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TABLE OF CONTENTS
5-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning sys-
tem .................................... 342
Heated steering wheel/seat
heaters.............................. 348
5-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list .................. 350
5-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ....... 352
Luggage compartment features
.......................................... 355
5-4. Other interior features
Other interior features ......... 359
6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle exterior ................. 368
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle interior .................. 371
6-2. Maintenance
Maintenance requirements . 376
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precau-
tions .................................. 378
Hood ................................... 380
Positioning a floor jack ........ 381
Engine compartment........... 383
12-volt battery ..................... 388
Tires .................................... 390
Tire inflation pressure ......... 400
Wheels ................................ 402
Air conditioning filter ........... 404
Cleaning the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) air intake vent and
filter ................................... 406
Wireless remote control/elec-
tronic key battery .............. 409
Checking and replacing fuses
.......................................... 413
Light bulbs .......................... 417
7-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ............ 426
If your vehicle has to be stopped
in an emergency ............... 426
If the vehicle is submerged or
water on the road is rising 427
5Interior features
6Maintenance and care
7When trouble arises
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Pictorial index
Precautions for car wash (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
............................................................... ..........................................P.369
Fuel filler door ............................................... .................................P.224
Refueling method ............................................... ..............................P.225
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity ................................... ..........................P.486
Tires .......................................................... ......................................P.390
Tire size/inflation pressure ................................... ............................P.490
Winter tires/tire chains ....................................... ..............................P.337
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system ................. .............P.390
Coping with flat tires......................................... ........................P.448, 459
Hood ........................................................... .....................................P.380
Opening ........................................................ ...................................P.380
Engine oil ..................................................... ....................................P.486
Coping with overheating ........................................ ..........................P.477
Headlights/front position lights ............................... .............P.200, 206
Turn signal lights/daytime running lights ...................... ......P.200, 206
Front fog lights*2............................................................... .............P.218
Tail lights/turn signal lights ................................. .................P.200, 206
Stop lights
Tail lights*2 /turn signal lights*2............................................P.200, 206
Rear fog light*2............................................................... ................P.218
Back-up light*2
Shifting the shift position to R ............................... ...........................P.197
Side turn signal lights ........................................ ...........................P.200
License plate lights........................................... .............................P.206
*1: Vehicles with a smart entry & start system
Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P.417, Watts: P.492)
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4-1. Before driving
WARNING
■When shifting the shift lever
●Do not let the vehicle roll backward
while a forward driving position is selected, or roll forward while the shift lever is in R.
Doing so may result in an accident or damage to the vehicle.
●Do not shift the shift lever to P while the vehicle is moving.Doing so can damage the transmis-
sion and may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Do no t sh i ft t h e sh if t l e ve r t o R whi l e the vehicle is moving forward.Doing so can damage the transmis-
sion and may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Do not shift the shift lever to a driv-ing position while the vehicle is moving backward.
Doing so can damage the transmis- sion and may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Moving the shift lever to N while the vehicle is moving will disengage the
hybrid system. Engine braking is not available with the hybrid system disengaged.
●Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal
depressed. Shifting the shift lever to any positions other than P or N may lead to unexpected rapid accelera-
tion of the vehicle that may cause an accident and result in death or serious injury.
■If you hear a squealing or scrap-ing noise (brake pad wear indica-
tors)
Have the brake pads checked and replaced by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer as soon as possible.
Rotor damage may result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads and/or those of the brake discs
are exceeded.
■When the vehicle is stopped
●Do not depress the accelerator pedal unnecessarily.If the shift lever is any position other
than P or N, the vehicle may accel- erate suddenly and unexpectedly, causing an accident.
●In order to prevent accidents due to the vehicle rolling away, always
keep depressing the brake pedal while stopped with the “READY” indicator is illuminated, and apply
the parking brake as necessary.
●If the vehicle is stopped on an
incline, in order to prevent acci- dents caused by the vehicle rolling forward or backward, always
depress the brake pedal and securely apply the parking brake as needed.
●Avoid revving or racing the engine.Running the engine at high speed
while the vehicle is stopped may cause the exhaust system to over-heat, which could result in a fire if
combustible material is nearby.
■When the vehicle is parked
●Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink cans in the vehicle when it is in the
sun. Doing so may result in the follow-ing:
• Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter or spray can, and may lead
to a fire.
• The temperature inside the vehicle
may cause the plastic lenses and plastic material of glasses to deform or crack.
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4-5. Using the driving support systems
Press the “DAC” switch while the
system is in operation.
The downhill assist control system indi-
cator will flash as the system gradually
ceases operation, and will turn off when
the system is fully off.
Press the “DAC” switch while the down-
hill assist control system indicator is
flashing to start the system again.
■Operating tips
The system will operate when the shift lever is in a position other than P.
■If the downhill assist control sys-tem indicator flashes
●In the following situations, the indica-tor flashes and the system will not
operate: • The shift lever is in P.• The accelerator or brake pedal is
depressed. • The vehicle speed exceeds approxi-mately 30 km/h (18 mph).
• The brake system overheats.
●In the following situation, the indicator flashes to alert the driver, but the sys-tem will operate:
• The shift lever is in N. • The “DAC” switch is turned off while the system is operating.
The system will gradually ceases opera- tion. The indicator will flash during oper-ation, and then go off when the system
is fully off.
■When the downhill assist control
system is operated continuously
This may cause the brake actuator to overheat. In this case, the downhill
assist control system will stop operating, a buzzer will sound and the downhill assist control system indicator will start
flashing, and “Traction Control Turned OFF” will be shown on the multi-infor-mation display. Refrain from using the
system until the downhill assist control system indicator stays on and “Traction Control Turned OFF” the message goes
off. (The vehicle can be driven normally during this time.)
■Sounds and vibrations caused by the downhill assist control system
●A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the hybrid
system is started or just after the vehi- cle begins to move. This sound does not indicate that a malfunction has
occurred in downhill assist control system.
●Either of the following conditions may occur when the downhill assist control system is operating. None of these
are indicators that a malfunction has occurred.• Vibrations may be felt through the
vehicle body and steering. • A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
■System malfunction
In the following cases, have your vehicle checked by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or
any reliable repairer.
●The downhill assist control system
indicator does not come on when the power switch is turned to ON.
●The downhill assist control system indicator does not come on when the “DAC” switch is pressed.
●The slip indicator light comes on.
Turning off the system
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4-6. Driving tips
Driving
4-6.Driving tips
When using Eco drive mode, the
torque corresponding to the accel-
erator pedal depression amount
can be generated more smoothly
than it is in normal conditions. In
addition, the operation of the air
conditioning system (heating/cool-
ing) will be minimized, improving
the fuel economy. ( P. 3 2 2 )
The Eco-friendly driving is possible
by keeping the indicate of Hybrid
System Indicator within Eco area.
( P.96, 102)
Shift the shift lever to D when
stopped at a traffic light, or driving
in heavy traffic etc. Shift the shift
lever to P when parking. When
using the N, there is no positive
effect on fuel consumption. In the
N, the gasoline engine operates but
electricity cannot be generated.
Also, when using the air condition-
ing system, etc., the hybrid battery
(traction battery) power is con-
sumed.
Drive your vehicle smoothly.
Avoid abrupt acceleration and
deceleration. Gradual accelera-
tion and deceleration will make
more effective use of the electric
motor (traction motor) without
having to use gasoline engine
power.
Avoid repeated acceleration.
Repeated acceleration con-
sumes hybrid battery (traction
battery) power, resulting in poor
fuel consumption. Battery power
can be restored by driving with
the accelerator pedal slightly
released.
Make sure to operate the brakes
gently and in a timely manner. A
greater amount of electrical energy
can be regenerated when slowing
down.
Repeated acceleration and decel-
eration, as well as long waits at traf-
fic lights, will lead to bad fuel
economy. Check traffic reports
before leaving and avoid delays as
much as possible. When driving in
Hybrid electric vehicle
driving tips
For economical and ecological
driving, pay attention to the fol-
lowing points:
Using Eco drive mode
Use of Hybrid System Indi-
cator
Shift lever operation
Accelerator pedal/brake
pedal operation
When braking
Delays
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4-6. Driving tips
a traffic jam, gently release the
brake pedal to allow the vehicle to
move forward slightly while avoid-
ing overuse of the accelerator
pedal. Doing so can help control
excessive gasoline consumption.
Control and maintain the vehicle at
a constant speed. Before stopping
at a toll booth or similar, allow
plenty of time to release the accel-
erator and gently apply the brakes.
A greater amount of electrical
energy can be regenerated when
slowing down.
Use the air conditioning only when
necessary. Doing so can help
reduce excessive gasoline con-
sumption.
In summer: When the ambient tem-
perature is high, use the recircu-
lated air mode. Doing so will help to
reduce the burden on the air condi-
tioning system and reduce fuel con-
sumption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline
engine will not automatically cut out
until it and the interior of the vehicle
are warm, it will consume fuel. Also,
fuel consumption can be improved
by avoiding overuse of the heater.
Make sure to check the tire inflation
pressure frequently. Improper tire
inflation pressure can cause poor
fuel economy.
Also, as snow tires can cause large
amounts of friction, their use on dry
roads can lead to poor fuel econ-
omy. Use tires that are appropriate
for the season.
Carrying heavy luggage will lead to
poor fuel economy. Avoid carrying
unnecessary luggage. Installing a
large roof rack will also cause poor
fuel economy.
Since the gasoline engine starts up
and cuts out automatically when
cold, warming up the engine is
unnecessary. Moreover, frequently
driving short distances will cause
the engine to repeatedly warm up,
which can lead to excess fuel con-
sumption.
Highway driving
Air conditioning
Checking tire inflation pres-
sure
Luggage
Warming up before driving
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Maintenance and care
Maintenance and care
6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle exterior ............... 368
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle interior ................ 371
6-2. Maintenance
Maintenance requirements 376
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precau-
tions ................................ 378
Hood ................................. 380
Positioning a floor jack...... 381
Engine compartment ........ 383
12-volt battery ................... 388
Tires .................................. 390
Tire inflation pressure ....... 400
Wheels.............................. 402
Air conditioning filter ......... 404
Cleaning the hybrid battery
(traction battery) air intake
vent and filter .................. 406
Wireless remote control/elec-
tronic key battery ............ 409
Checking and replacing fuses
....................................... 413
Light bulbs ........................ 417
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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Maintenance and care
1Turn the power switch off.
2 Open the fuse box cover.
Engine compartment: type A
fuse box
Push the tabs in and lift the lid off.
Engine compartment: type B
fuse box
Push the tabs in and lift the lid off.
Under the driver’s side instru-
ment panel (left-hand drive vehi-
cles)
Remove the lid.
Make sure to push the claw when
removing/installing the lid.
Under the passenger’s side
instrument panel (right-hand
drive vehicles)
• Vehicles without a footwell lights
Remove the cover and then remove the
lid.
Make sure to push the claw when
removing/installing the lid.
Checking and replacing
fuses
If any of the electrical compo-
nents do not operate, a fuse
may have blown. If this hap-
pens, check and replace the
fuses as necessary.
Checking and replacing
fuses