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MessageDetailsCorrection procedure
Charging has been
stopped because of the
high energy consumption
of electrical compo-
nents, such as the head-
lights. Switch the electrical
appliance OFF, and
restart charging by fol-
lowing the procedure on
P. 80.
If the message is still
displayed, the 12-volt
battery may have a low
charge.
In this event, turn the
“POWER” switch OFF
approximately 15 min-
utes after starting the
hybrid system, and
restart charging.
Charging has been
stopped because of
extremely low voltage,
possibly caused by the
plug not being inserted
correctly. Check that the plug is
inserted correctly, and
restart charging by fol-
lowing the procedure on
P. 80.
Check that the plug is
not connected to a
power strip and that an
extension cord, multi-
outlet etc. is not being
used.

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MessageDetailsCorrection
procedure
Charging has been
stopped because of a
problem with the charg-
ing cable. If the charging cable is
not a genuine Toyota
product, or if you are
charging using a charg-
ing station (other than a
Toyota dealer), try charg-
ing with a genuine Toyota
charging cable.
If the message is still
displayed, contact your
Toyota dealer.
Charging has stopped
because of the continued
high temperature of the
hybrid battery (traction
battery) (in order to pro-
tect the battery). If the desired charge
level has not been
achieved, restart charg-
ing by following the pro-
cedure on P. 80 after the
hybrid battery (traction
battery) has cooled
down.

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Check the specified tire inflation pressure.
Tire inflation pressure is specified on the label on the driver’s side
pillar as shown. ( P. 619)
Start the hybrid system. ( P. 238)
To inject the sealant and inflate
the tire, turn the compressor
switch on.
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If the hybrid system will not start
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the
situation. Check the following a nd perform the appropriate proce-
dure:
■ The hybrid system will not start even though the correct
starting procedure is being followed ( P. 238)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The charging cable may be attached to the vehicle. ( P. 91)
● The electronic key may not be functioning properly.
*
(  P. 591)
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.
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(  P. 179)
● There may be a malfunction in the P position control system.
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( P. 243, 548)
*: It may not be possible to shift the shift position from P to other posi-
tion.
■ The interior lights and headlight s 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. 594)
● The 12-volt battery terminal c onnections may be loose or cor-
roded.

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Emergency start function
When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to st art the hybrid system if the
“POWER” switch is functioning normally:
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 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. 594)
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
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If the electronic key does not operate properly
Locking and unlocking the doorsUse the mechanical key (P. 105)
in order to perform the following
operations:
Locks all the doors
Unlocks the door
Turning the key rearward unlocks
the driver’s door. Turning the key
once again within 3 seconds
unlocks the other doors.
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is inter-
rupted ( P. 119) or the electronic key cannot be used because the
battery is depleted, the smart key system and wireless remote con-
trol cannot be used. In such cases, the doors can be opened and the
hybrid system can be started by following the procedure below.
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Starting the hybrid systemDepress the brake pedal. Touch the Toyota emblem side of
the electronic key to the
“POWER” switch.
If any of the doors is opened or
closed while the key is being
touched to the switch, an alarm
will sound to indicate that the start
function cannot detect the elec-
tronic key.
Press the “POWER” switch within 10 seconds of the buzzer
sounding, keeping the brake pedal depressed.
In the event that the hybrid system still cannot be operated, contact
your Toyota dealer.
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Stopping the hybrid system
Set the parking brake, shift the shift position to P and press the “POWER”
switch as you normally do when stopping the hybrid system.
■ Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
(P. 493)
■ Changing “POWER” switch modes
Within 10 seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal and
press the “POWER” switch.
The hybrid system does not start and modes will be changed each time the
switch is pressed. ( P. 240)