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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 water comes
into contact with electrical components such as the audio system 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 touch the lens.
(P. 375).
■ 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 installation direction.
● Do not install anything but the filters exclusive for this vehicle to the air
intake vents or use the vehicle without installing the filters.

6698-2. 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 blinking 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 steering is
restricted. When the light comes on red, the assist to the power steering is
lost and handling operations of the steering wheel become extre mely
heavy. When steering wheel operations are heavier than usual, grip 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 the 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.

7058-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■When opening the cover of the positive (+) battery terminal
P. 595
■ 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. 752)
■ 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) .................... 770
Alphabetical index ..................... 774
For vehicles with the navigation system, refer to the
“ N AV I G AT I O N S Y S T E M O W N E R ’ S MANUAL” for informa-
tion regarding the equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Audio system
• Rear view monitor system
• Hands-free system (for cellular phone)
For vehicles with the multimedia system, refer to the
“MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL” for information regard-
ing the equipment listed below.
• Audio/visual system
• Rear view monitor system
• Hands-free system (for cellular phone)

775Alphabetical index
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Approach warning ................... 413
Armrest ..................................... 553
Assist grips .............................. 554
Audio input
*
Audio system*
Automatic air conditioning system ..... 500, 511 Air conditioning eco
mode .......................... 503, 514
Air conditioning filter ............. 628
Automatic air conditioning system .... 500, 511
Eco score (A/C score)........... 241
Humidity sensor ............ 510, 521
Remote Air Conditioning System ............................... 522
S-FLOW mode .............. 501, 513
Automatic door locking and unlocking systems ........ 282
Automatic High Beam ............. 355
Automatic light control
system .................................... 353
AUX port
*
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 535
Back door ................................. 285
Back-up light ............................ 643
Replacing light bulbs............. 644
Wattage ................................ 726
Battery (12-volt battery) .......... 595 Battery checking ................... 595
Exchanging ........................... 706
If the 12-volt battery is discharged .......................... 703
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 495
Replacing .............................. 706
Warning light ......................... 662 Battery (traction battery) .......... 98
Air intake vent ......................... 99
Charging ............................... 110
Location .................................. 98
Specification ......................... 721
Status indicator ..................... 112
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ....... 421 Blind Spot Monitor function... 425
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
function............................... 428
Bluetooth
®*
Bottle holders .......................... 534
Brake Fluid ...................................... 725
Parking brake ....................... 349
Regenerative braking ............. 94
Warning light......................... 662
Brake assist ............................. 489
Brake Override System ........... 320
Break-in tips............................. 321
Brightness control Instrument cluster light control ................................ 194
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 421 Blind Spot Monitor function... 425
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function............................... 428
Care .................................. 564, 569 Aluminum wheels ................. 565
Camera sensor ..................... 377
Exterior ................................. 564
Interior .................................. 569
Radar sensor ........................ 376
Seat belts.............................. 572
Water-repellent coating ........ 565
B
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*: Refer to “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” or “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Main display ............................. 209
MaintenanceDo-it-yourself maintenance ... 582
General maintenance ........... 578
Maintenance data ................. 718
Maintenance requirements ... 575
Malfunction indicator lamp ..... 662
Master warning light................ 672
Meter ......................................... 192 Clock adjustment .................. 197
Combination meter ............... 192
Head-up display .................... 251
Indicators .............................. 204
Instrument cluster light control................................. 194
Main display .......................... 209
Multi-information display ....... 218
Warning lights ....................... 202
Warning messages ............... 672
Microphone
*1, 2......................... 76
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror .......... 308
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ................... 504, 515
Outside rear view mirrors...... 310
Vanity mirrors........................ 540
MP3 disc
*1
Multi-information display ........ 218
Air conditioning system settings screen ................... 239
Audio system-linked display ................................ 238
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 421
Display contents ................... 218
Drive information................... 220
Driving assist system
information.......................... 243
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......... 403 Energy monitor ..................... 221
Intuitive parking assist .......... 434
Language.............................. 246
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) .......... 397
Navigation system-linked display ................................ 238
Parking Support Brake
function............................... 448
Pre-collision warning ............ 381
S-APGS (Simple Advanced Parking Guidance
System) .............................. 459
Settings................................. 244
Warning message................. 243
Navigation system
*2
Noise from under vehicle ........... 8
Odometer ................................. 211
Oil Engine oil .............................. 722
Opener Back door ............................. 285
Fuel filler door ....................... 370
Garage door ......................... 555
Hood ..................................... 585
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 310
Adjustment............................ 310
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 421
Folding .................................. 310
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ................... 504, 515
Outside temperature
display.................................... 209
Overhead console ................... 535
Overheating ............................. 709
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*1: Refer to “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.
*2: Refer to “NAVIGATION S YSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Seating capacity ...................... 333
Seats ................................. 299, 301Adjustment ............................ 299
Adjustment precautions ........ 300
Armrest ................................. 553
Child seats/child restraint
system installation . ............... 60
Cleaning................................ 569
Front seats ............................ 299
Head restraint ....................... 303
Properly sitting in the seat ...... 28
Rear seats ............................ 301
Seat back pocket .................. 535
Seat heaters ......................... 526
Sensor
Automatic headlight system ......... ....................... 353
Automatic High Beam ........... 355
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 424
Camera sensor ..................... 375
Door handle .......................... 279
Humidity sensor ............ 510, 521
Inside rear view mirror .......... 309
Intuitive parking assist .......... 433
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) .......... 393
Parking Support Brake function ............................... 444
Radar sensor ........................ 375
Rain-sensing windshield wipers ................................. 366
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert function) ..................... 424
S-APGS (Simple Advanced
Parking Guidance
System) .............................. 484
Service plug ............................... 98
Service reminder indicators ... 201
Shift lever ................................. 342
Shift lever light......................... 528
Side airbags ............................... 36
Side doors ................................ 279 Side marker lights ................... 350
Light switch ........................... 350
Replacing light bulbs ............ 648
Side mirrors ............................. 310 Adjustment............................ 310
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 421
Folding .................................. 310
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers ................... 504, 515
Side windows........................... 312 Water-repellent coating ........ 565
Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System
(S-APGS) ................................ 455
Smart key system .................... 290 Antenna location ................... 290
Entry functions ...................... 279
Starting the hybrid system .... 336
Smart lid & connector locking system ...................... 121
Snow tires ................................ 495
“SOS” button ............................. 76
Spark plug ................................ 723
Specifications .......................... 718
Speedometer............................ 209
SRS airbags ............................... 36
Steering wheel ......................... 306 Adjustment............................ 306
Audio switches
*
Heated steering wheel .......... 526
Meter control switches .......... 193
Talk switch
*
Telephone switches*
TRIP switch .......................... 211
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 648
Storage feature ........................ 531
Storage precautions................ 531
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 714
Sun visors ................................ 540

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SwitchAudio remote control switches
*
Automatic High Beam
switch ................................. 355
Charging timer switch ........... 161
Cruise control switch............. 403
Door lock switches ................ 281
Driving mode select switch ... 419
Emergency flashers switch ... 652
Engine switch........................ 336
EV auto mode switch .............. 90
EV/HV mode selection
switch ................................... 90
Fog light switch ..................... 360
Fuel filler door opener
switch ................................. 370
Garage door opener
switches.............................. 555
Heated steering wheel switch ................................. 527
“HUD” (Head-up display) switch ................................. 253
Ignition switch ....................... 336
Instrument cluster light
control switch...................... 194
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)
switch ................................. 396
Light switch ........................... 350
Meter control switches .......... 193
Outside rear view mirror switches.............................. 310
P position switch ................... 343
Power door lock switches ..... 281
Power switch......................... 336
Power window switch............ 312
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror
defoggers switch ........ 504, 515
S-APGS switch ..................... 458
Seat heater switches ............ 527 “SOS” button........................... 76
Talk switch
*
Telephone switches*
TRIP switch .......................... 211
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance
switch ................................. 411
VSC OFF switch ................... 490
Window lock switch .............. 312
Windshield wipers and washer switch..................... 362
Wireless charger power
supply switch ...................... 544
Tail lights.................................. 350 Light switch ........................... 350
Replacing light bulbs ............ 648
Talk switch
*
Telephone switch*
Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system .. ............... 83
Tire inflation pressure............. 611 Maintenance data ................. 725
Warning light......................... 665
Tire information ....................... 730 Glossary ............................... 735
Size....................................... 731
Tire Identification Number .... 731
Uniform Tire Quality Grading .............................. 733
Tire pressure warning system.................................... 603 Function ................................ 603
Initializing .............................. 603
Installing tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters ........................ 603
Registering ID codes ............ 604
Warning light......................... 665
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*: Refer to “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” or “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.