2011 Toyota Camry HV Owners Manual

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101 1-8. Safety information CAUTION n SRS airbag precautions l Do not attach anything to areas such as the door, windshield glass, side door glass, front and rear pillars, roof side rail or assist grip. l Do not hang coat hangers or other hard objects on the coat hooks. All of these items could become projectiles and seriously injure or kill you, should the SRS curtain shield airbag deploy. If a vinyl cover is put on the area where the SRS knee airbag will deploy, be sure to remove it. l Do not use seat accessories which cover the parts where the SRS side airbags inflate as they may interfere with inflation of the airbags. l Do not strike or apply significant levels of force to the area of the SRS air- bag components (→P. 93). Doing so can cause the SRS airbags to malfunction. l Do not touch any of the component parts immediately after the SRS air- bags have deployed (inflated) as they may be hot. 102 1-8. Safety information CAUTION n SRS airbag precautions If breathing becomes difficult after the SRS airbag has deployed, open a door or 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 pillars garnishes, are damaged or cracked, have them replaced by your Toyota dealer. n 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. l Repairs, modifications, removal or replacement of the steering wheel, instrument panel, dashboard, seats or seat upholstery, front, side and rear pillars or roof side rail. Installation, removal, disassembly and repair of the SRS airbags. l Repairs or modifications of the front fender, front bumper, or side of the occupant compartment. Installation of snow plows, winches, etc. to the front grille (bull bars, kan- garoo bar etc.). l Modifications to the vehicle's suspension system. Installation of electronic devices such as mobile two-way radios or CD players. l Modifications to your vehicle for a person with a physical disability. 103 1-8. Safety information Front passenger occupant classification system Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classifica- tion system. This system detects the conditions of the front passen- ger seat and activates or deactivates the devices for the front passenger. SRS warning light “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light “AIR BAG ON” indicator light Front passenger's seat belt reminder light 104 1-8. Safety information Conditions and operation of the front passenger occupant classification system n Adult*1 Indicator/ warning light “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indi- cator lights SRS warning light “AIR BAG ON” Off Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light Flashing*2 Devices Front passenger airbag Side airbag on the front passenger seats Curtain shield airbag in the front passenger side Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner Activated n Child*3 or child restraint system*4 Indicator/ warning light “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indi- cator lights SRS warning light Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light Devices Front passenger airbag Side airbag on the front passenger seats Curtain shield airbag in the front passenger side Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner “AIR BAG OFF”*5 Off Flashing*2 Deactivated Activated 105 1-8. Safety information n Unoccupied Indicator/ warning light Devices “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indi- cator lights SRS warning light Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light Front passenger airbag Side airbag on the front passenger seats Curtain shield airbag in the front passenger side Not illuminated Off Deactivated Activated Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner Deactivated n There is a malfunction in the system Indicator/ warning light “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indi- cator lights SRS warning light Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light Devices Front passenger airbag Side airbag on the front passenger seats Curtain shield airbag in the front passenger side Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner “AIR BAG OFF” On Off Deactivated Activated *1: The system judges a person of adult size as an adult. When a smaller adult sits in the front passenger seat, the system may rec- ognize him/her as a child depending on his/her physique and pos- ture. *2: In the event the front passenger does not wear a seat belt. *3: When a larger child who has outgrown a child restraint system sits in the front passenger seat, the system may recognize him/ her as an adult depending on his/her physique or posture. 106 1-8. Safety information *4: Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on the front pas- senger seat. A forward-facing child restraint system should only be installed on the front passenger seat when it is unavoidable. (→P. 109) *5: In case the indicator is not illuminated, consult this manual as for installing the child restraint system properly. (→P. 113) CAUTION n 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. l Wear the seat belt properly. l Make sure the front passenger’s seat belt tab has not been left inserted into the buckle before someone sits in the front passenger seat. l 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, then 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 illumi- nated, the front passenger airbag and side airbag on the front passenger side may not activate correctly, which could cause death or serious injury in the event of collision. l Do not apply a heavy load to the front passenger seat or equipment. l 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. l Do not let a rear passenger lift the front passenger seat with their feet or press on the seatback with their legs. l Do not put objects under the front passenger seat. 107 1-8. Safety information CAUTION n Front passenger occupant classification system precautions l 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 passenger’s airbags will not deploy in the event of a severe accident. If the seatback touches the rear seat, return the seat- back 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. 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. l When it is unavoidable to install the 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. 113) l Do not modify or remove the front seats. l 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 detection system. In this case, contact your Toyota dealer immediately. l Child restraint systems installed on the rear seat should not contact the front seatbacks. l Do not use a seat accessory, such as a cushion or seat cover, that covers the seat cushion surface. l Do not modify or replace the upholstery of the front seat. 108 1-8. Safety information Child restraint systems A child restraint system for a small child or baby must be properly restrained on the seat with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt. The laws of all 50 states of U.S.A. and Canada now require the use of child restraint systems. Points to remember Studies have shown that installing a child restraint system on a rear seat is much safer than installing one to the front passenger seat. l Choose a child restraint system that suits your vehicle and is appropriate to the age and size of the child. l For installation details, follow the instructions provided with the child restraint system. General installation instructions are provided in this manual. (→P. 113) 109 1-8. Safety information Types of child restraints Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types according to the age and size of the child. Rear facing ⎯ Infant seat/convertible seat Forward facing ⎯ Convertible seat Booster seat 110 1 1-8. Safety information n Selecting an appropriate child restraint system l Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child until the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belt. If a child is too large for a child restraint system, sit the child on a rear seat and use the vehicle's seat belt. (→P. 64) CAUTION n Child restraint precautions l For effective protection in automobile accidents and sudden stops, a child must be properly restrained, using a seat belt or child restraint system depending on the age and size of the child. Holding a child in your arms is not a substitute for a child restraint system. In an accident, the child can be crushed against the windshield, or between you and the vehicle's interior. l Toyota strongly urges the use of a proper child restraint system that con- forms to the size of the child, installed on the rear seat. According to acci- dent statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat. l 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. l 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. Adjust the seatback as upright as possible and always move the seat as far back as possible even if the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illumi- nated, because the front passenger airbag could inflate with considerable speed and force. Otherwise, the child may be killed or seriously injured. 111 1-8. Safety information CAUTION n Child restraint precautions l Do not use the seat belt extender when installing a child restraint system on the front or rear passenger seat. If installing a child restraint system with the seat belt extender connected to the seat belt, the seat belt will not securely hold the child restraint system, which could cause death or seri- ous injury to the child or other passengers in the event of a sudden stop, sudden swerve or accident. l 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 and rear pillars or roof side rail from which the side airbags or curtain shield airbags deploy even if the child is seated in the child restraint system. It is dangerous if the side air- bags and curtain shield airbags inflate, and the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child. l Make sure you have complied with all installation instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and that the system is properly secured. If it is not secured properly, it may cause death or serious injury to the child in the event of a sudden stop, sudden swerve or an accident. n Child restraint lock function belt precaution Do not allow children to play with the child restraint lock function belt. If the belt becomes twisted around a child’s neck, it will not be possible to pull the belt out leading 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. n When the child restraint system is not in use l Keep the child restraint system properly secured on the seat even if it is not in use. Do not store the restraint unsecured in the passenger compart- ment. If it is necessary to detach the child restraint system, remove it from the vehicle or store it securely in the trunk. This will prevent it from injuring passengers in the event of a sudden stop, sudden swerve or accident. 112 1-8. Safety information Installing child restraints Follow the child restraint system manufacturer's instructions. Firmly secure child restraints to the outside rear seats using the LATCH anchors or a seat belt. Attach the top tether strap when installing a child restraint. The lap/shoulder belt can be used if your child restraint system is not compatible with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Chil- dren) system. Child restraint LATCH anchors LATCH anchors are provided for the outside rear seats. (But- tons displaying the location of the anchors are attached to the seats.) Seat belts equipped with a child restraint locking mecha- nism (ALR/ELR belts except driver’s seat belt) (→P. 64) 113 1-8. Safety information Installation with LATCH system Type A Canada only 114 Anchor bracket (for top tether strap) Anchor brackets are provided for all rear seats. STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Widen the gap between the seat cushion and seatback slightly. Latch the hooks of the lower straps onto the LATCH anchors. If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto top the tether strap anchor. For owners in Canada: A symbol on a restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system. 1 Type B Canada only 1-8. Safety information STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Widen the gap between the seat cushion and seatback slightly. Latch the buckles onto the LATCH anchors. If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto top the tether strap anchor. For owners in Canada: A symbol on a restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system. 115 1-8. Safety information Installing child restraints using a seat belt (child restraint lock function belt) n Rear facing ⎯ Infant seat/convertible seat STEP 1 Place the child seat on the rear seat facing the rear of the vehi- cle. Run the seat belt through the child seat and insert the plate into the buckle. Make sure that the belt is not twisted. then allow Fully extend the shoulder belt and to retract slightly in order to activate the ALR lock mode. it Lock mode allows the seat belt to retract only. STEP 2 STEP 3 116 1 STEP 4 1-8. Safety information While pushing the child seat down into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child seat 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 in cannot be extended. n Forward facing ⎯ Convertible seat STEP 1 Place the child seat on the seat facing the front of the vehicle. STEP 2 STEP 3 Run the seat belt through the child seat and insert the plate into the buckle. Make sure that the belt is not twisted. it then allow Fully extend the shoulder strap and to retract slightly into the ALR lock mode. Lock mode allows the seat belt to retract only. 117 1-8. Safety information STEP 4 While pushing the child seat into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child seat 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, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchor. (→P. 119) STEP 5 n Booster seat STEP 1 Place the booster seat on the seat facing the front of the vehi- cle. Sit the child in the booster seat. Fit the seat belt to the booster seat according to the manufac- turer'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. 64) STEP 2 118 1-8. Safety information Removing a child restraint installed with a seat belt Push the buckle release button and fully retract the seat belt. Child restraint systems with a top tether strap STEP 1 STEP 2 Secure the child restraint using the seat belt or LATCH anchors. Remove the head restraint. Open the anchor bracket cover, latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top tether strap. Make sure the top tether strap is securely latched. 119 1-8. Safety information n Laws and regulations pertaining to anchorages The LATCH system conforms to FMVSS225 or CMVSS210.2. Child restraint systems conforming to FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specifica- tions can be used. This vehicle is designed to conform to the SAE J1819. CAUTION n When installing a booster seat Do not fully extend the shoulder belt to prevent the belt from going to ALR lock mode: (→P. 67) ALR mode causes the belt to tighten only which could cause injury or dis- comfort to the child. 120 1 1-8. Safety information CAUTION n When installing a child restraint system Follow the directions given in the child restraint system installation manual and fix the child restraint system securely in place. If the child restraint system is not correctly 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 driver's seat interferes with the child restraint system and prevents it from being attached correctly, attach the child restraint system to the right- hand rear seat. l Adjust the front passenger seat so that it does not interfere with the child restraint system. l Only put a forward-facing or booster child seat on the front seat when unavoidable. When installing a forward- facing or booster child seat on the front passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible even if the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated. Fail- ing to do so may result in death or seri- ous injury if the airbags deploy (inflate). 121 1-8. Safety information CAUTION n When installing a child restraint system l 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. Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident. l Ensure that the belt and tab are securely locked and the seat belt is not twisted. l Push and pull the child seat from side to side and forward to be sure it is secure. l Follow all installation instructions provided by the child restraint system manufacturer. l When a child restraint system with a top tether strap is installed, do not install the head restraint. The head restraint may interfere with the top tether strap preventing secure installation of the child restraint system. l Make sure to properly store the removed head restraint in a secure place when you use the child restraint system on the rear seat. n 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 sud- den braking, sudden swerving or an accident. n To correctly attach a child restraint system to the anchors 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. Make sure the child restraint system is securely attached, or it may cause death or serious injury to the child or other passengers in the event of a sudden stop, sudden swerve or an accident. 122 2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv- ing. n Starting the hybrid system (→P. 135) n Driving STEP 1 With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D. STEP 2 STEP 3 Release the parking brake. (→P. 139) (→P. 142) Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle. n Stopping STEP 1 STEP 2 With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal. If necessary, set the parking brake. When the vehicle is stopped for an extended period of time, shift (→P. 139) the shift lever to P. n Parking the vehicle STEP 1 With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal. Set the parking brake. Shift the shift lever to P. When parking on a hill, if necessary, block the wheels. Turn the “POWER” switch OFF and stop the hybrid system. Lock the door, making sure that you have the electronic key on your person. (→P. 142) (→P. 139) STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 124 2-1. Driving procedures Starting on a steep uphill STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Firmly set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to D. Gently depress the accelerator pedal. Release the parking brake. n Driving in the rain l Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the windows may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery. l Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be especially slippery. l Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain, because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road surface, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly. n Breaking in your new Toyota To extend the life of the vehicle, the following precautions are recommended to observe: l For the first 186 miles (300 km): Avoid sudden stops. l For the first 994 miles (1600 km): • Do not drive at extremely high speeds. • Avoid sudden acceleration. • Do not drive continuously in the low gears. • Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods. n Drum-in-disc type parking brake system Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system. This type of brake system needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodically or when- ever the parking brake shoes and/or drum are replaced. Have your Toyota dealer perform the bedding down. n Operating your vehicle in a foreign country Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability of the correct fuel. (→P. 452) 125 2-1. Driving procedures n For efficient use l Put the shift lever into D when driving In the N position, the gasoline engine operates but electricity cannot be generated. The hybrid battery (traction battery) will be discharged requir- ing unnecessary engine power to recharge. l Drive your vehicle smoothly Avoid abrupt acceleration and deceleration. Gradual acceleration and deceleration will make more effective use of the electric motor (traction motor) without having to use gasoline engine power. l Avoid repeated acceleration Repeated acceleration consumes hybrid battery (traction battery) power, resulting in poor acceleration. Battery power can be restored by driving with the accelerator pedal slightly released. l Put the shift lever into P when parking In the N position, the hybrid battery (traction battery) does not recharge. Leaving the shift lever in N for an extended period of the time may dis- charge the hybrid battery. The vehicle cannot run if the hybrid battery is discharged. 126 2 2-1. Driving procedures n Brake actuator The brake actuator uses brake fluid pressurized by the pump to power-assist the brakes. If the brake actuator fails during driving, the brake system warn- ing light comes on and the buzzer sounds continuously. In this case, the brakes may not work properly. If they do not work well, depress the brake pedal firmly. If the brake system warning light comes on, immediately stop your vehicle and contact your Toyota dealer. In the following conditions, you may hear a sound in the engine compart- ment. This is not a malfunction. l The driver's door is opened with the hybrid system turned off. l The brake pedal is depressed with the hybrid system turned off. l After the hybrid system is turned on. l The brake pedal is depressed repeatedly with the hybrid system turned on. l After the hybrid system is turned off. The brake pedal may be hard to depress or the brake pedal stroke may be short before turning the hybrid system on. This is not a malfunction. n When braking the vehicle When applying brakes, you may hear a sound coming from the motor gener- ator. However, this does not indicate any trouble. 127 2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION n When starting the vehicle Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the hybrid sys- tem operating. This prevents the vehicle from creeping. n When driving the vehicle l Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accel- erator pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal. • Accidentally depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the brake pedal will result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident that could result in death or serious injury. • When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a diffi- culty in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly. • Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the vehicle only slightly, allowing you to depress the brake and accelerator pedals properly. • Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency, result- ing in an accident. l The driver should pay attention to pedestrians when the vehicle is pow- ered only by the electric motor (traction motor). Because there is no engine noise, the pedestrians may misjudge the vehicle’s movement. l Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammable materials. The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. This may cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby. l Do not let the vehicle roll backwards while the shift lever is in a driving position, or roll forward while the shift lever is in R. Doing so may cause the hybrid system to stall or lead to poor brake and steering performance, resulting in an accident or damage to the vehicle. If the smell of exhaust is noticed inside the vehicle, open the windows and check that the trunk is closed. Large amounts of exhaust in the vehicle can cause driver drowsiness and an accident, resulting in death or a serious health hazard. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immedi- ately. 128 2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION l Do not shift the shift lever to P while the vehicle is moving. Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control. l Do not shift the shift lever to R while the vehicle is moving forward. Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control. l Do not shift the shift lever to D while the vehicle is moving backward. Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control. l Moving the shift lever to N while the vehicle is moving will disengage the hybrid system. Engine braking is not available with the hybrid system dis- engaged. l During normal driving, do not turn off the hybrid system. Turning the hybrid system off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more difficult to steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. However, in the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the vehicle in the normal way: (→P. 399) l Use engine braking to maintain a safe speed when driving down a steep hill. Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose effectiveness. (→P. 140) l When stopped on an inclined surface, use the brake pedal and parking brake to prevent the vehicle from rolling backward or forward and causing an accident. l Do not adjust the position of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or outside rear view mirrors while driving. Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control that can cause accidents that may result in death or serious injury. 129 2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION l Always check that all passengers' arms, heads or other parts of their bod- ies are not outside the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury. l Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit per- mits it, do not drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) unless your vehicle has high- speed capability tires. Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may result in tire failure, loss of control and possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to determine whether the tires on your vehicle are high-speed capability tires or not before driving at such speeds. n When driving on slippery road surfaces l Sudden braking, acceleration and steering may cause tire slippage and reduce your ability to control the vehicle, resulting in an accident. l Sudden changes in braking force, such as engine braking and regenera- tive braking caused by shifting the shift lever to the B position, may cause the vehicle to skid, resulting in an accident. l After driving through a puddle, lightly depress the brake pedal to make sure that the brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent the brakes from functioning properly. If the brakes on only one side are wet and not functioning properly, steering control may be affected, resulting in an accident. n When shifting the shift lever Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed. This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an accident and result in death or serious injury. n When the vehicle is stopped l Do not race the engine. If the vehicle is in any gear other than P or N the vehicle may accelerate suddenly and unexpectedly, and may cause an accident. l 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 check that exhaust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior. 130 2 2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION In order to prevent accidents due to the vehicle rolling away, always keep depressing the brake pedal while the “READY” indicator is on. Apply the parking brake as necessary. If the vehicle is stopped on an incline, in order to prevent accidents caused by the vehicle rolling forward or backward, always depress the brake pedal and securely apply the parking brake as needed. l Avoid revving or racing the engine. Running the engine at high speed while the vehicle is stopped may cause the exhaust system to overheat, which could result in a fire if combustible material is nearby. n When the vehicle is parked l Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink cans in the vehicle when it is in the sun. Doing so may result in the following. • Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter or spray can, and may lead to a fire. • The temperature inside the vehicle may cause the plastic lenses and plastic material of eye glasses to deform or crack. • Soft drink cans may fracture, causing the contents to spray over the interior of the vehicle, and may also cause a short circuit in the vehi- cle's electrical components. l Always apply the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P, stop the hybrid system and lock the vehicle. Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the hybrid system is operating. l Do not touch the exhaust pipe while the hybrid system is operating or immediately after turning the hybrid system off. Doing so may cause burns. l 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 vehi- cle. This may lead to death or a serious health hazard. 131 2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION n Exhaust gases l Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (CO) that is colorless and odorless. Inhaling exhaust gases may lead to death or a serious health hazard. If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area, stop the hybrid system. In a closed area, such as a garage, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious health hazard. l The exhaust should be checked occasionally. 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. Failure to do so may allow exhaust gases to enter the vehicle, resulting in death or a serious health hazard. n When taking a nap in the vehicle Always turn the hybrid system off. Otherwise, you may accidentally move the shift lever or depress the accelerator pedal, which could cause an accident or fire due to hybrid system overheating. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked in a poorly ventilated area, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle, leading to death or a serious health hazard. n When braking the vehicle l When the brakes are wet, drive more cautiously. Braking distance increases when the brakes are wet, and may cause one side of the vehicle to brake differently than the other side. Also the parking brake may not securely hold the vehicle. If the electronically controlled brake system does not operate, do not fol- low other vehicles closely and avoid downhills or sharp turns that require braking. In this case, braking is still possible, but it will require more force on the pedal than usual. Braking distance may also increase. l The brake system consists of 3 individual hydraulic systems: If one of the systems fails, the others will still operate. In this case, the brake pedal should be depressed more firmly than usual and braking distance becomes longer. Do not drive your vehicle if any hydraulic circuit has failed. Have your brakes fixed immediately. 132 2-1. Driving procedures NOTICE n When driving the vehicle Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake ped- als together to hold the vehicle on a hill. n When parking the vehicle Always put the shift lever in P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is acci- dentally depressed. n Avoiding damage to vehicle parts l Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for a long time. Doing so may damage the power steering motor. l When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc. n If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear limit indica- tors) Have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Rotor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when needed. It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads and/or that of the brake discs are exceeded. n If you get a flat tire while driving A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering wheel firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle. It may be difficult to control your vehicle. l The vehicle will make abnormal sounds. l The vehicle will behave abnormally. Replace a flat tire with a new one. (→P. 421) 133 2-1. Driving procedures NOTICE n When encountering flooded roads Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause the following serious damage to the vehicle. l Engine stalling l Short in electrical components l Engine damage caused by water immersion In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following. l Brake function l Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, hybrid system transaxle, etc. l Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi- ble) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc. 134 2-1. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on your person starts the hybrid system or changes “POWER” switch modes. n Starting the hybrid system STEP 1 Check that the parking brake is set. Check that the shift lever is set in P. Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal. The “POWER” switch indicator turns green. If the indicator does not turn green, the hybrid system cannot be started. STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 Press the “POWER” switch. The hybrid system can be started from any mode. After a while, the “READY” indicator comes on with a beep sound. The vehicle can move when the “READY” indicator is on even if the engine is stopped. 135 2-1. Driving procedures n Changing “POWER” switch mode Modes can be changed by pressing the “POWER” switch with the brake pedal released. (The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.) OFF* Emergency flashers can be used. ACCESSORY mode Some electrical components such as the audio system can be used. The “POWER” switch indicator turns amber. ON mode All electrical components can be used. The “POWER” switch indicator turns amber. *: If the shift lever is in a position other than P when turning off the the “POWER” switch will be turned to ACCESSORY mode, not to OFF. system, hybrid 136 n Steering lock release 2-1. Driving procedures Make sure that the steering wheel lock is released. To release the steering wheel lock, gently turn the wheel left or right while pressing the “POWER” switch. If the steering wheel lock does not release, the “POWER” switch indicator will flash green. n If the hybrid system does not start The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (→P. 88) n When the “POWER” switch indicator flashes in amber The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. n If the “READY” indicator does not come on If the “READY” indicator does not come on when you press the “POWER” switch with the shift lever in P and the brake pedal depressed, contact your Toyota dealer immediately. n Auto power off function If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than an hour with the shift lever in P, the “POWER” switch will automatically turn off. n When the ambient temperature is low, such as during winter driving conditions It may take time until the “READY” indicator comes on. n Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle →P. 24 n When the hybrid system is malfunctioning →P. 400 n Electronic key battery depletion →P. 43 137 2-1. Driving procedures n When the electronic key battery is discharged →P. 372 n Conditions affecting operation →P. 41 n Note for the smart key system →P. 43 CAUTION n When starting the hybrid system Always start the hybrid system while sitting in the driver's seat. Do not depress the accelerator pedal while starting the hybrid system under any cir- cumstances. Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury. n Stopping the hybrid system in an emergency If you want to stop the hybrid system in an emergency while driving the vehi- cle, push and hold the “POWER” switch for more than 3 seconds. However, do not touch the "POWER" switch while driving except in an emer- gency. Turning the hybrid system off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more difficult to steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. NOTICE n To prevent the 12-volt battery from being discharged Do not leave the “POWER” switch in ACCESSORY or ON mode for long periods without the hybrid system on. n When starting the hybrid system l Do not race a cold engine. If the hybrid system becomes difficult to start, have the hybrid system checked immediately. 138 2-1. Driving procedures Transmission Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions. n Shifting the shift lever While the “POWER” switch is in ON mode, depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever. 139 2-1. Driving procedures n Shift position uses Shift position Function Parking the vehicle or starting the hybrid system Reversing Neutral Normal driving Position for engine braking n When in heavy traffic If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be charged. To help prevent the battery from discharging, avoid putting the shift lever in N for an extended period of time. n If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P →P. 431 140 2 2-1. Driving procedures Turn signal lever Right turn Left turn Move and hold the lever partway to signal a lane change. The right hand signal will flash until you release the lever. Move and hold the lever partway to signal a lane change. The left hand signal will flash until you release the lever. n Turn signals can be operated when The “POWER” switch is in ON mode. n If the indicators flash faster than usual Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned out. 141 2-1. Driving procedures Parking brake U.S.A. Canada Sets the parking brake* (Depressing the pedal again releases the parking brake.) *: Fully depress the parking brake pedal with your left foot while depressing the brake pedal with your right foot. n Usage in winter time See “Winter driving tips” for parking brake usage in winter time. (→P. 173) NOTICE n Before driving Fully release the parking brake. Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake wear. 142 2-1. Driving procedures Horn To sound the horn, press on or close to the mark. n After adjusting the steering wheel Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked. The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked. (→P. 72) 143 2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters The following gauges, meters and displays illuminate when the “POWER” switch is in ON mode. Engine coolant temperature gauge Displays the engine coolant temperature. Fuel economy meter Displays the current fuel consumption in analog form when the hybrid system is operating. When only the electric motor (traction motor) powers the vehicle, the needle indicates “E-MODE”. Speedometer Displays the vehicle speed. Fuel gauge Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank. Odometer/trip meter/instrument panel light control and trip meter reset button Switches between odometer and trip meter. Pushing and holding the button when the trip meter is being displayed will reset the trip meter. Instrument panel light control: →P. 145 Multi-information display →P. 150 144 2 2-2. Instrument cluster Instrument panel light control The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted. Brighter Darker When the headlight switch is turned on, the brightness will be reduced slightly unless the control dial fully clockwise. turned is n Eco drive level and The brightness of the arcs around the fuel economy meter speedometer change according to the eco drive level. The higher the fuel economy, the brighter the light becomes. The eco drive level is also displayed on the multi-information display. (→P. 151) Average fuel consumption The brightness of the arcs 25 MPG or less (9.0 L/100km or more) 26 to 30 MPG (8.8 to 8.0 L/100km) 31 to 35 MPG (7.8 to 7.0 L/100km) 36 MPG or more (6.8 L/100km or less) Does not illuminate Illuminates weakly Illuminates brightly Illuminates most brightly 145 2-2. Instrument cluster NOTICE n To prevent damage to the engine and its components The gasoline engine may be overheating if the engine coolant temperature gauge is in the red zone (H). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place. Check the gasoline engine after it has cooled completely. (→P. 440) 146 2-2. Instrument cluster Indicators and warning lights The indicator and warning lights on the instrument cluster and cen- ter panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various sys- tems. Instrument cluster Center panel 147 2-2. Instrument cluster n Indicators The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s various systems. Turn signal indicator (→P. 141) Headlight high beam indicator (→P. 156) (if equipped) *1 *1 Slip indicator (→P. 166) Front fog light indicator (→P. 158) SRS airbag on-off indi- cator (→P. 104) Cruise control indicator (→P. 161) Cruise control set indi- cator (→P. 161) Shift position indicators (→P. 139) Immobilizer indicator (→P. 88) Driving ready indicator (→P. 135) Headlight indicator (→P. 154) Tail light indicator (→P. 154) (if equipped) (U.S.A.) (CANADA) 148 2-2. Instrument cluster n Warning lights Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle’s systems. (→P. 399) *1, 3 *1, 2 *1 *1, 3 *1, 2 *1 *1 *1, 3 *1, 2 *1, 2 (red indicator) *1 (yellow indicator) *1: These lights turn on when the “POWER” switch is turned to ON mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the hybrid system is started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer for details. *2: For vehicles sold in U.S.A. *3: For vehicles sold in Canada CAUTION n If a safety system warning light does not come on Should a safety system light such as the ABS or the SRS warning light not come on when you start the hybrid system, this could mean that these sys- tems are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could result in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately if this occurs. 149 2-2. Instrument cluster Multi-information display The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of driving-related data, including the outside temperature. l Outside temperature dis- (→P. 151) play Indicates the outside tempera- ture. l Trip information (→P. 151) Displays driving range, fuel consumption and other cruis- ing-related information. l Warning messages (→P. 408) Automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in one of the vehicle’s systems. l Odometer and trip meter display Odometer: Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven. Trip meter: Displays the dis- tance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was last reset. Trip meters A and B can be used to record and display different distances indepen- dently. 150 Switch the display 2-2. Instrument cluster Display items can be switched by pressing the “DISP” button. The display will return to the out- side temperature display when the “DISP” button is pressed and held. l Outside temperature l Cruising range Displays the outside air temperature. The temperature range that can be displayed is from -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F (50°C). Displays the estimated maximum distance that can be driven with the quantity of fuel remaining. • This distance is computed based on your average fuel consumption. As a result, the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that displayed. • When only a small amount of fuel is added to the tank, the display may not be updated. l Average fuel consumption Displays the average fuel consumption since the function was reset. The function can be reset by pressing the “DISP” but- ton for longer than one second when the average fuel consumption is displayed. 151 2-2. Instrument cluster l Driving distance Displays the driving distance since the hybrid sys- tem was started. l Average vehicle speed Displays the average vehicle speed since the hybrid system was started. l Cruise information off Displays the odometer and trip meters only. l Zoom display of odometer and trip meter Displays the odometer and one of the trip meters simultaneously. l Energy monitor l Eco drive level 152 Displays the operating condition of the hybrid sys- tem. (→P. 27) Displays the eco drive level and the average fuel consumption since the hybrid system was started. When the eco drive level increases, the eco drive level display may appear on the display, even if other information is currently being shown. This does not indicate a malfunction. 2-2. Instrument cluster n Outside temperature display In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be dis- played, or the display may take longer than normal to change. l When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 12 mph [20 km/h]) l When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/ exit of a garage, tunnel, etc.) NOTICE n The multi-information display at low temperatures Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal information display. At extremely low temperatures, the information display monitor may respond slowly, and display changes may be delayed. 153 2-3. Operating the lights and wipers Headlight switch The headlights can be operated manually or automatically. For U.S.A. The headlights, park- ing lights, daytime run- ning lights and so on turn on and off auto- matically. (When the “POWER” switch is turned to ON mode) The side marker, park- ing, tail, license plate, daytime running lights and instrument panel lights turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above (except daytime run- ning lights) turn on. The daytime running lights turn off. 154 2

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