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Turns the switch to the door
position (door linked)
Operation is linked with the front
interior light main switch. When the
switch is off, the light does not illu-
minate.
Turns the light on
■Illuminated entry system
The lights automatically turn on/off according to power switch mode, the pres-
ence of the electronic key, 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 light
will go off automatically after 20 minutes.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. the time elapsed before the lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 670)
Rear interior light
1
2
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not leave the lights on longer than
necessary when the hybrid system is off.
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4855-4. Using the other interior features
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Interior features
Other interior features
To set the visor in the forward
position, flip it down.
To set the visor in the side posi-
tion, flip down, unhook, and
swing it to the side.
Slide the cover to open.
The light turns on when the cover
is opened.
If the vanity lights remain on when the power switch is turned off, the light will
go off automatically after 20 minutes.
Sun visors
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2
Vanity mirrors
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not leave the vanity lights on for
extended periods while the hybrid system is off.
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Interior features
■Lighting conditions of operation indicator light
*: Depending on the portable device, there are cases where the operation
indicator light will continue being lit up orange even after the charging is
complete.
●When the operation indicator light flashes
When an error occurs, the operation indicator light flashes an
orange color. Handle the error based on the following table.
Operation indicator lightConditions
Turning offWhen the Wireless charger power supply is
off
Green (comes on)On Standby (charging possible state)
When charging is complete*
Orange (comes on)
When placing the portable device on the
charging area (detecting the portable device)
Charging
Operation indicator
lightSuspected causesHandling method
Flashing repeatedly
once every second
(Orange)Vehicle to charger com-
munication failure.
Contact any autho-
rized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
Repeatedly flashes
3 times continuously
(Orange)
A foreign substance is
between the portable
device and charge area.
Remove the foreign
substance from
between portable
device and the charge
area.
The portable device is
out of sync due to the
device being shifted from
its position.Place the portable
device near the center
of the charge area.
Repeatedly flashes
4 times continuously
(Orange)Temperature rising
within the wireless char-
ger.Stop charging at once
and start charging
again after for a while.
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Rear turn signal lights and back-up light
Open the back door. Insert a
screwdriver into the cover on
the side of the light and
detach the claws indicated by
the dotted lines near the
exterior of the vehicle. Then,
pry the cover and pull it diag-
onally backward to the lug-
gage compartment to detach
the claws indicated by the
dotted lines near the vehicle
interior.
To prevent damage to the cover, protect the tip of the screwdriver with a
rag.
Remove the 2 screws.
Pull the light unit toward the
rear of the vehicle to remove
it.
Replacing light bulbs
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2
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6347-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the hybrid system will not star t
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The electronic key may not be functioning properly.* (P. 636)
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ( P. 8 6 )
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.* (P. 9 1 )
● There may be a malfunction in the shift control system.*
( P. 247, 597)
● The hybrid system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical prob-
lem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. How-
ever, depending on the type of malfunction, an interim measure is
available to start the hybrid system. ( P. 635)
*: It may not be possible to shift the shift position other than P.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 639)
● The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
( P. 521)
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on
the situation. Check the following and perform the appropriate
procedure:
The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed. ( P. 244)
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.
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When trouble arises
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 639)
● One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be disconnected.
( P. 521)
Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures
are unknown.
When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the power
switch is functioning normally.
Do not use this starting procedure except in cases of emergency.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the power switch for about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
Emergency start function
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2
3
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6678-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Light bulbs
Light bulbsWTyp e
ExteriorRear turn signal lights21A
Back-up light16B
Interior
Vanity lights8B
Front interior/personal lights5B
Rear interior light8C
Door courtesy lights5B
Luggage compartment light5B
A: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
B: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
C: Double end bulbs
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Vehicle specifications
■Illumination (P. 470)
■Maintenance system
*: If equipped
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized
setting
Time elapsed before the inte-
rior lights turn off15 secondsOff
–OO 7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the power
switch is turned offOnOff––O
Operation when the doors are
unlockedOnOff––O
Operation when you approach
the vehicle with the electronic
key on your person
OnOff––O
Footwell lighting On Off – – O
Interior lights illumination con-
trolOn Off – – O
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Tire pressure warning
system
*
Initializing the tire pressure warning system:
P. 530