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WARNING
■Used engine oil
● Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care
should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used
engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
● Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground. Call any authorized Toyota reta iler or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer, service station or auto parts store for information
concerning recycling or disposal.
● Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■ When replacing the engine oil
● Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
● Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
● Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
● Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.
6457-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
WARNING
■Replacing light bulbs
● Be sure to stop the hybrid system and turn off the lights. Do not attempt to
replace the bulb immediately after turning off the lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
● Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is
unavoidable to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth
to avoid getting moisture and oils on the bulb.
Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.
● Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the light unit. This may
damage the back-up lights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
● Do not attempt to repair or disassemble light bulbs, connectors, electric
circuits or component parts.
Doing so may result in death or serious injury due to electric shock.
● Do not replace the right-hand back-up light immediately after the vehicle
has been driven.
After the vehicle has been driven the exhaust pipe will be extremely hot,
and touching the exhaust pipe may result in burns.
● Use gloves and other protection to prevent injuries on vehicle parts.
There is the danger of being injured on the edges of parts.
■ To prevent damage or fire
● Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
● Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.
6708-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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●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.
■ If “See Owner’s Manual” is shown
● If “Braking Power Low Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is shown,
this may be a malfunction. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
● If “Engine Oil Pressure Low” is shown, this may be a malfunction. Immedi-
ately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
● If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunction. Immedi-
ately have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
• “Plug-in charging system malfunction.”
• “Hybrid System Malfunction”
• “Check Engine”
• “Hybrid Battery System Malfunction”
• “Accelerator System Malfunction”
• “Smart Entry & Start System Malfunction See Owner’s Manual”
● If “Exhaust Filter Full See Owner’s Manual” is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display is shown, follow the instruction. ( P. 5 0 8 )
■ If “Shift System Not Active Apply Parking Brake Securely While Parking
See Owner’s Manual” is shown
Indicates a temporary operation failure or malfunction in the shift control sys-
tem. Immediately have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
When the message is shown, the hybrid system may not be started or the
shift position may not be changed normally. (Coping method: P. 674)
■ If “Shift System Malfunction Apply Parking Brake Securely While Park-
ing See Owner’s Manual” is shown
Indicates a malfunction in the shift control system. Immediately have the vehi-
cle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer.
When the message is shown, the hybrid system may not be started or the
shift position may not be changed normally. (Coping method: P. 674)
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When trouble arises
■If “Auto Power OFF to Conserve Battery” is shown
The power switch has been turned off by the automatic power off function.
When starting the hybrid system next time, operate the hybrid system for
approximately 5 minutes to recharge the 12-volt battery.
■ If “Engine Oil Level Low Add or Replace” is displayed
The engine oil level may be low. Check the level of the engine oil, and add
engine oil if necessary. This message may be displayed if the vehicle is
stopped on a slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface and check if the mes-
sage disappears.
■ If “Accelerator and Brake Pedals Pressed Simultaneously” is shown
The accelerator and brake pedals are being depressed simultaneously.
( P. 310)
Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal.
■ If a message that indicates the malfunction of front camera is displayed
The following systems may be suspended until the problem shown in the
message is resolved. ( P. 366, 659)
● PCS (Pre-Collision System)
● LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
● AHS (Adaptive High-beam System)
● RSA (Road Sign Assist)
● Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range
■ If a message that indicates the malfunction of radar sensor is displayed
The following systems may be suspended until the problem shown in the
message is resolved. ( P. 366, 659)
● PCS (Pre-Collision System)
● LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
● Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range
■ If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable See Owner’s Manual” is shown
The dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range system is suspended
temporarily or until the problem show n in the message is resolved. (causes
and coping methods: P. 366)
■ If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable” is shown
The dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range system cannot be
used temporarily. Use the system when it becomes available again.
7179-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Generation/traction motor
Traction motor
■Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Reference*])
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing
the engine oil. Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the
engine and turning off the hybrid system, wait more than 5 minutes, and
check the oil level on the dipstick.
Electric motor (generation motor/traction motor)
Ty p ePermanent magnet synchronous motor
Maximum output22.5 kW
Maximum torque40 N•m (4.1 kgf•m, 29.5 ft•lbf)
Ty p ePermanent magnet synchronous motor
Maximum output53 kW
Maximum torque163 N•m (16.6 kgf•m, 120.2 ft•lbf)
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Ty p eLithium-ion battery
Voltage3.7 V/cell
Capacity25 Ah
Quantity95 cells
Nominal voltage351.5 V
Lubrication system
With filter4.2 L (4.4 qt., 3.7 Imp.qt.)
Without filter3.9 L (4.1 qt., 3.4 Imp.qt.)
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Emergency brake signal ......... 510
Emergency flashers................. 648
Emergency brake signal ....... 510
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................. 675
Energy monitor ................ 223, 261
Engine
Accessory mode ................... 325
Compartment ........................ 587
Engine switch ........................ 323
Exhaust gas precautions......... 50
Hood ..................................... 584
How to start the hybrid
system ................................ 323
Identification number............. 716
If the hybrid system will not
start..................................... 693
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 649
Ignition switch (power
switch) ................................ 323
Overheating .......................... 705
Power switch ......................... 323
Engine coolant ......................... 591
Capacity ................................ 720
Checking ............................... 591
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 516Engine oil ................................. 588
Capacity ................................ 717
Checking ............................... 588
Oil pressure warning light ..... 660
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 516
Engine switch (power
switch) .................................... 323
Auto power off function ......... 325
Changing the power switch
modes................................. 325
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 649
Starting the hybrid system .... 323
EPS (Electric Power
Steering)................................. 510
Function ................................ 510
Warning light ......................... 660
EV City mode switch ................. 88
EV driving range ...................... 109
EV mode ..................................... 85
EV/HV mode selection
switch ....................................... 88
Exhaust gas precautions .......... 50
Extended Headlight
Lighting system..................... 338
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Navigation system*
Odometer .................................. 214
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 717
Opener
Back door .............................. 278
Fuel filler door ....................... 353
Hood ..................................... 584
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 301
Adjustment ............................ 301
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 423
Folding .................................. 301
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers............................ 527
Outside temperature
display .................................... 212
Overhead console.................... 548
Overheating .............................. 705
P position switch ..................... 330
Panoramic view monitor
*
Parking assist sensors
Parking Support Brake
function ............................... 462
S-IPA (Simple Intelligent
Parking Assist System)....... 473
Toyota parking
assist-sensor ...................... 450Parking brake ........................... 336
Operation .............................. 336
Parking brake engaged
warning buzzer ................... 336
Parking lock ............................. 330
Parking Support Brake
function .................................. 462
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .... 368
Enabling/disabling the
system ................................ 372
Function ................................ 368
Warning light ......................... 661
Personal lights ......................... 541
Switch ................................... 542
Wattage ................................ 723
Plug-in hybrid system ............... 84
Driving tips ............................ 105
EV City mode .......................... 85
EV driving range ................... 109
EV mode ................................. 85
EV/HV mode selection
switch ................................... 88
Features.................................. 84
How to charge....................... 155
HV mode ................................. 85
Hybrid battery (traction
battery) charge mode ........... 85
Power control unit coolant ..... 591
Capacity ................................ 720
Checking ............................... 591
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 516
Radiator ................................ 593
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Warning lights .......................... 205
ABS ....................................... 660
Brake Override System ......... 663
Brake system ........................ 659
Charging system ................... 659
Drive-Start Control ................ 663
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ..................................... 662
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 660
Electric power steering
system ................................ 660
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light...................... 662
High coolant temperature...... 661
Low engine oil pressure ........ 660
Low fuel level ........................ 662
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 660
Master warning light .............. 662
Open door ............................. 662
Parking Support Brake
function ............................... 663
PCS....................................... 661
PKSB OFF indicator.............. 662
Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder light...................... 662
Seat belt reminder light ......... 662
Slip indicator ......................... 661
SRS....................................... 660
Tire pressure ......................... 663
Warning messages .................. 667Warning reflector storage
space ...................................... 552
Washer...................................... 348
Checking ............................... 598
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 516
Switch ................................... 348
Washing and waxing ............... 566
Water-repellent coating........... 567
Wheels ...................................... 610
Replacing wheels.................. 612
Size ....................................... 723
Window glasses....................... 303
Window lock switch ................ 303
Windows ................................... 303
Power windows ..................... 303
Rear window defogger .......... 527
Washer ................................. 348
Windshield wipers ................... 348
Handling the wiper arms ....... 571
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers ................................. 348
Replacing the wiper insert .... 629
Winter driving tips ................... 516
Wiper insert replacement........ 629
Wireless charger...................... 557
Wireless remote control.......... 268
Battery-Saving Function ....... 285
Locking/Unlocking................. 273
Remote Air Conditioning
System ............................... 535
Replacing the battery ............ 632