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4817-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors• Do the doors operate smoothly?
Engine hood• Does the engine hood lock system work prop-erly?
Fluid leaks• There should not be any signs of fluid leakageafter the vehicle has been parked.
Tires
• Is the tire inflation pressure correct?
• The tires should not be damaged or exces-
sively worn.
• Have the tires been rotated according to the maintenance schedule?
• The wheel nuts should not be loose.
Windshield wipers/rear
window wiper
• The wiper blades should not show any signs
of cracking, splitting, wear, contamination or
deformation.
• The wiper blades should clear the windshield/ rear window without streaking or skipping.
WARNING
■ If the hybrid system is operating
Turn the hybrid system off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation
before performing maintenance checks.

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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■Situations in which the tire pressure warning system may not oper-
ate properly (if equipped)
●In the following cases, the tire pressure warning system may not operate
properly.
• If non-genuine Toyota wheels are used.
• A tire has been replaced with a tire that is not an OE (Original Equip- ment) tire.
• A tire has been replaced with a tire that is not of the specified size.
• Tire chains etc. are equipped.
• Lock nuts are equipped.
• An auxiliary-supported run- flat tire is equipped.
• If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.
• If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, particularly around the wheels or wheel housings.
• If the tire inflation pressure is extremely higher than the specified level.
• If the spare tire is in a location subject to poor radio wave signal reception.
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• If a large metallic object which ca n interfere with signal reception is
put in the luggage compartment.
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: Vehicles with full-si ze spare tire only
●Performance may be affected in the following situations.
• Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large
display, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or
electrical noise
• When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wireless communication device
●When the vehicle is parked, the time taken for the warning to start or go
off could be extended.
●When tire inflation pressure declines rapidly for example when a tire has
burst, the warning may not function.

5528-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the tire pressure warning system is not functioning (vehicles with
the tire pressure warning system)
The tire pressure warning system will be disabled in the following condi-
tions:
(When the condition be
comes normal, the system will work properly.)
●If tires not equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
are used
●If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is not
registered in the tire pressure warning computer
●If the tire inflation pressure is 70 psi (480 kPa, 4.9 kgf/cm2 or bar) or
higher
The tire pressure warning system may be disabled in the following condi-
tions:
(When the condition be comes normal, the system will work properly.)
●If electronic devices or facilities using similar radio wave frequencies are
nearby
●If a radio set at a similar frequency is in use in the vehicle
●If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed
●If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, particularly around the
wheels or wheel housings
●If non-genuine Toyota wheels are used (Even if you use Toyota wheels,
the tire pressure warning system may not work properly with some types
of tires.)
●If tire chains are used
●If the spare tire is in a location su bject to poor radio wave signal recep-
tion.
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●If a large metallic object which can interfere with signal reception is put
in the luggage compartment.
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: Vehicles with full-size spare tire only
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If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking
for 1 minute (vehicles with the tire pressure warning system)
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1
minute when the power switch is turn ed to ON mode, have it checked by
your Toyota dealer.
■ Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy place or an
audio sound.
■ Customization
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features →P. 639)

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6259-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure
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 infla-
tion 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 vehi-
cle 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
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that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
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659What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Did you press the power switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
(→P. 198)
●Is the shift lever in P? ( →P. 198)
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( →P. 136)
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? (→P. 201)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the hybrid system can be started in a temporary way.
(→P. 591)
●Is the 12-volt battery discharged? ( →P. 592)
●Is the power switch in ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
power switch in ON mode: →P. 209
●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( →P. 201)
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be oper-
ated if the window lock switch is pressed. ( →P. 161)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or ON mode (the hybrid system is not operating) for a period of
time. ( →P. 200)
If you think something is wrong
The hybrid system does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress
the brake pedal
The steering wheel cannot be tu rned after the hybrid system
is stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power
window switches
The power switch is turned off automatically

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
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Warning message................. 556
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 483
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*: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULT IMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

667Alphabetical index
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I/M test ...................................... 482
Identification ............................ 607Engine................................... 608
Vehicle .................................. 607
Ignition switch
(power switch) ....................... 198
Illuminated entry system ........ 438
Immobilizer system ................... 84
Indicators ................................... 88
Initialization Items to initialize ................... 641
Maintenance ......................... 477
Moon roof.............................. 165
Power windows ..................... 162
Tire pressure warning
system ......... ....................... 503
Inside rear view mirror ............ 156
Instrument panel light
control ...................................... 94
Interior lights............................ 436
Switch ................................... 437
Wattage ................................ 614
Intuitive parking assist............ 280
Jack Positioning a floor jack .......... 487
Vehicle-equipped
jack ..................................... 577
Jack handle ...................... 577, 581
Jam protection function
Moon roof.............................. 165
Power back door opener and closer ........................... 126
Power windows ..................... 162 Keyless entry ................... 108, 136
Smart key system ................. 136
Wireless remote control ........ 108
Keys .......................................... 108 Battery-saving function ......... 137
Electronic key ....................... 108
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 590
If you lose your keys ............. 109
Key number plate ................. 108
Keyless entry ................ 108, 136
Keys...................................... 108
Power switch ........................ 198
Replacing the battery............ 518
Warning buzzer .................... 137
Wireless remote control key...................................... 108
LATCH system ........................... 64
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ........... 255
Lever
Auxiliary catch lever.............. 485
Hood lock release lever ........ 485
Shift lever.............................. 205
Turn signal lever ................... 211
Wiper lever ........................... 223
License plate lights ................. 213 Light switch ........................... 213
Replacing light bulbs ............ 533
Wattage ................................ 614
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669Alphabetical index
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Parking assist sensors (intuitive parking assist) ....... 280
Parking brake ........................... 212 Operation .............................. 212
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 547
Warning message ................. 561
Parking lights ........................... 213
Light switch ........................... 213
Replacing light bulbs..... 526, 534
Wattage ................................ 614
PCS (Pre-Collision System) Enabling/disabling the system ......... ....................... 245
Function ................................ 240
Warning light ......................... 548
Warning message ................. 564
Personal lights ......................... 436 Switch ................................... 437
Wattage ................................ 614
Power back door opener and closer .............................. 119
Power control unit coolant ..... 492
Capacity ................................ 610
Checking ............................... 492
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 317
Power outlet ............................. 454
Power steering (Electric Power Steering system) ....... 308
Warning light ......................... 548
Power switch............................ 198
Power windows........................ 161 Catch protection function ...... 162
Jam protection function......... 162
Operation .............................. 161
Window lock switch............... 161 Pre-Collision System (PCS)
Enabling/disabling the
system .......... ...................... 245
Function ................................ 240
Warning light......................... 548
Warning message................. 564
Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise control) ............. 264
Radiator .................................... 493
Radio ........................................ 349
Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS)
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Rear passengers’ seat
belt reminder light................. 549
Rear seat .................................. 146
Adjustment............................ 146
Folding down the rear seatbacks ........................... 147
Rear side marker lights........... 213 Light switch ........................... 213
Replacing light bulbs ............ 530
Wattage ................................ 614
Rear turn signal lights ............ 211 Replacing light bulbs ............ 530
Turn signal lever ................... 211
Wattage ................................ 614
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror .......... 156
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 158
Rear view monitor system ...... 288
Rear window defogger ............ 429
Rear window wiper .................. 227
Refueling .................................. 230 Capacity................................ 608
Fuel types ............................. 608
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 232
Regenerative braking ................ 77
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