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When trouble arises
■If the hybrid system overheat warning light comes on or the
warning message indicating overheat is shown on the multi-
information displayStop the vehicle in a safe place.
Stop the hybrid system and carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has cooled down, inspect the hoses and
radiator core (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact
any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “F” and “L”
lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“F” line
“L” line
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
If water was added in an emer-
gency, have the vehicle
inspected at any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and
equipped professional as soon
as possible.
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After stopping the hybrid system and waiting for 5 minutes or
more, start the hybrid system and check for the instrument clus-
ter or multi-information display.
If the hybrid system overheat warning light does not turn off or
the message does not disappear:
Stop the hybrid system and contact any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
If the hybrid system overheat warning light does not come on or
the message is not displayed:
The hybrid system temperature has dropped and the vehicle may
be driven normally.
However, if the warning light comes on again frequently or the message
appears again frequently, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
WARNING
■ When inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.
●If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot.
● After the hybrid system has been turned off, check that the indicator on the
power switch and the “READY” indicator are off.
When the hybrid system is operating, the gasoline engine may automati-
cally start, or the cooling fan may suddenly operate even if the gasoline
engine stops. Do not touch or approach rotating parts such as the fan,
which may lead to fingers or clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler)
getting caught, resulting in serious injury.
● Do not loosen the coolant reservoir cap while the hybrid system and radia-
tor are hot.
High temperature steam or coolant could spray out.
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488What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? (→P. 392)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( →P. 222)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( → P. 387, 400)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( →P. 98)
To stop the alarm, turn the power switch to ON mode or start the hybrid sys-
tem.
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
Vehicles without multi-information display: →P. 154
Vehicles with multi-information display: →P. 414
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 387, 400.
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds (vehicles with
alarm)
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed
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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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Alarm........................................... 98Alarm....................................... 98
Warning buzzer ..................... 387
Anchor brackets ........................ 67
Antenna Smart entry & start system.... 153
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ...................................... 256Function ................................ 256
Warning light ......................... 388
Approach warning ................... 246
Assist grips .............................. 305
Audio input
*
Audio system*
Automatic air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter.............. 357
Automatic air conditioning system ................................ 280
Automatic headlight leveling system .................................... 225Function ................................ 225
Warning light ......................... 391
Automatic light control
system .................................... 224
AUX port
*
Auxiliary boxes ................ 297, 299 Back door ................................. 148
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 372
Wattage ................................ 474
Battery (12-volt battery) Battery checking ................... 337
If the 12-volt battery is discharged .......................... 452
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 274
Warning light ......................... 387
Battery (traction battery)........... 85
Bluetooth
®*
Bottle holders .......................... 295
Brake Fluid ...................................... 472
Parking brake........................ 222
Regenerative braking.............. 82
Warning light ......................... 387
Brake assist ............................. 256
Break-in tips ............................. 197
Brightness control Instrument cluster light control................................. 114
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*: Refer to the “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s Manual”.
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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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Emergency, in case ofIf a warning buzzer sounds ... 387
If a warning light turns on ...... 387
If a warning message is displayed ............................ 400
If the 12-volt battery is discharged .......................... 452
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 450
If the hybrid system will not start..................................... 448
If you have a flat tire...... 417, 431
If you lose your keys ............. 143
If you think something is
wrong.................................. 386
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 462
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 379
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 380
If your vehicle overheats ....... 457
Energy monitor ........................ 133 Engine
Accessory mode ................... 210
Compartment ........................ 327
Engine switch........................ 207
Exhaust gas precautions ........ 80
Hood ..................................... 323
How to start the hybrid system ................................ 207
Identification number ............ 466
If the hybrid system will not start .................................... 448
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 379
Ignition switch (power switch) .................... 207
Overheating .......................... 457
Power switch......................... 207
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 470
Checking ............................... 333
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 274
Engine coolant temperature warning light .......................... 391
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Engine oilCapacity ................................ 467
Checking ............................... 329
Oil pressure warning light ..... 388
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 274
Engine switch........................... 207 Auto power off function ......... 211
Changing the power switch modes................................. 210
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 379
Starting the hybrid system .... 207
Engine switch light (power switch light) ........................... 290
EPS (Electronic Power Steering) Function ................................ 256
Warning light ......................... 388
EV indicator .............................. 116
EV drive mode .......................... 214
Exhaust gas precautions .......... 80 Flat tire.............................. 417, 431
Floor mats .................................. 34
Fluid
Brake .................................... 472
Transmission ........................ 471
Washer ................................. 335
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs..... 369, 372
Switch ................................... 226
Wattage ................................ 474
Footwell lights ......................... 290
Front doors .............................. 144
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs............. 369
Switch ................................... 226
Wattage ................................ 474
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 392
Front position lights Light switch ........................... 223
Replacing light bulbs............. 374
Front seats ............................... 170 Adjustment ............................ 170
Cleaning................................ 315
Correct driving posture ........... 36
Head restraints ..................... 182
Seat heaters ......................... 289
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs............. 371
Turn signal lever ................... 221
Wattage ................................ 474F