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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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Vehicle status 
information and 
indicators
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Pictorial index
■Exterior
The shape of the headlights may di ffer depending on the grade, etc.
Side doors ......... ................................. ................................P.185
Locking/unlocking ................................................................P.185
Opening/closing the side windows .......................................P.227
Locking/unlocking by using the  mechanical key ..................P.587
Warning messages ..............................................................P.566
Back door ...........................................................................P.191
Locking/unlocking ................................................................P.192
Opening from inside the cabin
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Opening from outside...................................................P.193, 194
Warning messages ..............................................................P.566
Charging port .......................................................................P.94
Charging method .................................................................P.108
Outside rear view mirrors .................................................P.225
Adjusting the mirror angle ....................................................P.225
Folding the mirrors ...............................................................P.226
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USB port*
USB Type-C charging ports ..............................................P.457
Power outlet .......................................................................P.456
Auto EV/HV mode switch ....................................................P.74
Driving mode select switch ...............................................P.422
Brake hold switch ..............................................................P.266
EV/HV mode selection switch .............................................P.74
Parking brake switch .........................................................P.263
Applying/releasing................................................................P.263
Precautions against winter season ......................................P.430
Warning buzzer/message ............................................P.265, 561
VSC OFF switch .................................................................P.425
*: Refer to “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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Plug-in hybrid system
Plug-in hybrid system
2-1. Plug-in hybrid systemPlug-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.......... 97
Locking 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 sched- ule function ................ 123
Using the “My Room Mode” .................................. 134
Solar charging system 136
When charging cannot be  carried out ................. 139 

732-1. Plug-in hybrid system
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Plug-in hybrid system
The plug-in hybrid system oper-
ates in the following modes.
The meter display can be used to 
check which mode the plug-in 
hybrid system is currently being 
driven in. (P.150)
■EV mode
When a sufficient amount of 
electricity is remaining after 
charging
*1, EV driving is per-
formed using electricity stored in 
the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery).
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When in EV mode, the EV drive 
mode indicator illuminates.
*1: The amount of remaining charge  can be checked on the SOC 
(State of Charge) gauge. 
( P.155)
*2: Depending on the situation, EV 
driving may be canceled and 
both gasoline engine and electric 
motor are used. ( P.79)
■AUTO EV/HV mode
Normally, the electricity stored 
in the hybrid battery (traction 
battery) is used for EV driving. 
However, when more power is 
required, such as for driving 
uphill or accelerating suddenly, 
the gasoline engine starts and 
provides powerful acceleration 
by strongly depressing the 
accelerator pedal.
When the vehicle is in a condi-
tion where EV driving is possi-
ble, EV mode and AUTO EV/HV 
mode can be switched by oper-
ating the switch. ( P.74)
When in AUTO EV/HV mode, the 
AUTO EV/HV mode indicator illumi-
nates.
■HV mode
When in HV mode, the vehicle is 
driven using both the gasoline 
Plug-in hybrid system 
operation mode 

742-1. Plug-in hybrid system
engine and electric motor. 
(P.77)
• If electricity needed for EV  driving in EV mode or AUTO 
EV/HV mode is not remaining, 
the operation mode will be 
automatically switched to HV 
mode.
• The operation mode can be  switched to HV mode at any 
timing by operating the switch 
to keep electricity for EV driv-
ing etc. ( P.74).
* Switching 
to HV mode when driving on a 
highway or when driving uphill 
is recommended in order to 
conserve battery power.
When in HV mode, the HV drive 
mode indicator illuminates.
*: The EV driving range may reduce  even after switching to HV mode.
■Hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) charge mode ( P.75)
Electricity generated by the gas-
oline engine can be used to 
charge the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) by switching to the 
hybrid battery (traction battery) 
charge mode when electricity 
needed for EV driving is not  remaining.
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• The system may not be able 
to switch to the hybrid battery 
(traction battery) charge 
mode due to the state of the 
plug-in hybrid system. 
( P.76)
• Charging time differs depend- ing on the driving state of the 
vehicle when driving in hybrid 
battery (traction battery) 
charge mode.
When in the hybrid battery (traction 
battery) charge mode, the hybrid 
battery charge mode indicator illu-
minates.
*: When in the hybrid battery (trac-tion battery) charge mode, the 
hybrid battery can be charged 
while driving. However, the gaso-
line engine runs to charge the 
battery and fuel consumption 
becomes higher compared with 
driving in HV mode.
The plug-in hybrid system oper-
ation modes can be switched 
using the switches.
■Switching the plug-in 
hybrid system operation 
modes
Press the AUTO EV/HV mode 
switch or EV/HV mode selection 
switch to change modes as the 
following table shows.
When in EV mode, the EV drive 
Plug-in hybrid system 
operation mode selection 
switches 

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Plug-in hybrid system
mode indicator illuminates.
When in AUTO EV/HV mode, the 
AUTO EV/HV mode indicator illumi-
nates.
When in HV mode, the HV drive 
mode indicator illuminates.
AUTO EV/HV mode switch
*: If there is not enough charge remaining in the hybrid battery 
(traction battery) to allow EV driv-
ing, AUTO EV/HV mode will not 
be selectable.
EV/HV mode selection switch
*: If there is not enough charge remaining in the hybrid battery 
(traction battery) to allow EV driv-
ing, EV mode will not be select-
able.
■Switching to the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) 
charge mode
Press and hold the EV/HV mode 
selection switch.
Take your hand off the switch once 
the hybrid battery charge mode 
indicator starts to blink.
The hybrid battery charge mode 
indicator illuminates when the 
switch to hybrid battery (traction 
battery) charge mode is complete.
When the hybrid battery (traction 
battery) is sufficient charged
*, the 
hybrid battery (traction battery) 
charge mode is automatically can-
celed and the operation mode will 
be switched to HV mode.
The hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) charge mode will be canceled 
by pressing AUTO EV/HV mode 
switch or EV/HV  mode selection 
switch.
*: The maximum charge amount in  the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) charge mode is approxi-
mately 80% of the sufficient 
charged capacity for the charging 
Current modeMode after switching
EV modeAUTO EV/HV  mode
AUTO EV/HV modeEV mode
HV modeAUTO EV/HV 
mode
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Current modeMode after switching
EV modeHV mode
AUTO EV/HV  modeHV mode
HV modeEV mode*