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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle .............. 178
Engine (ignition) switch ....... 190
Automatic transmission....... 194
Turn signal lever ................. 200
Parking brake...................... 201
Horn .................................... 202
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ............ 203
Indicators and
warning lights.................... 207
Multi-information display ..... 212
2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch.................. 218
Fog light switch ................... 222
Windshield wipers and
washer .............................. 224
Rear window wiper and
washer .............................. 231
Headlight cleaner switch ..... 2322-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ..................... 233
Toyota parking
assist-sensor .................... 237
4-Wheel AHC
(Active Height Control
Suspension) ..................... 248
AVS (Adaptive Variable
Suspension system)......... 258
Four-wheel drive system .... 259
Crawl Control (with Turn
Assist function)................. 264
Multi-terrain Select ............. 270
Multi-terrain Monitor ........... 276
Driving assist systems........ 300
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety) ..... 307
DPF (Diesel Particulate
Filter) system ................... 308
2-5. Driving information
Off-road precautions .......... 313
Cargo and luggage............. 317
Winter driving tips............... 319
Trailer towing...................... 323
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ECT switch P. 196
Shift lever P. 194
“SHIFT LOCK” button P. 625
Crawl Control switch
Multi-terrain Select mode
select switch P. 264
P. 270
Ashtray P. 468
Power outlet P. 471
Cigarette lighter P. 470
Parking brake lever P. 201
AUX port*
USB port*
P. 398
P. 380, 388
Front seat heater/ventilator
switch
 P. 476
Height select/height control
OFF switches
 P. 248
AVS switch P. 258

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Front seat heater/ventilator
switch
 P. 476
“SHIFT LOCK”
button
P. 625
Shift lever P. 194
Parking brake lever P. 201
Ashtray P. 468
Power outlet P. 471
Cigarette lighter P. 470
AUX port*
USB port*
P. 398
P. 380, 388
Height select/height control
OFF switches
 P. 248
AVS switch P. 258
Crawl Control switch P. 264
ECT switch P. 196
Multi-terrain Select mode select switch P. 270

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Installation of an RF-transmitter system
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
Cruise control system
Anti-lock brake system
SRS airbag system
Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional for precautionary measures or spe-
cial 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
available on request at any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
Scrapping of your Toyota
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 dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional, before you scrap your vehicle.

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L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle ............ 178
Engine (ignition) switch..... 190
Automatic transmission .... 194
Turn signal lever ............... 200
Parking brake ................... 201
Horn .................................. 202
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters .......... 203
Indicators and
warning lights.................. 207
Multi-information
display ............................ 212
2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch ............... 218
Fog light switch ................. 222
Windshield wipers and
washer ............................ 224
Rear window wiper and
washer ............................ 231
Headlight cleaner
switch ............................. 2322-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control.................... 233
Toyota parking
assist-sensor .................. 237
4-Wheel AHC
(Active Height Control
Suspension).................... 248
AVS (Adaptive Variable
Suspension system) ....... 258
Four-wheel drive
system ............................ 259
Crawl Control (with Turn
Assist function) ............... 264
Multi-terrain Select ............ 270
Multi-terrain Monitor .......... 276
Driving assist systems ...... 300
PCS
(Pre-Crash Safety).......... 307
DPF (Diesel Particulate
Filter) system .................. 308
2-5. Driving information
Off-road precautions ......... 313
Cargo and luggage ........... 317
Winter driving tips ............. 319
Trailer towing .................... 323

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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv-
ing.
Starting the engine (P. 190)
Driving
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to “D”.
(P. 194)
Release the parking brake. (P. 201)
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently push the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
Stopping
With the shift lever in “D”, push the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
When the vehicle is stopped for an extended period of time, shift
the shift lever to “P” or “N”. (P. 194)
Parking the vehicle
With the shift lever in “D”, push the brake pedal.
Set the parking brake. (P. 201)
Shift the shift lever to “P”. (P. 194)
When parking on a hill, if necessary, block the wheels.
Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to stop the
engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the electronic key
on your person.
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Starting on a steep uphill
Firmly set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to “D”.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.
Driving in the rain
Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the
windows may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.
Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be
especially slippery.
Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain,
because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road
surface, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.
Engine speed while driving
In the following conditions, the engine speed may become high while driving.
This is due to automatic up-shifting control or down-shifting implementation
to meet driving conditions. It does not indicate sudden acceleration.
The vehicle is judged to be driving uphill or downhill
When the accelerator pedal is released
Breaking in your new Toyota
To extend the life of the vehicle, the following precautions are recommended
to observe:
For the first 300 km (200 miles):
Avoid sudden stops.
For the first 800 km (500 miles):
Do not tow a trailer.
For the first 1000 km (600 miles):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
• Avoid sudden acceleration.
• Do not drive continuously in the low gears.
• Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.
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Drum-in-disc type parking brake system
Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system.
This type of brake system needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodi-
cally or whenever the parking brake shoes and/or drums are replaced.
Have any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional, perform the bedding-down.
 Idling time before engine stop (diesel engine)
To prevent damage to the turbocharger, allow the engine to idle immediately
after high-speed driving or hill climbing.
Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability
of the correct fuel. (P. 648)
Driving conditionIdling time
Normal city driving Not necessary
High-speed
drivingConstant speed of approx.
80 km/h (50 mph)Approximately
20 seconds
Constant speed of approx.
100 km/h (62 mph)Approximately 1 minute
Steep hill driving or continuous driving at 100
km/h (62 mph) or more (race track driving etc.)Approximately
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CAUTION
When starting the vehicle
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine run-
ning. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.
When driving the vehicle
Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accel-
erator pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal.
• Accidentally depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the brake
pedal will result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident
that could result in death or serious injury.
• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a diffi-
culty in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.
• Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the
vehicle only slightly, allowing you to depress the brake and accelerator
pedals properly.
• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake
pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency, result-
ing in an accident.
Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammable materials.
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. This may
cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.
Do not let the vehicle roll backwards while the shift lever is in a driving
position, or roll forward while the shift lever is in “R”.
Doing so may cause the engine to stall or lead to poor brake and steering
performance, resulting in an accident or damage to the vehicle.
If the smell of exhaust is noticed inside the vehicle, open the windows and
check that the back door is closed. Large amounts of exhaust in the
vehicle can cause driver drowsiness and an accident, resulting in death or
a serious health hazard. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional, immediately.

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CAUTION
Do not shift the shift lever to “P” while the vehicle is moving.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle
control.
Do not shift the shift lever to “R” while the vehicle is moving forward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle
control.
Do not shift the shift lever to “D” while the vehicle is moving backward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle
control.
Moving the shift lever to “N” while the vehicle is moving will disengage the
engine from the transmission. Engine braking is not available when “N” is
selected.
During normal driving, do not turn off the engine. Turning the engine off
while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the
power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more difficult to
steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it
is safe to do so.
However, in the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible
to stop the vehicle in the normal way: P. 640
Use engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving
down a steep hill.
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose
effectiveness. (P. 195)