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Emergency flashers .......... 552
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ......................... 553
If you think something is
wrong .............................. 563
Fuel pump shut off system
(except hybrid vehicle
[gasoline engine only]).... 564
5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................ 565
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with
a spare tire) .................... 582
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with
an emergency tire
puncture repair kit).......... 594
If the engine will not start
(except hybrid vehicle).... 611
If the hybrid system will not
start (hybrid vehicle) ....... 614
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P (vehicles
with a hybrid transmission
or a Multidrive) ................ 616
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted (vehicles with
a multi-mode manual
transmission) .................. 617If you lose your keys ......... 618
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ....... 619
If the vehicle battery is
discharged
(except hybrid vehicle).... 624
If the vehicle’s 12-volt
battery is discharged
(hybrid vehicle) ............... 631
If your vehicle overheats
(except hybrid vehicle).... 635
If your vehicle overheats
(hybrid vehicle) ............... 639
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls
(diesel engine only) ........ 644
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ............................... 647
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in
an emergency ................. 650

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Emergency flashers
Emergency flashers
Except hybrid vehicle: If the emergency flashers are used for a long time
while the engine is not operating, the battery may discharge.
Hybrid vehicle: If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while
the hybrid system is not operating (while the “READY” indicator is not illu-
minated), 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.

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ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
Electric power steering warning light (warning buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS system.
Slip indicator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC system;
• The TRC system; or
• Hill-start assist control.
(yellow
indicator)Brake system warning light (hybrid vehicle)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The regenerative brake system; or
• The electronically controlled brake system.
(Flashes or
yellow
indicator)Cruise control indicator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.
• Except hybrid vehicle: The light flashes to indicate a mal-
function.
• Hybrid vehicle: The light comes in yellow to indicate a mal-
function.
(Flashes)Stop & Start cancel indicator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the Stop & Start system.
Fuel filter warning light (diesel engine only)
Indicate that the amount of accumulated water in the fuel
filter has reached the specified level. (P. 486)
(Flashes in
yellow for 15
seconds.)Smart entry & start system indicator light (If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the smart entry & start system.
Low traction battery indicator light (hybrid vehicle)
Indicates that the hybrid battery (traction battery) is low.
Warning lightWarning light/Details

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Low engine oil level warn-
ing light (diesel engine
only)
Indicates that engine oil
level is low.Check the level of engine
oil, and add if necessary.
Hybrid system overheat
warning light and warning
buzzer (hybrid vehicle)
Indicates that the hybrid
system has overheated.
This light may come on
when driving under severe
operating conditions. (For
example, when driving up
a long steep hill.)Stop and check. (P. 639)
P position request indica-
tor light (hybrid vehicle)
An attempt was made to
start the hybrid systemShift the shift lever to P.
P position request indica-
tor light and warning
buzzer (hybrid vehicle)
• Indicates that the driver’s
door was opened with the
shift lever in N, D or B.
• Indicates that the hybrid
battery (traction battery)
power has dropped
because a long period of
time has elapsed after
shifting the shift lever to N.• Shift the shift lever to P.
• Shift the shift lever to P and
restart the hybrid system
when starting the vehicle.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure

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Passenger detection sensor and passenger seat belt reminder
If luggage is placed on a passenger seat, the passenger detection sensor
may cause the warning light to flash even if a passenger is not sitting in
the seat.
If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passen-
ger, and the warning light may not operate properly.
Electric power steering warning light (warning buzzer)
Except hybrid vehicle: When the battery charge becomes insufficient or the
voltage temporarily drops, the electric power steering system warning light
may come on and the warning buzzer may sound.
Hybrid vehicle: When the 12-volt battery charge becomes insufficient or the
voltage temporarily drops, the electric power steering system warning light
may come on and the warning buzzer may sound.
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
For some models, the malfunction indicator lamp will come on if the fuel tank
becomes completely empty. If the fuel tank is empty, refuel the vehicle
immediately. The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after several trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off, contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional as soon as possible.
If the engine oil change reminder light flashes (diesel engine with a
DPF system)
Repeated short trips and/or low-speed driving may cause the oil to degrade
sooner than usual, regardless of the actual distance driven. If this happens,
the engine oil change reminder light will flash.
Engine oil change reminder light comes on (diesel engine only)
Vehicles without a DPF system:
Replace the engine oil and oil filter when the engine oil change reminder
light does not come on even if you have driven over 40000 km (25000 miles)
after the engine oil was changed.
There is a possibility that the engine oil change reminder light has been illu-
minated when you have driven less than 40000 km (25000 miles) based on
a usage or driving condition.

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If the engine will not start (except hybrid vehicle)
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures
are being followed (P. 224, 228), consider each of the following
points:
The engine will not start even though the starter motor
operates normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Gasoline engine: Refuel the vehicle.
Diesel engine: (P. 644)
The engine may be flooded. (gasoline engine)
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting proce-
dures. (P. 224, 228)
There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(P. 155)
The starter motor turns over slowly, 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 battery may be discharged. (P. 624)
The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
The starter motor does not turn over. (vehicles with a smart
entry & start system)
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an
electrical problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. How-
ever, an interim measure is available to start the engine.
(P. 612)

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If the hybrid system will not start (hybrid vehicle)
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the
situation. Check the following and perform the appropriate proce-
dure:
The hybrid system will not start even though the correct
starting procedure is being followed. (P. 238, 243)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
Vehicles with an electronic key: The electronic key may not be
functioning properly. (P. 619)
There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. (P. 151)
There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.
(P. 155)
There may be a malfunction in the steering lock 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. 615)
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. 631)
The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or cor-
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Emergency start function (vehicles with an electronic key)
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:
Shift the shift lever to P.
Set the parking brake.
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. Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly 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. 631)
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.