Parking Assist-Sensor* *If equipped The Parking Assist-Sensor function detects the approximate distance from the vehicle and an object such as a wall using ultrasonic sensors and informs the driver with the Multimedia Display distance display and buzzer. System components Sensor Parking Support Brake function (static objects front and rear of the vehicle/static objects around the vehicle) Sensor Parking Assist-Sensor Type of sensors Front corner sensors Front center sensors Rear corner sensors Rear center sensors Front side sensors (vehicles with Advanced Park) Rear side sensors (vehicles with Advanced Park) Display Parking Assist-Sensor Display When the sensors detect an object, such as a wall, a graphic is shown on the Multimedia Display depending on the position and distance to the object. The illustration is an example for explanation and may differ depending on the specifications. Multimedia Display Parking Assist-Sensor detection indicatorParking Assist-Sensor detection indicator* When the sensors detect an object, Parking Assist-Sensor detection indicator illuminates. *If equipped Note: How to check the presence of Parking Assist-Sensor detection indicator On vehicles with the Parking Assist-Sensor detection indicator, the Parking Assist-Sensor OFF indicator (Turning the Parking Assist-Sensor function ON/OFF) will turn off when the shift position is changed to R while the Parking Assist-Sensor is disabled. Parking Assist-Sensor OFF indicatorTurning the Parking Assist-Sensor function ON/OFF The Parking Assist-Sensor function can be enabled/disabled through a customize setting. (Customizable features) When the Parking Assist-Sensor function is disabled, the Parking Assist-Sensor OFF indicator (Indicators) illuminates on the multi-information display. If the system switches to OFF (disabled) and the Parking Assist-Sensor is stopped, the Parking Assist-Sensor will not be re-enabled until ON (enabled) is selected again from the customize setting (Customizable features). (It remains off even if the power switch is turned to ON again after the power switch has been turned off.) Vehicles with the Parking Assist-Sensor detection indicator: The system will automatically turn on (enabled) and the Parking Assist-Sensor OFF indicator will turn off if the shift position is changed to R. When the shift position is R, the Parking Assist-Sensor cannot be turned on or off. The setting of Parking Assist-Sensor itself will not change. Warning: Cautions regarding the use of the system There is a limit to the degree of recognition accuracy and control performance that this system can provide, do not overly rely on this system. The driver is always responsible for paying attention to the vehicle’s surroundings and driving safely. To ensure the system can operate properly Make sure to observe the following precautions. The system may not operate properly and may lead to an unexpected accident. When these precautions cannot be observed, turn the system off. Do not damage the sensors, and always keep them clean. Do not attach a sticker or install a component, such as a backlit license plate (especially fluorescent type), fog lights, fender pole or wireless antenna near a radar sensor. Do not subject the surrounding area of the sensor to a strong impact. If subjected to an impact, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer. If the front or rear bumper needs to be removed/installed or replaced, contact your Toyota dealer. If a sensor or the bumper needs to be removed/installed or replaced, contact your Toyota dealer. Do not modify, disassemble or paint the sensors. Do not attach a license plate cover. Keep your tires properly inflated. Do not install a suspension other than a genuine suspension. Notes when washing the vehicle When using a high pressure washer to wash the vehicle, do not spray the sensors directly, as doing so may cause a sensor to malfunction. When using steam to clean the vehicle, do not direct steam too close to the sensors, as doing so may cause a sensor to malfunction. Note: When towing a trailer (if equipped) When a trailer is confirmed by ATD (Auto Trailer Detection (ATD) (if equipped)), the rear sensors turn off. When the shift position is in R, the Parking Assist-Sensor OFF indicator (Indicators) turns on and a message is displayed in the multi information display. After recharging/reconnecting the 12-volt battery The system needs to be initialized. Since initialization is performed automatically while driving, continue driving for a while. The system can be operated when The power switch is in ON. The Parking Assist-Sensor is on. The vehicle speed is less than about 6 mph (10 km/h). Front corner sensors: The shift position is in a position other than P. Front center sensors: The shift position is in a position other than P or R. Rear corner and rear center sensors: The shift position is in R. Side sensors: (vehicles with Advanced Park) The vehicle is moving about 23.0 ft. (7 m) after the hybrid system was started. The vehicle is moving about 23.0 ft. (7 m) after the shift position was changed from R to D. The shift position is in R. switch has been pressed and the Multimedia Display is displayed. The front or rear sensor detects a stationary object. Vehicles with the Parking Assist-Sensor detection indicator: Even when the Parking Assist-Sensor is turned off (disabled), if the shift position is changed to R, the system will automatically turn on (enabled) and the Parking Assist-Sensor OFF indicator will turn off.The setting of the Parking Assist-Sensor itself will not change. Sensor detection information The sensor’s detection areas are limited to the areas around the vehicle’s front and rear bumpers. Certain vehicle conditions and the surrounding environment may affect the ability of a sensor to correctly detect an object. Objects may not be detected if they are too close to the sensor. There will be a short delay between object detection and display. Even at low speeds, there is a possibility that the object will come within the sensor’s detection areas before the display is shown and the warning beep sounds. It might be difficult to hear the buzzer due to the volume of the audio system or air flow noise of the air conditioning system. It may be difficult to hear the sound of this system due to the buzzers of other systems. If the meter malfunctions, the buzzer may not sound. Objects which the system may not be properly detected The shape of the object may prevent the sensor from detecting it. Pay particular attention to the following objects: Wires, fences, ropes, etc. Cotton, snow and other materials that absorb sound waves Sharply-angled objects Low objects Tall objects with upper sections projecting outwards in the direction of your vehicle People may not be detected if they are wearing certain types of clothing. Situations in which the system may not operate properly Certain vehicle conditions and the surrounding environment may affect the ability of a sensor to correctly detect objects. Particular instances where this may occur are listed below. There is dirt, snow, water drops or ice on a sensor. (Cleaning the sensors will resolve this problem.) A sensor is frozen. (Thawing the area will resolve this problem.) In especially cold weather, if a sensor is frozen the sensor display may be displayed abnormally, or objects, such as a wall, may not be detected. When a sensor or the area around a sensor is extremely hot or cold. On an extremely bumpy road, on an incline, on gravel, or on grass. 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. A sensor is coated with a sheet of spray or heavy rain. If objects draw too close to the sensor. When a pedestrian is wearing clothing that does not reflect ultrasonic waves (ex. skirts with gathers or frills). When objects that are not perpendicular to the ground, not perpendicular to the vehicle traveling direction, uneven, or waving are in the detection range. When strong winds are blowing. When driving in inclement weather such as fog, snow or a sandstorm. 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. If the orientation of a sensor has been changed due to a collision or other impact. When equipment such as a towing eyelet, transport hook, bumper protector, bumper trim, bicycle carrier or snow-removal device (snow plow) is installed near the sensor. If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered due to the carried load. If the vehicle cannot be driven in a stable manner, such as when the vehicle has been in an accident or is malfunctioning. When tire chains, compact spare tire or an emergency tire puncture repair kit are used. When towing with the vehicle. Situations in which the system may operate even if there is no possibility of a collision In some situations, such as the following, the system may operate even though there is no possibility of a collision. When driving on a narrow road. 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 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 up or down a steep slope. If a sensor is hit by a large amount of water, such as when driving on a flooded road. There is dirt, snow, water drops or ice on a sensor. (Cleaning the sensors will resolve this problem.) A sensor is coated with a sheet of spray or heavy rain. When driving in inclement weather such as fog, snow or a sandstorm. When strong winds are blowing. 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 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. The vehicle is approaching a tall or curved curb. Driving close to columns (H-shaped steel beams, etc.) in multi-story parking garages, construction sites, etc. If the vehicle cannot be driven in a stable manner, such as when the vehicle has been in an accident or is malfunctioning. On an extremely bumpy road, on an incline, on gravel, or on grass. When tire chains, compact spare tire or an emergency tire puncture repair kit are used. When towing with the vehicle. When towing a trailer (if equipped) When a trailer is confirmed by ATD (Auto Trailer Detection (ATD) (if equipped)), the rear sensors turn off. When reversing, the rear sensors turn off, but the front corner sensors and the front center sensors operate. Sensor detection display, object distance Detection range of the sensors Vehicles without Advanced Park 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 objects that are extremely close to the vehicle. The range of the sensors may change depending on the shape of the object, etc. Vehicles with Advanced Park Approximately 6.6 ft. (200 cm) The diagram shows the detection range of the sensors. Note that the sensors cannot detect objects that are extremely close to the vehicle. The range of the sensors may change depending on the shape of the object, etc. The distance and buzzer Vehicles without Advanced Park
Approximate distance to obstacle Buzzer
Front center sensor: Approximately 3.3 ft. (100 cm) to 2.0 ft. (60 cm)* Rear center sensor: Approximately 4.9 ft. (150 cm) to 2.0 ft. (60 cm)* Slow
Approximately 2.0 ft. (60 cm) to 1.5 ft. (45 cm)* Medium
Approximately 1.5 ft. (45 cm) to 1.0 ft. (30 cm)* Fast
Approximately less than 1.0 ft. (30 cm) Continuous
*Automatic buzzer mute function is enabled. (Muting a buzzer)
Vehicles with Advanced Park
Approximate distance to obstacle Buzzer
Front center sensor: Approximately 6.6 ft. (200 cm) to 3.3 ft. (100 cm) Rear center sensor: Approximately 6.6 ft. (200 cm) to 4.9 ft. (150 cm) Corner sensor: Approximately 6.6 ft. (200 cm) to 2.0 ft. (60 cm) Does not sound (Display only)
Front center sensor: Approximately 3.3 ft. (100 cm) to 2.0 ft. (60 cm)* Rear center sensor: Approximately 4.9 ft. (150 cm) to 2.0 ft. (60 cm)* Slow
Front/Rear center sensor and Corner sensor: Approximately 2.0 ft. (60 cm) to 1.5 ft. (45 cm)* Medium
Front/Rear center sensor and Corner sensor: Approximately 1.5 ft. (45 cm) to 1.0 ft. (30 cm)* Fast
Approximately less than 1.0 ft. (30 cm) Continuous
*Automatic buzzer mute function is enabled. (Muting a buzzer)
Warning buzzers Parking Assist-Sensor Parking Assist-Sensor buzzer A buzzer sounds when the sensors are operating. The buzzer beeps faster as the vehicle approaches a static object. When the vehicle comes within the approximately 1.0 ft. (30 cm) of the object, the buzzer will sound continuously. When 2 or more sensors simultaneously detect a static object, the buzzer sounds for the nearest object. After an intermittent buzzer begins sounding, if the distance between the vehicle and the detected static object does not become shorter, the buzzer will be muted automatically. (automatic buzzer mute function) If the RCTA or RCD is activated at the same time, the buzzer will sound with priority for objects determined by the system to have high risk of causing a collision Note: Adjusting the buzzer volume The buzzer volume of the Parking Assist-Sensor, RCTA, and RCD can all be changed at once from the customize settings. (Customizable features) Muting a buzzer When the temporary mute switch is displayed on the Multimedia Display, this switch can be pressed to temporarily mute the buzzer. Select the switch to mute a buzzer of the Parking Assist-Sensor, RCTA, and RCD all together. Select the switch again to cancel. Mute will be automatically canceled in the following situations: When the shift position is changed. When the vehicle speed exceeds a certain speed. When the power switch is turned off. Parking Assist-Sensor object warning function (vehicles with Advanced Park) The object warning function informs the driver of the existence of objects along the side of the vehicle, using a display and buzzer, if the objects are within the estimated path of the vehicle. Object Calculated vehicle route When the vehicle is moving, the side sensors or side cameras can detect objects. While the vehicle is moving, if a detected object can no longer be detected by the side sensors or side cameras, the location of the object relative to the vehicle is estimated. If the object is determined to be in the estimated path of the vehicle, the object warning function will operate. Object detected by side sensors or side cameras The vehicle is stopped and objects along the sides of the vehicle are not detected. Objects are detected as the vehicle is moving. Even though the objects are outside of the detection area of the side sensors or side cameras, a warning is displayed and a buzzer sounds. Note: Object warning function operating conditions After the hybrid system has been started, the vehicle has moved 23.0 ft. (7 m) or less. After the D shift position has been selected, the vehicle has moved 23.0 ft. (7 m) or less. The R shift position is selected. switch has been pressed and the Multimedia Display is displayed. The front or rear sensor detects a stationary object. When the driver, passenger, and rear doors are completely closed Detection of objects along the sides of the vehicle Objects along the sides of the vehicle are not instantaneously detected. The location of objects in relation to the vehicle is estimated after they are first detected by the front or rear side sensors, or side cameras. Therefore, after the power switch is changed to ON, even if an object is along the side of the vehicle, it may not be detected until the vehicle has been driven a small amount and the side sensors or side cameras completely scan the areas along the sides of the vehicle. If a vehicle, person, animal, etc., is detected by a side sensors or side cameras, but then leaves the detection area of the side sensors or side cameras, the system will assume the object has not moved. Warning: Side sensors and side cameras In situations such as the following, the function may not operate correctly, possibly leading to an accident. Proceed carefully. When starting off shortly after the power switch is turned to ON and a small vehicle or other object which cannot be detected by a front side sensor is next to the vehicle.In the situation shown in the following illustration, even if the vehicle starts off, the vehicle on the left will not be detected and the object warning function will not operate. When an object or person is in a position which cannot be detected by the side sensors or side cameras. When a vehicle, person, or other object approaches the side of the vehicle after the side sensors have completed scanning the areas along the sides of the vehicle. When the outside rear view mirrors are folded. If the 12-volt battery was discharged or has been removed and installed, fold and extend the outside rear view mirrors. When the driver, passenger, or rear door is opened.