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Driving
4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............ 160
Cargo and luggage ........... 166
Trailer towing (vehicles without
towing packages - including
Reunion) ......................... 167
Trailer towing (vehicles with
towing packages - except for
Reunion) ......................... 167
4-2. Driving procedures
Power (ignition) switch (vehi-
cles without a smart entry &
start system) ................... 173
Power (ignition) switch (vehi-
cles with a smart entry & start
system) ........................... 175
EV drive mode .................. 179
Hybrid transmission .......... 181
Turn signal lever ............... 184
Parking brake ................... 184
Brake Hold ........................ 187
4-3. Operating the lights and wip-
ers
Headlight switch ............... 190
AHB (Automatic High Beam)
....................................... 193
Fog light switch ................. 196
Windshield wipers and washer
....................................... 197
Rear window wiper and washer
....................................... 200
4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap. 202
4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Toyota Safety Sense ......... 204
PCS (Pre-Collision System)
........................................ 209
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) . 220
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ...... 230
Speed limiter ..................... 242
RSA (Road Sign Assist) .... 244
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) . 248
Toyota parking assist-sensor
........................................ 253
RCTA (Rear Crossing Traffic
Alert) ............................... 260
PKSB (Parking Support Brake)
........................................ 265
Parking Support Brake function
(static objects) ................ 270
Parking Support Brake function
(rear-crossing vehicles) .. 273
Driving mode select switch 275
GPF (Gasoline Particulate Fil-
ter) system ...................... 276
Driving assist systems ...... 277
4-6. Driving tips
Hybrid vehicle driving tips . 282
Winter driving tips ............. 284
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restrained.
●A warning message is displayed on the multi-information display while the
system is operating.
■ECO Accelerator Guidance ( P.105, 111)
Eco-friendly driving may be achieved
mo r e ea si l y b y s ta y in g w it h in t he zo n e o f Eco acceleration. Also, by staying within the zone of Eco acceleration, it will be
easier to obtain a good Eco score.
●When starting off:
Gradually depress the accelerator pedal
to stay within the zone of Eco accelera-
tion and accelerate to the desired
speed. By refraining from excessive
acceleration, a good eco start score will
be obtained.
●When driving:
After accelerating to the desired speed,
release the accelerator pedal and drive
at a stable speed while staying within
the zone of Eco acceleration. By staying
within the zone of Eco acceleration, a
good eco cruise score will be obtained.
●When stopping:
By starting to release the accelerator
pedal early before decelerating, a good
eco stop score will be obtained.
■Breaking in your new Toyota
To extend the life of the vehicle, observ- ing the following precautions is recom-
mended:
●For the first 300 km (186 miles):
Avoid sudden stops.
●For the first 800 km (500 miles):
Do not tow a trailer. (vehicles with tow-
ing packages only)
●For the first 1000 km (621 miles): • Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
• Avoid sudden acceleration. • Do not drive at a constant speed for
extended periods.
■Operating your vehicle in a foreign
country
Comply with the relevant vehicle regis- tration laws and confirm the availability
of the correct fuel. ( P.422)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
■When starting the vehicle
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the “READY” indicator is illuminated. This
prevents the vehicle from creeping.
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accelerator pedals to avoid
depressing the wrong pedal.
• Accidentally depressing the accel-
erator pedal instead of the brake pedal will result in sudden accelera-tion that may lead to an accident.
• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a diffi-
culty in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.
• Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the vehicle only slightly. This allows you
to depress the brake and accelera- tor pedals properly.
• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake pedal using your left foot may delay
response in an emergency, result- ing in an accident.
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●The driver should pay extra atten- tion to pedestrians when the vehicle
is powered only by the electric motor (traction motor). As there is no engine noise, the pedestrians
may misjudge the vehicle’s move- ment.
●Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammable materials.
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. These hot parts may cause a fire if there is
any flammable material nearby.
●During normal driving, do not turn
off the hybrid system. Turning the hybrid system off while driving will not cause loss of steering or brak-
ing control, however, power assist to the steering will be lost. This will make it more difficult to steer
smoothly, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
In the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the vehicle in the normal way:
P. 3 6 6
●Use engine braking (shift position
B) to maintain a safe speed when driving down a steep hill.Using the brakes continuously may
cause the brakes to overheat and lose effectiveness. ( P.181)
●Do not adjust the positions of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or outside rear view mirrors
while driving. Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Always check that all passengers’ arms, heads or other parts of their
body are not outside the vehicle.
■When driving on slippery road surfaces
●Sudden braking, acceleration and
steering may cause tire slippage and reduce your ability to control the vehicle.
●Sudden acceleration, engine brak-ing due to shifting, or changes in
engine speed could cause the vehi- cle to skid.
●After driving through a puddle, lightly depress the brake pedal to make sure that the brakes are func-
tioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent the brakes from func-tioning properly. If the brakes on
only one side are wet and not func- tioning properly, steering control may be affected.
■When shifting the shift lever
●Do not let the vehicle roll backward
while a forward driving position is selected, or roll forward while the shift lever is in R.
Doing so may result in an accident or damage to the vehicle.
●Do not shift the shift lever to P while the vehicle is moving.Doing so can damage the transmis-
sion and may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Do not shift the shift lever to R while the vehicle is moving forward.Doing so can damage the transmis-
sion and may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Do not shift the shift lever to a driv-ing position while the vehicle is moving backward.
Doing so can damage the transmis- sion and may result in a loss of vehicle control.
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WARNING
●Moving the shift lever to N while the vehicle is moving will disengage the
hybrid system. Engine braking is not available with the hybrid system disengaged.
●Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal
depressed. Shifting the shift lever to any positions other than P or N may lead to unexpected rapid accelera-
tion of the vehicle that may cause an accident and result in death or serious injury.
■If you hear a squealing or scrap-ing noise (brake pad wear indica-
tors)
Have the brake pads checked and replaced by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer as soon as possible.
Rotor damage may result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake
pads and/or those of the brake discs are exceeded.
■When the vehicle is stopped
●Do not depress the accelerator pedal unnecessarily.
If the shift lever is any position other than P or N, the vehicle may accel-erate suddenly and unexpectedly,
causing an accident.
●In order to prevent accidents due to
the vehicle rolling away, always keep depressing the brake pedal while stopped with the “READY”
indicator is illuminated, and apply the parking brake as necessary.
●If the vehicle is stopped on an incline, in order to prevent acci-dents caused by the vehicle rolling
forward or backward, always depress the brake pedal and securely apply the parking brake as
needed.
●Avoid revving or racing the engine.
Running the engine at high speed while the vehicle is stopped may cause the exhaust system to over-
heat, which could result in a fire if combustible material is nearby.
■When the vehicle is parked
●Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink
cans in the vehicle when it is in the sun.Doing so may result in the follow-
ing:
• Gas may leak from a cigarette
lighter or spray can, and may lead to a fire.
• The temperature inside the vehicle may cause the plastic lenses and plastic material of glasses to
deform or crack.
• Soft drink cans may fracture, caus-
ing the contents to spray over the interior of the vehicle, and may also cause a short circuit in the vehicle’s
electrical components.
●Do not leave cigarette lighters in the
vehicle. If a cigarette lighter is in a place such as the glove box or on the floor, it may be lit accidentally
when luggage is loaded or the seat is adjusted, causing a fire.
●Do not attach adhesive discs to the windshield or windows. Do not place containers such as air fresh-
eners on the instrument panel or dashboard. Adhesive discs or con-tainers may act as lenses, causing
a fire in the vehicle.
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WARNING
●Do not leave a door or window open if the curved glass is coated
with a metallized film such as a sil- ver-colored one. Reflected sunlight may cause the glass to act as a
lens, causing a fire.
●Always apply the parking brake,
shift the shift lever to P, stop the hybrid system and lock the vehicle.Do not leave the vehicle unat-
tended while the hybrid system is operating.If the vehicle is parked with the shift
lever in P but the parking brake is not set, the vehicle may start to move, possibly leading to an acci-
dent.
●Do not touch the exhaust pipes
while the “READY” indicator is illu- minated or immediately after turn-ing the hybrid system off.
Doing so may cause burns.
■When taking a nap in the vehicle
Always turn the hybrid system off. Otherwise, if you accidentally move the shift lever or depress the acceler-
ator pedal, this could cause an acci- dent or fire due to hybrid system overheating. Additionally, if the vehi-
cle is parked in a poorly ventilated area, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle, leading to death or
a serious health hazard.
■When braking
●When the brakes are wet, drive more cautiously.Braking distance increases when
the brakes are wet, and this may cause one side of the vehicle to brake differently than the other
side. Also, the parking brake may not securely hold the vehicle.
●If the electronically controlled brake system does not operate, do not fol-low other vehicles closely and avoid
hills or sharp turns that require braking.In this case, braking is still possible,
but the brake pedal should be depressed more firmly than usual. Also, the braking distance will
increase. Have your brakes fixed immediately.
●The brake system consists of 2 or more individual hydraulic systems; if one of the systems fails, the
other(s) will still operate. In this case, the brake pedal should be depressed more firmly than usual
and the braking distance will increase. Have your brakes fixed immediately.
■If the vehicle becomes stuck
Do not spin the wheels excessively
when a driven wheel is up in the air, or the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, etc. This may damage the driveline
components or propel the vehicle for- ward or backward, causing an acci-dent.
NOTICE
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time
during driving, as this may restrain the hybrid system output.
●Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time to hold the
vehicle on a hill.
■When parking the vehicle
Always set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move or the
vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed.
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WARNING
■Vehicle speed in towing
Observe the legal maximum speeds
for trailer towing.
■Before descending hills or long
declines
Reduce speed and downshift. How- ever, never downshift suddenly while
descending steep or long downhill grades.
■Operation of the brake pedal
Do not hold the brake pedal depressed often or for long periods of
time. Doing so may result in the brake overheating or reduce braking effects.
■To avoid accident or injury
●Vehicles with a compact spare tire: Do not tow a trailer when the com-
pact spare tire is installed on your vehicle.
●Vehicles with the emergency tire puncture repair kit: Do not tow a trailer when the tire installed is
repaired with the emergency tire puncture repair kit.
●Vehicles with a Dynamic radar cruise control: Do not use dynamic radar cruise control when you are
towing.
NOTICE
■Do not directly splice trailer
lights
Directly splicing trailer lights may damage your vehicle’s electrical sys-
tem and cause a malfunction.
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Driving
4-2.Driving pro cedu res
1Pull the parking brake switch to
check that the parking brake is
set.
2 Check that the shift lever is set
in P.
3 Firmly depress the brake pedal.
4 Turn the power switch to START
to start the hybrid system.
If the “READY” indicator turns on, the hybrid system will operate normally.
Continue depressing the brake pedal
until the “READY” indicator is illumi- nated.
5 Check that the “READY” indica-
tor is illuminated.
The vehicle cannot be driven if the “READY” indicator is off.
■If the hybrid system does not start
The immobilizer system may not have
been deactivated. ( P.84) Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
■When the ambient temperature is low, such as during winter driving conditions
●When starting the hybrid system, the flashing time of the “READY” indicator
may be long. Leave the vehicle as it is until the “READY” indicator is steady on, as steady means the vehicle is
able to move.
●When the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) is extremely cold (below approxi-
mately -30°C [-22°F]) under the
influence of the outside temperature, it may not be possible to start the hybrid system. In this case, try to start the
hybrid system again after the tem- perature of the hybrid battery increases due to the outside tempera-
ture increase, etc.
■Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
P. 7 8
■When the steering lock cannot be
released
When starting the hybrid system, the power switch may seem stuck in OFF.
To free it, turn the key while turning the steering wheel slightly left and right.
■If the “READY” indicator does not come on
In the event that the “READY” indicator
does not come on even after performing the proper procedures for starting the vehicle, contact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
■If the hybrid system is malfunction-ing
P. 3 8 3
Power (ignition) switch
(vehicles without a
smart entr y & start sys-
tem)
Starting the hybrid system
WARNING
■When starting the hybrid system
Always start the hybrid system while
sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the accelerator pedal while starting the hybrid system under any
circumstances.Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or seri-ous injury.
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Driving
1Stop the vehicle completely.
2 Set the parking brake (P.184),
and shift the shift lever to P.
Check the parking brake indicator is illuminated.
3 Press the power switch.
The hybrid system will stop, and the
meter display will be extinguished.
4 Release the brake pedal and
check that “ACCESSORY” or
“IGNITION ON” is not shown on
the multi-information display.
Modes can be changed by pressing
the power switch with brake pedal
released. (The mode changes each
time the switch is pressed.)
WARNING
■When starting the hybrid system
Always start the hybrid system while
sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the accelerator pedal while starting the hybrid system under any
circumstances. Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■Caution while driving
If hybrid system failure occurs while
the vehicle is moving, do not lock or open the doors until the vehicle reaches a safe and complete stop.
Activation of the steering lock in this circumstance may lead to an acci-dent, resulting in death or serious
injury.
NOTICE
■When starting the hybrid system
If the hybrid system becomes difficult to start, have your vehicle checked by any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reli- able repairer immediately.
■Symptoms indicating a malfunc-tion with the power switch
If the power switch seems to be oper- ating somewhat differently than usual, such as the switch sticking slightly,
there may be a malfunction. Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reli-
able repairer immediately.
Stopping the hybrid system
WARNING
■Stopping the hybrid system in an
emergency
●If you want to stop the hybrid sys- tem in an emergency while driving
the vehicle, press and hold the power switch for more than 2 sec-onds, or press it briefly 3 times or
more in succession. ( P.366) However, do not touch the power switch while driving except in an
emergency. Turning the hybrid sys- tem off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control,
however, power assist to the steer- ing will be lost. This will make it more difficult to steer smoothly, so
you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
●If the power switch is operated while the vehicle is running, a warn-
ing message will be shown on the multi-information display and a buzzer sounds.
●To restart the hybrid system after performing an emergency shut-
down, shift the shift lever to N and then press the power switch.
Changing power switch
modes