
5358-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
WARNING
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that the spare tire provided is specifically designed for use
with your vehicle. Do not use your spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one compact spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shift-
ing operations that cause sudden engine braking.
■When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following sys-
tems may not operate correctly:
■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact
spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Fail-
ure to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or
serious injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in
their storage location to reduce the po ssibility of personal injury during a
collision or sudden braking.
• ABS & Brake assist
• VSC
•TRAC
• Cruise control
*
• Dynamic radar cruise control*
• Pre-collision system*
• EPS
• Rear view monitor system
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert)
*
• Navigation system*
• Automatic High beam*
*
: If equipped

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*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 44.1 lbf (196 N,20.0 kgf) while the hybrid system is operating.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.5 lbf (300 N,30.6 kgf).
Transmission
Fluid capacity*3.6 qt. (3.4 L, 3.0 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■ Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may ulti-
mately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Brakes
Pedal clearance*12.95 in. (75 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04 — 0.24 in. (1.0 — 6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear
limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*28 — 11 clicks
Fluid typeFMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

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Vehicle specifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sureTire 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 pres-
sureThe 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 automatic
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 con-
ditioning and additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight
150 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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AntennaSmart key system ................. 130
Radio .................................... 292
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ...................................... 248
Function ................................ 248
Warning light ......................... 493
Approach warning ................... 221
Armrest ..................................... 389
Assist grips .............................. 390
Audio input............................... 277
Audio system
(Entune Audio) ...................... 273Antenna ................................ 292
Audio input ............................ 277
AUX port ............................... 309
Basic operations ................... 278
Bluetooth
® audio................... 321
CD player .............................. 293
iPod....................................... 299
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 293
Optimal use........................... 290
Portable music player ........... 277
Radio .................................... 291
Steering wheel audio switches.............................. 276
USB memory ........................ 304
Audio system (Entune Premium Audio with Navigation)
*
Automatic air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ............. 460
Automatic air conditioning system ......... ....................... 366 Automatic door locking
and unlocking systems ........ 123
Automatic headlight leveling system ..................... 194
Automatic High Beam ............. 196
Automatic light control
system.................................... 194
AUX port ................................... 277
Auxiliary boxes ................ 382, 384
Back door ................................. 125
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 479
Wattage ................................ 562
Battery (12-volt battery) Battery checking ................... 442
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged.......................... 541
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 265
Warning light......................... 492
Battery (traction battery) .......... 78
Bluetooth
®............................... 352
Audio system ....... ................. 321
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ............. 323
Registering/removing a Bluetooth
® device ........... 315
Selecting a Bluetooth®
device ................................. 317
Wireless communication....... 310
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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DoorsAutomatic door locking
and unlocking system ......... 123
Back door.............................. 125
Door glasses ......................... 153
Door lock............................... 120
Open door warning buzzer ... 495
Open door warning light........ 495
Outside rear view mirrors...... 151
Rear door child-protectors .... 123
Side doors............................. 120
Drive information ..................... 102
Driver’s seat belt reminder light......................................... 496
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 159
Correct posture ....................... 30
Driving in the rain .................. 159
Driving mode select switch ................................. 247
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 262
Procedures ........................... 158
Winter drive tips .................... 265
Dynamic radar cruise control Function ................................ 216
Warning message ......... 508, 509 ECB (Electronically
Controlled Brake System) .... 248
Eco drive mode........................ 247
EDR (Event data recorder)........ 11
Electric motor Location .................................. 74
Specification ......................... 556
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Function ................................ 248
Warning light......................... 493
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 539
Replacing the battery............ 464
Electronically Controlled Brake System (ECB) ............. 248
Emergency flashers ................ 484
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds................................ 492
If a warning light turns on ..... 492
If a warning message is displayed ............................ 506
If the 12-volt battery is discharged.......................... 541
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 539
If the hybrid system will not start .............................. 537E

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If you have a flat tire ............. 524
If you lose your keys ............. 119
If you think something is wrong .............................. 491
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 551
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency.......................... 485
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 486
If your vehicle overheats ....... 546
Energy monitor ................ 102, 108
Engine Accessory mode ................... 177
Compartment ........................ 428
Engine switch........................ 174
Exhaust gas precautions ........ 73
Hood ..................................... 424
How to start the hybrid system ......... ....................... 174
Identification number ............ 556
If the hybrid system will not start .............................. 537
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency.......................... 485
Ignition switch (power switch) .................... 174
Overheating .......................... 546
Power switch......................... 174 Engine coolant
Capacity................................ 559
Checking............................... 434
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 265
Engine coolant temperature warning light.......................... 495
Engine oil
Capacity................................ 557
Checking............................... 430
Oil pressure warning light ..... 492
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 265
Engine switch .......................... 174
Auto power off function ......... 178
Changing the power switch modes ..................... 177
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ......................... 485
Starting the hybrid system .... 174
Engine switch light (power switch light) .............. 375
EPS (Electronic Power Steering)Function ................................ 248
Warning light......................... 493
EV indicator ............................... 96
EV drive mode ......................... 181
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 11
Exhaust gas precautions .......... 73

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P position switch ..................... 184
Panic mode .............................. 117
Parking brakeOperation .............................. 190
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 497
Parking lights Light switch ........................... 191
Replacing light bulbs..... 474, 481
Wattage ................................ 562
Parking lock ............................. 184
PCS (Pre-Collision system)
Function ................................ 255
PCS switch ........................... 256
Warning light ......................... 493
Warning message ......... 509, 511
Personal lights ......................... 375
Switch ................................... 376
Wattage ................................ 562
Power control unit coolant
Capacity ................................ 559
Checking ............................... 434
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 265
Radiator ................................ 436
Power outlets ........................... 388
Power steering (Electric Power Steering system) ....... 248Warning light ......................... 493 Power switch ........................... 174
Auto power off function ......... 178
Changing the power
switch modes ..................... 177
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency ......................... 485
Starting the hybrid system .... 174
Power switch light ................... 375
Power windows Jam protection function ........ 154
Operation .............................. 153
Window lock switch .............. 153
Pre-Collision System (PCS)
Function ................................ 255
PCS switch ........................... 256
Warning light......................... 493
Warning message......... 509, 511
Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise
control)................................... 216
Radiator .................................... 436
Radio ........................................ 291
Rear seat .................................. 142
Rear side marker lights Light switch ........................... 191
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SeatsAdjustment .................... 138, 142
Adjustment precautions ........ 140
Child seats/child restraint system installation .......... 59, 63
Cleaning................................ 412
Front seats ............................ 138
Head restraint ....................... 145
Properly sitting in the seat ...... 30
Seat heaters ......................... 374
Sensor
Automatic headlight system ......... ....................... 194
Automatic High Beam
system ......... ....................... 196
Inside rear view mirror .......... 150
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ................................... 229
Radar sensor ................ 223, 257
Service reminder indicators ..... 86
Shift lever ................................. 183
Shift lever light......................... 375
Side airbags ............................... 41
Side doors ................................ 120
Side marker lights
Light switch ........................... 191
Replacing light bulbs..... 475, 481
Wattage ................................ 562
Side mirrors ............................. 151 Adjustment ............................ 151
Folding .................................. 151
Heaters ................................. 368 Smart key system .................... 130
Antenna location ................... 130
Entry functions ...................... 120
Starting the hybrid system .... 174
Warning message................. 519
Snow tires ................................ 265
“SOS” button ........................... 400
Spare tire Inflation pressure .................. 561
Storage location.................... 525
Spark plug ................................ 559
Specifications .......................... 554
Speedometer.............................. 92
SRS airbags ............................... 41
Steering wheel
Adjustment............................ 147
Audio switches...................... 276
DISP button ............................ 94
Meter control switches .......... 100
Telephone switches .............. 337
TRIP button ............................ 93
Stop/tail lights.......................... 481
Storage feature ........................ 378
Storage precautions................ 378