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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
■
Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the
vehicle’s various systems.
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON”
position (vehicles without a smart key system) or the “POWER”
switch is turned to ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system) to
indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off
after the hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds. There may be
a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights
do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
Turn signal indicator
(P. 176)Driving ready indicator
( P. 158, 162)
Headlight high beam
indicator ( P. 203)EV drive mode indica-
tor (P. 170)
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
(P. 202)Shift position indicator
( P. 174)
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
(P. 202)“ECO MODE” indicator
( P. 174)
(if equipped)
Front fog light indicator
(P. 206)EV drive indicator lamp
( P. 192)
(if equipped)
Immobilizer system indi-
cator ( P. 110)
(if equipped)
Cruise control indicator
(P. 215)
(if equipped)
Cruise control set indi-
cator (P. 215)
*1,2
Slip indicator ( P. 220)
SRS airbag
on-off indica-
tor (P. 129)*1

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Light bulbs
You may replace the following bulbs by yourself. The difficulty level
of replacement varies depending on the bulb. As there is a danger
that components may be damaged, we recommend that replacement
is carried out by your Toyota dealer.
■Preparing for light bulb replacement
Check the wattage of the light bulb to be replaced. ( P. 499)
■ Front bulb locations
Front fog lights (if equipped)
Front side
marker
lights
Front turn signal lights
Parking lights
Headlights (low beam)
Headlights (high beam) and daytime running lights

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Replacing light bulbs■ Headlights and daytime running lights
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
High beam and daytime run-
ning lights (inside)
Low beam (outside)
■Rear bulb locations
Back-up lights Rear turn signal lights
Tail and rear side
marker lights License plate lights
STEP1

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When installing the light bulb and bulb base, reverse the steps
listed.
Installing the clips.
■ Front turn signal lights
Partly remove the fender liner as described in and of “Front fog lights”. ( P. 413)
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Remove the light bulb.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.STEP6
STEP7
STEP1STEP1
STEP2
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Rear turn signal lights, tail a nd rear side marker lights, and
back-up lights
Open the back door and remove
the bolts. Pull the lamp assembly
straight back to disengage the
clip and 2 pins.
Where the clip attaches
Pin
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise. Rear turn signal light
Tail and rear side marker light
Back-up light
STEP1
STEP2

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Remove the light bulb.Rear turn signal light
Tail and rear side marker light
Back-up light
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
■ License plate light
Remove the cover.
Insert a properly sized screw-
driver into the hole of the cover,
and pry off the cover as shown in
the illustration.
To prevent damaging the vehicle,
wrap the tip of the screwdriver
with tape.
Remove the light bulb.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
STEP3
STEP4
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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Maintenance and care
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Lights other than the above
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by
your Toyota dealer.
● Side turn signal lights
● Stop lights
● High mounted stoplight
■LED light bulbs
The stop lights and high mounted stoplight consist of a number of LEDs. If
any of the LEDs burn out, take your vehi cle to your Toyota dealer to have the
light replaced.
■ Condensation build-up on th e inside of the lens
Contact your Toyota dealer for more information in the following situations.
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does
not indicate a malfunction.
● Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.
● Water has built up inside the headlight.

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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers
■Emergency flashers
If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while the hybrid system is
not operating (while the “READY” indicator is not illuminated), the 12-volt
battery may discharge.
The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the
vehicle has to be stopped in the road due to a breakdown, etc.
Press the switch.
All the turn signal lights will
flash. To turn them off, press
the switch once again.