2012 Toyota Prius V Owners Manual

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4-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior

The following procedures will help protect your vehicle’s interior and keep it in top condition: ■ Protecting the vehicle interior

Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty sur- faces with a cloth dampened with lukewarm water.

■ Cleaning the leather areas

● Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner. ● Wipe off any excess dirt and dust with a soft cloth dampened

with diluted detergent. Use a diluted water solution of approximately 5% neutral wool deter- gent.

● Wring out any excess water from the cloth and thoroughly

wipe off all remaining traces of detergent.

● Wipe the surface with a dry, soft cloth to remove any remain- ing moisture. Allow the leather to dry in a shaded and venti- lated area.

■ Cleaning the synthetic leather areas

● Remove loose dirt using a vacuum cleaner. ● Apply a mild soap solution to the synthetic leather using a

sponge or soft cloth.

● Allow the solution to soak in for a few minutes. Remove the

dirt and wipe off the solution with a clean, damp cloth.

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■Caring for leather areas

Toyota recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year to maintain the quality of the vehicle’s interior.

■Shampooing the carpets

There are several commercial foaming-type cleaners available. Use a sponge or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not use water. Wipe dirty surfaces and let them dry. Excellent results are obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as possible.

■Seat belts

Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge. Also check the belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.

CAUTION

■Water in the vehicle

●Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehicle, such as on the floor, in the hybrid battery (traction battery) air vents, and in the luggage compartment. Doing so may cause the hybrid battery (traction battery), electrical compo- nents, etc. to malfunction or catch fire.

●Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet.

(→P. 123) An electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or not function properly, resulting in death or serious injury.

■Cleaning the interior (especially instrument panel)

Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel may reflect off the windshield, obstructing the driver’s view and leading to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

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NOTICE

■Cleaning detergents

●Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehi-

cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces: • Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline, alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach • Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alcohol ●Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other

interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.

■Preventing damage to leather surfaces

Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of leather surfaces: ●Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately. ●Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.

Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.

●Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the uphol- stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats up significantly.

■Water on the floor

Do not wash the vehicle floor with water. Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes into contact with electrical components such as the audio system above or under the floor of the vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.

■Cleaning the inside of the rear window

●Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause damage to the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in strokes running parallel to the heater wires.

●Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires.

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4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements

To ensure safe and economical driving, day-to-day care and regular maintenance are essential. It is the owner’s responsibility to perform regular checks. Toyota recommends performing the following main- tenance: ■ General maintenance

General maintenance should be performed on a daily basis. This can be done by yourself or by a Toyota dealer.

■ Scheduled maintenance

Scheduled maintenance should be performed at specified inter- vals according to the maintenance schedule. For details about maintenance items and schedules, refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

■ Do-it-yourself maintenance

You can perform some maintenance procedures by yourself. Please be aware that do-it-yourself maintenance may affect war- ranty coverage. The use of Toyota repair manuals is recommended. For details about warranty coverage, refer to the separate “Owner’s Warranty Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

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■Repair and replacement

It is recommended that genuine Toyota parts be used for repairs to ensure performance of each system. If non-Toyota parts are used in replacement or if a repair shop other than a Toyota dealer performs repairs, confirm the war- ranty coverage.

■Reset the maintenance data (U.S.A. only)

After the required maintenance is performed according to the maintenance schedule, please reset the maintenance data. To reset the data, follow the procedures described below:

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

Switch the display to the trip meter “A” (→P. 198) when the hybrid system is operating. Turn the “POWER” switch off. While pressing the MPH or km/h button (→P. 199), turn the “POWER” switch to ON mode (do not start the hybrid system because otherwise the reset mode will be canceled). Continue to press and hold the button until the trip meter displays “000000” and the indicator stops flashing to indicate that the reset is complete.

■Allow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Toyota dealer

●Toyota technicians are well-trained specialists and are kept up to date with the latest service information. They are well informed about the operation of all systems on your vehicle.

●Keep a copy of the repair order. It proves that the maintenance that has been performed is under warranty coverage. If any problem should arise while your vehicle is under warranty, your Toyota dealer will promptly take care of it.

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CAUTION

■If your vehicle is not properly maintained

Improper maintenance could result in serious damage to the vehicle and possible serious injury or death. ■Handling of the 12-volt battery

●Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and a wide variety of automobile components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Work in a well ventilated area.

●Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of Califor- nia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Avoid exposure and wash any affected area immediately.

●12-volt battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your hands after handling. (→P. 384)

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4-2. Maintenance General maintenance

Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per- formed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty Informa- tion Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Scheduled Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice.

Engine compartment

Items

Check points

Brake fluid

Engine/power control unit coolant

Engine oil

Exhaust system

Radiator/condenser

Washer fluid

Is the brake fluid at the correct level? (→P. 380) Is the engine/power control unit coolant at the correct level?

(→P. 377)

(→P. 373)

Is the engine oil at the correct level? There should not be any fumes or strange sounds. The radiator and condenser should be free from foreign objects. (→P. 379) Is there sufficient washer fluid? (→P. 382)

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Luggage compartment

Items

Check points

12-volt battery

Check the connections. (→P. 384)

Vehicle interior

Items

Check points

Accelerator pedal

Hybrid transmission “Park” mech- anism

Brake pedal

Brakes

• The accelerator pedal should move smoothly (without uneven pedal effort or catching). • When parked on a slope and the shift position is in P, is the vehicle securely stopped? • Does the brake pedal move smoothly? • Does the brake pedal have appro- priate clearance from the floor? (→P. 503) • Does the brake pedal have the correct amount of free play? (→P. 503) • The vehicle should not pull to one side when the brakes are applied. • The brakes should work effec- tively. • The brake pedal should not feel spongy. • The brake pedal should not get too close to the floor when the brakes are applied.

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Items

Check points

Head restraints

Indicators/buzzers

Lights

Parking brake

Seat belts

Seats

Steering wheel

• Do the head restraints move smoothly and lock securely? • Do the indicators and buzzers function properly? • Do all the lights come on? • Does the parking brake pedal move smoothly? • When parked on a slope and the parking brake is on, is the vehicle securely stopped? • Do the seat belts operate smoothly? • The seat belts should not be dam- aged. • Do the seat controls operate properly? • Does the steering wheel rotate smoothly? • Does the steering wheel have the correct amount of free play? • There should not be any strange sounds coming from the steering wheel.

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Vehicle exterior

Items

Check points

Doors

Engine hood

Fluid leaks

Tires

• Do the doors operate smoothly? • Does the engine hood lock sys- tem work properly? • There should not be any signs of fluid leakage after the vehicle has been parked. • Is the tire inflation pressure cor- rect? • The tires should not be dam- aged or excessively worn. • Have the tires been rotated according to the maintenance schedule? • The wheel nuts should not be loose.

CAUTION

■If the hybrid system is operating

Turn the hybrid system off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before performing maintenance checks.

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4-2. Maintenance Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs

Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system moni- tors the operation of the emission control system. ■ If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on

The OBD system determines that a problem exists somewhere in the emission control system. Your vehicle may not pass the I/ M test and may need to be repaired. Contact your Toyota dealer to service the vehicle.

■ Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test in the following situa-

tions: ● When the 12-volt battery is disconnected or discharged

Readiness codes that are set during ordinary driving are erased. Also, depending on your driving habits, the readiness codes may not be completely set.

● When the fuel tank cap is loose

The malfunction indicator lamp comes on indicating a tempo- rary malfunction and your vehicle may not pass the I/M test.

■ When the malfunction indicator lamp still remains on after

several driving trips The error code in the OBD system will not be cleared unless the vehicle is driven 40 or more times.

■ If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test

Contact your Toyota dealer to prepare the vehicle for re-testing.

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5-1. Essential information Emergency flashers

Use the emergency flashers if the vehicle malfunctions or is involved in an accident.

Press the switch to flash all the turn signal lights. To turn them off, press the switch once again.

NOTICE

■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the emergency flashers on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is not operating.

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5-1. Essential information If your vehicle needs to be towed

If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your Toyota dealer or a commercial towing service, using a lift-type truck or flat bed truck. Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/pro- vincial and local laws.

Before towing

The following may indicate a problem with your hybrid transmission. Contact your Toyota dealer before towing. ● The hybrid system is operating but the vehicle will not move. ● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound. If there is a malfunction in the P position control system, the smart key system or the immobilizer system, or if the 12-volt battery is dis- charged, the vehicle cannot be towed with the front wheels on the ground, as the front wheels may be locked. In this case, transport the vehicle with both front wheels or all four wheels lifted.

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Emergency towing

If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing eyelet(s). This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads for short distances at under 18 mph (30 km/h). A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condition.

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Installing towing eyelets

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

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Remove the eyelet cover using a flathead screwdriver.

To prevent damage, cover the tip of the screwdriver with a rag.

Insert the towing eyelet into the hole and tighten partially by hand.

Tighten down the towing eyelet securely using a wheel nut wrench.

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Towing with a sling-type truck

Do not tow with a sling-type truck to prevent body damage.

Towing with a wheel-lift type truck

From the front

Release the parking brake.

From the rear

Use a towing dolly under the front wheels.

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If you use chains or cables to tie down your vehicle, the angles shaded in black must be 45°. Do not overly tighten the tie downs or the vehicle may be damaged.

Using a flat bed truck

■Before emergency towing

STEP 1

Turn the “POWER” switch to ON mode. Do not turn the “POWER” switch to ACCESSORY mode. Shift the shift position to N. Release the parking brake. ■Emergency towing eyelet location

STEP 2

STEP 3

→P. 460

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CAUTION

■Caution while towing

●Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.

Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive stress on the emergency towing eyelets and the cables or chains. Always be cautious of the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.

●Do not turn the “POWER” switch off.

This may lead to an accident as the front wheels will be locked by the parking lock.

●If the hybrid system is off, the power assist for the brakes and steering will

not function, making steering and braking more difficult.

■Installing towing eyelets to the vehicle

Make sure that towing eyelets are installed securely. If not securely installed, towing eyelets may come loose during towing. This may lead to accidents that cause serious injury or even death.

NOTICE

■To prevent damaging the vehicle

When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the vehicle could be damaged while being towed.

■To prevent causing serious damage to the hybrid transmission when

towing using a wheel-lift type truck Never tow this vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on the ground.

■To prevent body damage when towing with a sling-type truck

Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

■To prevent causing serious damage to the hybrid transmission in

emergency towing Never tow a vehicle from the rear with four wheels on the ground. This may cause serious damage to the hybrid transmission.

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5-1. Essential information If you think something is wrong

If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. ■ Visible symptoms

● Fluid leaks under the vehicle

(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)

● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear ● High engine coolant temperature warning light flashes or

comes on

■ Audible symptoms

● Changes in exhaust sound ● Excessive tire squeal when cornering ● Strange noises related to the suspension system ● Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system

■ Operational symptoms

● Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly ● Appreciable loss of power ● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking ● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road ● Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost

touches the floor

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds

Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.

The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys- tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.

Warning light

Warning light/Details

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

Brake system warning light and warning buzzer (red indicator)*1, 2
• Low brake fluid • Malfunction in the brake system This light also comes on when the parking brake is not released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully released, the system is operating normally.

*1: Brake system warning buzzer:

When there is a possible problem that could affect braking performance, the warning light will come on and a warning buzzer will sound.

*2: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:

A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approximately 3
mph (5 km/h) or more.

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Stop the vehicle immediately.

The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehi- cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.

Warning light

Warning light/Details

Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system

Low engine oil pressure warning light Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low

High coolant temperature warning light Indicates that the coolant temperature is too high Changes from a flashing to a solid light when the engine coolant temperature increases.

Hybrid system warning light (warning buzzer) Indicates a malfunction in the hybrid system

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Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

Failure to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

Warning light

Warning light/Details

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in: • The hybrid system; • The electronic engine control system; or • The electronic throttle control system

SRS warning light Indicates a malfunction in: • The SRS airbag system; • The front passenger occupant classification system; or • The seat belt pretensioner system

ABS warning light Indicates a malfunction in: • The ABS; or • The brake assist system

Electric power steering system warning light (warn- ing buzzer) Indicates a malfunction in the EPS system

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Warning light

Warning light/Details

(Flashes)

(If equipped)

(Turns on)

Pre-collision system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the pre-collision system The warning light will operate as follows, even when the system is not malfunctioning: • The light will flash quickly when the system is operating. (→P. 256) • The light will turn on when the pre-collision braking is disabled. (→P. 257) • The light will turn on when the system cannot tempo- rarily be used. (→P. 448)

Slip indicator light Indicates a malfunction in: • VSC; • TRAC; or • Hill-start assist control Flashes when the above systems are operating. (→P. 251) Brake system warning light (yellow indicator) Indicates a malfunction in: • The regenerative braking system; or • The electronically controlled brake system Parking lock system warning light (warning buzzer) Indicates a malfunction in the P position control system • In this situation, there is a possibility that the parking lock mechanism will not work. When parking, park the vehicle on a flat surface and apply the parking brake securely. • The “POWER” switch may not be turned off. If this hap- pens, applying the parking brake will enable the switch to be turned off.

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Warning light

Warning light/Details

Parking lock system warning message (warning buzzer) Indicates a malfunction in the P position control system when the vehicle is stopped • In this situation, there is a possibility that the parking lock mechanism will not work. When parking, park the vehicle on a flat surface and apply the parking brake securely. • The “POWER” switch may not be turned off. If this hap- pens, applying the parking brake will enable the switch to be turned off.

LED headlight warning light Indicates a malfunction in the LED headlights The LED headlights will not normally illuminate when there is a malfunction, however it may be able to illumi- nate depending on the nature of the problem.

Automatic headlight leveling system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the automatic headlight level- ing system

Cruise control indicator Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control/dynamic radar cruise control

Radar cruise control indicator Indicates a malfunction in the dynamic radar cruise con- trol

(U.S.A)

(Canada)

(If equipped)

(If equipped)

(If equipped)

(yellow)

(If equipped)

(yellow)

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Follow the correction procedures.

After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check that the warning light goes off.

Warning light

Warning light/Details

Correction procedure

P position request indicator light (warning buzzer)

The amount of charge remain- ing in the hybrid battery (trac- tion battery) has fallen because the shift position has been left in N for a long time

The driver’s door has been opened while the shift position is in N, D or B An attempt has been made to start the hybrid system while the shift position is in anything other than P Hybrid system overheat warn- ing light (warning buzzer) The hybrid system has over- heated Low hybrid battery (traction battery) warning light (warning buzzer) Hybrid battery (traction battery) level becomes low because the shift position is in N for long time

Because recharging is not possible when the shift position is in N, shift the shift posi- tion to P when park- ing the vehicle for a long time.

Shift the shift posi- tion to P.

Stop and check. (→P. 485)

Because recharging is not possible when the shift position is in N, shift the shift posi- tion to P when park- ing the vehicle for a long time.

(Flashes)

(Only outer frame flashes)

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Warning light

Warning light/Details

(Turns on) (If equipped)

(U.S.A.)

Pre-collision system warning light Indicates that the PCS is not currently functional because the grille cover or the radar sen- sor is dirty, or the system has overheats. Maintenance Required reminder light Indicates that maintenance is required according to the driven distance on the maintenance schedule.*1
Illuminates for about 3 seconds and then flashes for about 15 seconds approximately 4500 miles (7200 km) after the main- tenance data has been reset. Comes on and remains on if the distance driven exceeds 5000 miles (8000 km) after the main- tenance data has been reset. (The indicator will not work properly unless the mainte- nance data has been reset.) Open door warning light (warning buzzer)*2
Indicates that a door is not fully closed

Correction procedure • Clean the grille cover and the radar sensor. • Once the system cools down, the sys- tem became func- tional.

If necessary, perform maintenance.

Perform the neces- sary maintenance. Please reset the maintenance data after the mainte- nance is performed. (→P. 354)

Check that all the doors are closed.

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Warning light

Warning light/Details

Correction procedure

Low fuel level warning light Indicates remaining fuel is approximately 1.6 gal. (6.0 L, 1.3 Imp.gal.) or less

Seat belt reminder light (warn- ing buzzer)*3
Warns the driver and/or front passenger to fasten their seat belts.

Tire pressure warning light

When the light comes on: Low tire inflation pressure such as • Natural causes (→P. 451) • Flat tire (→P. 460)

When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute: Malfunction in the tire pres- sure warning system (→P. 453)

Refuel the vehicle.

Fasten the seat belt. If the front passen- ger’s seat is occu- pied, the front passenger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to make the reminder light (warning buzzer) off.

Adjust the tire infla- tion pressure to the specified level. The light will turn off after a few min- utes. In case the light does not turn off even if the tire inflation pressure is adjusted, have the system checked by your Toyota dealer.

Have the system checked by your Toyota dealer.

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*1: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual

Supplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

*2: Open door warning buzzer:

The open door warning buzzer sounds to alert one or more of the doors is not fully closed (with the vehicle having reached a speed of 3 mph [5km/h]).

*3: Seat belt warning buzzer:

The seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the driver and/or front passen- ger that their seat belts are not fastened. If the driver’s seat belt is not fas- tened, the buzzer will sound for 6 seconds once the “POWER” switch is turned to ON mode. If the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h), the buzzer will sound once. If the seat belt is still unfastened after 30 seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently for 10 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 more sec- onds.

■SRS warning light

This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact sensors, side impact sensors (front door), side impact sensors (front), side impact sensors (rear), driver’s seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant classification system (ECU and sensors), “AIR BAG ON” indicator light, “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light, front passen- ger’s seat belt buckle switch, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (→P. 121)

■Occupant detection system (ECU and sensors), seat belt reminder and

warning buzzer ●If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the occupant detection system (ECU and sensors) may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.

●If a cushion is placed on the seat, the occupant detection system (ECU and sensors) may not detect a passenger, and the warning light may not operate properly.

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■Electric power steering system warning light

When the 12-volt battery charge becomes insufficient or the voltage tempo- rarily drops, the electric power steering system warning light may come on.

■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving

First check the following: ●Is the fuel tank empty?

If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.

●Is the fuel tank cap loose?

If it is, tighten it securely.

The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after several driving trips. If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off even after several trips, con- tact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

■When the tire pressure warning light comes on

Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level. Pushing the tire pressure warning reset switch will not turn off the tire pressure warning light.

■The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes such as natural air leaks and tire inflation pressure changes caused by tem- perature. In this case, adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off the warning light (after a few minutes).

■When a tire is replaced with a spare tire

The compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and transmitter. If a tire goes flat, the tire pressure warning light will not turn off even though the flat tire has been replaced with the spare tire. Replace the spare tire with the repaired tire and adjust the tire infla- tion pressure. The tire pressure warning light will go off after a few min- utes.

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■If the tire pressure warning system is not functioning

The tire pressure warning system will be disabled in the following condi- tions: (When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.) ●If tires not equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmit-

ters are used

●If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is

not registered in the tire pressure warning computer

●If the tire inflation pressure is 73 psi (500 kPa, 5.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) or

higher

The tire pressure warning system may be disabled in the following condi- tions: (When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly.) ●If electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies

are nearby

●If a radio set at a similar frequency is in use in the vehicle ●If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed ●If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, particularly around the

wheels or wheel housings

●If non-genuine Toyota wheels are used (Even if you use Toyota wheels, the tire pressure warning system may not work properly with some types of tires.) ●If tire chains are used

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■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking

for 1 minute If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1
minute when the “POWER” switch is turned to ON mode, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.

■Customization

The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled. (Customizable features →P. 523) However, Toyota recommends that the seat belt reminder buzzer be operational to alert the driver and front passen- ger when seat belts are not fastened.

CAUTION

■If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on

Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact your Toyota dealer. The vehicle will become extremely unstable during braking, and the ABS system may fail, which could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

■When the electric power steering system warning light comes on

The steering wheel may become extremely heavy. If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold firmly and operate using more force than usual.

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CAUTION

■If the tire pressure warning light comes on

Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause a loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury. ●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire

inflation pressure immediately.

●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres- sure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is flat, change it with the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Toyota dealer.

●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,

you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.

■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur

The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

■Maintenance of the tires

Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a differ- ent size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label [tire and load information label], you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)

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CAUTION

As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS-tire pressure warning system) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) illumi- nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under- inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) is not a sub- stitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light). Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operat- ing properly. The TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction indi- cator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light). When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illumi- nated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illumi- nated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.

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CAUTION

TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunctions may occur for a vari- ety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS (tire pres- sure warning system) malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alter- nate tires and wheels allow the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) to continue to function properly.

NOTICE

■If the charging system warning light often starts flashing

The 12-volt battery may have deteriorated. Because the 12-volt battery could discharge if left in this state, have the 12-volt battery inspected by your Toyota dealer.

■Precaution when installing a different tire

When a tire of a different specification or maker is installed, the tire pres- sure warning system may not operate properly.

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Follow the correction procedures.

After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check that the warning light turn off.

Interior buzzer

Exterior buzzer

Warning

light

Details

Correction procedure

The electronic key is not detected when an attempt is made to start the hybrid system.

The “POWER” switch has been pressed while the electronic key was not detected inside the vehicle.

Start the hybrid sys- tem with the electronic key present.

Confirm the location of the electronic key. (→P. 58, 63) If the warning light does not extinguish even though the elec- tronic key is within operating range, touch the electronic key to the “POWER” switch while depress- ing the brake pedal (→P. 478) Transmission between the elec- tronic key and the vehicle is being blocked, or the bat- tery in the electronic key has been depleted.

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Interior buzzer

Exterior buzzer

Warning

light

Details

Correction procedure

Once

⎯

Once

3 times

Driving has been started without the correct electronic key inside the vehicle. The electronic key was carried out- side the vehicle and a door other than the driver’s door was opened and closed while the “POWER” switch was in a mode other than off. The electronic key was carried out- side the vehicle and the driver’s door was opened and closed while the shift position P was selected without turning off the “POWER” switch.

Confirm the location of the electronic key.

Bring the electronic key back into the vehi- cle.

Turn the “POWER” switch off or bring the electronic key back into the vehicle.

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Interior buzzer

Exterior buzzer

Warning

light

Details

Correction procedure

⎯

Contin- uous

Contin- uous

Contin- uous

An attempt was made to exit the vehicle with the electronic key and lock the doors without first turn- ing the “POWER” switch off. The electronic key was carried out- side the vehicle and the driver’s door was opened and closed while any shift position other than P was selected without turning off the “POWER” switch.

Turn the “POWER” switch off and lock the doors again.

• Shift the shift position to P. • Bring the electronic key back into the vehi- cle.

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Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare tire provided. ■ Before jacking up the vehicle

● Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface. ● Set the parking brake. ● Shift the shift position to P. ● Stop the hybrid system. ● Turn on the emergency flashers.

■ Location of the spare tire, jack and tools

Left side deck board

Jack handle

Towing eyelet

Jack

Center auxiliary boxes

Wheel nut wrench

Spare tire

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Taking out the jack

STEP 1

Open the deck board and move it toward the front of the vehicle.

STEP 2

Remove the left side deck board and then remove the center aux- iliary boxes.

STEP 3

Take out the jack.

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Taking out the spare tire

Unload the tool holder from the vehicle, loosen the center fas- tener that secures the spare tire.

CAUTION

■Service plug

Be careful not to hit the service plug when loading or unloading the tool holder or the spare tire. (→P. 37)

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Replacing a flat tire

STEP 1

Chock the tires.

Front

Rear

STEP 2

STEP 3

Flat tire Left-hand side Right-hand side Left-hand side Right-hand side

Wheel chock positions

Behind the rear right-hand side tire Behind the rear left-hand side tire In front of the front right-hand side tire In front of the front left-hand side tire

For vehicles with 16 inch wheels, remove the wheel ornament using the wrench.

To prevent damage, cover the tip of the wrench with a rag.

Slightly loosen the wheel nuts (one turn).

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STEP 4

STEP 5

STEP 6

Turn the tire jack portion “A” by hand until the notch of the jack is in contact with the jack point.

The jack point guides are located under the rocker panel. They indicate the jack point positions.

Raise the vehicle until the tire is slightly raised off the ground.

Remove all the wheel nuts and the tire.

When resting the tire on the ground, place the tire so that the wheel design faces up to avoid scratching the wheel surface.

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Installing the spare tire

STEP 1

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Remove any dirt or foreign mat- ter from the wheel contact sur- face.

If foreign matter is on the wheel contact surface, the wheel nuts may loosen while the vehicle is in motion, causing the tire to come off.

STEP 2

Install the tire and loosely tighten each wheel nut by hand by approximately the same amount.

Replacing a steel wheel with a steel wheel (including a compact spare tire)

Tapered portion

Tighten the nuts until the tapered portion comes into loose contact with the disc wheel seat.

Disc wheel seat

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Replacing an aluminum wheel with a steel wheel (including a compact spare tire)

Tapered portion

Tighten the nuts until the tapered portion comes into loose contact with the disc wheel seat.

Disc wheel seat

Replacing an aluminum wheel with an aluminum wheel

Disc wheel

Turn the nut washers until they come into contact with the disc wheel.

Washer

STEP 3

Lower the vehicle.

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STEP 5

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Firmly tighten each wheel nut two or three times in the order shown in the illustration.

Tightening torque: 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

For vehicles with 16 inch wheels, reinstall the wheel ornament.*

Align the cutout of the wheel ornament with the valve stem as shown. *: The wheel ornament cannot be installed on the compact spare tire. Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools.

STEP 6