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The brightness of the instrument panel lights (when the headlight 
switch is on) can be adjusted. 
Display the instrument panel light 
control by pressing the display 
change button. ( P. 100) 
Then, press and hold the button. 
Adjust the brightness to the 
desired level by pressing the but- 
ton.
■ The meters and display illuminate when
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system 
The power switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system 
The power switch is in ON mode.
Instrument panel light control 
     
        
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1383-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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■ Notes for the entry function (vehicles with an entry function) 
● Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection areas), 
the system may not operate properly in the following case: 
• The electronic key is too close to the window or outside door handle, near 
the ground, or in a high place w hen the doors are locked or unlocked. 
● Do not leave the electronic key on top of the instrument panel or near the 
door pockets when exiting the vehicle. Depending on the radio wave recep-
tion conditions, it may be detected by the antenna outside the cabin and the 
door will become lockable from the outside, possibly trapping the electronic 
key inside the vehicle. 
● As long as the electronic key is within the effective range, the doors may be 
locked or unlocked by anyone. 
● The doors may unlock if a large amount of water splashes on the door han- 
dle, such as in the rain or in a car wash when the electronic key is within the 
effective range. (The door will automatically be locked after approximately 
30 seconds if the doors are not opened and closed.) 
● Gripping the door handle when wearing a glove may not unlock the door. 
● If the wireless remote control is used to lock the doors when the electronic 
key is near the vehicle, there is a possibility that the door may not be
unlocked by the entry function. (Use the wireless remote control to unlock 
the doors.) 
● A sudden approach to the effective range or door handle may prevent the 
doors from being unlocked. In this case, return the door handle to the origi- 
nal position and check that the doors unlock before pulling the door handle 
again. 
■ Notes for the start function 
● Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection areas), 
the system may not operate properly in the following case: 
• The electronic key is on the inst rument panel, luggage cover (if equipped) 
or floor, or in the door pockets, glove box, accessory box of the instru-
ment panel, or in/near the front cup holder when the hybrid system is 
started or power switch modes are changed. 
● Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be possible to start 
the hybrid system if the electronic key is near the window. 
     
        
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Driving
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WARNING
■When the vehicle is parked 
● Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink cans in 
the vehicle when it is in the sun.  
Doing so may result in the following: 
• Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter or spray can, and may lead to a 
fire. 
• The temperature inside the vehicle may cause the plastic lenses and 
plastic material of glasses to deform or crack.
• Soft drink cans may rupture, causing the contents to spray over the 
interior of the vehicle, and may also cause a short circuit in the vehicle’s 
electrical components.
• Do not leave cigarette lighters in the v ehicle. If a cigarette lighter is in a 
place such as the glove box or on the floor, it may be lit accidentally 
when luggage is loaded or the seat is adjusted, causing a fire. 
● Do not attach adhesive discs to the windshield or windows. Do not place 
containers such as air fresheners on the instrument panel or dashboard. 
Adhesive discs or containers may act as  lenses, causing a fire in the vehi- 
cle. 
● Do not leave a door or window open if the curved glass is coated with a 
metallized film such as a silver-colored one. Reflected sunlight may cause 
the glass to act as a lens, causing a fire. 
● Always apply the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P, stop the hybrid 
system and lock the vehicle.  
Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the “READY” indicator is illumi-
nated. 
When the vehicle is left without applying the parking brake even if the shift 
lever is in P, it may start to move, leading to an accident. 
● Do not touch the exhaust pipes while the “READY” indicator is illuminated 
or immediately after turning the hybrid system off.  
Doing so may cause burns. 
■ When taking a nap in the vehicle 
Always turn the hybrid system off. Otherwise, if you accidentally move the 
shift lever or depress the accelerator pedal, this could cause an accident or
fire due to hybrid system overheating. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked in 
a poorly ventilated area, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle, 
leading to death or a serious health hazard. 
     
        
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Cargo and luggage
Take notice of the following information about storage precau- 
tions, cargo capacity and load:
WARNING
■ Things that must not be carried in the luggage compartment 
The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the luggage compartment: 
● Receptacles containing gasoline 
● Aerosol cans 
■ Storage precautions 
Observe the following precautions.  
Failure to do so may prevent t he pedals from being depressed properly, 
may block the driver’s vision, or may re sult in items hitting the driver or pas- 
sengers, possibly causing an accident. 
● Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever possible. 
● Do not stack anything in the luggage compartment higher than the seat- 
backs. 
● Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations: 
• At the feet of the driver 
• On the front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items) 
• On the luggage cover
• On the instrument panel 
• On the dashboard 
● Secure all items in the occupant compartment. 
● When you fold down the rear seats, long items should not be place directly 
behind the front seats. 
● Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage compartment. It is not designed 
for passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat belts prop-
erly fastened. Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer death or seri- 
ous bodily injury, in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an 
accident. 
■ Load and distribution 
● Do not overload your vehicle. 
● Do not apply loads unevenly.  
Improper loading may cause deterioration of steering or braking control 
which may cause death or serious injury. 
     
        
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3237-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
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■Caring for leather areas 
Toyota recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year to 
maintain the quality of the vehicle’s interior. 
■ Shampooing the carpets 
There are several commercial foaming-type cleaners available. Use a sponge 
or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not use water.
Wipe dirty surfaces and let them dry. Excellent results are obtained by keep- 
ing the carpet as dry as possible. 
■ Seat belts 
Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge. Also 
check the belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.
WARNING
■ Water in the vehicle 
● Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehicle, such as on the floor, in the 
hybrid battery (traction battery) air  vents, and in the rear seat. Doing so 
may cause the hybrid battery, electrical components, etc. to malfunction or 
catch fire. 
● Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet.  
( P. 42) 
An electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or not function 
properly, resulting in death or serious injury. 
■ Cleaning the interior (especially instrument panel) 
Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel may reflect 
off the windshield, obstructing the driver’s view and leading to an accident, 
resulting in death or serious injury. 
     
        
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NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents 
● Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehi- 
cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces: 
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline, 
alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alco- 
hol 
● Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other 
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged. 
■ Preventing damage to leather surfaces 
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of 
leather surfaces: 
● Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately. 
● Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time. 
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer. 
● Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the uphol- 
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly. 
■ Water on the floor 
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water. 
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes 
into contact with electrical components such as the audio system above or
under the floor of the vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust. 
■ When cleaning the inside of the windshield (vehicles with front sensor)  
Be careful not to touch the front sensor ( P. 214). 
If the camera is accidentally scratched or hit, PCS, LDA and Automatic High 
Beam may not operate properly or may cause a malfunction. 
■ Cleaning the inside of the rear window 
● Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause 
damage to the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened
with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in 
strokes running parallel to the heater wires. 
● Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires. 
     
        
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Maintenance and care
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Checking and replacing fuses
Turn the power switch to the “LOCK” position (vehicles without a 
smart entry & start system) or off (vehicles with a smart entry & start 
system). 
Open the fuse box cover.
Engine compartment: type A and B fuse boxes 
Type A fuse box 
Push the tab in and lift the lid off. 
Type B fuse box 
Push the tab in and lift the lid off.
Instrument panel (left-hand drive vehicles) 
Remove the lid.
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may 
have blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as nec- 
essary.
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Instrument panel (right-hand drive vehicles) 
Remove the cover.
Do not pull off the cover using 
excessive force as it is attached
to the footwell light.
Remove the lid. 
Remove the fuse with the pull- 
out tool.
Only type A fuse can be removed 
using the pullout tool.
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