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6-2. Using the interior lights
Turns the door position on
When the front interior light main
switch is in the off position, the rear
interior light will not turn on even if
the door is opened with the rear
interior light switch in door position.
Turns the light on
●Illuminated entry system: The lights automatically turn on/off according to
power switch mode, the presence of the electronic key, whether the doors
are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors are opened/closed.
● If the interior lights remain on when the power switch is turned off, the light
will go off automatically after 20 minutes.
● Settings (e.g. the time elapsed before the lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 559)
Rear interior light
1
2
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not leave the lights on longer than
necessary when the hybrid system is off.
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6-4. Using the other interior features
Other interior features
To set the visor in the forward
position, flip it down.
To set the visor in the side posi-
tion, flip down, unhook, and
swing it to the side.
Slide the cover to open.
The light turns on when the cover
is opened.
If the vanity light remain on when the power switch is turned off, the light will
go off automatically after 20 minutes.
Sun visors
1
2
Vanity mirrors
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not leave the vanity lights on for
extended periods while the hybrid system is off.
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7-2. Maintenance
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal• The accelerator pedal should move smoothly(without uneven pedal effort or catching).
Hybrid transmission
“Park” mechanism• When parked on a slope and the shift position
is in P, is the vehicle securely stopped?
Brake pedal
• Does the brake pedal move smoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have appropriate clear-ance from the floor? ( P. 542)
• Does the brake pedal have the correct amount of free play? ( P. 542)
Brakes
• The vehicle should not pull to one side when
the brakes are applied.
• The brakes should work effectively.
• The brake pedal should not feel spongy.
• The brake pedal should not get too close to the floor when the brakes are applied.
Head restraints• Do the head restraints move smoothly andlock securely?
Indicators/buzzers• Do the indicators and buzzers function prop-erly?
Lights• Do all the lights come on?
Parking brake
• Does the parking brake pedal movesmoothly?
• When parked on a slope and the parking brake is on, is the vehicle securely stopped?
Seat belts• Do the seat belts operate smoothly?
• The seat belts should not be damaged.
Seats• Do the seat controls operate properly?
Steering wheel
• Does the steering wheel rotate smoothly?
• Does the steering wheel have the correct
amount of free play?
• There should not be any strange sounds com- ing from the steering wheel.
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When trouble arises
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the hybrid system will not start
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The electronic key may not be functioning properly.
* ( P. 521)
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ( P. 8 0 )
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.
* ( P. 83)
● There may be a malfunction in the shift control system.
*
( P. 171, 489)
● The hybrid system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical prob-
lem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. How-
ever, depending on the type of malfunction, an interim measure is
available to start the hybrid system. ( P. 520)
*: It may not be possible to shift the shift position other than P.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 523)
● The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
( P. 427)
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on
the situation. Check the following and perform the appropriate
procedure:
The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed. ( P. 168)
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.
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One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 523)
● One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be disconnected.
( P. 427)
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the power
switch is functioning normally.
Do not use this starting procedure except in cases of emergency. Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift position to P.
Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the power switch for about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer.
The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
Emergency start function
1
2
3
4
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9-1. Specifications
Light bulbs
Light bulbsBulb No.WTy p e
Exterior
Halogen headlights*
Low beam
High beam/daytime running
lightsH11
HB355
60A
B
Fog lights*H1619C
Front turn signal lights Halogen headlights
LED headlights
7444NA
WY21W28
21D
D
Front side marker lights (vehi-
cles with halogen headlights)W5W5E
Parking lights (vehicles with
halogen headlights)W5W5E
Rear turn signal lightsWY21W21D
Back-up lightsW21W21E
License plate lightsW5W5E
Interior
Vanity lights8E
Personal/interior lights Vehicles without
panoramic roof
Vehicles with
panoramic roof
5
8E
E
Rear interior light8F
Door courtesy lights5E
Luggage compartment light5E
A: H11 halogen bulbs
B: HB3 halogen bulbs
C: H16 halogen bulbs
D: Wedge base bulbs (amber) E: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
F: Double end bulbs
*: If equipped
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5639-2. Customization
9
Vehicle specifications
■Illumination (P. 368)
*: if equipped
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Time elapsed before the
interior lights turn off 15 secondsOff
–OO
7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the
power switch is turned
off
OnOff––O
Operation when the
doors are unlocked with
the smart key system or
the wireless remote con-
trol function or the
mechanical key
OnOff––O
Operation when you
approach the vehicle
with the electronic key
on your person
OnOff––O
Footwell lighting*OnOff––O
Footwell lighting control*OnOff––O
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Child-protectors....................... 117
CleaningAluminum wheels.................. 395
Exterior ................................. 394
Interior................................... 398
Panoramic roof ..................... 397
Radar sensor ........................ 201
Seat belts .............................. 399
Clock ................................... 90, 381
Condenser................................ 421
Console box ............................. 372
Coolant Capacity ................................ 541
Checking ............................... 419
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 262
Cooling system ........................ 419
Hybrid system overheating......................... 528
Consumption screen ............... 103
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control................................. 227
Cup holders.............................. 373
Curtain shield airbags ............... 41
Customizable features ............ 559 Daytime running light
system.................................... 183
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors ..... 362
Rear window ......................... 362
Windshield ............................ 362
Dimension ................................ 536
Dinghy towing.......................... 167
Display Drive information .................... 96
Dynamic radar cruise control ................................ 227
Energy monitor ............... 96, 103
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)................................... 217
Multi-information display ......... 94
Trip information....................... 92
Warning messages ............... 487
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 407
Door courtesy lights ............... 368 Location ................................ 368
Wattage ................................ 544D