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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. 175)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The electronic key may not be functioning properly.
*
( P. 479)
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ( P. 3 8 )
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.
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( P. 1 1 9 )
● There may be a malfunction in the P position control system.
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( P. 180, 447, 448)
*: It may not be possible to shift the shift position from P to other posi-
tion.
■ 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. 481)
● The 12-volt battery terminal c onnections may be loose or cor-
roded.
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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the electronic key does not operate properly
Locking and unlocking the doorsUse the mechanical key (P. 54)
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. 65) 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.
STEP 1
STEP 2
■ 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. 407)
■ 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. 177)
STEP 3
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/CAir conditioning filter .............. 405
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 278
ABS ........................................... 250
Air conditioning filter............... 405
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter .............. 405
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 278
Steering wheel climate remote control switches ...... 291
Airbags Airbag operating conditions............................ 128
Airbag precautions for your child .................................... 132
Airbag warning light............... 446
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions............ 128
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ......................... 132
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 138
General airbag precautions ......................... 132
Knee airbag ........................... 124
Locations of airbags .............. 124
Modification and disposal of airbags ............................ 137
Proper driving posture ........... 122
Side airbag operating conditions............................ 128
Side airbag precautions ........ 132
Side and curtain shield airbags operating
conditions............................ 128
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions ............ 132
SRS airbags .......................... 124
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners. ............... 538 Antenna .................................... 354
Anti-lock brake system ........... 250
Armrest ..................................... 319
Assist grips .............................. 324
Audio input
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Audio remote control switches*
Audio system*
Audio/video system*
Automatic air conditioning
systemAir conditioning filter.............. 405
Air conditioning system ......... 278
Automatic air conditioning system ................................ 278
Steering wheel climate
remote control switches ...... 291
Automatic headlight leveling system .................................... 218
Automatic light control system .................................... 213
AUX port
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Auxiliary box .................... 310, 328
Back door
Back door ................................ 79
Smart key system .. ................. 57
Wireless remote control .......... 72
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 420
Wattage................................. 506
Battery Checking ............................... 384
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged .......................... 481
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 271
A
B
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Bluetooth®*
Bottle holders .......................... 309
Brake
Fluid...................................... 503
Parking brake ....................... 195
Brake assist ............................. 250
Break-in tips ............................ 165
Brightness control Instrument panel light
control ................................ 199
Camera
*
Care Exterior ................................. 348
Interior .................................. 352
Seat belts ............................. 353
Cargo capacity ........................ 270
Cargo hooks ............................ 327
CD player
*
Chains ...................................... 272
Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition ....... 144
Booster seats, installation .... 153
Convertible seats, definition............................. 144
Convertible seats, installation .......................... 153
Front passenger occupant classification system .......... 138
Infant seats, definition .......... 144
Infant seats, installation ........ 153
Installing child restraint system with LATCH
anchors .............................. 150
Installing child restraint system with seat belts ........ 153
Installing child restraint system with top tether
strap ................................... 158 Child safety
Airbag precautions ................132
Back door precautions ............81
Child restraint system............144
Child-protectors .......................75
How your child should wear the seat belt ........................102
Installing child restraints ........149
Panoramic roof precautions .........................322
Power window lock switch.....112
Power window precautions .........................114
Removed electronic key battery precautions .............408
Seat belt extender precautions .........................106
Seat belt precautions ............103
Seat heater precautions ........318
12-volt battery
precautions .........................386
Child-protectors .........................75
Cleaning
Exterior ..................................348
Interior ...................................352
Seat belts ..............................353
Clock .........................................314
Condenser ................................379
Console box .............................306
Cooling system Engine overheating ...............487
Hybrid system overheating....487
Cruise control Cruise control ........................229
Dynamic radar cruise
control .................................233
Cup holders ..............................307
Curtain shield airbags .............124
Customizable features.............525
C
*: Refer to “DISPLAY AUDI O SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”
or “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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Daytime running light system .................................... 216
Deck board ............................... 327
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 293
Side mirrors ........................... 293
Dimensions............................... 496
Dinghy towing .......................... 276
Display Dynamic radar cruise control ................................. 233
Trip information ..................... 201
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 363
Door lock Back door ................................79
Side doors ...............................74
Smart key system... .................57
Wireless remote control ..........72
Door pockets ............................ 311
Doors Back door ................................79
Door glasses ......................... 112
Door lock ..................... 57, 72, 74
Rear door child-protector ........75
Side doors ...............................74
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ......................................... 451
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 165
Correct posture ..................... 122
Procedures ............................ 164
Winter driving tips.................. 271 Eco drive mode switch ............ 187
Electric power steering ........... 250
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 479
Replacing battery .................. 407
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds ................................ 444
If a warning light turns on ...... 444
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 479
If the hybrid system will not start............................... 476
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged .......................... 481
If you have a flat tire ............. 462
If you lose your keys ............. 478
If you think something is wrong .................................. 443
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 491
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency .......................... 493
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 437
If your vehicle overheats ....... 487
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 436DE
558 Alphabetical index
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Panoramic roofSun shade ............................. 320
Washing precautions............. 351
Parking brake ........................... 195
Parking lights Switch.................................... 213
PCS............................................ 256
Personal lights Switch.................................... 301
Wattage ................................. 506
Power outlets ........................... 315
“POWER” switch...................... 175
Power windows ........................ 112
Pre-collision system ................256
Radar cruise control system .................................... 233
Radiator .................................... 379
Radio
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Radio data system*
RDS*
Rear seats Adjustment ..............................88
Folding down ...........................89
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 420
Wattage ................................. 506
Rear view mirror............... 108, 110
Rear view monitor system
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Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ............................... 293
Rear window wiper and
washer .................................... 226
Replacing Electronic key battery ............ 407
Fuses .................................... 409
Light bulbs ............................. 420
Tires ...................................... 462
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ............................ 534
Roof shades ............................. 320 Safety Connect......................... 339
Seat belt reminder light ........... 451
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt............. 98
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) .................................. 101
Child restraint system installation........................... 149
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belt ........................ 353
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ................................. 101
How to wear your seat belt ..... 95
How your child should wear the seat belt ........................ 102
Pre-collision seat belts .......... 256
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use ............ 101
Reminder light ....................... 451
Seat belt comfort guide ........... 99
Seat belt extenders ............... 102
Seat belt hangers .................... 90
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners .......... 535
Seat belt pretensioners ......... 100
Seat heaters ............................. 317
Seating capacity ...................... 270
P
R
S
561
Alphabetical index
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Warning buzzers
Brake system........................ 444
Open door ........................... 450
Seat belt reminder ................ 451
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system
(ABS) ................................. 446
Automatic headlight leveling system .... .............. 448
Brake system................ 444, 447
Charging system .... .............. 445
Cruise control ....................... 448
Electric power steering
system................................ 446
High coolant temperature ..... 445
Hybrid system....................... 445
Hybrid system overheat........ 449
LED headlights ..................... 448
Low engine oil pressure ....... 445
Low fuel level........................ 451
Low hybrid battery (traction battery) ................. 449
Low tire pressure .................. 451
Malfunction indicator lamp ................................... 446
Open door ............................ 450
Parking lock system ............. 447
P position request................. 449
Pre-collision system ............. 447
Radar cruise control. ............ 448
Seat belt warning light .......... 451
Slip indicator ......................... 447
Smart key system ... .............. 459
SRS airbags ......................... 446
Tire pressure warning
light .................................... 451 Warning message
Parking lock system ..............448
Washer
Checking ...............................382
Preparing and checking before winter .......................271
Switch....................................221
Washing and waxing ...............348
Weight Cargo capacity ......................270
Load limits .............................270
Weight ...................................496
Wheels ......................................402
Window glasses .......................112
Window lock switch .................112
Windows Power windows .....................112
Rear window defogger ..........293
Washer ..................................221
Windshield wipers ...................221
Winter driving tips ...................271
Wireless remote control key Locking/Unlocking ...................72
Replacing the battery ............407
WMA disc
*
W
*: Refer to “DISPLAY AUDI O SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”
or “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.