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5456-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, earl y replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
■ If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if nece ssary.
NOTICE
■ When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause da mage to the
system.
■ When removing the glove box
Always follow the specified procedure to remove the glove box ( P. 543). If
the glove box is removed without following the specified procedure, the
hinge of the glove box may become damaged.
■ To prevent damage to the filter cover
When moving the filter cover in the direc-
tion of arrow to release the fitting, pay
attention not to apply excessive force to
the claws. Otherwise, the claws may be
damaged.

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When trouble arises
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you think something is wrong
●Fluid leaks un der the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning a fter use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● High coolant temperature warni ng light flashes or comes on
● Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system
● Engine missing, stumb ling or running roughly
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one s ide when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touch es
the floor
If you notice any of the followi ng symptoms, your vehicle proba -
bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

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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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When trouble arises
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “MAX” and
“MIN” lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“MAX” line
“MIN” line
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the hybrid system and turn the air conditioning system on to
check that the radiator cooling fans operate and to check for
coolant leaks from t he radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immedi-
ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating b y checking
the fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air con-
ditioning system on and off repeatedly. (The fans may not operate in
freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the hybrid system immediately and contact your Toyota
dealer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the neare st Toyota dealer.
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8-1. Specifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation
pressure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which
a tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall
of the tire
Recommended
inflation pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of hybrid
transmission, power steering, power brakes,
power windows, power seats, radio and
heater, to the extent that these items are avail-
able as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded
vehicle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant
weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
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that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
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Alphabetical index
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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Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ...................................... 415
Function ................................ 415
Warning light ......................... 589
Approach warning ................... 331
Armrest ..................................... 480
Assist grips .............................. 481
Audio input
*
Audio system*
Automatic 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
Automatic door locking and unlocking systems ................ 184
Automatic High Beam
(AHB) ...................................... 262
Automatic light control system .................................... 260
AUX port
*
Auxiliary box ............................ 459 Back door ................................. 187
Back-up light............................ 564
Replacing light bulb .............. 567
Wattage ................................ 670
Battery (12-volt battery) .......... 520
Battery checking ................... 520
If the 12-volt battery is discharged.......................... 646
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 425
Replacing.............................. 649
Warning light......................... 588
Battery (traction battery) .......... 89 Air intake vent ......................... 90
Location .................................. 89
Specification ......................... 663
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ....... 344
Blind Spot Monitor function............................... 349
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
function............................... 352
Bluetooth
®*
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*: Refer to “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” or “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Front turn signal lights ........... 255Replacing light bulbs............. 572
Turn signal lever ................... 255
Fuel ........................................... 671 Capacity ................................ 663
Fuel gauge ............................ 116
Information ............................ 671
Refueling............................... 277
Type ...................................... 663
Warning light ......................... 590
Fuel consumption............ 133, 168
Fuel filler door.......................... 277
Opener .................................. 279
Refueling............................... 277
When the fuel filler door cannot be opened............... 280
Fuses ........................................ 558
Garage door opener ................ 482
Glove box ................................. 456
Hands-free system (for
cellular phone)
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Head restraints ........................ 203
Head-up display ....................... 158
Headlights ................................ 257 AHB (Automatic High Beam) ................................. 262
Headlight aim ................ 561, 713
Light switch ........................... 257
Replacing light bulbs............. 572
Heated steering wheel............. 450
Heaters Automatic air conditioning
system ....... ................. 430, 440
Heated steering wheel .......... 450
Outside rear view mirrors ........................ 434, 444
Seat heaters ......................... 450 High coolant temperature
warning light.......................... 590
High mounted stoplight Replacing.............................. 572
High-voltage components ........ 89
Hill-start assist control ........... 416
Hood ......................................... 511
Hooks
Cargo hooks ......................... 462
Coat hooks ........................... 480
Grocery bag hook ................. 463
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .... 26
Horn .......................................... 206
Hybrid battery (tr action battery)
Air intake vent ......................... 90
Location .................................. 89
Specification ......................... 663
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air intake vent............ 90 Cleaning ............................... 546
Hybrid system............................ 84 Brake Override System ........ 223
Drive-Start Control ................ 224
Emergency shut off system .... 90
Energy monitor/consumption
screen ................ 127, 165, 170
EV drive mode ...................... 246
High voltage components ....... 89
Hybrid System Indicator ....... 129
Hybrid system precautions ..... 89
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 422
If the hybrid system will not start .................................... 641
Overheating .......................... 652
Power switch ........................ 239
Regenerative braking ............. 87
Starting the hybrid system .... 239
Vehicle proximity notification system .......... ..................... ... 85
Hybrid System Indicator ......... 129
Hybrid transmission................ 249
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