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When installing, insert the wiper
rubber in the direction opposite
that used during the removal
procedure until the wiper rubber
becomes locked and stops
moving.
Check the direction the wiper rub-
ber is facing before installing.
After installing the wiper rubber,
install the wiper blade to the wiper
arm and secure the stopper.
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Rear
With the wiper extended,
remove the wiper rubber.
Install the 2 metal plates from the
removed wiper rubber to the
replacement wiper rubber so that
the cutouts are facing inward.
When installing, insert the wiper
rubber as shown in the illustra-
tion.
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2
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Maintenance and care
■Front fog lightsRemove the fender liner bolts
and pull down the fender
liner.
Unplug the connector while
pressing the lock release.
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Replacing light bulbs
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2
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Set the new light bulb.
Align the 3 tabs on the light bulb
with the mounting, and insert.
Turn it clockwise to set.
Set the connector.
After installing the connector,
shake the bulb base gently to
check that it is not loose, turn
the fog lights on once and visu-
ally confirm that no light is leak-
ing through the mounting.
Reinstall the fender liner
bolts.
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■Front turn signal lightsTurn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
1
2
3
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Rear turn signal lights and back-up/rear fog light
Open the back door and
remove the cover.
To prevent damage, cover the
tip of the screwdriver with a rag.
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise. Rear turn signal light
Back-up/rear fog light
Remove the light bulb. Rear turn signal light
Back-up/rear fog light
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
1
2
1
2
3
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2
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■License plate lightsOpen the back door and
remove the cover.
To prevent damage, cover the
tip of the screwdriver with a rag.
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
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2
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WARNING
■ Replacing light bulbs
●Be sure to stop the hybrid system and 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 t he 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.
● Do not attempt to repair or disassemble light bulbs, connectors, electric
circuits or component parts.
Doing so may result in death or serious injury due to electric shock.
■ 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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If your vehicle needs to be towed
In the following situations, it is not possible to be towed by another
vehicle using cables or chains, as the front wheels may be locked due
to the parking lock. Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer,
or another duly qualified and equipped professional or commercial
towing service.
●There is a malfunction in the shift control system. ( →P. 389, 402)
● There is a malfunction in the immobilizer system. ( →P. 9 1 )
● There is a malfunction in the smart entry & start system. ( →P. 450)
● The 12-volt battery is discharged. ( →P. 452)
The following may indicate a problem with your hybrid transmission.
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional or commercial towing service
before towing.
● The hybrid system warning light turns on or the hybrid system
warning message is displayed on the multi-information display and
the vehicle does not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle
towed by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional or commercial towing
service, using a wheel-lift type truck or flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/
provincial and local laws.
Situations when it is not possible to be towed by another vehicle
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing