2694-5. Using the driving support systems
4
Driving
tem from overheating when there is
frequent steering input over an
extended period of time. The steer-
ing wheel may feel heavy as a
result. Should this occur, refrain
from excessive steering input or
stop the vehicle and turn the hybrid
system off. The EPS system should
return to normal wit hin 10 minutes.
■Secondary Collision Brake
operating conditions
The system operates when the SRS
airbag sensor detects a collision
while the vehicle is in motion.
However, the system does not oper-
ate when the components are dam-
aged.
■Secondary Collision Brake
automatic cancellation
The system is automatically can-
celed in any of th e following situa-
tions.
●The vehicle speed drops below
approximately 0 mph (0 km/h)
●A certain amount o f time elapses
during operation
●The accelerator pedal is
depressed a large amount
■If a messege about AWD is
shown on the multi-information
display (AWD models)
Perform the following actions.
●"AWD System Over-heated
Switching to 2WD Mode"
AWD system is overheated. Stop
the vehicle in a safe place with the
hybrid system operating.
*
If the message disappears after a
while, there is n o problem. If the
message remains, have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
●"AWD System Over-heated 2WD
Mode Engaged"
AWD system has been temporarily
released and switched to front-wheel drive due to overheat-
ing. Stop the vehicle in a safe place
with the hybrid system operating.
*
If the message disappears after a
while, AWD system will automati-
cally recover. If the message
remains, have the vehicle inspected
by your Toyota dealer immediately.
●"AWD system Malfunction 2WD
Mode Engaged Visit Your Dealer"
A malfunction occurs in the AWD
system. Have the vehicle inspected
by your Toyota dealer immediately.
*: When stopping the vehicle, do not stop the hybrid system until the
display message has turned off.
WARNING
■The ABS does not operate
effectively when
●The limits of tire gripping perfor-
mance have been exceeded
(such as excessively worn tires
on a snow covered road).
●The vehicle hydroplanes while
driving at high speed on wet or
slick roads.
■Stopping distance when the
ABS is operating may exceed
that of normal conditions
The ABS is not designed to
shorten the vehicle’s stopping dis-
tance. Always maintain a safe dis-
tance from the veh icle in front of
you, especially in the following sit-
uations:
●When driving on dirt, gravel or
snow-covered roads
●When driving with tire chains
●When driving over bumps in the
road
2714-6. Driving tips
4
Driving
4-6.Driving tips
When using Eco drive mode, the
torque corresponding to the
accelerator pedal depression
amount can be generated more
smoothly than it is in normal
conditions. In addition, the oper-
ation of the air conditioning sys-
tem (heating/cooling) will be
minimized, improving the fuel
economy. (P.264)
The Eco-friendly driving is pos-
sible by keeping the indicate of
Hybrid System Indicator within
Eco area. ( P.104)
Shift the shift lever to D when
stopped at a traffic light, or driv-
ing in heavy traffic etc. Shift the
shift lever to P when parking.
When using the N, there is no
positive effect on fuel consump-
tion. In the N, the gasoline
engine operates but electricity
cannot be generated. Also,
when using the air conditioning system, etc., the hybrid battery
(traction battery) power is con-
sumed.
Drive your vehicle smoothly.
Avoid abrupt acceleration and
deceleration. Gradual accel-
eration 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 (trac-
tion battery) power, resulting
in poor fuel consumption. Bat-
tery 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
deceleration, as well as long
waits at traffic lights, will lead to
bad fuel economy. Check traffic
reports before leaving and avoid
delays as much as possible.
Hybrid vehicle driving
tips
For economical and ecolog-
ical driving, pay attention to
the following points:
Using Eco drive mode
Use of Hybrid System
Indicator
Shift lever operation
Accelerator pedal/brake
pedal operation
When braking
Delays
2815-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
5
Interior features
the temperature setting or the
inside temperature.
■Eco air conditioning mode
When Eco drive mode is selected
using the driving mode select
switch, eco air conditioning mode
turns on.
When a drive mode other than Eco
drive mode is sele cted, eco air con-
ditioning mode may turn off.
■Operation of the air condition-
ing system in Eco drive mode
●In Eco drive mode, the air condi-
tioning system is controlled as fol-
lows to prioritize fuel efficiency:
• Engine speed and compressor operation controlled to restrict
heating/cooling capacity
• Fan speed restr icted when auto-
matic mode is selected
●To improve air co nditioning perfor-
mance, perform the following
operations:
• Turn off eco air conditioning mode ( P.280)
• Adjust the fan speed
• Turn off Eco drive mode ( P.264)
■When the outside temperature
falls to nearly 32°F (0°C)
The dehumidification function may
not operate even when “A/C” switch
is pressed.
■Ventilation and air conditioning
odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air condi-
tioning system to the outside air
mode.
●During use, various odors from
inside and outside the vehicle may
enter into and a ccumulate in the
air conditioning system. This may
then cause odor to be emitted
from the vents.
●To reduce potential odors from
occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to out-
side air mode prior to turning the
vehicle off. • The start timing of the blower may
be delayed for a short period of
time immediately after the air con-
ditioning system is started in auto-
matic mode.
●When parking, the system auto-
matically switches to outside air
mode to encourage better air cir-
culation throughout the vehicle,
helping to reduce odors that occur
when starting the vehicle.
■Air conditioning filter
P.346
■Air conditioning system refrig-
erant
●A label regarding the refrigerant of
the air conditioning system is
attached to the e ngine compart-
ment at the locati on shown in the
following illustration.
●The meaning of each symbol on
the label are as follows:
Caution
Air conditioning sys-
tem
Air conditioning sys-
tem lubricant type
Requires registered
technician to service
air conditioning sys-
tem
Flammable refrigerant
2855-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
5
Interior features
When the seat heater is on, the
indicator illumina tes on the seat
heater switch.
■The heated steering wheel and
seat heaters can be used when
The power swit ch is in ON.
WARNING
■To prevent overheating and
minor burn injuries
Observe the following precautions
when using the seat heaters.
●Do not cover the seat with a
blanket or cushion when using
the seat heater.
●Do not use seat heater more
than necessary.
2975-4. Other interior features
5
Interior features
NOTICE
■Situations in which the func-
tion may not operate normally
Devices may not be charged nor-
mally in the following situations.
●The portable device is fully
charged
●The portable device is being
charged with a cable connected
●There is foreign matter between
the charge area and portable
device
●Charging has caused the porta-
ble device to heat up
●The temperature around the
charging tray is 95°F (35°C) or
higher, such as in extreme heat
●The portable device is placed
with its charging side facing up
●The portable device is placed in
an area misaligned from the
charge area
●The portable device is larger
than the charging tray
●A foldable and portable device
is placed outside the charge
area
●The camera lens protrudes 0.12
in (3 mm) or more from the sur-
face of the portable device
●The vehicle is in an area where
strong electrical waves or noise
are emitted, such as near a tele-
vision tower, power plant, gaso-
line station, broadcasting
station, large display, airport,
etc.
●Any of the following objects that
is 0.08 in (2 mm) or thicker is
between the charging side of
the portable device and the
charge area
• Thick cases or covers
• A case or cover attached with an uneven or tilt ed surface, so
that the charging side is not flat
• Thick decorations
• Accessories, such as finger rings, straps, etc.
●When the portable device is in
contact with, or is covered by
any of the following metallic
objects:
• A card that has metal on it, such as aluminum foil, etc.
• A pack of cigarettes that includes aluminum foil
• A wallet or bag that is made of metal
• Coins
• A heating pad
• CDs, DVDs or other media
• A metal accessory
• A case or cover made of metal
• A case which has magnet in it on the charging side of the por-
table device.
●Electric wave type wireless
remote controls are being used
nearby
4147-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the engine coolant tempera-
ture gauge enters the red
zone or “Engine Coolant
Temp High Stop in a Safe
Place See Owner’s Manual”
is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display
1 Stop the vehicle in a safe
place and turn off the air con-
ditioning system, and then
stop the hybrid system.
2 If you see steam: Carefully lift
the hood after the steam sub- sides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
3 After the hybrid system has
cooled down sufficiently,
inspect the hoses and radia-
tor core (radiator) for any
leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Toyota
dealer.
4The coolant level is satisfac-
tory if it is between the “MAX”
and “MIN” lines on the reser-
voir.
Reservoir
“MAX” line
“MIN” line
5 Add coolant if necessary.
If your vehicle over-
heats
The following may indicate
that your vehicle is over-
heating.
The engine coolant tem-
perature gauge ( P. 9 9 ) i s
in the red zone or a loss of
hybrid system power is
experienced. (For example,
the vehicle speed does not
increase.)
“Engine Coolant Temp High
Stop in a Safe Place See
Owner’s Manual” or “Hybrid
System Overheated Output
Power Reduced” is shown
on the multi-information dis-
play.
Steam comes out from
under the hood.
Correction procedures
468Alphabetical Index
Brake assist ............................ 266
Break-in tips ........................... 160
Brightness control Instrument panel light control98, 101
Meter light control ................. 101
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ...... 249
C
Care Exterior ................................. 302
Interior .................................. 305
Seat belts ............................. 305
Wheels and wheel ornaments........................................... 302
Cargo capacity ....................... 168
Chains ..................................... 274
Child restraint system Fixed with a LATCH system ... 64
Fixed with a seat belt ............. 60
Front passenger occupant clas-sification system ................... 41
Points to remember ................ 48
Riding with children ................ 47
Types of child restraint system installation met hod ............... 50
Using an anchor bracket ........ 68
Child safety 12-volt battery precautions . 323, 413
Airbag precautions ................. 36
Child restraint system............. 50
Heated steering wheel and seat
heater precautions ............. 284
How your child should wear the seat belt................................ 28
Moon roof precau tions ......... 154
Power window lock switch.... 152
Power window precautions .. 151
Rear door child-protectors.... 132
Seat belt extender precautions ............................................. 28 Seat belt precautions..............47
Trunk precautions .................133
Child-protectors......................132
Cleaning Exterior .................................302
Interior ..................................305
Seat belts .............................305
Wheels and wheel ornaments...........................................302
Clock ......................96, 98, 99, 102
Coat hooks ..............................299
Condenser ............. ..................321
Console box ............................290
Cooling system .......................320 Engine overheating ..............414
Hybrid system overheating ...415
Cruise control .........................244
Cup holders.............................289
Current fuel consumption....104, 11 0
Curtain shield airbags ..............31
Customizable featu res ...........442
D
Daytime running light system189
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors .....280
Rear window.........................280
Windshield ............................279
Differential Rear differential oil................424
Dimensions .............................420
Dinghy towing .........................169
Display Cruise control .......................245
Dynamic radar cruise control 239
Energy monitor ..................... 116
Multi-information display.....102,
109
RCTA ....................................254
Warning message.................382
Display change button .....97, 101
470Alphabetical Index
How to start the hybrid system................................... 170, 172
Identification number ............ 421
If the hybrid sy stem will not start
........................................... 406
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency................. 363
Ignition switch (power switch) ................................... 170, 172
Overheating.......................... 414
Power switch ................ 170, 172
Tachometer ............................ 96
Engine coolant Capacity ............................... 423
Checking .............................. 320
Preparing and c hecking before
winter.................................. 273
Engine coolant temperature gauge................................. 96, 99
Engine oil Capacity ............................... 422
Checking .............................. 318
Preparing and c hecking before
winter.................................. 273
Warning light ........................ 373
Engine switch (power switch) ....................................... 170, 172If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency................. 363
Enhanced VSC ........................ 266
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ............................................... 266Warning light ........................ 375
EV drive mode ........................ 178
EV Driving Ratio ............. 106, 112
EV indicator .............................. 78
EV Ratio .......................... 106, 112
Event data recorder (EDR)......... 8F
Flat tire Tire pressure w arning system
...........................................328
Vehicles with a spare tire......398
Vehicles with an emergency tire puncture repair ki t...............387
Floor mats .................................24
Fluid Brake ....................................425
Hybrid transmission ..............424
Washer .................................324
Front passenger occupant clas- sification system ....................41
Front seats Adjustment ...........................141
Cleaning ...............................305
Correct driving posture ...........25
Head restraints .....................144
Seat heaters ....... ..................284
Front side marker lights Light switch...........................189
Wattage ................................428
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............357
Turn signal lever ...................182
Fuel Capacity ...............................421
Fuel gauge .......................96, 99
Information ......... ..................429
Refueling ..............................196
Type......................................421
Warning light.........................375
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy .. 104, 110
Current fuel consumption ...104, 11 0
Fuel economy ................. 104, 110
Fuel filler door Refueling ..............................196
Fuel gauge...........................96, 99