Toyota Camry Hybrid 2008 Owners Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Before driving
2
When driving
Interior fea-
3
tures
Maintenance
4
and care
When trouble
5
arises
Vehicle
6
specifications
Information on the hybrid system and adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steering column.
Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.
Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior features for a comfortable driving experience.
Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-ityourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
Detailed vehicle information.
For U.S.
7
owners
Index
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners
Alphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Index
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Before driving
1-1. Hybrid system .................... 22
Hybrid system ...................... 22
1-2. Key information.................. 34
Keys..................................... 34
1-3. Opening, closing and
locking the doors............. 36
Smart key system................. 36
Wireless remote control ....... 47
Doors.................................... 50
Trunk.................................... 54
1-7. Theft deterrent system....... 84
Immobilizer system............... 84
Theft prevention labels
(for U.S.A.) ......................... 86
1-8. Safety information.............. 87
Correct driving posture......... 87
SRS airbags ......................... 89
Front passenger occupant
classification system......... 101
Child restraint systems ....... 106
Installing child restraints ..... 110
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When driving
1-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)................. 56
Front seats........................... 56
Rear seats............................ 58
Head restraints..................... 59
Seat belts............................. 61
Steering wheel ..................... 69
Anti-glare inside rear view
mirror.................................. 70
Outside rear view mirrors..... 72
1-5. Opening and closing the
windows............................ 74
Power windows .................... 74
Moon roof............................. 76
1-6. Refueling............................. 79
Opening the fuel tank cap.... 79
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2-1. Driving procedures........... 120
Driving the vehicle.............. 120
Power (ignition) switch........ 131
Transmission...................... 135
Turn signal lever................. 137
Parking brake ..................... 138
2-2. Instrument cluster............ 139
Gauges and meters............ 139
Indicators and warning
lights................................. 142
Multi-information display..... 145
2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers.............................. 149
Headlight switch ................. 149
Windshield wipers and
washer.............................. 153
2-4. Using other driving
systems ........................... 155
Cruise control...................... 155
Driving assist systems ........ 158
2-5. Driving information........... 162
Cargo and luggage ............. 162
Vehicle load limits............... 165
Winter driving tips ............... 166
Trailer towing ...................... 170
Dinghy towing ..................... 171
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Interior features
3-3. Using the hands-free
phone system (for cellular
phone)............................. 213
Hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) features
(CD player with changer
only) ................................. 213
Using the hands-free phone
system
(for cellular phone)........... 216
Making a phone call ........... 224
Setting a cellular phone...... 228
Security and system
setup ................................ 233
Using the phone book ........ 237
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3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger...... 174
Automatic air conditioning
system .............................. 174
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror
defoggers.......................... 182
3-2. Using the audio system.... 183
Audio system types............. 183
Using the radio.................... 186
Using the CD player............ 192
Playing MP3 and
WMA discs........................ 199
Optimal use of the audio
system .............................. 207
Using the AUX adapter....... 210
Using the steering wheel
audio switches.................. 211
3-4. Using the interior lights... 244
Interior lights list ................. 244
• Interior light ...................... 245
• Personal lights.................. 246
3-5. Using the storage
features........................... 247
List of storage features....... 247
• Glove box......................... 248
• Console box ..................... 248
• Cup holders...................... 250
• Auxiliary boxes................. 251
3-6. Other interior features ..... 253
Sun visors........................... 253
Vanity mirrors..................... 254
Clock .................................. 255
Ashtrays ............................. 256
Power outlet ....................... 257
Seat heaters....................... 259
Armrest............................... 261
Floor mat............................ 262
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Index
Trunk features.................... 263
Garage door opener........... 264
Compass............................ 269
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Maintenance and care
4-1. Maintenance and care...... 274
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior........... 274
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior............ 276
4-2. Maintenance ..................... 279
Maintenance
requirements.................... 279
General maintenance......... 281
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs.......................... 284
4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance................... 285
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ...................... 285
Hood................................... 288
Positioning the jack ............ 289
Engine compartment.......... 291
12-volt battery .................... 300
Tires................................... 304
Tire inflation pressure......... 313
Wheels............................... 317
Air conditioning filter........... 319
Key battery......................... 322
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................ 325
Light bulbs.......................... 336
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When trouble arises
5-1. Essential information....... 342
If your vehicle needs to be
towed................................ 342
If you think something is
wrong................................ 345
Event data recorder............ 346
5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency ...................... 348
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 348
If a warning message is
displayed .......................... 357
If you have a flat tire........... 368
If the hybrid system will
not start ............................ 377
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ................... 379
If you lose your keys........... 380
If the electronic key does
not operate properly......... 381
If the vehicle’s 12-volt
battery is discharged ........ 384
If your vehicle overheats..... 388
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................. 392
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Vehicle specifications
6-1. Specifications.................... 396
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)............ 396
Fuel information.................. 406
Tire information................... 409
6-2. Customization................... 421
Customizable features........ 421
6-3. Initialization....................... 424
Items to initialize ................. 424
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For U.S. owners
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners................. 426
Index
Abbreviation list ........................ 428
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2
3
4
5
6
Alphabetical index..................... 429
What to do if... ........................... 438
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5
P. 149
Pictorial index
P. 137, 149
P. 288
P. 153
P. 72
P. 149
P. 76
P. 149
Exterior
Headlights (low beam)
Headlights (high beam)
Hood
Turn signal/parking lights
Moon roof
Outside rear view
mirrors
Windshield wipers
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Side marker light
P. 304
P. 368
P. 404
P. 409
P. 54
P. 50
P. 79
P. 137
Rear window defogger
P. 182
P. 149
P. 149
Fuel filler door
Doors
Rear turn signal lights
Trunk
Tires
●Rotation
●Replacement
●Inflation pressure
●Information
Tail lights
Tail and rear side marker lights
: If equipped
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P. 248
P. 56
P. 135
P. 89
P. 74
P. 61
P. 89
P. 89
P. 248
Pictorial index
P. 262
P. 59
P. 261
P. 250
Interior
Head restraints
Seat belts
Power window
switches
SRS driver airbag
Floor mat
SRS front passenger
airbag
A
Cup holders
Console box
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Armrest
Glove box
Front seats
Shift lever
SRS side airbags
A
P. 245
P. 254
P. 76
P. 253
P. 89
P. 269
P. 264
P. 251
P. 246
P. 246
P. 70
Vehicles with moon roof
SRS curtain shield airbags
Rear personal lights
Garage door opener switches
Vanity mirrors
Sun visors
Auxiliary box
Moon roof switches
Front personal lights
Interior light
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror
Compass
: If equipped
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P. 245
P. 254
P. 253
P. 89
P. 269
P. 264
P. 251
P. 246
P. 70
Pictorial index
A
Vehicles without moon roof
Front personal lights
SRS curtain shield airbags
Interior light
Interior
Vanity mirrors
Sun visors
Auxiliary box
Garage door opener switches
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror
Compass
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B
P. 74
P. 74
P. 50
P. 50
Power window switches
Door lock switch
Window lock switch
Inside door lock button
: If equipped
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P. 139
P. 145
P. 69
P. 288
Pictorial index
P. 79
P. 149
P. 137
P. 183
P. 153
P. 255
P. 84
P. 72
P. 305
P. 251
P. 250
P. 138
P. 54
P. 174
Instrument panel
Gauges and meters
Multi-information display
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Outside rear view
mirror switches
Audio system
Navigation system *
Emergency flashers
Clock
Security indicator
Tire pressure warning
reset switch
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Fuel filler door opener
Trunk opener
Hood lock release
lever
“ECO HEAT/COOL”
switch
12
Cup holder
Windshield wiper and
washer switch
Tilt and telescopic steering
control lever
Parking brake pedal
Auxiliary box
P. 182
P. 182
A
P. 174
Air conditioning system
Rear window defogger switch
Outside rear view mirror defogger switch
: If equipped
1
*
: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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P. 155
Pictorial index
P. 217
P. 179
P. 146
P. 217
P. 211
P. 131
B
Instrument panel
Audio remote control
switches
Telephone switches *
“DISP” switch
2
Talk switch *
Cruise control switch
Air conditioning remote
control switches
2
“POWER” switch
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C
P. 210
P. 259
P. 257
P. 252
AUX adapter
Power outlet
Cable pass-through
Seat heater switches
: If equipped
2
*
: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to “Naviga tion System Owner’s Manual”.
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For your information
Main Owners Manual
Please note that this manual covers all models and all equipment, including
options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not
installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing.
However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we
reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ
from your vehicle in terms of equipment.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota
vehicles are currently available on the market. You should know that these
parts are not covered by Toyota warranty and that Toyota is not responsible
for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may
cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products.
Modification with non-genuine Toyota products could affect its performance,
safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In
addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification
may not be covered under warranty.
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle may
affect electronic systems such as the multi-port fuel injection system/sequential multi-port fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake
system, SRS airbag system or seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to
check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.
Despite their electromagnetic shielding high voltage parts and cables on
hybrid vehicles emit approximately the same amount of electromagnetic
waves as conventional gasoline powered vehicles or home electronic appliances.
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Scrapping your Toyota
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain
explosive chemicals. 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 systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner
removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota
dealer before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may include airbags, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.
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CAUTION
■ 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 operate your vehicle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and
reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that will hurt or kill you,
your occupants or others.
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. Anything that distracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or
reading can result in a collision causing death or serious injury to you, your
occupants or others.
■ General precaution regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to
have or use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral.
There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with
the cigarette lighter, the windows, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be
fatal to children.
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CAUTION
■ Disposal of the hybrid battery (traction battery)
If your vehicle is disposed of without the hybrid battery having been
removed, there is a danger of serious electric shock if high voltage parts,
cables and their connectors are touched. In the event that your vehicle must
be disposed of, the hybrid battery must be disposed of by your Toyota dealer
or a qualified service shop. If the hybrid battery is not disposed of properly, it
may cause electric shock that can result in death or serious injury.
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Symbols used throughout this manual
CAUTION
NOTICE
Cautions & Notices
This is a warning against anything which may cause death or injury to people if
the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do
in order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others.
This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or
its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must
or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Toyota
and its equipment.
Safety symbol
Throughout this manual, you will also see the symbol of a circle with
a slash through it. This means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not
let this happen”.
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Before driving
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1-1. Hybrid system.................. 22
Hybrid system.................... 22
1-2. Key information................ 34
Keys................................... 34
1-3. Opening, closing and
locking the doors........... 36
Smart key system .............. 36
Wireless remote control..... 47
Doors ................................. 50
Trunk.................................. 54
1-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)............... 56
Front seats......................... 56
Rear seats.......................... 58
Head restraints................... 59
Seat belts........................... 61
Steering wheel................... 69
Anti-glare inside rear view
mirror ............................... 70
Outside rear view mirrors... 72
1-5. Opening and closing the
windows.......................... 74
Power windows.................. 74
Moon roof........................... 76
1-6. Refueling........................... 79
Opening the fuel tank
cap................................... 79
1-7. Theft deterrent system .... 84
Immobilizer system............ 84
Theft prevention labels
(for U.S.A.)....................... 86
1-8. Safety information ........... 87
Correct driving posture....... 87
SRS airbags....................... 89
Front passenger occupant
classification system...... 101
Child restraint systems..... 106
Installing child
restraints........................ 110
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1-1. Hybrid system
Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has characteristics different from
conventional vehicles. Be sure you are closely familiar with the characteristics of your vehicle, and operate with care.
The hybrid system combines a gasoline engine and an electric
motor (traction motor) according to driving conditions, improving
fuel efficiency and reducing exhaust emissions.
Gasoline engine
Electric motor (traction motor)
■ When stopped/during take-off
The gasoline engine stops when the vehicle is stopped. During
take-off, the electric motor (traction motor) drives the vehicle. At
slow speeds or when traveling down a gentle slope, the engine
is stopped and the motor is used.
Hybrid system
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■ Regenerative braking
■ During normal driving
The gasoline engine is predominantly used. The electric motor
(traction motor) charges th e hy brid battery as necessary.
■ When accelerating sharply
The power of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is added via
the electric motor (traction motor) to that of the gasoline engine.
■ When braking (regenerative braking)
The electric motor (traction motor) charges the hybrid battery
(traction battery).
The electric motor converts kinetic energy to electric energy when:
● The accelerator pedal is released.
● The brake pedal is depressed with the shift lever in D or R.
■ Conditions in which the gasoline engine may not stop
The gasoline engine starts and stops automatically. However, it may not stop
automatically in the following conditions:
● During gasoline engine warm-up
● During hybrid battery (traction battery) charging
● During low or high hybrid battery (traction battery) temperature
■ Charging the battery
● As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery (traction battery), the
battery does not need to be charged from an outside source. However, if
the vehicle is left parked for a long time the hybrid battery will slowly discharge. For this reason, be sure to drive the vehicle at least once every
several months for at least 30 minutes or 10 miles (16 km). If the hybrid
battery becomes fully discharged, you are unable to jump-start the vehicle with the 12-volt battery, contact your Toyota dealer.
● If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be
charged. When driving in heavy traffic, operate the vehicle with the shift
lever in D to avoid discharging the battery.
1-1. Hybrid system
1
Before driving
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1-1. Hybrid system
● To help prevent the 12-volt battery from becoming discharged, drive the
vehicle at least once a month, and operate the accessories only when
the “READY” indicator is on. When parking the vehicle, make sure the
doors and trunk are closed and all lights are turned off.
■ After the 12-volt battery has discharged or has been changed or
removed
The gasoline engine may not stop even if the vehicle is running on the hybrid
battery (traction battery). If this continues for a few days, contact your T oyot a
dealer.
■ Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
There may be no engine sounds or vibration even though the vehicle is able
to move. Always put the shift lever in P when parked.
The following sounds or vibrations may occur when the hybrid system is
operating, and are not a malfunction:
● Motor sounds may be heard from the engine compartment.
● Sounds may be heard from the hybrid battery (traction battery) behind
the rear seat when the hybrid system starts or stops.
● Sounds may be heard from the transaxle when the hybrid system starts
or stops, or while the vehicle is idling.
● Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply.
● Sounds may be heard due to the regenerative braking when you press
the brake pedal.
● Vibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops.
● Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vents behind the
rear seat.
■ Maintenance, repair, recycling, and disposal
Contact your Toyota dealer regarding maintenance, repair, recycling and disposal. Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself.
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High voltage components
1-1. Hybrid system
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Before driving
Air conditioning compressor
Power control unit
High voltage cables
Electric motor (traction
motor) and transaxle
Caution label
Hybrid battery (traction battery) and DC/DC converter
Take care when handling the hybrid system, as it contains a high voltage system (about 650V at maximum) as well as parts that become
extremely hot when the hybrid system is operating. Obey the caution
labels attached to the vehicle.
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1-1. Hybrid system
■ Hybrid battery air vent
There is an air intake vent on the
package tray for the purpose of
cooling the hybrid battery (traction battery). If the vent becomes
blocked, the hybrid battery may
overheat, leading to a reduction in
hybrid battery output.
Emergency shut off system
The emergency shut off system blocks off the high voltage current
and stops the fuel pump to minimize the risk of electrocution and fuel
leakage when a certain level of impact is detected by the impact sensor. If the emergency shut off system activates, your vehicle will not
restart. To restart the hybrid system, contact your Toyota dealer.
Energy monitor/consumption screen
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You can view the status of your
hybrid system on the multi-information display (P. 145) and the
navigation system screen*
(P. 27, 29).
The following images are examples only, and may vary slightly
from actual conditions.
*: Vehicles with Navigation System
1-1. Hybrid system
STEP
1
STEP
2
■ Energy monitor
● How to display on the navigation system screen (if equipped):
Press “INFO”.
Touch “Trip information” on the
“Information” screen.
If the “Consumption” screen is
displayed, touch .
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Before driving
● How to display on the multi-information display:
Press the
“DISP” switch on the steering wheel several times to
select the energy monitor display.
Navigation system screen
When the vehicle is powered
by the electric
motor (traction
motor)
Multi-information
display
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1-1. Hybrid system
When the vehicle is powered
by both the gasoline engine and
the electric
motor (traction
motor)
When the vehicle is powered
by the gasoline
engine
When the vehicle is charging
the hybrid battery (traction
battery)
Navigation system screen
Multi-information
display
When there is
no energy flow
Hybrid battery
(traction battery) status
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Low Full Low Full
■ Consumption (navigation system only)
STEP
1
STEP
2
Press “INFO”.
Touch “Trip information” on the
“Information” screen.
If the “Energy Monitor” screen is
displayed, touch .
1-1. Hybrid system
1
Before driving
Fuel consumption in the past
30 minutes
Regenerated energy in the
past 30 minutes
One symbol indicates 50 Wh.
Up to 4 symbols are shown.
Best fuel economy among
average
Cruising range
Average fuel consumption
■ Resetting the consumption data
Touching will reset the average fuel consumption. Touching
will reset all the data (except the cruising range) on the “Con-
sumption” screen.
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1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid warning message
A message is automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in
the hybrid system or an improper operation is attempted.
If a warning message is shown
on the multi-information display,
read the message and follow the
instructions. (P. 357)
■ If a warning light comes on or a warning message is displayed, or the
12-volt battery has been disconnected
The hybrid system may not start. In that case, try to start the system again. If
the “READY” indicator does not come on, contact your Toyota dealer.
■ When refueling, the fuel filler door may take a few moments to open
As part of emission system operation, it may take up to 10 seconds for the
fuel filler door to automatically release after the opener switch is pressed.
Before refueling is possible, a message will be shown on the multi-information display. (P. 79)
■ Running out of fuel
When the vehicle has run out of fuel and the hybrid system cannot be
started, refuel the vehicle with at least enough gasoline to make the low fuel
level warning light (P. 351) go off. If there is only a small amount of fuel,
the hybrid system may not be able to start. (The minimum amount of fuel to
add to make the low fuel level warning light go out is about 2.5 gal. [9.8 L,
2.1 Imp.gal.], when the vehicle is on a level surface. This value may vary
when the vehicle is on a slope.)
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