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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the hybrid system will not start
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. 158, 162)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● Vehicles with a smart key system: The electronic key may not
be functioning properly. ( P. 475)
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ( P. 105)
● Vehicles with immobilizer sy stem: There may be a malfunc-
tion in the immobilizer system. ( P. 1 1 0 )
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
● Vehicles with a smart key syst em: 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)
■ 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. 477)
● The 12-volt battery terminal c onnections may be loose or cor-
roded.

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Alphabetical index
Heaters
Seat heaters ......................... 335
Side mirrors .......................... 245
Hill-start assist control ........... 222
Hood ......................................... 362
Horn .......................................... 178
Hybrid system Emergency shut off system .... 30
Energy monitor/
consumption screen ............. 35
High voltage components ....... 29
Hybrid system indicator ........ 195
“POWER” switch .................. 162
Vehicle Proximity
Notification System .............. 25
I/M test ...................................... 357
Identification Engine .................................. 494
Tire ....................................... 505
Vehicle.................................. 493
Ignition switch ................. 158, 162
Illuminated entry system ........ 321
Immobilizer system ................. 110
Indicator lights ........................ 182
Initialization
Items to initialize ................... 524
Inside rear view mirror.............. 94
Interior lights
Switch ................................... 320
Wattage ................................ 501
iPod .......................................... 266 Jack
Positioning a floor jack ..........364
Vehicle-equipped jack ...........459
Jack handle ..............................459
Keyless entry..............................61
Keys Electronic key ..........................44
Engine switch ................158, 162
If the electronic key does not operate properly............ 475
If you lose your keys .............474
Ignition switch................158, 162
Key battery ............................399
Key number .............................44
Keyless entry...........................61
Keys ........................................44
Mechanical key .......................44
“POWER” switch ...................162
Wireless remote control key ........................................61
Knee airbag ..............................115
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Switch
Cruise control ....................... 215
“ECO MODE” switch ............ 174
Emergency flasher switch .... 426
EV drive mode switch ........... 170
Engine switch ............... 158, 162
Fog light switch..................... 206
Hazard light switch ............... 426
Headlight switch ................... 202
Ignition switch ............... 158, 162
Light switches ....................... 202
Power door lock switch........... 65
“POWER” switch .................. 162
Power window switch ............. 98
Rear window wiper and
washer switch .................... 212
Steering wheel audio
switches ............................. 286
Window lock switch ................ 98
Wiper and washer ........ 208, 212
Tail lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 413
Switch ................................... 202
Wattage ................................ 501
Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system............... 110
Theft prevention labels ......... 112
Theft prevention labels ........... 112
Tire inflation pressure ............ 390
Tire information Glossary ............................... 512
Size ...................................... 508
Tire identification number ..... 507
Uniform tire quality grading ............................... 509 Tires
Chains ...................................230
Checking ...............................382
If you have a flat tire ..............459
Inflation pressure...................390
Inflation pressure sensor .......383
Information ............................505
Replacing ..............................459
Rotating tires .........................382
Size .......................................500
Snow tires .............................230
Spare tire...............................459
Tire pressure warning system ........................382, 435
Tools .........................................459
Total load capacity...................229
Towing Dinghy towing........................236
Emergency towing.................427
Trailer towing.........................235
TRAC .........................................219
Traction control........................219
Transmission Hybrid transmission...............173
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................. 473
Trip information .......................185
Trip meter .................................179
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .............413
Switch....................................176
Wattage .................................501
USB memory ....................266, 274
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 459If you have a flat tire
The hybrid system does not start
P. 471If the hybrid system will not start
P. 1 1 0Immobilizer system
P. 477If the vehicle 12-volt battery is dis-
charged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 473If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The engine coolant temperature
warning light flashes or comes on
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 482If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 474If you lose your keys
The 12-volt battery runs outP. 477If the vehicle 12-volt battery is dis-
charged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 6 5Side doors
P. 7 1Back door
The vehicle is stuck in
mud or sandP. 487If the vehicle becomes stuck
A warning light or indicator light
comes onP. 433If a warning light turns on or a
warning buzzer sounds