to R while the vehicle was moving forward.
A buzzer also sounds. The shift position automatically changed to N.
Stop the vehicle, and then change the shift
position.
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
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Warning message
Details/Actions
Indicates that the P position switch is pressed while the vehicle is running.
A buzzer also sounds. The shift position automatically changed to N.
To shift the shift position to P, stop the vehicle completely and press the P posi- tion switch.
To continue driving, shift the shift position
to D or R.
Insufficient 12-volt battery charge
A buzzer also sounds.
Recharge or replace the 12-volt battery.
• The hybrid system may not be able to start. • The parking lock mechanism may not func- tion. When parking, choose a level location and apply the parking brake securely.
• The power switch may not be able to be turned off. In this case, the power switch may be turned off by applying the parking brake.
• After charging the 12-volt battery, the mes- sage may continue to be displayed until the shift position is changed from P.
Shift control system malfunction
A buzzer also sounds.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer. • The hybrid system may not be able to start. • The parking lock mechanism may not func- tion. When parking, choose a level location and apply the parking brake securely.
• The power switch may not be able to be turned off. In this case, the power switch may be turned off by applying the parking brake.
Shift control system malfunction
A buzzer also sounds.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. If not inspected, vehi- cle systems may stop operating normally.
(Flashes)
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Warning message
Details/Actions
Shift control system communication malfunction
A buzzer also sounds.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer. • The hybrid system may not be able to start. • May not be switched to the P position. When parking, choose a level location and apply the parking brake securely.
• The automatically P position selection func- tion (P. 182) may not function. Before turning the power switch off, securely press the P position switch, and be sure to check that the shift position is in P by verifying the shift position or P position switch operation indicator lights.
• The power switch may not be able to be turned off. In this case, the power switch may be turned off by applying the parking brake.
Indicates a malfunction in the LED headlight sys- tem
A buzzer also sounds.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
(Turns on or
Flashes)
(If equipped)
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Other displayed messages Carrying out the corresponding action turns the messages off.
Displayed message
Details/Actions
Maintenance of the hybrid battery (traction bat- tery) cooling component is required
The filter may be clogged, the air intake vent may be blocked or there may be a gap in the duct.
Have maintenance performed on the hybrid battery (traction battery) cooling compo- nent at your Toyota dealer.
Indicates that the EV drive mode is not available* The reason the EV drive mode is not available (the vehicle is idling, battery charge is low, speed is higher than the EV drive mode operat- ing speed is depressed too much) may be displayed. A buzzer also sounds.
range, accelerator pedal
Use the EV drive mode when it becomes
available.
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Displayed message
Details/Actions
Indicates that the EV drive mode has been auto- matically canceled* The reason the EV drive mode is not available (the battery charge is low, speed is higher than the EV drive mode operating speed range, accelerator pedal is depressed too much) may be displayed. A buzzer also sounds.
Drive the vehicle for a while.
(Flashes 3 times)
(If equipped)
Since the vehicle speed is about 32 mph (50 km/h) or less, is not available LDA Traveling at the speed 32 mph (50 km/h) or
more
*: For the EV drive mode operating conditions (P. 177).
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■Warning messages
The warning message illustrations used are intended as examples, and may differ from the image that is actually displayed on the multi-information dis- play.
■Warning message in radar cruise mode (if equipped)
In the following situations, the warning message may not be displayed even if vehicle-to-vehicle distance decreases: ●When your vehicle and the vehicle ahead are traveling at the same speed or
the vehicle ahead is traveling more quickly than your vehicle
●When the vehicle ahead is traveling at a very low speed ●Immediately after cruise control speed is set ●At the instant the accelerator pedal is depressed
■The LDA lane departure alert function (if equipped)
In the following situation, the warning message will not be displayed even if a lane line is crossed. ●When the vehicle speed deviates from the operating range of the LDA sys-
tem functions
●When the lane lines cannot be recognized
■Warning buzzer
P. 495
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Interior buzzer
Exterior buzzer
Warning message
Details/Actions
Power was turned off due to the automatic power off function. Next time when starting the hybrid system, oper- ate the hybrid system for approximately 5 minutes to recharge the 12-volt bat- tery.
The driver’s door was opened while any shift position other than P was selected without turning off the power switch. Shift the shift position to P.
The electronic key was carried outside the vehicle and the driver’s door was opened and closed while any shift position other than P was selected with- out turning off the power switch. Shift the shift position to P. Bring the electronic key
back into the vehicle.
An attempt was made to start the hybrid system without the electronic key being present, or the electronic key was not func- tioning normally. Start the hybrid system the electronic key
with present.
An attempt was made to drive when the regular key was not inside the vehicle. that Confirm
the elec- tronic key is inside the vehicle.
Con- tinu- ous
Con- tinu- ous
Contin- uous
Once
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
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Interior buzzer
Exterior buzzer
Warning message
Details/Actions
The electronic key was carried outside 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. Bring the electronic key
back into the vehicle.
The electronic key was carried outside the vehicle and the driver’s door was opened and closed while the shift position P was selected without turning off the power switch. Turn the power switch off. Bring the electronic key
back into the vehicle.
An attempt was made to exit the vehicle with the electronic key and lock the doors without first turning the power switch off. Turn the power switch off
and lock the doors again.
An attempt was made to turn the power switch off when the shift position was not in P. To turn off the hybrid sys- tem, first shift the shift position to P and then turn the power switch off.
Once
3 times
(Flashes)
Once
Sounds once for seconds
(Displayed alternately)
Once
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
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Interior buzzer
Exterior buzzer
Warning message
Details/Actions
• An attempt was made to lock the doors using the smart key system while the electronic key was still inside the vehi- cle.
• An attempt was made to lock either front door by opening a door and putting the inside lock button into the lock posi- tion, then closing the door with the electronic key still inside the vehicle.
Retrieve the electronic key from the vehicle and lock the doors again.
• When
the
doors were unlocked with the mechanical key and the power switch was pressed, the elec- tronic key could not be detected in the vehicle.
then
• The electronic key could not be detected in the vehicle even after the power switch was pressed two consecu- tive times.
Touch the electronic key to the power switch while depressing brake pedal.
the
Once
Sounds once for seconds
(Flashes)
Once
(Flashes)
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Interior buzzer
Exterior buzzer
Warning message
Details/Actions
The driver’s door was opened and closed with the power switch turned off and then the power switch was put in ACCESSORY mode twice with- out the hybrid system being started. Press the power switch while depressing the brake pedal.
During a hybrid system starting procedure in the event that the electronic key was not function- ing properly (P. 534), the power switch was touched with the electronic key. Press the power switch within 10 seconds of the buzzer sounding.
An attempt was made to start the hybrid system with the shift position in N. Shift the shift position to P and start the hybrid sys- tem.
The electronic key has a low battery. Replace the electronic key
battery. (P. 459)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
Once
Once
Once
■Warning messages
P. 513
■Warning buzzer
P. 495
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If you have a flat tire
Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be
replaced with the spare tire.
For details about tires: P. 441
WARNING
■If you have a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire. Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the wheel beyond repair, which could result in an accident.
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. (P. 480)
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Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Jack handle Towing eyelet Wheel nut wrench
Spare tire Jack
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WARNING
■Using the tire jack
Observe the following precautions. Improper use of the tire jack may cause the vehicle to suddenly fall off the jack, leading to death or serious injury. ●Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or
installing and removing tire chains.
●Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat
tire. Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for replacing tires on this vehicle.
●Put the jack properly in its jack point. ●Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while it is supported
by the jack.
●Do not start the hybrid system or drive the vehicle while the vehicle is
supported by the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle while someone is inside. ●When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack. ●Do not raise the vehicle to a height greater than that required to
replace the tire.
●Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle. ●When lowering the vehicle, make sure that there is no-one near the vehicle. If there are people nearby, warn them vocally before lowering.
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Taking out the jack
Open the deck board and move it toward the front of the vehicle.
the
Remove left side deck board and then remove the center auxiliary boxes.
Take out the jack.
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Taking out the spare tire
Remove the deck boards and center auxiliary boxes. (P. 521) Unload the tool holder from the vehicle and loosen the center fastener that secures the spare tire.
WARNING
■Service plug
Be careful not to hit the service plug when loading or unloading the tool holder or the spare tire. (P. 77)
■When storing the spare tire
Be careful not to catch fingers or other body parts between the spare tire and the body of the vehicle.
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Replacing a flat tire
Chock the tires.
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 inch the wheel
Front
Rear
Flat tire Left-hand side Right-hand side Left-hand side Right-hand side For vehicles with 16 wheels, ornament using the wrench. To prevent damage, cover the tip of the wrench with a rag.
remove
Slightly loosen the wheel nuts (one turn).
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Turn the tire jack portion 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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WARNING
■Replacing a flat tire
●Do not touch the disc wheels or the area around the brakes immedi-
ately after the vehicle has been driven. After the vehicle has been driven the disc wheels and the area around the brakes will be extremely hot. Touching these areas with hands, feet or other body parts while changing a tire, etc. may result in burns.
●Failure to follow these precautions could cause the wheel nuts to
loosen and the tire to fall off, resulting in death or serious injury.
• Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 76 ft•lbf (103
N•m, 10.5 kgf•m) as soon as possible after changing wheels.
• When installing a tire, only use wheel nuts that have been specifi-
cally designed for that wheel.
• If there are any cracks or deformations in the bolt screws, nut threads or bolt holes of the wheel, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
• When installing the wheel nuts, be sure to install the wheel nuts with
the tapered ends facing inward. (P. 454)
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Installing the spare tire
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.
Install the spare tire and loosely tighten each wheel nut by hand by approximately the same amount. When replacing an aluminum wheel with a steel wheel (including a compact spare tire), tighten the wheel nuts until the tapered portion comes into loose contact with the disc wheel seat.
Tapered portion
Disc wheel seat
When replacing an aluminum wheel with an aluminum wheel, turn the wheel nuts until the washers come into contact with the disc wheel.
Disc wheel
Washer
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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)
reinstall
inch the wheel
For vehicles with 16 wheels, 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.
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Stowing the flat tire
For vehicles with a 17-inch wheel: Before stowing the flat tire, remove the center wheel ornament by pushing from the reverse side.
Place the flat tire on the deck board, and pass the belt through the lower-right cargo hook and then through the hole in the center of the tire.
Pass the belt through the lower- left cargo hook.
the belt
through the
Pass the buckle and secure tire firmly. Check that the belt is securely held by the buckle. fastened The belt cannot be securely if the buckle is facing the wrong direction.
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■The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE
ONLY” on the tire sidewall. Use the compact spare tire temporarily, and only in an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the compact spare tire.
(P. 557)
■After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (P. 442)
■When using the compact spare tire
As the compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be indicated by the tire pressure warning system. Also, if you replace the compact spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the light remains on.
■When the compact spare tire is equipped
The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire compared to when driving with standard tires.
■If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ice
Install the compact spare tire on one of the rear wheels of the vehicle. Perform the following steps and fit tire chains to the front tires:
Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire. Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of the vehi- cle. Fit tire chains to the front tires.
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WARNING
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that the spare tire provided is specifically designed for use
with your vehicle. Do not use your spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one compact spare tire simultaneously. ●Replace the spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible. ●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shift-
ing operations that cause sudden engine braking.
■When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following sys- tems may not operate correctly: • ABS & Brake assist • VSC • TRAC • Cruise control* • Dynamic radar cruise control*
• Pre-collision system* • EPS • Rear view monitor system* • LDA (Lane Departure Alert)* • Navigation system* *: If equipped ■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact spare tire is installed on the vehicle. The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Fail- ure to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their storage location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a collision or sudden braking. ■When stowing the flat tire
●Make sure the rear seatbacks are in their original position. ●Secure it using a tire tie-down belt. Otherwise, the flat tire may fly out in case of sudden braking or an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
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NOTICE
■Be careful when driving over bumps with the compact spare tire
installed on the vehicle The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire compared to when driving with standard tires. Be careful when driving over uneven road surfaces.
■Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire. Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving performance.
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If the hybrid system will not start
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the situation. Check the following and perform the appropriate procedure:
The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting procedure is being followed. (P. 172) One of the following may be the cause of the problem: ● The electronic key may not be functioning properly.* (P. 534) ● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. (P. 79)
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.* (P. 82) ● There may be a malfunction in the shift control system.*
(P. 175, 490, 503)
● The hybrid system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical prob- lem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. How- ever, depending on the type of malfunction, an interim measure is available to start the hybrid system. (P. 533)
*: It may not be possible to shift the shift position other than P. The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low volume. One of the following may be the cause of the problem: ● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 536) ● The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
(P. 437)
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The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound. One of the following may be the cause of the problem: ● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 536) ● One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be disconnected.
(P. 437)
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown.
Emergency start function When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be used as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the power switch is functioning normally. Do not use this starting procedure except in cases of emergency.
Set the parking brake. Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY mode. Press and hold the power switch for about 15 seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
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If the electronic key does not operate properly
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is interrupted (P. 133) or the electronic key cannot be used because the battery is depleted, the smart key system and wireless remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors can be opened and the hybrid system can be started by following the procedure below.
Locking and unlocking the doors Use the mechanical key (P. 117) in order to perform the following operations:
Locks all the doors Unlocks the door Turning the key rearward unlocks the driver’s door. Turning the key once again within 3 seconds unlocks the other doors.
Starting the hybrid system Depress the brake pedal. Touch the Toyota emblem side of the electronic key to the power switch. If any of the doors is opened or closed while is being touched to the switch, an alarm will sound to indicate that the start function cannot detect the elec- tronic key. Press the power switch within 10 seconds of the buzzer sounding, keeping the brake pedal depressed.
the key
In the event that the hybrid system still cannot be operated, contact your Toyota dealer.
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■Stopping the hybrid system
Set the parking brake, shift the shift position to P and press the power switch as you normally do when stopping the hybrid system.
■Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted. (P. 459)
■Changing power switch modes
Within 10 seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal and press the power switch. The hybrid system does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch is pressed. (P. 174)
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If the 12-volt battery is discharged
The following procedures may be used to start the hybrid sys- tem if the vehicle’s 12-volt battery is discharged. You can also call your Toyota dealer or a qualified repair shop.
If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your vehicle by following the steps below.
Open the hood (P. 419) and fuse box cover. When closing, first hook the lid onto the two rear tabs.
Open the exclusive jump start- ing terminal cover.
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Connect the jumper cables according to the following procedure:
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Connect a positive jumper cable clamp to the exclusive jump starting terminal on your vehicle. Connect the clamp on the other end of the positive cable to the positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle. Connect a negative cable clamp to the negative (-) battery termi- nal on the second vehicle. Connect the clamp at the other end of the negative cable to a solid, stationary, unpainted metallic point away from the exclusive jump starting terminal and any moving parts, as shown in the illustration.
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5 minutes to recharge the 12-volt battery of your vehicle. Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start the hybrid system of your vehicle by turning the power switch to ON mode.
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Make sure the “READY” indicator comes on. If the indicator light does not come on, contact your Toyota dealer. Once the hybrid system has started, remove the jumper cables in the exact reverse order from which they were connected. Close the exclusive jump starting terminal cover, and reinstall the fuse box cover to its original position. When installing, first hook the fuse box cover onto the two rear tabs.
Once the hybrid system starts, have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
■Starting the hybrid system when the 12-volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid system is off. ●Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running
at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
■When the 12-volt battery is removed or discharged
●The hybrid system may not start. (P. 438) ●If the 12-volt battery discharges while the shift position is in P, it may not be possible to shift the shift position to other positions. In this case, the vehicle cannot be towed without lifting both front wheels because the front wheels will be locked. (P. 482)
●When the 12-volt battery is reconnected, start the hybrid system and con- firm that the shift position can be changed to each position using the shift position indicator.
■Charging the 12-volt battery
The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery will discharge gradually even when the vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of certain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the 12-volt battery may discharge, and the hybrid system may be unable to start. (The 12-volt battery recharges automatically while the hybrid system is operating.)
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WARNING
■Avoiding 12-volt battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam- mable gas that may be emitted from the 12-volt battery: ●Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is not unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal. ●Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” termi- nal to come into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area, such as brackets or unpainted metal.
●Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.
●Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the 12-volt battery.
■12-volt battery precautions
The 12-volt battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following precautions when handling the 12-volt battery: ●When working with the 12-volt battery, always wear safety glasses and take care not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing or the vehicle body.
●Do not lean over the 12-volt battery. ●In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention. Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention can be received.
●Always wash your hands after handling the 12-volt battery support, termi-
nals, and other battery-related parts.
●Do not allow children near the 12-volt battery.
■After recharging the 12-volt battery
Have the 12-volt battery inspected at your Toyota dealer as soon as possi- ble. If the 12-volt battery is deteriorating, continued use may cause the 12-volt battery to emit a malodorous gas, which may be detrimental to the health of passengers.
■When replacing the 12-volt battery
P. 439
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NOTICE
■When handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper cables, ensure that they do not become entan- gled in the cooling fans, etc.
■To prevent damaging the vehicle
The exclusive jump starting terminal is to be used when charging the 12-volt battery from another vehicle in an emergency. It cannot be used to jump start another vehicle.
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If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating. ● The high coolant temperature warning light (P. 491) comes on or flashes, or a loss of hybrid system power is experienced. (For example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)
● Vehicles without multi-information display: The hybrid system
overheat warning light (P. 491) comes on.
● Vehicles with multi-information display: The warning message indicating overheat is shown on the multi-information display. (P. 505)
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
Correction procedures ■ If the high coolant temperature warning light comes on or
flashes
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning system, and then stop the hybrid system. If you see steam: Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides. If you do not see steam: Carefully lift the hood. After the hybrid system has cooled down sufficiently, inspect the hoses and radiator core (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator Cooling fans If a large amount of coolant leaks, immediately contact your Toyota dealer.
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The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir “FULL” line “LOW” line
Add coolant if necessary. Water can be used in an emer- gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the hybrid system and turn the air conditioning system on to check that the radiator cooling fans operate and to check for coolant leaks from the radiator or hoses. The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immedi- ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking the fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air con- ditioning system on and off repeatedly. (The fans may not operate in freezing temperatures.) If the fans are not operating: Stop the hybrid system immediately and contact your Toyota dealer. If the fans are operating: Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer.
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■ If the hybrid system overheat warning light comes on or the warning message indicating overheat is shown on the multi- information display
Stop the vehicle in a safe place. Stop the hybrid system and carefully lift the hood. After the hybrid system has cooled down, inspect the hoses and radiator core (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator Cooling fans If a large amount of coolant leaks, immediately contact your Toyota dealer.
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “F” and “L” lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir “F” line “L” line
Add coolant if necessary. Water can be used in an emer- gency if coolant is unavailable. If water was added in an emer- gency, vehicle inspected at your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
have
the
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After stopping the hybrid system and waiting for 5 minutes or more, start the hybrid system and check for the instrument clus- ter or multi-information display. If the hybrid system overheat warning light does not turn off or the message does not disappear: Stop the hybrid system and contact your Toyota dealer. If the hybrid system overheat warning light does not come on or the message is not displayed: The hybrid system temperature has dropped and the vehicle may be driven normally. However, if the warning light comes on again frequently or the message appears again frequently, contact your Toyota dealer.
WARNING
■When inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns. ●If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot.
●After the hybrid system has been turned off, check that the indicator on the
power switch and the “READY” indicator are off. When the hybrid system is operating, the gasoline engine may automati- cally start, or the cooling fan may suddenly operate even if the gasoline engine stops. Do not touch or approach rotating parts such as the fan, which may lead to fingers or clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) getting caught, resulting in serious injury.
●Do not loosen the coolant reservoir cap while the hybrid system and radia-
tor are hot. High temperature steam or coolant could spray out.
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NOTICE
■When adding engine/power control unit coolant
Add coolant slowly after the hybrid system has cooled down sufficiently. Adding cool coolant to a hot hybrid system too quickly can cause damage to the hybrid system.
■To prevent damage to the cooling system
Observe the following precautions: ●Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust
etc.).
●Do not use any coolant additive.
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If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Set the parking brake and shift the shift position to P. Stop the hybrid system. Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the stuck tire. Place wood, stones or some other material under the tires to help provide traction. Restart the hybrid system. Shift the shift position to D or R, release the parking brake and carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Press
to turn off TRAC. (P. 246)
Vehicles without multi-infor-
mation display
Vehicles with multi-informa-
tion display
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WARNING
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surrounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people. The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme caution.
■When changing the shift position
Be careful not to change the shift position with the accelerator pedal depressed. Changing the shift position to any positions other than P or N may cause the vehicle to accelerate abruptly, causing an accident and resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damage to the hybrid transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more
than necessary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.
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Vehicle specifications
9-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.).......... 550
Fuel information ................ 559
Tire information ................. 562
9-2. Customization
9-3.
Customizable features ...... 573
Initialization
Items to initialize ............... 581
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Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weight
182.9 in. (4645 mm)
182.3 in. (4630 mm)*1
69.9 in. (1775 mm)
62.0 in. (1575 mm)*3
63.0 in. (1600 mm)*4
109.4 in. (2780 mm)
60.6 in. (1540 mm)*5
60.2 in. (1530 mm)*6
60.8 in. (1545 mm)*5
60.4 in. (1535 mm)*6
885 lb. (400 kg)
Overall length
Overall width
Overall height*2
Wheelbase
Tread
Front
Rear
Vehicle capacity weight (Occupants + luggage)
*1: Grade 2 only *2: Unladen vehicle *3: Vehicles without panoramic roof *4: Vehicles with panoramic roof *5: Vehicles with 16-inch tires *6: Vehicles with 17-inch tires
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Vehicle identification ■ Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle. This number is stamped on the top left of the instrument panel.
This number is also on the Cer- tification label.
This number is also stamped under the right-hand front seat.
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■ Engine number
The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown.
Engine
Model Type Bore and stroke Displacement Valve clearance
Fuel
Fuel type Octane Rating Fuel tank capacity (Reference)
1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FXE) 4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, gasoline 3.17 3.48 in. (80.5 88.3 mm) 109.7 cu.in. (1798 cm3) Automatic adjustment
Unleaded gasoline only 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher
11.9 gal. (45 L, 9.9 Imp.gal.)
Electric motor (traction motor)
Type Maximum output Maximum torque
Permanent magnet motor 60 kW 153 ft•lbf (207 N•m, 21.1 kgf•m)
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Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Type Voltage Capacity Quantity Overall voltage
Lubrication system
Oil capacity (Drain and refill — reference*) With filter Without filter
Nickel-Metal hydride battery 7.2 V/module 6.5 Ah (3HR) 28 modules 201.6 V
4.4 qt. (4.2 L, 3.7 Imp.qt.) 4.1 qt. (3.9 L, 3.4 Imp.qt.)
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn off the hybrid system, wait more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick.
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9-1. Specifications
■ Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy
the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice
for good fuel economy and
good starting in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available,
SAE 5W-20 oil may be used.
However, it must be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which
allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow
for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.