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Contin-uous
(5 sec-
onds)
An attempt was made to lock
the doors using the smart key
system while the electronic key
was still inside the vehicle.
Retrieve the electronic key
from the vehicle and lock
the doors again.
Once
Contin-
uous
(5 sec- onds)
An attempt was made to lock
either front door by opening a
door and putting the inside door
lock button into the lock posi-
tion, and then closing the door
while pulling on the outside
door handle with the electronic
key still inside the vehicle.
Retrieve the electronic key
from the vehicle and lock
the doors again.
Once
• The electronic key could not
be detected when the power
switch was pressed after the
doors were unlocked with the
mechanical key.
• The electronic key could not
be detected two consecutive
times when the power switch
was pressed.
Touch the electronic key to
the power switch while
depressing the brake
pedal.
Once
An attempt was made to start
the hybrid system with the shift
lever in a position other than P.
Shift the shift lever to P
and start the hybrid sys-
tem.
Interior
buzzerExterior buzzerWarning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
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When trouble arises
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■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy pla ce or an
audio sound.
Once
The steering lock could not be
released within 3 seconds of
the power switch being
pressed.
Press the power switch
while depressing the brake
pedal and moving the
steering wheel left and
right.
Once
The power switch has been
turned off with the shift lever in
a position other than P.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Once
After the power switch has
been turned off with the shift
lever in a position other than P,
the shift lever has been shifted
to P.
Turn the power switch off.
Interior
buzzerExterior buzzerWarning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
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One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● Vehicles with a smart key system: The electronic key may not be
functioning properly. ( P. 517)
● There may not be sufficient f uel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ( P. 219)
● Vehicles with immobilizer syste m: There may be a malfunction in
the immobilizer system. ( P. 8 6 )
● There may be a malfunction i n the steering lock system.
● Vehicles with a smart key system : The hybrid system may be mal-
functioning due to an electrical problem such as an open circui t or a
blown fuse. However, depending on the type of malfunction, an
interim measure is available to start the hybrid system. (P. 516)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 519)
● The 12-volt battery terminal conn ections may be loose or corroded.
( P. 429)
If the hybrid system will not start
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on
the situation. Check the followi ng and perform the appropriate
procedure:
The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed. ( P. 186, 190)
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does no t
sound or sounds at a low volume.
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Use the mechanical key (P. 1 1 9 )
in order to perform the following
operations (driver’s door only):
Unlocks the doors
Locks all the doors
Turning the key rearward unlocks
the driver’s door. Turning the key
once again within 5 seconds
unlocks the other doors.
Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake pedal.
Touch the Toyota emblem side
of the electronic key to the
power switch.
When the electronic key is
detected, a buzzer sounds and the
power switch will turn to ON mode.
When the smart key system is
deactivated in customization set-
ting, the power switch will turn to
ACCESSORY mode.
If the electronic key does not operate prop-
erly (vehicles with a smar t key system)
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is
interrupted ( P. 141) or the electronic key cannot be used
because the battery is depleted, the smart key system and wire-
less remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors
can be opened and the hybrid system can be started by follow-
ing the procedure below.
Locking and unlocking the doors
1
2
Starting the hybrid system
1
2
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Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that is displayed
on the multi-information display.
Press the power switc h shortly and firmly.
In the event that the power s witch still cannot be operated, co ntact
your Toyota dealer.
■ Stopping the hybrid system
Shift the shift lever to P and press the power switch as you normally do when
stopping the hybrid system.
■ Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommende d that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
( P. 449)
■ Changing power switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the power switch in above.
The hybrid system does not start and modes will be changed each time the
switch is pressed. ( P. 191)
■ If the doors cannot be locked o r unlocked by the smart key syst em
Lock and unlock the doors by the mechanical key or wireless rem ote control.
■ When the electronic key does not work properly
●Make sure that the smart key system has not been deactivated in the cus-
tomization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features: P. 558)
● Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the f unction.
( P. 140)
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4
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■Starting the hybrid system when the 12-volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting.
■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid s ystem is off.
● Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running
at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic .
■ Precautions when the 12-volt batte ry is discharged (vehicles with a
smart key system)
● In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart
key system immediately after the 12-volt battery has been disco nnected and
reconnected. Use the wireless remote control or the mechanical key to lock
or unlock the doors.
● The hybrid system may not start on the first attempt after the 12-volt battery
has recharged but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a
malfunction.
● The power switch mode is memorized by the vehicle. When the 12- volt bat-
tery is reconnected, the system will return to the mode it was in before the
12-volt battery was discharged. Before disconnecting the 12-volt battery,
turn the power switch off.
If the power switch was in ACCESSORY or ON mode before the 12-volt bat-
tery was discharged, the audio system and/or air conditioning system may
operate when the 12-volt battery is reconnected.
■ When the 12-volt battery is removed or discharged
● Information stored in the ECU is cleared. When the 12-volt batt ery is
depleted, have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota dealer.
● Some systems may require initialization. ( P. 563)
■ When removing the 12-vo lt battery terminals
When the 12-volt battery terminals are removed, the information stored in the
ECU is cleared. Before removing the 12-volt battery terminals, contact your
Toyota dealer.
■ Charging the 12-volt battery
The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery will discharge gr adually even when
the vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the dra ining effects of
certain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a lon g time, the 12-volt
battery may discharge, and the hybrid system may be unable to s tart. (The
12-volt battery recharges automatically while the hybrid system is operating.)
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5369-1. Specifications
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Engine number
The engine number is stamped
on the engine block as shown.
Engine
Model
1NZ-FXE
Type4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke 2.95 3.33 in. (75.0 84.7 mm)
Displacement 91.3 cu. in. (1496 cm3)
Valve clearance
(engine cold)Intake: 0.006 0.010 in. (0.15 0.25 mm)
Exhaust: 0.010
0.014 in. (0.25 0.35 mm)
Fuel
Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only
Octane rating 87 (Research octane number 91) or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)9.5 gal. (36 L, 7.9 Imp. gal.)
Electric motor (t
raction motor)
Type Permanent magnet synchronous motor
Maximum output 45 kW
Maximum torque 125 ft•lbf (169 N•m, 17.2 kgf•m)
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Vehicle specifications
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Settings that can be changed using the audio system
Settings that can be changed by your Toyota dealer
Definition of symbols: O = Available, — = Not available
■
Vehicle Proximity No tification System (P. 7 5 )
■Smart key system*1 and wireless remote control (P. 125, 134)
*1: If equipped
*2: Vehicles with a smart key system
Customizable Features
1
2
FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
The volume of Vehicle
Proximity Notification Sys-
tem sound
Level 1
Level 2
—OLevel 3
12
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Operation signal
(Emergency flashers) On Off O O
Operation signal
(Buzzer)
*2On Off — O
Operation buzzer vol-
ume
*2Level 5 Off to level 7 O O
Time elapsed before auto-
matic door lock function is
activated if door is not
opened after being
unlocked 60 seconds
Off
OO
30 seconds
120 seconds
Open door warning
buzzer
*2OnOff —O
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