
17Pictorial index
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■ Instrument panel
Turn signal lever.............................................. ................... P.204
Headlight switch ............................................... ................. P.211
Headlights/tail lights/license pla te lights/daytime running lightsP.211
Fog lights ..................................................... ........................ P.214
Multi-information display . ................................................... P.95
Display ........................................................ ........................... P.95
When a warning message is displayed ............................ .... P.511
Meters ......................................................... .......................... P.91
Reading the meters/adjusting the instrument panel light ....... P .91
Warning lights/indicator lights ................................ ................ P.86
When a warning light turns on .................................. ........... P.501
Windshield wiper and washer  switch............................... P.218
Usage................................................................................... P.218
Adding washer fluid .............................................................. P.462
Warning messages ............................................... ............... P.511 

2214-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Driving
mode while the powe r switch is in 
ON, the wipers will operate once 
to show that AUTO mode is acti-
vated.
●If the temperature of the raindrop 
sensor is 185°F (85°C) or higher, 
or 5°F (-15°C) or lower, automatic 
operation may not occur. In this 
case, operate the wipers in any 
mode other than AUTO mode.
■If no windshield  washer fluid 
sprays
Check that the wash er nozzles are 
not blocked if there is washer fluid in 
the windshield washer fluid reser-
v oi r.
WARNING
■Caution regarding the use of 
windshield wipers in AUTO 
mode (vehicles with rain-
sensing windshield wipers)
The windshield wipers may oper-
ate unexpectedly if the sensor is 
touched or the windshield is sub-
ject to vibration in AUTO mode. 
Take care that your fingers or any-
thing else do not become caught 
in the windshield wipers.
■Caution regarding the use of 
washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the 
washer fluid until  the windshield 
becomes warm. The fluid may 
freeze on the windshield and 
cause low visibility. This may lead 
to an accident, resulting in death 
or serious injury.
NOTICE
■When there is no washer fluid 
spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump 
may be caused if the lever is 
pulled toward you and held con-
tinually.
■When a nozzle becomes 
blocked
In this case, contact your Toyota 
dealer.
Do not try to clear  it with a pin or 
other object. The  nozzle will be 
damaged.
■To prevent 12-volt battery dis-
charge
Do not leave the wipers on longer 
than necessary when the hybrid 
system is off. 

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Use fluids that are appropriate 
to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine/power control unit coolant
• Washer fluid
Have a service technician 
inspect the condition of the 
12-volt battery.
 Have the vehicle fitted with 
four snow tires or purchase a 
set of tire chains for the rear 
tires
*.
*: Tire chains cannot be mounted 
on 285/65R18 tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same 
size and brand, and that chains 
match the size of the tires.
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary 
preparations and inspec-
tions before driving the 
vehicle in winter. Always 
drive the vehicle in a man-
ner appropriate to the pre-
vailing weather conditions.
Preparation for winter
WARNING
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions 
to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so m ay result in a 
loss of vehicle control and cause 
death or serious injury.
●Use tires of the specified size.
●Maintain the recommended 
level of air pressure.
●Do not drive in excess of 75 
mph (120 km/h), regardless of 
the type of snow tires being 
used.
●Use snow tires on all, not just 
some wheels.
●4WD models: Do not mix tires of 
different makes, models, tread 
patterns or treadwear.
■Driving with tire chains (vehi-
cles without 285/65R18 tires)
Observe the following precautions 
to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in the 
vehicle being unable to be driven 
safely, and may cause death or 
serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the 
speed limit specifi ed for the tire 
chains being used, or 30 mph 
(50 km/h), whichever is lower.
●Avoid driving on bumpy road 
surfaces or over potholes.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, 
abrupt steering, sudden brak-
ing and shifting operations that 
cause sudden engine braking.
●Slow down sufficiently before 
entering a curve to ensure that 
vehicle control is maintained.
●Do not use LTA (Lane Tracing 
Assist) (if equipped) system. 

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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 

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Maintenance and care
Light bulbs 
(  P.491)
• Bulb with same 
number and 
wattage rating as 
original
• Phillips-head  screwdriver
• Wrench
Radiator and 
condenser 
(  P.461)
Tire inflation 
pressure 
( P.476)• Tire pressure 
gauge
• Compressed air  source
Washer fluid 
( P.462)
• Water or washer 
fluid containing 
antifreeze (for 
winter use)
• Funnel (used  only for adding 
water or washer 
fluid)
WARNING
The engine compartment contains 
many mechanisms and fluids that 
may move suddenly, become hot, 
or become electrically energized. 
To avoid death or serious injury, 
observe the following precautions.
■When working on the engine 
compartment
●Make sure that the “ACCES-
SORY” or “IGNITION ON” on 
the multi-inform ation display 
and the “READY” indicator are 
both off.
●Keep hands, clothing and tools 
away from the moving fan and 
engine.
ItemsParts and tools●Be careful not to touch the 
engine, inverter, radiator, 
exhaust manifold, etc., right 
after driving as they may be hot. 
Oil and other fluids may also be 
hot.
●Do not leave anything that may 
burn easily, such as paper and 
rags, in the engine compart-
ment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or 
expose an open flame to fuel.
■When working near the elec-
tric cooling fan or radiator 
grille
Be sure the power switch is off.
With the power switch in ON, the 
electric cooling fa n may automati-
cally start to run if the air condi-
tioning is on and/or the coolant 
temperature is high. ( P.461)
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent 
flying or falling material, fluid 
spray, etc., from getting in your 
eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner 
filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter 
removed may cause excessive 
engine wear due to  dirt in the air. 

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Maintenance and care
Fuse boxes ( P.487)
Power control unit coolant reservoir ( P.460)
Intercooler coolant reservoir ( P.460)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P.460)
Engine oil filler cap ( P.458)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P.458)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P.461)
Engine radiator ( P.461)
Condenser ( P.461)
Electric cooling fans
Radiator cooling fan ( P.460)
Washer fluid tank ( P.462)
Intercooler radiators ( P.460)
Engine compar tment
Components 

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lines on the tank.
Brake fluid reservoir cap
“MAX” line
“MIN” line
■Adding fluid
Make sure to check the fluid 
type and prepare the necessary 
item.
 Fluid type
FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE 
J1703 brake fluid
Item
Clean funnel
■Brake fluid can absorb moisture 
from the air
Excess moisture in the brake fluid 
can cause a dangerous loss of brak-
ing efficiency. Use only newly 
opened brake fluid.
If any washer does not work the 
washer tank may be empty. Add 
washer fluid.
WARNING
■When filling the reservoir
Take care as brake fluid can harm 
your hands and eyes and damage 
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in 
your eyes, flush t he affected area 
with clean water immediately.
If you still experien ce discomfort, 
see a doctor.
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level 
to go down slight ly as the brake 
pads wear out or when the fluid 
level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent 
refilling, there m ay be a serious 
problem.
Adding the washer fluid
WARNING
■When adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the 
hybrid system is hot or operating 
as washer fluid contains alcohol 
and may catch fire if spilled on the 
hybrid system, etc.
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid other 
than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or anti-
freeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on 
the vehicle’s painted surfaces, as 
well as damaging the pump lead-
ing to problems of the washer 
fluid not spraying. 

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Maintenance and care
The 12-volt battery is located in 
the left-hand side of the rear 
seat under.
1 Raising the bottom cushion. 
( P.135)
2 Remove the battery cover.
Use the flat-head screwdriver or 
mechanical key ( P.110).
■Before recharging
When recharging, the 12-volt bat-
tery produces hydrogen gas which 
is flammable and explosive. There-
fore, observe the following precau-
tions before recharging:
●If recharging with the 12-volt bat-
NOTICE
■Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as 
necessary.
Refer to the freezing tempera-
tures listed on the label of the 
washer fluid bottle.
12-volt batter y
Location
Removing the 12-volt bat-
tery cover