811-5. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
1-5.Theft deterrent system
The indicator light flashes after
the power switch has been
turned off to indicate that the
system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing
after the power switch has been
turned to ACC or ON to indicate
that the system has been can-
celed.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free
type immobilizer system.
■Conditions that may cause the
system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in
contact with a metallic object
●If the key is in close proximity to or
touching a key to the security sys-
tem (key with a built-in transpon-
der chip) of another vehicle
■Certification
P. 6 1 1
Immobilizer system
The vehicle’s keys have
built-in transponder chips
that prevent the hybrid sys-
tem from starting if a key
has not been previously
registered in the vehicle’s
on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside
the vehicle when you leave
the vehicle.
This system is designed to
help prevent vehicle theft
but does not guarantee
absolute security against all
vehicle thefts.
Operating the system
NOTICE
■To ensure the system oper-
ates correctly
Do not modify or remove the sys-
tem. If modified or removed, the
proper operation of the system
cannot be guaranteed.
821-5. Theft deterrent system
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■Items to check before lock-
ing the vehicle
To prevent unexpected trigger-
ing of the alarm and vehicle
theft, make sure of the following:
Nobody is in the vehicle.
The windows and the pan-
oramic moon roof (if
equipped) are closed before
the alarm is set.
No valuables or other per-
sonal items are left in the
vehicle.
■Setting
Close the doors and hood, and
lock all the doors using the entry
function or wireless remote con- trol. The system will be set auto-
matically after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes from
being on to flashing when the sys-
tem is set.
■Deactivating or stopping
Do one of the following to deac-
tivate or stop the alarms:
Unlock the doors and tailgate
using the entry function or
wireless remote control.
Turn the power switch to ACC
or ON, or start the hybrid sys-
tem. (The alarm will be deacti-
vated or stopped after a few
seconds.)
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free
type alarm system.
■Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the
following situations:
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the
alarm system.)
●The doors are unlocked using the
mechanical key.
Alarm
The alarm uses light and
sound to give an alert when
an intrusion is detected.
The alarm is triggered in the
following situations when
the alarm is set:
A locked door or tailgate is
unlocked or opened in any
way other than using the
entry function or wireless
remote control. (The doors
will lock again automati-
cally.)
The hood is opened.
Setting/deactivating/stop-
ping the alarm system
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Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature
Speedometer
Displays the vehicle speed
Voltmeter
Displays the charge state
Engine oil pressure gauge
Displays the engine oil pressure
Odometer and trip meter ( P.93)
■The meters and display illumi-
nate when
The power swit ch is in ON.
■Tachometer needle feature
The tachometer needle will fade in
or out during the engine starting or
stopping, respectively.
The needle is completely visible
after the engine is turned on or
turned off.
■Clock settings screen
If clock setting item is displayed
when is selected on the multi-
information display, the system may
be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
■Outside temperature display
●In the following si tuations, the cor-
rect outside tempe rature may not
be displayed, or the display may
take longer than normal to
change.
• When stopped, or driving at low
speeds (less than 12 mph [20
km/h])
• When the outside temperature
has changed suddenly (at the
entrance/exit of a garage, tunnel,
etc.)
●When “--” or “E” is displayed, the
system may be malfunctioning.
Take your vehicle to your Toyota
dealer.
●Displays the outsi de temperature
within the range of -40°F (-40°C)
to 122°F (50°C).
●When the outside temperature is
approximately 37°F (3°C) or
lower, the indicator will flash
for approximately 10 seconds,
then stay on.
■Liquid crystal display
P. 9 6
■Customization
Settings (e. g. mete r display) can be
changed on screen of the multi-
information display. ( P. 9 9 )
WARNING
■The information display at
low temperatures
Allow the interior of the vehicle to
warm up before using the liquid
crystal information display. At
extremely low temperatures, the
information disp lay monitor may
respond slowly, and display
changes may be delayed.
972-1. Instrument cluster
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Vehicle status information and indicators
Select to display fuel consump-
tion data in various forms.
■Fuel economy
Use the displayed values as a ref-
erence only.
Distance to empty
Displays the driving range with
remaining fuel. ( P. 9 8 )
Current fuel consumption
Displays instantaneous current fuel
consumption.
Average fuel economy (after
reset)
To reset the average fuel economy
display, press and hold the
meter control switch.
The average fuel economy dis-
play can be changed in .
( P. 9 9 )
Average fuel economy (after
start)
Displays the average fuel con-
sumption since hybrid system start.
Average fuel economy (after refuel)
Displays the average fuel con-
sumption since the vehicle was
refueled.
■Hybrid System Indica-
tor/Distance to empty
Hybrid System Indicator
Hybrid Eco area
Shows that gasoline engine power
is not being used very often.
The gasoline engi ne will automati-
cally stop and restart under various
conditions.
Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being
driven in an Eco-friendly manner.
By keeping the indicator needle
within the Eco area, more Eco-
friendly driving can be achieved.
Power area
Shows that an Eco-friendly driving
range is being exceeded (during full
power driving etc.)
Distance to empty
Displays the driving range with
remaining fuel. (
P. 9 8)
■Distance to empty
●This distance is computed based
on your average fuel consump-
Content of driving infor-
mation
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Vehicle status information and indicators
• “Distance”: Displ ays the distance
driven since hybrid system start
*
• “Total Time”: Displays the elapsed time since hybrid system start
*
*
: These items are reset each time the hybrid system stops.
“Total”
• “Average Speed”: Displays the
average vehicle speed since the
display was reset
*
• “Distance”: Displ ays the distance
driven since the display was
reset
*
• “Total Time”: Displays the elapsed
time since the display was reset
*
*
: To reset, display the desired item
and press and hold the meter
control switch.
■Tire inflation pressure
Displays inflation pressure of
each tire.
■Meter display settings that
can be changed
Language
Select to change the language dis-
played.
Units
Select to change t he units of mea-
sure displayed.
Meter Type
Select to change the main dial type
to speedometer or tachometer.
(Driving information dis-
play settings)
• Fuel economy display
Select to change the average fuel
consumption display between after
start/after reset/after refuel.
( P. 9 7 )
(Audio settings)
Select to displa y/not display the
audio system linked display.
(Vehicle information dis-
play settings)
Select to change the displayed con-
tent of the following:
• Drive information type
Select to change the drive informa-
tion type display between after
start/after reset.
• Drive information items
Select to set the first and second
items of the drive information dis-
play to any of the following: aver-
age vehicle
speed/distance/elapsed time.
Pop-up display
Select to enable/disable pop-up
displays for each relevant system.
Multi-information display off
Select to turn the multi-information
display off.
To turn the multi-information display
on again, press any of the meter
control switches.
Default setting
Select to reset the meter display
settings to the default setting.
Settings display
1062-1. Instrument cluster
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mately 10 seconds and the out-
side temperature display will turn
off. In this case, the display will be
displayed again when the outside
temperature becomes approxi-
mately 41°F (5°C) or higher.
●In the following si
tuations, the cor-
rect outside tempe rature may not
be displayed, or the display may
take longer than normal to
change:
• When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 16 mph [25
km/h])
• When the outside temperature has changed su ddenly (at the
entrance/exit of a garage, tunnel,
etc.)
●When “--” is displayed, the system
may be malfunction ing. Take your
vehicle to your Toyota dealer.
■Current fuel consumption
screen
1 Select on the main
menu.
2 Select “Trip information”.
If a screen other than “Current” is
displayed, select “Current”.
Average vehicle speed since
the hybrid system was
started.
Trip range
Fuel consumption
information
Fuel consumption informa-
tion can be displayed on the
multimedia system.
Consumption
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●Starting the hybrid system and
changing power switch modes:
P. 5 2 8
●Stopping the hybrid system:
P. 1 9 7
■Certification
P. 6 1 1
WARNING
■Caution regarding interfer-
ence with electronic devices
●People with implantable car-
diac pacemakers, cardiac
resynchronization therapy-
pacemakers or implantable car-
dioverter defibrillators should
keep away from the smart key
system antennas. ( P.128)
The radio waves may affect the
operation of such devices. If
necessary, the entry function
can be disabled. Ask your Toy-
ota dealer for details, such as
the frequency of radio waves
and timing of the emitted radio
waves. Then, consult your doc-
tor to see if you should disable
the entry function.
●Users of any electrical medical
device other than implantable
cardiac pacemakers, cardiac
resynchronization therapy-
pacemakers or implantable car-
dioverter defibrillators should
consult the manufacturer of the
device for information about its
operation under the influence of
radio waves.
Radio waves could have unex-
pected effects on the operation
of such medical devices.
Ask your Toyota dealer for details
on disabling the entry function.
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Driving
4-1.Before driving
■Starting the hybrid system
P. 1 9 5
■Driving
1 With the brake pedal
depressed, shift the shift
lever to D.
2 If the parking brake is set,
release the parking brake.
( P.205)
If the parking brake is in automatic
mode, the parking brake is release
automatically when shifting the shift
lever to any position other than P.
( P.206)
3 Gradually release the brake
pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal to acceler-
ate the vehicle.
■Stopping
1 With the shift lever in D,
depress the brake pedal.
2 If necessary, set the parking
brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an
extended period of time, shift the
shift lever to P. ( P.200)
■Parking the vehicle
1 With the shift lever in D,
depress the brake pedal to
stop the vehicle completely. 2
Set the parking brake
( P.205), and shift the shift
lever to P. ( P.200)
Check the parking brake indicator
is illuminated.
3 Turn the power switch to OFF
to stop the hybrid system.
4 Lock the door, making sure
that you have the electronic
key on your person.
If parking on a hill, block the wheels
as needed.
■Starting off on a steep
uphill
1 With the brake pedal
depressed, shift the shift
lever to D.
The hill-start assist control will be
activated.
2Pull the parking brake switch
and parking brake is set man-
ually. ( P.205)
3 Release the brake pedal and
gently depress the accelera-
tor pedal to accelerate the
vehicle.
4 Press the parking brake
switch and parking brake is
released manually. ( P.205)
Parking brake automatic release
function. (P.207)
■For fuel-efficient driving
Keep in mind that Hybrid Electric
Vehicle are similar to conventional
vehicles, and it is necessary to
refrain from activities such as sud-
den acceleration. ( P.390)
■Driving in the rain
●Drive carefully whe n it is raining,
Driving the vehicle
The following procedures
should be observed to
ensure safe driving:
Driving procedure