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3-3. Adjusting the seats
WARNING
■When folding the rear seatbacks down
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
● Do not fold the seatbacks down while driving.
● Stop the vehicle on level ground, set the parking brake and shift the shift
lever to P.
● Do not allow anyone to sit on a folded seatback or in the luggage compart-
ment while driving.
● Do not allow children to enter the luggage compartment.
■ Seat adjustment
● To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, do not
recline the seat more than necessary.
If the seat is too reclined, the lap belt may slide past the hips and apply
restraint forces directly to the abdomen, or your neck may contact the
shoulder belt, increasing the risk of death or serious injury in the event of
an accident.
Adjustments should not be made while driving as the seat may unexpect-
edly move and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
● Be careful not to get hands or feet pinched between the rear console box\
and the rear seat when folding down the rear seatback.
■ After returning the rear seatback to the upright position
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
● Make sure the seatback is securely locked by pushing it forward and rear-
ward on the top.
● Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback.
NOTICE
■ Stowing the seat belts
The seat belts and the buckles must be stowed before you fold down the
rear seatbacks. 

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3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
3
Operation of each component
Power windows
The power windows can be opened and closed using the switches.
Operating the switch moves the windows as follows:
Closing
One-touch closing (driver’s win-
dow only)
*
Opening
One-touch opening (driver’s
window only)
*
*
: To stop the window partway, oper- ate the switch in the opposite direc-
tion. 
Press the switch to lock the pas-
senger window switches.
Use this switch to prevent children
from accidentally opening or clos-
ing a passenger window.
■ The power windows can be operated when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■ Operating the power windows afte r turning the hybrid system off
The power windows can be operated for approximately 45 seconds after the
power switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. They cannot,
however, be operated once either front door is opened.
Opening and closing procedures
1
2
3
4
Window lock switch 

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1633-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
3
Operation of each component
WARNING
Observe the following precautions. 
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■Closing the windows
● The driver is responsible for all the power window operations, including the
operation for the passengers. In order to prevent accidental operation,
especially by a child, do not let a child operate the power windows. It is
possible for children and other passengers to have body parts caught in
the power window. Also, when riding with a child, it is recommended to use
the window lock switch. ( →P. 161)
● Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body
in a position where it could be caught when a window is being operated.
● When exiting the vehicle, turn the power switch off, carry the key and exit
the vehicle along with the child. There may be accidental operation, due to
mischief, etc., that may possibly lead to an accident.
■ Jam protection function (driver’s window)
● Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection
function.
● The jam protection function may not work if something gets jammed just
before the window is fully closed. Be careful not to get any part of your
body jammed in the window.
■ Catch protection function (driver’s window)
● Never use any part of your body or clothing to intentionally activate the
catch protection function.
● The catch protection function may not work if something gets caught just
before the window is fully opened. Be careful not to get any part of your
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3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.
■Opening the moon roof
● Do not allow any passengers to put their hands or heads outside the vehi-
cle while it is moving.
● Do not sit on top of the moon roof.
■ Closing the moon roof
● The driver is responsible for moon roof opening and closing operations.
In order to prevent accidental operation, especially by a child, do not let a
child operate the moon roof. It is possible for children and other passen-
gers to have body parts caught in the moon roof. Also, when riding with a
child, it is recommended to use the window lock switch. ( →P. 161)
● Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body
in a position where it could be caught when the moon roof is being oper-
ated.
● When exiting the vehicle, turn the power switch off, carry the key and exit
the vehicle along with the child. There may be accidental operation, due to
mischief, etc., that may possibly lead to an accident.
■ Jam protection function
● Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection
function.
● The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just
before the moon roof fully closes. 

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What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●If you lose your mechanical keys, new mechanical keys can be made by
your Toyota dealer. ( →P. 109)
●If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. ( →P. 112)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? (→P. 518)
●Is the power switch in ON mode? 
When locking the doors, turn the power switch off. ( →P. 199)
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle? 
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the electronic key on
your person.
●The function may not operate properly due to the condition of the radio
wave. (→P. 138)
●Is the child-protector lock set? 
The rear door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when the lock is
set. Open the rear door from outside and then unlock the child-protector
lock. (→P.  1 1 6 )
If you have a problem, check the following before contacting
your Toyota dealer.
The doors cannot be locked,  unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened 

661Alphabetical index
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Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 426Air conditioning filter ............. 516
Automatic air conditioning 
system ......... ....................... 426
Micro dust and pollen filter .... 428
ABS (Anti-lock Brake  System) .................................. 308 Function ................................ 308
Warning light ......................... 548
Air conditioning filter .............. 516
Air conditioning system.......... 426 Air conditioning filter ............. 516
Automatic air conditioning system ......... ....................... 426
Micro dust and pollen filter .... 428
Airbags ....................................... 38 Airbag operating conditions .... 46
Airbag precautions for 
your child .............................. 41
Airbag warning light .............. 547
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Curtain shield airbag  operating conditions ............. 46
Curtain shield airbag  precautions ........................... 43
Front passenger occupant  classification syst em............. 51
General airbag precautions .... 41
Locations of airbags................ 38
Modification and disposal  of airbags.............................. 45
Side airbag operating  conditions ............................. 46
Side airbag precautions .......... 43
Side and curtain shield  airbags operating 
conditions ............................. 46
Side and curtain shield  airbags precautions .............. 43 SRS airbag instructions for 
Canadian owners ............... 647
SRS airbags ........................... 38
All-wheel drive system............ 309
Anchor brackets ........................ 64
Antenna Radio .................................... 350
Smart key system ................. 136
Anti-lock brake system  (ABS) ...................................... 308 Function ................................ 308
Warning light......................... 548
Approach warning Dynamic radar cruise 
control ................................ 271
Armrest..................................... 455
Assist grips .............................. 456
Audio input ...................... 334, 368
Audio system ........................... 329 Audio input.................... 334, 368
AUX port/USB port ....... 334, 368
Bluetooth
® audio .................. 381
CD player.............................. 351
iPod ...................................... 358
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 351
Optimal use .......................... 348
Portable music player ........... 334
Radio .................................... 349
Steering wheel audio  switch ................................. 333
USB memory ........................ 363
Automatic air conditioning  system
Air conditioning filter ............. 516
Automatic air conditioning system .......... ...................... 426
Automatic High Beam ............. 217
Automatic light control  system.................................... 216
AUX port ........................... 334, 368
Auxiliary box ............................ 442
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663Alphabetical index
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Infant seats, installation .......... 66
Installing CRS with LATCH system ..................... 64
Installing CRS with seat  belts ...................................... 66
Installing CRS with top  tether strap ........................... 71
Child safety ................................ 58
12-volt battery precautions ................. 499, 595
Airbag precautions .................. 41
Back door precautions .......... 129
Child restraint system ............. 59
How your child should 
wear the seat belt ................. 34
Installing child restraints ......... 63
Moon roof precautions .......... 166
Power window lock  switch ................................. 161
Power window 
precautions ......................... 163
Rear door child-protectors .... 116
Removed key battery  precautions ......................... 519
Seat belt extender  precautions ........................... 37
Seat belt precautions .............. 35
Seat heater precautions........ 434
Child-protectors....................... 116
Cleaning ........................... 470, 473 Aluminum wheels.................. 471
Exterior ................................. 470
Interior................................... 473
Radar sensor ................ 301, 567
Seat belts .............................. 474
Clock ........................................... 99
Coat hooks ............................... 455
Compass .................................. 464
Condenser ................................ 493
Console box ............................. 440 Coolant ..................................... 492
Capacity................................ 610
Checking............................... 492
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 317
Cooling system Hybrid system overheating ........................ 597
Cruise control Cruise control ....................... 276
Dynamic radar cruise control ................................ 264
Cup holders ............................. 441
Curtain shield airbags............... 38
Customizable features ............ 631
Daytime running light  system.................................... 215
Deck board ............................... 452
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 429
Rear window ......................... 429
Windshield ............................ 428
Dimension ................................ 606
Dinghy towing.......................... 197
Display Dynamic radar cruise control ................................ 264
Energy monitor/consumption 
screen ................................ 101
Intuitive parking assist .......... 281
LDA (Lane Departure Alert  with steering control) .......... 259
Multi-information display ......... 97
Toyota parking assist  monitor
*............................. 281
Warning message................. 556
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 483
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*: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULT IMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”. 

664Alphabetical index
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DoorsAutomatic door locking 
and unlocking system ......... 116
Back door.............................. 119
Door glasses ......................... 161
Door lock....................... 113, 119
Open door warning  buzzer................................. 137
Open door warning  message ............................. 558
Outside rear view mirrors...... 158
Rear door child-protectors .... 116
Side doors............................. 113
Driver’s seat belt reminder 
light......................................... 549
Driver’s seat position  memory .................................. 149
Driving ...................................... 168 Break-in tips .......................... 169
Correct posture ....................... 28
Driving in the rain .................. 169
Driving mode select switch ................................. 206
Hybrid vehicle driving  tips ...................................... 314
Procedures ........................... 168
Winter drive tips .................... 317
Driving position memory ........ 149
Dynamic radar cruise  control .................................... 264
Function ................................ 264
Warning message ................. 558
ECB (Electronically  Controlled Brake  System) .... 308
Eco drive mode ........................ 206
EDR (Event data recorder) ........ 11
E-Four ....................................... 309 Electric Power Steering 
(EPS) ...................................... 308
Function ................................ 308
Warning light......................... 548
Electronically Controlled 
Brake System (ECB) ............. 308
Electronic key .......................... 108 Battery-saving function ......... 137
If the electronic key does 
not operate properly ........... 590
Replacing the battery............ 518
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds................................ 547
If a warning light  turns on .............................. 547
If a warning message is 
displayed ............................ 556
If the 12-volt battery is  discharged.......................... 592
If the electronic key does  not operate properly ........... 590
If the hybrid system will not 
start .................................... 588
If you have a flat tire ............. 576
If you lose your keys ............. 109
If you think something is  wrong ................................. 546
If your vehicle becomes  stuck ................................... 602
If your vehicle has to be  stopped in an 
emergency ......................... 539
If your vehicle needs to be  towed.................................. 540
If your vehicle overheats....... 597
Emergency flashers ................ 538
Energy monitor/consumption  screen .................................... 101
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