2019 Toyota Camry Owners Manual - Using the driving support systems

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Using the driving support systems

PCS (Pre-Collision System)

LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)

P. 261

Automatic High Beam

P. 231

Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range*

P. 271

Dynamic radar cruise control*

P. 285

*: If equipped

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Accelerator status

Brake status

Vehicle speed

Operation status of the pre-collision system functions

Information (such as the distance and relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead or other objects)

Images from the camera sensor (available only when the pre-colli- sion braking function or the pre-collision brake assist function was operating)

The pre-collision system does not record conversations, sounds or images of the inside of the vehicle.

Data usage

Toyota may use the data recorded in this computer to diagnose malfunctions, conduct research and development, and improve quality.

Toyota will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except:

With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the lessee if the vehicle is leased

In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a government agency

For use by Toyota in a lawsuit

For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner

Recorded images can be erased using a specialized device.

The image recording function can be disabled. However, if the func- tion is disabled, data from when the pre-collision system operates will not be available.

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Radar sensor Camera sensor

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WARNING

To avoid malfunction of the camera sensor

Observe the following precautions.

Otherwise, the camera sensor may not operate properly, possibly leading to an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

Keep the windshield clean at all times.

If the windshield is dirty or covered with an oily film, water droplets, snow, etc., clear the windshield.

If a glass coating agent is applied to the windshield, it will still be neces- sary to use the windshield wipers to remove water droplets, etc. from the area of the windshield in front of the camera sensor.

If the inner side of the windshield where the camera sensor is installed is dirty, contact your Toyota dealer.

Do not attach objects, such as stickers, transparent stickers, and so forth, to the outer side of the windshield in front of the camera sensor (shaded area in the illustration).

A: From the top of the windshield to approximately 0.4 in. (1 cm) below the bottom of the camera sensor

B: Approximately 7.9 in. (20 cm) (Approximately 4.0 in. [10 cm] to the right and left from the center of the camera sensor)

If the part of the windshield in front of the camera sensor is fogged up or covered with condensation or ice, use the windshield defogger to remove the fog, condensation or ice. (P. 361, 367)

If water droplets cannot be properly removed from the area of the wind- shield in front of the camera sensor by the windshield wipers, replace the wiper insert or wiper blade.

If the wiper inserts or wiper blades need to be replaced, contact your Toy- ota dealer.

Do not attach window tinting to the windshield.

Replace the windshield if it is damaged or cracked.

If the windshield needs to be replaced, contact your Toyota dealer.

Do not get the camera sensor wet.

Do not allow bright lights to shine into the camera sensor.

Do not dirty or damage the camera sensor.

When cleaning the inside of the windshield, do not allow glass cleaner to contact the lens. Also, do not touch the lens.

If the lens is dirty or damaged, contact your Toyota dealer.

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Certification

For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.

For vehicles sold in Canada

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Pre-collision warning

Pre-collision brake assist

When the system determines that the possibility of a frontal colli- sion is high, the system applies greater braking force in relation to how strongly the brake pedal is depressed.

Pre-collision braking

When the system determines that the possibility of a frontal colli- sion is high, the system warns the driver. If the system determines that the possibility of a frontal collision is extremely high, the brakes are automatically applied to help avoid the collision or reduce the collision speed.

*: If equipped

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WARNING

Limitations of the pre-collision system

The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking care to observe your surroundings.

Do not use the pre-collision system instead of normal braking operations under any circumstances. This system will not prevent collisions or lessen collision damage or injury in every situation. Do not overly rely on this sys- tem. Failure to do so may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

Although this system is designed to help avoid a collision or help reduce the impact of the collision, its effectiveness may change according to vari- ous conditions, therefore the system may not always be able to achieve the same level of performance.

Read the following conditions carefully. Do not overly rely on this system and always drive carefully.

Conditions under which the system may operate even if there is no pos- sibility of a collision: P. 255

Conditions under which the system may not operate properly: P. 257

Do not attempt to test the operation of the pre-collision system yourself, as the system may not operate properly, possibly leading to an accident.

Pre-collision braking

When the pre-collision braking function is operating, a large amount of braking force will be applied.

If the vehicle is stopped by the operation of the pre-collision braking func- tion, the pre-collision braking function operation will be canceled after approximately 2 seconds. Depress the brake pedal as necessary.

The pre-collision braking function may not operate if certain operations are performed by the driver. If the accelerator pedal is being depressed strongly or the steering wheel is being turned, the system may determine that the driver is taking evasive action and possibly prevent the pre-colli- sion braking function from operating.

In some situations, while the pre-collision braking function is operating, operation of the function may be canceled if the accelerator pedal is depressed strongly or the steering wheel is turned and the system deter- mines that the driver is taking evasive action.

If the brake pedal is being depressed, the system may determine that the driver is taking evasive action and possibly delay the operation timing of the pre-collision braking function.

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Enabling/disabling the pre-collision system

The system is automatically enabled each time the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.

Changing the pre-collision warning timing

The pre-collision warning timing can be changed on (4.2-inch display) or (7-inch display) (P. 100, 112) of the multi-informa- tion display.

The operation timing setting is retained when the engine switch is turned off.

The warning will begin to oper- ate earlier than with the default timing.

This is the default setting.

The warning will begin to oper- ate later than with the default timing.

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Operational conditions

The pre-collision system is enabled and the system determines that the pos- sibility of a frontal collision with a vehicle or pedestrian is high.

Each function is operational at the following speeds:

Pre-collision warning:

Vehicle speed is between approximately 7 and 110 mph (10 and 180 km/h). (For detecting a pedestrian, vehicle speed is between approxi- mately 7 and 50 mph [10 and 80 km/h].)

The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian ahead is approximately 7 mph (10 km/h) or more.

Pre-collision brake assist:

Vehicle speed is between approximately 20 and 110 mph (30 and 180 km/h). (For detecting a pedestrian, vehicle speed is between approxi- mately 20 and 50 mph [30 and 80 km/h].)

The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian ahead is approximately 20 mph (30 km/h) or more.

Pre-collision braking:

Vehicle speed is between approximately 7 and 110 mph (10 and 180 km/h). (For detecting a pedestrian, vehicle speed is between approxi- mately 7 and 50 mph [10 and 80 km/h].)

The relative speed between your vehicle and the vehicle or pedestrian ahead is approximately 7 mph (10 km/h) or more.

The system may not operate in the following situations:

If a battery terminal has been disconnected and reconnected and then the vehicle has not been driven for a certain amount of time

If the shift lever is in R

If VSC is disabled (only the pre-collision warning function will be opera- tional)

Pedestrian detection function

The pre-collision system detects pedestri- ans based on the size, profile, and motion of a detected object. However, a pedes- trian may not be detected depending on the surrounding brightness and the motion, posture, and angle of the detected object, preventing the system from operating properly. (P. 259)

Cancelation of the pre-collision braking

If either of the following occur while the pre-collision braking function is oper- ating, it will be canceled:

The accelerator pedal is depressed strongly.

The steering wheel is turned sharply or abruptly.

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Conditions under which the system may operate even if there is no pos- sibility of a collision

In some situations such as the following, the system may determine that there is a possibility of a frontal collision and operate.

When passing a vehicle or pedestrian

When changing lanes while overtaking a preceding vehicle

When overtaking a preceding vehicle that is changing lanes

When overtaking a preceding vehicle that is making a left/right turn

When passing a vehicle in an oncom- ing lane that is stopped to make a right/left turn

When driving on a road where relative location to vehicle ahead in an adja- cent lane may change, such as on a winding road

When rapidly closing on a vehicle ahead

If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered, such as when the road sur- face is uneven or undulating

When approaching objects on the roadside, such as guardrails, utility poles, trees, or walls

When there is a vehicle, pedestrian, or object by the roadside at the entrance of a curve

When driving on a narrow path surrounded by a structure, such as in a tunnel or on an iron bridge

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When there is a metal object (manhole cover, steel plate, etc.), steps, or a protrusion on the road surface or roadside

When a crossing pedestrian approaches very close to the vehicle

When passing through a place with a low structure above the road (low ceil- ing, traffic sign, etc.)

When passing under an object (bill- board, etc.) at the top of an uphill road

When rapidly closing on an electric toll gate barrier, parking area barrier, or other barrier that opens and closes

When using an automatic car wash

When driving through or under objects that may contact the vehicle, such as thick grass, tree branches, or a banner

When the vehicle is hit by water, snow, dust, etc. from a vehicle ahead

When driving through steam or smoke

When there are patterns or paint on the road or a wall that may be mis- taken for a vehicle or pedestrian

When driving near an object that reflects radio waves, such as a large truck or guardrail

When driving near a TV tower, broadcasting station, electric power plant, or other location where strong radio waves or electrical noise may be present

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In some situations such as the following, a vehicle may not be detected by the radar sensor and camera sensor, preventing the system from operating properly:

If an oncoming vehicle is approaching your vehicle

If a vehicle ahead is a motorcycle or bicycle

When approaching the side or front of a vehicle

If a preceding vehicle has a small rear end, such as an unloaded truck

If a preceding vehicle has a low rear end, such as a low bed trailer

If a vehicle ahead is carrying a load which protrudes past its rear bumper

If a vehicle ahead has extremely high ground clearance

If a vehicle ahead is irregularly shaped, such as a tractor or side car

If the sun or other light is shining directly on a vehicle ahead

If a vehicle cuts in front of your vehicle or emerges from beside a vehicle

If a vehicle ahead makes an abrupt maneuver (such as sudden swerving, acceleration or deceleration)

When suddenly cutting behind a preceding vehicle

When a vehicle ahead is not directly in front of your vehicle

When driving in inclement weather such as heavy rain, fog, snow or a sandstorm

When the vehicle is hit by water, snow, dust, etc. from a vehicle ahead

When driving through steam or smoke

When driving in a place where the surrounding brightness changes sud- denly, such as at the entrance or exit of a tunnel

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When a very bright light, such as the sun or the headlights of oncoming traffic, shines directly into the camera sensor

When the surrounding area is dim, such as at dawn or dusk, or while at night or in a tunnel

After the engine has started the vehicle has not been driven for a certain amount of time

While making a left/right turn and for a few seconds after making a left/ right turn

While driving on a curve and for a few seconds after driving on a curve

If your vehicle is skidding

If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered

If the wheels are misaligned

If a wiper blade is blocking the camera sensor

The vehicle is wobbling.

The vehicle is being driven at extremely high speeds.

When driving on a hill

If the radar sensor or camera sensor is misaligned

In some situations such as the following, sufficient braking force may not be obtained, preventing the system from performing properly:

If the braking functions cannot operate to their full extent, such as when the brake parts are extremely cold, extremely hot, or wet

If the vehicle is not properly maintained (brakes or tires are excessively worn, improper tire inflation pressure, etc.)

When the vehicle is being driven on a gravel road or other slippery sur- face

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Some pedestrians such as the following may not be detected by the radar sensor and camera sensor, preventing the system from operating properly:

Pedestrians shorter than approximately 3.2 ft. (1 m) or taller than approx- imately 6.5 ft. (2 m)

Pedestrians wearing oversized clothing (a rain coat, long skirt, etc.), mak- ing their silhouette obscure

Pedestrians who are carrying large baggage, holding an umbrella, etc., hiding part of their body

Pedestrians who are bending forward or squatting

Pedestrians who are pushing a stroller, wheelchair, bicycle or other vehi- cle

Groups of pedestrians which are close together

Pedestrians who are wearing white and look extremely bright

Pedestrians in the dark, such as at night or while in a tunnel

Pedestrians whose clothing appears to be nearly the same color or brightness as their surroundings

Pedestrians near walls, fences, guardrails, or large objects

Pedestrians who are on a metal object (manhole cover, steel plate, etc.) on the road

Pedestrians who are walking fast

Pedestrians who are changing speed abruptly

Pedestrians running out from behind a vehicle or a large object

Pedestrians who are extremely close to the side of the vehicle (outside rear view mirror, etc.)

If the PCS warning light flashes or illuminates and a warning message is displayed on the multi-information display

The pre-collision system may be temporarily unavailable or there may be a malfunction in the system.

In the following situations, the warning light will turn off, the message will disappear and the system will become operational when normal operating conditions return:

When the radar sensor or camera sensor or the area around either sen- sor is hot, such as in the sun

When the radar sensor or camera sensor or the area around either sen- sor is cold, such as in an extremely cold environment

When a front sensor is dirty or covered with snow, etc.

When the part of the windshield in front of the camera sensor is fogged up or covered with condensation or ice

(Defogging the windshield: P. 361, 367)

If the camera sensor is obstructed, such as when the hood is open or a sticker is attached to the windshield near the camera sensor

If the PCS warning light continues to flash or remains illuminated or the warning message does not disappear even though the vehicle has returned to normal, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

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If VSC is disabled

If VSC is disabled (P. 305), the pre-collision brake assist and pre-collision braking functions are also disabled.

The PCS warning light will turn on and “VSC Turned Off Pre-Collision Brake System Unavailable” will be displayed on the multi-information display.

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The LDA system recognizes visi- ble white (yellow) lines with the camera sensor on the upper por- tion of the front windshield.

*: If equipped

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Lane departure alert function

When the warning buzzer sounds, check the surrounding road situation and carefully operate the steering wheel to move the vehicle back to the center of the lane.

Steering control function

If the system detects that the steering wheel has not been operated for a fixed amount of time or the steering wheel is not being firmly gripped, a warning is displayed on the multi-infor- mation display and the warning buzzer sounds.

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LDA system on.

The LDA indicator illuminates and a message is displayed on the multi-information display.

Press the LDA switch again to turn the LDA system off.

When the LDA system is turned on or off, operation of the LDA system continues in the same condition the next time the engine is started.

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LDA indicator

The illumination condition of the indicator informs the driver of the system operation status.

Illuminated in white:

LDA system is operating.

Illuminated in green:

Steering wheel assistance of the steering control function is operat- ing.

Flashing in yellow:

Lane departure alert function is operating.

Indicates that steering wheel assistance of the steering control function is operating.

Lane departure alert function display

Displayed when the multi-information display is switched to the driving assist system information screen.

Inside of displayed white lines is white

Inside of displayed white lines is black

Indicates that the system is recog- nizing white (yellow) lines. When the vehicle departs from its lane, the white line displayed on the side the vehicle departs from flashes yellow.

Indicates that the system is not able to recognize white (yellow) lines or is temporarily canceled.

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Operation conditions of each function

Lane departure alert function

This function operates when all of the following conditions are met.

LDA is turned on.

Vehicle speed is approximately 32 mph (50 km/h) or more.

System recognizes white (yellow) lines.

Width of traffic lane is approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) or more.

Turn signal lever is not operated.

Vehicle is driven on a straight road or around a gentle curve with a radius of more than approximately 492 ft. (150 m).

No system malfunctions are detected. (P. 270)

Steering control function

This function operates when all of the following conditions are met in addi- tion to the operation conditions for the lane departure alert function.

Setting for “Steering Assist” in (4.2-inch display) or (7-inch dis- play) of the multi-information display is set to “On”. (P. 100, 112)

Vehicle is not accelerated or decelerated by a certain amount or more.

Steering wheel is not operated with a steering force level suitable for changing lanes.

ABS, VSC, TRAC and PCS are not operating.

TRAC or VSC is not turned off.

Vehicle sway warning

This function operates when all of the following conditions are met.

Setting for “Sway Warning” in (4.2-inch display) or (7-inch display) of the multi-information display is set to “On”. (P. 100, 112)

Vehicle speed is approximately 32 mph (50 km/h) or more.

Width of traffic lane is approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) or more.

No system malfunctions are detected. (P. 270)

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Temporary cancellation of functions

When the operation conditions are no longer met, a function may be tempo- rarily canceled. However, when the operation conditions are met again, oper- ation of the function is automatically restored. (P. 267)

Steering control function

Depending on the vehicle speed, lane departure situation, road conditions, etc., the driver may not feel the function is operating or the function may not operate at all.

Lane departure alert function

The warning buzzer may be difficult to hear due to external noise, audio play- back, etc.

Hands off steering wheel warning

When the system determines that the driver has removed their hands from the steering wheel while the steering control function is operating, a warning message urging the driver to hold the steering wheel and the symbol shown in the illus- tration are displayed on the multi-informa- tion display.

If the driver continues to keep their hands off of the steering wheel, a buzzer sounds and a warning message and the symbol shown in the illustration are displayed on the multi-information display. This warning also operates in the same way when the driver continuously operates the steering wheel only a small amount. Always keep your hands on the steering wheel when using this system, regardless of warnings.

Depending on the vehicle and road conditions, the warning may not operate.

Vehicle sway warning function

When the system determines that the vehicle is swaying while the vehicle sway warning function is operating, a buzzer sounds and a warning message urging the driver to rest and the symbol shown in the illustration are simultaneously dis- played on the multi-information display.

Depending on the vehicle and road condi- tions, the warning may not operate.

White (yellow) lines are only on one side of road

The LDA system will not operate for the side on which white (yellow) lines could not be recognized.

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In the following situations, the camera sensor may not detect white (yellow) lines and various functions may not operate normally.

There are shadows on the road that run parallel with, or cover, the white (yellow) lines.

The vehicle is driven in an area without white (yellow) lines, such as in front of a tollgate or checkpoint, or at an intersection, etc.

The white (yellow) lines are cracked, “Botts’ dots”, “Raised pavement marker” or stones are present.

The white (yellow) lines cannot be seen or are difficult to see due to sand, etc.

The vehicle is driven on a road surface that is wet due to rain, puddles, etc.

The traffic lines are yellow (which may be more difficult to recognize than lines that are white).

The white (yellow) lines cross over a curb, etc.

The vehicle is driven on a bright surface, such as concrete.

The vehicle is driven on a surface that is bright due to reflected light, etc.

The vehicle is driven in an area where the brightness changes suddenly, such as at the entrances and exits of tunnels, etc.

Light from the headlights of an oncoming vehicle, the sun, etc. enters the camera.

The vehicle is driven where the road diverges, merges, etc.

The vehicle is driven on a slope.

The vehicle is driven on a road which tilts left or right, or a winding road.

The vehicle is driven on an unpaved or rough road.

The vehicle is driven around a sharp curve.

The traffic lane is excessively narrow or wide.

The vehicle is extremely tilted due to carrying heavy luggage or having improper tire pressure.

The distance to the preceding vehicle is extremely short.

The vehicle is moving up and down a large amount due to road conditions during driving (poor roads or road seams).

The headlight lenses are dirty and emit a faint amount of light at night, or the beam axis has deviated.

The vehicle is struck by a crosswind.

The vehicle has just changed lanes or crossed an intersection.

Snow tires, etc. are equipped.

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If the LDA indicator is illuminated in yellow and a warning message is displayed on the multi-information display

P. 498

Customization

Some functions can be customized. (P. 100, 112)

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Use the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range on free- ways and highways.

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode (P. 275)

Constant speed control mode (P. 281)

Meter display

Display Set speed Indicators

Operation switches

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch

“+ RES” switch

Cruise control main switch Cancel switch

“- SET” switch

*: If equipped

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Note that vehicle-to-vehicle distance will close in when traveling on long downhill slopes.

The vehicle travels at the speed set by the driver. The desired vehicle-to- vehicle distance can also be set by operating the vehicle-to-vehicle dis- tance switch.

When a preceding vehicle driving slower than the set speed appears

When a vehicle is detected running ahead of you, the system automatically decelerates your vehicle. When a greater reduction in vehicle speed is necessary, the system applies the brakes (the stop lights will come on at this time). The system will respond to changes in the speed of the vehicle ahead in order to maintain the vehicle-to-vehicle distance set by the driver. Approach warning warns you when the system cannot decelerate suffi- ciently to prevent your vehicle from closing in on the vehicle ahead.

When the vehicle ahead of you stops, your vehicle will also stop (vehicle is stopped by system control). After the vehicle ahead starts off, pressing the “+ RES” switch or depressing the accelerator pedal will resume follow-up cruising.

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When there are no longer any preceding vehicles driving slower than the set speed

The system accelerates until the set speed is reached. The system then returns to constant speed cruising.

Radar cruise control indicator will come on and a message will be displayed on the multi-information display.

Press the switch again to deacti- vate the cruise control.

If the cruise control main switch is pressed and held for 1.5 seconds or more, the system turns on in constant speed control mode. (P. 281)

Cruise control “SET” indicator will come on.

The vehicle speed at the moment the switch is released becomes the set speed.

If the switch is operated while the vehicle speed is below approximately 30 mph (50 km/h) and a preceding vehicle is present, the set speed will be adjusted to approximately 30 mph (50 km/h).

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Increases the speed

(Except when the vehicle has been stopped by system control in vehi- cle-to-vehicle distance control mode)

Fine adjustment: Press the switch.

Large adjustment: Press and hold the switch to change the speed, and release when the desired speed is reached.

In the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the set speed will be increased or decreased as follows:

For U.S. mainland and Hawaii

Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 km/h)*1 or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)*2 each time the switch is pressed

Large adjustment: Increases or decreases in 1 mph (1.6 km/h)*1 or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)*2 increments for as long as the switch is held

For Canada, Guam, Saipan and Puerto Rico

Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 km/h)*1 or 1 km/h (0.6mph)*2 each time the switch is pressed

Large adjustment: Increases or decreases in 5 mph (8 km/h)*1 or 5 km/h (3.1 mph)*2 increments for as long as the switch is held

Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 km/h)*1 or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)*2 each time the switch is pressed

Large adjustment: The speed will continue to change while the switch is held.

*1: When the set speed is shown in “MPH”

*2: When the set speed is shown in “km/h”

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Long Medium Short

The vehicle-to-vehicle distance is set automatically to long mode when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.

If a vehicle is running ahead of you, the preceding vehicle mark will also be displayed.

Distance options	Vehicle-to-vehicle distance
Long	Approximately 160 ft. (50 m)
Medium	Approximately 130 ft. (40 m)
Short	Approximately 100 ft. (30 m)

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starts off, press the “+ RES” switch.

Your vehicle will also resume fol- low-up cruising if the accelerator pedal is depressed after the vehi- cle ahead of you starts off.

Pressing the cancel switch can-

cels the speed control.

The speed control is also canceled when the brake pedal is depressed.

(When the vehicle has been stopped by system control, depressing the brake pedal does not cancel the setting.)

However, when a vehicle ahead is not detected, cruise control does not resume when the vehicle speed is approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) or less.

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a vehicle ahead, and sufficient automatic deceleration via the cruise control is not possible, the display will flash and the buzzer will sound to alert the driver. An example of this would be if another driver cuts in front of you while you are following a vehicle. Depress the brake pedal to ensure an appropriate vehicle-to- vehicle distance.

Warnings may not occur when

In the following instances, warnings may not occur even when the vehicle-to-vehicle distance is small.

When the speed of the preceding vehicle matches or exceeds your vehicle speed

When the preceding vehicle is traveling at an extremely slow speed

Immediately after the cruise control speed was set

When depressing the accelerator pedal

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With the cruise control off, press and hold the cruise con- trol main switch for 1.5 seconds or more.

Immediately after the switch is pressed, the radar cruise control indicator will come on. Afterwards, it switches to the cruise control indicator.

Switching to constant speed control mode is only possible when operating the switch with the cruise control off.

Cruise control “SET” indicator will come on.

The vehicle speed at the moment the switch is released becomes the set speed.

Adjusting the speed setting: P. 277

Canceling and resuming the speed setting: P. 279

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Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range can be set when

The shift lever is in D or range 4 or higher of S has been selected.

Range 4 or higher of D has been selected by using the paddle shift switch. (vehicles with paddle shift switches)

Vehicle speed is at or above approximately 30 mph (50 km/h). However, when a preceding vehicle is detected, the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range can be set even if the vehicle speed is at or below approxi- mately 30 mph (50 km/h).

Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed

The vehicle can accelerate by operating the accelerator pedal. After acceler- ating, the set speed resumes. However, during vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the vehicle speed may decrease below the set speed in order to maintain the distance to the preceding vehicle.

When the vehicle stops while follow-up cruising

Pressing the “+ RES” switch while the vehicle ahead stops will resume fol- low-up cruising if the vehicle ahead starts off within approximately 3 sec- onds after the switch is pressed.

If the vehicle ahead starts off within 3 seconds after your vehicle stops, fol- low-up cruising will be resumed.

Automatic cancelation of vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode is automatically canceled in the fol- lowing situations:

Actual vehicle speed falls at or below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) when there are no vehicles ahead.

The preceding vehicle leaves the lane when your vehicle is following at a vehicle speed at or below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h). Otherwise, the sensor cannot properly detect the vehicle. (“Radar Cruise Control Unavail- able” is displayed on the multi-information display)

VSC is activated.

TRAC is activated for a period of time.

When the VSC or TRAC system is turned off.

The sensor cannot detect correctly because it is covered in some way.

Pre-collision braking is activated.

The parking brake is operated.

The vehicle is stopped by system control on a steep incline.

The following are detected when the vehicle has been stopped by system control:

The driver is not wearing a seat belt.

The driver’s door is opened.

The vehicle has been stopped for about 3 minutes

If vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode is automatically canceled for any other reason, there may be a malfunction in the system. Contact your Toyota dealer.

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Constant speed control mode is automatically canceled in the following situa- tions:

Actual vehicle speed is more than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h) below the set vehicle speed.

Actual vehicle speed falls below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).

VSC is activated.

TRAC is activated for a period of time.

When the VSC or TRAC system is turned off.

Pre-collision braking is activated.

If constant speed control mode is automatically canceled for any other rea- son, there may be a malfunction in the system. Contact your Toyota dealer.

Brake system operation sound

If the brakes are applied automatically while the vehicle is in vehicle-to-vehi- cle distance control mode, a brake system operation sound may be heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.

Warning messages and buzzers for dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range

Warning messages and buzzers are used to indicate a system malfunction or to inform the driver of the need for caution while driving. If a warning message is shown on the multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions.

When the sensor may not be correctly detecting the vehicle ahead

In the case of the following and depending on the conditions, operate the brake pedal when deceleration of the system is insufficient or operate the accelerator pedal when acceleration is required.

As the sensor may not be able to correctly detect these types of vehicles, the approach warning (P. 280) may not be activated.

Vehicles that cut in suddenly

Vehicles traveling at low speeds

Vehicles that are not moving in the same lane

Vehicles with small rear ends (trailers with no load on board, etc.)

Motorcycles traveling in the same lane

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When water or snow thrown up by the surrounding vehicles hinders the detecting of the sensor

When your vehicle is pointing upwards (caused by a heavy load in the luggage compartment, etc.)

Preceding vehicle has an extremely high ground clearance

Conditions under which the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode may not function correctly

In the case of the following conditions, operate the brake pedal (or accelera- tor pedal, depending on the situation) as necessary.

As the sensor may not be able to correctly detect vehicles ahead, the system may not operate properly.

When the road curves or when the lanes are narrow

When steering wheel operation or your position in the lane is unstable

When the vehicle ahead of you decelerates suddenly

When driving on a road surrounded by a structure, such as in a tunnel or on a bridge

While the vehicle speed is decreasing to the set speed after the vehicle accelerates by depressing the accelerator pedal

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Use the dynamic radar cruise control on freeways and highways.

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode (P. 289)

Constant speed control mode (P. 294)

Meter display

Display Set speed Indicators

Operation switches

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch

“+ RES” switch

Cruise control main switch Cancel switch

“- SET” switch

*: If equipped

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Note that vehicle-to-vehicle distance will close in when traveling on long downhill slopes.

The vehicle travels at the speed set by the driver. The desired vehicle-to- vehicle distance can also be set by operating the vehicle-to-vehicle dis- tance switch.

When a preceding vehicle driving slower than the set speed appears

When a vehicle is detected running ahead of you, the system automatically decelerates your vehicle. When a greater reduction in vehicle speed is necessary, the system applies the brakes (the stop lights will come on at this time). The system will respond to changes in the speed of the vehicle ahead in order to maintain the vehicle-to-vehicle distance set by the driver. Approach warning warns you when the system cannot decelerate suffi- ciently to prevent your vehicle from closing in on the vehicle ahead.

When there are no longer any preceding vehicles driving slower than the set speed

The system accelerates until the set speed is reached. The system then returns to constant speed cruising.

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Radar cruise control indicator will come on and a message will be displayed on the multi-information display.

Press the switch again to deacti- vate the cruise control.

If the cruise control main switch is pressed and held for 1.5 seconds or more, the system turns on in constant speed control mode. (P. 294)

Cruise control “SET” indicator will come on.

The vehicle speed at the moment the switch is released becomes the set speed.

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Increases the speed Decreases the speed

Fine adjustment: Press the switch.

Large adjustment: Press and hold the switch to change the speed, and release when the desired speed is reached.

In the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the set speed will be increased or decreased as follows:

For U.S.A

Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 km/h)*1 or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)*2 each time the switch is pressed

Large adjustment: Increases or decreases in 1 mph (1.6 km/h)*1 or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)*2 increments for as long as the switch is held

For Canada

Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 km/h)*1 or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)*2 each time the switch is pressed

Large adjustment: Increases or decreases in 5 mph (8 km/h)*1 or 5 km/h (3.1 mph)*2 increments for as long as the switch is held

Fine adjustment: By 1 mph (1.6 km/h)*1 or 1 km/h (0.6 mph)*2 each time the switch is pressed

Large adjustment: The speed will continue to change while the switch is held.

*1: When the set speed is shown in “MPH”

*2: When the set speed is shown in “km/h”

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Long Medium Short

The vehicle-to-vehicle distance is set automatically to long mode when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.

If a vehicle is running ahead of you, the preceding vehicle mark will also be displayed.

Distance options	Vehicle-to-vehicle distance
Long	Approximately 160 ft. (50 m)
Medium	Approximately 130 ft. (40 m)
Short	Approximately 100 ft. (30 m)

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cels the speed control.

The speed control is also canceled when the brake pedal is depressed.

However, cruise control does not resume when the vehicle speed is approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) or less.

Warnings may not occur when

In the following instances, warnings may not occur even when the vehicle-to-vehicle distance is small.

When the speed of the preceding vehicle matches or exceeds your vehicle speed

When the preceding vehicle is traveling at an extremely slow speed

Immediately after the cruise control speed was set

When depressing the accelerator pedal

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With the cruise control off, press and hold the cruise con- trol main switch for 1.5 seconds or more.

Immediately after the switch is pressed, the radar cruise control indicator will come on. Afterwards, it switches to the cruise control indicator.

Switching to constant speed control mode is only possible when operating the switch with the cruise control off.

Cruise control “SET” indicator will come on.

The vehicle speed at the moment the switch is released becomes the set speed.

Adjusting the speed setting: P. 291

Canceling and resuming the speed setting: P. 293

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Dynamic radar cruise control can be set when

The shift lever is in D or range 4 or higher of S has been selected.

Range 4 or higher of D has been selected by using the paddle shift switch. (vehicles with paddle shift switches)

Vehicle speed is at or above approximately 30 mph (50 km/h).

Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed

The vehicle can accelerate by operating the accelerator pedal. After acceler- ating, the set speed resumes. However, during vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the vehicle speed may decrease below the set speed in order to maintain the distance to the preceding vehicle.

When the vehicle stops while follow-up cruising

Pressing the “+ RES” switch while the vehicle ahead stops will resume fol- low-up cruising if the vehicle ahead starts off within approximately 3 sec- onds after the switch is pressed.

If the vehicle ahead starts off within 3 seconds after your vehicle stops, fol- low-up cruising will be resumed.

Automatic cancelation of vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode is automatically canceled in the fol- lowing situations:

Actual vehicle speed falls at or below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).

VSC is activated.

TRAC is activated for a period of time.

When the VSC or TRAC system is turned off.

The sensor cannot detect correctly because it is covered in some way.

Pre-collision braking is activated.

If vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode is automatically canceled for any other reason, there may be a malfunction in the system. Contact your Toyota dealer.

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Automatic cancelation of constant speed control mode

Constant speed control mode is automatically canceled in the following situa- tions:

Actual vehicle speed is more than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h) below the set vehicle speed.

Actual vehicle speed falls below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).

VSC is activated.

TRAC is activated for a period of time.

When the VSC or TRAC system is turned off.

Pre-collision braking is activated.

If constant speed control mode is automatically canceled for any other rea- son, there may be a malfunction in the system. Contact your Toyota dealer.

Brake system operation sound

If the brakes are applied automatically while the vehicle is in vehicle-to-vehi- cle distance control mode, a brake system operation sound may be heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.

Warning messages and buzzers for dynamic radar cruise control Warning messages and buzzers are used to indicate a system malfunction or to inform the driver of the need for caution while driving. If a warning message is shown on the multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions.

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In the case of the following and depending on the conditions, operate the brake pedal when deceleration of the system is insufficient or operate the accelerator pedal when acceleration is required.

As the sensor may not be able to correctly detect these types of vehicles, the approach warning (P. 293) may not be activated.

Vehicles that cut in suddenly

Vehicles traveling at low speeds

Vehicles that are not moving in the same lane

Vehicles with small rear ends (trailers with no load on board, etc.)

Motorcycles traveling in the same lane

When water or snow thrown up by the surrounding vehicles hinders the detecting of the sensor

When your vehicle is pointing upwards (caused by a heavy load in the luggage compartment, etc.)

Preceding vehicle has an extremely high ground clearance

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Conditions under which the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode may not function correctly

In the case of the following conditions, operate the brake pedal (or accelera- tor pedal, depending on the situation) as necessary.

As the sensor may not be able to correctly detect vehicles ahead, the system may not operate properly.

When the road curves or when the lanes are narrow

When steering wheel operation or your position in the lane is unstable

When the vehicle ahead of you decelerates suddenly

When driving on a road surrounded by a structure, such as in a tunnel or on a bridge

While the vehicle speed is decreasing to the set speed after the vehicle accelerates by depressing the accelerator pedal

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Meter display Set speed Indicators

Operation switches

Cruise control main switch Cancel switch

“- SET” switch

*: If equipped

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Cruise control indicator will be dis- played.

Press the switch again to deacti- vate the cruise control.

Cruise control “SET” indicator will be displayed.

The vehicle speed at the moment the switch is released becomes the set speed.

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Increases the speed Decreases the speed

Fine adjustment: Press the switch.

Large adjustment: Press and hold the switch to change the speed, and release when the desired speed is reached.

The set speed will be increased or decreased as follows:

When the set speed is shown in “MPH”

Fine adjustment: By approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h) each time the switch is operated.

Large adjustment: The set speed can be increased or decreased contin- ually until the switch is released.

When the set speed is shown in “km/h”

Fine adjustment: By approximately 1 km/h (0.6 mph) each time the switch is operated

Large adjustment: The set speed can be increased or decreased contin- ually until the switch is released.

The speed setting is also canceled when the brakes are applied.

Resuming is available when the vehicle speed is more than approx- imately 25 mph (40 km/h).

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Cruise control can be set when

The shift lever is in D or range 4 or higher of S has been selected.

Vehicle speed is above approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).

Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed

The vehicle can be accelerated normally. After acceleration, the set speed resumes.

Even without canceling the cruise control, the set speed can be increased by first accelerating the vehicle to the desired speed and then pressing the “- SET” switch to set the new speed.

Automatic cruise control cancelation

Cruise control will stop maintaining the vehicle speed in any of the following situations.

Actual vehicle speed falls more than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h) below the preset vehicle speed.

At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.

Actual vehicle speed is below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).

VSC is activated.

TRAC is activated for a period of time.

If the warning message for the cruise control is shown on the multi- information display

Press the cruise control main switch once to deactivate the system, and then press the button again to reactivate the system.

If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels imme- diately after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise control system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

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ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)

Brake assist

Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal is depressed when the system detects a panic stop situation

VSC (Vehicle Stability Control)

Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or turning on slippery road surfaces.

Enhanced VSC (Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control)

Provides cooperative control of the ABS, TRAC, VSC and EPS. Helps to maintain directional stability when swerving on slippery road surfaces by controlling steering performance.

Secondary Collision Brake (if equipped)

When the airbag sensor detects a collision, the brakes and stop lights are automatically controlled to reduce the vehicle speed and that helps reduce the possibility of further damage due to a second- ary collision

TRAC (Traction Control)

Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the drive wheels from spinning when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads

Hill-start assist control

Helps to reduce the backward movement of the vehicle when start- ing on an uphill

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PCS (Pre-Collision System) (if equipped)

P. 250

BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) (if equipped)

P. 310

The slip indicator light will flash while the TRAC/VSC systems are operating.

If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt or snow, the TRAC system may

reduce power from the engine to the wheels. Pressing to turn the system off may make it easier for you to rock the vehicle in order to free it.

To turn the TRAC system off,

quickly press and release .

“Traction Control Turned Off” will be shown on the multi-information display.

Press again to turn the sys- tem back on.

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Turning off both TRAC and VSC systems

To turn the TRAC and VSC systems off, press and hold for more than 3 seconds while the vehicle is stopped.

The VSC OFF indicator light will come on and the “Traction Control Turned Off” will be shown on the multi-information display*.

Press again to turn the systems back on.

*: On vehicles with pre-collision system, pre-collision brake assist and pre- collision braking will also be disabled. The pre-collision system warning light will come on and the message will be shown on the multi-information display. (P. 260)

When the message is displayed on the multi-information display show- ing that TRAC has been disabled even if has not been pressed

TRAC is temporary deactivated. If the information continues to show, contact

your Toyota dealer.

Operating conditions of hill-start assist control

When the following four conditions are met, the hill-start assist control will operate:

The shift lever is in a position other than P or N (when starting off forward/ backward on an upward incline)

The vehicle is stopped

The accelerator pedal is not depressed

The parking brake is not engaged

Automatic system cancelation of hill-start assist control

The hill-start assist control will turn off in any of the following situations:

The shift lever is shifted to P or N

The accelerator pedal is depressed

The parking brake is engaged

2 seconds at maximum elapsed after the brake pedal is released

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Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, VSC, TRAC and hill-start assist control systems

A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the brake pedal is depressed repeatedly, when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate that a malfunction has occurred in any of these systems.

Any 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 also after the vehicle comes to a stop.

The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after the ABS is activated.

The brake pedal may move down slightly after the ABS is activated.

EPS operation sound

When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.

Automatic reactivation of TRAC and VSC systems

After turning the TRAC and VSC systems off, the systems will be automati- cally re-enabled in the following situations:

When the engine switch is turned off

If only the TRAC system is turned off, the TRAC will turn on when vehicle speed increases

If both the TRAC and VSC systems are turned off, automatic re-enabling will not occur when vehicle speed increases.

Secondary Collision Brake operating conditions

The vehicle speed is approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) or more and the airbag sensor detects a collision. (The Secondary Collision Brake will not operate when the vehicle speed is below approximately 6 mph [10km/h].)

Secondary Collision Brake automatic cancellation

The Secondary Collision Brake is automatically canceled in the following situ- ations:

The vehicle speed drops below approximately 6 mph (10 km/h)

A certain amount of time elapses during operation

The accelerator pedal is depressed a large amount

Reduced effectiveness of the EPS system

The effectiveness of the EPS system is reduced to prevent the system from overheating when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of time. The steering wheel may feel heavy as a result.

Should this occur, refrain from excessive steering input or stop the vehicle and turn the engine off. The EPS system should return to normal within 10 minutes.

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WARNING

The ABS does not operate effectively when

The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded (such as excessively worn tires on a snow covered road).

The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads.

Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of nor- mal conditions

The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, especially in the following situations:

When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads

When driving with tire chains

When driving over bumps on the road

When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces

TRAC/VSC may not operate effectively when

Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip- pery road surfaces, even if the TRAC/VSC system is operating.

Drive the vehicle carefully in conditions where stability and power may be lost.

Hill- start assist control does not operate effectively when

Do not overly rely on hill-start assist control. Hill-start assist control may not operate effectively on steep inclines and roads covered with ice.

Unlike the parking brake, hill-start assist control is not intended to hold the vehicle stationary for an extended period of time. Do not attempt to use hill-start assist control to hold the vehicle on an incline, as doing so may lead to an accident.

When the TRAC/VSC is activated

The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator light flashes.

When the TRAC/VSC systems are turned off

Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road condi- tions. As these are the systems to help ensure vehicle stability and driving force, do not turn the TRAC/VSC systems off unless necessary.

Secondary Collision Brake

Do not overly rely on the Secondary Collision Brake. This system is designed to help reduce the possibility of further damage due to a second- ary collision, however, that effect changes according to various conditions. Overly relying on the system may result in death or serious injury.

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The BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) function

Assists the driver in making a decision when changing lanes

The RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function Assists the driver when backing up

These functions use same sensors.

Multi-information display

Turning the BSM function/RCTA function on/off. (P. 311)

BSM function:

When a vehicle is detected in the blind spot, the outside rear view mirror indicator comes on while the turn signal lever is not operated and the out- side rear view mirror indicator flashes while the turn signal lever is oper- ated.

RCTA function:

When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is detected, the outside rear view mirror indicators flash.

When the BSM function/RCTA function is turned on, the indicator illumi- nates.

*: If equipped

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If a vehicle approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle is detected, the RCTA icon (P. 316) for the detected side will be displayed.

RCTA buzzer (RCTA function only)

When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is detected, a buzzer sounds from behind the rear seat.

Press / of the meter control switches, select . Press / of the meter control switches, select or . Press of the meter control switch.

Each time is pressed, the function changes on/off.

Vehicles with 7-inch multi-information display

Press / of the meter control switches, select .

Press / of the meter control switches, select or . Press of the meter control switch.

Each time is pressed, the function changes on/off.

The outside rear view mirror indicators visibility

When under strong sunlight, the outside rear view mirror indicator may be dif- ficult to see.

RCTA buzzer hearing

RCTA function may be difficult to hear over loud noises such as high audio volume.

When “Blind Spot Monitor Unavailable” and “Rear Cross Traffic Alert Unavailable” are shown on the multi-information display

Ice, snow, mud, etc., may be attached to the rear bumper around the sensors. (P. 313)

The system should return to normal operation after removing the ice, snow, mud, etc. from the rear bumper.

Additionally, the sensors may not operate normally when driving in extremely hot or cold environments.

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When there is a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitor

If a system malfunction is detected due to any of the following reasons, a warning message will be displayed:

There is a malfunction with the sensors

The sensors have become dirty

The outside temperature is extremely high or low

The sensor voltage has become abnormal

Certification for the Blind Spot Monitor

For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.

For vehicles sold in Canada

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The areas that vehicles can be detected in are outlined below.

The range of the detection area extends to:

Approximately 11.5 ft. (3.5 m) from the side of the vehicle

The first 1.6 ft. (0.5 m) from the side of the vehicle is not in the detection area

Approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m) for- ward of the rear bumper

The BSM function is operational when

The BSM function is turned on

Vehicle speed is greater than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h).

The BSM function will detect a vehicle when

A vehicle in an adjacent lane overtakes your vehicle.

Another vehicle enters the detection area when it changes lanes.

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The BSM function is not designed to detect the following types of vehicles and/or objects:

Small motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, etc.*

Vehicles traveling in the opposite direction

Guardrails, walls, signs, parked vehicles and similar stationary objects*

Following vehicles that are in the same lane*

Vehicles driving 2 lanes across from your vehicle*

*: Depending on the conditions, detection of a vehicle and/or object may occur.

Conditions under which the BSM function may not function correctly

The BSM function may not detect vehicles correctly in the following condi- tions:

When the sensor is misaligned due to a strong impact to the sensor or its surrounding area

During bad weather such as heavy rain, fog, snow, etc.

When ice or mud, etc., is attached to the rear bumper

When driving on a road surface that is wet due to rain, standing water, snow, etc.

When there is a significant difference in speed between your vehicle and the vehicle that enters the detection area

When a vehicle is in the detection area from a stop and remains in the detection area as your vehicle accelerates

When driving up or down consecutive steep inclines, such as hills, a dip on the road, etc.

When driving on roads with sharp bends, consecutive curves, or uneven surfaces

When multiple vehicles approach with only a small gap between each vehicle

When vehicle lanes are wide, and the vehicle in the next lane is too far away from your vehicle

When the vehicle that enters the detection area is traveling at about the same speed as your vehicle

When there is a significant difference in height between your vehicle and the vehicle that enters the detection area

Directly after the BSM function is turned on

Instances of the BSM function unnecessarily detecting a vehicle and/or object may increase under the following conditions:

When the sensor is misaligned due to a strong impact to the sensor or its surrounding area

When there is only a short distance between your vehicle and a guardrail, wall, etc.

When there is only a short distance between your vehicle and a following vehicle

When vehicle lanes are narrow and a vehicle driving 2 lanes across from your vehicle enters the detection area

When items such as a bicycle carrier are installed on the rear of the vehi- cle

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RCTA icon display (if equipped)

When a vehicle approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle is detected, the following will be displayed on the audio sys- tem screen.

Toyota parking assist monitor	Panoramic view monitor	Content
		A vehicle is approaching from the left or right at the rear of the vehicle

: The RCTA function is malfunctioning (P. 312)

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To give the driver a more consistent time to react, the buzzer can alert for faster vehicles from farther away.

Example:

Approaching vehicle	Speed	1 Approximate alert distance
Fast	18 mph (28 km/h)	65 ft. (20 m)
Slow	5 mph (8 km/h)	18 ft. (5.5 m)

The RCTA function is operational when

The RCTA function is turned on.

The shift lever is in R.

Vehicle speed is less than approximately 5 mph (8 km/h).

Approaching vehicle speed is between approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) and 18 mph (28 km/h).

Conditions under which the RCTA function will not detect a vehicle

The RCTA function is not designed to detect the following types of vehicles and/or objects:

Small motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, etc.*

Vehicles approaching from directly behind

Guardrails, walls, signs, parked vehicles and similar stationary objects*

Vehicles moving away from your vehicle

Vehicles approaching from the parking spaces next to your vehicle*

Vehicles backing up in the parking space next to your vehicle*

*: Depending on the conditions, detection of a vehicle and/or object may occur.

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Conditions under which the RCTA function may not function correctly

The RCTA function may not detect vehicles correctly in the following condi- tions:

When the sensor is misaligned due to a strong impact to the sensor or its surrounding area

When ice or mud, etc. is attached to the rear bumper

During bad weather such as heavy rain, fog, snow, etc.

When multiple vehicles approach continuously

Shallow angle parking

When a vehicle is approaching at high speed

When parking on a steep incline, such as hills, a dip on the road, etc.

Directly after the RCTA function is turned on

Directly after the engine is started with the RCTA function on.

Vehicles that the sensors cannot detect because of obstacles

When items such as a bicycle carrier are installed on the rear of the vehi- cle

Instances of the RCTA function unnecessarily detecting a vehicle and/or object may increase in the following situations:

When a vehicle passes by the side of your vehicle

When the parking space faces a street and vehicles are being driven on the street

When the distance between your vehicle and metal objects, such as a guardrail, wall, sign, or parked vehicle, which may reflect electrical waves toward the rear of the vehicle, is short

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Pedestrian detection icon

Displayed automatically when a pedestrian is detected.

Select to mute the buzzer. The buzzer will be re-enabled when the shift lever is shifted to a position other than R.

The buzzer volume of this function changes with the RCTA buzzer volume. (P. 102, 114)

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tion detects a pedestrian in the detection area, the buzzer and icon will operate as shown in the following table:

Area	Buzzer	Icon
1	Sounds repeatedly	Blinks 3 times and then stays on
2	When the vehicle is stationary: Sounds 3 times When the vehicle is backing up: Sounds repeatedly
3	When it is determined that a pedestrian will enter area 1 within a few seconds: Sounds repeatedly	When it is determined that a pedestrian will enter area 1 within a few seconds: Blinks 3 times and then stays on

The rear camera detection function is operational when

The rear camera detection function is operational when the following condi- tions are met:

The engine switch is in the “ON” position (vehicles without a smart key sys- tem) or in IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system).

The shift lever is in R.

If the rear camera detection function is malfunctioning

If a malfunction of the rear camera detection function is detected, one of the following messages will be displayed on the audio system screen. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

“RCD malfunction.”

“Visit your dealer.”

“RCD unavailable.”

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Situations in which the system may not operate properly

Some pedestrians, such as the following, may not be detected by the Rear Camera Detection function, preventing the function from operating properly:

Pedestrians who are squatting

Pedestrians who are lying down

Pedestrians who are running

Pedestrians who suddenly enter the detection area

Pedestrians riding a bicycle, skateboard, or other light vehicle

Pedestrians wearing unusual clothing, such as a costume

Pedestrians whose body is partially hidden by a cart or other object

Pedestrians which are obscured by darkness, such as at night

In some situations, such as the following, pedestrians may not be detected by the Rear Camera Detection function, preventing the function from operat- ing properly:

When backing up in inclement weather (rain, snow, fog, etc.)

When the rear camera is obscured (dirt, snow, ice, etc. are attached) or scratched

When a very bright light, such as the sun, or the headlights of another vehicle, shines directly into the rear camera

When backing up in a place where the surrounding brightness changes suddenly, such as at the entrance or exit of a garage or underground parking lot

In some situations, such as the following, the Rear Camera Detection func- tion may operate even though there are no pedestrians in the detection area.

When a three dimensional object, such as a pole, traffic cone, fence, or parked vehicle, is detected

When a moving object, such as a car or motorcycle is detected

When backing up toward moving objects such as flags or puddles, or air- borne matter, such as smoke, steam, rain, or snow

When there is a pattern on the road, due to the road being made of cob- blestone or gravel or having tram rails, traces of repair, white lines, pedestrian crossings or fallen leaves on the surface

When backing up on a metal cover (grating), such as those used for drainage ditches

When backing up toward the roadside or a bump on the road

When an object is reflected in a puddle or on a wet road surface

When there are shadows on the road

When backing up over a bump on the road

If the vehicle is significantly tilted, such as when carrying a heavy load

When backing up toward an incline/decline

If the suspension has been modified or tires of a size other than specified are installed

If the rear of the vehicle is raised or lowered due to the carried load

If an electronic compartment, such as a backlit license plate or rear fog light, is installed near the rear camera

If a bumper protector, such as an additional trim strip, is installed to the rear bumper

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If the orientation of the rear camera has been changed due to a collision or other impact, or removal and installation

If a towing eyelet is installed to the rear of the vehicle

When the rear camera is obscured (dirt, snow, ice, etc. are attached) or scratched

When water is flowing over the rear camera lens

If there is a flashing light in the detection area, such as the emergency flashers of another vehicle

Situations in which the Rear Camera Detection function may be difficult to notice

If buzzer may be difficult to hear if the surrounding area is noisy, the volume of the audio system volume is high, the air conditioning system is being used, etc.

If the temperature in the cabin is extremely high or low, the audio system screen may not operate correctly.

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Front center sensors Rear corner sensors Rear center sensors

Press / of the meter con- trol switches, select .

Press / of the meter con- trol switches, select .

Press of the meter con-

trol switch.

Each time is pressed, the function changes on/off.

When on, the indicator light comes on to inform the driver that the sys- tem is operational.

*: If equipped

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Multi-information display

Front corner sensor opera- tion

Front center sensor opera- tion

Rear corner sensor operation Rear center sensor operation

Select to mute the buzzer sounds.

Audio system screen

Intuitive parking assist

When the vehicle is moving backward.

A simplified image is displayed on the upper part of the screen when an obstacle is detected.

Muting the buzzer sound

To mute the buzzer sound

The buzzer can be temporarily muted by pressing of the meter con- trol switches while an obstacle detection display is shown on the multi-infor- mation display.

To cancel the mute

Mute will be automatically cancelled in the following situations.

When the shift position is changed

When the vehicle speed has reached or exceeded approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) with the shift lever in D

When the intuitive parking assist is turned off once and turned on again Vehicles without a smart key system:

When the engine switch is turned off once and turned to “ON” position again

Vehicles with a smart key system:

When the engine switch is turned off once and turned to IGNITION ON mode again

When a sensor is malfunctioning

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Distance display

Multi- informa- tion dis- play*	Insert display	Approximate distance to obstacle
	Toyota parking assist monitor	Pan- oramic view mon- itor		Front and rear center sensor	Front and rear corner sensor
(continu- ous)	(blinking slowly)	(blinking slowly)	Far Near	Front center sensor: 3.3 ft. (100 cm) to 2.0 ft. (60 cm) Rear center sensor: 4.9 ft. (150 cm) to 2.0 ft. (60 cm)	-
(continu- ous)	(blinking)	(blinking)		2.0 ft. (60 cm) to 1.5 ft. (45 cm)	2.0 ft. (60 cm) to 1.5 ft. (45 cm)
(continu- ous)	(blinking rapidly)	(blinking rapidly)		1.5 ft. (45 cm) to 1.2 ft. (35 cm)	1.5 ft. (45 cm) to 1.2 ft. (35 cm)
(blinking)	(continu- ous)	(continu- ous)		Less than 1.2 ft. (35 cm)	Less than 1.2 ft. (35 cm)

*: The images may differ from those shown in the illustrations. (P. 325)

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The buzzer sounds faster as the vehicle approaches an obstacle. When the vehicle comes within the following distance of the obstacle, the buzzer sounds continuously: Approximately 1.2 ft. (35 cm).

When 2 or more obstacles are detected simultaneously, the buzzer system responds to the nearest obstacle. If one or both come within the above distances, the beep will repeat a long tone, followed by fast beeps.

Approximately 3.3 ft. (100 cm)

Approximately 4.9 ft. (150 cm)

Approximately 2.0 ft. (60 cm)

The diagram shows the detection range of the sensors. Note that the sensors cannot detect obstacles that are extremely close to the vehicle.

The range of the sensors may change depending on the shape of the object, etc.

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Vehicles with a smart key system: The buzzer volume can be changed on the multi-information display (P. 114) when the engine switch is in the IGNITION ON mode.

The intuitive parking assist can be operated when

Front corner sensors:

Vehicles without a smart key system: The engine switch is in the “ON” position.

Vehicles with a smart key system: The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

The shift lever is in other than P.

The vehicle speed is less than about 6 mph (10 km/h).

Front center sensors:

Vehicles without a smart key system: The engine switch is in the “ON” position.

Vehicles with a smart key system: The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

The shift lever is in other than P or R.

The vehicle speed is less than about 6 mph (10 km/h).

Rear corner and rear center sensors:

Vehicles without a smart key system: The engine switch is in the “ON” position.

Vehicles with a smart key system: The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

The shift lever is in R.

The vehicle speed is less than about 6 mph (10 km/h).

Intuitive parking assist display

When an obstacle is detected while the Toyota parking assist monitor or pan- oramic view monitor is in use, the warning indicator will appear in the upper part of the screen even if the display setting has been set to off.

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The sensor’s detection areas are limited to the areas around the vehicle’s bumper.

Depending on the shape of the obstacle and other factors, the detection dis- tance may shorten, or detection may be impossible.

Obstacles may not be detected if they are too close to the sensor.

There will be a short delay between obstacle detection and display. Even at slow speeds, there is a possibility that the obstacle will come within the sen- sor’s detection areas before the display is shown and the buzzer sounds.

Thin posts or objects lower than the sensor may not be detected when approached, even if they have been detected once.

It might be difficult to hear beeps due to the volume of audio system or air flow noise of the air conditioning system.

If “Parking Assist Unavailable Clean Parking Assist Sensor” is displayed on the multi-information display

A sensor may be dirty or covered with snow or ice. In such cases, if it is removed from the sensor, the system should return to normal.

Also, due to the sensor being frozen at low temperatures, a malfunction dis- play may appear or an obstacle may not be detected. If the sensor thaws out, the system should return to normal.

Certification

For vehicles sold in Canada

This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001.

Cet appareil ISM est conforme a la norme NMB-001 du Canada.

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WARNING

Sensors

Certain vehicle conditions and the surrounding environment may affect the ability of a sensor to correctly detect an obstacle. Particular instances where this may occur are listed below.

There is dirt, snow or ice on the sensor. (Wiping the sensors will resolve this problem.)

The sensor is frozen. (Thawing the area will resolve this problem.)

In especially cold weather, if a sensor is frozen the screen may show an abnormal display, or obstacles may not be detected.

The sensor is covered in any way.

The vehicle is leaning considerably to one side.

On an extremely bumpy road, on an incline, on gravel, or on grass.

The vicinity of the vehicle is noisy due to vehicle horns, motorcycle engines, air brakes of large vehicles, or other loud noises producing ultra- sonic waves.

There is another vehicle equipped with parking assist sensors in the vicin- ity.

The sensor is coated with a sheet of spray or heavy rain.

The sensor is drenched with water on a flooded road.

The vehicle is equipped with a fender pole or wireless antenna.

Towing eyelets are installed.

The bumper or sensor receives a strong impact.

The vehicle is approaching a tall or curved curb.

The detection range is reduced due to an object such as a sign.

In harsh sunlight or intense cold weather.

The area directly under the bumpers is not detected.

If obstacles draw too close to the sensor.

A non-genuine Toyota suspension (lowered suspension, etc.) is installed.

A backlit license plate is installed.

In addition to the examples above, there are instances in which, because of their shape, signs and other objects may be judged by a sensor to be closer than they are.

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When traveling at a low speed and the brake pedal is not depressed, or is depressed late

*: If equipped

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When the vehicle moves in the unintended direction due to the wrong shift position being selected

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Examples of system operation

The system will operate in situations such as the following if an object is detected in the traveling direction of the vehicle.

When reversing, a vehicle is approaching and the brake pedal is not depressed, or is depressed late

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Front center sensors Rear corner sensors Rear center sensors

Press / of the meter con- trol switches, select .

Press / of the meter con- trol switches, select .

Press of the meter con- trol switch.

Select the “Yes” and push .

When the Intelligent Clearance Sonar is disabled, the ICS OFF indicator illuminates.

To re-enable the system when it was disabled, select on the multi-infor- mation display, select and then “On”. If disabled using this method, the system will not be re-enabled by turning the engine switch off and then to

IGNITION ON mode.

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Depending on the situation, engine output restriction control will operate to either limit acceleration or restrict output as much as possible.

Control	Situation	Multi-information display	ICS OFF Indicator	Buzzer
Engine output restriction con- trol is operating (acceleration restriction)	Acceleration greater than a certain amount is not possible.	“Object Detected Acceleration Reduced”	Not illu- minated	Short beep
Engine output restriction con- trol is operating (output restricted as much as pos- sible)	Stronger-than- normal brake operation is nec- essary.	“Brake!”
Brake control is operating	Emergency brak- ing is necessary.
Vehicle stopped by system opera- tion	The vehicle has been stopped by brake control operation.	“Switch to Brake”	Illumi- nated

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Additionally, if the accelerator pedal continues to be depressed, the brakes will be applied automatically to reduce the vehicle speed. (Brake control: See B below.)

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High possibility of a collision

Extremely high possibility of a collision

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The Intelligent Clearance Sonar function will operate when

The function will operate when the ICS OFF indicator is not illuminated or flashing (P. 335, 343) and all of the following conditions are met:

Engine output restriction control

The Intelligent Clearance Sonar system is enabled.

The vehicle speed is 10 mph (15 km/h) or less.

There is an object in the traveling direction of the vehicle and 6 to 13 ft. (2 to 4 m) away.

The system determines that a stronger-than-normal brake operation is necessary to avoid a collision.

Brake control

Engine output restriction control is operating.

The system determines that an emergency brake operation is necessary to avoid a collision.

The Intelligent Clearance Sonar function will stop operating when

The function will stop operating if any of the following conditions are met:

Engine output restriction control

The Intelligent Clearance Sonar system is disabled.

The collision becomes avoidable with normal brake operation.

The object is no longer 6 to 13 ft. (2 to 4 m) away in the traveling direction of the vehicle.

Brake control

The Intelligent Clearance Sonar system is disabled.

Approximately 2 seconds elapse after the vehicle is stopped by brake control.

The brake pedal is depressed after the vehicle is stopped by brake con- trol.

The object is no longer 6 to 13 ft. (2 to 4 m) away in the traveling direction of the vehicle.

Detection range of the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function

The detection range of the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function differs from the detection range of the intuitive parking assist. (P. 327)

Therefore, even if the intuitive parking assist detects an object and provides a warning, the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function may not start operating.

If the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function has operated

If the vehicle is stopped due to operation of the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function, the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system will be disabled and the ICS OFF indicator will illuminate.

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Re-enabling the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system

To re-enable the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system when it is disabled due to operation of the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function, either enable the sys- tem again (P. 335), or turn the engine switch off and then back to IGNITION ON mode.

Additionally, if the object becomes no longer in the traveling direction of the vehicle or if the traveling direction of the vehicle changes (such as changing from moving forward to backing up, or from backing up to moving forward), the system will be re-enabled automatically.

Objects that the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function may not detect

The sensors may not be able to detect certain objects, such as the following.

Cotton cloth, snow, and other materials that are poor reflectors of ultrasonic waves.

(People may also not be detected depending on the type of clothing they are wearing.)

Objects which are not perpendicular to the ground, are not perpendicular to the traveling direction of the vehicle, are uneven or are waving.

Low objects

Thin objects such as wires, fences, ropes and signposts

Objects that are extremely close to the bumper

Intuitive parking assist buzzer

Regardless of whether the intuitive parking assist system is enabled or not (P. 324), if the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system is enabled (P. 335), the front or rear sensors detect an object and brake control is performed, the intuitive parking assist buzzer will sound to notify the driver of the approxi- mate distance to the object.

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Situations in which the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function may operate even if there is no possibility of a collision

In some situations such as the following, the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function may operate even though there is no possibility of a collision.

Vehicle surroundings

When driving on a narrow road

When driving on a gravel road or in an area with tall grass

When driving toward a banner, flag, low-hanging branch or boom barrier (such as those used at railroad crossings, toll gates and parking lots).

When driving on a narrow path surrounded by a structure, such as in a tunnel or on an iron bridge

When parallel parking

When there is a rut or hole in the surface of the road

When driving on a metal cover (grating), such as those used for drainage ditches

When driving on a steep slope

If a sensor is hit by a large amount of water, such as when driving on a flooded road

Weather

If a sensor is covered with ice, snow, dirt, etc. (when cleared, the system will return to normal)

If heavy rain or water strikes a sensor

When driving in inclement weather such as fog, snow or a sandstorm

Other ultrasonic waves sources

When vehicle horns, vehicle detectors, motorcycle engines, air brakes of large vehicles, the clearance sonar of other vehicles or other devices which produce ultrasonic waves are near the vehicle

If a sticker or an electronic component, such as a backlit license plate (especially fluorescent type), fog lights, a fender pole or wireless antenna is installed near a sensor

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Changes in the vehicle posture

If the vehicle is significantly tilted

If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered due to the carried load

If the orientation of a sensor has been changed due to a collision or other impact

If the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function operates unnecessarily such as at a railroad crossing

Even in the event that the Intelligent Clearance Sonar function operates unnecessarily, such as at a railroad crossing, brake control will be canceled after approximately 2 seconds, allowing you to proceed forward and leave the area, Brake control can also be canceled by depressing the brake pedal. Depressing the accelerator pedal again will allow you to proceed forward and leave the area.

Situations in which the Intelligent Clearance Sonar Brake function may not operate properly

In some situations such as the following, this function may not operate prop- erly.

Weather

When a sensor or the area around a sensor is extremely hot or cold

When strong winds are blowing

If a sensor is covered with ice, snow, dirt, etc. (when cleared, the system will return to normal)

If heavy rain or water strikes a sensor

When driving in inclement weather such as fog, snow or a sandstorm

Vehicle surroundings

When an object that cannot be detected is between the vehicle and a detected object

If an object such as a vehicle, motorcycle, bicycle or pedestrian cuts in front of the vehicle or runs out from the side of the vehicle.

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When vehicle horns, vehicle detectors, motorcycle engines, air brakes of large vehicles, the clearance sonar of other vehicles or other devices which produce ultrasonic waves are near the vehicle

If a sticker or an electronic component, such as a backlit license plate (especially fluorescent type), fog lights, a fender pole or wireless antenna is installed near a sensor

Changes in the vehicle posture

If the vehicle is significantly tilted

If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered due to the carried load

If the orientation of a sensor has been changed due to a collision or other impact

If a battery terminal has been disconnected and reconnected

The system needs to be initialized.

To initialize the system, drive the vehicle straight ahead for 5 seconds or more at a speed of approximately 22 mph (35 km/h) or more.

If “ICS Unavailable” is displayed on the multi-information display and the ICS OFF indicator is flashing

A sensor may be covered with ice, snow, dirt, etc. Remove the ice, snow, dirt, etc., from the sensor to return the system to normal.

Also, due to ice forming on a sensor at low temperatures, a warning mes- sage may be displayed or the sensor may not be able to detect an object. Once the ice melts, the system will return to normal.

If this message continues to be displayed even after cleaning the sensor, or is displayed even though the sensor is clean, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

Initialization may not have been performed after a battery terminal was dis- connected and reconnected. Initialize the system. (P. 343)

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Additionally, if the accelerator pedal continues to be depressed, the brakes will be applied automatically to reduce the vehicle speed. (Brake control: See B below.)

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Extremely high possibility of a collision

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The Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function will operate when

The function will operate when the ICS OFF indicator is not illuminated or flashing (P. 335, 343) and all of the following conditions are met:

Engine output restriction control

The Intelligent Clearance Sonar with Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake is enabled.

The vehicle speed is 10 mph (15 km/h) or less.

The shift lever is in R.

The system determines that a stronger than normal brake operation is necessary to avoid a collision with an approaching vehicle.

Brake control

Engine output restriction control is operating.

The system determines that an emergency brake operation is necessary to avoid a collision with an approaching vehicle.

The Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function will stop operating when

The function will stop operating if any of the following conditions are met:

Engine output restriction control

The Intelligent Clearance Sonar with Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake is disabled.

The collision becomes avoidable with normal brake operation.

A vehicle is no longer approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle.

Brake control

The Intelligent Clearance Sonar with Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake is disabled.

Approximately 2 seconds elapse after the vehicle is stopped by brake control.

The brake pedal is depressed after the vehicle is stopped by brake con- trol.

A vehicle is no longer approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle.

Detection area of the Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function

The detection area of the Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function differs from the detection area of the RCTA function (P. 318).

Therefore, even if the RCTA function detects a vehicle and provides an alert, the Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function may not start operating.

If the Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function has operated

If the vehicle is stopped due to operation of the Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function, the Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function will be disabled and the ICS OFF indicator will illuminate.

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To re-enable the Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function when it is disabled while it is operating, either enable the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system again (P. 335), or turn the engine switch off and then back to IGNITION ON mode. When the function is disabled, the ICS OFF indicator will illuminate. (P. 89)

If there is no longer a vehicle approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle when backing up, or if the traveling direction of the vehicle changes (such as changing from backing up to moving forward), the system will be re-enabled automatically. When the function is re-enabled, the ICS OFF indicator will turn off.

Conditions under which the Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function will not detect a vehicle

The Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function is not designed to detect the fol- lowing types of vehicles and/or objects:

Vehicles approaching from directly behind

Vehicles backing up in a parking space next to your vehicle

Vehicles that the sensors cannot detect due to obstructions

Vehicles which suddenly accelerate or decelerate near your vehicle

Guardrails, walls, signs, parked vehicles and similar stationary objects*

Small motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, etc.*

Vehicles moving away from your vehicle

Vehicles approaching from the parking spaces next to your vehicle*

*: Depending on the conditions, detection of a vehicle and/or object may occur.

RCTA function buzzer

Regardless of whether the RCTA function is enabled or not (P. 311), if the Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function is enabled and brake control is per- formed, a buzzer will sound to notify the driver.

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Situations in which the system may operate even though there is no possibility of a collision

In some situations such as the following, the Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function may operate even though there is no possibility of a collision.

When the parking space faces a street and vehicles are being driven on the street

When a detected vehicle turns while approaching the vehicle

When a vehicle passes by the side of your vehicle

When the distance between your vehicle and metal objects, such as a guardrail, wall, sign, or parked vehicle, which may reflect electrical waves toward the rear of the vehicle, is short

When water is splashed or sprayed toward the rear bumper, such as from a sprinkler

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Situations in which the Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake function may not operate properly

In some situations such as the following, this function may not operate prop- erly.

Objects and vehicles which the radar sensors are not designed to detect

Stationary objects

Vehicles which are moving away from your vehicle

Pedestrians, motorcycles, bicycles, etc.*

Objects which are extremely close to a radar sensor

Vehicles which are approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle at a traveling speed of less than approximately 5 mph (8 km/h)

Vehicles which are approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle at a traveling speed of more than approximately 15 mph (24 km/h)

*: Depending on conditions, detection of a vehicle and/or object may occur.

Situations in which the radar sensors may not be able to detect an object

When a sensor or the area around a sensor is extremely hot or cold

If the rear bumper is covered with ice, snow, dirt, etc.

If heavy rain or water strikes the vehicle

When the detection area of a radar sensor is obstructed by an adjacent vehicle

If the vehicle is significantly tilted

When equipment that may obstruct a sensor is installed, such as a towing eyelet, bumper protector (an additional trim strip, etc.), bicycle carrier, or snow plow

If the suspension has been modified or tires of a size other than specified are installed

If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered due to the carried load

If a sticker or an electronic component, such as a backlit license plate (especially fluorescent type), fog lights, a fender pole or wireless antenna is installed near a radar sensor

If the orientation of a radar sensor has been changed due to a collision or other impact or removal and installation

When multiple vehicles are approaching with only a small gap between each vehicle

When a vehicle is approaching at high speed

Situations in which the radar sensor may not detect a vehicle

When a vehicle approaches from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle while you are turning while backing up

When turning while backing up

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When backing out of a shallow angle parking spot

Vehicles that the sensors cannot detect due to obstructions

When backing up on a slope with a sharp change in grade

When a vehicle turns into the detec- tion area

Handling the radar sensors

P. 313

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Use for normal driving.

While in Eco drive mode or sport mode, press the switch to change the driving mode to normal mode.

Use Eco drive mode to help achieve low fuel consumption during trips that involve frequent accelerating.

When the “ECO” switch is pressed, the “ECO MODE” indicator comes on in the instrument cluster.

Use sport mode when increased acceleration response and precise handling is desired, for example, when driving on mountain roads.

When the “SPORT” switch is pressed, the “SPORT” indicator comes on in the instrument cluster.

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Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode

Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed of the air conditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency (P. 360, 365). To improve air conditioning performance, adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive mode.

Sport mode automatic deactivation

Sport mode is automatically deactivated if the engine switch is turned off after driving in sport mode.

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