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OVERVIEW
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
1 Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.2 Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructio\
ns and more information.3 HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Gentex Corporation.  
INDEX
Engine maintenance  9
Fuel tank door release & cap  7
Hood release  8
Indicator symbols  5
Instrument cluster  4
Instrument panel  2-3
Instrument panel light control  8 
Keyless entry
1,2  6
Smart Key system1,2  7
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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
Air conditioning/heating  22
Audio  20
Auto lock/unlock
1,2  11
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) and  
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)  24
Bottle holders  23
Clock  22
Cup holders  23
Door locks  11
Driving mode select  12
Electric parking brake  14 
EV drive mode  12
Hybrid Synergy Drive System  10
Hybrid transmission  11
Lights
1 & turn signals  17
Multi-Information Display (MID)1  15 
Power outlet-12V DC  18
Qi Wireless charger  19
Rear seats-Folding  16 
Rear view monitor system  25
Seat adjustments-Front  16 
Seats-Head restraints  16
Steering lock release  13
Steering wheel switches & 
telephone controls (Bluetooth
®)  21
Tilt & telescopic steering wheel  13
COROLLA HYBRID 2021
This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle
operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental
operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main 
equipment quickly and easily.
The Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for 
the Owner’s Manual located in your vehicle’s glove box. We 
strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and 
supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding 
of your vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.
Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor North  
America, Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your 
new Corolla Hybrid.
A word about safe vehicle operations
This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of Corolla Hybrid 
operations. Every Corolla Hybrid owner should review the Owner’s Manu\
al that 
accompanies this vehicle.
Pay special attention to the boxed   information highlighted in color throughout 
the Owner’s Manual. Each box contains safe operating instructions to \
help you 
avoid injury or equipment malfunction.
All information in this Quick Reference Guide is current at the time of \
printing. 
Toyota reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
FEATURES & OPERATIONS (continued)
BLUETOOTH
® DEVICE  
PAIRING SECTION 50-52
Floor mat installation 
48
Rear door child safety locks  42 
Safety Connect
®  43
Seat belts  42
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor  42
Spare tire & tools  45
Star Safety System
TM  47-48
Tire Pressure Monitoring 
(warning) System (TPMS)  44
Tire repair kit & tools  46
Trunk-Internal release  43
USB charge port 
19
USB media port  18
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)/ 
TRAC OFF switch  25
Windows-Power  13
Windshield wipers & washers  18
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE™ 2.0 (TSS 2.0)
Automatic High Beams (AHB)  40
Full-Speed Range Dynamic  
Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)  37-39
Lane Departure Alert with Steering  
Assist (LDA w/SA)  30-33
Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)  33-36
Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian 
Detection (PCS w/PD)  27-29
Road Sign Assist (RSA)  41
Quick overview-Toyota Safety  
Sense
™ 2.0 (TSS 2.0)  26
Sensors  27
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OVERVIEWInstrument cluster
For details, refer to “Warning lights and indicators” Section 2-2, 2021 Owner’s 
Manual.
Tachometer
Tachometer Speedometer 
Speedometer 
Outside temperature
Outside temperature Odometer/Trip meter 
display change button
Odometer/Trip meter 
display change button
Odometer and trip meter display
Odometer and trip meter display
Shift position indicator
Shift position indicator Fuel gauge
Fuel gauge
Clock
Clock
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Multi-Information Display (MID) Engine coolant 
temperature gauge
Engine coolant 
temperature gauge
7-inch display (Analog speedometer)
7-inch display (Digital speedometer)
1 If the indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting the \
Hybrid system, there may be 
a malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
2 If the indicator flashes, there may be a malfunction. Refer to the Owner\
’s Manual.3 If the indicator flashes, it indicates that the system is operating.4 If equipped.
Service indicators and warning lights
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OVERVIEW
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
Security indicator
Smart Key system indicator
Turn signal indicator
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) OFF 
indicator1
Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder
For details, refer to “Warning lights and indicators” Section 2-2, 2021 Owner’s 
Manual.
Airbag SRS warning1
Low fuel level warning
Low engine oil pressure warning
Low outside temperature indicator
Low tire pressure warning1
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1
Parking brake indicator2
Pre-Collision System (PCS) warning1,2
Slip indicator1,3
READY indicator
Power mode indicator Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)/ 
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) indicator
High coolant temperature warning
Hybrid system overheat warning
Automatic High Beam (AHB) indicator
Brake hold operating indicator1,2
Brake hold standby indicator1
Brake system warning1
Brake system warning (yellow)1
Charging system warning1
EV drive mode indicator
EV indicator
Eco drive mode indicator
Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt 
reminder (alarm will sound when the engine 
switch is in the ”IGNITION ON” mode)
Electric power steering system warning 
(red/yellow)1
Fuel tank door position
Constant speed cruise control 
indicator/Constant speed
cruise control SET indicator
Full-Speed Dynamic Radar 
Cruise Control (DRCC) indicator/
DRCC SET indicator
Headlight low/high beam 
indicators
Brake Override System/Drive-Start 
Control warning
Engine coolant 
temperature gauge
Engine coolant 
temperature gauge
1 
If the indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting the \
Hybrid system, there may be 
a malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
2  If the indicator flashes, there may be a malfunction. Refer to the Owner\
’s Manual.3 If the indicator flashes, it indicates that the system is operating.4 If equipped.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning1
“AIR BAG ON/OFF” indicator1
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) indicator4
BSM outside rear view mirror indicators4
RCTA OFF indicator1,2,4
Indicator symbols
Service indicators and warning lights
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Electric parking brake
Manual mode
Automatic (shift lever operation)
To turn automatic mode ON, while vehicle is stopped, pull and hold switc\
h until 
“EPB Shift Interlock Function Activated” displays in Multi-Informa\
tion Display (MID). 
While depressing brake, shifting into P position will automatically set \
the brake 
and turn the parking brake indicator and parking brake light on. To rele\
ase brake, 
depress brake and shift out of P. The indicator light and the light on t\
he switch turn 
off.
To turn automatic mode OFF, push and hold parking brake switch until “\
EPB Shift 
Interlock Function Deactivated” displays on the MID.
Manual
While vehicle is stopped and brake pedal is depressed, pull to set parki\
ng brake 
and turn the parking brake indicator and parking brake light on. To rele\
ase, press 
the brake pedal and push switch. The indicator and the light turn off.
The brake hold system keeps the brake applied when the shift lever is in\
 D, B or N 
with the system on and the brake pedal has been depressed to stop the ve\
hicle. 
The system releases the brake when the accelerator pedal is depressed wi\
th the 
shift lever in D or B  to allow smooth start off.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for limitations and more details.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for limitations and more details.
Driving support system status display area
Content display area
OVERVIEW
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
Push “” or “” and “” on steering wheel to change and select information in 
the following:
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Meter control switches 7-inch display
Previous screen
Push: enter/ 
Push and hold: reset
Scroll/search screens
Driving support system information display Driving information display
Vehicle information display
Audio system-linked display
Settings display
Warning message display
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TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE™
Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.0 (TSS 2.0) is a set of active safety technologies designed 
to help mitigate or prevent collisions across a wide range of traffic si\
tuations, in 
certain conditions. TSS 2.0 is designed to help support the driver’s \
awareness, 
decision making and vehicle operation contributing to a safe driving exp\
erience.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for operation, setting adjustments, limitations and 
more details to understand these functions and complete safety precautions. For 
more information, please go to http://www.toyota.com/safety-sense
TSS 2.0 combines an in-vehicle camera mounted in front of the inside rea\
r view mirror 
and a radar mounted in the front grill. These sensors support the driver\
 assist systems.
The Pre-Collision System uses a radar sensor and camera sensor to help d\
etect a 
vehicle or pedestrian or bicyclist in front of your vehicle.
As there is a limit to the degree of recognition accuracy and control pe\
rformance that 
this system can provide, do not overly rely on this system. This system \
will not prevent 
collisions or lessen collision damage or injury in every situation. Do n\
ot use PCS 
instead of normal braking operations under any circumstances. Do not att\
empt to test 
the operation of the Pre-Collision System yourself, as the system may no\
t operate or 
engage, possibly leading to an accident. In some situations, such as whe\
n driving in 
inclement weather such as heavy rain, fog, snow or a sandstorm or while \
driving on a 
curve and for a few seconds after driving on a curve, a vehicle or pedes\
trian or bicyclist 
may not be detected by the radar and camera sensors, preventing the syst\
em from 
operating or engaging properly.
Refer to the Toyota Owner’s Manual for a list of additional situation\
s in which the 
system may not operate properly. Pre-Collision Warning
When the system determines that the possibility of a frontal collision i\
s high, a buzzer 
will sound and a warning message will be displayed on the Multi-Informat\
ion Display 
(MID) to urge the driver to take evasive action.
Pre-Collision Brake Assist
If the driver notices the hazard and brakes, the system may provide addi\
tional braking 
force using Brake Assist. This system may prime the brakes and may apply\
 greater 
braking force in relation to how strongly the brake pedal is depressed.Quick overview-Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.0
Automatic High Beams (AHB)
AHB is designed to detect the headlights of oncoming vehicles and 
the tail lights of preceding vehicles and switch between high beams 
and low beams as appropriate. Road Sign Assist (RSA)
RSA is designed to recognize specific road signs using the forward 
facing camera to provide information to the driver via the display.
Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD)
PCS w/PD is designed to provide alert, mitigation, and/or avoidance 
support in certain conditions, when the system detects a potential 
collision with a preceding vehicle is likely to occur. 
The advanced millimeter-wave radar sensor system is designed to work 
with the camera sensor to help recognize a preceding pedestrian or 
bicyclist, and provide an alert, mitigation and/or avoidance support in \
certain conditions.
Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)
Full-Speed Range DRCC is designed to help maintain a pre-set 
distance to a preceding vehicle when the preceding vehicle is traveling \
at a lower speed. The minimum set speed is approximately 20 MPH, 
but once activated, the operating speed range is 0-110 MPH.
Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)
LTA is designed to help keep the vehicle in the center of a lane by 
assisting the driver in steering control when using Full-Speed Range 
DRCC.
Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/SA)
LDA w/SA is designed to provide notification when the system detects 
an unintended lane departure.
The Steering Assist function is designed to provide small corrective 
steering inputs to the steering wheel for a short period of time to help\
 
keep the vehicle in its lane. 
The Sway Warning function is designed to detect vehicle swaying 
(based on the vehicle location and steering wheel operation) and alert\
 
the driver with an audio and visual alert, urging them to take a break.
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Radar sensorCamera sensor
Sensors
Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.0 (TSS 2.0) is a set of active safety technologies designed 
to help mitigate or prevent collisions across a wide range of traffic si\
tuations, in 
certain conditions. TSS 2.0 is designed to help support the driver’s \
awareness, 
decision making and vehicle operation contributing to a safe driving exp\
erience.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for operation, setting adjustments, limitations and 
more details to understand these functions and complete safety precautions. For 
more information, please go to http://www.toyota.com/safety-sense
TSS 2.0 combines an in-vehicle camera mounted in front of the inside rea\
r view mirror 
and a radar mounted in the front grill. These sensors support the driver\
 assist systems.
The Pre-Collision System uses a radar sensor and camera sensor to help d\
etect a 
vehicle or pedestrian or bicyclist in front of your vehicle.
As there is a limit to the degree of recognition accuracy and control pe\
rformance that 
this system can provide, do not overly rely on this system. This system \
will not prevent 
collisions or lessen collision damage or injury in every situation. Do n\
ot use PCS 
instead of normal braking operations under any circumstances. Do not att\
empt to test 
the operation of the Pre-Collision System yourself, as the system may no\
t operate or 
engage, possibly leading to an accident. In some situations, such as whe\
n driving in 
inclement weather such as heavy rain, fog, snow or a sandstorm or while \
driving on a 
curve and for a few seconds after driving on a curve, a vehicle or pedes\
trian or bicyclist 
may not be detected by the radar and camera sensors, preventing the syst\
em from 
operating or engaging properly.
Refer to the Toyota Owner’s Manual for a list of additional situation\
s in which the 
system may not operate properly.
Pre-Collision Warning
When the system determines that the possibility of a frontal collision i\
s high, a buzzer 
will sound and a warning message will be displayed on the Multi-Informat\
ion Display 
(MID) to urge the driver to take evasive action.
Pre-Collision Brake Assist
If the driver notices the hazard and brakes, the system may provide addi\
tional braking 
force using Brake Assist. This system may prime the brakes and may apply\
 greater 
braking force in relation to how strongly the brake pedal is depressed.
Quick overview-Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.0
Automatic High Beams (AHB)
AHB is designed to detect the headlights of oncoming vehicles and 
the tail lights of preceding vehicles and switch between high beams 
and low beams as appropriate. Road Sign Assist (RSA)
RSA is designed to recognize specific road signs using the forward 
facing camera to provide information to the driver via the display.
Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD)
PCS w/PD is designed to provide alert, mitigation, and/or avoidance 
support in certain conditions, when the system detects a potential 
collision with a preceding vehicle is likely to occur. 
The advanced millimeter-wave radar sensor system is designed to work 
with the camera sensor to help recognize a preceding pedestrian or 
bicyclist, and provide an alert, mitigation and/or avoidance support in \
certain conditions.
Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)
Full-Speed Range DRCC is designed to help maintain a pre-set 
distance to a preceding vehicle when the preceding vehicle is traveling \
at a lower speed. The minimum set speed is approximately 20 MPH, 
but once activated, the operating speed range is 0-110 MPH.
Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)
LTA is designed to help keep the vehicle in the center of a lane by 
assisting the driver in steering control when using Full-Speed Range 
DRCC.
Pre-Collision System with  
Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD)
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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/SA)
LDA w/SA is designed to provide notification when the system detects 
an unintended lane departure.
The Steering Assist function is designed to provide small corrective 
steering inputs to the steering wheel for a short period of time to help\
 
keep the vehicle in its lane. 
The Sway Warning function is designed to detect vehicle swaying 
(based on the vehicle location and steering wheel operation) and alert\
 
the driver with an audio and visual alert, urging them to take a break.
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TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE™
LDA in TSS 2.0 uses an in-vehicle camera designed to detect visible whit\
e and 
yellow lane markers or road edge in front of the vehicle and the vehicle\
’s position 
on the road. If the system determines that the vehicle is starting to un\
intentionally 
deviate from its lane, the system alerts the driver with an audio and vi\
sual alert. 
When the alerts occur, the driver must check the surrounding road situat\
ion and 
carefully operate the steering wheel to move the vehicle back to the cen\
ter part of 
their lane. 
LDA is designed to function at speeds of approximately 32 mph (50 km/h)\
 or higher 
on relatively straight roadways.
In addition to the alert function, LDA w/SA also features a steering ass\
ist 
function. When enabled, if the system determines that the vehicle is on \
a path to 
unintentionally depart from its lane, the system may provide small corrective steering 
inputs to the steering wheel for a short period of time to help keep the\
 vehicle in its 
lane. 
If the vehicle repeatedly deviates from the lane, the vehicle drifts wit\
hin the lane due 
to inattention, or the driver abruptly operates the steering wheel after\
 an inattentive 
period, when enabled, the vehicle sway warning function alerts the drive\
r with an 
audio and visual alert, urging them to take a break.
Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist 
(LDA w/SA)
TURNING THE LDA SYSTEM ON/OFF
Press the LDA switch to turn the LDA system on. Depress again to turn it\
 off.
Note: Operation of the LDA system and setting adjustments continues in the 
same condition regardless of Ignition cycle until changed by the driver or the 
system is reset.
Refer to the Toyota Owner’s Manual for additional information on LDA \
operation, 
settings adjustments, limitations, and precautions before attempting to \
use it.
LANE DEPARTURE ALERT
LDA function display(1)
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) indicator flashes orange when operating.
The LDA function  displays when the Multi-Information Display (MID) is switched 
to the driving assist system information screen.
(1) The system displays solid white lines on the LDA indicator when vi\
sible lane 
markers or the road are detected. A side flashes orange to alert the dri\
ver when the 
vehicle deviates from its lane.
(2) The system displays outlines on the LDA indicator when lane marker\
s or the road 
are not detected or the function is temporarily canceled.
Note: When operation conditions are no longer met, a function may be 
temporarily canceled. However, when the operation conditions are met again, 
operation of the function is automatically restored. For example, LDA may not 
function on the side(s) where white/yellow lines are not detectable.
Refer to the Toyota Owner’s Manual for additional information on LDA \
operation, 
settings adjustments, limitations, and precautions before attempting to \
use it.
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LDA in TSS 2.0 uses an in-vehicle camera designed to detect visible whit\
e and 
yellow lane markers or road edge in front of the vehicle and the vehicle\
’s position 
on the road. If the system determines that the vehicle is starting to un\
intentionally 
deviate from its lane, the system alerts the driver with an audio and vi\
sual alert. 
When the alerts occur, the driver must check the surrounding road situat\
ion and 
carefully operate the steering wheel to move the vehicle back to the cen\
ter part of 
their lane. 
LDA is designed to function at speeds of approximately 32 mph (50 km/h)\
 or higher 
on relatively straight roadways.
In addition to the alert function, LDA w/SA also features a steering ass\
ist 
function. When enabled, if the system determines that the vehicle is on \
a path to 
unintentionally depart from its lane, the system may provide small corrective steering 
inputs to the steering wheel for a short period of time to help keep the\
 vehicle in its 
lane. 
If the vehicle repeatedly deviates from the lane, the vehicle drifts wit\
hin the lane due 
to inattention, or the driver abruptly operates the steering wheel after\
 an inattentive 
period, when enabled, the vehicle sway warning function alerts the drive\
r with an 
audio and visual alert, urging them to take a break.
Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist 
(LDA w/SA)
Press the LDA switch to turn the LDA system on. Depress again to turn it\
 off.
Note: Operation of the LDA system and setting adjustments continues in the 
same condition regardless of Ignition cycle until changed by the driver or the 
system is reset.
Refer to the Toyota Owner’s Manual for additional information on LDA \
operation, 
settings adjustments, limitations, and precautions before attempting to \
use it.
LANE DEPARTURE ALERT
LDA function display
Operation display 
of steering wheel 
operation supportLDA indicator
Lane markers/road edge
(2)
(1)
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) indicator flashes orange when operating.
The LDA function  displays when the Multi-Information Display (MID) is switched 
to the driving assist system information screen.
(1) The system displays solid white lines on the LDA indicator when vi\
sible lane 
markers or the road are detected. A side flashes orange to alert the dri\
ver when the 
vehicle deviates from its lane.
(2) The system displays outlines on the LDA indicator when lane marker\
s or the road 
are not detected or the function is temporarily canceled.
Note: When operation conditions are no longer met, a function may be 
temporarily canceled. However, when the operation conditions are met again, 
operation of the function is automatically restored. For example, LDA may not 
function on the side(s) where white/yellow lines are not detectable.
Refer to the Toyota Owner’s Manual for additional information on LDA \
operation, 
settings adjustments, limitations, and precautions before attempting to \
use it.
OVERVIEW
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
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