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Install the new bulb.
Stop/tail light
Rear turn signal light
Turn and secure the bulb
base.
Stop/tail light
Rear turn signal light
Install the cover.
Align the cover claws with
the notches.
Press the cover until it is
fixed.
■License plate light
Remove the cover.
Insert a properly sized screw-
driver into the hole of the cover,
and ply off the cover as shown
in the illustration.
To prevent damaging the vehi-
cle, wrap the screwdriver with a
tape.
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Remove the light bulb.
Install the new bulb.
Install the cover.
Insert a properly sized screw-
driver into one of the holes,
push the screwdriver until click-
ing sound is heard. Repeat for
the other hole.
Make sure that the cover is
secured by pressing on the
entire cover.
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■Back-up light/rear fog light
Remove the clip and partly
remove the cover.
Pull the center section of the clip
and the remove and pull out the
lock.
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
After installing the new bulb,
reinstall the clip.
When installing the clip, insert
the clip in and push the center of
the clip.
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■Replacing the following bulbs
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
● Front position lights and daytime running lights (LED type)
● Stop/tail lights (LED type)
● High mounted stoplight
■LED Lights
The front position lights and daytime running lights (LED type), stop/tail lights
(LED type) and high mounted stoplight consists of a number of LEDs. If any
of the LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional to have the light
replaced.
If one or more LEDs in a stop light burn out, your vehicle may not conform to
local laws (ECE).
■ Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does not
indicate a malfunction. Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional for more information in the
following situations:
● Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.
● Water has built up inside the headlight.
■ When replacing light bulbs
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WARNING
■Replacing light bulbs
● Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after
turning off the lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
● Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is
unavoidable to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth
to avoid getting moisture and oils on the bulb.
Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.
● Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
■ To prevent damage or fire
● Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
● Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.
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8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 386
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in
an emergency .................. 387
8-2. Steps to take in
an emergency
If your vehicle needs to
be towed .......................... 389
If you think something is
wrong ............................... 395
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 396
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with
a spare tire) ..................... 407
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with
an emergency tire
puncture repair kit)........... 422
If the hybrid system will
not start............................ 438
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P .................. 440
If the electronic key does
not operate properly
(vehicles with a smart
entry & start system)........ 441
If the vehicle 12-volt
battery is discharged ....... 443
If your vehicle overheats .... 448
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................ 453
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Emergency flashers
Press the switch.
All the turn signal lights will flash.
To turn them off, press the switch
once again.
■ Emergency flashers
If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while the hybrid system is
not operating (while the “READY” indicato r is not illuminated), the 12-volt bat-
tery may discharge.
The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the
vehicle has to be stopped in the road to a breakdown, etc.
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If you think something is wrong
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● High engine coolant temperature warning light flashes or comes on
● Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system
● Engine misfire, stumbling or running roughly
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches
the floor
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle proba-
bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms