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When trouble arises
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Set the parking brake and shift the shift position to P. Stop the
hybrid system.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the front wheel s
to help provide traction.
Restart the hybrid system.
Shift the shift position to D or R and release the parking brak e.
Then, while exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Press to turn off TRAC. ( P. 4 2 2 )
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Vehicle specifications
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 67.4 lb f (300 N,
30.6 kgf) while the hybrid system is operating.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N,
30.6 kgf).
Transmission
Fluid capacity*3.8 qt. (3.6 L, 3.2 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
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.
Rear differential (rear electric motor) (AWD models)
Fluid capacity*1.3 qt. (1.2 L, 1.1 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
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.
Brakes
Pedal clearance*14.69 in. (119 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04 — 0.24 in. (1.0 — 6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*28 —11 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 4

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8-2. Customization
Customizable features
When customizing vehicle features, ensure that the vehicle is parked
in a safe place with the parking brake set and the shift position in P.
■Changing using the multi-information display
Press or of the meter control switches, select .
Press or of the meter control switches, select
(“Vehicle Settings”), and then press .
Press or of the meter control switches, select the item,
and then press .
Press or of the meter contro l switches, select the desired
setting, and then press .
To go back to the previous screen or exit the customize mode,
press .
Your vehicle includes a variety of electronic features that can be
personalized to suit your preferences. The settings of these fe a-
tures can be changed using the multi-information display, the
navigation system, the multimed ia system, or at your Toyota
dealer.
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other func-
tions being customized. Contact your Toyota dealer for further
details.
Customizing vehicle features
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8-3. Initialization
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Vehicle specifications
Items to initialize
The following items must be initialized for normal system opera-
tion after such cases as the 12-volt battery being reconnected,
or maintenance being pe rformed on the vehicle.
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Power windowWhen functioning abnormallyP. 219
Moon roof (if
equipped)When functioning abnormallyP. 225
Parking Support
Brake function (if
equipped)After reconnecting or changing the
12-volt batteryP. 383
S-APGS (Simple
Advanced Parking
Guidance System) (if
equipped)
After reconnecting or changing the
12-volt batteryP. 410
Message indicating
maintenance is
required (U.S.A. only)
After the maintenance is performedP. 506
Tire pressure warn-
ing system
• When rotating the tires on vehi-
cles with differing front and rear
tire inflation pressures
• When changing the tire size
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●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? (P. 597)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 262)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may a lso sound.
( P. 592, 603)
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( P. 603)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed , refer to
P. 592, 603.
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
A warning buzzer sounds w hen leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed

726Alphabetical index
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Bottle holders .......................... 464
BrakeFluid ...................................... 671
Parking brake........................ 262
Regenerative braking.............. 86
Warning light ......................... 592
Brake assist ............................. 420
Brake Override System ........... 229
Break-in tips ............................. 230
Brightness control Instrument cluster light
control................................. 100
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 349 Blind Spot Monitor
function ............................... 354
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ............................... 357
Care................................... 496, 502 Aluminum wheels.................. 497
Exterior ................................. 496
Front camera ........................ 291
Interior................................... 502
Radar sensor ........................ 290
Seat belts .............................. 503
Water-repellent coating......... 497
Cargo capacity ......................... 242
Cargo hooks............................. 468 Catch protection function....... 219
CD player
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Chains ...................................... 431
Child restraint system............... 56
Fixed with a LATCH
system .......... ..................... ... 69
Fixed with a seat belt .............. 63
Front passenger occupant classification syst em ............ 49
Points to remember ................ 57
Riding with children ................ 55
Types of child restraint system installation method ............... 59
Using an anchor bracket......... 72
Child safety ................................ 55 12-volt battery precautions ... 526
Airbag precautions.................. 38
Back door precautions .......... 193
Child restraint system ............. 56
How your child should wear the seat belt.......................... 31
Installing child restraints ......... 59
Moon roof precautions .......... 226
Power window lock switch .... 218
Power window precautions ... 221
Rear door child-protectors .... 188
Removed key battery precautions......................... 562
Riding with children ................ 55
Seat belt extender precautions........................... 34
Seat belt precautions .............. 68
Seat heater precautions ....... 456
Child-protectors ...................... 188
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727Alphabetical index
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CleaningAluminum wheels.................. 497
Exterior ................................. 496
Front camera ........................ 291
Hybrid battery (traction
battery) air intake vent ........ 551
Interior................................... 502
Radar sensor ........................ 290
Seat belts .............................. 503
Water-repellent coating......... 497
Clock ........................................... 98
Adjustment ............................ 103
Coat hooks ............................... 486
Combination meter .................... 98 Clock adjustment .................. 103
Main display .......................... 115
Multi-information display ....... 124
Warning lights and indicators ............................ 107
Condenser ................................ 524
Console box ............................. 462
Consumption screen ....... 165, 172
Coolant ..................................... 522
Capacity ................................ 670
Checking ............................... 522
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 430
Cooling system ........................ 522 Engine overheating ............... 656
Hybrid system overheating ... 658
Cruise control Cruise control........................ 342
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......... 326
Cup holders.............................. 463
Curtain shield airbags ............... 35
Customizable features ............ 690 Daytime running light
system.................................... 266
Deck board ............................... 467
Defogger Outside rear view
mirrors ........................ 440, 450
Rear window ................. 440, 450
Windshield .................... 440, 450
Dimension ................................ 664
Dinghy towing.......................... 244
Display BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 349
Drive information .................. 126
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......... 326
Energy monitor ..... 127, 165, 172
Head-up display.................... 158
Intuitive parking assist .......... 363
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) .... 316
Main display.......................... 115
Multi-information display ....... 124
Parking Support Brake function............................... 379
RCTA detection screen ........ 349
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ....... 323
S-APGS (Simple Advanced Parking Guidance
System) .............................. 390
Pre-collision warning ............ 297
Trip information..................... 119
Warning messages ............... 603
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 512
Door courtesy lights ............... 458 Location ................................ 458
Wattage ................................ 674D
*: Refer to “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.

731Alphabetical index
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I/M test ...................................... 511
Identification ............................ 665Engine................................... 666
Vehicle .................................. 665
Ignition switch (power
switch) .................................... 245 Auto power off function ......... 247
Automatic hybrid system shut off feature ........................... 249
Changing the power switch modes................................. 247
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 581
Starting the hybrid system .... 245
Illuminated entry system ........ 460
Immobilizer system ................... 95
Indicators ................................. 107
Initialization .............................. 701 Items to initialize ................... 701
Maintenance data ................. 506
Moon roof.............................. 225
Parking Support Brake function ............................... 383
Power windows ..................... 219
S-APGS (Simple Advanced Parking Guidance
System) .............................. 410
Tire pressure warning system ......... ....................... 535
Inside rear view mirror ............ 214
Instrument cluster light
control .................................... 100
Interior lights............................ 458
Switch ........................... 459, 460
Wattage ................................ 674
Intuitive parking assist............ 362 Jack
Positioning a floor jack.......... 517
Vehicle-equipped
jack ............................. 613, 632
Jack handle ...................... 613, 632
Jam protection function
Moon roof ............................. 224
Power windows..................... 219
Keyless entry ........................... 186 Smart key system ................. 196
Wireless remote control ........ 186
Keys .......................................... 180
Battery-saving function ......... 198
Electronic key ....................... 180
Engine switch (power switch) ................................ 245
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 647
If you lose your keys ..... 181, 184
Key number plate ................. 180
Keyless entry ........................ 186
Mechanical key ..................... 181
Power switch ........................ 245
Replacing the battery............ 560
Smart key system ................. 196
Warning buzzer .................... 197
Wireless remote control ........ 186
Knee airbag ................................ 35
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*: Refer to “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” or “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.