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Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Plug-in hybrid
systemPlug-in hybrid system features, charging method, etc.
3Instrument
cluster
How to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
4Operation of
each component
Opening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
5DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for driving
6Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
7Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures
8When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
9Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically
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5-5. Using the driving
support systems
Toyota Safety Sense .........355
PCS (Pre-Collision
System) ...........................368
LTA (Lane Tracing
Assist) ..............................379
RSA (Road Sign Assist).....395
Dynamic radar cruise
control with full-speed
range ...............................401
Driving mode select
switch...............................418
Speed limiter ......................420
BSM
(Blind Spot Monitor) .........423
• The Blind Spot Monitor
function ..........................439
• The Rear Crossing
Traffic Alert function.......443
Toyota parking
assist-sensor ...................450
Parking Support Brake
function ............................462
S-IPA (Simple Intelligent
Parking Assist
System) ...........................473
GPF (Gasoline Particulate
Filter) system ...................508
Driving assist systems .......509
5-6. Driving tips
Winter driving tips ..............5166-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning
system............................. 522
Remote Air Conditioning
System ............................ 535
Seat heaters ...................... 539
6-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ................ 541
• Front interior light .......... 542
• Front personal lights ..... 542
• Rear interior light .......... 543
6-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features...... 544
• Glove box ...................... 545
• Console box .................. 545
• Cup holders .................. 546
• Bottle holders/
door pockets ................. 547
• Auxiliary boxes .............. 548
• Seat back pockets ........ 549
Luggage compartment
features ........................... 550
6-4. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features ....... 555
• Sun visors ..................... 555
• Vanity mirrors ................ 555
• Power outlets ................ 556
• Wireless charger ........... 557
• Armrest ......................... 563
• Coat hooks .................... 563
• Assist grips ................... 564
6Interior features
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Inside rear view mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 299
Sun visors*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 555
Vanity mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 555
Interior lights*2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 542, 543
Personal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 542
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*1: NEVER use a rearward facing child
restraint on a seat protected by an
ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it,
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the
CHILD can occur. ( P. 5 7 )
*2: The illustration shows the front, but they are also equipped in the rear.
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Inside rear view mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 299
Sun visors*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 555
Vanity mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 555
Interior lights*2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 542, 543
Personal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 542
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2
3
4
*1: NEVER use a rearward facing child
restraint on a seat protected by an
ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it,
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the
CHILD can occur. ( P. 5 7 )
*2: The illustration shows the front, but they are also equipped in the rear.
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1512-2. Charging
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Before charging, always check the following items.
●The parking brake is applied. (P. 336)
●The headlights are switched off or set to AUTO, and lights such as
the emergency flashers and interior lights etc. are switched off.
If these light switches are turned ON, then these features will consume
electricity, and charging time will increase.
●The power switch is off. (P. 323)
Before charging, make sure that each part of the charging cable is in
good condition. (P. 126)
■Safety functions
●The hybrid system will not start while the charging cable is attached to the
vehicle, even if the power switch is operated.
●If the charging cable is connected while the “READY” indicator is illumi-
nated, the hybrid system will stop automatically and driving will not be possi-
ble.
●When the charging cable is connected to the vehicle, the shift position can-
not be changed from P to another position.
■During charging
The followings occur, however, it does not indicate a malfunction.
●The charging starting time may differ depending on the state of the vehicle.
●During charging, the sound of the fan may be heard from the onboard trac-
tion battery charger cooling air intake vents. (P. 154)
●During and after charging, the rear seat and its surrounding area in which
the onboard traction battery charger is installed may get warm.
Confirm the following before charging
Inspecting the charging cable
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6-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning
system ............................. 522
Remote Air Conditioning
System............................. 535
Seat heaters ...................... 539
6-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ................. 541
• Front interior light .......... 542
• Front personal lights ...... 542
• Rear interior light ........... 543
6-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ...... 544
• Glove box ...................... 545
• Console box .................. 545
• Cup holders ................... 546
• Bottle holders/
door pockets .................. 547
• Auxiliary boxes .............. 548
• Seat back pockets ......... 549
Luggage compartment
features............................ 550
6-4. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features ........ 555
• Sun visors...................... 555
• Vanity mirrors ................ 555
• Power outlets................. 556
• Wireless charger ........... 557
• Armrest .......................... 563
• Coat hooks .................... 563
• Assist grips .................... 564
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5376-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
■When using the Remote Air Conditioning System
A charging message will be displayed on the multi-information display. Differ-
ent messages will be displayed depending on when the Remote Air Condi-
tioning System was started (after charging or during charging).
■While the Remote Air Conditioning System is operating
●Depending on the operating condition of the Remote Air Conditioning Sys-
tem, the electric fan may spin and an operating noise may be heard.
However, this does not indicate a malfunction.
●The Remote Air Conditioning System may stop operating temporarily if
other features that use electricity (for example, the seat heater, lights, wind-
shield wipers) are in operation or if the charge level of the 12-volt battery
becomes low.
●The headlights, windshield wiper, combination meter, etc. will not operate
while the Remote Air Conditioning System is operating.
■Electronic key battery depletion
P. 270
■When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
P. 632
■Customization
Setting (e.g. Operation using “A/C” on the wireless remote control) can be
changed. (Customizable features: P. 726)
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5416-2. Using the interior lights
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Interior lights list
Rear interior light (P. 543)
Front personal/interior lights (P. 542)
Shift lever lighting
Footwell lights
Front door courtesy lights1
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