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*1: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to the “ON” position
(vehicles without a smart key system) or the power switch is tu rned to ON
mode (vehicles with a smart key system) to indicate that a system check is
being performed. They will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or after a
few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not
come on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: This light turns on when the system is off.
*4: When the outside temperature is approximately 37°F (3°C) or lo wer, the
indicator will flash for approximately 10 seconds, then stay on .
*4Low outside tempera-
ture indicator (P. 99)
WARNING
■If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light suc h as the ABS or SRS warning lig ht not
come on when you start the hybrid system, this could mean that these sys-
tems are not available to help protect you in an accident, whic h could result
in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately if this occurs.
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The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of driv-
ing-related data including the current outside air temperature.
● Drive information
Displays information such as the
hybrid system operating condi-
tions and fuel consumption.
●Settings and screen off
Perform operations such as chang-
ing the date/time and screen set-
tings.
●Warning messages ( P. 4 8 8 )
Automatically displayed if a malfunction occurs in one of the vehicle’s sys-
tems.
● Menu icons
Select a menu icon to display its content.
Drive information ( P. 104)
Select to display various drive data.
ECO ( P. 104)
Displays the fuel consumption information.
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) operational status ( P. 241)
Select to display the operational status of the LDA.
Settings display ( P. 108)
Select to change the meter display settings and other settings.
Multi-infor mation display
Display contents
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LDA (Lane Departure Alert) warning sensitivity
LDA warning sensitivity can be set to 2 different levels.
■EV Indicator
Select to set the EV indicator on/off.
■ECO savings settings
The gasoline price and fuel consumption comparison settings can
be set and changed.
■Date (clock)
The date, time, and clock mode (12 or 24 hour) settings can be
changed.
■Units
Select to change the units of m
easure displayed on the multi-in for-
mation display.
■Language
Select to change the language displayed.
■Operation guide
Select to display/not d isplay the menu icons.
■Tr i p s u m m a r y
Select to display/not display the trip summary display when the
hybrid system is turned off.
■Initialize Display
Select to reset the mete r display settings.
Screen settings
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WARNING
■Eco score
Eco score should be used as a guide only. Always drive safely i n accor-
dance with road and traffic conditions.
■ The information display at low temperatures
Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal
information display. At extremely low temperatures, the display monitor may
respond slowly, and display changes may be delayed.
For example, there is a lag between the driver’s shifting and t he new gear
number appearing on the display. This lag could cause the drive r to down-
shift again, causing rapid and excessive engine braking and pos sibly an
accident resulting in death or injury.
■ Cautions during setting up the display
As the hybrid system needs to be running during setting up the display,
ensure that the vehicle is parked in a place with adequate vent ilation. In a
closed area such as a garage, exhaust gases including harmful c arbon
monoxide (CO) may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or
a serious health hazard.
NOTICE
■ During setting up the display
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, ensure that the hybrid sy stem is oper-
ating while setting up the display features.
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WARNING
■To prevent an accident
Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle.
Failure to do so may result in a door opening and an occupant f alling out,
resulting in death or serious injury.
● Ensure that all the doors are properly closed.
● Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving.
Be especially careful for the front doors, as the doors may be opened even
if the inside lock buttons are in locked position.
● Set the rear door child-protector locks when children are seate d in the rear
seats.
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Lower the back door using the
back door handle, and make sure
to push the back door down from
the outside to close it.
■Luggage compartment light (if equipped)
The luggage compartment light turns on when the back door is op ened.
When closing the back door
WARNING
■Caution while driving
● Keep the back door closed while driving.
If the back door is left open, it may hit near-by objects while driving or lug-
gage may be unexpectedly thrown out, causing an accident.
In addition, exhaust gases may enter the vehicle, causing death or a seri-
ous health hazard. Make sure to close the back door before driv ing.
● Before driving the vehicle, make sure that the back door is fully closed. If
the back door is not fully closed, it may open unexpectedly whi le driving,
causing an accident.
● Never let anyone sit in the luggage compartment. In the event o f sudden
braking or a collision, they are susceptible to death or seriou s injury.
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WARNING
■When children are in the vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
● Do not allow children to play in the luggage compartment.
If a child is accidentally locked in the luggage compartment, they could
have heat exhaustion or other injuries.
● Do not allow a child to open or close the back door.
Doing so may cause the back door to move unexpectedly, or cause the
child’s hands, head, or neck to be caught by the closing back d oor.
■ Operating the back door
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause parts of the body to be caught, resu lting in death
or serious injury.
● Remove any heavy loads, such as snow and ice, from the back doo r
before opening it. Failure to do so may cause the back door to suddenly
shut again after it is opened.
● When opening or closing the back door, thoroughly check to make sure
the surrounding area is safe.
● If anyone is in the vicinity, make sure they are safe and let t hem know that
the back door is about to open or close.
● Use caution when opening or closing the back door in windy weat her as it
may move abruptly in strong wind.
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WARNING
●Do not pull on the back door damper stay to close the back door , and do
not hang on the back door damper stay.
Doing so may cause hands to be caught or the back door damper stay to
break, causing an accident.
● If a bicycle carrier or similar heavy object is attached to the back door, it
may suddenly shut again after being opened, causing someone’s hands,
head or neck to be caught and injured. When installing an acces sory part
to the back door, using a genuine Toyota part is recommended.
● The back door may suddenly shut if it is
not opened fully. It is more difficult to
open or close the back door on an
incline than on a level surface, so
beware of the back door unexpectedly
opening or closing by itself. Make sure
that the back door is fully open and
secure before using the luggage com-
partment.
● When closing the back door, take extra
care to prevent your fingers etc. from
being caught.
● When closing the back door, make sure
to press it lightly on its outer surface. If
the back door handle is used to fully
close the back door, it may result in
hands or arms being caught.