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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............... 150
Power (ignition) switch ........ 162
EV-Drive Mode.................... 168
Transmission....................... 171
Turn signal lever ................. 178
Parking brake ...................... 179
Horn .................................... 180
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ............ 181
Indicators and warning
lights ................................. 185
Multi-information display ..... 188
2-3. Operating the lights
and windshield wipers
Headlight switch .................. 206
Fog light switch ................... 209
Windshield wipers
and washer ....................... 210
Rear window wiper
and washer ....................... 212
Headlight cleaner switch ..... 213 2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ..................... 214
Dynamic radar
cruise control .................... 218
Rear view monitor
system .............................. 231
LKA (Lane-Keeping
Assist) .............................. 235
Hill-start assist control ........ 243
Driving assist systems ........ 245
Pre-Collision System .......... 249
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ............. 255
Vehicle load limits............... 260
Winter driving tips ............... 261
Trailer towing ...................... 266
Dinghy towing ..................... 267
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3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Air conditioning system ...... 270
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ........................... 280
Solar Ventilation System .... 282
Remote Air Conditioning
System ............................. 285
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers....... 289
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system type .............. 291
Using the radio ................... 294
Using the CD player ........... 303
Playing back MP3
and WMA discs ................ 311
Optimal use of
the audio system .............. 319
Using the AUX adapter ...... 322
Using the steering switches ........................... 323
3-3. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ........... 326
Using the hands-free
system .............................. 329
Making a phone call ........... 338
Setting a cellular phone...... 344
Security and system
setup ................................ 350
Using the phone book ........ 354 3-4. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list.................. 363
• Personal/interior
light main switch ............... 364
• Personal/interior lights ...... 365
• Interior light ....................... 365
3-5. Using the storage features List of storage features ....... 367
• Glove boxes ..................... 368
• Console box ..................... 369
• Overhead console ............ 370
• Card holder ....................... 371
• Cup holders ...................... 372
• Bottle holders ................... 374
• Auxiliary box ..................... 375
3-6. Other interior features Sun visors ........................... 376
Vanity mirror ....................... 377
Outside temperature
display .............................. 378
Power outlets ...................... 379
Seat heaters ....................... 381
Armrest ............................... 383
Floor mats........................... 384
Luggage compartment
features ............................ 385
Garage door opener ........... 389
Safety Connect ................... 395
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting
the vehicle’s exterior ......... 404
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle’s interior .......... 407
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance
requirements ..................... 410
General maintenance.......... 412
Emission inspection
and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................... 415
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service
precautions ....................... 416
Hood ................................... 420
Positioning a floor jack ........ 423
Engine compartment ........... 425
12 volt battery ..................... 436
Tires .................................... 441
Tire inflation pressure ......... 451
Wheels ................................ 455
Air conditioning filter............ 457
Electronic key battery.......... 460
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................. 462
Light bulbs........................... 472 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers............ 486
If your vehicle needs
to be towed....................... 487
If you think something is wrong ............................... 493
Event data recorder ............ 494
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds.............................. 496
If a warning message is
displayed .......................... 508
If you have a flat tire ........... 524
If the hybrid system
will not start ...................... 538
If you lose your keys........... 540
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ......... 541
If the 12 volt battery is
discharged........................ 543
If your vehicle overheats .... 548
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................. 553
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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Rear window wiper and washer switch P. 212
Gauges and meters P. 181
Multi-information display P. 188
Hood opener P. 420
SRS knee airbag P. 113
Cup holder P. 372
Bottle holder P. 374
Horn P. 180
Fuel filler door opener P. 104
Glove boxes P. 368
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever
P. 92
Headlight switch P. 206
Turn signal lever P. 178
Fog light switch P. 209
Windshield wipers and washer switch P. 210
Audio system Navigation system
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Parking brake pedal P. 179
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Eco Drive MonitorThe multi-information display features several screens to assist with
environmentally friendly driving. Y ou can drive in an environmentally
friendly manner by using these screens effectively.
■ Hybrid system operating condition
The energy monitor displays the
operating condition of the hybrid
system, showing such informa-
tion as the gasoline engine oper-
ating status, and the usage and
regeneration status of electrical
energy. (P. 190)
■ Driving efficiently
The Hybrid System Indicator changes in real-time in accordance with
the driving conditions and operation of the accelerator pedal. Driving
that is friendlier to the environmen t can be achieved by referring to
the display and by driving as follows. ( P. 192)
● When accelerating
Accelerate to the desired speed
while depressing the accelerator
pedal slowly and ensuring that
the indicator bar does not
exceed the Eco area.
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When the desired speed is reached
Release the accelerator pedal
once. Then, depress the acceler-
ator pedal slowly and drive at a
constant speed, keeping the indi-
cator bar within the Eco area.
When aiming to improve fuel
economy, try to drive within the
Hybrid Eco area. By doing so,
the drive force of the electric
motor (traction motor) will often
be used alone without the need
for fuel consumption, thus allow-
ing you to enjoy driving with
improved fuel economy.
■ Checking fuel consumption
The 5-minute/1-minute interval
fuel consumption display shows
the average fuel consumption
and the regenerated energy
amount in 5-minute or 1-minute
intervals. (P. 194)
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Hybrid warning message
A message is automatically displaye d when a malfunction occurs in
the hybrid system or an impr oper operation is attempted.
If a warning message is shown on the multi-information display, read
the message and follow the instructions. ( P. 508)
■If a warning light comes on or a wa rning message is displayed, or the
12 volt battery is disconnected
The hybrid system may not start. In that case, try to start the system again. If
the “READY” indicator does not come on, contact your Toyota dealer.
■ Running out of fuel
When the vehicle has run out of fuel and the hybrid system cannot be
started, refuel the vehicle with at least enough gasoline to make the low fuel
level warning light go off (
P. 499). If there is only a small amount of fuel,
the hybrid system may not be able to start. (The minimum amount of fuel to
add to make the low fuel level warning light go out is about 1.6 gal. [6.0 L,
1.3 Imp.gal.], when the vehicle is on a level surface. This value may vary
when the vehicle is on a slope.)
■ Hybrid battery (traction battery)
The hybrid battery (traction battery) has a limited service life. The lifespan of
the hybrid battery (traction battery) can change in accordance with driving
style and driving conditions.
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■Switching the door unlock function
It is possible to set which doors the entry function unlocks.
Turn the “POWER” switch OFF.
When the indicator on the key surface is turned off, push and hold or for approximately 5 seconds while pushing the but-
ton on the key.
The setting changes each time an operation is performed, as shown below.
(When changing the setting continuously, release the buttons, wait for at
least 5 seconds, and repeat .)
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Multi-information displayUnlocking doorsBeep
Hold the driver’s door
handle to unlock only the
driver’s door. Exterior: Beeps three
times
Interior: Pings once
Hold the passenger’s door
handle or back door
opener to unlock all the
doors.
Hold the front door handle
or back door opener to
unlock all the doors. Exterior: Beeps twice
Interior: Pings once