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Interior features
The clock can be adjusted by pressing the buttons.
Adjusts the hours
Adjusts the minutes
Rounds to the nearest hour*
*: e.g. 1:00 to 1:29 1:00
1:30 to 1:59 2:00
●The clock is displayed when the power switch is in ACCESSORY or ON
mode.
● Even after the power switch has been turned off, the time will continue to be
displayed for approximately 30 seconds or until a door is locked.
Clock
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2
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WARNING
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become el ectrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury, observe the following precautions.
■ When working on the engine compartment
● Make sure that the “POWER ON” on the multi-information display or the
smart entry & start system indicator, and the “READY” indicator are both
off.
● Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, power control unit, radiator, exhaust
manifold, etc. right after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids
may also be hot.
● Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the
engine compartment.
● Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes
are flammable.
● Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces. If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the
affected area with clean water immediately. If you still experience discom-
fort, consult a doctor.
■ When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the power switch is off.
With the power switch in ON mode, the electric cooling fans may automati-
cally start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature
is high. ( P. 386)
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc.
from getting in your eyes.
NOTICE
■ If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air.
■ If the brake fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious problem.
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7-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 434
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ....................... 435
If the vehicle is trapped in
rising water ...................... 436
7-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ...................... 437
If you think something is
wrong ............................... 443
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 444
If a warning message is
displayed ......................... 458
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with spare
tire) .................................. 478
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles without spare
tire) .................................. 492
If the hybrid system will
not start............................ 509
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........ 511
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ....................... 513
If your vehicle
overheats ......................... 518
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................ 523
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When trouble arises
If your vehicle needs to be towed
In the following situations, it is not possible to be towed by another
vehicle using cables or chains, as the front wheels may be locked due
to the parking lock. Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer or commercial towing ser-
vice.
● There is a malfunction in the shift control system. (P. 447, 460)
● There is a malfunction in the immobilizer system. (P. 9 1 )
● There is a malfunction in the smart entry & start system. (P. 5 1 1 )
● The 12-volt battery is discharged. (P. 513)
The following may indicate a problem with your hybrid transmission.
Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer or commercial towing service before towing.
● The hybrid system warning light turns on or the hybrid system
warning message is displayed on the multi-information display and
the vehicle does not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle
towed by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer or commercial towing service,
using a wheel-lift type truck or flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/
provincial and local laws.
Situations when it is not possible to be towed by another vehicle
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing
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(Flashes or illuminates)(If equipped)
PCS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the PCS (Pre-Crash Safety sys-
tem) or that the system is temporarily unavailable due to
the vehicle being extremely hot/cold, or dirt around a front
sensor, etc. ( P. 283, 458)
Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display. ( P. 283, 458)
Slip indicator light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC system;
• The TRC system; or
• The hill-start assist control system
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
The light will flash when the above systems and/or ABS
are operating.
(If equipped)
LDA indicator (warning buzzer)
Indicates that the LDA (Lane Departure 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. 293
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
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When trouble arises
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the smart entry & start system warning light or the smart
entry & start system indicator light turn off.
Follow the correction procedures. (vehicles without multi-infor-
mation display)
Interior
buzzer
Exterior
buzzer
Warning
lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection
procedure
Continuous Continuous
(Flashes in yellow)
Smart entry & start
system warning light
The electronic key was
carried outside the
vehicle and the
driver’s door was
opened and closed
while any shift posi-
tion other than P was
selected without turn-
ing off the power
switch.
• Change the
shift position to
P.
• Bring the elec-
tronic key back
into the vehicle.
Once3 times
(Flashes in yellow)
Smart entry & start
system warning light
The electronic key was
carried outside the
vehicle and the
driver’s door was
opened and closed
while the shift position
P was selected without
turning off the power
switch.
Turn the power
switch off or bring
the electronic key
back into the vehi-
cle.
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If a warning message is displayed
Master warning light
The master warning light also
comes on or flashes in order to
indicate that a message is cur-
rently being displayed on the multi-
information display.
Multi-information display
If any of the warning lights come on again after the following actions
have been performed, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
: If equipped
If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm
and perform the following actions:
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2
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When trouble arises
(If equipped)
Indicates that the LDA (Lane Departure Alert with
steering control) system has determined that the
driver does not have the hands on the steering
wheel while the steering control function is on
If the driver operates the steering wheel only a
small amount, the system may be unable to
detect the steering wheel operations and this
warning may be displayed.
Firmly hold the steering wheel.
(If equipped)
Indicates that steering control function is tempo-
rarily canceled due to the LDA (Lane Departure
Alert with steering control) system determining
that the driver does not have the hands on the
steering wheel while the steering control function
is on
If the driver operates the steering wheel only a
small amount, the system may be unable to
detect the steering wheel operations and this
warning may be displayed.
Firmly hold the steering wheel.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the radar sensor is dirty or covered
with ice
A buzzer also sounds.
Clean the sensor.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the dynamic radar cruise control
system cannot be used temporarily due to bad
weather
A buzzer also sounds.
Use the dynamic radar cruise control sys-
tem when it becomes available again.
Warning messageDetails/Actions