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When trouble arises
■Warning messages
The warning messages explained below may differ from the actual messages
according to operation conditions and vehicle specifications.
■ System warning lights
The master warning light does not come on or flash in the following cases.
Instead, a separate system warning light will come on along with a message
or image shown on the multi-information display.
● “Antilock Brake System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer”:
The ABS warning light comes on. ( P. 581)
● “Braking Power Low Visit Your Dealer”:
The brake system warning light (yellow) will come on. ( P. 580)
● Indicates that a door is not fully closed while the vehicle is stopped.:
The Open door warning light comes on. ( P. 5 8 3 )
■ If “Visit Your Dealer” is shown
The system or part shown on the multi- information display is malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
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■ If a message about an operation is shown
● If a message about an operation of the accelerator pedal or brake pedal is
shown
• A warning message about an operation of the brake pedal may be shown
while the driving assist systems such as PCS (Pre-Collision System) (if
equipped) or the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range (if
equipped) is operating. If a warning message is shown, be sure to decel-
erate the vehicle or follow an instruction shown on the multi-information
display.
• A warning message is shown when Brake Override System operates.
( P. 221, 596)
• A warning message is shown when Drive-Start Control or Parking Sup-
port Brake function (if equipped) operates ( P. 222, 400). Follow the
instructions on the multi-information display.
● If a message about an operation of the power switch is shown
An instruction for operation of the power switch is shown when the incorrect
procedure for starting the hybrid system is performed or the power switch is
operated incorrectly. Follow the instructions shown on the multi-information
display to operate the power switch again.
● If a message about a shift operation is shown
To prevent the shift position from being selected incorrectly or the vehicle
from moving unexpectedly, the shift position may be changed automatically
( P. 255) or shift operation may be required. In this case, change the shift
position following the instructions on the multi-information display.
● If a message or image about an open/close state of a part or replenishment
of a consumable is shown
Confirm the part indicated by the multi-information display or a warning light,
and then perform the coping method such as closing the open door or
replenishing a consumable.
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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.
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●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? (P. 585)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? (P. 260)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
(P. 580, 589)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. (P. 93)
To stop the alarm, turn the power switch to ON mode or start the hybrid sys-
tem.
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
Check the message on the multi-information display. (P. 589)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 580, 589.
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
(vehicles with alarm)
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed
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Alphabetical index
A/C............................................. 458
Air conditioning filter.............. 542
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 458
Blower customization ............ 462
Eco score (A/C score) ........... 150
Front seat concentrated
airflow mode (S-FLOW)...... 461
ABS (Anti-lock Brake
System) .................................. 441
Function ................................ 441
Warning light ......................... 581
ACA (Active Cornering
Assist) .................................... 441
Active Cornering Assist
(ACA) ...................................... 441
AHB (Automatic High
Beam) ..................................... 266
Air conditioning filter .............. 542
Air conditioning system .......... 458
Air conditioning filter.............. 542
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 458
Blower customization ............ 462
Eco score (A/C score) ........... 150
Front seat concentrated
airflow mode (S-FLOW)...... 461
Air intake vent ............................ 85
Cleaning ................................ 545
Airbag manual on-off
system ...................................... 51Airbags ....................................... 39
Airbag manual on-off
system .................................. 51
Airbag operating conditions .... 45
Airbag precautions for your
child ...................................... 41
Airbag warning light .............. 581
Correct driving posture ........... 32
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions ............. 46
Curtain shield airbag
precautions........................... 43
General airbag precautions .... 41
Locations of airbags................ 39
Modification and disposal of
airbags.................................. 44
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................. 46
Side airbag precautions .......... 42
Side and curtain shield
airbags operating
conditions ............................. 46
Side and curtain shield
airbags precautions .............. 43
SRS airbags............................ 39
Alarm .......................................... 93
Alarm ...................................... 93
Intrusion sensor ...................... 96
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Antenna
Smart entry & start system.... 187
Anti-lock brake system
(ABS) ...................................... 441
Function ................................ 441
Warning light ......................... 581
Approach warning ................... 339
Armrest ..................................... 493
Assist grips .............................. 494
Audio input
*
Audio system*
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................... 458
Air conditioning filter.............. 542
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 458
Blower customization ............ 462
Eco score (A/C score) ........... 150
Front seat concentrated
airflow mode (S-FLOW)...... 461
Automatic headlight leveling
system .................................... 264
Automatic High Beam
(AHB) ...................................... 266
Automatic light control
system .................................... 263
Auxiliary box ............................ 477Back door ................................. 182
Back-up light ............................ 561
Replacing light bulb .............. 562
Wattage ................................ 667
Battery (12-volt battery) .......... 521
Battery checking ................... 521
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged .......................... 639
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 452
Replacing .............................. 642
Warning light ......................... 580
Battery (traction battery)........... 84
Air intake vent ......................... 85
Location .................................. 84
Specification ......................... 657
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ....... 356
Blind Spot Monitor
function ............................... 372
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert
function ............................... 375
Bluetooth
®*
Bottle holders .......................... 476
Brake
Fluid ...................................... 664
Parking brake........................ 260
Regenerative braking.............. 81
Warning light ......................... 580
Brake assist ............................. 441
Brake Override System ........... 221
Break-in tips ............................. 222
Brightness control
Instrument cluster light
control................................. 102
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 356
Blind Spot Monitor function ... 372
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert
function ............................... 375
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*: Refer to “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual”.
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Daytime running light
system .................................... 263
Deck board ............................... 479
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors ...... 463
Rear window ......................... 463
Windshield ............................ 462
Dimension ................................ 654
Display
Drive information ................... 129
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range .......... 329
Energy monitor.............. 130, 166
Head-up display .................... 160
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) .... 316
Main display .......................... 117
Multi-information display ....... 127
Parking Support Brake
function ............................... 400
Pre-collision warning ............. 297
RCTA detection screen ......... 356
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ........ 324
S-IPA (Simple Intelligent
Parking Assist System)....... 409
Toyota parking
assist-sensor ...................... 382
Warning messages ............... 589
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 508
Door courtesy lights ................ 470
Location ................................ 470
Wattage................................. 667Doors
Back door.............................. 182
Door glasses ......................... 210
Door lock............................... 177
Open door warning buzzer ... 180
Open door warning light........ 583
Outside rear view mirrors...... 207
Rear door child-protectors .... 180
Side doors............................. 177
Side windows ........................ 210
Double locking system ............. 92
Drive information ..................... 129
Drive-Start Control (DSC) ....... 221
Sudden start restraint
control................................. 221
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light......................................... 584
Driving ...................................... 220
Break-in tips .......................... 222
Correct driving posture ........... 32
Driving in the rain .................. 221
Driving mode select switch ... 351
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 449
Procedures ........................... 220
Winter drive tips .................... 452
DSC (Drive-Start Control) ....... 221
Sudden start restraint
control................................. 221
Dynamic radar cruise
control with full-speed
range ...................................... 329
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ECB (Electronically
Controlled Brake System) .... 441
Eco drive mode ........................ 351
Electric motor (traction motor)
Location .................................. 79
Specification.......................... 657
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) ....................................... 442
Function ................................ 442
Warning light ......................... 581
Electronic key .......................... 172
Battery-saving function ......... 189
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 636
Replacing the battery ............ 554
Electronically Controlled
Brake System (ECB).............. 441
Emergency brake signal ......... 442
Emergency flashers................. 568
Emergency brake signal ....... 442
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................. 602
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds ... 580
If a warning light turns on ...... 580
If a warning message is
displayed ............................ 589
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged .......................... 639
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 636
If the hybrid system will not
start..................................... 634
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 650
If the vehicle is submerged or
water on the road is
rising ................................... 570If you have a flat tire ..... 598, 618
If you lose your keys ..... 173, 176
If you think something is
wrong.................................. 579
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 569
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 572
If your vehicle overheats ....... 645
Energy monitor ................ 130, 166
Engine....................................... 656
Accessory mode ................... 246
Compartment ........................ 514
Engine switch (power
switch) ................................ 244
Exhaust gas precautions ........ 50
Hood ..................................... 511
How to start the hybrid
system ................................ 244
Identification number ............ 656
If the hybrid system will not
start .................................... 634
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 569
Ignition switch (power
switch) ................................ 244
Overheating .......................... 645
Power switch......................... 244
Engine coolant ......................... 518
Capacity ................................ 662
Checking ............................... 518
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 452
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