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ItemPage no.
BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATIONHybrid Synergy Drive System 2Keyless entry4Key fob3Parking & turning OFF the Hybrid System 9Shifting 8Smart Key system (Smart entry and start) 5 6Smart Key unlock functions16Turning the Hybrid System ON7
OVERVIEWRear hatch14Engine maintenance15Fuel tank door opener and cap14Hood release15Indicator symbols12 13Instrument cluster 12
Instrument panel 10 11
FEATURES/OPERATIONSAir Conditioning/Heating20 21Audio22 23AUX audio jack 24Clock24Cruise control21Cup and bottle holders25
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)217Light Control Instrument panel24Lights & turn signals16Luggage storage box24Parking brake25Power outlets25Seat adjustments Front18Seat adjustments Rear18Seats Head restraints18Tilt steering wheel19Window wiper & washer17
Windows 19
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES24 Hour Roadside Assistance29Door locks26Doors Child safety locks 26Emergency flashers27Jump starting28Rear air vent27Seat belts26Seat belts Shoulder belt anchor26Spare tire & tools29Tire Pressure Warning System 27
1Programmable by customer. For dealer programmable
features, please visit your Toyota dealer.
2HomeLink ®
is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
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Master key Ignition key & wireless remote.
Mechanical key Fits into master key and can be
removed to manually lock/unlock driver’ s door only
.
Ignition key slot When inserting, push completely
in. When removing, gently pull, it will be pushed
out by a spring. DO NOT FORCE THE KEY ;if it
cannot be removed, push it all the way in again,
then pull it out.
To remove or replace mechanical key Slide the
lock knob in the direction of the arrow .
Key fob
BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE
OPERATION
Master key
Mechanical key
*
Ignition key
(key fob) slot
*Lock/Unlock the driver’s door only
Slide Pull out
Hybrid Synergy Drive System
•The vehicle has both high voltage DC and AC systemsas well as a 12 volt system. DC and AC high voltage
are both very dangerous and can cause death, severe
burns, electric shock or other serious injuries.
•In order to avoid personal injuries, do not touch, remove or replace high voltage cables which are
colored orange, and/or their connectors, high voltage
parts such as the inverter unit, Hybrid vehicle
battery, etc.
The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer
controlled gasoline engine and electric motor to
provide the most efficient combination of power for
the vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes
are applied, braking force generates electricity
which is then sent to the battery. In addition, the
engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped. The
benefits are better fuel economy, reduced vehicle
emissions and improved performance.
Note: Fuel consumption and energy information of
the Hybrid System are shown on the multi
information display .
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Tips for improved fuel economy
Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels
specified in the Owner's Manual.
Link trips, if possible, to reduce engine cold starts.
Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than
necessary
, especially on the highway.
When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize
regenerative braking energy.
Minimize use of the air conditioning.
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Insert key*.
Depress the brake pedal, and push the “POWER”
button briefly and firmly.
The “READY” light will blink. After a few
seconds, when the light remains ON and a beep
sounds, you may begin driving.
Turning the Hybrid System ON
Without pressing down on the brake pedal
The brake pedal must be depressed to turn the
Hybrid System on. If the brake pedal is not
depressed, pressing “POWER” will change the
operation mode in succession from:
Pressing down on the brake pedal
ACC
IG ON
OFF
Accessories such as radio will operate.
Ignition is on, Hybrid System is not
engaged.
All systems OFF.
*It is not necessary to insert the ignition key (key
fob) if Smart Key system is installed and activated.
Smart Key unlock functions(if equipped)
The Smart Key unlocking function can be
programmed to operate in 3 different modes when
Smart Key is activated. In all modes, grasping the
front passenger door handle will unlock all doors.
To open driver side door only, grasp driver side
handle.
To open all doors, grasp any door handle.
To open driver side door or either back door
independently, grasp the handle.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information
on this feature, and how to change modes.
Smart Key system cancel switch
NOTE: Toconserve battery power, turn the Smart K ey
system “OFF” when not using the vehicle for prolonged
periods of time. For more battery saving information,
refer to the
Owner’s Manual for more details.ON
OFF
Push
Unlocking operation
Front door
NOTE: After unlocking, if a door is not opened
within thirty (30) seconds, all doors will relock for
safety. R
efer to your Owner’s Manual, and the
following section of this guide for Smart Key
unlocking programmable options.
Rear hatch
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While depressing brake pedal, push Park
button above the shift lever, when the vehicle is
at a complete stop.
Push the “POWER” button to turn off the system.
Fully depress the parking brake.
Remove the key fob if inserted.
Information
In instances when the engine starts, and/or on a short
trip after the engine is stopped, the engine water
pump may continue operating for a short time. This is
not a concern, but a standard operation of the vehicle
to ensure optimum performance.
WARNING: If the “POWER” button is held for longer
than 3 seconds while the vehicle is moving, the
Hybrid System will shut off.
Shifting
Park button
Shift lever
Brake pedal must be depressed when shifting to or
from the Park position. If brake is not applied, a
beep will sound and the vehicle cannot be shifted.
NOTE: The shift lever will always return to its
original position after shifting. ALWAYS CONFIRM
SHIFT POSITION BY CHECKING INDICA T
OR SYMBOLS
ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER.
*The engine brake is the equivalent of downshifting.
Shift to “B” when engine braking is desired (i.e.,
downhill driving, coasting to a stop, etc.).
Park button
Reverse(Buzzer sounds)
Neutral
Drive
Engine br ake
Shift position
*
Parking & turning OFF the Hybrid Syst e m
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Headlight indicator
Low engine oil pressure warning
2
Service reminder indicators and indicator lights
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Odometer and two trip meters
Instrument cluster
Driver seat belt reminder1
Front passenger seat belt reminder1
Brake system warning1
Charging system warning2
Low fuel level indicator1
Anti lock Brake System warning1
Malfunction / Check Engine indicator1
When the Anti lock Brake System (ABS) function is in
action, you may feel the brake pedal pulsating and
hear a noise. In this situation, to let the Anti lock
Brake System work for you, just hold the brake pedal
down more firmly. Do not pump the brake as this will
result in reduced braking performance.
Indicator symbols
Master warning1
High coolant temperature warning2
Open door warning1
Airbag SRS warning1
1 For details, refer to “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers
Instr ument cluster” Section 2 5, 2006 Owner ’s Manual.
2 For details, refer to “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers
Multi information display” Section 2 5, 2006 Owner ’s Manual. 3
If this light flashes, see “Cruise control” Section 2 6, 2006 Owner’s Manual.
4 For details, refer to “Hybrid transaxle” Section 2 6, 2006 Owner ’s Manual.
5 For details, refer to “Smart entry and start system” Section 2 1, 2006
Owner ’s Manual.
Driving ready light
Engine oil replacement reminder
1
Turn signal indicator
Headlight high beam indicator
Cruise control indicator
3
Slip indicator
Hybrid System warning2
Vehicle Stability Control warning1
Hybrid vehicle battery warning2
Electric power steering system warning2
Smart Entry and Start warning5
T ail light indicator
Automatic head light leveling system
warning
2
R unning mode position indicator4
Automatic air conditioner indicator
Recirculate mode indicator
Windshield air flow indicator
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers indicator
Hybrid vehicle immobilizer / Theft deterrent
system indicator
Low Tire Pressure Warning1
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Setting a speed
System
ON/OFF
Resume/Increase speed
Cancel
1
Set/Decrease speed2
Cruise control
P assenger compartment temper ature
Outside temperature
Temperature selector
Air flow vent selector
Fan speed
Automatic climate control
Fresh or recirculated cabin air
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defogger
Windshield air flow
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Climate control OFF
Display the operation screen
Air conditioning/Heating
With navigation system1
1For details, refer to the “Navigation System
Owner’s Manual .” “A/C AUTO”
T
emper
ature
Air intake selector
Windshield vent
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers
Steering wheel switches
1The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing
the brake pedal.
2Push the lever up toward “+ RES.”
NOTE: If vehicle speed falls below 25 mph, the set
speed will not be resumed.
Turning system ON/OFF
With navigation system1
Type 2 functions
Type 1 functions
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Clock
AUX audio jack (if equipped)
25
Refer to the
Owner’s Manual for more details.
H Hour set
M Minutes set
Light Control Instrument panel
Brightness
control
+
Luggage storage box
Cup and Bottle holders
Right side:
Turn to unlock
Left side:
Turn to unlock
Cup holder front Cup holder rear
Bottle holder
Center
console
Front Door
Power outlets
Instrument panel (12V)Center console box (12V)
The Hybrid System must be in “ACC” or “IG ON.”
P arking brake
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again
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Jump starting
Jump start terminal
Connecting jumper cables
Connect positive (red) jumper cable to the jump
start terminal.
Connect positive (red) jumper cable to the
positive (+) terminal on the booster battery.
Connect negative (black) jumper cable to the
negative ( ) terminal on the booster battery.
Connect negative (black) jumper cable to the
recommended connecting point of the vehicle
with the discharged battery.
Depress brake pedal, and press “POWER” button
to start the vehicle.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
The jump start terminal is in the fuse box. To access
the terminal, open the fuse block cover and the
jump start terminal cover.
Recommended
connecting point
Exclusive jump
starting
terminal cover
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