Toyota Prius 2020 Owner's Manual

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Pictorial index

For safety

and security

Search by illustration

Make sure to read through them

Instrument

cluster

Operation of

each component

Driving

Interior features

Maintenance

and care

When trouble

arises

Vehicle

specifications

For owners

How to read the gauges and meters, the variety of warning lights and indicators, etc.

Opening and closing the doors and windows, adjustment before driving, etc.

Operations and advice which are necessary for driving

Usage of the interior features, etc.

Caring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures

What to do in case of malfunction or emergency

Vehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt, SRS airbag and headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners

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Search by symptom

Search alphabetically

For your information....................... 8

Reading this manual.................... 14

How to search.............................. 15

Pictorial index .............................. 16

1-1. For safe use

1-2. Child safety

1-3. Emergency assistance

1-4. Hybrid system

1-5. Theft deterrent system

TABLE OF CONTENTS

For safety and security

Before driving...................... 26

For safe driving ................... 28

Seat belts ............................ 30

SRS airbags........................ 36

Front passenger occupant

classification system ......... 50

Exhaust gas precautions..... 55

Riding with children............. 56

Child restraint systems........ 57

Safety Connect.................... 77

Hybrid system features ....... 83

Hybrid system

precautions ....................... 87

Immobilizer system ............. 94

Instrument cluster

2. Instrument cluster

Combination meter .............. 98

Warning lights and

indicators .........................107

Main display.......................115

Multi-information

display ............................. 122

Head-up display.................155

Energy monitor/

consumption screen

(vehicles with 7-inch

display) ............................162

Energy monitor/

consumption screen

(vehicles with

11.6-inch display) ............169

Operation of each

component

3-1. Key information

Keys...................................176

3-2. Opening, closing and

locking the doors

Side doors .........................181

Back door ..........................187

Smart key system..............192

3-3. Adjusting the seats

Front seats.........................200

Rear seats ......................... 202

Head restraints .................. 205

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3-4. Adjusting the steering

wheel and mirrors

Steering wheel .................. 208

Inside rear view mirror....... 210

Outside rear view

mirrors............................. 212

3-5. Opening and closing the

windows and moon roof

Power windows ................. 214

Moon roof.......................... 219

Driving

4-1. Before driving

Driving the vehicle............. 224

Cargo and luggage............ 235

Vehicle load limits ............. 238

Trailer towing..................... 239

Dinghy towing.................... 240

4-2. Driving procedures

Power (ignition) switch ...... 241

EV drive mode................... 248

Hybrid transmission........... 251

Turn signal lever................ 257

Parking brake.................... 258

4-3. Operating the lights

and wipers

Headlight switch................ 259

Automatic High Beam ....... 264

Fog light switch ................. 269

Windshield wipers and

washer ............................ 271

Rear window wiper and

washer ............................ 277

4-4. Refueling

Opening the fuel tank

cap...................................279

4-5. Using the driving support

systems

Toyota Safety Sense P......284

PCS (Pre-Collision

System) ...........................292

LDA (Lane Departure

Alert with steering

control) ............................304

Dynamic radar cruise

control with full-speed

range ............................... 315

Cruise control ....................331

Driving mode select

switch ..............................336

BSM

(Blind Spot Monitor).........338

• The Blind Spot Monitor

function.......................... 342

• The Rear Cross Traffic

Alert function .................345

Intuitive parking assist ....... 350

Parking Support Brake

function............................361

S-APGS (Simple

Advanced Parking

Guidance System)...........374

Driving assist systems .......408

4-6. Driving tips

Hybrid vehicle driving

tips...................................415

Winter driving tips..............418

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5-1. Using the air conditioning

5-2. Using the interior lights

5-3. Using the storage

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Interior features

system and defogger

Automatic air conditioning

system (vehicles with

7-inch display)................. 424

Automatic air conditioning

system (vehicles with

11.6-inch display)............ 434

Heated steering wheel/

seat heaters .................... 444

Interior lights list ................ 446

• Front interior light.......... 447

• Front personal lights ..... 447

• Rear interior light .......... 448

features

List of storage features...... 449

• Glove box...................... 450

• Console box.................. 450

• Cup holders .................. 451

• Bottle holders/

door pockets ................. 452

• Auxiliary boxes.............. 453

• Seat back pockets ........ 454

Luggage compartment

features ........................... 455

5-4. Using the other interior

features

Other interior features........461

• Sun visors .....................461

• Vanity mirrors................461

• Power outlets ................462

• USB charging ports.......463

• Wireless charger ........... 465

• Armrest..........................474

• Coat hooks....................474

• Assist grips.................... 475

Garage door opener .......... 476

Maintenance and care

6-1. Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting

the vehicle exterior .......... 484

Cleaning and protecting

the vehicle interior ........... 490

6-2. Maintenance

Maintenance

requirements ...................493

General maintenance ........ 496

Emission inspection and

maintenance (I/M)

programs ......................... 499

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6-3. Do-it-yourself

maintenance

Do-it-yourself service

precautions ..................... 500

Hood.................................. 503

Positioning a floor jack ...... 505

Engine compartment......... 506

Tires .................................. 520

Tire inflation pressure........ 530

Wheels .............................. 533

Air conditioning filter.......... 536

Cleaning the hybrid battery

(traction battery) air intake

vent and filter .................. 539

Wiper insert

replacement .................... 544

Electronic key battery........ 548

Checking and replacing

fuses ............................... 551

Headlight aim .................... 554

Light bulbs......................... 556

When trouble arises

7-1. Essential information

Emergency flashers .......... 568

If your vehicle has to

be stopped in an

emergency ...................... 569

If the vehicle is trapped in

rising water...................... 570

7-2. Steps to take in an

emergency

If your vehicle needs to

be towed..........................572

If you think something is

wrong...............................579

If a warning light turns on

or a warning buzzer

sounds.............................580

If a warning message is

displayed ......................... 591

If you have a flat tire

(vehicles without

spare tire) ........................ 599

If you have a flat tire

(vehicles with

spare tire) ........................ 619

If the hybrid system will

not start ...........................633

If the electronic key does

not operate properly ........635

If the 12-volt battery is

discharged.......................638

If your vehicle overheats....644

If the vehicle becomes

stuck ................................649

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For vehicles with the navigation system, refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” for information regarding the equipment listed below.

• Navigation system

• Audio/visual system

• Hands-free system (for cellular phone)

• Rear view monitor system

For vehicles with the multimedia system, refer to the “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL” for information regarding the equipment listed below.

• Audio/visual system

• Hands-free system (for cellular phone)

• Rear view monitor system

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Vehicle specifications

8-1. Specifications

Maintenance data

(fuel, oil level, etc.) .......... 652

Fuel information ................ 663

Tire information ................. 666

8-2. Customization

Customizable features ...... 678

8-3. Initialization

Items to initialize................ 688

For owners

Reporting safety defects

for U.S. owners ........................ 690

Seat belt instructions

for Canadian owners

(in French)................................691

SRS airbag instructions

for Canadian owners

(in French)................................693

Headlight aim instructions

for Canadian owners

(in French)................................702

Index

What to do if...

(Troubleshooting).....................706

Alphabetical index......................710

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For your information

Main Owner’s Manual

Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains 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 color and equipment.

Noise from under vehicle after turning off the hybrid system

Approximately five hours after the hybrid system is turned off, you may hear sound coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel evaporation leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.

Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota

A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant these products and 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.

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Installation of a mobile two-way radio system

The installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as:

● Hybrid system

● Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system

● Toyota Safety Sense P

● Cruise control system

● Anti-lock brake system

● SRS airbag system

● Seat belt pretensioner system

Be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation of a mobile two-way radio system.

High voltage parts and cables on the hybrid vehicles emit approximately the same amount of electromagnetic waves as the conventional gasoline powered vehicles or home electronic appliances despite of their electromagnetic shielding.

Unwanted noise may occur in the reception of the mobile two-way radio.

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Vehicle data recording

The vehicle is equipped with sophisticated computers that will record certain data, such as:

• Engine speed/Electric motor speed (traction motor speed)

• Accelerator status

• Brake status

• Vehicle speed

• Operation status of the driving assist systems

• Images from the front camera (available only when certain safety systems are activated, which varies depending on the vehicle specifications).

• Hybrid battery (traction battery) status

The recorded data varies according to the vehicle grade level and options with which it is equipped.

These computers do not record conversations or sounds, and only record images outside of the vehicle in certain situations.

● Data Transmission

Your vehicle may transmit the data recorded in this computer to Toyota without notification to you.

● Data usage

Toyota may use the data recorded in this computer to diagnose malfunctions, conduct research and development, and improve quality.

Toyota will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except:

• With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the lessee if the vehicle is leased

• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a government agency

• For use by Toyota in a lawsuit

• For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner

● Recorded image information can be erased by your Toyota dealer.

The image recording function can be disabled. However, if the function is disabled, data from when the system operates will not be available.

● To learn more about the vehicle data collected, used and shared by Toy-

ota, please visit www.toyota.com/privacyvts/

Usage of data collected through Safety Connect (U.S.mainland only)

If your Toyota has Safety Connect and if you have subscribed to those services, please refer to the Safety Connect Telematics Subscription Service Agreement for information on data collected and its usage.

● To learn more about the vehicle data collected, used and shared by Toy-

ota, please visit www.toyota.com/privacyvts/

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Event data recorder

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.

The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:

• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened;

• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,

• How fast the vehicle was traveling.

These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.

NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation. To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.

● Disclosure of the EDR data

Toyota will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party except when:

• An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the lessee for a leased vehicle) is obtained

• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a government agency

• For use by Toyota in a lawsuit

However, if necessary, Toyota may:

• Use the data for research on vehicle safety performance

• Disclose the data to a third party for research purposes without disclosing information about the specific vehicle or vehicle owner

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WARNING

Scrapping of 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 airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.

■ 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 could result in death or serious injury.

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 with resulting 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 windows, the moon roof, 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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Reading this manual

WARNING: Explains something that, if not obeyed, could cause death or serious injury to people.

NOTICE: Explains something that, if not obeyed, could cause damage to or a malfunction in the vehicle or its equipment.

Indicates operating or working procedures. Follow the steps in numerical order.

Indicates the action (pushing, turning, etc.) used to operate switches and other devices.

Indicates the outcome of an operation (e.g. a lid opens).

Indicates the component or position being explained.

Means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.

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How to search

■ Searching by name

• Alphabetical index .......P. 710

■ Searching by installation

position

• Pictorial index................P. 16

■ Searching by symptom or

sound

• What to do if...

(Troubleshooting)........P. 706

■ Searching by title

• Table of contents.............P. 2

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Pictorial index

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Exterior

The shape of the headlights may differ depending on the grade, etc. (P. 556)

Side doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 181

Locking/unlocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 181

Opening/closing the side windows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 214

Locking/unlocking by using the mechanical key . . . . . . . . . . . P. 635

Warning lights/warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 582, 591

Back door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 187

Opening from outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 187

Warning lights/warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 582, 591

Outside rear view mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 212

Adjusting the mirror angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 212

Folding the mirrors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 212

Defogging the mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 428, 438

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Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 271

Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 418

Precautions against car wash (vehicles with rain-sensing

windshield wipers) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 486

Replacing the wiper insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 544

Fuel filler door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 279

Refueling method. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 279

Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 655

Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 520

Tire size/inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 660

Winter tires/tire chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 418

Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system . . . . . . . . . P. 520

Coping with flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 599, 619

Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 503

Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 503

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 656

Coping with overheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 644

Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving

(Replacing method: P. 556, Watts: P. 662)

Headlights/daytime running lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 259

Parking lights/front side marker lights/ LED accent lights

Fog lights

Turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 257

Tail lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 259

License plate lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 259

Back-up lights

Shifting the shift lever to R. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 251

Rear side maker lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 259

* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 269

*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 259

*: If equipped

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■Instrument panel

Power switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 241

Starting the hybrid system/changing the modes . . . . . . . . . . . P. 241

Emergency stop of the hybrid system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 569

When the hybrid system will not start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 633

Warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 591

Shift lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 251

Changing the shift position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 251

Precautions against towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 572

P position switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 252

Meters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 98

Reading the meters/adjusting the instrument

cluster light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 98, 100

Warning lights/indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 107

When the warning lights come on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 580

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Multi-information display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 122

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 122

Energy monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 125

When the warning messages are displayed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 591

Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 258

Applying/releasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 258

Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 418

Warning buzzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 258

Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 257

Headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 259

Headlights/parking lights/tail lights/

daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 259

Fog lights

Windshield wipers and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 271

Rear window wiper and washer switch

Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 271, 277

Adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 518

Emergency flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 568

Fuel filler door opener. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 281

Hood lock release lever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 503

Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever . . . . . . . . . . P. 208

Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 424, 434

Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 424, 435

Rear window defogger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 428, 438

Audio system

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 269

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 277

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: If equipped

: Refer to “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” or

“MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.

■Switches

Pictorial index

Instrument cluster light control switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 100

S-APGS (Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System) switch

VSC OFF switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 410

Automatic High Beam switch

“HUD” (Head-up display) switch

Driving mode select switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 336

EV drive mode switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 248

Seat heater switches

Window lock switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 214

Outside rear view mirror switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 212

Door lock switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 183

Power window switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 214

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 377

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 264

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 156

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 445

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TRIP switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 117

Audio remote control switches

Meter control switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 99

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch

LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) switch

Cruise control switch

Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range

Heated steering wheel switch

Talk switch

Telephone switches*

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 308

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 331

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 323

. . . . . . . P. 315

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 445

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: If equipped

: Refer to “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” or

“MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.

■Interior

Pictorial index

SRS airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 36

Floor mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 26

Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 200

Rear seats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 202

Head restraints. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 205

Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 30

Console box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 450

Inside lock buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 183

Cup holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 451

Assist grips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 475

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Inside rear view mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 210

Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 461

Vanity mirrors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 461

Interior lights Personal lights

Moon roof switches

“SOS” button

Garage door opener buttons

1, 2

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 447, 448

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 447

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 219

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 77

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 476

: The illustration shows the front, but they are also equipped in the rear.

: For vehicles without moon roof, the switch shape may differ.

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Before driving...................... 26

For safe driving ................... 28

Seat belts ............................ 30

SRS airbags........................ 36

Front passenger occupant

classification system ......... 50

Exhaust gas precautions..... 55

1-2. Child safety

Riding with children............. 56

Child restraint systems........ 57

1-3. Emergency assistance

Safety Connect ................... 77

1-4. Hybrid system

Hybrid system features ....... 83

Hybrid system

precautions ....................... 87

1-5. Theft deterrent system

Immobilizer system ............. 94

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Before driving

Floor mat

Use only floor mats designed specifically for vehicles of the same model and model year as your vehicle. Fix them securely in place onto the carpet.

Insert the retaining hooks (clips) into the floor mat eyelets.

Turn the upper knob of each retaining hook (clip) to secure the floor mats in place.

*: Always align the marks.

The shape of the retaining hooks (clips) may differ from that shown in the illustration.

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WARNING

● Check that the floor mat is securely

Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause the driver’s floor mat to slip, possibly interfering with the pedals while driving. An unexpectedly high speed may result or it may become difficult to stop the vehicle. This could lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

■ When installing the driver’s floor mat

● Do not use floor mats designed for other models or different model year

vehicles, even if they are Toyota Genuine floor mats.

● Only use floor mats designed for the driver’s seat.

● Always install the floor mat securely using the retaining hooks (clips) pro-

vided.

● Do not use two or more floor mats on top of each other.

● Do not place the floor mat bottom-side up or upside-down.

■ Before driving

fixed in the correct place with all the provided retaining hooks (clips). Be especially careful to perform this check after cleaning the floor.

● With the hybrid system stopped and the

shift position in P, fully depress each pedal to the floor to make sure it does not interfere with the floor mat.

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For safe driving

For safe driving, adjust the seat and mirror to an appropriate position before driving.

Correct driving posture

Adjust the angle of the seatback so that you are sitting straight up and so that you do not have to lean forward to steer. (P. 2 0 0)

Adjust the seat so that you can depress the pedals fully and so that your arms bend slightly at the elbow when gripping the steering wheel. (P. 200)

Lock the head restraint in place with the center of the head restraint closest to the top of your ears. (P. 2 0 5)

Wear the seat belt correctly. (P. 30 )

Correct use of the seat belts

Make sure that all occupants are wearing their seat belts before driving the vehicle. (P. 3 0) Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child until the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt. (P. 57)

Adjusting the mirrors

Make sure that you can see backward clearly by adjusting the inside and outside rear view mirrors properly. (P. 210, 212)

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WARNING

Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

● Do not adjust the position of the driver’s seat while driving.

Doing so could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

● Do not place a cushion between the driver or passenger and the seatback.

A cushion may prevent correct posture from being achieved, and reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and head restraint.

● Do not place anything under the front seats.

Objects placed under the front seats may become jammed in the seat tracks and stop the seat from locking in place. This may lead to an accident and the adjustment mechanism may also be damaged.

● Always observe the legal speed limit when driving on public roads.

● When driving over long distances, take regular breaks before you start to

feel tired. Also, if you feel tired or sleepy while driving, do not force yourself to continue driving and take a break immediately.

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Release button

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Seat belts

Make sure that all occupants are wearing their seat belts before driving the vehicle.

Correct use of the seat belts

● Extend the shoulder belt so that it comes fully over the shoulder, but does not come into contact with the neck or slide off the shoulder.

● Position the lap belt as low as possible over the hips.

● Adjust the position of the seatback. Sit up straight and well back in the seat.

● Do not twist the seat belt.

Fastening and releasing the seat belt

To fasten the seat belt, push the plate into the buckle until a click sound is heard.

To release the seat belt, press the release button with a hand on the plate.

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Release button

Adjusting the seat belt shoulder anchor height (front seats)

Push the seat belt shoulder anchor down while pressing the release button.

Push the seat belt shoulder anchor up.

Move the height adjuster up and down as needed until you hear a click.

Seat belt pretensioners (front seats)

The pretensioners help the seat belts to quickly restrain the occupants by retracting the seat belts when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of severe frontal or side collision or a vehicle rollover.

The pretensioners do not activate in the event of a minor frontal impact, a minor side impact or a rear impact.

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■ Emergency locking retractor (ELR)

The retractor will lock the belt during a sudden stop or on impact. It may also lock if you lean forward too quickly. A slow, easy motion will allow the belt to extend so that you can move around fully.

■ Automatic locking retractor (ALR)

When a passenger’s shoulder belt is completely extended and then retracted even slightly, the belt is locked in that position and cannot be extended. This feature is used to hold the child restraint system (CRS) firmly. To free the belt again, fully retract the belt and then pull the belt out once more.

■ Child seat belt usage

The seat belts of your vehicle were principally designed for persons of adult size.

● Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child, until the child

● When the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat

■ Replacing the belt after the pretensioner has been activated

If the vehicle is involved in multiple collisions, the pretensioner will activate for the first collision, but will not activate for the second or subsequent collisions.

becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt. (P. 57)

belt, follow the instructions regarding seat belt usage. (P. 30)

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■ Seat belt extender

If your seat belts cannot be fastened securely because they are not long enough, a personalized seat belt extender is available from your Toyota dealer free of charge.

Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident. Failing to do so may cause death or serious injury.

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● Ensure that all passengers wear a seat belt.

● Always wear a seat belt properly.

● Each seat belt should be used by one person only. Do not use a seat belt

for more than one person at once, including children.

● Toyota recommends that children be seated in the rear seat and always

use a seat belt and/or an appropriate child restraint system.

● To achieve a proper seating position, do not recline the seat more than

necessary. The seat belt is most effective when the occupants are sitting up straight and well back in the seats.

● Do not wear the shoulder belt under your arm.

● Always wear your seat belt low and snug across your hips.

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WARNING

Obtain medical advice and wear the seat

■ Pregnant women

belt in the proper way. (P. 30) Women who are pregnant should posi-

tion the lap belt as low as possible over the hips in the same manner as other occupants, extending the shoulder belt completely over the shoulder and avoiding belt contact with the rounding of the abdominal area.

If the seat belt is not worn properly, not only the pregnant woman, but also the fetus could suffer death or serious injury as a result of sudden braking or a collision.

■ People suffering illness

Obtain medical advice and wear the seat belt in the proper way. (P. 30)

■ When children are in the vehicle

P. 69

■ Seat belt pretensioners

● Do not place anything, such as a cushion, on the front passenger’s seat.

Doing so will disperse the passenger’s weight, which prevents the sensor from detecting the passenger’s weight properly. As a result, the seat belt pretensioner for the front passenger’s seat may not activate in the event of a collision.

● If the pretensioner has activated, the SRS warning light will come on. In

that case, the seat belt cannot be used again and must be replaced at your Toyota dealer.

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■ Adjustable shoulder anchor

■ Seat belt damage and wear

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Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your shoulder. The belt should be kept away from your neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause death or serious injuries in the event of a sudden stop, sudden swerve or accident. (P. 31)

● Do not damage the seat belts by allowing the belt, plate, or buckle to be

jammed in the door.

● Inspect the seat belt system periodically. Check for cuts, fraying, and loose

parts. Do not use a damaged seat belt until it is replaced. Damaged seat belts cannot protect an occupant from death or serious injury.

● Ensure that the belt and plate are locked and the belt is not twisted.

If the seat belt does not function correctly, immediately contact your Toyota dealer.

● Replace the seat assembly, including the belts, if your vehicle has been

involved in a serious accident, even if there is no obvious damage.

● Do not attempt to install, remove, modify, disassemble or dispose of the

seat belts. Have any necessary repairs carried out by your Toyota dealer. Inappropriate handling may lead to incorrect operation.

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WARNING

NOTICE

■ Using a seat belt extender

● Do not wear the seat belt extender if you can fasten the seat belt without

the extender.

● Do not use the seat belt extender when installing a child restraint system

because the belt will not securely hold the child restraint system, increasing the risk of death or serious injury in the event of an accident.

● The personalized extender may not be safe on another vehicle, when

used by another person, or at a different seating position other than the one originally intended.

■ When using a seat belt extender

When releasing the seat belt, press on the buckle release button on the extender, not on the seat belt. This helps prevent damage to the vehicle interior and the extender itself.

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SRS airbags

The SRS airbags inflate when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of severe impacts that may cause significant injury to the occupants. They work together with the seat belts to help reduce the risk of death or serious injury.

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◆ SRS front airbags

SRS driver airbag/front passenger airbag Can help protect the head and chest of the driver and front passenger from impact with interior components

SRS knee airbag Can help provide driver protection

SRS seat cushion airbag Can help restrain the front passenger

◆ SRS side and curtain shield airbags

SRS side airbags Can help protect the torso of the front seat occupants

SRS curtain shield airbags

● Can help protect primarily the head of occupants in the outer seats

● Can help prevent the occupants from being thrown from the vehicle in the event of vehicle rollover

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SRS airbag system components

Front impact sensors

SRS warning light and “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indicator lights

Front passenger airbag

Passenger seat cushion airbag

Side impact sensors (front door)

Seat belt pretensioners and force limiters

Side airbags

Front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch

Curtain shield airbags Side impact sensors (rear) Driver’s seat belt buckle

switch Driver airbag Driver’s knee airbag Front passenger occupant

classification system (ECU and sensors)

Airbag sensor assembly

Your vehicle is equipped with ADVANCED AIRBAGS designed based on the US motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS208). The airbag sensor assembly (ECU) controls airbag deployment based on information obtained from the sensors etc. shown in the system components diagram above. This information includes crash severity and occupant information. As the airbags deploy, a chemical reaction in the inflators quickly fills the airbags with non-toxic gas to help restrain the motion of the occupants.

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WARNING

■ SRS airbag precautions

Observe the following precautions regarding the SRS airbags. Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.

● The driver and all passengers in the vehicle must wear their seat belts

properly. The SRS airbags are supplemental devices to be used with the seat belts.

● The SRS driver airbag deploys with considerable force, and can cause

death or serious injury especially if the driver is very close to the airbag. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) advises:

Since the risk zone for the driver’s airbag is the first 2 - 3 in. (50 - 75 mm) of inflation, placing yourself 10 in. (250 mm) from your driver airbag provides you with a clear margin of safety. This distance is measured from the center of the steering wheel to your breastbone. If you sit less than 10 in. (250 mm) away now, you can change your driving position in several ways:

• Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably.

• Slightly recline the back of the seat. Although vehicle designs vary, many drivers can achieve the 10 in. (250 mm) distance, even with the driver seat all the way forward, simply by reclining the back of the seat somewhat. If reclining the back of your seat makes it hard to see the road, raise yourself by using a firm, nonslippery cushion, or raise the seat if your vehicle has that feature.

• If your steering wheel is adjustable, tilt it downward. This points the airbag toward your chest instead of your head and neck.

The seat should be adjusted as recommended by NHTSA above, while still maintaining control of the foot pedals, steering wheel, and your view of the instrument panel controls.

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● If the seat belt extender has been con-

■ SRS airbag precautions

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nected to the front seat belt buckles but the seat belt extender has not also been fastened to the latch plate of the seat belt, the SRS front airbags will judge that the driver and front passenger are wearing the seat belt even though the seat belt has not been connected. In this case, the SRS front airbags may not activate correctly in a collision, resulting in death or serious injury in the event of a collision. Be sure to wear the seat belt with the seat belt extender.

● The SRS front passenger airbag also deploys with considerable force, and

can cause death or serious injury especially if the front passenger is very close to the airbag. The front passenger seat should be as far from the airbag as possible with the seatback adjusted, so the front passenger sits upright.

● Improperly seated and/or restrained infants and children can be killed or

seriously injured by a deploying airbag. An infant or child who is too small to use a seat belt should be properly secured using a child restraint system. Toyota strongly recommends that all infants and children be placed in the rear seats of the vehicle and properly restrained. The rear seats are safer for infants and children than the front passenger seat. (P. 57)

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■ SRS airbag precautions

● Do not sit on the edge of the seat or

lean against the dashboard.

● Do not allow a child to stand in front of

the SRS front passenger airbag unit or sit on the knees of a front passenger.

● Do not allow the front seat occupants to

hold items on their knees.

● Do not lean against the door, the roof

side rail or the front, side and rear pillars.

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● Do not allow anyone to kneel on the

passenger seat toward the door or put their head or hands outside the vehicle.

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● Do not attach anything to or lean any-

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thing against areas such as the dashboard, steering wheel pad and lower portion of the instrument panel. These items can become projectiles when the SRS driver, front passenger and knee airbags deploy.

● Do not attach anything to areas such as

a door, windshield, side windows, front or rear pillar, roof side rail and assist grip.

● Do not hang coat hangers or other hard objects on the coat hooks. All of

these items could become projectiles and may cause death or serious injury, should the SRS curtain shield airbags deploy.

● If a vinyl cover is put on the area where the SRS knee airbag will deploy,

be sure to remove it.

● Do not use seat accessories which cover the parts where the SRS side

airbags and SRS seat cushion airbag inflate as they may interfere with inflation of the SRS airbags. Such accessories may prevent the side airbags and seat cushion airbag from activating correctly, disable the system or cause the side airbags and seat cushion airbag to inflate accidentally, resulting in death or serious injury.

● Do not strike or apply significant levels of force to the area of the SRS air-

bag components or the front doors. Doing so can cause the SRS airbags to malfunction.

● Do not touch any of the component parts immediately after the SRS air-

bags have deployed (inflated) as they may be hot.

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WARNING

■ SRS airbag precautions

● If breathing becomes difficult after the SRS airbags have deployed, open a

door or side window to allow fresh air in, or leave the vehicle if it is safe to do so. Wash off any residue as soon as possible to prevent skin irritation.

● If the areas where the SRS airbags are stored, such as the steering wheel

pad and front and rear pillar garnishes, are damaged or cracked, have them replaced by your Toyota dealer.

● Do not place anything, such as a cushion, on the front passenger’s seat.

Doing so will disperse the passenger’s weight, which prevents the sensor from detecting the passenger’s weight properly. As a result, the SRS front airbags for the front passenger may not deploy in the event of a collision.

■ Modification and disposal of SRS airbag system components

Do not dispose of your vehicle or perform any of the following modifications without consulting your Toyota dealer. The SRS airbags may malfunction or deploy (inflate) accidentally, causing death or serious injury.

● Installation, removal, disassembly and repair of the SRS airbags

● Repairs, modifications, removal or replacement of the steering wheel,

instrument panel, dashboard, seats or seat upholstery, front, side and rear pillars, roof side rails, front door panels, front door trims or front door speakers

● Modifications to the front door panel (such as making a hole in it)

● Repairs or modifications of the front fender, front bumper, or side of the

occupant compartment

● Installation of a grille guard (bull bars, kangaroo bar, etc.), snow plows,

winches or roof luggage carrier

● Modifications to the vehicle’s suspension system

● Installation of electronic devices such as mobile two-way radios and CD

players

● Modifications to your vehicle for a person with a physical disability

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● Slight abrasions, burns, bruising etc., may be sustained from SRS airbags,

● A loud noise and white powder will be emitted.

● Parts of the airbag module (steering wheel hub, airbag cover and inflator) as

● The windshield may crack.

● The hybrid system will be stopped and fuel supply to the engine will be

● The emergency flashers will turn on automatically. (P. 568)

● For Safety Connect subscribers, if any of the following situations occur, the

■ SRS airbag deployment conditions (SRS front airbags)

● The SRS front airbags will deploy in the event of an impact that exceeds the

● Depending on the type of collision, it is possible that only the seat belt pre-

● The SRS front airbags for the front passenger will not activate if there is no

● The SRS seat cushion airbag on the front passenger seat will not operate if

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due to the extremely high speed deployment (inflation) by hot gases.

well as the front seats, parts of the front and rear pillars, and roof side rails, may be hot for several minutes. The airbag itself may also be hot.

stopped. (P. 88)

system is designed to send an emergency call to the response center, notifying them of the vehicle’s location (without needing to push the “SOS” button) and an agent will attempt to speak with the occupants to ascertain the level of emergency and assistance required. If the occupants are unable to communicate, the agent automatically treats the call as an emergency and helps to dispatch the necessary emergency services. (P. 77)

• An SRS airbag is deployed.

• A seat belt pretensioner is activated.

• The vehicle is involved in a severe rear-end collision.

set threshold level (the level of force corresponding to an approximately 12 18 mph [20 - 30 km/h] frontal collision with a fixed wall that does not move or deform).

However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher in the following situations:

• If the vehicle strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle or sign pole, which can move or deform on impact

• If the vehicle is involved in an underride collision, such as a collision in which the front of the vehicle “underrides”, or goes under, the bed of a truck

tensioners will activate.

passenger sitting in the front passenger seat. However, the SRS front airbags for the front passenger may deploy if luggage is put in the seat, even if the seat is unoccupied.

the occupant is not wearing a seat belt.

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■ SRS airbag deployment conditions (SRS side and curtain shield airbags)

● The SRS side and curtain shield airbags will deploy in the event of an

impact that exceeds the set threshold level (the level of force corresponding to the impact force produced by an approximately 3300 lb. [1500 kg] vehicle colliding with the vehicle cabin from a direction perpendicular to the vehicle orientation at an approximate speed of 12 - 18 mph [20 - 30 km/h]).

● Both SRS curtain shield airbags will deploy in the event of a side collision on

either side.

● Both SRS curtain shield airbags will deploy in the event of vehicle rollover.

● Both SRS curtain shield airbags may also deploy in the event of a severe

frontal collision.

■ Conditions under which the SRS airbags may deploy (inflate), other than

a collision

The SRS front airbags and SRS curtain shield airbags may also deploy if a serious impact occurs to the underside of your vehicle. Some examples are shown in the illustration.

● Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard

surface

● Falling into or jumping over a deep hole

● Landing hard or falling

For safety and security

The SRS curtain shield airbags may also deploy under the situations shown in the illustration.

● The angle of vehicle tip-up is marginal.

● The vehicle skids and hits a curb stone.

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■ Types of collisions that may not deploy the SRS airbags (SRS front air-

bags)

The SRS front airbags do not generally inflate if the vehicle is involved in a side or rear collision, if it rolls over, or if it is involved in a low-speed frontal collision. But, whenever a collision of any type causes sufficient forward deceleration of the vehicle, deployment of the SRS front airbags may occur.

● Collision from the side

● Collision from the rear

● Vehicle rollover

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■ Types of collisions that may not deploy the SRS airbags

(SRS side and curtain shield airbags)

The SRS side and curtain shield airbags may not activate if the vehicle is subjected to a collision from the side at certain angles, or a collision to the side of the vehicle body other than the passenger compartment.

● Collision from the side to the vehicle

body other than the passenger compartment

● Collision from the side at an angle

The SRS side airbags do not generally inflate if the vehicle is involved in a frontal or rear collision, if it rolls over, or if it is involved in a low-speed side collision.

● Collision from the front

● Collision from the rear

● Vehicle rollover

For safety and security

The SRS curtain shield airbags do not generally inflate if the vehicle is involved in a rear collision, if it pitches end over end, or if it is involved in a low-speed side or low-speed frontal collision.

● Collision from the rear

● Pitching end over end

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In the following cases, the vehicle will require inspection and/or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

● Any of the SRS airbags have been inflated.

● The front of the vehicle is damaged or

● A portion of a door or its surrounding

● The pad section of the steering wheel,

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deformed, or was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS front airbags to inflate.

area is damaged, deformed or has had a hole made in it, or the vehicle was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS side and curtain shield airbags to inflate.

dashboard near the front passenger airbag or lower portion of the driver’s side instrument panel is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.

● The front passenger’s seat cushion sur-

face is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.

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● The surface of the seats with the SRS

side airbag is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.

● The portion of the front pillars, rear pil-

lars or roof side rail garnishes (padding) containing the SRS curtain shield airbags inside is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.

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Front passenger occupant classification system

Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classification system. This system detects the conditions of the front passenger seat and activates or deactivates the front passenger airbag and seat cushion airbag in the front passenger side.

U.S.A. Canada

SRS warning light

Seat belt reminder light

“AIR BAG OFF” indicator light

“AIR BAG ON” indicator light

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Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system

■ Adult*

“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”

indicator lights

Indicator/

warning light

Devices

■ Child*

Indicator/

warning light

Devices

■ Child restraint system with infant*

Seat cushion airbag in the front passenger

“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”

Seat cushion airbag in the front passenger

SRS warning light Off

Seat belt reminder light

Front passenger airbag Activated

side

indicator lights

SRS warning light Off

Seat belt reminder light

Front passenger airbag

side

“AIR BAG ON”

Off*

4, 2

flashing

Activated*

deactivated

“AIR BAG OFF”

“AIR BAG ON”

flashing

Deactivated or

activated

Deactivated or

activated

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Indicator/

warning light

Devices

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Seat cushion airbag in the front passenger

“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”

indicator lights

SRS warning light Off

Seat belt reminder light

Front passenger airbag Deactivated

side

“AIR BAG

flashing

Deactivated

OFF”

Off*

■

Unoccupied

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“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”

Indicator/

warning light

Devices

■ There is a malfunction in the system

Indicator/

warning light

Devices

: The system judges a person of adult size as an adult. When a smaller

adult sits in the front passenger seat, the system may not recognize him/ her as an adult depending on his/her physique and posture.

: In the event the front passenger is wearing a seat belt.

: In the event the front passenger does not wear a seat belt.

: For some children, child in seat, child in booster seat or child in convertible

seat, the system may not recognize him/her as a child. Factors which may affect this can be the physique or posture.

: Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on the front passenger

seat. A forward-facing child restraint system should only be installed on the front passenger seat when it is unavoidable. (P. 61)

: In case the indicator light is not illuminated, consult this manual on how to

install the child restraint system properly. (P. 57)

Seat cushion airbag in the front passenger

“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”

Seat cushion airbag in the front passenger

indicator lights

SRS warning light

Seat belt reminder light

Front passenger airbag Deactivated

side

indicator lights

SRS warning light

Seat belt reminder light

Front passenger airbag Deactivated

side

“AIR BAG OFF”

Off

Deactivated

“AIR BAG OFF”

Deactivated

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WARNING

■ Front passenger occupant classification system precautions

Observe the following precautions regarding the front passenger occupant classification system. Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.

● Wear the seat belt properly.

● Make sure the front passenger’s seat belt plate has not been left inserted

into the buckle before someone sits in the front passenger seat.

● Make sure the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is not illuminated when using

the seat belt extender for the front passenger seat. If the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated, disconnect the extender tongue from the seat belt buckle, and reconnect the seat belt. Reconnect the seat belt extender after making sure the “AIR BAG ON” indicator light is illuminated. If you use the seat belt extender while the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated, the SRS airbags for the front passenger will not activate, which could cause death or serious injury in the event of a collision.

● Do not apply a heavy load to the front passenger seat or equipment (e.g.

seatback pocket).

● Do not put weight on the front passenger seat by putting your hands or

feet on the front passenger seat seatback from the rear passenger seat.

● Do not let a rear passenger lift the front passenger seat with their feet or

press on the seatback with their legs.

● Do not put objects under the front passenger seat.

● Do not recline the front passenger seatback so far that it touches a rear

seat. This may cause the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light to be illuminated, which indicates that the SRS airbags for the front passenger will not activate in the event of a severe accident. If the seatback touches the rear seat, return the seatback to a position where it does not touch the rear seat. Keep the front passenger seatback as upright as possible when the vehicle is moving. Reclining the seatback excessively may lessen the effectiveness of the seat belt system.

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■ Front passenger occupant classification system precautions

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● If an adult sits in the front passenger seat, the “AIR BAG ON” indicator

light is illuminated. If the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator is illuminated, ask the passenger to sit up straight, well back in the seat, feet on the floor, and with the seat belt worn correctly. If the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator still remains illuminated, either ask the passenger to move to the rear seat, or if that is not possible, move the front passenger seat fully rearward.

● When it is unavoidable to install a forward-facing child restraint system on

the front passenger seat, install the child restraint system on the front passenger seat in the proper order. (P. 57)

● Do not modify or remove the front seats.

● Do not kick the front passenger seat or subject it to severe impact. Other-

wise, the SRS warning light may come on to indicate a malfunction of the front passenger occupant classification system. In this case, contact your Toyota dealer immediately.

● Child restraint systems installed on the rear seat should not contact the

front seatbacks.

● Do not use a seat accessory, such as a cushion and seat cover, that cov-

ers the seat cushion surface.

● Do not modify or replace the upholstery of the front seat.

● Adjust the front passenger seat so that the head restraint does not touch

the ceiling. If the head restraint is left in contact with the ceiling, the system may not detect the front passenger properly, leading to improper operation of the airbags.

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WARNING

Exhaust gas precautions

Harmful substance to the human body is included in exhaust gases if inhaled.

Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause exhaust gases enter the vehicle and may lead to an accident caused by light-headedness, or may lead to death or a serious health hazard.

■ Important points while driving

● Keep the back door closed.

● If you smell exhaust gases in the vehicle even when the back door is

closed, open the side windows and have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

■ When parking

● If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area or a closed area, such as a

garage, stop the hybrid system.

● Do not leave the vehicle with the hybrid system on for a long time.

If such a situation cannot be avoided, park the vehicle in an open space and ensure that exhaust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior.

● Do not leave the hybrid system operating in an area with snow build-up, or

where it is snowing. If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the hybrid system is operating, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle.

■ Exhaust pipe

The exhaust system needs to be checked periodically. If there is a hole or crack caused by corrosion, damage to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise, be sure to have the vehicle inspected and repaired by your Toyota dealer.

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Riding with children

Observe the following precautions when children are in the vehicle. Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child, until the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt.

● It is recommended that children sit in the rear seats to avoid accidental contact with the shift lever, wiper switch etc.

● Use the rear door child-protector lock or the window lock switch to avoid children opening the door while driving or operating the power window accidentally. (P. 184, 214)

● Do not let small children operate equipment which may catch or pinch body parts, such as the power window, hood, back door, seats etc.

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 side windows, the moon roof (if equipped) 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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Child restraint systems

Before installing a child restraint system in the vehicle, there are precautions that need to be observed, different types of child restraint systems, as well as installation methods, etc., written in this manual.

● Use a child restraint system when riding with a small child that cannot properly use a seat belt. For the child’s safety, install the child restraint system to a rear seat. Be sure to follow the installation method that is in the operation manual enclosed with the restraint system.

Table of contents

Points to remember......................................................................P. 58

Child restraint system ..................................................................P. 60

When using a child restraint system ............................................P. 61

Child restraint system installation method

• Fixed with a seat belt ...............................................................P. 64

• Fixed with a child restraint LATCH anchor...............................P. 70

• Using an anchor bracket (for top tether strap) .........................P. 73

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Points to remember

The laws of all 50 states of the U.S.A. as well as Canada now require the use of child restraint systems.

● Prioritize and observe the warnings, as well as the laws and regulations for child restraint systems.

● Use a child restraint system until the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt.

● Choose a child restraint system that suits your vehicle and is appropriate to the age and size of the child.

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WARNING

■ When a child is riding

Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

● For effective protection in automobile accidents and sudden stops, a child

must be properly restrained, using a seat belt or child restraint system which is correctly installed. For installation details, refer to the operation manual enclosed with the child restraint system. General installation instructions are provided in this manual.

● Toyota strongly urges the use of a proper child restraint system that con-

forms to the weight and size of the child, installed on the rear seat. According to accident statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.

● Holding a child in your or someone else’s arms is not a substitute for a

child restraint system. In an accident, the child can be crushed against the windshield or between the holder and the interior of the vehicle.

■ Handling the child restraint system

If the child restraint system is not properly fixed in place, the child or other passengers may be seriously injured or even killed in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving, or an accident.

● If the vehicle were to receive a strong impact from an accident, etc., it is

possible that the child restraint system has damage that is not readily visible. In such cases, do not reuse the restraint system.

● Make sure you have complied with all installation instructions provided

with the child restraint system manufacturer and that the system is properly secured.

● Keep the child restraint system properly secured on the seat even if it is

not in use. Do not store the child restraint system unsecured in the passenger compartment.

● If it is necessary to detach the child restraint system, remove it from the

vehicle or store it securely in the luggage compartment.

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Child restraint system

Types of child restraint system installation methods

■

Confirm with the operation manual enclosed with the child restraint system about the installation of the child restraint system.

Installation method Page

Seat belt attachment

Child restraint LATCH anchors attachment

Anchor brackets (for top tether strap) attachment

P. 64

P. 70

P. 73

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When using a child restraint system

■ When installing a child restraint system to a front passenger

seat

For the safety of a child, install a child restraint system to a rear seat. When installing child restraint system to the front passenger seat is unavoidable, adjust the seat as follows and install the child restraint system.

● Raise the seatback as much

as possible

● Move the seat to the rear-

most position

● If the head restraint interferes

with the child restraint system installation and the head restraint can be removed, remove the head restraint

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● A forward-facing child restraint system

■ When using a child restraint system

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Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

● Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on the front passenger

seat even if the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated. In the event of an accident, the force of the rapid inflation of the front passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to the child if the rear-facing child restraint system is installed on the front passenger seat.

● A forward-facing child restraint system may be installed on the front pas-

senger seat only when it is unavoidable. A child restraint system that requires a top tether strap should not be used in the front passenger seat since there is no top tether strap anchor for the front passenger seat.

may be installed on the front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable. When installing a forward-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible, even if the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated. If the head restraint interferes with the child restraint system installation and the head restraint can be removed, remove the head restraint.

● Do not allow the child to lean his/her

head or any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front or rear pillars, or roof side rails from which the SRS side airbags or SRS curtain shield airbags deploy even if the child is seated in the child restraint system. It is dangerous if the SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags inflate, and the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child.

● When a booster seat is installed, always ensure that the shoulder belt is

positioned across the center of the child’s shoulder. The belt should be kept away from the child’s neck, but not so that it could fall off the child’s shoulder.

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WARNING

● If the driver’s seat interferes with the

restraint system.

■ When using a child restraint system

● Use a child restraint system suitable to the age and size of the child and

install it to the rear seat.

child restraint system and prevents it from being attached correctly, attach the child restraint system to the right-hand rear seat.

● Adjust the front passenger seat so that

it does not interfere with the child

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Child restraint system fixed with a seat belt

A child restraint system for a small child or baby must itself be properly restrained on the seat with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt.

◆ Installing child restraint system using a seat belt (child

restraint lock function belt)

Install the child restraint system in accordance to the operation manual enclosed with the child restraint system.

■ Rear-facing — Infant seat/convertible seat

Place the child restraint system on the rear seat facing the rear of the vehicle.

Run the seat belt through the child restraint system and insert the plate into the buckle. Make sure that the belt is not twisted.

Fully extend the shoulder belt and allow it to retract to put it in lock mode. In lock mode, the belt cannot be extended.

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While pushing the child restraint system down into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child restraint system is securely in place.

After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended.

After installing the child restraint system, rock it back and forth to ensure that it is installed securely. (P. 69)

■ Forward-facing — Convertible seat

If installing the child restraint system to the front passenger seat is unavoidable, refer to P. 61 for front passenger seat adjustment.

If the head restraint interferes with the child restraint system installation and the head restraint can be removed, remove the head restraint. (P. 206)

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Place the child restraint system on the seat facing the front of the vehicle.

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Run the seat belt through the child restraint system and insert the plate into the buckle. Make sure that the belt is not twisted.

Fully extend the shoulder belt and allow it to retract to put it in lock mode. In lock mode, the belt cannot be extended.

While pushing the child restraint system into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child restraint system is securely in place.

After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended.

If the child restraint has a top tether strap, follow the child restraint manufacturer’s operation manual regarding the installation, using the top tether strap to latch onto the top tether strap anchor. (P. 73 )

After installing the child restraint system, rock it back and forth to ensure that it is installed securely. (P. 69)

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■ Booster seat

If installing the child restraint system to the front passenger seat is unavoidable, refer to P. 61 for front passenger seat adjustment.

High back type: If the head restraint interferes with your child restraint system, and the head restraint can be removed, remove the head restraint. (P. 206)

Place the child restraint system on the seat facing the front of the vehicle.

 Booster type  High back type

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Sit the child in the child restraint system. Fit the seat belt to the child restraint system according to the manufacturer’s instructions and insert the plate into the buckle. Make sure that the belt is not twisted.

Check that the shoulder belt is correctly positioned over the child’s shoulder and that the lap belt is as low as possible. (P. 30)

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◆ Removing a child restraint system installed with a seat belt

Press the buckle release button and fully retract the seat belt.

When releasing the buckle, the child restraint system may spring up due to the rebound of the seat cushion. Release the buckle while holding down the child restraint system.

Since the seat belt automatically reels itself, slowly return it to the stowing position.

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WARNING

■ When installing a child restraint system

Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

● Do not allow children to play with the seat belt. If the seat belt becomes

twisted around a child’s neck, it may lead to choking or other serious injuries that could result in death. If this occurs and the buckle cannot be unfastened, scissors should be used to cut the belt.

● Ensure that the belt and plate are securely locked and the seat belt is not

twisted.

● Shake the child restraint system left and right, and forward and backward

to ensure that it has been securely installed.

● After securing a child restraint system, never adjust the seat.

● When a booster seat is installed, always ensure that the shoulder belt is

positioned across the center of the child’s shoulder. The belt should be kept away from the child’s neck, but not so that it could fall off the child’s shoulder.

● Follow all installation instructions provided by the child restraint system

manufacturer.

● When securing some types of child restraint systems in rear seats, it may

not be possible to properly use the seat belts in positions next to the child restraint without interfering with it or affecting seat belt effectiveness. Be sure your seat belt fits snugly across your shoulder and low on your hips. If it does not, or if it interferes with the child restraint, move to a different position. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

■ When installing a booster seat

To prevent the belt from going into ALR lock mode, do not fully extend the shoulder belt. ALR mode causes the belt to tighten only. This could cause injury or discomfort to the child. (P. 31)

■ Do not use a seat belt extender

If a seat belt extender is used when installing a child restraint system, the seat belt will not securely hold the child restraint system, which could cause death or serious injury to the child or other passengers in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.

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Child restraint system fixed with a child restraint LATCH anchor

Child restraint LATCH anchors

■

LATCH anchors are provided for the rear outboard seats. (Buttons displaying the location of the anchors are attached to the seats.)

■ When installing in the rear outboard seats

Install the child restraint system in accordance to the operation manual enclosed with the child restraint system.

If the head restraint interferes with the child restraint system installation and the head restraint can be removed, remove the head restraint. (P. 206)

Flip up and fold the cover, and fix it with the hook-andloop fastener.

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 With flexible lower attachments

Latch the hooks of the lower attachments onto the LATCH anchors.

For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system.

 With rigid lower attachments

Latch the buckles onto the LATCH anchors.

For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system.

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Canada only

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After installing the child restraint system, rock it back and forth to ensure that it is installed securely. (P. 69)

■ When installing in the rear center seat

There are no LATCH anchors behind the rear center seat. However, the inboard LATCH anchors of the outboard seats, which are

16.1 in. (410 mm) apart, can be used if the child restraint system manufacturer’s instructions permit use of those anchors with the anchor spacing stated.

Child restraint systems with rigid lower attachments cannot be installed in the center seat. This type of child restraint system can only be installed in the outboard seat.

■ Laws and regulations pertaining to anchors

The LATCH system conforms to FMVSS225 or CMVSS210.2. Child restraint systems conforming to FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specifications can be used. This vehicle is designed to conform to SAE J1819.

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WARNING

■ When installing a child restraint system

Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

● When using the LATCH anchors, be sure that there are no foreign objects

around the anchors and that the seat belt is not caught behind the child restraint system.

● Follow all installation instructions provided by the child restraint system

manufacturer.

● Never attach two child restraint system attachments to the same anchor. In

a collision, one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child restraint system attachments and may break. If the LATCH anchors are already in use, use the seat belt to install a child restraint system in the center seat.

● When securing some types of child restraint systems in rear seats, it may

● If the seat is adjusted, reconfirm the security of the child restraint system.

For safety and security

Using an anchor bracket (for top tether strap)

■ Anchor brackets (for top tether strap)

Anchor brackets are provided for each rear seat. Use anchor brackets when fix-

ing the top tether strap.

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Hook

Top tether strap

■

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Fixing the top tether strap to the anchor bracket

Install the child restraint system in accordance to the operation manual enclosed with the child restraint system.

 Rear outboard seats

Remove the head restraint. (P. 206)

Latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top tether strap.

Make sure the top tether strap is securely latched. (P. 69)

If the head restraint does not interfere with the child restraint system installation, install the head restraint.

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 Rear center seat

Hook

Top tether strap

Adjust the head restraint to the upmost position.

If the head restraint interferes with your child restraint system, and the head restraint can be removed, remove the head restraint. (P. 206)

Latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top tether strap.

Make sure the top tether strap is securely latched.

When installing the child restraint system with the head restraint being raised, be sure to have the top tether strap pass underneath the head restraint.

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■ Laws and regulations pertaining to anchors

The LATCH system conforms to FMVSS225 or CMVSS210.2. Child restraint systems conforming to FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specifications can be used. This vehicle is designed to conform to SAE J1819.

■ When installing a child restraint system

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WARNING

Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

● Firmly attach the top tether strap and make sure that the belt is not twisted.

● Do not attach the top tether strap to anything other than the anchor

bracket.

● After securing a child restraint system, never adjust the seat.

● Follow all installation instructions provided by the child restraint system

manufacturer.

● Rear center seat: When installing the child restraint system with the head

restraint being raised, after the head restraint has been raised and then the anchor bracket has been fixed, do not lower the head restraint.

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Safety Connect



Safety Connect is a subscription-based telematics service that uses Global Positioning System (GPS) data and embedded cellular technology to provide safety and security features to subscribers. Safety Connect is supported by Toyota’s designated response center, which operates 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

Safety Connect service is available by subscription on select, telematics hardware-equipped vehicles.

By using the Safety Connect service, you are agreeing to be bound by the Telematics Subscription Service Agreement and its Terms and Conditions, as in effect and amended from time to time, a current copy of which is available at Toyota.com in the United States, Toyotapr.com in Puerto Rico and Toyota.ca in Canada. All use of the Safety Connect service is subject to such then-applicable Terms and Conditions.

System components

Microphone

LED light indicators

“SOS” button

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: If equipped

Services

Subscribers have the following Safety Connect services available:

● Automatic Collision Notification

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Helps drivers receive necessary response from emergency service providers. (P. 8 0 )

*: U.S. Patent No. 7,508,298 B2

● Stolen Vehicle Location Helps drivers in the event of vehicle theft. (P. 80)

● Emergency Assistance Button (SOS) Connects drivers to response-center support. (P. 8 0 )

● Enhanced Roadside Assistance Provides drivers various on-road assistance. (P. 8 1 )

Subscription

After you have signed the Telematics Subscription Service Agreement and are enrolled, you can begin receiving services.

A variety of subscription terms are available for purchase. Contact your Toyota dealer, call the following appropriate Customer Experience Center or push the “SOS” button in your vehicle for further subscription details.

• The United States 1-800-331-4331

• Canada 1-888-869-6828

• Puerto Rico 1-877-855-8377

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■ Safety Connect Services Information

● Phone calls using the vehicles Bluetooth

when Safety Connect is active and in use.

● Safety Connect is available beginning Fall 2009 on select Toyota models (in

the contiguous United States only). Contact with the Safety Connect response center is dependent upon the telematics device being in operative condition, cellular connection availability, and GPS satellite signal reception, which can limit the ability to reach the response center or receive emergency service support. Enrollment and Telematics Subscription Service Agreement required. A variety of subscription terms is available; charges vary by subscription term selected and location.

● Automatic Collision Notification, Emergency Assistance and Stolen Vehicle

Location are available in the United States, including Hawaii and Alaska, Puerto Rico and Canada, and Enhanced Roadside Assistance are available in the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada.

● Automatic Collision Notification, Emergency Assistance, Stolen Vehicle and

Enhanced Road Assistance are not available in the U.S. Virgin Islands. For vehicles first sold in the U.S. Virgin Islands, no Safety Connect services will function in or outside the U.S. Virgin Islands.

● Safety Connect services are not subject to section 255 of the Telecommuni-

cations Act and the device is not TTY compatible.

■ Languages

The Safety Connect response center will offer support in multiple languages. The Safety Connect system will offer voice prompts in English, Spanish, and French. Please indicate your language of choice when enrolling.

■ When contacting the response center

You may be unable to contact the response center if the network is busy.

technology will not be possible

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Safety Connect LED light Indicators

When the power switch is turned to ON mode, the red indicator light comes on for 2 seconds then turns off. Afterward, the green indicator light comes on, indicating that the service is active. The following indicator light patterns indicate specific system usage conditions:

● Green indicator light on = Active service

● Green indicator light flashing = Safety Connect call in process

● Red indicator light (except at vehicle start-up) = System malfunction

(contact your Toyota dealer)

● No indicator light (off) = Safety Connect service not active

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Safety Connect services

Automatic Collision Notification

■

In case of either airbag deployment or severe rear-end collision, the system is designed to automatically call the response center. The responding agent receives the vehicle’s location and attempts to speak with the vehicle occupants to assess the level of emergency. If the occupants are unable to communicate, the agent automatically treats the call as an emergency, contacts the nearest emergency services provider to describe the situation, and requests that assistance be sent to the location.

■ Stolen Vehicle Location

If your vehicle is stolen, Safety Connect can work with local authorities to assist them in locating and recovering the vehicle. After filing a police report, call the Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331 in the United States, 1-877-855-8377 in Puerto Rico or 1-888-869-6828 in Canada, and follow the prompts for Safety Connect to initiate this service.

In addition to assisting law enforcement with recovery of a stolen vehicle, Safety-Connect-equipped vehicle location data may, under certain circumstances, be shared with third parties to locate your vehicle. Further information is available at Toyota.com in the United States, Toyotapr.com in Puerto Rico and Toyota.ca in Canada.

■ Emergency Assistance Button (“SOS”)

In the event of an emergency on the road, push the “SOS” button to reach the Safety Connect response center. The answering agent will determine your vehicle’s location, assess the emergency, and dispatch the necessary assistance required.

If you accidentally press the “SOS” button, tell the response-center agent that you are not experiencing an emergency.

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■ Enhanced Roadside Assistance

Enhanced Roadside Assistance adds GPS data to the already included warranty-based Toyota roadside service. Subscribers can press the “SOS” button to reach a Safety Connect response-center agent, who can help with a wide range of needs, such as: towing, flat tire, fuel delivery, etc. For a description of the Roadside Assistance services and their limitations, please see the Safety Connect Terms and Conditions, which are available at Toyota.com in the United States, Toyotapr.com in Puerto Rico and Toyota.ca in Canada.

Safety information for Safety Connect

Important! Read this information before using Safety Connect.

■ Exposure to radio frequency signals

The Safety Connect system installed in your vehicle is a low-power radio transmitter and receiver. It receives and also sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.

In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for mobile wireless phones. Those guidelines are consistent with the safety standards previously set by the following U.S. and international standards bodies.

● ANSI (American National Standards Institute) C95.1 [1992]

● NCRP (National Council on Radiation Protection and Measure-

ment) Report 86 [1986]

● ICNIRP (International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation

Protection) [1996]

Those standards were based on comprehensive and periodic evaluations of the relevant scientific literature. Over 120 scientists, engineers, and physicians from universities, and government health agencies and industries reviewed the available body of research to develop the ANSI Standard (C95.1).

The design of Safety Connect complies with the FCC guidelines in addition to those standards.

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■ Certification for the Safety Connect

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Hybrid system features

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 it with care.

The hybrid system combines the use of a gasoline engine and an electric motor (traction motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel efficiency and reducing exhaust emissions.

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The illustration is an example for explanation and may differ from the actual item.

Gasoline engine

Front electric motor (traction motor)

Rear electric motor (traction motor)

: AWD models only

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◆ When stopped/during start off

The gasoline engine stops start off, the electric motor (traction motor) drives the vehicle. At slow speeds or when traveling down a gentle slope, the engine is stopped

When shift position is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) is not being charged.

* and the electric motor (traction motor) is used.

* when the vehicle is stopped. During

*: When the hybrid battery (traction battery) requires charging or the engine

is warming up, etc., the gasoline engine will not automatically stop. (P. 85)

◆ During normal driving

The gasoline engine is predominantly used. The electric motor (traction motor) charges the hybrid battery (traction battery) as necessary.

◆ When accelerating sharply

When the accelerator pedal is depressed heavily, the power of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is added to that of the gasoline engine via the electric motor (traction motor).

◆ When braking (regenerative braking)

The wheels operate the electric motor (traction motor) as a power generator, and the hybrid battery (traction battery) is charged.

Vehicle proximity notification system

When driving with the gasoline engine stopped, a sound, which changes in accordance with the driving speed, will be played in order to warn people nearby of the vehicle’s approach. The sound will stop when the vehicle speed exceeds approximately 15 mph (25 km/h).

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■ Regenerative braking

In the following situations, kinetic energy is converted to electric energy and deceleration force can be obtained in conjunction with the recharging of the hybrid battery (traction battery).

● The accelerator pedal is released while driving with the shift position in D or

● The brake pedal is depressed while driving with the shift position in D or B.

■ Hybrid System Indicator

Hybrid System Indicator represents the hybrid system power output and regenerative charging. (P. 127)

■ 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

● When the temperature of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is high or low

● When the heater is switched on

*: Depending on the circumstances, the gasoline engine may also not stop

automatically in situations other than those above.

■ Charging the hybrid battery (traction 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 (traction battery) will slowly discharge. For this reason, be sure to drive the vehicle at least once every few months for at least 30 minutes or 10 miles (16 km). If the hybrid battery (traction battery) becomes fully discharged and you are unable to start the hybrid system, contact your Toyota dealer.

■ Charging the 12-volt battery

P. 640

■ After the 12-volt battery has discharged or when the terminal has been

removed and installed during exchange, etc.

The gasoline engine may not stop even if the vehicle is being driven by the hybrid battery (traction battery). If this continues for a few days, contact your Toyota dealer.

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■ Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle

There may be no engine sound or vibration even though the vehicle is able to move with the “READY” indicator is illuminated. For safety, apply the parking brake and make sure to shift the shift position to 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) under the

● Relay operating sounds such as a snap or soft clank will be emitted from the

● Sounds from the hybrid system may be heard when the back door is open.

● Sounds may be heard from the transmission when the gasoline engine

● Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply.

● Sounds may be heard due to regenerative braking when the brake pedal is

● Vibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops.

● Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vent. (P. 88)

■ Vehicle proximity notification system

In the following cases, the vehicle proximity notification system may be difficult for surrounding people to hear.

● In very noisy areas

● In the wind or the rain

Also, as the vehicle proximity notification system is installed on the front of the vehicle, it may be more difficult to hear from the rear of the vehicle compared to the front.

■ When “Proximity Notification System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer” is

displayed on the multi-information display

The vehicle proximity notification system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

■ 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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rear seats when the hybrid system starts or stops.

hybrid battery (traction battery), under the rear seats, when the hybrid system is started or stopped.

starts or stops, when driving at low speeds, or during idling.

depressed or as the accelerator pedal is released.

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Hybrid system precautions

Take care when handling the hybrid system, as it is a high voltage system (about 600 V at maximum) as well as contains parts that become extremely hot when the hybrid system is operating. Obey the warning labels attached to the vehicle.

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The illustration is an example for explanation and may differ from the actual item.

Warning label

Service plug

Rear inverter (traction motor)

Rear electric motor (traction motor)

Hybrid battery (traction battery)

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High voltage cables (orange)

Front electric motor (traction

motor)

Power control unit

Air conditioning compressor

*: AWD models only

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Hybrid battery (traction battery) air intake vent

There is an air intake vent under the right side of the rear seat for the purpose of cooling the hybrid battery (traction battery). If the vent is blocked, charging/discharging of the hybrid battery (traction battery) may become limited.

Emergency shut off system

When a certain level of impact is detected by the impact sensor, the emergency shut off system blocks the high voltage current and stops the fuel pump to minimize the risk of electrocution and fuel leakage. If the emergency shut off system activates, your vehicle will not restart. To restart the hybrid system, contact your Toyota dealer.

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.

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■ If a warning light comes on, a warning message is displayed, or the

12-volt battery is disconnected

The hybrid system may not start. In this case, try to start the system again. If the “READY” indicator does not come on, contact your Toyota dealer.

■ 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. 582) go off. If there is only a small amount of fuel, the hybrid system may not be able to start. (The standard amount of fuel is about

2.0 gal. [7.5 L, 1.7 Imp.gal.], when the vehicle is on a level surface. This value may vary when the vehicle is on a slope. Add extra fuel when the vehicle is inclined.)

■ Electromagnetic waves

● High voltage parts and cables on hybrid vehicles incorporate electromag-

netic shielding, and therefore emit approximately the same amount of electromagnetic waves as conventional gasoline powered vehicles or home electronic appliances.

● Your vehicle may cause sound interference in some third party-produced

radio parts.

■ Hybrid battery (traction battery)

The hybrid battery (traction battery) has a limited service life. The lifespan of the hybrid battery (traction battery) can change in accordance with driving style and driving conditions.

■ Starting the hybrid system in an extremely cold environment

When the hybrid battery (traction battery) is extremely cold (below approximately -22°F [-30°C]) 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 temperature of the hybrid battery increases due to the outside temperature increase etc.

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WARNING

● Never try to open the service plug

■ High voltage precautions

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This vehicle has high voltage DC and AC systems as well as a 12-volt system. DC and AC high voltage is very dangerous and can cause severe burns and electric shock that may result in death or serious injury.

● Never touch, disassemble, remove or replace the high voltage parts,

cables or their connectors.

● The hybrid system will become hot after starting as the system uses high

voltage. Be careful of both the high voltage and the high temperature, and always obey the warning labels attached to the vehicle.

access hole located under the right side of the rear seat. The service plug is used only when the vehicle is serviced and is subject to high voltage.

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WARNING

■ Road accident cautions

Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of death or serious injury:

● Pull your vehicle off the road, apply the parking brake, shift the shift posi-

tion to P, and turn the hybrid system off.

● Do not touch the high voltage parts, cables and connectors.

● If electric wires are exposed inside or outside your vehicle, an electric

shock may occur. Never touch exposed electric wires.

● If a fire occurs in the hybrid vehicle, leave the vehicle as soon as possible.

Never use a fire extinguisher that is not meant for electric fires. Using even a small amount of water may be dangerous.

● If your vehicle needs to be towed, do so with front wheels (2WD models)

or four wheels (AWD models) raised. If the wheels connected to the electric motor (traction motor) are on the ground when towing, the motor may continue to generate electricity. This may cause a fire. (P. 572)

● Carefully inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that liquid has

leaked onto the ground, the fuel system may have been damaged. Leave the vehicle as soon as possible.

 AWD models

● If a fluid leak occurs, do not touch the fluid as it may be strong alkaline

electrolyte from the hybrid battery (traction battery). If it comes into contact with your skin or eyes, wash it off immediately with a large amount of water or, if possible, boric acid solution. Seek immediate medical attention.

 2WD models

● Do not touch the battery if liquid is leaking from or adhering to it.

If electrolyte (carbonic-based organic electrolyte) from the hybrid battery (traction battery) comes into contact with the eyes or skin, it could cause blindness or skin wounds. In the unlikely event that it comes into contact with the eyes or skin, wash it off immediately with a large amount of water, and seek immediate medical attention.

● If electrolyte is leaking from the hybrid battery (traction battery), do not

approach the vehicle. Even in the unlikely event that the hybrid battery (traction battery) is damaged, the internal construction of the battery will prevent a large amount of electrolyte from leaking out. However, any electrolyte that does leak out will give off a vapor. This vapor is an irritant to skin and eyes and could cause acute poisoning if inhaled.

● Do not bring burning or high-temperature items close to the electrolyte.

The electrolyte may ignite and cause a fire.

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WARNING

■ Hybrid battery (traction battery)

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● 2WD models: Your vehicle contains a sealed lithium-ion battery.

● Never resell, hand over or modify the hybrid battery. To prevent accidents,

hybrid batteries that have been removed from a disposed vehicle are collected through Toyota dealer. Do not dispose of the battery yourself.

Unless the battery is properly collected, the following may occur, resulting in death or serious injury:

• The hybrid battery may be illegally disposed of or dumped, and it is haz-

ardous to the environment or someone may touch a high voltage part, resulting in an electric shock.

• The hybrid battery is intended to be used exclusively with your hybrid

vehicle. If the hybrid battery is used outside of your vehicle or modified in any way, accidents such as electric shock, heat generation, smoke

generation, an explosion and electrolyte leakage may occur. When reselling or handing over your vehicle, the possibility of an accident is extremely high because the person receiving the vehicle may not be aware of these dangers.

● 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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NOTICE

■ Hybrid battery (traction battery) air intake vent

● Make sure not to block the air intake vent with anything, such as a seat

cover, plastic cover, or luggage. If the vent is blocked, the charging/discharging of the hybrid battery (traction battery) may become limited.

● When dust etc. has accumulated in the air intake vent, clean it with a vac-

uum cleaner to prevent the vent from clogging.

● Do not get water or foreign materials in the air intake vent as this may

cause a short circuit and damage the hybrid battery (traction battery).

● Do not carry large amounts of water such as water cooler bottles in the

vehicle. If water spills onto the hybrid battery (traction battery), the battery may be damaged. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

● There is a filter installed to the air intake vent. When the filter remains

noticeably dirty even after cleaning the air intake vent, filter cleaning or replacement is recommended. For information regarding filter cleaning or replacement, refer to P. 539.

● If “Maintenance required for Traction battery cooling parts See owner’s

manual” is shown on the multi-information display, the air intake vent and filter may be clogged. Refer to P. 539 for information on how to clean the air intake vent.

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Immobilizer system

The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the hybrid system 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.

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 ACCESSORY or ON mode to indicate that the system has been canceled.

■ 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 registered to the security

system (key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle

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■ Certification for the immobilizer system

 For vehicles sold in the U.S.A., Hawaii, American Samoa, Guam, Saipan

and Puerto Rico

 For vehicles sold in Canada

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NOTICE

■ To ensure the system operates correctly

Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

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Instrument cluster

2. Instrument cluster

Combination meter.............. 98

Warning lights and

indicators ........................ 107

Main display ...................... 115

Multi-information

display............................. 122

Head-up display ................ 155

Energy monitor/

consumption screen

(vehicles with 7-inch

display) ........................... 162

Energy monitor/

consumption screen

(vehicles with

11.6-inch display)............ 169

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Combination meter

The large meter uses 2 liquid crystal displays to display information such as the vehicle condition, driving status and fuel consumption.

Combination meter layout

The units used on the display may differ depending on the target region.

Main display (P. 115)

The main display shows basic information related to driving, such as the vehicle speed and remaining fuel amount.

Multi-information display (P. 122)

The multi-information display shows information which makes the vehicle convenient-to-use, such as the hybrid system operation condition and fuel consumption history. Also, the operation contents of the driving support systems and the combination meter display settings can be changed by switching to the settings screen.

Warning lights and indicators (P. 1 07)

The warning lights and indicators comes on or flashes to indicate problems with the vehicle or to show the operation status of the vehicle’s systems.

Clock (P. 103)

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Operations related to the combination meter

The meter control switches equipped on the steering wheel can be used to switch the screen display and change settings related to functions displayed on the screen.

Each time the button is pressed, the mileage display switches among odometer, trip meters, etc., and the fuel consumption information for each distance switches as well. ( P. 117)

Pressing , , or performs such operations as scrolling the screen the contents of the display

*, switching

* and

moving the cursor.

This button is used to perform such operations as selecting the current item or switching between on and off.

When pressed, the display returns to the previous screen.

Instrument cluster

*: On screens where the screen can be scrolled and the display can be

switched, marks are displayed to indicate the direction of operation (such as and ).

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100

2. Instrument cluster

Instrument cluster light control

When the switches are pressed, the instrument cluster light changes as follows.

The instrument cluster brightness levels that can be selected differ depending on whether the tail lights are on and surrounding brightness levels. (P. 104)

Darker

Brighter

When the switches are pressed, the adjustment level check screen (pop-up display the main display.

When the instrument cluster light is adjusted, the brightness of the instrument panel light also changes.

*) is displayed on

*: A short time after the operation is completed, the pop-up display turns off.

Furthermore, the pop-up display can be turned on and off in the “Meter Customize” settings. (P. 151)

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