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When trouble arises
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Starting the hybrid system when the 12-volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting.
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid system is
off.
Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
When the 12-volt battery is removed or discharged
The hybrid system may not start. (P. 409)
If the 12-volt battery is depleted with the shift position in P, it will not be
possible to shift the shift position other than P. In this case, the vehicle
cannot be towed without lifting both front wheels because the front
wheels are locked by the parking lock. (P. 455)
When the 12-volt battery is reconnected, start the hybrid system, depress
the brake pedal, and confirm that it is possible to shift into each shift posi-
tion.
Charging the 12-volt battery
The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery will discharge gradually even
when the vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining
effects of certain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the
12-volt battery may discharge, and the hybrid system may be unable to start.
(The 12-volt battery recharges automatically while the hybrid system is oper-
ating.)

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NOTICE
To avoid damage to the hybrid transmission and other components
Avoid spinning the wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more
than necessary.
If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.

559 Alphabetical index
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Daytime running light
system .................................... 255
Deck board ............................... 371
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 335
Side mirrors........................... 335
Dimensions .............................. 534
Display
Dynamic radar cruise
control ................................. 272
Head-up display .................... 245
Trip information ..................... 233
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 387
Door lock
Back door ................................ 92
Side doors ............................... 89
Smart entry & start system...... 64
Wireless remote control .......... 87
Door pockets ............................ 354
Doors
Back door ................................ 92
Door glasses ......................... 130
Door lock ..................... 64, 87, 89
Rear door child-protector ........ 90
Side doors ............................... 89
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 471
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 195
Correct posture ..................... 151
Procedures............................ 194
Winter driving tips ................. 313Eco drive mode switch............ 218
Electric power steering ........... 291
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 513
Replacing battery .................. 424
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 463
If a warning light turns on...... 463
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 513
If the hybrid system will not
start .................................... 510
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged .......................... 516
If you have a flat tire .... 476, 488
If you lose your keys ............. 512
If you think something is
wrong.................................. 462
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 528
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency.......................... 530
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 455
If your vehicle overheats ....... 522
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 454
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................. 488DE
*: Refer to ““touch screen” Owner’s manual”
or “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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Tail lights
Switch ................................... 253
Talk switch
*
Telephone switch*
Theft deterrent system
Alarm..................................... 145
Double-locking system .......... 143
Immobilizer system ............... 138
Tire inflation pressure ............. 416
Tires
Chains ................................... 315
Checking ............................... 413
Compact spare tire................ 476
If you have a flat tire...... 476, 488
Inflation pressure .................. 416
Replacing .............................. 476
Rotating tires ......................... 413
Size ....................................... 544
Snow tires ............................. 313
Spare tire .............................. 476Tonneau cover ......................... 373
Touch tracer display ............... 247
Tools ................................. 476, 488
Towing
Emergency towing ................ 456
Trailer towing ........................ 317
TRC ........................................... 291
Traction control ....................... 291
Trailer towing ........................... 317
Transmission
Hybrid transmission .............. 216
P position switch ................... 219
Trip information ....................... 233
Trip meter ................................. 229
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 439
Switch ................................... 225
Wattage ................................ 545
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*: Refer to ““touch screen” Owner’s manual”
or “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.