How to adjust the time on your Toyota’s clock

Adjust the time

We are all required to adjust the time. To make better use of daylight hours, clocks in the UK jump between British Summer Time (BST) and Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) each year. One hour is added on the last Sunday of March, and one hour is subtracted on the last Sunday of October.

Many new Toyota models will automatically adjust the time for you, while some other models need to be adjusted manually. The subheadings below clearly identify the new Toyota models and grades that fall into each category, as well as providing clear, step-by-step instructions on how to manually adjust the time in every model within the current Toyota passenger car range.

Adjust the time
Toyota Yaris GR Sport with Toyota Touch 2 multimedia system

Adjust the time: models with Toyota Touch / Touch 2 multimedia systems

The following new models with Toyota Touch and Toyota Touch 2 multimedia systems are designed to automatically adjust the time by synchronising with your mobile phone. This function applies to both the digital clock within the multimedia system and digital clock within the multi-information display in the instrument cluster.

Toyota Aygo X – Pure, Edge, Air Edition grades

Toyota Yaris – all grades (pictured above)

Toyota Yaris X – Icon and Design grades

Toyota Corolla – Icon grade

Toyota C-HR – Icon grade

Toyota Highlander – all grades

Toyota Mirai – all grades

It is possible to manually override this automatic function. To do so, press the Setup cog icon on the main screen, then select General within the sub-menu. Select the Date & Time option, after which you will be able to choose to manually set the time, select the time zone and switch between 12- and 24-hour time display.

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Toyota bZ4X with Toyota Smart Connect multimedia system

Models with Toyota Smart Connect multimedia system

The following new Toyota models feature connected services through the Toyota Smart Connect multimedia system. They are also designed to use GPS information and map data to automatically adjust the time.

Toyota Aygo X – Exclusive grade

Toyota Yaris X – Excel and GR Sport grades

Toyota Corolla – Icon Tech, Design, GR Sport, Trek and Excel grades

Toyota C-HR – Design, Excel and GR Sport grades

Toyota bZ4X – all grades (pictured above)

Toyota RAV4 and RAV4 Plug-in – all grades

It is possible to manually override this automatic function. To do so, press the Settings cog icon on the main screen, then touch General within the sub-menu. Select the Date & Time option, after which you will be able to choose to manually set the time, select the time zone and switch between 12- and 24-hour time display.

Toyota GR86 interior

Adjust the time: Toyota GR86 and Toyota GR Supra

The clock on the Toyota GR86’s multimedia screen is designed to automatically update after being connected and synchronised with the owner’s mobile phone. This function can be set from the home screen by pressing the Settings cog icon, then pressing General > Clock > Time Setting > Sync with Phone.

It is also possible to override this automatic function. Starting from the home screen, press the Settings cog icon, then press General > Clock > Time Setting > Manual. Adjust the time manually then press OK. Within the Clock menu it is also possible to switch between 12- and 24-hour time display.

Toyota GR Supra uses voice commands to access in-menu functions, including those to adjust the time

The clock on the Toyota GR Supra’s multimedia screen is factory set to update automatically. However, it is possible to manually adjust various time features by accessing the relevant in-car menu through voice commands.

After pressing the voice activation button on the right of the steering wheel, say “My Vehicle“. When prompted to do so by the system, say the commands “System settings“, “Date and time” and then either “Time“, “Time zone” or “Time format” to access the relevant in-menu function. The desired setting can then be applied using the rotary controller on the centre console.

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Land Cruiser is the only Toyota passenger car to adjust the time with physical buttons

Adjust the time: Toyota Land Cruiser

The Land Cruiser is the only passenger car in the Toyota line-up where the clock is adjusted using physical buttons, which on this model is located directly under the clock display in the dashboard. Here you will find three buttons: ‘H’, ‘M’ and ‘:00’. Pressing the ‘H’ button advances the clock by one hour, and the ‘M’ button by one minute. The ‘:00’ button rounds to the nearest hour.

Toyota Proace Verso with Pro Touch infotainment system

Adjust the time: Toyota Proace Verso

The clock on the Toyota Proace Verso’s Pro Touch infotainment system is set to update automatically using GPS and map data from the satellite navigation system.

However, it is also possible to manually adjust the time and other time display features using the in-car menus. Select the Settings menu in the top banner of the touchscreen, then press the Options button to access the secondary page. Select Setting the time-date followed by pressing either the Date or Time tabs and adjust using the numeric keypad. Confirm any changes by pressing OK.

What if I own an older Toyota?

The above instructions will probably cover most Toyota passenger car models from recent years. But for specific instructions relating to your vehicle or commercial vehicle, we suggest looking through your owner’s manual. If you do not possess a hard copy of this manual, owners of Toyota models produced since 2012 can download a digital copy on the Toyota UK website.

Remember that if you have any query about the operation of your car, feel free to pop in to your local Toyota centre for advice or contact us on social media and we’ll try to help.

201 comments

  1. Hi, what about the new C-HR. Can that be changed from 12-hour to 24 hour format? I have seen photos that suggest it can be either but cant see how to change it.

  2. Hi Alex,
    Unfortunately, on UK spec cars this isn’t possible. We can see the brochure suggests otherwise and we can only assume (due to the vehicle in the brochure being left hand drive) this is available on other European market vehicles. Sorry for any inconvenience caused.

    1. Hello, we are owner of Toyota CHR (Austrian Version :)), but we can´t change from 12 hour to 24 hour format. Can you please help us? Is there any Manual? The Austrian dealer didn´t know either. Many thanks for your help!

      1. Hi Mira,
        Thanks for getting in touch.
        Unfortunately, you are not able to change the clock from 12 hours to 24 hours. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.
        You should be able to access a User Manual by contacting your local Toyota Centre in Australia or alternatively by contacting Toyota Australia Customer Relations Team here: https://www.toyota.com.au/contact-us.
        We hope this helps.
        Thanks.

  3. Hi there. I have a 2008 Yaris T3 spirit. i am having problems with the fuel range and temperature display by the clock bay, which it isn’t activated or displayed. Is there any way in which i could solve this issue?

    1. Hi Tejen,
      We’re investigating your query with our technical team and as soon as we hear something we will advise you further. Many thanks for your patience.

    2. Hi Tejen,
      Judging from the symptoms, we do not think that this is something you can do in order to resolve the issue.
      Therefore, we believe that the safest option would be for you to take the vehicle to a Centre for further diagnosis.
      Hope this helps!

      1. Not true. Information NOT on pages 111/112….. I’ve gone thru manual and no information found on how to change time…..

      2. Hi Mary,
        Apologies for the confusion. The owners manuals on My Toyota seem to have been updated since we published that comment.
        You can change the time by following these simple steps:
        Via the steering wheel, scroll across to settings on the combination meter and then scroll down to clock.
        Hope this helps!

  4. How do I change the clock settings in a Rav 4 Icon model (2017)?The manual is not clear .Can I get the manual in hard copy? It didn’t come when I bought the car.

    1. Hi Mayu,
      We can get a manual sent out to you. Can you please provide us with a VIN or registration number? Many thanks in advance.

  5. Got a new toyota hilux 2017. Can i change time to 12 hr. And the toyota link well cant even get on .been back 5 times

    1. Hi Shane,
      Thanks for getting in touch. We have spoken to our technical team, and they have advised that this is not possible. Sorry for any inconvenience caused.

    1. Hi Peter,
      Thanks for getting in touch. As we are Toyota GB and don’t sell the Toyota Vista, we’d advise contacting Toyota in your region. Many thanks.

    1. Hi Vinod,
      Thanks for getting in touch. Please could you provide your Reg or VIN number so we can looking further into this for you. Thanks.

  6. I have got a Toyota hilux d4d 2013, the clock watch losses memory each time I switch off the ignition key and I will have to reset it each time I start the car. What could be the problem and how best can I sort this out?

    1. Hi Onward,
      Thanks for getting in touch and sorry for the delayed response. The clock is loosing its permanent 12v feed. So has any accessories been fitted that have touched the wiring? If not then trace back from the clock the perm 12v feed and see where the wire is broken or damaged. If you need further assistance, we’d advise going to your local Toyota dealer.
      Thanks.

  7. Hi.
    I have a 2012 Toyota Verso S with a Touch system. If the battery is disconnected does the radio need a code to unlock it. If so what is the procedure for entering the code?
    Thanks.

    1. Hi Ken,
      Thanks for getting in touch. We’d advise going to your local Toyota dealer as they will be able to give you the radio code. Thanks.

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