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3-6. Using the
storage features
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Interior features
CAUTION
■Items that should not be le ft in the overhead console
Do not leave glasses or lighters in the console.
If the interior of the vehicle becomes hot, lighters may explode and glasses
may warp or becomes cracked.
■ Caution while driving
Do not leave the overhead console open while driving.
Items stored in it may fall out and cause injury.
■ Maximum storage weight
Do not place any object heavier than 441 lb. (200 g) in it. The console may
be opened and cause injury.
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3-7. Other interior features
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Interior features
Vanity mirror
NOTICE
■To prevent the 12-volt battery from being discharged
Do not leave the vanity lights on for extended periods while the hybrid sys-
tem is off.
Slide the cover.
The light turns on when the
cover is opened. (vehicles with
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3-7. Other interior features
Seat heaters (if equipped)
■The seat heaters can be used when
The “POWER” switch is in the ON mode.
■ When not in use
Turn the knob fully counterclockwise. The indicator light turns off.
Press the knob into the recessed position.
Pops the knob out
On
The indicator light comes on.
Adjusts the seat tempera-
ture
The further you turn the knob
clockwise, the warmer the seat
becomes.Front passenger's seat
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3-7. Other interior features
Garage door opener (if equipped)
The garage door opener (HomeLink Universal Transceiver) is manufac-
tured under license from HomeLink.
Programming the HomeLink (for U.S.A. owners)
The HomeLink
 compatible transceiver in your vehicle has 3 buttons
which can be programmed to operate 3 different devices. Refer to the
programming method below appropriate for the device.
Indicator
Buttons
■ Programming the HomeLink

Point the remote control for the
device 1 to 3 in. (25 to 75 mm)
from the HomeLink
 control but-
tons.
Keep the indicator light on the
HomeLink in view while pro-
gramming.
The garage door opener can be programmed to operate garage
doors, gates, entry doors, door locks, hom e lighting systems, and
security systems, and other devices.
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Press and hold down one of the
buttons on the HomeLink and
the button on the transmitter.
When the indicator light on the
HomeLink
 changes from a slow
to a rapid flash after 20 seconds,
you can release both buttons.
Test the operation of the
HomeLink
 by pressing the
newly programmed button.
If programming a garage door
opener, check to see if the garage
door opens and closes. If the
garage door does not operate,
see if your garage transmitter is
of the Rolling Code type. Press
and hold the programmed
HomeLink
 button. The garage
door has the rolling code feature
if the indicator light (on the
HomeLink
) flashes rapidly for 2
seconds and then remains lit. If
your transmitter is the Rolling
Code type, proceed to the head-
ing “Programming a rolling code
system”.
Repeat the steps above to program another device for each of
the remaining HomeLink buttons.
STEP2
STEP3
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■Programming a Rolling Code sys tem (for U.S.A. owners)
If your device is Rolling Code equipped, follow the steps under the
heading “Programming the HomeLink
” before proceeding with
the steps listed below.
Locate the training button on the ceiling mounted garage door
opener motor. The exact location and color of the button may
vary by brand of garage door opener.
Refer to the operation manual supplied with the garage door opener
for the location of the training button.
Press the training button.
Press and release the vehicle’s programmed HomeLink
 but-
ton twice. The garage door may open.
If the garage door opens, the programming process is complete. If
the door does not open, press and release the button a third time.
This third press and release will complete the programming process
by opening the garage door.
The ceiling mounted garage door opener motor should now recog-
nize the HomeLink
 transceiver and operate the garage door.
Repeat the steps above to prog ram another rolling code sys-
tem for any of the remaining HomeLink buttons.
■ Programming an entry gate (f or U.S.A. owners)/Programming
all devices in the Canadian market
Place your transmitter 1 to 3 in. (25 to 75 mm) away from the
surface of the HomeLink
.
Keep the indicator light on the HomeLink in view while program-
ming.
Press and hold the selected HomeLink button.
Repeatedly press and release (cycle) the device’s remote
control button for two seconds each until step 4 is complete.
When the indicator light on the HomeLink
 compatible trans-
ceiver start to flashing rapidly, release the buttons.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
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Test the operation of the HomeLink by pressing the newly
programmed button. Check to see if the gate/device operates
correctly.
Repeat the steps above to program another device for each of
the remaining HomeLink
 buttons.
■ Programming other devices
To program other devices such as home security systems, home
door locks or lighting, contact your authorized Toyota dealer for
assistance.
■ Reprogramming a button
The individual HomeLink
 buttons cannot be erased but can be
reprogrammed. To reprogram a button, follow the programming
instructions.
Operating the HomeLink
Press the appropriate HomeLink button. The HomeLink indicator
light on the HomeLink transceiver should turn on.
The HomeLink continues to send a signal for up to 20 seconds as long
as the button is pressed.
Erasing the entire HomeLink memory (all three programs)
Press and hold down the 2 out-
side buttons for 20 seconds until
the indicator light flashes.
If you sell your vehicle, be sure to
erase the programs stored in the
HomeLink
 memory.
STEP5
STEP6

Maintenance and care4
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4-1. Maintenance and care ............................... 404
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior......... 404
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior.......... 407
4-2. Maintenance ................... 410 Maintenance requirements .................. 410
General maintenance....... 412
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 415 4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance ................. 416
Do-it-yourself service precautions .................... 416
Hood ................................ 420
Positioning the jack .......... 422
Engine compartment ........ 424
Tires ................................. 439
Tire inflation pressure........ 447
Wheels ............................. 451
Air conditioning filter......... 453
Key battery ....................... 456
Checking and replacing fuses .............................. 459
Light bulbs........................ 470