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SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
OVERVIEW
5
Main Display
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Clock Display
Transmission shift position indicator
Service indicators and reminders
3 If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” or “Full-Speed Dynamic radar cruise control,”
Section 4-5, 2016 Owner’s Manual.
4 If equipped.
Anti-lock Brake System warning1
Low engine oil pressure warning1
Pre-collision System warning1,2,4
Turn signal indicator Intelligent Parking Assist
4
Slip indicator/Hill-start Assist
Control indicator1,2
Headlight low/
high beam indicator
Immobilizer system indicator
Blind Spot Monitor4
Electric power
steering system warning1
Automatic High Beams1,4
READY indicator
S-APGS indicator4
Front fog light indicator4
ECO Mode indicator
EV Drive Mode indicator
1
If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting hybrid system, there may be a
malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
2 The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2, 2016 Owner’s
Manual .
Cruise control indicator3/
Full-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control3,4
High coolant temperature warning light1
Power Mode indicator
EV indicator
Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS)
OFF indicator1,2,4
Parking brake indicator
Shift position indicators
VSC OFF indicator1
Lane Departure Alert indicator4
Steering Assist indicator4
Smart key system
Brake Overrride System/Drive-Start control/Intelligent
Clearance Sonar4
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) with Steering Assist4
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) Sway Control4
Arrow direction indicates fuel
tank door position
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Hybrid transmission
Driving mode select switch
* The engine brake is the equivalent of downshifting. Shift to “B” when engine
braking is desired (i.e. downhill driving, coasting to a stop, etc.).
Starting your vehicle
The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-controlled gasoline engine
and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of power for the
vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied the braking force
generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery. In addition,
the engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped. The benefits are better fuel
economy, reduced vehicle emissions and improved performance.
NOTE: Fuel consumption and energy information of the hybrid system are shown on the Multi-Information Displays.
Tips for improved fuel economy
- (nsure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner’s Manual.
-When possible, link trips to reduce engine cold starts.
-Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on the highway.
-When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking energy.
-Minimize use of the Air Conditioning.
Hybrid Synergy Drive System
Auto lock/unlock
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in two different modes, or
turned OFF.
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed is approximately 12 mph or higher.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
-Doors unlock when the driver’s door is opened within 10 seconds after turning the
“POWER” switch OFF.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. (1) Depress the brake pedal, and
press the “POWER” switch
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SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
OVERVIEW
11
Hybrid transmission
Driving mode select switch
*
The engine brake is the equivalent of downshifting. Shift to “B” when engine
braking is desired (i.e. downhill driving, coasting to a stop, etc.).
The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-controlled gasoline engine
and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of power for the
vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied the braking force
generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery. In addition,
the engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped. The benefits are better fuel
economy, reduced vehicle emissions and improved performance.
NOTE: Fuel consumption and energy information of the hybrid system are shown on the Multi-Information Displays.
- (nsure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner’s Manual.
-When possible, link trips to reduce engine cold starts.
-Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on the highway.
-When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking energy.
-Minimize use of the Air Conditioning.
Park button
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Engine brake *
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in two different modes, or
turned OFF.
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed is approximately 12 mph or higher.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
-Doors unlock when the driver’s door is opened within 10 seconds after turning the
“POWER” switch OFF.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. (1) Depress the brake pedal, and
press the “POWER” switch
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