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4-6. Driving tips
4-6.Driving tips
When using Eco drive mode, the
torque corresponding to the accel-
erator pedal depression amount
can be generated more smoothly
than it is in normal conditions. In
addition, the operation of the air
conditioning system (heating/cool-
ing) will be minimized, improving
the fuel economy. ( P. 2 7 5 )
The Eco-friendly driving is possible
by keeping the indicate of Hybrid
System Indicator within Eco area.
( P.95, 100)
Shift the shift lever to D when
stopped at a traffic light, or driving
in heavy traffic etc. Shift the shift
lever to P when parking. When
using the N, there is no positive
effect on fuel consumption. In the
N, the gasoline engine operates but
electricity cannot be generated.
Also, when using the air condition-
ing system, etc., the hybrid battery
(traction battery) power is con-
sumed.
Drive your vehicle smoothly.
Avoid abrupt acceleration and
deceleration. Gradual accelera-
tion and deceleration will make
more effective use of the electric
motor (traction motor) without
having to use gasoline engine
power.
Avoid repeated acceleration.
Repeated acceleration con-
sumes hybrid battery (traction
battery) power, resulting in poor
fuel consumption. Battery power
can be restored by driving with
the accelerator pedal slightly
released.
Make sure to operate the brakes
gently and in a timely manner. A
greater amount of electrical energy
can be regenerated when slowing
down.
Repeated acceleration and decel-
eration, as well as long waits at traf-
fic lights, will lead to bad fuel
economy. Check traffic reports
before leaving and avoid delays as
much as possible. When driving in
Hybrid vehicle driving
tips
For economical and ecological
driving, pay attention to the fol-
lowing points:
Using Eco drive mode
Use of Hybrid System Indi-
cator
Shift lever operation
Accelerator pedal/brake
pedal operation
When braking
Delays
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Driving
a traffic jam, gently release the
brake pedal to allow the vehicle to
move forward slightly while avoid-
ing overuse of the accelerator
pedal. Doing so can help control
excessive gasoline consumption.
Control and maintain the vehicle at
a constant speed. Before stopping
at a toll booth or similar, allow
plenty of time to release the accel-
erator and gently apply the brakes.
A greater amount of electrical
energy can be regenerated when
slowing down.
Use the air conditioning only when
necessary. Doing so can help
reduce excessive gasoline con-
sumption.
In summer: When the ambient tem-
perature is high, use the recircu-
lated air mode. Doing so will help to
reduce the burden on the air condi-
tioning system and reduce fuel con-
sumption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline
engine will not automatically cut out
until it and the interior of the vehicle
are warm, it will consume fuel. Also,
fuel consumption can be improved
by avoiding overuse of the heater.
Make sure to check the tire inflation
pressure frequently. Improper tire
inflation pressure can cause poor
fuel economy.
Also, as snow tires can cause large
amounts of friction, their use on dry
roads can lead to poor fuel econ-
omy. Use tires that are appropriate
for the season.
Carrying heavy luggage will lead to
poor fuel economy. Avoid carrying
unnecessary luggage. Installing a
large roof rack will also cause poor
fuel economy.
Since the gasoline engine starts up
and cuts out automatically when
cold, warming up the engine is
unnecessary. Moreover, frequently
driving short distances will cause
the engine to repeatedly warm up,
which can lead to excess fuel con-
sumption.
Highway driving
Air conditioning
Checking tire inflation pres-
sure
Luggage
Warming up before driving
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Driving
the driving conditions:
Do not try to forcibly open a win-
dow or move a wiper that is fro-
zen. Pour warm water over the
frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe
away the water immediately to
prevent it from freezing.
To ensure proper operation of
the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accu-
mulated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield.
Check for and remove any
excess ice or snow that may
have accumulated on the exte-
rior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassis,
around the tires or on the brakes.
Remove any snow or mud from
the bottom of your shoes before
getting in the vehicle.
Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep
a safe distance between you and
the vehicle ahead, and drive at a
reduced speed suitable to road
conditions.
Park the vehicle and shift the
shift lever to P without setting the
parking brake. The parking brake
may freeze up, preventing it from
being released. If the vehicle is
parked without setting the park-
ing brake, make sure to block the
wheels.
Failure to do so may be danger-
ous because it may cause the
vehicle to move unexpectedly,
possibly leading to an accident.
If the vehicle is parked without
setting the parking brake, con-
firm that the shift lever cannot be
moved out of P*.
*: The shift lever will be locked if it is
attempted to be shifted from P to any
other position without depressing the
brake pedal. If the shift lever can be
shifted from P, there may be a prob-
lem with the shift lock system. Have
the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer
or legitimate tire retailers immedi-
ately.
Use the correct tire chain size when
mounting the tire chains.
Chain size is regulated for each tire
size.
Side chain (3 mm [0.12 in.] in
diameter)
Cross chain (4 mm [0.16 in.] in
diameter)
When driving the vehicle
When parking the vehicle
Selecting tire chains
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Interior features
Interior features
5-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning sys-
tem ................................. 288
Heated steering wheel/seat
heaters ........................... 293
5-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list................ 295
5-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ..... 297
Luggage compartment features
....................................... 299
5-4. Other interior features
Other interior features....... 303
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5-2. Using the interior lights
Interior features
5-2.Using the interior lights
Door trim lights (if equipped)
Interior/personal lights ( P.295, 296)
Footwell lights (if equipped)
Front console lights
Turns the door position on/off
When a door is opened while the door
position is on, the lights turn on.
Interior lights list
Location of the interior lights
Operating the interior lights
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Turns the lights on/off
■Illuminated entry system
The lights automatically turn on/off according to the power switch mode, the presence of the electronic key (vehicles
with entry function), whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors are opened/closed.
■To prevent the 12-volt battery from
being discharged
If the interior lights remain on when the power switch is turned off, the lights will
go off automatically after 20 minutes.
■The interior lights may turn on automatically when
If any of the SRS airbags deploy (inflate)
or in the event of a strong rear impact, the interior lights will turn on automati-cally.
The interior lights will turn off automati- cally after approximately 20 minutes.The interior lights can be turned off man-
ually. However, in order to help prevent further collisions, it is recommended that they be left on until safety can be
ensured. (The interior lights may not turn on auto-matically depending on the force of the
impact and conditions of the collision.)
■Customization
Some functions can be customized. ( P.431)
Operating the personal
lights
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery dis- charge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is off.
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5-3. Using the storage features
Interior features
5-3.Using the s torage feature s
Bottle holders (P.298)
Glove box ( P.298)
Cup holders ( P.298)
Console box ( P.299)
List of storage features
Location of the storage features
WARNING
■Items that should not be left in
the storage spaces
Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as
this may cause the following when cabin temperature becomes high:
●Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact with other stored items.
●Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact
with other stored items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release gas, causing a fire hazard.
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5-4. Other interior features
■Name for all parts
Power supply switch
Operation indicator light
Charge area
■Using the wireless charger
1 Press the power supply switch
of the wireless charger.
Pressing the switch again turns the wireless charger off.When turned on, the operation indicator
light (green) comes on. When the power switch is turned off, the on/off state of the wireless charger
will be memorized.
2 Place a portable device on the
charging area with its charging
surface facing down.
While charging, the operation indicator
light (orange) will be illuminated. If charging does not begin, move the portable device as close to the center of
the charging area as possible. When charging is complete, the opera-tion indicator light (green) will illumi-
nate.
■Recharging function
If a certain amount of time has
elapsed since charging com-
pleted and the portable device
has not been moved, the wire-
less charger will restart charging.
If the portable device is moved
within the charging area,
charging will stop temporarily
then restart.