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When trouble arises
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Indicates that the
hybrid system has
overheated.
A buzzer also sounds.Stop and check.
(P. 481)

(Flashing)Indicates that the
hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) is low.
The warning buzzer
sounds intermittently
or continuously.Stop the vehicle and
push the P position
switch.

(Flashing)Indicates that the
transmission is out of
P when attempting to
start the hybrid sys-
tem.
A buzzer also sounds.Push the P position
switch before pressing
the “POWER” switch.

(Flashing)Indicates that the
driver’s door is
opened when the
transmission is out of
P with the hybrid sys-
tem on.
A buzzer sounds con-
tinuously.Push the P position
switch.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure

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*: For the EV-Drive Mode operating conditions (P. 180). Indicates that the EV-
Drive Mode is not
available.*
A buzzer sounds
twice.
The reason the EV-
Drive Mode is not
available (the vehicle
is idling, hybrid bat-
tery [traction battery]
charge is low, speed is
higher than the EV-
Drive Mode operating
speed range, acceler-
ator pedal is
depressed too much)
may be displayed.Use the EV-Drive Mode
when it becomes avail-
able.

(Flashes 3 times)Indicates that the EV-
Drive Mode has been
automatically can-
celled.*
A buzzer sounds
twice.
The reason the EV-
Drive Mode is not
available (the hybrid
battery [traction bat-
tery] charge is low,
speed is higher than
the EV-Drive Mode
speed range, acceler-
ator pedal is
depressed too much)
may be displayed.Drive the vehicle for a
while.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure

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When trouble arises
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Contin-
uousContin-
uous
(Displayed alternately)

(Flashing)The driver’s
door was
opened and
closed while the
electronic key
was not in the
vehicle, the shift
position was not
in P and the
“POWER”
switch was not
turned off.• Push the P
position switch.
• Confirm the
location of the
electronic key.
OnceContin-
uous

(Flashing)An attempt to
lock the doors
has been made
using the smart
entry & start
system while
the electronic
key is inside the
vehicle.Take the elec-
tronic key out-
side the vehicle,
and lock the
doors again.
Once
The key battery
is low.Replace the
battery.
(P. 397)
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure

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Power was
turned off due to
the automatic
power off func-
tion.Next time when
starting the
hybrid system,
increase the
engine speed
slightly and
maintain that
level for approx-
imately 5 min-
utes to recharge
the battery.
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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If the hybrid system will not start
If the hybrid system still does not start after following the correct
starting procedure (P. 175), confirm the following points.
The hybrid system will not start even if you are carrying the
correct key.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
The electronic key may not be functioning properly.*
(P. 474)
There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank. Refuel
the vehicle.
The electronic key battery may be discharged. (P. 474)
There may be a malfunction in the P position control system.
The hybrid system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical
problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However,
depending on the type of malfunction, an interim measure is
available to start the hybrid system. (P. 472)
There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.*
(P. 107)
*: It may not be possible to shift out of P.
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does
not sound or sounds at a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 476)
The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or cor-
roded.

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Emergency start function
When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the
“POWER” switch is functioning normally.
Set the parking brake.
Set the “POWER” switch to the ACCESSORY mode.
Push and hold the “POWER” switch for about 15 seconds
while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duty qualified and
equipped professional.
The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be discon-
nected.
The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 476)
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional, if the problem cannot be
repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown.
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If the electronic key does not operate properly
Locking and unlocking the doors
Use the mechanical key (P. 42)
in order to perform the following
operations from the driver’s door:
Locks all doors
Unlocks all doors
With an alarm: An alarm will
sound if the alarm is set.
(P. 115)
Changing “POWER” switch modes and starting the hybrid system
Apply the brakes.
Touch the Toyota emblem side of
the electronic key to the
“POWER” switch.
An alarm will sound to indicate
that the start function cannot
detect the electronic key that is
touched to the “POWER” switch if
any of the doors is opened and
closed while the key is touched to
the switch.
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is inter-
rupted (P. 48, 61) or the electronic key cannot be used because the
battery is depleted, the smart entry & start system, push button start
and wireless remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the
doors can be opened or the hybrid system can be started by follow-
ing the procedure below.
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475 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
UK_AURIS_HV_EETo change “POWER” switch modes: Within 5 seconds of the
buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal and press the
“POWER” switch. Modes can be changed each time the
switch is pressed. (P. 176)
To start the hybrid system: Press the “POWER” switch within
5 seconds after the buzzer sounds, keeping the brake pedal
depressed.
In the event that the “POWER” switch still cannot be operated, con-
tact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional.
Stopping the hybrid system
Push the P position switch and press the “POWER” switch as you normally
do when stopping the hybrid system.
Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery depletes.
(P. 397)
Alarm (if equipped)
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system. If a
door is unlocked using the mechanical key when the alarm system is set, the
alarm may be triggered. (P. 115)
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