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*1:For EV mode operating conditions, see P. 40.
*2:If EV mode has been canceled because of insufficient hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) charge, a warning message will not be shown on the multi-
information display and the buzzer will not sound.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure
EV mode cannot be switched
to.*1
A buzzer also sounds.
The reason why EV mode
cannot be used is shown
(may not be shown in some
instances.)
Use the EV mode
when it becomes
available.
*2
(Flashes
3 times)
EV mode has been automati-
cally canceled.*1
A buzzer also sounds.*2
The reason why EV mode
cannot be used is shown.
Use EV mode after
making it avail-
able, for example
by lowering the set
temperature of the
heater.
The fuel filler door has been
left open.
Tighten the fuel
tank cap and close
the fuel filler door.
The charging port lid is open.Close the charging
port lid.
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Have the malfunction repaired immediately.
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning message and light turn off.
Interior
buzzer
Exterior
buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure
Once⎯
(Comes on for 15 seconds.)
(Flashes)
The electronic
key is not
detected when
attempting to
start the hybrid
system.
Confirm
the loca-
tion of the
electronic
key.
Once 3 times
(Flashes)
An open door
other than the
driver’s door is
closed while the
electronic key is
outside the
detection range
and the
“POWER”
switch is in
ACCESSORY
or ON mode.
Confirm
the loca-
tion of the
electronic
key.
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Interior
buzzer
Exterior
buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure
Contin-
uous
Contin-
uous
(Displayed alternately)
(Flashes)
The driver’s
door is opened
and closed
while the elec-
tronic key is out-
side the
detection range
and the
“POWER”
switch is in
ACCESSORY
or ON mode
with the shift
position not in P.
•Shift the
shift posi-
tion to P.
•Confirm
the loca-
tion of the
electronic
key.
Once⎯
(Comes on for 15 seconds.)
The electronic
key battery is
low.
Replace
the bat-
tery.
(→P. 4 9 6 )
Once⎯
(Flashes)
An open door
has been
closed and the
“POWER”
switch has been
turned twice to
the ACCES-
SORY mode
from OFF.
Press the
“POWER”
switch
while
applying
the
brakes.
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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 start 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
To y o t a d e a l e r .
■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. 5 9 7 )
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
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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. 4 9 6 )
■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. 2 4 2 )
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Star t th e en gine o f the se co nd vehicle. In cre ase th e e ngine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately
5minutes to charge the battery of your vehicle.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start
the hybrid system of your vehicle by turning the “POWER”
switch to ON mode.
Make sure the “READY” indicator comes on. If the indicator
light does not come on, contact your Toyota dealer.
Once the hybrid system has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order from which they were con-
nected.
Close the exclusive jump starting terminal cover, and rein-
stall the fuse box cover to its original position.
When installing, first hook the fuse box cover onto the two rear
tabs.
Once the hybrid system starts, have the vehicle inspected at
your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6
STEP7
STEP8
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ItemFunctionDefault set-
ting
Custom-
ized
setting
Meter and
instrument
panel
(→P. 2 5 9 )
Sensor sensitiv-
ity for darkening
the brightness of
the meter, navi-
gation system
and instrument
panel depend-
ing on the out-
side brightness
0 -2 to +2 – – O
Sensor sensitiv-
ity for returning
the brightness of
the meter, navi-
gation system
and instrument
panel to the orig-
inal level
depending on
the outside
brightness
0 -2 to +2 – – O
Automatic
air
conditioning
system
(→P. 3 6 0 )
Enable/disable
automatic
operation of the
air conditioning
compressor
when the
“AUTO” switch
ON
ON OFF – O O
Heating/cooling
operation mini-
mized in Eco
drive mode
ON OFF – – O
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Alphabetical index
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Daytime running light
system ................................... 297
Deck board............................... 405
Defogger
Rear window......................... 377
Side mirrors .......................... 377
Dimensions .............................. 614
Dinghy towing ......................... 357
Display
Dynamic radar cruise
control ................................ 314
Multi-information ................... 268
Warning messages............... 548
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 442
Door lock
Back door ............................. 144
Side doors ............................ 138
Smart key system ................. 112
Wireless remote control........ 136
Doors
Back door ............................. 144
Door glasses ........................ 175
Door lock .............. 112, 136, 138
Rear door child-protector...... 139
Side doors ............................ 138
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ........................................ 539
Driving
Break-in tips ......................... 228
Correct posture..................... 185
Procedures ........................... 226
Winter driving tips ................. 351
Eco drive mode switch ............249
Electric power steering ...........330
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not
operate properly..................594
Replacing battery ..................496
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer
sounds ................................535
If a warning light turns on ......535
If the electronic key does not
operate properly..................594
If the hybrid system will not
start .....................................591
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ..........................597
If you have a flat tire .............569
If you lose your keys .............593
If you think something is
wrong ..................................534
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................608
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency ..........................610
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ..................................527
If your vehicle overheats .......603
Emergency flashers
Switch....................................526
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