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LDA indicator (warning buzzer)Indicates that the LDA (Lane D eparture Alert with steering
control) system is not available temporarily or has
detected a malfunction when the warning light is illumi-
nated in yellow and a warning message is displayed on
the multi-information display.
P. 226
High coolant temperature warning light
Changes from a flashing to a solid light when the engine
coolant temperature increases
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place. ( P. 528)
(If equipped)
Automatic headlight leveling system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic headlight leveling
system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Open door warning light (warning buzzer)*2
Indicates that a door is not fully closed
Check that all the doors are closed.
Low fuel level warning light
Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 1.6 gal.
(6.0 L, 1.3 Imp.gal.) or less
Refuel the vehicle.
Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light
(warning buzzer)
*3
Warns the driver and/or front passenger to fasten their
seat belts
Fasten the seat belt.
If the front passenger’s seat is occupied, the front
passenger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to
make the warning light (warning buzzer) turn off.
Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights (warning
buzzer)
*4
Warns the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts
Fasten the seat belt.
Master warning light
A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and
flashes to indicate that the master warning system has
detected a malfunction.
P. 487
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When trouble arises
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and
“LOW” lines on the reservoir.Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the hybrid system and turn the air conditioning system on to
check that the radiator cooling fans operate and to check for
coolant leaks from the radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immedi-
ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking
the fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air con-
ditioning system on and off repeatedly. (The fans may not operate in
freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the hybrid system immediately and contact your Toyota
dealer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer.
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If the hybrid system overheat warning light comes on or the
warning message indicating overheat is shown on the multi-
information display
Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Stop the hybrid system and carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has cooled down, inspect the hoses and
radiator core (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact
your Toyota dealer.
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “F” and “L”
lines on the reservoir.Reservoir
“F” line
“L” line
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
If water was added in an emer-
gency, have the vehicle
inspected at your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.
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602Alphabetical index
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Warning lightsABS....................................... 479
Automatic headlight leveling system ................... 480
Brake Override System......... 151
Brake system ........................ 478
Charging system ................... 478
Drive-Start Control ................ 151
Driver’s seat belt
reminder ............................. 480
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 478
Electric power steering ......... 479
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder ...................... 480
High coolant temperature ..... 480
Low fuel level ........................ 480
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 478
Master warning light.............. 480
Open door ............................. 480
PCS ...................................... 479
Seat belt reminder light ......... 480
Slip indicator ......................... 479
SRS ...................................... 479
Tire pressure......................... 481
Warning messages .................. 487 Washer
Checking............................... 425
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 262
Switch ........................... 192, 194
Washing and waxing ............... 394
Weights Cargo capacity...................... 165
Load limits ............................ 536
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ................. 582
Wheels ...................................... 443 Replacing wheels ................. 506
Size....................................... 543
Window glasses ...................... 146
Window lock switch ................ 146
Windows Power windows..................... 146
Rear window defogger.......... 362
Washer ......................... 192, 194
Windshield wipers ................... 192
Winter driving tips ................... 262
Wireless communication ........ 306
Wireless remote control key .......................................... 110Locking/Unlocking ................ 110
Panic mode........................... 111
Replacing the battery............ 449
WMA disc ................................. 289