4417-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
1Stop the hybrid system. Set
the parking brake and shift
the shift lever to P.
Do not press the shift lever button
after shifting the shit position to P.
2Remove the mud, snow or
sand from around the front
wheels.
3 Place wood, stones or some
other material under the front
wheels to help provide trac-
tion.
4 Restart the hybrid system.
5 Shift the shift lever to D or R
and release the parking
brake. Then, while exercising
caution, depress the acceler-
ator pedal.
■When it is difficult to free the
vehicle
Press the switch to turn off
TRAC.
If the vehicle becomes
stuck
Carry out the following pro-
cedures if the tires spin or
the vehicle becomes stuck
in mud, dirt or snow:
Recovering procedure
WARNING
■When attempting to free a
stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle
back and forth to free it, make
sure the surrounding area is clear
to avoid striking other vehicles,
objects or people. The vehicle
may also lunge forward or lunge
back suddenly as it becomes free.
Use extreme caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift
lever with the accelerator pedal
depressed.
This may lead to unexpected
rapid acceleration of the vehicle
that may cause an accident
resulting in death o r serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the trans-
mission and other compo-
nents
●Avoid spinning the front wheels
and depressing the accelerator
pedal more than necessary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck
even after these procedures are
performed, the vehicle may
require towing to be freed.
487What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
Is the power switch in ON?
If you cannot release the shift lever
by depressing the brake pedal with
the power switch in ON. ( P.181)
Is the window lock switch
pressed?
The power window except for the
one at the driver’s seat cannot be
operated if the win dow lock switch
is pressed. ( P.145)
The auto power off function
will be operated if the vehicle
is left in ACC or ON (the
hybrid system is not operat-
ing) for a period of time.
( P.177)
The seat belt reminder light is
flashing
Are the driver and the passenger
wearing the seat belts? ( P.405)
The parking brake indicator is
on
Is the parking br ake released?
( P.186)
Depending on the situation,
other types of warning buzzer
may also sound. ( P.402, 412)
Did anyone inside the vehicle
open a door during setting the
alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm
sounds. ( P. 7 7 )
Do one of the following to deac-
tivate or stop the alarms:
Unlock the doors.
Turn the power switch to ACC
or ON, or start the hybrid sys-
tem. (The alarm will be deacti-
vated or stopped after a few
seconds.)
Is the electronic key left inside
the vehicle?
Check the message on the
multi-informat ion display. (P.412)
When a warning light turns on
or a warning message is dis-
played, refer to P.402, 412.
The shift lever cannot be
shifted from P even if you
depress the brake pedal
The windows do not open
or close by operating the
power window switches
The power switch is
turned off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds
during driving
An alarm is activated and
the horn sounds (vehicles
with an alarm)
A warning buzzer sounds
when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on
or a warning message is
displayed
491Alphabetical Index
Windshield............................ 300
Differential Rear differential oil ............... 448
Dimensions ............................. 444
Dinghy towing ........................ 173
Display Cruise control ....................... 246
Dynamic radar cruise control 238
Energy monitor ..................... 105
Intuitive parking assist .......... 268
Multi-information display .. 90, 98
RCTA .................................... 258
Warning message ................ 412
Display change button ....... 85, 89
Do-it-yourself maintenance ... 341
Door lock Back door ............................. 119
Side doors ............................ 115
Smart key system................. 129
Wireless remote control ....... 113
Doors Automatic door locking and unlocking system................ 118
Back door ............................. 119
Door glasses ........................ 143
Door lock .............................. 119
Open door warning buzzer . 116, 11 8
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 141
Rear door child-protectors.... 118
Drive distance ................... 95, 102
Drive information ............. 95, 102
Drive-Start Control (DSC) Sudden start restraint control159
Driving Break-in tips ......................... 154
Correct driving posture ........... 23
Driving mode select switch... 283
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .... 289
Procedures ........................... 153
Winter drive tips ................... 291
Driving information display91, 99 Driving range ......................92, 99
Driving support system informa-
tion display......................95, 102
DSC (Drive-Start Control) Sudden start restraint control159
Dynamic radar cruise control 235
E
ECO Accelerator Guidance....93, 100
Eco score ..........................93, 100
EDR (Event data recorder) .........8
E-Four ......................................285
Elapsed time .....................95, 102
Electric motor (t raction motor)68
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ...............................................285Warning light.........................405
Electronic key ......................... 112 Battery-saving function .........130
If the electronic key does not operate properly .................431
Replacing the battery ...........382
Emergency Driving Stop System ...............................................250
Emergency flashers ...............394
Emergency tire puncture .......417
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds ..402
If a warning light turns on .....402
If a warning message is dis-played .................................412
If the 12-volt battery is dis- charged ..............................433
If the electronic key does not operate properly .................431
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ...............................430
If the hybrid sys tem will not start
...........................................428
If the vehicle is submerged or water on the road is rising ..396
492Alphabetical Index
If you have a flat tire ............. 417
If you lose your keys ............ 429
If you think something is wrong........................................... 401
If your vehicle becomes stuck ........................................... 441
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency................. 395
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................................... 397
If your vehicle overheats ...... 438
Energy monitor ....................... 105
Engine ACCESSORY mode ............. 177
Compartment ....................... 350
Engine switch ....................... 174
Hood..................................... 348
How to start the hybrid system........................................... 174
Identification number ............ 445
If the hybrid sy stem will not start
........................................... 428
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency................. 395
Ignition switch (power switch) ........................................... 174
Overheating.......................... 438
Power switch ........................ 174
Tachometer ...................... 84, 87
Engine coolant Capacity ............................... 447
Checking .............................. 352
Engine coolant temperature gauge................................. 84, 87
Engine oil Capacity ............................... 446
Checking .............................. 350
Preparing and c hecking before
winter.................................. 291
Warning light ........................ 403
Engine switch (power switch)174
Enhanced VSC ........................ 285 EPS (Electric Po
wer Steering)
...............................................285 Warning light.........................405
EV drive mode.........................179
EV Driving Ratio ...............94, 101
EV indicator...............................69
EV Ratio .............................94, 101
Event data recorder (EDR) .........8
F
Flat tire Tire pressure w arning system
...........................................360
Vehicles with an emergency tire puncture repair ki t...............417
Floor mats .................................22
Fluid Brake ....................................449
Hybrid transmission ..............448
Washer .................................355
Fog lights ................................198 Replacing light bulbs ............388
Switch ...................................198
Front passenger occupant clas- sification system ....................37
Front seats Adjustment ...........................134
Cleaning ...............................337
Correct driving posture ...........23
Head restraints .....................137
Seat heaters ....... ..................306
Front side marker lights Light switch...........................192
Replacing light bulbs ....387, 388
Wattage ................................450
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ....387, 388
Turn signal lever ...................185
Wattage ................................450
Fuel Capacity ...............................445
Fuel gauge .......................84, 87
493Alphabetical Index
Information ........................... 451
Refueling .............................. 202
Type ..................................... 445
Warning light ........................ 405
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy ..... 92, 99
Current fuel consumption . 92, 99
Fuel economy ......... ............ 92, 99
Fuel filler door If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ............................... 430
Refueling .............................. 202
Fuel gauge .......................... 84, 87
Fuses ....................................... 384
G
Garage door opener ............... 326
Gauges ................................ 84, 87
Glove box ................................ 311
Glove box light ....................... 311
H
Head restraints ....................... 137
Headlight aim .......................... 386
Headlights Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) .................................. 194
Automatic High Beam system ........................................... 195
Light switch .......................... 192
Replacing light bulbs ............ 388
Headlights/daytime running lightsReplacing light bulbs ............ 388
Heated steering wheel ........... 306
Heaters Automatic air conditioning sys-tem ..................................... 298
Heated steering wheel ......... 306
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 301
Seat heaters ......................... 306 High mounted stoplight
Replacing light bulbs ............388
High-voltage components .......71
Hill-start assist control...........285
Hood Open.....................................348
Hooks Coat hooks ...........................325
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ....22
Horn .........................................139
Hybrid battery (traction battery) Location ..................................71
Specification .........................446
Warning message...................75
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air intake vent .......................379
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vents ...................................74
Hybrid system .... .......................68
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System .............................................70
Emergency shut off system ....74
Energy monitor/consumption screen.................................105
EV drive mode ......................179
High voltage components .......71
Hybrid system precautions .....71
If the hybrid sys tem will not start
...........................................428
Overheating ..........................439
Power (ignition) switch .........174
Regenerative braking .............69
Starting the hybrid system ....174
Hybrid System Indicator ..........93
Hybrid transmissio n ...............181
Paddle shift switches ............183
Hybrid vehicle dri ving tips.....289
I
I/M test .....................................344
Identification
Engine ..................................445
498Alphabetical Index
Shift lock system .................... 182
Shopping bag hooks .............. 313
Side airbags .............................. 29
Side doorsDoor lock .............................. 115
Side marker lights Light switch .......................... 192
Replacing light bulbs ............ 387
Wattage ................................ 450
Side mirrors Adjustment ........................... 142
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)..... 252
Folding ................................. 142
RCTA function ...................... 257
Side turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 388
Turn signal lever ................... 185
Side windows ...... ................... 143
Smart key system Antenna location .................. 129
Entry functions ............. 115, 121
Starting the hybrid system.... 174
Snow tires ............................... 291
Spark plug ............................... 447
Specifications ......................... 444
Speedometer ...................... 84, 87
Steering wheel Adjustment ........................... 139
Heated steering wheel ......... 306
Meter control switches ..... 91, 99
Stop light Replacing light bulbs ............ 388
Storage features ..................... 310
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck 441
Suggestion function......... 97, 104
Sun visors ............................... 324
Sunshade Roof...................................... 146
Switches Automatic High Beam system........................................... 195 Brake Hold switch .................189
Cruise control switch ............246
Display change button ......85, 89
Door lock switches ............... 118
Driving mode select switch ...283
Dynamic radar cruise control
switch .................................238
Emergency flashers switch...394
EV drive mode switch ...........179
Garage door opener switches ...........................................326
Heated steering wheel switch ...........................................306
Ignition switch .......................174
Instrument panel light control switches..........................86, 89
Light switches .......................192
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) switch ...........................................226
Meter control switches......91, 99
Moon roof switches ..............146
Outside rear v iew mirror
switches..............................141
Paddle shift switches ............183
Parking brake switch ............186
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) switch .................................275
Power door lock switch......... 118
Power switch ........................174
Power window switches .......143
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch...........................................298
Seat heater switches ............306
“SOS” button ..........................64
SYNC switch ........................298
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch .........................238, 240
VSC OFF switch ...................285
Window lock switch ..............145
Windshield wiper and washer switch .................................198