1774-1. Before driving
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Driving
When the following unusual
operation is performed with the
accelerator pedal depressed,
the hybrid system output may be
restrained.
• When the shift lever is shifted to R
*.
• When the shift lever is shifted
from P or R to forward drive
shift position such as D
*.
When the system o perates, a mes-
sage appears on the multi-informa-
tion display. Read the message and
follow the instruction.
*: Depending on the situation, the shift position may not be
changed.
■Drive-Start Control (DSC)
When the TRAC is turned off
( P.376), sudden start restraint
control also does not operate. If
your vehicle have trouble escaping
from the mud or fr esh snow due to
sudden start restraint operation,
deactivate TRAC ( P.376) so that
the vehicle may become able to
escape from the mud or fresh snow.
Also, sudden start restraint control
will not operate in the following con-
ditions:
●When the front-wheel drive control
switch is in “4H” or “4L” position.
(4WD models only)
●When AUTO LSD mode, the drive
start control does not operate. (if
equipped)
●When Multi-terrain Select is
selected. (if equipped)
NOTICE
■If you get a flat tire while driv-
ing
A flat or damaged tire may cause
the following situations. Hold the
steering wheel firmly and gradu-
ally 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 abnor-
mally.
Information on what to do in case
of a flat tire ( P.515)
■When encountering flooded
roads
Do not drive on a road that has
flooded after heavy rain, etc.
Doing 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 an d the vehicle
becomes flooded or stuck in mud
or sand, be sure to have your Toy-
ota dealer check the following:
●Brake function
●Changes in quantity and quality
of oil and fluid used for the
engine, transmission, transfer
(4WD vehicles), differential, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the pro-
peller shaft, bearings and sus-
pension joints (where possible),
and the function of all joints,
bearings, etc.
Sudden start restraint
control (Drive-Start Con-
trol [DSC])
2004-2. Driving procedures
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*1: Shifting to the D position allows the system to select a gear suit-
able for the driving conditions.
Setting the shift lever to the D
position is recommended for nor-
mal driving.
*2: Selecting shift ranges using S mode restricts the upper limit of
the possible gear ranges, con-
trols engine brak ing force, and
prevents unnecessary upshifting.
■Driving on a downhill
On declines, there may be case
where the vehicle shifts down auto-
matically to obtain engine braking.
As a result of the downshifting, the engine speed may increase.
■To protect the a
utomatic trans-
mission
●If the tires spin continually when
the vehicle becomes stuck in mud,
dirt or snow, or if the accelerator
pedal is depressed and released
repeatedly while driving, the auto-
matic transmission temperature
may become too high and the
automatic transmission may be
damaged.
To avoid damaging the automatic
transmission, the system may
temporarily lock the gear. If the
automatic transmission tempera-
ture falls, the gear locking is can-
celed and the automatic
transmission is returned to the
normal operation.
●If the automatic tr ansmission fluid
temperature is high, “Transmis-
sion Oil Temp. High Stop in a Safe
Place and See Owner’s Manual”
will be displayed on the multi-
information display. Immediately
stop the vehicle in a safe place,
shift the shift lever to P and wait
until the warning message go off.
If the warning message go off, you
may start the vehicle again. If the
warning message do not go off,
contact your Toyota dealer.
■When driving with dynamic
radar cruise control with full-
speed range (if equipped) or
cruise control activated (if
equipped)
Even when perform ing the following
actions with the intent of enabling
engine braking, engine braking will
not activate because dynamic radar
cruise control with full-speed range
or cruise control will not be can-
celed.
●While driving in S mode, down-
shifting to 9, 8, 7, 6, 5 or 4.
( P.202)
Automatic transmis-
sion
Select the shift position
depending on your pur-
pose and situation.
Shift position purpose
and functions
Shift posi-
tionObjective or function
P
Parking the vehi-
cle/starting the hybrid system
RReversing
N
Neutral (Condition in
which the po wer is not
transmitted)
DNormal driving*1
SS mode driving*2
( P.202)
4506-2. Maintenance
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Exhaust sys-
temThere should not
be any fumes or
strange sounds.
Radiator/con-
denser/inter-
cooler
The radiator, con-
denser and inter-
cooler should be
free from foreign
objects. (P.461)
Washer fluid
Is there sufficient
washer fluid?
( P.462)
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
12-volt batteryCheck the connec-
tions. ( P.463)
Accelerator
pedal
• The accelerator
pedal should
move smoothly
(without uneven
pedal effort or
catching).
Automatic
transmission
“Park” mecha-
nism
• When parked on a slope and the
shift lever is in P,
is the vehicle
securely
stopped?
ItemsCheck points
Brake pedal
• Does the brake pedal move
smoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have
appropriate
clearance from
the floor?
• Does the brake pedal have the
correct amount
of free play?
Brakes
• The vehicle should not pull to
one side when
the brakes are
applied.
• The brakes should work
effectively.
• The brake pedal should not feel
spongy.
• The brake pedal should not get
too close to the
floor when the
brakes are
applied.
Head
restraints
• Do the head restraints move
smoothly and
lock securely?
Indica-
tors/buzzers
• Do the indica-tors and buzzers
function prop-
erly?
ItemsCheck points
4997-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
When using a flat-bed truck to
transport the vehicle, use tire
strapping belts. Refer to the
owner’s manual of the flat-bed
truck for the tire strapping
method.
In order to suppress vehicle
movement during transporta-
tion, set the parking brake and
turn the power switch off.
Your vehicle has not towing
hook. If towing is necessary, we
recommend having your vehicle
towed by your Toyota dealer or
commercial towing service.
Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air
conditioning after use is nor-
mal.)
Flat-looking tires or uneven
tire wear
Engine coolant temperature
gauge needle continually
points higher than normal.
Voltmeter continually points
higher or lower than normal.
Engine oil pressure gauge
continually points lower than
normal.
Automatic transmission fluid
temperature warning mes-
sage is displayed
Changes in exhaust sound
Excessive tire squeal when
cornering
Strange noises related to the
suspension system
NOTICE
■Towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck
to prevent body damage.
Using a flatbed truck
Emergency towing
If you think something
is wrong
If you notice any of the fol-
lowing symptoms, your
vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Con-
tact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
5458-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” at the
factory.
Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” or an equivalent of
matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact
your Toyota dealer for further details.
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark pl ug gap.
Electrical system
Open voltage at 68°F (20°C):
12.0 V or higher
(Turn the power switch off and turn on the
high beam headlights for 30 seconds.)
Charging rates5 A max.
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity*12.8 qt. (12.1 L, 10.7 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transm ission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than the above type may cause ab normal
noise or vibration, or damage th e transmission of your vehicle.
Transfer (4WD models)
Oil capacity2.17 qt. (2.05 L, 1.80 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine ATF WS
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Alphabetical Index599
Engine coolant temperature gauge....................................... 91
Engine oil Capacity ............................... 543
Checking .............................. 458
Warning light ........................ 502
Engine oil pressure gauge ...... 91
Engine switch (power switch)195 Auto power off function ........ 198
Changing the power switch modes ................................ 198
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency................. 494
Starting the hybrid system.... 195
Enhanced Vehicle Stability Con- trol (Enhanced VSC) ............ 375
Enhanced VSC (Enhanced Vehi- cle Stability Control) ............ 375
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ............................................... 375Warning light ........................ 503
Event data recorder (EDR)......... 8
F
Flat tire .................................... 515 Tire pressure warning system........................................... 468
Floor mats ................................. 26
Fluid Automatic transmission ........ 545
Brake .................................... 546
Washer ................................. 462
Fog light Replacing light bulbs ............ 490
Switch................................... 214
Footwell lights ..... ................... 410
Four-wheel drive system ....... 361
Front fog light Replacing light bulbs ............ 490
Front passenger occupant clas- sification system .................... 46 Front seats ..............................133
Adjustment ...........................133
Cleaning ...............................445
Correct driving posture ...........27
Driving position memory .......137
Head restraints .....................140
Memory recall function .........139
Power easy access system ..137
Seat heaters ....... ..................407
Seat position memory...........137
Seat ventilators.....................407
Front tray light ........................410
Front turn signal lights ..........204 Turn signal lever ...................204
Front turn signal/parking lights Replacing light bulbs ....490, 491
Wattage ................................548
Fuel Capacity ...............................542
Fuel gauge .............................91
Information ......... ..................549
Opening the fuel tank cap ....222
Type......................................542
Warning light.........................507
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy ............97
Current fuel consumption .......97
Fuel door When the fuel door cannot be opened ...............................526
Fuel economy ...........................97
Fuel gauge.................................91
Fuses .......................................487
G
Garage door opene r ...............433
Gauges ......................................91
Glove box ................................413
Glove box light........................410