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*1: A message will be shown on the multi-information display in the instru-
ment cluster.
*2: If the hybrid system does not start when the electronic key is inside the vehicle, the electronic key battery may be depleted or there may be dif-
ficulties receiving signal from the key. ( P. 541)
■ If the smart key system does not operate properly
P. 542
■ When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
P. 460
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. smart key system) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 587)
AlarmSituationCorrection procedure
Interior alarm
pings once
*1
The electronic key has a
low battery Replace the electronic
key battery
An attempt was made to
start the hybrid system
without the electronic key
being present, or the elec-
tronic key was not func-
tioning normally Start the hybrid sys-
tem with the elec-
tronic key present
*2
Interior alarm
pings once and
exterior alarm
sounds 3 times
*1
The driver’s door was
closed after the key was
carried outside the vehicle,
and the “POWER” switch
was not turned OFF
Turn the “POWER”
switch OFF and close
the driver’s door again
An occupant carried the
electronic key outside the
vehicle and closed the
door while the “POWER”
switch was not OFF Bring the electronic
key back into the vehi-
cle
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■Panic mode
■ Door lock buzzer (vehicl es with entry function)
If a door or back door is not fully closed, a buzzer sounds continuously for 10
seconds if an attempt to lock the door is made. Fully close the door to stop
the buzzer, and lock the vehicle once more.
■ Electronic key battery depletion
● The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The battery becomes depleted
even if the electronic key is not used.) If the smart key system or the
wireless remote control function does not operate, or the detection area
becomes smaller, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when
necessary. ( P. 460)
● To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 3 ft.
(1 m) of the following electrical appliance that produce a magnetic field.
•TVs
• Personal computers
• Cellular phones, cordless phones and battery chargers
• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones
• Glass top ranges
• Table lamps
When is pushed for longer than
about one second, an alarm will sound for
about 60 seconds and the vehicle lights
will flash to deter any person from trying
to break into or damage your vehicle.
To stop the alarm, push any button on the
wireless remote control.
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Conditions aff ecting operation
The smart key system and wireless remote control use weak radio waves. In
the following situations, the communication between the electronic key and
the vehicle may be affected, preventing the smart key system and wireless
remote control from operating properly. (Ways of coping: P. 541)
● When the electronic key battery is depleted
● Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electri-
cal noise
● When carrying a portable radio, ce llular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication devices
● When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
● When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity
● When carrying or using the electronic key together with the following
devices that emit radio waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key
• A wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computer
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
● If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to
the rear window (vehicles with entry function)
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■Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
■ If the wireless remote cont rol does not operate properly
● Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the mechanical key. ( P. 541)
● Starting the hybrid system ( P. 162)
■ When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
P. 460
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. 2-step unlocking function) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 587)
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■When to contact your Toyota dealer
In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Do
not disconnect the 12 volt battery cables before contacting your Toyota
dealer.
● Any of the SRS airbags have been inflated.
●The front of the vehicle is damaged or
deformed, or the vehicle was involved
in an accident that was not severe
enough to cause the SRS airbags to
inflate.
● A portion of the doors is damaged or
deformed, or the vehicle was involved
in an accident that was not severe
enough to cause the SRS side airbags
and curtain shield airbags to inflate.
● The pad section of the steering wheel,
dashboard near the front passenger air-
bag or lower portion of the instrument
panel is scratched, cracked, or other-
wise damaged.
● The surface of the seats with the side
airbag is scratched, cracked, or other-
wise damaged.
● The portion of the front, center and rear
pillars or roof side rail garnishes (pad-
ding) containing the curtain shield air-
bags inside is scratched, cracked, or
otherwise damaged.
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■Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability
of the correct fuel. ( P. 558)
■ For efficient use
● Put the shift lever into “D” when driving.
In the “N” position, the gasoline engine operates but electricity cannot be
generated.
The hybrid battery (traction battery) will be discharged requiring unnec-
essary engine power to recharge.
● Drive your vehicle smoothly.
Avoid abrupt acceleration and deceleration. Gradual acceleration and
deceleration will make more effective use of the traction motor without
having to use gasoline engine power.
● Avoid repeated acceleration.
Repeated acceleration consumes hybrid battery (traction battery) power,
resulting in poor acceleration. Battery power can be restored by driving
with the accelerator pedal slightly released.
● Push the “P” position switch when parking.
In the “N” position, the hybrid battery (traction battery) does not recharge.
Leaving the shift lever in the “N” position for an extended period of the
time may discharge the hybrid battery. The vehicle cannot run if the
hybrid battery is discharged.
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If the hybrid system does not start
The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated.
( P. 108)
■ 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.
■ When the “POWER” switch indicator flashes in amber
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer immediately.
■ Auto power OFF function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY or ON mode (hybrid system is not oper-
ating) for more than an hour with the shift position in “P”, the “POWER”
switch will automatically turn OFF. However, this function cannot entirely pre-
vent battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle with the “POWER” switch in
ACCESSORY or ON mode for long perio ds of time when the hybrid system
is not operating.
■ Operation of the “POWER” switch
● When operating the “POWER” switch, one short, firm press is enough. If
the switch is pressed improperly, the hybrid system may not start or the
“POWER” switch mode may not change. It is not necessary to press and
hold the switch.
● Even if the “POWER” switch is turned to off and then quickly re-pressed,
the “POWER” switch mode may not change. After turning the “POWER”
switch to off, wait for a short time before operating again.
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■When leaving the vehicle
If the indicator on the “POWER” switch is not off, the “POWER” switch is still
not in OFF mode.
Turn the “POWER” switch to OFF before you leave the vehicle.
■ Auto “P” position function
● If the “POWER” switch is pressed while the hybrid system is operating
and the vehicle is at a complete stop, the shift position will be automati-
cally switched to “P” at the same ti me as the “POWER” switch is turned
to OFF.
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
position indicator on the instrument cluster is set in “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 lo w, such as during winter driving
conditions
It may take time until the “READY” indicator comes on.
■ Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
P. 3 1
■ When the hybrid system is malfunctioning
P. 497
■ Electronic key battery depletion
P. 6 4
■ When the electronic key battery is discharged
P. 460
■ Conditions affecting operation
P. 6 5
