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3-4. Using the storage features
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Interior features
Console box
Pull up the lever to release the
lock.
Lift the console box lid to
open.
CAUTION
■While driving
Keep the console box closed when not is use. In the event of sudden brak-
ing or sudden swerving, an accident may occur due to an occupant being
struck by the open console box or the items stored inside.
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3-5. Other interior features
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Interior features
Garage door opener∗
The garage door opener (HomeLink® Universal Transceiver) is manufac-
tured under license from HomeLink®.
Programming the HomeLink® (for U.S.A. owners)
The HomeLink® compatible transceiver in your vehicle has 3 buttons
which can be programmed to operate 3 different devices. Refer to the
programming method below appropriate for the device.
Buttons
Indicator light
∗: If equipped
The garage door opener can be programmed to operate garage
doors, gates, entry doors, door locks, home lighting systems, secu-
rity systems, and other devices.

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3-5. Other interior features
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■Programming an entry gate (for U.S.A. owners)/Programming
a devices in the Canadian market
Place the remote control transmitter 1 to 3 in. (25 to 75 mm)
away from the HomeLink® buttons.
Keep the HomeLink® indicator light in view while programming.
Press and hold the selected HomeLink® button.
Repeatedly press and release (cycle) the remote control
transmitter for 2 seconds each until step 4 is completed.
When the HomeLink® indicator light starts to flash rapidly,
release the buttons.
Te s t t h e H o m e L i n k® operation by pressing the newly pro-
grammed button. Check to see if the gate/device operates
correctly.
Repeat the steps above to program another device for any of
the remaining HomeLink® buttons.
■Programming other devices
To p r o g r a m o t h e r d e v i c e s s u c h as home security systems, home
door locks and lighting, contact your Toyota dealer for assistance.
■Reprogramming a button
The individual HomeLink® buttons cannot be erased but can be
reprogrammed. To reprogram a button, follow the “Reprogramming
a HomeLink® button” instructions.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
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4-1. Maintenance and care
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■When using a car wash
If the door handle becomes wet while the electronic key is within the effec-
tive range, the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. Place the key in a posi-
tion 6 ft. (2 m) or more separate from the vehicle while the vehicle is being
washed. (Take care to ensure that the key is not stolen.)
■Aluminum wheels
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use
hard brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical
cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
●Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after
driving for long distance in the hot weather.
●Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
■Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
CAUTION
■When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may
cause the electrical components etc. to catch fire.
■While charging
Do not wash the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the electrical components to malfunction or catch fire
and also you may get an electric shock that may result in death or serious
injury.
■Precautions regarding the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled
sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.

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4-2. Maintenance
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Head restraints•Do the head restraints move
smoothly and lock securely?
Indicators/buzzers•Do the indicators and buzzers
function properly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
Parking brake
•Does the parking brake pedal
move smoothly?
•When parked on a slope and the
parking brake is on, is the vehicle
securely stopped?
Seat belts
• Do the seat belts operate
smoothly?
•The seat belts should not be dam-
aged.
Seats•Do the seat controls operate
properly?
Steering wheel
•Does the steering wheel rotate
smoothly?
•Does the steering wheel have the
correct amount of free play?
•There should not be any strange
sounds coming from the steering
wheel.
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Ve h i c l e e x t e r i o r
Charging equipment
ItemsCheck points
Doors • Do the doors operate smoothly?
Engine hood•Does the engine hood lock sys-
tem work properly?
Fluid leaks
•There should not be any signs of
fluid leakage after the vehicle has
been parked.
Tires
•Is the tire inflation pressure cor-
rect?
•The tires should not be dam-
aged or excessively worn.
•Have the tires been rotated
according to the maintenance
schedule?
•The wheel nuts should not be
loose.
ItemsCheck points
Charging cable
•Check that the electrical leakage
detection function operates prop-
erly. (→P. 1 0 3 )
CAUTION
■If the hybrid system is operating
Turn the hybrid system off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation
before performing maintenance checks.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Hood
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
Pull the hood lock release
lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Pull up the auxiliary catch
lever and lift the hood.
STEP 1
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
■Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehicle is in motion
and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
■After installing the support rod into the slot
Make sure the rod supports the hood securely from falling down on to your
head or body.
Hold the hood open by insert-
ing the supporting rod into
either of the slots.
Use the forward slot to open
the hood normally, or use the
rearward slot when the hood
needs to be opened wide.
STEP 3