TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Before driving
Information on the hybrid system and adjusting and op- erating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steer- ing column
2 When driving
Driving, stopping and safe-driving information
3 Interior features
Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in- terior features for a comfortable driving experience
4 Maintenance
and care
Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it- yourself maintenance, and maintenance information
5 When trouble
arises
What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire, or is involved in an accident
6 Vehicle
specifications
Detailed vehicle information
7 For owners
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
Index
Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual
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1-5. Opening and closing
the windows
Power windows................... 112
1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap.................................... 115
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system............. 119
1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture ....... 122
SRS airbags ....................... 124
Front passenger occupant
classification system......... 138
Child restraint systems ....... 144
Installing child restraints ..... 149
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Index
1 Before driving
1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid system features ........ 30
Hybrid system precautions... 36
Energy monitor/consumption
screen ................................ 42
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .... 52
1-2. Key information
Keys ..................................... 54
1-3. Opening, closing and
locking the doors
Smart key system................. 57
Wireless remote control ....... 72
Side doors ............................ 74
Back door ............................. 79
1-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ........................... 84
Rear seats............................ 88
Head restraints..................... 93
Seat belts ............................. 95
Steering wheel ................... 107
Inside rear view mirror........ 108
Outside rear view mirrors ... 110
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Cruise control ..................... 229
Dynamic radar cruise
control .............................. 233
Driving assist systems........ 250
Hill-start assist control ........ 254
PCS (Pre-Collision
System) ............................ 256
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage............. 264
Vehicle load limits............... 270
Winter driving tips............... 271
Trailer towing...................... 275
Dinghy towing..................... 276
2 When driving
2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle............... 164
Power (ignition) switch........ 175
EV drive mode .................... 182
Hybrid transmission ............ 185
Turn signal lever ................. 194
Parking brake...................... 195
Horn .................................... 196
2-2.
Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ............ 197
Indicators and warning
lights ................................. 208
2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers
Headlight switch.................. 213
Fog light switch ................... 219
Windshield wipers and
washer .............................. 221
Rear window wiper and
washer .............................. 226
Headlight cleaner switch..... 228
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Index
3 Interior features
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning
system.............................. 278
Using the steering wheel
climate remote control
switches ........................... 291
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror defogger
switch ............................... 293
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types ............ 294
3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ................. 299
• Interior lights .................... 300
• Personal lights ................. 301
3-4. Using the storage features
List of storage features ....... 303
• Glove boxes ..................... 305
• Console box ..................... 306
• Cup holders ...................... 307
• Bottle holders ................... 309
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 310
• Door pockets .................... 311
• Card holder....................... 311
3-5. Other interior features
Sun visors........................... 312
Vanity mirrors ..................... 313
Clock................................... 314
Power outlets...................... 315
Seat heaters ....................... 317
Armrest ............................... 319
Panoramic roof shades....... 320
Assist grips ......................... 324
Floor mats........................... 325
Luggage compartment
features ............................ 327
Garage door opener ........... 331
Safety Connect ................... 339
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4 Maintenance and care
5 When trouble arises
4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior............ 348
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior............. 352
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements..................... 355
General maintenance.......... 358
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs........................... 362
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ....................... 363
Hood ................................... 366
Positioning a floor jack........ 369
Engine compartment........... 372
12-volt battery ..................... 384
Tires.................................... 389
Tire inflation pressure ......... 398
Wheels................................ 402
Air conditioning filter............ 405
Electronic key battery.......... 407
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................. 409
Light bulbs........................... 420
5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers............ 436
If your vehicle needs to
be towed........................... 437
If you think something is
wrong ............................... 443
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 444
If you have a flat tire........... 462
If the hybrid system will
not start ............................ 476
If you lose your keys........... 478
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ......... 479
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged........................ 481
If your vehicle overheats .... 487
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................. 491
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in
an emergency .................. 493
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Index
6 Vehicle specifications
Index
6-1. Specifications
Abbreviation list ............... 550
Alphabetical index............ 552
What to do if... .................. 562
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 496
Fuel information ................. 507
Tire information .................. 510
6-2. Customization
Customizable features ....... 525
6-3.
Initialization
Items to initialize................. 531
7 For owners
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ................ 534
Seat belt instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French)........................ 535
SRS airbag instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French)........................ 538
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Pictorial index
Exterior
Windshield wipers P. 221
Hood P. 366
Outside rear view mirrors
P. 110
Fog lights P. 219
Daytime running lights and headlights Parking lights Front side marker lights Front turn signal lights
P. 213, 216
P. 213
P. 213
P. 194
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Tail lights P. 213
Fuel filler door P. 115
Side doors P. 74
Rear window defogger
P. 293
Rear window wiper
P. 226
Back door P. 79
Tires ●Rotation ●Replacement ●Inflation pressure ●Information
P. 389
P. 462
P. 504
P. 510
License plate lights
P. 213
Camera*
Rear turn signal lights
P. 194
Rear side marker lights
P. 213
: If equipped *: Refer to “DISPLAY AUDIO SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”
or “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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Interior
Head restraints P. 93
Seat belts P. 95
SRS front passenger airbag
P. 124
Glove boxes P. 305
Armrest P. 319
Rear seats P. 88
SRS side airbags P. 124
Floor mat P. 325
Front seats P. 84
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Sun visors P. 312
“SOS” button Auxiliary box
P. 339
P. 310
Panoramic roof shades switch P. 320
Interior light
P. 300
Personal light
P. 301
Microphone* P. 339
Interior light P. 300
Assist grips P. 324
SRS curtain shield airbags P. 124
Vanity mirrors P. 313
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror Garage door opener switches
P. 108
P. 331
: If equipped *: Refer to “DISPLAY AUDIO SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”
or “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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Interior
Outside rear view mirror switches P. 110
Inside lock button P. 74
Window lock switch P. 112
Door lock switch P. 74
Power window switches P. 112
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EV drive mode switch Eco drive mode switch Power mode switch
P. 182
P. 187
P. 187
Console box P. 306
Cup holders P. 307
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Instrument panel
SRS driver airbag Horn
P. 124
P. 196
Windshield wipers and washer switch Rear window wiper and washer switch
P. 221
P. 226
Headlight switch Turn signal lever Fog light switch
P. 213
P. 194
P. 219
Card holder P. 311
Gauges and meters Trip-information display
P. 197
P. 201
Navigation system*1
Audio system*2 P. 294
SRS knee airbag P. 124
Pre-collision braking off switch P. 257
Tilt and telescopic steering control lever P. 107
Tire pressure warning reset switch P. 391
Parking brake pedal P. 195
Fuel filler door opener P. 115
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Headlight cleaner switch P. 228
APGS pre-support switch*1
Instrument panel light control dial P. 199
Hood lock release lever P. 366
: If equipped
*1: Refer to “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
*2: Refer to “DISPLAY AUDIO SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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Instrument panel
“TRIP” button P. 200
Climate remote control switches P. 291
“DISP” button P. 200
Audio remote control switches*
Talk switch* Telephone switches*
Cruise control switch
P. 229
Dynamic radar cruise control
P. 233
switch
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance button P. 233
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MPH or km/h button P. 199
Emergency flasher switch P. 436
Clock adjustment buttons P. 314
Shift lever P. 185
P position switch P. 188
Power (ignition) switch P. 175
: If equipped *: Refer to “DISPLAY AUDIO SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”
or “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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Pictorial index
Instrument panel
Air conditioning system P. 278
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror defoggers P. 293
AUX port/USB port*
Power outlet P. 315
Seat heater switches P. 317
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: If equipped *: Refer to “DISPLAY AUDIO SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”
or “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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For your information
Main Owner’s Manual
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equip- ment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle. All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice. Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ from your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.
Noise from under vehicle after turning off the hybrid system
Approximately five hours after the hybrid system is turned off, you may hear sound coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel evaporation leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.
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. You should know that Toyota does not warrant these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle. This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products. Mod- ification with non-genuine Toyota products could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addi- tion, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty.
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Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
The installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as: ● Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system ● Cruise control system ● Anti-lock brake system ● SRS airbag system ● Seat belt pretensioner system Be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or spe- cial instructions regarding installation. High voltage parts and cables on the hybrid vehicles emit approximately the same amount of electromagnetic waves as the conventional gasoline pow- ered vehicles or home electronic appliances despite of their electromagnetic shielding. Unwanted noise may occur in the reception of the mobile two-way radio.
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Vehicle data recordings
Your Toyota is equipped with several sophisticated computers that will record certain data, such as: • Engine speed • Electric motor speed (traction motor speed) • Accelerator status • Brake status • Vehicle speed • Shift position • Hybrid battery (traction battery) status The recorded data varies according to the vehicle grade level and options with which it is equipped. Furthermore, these computers do not record con- versations, sounds or pictures. ● Data usage Toyota may use the data recorded in these computers to diagnose malfunc- tions, conduct research and development, and improve quality. Toyota will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except: • With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the lessee if
the vehicle is leased In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a govern- ment agency
• For use by Toyota in a lawsuit • For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or
•
vehicle owner
● Usage of data collected through Safety Connect (U.S. mainland only) If your Toyota has Safety Connect and if you have subscribed to those ser- vices, please refer to the Safety Connect Telematics Subscription Service Agreement for information on data collected and its usage.
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Event data recorder
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main pur- pose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as: • How various systems in your vehicle were operating; • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fas-
• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake
tened;
pedal; and,
• How fast the vehicle was traveling. These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a nontrivial crash situa- tion occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving condi- tions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation. To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.
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● Disclosure of the EDR data Toyota will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party except when: • An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the lessee for a leased vehicle)
is obtained In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a govern- ment agency
• For use by Toyota in a lawsuit However, if necessary, Toyota may: • Use the data for research on vehicle safety performance • Disclose the data to a third party for research purposes without disclosing
•
information about the specific vehicle or vehicle owner
Scrapping of your Toyota
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. 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.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These compo- nents may include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote con- trol batteries.
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CAUTION
■General precautions while driving
Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influ- ence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehi- cle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that could result in death or serious injury. Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents. Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that dis- tracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or others.
■General precaution regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to have or use the key. Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral. There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the windows or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.
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CAUTION
■Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Never resell, hand over or modify the hybrid battery (traction battery). To pre- vent accidents, hybrid batteries (traction batteries) that have been removed from a disposed vehicle are collected through Toyota dealers. Do not dis- pose of the battery yourself. Unless the battery is properly collected, the following may occur, resulting in death or serious injury: • The hybrid battery (traction battery) may be illegally disposed of or dumped, and someone may touch a high voltage part, resulting in an electric shock.
• The hybrid battery (traction battery) is intended to be used exclusively with your hybrid vehicle. If the hybrid battery (traction battery) is used outside of your vehicle or modified in any way, accidents such as electric shock, heat generation, smoke generation, an explosion and electrolyte leakage may occur.
When reselling or handing over your vehicle, the possibility of an accident is extremely high because the person receiving the vehicle may not be aware of these dangers.
■Disposal of the hybrid battery (traction battery)
If your vehicle is disposed of without the hybrid battery (traction battery) hav- ing been removed, there is a danger of serious electric shock if high voltage parts, cables and their connectors are touched. In the event that your vehicle must be disposed of, the hybrid battery (traction battery) must be disposed of by your Toyota dealer or a qualified service shop. If the hybrid battery (traction battery) is not disposed of properly, it may cause electric shock that can result in death or serious injury.
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Symbols used throughout this manual
Cautions & Notices
CAUTION
This is a warning against something which, if ignored, may cause death or serious injury to people. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the risk of death or serious injury to yourself and others.
NOTICE
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.
Symbols used in illustrations
Safety symbol The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.
Arrows indicating operations
Indicates the action (pushing, turn- ing, etc.) used to operate switches and other devices. Indicates the outcome of an opera- tion (e.g. a lid opens).
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Before driving
1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid system features ...... 30
Hybrid system
precautions ...................... 36
Energy monitor/
consumption screen......... 42
Hybrid vehicle driving
tips ................................... 52
1-2. Key information
Keys................................... 54
1-3. Opening, closing and
locking the doors
Smart key system .............. 57
Wireless remote control ..... 72
Side doors.......................... 74
Back door........................... 79
1-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ......................... 84
Rear seats.......................... 88
Head restraints................... 93
Seat belts ........................... 95
Steering wheel ................. 107
Inside rear view mirror ..... 108
Outside rear view
mirrors............................ 110
1-5. Opening and closing the
windows
Power windows ................ 112
1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap ................................. 115
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system .......... 119
1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture..... 122
SRS airbags..................... 124
Front passenger
occupant classification
system ........................... 138
Child restraint systems..... 144
Installing child
restraints ........................ 149
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1-1. Hybrid system Hybrid system features
Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has characteristics different from conventional vehicles. Be sure you are closely familiar with the char- acteristics of your vehicle, and operate with care. The hybrid system combines the use of a gasoline engine and an electric motor (traction motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel efficiency and reducing exhaust emissions.
Gasoline engine Electric motor (traction motor)
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1-1. Hybrid system
■ When stopped/during start off
The gasoline engine stops* when the vehicle is stopped. During start off, the electric motor (traction motor) drives the vehicle. At slow speeds or when traveling down a gentle slope, the engine is stopped* and the electric motor (traction motor) is used. When shift position is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be charged. Thus, shift to P when the vehicle is stopped. In addition, when driving in heavy traffic, use D or B. *: However, when the hybrid battery (traction battery) need to be charged or while the engine is being warmed up, the gasoline engine may not stop automatically. (P. 33)
■ During normal driving
The gasoline engine is predominantly used. The electric motor (traction motor) charges the hybrid battery (traction battery) as necessary.
■ When accelerating sharply
When the accelerator pedal is depressed heavily, the power of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is added to that of the gaso- line engine via the electric motor (traction motor).
■ When braking (regenerative braking)
The electric motor (traction motor) charges the hybrid battery (traction battery).
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1-1. Hybrid system
Vehicle proximity notification system
When driving with the gasoline engine stopped, a sound, which changes in accordance with the driving speed, will be played in order to warn people nearby of the vehicle’s approach. The sound will stop when the vehicle speed exceeds approximately 15 mph (25 km/h).
■Regenerative braking
In the following situations, kinetic energy is converted to electric energy and deceleration force can be obtained in conjunction with the recharging of the hybrid battery (traction battery). ●The accelerator pedal is released while driving with the shift position in D
or B.
●The brake pedal is depressed while driving with the shift position in D or
B.
■Hybrid System Indicator
Hybrid System Indicator represents the hybrid system power output and regener- ative charging. (P. 203)
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■Conditions in which the gasoline engine may not stop
The gasoline engine starts and stops automatically. However, it may not stop automatically in the following conditions*: ●During gasoline engine warm-up ●When the temperature of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is high or
low
●During hybrid battery (traction battery) charging ●When the heater is switched on *: Depending on the circumstances, the gasoline engine may also not stop
automatically in situations other than those above.
■Charging the hybrid battery (traction battery)
●As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery (traction battery), the battery does not need to be charged from an outside source. However, if the vehicle is left parked for a long time the hybrid battery (traction bat- tery) will slowly discharge. For this reason, be sure to drive the vehicle at least once every few months for at least 30 minutes or 10 miles (16 km). If the hybrid battery (traction battery) becomes fully discharged and you are unable to jump-start the vehicle with the 12-volt battery, contact your Toyota dealer.
●If the shift position is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be charged. Always shift the shift position in P when the vehicle is stopped. When driving in heavy traffic, operate the vehicle with the shift position in D or B to avoid discharging the hybrid battery (traction battery).
■Charging the 12-volt battery
P. 484
■After the 12-volt battery has discharged or has been changed or
removed The gasoline engine may not stop even if the vehicle is running on the hybrid battery (traction battery). If this continues for a few days, contact your Toyota dealer.
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■Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
There may be no engine sounds or vibration even though the vehicle is able to move. For safety, apply the parking brake and make sure to shift the shift position to P when parked. The following sounds or vibrations may occur when the hybrid system is operating and are not a malfunction: ●The brake system operation sound heard from the front of the vehicle
when the driver’s door is opened.
●Motor sounds may be heard from the engine compartment. ●Sounds may be heard from the hybrid battery (traction battery) when the
hybrid system starts or stops.
●Sounds may be heard from the transmission when the gasoline engine
starts or stops, when driving at low speeds, or during idling.
●Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply. ●Sounds may be heard due to regenerative braking when the brake pedal
is depressed and accelerator is loosened.
●Other sounds, such as motors and mechanical noises, may be heard
from the brake system when the brake pedal is depressed.
●Vibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops. ●Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vent. (P. 37) ●The operation sound of the air conditioning system (air conditioning com-
pressor, blower motor).
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■Vehicle proximity notification system
In the following cases, the vehicle proximity notification system may be diffi- cult for surrounding people to hear. ●In very noisy areas ●In the wind or the rain Also, as the vehicle proximity notification system is installed on the front of the vehicle, it may be more difficult to hear from the rear of the vehicle com- pared to the front.
■Maintenance, repair, recycling, and disposal
Contact your Toyota dealer regarding maintenance, repair, recycling and dis- posal. Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself.
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1-1. Hybrid system Hybrid system precautions
Take care when handling the hybrid system, as it contains a high voltage system (about 650V at maximum) as well as parts that become extremely hot when the hybrid system is operating. Obey the caution labels attached to the vehicle.
Air conditioning compressor High voltage cables (orange) Power control unit and DC/ DC converter Electric motor motor)
(traction
Hybrid battery (traction bat- tery) Caution label Service plug
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Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vent
There is an air intake vent under the rear seat for the purpose of cooling the hybrid battery (trac- tion battery). If the vent becomes blocked, the hybrid battery (trac- tion battery) may overheat, lead- ing in hybrid battery (traction battery) output.
to a reduction
Emergency shut off system
When a certain level of impact is detected by the impact sensor, the emergency shut off system blocks off the high voltage current and stops the fuel pump to minimize the risk of electrocution and fuel leakage. If the emergency shut off system activates, your vehicle will not restart. To restart the hybrid system, contact your Toyota dealer.
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1-1. Hybrid system
■If a warning light comes on, a warning message is displayed or the 12-
volt battery is disconnected The hybrid system may not start. In that case, try to start the system again. If the “READY” indicator does not come on, contact your Toyota dealer.
■Running out of fuel
When the vehicle has run out of fuel and the hybrid system cannot be started, refuel the vehicle with at least enough gasoline to make the low fuel level warning light (P. 451) go off. If there is only a small amount of fuel, the hybrid system may not be able to start. (The minimum amount of fuel to add to make the low fuel level warning light go out is about 1.8 gal. [7 L, 1.5 Imp.gal.], when the vehicle is on a level surface. This value may vary when the vehicle is on a slope.)
■Electromagnetic waves
●High voltage parts and cables on the hybrid vehicles incorporate electro- magnetic shielding, and therefore emit approximately the same amount of electromagnetic waves as conventional gasoline powered vehicles or home electronic appliances.
●Your vehicle may cause sound interference in some third party-produced
radio parts.
■Hybrid battery (traction battery)
The hybrid battery (traction battery) has a limited service life. The lifespan of the hybrid battery (traction battery) can change in accordance with driving style and driving conditions.
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CAUTION
■High voltage precautions
The vehicle has high voltage DC and AC systems as well as a 12-volt sys- tem. DC and AC high voltage is very dangerous and can cause severe burns and electric shock that may result in death or serious injury. ●Never touch, disassemble, remove or replace the high voltage parts,
cables or their connectors.
●The hybrid system will become hot after starting as the system uses high voltage. Be careful of both the high voltage and the high temperature, and always obey the caution labels attached to the vehicle.
●Never try to open the service plug access hole located in the luggage compartment. The service plug is used only when the vehicle is serviced and is subject to high voltage.
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CAUTION
■Road accident cautions
If your vehicle is involved in an accident, observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of death or serious injury: ●Stop the vehicle in a safe place to prevent subsequent accidents.
While depressing the brake pedal, apply the parking brake, shift the shift position to P and turn the hybrid system off. Then, slowly release the brake pedal.
●Do not touch the high voltage parts, cables and connectors. ●If electric wires are exposed inside or outside your vehicle, an electric
shock may occur. Never touch exposed electric wires.
●If a fluid leak occurs, do not touch the fluid as it may be strong alkaline electrolyte from the hybrid battery (traction battery). If it comes into contact with your skin or eyes, wash it off immediately with a large amount of water or, if possible, boric acid solution. Seek immediate medical attention.
●If a fire occurs in the hybrid vehicle, leave the vehicle as soon as possible. Never use a fire extinguisher that is not meant for electric fires. Using even a small amount of water may be dangerous.
●If your vehicle needs to be towed, do so with front wheels raised. If the wheels connected to the electric motor (traction motor) are on the ground when towing, the motor may continue to generate electricity. This may cause a fire. (P. 437)
●Carefully inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that liquid has leaked onto the ground, the fuel system may have been damaged. Leave the vehicle as soon as possible. ■Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Your vehicle contains a sealed nickel-metal hydride battery. If disposed of improperly, it is hazardous to the environment and there is a risk of severe burns and electrical shock that may result in death or serious injury.
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NOTICE
■Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vent
●Do not put foreign objects near the air vent. The hybrid battery (traction
battery) may overheat and be damaged.
●Clean the air vent regularly to prevent the hybrid battery (traction battery)
from overheating.
●Do not wet or allow foreign substances to enter the air vent as this may
cause a short circuit and damage the hybrid battery (traction battery).
●Do not carry large amounts of water such as water cooler bottles in the vehicle. If water spills onto the hybrid battery (traction battery), the battery may be damaged. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
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You can view the status of your hybrid system on the Display Audio system screen or the navigation system screen.
Display Audio system screen or navigation system screen
Energy monitor
Displays the flow of energy as it changes in accordance with driving conditions. Display Audio system
Press “CAR”.
If the “Trip Information” or “His- tory” screen is displayed, touch “Energy”.
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Condition
Display
When the vehicle is powered by the electric motor (traction motor)
When the vehicle is powered by both the gasoline engine and the electric motor (traction motor)
When the vehicle is powered by the gasoline engine
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Condition
Display
When the vehicle is charging the hybrid battery (traction battery)
When there is no energy flow
Hybrid battery (traction battery) status
Low
Full
These images are examples only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.
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Navigation system
STEP 1
Press “INFO APPS” or “INFO”.
STEP 2
Touch “Fuel Consumption” on the “Information” screen.
If the “Trip Information” or “Past Record” screen is displayed, touch “Energy”.
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Condition
Display
When the vehicle is powered by the electric motor (traction motor)
When the vehicle is powered by both the gasoline engine and the electric motor (traction motor)
When the vehicle is powered by the gasoline engine
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Condition
Display
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When the vehicle is charging the hybrid battery (traction battery)
When there is no energy flow
Hybrid battery (traction battery) status
Low
Full
These images are examples only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.
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Trip information screen
Display Audio system Press “CAR”.
If the “Energy Monitor” or “History” screen is displayed, touch “Trip Infor- mation”.
the elapsed
Fuel consumption in the past 15 minutes Displays the average vehicle speed since the hybrid system was started Displays time since the hybrid system was started Cruising range (P. 51) Regenerated energy past 15 minutes One symbol indicates 30 Wh. Up to 4 symbols are shown.
the
in
The image is example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.
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Navigation system
STEP 1
STEP 2
Press “INFO APPS” or “INFO”. Touch “Fuel Consumption” on the “Information” screen. If the “Energy Monitor” screen is displayed, touch “Fuel Consump- tion”. If the “Past Record” screen is displayed, touch “Trip Information”.
in
the
Fuel consumption in the past 15 minutes Regenerated energy past 15 minutes One symbol indicates 30 Wh. Up to 4 symbols are shown. Displays the average vehicle speed since the hybrid system was started time Displays since the hybrid system was started Cruising range (P. 51)
the elapsed
The image is example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.
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Past record screen
Display Audio system Press “CAR”.
If the “Energy Monitor” or “Trip Information” screen is displayed, touch “History”.
Best past fuel consumption Average fuel consumption Displays a maximum of 5 past record of the total average fuel consumption.
The image is example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions. Navigation system
STEP 1
STEP 2
Press “INFO APPS” or “INFO”. Touch “Fuel Consumption” on the “Information” screen. If the “Energy Monitor” screen is displayed, touch “Fuel Consump- tion”. If the “Trip Information” screen is displayed, touch “Past Record”. Best past fuel consumption Average fuel consumption Displays a maximum of 5 past record of the total average fuel consumption.
The image is example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.
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■Resetting the consumption data
Display Audio system Selecting “Clear” on the “Trip Information” screen will reset the fuel con- sumption and the regenerated energy for the past 15 minutes. Selecting “Clear” on the “History” screen will reset the past records and best past fuel consumption. Selecting “Yes” on the following screen will confirm resetting of all the data. Navigation system Selecting “Clear” on the “Trip Information” screen will reset the fuel con- sumption and the regenerated energy for the past 15 minutes. Selecting “Clear” on the “Past Record” screen will reset the past records and best past fuel consumption. Selecting “Yes” on the following screen will confirm resetting of all the data.
■Cruising range
Displays the estimated maximum distance that can be driven with the quan- tity of fuel remaining. This distance is computed based on your average fuel consumption. As a result, the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that dis- played.
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For economical and ecological driving, pay attention to the following points: ■ Using Eco drive mode
When using Eco drive mode, the torque corresponding to the accelerator pedal depression amount can be generated more smoothly than it is in normal conditions. In addition, the opera- tion of the air conditioning system (heating/cooling) will be mini- mized, improving the fuel economy. (P. 187)
■ Use of Hybrid System Indicator
Eco-friendly driving is possible by keeping the Hybrid System Indicator within Eco area. (P. 203)
■ When braking the vehicle
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in good time. A greater amount of electrical energy can be retained when slow- ing down.
■ Delays
Repeated acceleration and deceleration, as well as long waits at traffic lights, will lead to bad fuel consumption. Check traffic reports before leaving and avoid delays as much as possible. When encountering a delay, gently release the brake pedal to allow the vehicle to move forward slightly while avoiding overuse of the accelerator pedal. Doing so can help control excessive gasoline consumption.
■ Highway driving
Control your speed and keep at a constant speed. Also, before stopping at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release the accelerator and gently apply the brakes. A greater amount of electrical energy can be retained when slowing down.
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■ Air conditioning on/off
) to off when it is not needed.
Switch the air conditioning ( Doing so can help control excessive gasoline consumption. In summer: In high temperatures, use the recirculated air mode. Doing so will help to reduce the burden on the air conditioner and reduce fuel consumption as well. In winter: Because the gasoline engine will not automatically cut out until the gasoline engine and the interior of the vehicle are warm, it will consume fuel. Also, fuel consumption can be improved by avoiding overuse of the heater.
■ Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently. Improper tire inflation pressure can cause poor fuel consump- tion. Also, as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction, their use on dry roads can lead to poor fuel consumption. Use a tire that is appropriate for the season.
■ Luggage
Carrying heavy luggage can lead to poor fuel consumption. Avoid carrying unnecessary luggage. Installing a large roof rack can also cause poor fuel consumption.
■ Warming up before driving
Since the gasoline engine starts up and cuts out automatically when cold, warming up the engine is unnecessary. Moreover, frequently driving short distances will cause the engine to repeatedly warm up, which can lead to poor fuel consumption.
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The following keys are provided with the vehicle.
Electronic keys • Operating
system (P. 57)
the smart key
• Operating
the wireless
remote control function (P. 72)
Mechanical keys Key number plate
Using the mechanical key
To take out the mechanical key, push the release button and take the key out.
After using the mechanical key, store it in the electronic key. Carry the mechanical key together with the electronic key. If the electronic key battery is depleted or the entry function does not operate properly, you will need the mechanical key. (P. 479)
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■Key number plate
Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the event that a mechanical key is lost, a new key can be made at your Toyota dealer using the key number plate. (P. 478)
■When riding in an aircraft
When bringing an electronic key onto an aircraft, make sure you do not press any buttons on the electronic key while inside the aircraft cabin. If you are carrying an electronic key in your bag etc., ensure that the buttons are not likely to be pressed accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the elec- tronic key to emit radio waves that could interfere with the operation of the aircraft.
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NOTICE
■To prevent key damage
Observe the following: ●Do not drop the keys, subject them to strong shocks or bend them. ●Do not expose the keys to high temperatures for long periods of time. ●Do not get the keys wet or wash them in an ultrasonic washer etc. ●Do not attach metallic or magnetic materials to the keys or place the keys
close to such materials.
●Do not disassemble the keys. ●Do not attach a sticker or anything else to the surface of the electronic key. ●Do not place the keys near objects that produce magnetic fields, such as TVs, audio systems and induction cookers, or medical electrical equip- ment, such as low-frequency therapy equipment.
■Carrying the electronic key on your person
Carry the electronic key 3.9 in. (10 cm) or more away from electric appli- ances that are turned on. Radio waves emitted from electric appliances within 3.9 in. (10 cm) of the electronic key may interfere with the key, causing the key to not function properly.
■In case of a smart key system malfunction or other key-related prob-
lems Take your vehicle with all the electronic keys provided with your vehicle to your Toyota dealer.
■When a vehicle key is lost
If the key remains lost, the risk of vehicle theft increases significantly. Visit your Toyota dealer immediately with all remaining electronic keys that was provided with your vehicle.
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The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the electronic key on your person, for example in your pocket. (The driver should always carry the electronic key.)
Unlocks and locks the side doors (P. 58) Unlocks and locks the back door (P. 59) Starts and stops the hybrid system (P. 175)
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Unlocking and locking the doors
Front door handles (including front passenger door handle if equipped with entry function)
Grip the handle to unlock the doors.
Make sure to touch the sensor on the back of the handle. The doors cannot be unlocked for 3 seconds after the doors are locked.
the
lock sensor
(the Touch indentation on the upper part of the door handle) to lock the doors.
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Back door (vehicles with entry function of front and back doors) to
the unlock button
Press unlock all the doors.
The doors cannot be unlocked for 3 seconds after the doors are locked.
Press the lock button to lock all the doors.
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Antenna location and effective range
■ Antenna location Vehicles with entry function of driver’s door
Antennas outside the cabin Antennas inside the cabin Antenna inside the luggage compartment
Vehicles with entry function of front and back doors
Antennas outside the cabin Antennas inside the cabin Antenna inside the luggage compartment Antenna outside the luggage compartment
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■ Effective range (areas within which the electronic key is
detected)
Vehicles with entry function of driver’s door
When locking or unlocking the doors The system can be operated when the electronic key is within about 2.3 ft. (0.7 m) of driver’s door handle. When starting the hybrid system changing “POWER” switch modes The system can be operated when the electronic key is inside the vehicle.
or
Vehicles with entry function of front and back doors
When locking or unlocking the doors The system can be operated when the electronic key is within about 2.3 ft. (0.7 m) of either of the outside front door handle and back door opener switch. the doors detecting the key can be operated.) When starting the hybrid system changing “POWER” switch modes The system can be operated when the electronic key is inside the vehicle.
(Only
or
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■Operation signals
A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)
■When the door cannot be locked by the lock sensor on the upper part
of the door handle
If the door will not lock even when the topside sensor area is touched, try touch- ing both the topside and underside sen- sor areas at the same time.
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■Alarms and warning lights
A combination of exterior and interior alarms as well as warning lights are used to prevent theft of the vehicle and accidents resulting from erroneous operation. Take appropriate measures depending on which warning light comes on. (P. 459) The following table describes circumstances and correction procedures when only alarms are sounded.
Alarm
Situation
Correction procedure
Exterior alarm sounds once for 5 seconds
An attempt was made to lock the doors using the entry function while the electronic key was still inside the passenger com- partment An attempt was made to lock either front door by opening a door and putting the inside lock button into the lock position, then closing the door with the electronic key still inside the vehicle An attempt was made to lock the vehicle while a door is open
Retrieve the elec- tronic key from the passenger compart- ment and lock the doors again