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When trouble arises
●If the 12-volt battery discharges while the shift position is in P, it may not be
possible to shift the shift position to other positions. In this case, the vehicle
cannot be towed without lifting both front wheels because the front wheels
will be locked. ( →P. 380)
● When the 12-volt battery is reconnected, start the hybrid system and con-
firm that the shift position can be changed to each position using the shift
position indicator.
■ Charging the 12-volt battery
The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery will discharge gradually even when
the vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of
certain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the 12-volt
battery may discharge, and the hybrid system may be unable to start. (The
12-volt battery recharges automatically while the hybrid system is operating.)
WARNING
■ Avoiding 12-volt battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the 12-volt battery:
● Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that
it is not unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.
● Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” termi-
nal to come into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area,
such as brackets or unpainted metal.
● Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.
● Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the 12-volt battery.
■ 12-volt battery precautions
The 12-volt battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte,
while related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following
precautions when handling the 12-volt battery:
●When working with the 12-volt battery , always wear safety glasses and
take care not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with
skin, clothing or the vehicle body.
● Do not lean over the 12-volt battery.
● In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.
● Always wash your hands after handling the 12-volt battery support, termi-
nals, and other battery-related parts.
● Do not allow children near the 12-volt battery.
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What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●If you lose your mechanical keys, new genuine mechanical keys can be
made by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional. (→P. 141)
●If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional immediately. ( →P. 143)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? ( →P. 361)
●Is the power switch in ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the power switch off. ( →P. 210)
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the electronic key on
your person.
●The function may not operate properly due to the condition of the radio
wave. ( →P. 156)
●Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when the lock is
set. Open the rear door from outside and then unlock the child-protector
lock. ( →P. 147)
If you have a problem, check the following before contacting any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
The doors cannot be locked, unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened
490Alphabetical index
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Alphabetical index
A/C............................................. 280Air conditioning filter.............. 357
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 280
Climate remote control switches.............................. 288
Pollen removal mode ............ 283
ABS
(Anti-lock Brake System) ...... 256Function ................................ 256
Warning light ......................... 388
Air conditioning filter .............. 357
Air conditioning system .......... 280 Air conditioning filter.............. 357
Automatic air conditioning system ................................ 280
Climate remote control switches.............................. 288
Pollen removal mode ............ 283
Air intake vent ............................ 86
Airbag manual on-off system ...................................... 56 Airbags ....................................... 46
Airbag manual on-off system .................................. 56
Airbag operating conditions .... 52
Airbag precautions for your child ...................................... 48
Airbag warning light .............. 388
Correct driving posture ........... 36
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............. 52
Curtain shield airbag precautions........................... 50
General airbag precautions .... 48
Locations of airbags................ 46
Modification and disposal of airbags.................................. 51
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 52
Side airbag precautions .......... 49
Side and curtain shield airbags operating
conditions ............................. 52
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions .............. 50
SRS airbags............................ 46
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Card holder............................... 298
CareAluminum wheels .................. 311
Exterior.................................. 310
Interior ................................... 315
Panoramic roof...................... 314
Radar sensor ................ 254, 269
Seat belts .............................. 316
Cargo hooks ............................. 299
CD player
*
Chains ....................................... 275
Child restraint system ............... 59 Baby seat definition................. 60
Baby seat installation .............. 68
Child seat definition................. 60
Child seat installation .............. 70
Installing CRS with ISOFIX rigid anchors ......................... 74
Installing CRS with seat belt ... 68
Installing CRS with top strap ... 76
Junior seats definition ............. 60
Junior seat installation ............ 72
Child safety ................................ 58 12-volt battery precautions.... 339
Airbag precautions .................. 48
Back door precautions .......... 150
Child restraint system ............. 59
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................... 42
Installing child restraints.......... 67
Power window lock switch .... 191
Power window precautions ... 193 Rear door child-protectors .... 147
Removed key battery
precautions......................... 362
Seat belt precautions .............. 44
Seat heater precautions........ 289
Child-protectors....................... 147
Cleaning Aluminum wheels.................. 311
Exterior ................................. 310
Interior................................... 315
Panoramic roof ..................... 314
Radar sensor ................ 254, 269
Seat belts .............................. 316
Climate remote control ........... 288
Clock ......................................... 303
Condenser ................................ 334
Console box ............................. 294
Coolant Capacity ................................ 470
Checking ............................... 333
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 274
Cooling system ........................ 333 Hybrid system overheating ... 457
Consumption screen ............... 133
Cruise control Cruise control........................ 235
Dynamic radar cruise control................................. 239
Warning messages ............... 403
Cup holders.............................. 295
Curtain shield airbags ............... 46
Customizable features ............ 477
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Daytime running light system .................................... 224
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors ...... 283
Rear window ......................... 283
Windshield ............................ 283
Dimension ................................ 464
Display Drive information ................... 122
Dynamic radar cruise control................................. 239
Energy monitor............... 122,133
Multi-information display ....... 120
Trip information ..................... 115
Warning messages ............... 400
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 321
Door courtesy lights ................ 290 Location ................................ 290
Wattage................................. 474
Doors Back door .............................. 148
Door glasses ......................... 191
Door lock ............................... 144
Open door warning buzzer.... 391
Open door warning light ........ 391
Outside rear view mirrors ...... 189
Rear door child-protectors .... 147
Side doors ............................. 144
Double locking system.............. 97
Drive information ..................... 122
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ......................................... 392 Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 197
Correct posture ....................... 36
Driving in the rain .................. 197
Driving mode select switch ... 255
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 271
Procedures ........................... 196
Winter drive tips .................... 274
Dynamic radar cruise control Function ................................ 239
Warning message ................. 403
ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake System) .... 256
Eco drive mode ........................ 255
Electric motor Location .................................. 81
Specification ......................... 467
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Function ................................ 256
Warning light ......................... 388
Electronic key If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 450
Replacing the battery ............ 361
Electronically Controlled
Brake System (ECB) ............. 256
Emergency brake signal ......... 257
Emergency flashers ................ 378
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*: Refer to the “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s Manual”.
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Seat belts .................................... 38Adjusting the seat belt............. 41
Child restraint system
installation............................. 68
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt ........................ 316
Emergency Locking Retractor............................... 42
How to wear your seat belt ..... 36
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................... 42
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use ......................... 44
Reminder light and buzzer .... 392
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 41
SRS warning light ................. 388
Seat heaters ............................. 289
Seats Adjustment ............ 170, 174, 179
Adjustment precautions ........ 172
Child seats/child restraint system installation .......... 59, 67
Cleaning ................................ 315
Front seats ............................ 170
Head restraint ....................... 182
Properly sitting in the seat....... 36
Seat heaters.......................... 289
Second seats ........................ 174
Third seats ............................ 179 Sensor
Automatic headlight system ................................ 224
Inside rear view mirror .......... 188
Radar sensor ................ 248, 264
Service reminder indicators ............................... 106
Shift lever ................................. 216
Shift lever light......................... 290
Side airbags ............................... 46
Side doors ................................ 144
Side mirrors ............................. 189 Adjustment ............................ 189
Folding .................................. 189
Heaters ................................. 283
Side turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs............. 374
Turn signal lever ................... 221
Smart entry & start system ..... 153 Antenna location ................... 153
Entry functions ...................... 144
Starting the hybrid system .... 207
Warning message ................. 412
Snow tires ................................ 274
Spare tire
Inflation pressure .................. 473
Storage location .................... 418
Spark plug ................................ 470
Specifications .......................... 464
Speech command system
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Speedometer ............................ 112
SRS airbags ............................... 46
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*: Refer to the “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s Manual”.