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Combination meter
The units used on the display may differ depending on the target region.
Main display (P. 115)
The  main  display  shows  basic  information  related  to  driving,  su ch  as  the
vehicle speed and remaining fuel amount.
Multi-information display ( P. 124)
The  multi-information  display  shows  information  which  makes  the   vehicle
convenient-to-use, such as the hybrid system operation conditio n and fuel
consumption  history.  Also,  the  operation  contents  of  the  drivin g  support
systems  and  the  combination  meter  display  settings  can  be  chang ed  by
switching to the settings screen.
Warning lights and indicators ( P.   1 0 7 )
The warning lights and indicators comes on or flashes to indicate problems
with the vehicle or to show the operation status of the vehicle ’s systems.
Clock (P. 103)
The large meter uses 2 liquid crystal displays to display infor ma-
tion  such  as  the  vehicle  conditi on,  driving  status  and  fuel  con-
sumption.
Combination meter layout
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Instrument cluster
To adjust the time, perform operations on the   screen (P.   1 4 4 )
of the multi-information display.
■Adjusting the time
Press    or    of  the  meter  cont rol  switches  on  the  steering
wheel and select  .
Press    or    of  the  meter  control  switches  and  select .
Press   to display the cursor.
Press    or    of  the
meter  control  switches  to
adjust  the  cursor  position,
and  then  press    or    to
change the setting.
When  the  12-hour  display  is
selected,  “12H”  is  displayed,
and when the 24-hour display is
selected, “24H” is displayed.
When  adjusting  minutes,  operation  automatically  starts  from  00  sec-
onds.
After changing the settings, press   to return to the previous s creen.
Clock adjustment
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Instrument cluster
■When disconnecting and reconnecting 12-volt battery terminals
The settings of the clock will be reset.
■ Calendar settings
●Until the calendar settings are set, the check screen is displa yed every time
the power switch is turned to ON mode.
● After  the  calendar  information  is  set,  it  can  be  changed  in  the  “Meter  Cus-
tomize” settings. ( P. 153)
■ When  the  menu  screen  on  the  navi gation  system  is  operated  (vehicles
with 11.6-inch display)
■ Liquid crystal display
Small  spots  or  light  spots  may  appear  on  the  display.  This  phen omenon  is
characteristic of liquid crystal displays, and there is no prob lem continuing to
use the display.
■ Pop-up display
Some  functions,  such  as  the  driving  mode  select  switch  and  air  conditioning
system,  are  operation-linked  and  display  pop-up  screens  on  the  multi-infor-
mation display. If the pop-up screens of these functions are not desired, they
can be turned off in the “Meter Customize” settings. ( P. 153)
If  calendar  recording  is interrupted due  to
replacement  of  the  12-volt  battery  or  12-
volt  battery  discharge,  etc.,  when  the
power  switch  is  turned  to  ON  mode  after
maintenance, the calendar settings check
screen  is  automatically  displayed  on  the
multi-information display.
●
If  date  information  is  not  set,  the  fuel
consumption  record  cannot  be  stored
correctly.  When  the  calendar  settings
check screen is displayed, make sure to
always set the settings. ( P. 151)
A pop-up display of the menu screen icon
is  displayed  on  the  multi-information  dis-
play.
*
*
: The  pop-up  display  on  the  navigation
system  can  be  turned  off  in  the  “Meter
Customize” settings. ( P. 153) 
     
        
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*1: If equipped
*2: When there is a warning message that can be displayed, the color of 
changes to amber.
Menu iconsContentsPages
Drive information The  energy  monitor  that  shows  the  operation
status  of  the  hybrid  system,  or  other  informa-
tion such as fuel consumption is displayed. P. 126
Clock setting display
The clock settings can be changed. P. 144
Navigation system-linked display*1
The  information  related  to the  navigation  sys-
tem is displayed.P. 145
Audio system-linked display*1
The audio system settings can be changed.P. 145
Air conditioning system settings screen
The  air  conditioning  system  settings  can  be
changed.
P. 146
Driving assist system information
The  information  related  to  driving  assist  sys-
tems such as the LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
*1
and  dynamic  radar  cruise  control  with  full-
speed range
*1 is displayed.
P. 150
Warning message display*2
The warning messages are displayed.P. 150
Settings displayThe  settings  of  the  vehicle  functions,  meter
display, etc. can be changed.
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The  clock  settings  can  be
changed.
 Clock setting display
ItemSetting result
Adjusts the clock. 
( P. 103)
Sets  the  minutes  to
“00”. ( P. 104) 
     
        
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Driving
■Automatic hybrid system shut off feature
●The vehicle is equipped with a feature that automatically shuts  off the hybrid
system when the shift position is in P with the hybrid system operating for an
extended period.
● The hybrid system will automatically shut off after approximately 1 hour if it
has been left running while the shift position is in P.
● The  timer  for  the  automatic  hybrid  system  shut  off  feature  will   reset  if  the
brake pedal is depressed or if the shift position is in a posit ion other than P.
● After  the  vehicle  is  parked,  if  the  door  is  locked  with  the  door  lock  switch
(P. 187) from the inside or the mechanical key ( P. 647) from the outside,
the  automatic  hybrid  system  shut  off  feature  will  be  disabled.  The  timer  for
the automatic hybrid system shut off feature will be re-enabled  if the driver’s
door is opened.
■ Automatic P position selection function
P. 258
■ When the shift contr ol system malfunctions
When  attempting  to  turn  the  power  switch  off  while  there  is  a  m alfunction  in
the  shift  control  system,  the  power  switch  mode  may  change  to  A CCES-
SORY mode. In this case, ACCESSORY mode may be turned off by ap plying
the parking brake and pressing the power switch again. If there  is a malfunc-
tion in the system, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota d ealer immedi-
ately.
■ Meter display
When the power switch is turned off, each display will turn off  as follows.
● The shift position indicator will turn off after approximately  2 seconds.
● The  multi-information  display,  clock,  etc.  will  turn  off  after  approximately  30
seconds.  (Each  display  will  also  turn  off  immediately  if  a  door   is  locked
before 30 seconds has elapsed.)
■ If the smart key system has been d eactivated in a customized setting
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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■Adding engine oil
If  the  oil  level  is  below  or  near
the  low  level  mark,  add  engine
oil  of  the  same  type  as  that
already in the engine.
Make  sure  to  check  the  oil  type  and  prepare  the  items  needed
before adding oil.Remove the oil fille r cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly,  checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap  by turning it clockwise.
■Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving.  In the following
situations,  oil  consumption  may  increase,  and  engine  oil  may  ne ed  to  be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
● When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing t he vehicle or
after replacing the engine
● If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
● When  driving  at  high  engine  speeds  or  with  a  heavy  load,  or  when  driving
while accelerating or decelerating frequently
● When  leaving  the  engine  idling  for  a  long  time,  or  when  driving   frequently
through heavy traffic
Engine oil selectionP. 668
Oil quantity (Low  Full)1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp.qt.)
ItemsClean funnel
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■Parking lights (bulb type) (if equipped)
Remove the clips and the engine compartment cover.
There are two types of clips used, which vary depending on the  vehicle.
Turn  the  bulb  base  counter-
clockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
When installing the bulb, reverse the steps   and   in reverse.
Attach  the  engine  compart-
ment  cover  and  install  the
clips.
Push  up  center  portion  of  the
clips (type A only).
Insert and press the clips.
Replacing light bulbs
1
Type B
Type A
O
P
QOP
Type A
Type BR