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  TABLE OF CONTENTS Off-road driving Precautions and notices that you must read before driv- guide ing off-road. Off-road driving Techniques necessary for off-road driving. techniques Off-road driving assistance Functions that can assist with off-road driving. functions Alphabetical listing of information contained in this man- Index ual.

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  TABLE OF CONTENTS Index Off-road driving Off-road driving guide assistance functions 1-1. Things you should read first 3-1. Using off-road driving systems Points to note before driving off-road ..14 Multi-terrain Select ….90 Multi-terrain Monitor … 100 Rear height control Off-road driving air suspension ….

• Page 5: Instrument Panel

  Pictorial index Instrument panel…

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  This manual only contains information about equipment that is used in off-road driving. For information regarding other equipment, refer to the “Owner’s Manual”. Vehicles with an automatic transmission ∗ Rear differential lock/unlock switch P. 130 Center differential Crawl Control ∗ lock/unlock switch switch P.
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  Pictorial index Instrument panel Vehicles with a manual transmission Center differential lock/unlock switch P. 125 Four-wheel drive control switch P. 124…
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  This manual only contains information about equipment that is used in off-road driving. For information regarding other equipment, refer to the “Owner’s Manual”. ∗ Height control OFF button P. 116 ∗ Height control button P. 116 AVS (Adaptive Variable VSC OFF switch P.
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  Pictorial index Instrument panel ∗ Menu switch P. 90, 100 ∗ “ENTER” switch P. 90, 100…
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  This manual only contains information about equipment that is used in off-road driving. For information regarding other equipment, refer to the “Owner’s Manual”. ∗ : If equipped…

• Page 11: For Your Information

  Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota vehi- cles are currently available in the market. Using these spare parts and accessories which are not genuine Toyota products may adversely affect the safety of your vehicle, even though these parts may be approved by certain authorities in your country.

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  Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you scrap your vehicle.
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  This is a warning against something which, if ignored, may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Toyota and its equipment.

• Page 14: Off-Road Driving Guide

  Off-road driving guide 1-1. Things you should read first Points to note before driving off-road ..14…

• Page 15: Things You Should Read First Points To Note Before Driving Off-Road

  1-1. Things you should read first Points to note before driving off-road Read the following before driving off-road. CAUTION ■ Before driving off-road When driving off-road, you do so at your own risk. Be sure to read each part of this manual, and to pay close attention to safety while driving.

• Page 16: Off-Road Driving Techniques

  Off-road driving techniques 2-1. Off-road driving techniques Things to do before setting off….16 Basic off-road driving techniques ……21 Driving styles in various conditions ……30 If your vehicle becomes stuck while driving off-road ……78 After driving off-road … 85…

• Page 17: Off-Road Driving Techniques Things To Do Before Setting Off

  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Things to do before setting off This section gives details of preparations that should be undertaken and things to know before setting off on an off-road course. Understand the physical dimensions of your vehicle When driving off-road, certain types of terrain and objects may be unpassable depending on the driving line you take.

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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques About Luggage ● Remove any unnecessary items from the interior pockets or the luggage compartment. Firmly secure any needed items to prevent them from moving around during driving. ● Following your driving plan, prepare all necessary rescue tools (such as a shovel, ropes for freeing the vehicle when stuck, maps, flashlights, etc.) and load them into the vehicle.
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  If you discover an abnormality, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. For scheduled maintenance information, refer to the “Warranty and Service Booklet”.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Clearance dimensions and incline angles Approach angle Gives a rough indication of whether or not the front bumper will contact the ground when crossing obstructions or an incline. Departure angle Gives a rough indication of whether or not the rear bumper will contact the ground when crossing obstructions or an incline.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques CAUTION ■ Physical dimensions of the vehicle Understand the dimensions of your vehicle before driving off-road. If you drive off-road without doing so, you may not be able to follow your intended driving line, and cause the vehicle to become stuck or could result in death or serious injury.

• Page 22: Basic Off-Road Driving Techniques

  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Basic off-road driving techniques This section outlines information you should know when driving off- road. Refer to the “Owner’s Manual” for information on basic vehicle operations such as starting the engine, operating the shift lever, etc. Things to check before driving off-road Check the following points before driving off-road: ■…

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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Correct posture for off-road driving →Refer to the “Owner’s Manual” Points to note while driving off-road When driving off-road, observe the following points and conduct shift changes and deceleration appropriately. ■ Selecting a shift position ●…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ When accelerating Operate the accelerator pedal cautiously and with discretion. Rapid acceleration could cause you to lose control of the vehicle. ■ When decelerating Operate the brake pedal cautiously while using the engine brake. In the event that strong engine braking is necessary, you can shift to the slower shift position.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Turning the steering wheel Push-pull steering is often used when driving off-road. This method assists with proper steering wheel operation because the steering wheel is held for long periods of time, and is also suit- able when driving at medium to low speeds.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Using the off-road functions Utilize the following off-road functions to help enhance safety while driving off-road and to improve drivability in each road condition. ■ Multi-terrain Select (if equipped) (→P. 90) Select different modes suited to various types of terrain when driv- ing off-road.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Rear differential lock (if equipped) (→P. 130) Use when a large amount of traction is needed, such as when the vehicle is stuck and cannot be freed even by using the center dif- ferential lock. The rear differential lock can be operated only when the four- wheel drive control switch is in L4 and the center differential is locked.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Downhill assist control (if equipped) (→P. 138) Use on severely downward sloping roads. ■ Hill start assist control (if equipped) (→P. 141) This function gives assistance when starting off on a hill. It will operate automatically when needed. ■…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques CAUTION ■ Precautions when driving off-road Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk of death, seri- ous injury or damage to your vehicle: ● Make sure that all occupants are sitting in the correct posture and are wearing their seatbelts.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques NOTICE ■ When driving off-road Take care not to put your thumbs on the inside of the steering wheel. Driving in ruts or over rocky terrain may cause the steering wheel to move, and may injure your thumbs.

• Page 31: Driving Styles In Various Conditions

  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Driving styles in various conditions This section outlines the points of concern, driving styles and pre- cautions corresponding to each type of typical off-road driving con- dition. Make sure to read each description carefully before driving, and observe the precautions.

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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Driving on muddy roads ■ Driving style ● To prevent the tires from spin- ning, depress the accelerator pedal as lightly as possible when starting off. ● Drive at a low speed and avoid use of the foot brake as much as possible.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ● If the vehicle does not move in the direction in which the steering wheel is turned, avoid unreasonable steering handle the steering wheel after the tires grip the ground. ● If the tires begin to spin, move the steering left and right or apply varying amounts of force to the accelerator pedal to find…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Selecting shift position and other settings When driving on muddy roads, apply settings as shown in the following table. Item Selection suitable for road type Driving in D is possible, but select a gear Automatic that allows a constant speed to be main- transmission tained (in most situations, 2 or 3 range of S…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Driving on sand ■ Driving style ● Depress the accelerator pedal as lightly as possible. ● Select a shift position appro- priate to the traction, and operate the accelerator pedal in a way that allows you to maintain a constant speed.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Selecting shift position and other settings When driving on sand, apply settings as shown in the following table. Item Selection suitable for road type Driving in D is possible, but select a gear Automatic that allows a constant speed to be main- transmission tained (in most situations, 2, 3 or 4 range Shift…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Driving on rubble ■ Driving style To prevent the tires from spin- ning, depress the accelerator pedal as lightly as possible when starting off. ■ When stopping the vehicle ● Stop on as flat a surface as possible. ●…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Selecting shift position and other settings When driving on rubble, apply settings as shown in the following table. Item Selection suitable for road type Driving in D is possible, but select a gear Automatic that allows a constant speed to be main- transmission tained (in most situations, 2, 3 or 4 range Shift…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Driving on moguls ■ Driving style ● To prevent the tires from spin- ning, depress the accelerator pedal as lightly as possible when starting off. ● Drive slowly and carefully, ensuring that the underside of the vehicle does not make contact with the road surface.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ When stopping the vehicle ● Stop on as flat a surface as possible. ● When stopping on an incline, point the front of the vehicle down- hill to reduce the risk of rolling over. ■ When driving uphill or downhill ●…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Selecting shift position and other settings When driving on moguls, apply settings as shown in the following table. Item Selection suitable for road type Driving in D is possible, but select a gear Automatic that allows a constant speed to be main- transmission tained (in most situations, 1 or 2 range of S Shift…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Driving on rocky terrain ■ Before driving As driving on rocky terrain can be very difficult, it is strongly rec- ommended that you travel with at least one other vehicle. Also, follow the lead of someone with experience driving over such terrain.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ When driving uphill or downhill ● When driving uphill, set the four-wheel drive control switch to L4, shift the shift lever to 1 or 2 range of S mode (automatic trans- mission) or 1 or 2 (manual transmission) and use the brake and accelerator pedals to drive at a slow and careful speed.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Selecting shift position and other settings When driving on rocky terrain, apply settings as shown in the following table. Item Selection suitable for road type Driving in D is possible, but select a gear Automatic that allows a constant speed to be main- transmission tained (in most situations, 1 or 2 range of S…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Driving through undergrowth ■ Driving style ● Choose a driving area which is relatively clear under- growth. If unavoidable, drive slowly as you use your tires to flatten the undergrowth. ● If the bumpiness of the road surface cannot be determined due to its covering of under- growth, drive slowly and care-…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Selecting shift position and other settings When driving through undergrowth, apply settings as shown in the following table. Item Selection suitable for road type Driving in D is possible, but select a gear Automatic that allows a constant speed to be main- transmission tained (in most situations, 1 or 2 range of S Shift…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Driving on dirt roads ■ Driving style Since dirt road surfaces can be slippery, avoid sudden accelera- tion, braking or turning of the steering wheel, and drive cau- tiously. ■ When driving uphill or downhill →P. 62, 66 ■…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Driving in deep snow ■ Driving style Shift the shift lever to D or R (automatic transmission) or 2, 3 or R (manual transmission), and repeatedly alternate between driving forward and reversing to tread down the snow. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop before shifting between for- ward and reverse gears.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Selecting shift position and other settings When driving in deep snow, apply settings as shown in the following table. Item Selection suitable for road type Automatic D or R transmission Shift position Manual 2, 3 or R transmission In most situations, select H4 Four-wheel drive control…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Crossing rivers ■ Before crossing a river ● Check the water depth and river bed conditions before- hand. ● Make sure that all doors, win- dows, the glass hatch and the moon roof are closed. ● Drive with another vehicle. ■…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Selecting shift position and other settings When crossing a river, apply settings as shown in the following table. Item Selection suitable for road type Driving in D is possible, but select a gear Automatic that allows a constant speed to be main- transmission tained (in most situations, 1 or 2 range of S Shift…
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  ■ Driving speed Keep the vehicle speed at walking speed or below. ■ If many river crossings are likely It may become necessary to check items that are not ordinarily checked. Consult your Toyota dealer.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Driving on uneven surfaces ■ Driving style ● Find a driving line that will allow you to keep at least 3 wheels (or 4 wheels) in con- tact with the ground at all times. ● Approach the step diagonally, allowing the wheels to mount the step one at a time.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Overcoming steps Approach the steps diagonally, STEP allowing one of the front wheels to mount the step. Before one of the rear wheels STEP loses contact with the ground, depress the accelerator, trans- ferring the load onto the remain- ing front wheel and allowing it to mount the step.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Selecting shift position and other settings When driving on uneven surfaces, apply settings as shown in the following table. Item Selection suitable for road type Driving in D is possible, but select a gear Automatic that allows a constant speed to be main- transmission tained (in most situations, 1 or 2 range of S…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Crossing grooved areas ■ Driving style ● Find a driving line that will allow you to keep at least 3 wheels (or 4 wheels) in con- tact with the ground at all times. ● Approach the groove diago- nally, allowing the wheels to mount the step one at a time.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ When crossing a groove Approach the groove diagonally, STEP and allow one of the front wheels to drop in. Time your acceleration so that the inertia of the vehicle will be able to carry the tire over the groove. Once the first wheel has cleared STEP the groove, allow the other front…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Selecting shift position and other settings When crossing grooved areas, apply settings as shown in the following table. Item Selection suitable for road type Driving in D is possible, but select a gear Automatic that allows a constant speed to be main- transmission tained (in most situations, 1 or 2 range of S Shift…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Driving across inclines ■ Driving style ● When driving across incline, drive parallel to the surface of the incline and at a slow, constant speed. ● If the vehicle starts to slip, turn the steering wheel towards the base of the slope and either keep driving parallel to the incline or slide down the slope.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Selecting shift position and other settings When driving across an incline, apply settings as shown in the following table. Item Selection suitable for road type Driving in D is possible, but select a gear Automatic that allows a constant speed to be main- transmission tained (in most situations, 1 or 2 range of S…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Driving through V-shaped ditch ■ Driving style ● Straddle both sides of the ditch while keeping the vehicle level, and drive in as low a shift position as possible. ● If you are unable to straddle the ditch, drive across the incline of one side.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Selecting shift position and other settings When driving through a V-shaped ditch, apply settings as shown in the fol- lowing table. Item Selection suitable for road type Driving in D is possible, but select a gear Automatic that allows a constant speed to be main- transmission…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Driving uphill ■ Before driving ● Check the condition of the path and decide on a driving line beforehand. ● Also check the condition of the summit. ■ Driving style ● Make sure that you drive directly up the incline in order to pre- vent lateral sliding and rolling over.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Selecting shift position and other settings When driving uphill, apply settings as shown in the following table. Item Selection suitable for road type Driving in D is possible, but select a gear that allows a constant speed to be main- Automatic tained (in most situations, 1 or 2 range of S transmission…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ When driving uphill through moguls ● Find a driving line that will allow you to keep at least 3 wheels (or 4 wheels) in contact with the ground. ● Crawl Control may help make driving more comfortable. ■…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques On vehicles with Crawl Control STEP Stop the vehicle using the foot brake. Shift the shift lever to R. STEP STEP Allow Crawl Control (low mode) to operate (→P. 133). STEP Reverse at a slow speed. If the wheels lock while Crawl Control is in low mode, select a slightly higher mode.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Driving downhill ■ Before driving Check the condition of the path and decide on a driving line beforehand. ■ Driving style ● Make sure that you drive directly down the incline in order to pre- vent lateral sliding and rolling over. ●…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ When descending an incline Stop the vehicle before the incline. STEP Allow for an area that is at least as long as the overall length of the vehicle. Depending on the angle of the incline, shift the shift lever to 1 STEP or 2 range of S mode (automatic transmission) or 1 or 2 (man- ual transmission).
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Selecting shift position and other settings When driving downhill, apply settings as shown in the following table. Item Selection suitable for road type Driving in D is possible, but select a gear that allows a constant speed to be main- Automatic tained (in most situations, 1 or 2 range of S transmission…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ When driving downhill through rocky terrain ● Set the four-wheel drive control switch to L4, shift the shift lever to 1 range of S mode (automatic transmission) or 1 (manual transmission), and use the brake pedal to drive slowly and carefully (Crawl Control carry out these operations automatically, thus it may enhance driving comfort).
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Driving on roads with ruts ■ Driving style ● Drive along the ruts. ● Grip the steering wheel softly while not allowing the road to take control of the steering wheel. Take particular care if the road is wet.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Selecting shift position and other settings When driving on roads with ruts, apply settings as shown in the following table. Item Selection suitable for road type Driving in D is possible, but select a gear Automatic that allows a constant speed to be main- transmission…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques CAUTION ■ Assessing conditions accurately When driving off-road, it is necessary to operate the accelerator pedal, brake pedal and steering wheel in response to the type and conditions of the ter- rain. The driver should assess conditions precisely and drive cautiously in response to each type of condition encountered.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques CAUTION ■ If an incline cannot be climbed completely If you change direction while climbing an incline, the vehicle may roll over, resulting in death or serious injury. Following the steps outlined on P. 64, reverse directly down the incline until reaching flat ground. ■…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques CAUTION ■ When driving across an incline ● Observe the following precautions while driving. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to roll over, resulting in death or serious injury. • If it looks as though the vehicle will slide laterally, turn the steering wheel towards the base of the incline.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques CAUTION ■ When driving rocky terrain ● As driving on rocky terrain can be very difficult, it is strongly recommended that you travel with at least one other vehicle. Also, follow the lead of someone with experience driving over such terrain. ●…
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  If the engine stalls during a crossing a river, have the vehicle towed out of the water by a rescue vehicle and have the vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. ● Even for only a short time, do not stop the vehicle where the water level is…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques NOTICE ■ When driving through V-shaped ditch Exercise caution when straddling both sides of the ditch, as the sides of the vehicle could strike the walls of the ditch, possibly rendering the vehicle immovable. Drive particularly cautiously in these situations, or take an alter- native route if possible.

• Page 79: If Your Vehicle Becomes Stuck While Driving Off-Road

  2-1. Off-road driving techniques If your vehicle becomes stuck while driving off-road This section explains ways of coping when the wheels have no grip, the tires become stuck, or the vehicle becomes otherwise unable to move while driving off-road. When the vehicle is stuck There are numerous ways of freeing the vehicle when stuck, which vary in accordance with…

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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Freeing the vehicle under your own power Functions and basic techniques for freeing the vehicle are described below. Use as necessary and in accordance with the sit- uation. ● Repeatedly moving the vehicle forwards and backwards. ●…
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ Freeing the vehicle using a rescue tool ● If you are unable to free the vehicle by yourself, it may be possi- ble to free the vehicle using a rescue tool. ● Examples of rescue tools are listed below. Use as necessary and in accordance with the situation.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques Elastic towing rope Used when the vehicle needs to be towed by another vehicle. S-shaped hook Used to connect the wire or the strap. Pulley Used to change the direction from which the vehicle is being towed.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ To restore tire grip Placing a tree branch, a sack or something similar underneath the tire may help to restore grip. ■ When stuck in mud and unable to move ● Shift the shift lever to D or R (automatic transmission) or 2, 3 or R (man- ual transmission), and free the vehicle by rocking it back and forth.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques ■ When unable to move while driving uphill on rubble ● Shift the shift lever to R, and operate the steering wheel, engine brake and brake pedal to reverse directly down the incline while making sure that the tires do not lock.
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  2-1. Off-road driving techniques CAUTION ■ When exiting the vehicle while stopped sideways on an incline Avoid exiting the vehicle while stopped on an incline. If you need to exit, use the uphill-facing door. If you try to exit using the downhill-facing door, the chances of the vehicle rolling over will increase.

• Page 86: After Driving Off-Road

  2-1. Off-road driving techniques After driving off-road After driving off-road, confirm the points explained in this section and conduct any necessary checks. Points to confirm after driving off-road Check the following points before returning to regular roads after driv- ing off-road. ●…

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  If water has mixed with the oil, the oil will be cloudy. In this event, change the oil. Consult your Toyota dealer if necessary. ● Check for changes in the amount and quality of the oil in the engine, transmission, transfer, differential, etc.
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  ■ If you discover an abnormality Without driving any further, contact your Toyota dealer. Driving with the abnormality could cause an unexpected accident and could result in death or serious injury. Also, if you feel that there is something wrong with the vehi- cle while driving, immediately stop in a safe place and inspect the vehicle.
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• Page 90: Off-Road Driving Assistance Functions

  Off-road driving assistance functions 3-1. Using off-road driving systems Multi-terrain Select….90 Multi-terrain Monitor..100 Rear height control air suspension ….116 AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension System)..123 Four-wheel drive system ……124 Rear differential lock system ……130 Crawl Control ….133 DAC (Downhill Assist Control system) ….

• Page 91: Using Off-Road Driving Systems

  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ∗ Multi-terrain Select Multi-terrain Select is a system that improves drivability in off-road situations. Select a mode that most closely matches the type of terrain on which you are driving from among 4 modes. Engine control and brake control can be optimized in accor- dance with the selected mode.

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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ Selectable modes A mode which matches the road conditions can be selected from among the following 4 modes. Mode Road Conditions Suitable for muddy roads, sandy roads, snow-cov- MUD & SAND ered roads, dirt trails and other slippery or dirty condi- tions Suitable for slippery conditions consisting of mixtures LOOSE ROCK…
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ Switching modes Push the menu switch. STEP The multi-information display will change to electronic fea- tures control mode. Press the “ENTER” switch STEP upwards or downwards until “MULTI-TERRAIN SELECT” appears and then press the “ENTER”…
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems Press the “ENTER” switch STEP upwards or downwards to select a desired mode and then press “ENTER” switch. The system switches to the selected mode, and the multi- terrain select indicator will turn Once the mode has been set, STEP the mode name will be dis- played and operation will com-…
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems Statement on the multi-information display ■ After mode selection Turn the system off MODE SELECTION Change the mode (→P. 92) CAM. POSITION Switch the displayed image when using the Multi-terrain Monitor (→P. 100) DISP. GUIDANCE Explain other necessary oper- ations when selecting a mode (→P.
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ Operation guidance Operation guidance is shown on the multi-information display when you cannot set a mode. When the operation guidance is shown on the multi-information display, follow the instructions in the table. Guidance Vehicle Status Procedure Display LOOSE ROCK, MOGUL or…
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  The vehicle speed exceeds MULTI-TER- speed approximately 12 km/h (7 mph) or RAIN SELECT If the system is still the VSC, EFI, 4WD and/or Multi- NOT AVAIL- not available, con- terrain Select system may be mal- ABLE tact your Toyota functioning dealer…
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ The Multi-terrain Select can be operated when ● Vehicle speed is less than 12 km/h (7 mph) ● Crawl Control is off ■ When using Multi-terrain Select The following functions cannot be switched on or off. ●…
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  L4, TRC OFF will be shown on the multi-information dis- play. ■ When there is a malfunction in the system The Multi-terrain Select indicator light will blink. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems CAUTION ■ When using the Multi-terrain Select Observe the following precautions to avoid an accident that could result in death or serious injuries: ● There is a chance that the selected mode may not be the most appropriate in terms of road conditions such as pitch, slipperiness, undulation, etc.

• Page 101: Multi-Terrain Monitor

  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ∗ Multi-terrain Monitor The Multi-terrain Monitor displays the vehicle surroundings when driving at low speeds, thus assisting off-road driving and helping the driver to check the vehicle surroundings. The Multi-terrain Monitor displays the vehicle surroundings auto- matically when a mode is being selected on the Multi-terrain Select.

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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ Switching the image Select any mode using the Multi-terrain Select system. STEP → P. 90) Move the “ENTER” switch STEP upwards or downwards to select “CAM. POSITION”, and press the “ENTER” switch. The camera view can be STEP switched moving…
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems Range covered by each camera Front monitor Side-front simultaneous dis- play monitor Side-rear simultaneous dis- play monitor Rear monitor The illustration shown here is an example. As such, the actual visible area may be different. See P. 109 for information about the visual range of each camera.
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems Display ■ Front monitor The image from the front camera is displayed. Use this monitor to help check the area in front of the vehicle for safety. Guidelines are shown to help determine the course. ■…
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ Side-rear simultaneous display monitor The image from both side cam- eras is displayed. Use this moni- tor to help check the area on both sides of the vehicle at the same time, and to check for objects near the tires or the sides of the vehicle.
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems Using the monitor ■ Front monitor Vehicle icon Displays the image being shown by the front monitor. Trajectory line (outside) Indicates the outer path of the tire. Trajectory line (inside) Indicates the inner path of the tire.
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ Side-front simultaneous display monitor Vehicle icon Displays the image being shown by the side-front simultaneous display monitor. Vehicle front edge line Shows the position of the vehi- cle’s front edge. Vehicle width line Indicates the width of the vehicle including the outside rear view mirror.
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ Side-rear simultaneous display monitor Vehicle icon Displays the image being shown by the side-rear simultaneous dis- play monitor. Vehicle width line Indicates the width of the vehicle including the outside rear view mirror. Rear wheel contact point Shows the position of the vehi- cle’s rear tire.
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ The Multi-terrain Monitor can be operated when ● Any Multi-terrain Select mode is selected. ● The door mirrors are not folded. ● The vehicle speed is less than approximately 12 km/h (7 mph). ■ Automatic system cancellation In the following situations, the image is canceled automatically.
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ Displayed area The area covered by the camera is limited. Objects which are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper cannot be seen on the screen. The area displayed on the screen may vary according to vehicle orientation or road conditions.
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems Side camera (side-front simultaneous display monitor) Camera’s field of view Objects visible to the camera Right side of vehicle Left side of vehicle…
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems Side camera (side-rear simultaneous display monitor) Camera’s field of view Objects visible to the camera Right side of vehicle Left side of vehicle Rear camera Refer to the “Owner’s Manual” (vehicles without a navigation system) or “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”…
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ Multi-terrain Monitor cameras Side cameras Front camera Rear camera In the following cases, it may be difficult to see images on the screen even when the system is functioning correctly: ● The vehicle is in a dark area, such as at night. ●…
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ Smear effect If a bright light, such as sunlight reflected off the vehicle body, is picked up by the camera, a smear effect characteristic to the camera may occur. : Smear effect  A phenomenon that occurs when a bright light is picked up by the camera;…
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  If the front or the rear of the vehicle or the outside rear view mirror has been hit, the camera’s position and mounting angle may have changed. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer. ● Rapid temperature changes, such as when hot water is poured on the vehicle in cold weather, may cause the system to function abnormally.
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  Conditions which may affect the Multi-terrain Monitor system ● If the tires are changed, the position of the guide lines displayed on the screen may be incorrect. When changing the tires, consult your Toyota dealer. ● Depending on the circumstances of the vehicle (number of passengers, amount of luggage, etc.), the position of the guide lines displayed on the…

• Page 117: Rear Height Control Air Suspension

  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ∗ Rear height control air suspension The rear height control air suspension allows the driver to control vehicle rear height in order to adjust driving conditions. Select the desired height with the height control button. Height control button Height control OFF button Selecting vehicle height…

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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ Height modes ● N mode (normal mode): For ordinary driving Normal height ● HI mode (high mode): For driving on bumpy roads 40 mm (1.6 in.) higher than the normal rear height HI mode cannot be selected when vehicle speed exceeds 50 km/h (31 mph).

• Page 119: Disabling The Height Control

  3-1. Using off-road driving systems Disabling the height control When the height control OFF button is pressed with the vehi- cle stopped, the vehicle height is fixed at the current height. This status is memorized in the system even after the engine is stopped.

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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ Automatic leveling function Regardless of the number of occupants and the luggage load, vehicle height in any mode is always adjusted to a fixed height by the automatic leveling function. ■ The rear height control air suspension will not operate in the following cases: ●…
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  Stop the engine and start it again. If the warning message turns off, the system is operating correctly. If the warning message continues to be dis- played, have your vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. (→Refer to the “Owner’s Manual”)
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems CAUTION ■ The rear height control air suspension must be turned off Be sure to observe the following precautions. Otherwise, the automatic lev- eling function may cause vehicle height to change, and you may catch part of your body in the vehicle, resulting in an accident: ●…
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems NOTICE ■ Be careful in any place where overhead space is limited The vehicle height will rise when a higher mode is selected or cargo is unloaded. This may cause damage to the vehicle. ■ Do not select LO mode when driving on bumpy roads If the underbody of the vehicle touches a rugged road surface, the vehicle may be damaged.

• Page 124: Avs (Adaptive Variable Suspension System)

  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ∗ AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension System) AVS controls the suspension according to the road and driving con- ditions. Selecting an optimum driving mode allows good riding com- fort and stability. Sport mode For winding mountain road driving or high speed driving The indicator light comes Normal mode…

• Page 125: Four-Wheel Drive System

  3-1. Using off-road driving systems Four-wheel drive system Use the four-wheel drive control switch and center differential lock/ unlock switch to select the following transfer and center differential modes. ■ Four-wheel drive control switch H4 (high speed position) Normal driving on all types of roads.

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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ Center differential lock/unlock switch Lock the center differential when your vehicle’s wheels get stuck in a ditch or when driving on a slippery or bumpy surface. The center differential lock indicator will come on. Unlock the center differential after the wheels have been freed, or after moving to a flat,…
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems Shifting between H4 and L4 ■ Shifting from H4 to L4 Stop the vehicle completely with brake pedal held down. STEP Automatic transmission: Shift the shift lever to N. STEP Manual transmission: Depress and hold the clutch pedal. Push and turn the four-wheel drive control switch clockwise.
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  When the engine is warmer operate the switch again. If the indicator continue to blink even if doing so, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There may be a trouble in the four-wheel drive system.
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  If the indicator continue to blink even if doing so, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There may be a trouble in the four-wheel drive system. ■…
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems CAUTION ■ While driving Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury. ● Never move the four-wheel drive control switch if the wheels have lost traction.

• Page 131: Rear Differential Lock System

  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ∗ Rear differential lock system Use the rear differential lock system only when wheel spinning occurs in a ditch or on a slippery or ragged surface. This system is effective in case one of the rear wheels is spinning. Press the rear differential lock/ unlock switch to lock the rear differential.

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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ Operating tips First turn the four-wheel drive control switch to L4 with the center differential locked to see if you can move forward. If this does not work, use the rear dif- ferential lock system also. Be sure to stop the wheels before locking the differential.
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems CAUTION ■ When using the rear differential lock system Failure to observe the following precautions may result in an accident. ● Do not lock the rear differential in the conditions other than above. ● Do not lock the rear differential until the wheels have stopped spinning. ●…

• Page 134: Crawl Control

  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ∗ Crawl Control Allows travel on extremely rough off-road surfaces at a fixed low speed without pressing the accelerator or brake pedal. Minimizes loss of traction or vehicle slip when driving on slippery road sur- faces, allowing for stable driving.

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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ Speed modes ● LO (low mode) Effective when traveling on rocks, or descending a slope of mogul and rubble. ● MED (medium mode) Effective when ascending a slope of mogul. ● HI (high mode) Effective when ascending a slope of mogul and rubble, or traveling on snow, dirt, mud, sand, gravel, grass etc.
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ The Crawl Control can be operated when ● The shift lever is in any gear other than P or N. ● The four-wheel drive control switch is in L4. ● The driver’s door is closed. ■…
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  • Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering. • A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop. ■ If the slip indicator comes on… It may indicate a malfunction in the system. Consult your Toyota dealer.
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems CAUTION ■ When using Crawl Control Do not rely solely on the Crawl Control. This function does not extend the vehicle’s performance limitations. Always thoroughly check the road condi- tions, and drive safely. ■ These conditions may cause the system not to operate properly When driving on the following surfaces, the system may not be able to main- tain a fixed low speed, which may result in an accident: ●…

• Page 139: Dac (Downhill Assist Control System)

  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ∗ DAC (Downhill Assist Control system) The DAC helps to prevent excessive speed on steep downhill slopes. The system will operate when the vehicle is traveling under 25 km/h (15 mph) and the four-wheel drive control switch is in the L4 posi- tion.

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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ Operating tips The system will operate when the shift lever is in a position other than P, however to make effective use of the system it is recommended that the shift lever be shifted to 2 or 1 range of S mode. ■…
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  The “DAC” indicator does not come on when the “DAC” switch is pressed. ● The slip indicator comes on. In the above cases, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer. CAUTION ■ When using downhill assist control Do not rely overmuch on the downhill assist control. This function does not extend the vehicle’s performance limitations.

• Page 142: Off-Road Driving Assist Systems

  3-1. Using off-road driving systems Off-road driving assist systems To help enhance off-road driving safety and performance, the follow- ing systems operate automatically in response to various driving sit- uations. Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and should not be relied upon too heavily when operating the vehi- cle.

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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ KDSS (Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System) (if equipped) KDSS enhances ride comfort and handling response by using a hydraulic control system to control the suspension stabilizer bars in response to road surface and driving conditions during cornering or off- road driving : The function only works in vehicles with Multi-terrain Select when Multi terrain Select is switched on…
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems When the VSC/Active TRC/hill-start assist control systems are operating If the vehicle is in danger of slip- ping or rolling backward when starting on an incline, or if any of the drive wheels spins, the slip indicator flashes to indicate that VSC/Active TRC/hill-start…
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems Disabling the Active TRC/VSC systems If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, the Active TRC/VSC systems may reduce power from the engine to the wheels. You may need to turn the system off to enable you to rock the vehicle in order to free it.
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems ■ Hill-start assist control operation conditions ● The shift lever is in D or S. ● The brake pedal is not depressed. ● The rear differential is not locked. ■ Sounds and vibrations caused by the Multi Terrain ABS, VSC, Active- TRC and hill-start assist control systems ●…
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  ■ If the slip indicator comes on… It may indicate a malfunction in the VSC, Active TRC or hill-start assist con- trol system. Consult your Toyota dealer. CAUTION ■ The Multi Terrain ABS does not operate effectively when ●…
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  3-1. Using off-road driving systems CAUTION ■ Stopping distance when the Multi Terrain ABS is operating may exceed that of normal conditions The Multi Terrain ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping dis- tance. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you in the following situations: ●…
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  The Multi Terrain ABS and VSC will not function correctly if different tires are installed on the vehicle. Contact your Toyota dealer for further information when replacing tires or wheels. ■ Handling of tires and the suspension Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect the driving assist systems, and may cause the system to malfunction.

• Page 150: Off-Road Driving Information

  3-2. Off-road driving information Off-road precautions This vehicle belongs to the utility vehicle class, which has higher ground clearance and narrower tread in relation to the height of its center of gravity to make it capable of performing in a wide variety of off-road applications.

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  3-2. Off-road driving information CAUTION ■ Off-road vehicle precautions Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk of death, seri- ous injury or damage to your vehicle: ● In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt.
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  3-2. Off-road driving information Off-road driving When driving your vehicle off-road, please observe the following pre- cautions to ensure your driving enjoyment and to help prevent the closure of areas to off-road vehicles: ● Drive your vehicle only in areas where off-road vehicles are permit- ted to travel.
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  3-2. Off-road driving information CAUTION ■ Off-road driving precautions Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk of death, seri- ous injury or damage to your vehicle: ● Drive carefully when off the road. Do not take unnecessary risks by driving in dangerous places.
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  3-2. Off-road driving information NOTICE ■ To prevent the water damage Take all necessary safety measures to ensure that water damage to the engine or other components does not occur. ● Water entering the engine air intake will cause severe engine damage. ●…
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  3-2. Off-road driving information…

• Page 156: Index

  Index Abbreviation list …… 156 Alphabetical index….157…

• Page 157: Abbreviation List

  Abbreviation list Abbreviation/Acronym list ABBREVIATIONS MEANING Four Wheel Drive Anti-lock Brake System Adaptive Variable Suspension System Downhill Assist Control system Electronic Fuel Injection High KDSS Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System Normal Traction Control Vehicle Stability Control…

• Page 158: Alphabetical Index

  Alphabetical index Alphabetical index Driving on uneven Multi Terrain ABS….141 surfaces ……..52 Acceleration Driving posture ……22 Driving styles in various When accelerating ….23 Active TRC…….. 141 conditions …….. 30 Adaptive variable Driving through suspension system ….123 undergrowth ……

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  Alphabetical index Rear differential lock system……130 Rear height control air suspension ……. 116 Rescue tools ……80 Shift position Selecting a shift position ..22 Steering wheel Steering wheel operation ..23 Turning the steering wheel..24 Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck ……..