3106-2. Maintenance
General maintenance
Listed below are the general
maintenance items that
should be performed at the
intervals specified in the
“Owner’s Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet” or “Owner’s
Manual Supplement/Sched-
uled Maintenance Guide”. It
is recommended that any
problem you notice should
be brought to the attention
of your Toyota dealer or
qualified service shop for
advice.
WARNING
■If the hybrid system is operat-
ing
Turn the hybrid system off and
ensure that there is adequate
ventilation before performing
maintenance checks.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
12-volt batteryCheck the connec-
tions. ( P.323)
Brake fluid
Is the brake fluid at
the correct level?
( P.322)
Engine/power
control unit
coolant
Is the
engine/power con-
trol unit coolant at
the correct level?
( P.320)
Engine oil
Is the engine oil at
the correct level?
( P.318)
Exhaust sys-
temThere should not
be any fumes or
strange sounds.
Radiator/con-
denser
The radiator and
condenser should
be free from for-
eign objects.
( P.321)
Washer fluid
Is there sufficient
washer fluid?
( P.324)
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator
pedal
The accelerator
pedal should move
smoothly (without
uneven pedal effort
or catching).
Brake pedal
• Does the brake
pedal move
smoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have
appropriate
clearance from
the floor?
( P.425)
• Does the brake pedal have the
correct amount
of free play?
( P.425)
ItemsCheck points
3156-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
Light bulbs
( P.356)
• Bulb with same
number and wattage
rating as original
• Flathead screw- driver
• Wrench
Radiator
and con-
denser
( P.321)
Tire infla-
tion pres-
sure
( P.342)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air
source
Washer
fluid
( P.324)
• Water or washer
fluid containing anti-
freeze (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 fans.
ItemsParts and tools●Be careful not to touch the
engine, power control unit, radi-
ator, 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 or
the 12-volt battery. Fuel and
12-volt battery fumes are flam-
mable.
●Be extremely cautious when
working on the 12-volt battery. It
contains poisonous and corro-
sive sulfuric acid.
■When working near the elec-
tric cooling fans or radiator
grille
Be sure the power switch is OFF.
With the power switch in ON, the
electric cooling fans may auto-
matically start to r un if the air con-
ditioning is on an d/or the coolant
temperature is high. ( P.321)
■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.
3186-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Washer fluid tank ( P.324)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P.320)
Fuse boxes ( P.354)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P.319)
Engine oil filler cap ( P.319)
Power control unit coolant reservoir ( P.320)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P.322)
12-volt battery ( P.323)
Radiator ( P.321)
Condenser ( P.321)
Electric cooling fans
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off,
check the oil level on the dip-
stick.
Engine compar tment
Components
Checking and adding the
engine oil
3216-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
Reservoir
“MAX” line
“MIN” line
If the level is on or below the “MIN”
line, add coolant up to the “MAX”
line. (P.414)
■Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” or a similar high quality
ethylene glycol based non-silicate,
non-amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life
hybrid organic acid technology.
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is
a mixture of 50% coolant and 50%
deionized water. (Minimum tem-
perature: -31°F [-35°C])
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is
a mixture of 55% coolant and 45%
deionized water. (Minimum tem-
perature: -44°F [-42°C])
For more details about coolant, con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
■If the coolant level drops within
a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses,
engine/power control unit coolant
reservoir caps, drain cock and water
pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your
Toyota dealer test the cap and
check for leaks in the cooling sys-
tem.
Check the radiator and con-
denser and clear away any for-
eign objects. If either of the
above parts is extremely dirty or
you are not sure of their condi-
tion, have your vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
WARNING
■When the hybrid system is
hot
Do not remove the engine/power
control unit coolant reservoir
caps.
The cooling system may be under
pressure and may spray hot cool-
ant if the cap is removed, causing
serious injuries, such as burns.
NOTICE
■When adding coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor
straight antifreeze. The correct
mixture of water and antifreeze
must be used to provide proper
lubrication, corrosion protection
and cooling. Be sure to read the
antifreeze or coolant label.
■If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to
prevent it from damaging parts or
paint.
Checking the radiator and
condenser
WARNING
■When the hybrid system is
hot
Do not touch the radiator or con-
denser as they may be hot and
cause serious injuries, such as
burns.
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
4157-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
6Start the hybrid system and
turn the air conditioning sys-
tem on to check that the radi-
ator cooling fans operate and
to check for coolant leaks
from the radiator or hoses.
The fans operate w hen the air con-
ditioning system is turned on imme-
diately after a cold start. Confirm
that the fans are operating by
checking the fan sound and air flow.
If it is difficult to check these, turn
the air conditioning system on and
off repeatedly. (The fans may not
operate in freezing temperatures.)
7 If the fans are not operating:
Stop the hybrid system
immediately and contact your
Toyota dealer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at
the nearest Toyota dealer.
If “Hybrid System Over-
heated Output Power
Reduced” is shown on the
multi-information display
1 Stop the vehicle in a safe
place.
2 Stop the hybrid system and
carefully lift the hood. 3
After the hybrid system has
cooled down, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radi-
ator) 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 coolant is unavailable, use water
as an emergency measure, and
have the vehicle i nspected at your
4167-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
6After stopping the hybrid sys-
tem and waiting for 5 minutes
or more, start the hybrid sys-
tem again and check for the
multi-information display.
If the message does not dis-
appear: Stop the hybrid sys-
tem and contact your Toyota
dealer.
If the message is not dis-
played: The hybrid system
temperature has dropped
and the vehicle may be
driven normally.
However, if the message appears
again frequently, contact your Toy-
ota dealer.
WARNING
■When inspecting under the
hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precau-
tions. Failure to do so may result
in serious injury such as burns.
●If steam is seen coming from
under the hood, do not open the
hood until the steam has sub-
sided. The engine compart-
ment may be very hot.
●After the hybrid system has
been turned off , check that the
“READY” indicator is off. When
the hybrid system is operating,
the gasoline engine may auto-
matically start, or the cooling
fans may suddenly operate
even if the gasoline engine
stops. Do not touch or approach
rotating parts such as the fan,
which may lead to fingers or
clothing (especially a tie, a scarf
or a muffler) getting caught,
resulting in serious injury.
●Do not loosen the coolant reser-
voir caps while the hybrid sys-
tem and radiator are hot.
High temperature steam or
coolant could spray out.
NOTICE
■When adding engine/power
control unit coolant
Add coolant slowly after the
hybrid system has cooled down
sufficiently. Adding cool coolant to
a hot hybrid system too quickly
can cause damage to the hybrid
system.
■To prevent damage to the
cooling system
Observe the following precau-
tions:
●Avoid contaminating the coolant
with foreign matter (such as
sand or dust etc.).
●Do not use any coolant additive.
474Alphabetical Index
P
Panic mode ............................. 124
Parking brakeOperation ............................. 183
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................................ 185
Warning light ........................ 379
Warning message ................ 185
Parking lights Light switch .......................... 189
Replacing light bulbs ............ 357
PCS (Pre-Collision System)... 207 Function ............................... 208
Warning light ........................ 377
PDA (Proactive driving assist) [PDA (Proactive driving assist)]............................................... 228
Personal lights ....................... 286 Wattage ................................ 428
Power control unit .................... 82
Power control unit coolant Capacity ............................... 423
Checking .............................. 320
Preparing and c hecking before
winter.................................. 273
Power outlet ............................ 292
Power steering (Electric power steering system)................... 266Warning light ........................ 375
Power switch .................. 170, 172 Auto power off function ........ 176
Changing the power switch modes ................................ 176
Power switch ( engine switch)
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency................. 363
Power windows Door lock linked window opera-tion ..................................... 151
Jam protection function ........ 150
Operation ............................. 150 Window lock switch ..............152
Pre-Collision System (PCS) ...207 Function................................208
Warning light.........................377
Predictive efficient drive .........80
R
Radiator ...................................321
RCTA Function................................254
RCTA function .........................255
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) ...............................................254
Rear seats ...............................142 Head restraints .....................144
Rear side marker lights Light switch...........................189
Replacing light bulbs ............357
Wattage ................................428
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ....357, 358
Turn signal lever ...................182
Wattage ................................428
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror ..........147
Outside rear view mirrors .....148
Rear window defogger ...........280
Refueling Capacity ...............................421
Fuel types .............................421
Opening the fuel tank cap ....196
Regenerative braking ...............78
Replacing Electronic key battery ...........350
Fuses....................................354
Light bulbs ............................356
Tires......................................398
Wireless remote control battery...........................................350
Reporting safety defects for Canadian owners ..................454