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When trouble arises
■Warning messages
The warning messages explained below may differ from the actual messages
according to operation conditions and vehicle specifications.
■ System warning lights
The master warning light does not come on or flash in the following cases.
Instead, a separate system warning light will come on along wit h a message
or image shown on the multi-information display.
● “Antilock Brake System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer”:
The ABS warning light comes on. ( P. 589)
● “Braking Power Low Visit Your Dealer”:
The brake system warning light (yellow) will come on. ( P. 588)
● Indicates that a door is not fully closed while the vehicle is stopped.:
The Open door warning light comes on. ( P. 590)
■ If “Visit Your Dealer” is shown
The system or part shown on the multi-information display is malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
■ If a message about an operation is shown
● If a message about an operation of the accelerator pedal or bra ke pedal is
shown
• A warning message about an operation of the brake pedal may be shown
while the driving assist systems such as PCS (Pre-Collision System) (if
equipped) or the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed r ange (if
equipped) is operating. If a warning message is shown, be sure to decel-
erate the vehicle or follow an instruction shown on the multi-i nformation
display.
• A warning message is shown when Brake Override System operates .
( P. 223, 604)
• A warning message is shown when Drive-Start Control or Parking Sup-
port Brake function (if equipped) operates ( P. 224, 376). Follow the
instructions on the multi-information display.
● If a message about an operation of the power switch is shown
An instruction for operation of the power switch is shown when the incorrect
procedure for starting the hybrid system is performed or the power switch is
operated incorrectly. Follow the instructions shown on the mult i-information
display to operate the power switch again.
● If a message about a shift operation is shown
To prevent the shift position from being selected incorrectly o r the vehicle
from moving unexpectedly, the shift position may be changed aut omatically
( P. 251) or shift operation may be required. In this case, chang e the shift
position following the instructions on the multi-information display.
● If a message or image about an open/close state of a part or replenishment
of a consumable is shown
Confirm the part indicated by the multi-information display or a warning light,
and then perform the coping method such as closing the open doo r or
replenishing a consumable.
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When trouble arises
■If the tire is inflated to more than the specified air pressure
Disconnect the hose from the valve.
Disconnect the hose from the valv e, remove the air release cap from
the hose and then reconnect the hose.
Turn the compressor switch on and wait for several seconds, and then
turn it off. Check that the air pressure indicator shows the sp ecified air
pressure. ( P. 668)
If the air pressure is under the designated pressure, turn the compres-
sor switch on again and repeat the inflation procedure until th e speci-
fied air pressure is reached.
■The valve of a tire that has been repaired
After a tire is repaired with the emergency tire puncture repai r kit, the
valve should be replaced.
■After a tire is repaired with the emergency tire puncture repai r kit
●The tire pressure warning valve and transmitter should be replaced.
●Even if the tire inflation pressure is at the recommended level, the tire
pressure warning light may come on/flash.
■Note for checking the emergency tire puncture repair kit
Check the sealant expiry date occasionally.
The expiry date is shown on the bottle. Do not use sealant whos e expiry
date has already passed. Otherwise, repairs conducted using the emer-
gency tire puncture repair kit may not be performed properly. Install the air release cap to the end of
the hose and push the protrusion on
the air release cap into the tire valve
to let some air out.
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■The compact spare tire (if equipped)
●The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE
ONLY” on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spar e tire temporarily, and only in an emergenc y.
●Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the compact s pare tire.
( P. 6 6 8 )
■When using the compact spare tire (if equipped)
As the compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be
indicated by the tire pressure warning system. Also, if you rep lace the
compact spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the light
remains on.
■When the compact spare tire is equipped (if equipped)
The vehicle height may become lower when driving with the compa ct
spare tire compared to when d riving with standard tires.
■If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ic e (vehi-
cles with compact spare tire)
Install the compact spare tire on one of the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Perform the following steps and f it tire chains to the front tires:
Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire.
Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of the vehi-
cle.
Fit tire chains to the front tires.
■Jack point
■Storing the jack The mark indicating the jack point is
stamped on the underside of the vehi-
cle.
Place the jack in the same direction as
the mark next to the storage space.
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WARNING
■When removing the 12-volt battery terminals
Always remove the negative (-) terminal first. If the positive (+) terminal con-
tacts any metal in the surrounding area when the positive (+) terminal is
removed, a spark may occur, leading to a fire in addition to el ectrical shocks
and death or serious injury.
■ Avoiding 12-volt battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally ignit ing the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the 12-volt battery:
● Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that
it is not unintentionally in contact with any other than the in tended terminal.
● Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” termi-
nal to come into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area,
such as brackets or unpainted metal.
● Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come in to contact
with each other.
● Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open fla me near
the 12-volt battery.
■ 12-volt battery precautions
The 12-volt battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte,
while related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following
precautions when handling the 12-volt battery:
● When working with the 12-volt battery, always wear safety glass es and
take care not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with
skin, clothing or the vehicle body.
● Do not lean over the 12-volt battery.
● In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.
● Always wash your hands after handling the 12-volt battery support, termi-
nals, and other battery-related parts.
● Do not allow children near the 12-volt battery.
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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats
■If the high coolant temperature warning light comes on or
flashesStop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning
system, and then stop the hybrid system.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has cooled down sufficiently, inspect t he
hoses and radiator core (ra diator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact
your Toyota dealer.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
● The high coolant temperature warning light ( P. 590) comes on
or flashes, or a loss of hybrid system power is experienced. (F or
example, the vehicle s peed does not increase.)
● “Hybrid System Overheated” is shown on the multi-information
display.
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
Correction procedures
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Vehicle specifications
■Illumination (P. 4 5 2 )
*: If equipped
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Seat belt reminder ( P. 593)
■Maintenance system
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Time elapsed before the inte-
rior lights turn off 15 secondsOff
–OO
7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the power
switch is turned offOnOff––O
Operation when the doors are
unlockedOnOff––O
Operation when you approach
the vehicle with the electronic
key on your person
OnOff––O
Footwell lighting*OnOff––O
Interior lights illumination con-
trolOnOff––O
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Vehicle speed linked seat belt
reminder buzzerOnOff––O
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Oil Maintenance
(U.S.A. only)Resetting the message indicating maintenance
is required: P. 502
Tire pressure warning
systemInitializing the tire p ressure warning system:
P. 530
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●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? (P. 593)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 256)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may a lso sound.
( P. 588, 599)
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( P. 599)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed , refer to
P. 588, 599.
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
720Alphabetical index
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A/C .................................... 430, 440Air conditioning eco
mode .......................... 433, 443
Air conditioning filter ............. 543
Automatic air conditioning system .... 430, 440
Eco score (A/C score)........... 148
Front seat concentrated airflow mode
(S-FLOW) ................... 432, 442
ABS (Anti-lock Brake
System) .................................. 415 Function ................................ 415
Warning light ......................... 589
ACA (Active Cornering Assist) ................................... 415
Active Cornering Assist
(ACA) ...................................... 415
AHB (Automatic High Beam) ..................................... 262
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) ......................... 259
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting
System) .................................. 259
Air conditioning filter .............. 543
Air conditioning system ............................ 430, 440
Air conditioning eco mode .......................... 433, 443
Air conditioning filter ............. 543
Automatic air
conditioning system .... 430, 440
Eco score (A/C score)........... 148
Front seat concentrated
airflow mode
(S-FLOW) ................... 432, 442
Air intake vent ............................ 90 Cleaning................................ 546 Airbags ....................................... 35
Airbag operating conditions .... 43
Airbag precaut ions for your
child ...................................... 38
Airbag warning light .............. 589
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............. 44
Curtain shield airbag precautions........................... 41
Front passenger occupant
classification syst em ............ 49
General airbag precautions .... 38
Locations of airbags ............... 35
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................. 42
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................. 44
Side airbag precautions .......... 40
Side and curtain shield airbags operating
conditions ............................. 44
Side and curtain shield
airbags precautions .............. 41
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners ............... 704
SRS airbags ........................... 35
Anchor brackets ........................ 72
Antenna Smart key system ................. 192
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