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Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
For safety 
and securityMake sure to read through them
(Main topics: Child seat, theft deterrent system)
Plug-in hybrid 
systemPlug-in hybrid system features, charging method, 
etc.
(Main topics: Driving tips, charging methods)
Vehicle status 
information and 
indicatorsReading driving-related information
(Main topics: Meters, multi-information display)
Before driving
Opening and closing the doors and windows, 
adjustment before driving
(Main topics: Keys, doors, seats, power windows)
Driving
Operations and advice which are necessary for 
driving
(Main topics: Starting hybrid system, refueling)
Interior featuresUsage of the interior features
(Main topics: Air conditioner, storage features)
Maintenance 
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance 
procedures
(Main topics: Interior and exterior, light bulbs)
When trouble 
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction and emergency
(Main topics: 12-volt battery discharge, flat tire)
Vehicle 
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features
(Main topics: Fuel, oil, tire inflation pressure)
For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat 
belt, SRS airbag and headlight aim instructions for 
Canadian owners
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically 

2TABLE OF CONTENTS
For your information...................6
Reading this manual ................ 13
How to search .......................... 14
Pictorial index .......................... 16
1-1. For safe use Before driving ................... 28
For safe driving ................ 29
Seat belts ......................... 31
SRS airbags ..................... 35
Front passenger occupant  classification system ...... 44
Exhaust gas precautions.. 49
1-2. Child safety Riding with children .......... 50
Child restraint systems..... 51
1-3. Emergency assistance Safety Connect ................ 65
1-4. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer sy stem ..........70
2-1. Plug-in hybrid system Plug-in hybrid system fea-tures ............................... 72
Plug-in hybrid system pre- cautions .......................... 83
Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehi- cle driving tips ................ 88
EV driving range .............. 90
2-2. Charging Charging equipment......... 94
AC charging cable............ 97Locking and unlocking AC 
charging connector ...... 102
Power sources that can be  used............................. 106
Charging methods ......... 108
Charging tips ................. 110
Things to know before  charging....................... 113
How to charge ............... 116
Using the charging schedule  function ........................ 123
Using the “My Room Mode” .................................... 134
Solar charging system ... 136
When charging cannot be  carried out ................... 139
3-1. Instrument cluster Warning lights and indicators.................................... 150
Gauges and meters ....... 155
Multi-information display 161
Energy monitor/consumption  screen/solar charging infor-
mation screen (if equipped).................................... 173
4-1. Key information Keys .............................. 180
Digital Key ..................... 183
4-2. Opening, closing and lock- ing the doors
Side doors ..................... 185
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2Plug-in hybrid system
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Vehicle status 
information and 
indicators
4Before driving 

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Electronic key battery....538
Checking and replacing  fuses............................ 540
Headlight aim ................ 542
Exterior lights ................ 543
8-1. Essential information Emergency flashers ...... 546
If your vehicle has to be  stopped in an emergency.................................... 547
If the vehicle is submerged or  water on the road is rising.................................... 548
8-2. Steps to take in an emer- gency
If your vehicle needs to be towed........................... 550
If you think something is  wrong .......................... 554
If a warning light turns on or  a warning buzzer sounds.................................... 555
If a warning message is dis- played.......................... 566
If you have a flat tire...... 574
If the hybrid system will not  start ............................. 584
If you lose your keys ..... 586
If the electronic key does not  operate properly .......... 587
If the 12-volt battery is dis- charged ....................... 589
If your vehicle overheats 594
If the vehicle becomes stuck .................................... 5979-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .................... 600
Fuel information............. 607
Tire information ............. 609
9-2. Customization Customizable features... 618
9-3. Initialization Items to initialize ............ 634
10-1.For owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................. 636
Reporting safety defects for  Canadian owners ........ 637
Seat belt instructions for  Canadian owners (in 
French) ........................ 637
SRS airbag instructions for  Canadian owners (in 
French) ........................ 639
Headlight aim instructions for  Canadian owners (in 
French) ........................ 646
What to do if... (Trouble- shooting) ..................... 648
Alphabetical Index  ........ 650
8When trouble arises
9Vehicle specifications
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work properly or the danger that 
it may work in situations where it 
should not be working.
Installing electronic devices and 
radios increases the risk of 
cyber attacks through the 
installed parts, which may lead 
to unexpected accidents and 
leakage of personal informa-
tion. Toyota does not make any 
guarantees for problems caused 
by installing non-genuine Toyota 
products.
The installation of a mobile two-
way radio system in your vehicle 
could affect electronic systems 
such as:
Hybrid system
 Multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential multiport fuel 
injection system
 Toyota Safety Sense 3.0
 Anti-lock brake system
 SRS airbag system
 Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with your 
Toyota dealer for precautionary 
measures or special instructions 
regarding installation of a mobile 
two-way radio system.
High voltage parts and cables  on the Hybrid Electric Vehicles 
emit approximately the same 
amount of electromagnetic 
waves as the conventional gas-
oline powered vehicles or home 
electronic appliances despite of 
their electromagnetic shielding.
Unwanted noise may occur in 
the reception of the mobile two-
way radio.
This vehicle is equipped with 
sophisticated computers that 
record certain data regarding 
vehicle controls and operations.
■Data recorded by the com-
puters
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*1: The recorded data varies 
according to the vehicle grade 
level and options with which it is 
equipped.
Certain data, such as the follow-
ing, is recorded depending on 
the operation timing and status 
of each function.
 Basic vehicle behavior related 
data (engine speed/electric 
motor speed, accelera-
tor/brake pedal operation, 
vehicle speed, etc.)
 Operating state of the driving 
support systems (recorded 
during system operation, 
includes basic vehicle behav-
ior related data)
 Driving support system sen-
Cyber Attack Risk
Installation of a mobile 
two-way radio system
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• An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the lessee for a leased 
vehicle) is obtained
• In response to an official request  by the police, a court of law or a 
government agency
• For use by Toyota in a lawsuit
However, if necessary, Toyota 
may:
• Use the data fo r research on 
vehicle safety performance
• Disclose the data to a third party  for research purposes without 
disclosing information about the 
specific vehicle or vehicle owner
The SRS airbag and seat belt 
pretensioner devices in your 
Toyota contain explosive chemi-
cals. If the vehicle is scrapped 
with the airbags and seat belt 
pretensioners left as they are, 
this may cause an accident such 
as fire. Be sure to have the sys-
tems of the SRS airbag and seat 
belt pretensioner removed and 
disposed of by a qualified ser-
vice shop or by your Toyota 
dealer before you scrap your 
vehicle.
Special handling may apply, 
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/
hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components 
that may contain perchlorate.  These components may include 
the airbags, seat belt preten-
sioners, wireless remote control 
batteries, and the batteries in 
the tire pressure warning valve 
and transmitters.
The word “QR Code” is regis-
tered trademark of DENSO 
WAVE INCORPORATED in 
Japan and other countries.
Scrapping of your Toyota
Perchlorate Material
“QR Code”
WARNING
■General precautions while 
driving
Driving under the influence: Never 
drive your vehicle when under the 
influence of alcohol or drugs that 
have impaired your ability to oper-
ate your vehicle. Alcohol and cer-
tain drugs delay reaction time, 
impair judgment and reduce coor-
dination, which could lead to an 
accident that could result in death 
or serious injury.
Defensive driving: Always drive 
defensively. Anticipate mistakes 
that other drivers or pedestrians 
might make and be ready to avoid 
accidents.
Driver distraction: Always give 
your full attention to driving. Any-
thing that distracts the driver, 
such as adjusting controls, talking 
on a cellular phone or reading can 
result in a collisio n with resulting 
death or serious injury to you, 
your occupants or others. 

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■Interior
SRS airbags ..........................................................................P.35
Inside lock buttons ............................................................P.187
Assist grips ........................................................................P.466
Seat belts ..............................................................................P.31
Head restraints ...................................................................P.212
Rear seats ...........................................................................P.210
Front seats ..........................................................................P.209
Console box .......................................................................P.451
Cup holders ........................................................................P.451
Floor mats.............................................................................P.28A
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For safety and security
For safety and security
1-1. For safe useBefore driving ................. 28
For safe driving .............. 29
Seat belts ....................... 31
SRS airbags ................... 35
Front passenger occupant  classification system .... 44
Exhaust gas precautions 49
1-2. Child safety Riding with children ........ 50
Child restraint systems... 51
1-3. Emergency assistance Safety Connect .............. 65
1-4. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer sy stem ........70 

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For safety and security
■Location of the SRS airbagsSRS driver airbag/front passenger airbag
Help reduce impact to the head and chest of the driver and front passenger
SRS side airbags
• Help reduce impact to the chest of the occupants of the front seats
• Help reduce impact to the chest of th e occupants of the rear outer seats
SRS curtain shield airbags
• Help reduce impact to the heads of the occupants of the front and rear 
outer seats
• Can help prevent the occupants from being thrown from the vehicle in the  event of a vehicle rollover
SRS airbags
The SRS airbags deploy when the vehicle is subjected to cer-
tain types of severe impact that may cause significant injury 
to the occupants. The airbags work together with the seat 
belts to help reduce the risk of death or serious injury.
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