounds and vibrations caused by the Multi Terrain ABS, brake assist,
Active TRAC, VSC and hillstart assist control
lA sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is
started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indi−
cate that a malfunction has occurred in any of these systems.
lAny of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are
operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after the Multi Terrain ABS is acti−
vated.
The brake pedal may move down slightly after the Multi Terrain ABS is
activated.
nHillstart assist control is operational when
lThe shift lever is in “D” or “S”.
l
The brake pedal is not depressed.

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CAUTION
Any of the following conditions may result in an accident which could cause
death or serious injury:
nThe Multi Terrain ABS does not operate effectively when
lThe limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded.
lThe vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on the wet or slick
road.
nStopping distance when the Multi Terrain ABS is operating on the wet
or slick roads
The Multi Terrain ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping dis−
tance. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you in the
following situations.
lWhen driving on dirt, gravel or snow−covered roads
lWhen driving with tire chains
lWhen driving over bumps in the road
lWhen driving over roads with potholes or roads with uneven roads
nActive TRAC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip−
pery road surfaces, even if the Active TRAC is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.
n If the hillstart assist control does not operate effectively
The hill−start assist control may not operate effectively on steep inclines and
roads covered in ice.
nWhen Active TRAC and VSC are off
Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road condi−
tions. As there are systems to ensure vehicle stability and driving force, do
not turn off Active TRAC and VSC unless necessary.

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CAUTION
nWhen the VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes and a warning buzzer sounds. Always drive
carefully.
Reckless driving may cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the
indicator light flashes and a buzzer sounds.
nReplacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the
same size, brand, tread pattern and total
load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the speci−
fied tire pressure level.
The Multi Terrain ABS and VSC will not function correctly if different tires are
fitted on the vehicle.
Contact your Toyota dealer for further information when replacing tires or
wheels.
NOTICE
nKDSS
In the following situations, there is the possibility that a system malfunction
has occurred, and drive comfort and the vehicle’s ability to travel on poor
road surfaces may be reduced. Take the vehicle to your Toyota dealer imme−
diately.
lWhen turning a corner, the vehicle’s body seems to roll further than nor−
mal.
l
If after the vehicle has been left in a slanted position for a long time, for
example with the wheels of one side parked on a curb, the vehicle does
not return to level when driving (the vehicle remains slanted to one side
after returning the vehicle to level ground).