Headlight switch
The headlights can be operated manually or automatically.
Operating instructions
Operating the switch turns on the lights as follows:
- DRL/OFF The daytime running lights turn off.
The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, instrument panel lights, and daytime running lights (P. 228) turn on.
The headlights and all lights listed above (except daytime running lights) turn on.- AUTO The headlights, daytime running lights (P. 228) and all lights listed above turn on and off automatically (when the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode).
Turning on the high beam headlights
- With the headlights on, push the lever forward to turn on the high beams. Pull the lever back to the center position to turn the high beams off.
- Pull the lever toward you to turn on the high beams. Release the lever to turn them off. You can flash the high beams with the headlights on or off.
Daytime running light system
- The daytime running lights illuminate using the same lights as the headlights and illuminate dimmer than the headlights.
- To make your vehicle more visible to other drivers during daytime driving, the daytime running lights turn on automatically when all of the following conditions are met. (The daytime running lights are not designed for use at night.)
• The engine is running
• The parking brake is released
• The headlight switch is in the or “AUTO”* position
*: When the surroundings are bright
The daytime running lights remain on after they illuminate, even if the parking brake is set again. - For the U.S.A.: Daytime running lights can be turned off by operating the switch.
- Compared to turning on the headlights, the daytime running light system offers greater durability and consumes less electricity, so it can help improve fuel economy.
Headlight control sensor
The sensor may not function properly if an object is placed on the sensor, or anything that blocks the sensor is affixed to the windshield.
Doing so interferes with the sensor detecting the level of ambient light and may cause the automatic headlight system to malfunction.
Automatic light off system
- When the headlights are on: The headlights and tail lights turn off 30 seconds after a door is opened and closed if the engine switch has been switched to ACCESSORY or OFF mode.
- When only the tail lights are on: The tail lights turn off automatically if the engine switch is switched to ACCESSORY or OFF mode and driver’s door is opened.
To turn the lights on again, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode, or turn the light switch off once and then back to the or position.
Automatic headlight leveling system
The level of the headlights is automatically adjusted according to the number of passengers and the loading condition of the vehicle to ensure that the headlights do not interfere with other road users.
Welcome lighting
If the headlight switch is turned to and the surrounding area is dark, unlocking the doors using the smart key system or wireless remote control will turn the parking lights and tail lights on automatically.
If the automatic headlight leveling system warning light flashes
It may indicate a malfunction in the system. Contact your Toyota dealer
Light reminder buzzer
A buzzer sounds when the engine switch is turned to ACCESSORY or OFF mode and the driver’ door is opened while the tail lights are turned on.
Customization
Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be changed.
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not running.
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