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When trouble arises
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you think something is wrong
●Fluid leaks un der the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning a fter use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● High coolant temperature warni ng light flashes or comes on
● Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system
● Engine missing, stumb ling or running roughly
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one s ide when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touch es
the floor
If you notice any of the followi ng symptoms, your vehicle proba -
bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms
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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a war ning
buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning ligh ts
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Warning light and w arning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light and warning buzzer (red
indicator)
*1
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehi-
cle may be dangerous.
Brake system warning light (yellow indicator)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The regenerative braking system; or
• The electronically controlled brake system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
Low engine oil pressure warning light
(warning buzzer)
*2
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The hybrid system;
• The electronic engine control system; or
• The electronic throttle control system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
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7239-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N,
30.6 kgf) while the hybrid system is operating.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N,
30.6 kgf).
Brakes
Pedal clearance*14.53 in. (115 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04 — 0.24 in. (1.0 — 6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*28 — 11 clicks
Fluid typeFMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Tires and wheels
Tire sizeP195/65R15 89S
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold
tire inflation pressure)Front36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm2 or bar)
SpareNone
Wheel size15 6 1/2J
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
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Approach warning ................... 409
Assist grips .............................. 552
Audio input
*
Audio system*
Automatic air conditioning system ..... 496, 507 Air conditioning eco mode .......................... 499, 510
Air conditioning filter ............. 626
Automatic air conditioning system .... 496, 507
Eco score (A/C score)........... 236
Humidity sensor ............ 503, 514
Remote Air Conditioning System ............................... 518
S-FLOW mode .............. 497, 509
Automatic door locking
and unlocking systems ........ 278
Automatic High Beam ............. 351
Automatic light control system .................................... 349
AUX port
*
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 531
Back door ................................. 281
Back-up lights .......................... 641 Replacing light bulbs............. 642
Wattage ................................ 724
Battery (12-volt battery) .......... 593
Battery checking ................... 593
Exchanging ........................... 704
If the 12-volt battery is discharged .......................... 701
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 491
Replacing .............................. 704
Warning light ......................... 660 Battery (traction battery) .......... 96
Air intake vent ......................... 97
Charging ............................... 108
Location .................................. 96
Specification ......................... 719
Status indicator ..................... 110
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ....... 417 Blind Spot Monitor function... 421
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
function............................... 424
Bluetooth
®*
Bottle holders .......................... 530
Brake Fluid ...................................... 723
Parking brake ....................... 345
Regenerative braking ............. 92
Warning light......................... 660
Brake assist ............................. 485
Brake Override System ........... 315
Break-in tips............................. 317
Brightness control Instrument cluster light control ......................... 190
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 417 Blind Spot Monitor function... 421
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function............................... 424
Care .................................. 562, 567 Aluminum wheels ................. 563
Camera sensor ..................... 373
Exterior ................................. 562
Interior .................................. 567
Radar sensor ........................ 372
Seat belts.............................. 570
Water-repellent coating ........ 563
B
C
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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Emergency tire puncture repair kit ................................. 678
Energy monitor ........ 216, 255, 261
Engine Accessory mode ................... 334
Compartment ........................ 586
Engine switch........................ 332
Exhaust gas precautions ........ 56
Hood ..................................... 583
How to start the hybrid system ......... ....................... 332
Identification number ............ 718
If the hybrid system will not start .............................. 695
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 651
Ignition switch
(power switch) .................... 332
Overheating .......................... 707
Power switch......................... 332
Engine coolant ......................... 590 Capacity ................................ 721
Checking ............................... 590
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 491
Engine oil ................................. 587 Capacity ................................ 720
Checking ............................... 587
Oil pressure warning light ..... 660
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 491 Engine switch .......................... 332
Auto power off function ......... 334
Changing the power
switch modes ..................... 334
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 651
Starting the hybrid system .... 332
EPS (Electronic Power
Steering) ................................ 486 Function ................................ 486
Warning light......................... 661
EV auto mode ............................ 85
EV driving range ...................... 106
EV mode ..................................... 85
EV/HV mode selection switch ....................................... 88
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 11
Exhaust gas precautions .......... 56
Flat tire ..................................... 678
Floor mats .................................. 26
Fluid
Brake .................................... 723
Transmission ........................ 722
Washer ................................. 598
Fog lights ................................. 356
Replacing light bulbs ............ 646
Switch ................................... 356
Footwell lights ......................... 524
Front doors .............................. 275
Front passenger occupant classification system .............. 50
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light................. 662
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