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Driving
WARNING
●Use regenerative braking to main- tain a safe speed when driving
down a steep hill. Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose effectiveness.
( P.251)
●If “Regenerative braking limited.
Press brake to decelerate.” appears on the multi-information display, firmly depress the brake pedal to
decelerate the vehicle. ( P.523)
●Do not adjust the positions of the
steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or outside rear view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Always check that all passengers’ arms, heads or other parts of their body are not outside the vehicle.
●AWD models: Do not drive the vehi-cle off-road.
This is not a AWD vehicle designed for off-road driving. Proceed with all due caution if it becomes unavoid-
able to drive off-road.
●Do not drive across a river or
through other bodies of water. This may cause electric/electronic components to short circuit, dam-
age the EV system or cause other serious damage to the vehicle.
■When driving on slippery road surfaces
●Sudden braking, acceleration and
steering may cause tire slippage and reduce your ability to control the vehicle.
●Sudden acceleration or regenera-tive braking due to shift changing
could cause the vehicle to skid, resulting in an accident.
●After driving through a puddle, lightly depress the brake pedal to make sure that the brakes are func-
tioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent the brakes from func-tioning properly. If the brakes on
only one side are wet and not func- tioning properly, steering control may be affected.
■When shifting the shift position
●Do not let the vehicle roll backward
while a forward driving position is selected, or roll forward while the shift position is in R.
Doing so may result in an accident or damage to the vehicle.
●Do not shift the shift position to P while the vehicle is moving.Doing so can damage the transmis-
sion and may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Do not shift the shift position to R while the vehicle is moving forward.Doing so can damage the transmis-
sion and may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Do not shift the shift position to a driving position while the vehicle is moving backward.
Doing so can damage the transmis- sion and may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Changing the shift position to N while the vehicle is moving will dis-
engage the EV system. Regenera- tive braking is not available with the EV system disengaged.
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●Be careful not to change the shift position with the accelerator pedal
depressed. Changing the shift position to any position other than P or N may lead
to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an acci-dent and result in death or serious
injury. After changing the shift position, make sure to confirm the current
shift position displayed on the shift position indicator inside the meter.
■If you hear a squealing or scrap-ing noise (brake pad wear indica-tors)
Have the brake pads checked and replaced by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer as soon as possible.Rotor damage may result if the pads
are not replaced when needed. It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake
pads and/or those of the brake discs are exceeded.
■When the vehicle is stopped
●Do not depress the accelerator pedal unnecessarily.
If the shift position is in any position other than P or N, the vehicle may accelerate suddenly and unexpect-
edly, causing an accident.
●In order to prevent accidents due to
the vehicle rolling away, always keep depressing the brake pedal while stopped with the “READY”
indicator is illuminated, and apply the parking brake as necessary.
●If the vehicle is stopped on an incline, in order to prevent acci-dents caused by the vehicle rolling
forward or backward, always depress the brake pedal and securely apply the parking brake as
needed.
■When the vehicle is parked
●Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink
cans in the vehicle when it is in the sun.Doing so may result in the follow-
ing:
• Gas may leak from a cigarette
lighter or spray can, and may lead to a fire.
• The temperature inside the vehicle may cause the plastic lenses and plastic material of glasses to
deform or crack.
• Soft drink cans may fracture, caus-
ing the contents to spray over the interior of the vehicle, and may also cause a short circuit in the vehicle’s
electrical components.
●Do not leave cigarette lighters in the
vehicle. If a cigarette lighter is in a place such as the glove box or on the floor, it may be lit accidentally
when luggage is loaded or the seat is adjusted, causing a fire.
●Do not attach adhesive discs to the windshield or windows. Do not place containers such as air fresh-
eners on the instrument panel or dashboard. Adhesive discs or con-tainers may act as lenses, causing
a fire in the vehicle.
●Do not leave a door or window
open if the curved glass is coated with a metallized film such as a sil-ver-colored one. Reflected sunlight
may cause the glass to act as a lens, causing a fire.
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When the following unusual opera-
tion is performed with the accelera-
tor pedal depressed, the EV system
output may be restrained.
• When the shift position to R*.
• When the shift position is shifted
from P or R to forward drive shift
position such as D*.
When the system operates, a mes-
sage appears on the multi-informa-
tion display. Read the message and
follow the instruction.
NOTICE
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the
following situations. Hold the steering wheel firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the
vehicle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
●The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
●The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a
flat tire ( P.528)
■When encountering flooded
roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain, etc. Doing so
may cause the following serious dam- age to the vehicle:
●Short in electrical components
●Traction battery damage caused by
water immersion
In the event that you drive on a
flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to have any autho-rized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer check the following:
●Brake function
●Changes in quantity and quality of transmission fluid, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
●Components connected to the trac-tion battery.
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. In this case, con-
tact any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reli-
able repairer.
■When parking the vehicle
Always set the parking brake, and
shift the shift position to P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle may accelerate sud-
denly if the accelerator pedal is acci- dentally depressed.
■When involved in a minor acci-dent
Damage to the traction battery or bat-
tery peripheral components could cause malfunctions. Even if it is a minor accident, have the vehicle
inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Sudden start restraint con-
trol (Drive-Start Control
[DSC])
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1Check that the charging cable is
disconnected. ( P.121, 129)
2 Pull the parking brake switch to
check that the parking brake is
set. ( P.254)
The parking brake indicator will come on.
3 Firmly depress the brake pedal.
and a message will be displayed
on the multi-information display.
If it is not displayed, the EV system
cannot be started.
When the shift position is in N, the EV system cannot start. Shift the shift posi-
tion to P when starting the EV system. ( P.248)
4Press the power switch shortly
and firmly.
When operating the power switch, one short, firm press is enough.It is not necessary to press and hold the
switch. If the “READY” indicator turns on, the EV system will operate normally.
Continue depressing the brake pedal until the “READY” indicator is illumi-nated.
The EV system can be started from any
power switch mode.
5 Check that the “READY” indica-
tor is illuminated.
The vehicle cannot be driven if the “READY” indicator is off.
■Power switch illumination
In the following situations, the power
switch is illuminated.
●When the driver’s or passenger’s door
is opened.
●When the power switch is in ACC or
ON.
●When the power switch mode is
changed from ACC or ON to off.
Also, in the following situation, the
power switch flashes.
●When depressing the brake pedal
while carrying the electronic key.
■If the EV system does not start
●The immobilizer system may not have
been deactivated. ( P. 7 5 ) Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
●The charging cable may be connected to the vehicle. ( P. 1 1 8 )
●If a message related to start-up is shown on the multi-information dis-play, read the message and follow the
instructions.
●The smart entry & start system may
not be operating properly. ( P.543)
●If the door is unlocked with the
Power (ignition) switch
Performing the following oper-
ations when carrying the elec-
tronic key on your person
starts the EV system or
changes power switch modes.
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mechanical key, the EV system can-
not be started using the smart entry & start system. However, if the elec-tronic key is carried inside the vehicle
and the doors are locked ( P.188), the EV system can be started.
■When the ambient temperature is low, such as during winter driving
conditions
●When starting the EV system, the
flashing time of the “READY” indicator may be long. Leave the vehicle as it is until the “READY” indicator is steady
on, as steady means the vehicle is able to move.
●When the traction battery is extremely cold (below approximately -30°C [-22°F]) under the influence of the out-
side temperature, it may not be possi- ble to start the EV system. In this case, try to start the EV system again
after the temperature of the traction battery increases due to the outside temperature increase, etc.
■Sounds and vibrations specific to
an battery electric vehicle
P. 8 4
■If the 12-volt battery is discharged
The EV system cannot be started using
the smart entry & start system. Refer to P.544 to restart the EV system.
■Electronic key battery depletion
P. 1 8 2
■Conditions affecting operation
P. 2 0 4
■Note for the entry function
P. 2 0 5
■Steering lock function (if equipped)
●After turning the power switch off and opening and closing the doors, the steering wheel will be locked due to
the steering lock function. Operating the power switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.
●When the steering lock cannot be released, “Push Power Switch while
Turning the Steering Wheel in Either
Direction” will be displayed on the multi-information display.Check that the shift position is in P.
Press the power switch shortly and firmly while turning the steering wheel left and right.
●To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, operation of the
motor may be suspended if the EV system is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period of time. In this case,
refrain from operating the EV system. After about 10 seconds, the steering lock motor will resume functioning.
■If the “READY” indicator does not
come on
In the event that the “READY” indicator does not come on even after performing
the proper procedures for starting the vehicle, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or
any reliable repairer immediately.
■If the EV system is malfunctioning
P. 9 0
■Electronic key battery
P. 4 9 9
■Operation of the power switch
●If the switch is not pressed shortly and firmly, the power switch mode may not
change or the EV system may not start.
●If attempting to restart the EV system immediately after turning the power switch off, the EV system may not
start in some cases. After turning the power switch off, please wait a few seconds before restarting the EV sys-
tem.
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Driving
■Customization
If the smart entry & start system has been deactivated in a customized set-ting, refer to P.542.
1 Stop the vehicle completely.
2 Set the parking brake. (P.254)
3 Press the P position switch.
( P.248)
Check that the shift position indicator
shows P and the parking brake indica- tor is illuminated.
4 Press the power switch.
The EV system will stop, and the meter display will be extinguished (the shift
position indicator will be extinguished a few seconds after the meter display).
5 Release the brake pedal and
check that “ACCESSORY” or
“POWER ON” is not shown on
the meter.
■When the shift control system mal-
functions
When attempting to turn the power switch off while there is a malfunction in
the shift control system, the power switch mode may change to ACC. In this case, ACC may be turned off by apply-
ing the parking brake and pressing the power switch again. If there is a mal-function in the system, have the vehicle
inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
■Automatic P position selection
function
P. 2 5 0
WARNING
■When starting the EV system
Always start the EV system while sit- ting in the driver’s seat. Do not
depress the accelerator pedal while starting the EV system under any cir-cumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■Caution while driving (some models)
If EV system failure occurs while the
vehicle is moving, do not lock or open the doors until the vehicle reaches a safe and complete stop. Otherwise,
the steering lock function will activate and this may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■When starting the EV system
If the EV system becomes difficult to start, have your vehicle checked by any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reli- able repairer immediately.
■Symptoms indicating a malfunc-tion with the power switch
If the power switch seems to be oper-
ating somewhat differently than usual, such as the switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact
any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reli-able repairer immediately.
Stopping the EV system
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Modes can be changed by pressing
the power switch with the brake
pedal released. (The mode
changes each time the switch is
pressed.)
“ACCESSORY”
“POWER ON”
1 OFF
The emergency flashers can be used.
2ACC*
Some electrical components such as
the audio system can be used.
“ACCESSORY” will be displayed on the
meter.
3 ON
All electrical components can be used.
“POWER ON” will be displayed on the
meter.
*: Setting can be customized. ( P.567)
■Auto power off function
If the vehicle is left in ACC for more than
20 minutes or ON (the EV system is not operating) for more than an hour with the shift position in P, the power switch
will automatically turn off. However, this function cannot entirely prevent the 12-volt battery discharge. Do not leave the
vehicle with the power switch in ACC or ON for long periods of time when the EV system is not operating.
WARNING
■Stopping the EV system in an emergency
●If you want to stop the EV system in an emergency while driving the vehicle, press and hold the power
switch for more than 2 seconds, or press it briefly 3 times or more in succession. ( P.506)
However, do not touch the power switch while driving except in an emergency. Turning the EV system
off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, how-ever, power assist to the steering
will be lost. This will make it more difficult to steer smoothly, so you should pull over and stop the vehi-
cle as soon as it is safe to do so.
●If the power switch is operated
while the vehicle is running, a warn- ing message will be shown on the multi-information display and a
buzzer sounds.
●When restarting the EV system
after an emergency shutdown, press the power switch.
Changing power switch
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■Restraining sudden start (Drive-
Start Control)
P. 2 3 4
■If a message about a shift operation is shown
To prevent the shift position from being selected incorrectly or the vehicle from moving unexpectedly, the shift position
may be changed automatically or oper- ating the rotary shifter may be required. In this case, change the shift position
following the messages on the multi- information display.
■After recharging/reconnecting the 12-volt battery
P. 4 7 4
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery dis- charge
●Do not leave the power switch in ACC or ON for long periods of time without the EV system on.
●If “ACCESSORY” or “POWER ON” is displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display while the EV system is not operating, the power switch is not OFF. Exit the vehicle after turn-
ing the power switch off.
Transmission
Select the shift position
depending on your purpose
and situation.
Shift position purpose and
functions
Shift positionObjective or function
P
Parking the vehi-
cle/starting the EV sys-
tem
RReversing
N
Neutral
(Condition in which the
power is not transmit-
ted)
DNormal driving