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The SRS airbags may malfunction or deploy (inflate) accidentally, causing death or serious injury. ●Installation, removal, disassembly and repair of the SRS airbags ●Repairs, modifications, removal or replacement of the steering wheel, instrument panel, dashboard, seats or seat upholstery, front, side and rear pillars or roof side rails
●Repairs or modifications of the front fender, front bumper, or side of the
occupant compartment
●Installation of a grille guard (bull bars, kangaroo bar, etc.), snow plows,
winches or roof luggage carrier
●Modifications to the vehicle's suspension system ●Installation of electronic devices such as mobile two-way radios or CD
players
●Modifications to your vehicle for a person with a physical disability
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1-9. Safety information Front passenger occupant classification system
Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classifica- tion system. This system detects the conditions of the front passen- ger seat and activates or deactivates the devices for the front passenger.
Seat belt reminder light “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light “AIR BAG ON” indicator light SRS warning light
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Conditions and operation of the front passenger occupant classification system ■ Adult*1
Indicator/
warning light
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights
SRS warning light
Seat belt reminder light Front passenger airbag
Devices
Side airbag on the front passenger seat
Curtain shield airbag in the front
passenger side
Front passenger's seat belt pretensioner
■ Child*3 or child restraint system*4
Indicator/
warning light
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights
SRS warning light
Seat belt reminder light Front passenger airbag
Devices
Side airbag on the front passenger seat
Curtain shield airbag in the front
passenger side
Front passenger's seat belt pretensioner
“AIR BAG
ON” Off
Flashing*2
Activated
“AIR BAG OFF”*5
Off
Flashing*2
Deactivated
Activated
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■ Unoccupied
Indicator/
warning light
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights
SRS warning light
Seat belt reminder light Front passenger airbag
Devices
Side airbag on the front passenger seat
Curtain shield airbag in the front
passenger side
Not illumi-
nated
Off
Deactivated
Activated
Front passenger's seat belt pretensioner Deactivated
■ There is a malfunction in the system
Indicator/
warning light
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights
SRS warning light
Seat belt reminder light Front passenger airbag
Devices
Side airbag on the front passenger seat
Curtain shield airbag in the front
passenger side
Front passenger's seat belt pretensioner
“AIR BAG
OFF” On On
Deactivated
Activated
*1: The system judges a person of adult size as an adult. When a smaller adult sits in the front passenger seat, the system may rec- ognize him/her as a child depending on his/her physique and pos- ture.
*2: In the event the front passenger does not wear a seat belt. *3: When a larger child who has outgrown a child restraint system sits in the front passenger seat, the system may recognize him/ her as an adult depending on his/her physique or posture.
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*4: Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on the front pas- senger seat. A forward-facing child restraint system should only be installed on the front passenger seat when it is unavoidable. (P. 172)
*5: In case the indicator light is not illuminated, consult this manual
on how to install the child restraint system properly. (P. 176)
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CAUTION
■Front passenger occupant classification system precautions
Observe the following precautions regarding the front passenger occupant classification system. Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury. ●Wear the seat belt properly. ●Make sure the front passenger's seat belt plate has not been left inserted
into the buckle before someone sits in the front passenger seat.
●Make sure the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is not illuminated when using the seat belt extender for the front passenger seat. If the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated, disconnect the extender tongue from the seat belt buckle, and reconnect the seat belt. Reconnect the seat belt extender after making sure the “AIR BAG ON” indicator light is illuminated. If you use the seat belt extender while the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illumi- nated, the front passenger airbag and side airbag on the front passenger side may not activate correctly, which could cause death or serious injury in the event of a collision.
●Do not apply a heavy load to the front passenger seat or equipment (e.g.
seatback pocket).
●Do not put weight on the front passenger seat by putting your hands or
feet on the front passenger seat seatback from the rear seat.
●Do not let a rear passenger lift the front passenger seat with their feet or
press on the seatback with their legs.
●Do not put objects under the front passenger seat. ●Do not recline the front passenger seatback so far that it touches a rear seat. This may cause the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light to be illuminated, which indicates that the passenger's airbags will not deploy in the event of a severe accident. If the seatback touches the rear seat, return the seat- back to a position where it does not touch the rear seat. Keep the front passenger seatback as upright as possible when the vehicle is moving. Reclining the seatback excessively may lessen the effectiveness of the seat belt system.
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CAUTION
■Front passenger occupant classification system precautions
●If an adult sits in the front passenger seat, the “AIR BAG ON” indicator light is illuminated. If the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator is illuminated, ask the passenger to sit up straight, well back in the seat, feet on the floor, and with the seat belt worn correctly. If the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator still remains illuminated, either ask the passenger to move to the rear seat, or if that is not possible, move the front passenger seat fully rearward.
●When it is unavoidable to install a forward-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat, install the child restraint system on the front pas- senger seat in the proper order. (P. 176)
●Do not modify or remove the front seats. ●Do not kick the front passenger seat or subject it to severe impact. Other- wise, the SRS warning light may come on to indicate a malfunction of the detection system. In this case, contact your Toyota dealer immediately.
●Child restraint systems installed on the rear seat should not contact the
front seatbacks.
●Do not use a seat accessory, such as a cushion and seat cover, that cov-
ers the seat cushion surface.
●Do not modify or replace the upholstery of the front seat.
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1-9. Safety information Child restraint systems
A child restraint system for a small child or baby must itself be prop- erly restrained on the seat with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt. The laws of all 50 states of the U.S.A. now require the use of child restraint systems.
Points to remember
Studies have shown that installing a child restraint on a rear seat is much safer than installing one on the front passenger seat. ● Choose a child restraint system that suits your vehicle and is
appropriate to the age and size of the child.
● For installation details, follow the instructions provided with the
child restraint system. General installation instructions are provided in this manual. (P. 176)
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Types of child restraints
Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types according to the age and size of the child: Rear facing Infant seat/convertible seat
Forward facing Convertible seat
Booster seat
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■Selecting an appropriate child restraint system
●Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child until the child
becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt.
●If the child is too large for a child restraint system, sit the child on a rear
seat and use the vehicle's seat belt. (P. 131)
CAUTION
■Child restraint precautions
●For effective protection in automobile accidents and sudden stops, a child must be properly restrained, using a seat belt or child restraint system depending on the age and size of the child. Holding a child in your arms is not a substitute for a child restraint system. In an accident, the child can be crushed against the windshield, or between you and the vehicle's interior. ●Toyota strongly urges the use of a proper child restraint system that con- forms to the size of the child, installed on the rear seat. According to acci- dent statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.
●Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on the front passenger
seat even if the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated. In the event of an accident, the force of the rapid inflation of the front pas- senger airbag can cause death or serious injury to the child if the rear-fac- ing child restraint system is installed on the front passenger seat.
●A forward-facing child restraint system may be installed on the front pas- senger seat only when it is unavoidable. A child restraint system that requires a top tether strap should not be used in the front passenger seat since there is no top tether strap anchor for the front passenger seat. Adjust the seatback as upright as possible and always move the seat as far back as possible even if the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illumi- nated, because the front passenger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force. Otherwise, the child may be killed or seriously injured.
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CAUTION
■Child restraint precautions
●Do not use the seat belt extender when installing a child restraint system on the front or rear passenger seat. If installing a child restraint system with the seat belt extender connected to the seat belt, the seat belt will not securely hold the child restraint system, which could cause death or seri- ous injury to the child or other passengers in the event of a sudden stop, sudden swerve or accident.
●Do not allow the child to lean his/her head or any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front and rear pillars or roof side rails from which the SRS side airbags or SRS curtain shield airbags deploy even if the child is seated in the child restraint system. It is dangerous if the SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags inflate, and the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child.
●Make sure you have complied with all installation instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and that the system is properly secured. If it is not secured properly, it may cause death or serious injury to the child in the event of a sudden stop, sudden swerve or an accident.
■When children are in the vehicle
Do not allow children to play with the seat belt. If the seat belt becomes twisted around a child’s neck, it may lead to choking or other serious injuries that could result in death. If this occurs and the buckle cannot be unfastened, scissors should be used to cut the belt.
■When the child restraint system is not in use
●Keep the child restraint system properly secured on the seat even if it is
not in use. Do not store the child restraint system unsecured in the passenger com- partment.
●If it is necessary to detach the child restraint system, remove it from the vehicle or store it securely in the luggage compartment. This will prevent it from injuring passengers in the event of a sudden stop, sudden swerve or accident.
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1-9. Safety information Installing child restraints
Follow the child restraint system manufacturer's instructions. Firmly secure child restraints to the seats using the LATCH anchors or a seat belt. Attach the top tether strap when installing a child restraint. The lap/shoulder belt can be used if your child restraint system is not compatible with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Chil- dren) system.
Rear outside seats: Child restraint LATCH anchors
LATCH anchors are provided for the rear outside seats. (But- tons displaying the location of the anchors are attached to the seats.)
Seat belts equipped with a child restraint locking mecha- nism (ALR/ELR belts except driver’s seat belt) (P. 134)
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Rear outside seats: Anchor brackets (for top tether strap) An anchor bracket is provided for each outer rear seat.
Rear center seat: Anchor bracket (for top tether strap)
An anchor bracket is provided for the rear center seat.
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Installation with LATCH system (rear outside seats only)
Fold the seatback while pulling the lever. Return the seatback and secure it at the 1st lock posi- tion (most upright position). Adjust the seatback to the 7th lock position. (P. 121)
1st lock position 7th lock position
Latch the hooks of the lower straps onto the LATCH anchors. The bars are installed in the clearance between the seat cush- ion and seatback. If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchor.
The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system.
STEP 1
Type A
STEP 2
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STEP 2
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the buckles onto
Latch LATCH anchors.
the
The bars are installed in the clearance between the seat cush- ion and seatback. If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchor.
The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system.
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Installing child restraints using a seat belt (child restraint lock function belt)
■ Rear facing Infant seat/convertible seat
Place the child restraint system on the rear seat facing the rear of the vehicle.
Run the seat belt through the child restraint system and insert the plate into the buckle. Make sure that the belt is not twisted.
then allow
Fully extend the shoulder belt and to retract slightly in order to activate the ALR lock mode.
it
Lock mode allows the seat belt to retract only.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
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While pushing the child restraint system down into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child restraint system is securely in place.
After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended.
■ Forward facing Convertible seat
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
Place the child restraint system on the seat facing the front of the vehicle.
Run the seat belt through the child restraint system and insert the plate into the buckle. Make sure that the belt is not twisted.
it
then allow
Fully extend the shoulder strap and to retract slightly into the ALR lock mode. Lock mode allows the seat belt to retract only.
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STEP 4
While pushing the child restraint system into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child restraint system is securely in place.
After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended. If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchor. (P. 183)
STEP 5
■ Booster seat
STEP 1
Place the child restraint system on the seat facing the front of the vehicle.
STEP 2
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Sit the child in the child restraint system. Fit the seat belt to the child restraint system according to the manufacturer's instruc- tions and insert the plate into the buckle. Make sure that the belt is not twisted.
Check that the shoulder belt is correctly positioned over the child's shoulder and that the lap belt is as low as possible. (P. 131)
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Removing a child restraint installed with a seat belt
Push the buckle release button and fully retract the seat belt.
Child restraint systems with a top tether strap (rear seats only)
■ Outside seats
STEP 1
Remove the head restraint.
STEP 2
Slide the seats forward slightly if it is in the rear-most position.
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STEP 3 Front of vehicle
Secure the child restraint using the seat belt. Latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top tether strap.
Make sure the top tether strap is securely latched.
STEP 4
Replace the head restraint.
STEP 5
Move the seats to the rear-most lock position.
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Open the anchor bracket cover. Secure the child restraint using the seat belt. Latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top tether strap.
Make sure the top tether strap is securely latched.
■Laws and regulations pertaining to anchorages
The LATCH system conforms to FMVSS225 or CMVSS210.2. Child restraint systems conforming to FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specifica- tions can be used. This vehicle is designed to conform to SAE J1819.
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CAUTION
■When installing a booster seat
Do not fully extend the shoulder belt to prevent the belt from going to ALR lock mode. (P. 134) ALR mode causes the belt to tighten only which could cause injury or dis- comfort to the child.
■When installing a child restraint system
Follow the directions given in the child restraint system installation manual and fix the child restraint system securely in place. If the child restraint system is not correctly fixed in place, the child or other passengers may be seriously injured or even killed in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.
●If the driver's seat interferes with the child restraint system and prevents it from being attached correctly, attach the child restraint system to the right- hand rear seat.
●Adjust the front passenger seat or rear seats so that it does not interfere with the child restraint system.
●Only put a forward-facing or booster child seat on the front seat when unavoidable. When installing a forward- facing or booster child seat on the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible even if “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated. Fail- ing to do so may result in death or seri- ous injury if the airbags deploy (inflate).
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CAUTION
■When installing a child restraint system
●When installing a child restraint system in the rear center seat, adjust both seat cushions to the same position and align seatbacks at the same angle. Otherwise, the child restraint system cannot be securely restrained and this may cause death or serious injuries in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.
●When using the LATCH anchors for a child restraint system, move the seat as far back as possible (rear seat only), with the seatback close to the child restraint system.
●When a booster seat is installed, always ensure that the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of the child's shoulder. The belt should be kept away from the child's neck, but not so that it could fall off the child's shoulder. Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.
●Ensure that the belt and tab are securely locked and the seat belt is not
twisted.
●Shake the child restraint system left and right, and forward and backward
to ensure that it has been securely installed.
●After securing a child restraint system, never adjust the seat. ●Follow all installation instructions provided by the child restraint system
manufacturer.
■Do not use a seat belt extender
If a seat belt extender is used when installing a child restraint system, the seat belt will not securely hold the child restraint system, which could cause death or serious injury to the child or other passengers in the event of sud- den braking, sudden swerving or an accident.
■To correctly attach a child restraint system to the anchors
When using the LATCH anchors, be sure that there are no foreign objects around the anchors and that the seat belt is not caught behind the child restraint. Make sure the child restraint system is securely attached, or it may cause death or serious injury to the child or other passengers in the event of a sudden stop, sudden swerve or accident.
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Utility vehicle precautions .................... 258
Cargo and luggage .......... 263
Vehicle load limits ............ 267
Winter driving tips ............ 268
Trailer towing ................... 273
Dinghy towing .................. 274Driving the vehicle............ 190
Power switch.................... 200
Transmission.................... 206
Turn signal lever .............. 215
Parking brake................... 216
Horn ................................. 2172-2.
Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 218
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 223
Multi-information display............................ 2272-3. Operating the lights and
wipers Headlight switch............... 234
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 238
Rear window wiper and washer ........................... 2412-4. Using other driving
systems Cruise control................... 243
Rear view monitor system ........................... 247
Driving assist systems ..... 251
Hill-start assist control...... 256189
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv- ing. ■ Starting the EV system
P. 200
■ DrivingSTEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
With the brake pedal depressed, select the D position. (P. 206) Check that the shift position indicator shows D. Release the parking brake. (P. 216) Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
■ Stopping
STEP 1
STEP 2
Depress the brake pedal. If necessary, set the parking brake. When the vehicle is stopped for an extended period of time, push the P position switch. (P. 209)
■ Parking the vehicle
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
Depress the brake pedal until the vehicle comes to a com- plete stop. Set the parking brake. (P. 216) Push the P position switch. (P. 209) Check that the shift position indicator shows P. Press the “POWER” switch to stop the EV system. Lock the door, making sure that you have the electronic key on your person.
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Starting on a steep uphill
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
Firmly set the parking brake with the brake pedal depressed, and then shift the shift position to D. Slowly release the brake pedal and gently depress the accel- erator pedal. Release the parking brake.
■Driving in the rain
●Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the
windows may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.
●Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be
especially slippery.
●Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain, because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road surface, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.
■Breaking in your new Toyota
To extend the life of the vehicle, observing the following precautions is rec- ommended: ●For the first 200 miles (300 km):
Avoid sudden stops.
●For the first 1000 miles (1600 km):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds. • Avoid sudden acceleration. • Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.
■Drum-in-disc type parking brake system
Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system. This type of brake system needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodi- cally or whenever the parking brake shoes and/or drum are replaced. Have your Toyota dealer perform the bedding down operation.
■Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws.
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■For efficient use
●Shift the shift position to D when driving.
In the N position, energy cannot be regenerated during deceleration.
●Drive your vehicle smoothly.
Avoid abrupt acceleration and deceleration.
●Avoid repeated acceleration.
Repeated acceleration consumes traction battery energy, resulting in reduced vehicle performance, including driving range.
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CAUTION
■When starting the vehicle
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the EV system operating. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accel-
erator pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal. • Accidentally depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the brake pedal will result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident that could result in death or serious injury.
• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a diffi- culty in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly. • Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the vehicle only slightly. This allows you to depress the brake and acceler- ator pedals properly.
• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency, result- ing in an accident.
●Because there is no engine noise when this vehicle is being driven, pedes-
trians in the vicinity may not notice the vehicle. Even though the vehicle is equipped with the vehicle proximity notification system, drive with care as pedestrians in the vicinity may still not notice the vehicle if the surrounding area is noisy.
●Do not let the vehicle roll backward while the shift position is in a driving
position, or roll forward while the shift position is in R. Doing so may result in an accident or damage to the vehicle. ●Do not shift the shift position to P while the vehicle is moving.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Do not shift the shift position to R while the vehicle is moving forward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control.
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CAUTION
●Do not shift the shift position to D while the vehicle is moving backward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Shifting the shift position to N while the vehicle is moving will disengage the EV system’s drive-train. Regenerative braking is not available with the EV system disengaged and the transmission may be damaged.
●During normal driving, do not turn off the EV system. Turning the EV sys- tem off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, how- ever, power assist to the steering will be lost. This will make it more difficult to steer smoothly, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. In the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the vehicle in the normal way: P. 479
●Use regenerative braking (shift position B instead of shift position D) to
maintain a safe speed when driving down a steep hill. Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose effectiveness. (P. 207)
●Do not adjust the position of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or
outside rear view mirrors while driving. Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control that can cause accidents, resulting in death or serious injury.
●Always check that all passengers' arms, heads or other parts of their body
are not outside the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit per- mits it, do not drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) unless your vehicle has high- speed capability tires. Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may result in tire failure, loss of control and possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to determine whether the tires on your vehicle are high-speed capability tires or not before driving at such speeds.
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CAUTION
■When driving on slippery road surfaces
●Sudden braking, acceleration and steering may cause tire slippage and
reduce your ability to control the vehicle, resulting in an accident.
●Sudden shifting between D and B position may accelerate or slow the
vehicle and cause the vehicle to skid, resulting in an accident.
●After driving through a puddle, lightly depress the brake pedal to make sure that the brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent the brakes from functioning properly. If the brakes on only one side are wet and not functioning properly, steering control may be affected, resulting in an accident.
■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. After changing the shift position, make sure to confirm the current shift posi- tion displayed on the shift position indicator inside the meter.
■If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear limit indica-
tors) Have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Rotor damage may result if the pads are not replaced when needed. It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads and/or those of the brake discs are exceeded.
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CAUTION
■When the vehicle is stopped
●Do not depress the accelerator pedal unnecessarily.
If the vehicle is in any shift position other than P or N, the vehicle may accelerate suddenly and unexpectedly, causing an accident.
●Do not leave the vehicle with the EV system on for a long time. ●In order to prevent accidents due to the vehicle rolling away, always keep depressing the brake pedal while the “READY” indicator is on. Apply the parking brake as necessary.
●If the vehicle is stopped on an incline, in order to prevent accidents caused by the vehicle rolling forward or backward, always depress the brake pedal and securely apply the parking brake as needed.
■When the vehicle is parked
●Make sure to firmly apply the parking brake and select the P position.
Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move, or the vehicle to acceler- ate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed. Also, when leaving the vehicle, make sure to turn off the EV system and lock the vehi- cle. Sound or shuddering may not be noticed even when the electric vehicle is ready to drive (when the “READY” indicator is illuminated).
●Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink cans in
the vehicle when it is in the sun. Doing so may result in the following: • Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter or spray can, and may lead to a
fire.
• The temperature inside the vehicle may cause the plastic lenses and
plastic material of glasses to deform or crack.
• Soft drink cans may fracture, causing the contents to spray over the interior of the vehicle, and may also cause a short circuit in the vehi- cle's electrical components.
●Do not leave cigarette lighters in the vehicle. If a cigarette lighter is in a place such as the glove box or on the floor, it may be lit accidentally when luggage is loaded or the seat is adjusted, causing a fire.
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CAUTION
●Do not attach adhesive discs to the windshield or windows. Do not place containers such as air fresheners on the instrument panel or dashboard. Adhesive discs or containers may act as lenses, causing a fire in the vehi- cle.
●Do not leave a door or window open if the curved glass is coated with a metallized film such as a silver-colored one. Reflected sunlight may cause the glass to act as a lens, causing a fire.
■When taking a nap in the vehicle
Always turn the EV system off. Otherwise, you may accidentally move the shift position or depress the accelerator pedal.
■When braking the vehicle
●When the brakes are wet, drive more cautiously.
Braking distance increases when the brakes are wet, and may cause one side of the vehicle to brake differently than the other side. Also the parking brake may not securely hold the vehicle.
●If the electronically controlled brake system does not operate, do not fol- low other vehicles closely and avoid hills or sharp turns that require brak- ing. In this case, braking is still possible, but the brake pedal should be depressed more firmly than usual. Also, the braking distance will increase. Have your brakes fixed immediately.
●The brake system consists of 2 or more individual hydraulic systems; if one of the systems fails, the other(s) will still operate. In this case, the brake pedal should be depressed more firmly than usual and the braking distance will increase. Have your brakes fixed immediately.
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NOTICE
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during
driving, as this may restrain driving torque.
●Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake
pedals together to hold the vehicle on a hill.
■Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for
an extended period of time. Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
●When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering wheel firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle. ●It may be difficult to control your vehicle ●The vehicle will make abnormal sounds ●The vehicle will behave abnormally Information on what to do in case of a flat tire (P. 447)
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NOTICE
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause the following serious damage to the vehicle. ●Short in electrical components ●Traction battery damage caused by water immersion In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following. ●Brake function ●Changes in quantity and quality of transmission fluid and so forth. ●Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
●If the P position control system is damaged by flooding, it may not be pos- sible to shift the shift position to P, or from P to other positions. When the shift position cannot be changed from P to any other position, the front wheels will lock, and moving the vehicle with the front wheels on the ground will not be possible. In this case, move the vehicle with both front wheels or all four wheels lifted.
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Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on your person starts the EV system or changes “POWER” switch modes. ■ Starting the EV system
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
Check that the charging cable is disconnected. (P. 73) Check that the parking brake is set. Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal. The “POWER” switch indicator turns green. When the shift position is in N, the EV system cannot start. Push the P position switch when starting the EV system.
STEP 4
Press the “POWER” switch.
Continue depressing the brake pedal until the EV system is completely started. The EV system can be started from any “POWER” switch mode. After a the “READY” indicator comes on with a beep sound.
few seconds,
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■ Stopping the EV system
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
Depress the brake pedal until the vehicle comes to a com- plete stop. Set the parking brake. (P. 216)
Push the P position switch to shift into P. (P. 209)
Check that the shift position indicator on instrument cluster shows P. (P. 223)
the
STEP 4
STEP 5
Press the “POWER” switch. The EV system will stop, and the meter display will turn off (the shift position indicator will turn off a few seconds after the meter display). Slowly release the brake pedal and check that the indicator on the “POWER” switch is off.
If you stop the EV system without setting the shift position to P, the shift position will be changed to P automatically. You can also change the shift position to P by pushing the P position switch.
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■ Changing “POWER” switch mode
Modes can be changed by pressing the “POWER” switch with the brake pedal released. (The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.)
Off The emergency flashers can be used. ACCESSORY mode Some electrical components such as the audio system can be used. The “POWER” switch indicator turns amber. ON mode All electrical components can be used. The “POWER” switch indicator turns amber.
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■Auto power off function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than an hour with the shift position in P, the “POWER” switch will automatically turn off.
■Sounds and vibrations specific to a electric vehicle
P. 30
■Electronic key battery depletion
P. 106
■Auto P position function
●If the “POWER” switch is pressed while the EV system is operating and the vehicle is at a complete stop, the “POWER” switch will be turned to OFF, then the shift position will be automatically switched to P. When turning the “POWER” switch to off while the shift position is not set to P, operate the “POWER” switch while pushing down fully on the brake pedal. Then, release the brake pedal after confirming that the shift posi- tion indicator on the instrument cluster shows P.
●If the auto P position function is malfunctioning, it may not be possible to turn the “POWER” switch to off. In this event, the “POWER” switch can be turned to off after applying the parking brake. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
■When the ambient temperature is low, such as during winter driving
conditions Driving power may be limited due to traction battery temperature being low. Follow the instructions on the meter display. If the vehicle has been parked for a long time in low ambient temperatures, it may be necessary to plug in the vehicle to warm-up and charge the traction battery before driving.
■When the P position control system malfunctions
The “POWER” switch will not be able to be turned off. In such a case, the switch can be turned off after applying the parking brake. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
■Conditions affecting operation
P. 104
■Note for the entry function
P. 105
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■If the EV system does not start
●The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 149)
Contact your Toyota dealer.
●The charging cable may be connected to the vehicle. (P. 82)
■When the steering lock cannot be released
The green indicator light on the “POWER” switch will flash and a message will be shown on the multi-information display. Press the “POWER” switch again while turning the steering wheel left and right.
■When the “POWER” switch indicator flashes in amber
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
■If the “READY” indicator does not come on
If the “READY” indicator does not come on when you press the “POWER” switch with the shift position in P and the brake pedal pressed, contact your Toyota dealer immediately.
■If the EV system is malfunctioning
P. 428
■When the electronic key battery is discharged
P. 383
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CAUTION
■When starting the EV system
Always start the EV system while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the accelerator pedal while starting the EV system under any circumstances. Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■Stopping the EV system in an emergency
If you want to stop the EV system in an emergency while driving the vehicle, press and hold the “POWER” switch for more than 2 seconds, or press it briefly 3 times or more in succession. (P. 479) However, do not touch the “POWER” switch while driving except in an emer- gency. Turning the EV system off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, however, power assist to the steering will be lost. This will make it more difficult to steer smoothly, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the “POWER” switch in ACCESSORY or ON mode for long periods of time without the EV system on.
■When starting the EV system
●Do not depress the accelerator pedal unnecessarily. ●If the EV system becomes difficult to start, have your vehicle checked by
your Toyota dealer immediately.
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Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions. ■ Shifting the shift lever
Shift lever
Operate the shift lever gently and ensure correct shifting operation. When shifting to D or R positions, move the shift lever along the shift gate.
To shift to N position, slide the shift lever to the left and hold it. The shift position will change to N. Shifting to B is only possible when shift position D is selected.
The shift lever always returns to this original position after a shifting operation.
When shifting from P to N, D or R; from D to R; or from R to D, ensure that the brake pedal is being depressed and the vehicle is stationary.
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Shift position indicator The position of the frame on the shift position indicator changes in accordance with the current shift position. When a shift position other than D or B is selected, the arrow toward B and B position indicator disappear from the shift position indicator.
When selecting the shift position, make sure that the shift position has been changed to the desired position by checking the shift position indicator provided on the instrument panel. ■ Shift position purpose
Shift position
Function
Parking the vehicle/starting the EV system
Reversing Neutral
Normal driving
Applying regenerative braking when driving down
hills or on steep slopes
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By increasing the motor's out- put when compared to normal mode, the vehicle's accelera- tion power and maximum speed is increased. This mode provides a more dynamic driv- ing experience.
When the SPORT mode button is pressed, the SPORT mode indicator comes on and a mes- sage is shown on the multi- information display. When the SPORT mode button is pressed again: the indicator turns off, the message “Sport Driving Mode Deactivated Max Vehicle Speed Decreased” is shown on the multi-informa- tion display and normal mode is returned to.
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■ SPORT mode
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P position switch
■ When shifting the shift position to P
Fully stop the vehicle and set the parking brake, and then press the P position switch.
the shift position
When is changed to P, the indicator on the P position switch illuminates. Check that the shift position indi- cator on the instrument cluster shows P.
■ Shifting the shift position from P to other positions
● While depressing the brake pedal firmly, operate the shift lever. If the shift lever is operated without depressing the brake pedal, the buzzer will sound and the shifting operation will be disabled. ● When selecting a shift position, make sure that the shift position has been changed to the desired position by checking the shift position indicator provided on the instrument cluster.
● The shift position cannot be changed from P to B directly.
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■For the shift positions
●When the “POWER” switch is off, the shift position cannot be changed. ●When the “POWER” switch is in ON mode (the EV system is not operat- ing), the shift position can only be changed to N. The shift position will be changed to N even if the shift lever is shifted to D or R and held in that position.
●When the “READY” indicator is on, the shift position can be changed
from P to D, N or R.
●When the “READY” indicator is flashing, the shift position cannot be changed from P to another position even if the shift lever is operated. Wait until the “READY” indicator changes from a flashing to a solid light, and then operate the shift lever again.
●The shift position can only be changed to B directly from D. In addition, if the shift position is changed in any of the following situations, the buzzer will sound and the shifting operation will be disabled or the shift position will automatically change to N. When this happens, select an appro- priate shift position. ● Situations where the shifting operation will be disabled:
• When the shift position is changed from P to another position while the
charging cable is connected to the vehicle.
• When the shift position is changed from P to another position without
depressing the brake pedal.
• When the shift position is changed from P or N to B.
● Situations where the shift position will automatically change to N: • When the P position switch is pressed while the vehicle is running.*1
• When shift position R is selected when the vehicle is moving forward.*2
• When shift position D is selected when the vehicle is moving in reverse.*3
• When the shift position is changed from R to B. *1: Shift position may be changed to P when driving at extremely lowspeeds.
*2: Shift position may be changed to R when driving at low speeds. *3: Shift position may be changed to D when driving at low speeds.
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■Reverse warning buzzer
When shifting into R, a buzzer will sound to inform the driver that the shift position is in R.
■Automatically P position selection function
When the “POWER” switch is in ON mode while the shift position is in a position other than P and the vehicle is stopped completely, pressing the “POWER” switch will cause the automatic P position selection function to operate together with the “POWER” switch being turned to off.
■If the shift position cannot be shifted from P
There is a possibility that the 12-volt battery is discharged. Check the 12-volt battery in this situation. (P. 470)
■Using regenerative braking
When shift position D or B is selected, releasing the accelerator pedal will apply regenerative braking. The vehicle can be accelerated even when shift position B is selected. If the brake pedal is depressed very quickly after the accelerator pedal is released, the amount of regenerated energy displayed on the EV system indicator (P. 221) may be less than expected. This is not a malfunction, and will probably not feel any different than usual. The amount of regener- ated energy will return to expected when the brake pedal is released and depressed again.
■If the system malfunctions
The following situations indicate a problem with the system. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. ●All frames of the shift position indicators in the instrument cluster flash. ●The parking system error message appears on the multi-information dis-
play.
●The instrument cluster does not come on when the “POWER” switch is in
ON mode.
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■When sport mode is selected
When sport mode is selected, the “SPORT” indicator will come on and the speed meter circumference ring and some instrument panel lights will turn from blue to red. In some cases, sport mode will not be available. A buzzer will sound and “Sport Driving Mode Not Available” is shown on the multi-information display. If already driving in sport mode, the vehicle will automatically change back to normal mode.
■Alarms
The following table describes circumstances and correction procedures when only alarms sound.
Correction procedure The transmission will not move out of the P position. Depress the brake pedal before attempting to shift again.
The transmission will automatically be set to the N position. Select the appropriate posi- tion.
Alarm
Situation
The driver attempts to shift out of the P position with- out depressing the brake pedal.
The P position switch is pressed while the vehicle is moving. The driver attempts to shift to the R position while the vehicle is in forward motion. The driver attempts to shift to the D position while the vehicle is in rearward motion. The driver attempts to shift to the B position while in the R position.
Interior alarm sounds once
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Correction procedure The transmission will not move out of the P or N position. Select the appropriate position. The transmission will not move out of the P position. Disconnect the charging cable, start the EV system, and shift again.
Alarm
Situation
The driver attempts to shift to the B position while in the P or N position.
The driver attempts to shift from P position to another position during charging.
Interior alarm sounds once
Interior alarm beep sounds and warning message*
If the driver’s door is opened while the transmis- sion is in N, D or B.
Push the P position switch.
*: Follow the warning message displayed.
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CAUTION
■To avoid an accident
Do not hang objects on or attach objects to the shift lever. Doing so may cause the shift lever to move and the shift position to change.
■For the shift lever
Do not remove the shift lever knob or use anything but a genuine Toyota shift lever knob. Also, do not hang anything on the shift lever. Doing so could prevent the shift lever from returning to position, causing unexpected accidents to occur when the vehicle is in motion.
■P position switch
Do not press the P position switch while the vehicle is moving. If the P position switch is pressed when driving at very low speeds (for example, directly before stopping the vehicle), the vehicle may stop sud- denly when the shift position switches to P, which could lead to an accident.
NOTICE
■Situations where P position control system malfunctions are possible If any of the following situations occur, P position control system malfunc- tions are possible. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place on level ground, apply the park- ing brake, and then contact your Toyota dealer. ●When the “P Lock Malfunction” warning message appears on the multi-
information display. (P. 429)
●When the shift position symbols (such as P and R) are extinguished and the frames surrounding the shift position symbols are flashing on the shift position indicator.
●When the shift position indicator remains off.
■Notes regarding shift lever and P position switch operation
Avoid repeatedly operating the shift lever and P position switch in quick suc- cession. The system protection function may activate and it will not be temporarily possible to shift the shift position other than P. If this happens, please wait for a while before attempting to change the shift position again.
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The turn signal lever can be used to show the following intentions of the driver:
Right turn Left turn Lane change to the right (push and hold the lever partway) The right hand signals will flash until you release the lever. left Lane change (push and hold the lever partway) The left hand signals will flash until you release the lever.
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■Turn signals can be operated when The “POWER” switch is in ON mode.
■If the indicators flash faster than usual
Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned out.
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To set the parking brake, fully pull the parking brake lever while depressing the brake pedal. To release the parking brake, slightly raise the lever and lower it completely while pressing the button.
■Parking brake engaged warning buzzer
P. 433
■Usage in winter time
P. 268
NOTICE
■Before driving
Fully release the parking brake. Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake wear.
■When parking the vehicle
Before you leave the vehicle, set the parking brake, push the P position switch and make sure that the vehicle does not move.
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To sound the horn, press on or close to the
mark.
■After adjusting the steering wheel
Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked. The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked. (P. 140)
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The following gauges, meters and displays illuminate when the “POWER” switch is in ON mode.
EV System Indicator Displays the EV system output or regeneration level. SOC (State of Charge) gauge Displays the amount of charge remaining in the traction battery. Driving range Displays an estimated drivable distance according to the climate setting and the amount of charge remaining in the traction battery. (P. 30, 276) Speedometer Displays the vehicle speed. Multi-information display Presents the driver with a variety of driving-related data (P. 227)
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