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Instrument cluster
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The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of
driving-related data.
●Drive information
● Warning messages ( P. 466)
● Energy monitor ( P. 117)
Items displayed can be switched
by pressing the “DISP” switch.
Multi-infor mation di splay (with mono-
chrome display)
Display contents
Drive information
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1102. Instrument cluster
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Customizable items
●
EV Indicator Light
Select to activate/deactiva te the EV Indicator Light.
● Language
Select to change the language on the display.
● Units
Select to change the unit of measure for fuel consumption.
Settings can be changed. (Customizable features: P. 557)
■Setting display automatic cancelation
In the following situations, setting display in which the settings can b\
e
changed through the “DISP” switch will automatically be turned off.
●When a warning message appears while the setting display is displayed
● When the vehicle begins to move while the setting display is displayed
■ Liquid crystal display
Small spots or light spots may appear on the display. This phenomenon is
characteristic of liquid crystal displays, and there is no problem continuing to
use the display.
WARNING
■The information display at low temperatures
Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal
information display. At extremely low temperatures, the display monitor may
respond slowly, and display changes may be delayed.
For example, there is a lag between the driver’s shifting and the new gear
number appearing on the display. This lag could cause the driver to down-
shift again, causing rapid and excessive engine braking and possibly an
accident resulting in death or injury.
■ Cautions during setting up the display
As the hybrid system needs to be running during setting up the display,
ensure that the vehicle is parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a
closed area such as a garage, exhaust gases including harmful carbon
monoxide (CO) may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or
a serious health hazard.
NOTICE
■During setting up the display
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, ensure that the hybrid system is oper-
ating while setting up the display features.
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Warning message display
Select to display warning messages and measures to be taken if a
malfunction is detected. (P. 466)
Settings display
Select to change the meter display settings. ( P. 114)
■
Operating the meter control switches
Enter/Set/Reset
Select an item/change pages
Return to the previous
screen
Press: Displays the screen
registered as the top screen
When no screen has been regis-
tered, the drive information
screen will be displayed.
Press and hold: Registers the currently displayed screen as the
top screen
When the confirmation screen is displayed, select yes to register the
screen. If the selected screen cannot be registered, a registration failure
message will be shown.
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Instrument cluster
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●Speed limit display*
Select to set the display of speed limit information stored in the
navigation system to on with the speed limit caution indicator
(yellow) enabled, on with the sp eed limit caution not enabled, or
off. If enabled, the s peed limit caution indicator will come on if the
vehicle speed exceeds th e displayed speed limit.
● Initialization
Registered or changed meter settings will be deleted or returned
to their default setting.
Settings can be changed. (Customizable features: P. 557)
*: Speed limit display may not be available for some regions.
■Pop-up display
In some situations, such as when a switch operation is performed, a pop-up
display, such as the operating cruise control switch, will be temporarily dis-
played on the multi-information display.
The pop-up display function can be set on/off.
■ Setting display automatic cancelation
In the following situations, setting display in which the settings can b\
e
changed through the meter control switch will automatically be turned off.
●When a warning message appears while the setting display is displayed
● When the vehicle begins to move while the setting display is displayed
■ Liquid crystal display
Small spots or light spots may appear on the display. This phenomenon is
characteristic of liquid crystal displays, and there is no problem continuing to
use the display.
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WARNING
■The information display at low temperatures
Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal
information display. At extremely low temperatures, the display monitor may
respond slowly, and display changes may be delayed.
For example, there is a lag between the driver’s shifting and the new gear
number appearing on the display. This lag could cause the driver to down-
shift again, causing rapid and excessive engine braking and possibly an
accident resulting in death or injury.
■ Cautions during setting up the display
As the engine needs to be running during setting up the display, ensure that
the vehicle is parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed area
such as a garage, exhaust gases including harmful carbon monoxide (CO)
may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious
health hazard.
NOTICE
■During setting up the display
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, ensure that the hybrid system is oper-
ating while setting up the display features.
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1333-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Operation of each component
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Impact detection door lock release system
In the event that the vehicle is subject to a strong impact, all the doors are
unlocked. Depending on the force of the impact or the type of accident, how-
ever, the system may not operate.
■ Using the mechanical key
The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the mechanical key.
(P. 513)
■ Conditions affecting the operation of the smart key system or wireless
remote control
P. 151
■ Customization
Settings (e.g. unlocking function using a key) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 556)
WARNING
■To prevent an accident
Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle.
Failure to do so may result in a door opening and an occupant falling out of
the vehicle, resulting in death or serious injury.
● Ensure that all doors are properly closed and locked.
● Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving.
Be especially careful for the front doors, as the doors may be opened even
if the inside lock buttons are in locked position.
● Set the rear door child-protector locks when children are seated in the rear
seats.
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Operation of each component
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When reconnecting the 12- volt battery or changing a fuse while the back
door is open
To enable the power back door to operate properly, initialize the system by
completely closing the back door manually. If the 12-volt battery is recon-
nected or a fuse is changed while the back door is closed, initializing the sys-
tem is not necessary.
■ Customization
Settings (e.g. power back door opening angle) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 556)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■Before driving
● Make sure that the back door is fully closed. If the back door is not fully
closed, it may open unexpectedly while driving and hit near-by objects or
luggage in the luggage compartment may be thrown out, causing an acci-
dent.
● Do not allow children to play in the luggage compartment.
If a child is accidentally locked in the luggage compartment, they could
have heat exhaustion or other injuries.
● Do not allow a child to open or close the back door.
Doing so may cause the back door to move unexpectedly, or cause the
child’s hands, head, or neck to be caught by the closing back door.
■ Important points while driving
Never let anyone sit in the luggage compartment. In the event of sudden
braking, sudden swerving or a collision, they are susceptible to death or
serious injury.
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WARNING
■Operating the back door
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause parts of the body to be caught, resulting in death
or serious injury.
● Remove any heavy loads, such as snow and ice, from the back door
before opening it. Failure to do so may cause the back door to suddenly
shut again after it is opened.
● When opening or closing the back door, thoroughly check to make sure
the surrounding area is safe.
● If anyone is in the vicinity, make sure they are safe and let them know that
the back door is about to open or close.
● Use caution when opening or closing the back door in windy weather as it
may move abruptly in strong wind.
● Do not pull on the back door spindle to close the back door, and do not
hang on the back door spindle.
Doing so may cause hands to be caught or the back door spindle to break,
causing an accident.
■ Back door closer
● Use caution when using the back door closer as it still operates when the
power back door system is canceled.
●When closing the back door, take extra
care to prevent your fingers etc. from
being caught.
●In the event that the back door is left
slightly open, the back door closer will
automatically close it to the fully closed
position. It takes several seconds
before the back door closer begins to
operate. Be careful not to catch fingers
or anything else in the back door, as this
may cause bone fractures or other seri-
ous injuries.