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1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid system features ......... 38
Hybrid system precautions ... 43
Energy monitor/consumption
screen ................................. 49
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 58
1-2. Key information
Keys ...................................... 61
1-3. Opening, closing and locking
the doors
Smart entry & start system ... 64
Wireless remote control ........ 87
Side doors............................. 89
Back door.............................. 92
1-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ............................ 98
Second seats ...................... 102
Third seats .......................... 108
Head restraints ................... 112
Seat belts ............................ 115
Steering wheel .................... 125
Inside rear view mirror ........ 126
Outside rear view mirrors.... 1281-5. Opening and closing
the windows
Power windows .................. 130
1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap ................................... 134
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system ............ 138
Double locking system ....... 143
Alarm .................................. 145
1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture ....... 151
SRS airbags ....................... 153
Airbag manual on-off
system.............................. 166
Child restraint systems ....... 168
Installing child restraints ..... 179
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1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid system features ....... 38
Hybrid system
precautions ....................... 43
Energy monitor/
consumption screen ......... 49
Hybrid vehicle driving
tips .................................... 58
1-2. Key information
Keys.................................... 61
1-3. Opening, closing and
locking the doors
Smart entry & start
system .............................. 64
Wireless remote control ...... 87
Side doors .......................... 89
Back door ........................... 921-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats .......................... 98
Second seats .................... 102
Third seats ........................ 108
Head restraints ................. 112
Seat belts .......................... 115
Steering wheel .................. 125
Inside rear view mirror ...... 126
Outside rear view
mirrors ............................ 128
1-5. Opening and closing the
windows
Power windows ................. 130
1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap .................................. 134
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system ........... 138
Double locking system ...... 143
Alarm ................................ 145
1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture ..... 151
SRS airbags...................... 153
Airbag manual on-off
system ............................ 166
Child restraint systems ..... 168
Installing child restraints ... 179
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1-2. Key information
Keys
Using the mechanical key
To take out the mechanical key,
push the release button and take
the key out.
After using the mechanical key,
store it in the electronic key. Carry
the mechanical key together with
the electronic key. If the electronic
key battery is depleted or the
entry function does not operate
properly, you will need the
mechanical key. (P. 513)
The following keys are provided with the vehicle.
Electronic keys
• Operating the smart entry &
start system (P. 64)
• Operating the wireless
remote control function
(P. 87)
Mechanical keys
Key number plate
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Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
Battery-saving function
The battery-saving function will be activated in order to prevent the elec-
tronic key battery and the 12-volt battery from being discharged while the
vehicle is not in operation for a long time.
In the following situations, the smart entry & start system may take some
time to unlock the doors.
• The electronic key has been left in an area of approximately 2 m (6 ft.)
of the outside of the vehicle for 10 minutes or longer.
• The smart entry & start system has not been used for 5 days or longer.
If the smart entry & start system has not been used for 14 days or longer,
the doors cannot be unlocked at any doors except the driver’s door. In
this case, take hold of the driver’s door handle, or use the wireless
remote control or the mechanical key, to unlock the doors.
AlarmSituationCorrection procedure
Interior alarm
pings continu-
ouslyThe “POWER” switch was
turned to ACCESSORY
mode while the driver’s
door was open (or the
driver’s door was opened
while the “POWER” switch
was in ACCESSORY
mode)Close the driver’s
door, or turn the
“POWER” switch off
The driver’s door is open
with the shift position in RClose the driver’s
door, shift the shift
position to P, or turn
the “POWER” switch
off
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Conditions affecting operation
The smart entry & start system, wireless remote control and immobilizer sys-
tem use weak radio waves. In the following situations, the communication
between the electronic key and the vehicle may be affected, preventing the
smart entry & start system, wireless remote control and immobilizer system
from operating properly. (Ways of coping: P. 513)
When the electronic key battery is depleted
Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electri-
cal noise
When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication devices
When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
When other wireless key (that emit radio waves) is being used nearby
When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that
emit radio waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio
waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to
the rear window
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Note for the entry function
Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection
areas), the system may not operate properly in the following cases:
• The electronic key is too close to the window or outside door handle,
near the ground, or in a high place when the doors are locked or
unlocked.
• The electronic key is on the instrument panel, luggage cover, floor, or in
the door pockets or glove box when the hybrid system is started or
“POWER” switch modes are changed.
Do not leave the electronic key on top of the instrument panel or near the
door pockets when exiting the vehicle. Depending on the radio wave
reception conditions, it may be detected by the antenna outside the cabin
and the door will become lockable from the outside, possibly trapping the
electronic key inside the vehicle.
As long as the electronic key is within the effective range, the doors may
be locked or unlocked by anyone.
Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be possible to
start the hybrid system if the electronic key is near the window.
The doors may unlock if a large amount of water splashes on the door
handle, such as in the rain or in a car wash when the electronic key is
within the effective range. (The door will automatically be locked after
approximately 30 seconds if the doors are not opened and closed.)
If the wireless remote control is used to lock the doors when the elec-
tronic key is near the vehicle, there is a possibility that the door may not
be unlocked by the entry function. (Use the wireless remote control to
unlock the doors.)
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If the smart entry & start system does not operate properly
Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the mechanical key. (P. 513)
Starting the hybrid system: P. 514
Electronic key battery depletion
The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years.
As the electronic key always receives radio waves, the battery will
become depleted even if the electronic key is not used. The following
symptoms indicate that the electronic key battery may be depleted.
Replace the battery when necessary. (P. 424)
• The smart entry & start system or the wireless remote control does not
operate.
• The detection area becomes smaller.
• The LED indicator on the key surface does not turn on.
To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 1 m
(3 ft.) of the following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field:
•TVs
• Personal computers
• Cellular phones, cordless phones and battery chargers
• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones
• Induction cookers
• Table lamps
When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
P. 424
Customization
Settings (e.g. smart entry & start system) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 548)
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Intrusion sensor (if equipped)
The intrusion sensor detects intruders or movement in the vehicle.
When an intruder or movement is detected, the alarm will be trig-
gered.
The intrusion sensor can be canceled using the cancel switch.
This system is designed to deter and prevent vehicle theft but does
not guarantee absolute security against all intrusions.
Canceling the intrusion sensor
Turn the “POWER” switch off
and press the intrusion sensor
cancel switch.
Pressing the switch again will re-
enable the intrusion sensor.
The intrusion sensor will revert to
on each time the “POWER”
switch is turned to ON mode.
Deactivating or stopping the alarm
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm:
Unlock the doors using the entry function or wireless remote
control.
Start the hybrid system. (The alarm will be deactivated or
stopped after a few seconds.)