5146-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Turns the heated steering wheel
on/off
The indicator in the instrument
cluster comes on when the heated
steering wheel is operating.
●The heated steering wheel can be used when the power switch is in ON
mode.
● The heated steering wheel will automatically turn off after about 30 minutes.
Heats the seat at high tempera-
ture (HI)
Heats the seat at low tempera-
ture (LO)
The indicator light comes on when
one side of the switch is pressed.
To stop the operation, gently press
the other side of the switch.
●The seat heaters can be used when the power switch is in ON mode.
● When not in use, turn off the switch. The indicator light goes off.
● Passenger side operation indicator:
Heated steering wheel (if equipped)
Seat heaters
1
2
Illuminates while the passenger side
seat heater is operating, allowing the
operating condition of the passenger
side seat heater to be checked from the
driver side as well.
6548-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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SRS warning lightIndicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(Red/yellow)
Electric power steering system warning light (warning
buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(Flashes)
PCS warning light
When the warning light flashes (and a buzzer sounds):
Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Collision System)
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
When the warning light flashes (and a buzzer does not
sound):
Indicates that the PCS (Pre-Collision System) is temporar-
ily unavailable, possibly due to either of the following:
• An area around the radar sensor or camera sensor being dirty or covered with condensation, ice, stickers,
etc.
→ Clear the dirt, condensation, ice, stickers, etc.
(→P. 364)
• Radar sensor or camera sensor operational conditions (such as temperature etc.) being not met
→ Driving is possible in th is case. The PCS (Pre-Colli-
sion System) will be enabled if the operational condi-
tions (such as temperature etc.) are met again.
When the warning light is illuminated:
Either the VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system or PCS
(Pre-Collision System) is disabled or both are disabled.
→ To enable the PCS, enable both the VSC system and
PCS. ( →P. 373, 478)
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
6588-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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*1: Brake system warning buzzer:When there is a possible problem that could affect braking performance,
the warning light will come on and a warning buzzer will sound.
*2: Low engine oil pressure warning buzzer: A buzzer also sounds continuously for approximately 30 seconds at maxi-
mum in addition to the low engine oil pressure warning light when the
“READY” indicator is illuminated.
*3: Open door warning buzzer: The open door warning buzzer sounds to alert one or more of the doors is
not fully closed (with the vehicle having reached a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h]).
*4: Driver’s seat belt warning buzzer:The driver’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or
her seat belt is not fastened. Once the power switch is turned to ON mode,
the buzzer sounds for 6 seconds. If the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph
(20 km/h), the buzzer sounds once. If the seat belt is still unfastened after
24 seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently for 6 seconds. Then, if the
seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 90
more seconds.
*5: Front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer:The front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the front
passenger that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds
once if the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is
still unfastened after 24 seconds, the buzzer will sound intermittently for 6
seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a
different tone for 90 more seconds.
*6: Rear passengers’ seat belt warning buzzer:The rear passengers’ seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the rear
passengers that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds
intermittently for 6 seconds after the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph
(20 km/h). Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in
a different tone for 24 more seconds.
*7: This symbol is displayed on the multi-information display.
6598-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact
sensors, side impact sensors (front), side impact sensors (front door\
), side
impact sensors (rear), driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front passenger occu-
pant classification system (ECU and sens ors), “AIR BAG ON” indicator light,
“AIR BAG OFF” indicator light, front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch, seat
belt pretensioner assemblies, airbags, interconnecting wiring and power
sources. ( →P. 36)
■ Front passenger detection sensor, seat belt reminder and warning
buzzer
● If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger de\
tec-
tion sensor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to
sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.
● If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger,
and the warning light may not operate properly.
■ Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
When the 12-volt battery charge becomes insufficient or the voltage tempo-
rarily drops, the electric power steer ing system warning light may come on
and the warning buzzer may sound.
■ If the malfunction indicator la mp comes on while driving
First check the following:
● Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
● Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after several driving trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off even after several trips, con-
tact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
■
When the tire pressure warning light comes on
Inspect the appearance of the tire to check that the tire is not punctured.
If the tire is punctured: → P. 671
If the tire is not punctured:
Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level. Initial-
izing the tire pressure warning syst em will not turn off the tire pressure
warning light.
■The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes
The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes such
as natural air leaks and tire inflat ion pressure changes caused by tem-
perature. In this case, adjusting the ti re inflation pressure will turn off the
warning light (afte r a few minutes).
■Conditions that the tire pressure warning system may not function
properly
→ P. 5 9 9
726
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9-1. Specifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation
pressure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which
a tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall
of the tire
Recommended
inflation pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded
vehicle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant
weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
*
that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
* below
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7419-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
■Seat belt reminder (→P. 658)
■Vehicle customization
●When the Speed linked door locking function and the Shift position linked
door locking function are both on, the door lock operates as follows.
• When shifting the shift position to any position other than P, all the doors
will be locked.
• If the vehicle is started with all the doors locked, the Speed linked door locking function would not operate.
• If the vehicle is started with any door unlocked, the Speed linked door
locking function will operate.
● When the smart key system is off, Smart door unlocking cannot be custom-
ized.
● When the doors remain closed after unlocking the doors and the automatic
door lock function is activated, the signals will be generated in accordance
with the operation signal (buzzer) and the operation signal (emergency
flashers) settings.
■ In the following situati ons, customize mode in which the settings can be
changed through the mu lti-information display will automatically be
turned off.
● The power switch is turned off.
● The vehicle begins to move while the customize mode screen is displayed.
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Vehicle speed linked seat belt
reminder buzzerOnOff––O
WARNING
■Cautions during customization
As the hybrid system needs to be oper ating during customization, ensure
that the vehicle is parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed
area such as a garage, exhaust gases including harmful carbon monoxide
(CO) may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious
health hazard.
NOTICE
■ During customization
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, ensure that the hybrid system is oper-
ating while customizing features.
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763What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Did you press the power switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
(→P. 324)
●Is the shift position in P? ( →P. 331)
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( →P. 279)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the hybrid system can be started in a temporary way.
(→P. 691)
●Is the 12-volt battery discharged? ( →P. 694)
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power windows except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be oper-
ated if the window lock switch is pressed. ( →P. 300)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or ON mode (the hybrid system is not operating) for a
period of time. ( →P. 326)
If you think something is wrong
The hybrid system does not start
The windows do not open or close by operating the power
window switches
The power switch is turned off automatically
768Alphabetical index
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Cargo capacity ......................... 321
Catch protection function ....... 301
CD player
*
Chains....................................... 483
Charging ................................... 102Charging cable...................... 107
Charging equipment ............. 102
Charging indicator................. 106
Charging messages .............. 175
Charging precautions............ 143
Charging procedure .............. 136
Charging time may increase .............................. 126
Charging timer function......... 147
High voltage components ....... 90
Information related to charging display ................. 130
Opening and closing the charging port lid .................. 103
Power sources
precautions ......................... 124
Power sources that can be used.................................... 122
Safety functions ............ 132, 141
When normal charging cannot be carried out.......... 170
Charging cable......................... 107
CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device) ............ 107
If the charging cable
cannot be unlocked ............ 120
Indicator................................. 109
Maintenance ......................... 112
Safety functions .................... 108
Charging port ........................... 102 Opening and closing ............. 103
Smart lid & connector
locking system ..... ............... 113
If the charging port lid does
not open ............................. 116 Child restraint system............... 58
Fixed with a LATCH
system .......... ..................... ... 70
Fixed with a seat belt .............. 64
Front passenger occupant classification syst em ............ 50
Points to remember ................ 58
Riding with children ................ 57
Types of child restraint system installation method ............... 60
Using an anchor bracket......... 73
Child safety ................................ 57 12-volt battery precautions ... 588
Airbag precautions.................. 40
Back door precautions .......... 275
Charging precautions ........... 131
Child restraint system ............. 58
How your child should wear the seat belt ................. 32
Installing child restraints ......... 60
Power window lock switch .... 300
Power window precautions ... 302
Rear door child-protectors .... 270
Removed key battery
precautions......................... 629
Riding with children ................ 57
Seat belt extender precautions........................... 34
Seat belt precautions .............. 69
Seat heater precautions ....... 513
Child-protectors ...................... 270
Cleaning ........................... 556, 561 Aluminum wheels ................. 557
Camera sensor ..................... 365
Exterior ................................. 556
Interior .................................. 561
Radar sensor ........................ 364
Seat belts.............................. 564
Water-repellent coating ........ 557