2344-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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■Temporarily lowering sensor
sensitivity
The sensitivity of the sensor can be
temporarily lowered.
1 Turn the power switch off while
the following cond itions are met.
●The headlight switch is in or
.
●The headlight switch lever is in
high beam position.
●Automatic High Beam switch is
on.
2 Turn the power switch to ON.
3 Within 60 seconds after step 2,
repeat pulling the headlight
switch lever to the original posi-
tion then pushing it to the high
beam position qu ickly 10 times,
then leave the lever in high beam
position.
4 If the sensitivity is changed, the
Automatic High Beam indicator
is turn on and off 3 times.
Automatic High Beam (headlights)
may turn on even w hen the vehicle
is stopped.
■Switching to the low beams
Pull the lever to its original posi-
tion.
The Automatic High Beam indicator
will turn off.
Push the lever away from you to
activate the Automatic High Beam
system again.
■Switching to the high
beams
Press the Automatic High Beam
switch.
The Automatic High Beam indicator
will turn off and the high beam indi-
cator will turn on.
Press the switch to activate the
Automatic High Beam system
again.
Turning the high beams
on/off manually
2354-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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4
Driving
*: If equipped
1 (U.S.A.) or (Canada)
Turns the fog lights off
2 Turns the fog lights on
■Fog lights can be used when
The headlights are on in low beam.
Operate the lever oper-
ates the wipers or washer as fol-
lows.
Intermittent windshield wip-
ers with interval adjuster
1 (U.S.A.) or (Canada)
Off
2 (U.S.A.) or (Canada)
Intermittent operation
Fog light switch*
The fog lights secure excel-
lent visibility in difficult driv-
ing conditions, such as in
rain and fog.
Operating instructions
Windshield wipers and
washer
Operating the lever can
switch between automatic
operation and manual oper-
ation, or can use the
washer.
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they
may damage the windshield.
Operating the wiper lever
2434-5. Using the driving support systems
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4
Driving
4-5.Using the driving support systems
■PCS (Pre-Collision System)
P. 2 4 9
■LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
P. 2 5 7
■AHB (Automatic High
Beam)
P. 2 3 2
■RSA (Road Sign Assist)*
P. 2 6 7
*: If equipped
■Dynamic radar cruise con-
trol with full-speed range
P. 2 7 0 Two types of sensors, located
behind the front grille and wind-
shield, detect information neces-
sary to operate the drive assist
systems.
Radar sensor
Front camera
Toyota Safety Sense
2.0
The Toyota Safety Sense 2.0
consists of the following
drive assist systems and
contributes to a safe and
comfortable driving experi-
ence:
Driving assist system
WA R N I N G
■Toyota Safety Sense 2.0
The Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 is
designed to operate under the
assumption that the driver will
drive safely, and is designed to
help reduce the impact to the
occupants and the vehicle in the
case of a collision or assist the
driver in normal driving condi-
tions.
As there is a limit to the degree of
recognition accuracy and control
performance that this system can
provide, do not overly rely on this
system. The driver is always
responsible for paying attention to
the vehicle’s su rroundings and
driving safely.
Sensors
4436-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Check the wattage of the light
bulb to be replaced. ( P.512)
P. 5 3 1
Front (type A)
Front turn signal lights/park-
ing lights Front side marker lights
Front (type B)
Front turn signal lights
Front side marker lights
RearRear turn signal lights
Back-up lights
License plate lights
■Lights that need to be
replaced by your Toyota
dealer
Headlight low beams
Headlight high beams
Parking lights (type B)
Daytime running lights (type
A)
Daytime running lights/park-
ing lights (type B)
Light bulbs
You may replace the follow-
ing bulbs by yourself. The
difficulty level of replace-
ment varies depending on
the bulb. If necessary bulb
replacement seems difficult
to perform, contact your
Toyota dealer.
For more information about
replacing other light bulbs,
contact your Toyota dealer.
Preparing for light bulb
replacement
Turning off the power
back door main switch
Bulb locations
4727-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■If “Hybrid System Stopped
Steering Power Low” is dis-
played
This message is displayed if the
hybrid system is stopped while driv-
ing.
When steering wheel operations are
heavier than usual, grip the steering
wheel firmly and operate it using
more force th an usual.
■If “Hybrid System Overheated
Output Power Reduced” is dis-
played
This message may be displayed
when driving under severe operat-
ing conditions. (For example, when
driving up a long steep hill.)
Handling method: P. 4 9 7
■If “Traction Battery Needs to be
Protected Refrain from the Use
of N Position” is displayed
This message may be displayed
when the shift lever is in N.
As the hybrid batte ry (traction bat-
tery) cannot be charged when the
shift lever is in N, shift the shift lever
to P when the vehicle is stopped.
■If “Traction Battery Needs to be
Protected Shift into P to
Restart” is displayed
This message is displayed when the
hybrid battery (traction battery)
charge has become extremely low
because the shift lever has been left
in N for a certain amount of time.
When operating the vehicle, shift to
P and restart the hybrid system.
■If “Shift to P Before Exiting
Vehicle” or “Shift to P when
Parked” is displayed
This message is displayed when the
driver’s door is opened without turn-
ing the power swit ch off with the
shift lever in any position other than
P. Change the shift lever to P.
■If “Shift is in N Release Acceler-
ator Before Shifting” is dis-
played
The accelerator pedal has been
depressed when the shift lever is in
N.
Release the accelerator pedal and
shift the shift le ver to D, S or R.
■If “Press Brake when Vehicle is
Stopped Hybrid System may
Overheat” is displayed
The message may be displayed
when the accelerator pedal is
depressed to hold the vehicle while
the vehicle is stopped on an incline,
etc. The hybrid system may over-
heat. Release the accelerator pedal
and depress the brake pedal.
■If “Auto Power OFF to Conserve
Battery” is displayed
Power was cut off due to the auto-
matic power off function. Next time
when starting the hybrid system,
operate the hybrid system for
approximately 5 minutes to
recharge the 12-volt battery.
■If “Headlight System Malfunc-
tion Visit Your Dealer” is dis-
played
The following systems may be mal-
functioning. Hav e the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
●The LED headlight system (if AFS
[Adaptive Front-lighting System]
equipped)
●AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting Sys-
tem) (if equipped)
●The automatic headlight leveling
system (if equipped)
●Automatic High Beam
■If “Radar Cruise Control
Unavailable” is displayed
The dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range system cannot
be used temporarily. Use the system
when it becomes available again.
4737-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■If “Front Camera Unavailable”
or “Front Camera Unavailable
See Owner's Manual” is dis-
played
The following sys tems may be sus-
pended until the pr oblem shown in
the message is resolved. ( P.247,
466)
●PCS (Pre-Collision system)
●LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
●Automatic High Beam
●RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if
equipped)
●Dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range
■If “AWD System Overheated
Switching to 2WD Mode” or
“AWD System Overheated 2WD
Mode Engaged” is displayed
(AWD models)
This message may be displayed
when driving under extremely high
load conditions.
Drive the vehicle at low speeds and
stop the vehicle in a safe place with
the engine running until the mes-
sage is cleared.
If the message is not cleared, have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
■If “Check Fuel Cap” is dis-
played
The fuel tank cap is not properly
installed. Correctly install the fuel
tank cap.
■If “Maintenance Required
Soon” is displayed
Indicates that all maintenance
according to the dr iven distance on
the maintenance schedule
* should
be performed soon.
Comes on approximately 4500
miles (7200 km) after the message
has been reset. If necessary, per-
form maintenance. Please reset the
message after the maintenance is
performed. ( P.401)
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled
Maintenance” or “Owner’s Man-
ual Supplement” for the mainte-
nance interval applicable to your
vehicle.
■If “Maintenance Required Visit
Your Dealer” is displayed
Indicates that all maintenance is
required to correspond to the driven
distance on the maintenance sched-
ule
*.
Comes on approximately 5000
miles (8000 km) after the message
has been reset. (The indicator will
not work properly unless the mes-
sage has been rese t.) Perform the
necessary maintenance. Please
reset the message after the mainte-
nance is performed. ( P.401)
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled
Maintenance” or “Owner’s Man-
ual Supplement” for the mainte-
nance interval applicable to your
vehicle.
■If a message that indicates the
need for visiting your Toyota
dealer is displayed
The system or part shown on the
multi-information di splay is malfunc-
tioning. Have the vehicle inspected
by your Toyota dealer immediately.
■If a message that indicates the
need for referring to Owner’s
Manual is displayed
●If any of the following messages
are shown on the multi-informa-
tion display, it may indicate a mal-
function. Immediately stop the
vehicle and contact your Toyota
dealer.
• “Braking Power Low Stop in a Safe Place See Owner's Manual”
• “Oil Pressure Low Stop in a Safe
Place See Owner's Manual”
• “Charging System Malfunction Stop in a Safe Place See Owner's
Manual”
• “Hybrid System Stopped”
5108-1. Specifications
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*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark pl ug gap.
Electrical system (12-volt battery)
Open voltage at 68°F (20°C):
12.0 V or higher
(Turn the power switch off and turn on the
high beam headlights for 30 seconds.)
Charging rates5 A max.
Hybrid transmission
Fluid capacity*4.6 qt. (4.4 L, 3.9 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Hybrid transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than the above type may cause ab normal
noise or vibration, or ultimately damage the transmission of yo ur vehicle.
Rear differential (rear electric motor)
Fluid capacity*1.8 qt. (1.7 L, 1.5 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS JWS 3324
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than the above type may cause ab normal
noise or vibration, or ultimately damage the transmission of yo ur vehicle.
555Alphabetical Index
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Alphabetical Index
A
A/C ........................................... 336 Air conditioning filter ............. 433
Automatic air conditioning sys-tem ..................................... 336
Eco air conditioning mode .... 343
Front seat concentrated airflow mode (S-FLOW) ................. 345
Rear automatic air conditioning system ................................ 348
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ............................................... 319Warning light ........................ 462
ACA (Active Cornering Assist) ............................................... 319
Active Cornering Assist (ACA) ............................................... 319
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS)...................................... 231
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) ................................. 231
AHB (Automatic High Beam) . 232
Air conditioning filter ............. 433
Air conditioning system ........ 336 Air conditioning filter ............. 433
Automatic air conditioning sys-tem ..................................... 336
Eco air conditioning mode .... 343
Front seat concentrated airflow mode (S-FLOW) ................. 345
Rear automatic air conditioning system ................................ 348
Airbags Airbag operating conditions.... 36
Airbag precautions for your child............................................. 39
Correct driving posture ........... 25
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............................. 37
Curtain shield airbag precautions ............................................. 39 Front passenger occupant clas-
sification system ...................43
General airbag precautions ....39
Locations of airbags ...............34
Modification and disposal of air- bags......................................42
Side airbag operating conditions .............................................37
Side airbag precautions..........39
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions .............37
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions ...........................39
SRS airbags ...........................34
SRS warning light .................462
Alarm .........................................81 Warning buzzer ....................460
Anchor brackets ... ..............52, 62
Antennas (smart key system)146
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ...............................................319Warning light.........................462
Approach warning ..................277
Armrest ......... ......................... ..376
Assist grips .............................376
Audio system-linked display .96, 106
Automatic air conditioning sys- tem .........................................336Eco air conditioning mode ....343
Automatic headlight leveling system ...................................230
Automatic High Beam ............232
Automatic light control system ...............................................230
Auxiliary boxes ...............362, 367
Average fuel economy .....94, 103
Average vehicle speed .....96, 106
AWD Control .....................97, 106
B
Back door ................................135