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7-1. Maintenance and care
NOTICE
■Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if wate r comes
into contact with electrical components such as the audio syste m above or
under the floor of the vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.
■ When cleaning the inside of the windshield
Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the lens. Also, do not to uch the lens.
( P. 371).
■ Cleaning the inside of the rear window
● Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause
damage to the rear window defogger heater wires or antenna. Use a cloth
dampened with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the
window in strokes running parallel to the heater wires or antenna.
● Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna .
■ When cleaning the air intake vents and filters
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause d amage to
the vehicle.
● When removing the air intake vent grille, make sure to turn the power
switch off to stop the hybrid system.
● Do not use water or other liquid to clean the air intake vents or filters.
● Do not allow water or foreign matter to enter the air intake ve nt when the
grille is removed.
● Carefully handle the removed filters not to damage.
If the filter is damaged, have it replaced with a new filter by your Toyota
dealer.
● Make sure to reinstall the filters and vents to its original positions after
cleaning.
The shape of the left side and right side filters are different . When remov-
ing both filters, be careful not to mistake the left-right inst allation direction.
● Do not install anything but the filters exclusive for this vehi cle to the air
intake vents or use the vehicle without installing the filters.
6678-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking
for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after bl inking for
1 minute when the power switch is turned to ON mode, have it che cked
by your Toyota dealer.
■ Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard due to being in a no isy location
or audio sound.
WARNING
■ When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
When the light comes on yellow, the assist to the power steerin g is
restricted. When the light comes on red, the assist to the powe r steering is
lost and handling operations of the steering wheel become extre mely
heavy. When steering wheel operations are heavier than usual, g rip the
steering wheel firmly and operate it using more force than usua l.
■
If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause a loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust t he tire
inflation pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inf lation pres-
sure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Chec k the tires.
If a tire is flat, repair the fla t tire by using emergency tire puncture
repair kit.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires dete riorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.
7038-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■When opening the cover of the positive (+) battery terminal
P. 593
■ 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 .
■ 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. 750)
■ 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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Index
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) .................... 768
Alphabetical index ..................... 772
For information regarding the equipment listed below, refer to
the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
• Navigation system
• Audio system
• Hands-free system (for cellular phone)
• Rear view monitor system
773Alphabetical index
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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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Main display ............................. 204
MaintenanceDo-it-yourself maintenance ... 580
General maintenance ........... 576
Maintenance data ................. 716
Maintenance requirements ... 573
Malfunction indicator lamp ..... 660
Master warning light................ 670
Meter ......................................... 188 Clock adjustment .................. 193
Combination meter ............... 188
Head-up display .................... 246
Indicators .............................. 199
Instrument cluster light control................................. 190
Main display .......................... 204
Multi-information display ....... 213
Warning lights ....................... 197
Warning messages ............... 670
Microphone
*.............................. 75
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror .......... 304
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ................... 500, 511
Outside rear view mirrors...... 306
Vanity mirrors........................ 539
MP3 disc
*
Multi-information display ........ 213
Air conditioning system settings screen ................... 234
Audio system-linked display ................................ 233
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 417
Display contents ................... 213
Drive information................... 215
Driving assist system
information.......................... 238
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......... 399 Energy monitor ..................... 216
Intelligent Clearance
Sonar.................................. 444
Intuitive parking assist .......... 430
Language.............................. 241
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) .......... 393
Navigation system-linked
display ................................ 233
Pre-collision warning ............ 377
S-APGS (Simple Advanced Parking Guidance
System) .............................. 455
Settings................................. 239
Warning message................. 238
Navigation system
*
Noise from under vehicle ........... 8
Odometer ................................. 206
Oil Engine oil .............................. 720
Opener Back door ............................. 281
Fuel filler door ....................... 366
Garage door ......................... 553
Hood ..................................... 583
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 306
Adjustment............................ 306
Blind Spot Monitor ................ 417
Folding .................................. 306
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ................... 500, 511
Outside temperature
display.................................... 204
Overhead console ................... 531
Overheating ............................. 707
M
N
O
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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SensorAutomatic headlight
system ......... ....................... 349
Automatic High Beam system ......... ....................... 351
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 420
Camera sensor ..................... 371
Door handle .......................... 275
Humidity sensor ............ 503, 514
Inside rear view mirror .......... 305
Intelligent Clearance Sonar .................................. 440
Intuitive parking assist .......... 429
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) .......... 389
Radar sensor ........................ 371
Rain-sensing windshield wipers ................................. 362
S-APGS (Simple Advanced Parking Guidance
System) .............................. 480
Service plug ............................... 96
Service reminder indicators ............................... 196
Shift lever ................................. 338
Shift lever light......................... 524
Side airbags ............................... 36
Side doors ................................ 275
Side marker lights ................... 346 Light switch ........................... 346
Replacing light bulbs............. 646
Side mirrors ............................. 306 Adjustment ............................ 306
Blind Spot Monitor ................ 417
Folding .................................. 306
Heaters ......................... 500, 511
Side windows ........................... 308 Water-repellent coating......... 563
Simple Advanced Parking
Guidance System
(S-APGS) ................................ 451 Smart key system .................... 286
Antenna location ................... 286
Entry functions ...................... 275
Starting the hybrid system .... 332
Smart lid & connector
locking system ...................... 119
Snow tires ................................ 491
“SOS” button ............................. 75
Spark plug ................................ 721
Specifications .......................... 716
Speedometer............................ 204
SRS airbags ............................... 36
Steering wheel ......................... 302 Adjustment............................ 302
Audio switches
*
Heated steering wheel .......... 523
Meter control switches .......... 189
Talk switch
*
Telephone switches*
TRIP switch .......................... 189
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 646
Storage feature ........................ 527
Storage precautions................ 527
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 712
Sun visors ................................ 539
Switch Audio remote control switches
*
Automatic High Beam
switch ................................. 351
Cruise control switch ............ 399
Door lock switches................ 277
Driving mode select switch ... 415
Emergency flashers switch ... 650
Engine switch ....................... 332
EV auto mode switch .............. 88
EV/HV mode selection
switch ................................... 88