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direction, and hold it there for
approximately 4 seconds or more.
6 Pull and hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing direction again. After the side win-
dow is completely closed, continue holding the switch for a further 1 sec-ond or more.
If you release the switch while the win- dow is moving, start again from the beginning.
If the window reverses and cannot be fully closed or opened, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■Door lock linked window operation
●The power windows can be opened
and closed using the key (vehicles without a smart entry & start system)
or mechanical key (vehicles with a
sm ar t e n tr y & st a r t sy st em ) .* ( P.136, 470)
●The power windows can be opened
and closed using the wireless remote
control.* ( P.135)*: These settings must be customized at
any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reli-
able repairer.
■Customization
Some functions can be customized.
( P.494)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
■Closing the windows
●The driver is responsible for all the power window operations, including
the operation for the passengers. In order to prevent accidental opera-tion, especially by a child, do not let
a child operate the power windows. It is possible for children and other passengers to have body parts
caught in the power window. Also, when riding with a child, it is recom-mended to use the window lock
switch. ( P.171)
●Check to make sure that all passen-
gers do not have any part of their body in a position where it could be caught when a window is being
operated.
●When using the wireless remote
control, key or mechanical key and operating the power windows, oper-ate the power window after check-
ing to make sure that there is no possibility of any passenger having any of their body parts caught in the
window. Also do not let a child oper- ate window by the wireless remote control, key or mechanical key. It is
possible for children and other pas- sengers to get caught in the power window.
●When exiting the vehicle, turn the power switch off, carry the key and
exit the vehicle along with the child. There may be accidental opera-tion, due to mischief, etc., that may
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4-1. Before driving
Driving
4-1.Before driv in g
■Starting the hybrid system
P.189, 191
■Driving
1 With the brake pedal depressed,
shift the shift lever to D.
( P.197)
2 If the parking brake is in manual
mode, release the parking
brake. ( P.200)
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.201)
3Gradually release the brake
pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal to accelerate
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.197)
■Parking the vehicle
1 With the shift lever in D, depress
the brake pedal to stop the vehi-
cle completely.
2 Set the parking brake (P.200),
and shift the shift lever to P.
( P.197)
Check the parking brake indicator is illuminated.
3 Turn the power switch to OFF to
stop the hybrid system.
4 Slowly release the brake pedal.
5 Lock the door, making sure that
you have the key on your per-
son.
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.
2 Pull the parking brake switch
and parking brake is set manu-
ally. ( P.200)
3 Release the brake pedal and
gently depress the accelerator
pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
4 Press the parking brake switch
and parking brake is released
manually. ( P. 2 0 0 )
Parking brake automatic release func- tion. ( P.201)
■For fuel-efficient driving
Keep in mind that hybrid electric vehi- cles are similar to conventional vehicles, and it is necessary to refrain from activi-
ties such as sudden acceleration. ( P.335)
■Driving in the rain
●Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the windows may become fogged-up, and
the road will be slippery.
Driving the vehicle
The following procedures
should be observed to ensure
safe driving:
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Driving
4-2.Driving pro cedu res
1Pull the parking brake switch to
check that the parking brake is
set. ( P.200)
The parking brake indicator will come on.
2 Check that the shift lever is set
in P.
3 Firmly depress the brake pedal.
4 Turn the power switch to START
to start the hybrid system.
If the “READY” indicator turns on, the
hybrid system will operate normally.
Continue depressing the brake pedal until the “READY” indicator is illumi-
nated.
5 Check that the “READY” indica-
tor is illuminated.
The vehicle cannot be driven if the
“READY” indicator is off.
■If the hybrid system does not start
The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P.84) Contact any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■When the ambient temperature is
low, such as during winter driving conditions
●When starting the hybrid system, the flashing time of the “READY” indicator may be long. Leave the vehicle as it is
until the “READY” indicator is steady on, as steady means the vehicle is able to move.
●When the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) is extremely cold (below approxi- mately -30°C [-22°F]) under the influence of the outside temperature, it
may not be possible to start the hybrid system. In this case, try to start the hybrid system again after the tem-
perature of the hybrid battery increases due to the outside tempera-ture increase, etc.
■Sounds and vibrations specific to a
hybrid electric vehicle
P. 7 7
■When the steering lock cannot be released
When starting the hybrid system, the power switch may seem stuck in OFF. To free it, turn the key while turning the
steering wheel slightly left and right.
■If the “READY” indicator does not
come on
In the event that the “READY” indicator does not come on even after performing
the proper procedures for starting the vehicle, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or
any reliable repairer immediately.
■If the hybrid system is malfunction- ing
P. 4 4 5
Power (ignition) switch
(vehicles without a
smart entr y & start sys-
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1OFF (“LOCK” position)
The steering wheel is locked and the
key can be removed. (The key can be
removed only when the shift lever is in
P. )
2 ACC (“ACC” position)
Some electrical components such as
the audio system can be used.
3 ON (“ON” position)
All electrical components can be used.
4START (“START” position)
For starting the hybrid system.
■Turning the key from ACC to OFF
1 Shift the shift lever to P.
2 Push in the key and turn it to OFF.
■Key reminder function
A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened while the power switch is in OFF or ACC to remind you to remove the
key.
WARNING
■When starting the hybrid system
Always start the hybrid system while
sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the accelerator pedal while starting the hybrid system under any
circumstances.Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or seri-ous injury.
NOTICE
■When starting the hybrid system
If the hybrid system becomes difficult
to start, have your vehicle checked by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reli-
able repairer immediately.
Changing the power switch
positions
WARNING
■Caution when driving
Do not turn the power switch to OFF while driving. If, in an emergency, you must turn the hybrid system off while
the vehicle is moving, turn the power switch only to ACC to stop the hybrid system. An accident may result if the
hybrid system is stopped while driv- ing. ( P.426)
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery dis- charge
Do not leave the power switch in ACC
or ON for long periods of time without the hybrid system running.

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4-2. Driving procedures
Driving
1Pull the parking brake switch to
check that the parking brake is
set.
The parking brake indicator will come on.
2 Check that the shift lever is in P.
3 Firmly depress the brake pedal.
and a message will be displayed
on the multi-information display. If it is
not displayed, the hybrid system cannot
be started.
4 Press the power switch shortly
and firmly.
When operating the power switch, one
short, firm press is enough. It is not necessary to press and hold the switch.
If the “READY” indicator turns on, the
hybrid system will operate normally.
Continue depressing the brake pedal until the “READY” indicator is illumi-
nated.
The hybrid system can be started from
any power switch mode.
5 Check that the “READY” indica-
tor is illuminated.
The vehicle cannot be driven if the “READY” indicator is off.
■Power switch illumination
In the following situations, the power
switch is illuminated.
●When the driver’s or passenger’s door
is opened.
●When the power switch is in ACC or
ON.
●When the power switch mode is
changed from ACC or ON to off.
Also, in the following situation, the power switch flashes.
●When depressing the brake pedal while carrying the electronic key.
■If the hybrid system does not start
●The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 8 4 )
Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
●If a message related to start-up is shown on the multi-information dis-
play, read the message and follow the instructions.
■When the ambient temperature is
low, such as during winter driving conditions
●When starting the hybrid system, the flashing time of the “READY” indicator may be long. Leave the vehicle as it is
Power (ignition) switch
(vehicles with a smart
entr y & start system)
Performing the following oper-
ations when carrying the elec-
tronic key on your person
starts the hybrid system or
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until the “READY” indicator is steady
on, as steady means the vehicle is able to move.
●When the hybrid battery (traction bat-tery) is extremely cold (below approxi-mately -30°C [-22°F]) under the
influence of the outside temperature, it may not be possible to start the hybrid system. In this case, try to start the
hybrid system again after the tem- perature of the hybrid battery increases due to the outside tempera-
ture increase, etc.
■Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid electric vehicle
P. 7 7
■If the 12-volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started using the smart entry & start system. Refer to P.472 to restart the hybrid sys-
tem.
■Electronic key battery depletion
P. 1 3 1
■Conditions affecting operation
P. 1 5 4
■Notes for the entry function
P. 1 5 4
■Steering lock function (if equipped)
●After turning the power switch off and
opening and closing the doors, the steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating
the power switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.
●When the steering lock cannot be released, “Push POWER Switch while Turning the Steering Wheel in Either
Direction” will be displayed on the multi-information display. Press the power switch shortly and
firmly while turning the steering wheel left and right.
●To prevent the steering lock motor
from overheating, the motor may be suspended if the hybrid system is turned on and off repeatedly in a short
period of time. In this case, refrain from operating the power switch. After about 10 seconds, the steering lock
motor will resume functioning.
■If the “READY” indicator does not come on
In the event that the “READY” indicator
does not come on even after performing the proper procedures for starting the vehicle, contact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
■If the hybrid system is malfunction-ing
P. 4 4 5
■Electronic key battery
P. 4 0 9
■Operation of the power switch
●If the switch is not pressed shortly and firmly, the power switch mode may not change or the hybrid system may not
start.
●If attempting to restart the hybrid sys-
tem immediately after turning the power switch off, the hybrid system may not start in some cases. After
turning the power switch off, please wait a few seconds before restarting the hybrid system.
■Customization
If the smart entry & start system has been deactivated in a customized set-ting, refer to P.470.

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5-2. Using the interior lights
Interior features
Turns the lights on/off
■Illuminated entry system
The lights automatically turn on/off according to the power switch mode, the presence of the electronic key (vehicles
with entry function), whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors are opened/closed.
■To prevent the 12-volt battery from
being discharged
If the interior lights remain on when the power switch is turned off, the lights will
go off automatically after 20 minutes.
■The interior lights may turn on automatically when
If any of the SRS airbags deploy (inflate)
or in the event of a strong rear impact, the interior lights will turn on automati-cally.
The interior lights will turn off automati- cally after approximately 20 minutes.The interior lights can be turned off man-
ually. However, in order to help prevent further collisions, it is recommended that they be left on until safety can be
ensured. (The interior lights may not turn on auto-matically depending on the force of the
impact and conditions of the collision.)
■Customization
Some functions can be customized. ( P.494)
Operating the personal
lights
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery dis- charge
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type of cover and/or accessory
attached, it may not be possible to charge the portable device. If the porta-ble device is placed on the charging
area and does not charge, remove the cover and/or accessories.
■If interference is heard in AM radio broadcasts while charging
Turn off the wireless charger and check if the noise is reduced. If noise is reduced, press and hold the power sup-
ply switch of the wireless charger for 2 seconds. The frequency of the wireless charger is changed and noise may be
reduced. When the frequency is changed, the operation indicator light will blink (orange) 2 times.
■Charging precautions
●If the electronic key cannot be detected in the cabin, charging cannot
be performed. When a door is opened and closed, charging may be tempo-rarily suspended.
●While charging, the wireless charger and the portable device will become
warm. This is not a malfunction.If a portable device becomes warm while charging
and charging stops due to the protec- tion function of the portable device, wait until the portable device cools
down and charge it again.
■Sound generated during operation
When the power supply switch is turned on or while a portable device is being
identified, operation sounds may be heard. This is not a malfunction.
■Cleaning the wireless charger
P. 3 7 2
WARNING
■Caution while driving
When charging a portable device while driving, for safety reasons, the
driver should not operate the portable device.
■Caution regarding interference with electronic devices
People with implantable cardiac pace-
makers, cardiac resynchronization therapy pacemakers or implantable cardioverter defibrillators, as well as
any other electrical medical device, should consult their physician about the usage of the wireless charger.
Operations of the wireless charger may have an affect on medical devices.
■To prevent damage or burns
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in the pos- sibility of fire, equipment failure or damage, or burns due to heat.
●Do not put any metallic objects between the charging area and the
portable device while charging.
●Do not attach metallic objects, such
as aluminum stickers, to the charging area.
●Do not cover the wireless charger with a cloth or other object while charging.
●Do not attempt to charge portable devices which are not compatible
with the Qi wireless charging stan- dard.
●Do not disassemble, modify or remove the wireless charger.
●Do not apply force or impact to the wireless charger.
NOTICE
■Conditions in which the wireless
charger may not operate cor- rectly
In the following situations, the wire-
less charger may not operate cor- rectly:
●When a portable device is fully
charged