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1132. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
■Main display and multi-information display
*: The displayed indicator changes according to the current driving mode.
■
Multi-information display (symbol display*)
*: These symbols are displayed along with a message. Also, the sy mbol dis-
plays  listed  here  are  only  an  example,  and  different  symbols  ma y  be  dis-
played according to the contents of the multi-information displ ay.
Indicators and symbols displayed on the display
IndicatorsPages
EV drive mode indicator P. 252
*“ECO MODE” indicator P. 347
*“PWR MODE” indicatorP. 347
EV Indicator P. 130
Symbol displayPages
Smart key system P. 245
Brake  Override  System/Drive-Start
Control/
Parking  Support  Brake  function  (if
equipped) P. 596
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) (if equipped)P. 320
P. 320
Low engine oil pressure warning 
(Canada only) P. 596 

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4-1. Before driving
NOTICE
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. D oing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
● Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle i s flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the e ngine, hybrid
transmission, etc.
● Lubricant  condition  for  the  bearings  and  suspension  joints  (whe re  possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
If the shift control system is damaged by flooding, it may not  be possible to
shift the shift position to P, or from P to other positions. Wh en the shift posi-
tion  cannot  be  changed  from  P  to  any  other  position,  the  front  wheels  will
lock, and you will be unable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels on the
ground, as the front wheels may be locked. In this case, transp ort the vehi-
cle with both front wheels or all four wheels lifted. ( P. 584) 

5967-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Brake Override System/Drive-Start Control/
Parking Support Brake function (symbol display)
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Brake Override SystemIndicates  that  the  accelerator  and  brake  pedals  are  being
depressed  simultaneously,  and  the  Brake  Override  Sys-
tem is operating
 Release  the  accelerator  pedal  and  depress  the  brake
pedal.
Indicates  a  malfunction  in  the  Brake  Override  System
(with warning buzzer)
 Have  the  vehicle  inspected  by  your  Toyota  dealer
immediately.
Drive-Start Control Indicates  that  the  shift  position  was  changed  and  Drive-
Start Control was operated while depressing the accelera-
tor pedal (with warning buzzer)
 Momentarily release the accelerator pedal.
Indicates  a  malfunction  in  the  Drive-Start  Control  (with
warning buzzer)
 Have  the  vehicle  inspected  by  your  Toyota  dealer
immediately.
Parking Support Brake function Indicates  that  the  Parking  Support  Brake  function  (if
equipped) is operating ( P. 379)
 Follow  the  instruction  that   is  displayed  on  the  multi-
information display.
(Canada only)
Low engine oil pressure warning (symbol display)*6
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions 

6067-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If “See Owner’s Manual” is shown
●If “Braking Power Low Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual”  is shown,
this may be a malfunction. Immediately stop the vehicle in a sa fe place and
contact  your Toyota  dealer.  Continuing  to  drive  the  vehicle  may  be  danger-
ous.
● If  “Engine  Oil  Pressure  Low”  is  shown,  this  may  be  a  malfunction.  Immedi-
ately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota  dealer.
● If  the  following  messages are  shown,  there  may  be  a  malfunction .  Immedi-
ately have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
• “Hybrid System Malfunction”
• “Check Engine”
• “Hybrid Battery System Malfunction”
• “Accelerator System Malfunction”
• “Smart Key System Malfunction See Owner’s Manual”
■ If “Shift System Not A ctive Apply Parking Brake Securely While  Parking
See Owner’s Manual” is shown
Indicates a temporary operation failure or malfunction in the shift control sys-
tem. Immediately have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota deal er.
When  the  message  is  shown,  the  hybrid  system  may  not  be  started or the
shift position may not be changed normally. (Coping method:  P. 609)
■ If  “Shift  System  Malfunction A pply  Parking  Brake  Securely  While   Park-
ing See Owner’s Manual” is shown
Indicates a malfunction in the shift control system. Immediatel y have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
When  the  message  is  shown,  the  hybrid  system  may  not  be  started  or the
shift position may not be changed normally. (Coping method:  P. 609)
■ If  “   Switch  Malfunction Apply  Par king  Brake  Securely  While  Parking
See Owner’s Manual” is shown
The  P  position  switch  may  not  operate.  Immediately  have  the  veh icle
inspected by your Toyota dealer. 
When  parking  the  vehicle,  stop  the  vehicle  on  level  ground  and  apply  the
parking brake firmly.
■ If  “Shift  System  Malfunction  Shi fting  Unavailable  See  Owner’s  M anual”
is shown
Indicates a malfunction in the shift control system. Immediatel y have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Toyota dealer. 
The shift position may not be shifted from P to other than P.
■ If  “Shift  System  Malfunction  S top  in  a  Safe  Place  See  Owner’s  Manual”
is shown
Indicates a malfunction in the shift control system. Immediatel y have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Toyota dealer. 
The shift position may not be changed. Stop the vehicle in a sa fe place. 

6087-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If “Shift to   Before Exiting Vehicle” is shown
Message  is  displayed  when  the  driver’s  door  is  opened  without  t urning  the
power switch to off with the shift position in any position oth er than P.
Shift the shift position to P.
■ If “Shift is in   Release Accelerat or Before Shifting” is shown
Message  is  displayed  when  the  accelerator  pedal  has  been  depressed  and
the shift position is in N. 
Release the accelerator pedal and shift the shift position to D  or R.
■ If  “Depress  Brake  When  Vehicle  is  Stopped.  Hybrid  System  may  Ov er-
heat.” is shown
The message may be shown when the accelerator pedal is depresse d to hold
the vehicle while the vehicle is stopped on an uphill, etc.
The hybrid system may overheat. Release the accelerator pedal a nd depress
the brake pedal.
■ If “Shifted to   Stop Vehicle to Shift to  ” is shown
If  the  P  position switch is  pressed  while driving,  the shift po sition  is changed
to N and the message is shown. ( P. 257)
■ If “Auto Power OFF to Conserve Battery” is shown
The power switch has been turned off by the automatic power off  function.
When  starting  the  hybrid  system  next  time,  operate  the  hybrid  s ystem  for
approximately 5 minutes to recharge the 12-volt battery.
■ If “Engine Oil Level Low Add or Replace” is displayed
The  engine  oil  level  may  be  low.  Check  the  level  of  the  engine  oil,  and  add
engine  oil  if  necessary.  This  message  may  be  displayed  if  the  vehicle  is
stopped on a slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface and che ck if the mes-
sage disappears.
■ If “Accelerator and Brake Pedals Pressed Simultaneously” is sho wn
The accelerator and brake pedals are being depressed simultaneo usly. 
( P. 229)
Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal.
■ If  a  message  that  indicates  the  malfunction  of  front  camera  is  dis-
played.
*
The  following  systems  may  be  suspended  until  the  problem  shown  in  the
message is resolved. ( P. 294, 592)
● PCS (Pre-Collision System)
*
●LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)*
●AHB (Automatic High Beam)*
●RSA (Road Sign Assist)*
●Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range*
*
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8-1. Specifications
■Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Reference*])
*: The engine oil  capacity is a reference  quantity to be  used when changing
the  engine  oil.  Park  the  vehicle  on  level  ground.  After  warming   up  the
engine  and  turning  off  the  hybrid  system,  wait  more  than  5  minu tes,  and
check the oil level on the dipstick.
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Engine oil selection
“Toyota  Genuine  Motor  Oil”  is  used  in  your  Toyota  vehicle.  Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to sat isfy
the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: API SN/RC multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-16
SAE  0W-16  is  the  best  choice
for  good  fuel  economy  and
good starting in cold weather.
If  SAE  0W-16  is  not  available,
SAE  0W-20  oil  may  be  used.
However,  it  must  be  replaced
with  SAE  0W-16  at  the  next  oil
change.
Oil viscosity (0W-16 is expl ained here as an example):
• The  0W  in  0W-16  indicates  the  characteristic  of  the  oil  which allows cold startability. Oils wi th a lower value before the W allow
for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
• The  16  in  0W-16  indicates  the  vi scosity  characteristic  of  the oil
when the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher visco sity
(one  with  a  higher  value)  may  be  better  suited  if  the  vehicle  i s
operated at high speeds, or un der extreme load conditions.
Lubrication system
With filter4.4 qt. (4.2 L, 3.7 Imp.qt.)
Without filter4.1 qt. (3.9 L, 3.4 Imp.qt.)
Outside temperature