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7-2. Maintenance
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal• The accelerator pedal should move smoothly(without uneven pedal effort or catching).
Hybrid transmission
“Park” mechanism• When parked on a slope and the shift positionis in P, is the vehicle securely stopped?
Brake pedal
• Does the brake pedal move smoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have appropriate clear-
ance from the floor? ( P. 556)
• Does the brake pedal have the correct amount of free play? ( P. 556)
Brakes
• The vehicle should not pull to one side when
the brakes are applied.
• The brakes should work effectively.
• The brake pedal should not feel spongy.
• The brake pedal should not get too close to the floor when the brakes are applied.
Head restraints• Do the head restraints move smoothly andlock securely?
Indicators/buzzers• Do the indicators and buzzers function prop-erly?
Lights• Do all the lights come on?
Parking brake
• Does the parking brake pedal movesmoothly?
• When parked on a slope and the parking brake is on, is the vehicle securely stopped?
Seat belts• Do the seat belts operate smoothly?
• The seat belts should not be damaged.
Seats• Do the seat controls operate properly?
Steering wheel
• Does the steering wheel rotate smoothly?
• Does the steering wheel have the correctamount of free play?
• There should not be any strange sounds com- ing from the steering wheel.

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When trouble arises
8-1. Essential information
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency
Steadily step on the brake pedal wi th both feet and firmly depress it.
Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the effort
required to slow the vehicle.
Shift the shift position to N.
If the shift position is shifted to N
After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Stop the hybrid system.
If the shift position cannot be shifted to N
Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle
speed as much as possible.
To stop the hybrid system,
press and hold the power
switch for 2 consecutive sec-
onds or more, or press it briefly
3 times or more in succession.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop
the vehicle in the normal way, st op the vehicle using the follow-
ing procedure:
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Press and hold for 2 seconds or more,
or press briefly for 3 times or more
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WARNING
■ If the hybrid system has to be turned off while driving
Power assist for the steering wheel will be lost, making the steering wheel
heavier to turn. Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the hybrid
system.
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4848-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency
towing eyelet. This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads
for short distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
Take out the towing eyelet. ( P. 519)
Remove the eyelet cover using
a flathead screwdriver.
To protect the bodywork, place a
rag between the screwdriver and
the vehicle body as shown in the
illustration.
Insert the towing eyelet into the
hole and tighten partially by
hand.
Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel nut
wrench or hard metal bar.
Emergency towing
Emergency towing procedure
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4858-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Securely attach a cable or chain to the towing eyelet.
Take care not to damage the vehicle body.
Enter the vehicle being towed and start the hybrid system.
If the hybrid system does not start, turn the power switch to ON mode.
Shift the shift position to N and release the parking brake.
■While towing
If the hybrid system is off, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not
function, making steering and braking more difficult.
■ Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is installed in luggage compartment. ( P. 519)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When towing the vehicle
■ While towing
● When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place
excessive stress on the towing eyelet, cables or chains. The towing eyelet,
cables or chains may become damaged, broken debris may hit people and
cause serious damage.
● Do not turn the power switch off.
This may lead to an accident as the front wheels will be locked by the
parking lock.
■ Installing towing eyelet to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelet is installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelet may come loose during towing.
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Be sure to transport the vehicle with the
front wheels raised or with all four wheels
raised off the ground. If the vehicle is
towed with the front wheels contacting
the ground, the drivetrain and related
parts may be damaged or electricity gen-
erated by the operation of the motor may
cause a fire to occur depending on the
nature of the damage or malfunction.

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WARNING
■If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact your Toyota
dealer. The vehicle will become extremely unstable during braking, and the
ABS system may fail, which could cause an accident resulting in death or
serious injury.
■ When the electric power steerin g system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavie r than usual when operating, hold
firmly and operate using more force than usual.
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If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause a loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres-
sure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires.
If a tire is flat, change it with th e spare tire and have the flat tire
repaired by the nearest Toyota dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

5028-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Warning message and warning buzzer list
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(If equipped)
Indicates that:
• There is a high possibility of a frontal collision;
or
• The pre-collision braking function is operatingA buzzer also sounds.
 Slow the vehicle by applying the brakes.
(If equipped)
Indicates that your vehicle is nearing the vehicle
ahead (in vehicle-to-vehicle distance control
mode)
A buzzer also sounds.
 Slow the vehicle by applying the brakes.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the (when LDA control is operating)
Lane Departure Alert
When the vehicle deviates from its lane, the line
on the side the vehicle deviates from flashes
amber.
A buzzer also sounds.
 After checking the safety of the surround-
ings, operate the steering wheel and return
the vehicle to within the lane.
Indicates that the accelerator pedal is depressed
while the shift position is in N
A buzzer also sounds.
 Release the accelerator pedal and shift the
shift position to D or R.
Indicates that the accelerator pedal is depressed
to stop the vehicle on an upward slope etc.
A buzzer also sounds. If this continues, the
hybrid system may overheat.
 Release the accelerator pedal and depress
the brake pedal.
(Flashes)
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602Alphabetical index
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AntennaSmart key system ................. 130
Radio .................................... 289
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ...................................... 244
Function ................................ 244
Warning light ......................... 489
Approach warning ................... 217
Armrest ..................................... 385
Assist grips .............................. 386
Audio input............................... 271
Audio system
(Eutune Audio) ...................... 267 Antenna ................................ 289
Audio input ............................ 271
AUX port ............................... 306
Basic operations ................... 272
Bluetooth
® audio................... 319
CD player .............................. 290
iPod....................................... 296
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 290
Optimal use........................... 286
Portable music player ........... 271
Radio .................................... 288
Steering wheel audio switches.............................. 270
USB memory ........................ 301
Audio system (Eutune Premium Audio with Navigation)
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Automatic air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............. 455
Automatic air conditioning system ......... ....................... 362 Automatic door locking
and unlocking systems ........ 123
Automatic headlight leveling system ..................... 190
Automatic High Beam ............. 192
Automatic light control
system.................................... 190
AUX port ................................... 271
Auxiliary boxes ................ 378, 380
Back door ................................. 125
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 474
Wattage ................................ 558
Battery (12-volt battery) Battery checking ................... 437
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged.......................... 536
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 261
Warning light......................... 488
Battery (traction battery) .......... 77
Bluetooth
®............................... 350
Audio system ....... ................. 319
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ............. 321
Registering/removing a Bluetooth
® device ........... 313
Selecting a Bluetooth®
device ................................. 315
Wireless communication....... 308
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613Alphabetical index
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SeatsAdjustment .................... 137, 141
Adjustment precautions ........ 139
Child seats/child restraint system installation .......... 58, 62
Cleaning................................ 408
Front seats ............................ 137
Head restraint ....................... 144
Properly sitting in the seat ...... 30
Seat heaters ......................... 370
Sensor
Automatic headlight system ......... ....................... 190
Automatic High Beam
system ......... ....................... 192
Inside rear view mirror .......... 149
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ................................... 225
Radar sensor ................ 219, 253
Service reminder indicators ..... 86
Shift lever ................................. 179
Shift lever light......................... 371
Side airbags ............................... 41
Side doors ................................ 120
Side marker lights
Light switch ........................... 187
Replacing light bulbs..... 470, 476
Wattage ................................ 558
Side mirrors ............................. 150 Adjustment ............................ 150
Folding .................................. 150
Heaters ................................. 364 Smart key system .................... 130
Antenna location ................... 130
Entry functions ...................... 120
Starting the hybrid system .... 172
Warning message................. 514
Snow tires ................................ 261
“SOS” button ........................... 396
Spare tire Inflation pressure .................. 557
Storage location.................... 519
Spark plug ................................ 555
Specifications .......................... 550
Speedometer.............................. 92
SRS airbags ............................... 41
Steering wheel
Adjustment............................ 146
Audio switches...................... 270
DISP button ............................ 94
Meter control switches .......... 100
Telephone switches .............. 335
TRIP button ............................ 93
Stop/tail lights.......................... 476
Storage feature ........................ 374
Storage precautions................ 374