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BASIC HYBRID VEH ICLE OPERAT ION
FEAT U RES/O PERAT IONS
SAFETY AND E MERGENCY FEAT U RES
Hybrid Synergy Drive System 2Keyless entry16Key fob 3Parking & turning OFF the Hybrid System 9Shifting8Smart Key system 4-5Smart Key unlock functions15Tu r n i n g the Hybrid System ON 7
Engine maintenance 15Fuel tank door opener and cap14Hood release 15Indicator symbols 12-13Instrument cluster 12Instrument panel10-11Light control-Instrument panel14
R ear hatch 14
Air Conditioning /Heating20-21Audio 22-23Clock 25Cruise control 21Cup and bottle holders 25Garage door opener (Home Link®)217Lights & turn signals16Luggage storage box 24Parking brake 25Power outlets 25Seat ad justments -Front18Seat ad justments -Rear18Seats -Head restraints 18Te l e p h o n e controls (B luetooth®)24Tilt steering wheel 19Windows 19
Windshield wipers & washers 17
Door locks 26Doors-Child safety locks 26Emergency flashers 27Jump starting28R ear air vent 27Seat belts 26Seat belts -Shoulder belt anchor 26Spare tire & tools 29Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning ) System 27
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FEATUR ES/OPERAT IONS
SAFETY AND
EMERGENCY F EATURES
INDEX
1 Programmable by customer. For dealer -programmable features, please visi t your
Toyota dealer.
2 HomeLink® is a re gis tered t rademark o f Johnson Controls , Inc .
BASIC HYBRID V EHICLE
OPERAT ION
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BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION
Hybrid Synergy Drive System
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 traction
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 consumpt ion and energy information of the Hybrid System
are shown on the multi-inf ormation display. Refer to this screen
for impo rtant dri ving information and feed back to maxi mize
ener gy use/crea tion and conserve fuel.
Tips for improved fuel economy
-Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner's
Manual .
-If possible, link trips 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.
R efer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
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Low engine oil pressure warning1
Service indicators and reminder
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Odometer and two trip meters
Instrument cluster
Driver seat belt reminder1
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph )
Front passenger seat belt reminder1
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph )
Brake system warning
1
Charging system warning1
Low fuel level indicator1
Malfunction
/Check Engine indicator1
Indicator symbols
Master warning1
High coolant temperature warning1
Open door warning1
Airbag SRS warning1
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F o r det ails, refer to Sect io n 5- 2, 2 009 Owner’s Manual .2If this light flas hes, see “ Cruise c on tro l” Sect io n 2-4, 2 009 Owner’s Manual .
Engine oil replacement reminder1
Vehicle Stability Control warning1
Traction battery warning1
Low Tire Pressure Warning1
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Rear hatch
Pull
NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened enough,
Check Engine “ ” indicator may illuminate.
NOTE: MAIN TAIN GA SOLINE IN THE TANK A T ALL TIMES. SERIOUS
DAMAGE TO THE HYBRID SYSTEM CAN OCCUR IF THE VEHICLE
RUN S OU T OF GA SOLINE .
Fuel tank door opener and cap
Tu r n
Driver seat
Pull up
Store
To open the rear hatch, grasp the handle and pull up.
Light control-Instrument panel
Brightness control
+
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