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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
● Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
● Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after taking several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.
■ Brake system warning light operation
The following does not indicate a malfunction:
●After the hybrid system is turned on, the red and yellow brake system
warning lights may stay on for about 60 seconds.
● Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the red brake system
warning light and buzzer.
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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■
Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features P. 474)
However, Toyota recommends that the seat belt reminder buzzer be opera-
tional to alert the driver and front passenger that the seat belts are not fas-
tened.
CAUTION
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres-
sure adjustment, it is pr obable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires.
If the tire is flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired
by the nearest Toyota dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning syste m may not activate immediately.
430 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the “POWER” switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press 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. Ha ve the vehicle checked by your
Toyota dealer.
■ 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 ba ttery terminals may be discon-
nected.
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 436)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
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STEP3
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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
A/C Air Conditioning
ABS Anti-lock Brake System ALR Automatic Locking Retractor
CRS Child Restraint System
DISP Display ECO Economical/Ecology
ECU Electronic Control Unit
EDR Event data recorder ELR Emergency Locking Retractor
EPS Electric Power Steering
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Ratings
GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating I/M Emission inspection and maintenance
LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LED Light Emitting Diode
MMT Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
M + S Mud and Snow
MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether OBD On Board Diagnostics
SRS Supplemental Restraint System TIN Tire Identification Number
TPMS Tire Pressure Warning System
TRAC Traction Control VDIM Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management VIN Vehicle Identification Number
VSC Vehicle Stability Control
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 182
ABS........................................... 165
Air conditioning filter .............. 369
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ............. 369
Automatic air conditioning system................................ 182
Airbags Airbag operating conditions .... 95
Airbag precautions for your child.............................. 99
Airbag warning light .............. 400
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............. 96
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................... 99
Front passenger occupant classification system .......... 104
General airbag precautions .... 99
Locations of airbags ............... 92
Modification and disposal of airbags ........................... 103
Proper driving posture ...... 90, 99
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 96
Side airbag precautions.......... 99
SRS airbags ........................... 92
Antenna .................................... 199
Anti-lock brake system ........... 165
Armrest .................................... 309
Ashtray ..................................... 304
Audio input .............................. 237 Audio system
Antenna .................................199
Audio input ............................237
AUX port................................237
CD player/changer ................202
MP3/WMA disc......................210
Optimal use ...........................232
Portable music player............237
Radio .....................................195
Steering wheel audio switch ..................................239
Type ......................................192
Automatic air conditioning
system ....................................182
Automatic light control system ....................................154
AUX port ...................................237
Auxiliary boxes ........................298
Back-up lights Wattage .................................458
Battery Checking ...............................350
Hybrid battery (traction battery)....................25
If the vehicle has discharged 12-volt
battery .................................436
Preparing and checking before winter .......................173
Bluetooth
® audio .....................242
Bluetooth® phone ....................258
Brake Fluid ......................................348
Parking brake ........................142
Brake assist ..............................165
Break-in tips .............................125
A
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EngineCompartment ........................ 341
Engine switch ....................... 135
Hood...................................... 338
How to start the
hybrid system...................... 135
Identification number ............. 450
Ignition switch........................ 135
If the hybrid system will not start ......................... 429
Overheating........................... 440
Power switch ......................... 135
Engine/power control unit coolant
Capacity ................................ 454
Checking ............................... 346
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 173
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ...................................... 144
Engine oil Capacity ................................ 453
Checking ............................... 342
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 173
Engine oil maintenance
data ......................................... 344
Engine switch ........................... 135
EPS ............................................ 165
Event data recorder ................. 397 Floor mat .................................. 310
Fluid
Brake..................................... 348
Washer.................................. 349
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............ 104
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light ........................ 402
Front seats Adjustment .............................. 59
Front side marker lights
Wattage................................. 458
Front turn signal lights Wattage................................. 458
Fuel Capacity ................................ 452
Fuel gauge ............................ 144
Gas station information ......... 508
Information ............................ 459
Refueling ................................. 83
Type ...................................... 459
Fuel door .................................... 83
Fuel economy meter ................ 144
Fuel filler door ............................ 83
Fuses ........................................ 375
Garage door opener ................ 313
Gas station information .......... 508
Gauges...................................... 144
Glove box ................................. 295
Glove box light ......................... 295
Grocery bag hooks .................. 311F
G
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MaintenanceDo-it-yourself
maintenance ....................... 335
General maintenance ............ 331
Maintenance data.................. 450
Maintenance requirements.... 329
Meter Instrument panel light
control ................................. 145
Meters ................................... 144
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror.............73
Side mirror heater ................. 191
Side mirrors .............................75
Vanity mirrors ........................ 302
Moon roof ...................................79
MP3 disc ................................... 210
Multi-information display .................................... 150
Noise from under vehicle ..........16
Odometer .................................. 144
Oil Engine oil .............................. 342
Opener Fuel filler door .........................83
Hood...................................... 338
Trunk .......................................55
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding ...............75
Outside temperature display .................................... 150
Overheating, Hybrid system ........................ 440 Parking brake ........................... 142
Parking lights
Switch ................................... 154
Wattage................................. 458
Personal lights
Switch ................................... 293
Wattage................................. 458
Power outlet ............................. 305
Power switch ............................ 135
Power windows .......................... 77
Radiator .................................... 348
Radio ......................................... 195
Rear seats
Folding down........................... 61
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 385
Wattage................................. 458
Rear window defogger ............ 191
Replacing
Fuses .................................... 375
Key battery ............................ 372
Light bulbs............................. 385
Tires ...................................... 419
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners ............................ 480M
N
O
P
R
505
Alphabetical index
Vanity lights
Vanity lights .......................... 302
Wattage ................................ 458
Vanity mirrors .......................... 302
VDIM ......................................... 165
Vehicle dynamics integrated management.......................... 165
Vehicle identification
number................................... 450
Vehicle stability control .......... 165
VSC ........................................... 165
Warning buzzers Brake system........................ 399
Open door ............................ 402
Seat belt reminder ................ 402
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system ......... 400
Brake assist system ............. 400
Brake system........................ 399
Charging system .... .............. 399
Electric power steering ......... 400
Low fuel level........................ 402
Low tire pressure warning light .................................... 402
Malfunction indicator lamp.... 400
Master warning light ............. 402
Open door ............................ 402
Pretensioners ....................... 400
Seat belt reminder light ........ 402
SRS airbags ......................... 400 Warning messages
Engine coolant
temperature ........................409
Engine oil maintenance ......... 411
Engine oil pressure ...............409
Hybrid system .......................409
Moon roof ..............................411
Open door .............................411
Parking brake ........................411
Smart key system... ...............415
Steering lock .........................410
Trunk .....................................411
Washer fluid ..........................411
Washer
Checking ...............................349
Preparing and checking before winter .......................173
Switch....................................159
Washing and waxing ...............324
Weight Cargo capacity ......................169
Load limits .............................172
Weight ...................................450
Wheels ......................................367
Window glasses ........................77
Window lock switch ...................77
Windows Power windows .......................77
Rear window defogger ..........191
Washer ..................................159
Windshield wipers ...................159
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............372
Wireless remote control ..........48
WMA disc ..................................210V
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