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If the green indicator light on the
“POWER” switch flashes, and the mes-
sage “S/T IS NOT UNLOCKED” ap-
pears on the multi−information display
and the master warning light comes on,
the steering wheel is locked.
To free the steering lock, turn the
steering wheel slightly while pressing
the “POWER” switch.
If the amber indicator light on the
“POWER” switch flashes, and the mes-
sage “CHECK S/T LOCK” appears on
the multi −information display and the
master warning light comes on, there is
a problem in the steering lock function.
Contact your Toyota dealer, and have
your vehicle and all keys inspected.
If the amber indicator light on the
“POWER” switch flashes, and no mes-
sage appears on the multi −information
display, there is a problem in the push
button start function.
Contact your Toyota dealer, and have
your vehicle and all keys inspected.
In addition to the above, there are
instances in which the smart key sys-
tem does not operate properly because
of the circumstances of use. For de-
tails, see “Smart key system” on page
32 in Section 1 −2.
In cases other than those described
above, it is possible that a problem has
occurred in an area other than the start
system. See “If your vehicle will not start”
on page 313 in Section 4. If the 12 volt battery is disconnected or
run down...
The “READY” light will not come on and
the hybrid system will not start after you
reconnect, replace or recharge the battery.
In this case, perform the following proce-
dure to restart the hybrid system:
1. Turn the hybrid system off.
2. Open and close the driver ’s door.
3. Press the “POWER” switch briefly and firmly.
If the hybrid system still will not start,
contact your Toyota dealer.CAUTION
Never start the hybrid system from
outside the vehicle, or an accident
may occur. Be sure to sit in the driv-
er seat, then start the system.

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NOTICE
If any message appears on the mul-
tiinformation display or service re-
minder indicator light comes on
(see page 140 and page 150 in Sec-
tion 16 for details) or the 12 volt
battery is disconnected, the hybrid
system may not be started. In that
case, push the “POWER” switch
again. If the “READY” light does
not come on, contact your Toyota
dealer.
 When you start the hybrid system
at a lower outside temperature, it
may take longer before the blinking
“READY” light changes to constant
on.
TIPS FOR USING SMART KEY SYSTEM
When using the smart key system, it is
possible to start or stop the hybrid system
as long as the key is on your person.
For this reason, it is possible that a pas-
senger may remove the key from the ve-
hicle without the driver being aware of the
fact. In such a case, it is not possible to
restart the hybrid system after having
turned it off. In addition, it is possible that
one may get out of the vehicle without
being aware that the “POWER” switch has
not been turned off completely.
When driving or getting in or out of the
vehicle, drivers should make sure that
they are carrying the key.
CAUTION
Do not touch the “POWER” switch
while driving.
If you have to make an emergency stop,
press and hold the “POWER” switch for
more than 3 seconds.
Master warning light and multiinforma-
tion display
SYSTEM FUNCTION REMINDERS
Follow the instructions described below if
any of the following warnings occur:
(A) A warning buzzer sounds once from
the instrument cluster when the
“POWER” switch is pushed.
This indicates that the driver has gotten
into the vehicle without the key. The mes-
sage “KEY IS NOT DETECTED” will also
appear on the multi −information display
and the master warning light will come on.
Operate the “POWER” switch only after
taking care that the key is in the vehicle.
Driving and parking using
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If the warning light is still lit when the key
is in the vehicle, the key battery is dis-
charged. Check that the indicator light on
the key comes on by pushing the lock
button on the key. When the indicator light
does not come on, change the key battery
so that smart key system works properly.
(B) A warning buzzer sounds once fromthe instrument cluster, accompanied
by three warning sounds from the
vehicle when the driver gets out of
the vehicle and closes the door.
This indicates that the driver is attempting
to leave the vehicle carrying the key with
“POWER” switch turned off although the
transmission selector lever has been set
in the “P” position. The message “KEY IS
NOT DETECTED” will also appear on the
multi −information display and the master
warning light will come on.
Get out of the vehicle only after turning
off the hybrid system by pressing the
“POWER” switch and checking that the
indicator light on the “POWER” switch has
gone off. If the driver returns to the ve-
hicle without carrying the key and begins
driving, a warning buzzer will sound once
more. (C) A warning buzzer sounds from the
vehicle for two seconds after locking
the door with the door handle
switch.
This indicates that the driver is attempting
to lock the doors while carrying the key,
neglecting to follow the instructions for
case (B) above.
Lock the doors only after turning off the
hybrid system by pressing the “POWER”
switch and checking that the indicator light
on the “POWER” switch has gone off.
A warning buzzer that sounds even though
the engine has been turned off indicates
that driver is attempting to lock the ve-
hicle with the keys still in the vehicle.
Leave the vehicle only after making sure
that you are carrying the key. (D) A warning buzzer sounds continu-
ously from the instrument cluster
when opening the driver ’s door.
This indicates that the transmission selec-
tor lever is in a position other than “P”
and that the “POWER” switch is not
turned off. The message “SHIFT TO P
RANGE” will also appear on the multi −in-
formation display.
Get out of the vehicle only after setting
the transmission selector lever in the “P”
position, turning off the hybrid system by
pressing the “POWER” switch and
checking that the indicator light on the
“POWER” switch has gone off.

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(E) A warning buzzer sounds continu-ously from the instrument cluster
and from the vehicle when closing
the door after getting out of the ve-
hicle.
This indicates that the driver is attempting
to leave the vehicle carrying the key, ne-
glecting to follow the instructions for case
(D) above. The messages, “SHIFT TO P
RANGE” and “KEY IS NOT DETECTED”,
will also appear alternately on the multi −
information display and the master warn-
ing light will come on.
Get out of the vehicle only after setting
the transmission selector lever in the “P”
position, turning off the hybrid system by
pressing the “POWER” switch and
checking that the indicator light on the
“POWER” switch has gone off. (F) A warning buzzer sounds once from
the instrument cluster and three
times from the vehicle when a pas-
senger is getting out of the vehicle.
This indicates that the passenger is
attempting to leave the vehicle carrying
the key, without turning the hybrid system
off. The message “KEY IS NOT
DETECTED” will also appear on the
multi −information display and the master
warning light will come on.
When passengers get out of the vehicle,
care should be taken to leave the key
with the driver. If the driver begins driving
after a passenger gets out of the vehicle
carrying the key, a warning buzzer will
sound once more.
(G) A warning buzzer sounds from the vehicle for two seconds when lock-
ing the vehicle from the outside with
the door handle switch.
This indicates that the driver is attempting
to lock the door with the key still in the
vehicle.
Leave the vehicle only after making sure
that you are carrying the key. (H) A warning buzzer sounds once from
the instrument cluster when the
“POWER” switch is turned off.
This indicates that the key battery is low.
(This warning buzzer sounds only when
the hybrid system has been on or the
“POWER” switch has been set at ON for
20 minutes or more.) The message “LOW
KEY BATTERY” will also appear on the
multi −information display.
Change the key battery ahead of time in
order to ensure that the smart key system
works properly.
(I) A warning buzzer sounds repeatedly from the instrument cluster when
opening the driver ’s door with the
“POWER” switch turned off.
This indicates that the steering wheel is
not locked. Turn the engine off and then
open the door in order to lock the steering
wheel.

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CAUTION
When lowering the vehicle,
make sure all portions of your
body and all other persons
around will not be injured as
the vehicle is lowered to the
ground.
 Have the wheel nuts tightened
with torque wrench to 103 N·m
(10.5 kgf·m, 76 ft·lbf), as soon
as possible after changing
wheels. Otherwise, the nuts
may loosen and the wheels
may fall off, which could cause
a serious accident.
 Do not attach a heavily dam-
aged plastic wheel ornament.
It may fly off the wheel and
cause accidents while the ve-
hicle is moving.
9. Check the air pressure of the re-
placed tire.
Adjust the air pressu re to the specifi-
cation designed on page 385 in Sec-
tion 8. If the pre ssure is lower, drive
slowly to the nearest service station
and fill to the correct pressure.
Do not forget to reinstall the tire infla-
tion valve cap as dirt and moisture
could get into th e valve core and
possibly cause air leakage. If the cap
is missing, have a new one put on as
soon as possible.
10.Restow all the tools, jack and flat tire securely.
As soon after changing wheels as
possible, tighten the wheel nuts to the
torque specified on page 385 in Sec-
tion 8 with a torque wrench. Have a
technician repair the flat tire and re-
place the spare tire with it. Initial adjustment of the tire pres-
sure warning system is necessary
after you have replaced your tires
or wheels. See “Tire pressure
warning system” on page 168 in
Section 17.
CAUTION
Before driving, make sure all the
tools, jack and flat tire are se-
curely in place in their storage
location to reduce the possibility
of personal injury during a colli-
sion or sudden braking.
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Exhaust system
If you notice any change in the sound of
the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes, have
the cause located and corrected immedi-
ately. See “Engine exhaust cautions” on
page 278 in Section 2.
IN THE TRUNK
12 volt battery condition
See page 369 in Section 7−3 for addition-
al information.
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
Items listed below should be checked
regularly, e.g. while performing periodic
services, cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Lights
Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights
are all working. Check headlight aim.
Service reminder indicators and warning
buzzers
Check that all service reminder indicators
and warning buzzers function properly.
Steering wheel
Be alert for changes in steering condition,
such as hard steering or strange noise. Seats
Check that all front seat controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. op-
erate smoothly and that all latches lock
securely in any position. Check that the
head restraints move up and down
smoothly and that the locks hold securely
in any latched position. For folding
−down
rear seatbacks, check that the latches
lock securely.
Seat belts
Check that the seat belt system such as
buckles, retractors and anchors operate
properly and smoothly. Make sure that the
belt webbings not cut, frayed, worn or
damaged.
Accelerator pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
uneven pedal effort or catching.
Brake pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
that the pedal has the proper clearance.
Check the brake booster function.
Brakes
In a safe place, check that the brakes do
not pull to one side when applied. Parking brake
Check that the pedal has the proper travel
and that, on a safe incline, your vehicle
is held securely with only the parking
brake applied.
Transmission “Park” mechanism
Check the lock release button of the se-
lector lever for proper and smooth opera-
tion. On a safe incline, check that your
vehicle is held securely with the selector
lever in “P” position and all brakes re-
leased.
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
Items listed below should be performed
from time to time, unless otherwise
specified.
Fluid leaks
Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, wa-
ter or other fluid after the vehicle has
been parked for a while. If you smell fuel
fumes or notice any leak, have the cause
found and corrected immediately.
Doors and engine hood
Check that all doors including trunk lid
operate smoothly and all latches lock se-
curely. Make sure the engine hood sec-
ondary latch secures the hood from open-
ing when the primary latch is released.

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To check the fluid level, simply look at
the seethrough reservoir. The level
should be between the “MAX” and
“MIN” lines on the reservoir.
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go
down slightly as the brake pads wear or
when the fluid level in the accumulator is
high.
If the level is low, take your vehicle to
a Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Do
not drive your vehicle if the red brake
system warning light is on. Call a
Toyota dealer for assistance.If the fluid level goes down soon after
your vehicle is serviced, it may indicate
a serious mechanical problem. Have
your vehicle checked by a Toyota deal-
er.
CAUTION
Brake fluid can harm your hands or
eyes. If fluid gets on your hands or
in your eyes, flush the affected area
with clean water immediately. If you
still feel uncomfortable with your
hands or eyes, go to the doctor.
NOTICE
If brake fluid is spilled on the vehicle,
be sure to wipe it off to prevent dam-
age to parts or paint.
Ty p e A
Checking brake fluid
Checking tire inflation
pressure

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CAUTION
Observe the following instruc-
tions. Otherwise, an accident
may occur resulting in death or
serious injuries.
Do not mix radial, bias belted,
or biasply tires on your ve-
hicle, as this may cause dan-
gerous handling characteris-
tics resulting in loss of control.
 Do not use tires other than the
manufacturer’s recommended
size, as this may cause danger-
ous handling characteristics
resulting in loss of control.
Toyota recommends all four tires,
or at least both of the front or rear
tires be replaced at a time as a set.
See “If you have a flat tire” on page
318 in Section 4 for tire change proce-
dure.
When a tire is replaced, the wheel
should always be balanced.
An unbalanced wheel may affect ve-
hicle handling and tire life. Wheels
can get out of balance with regular
use and should therefore be balanced
occasionally.
When replacing a tubeless tire, the
air valve should also be repl aced
w i t h a new on e.
Initial adjustment of the tire pres-
sure warning system is necessary
after you have replaced your tires.
See “Tire pressure warning sys-
tem” on page 168 in Section 17.
To equalize the wear and help ex-
tend tire life, Toyota recommends
that you rotate your tires accord-
ing to the maintenance schedule.
(For scheduled maintenance infor-
mation, please refer to the “Sched-
uled Maintenance Guide” or “Own-
er’s Manual Supplement”.)
However, the most appropriate tim-
ing for tire rotation may vary ac-
cording to your driving habits and
road surface conditions.
Rotating tires