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Brightness control

Hood release

Pull

Pull up latch and raise hood

Engine maintenance

Windshield washer fluid tank Engine oil filler cap Engine coolant reservoir Engine oil level dipstick

Note: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including

oil changes, will help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer to the “Owner’s Warranty Information Booklet,” “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement.”

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Lights & turn signals Headlights

AUTO* Head lights Parking light

TUA

High beam

Low beam

AUTO

High beam flasher

-Automatic light cutoff system Automatically turns off lights when the driver’s door is opened with the Hybrid System “OFF.”

* If equipped

Front fog lights (if equipped)

Turn

Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam. Turn signals

Right turn

Lane change

TUA

Left turn

Lane change

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Window wipers & washers Front

Single wipe

Adjust interval

Pull to wash and wipe

Rear

Interval wipe

Slow

Fast

Wash and wipe

Wipe

Interval wipe

Wash and wipe

Garage door opener (HomeLink®) (if equipped)

Indicator

Buttons

Garage door openers manufactured under license from HomeLink®* can be programmed to operate garage doors, estate gates, security lighting, etc. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. For programming assistance, contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331, or visit http://www.homelink.com * HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.

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Seat adjustments-Front

Position

Seatback angle

Seats-Head restraints Rear Front

Lock release button

Lock release button

Seat adjustments-Rear

(1) Push down

(2) Fold down

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Tilt steering wheel

Angle

Lock release lever

Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and return lever. Note: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle

is in motion.

Windows Driver side

Up

Down

Window lock switch

Down

Up

Window operation Automatic operation (driver side only) Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop window midway, lightly push the switch in the opposite direction. Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains operable. NOTE: If 12V battery is disconnected, the window will need to be reinitialized. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

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Air Conditioning/Heating Type 1 functions

Type 2 functions

With navigation system1

Passenger compartment temperature Outside temperature Temperature Airflow vent Fan speed Automatic climate control ON Fresh or recirculated cabin air Rear window and outside rearview mirror defogger Windshield airflow Air Conditioning ON/OFF Climate control OFF Display the operation screen1

1 For details, refer to the “Navigation System

Owner’s Manual.”

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Steering wheel switches

Auto A/C ON/OFF Temperature selector Air intake selector Windshield vent Rear window and outside rearview mirror defogger

Cruise control (if equipped) Turning system ON/OFF

System ON/OFF

Setting a speed

Cancel1

Resume2/Increase speed

Set/Decrease speed

1 The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing

2 If vehicle speed falls below 25 mph, the set speed

the brake pedal.

will not be resumed.

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Audio

Type 1

Audio

Push to turn ON/OFF

Eject CD

Seek station/CD track select

Station/CD track scan

Mode

Type 2 additional functions

With navigation system*

Load CD(s)

Push to turn ON/OFF

Audio file search

Seek station/CD track or audio file select

CD/AUX mode select

* For details, refer to the “Navigation System

Owner’s Manual.”

Audio operation screen

Audio operation screen

Push

RADIO To preset a station Tune in the desired station and touch a station selector icon (1-6) until you hear a beep. To scan for stations Push “SCAN.” Push again to hold selection.

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CD PLAYER To scan tracks on a disc Touch “SCAN” icon on the display. Push again to hold selection.

CD changer (Type 2 only) -To load one disc Push “LOAD” and insert one disc. -To load multiple discs Push and hold “LOAD” until you hear a beep. Insert one disc. Shutter will close and then re-open for next disc. To select a file (MP3/WMA only) Turn “TUNE•FILE.”

Steering wheel switches

“- +” Volume control “MODE” Push to turn audio ON and select an audio mode. Push and hold to turn the audio system OFF. “ ” switch >> In radio mode Push to select a preset station; push and hold to seek the next strong station. In CD mode Push to skip up or down to next/previous track.

AUX audio jack (if equipped)

Center console

By inserting a mini plug into the AUX audio jack, you can listen to music from a portable audio device through the vehicle’s speaker system.

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Luggage storage box

Unlock

Unlock

Telephone controls (Bluetooth®) (if equipped) Display

Microphone

Steering wheel telephone switches

Volume

Voice command button

End call

Start call

Bluetooth® technology allows you to place or receive calls without taking your hands from the steering wheel or using a cable to connect the telephone and the system. Refer to “Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone),” Section 3-4 in the Owner’s Manual for more details.

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Cup and bottle holders Cup holder-Front

Cup holder-Rear

Bottle holder Front door

Power outlets Instrument panel (12V) Center console box (12V)

The Hybrid System must be in “ACC” or “IG-ON.”

Parking brake Set: Depress Release: Depress again

Clock

H-Hour set M-Minute set

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SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Door locks

Lock

Unlock

Doors-Child safety locks Rear door

Moving the lever to “LOCK” will allow the door to be opened only from the outside. Seat belts

Take up slack

Too high

Keep as low on hips as possible

If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be re-extended beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is used to help hold child restraint systems securely. To find more information about seat belts, and how to install a child restraint system, refer to the Owner’s Manual. Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor

Push up, or squeeze lock release to lower

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Emergency flashers

Push

Rear air vent

Note: The air vent on the right side of the rear

seatback is designed to assist in cooling the Hybrid vehicle battery. DO NOT BLOCK OR COVER THIS VENT, as it may cause overheating, resulting in reduced vehicle performance.

Tire Pressure Warning System

If tire pressure becomes critically low on any of the tires (excluding spare), indicator illuminates. Pushing “ SET” button should not turn off the light. Correctly adjusting tire inflation will turn off the light after a few minutes. After replacing/rotating tire or wheels, the system must be initialized. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for details on system reset initialization.

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Jump starting Jump start terminal

Exclusive jump start terminal cover

The jump start terminal is in the fuse box. To access the terminal, open the fuse block cover and the jump start terminal cover. Connecting jumper cables

(1)

(4)

(4) Recommended connecting point

(2)

(3)

(1) Connect positive (red) jumper cable to the jump

start terminal.

(2) Connect positive (red) jumper cable to the

positive (+) terminal on the booster battery. (3) Connect negative (black) jumper cable to the negative (-) terminal on the booster battery. (4) Connect negative (black) jumper cable to the recommended connecting point of the vehicle with the discharged battery.

(5) Depress brake pedal, and press “POWER” button

to start the vehicle.

Refer to the “Owner’s Manual” for more details.

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Spare tire & tools Tool location

Wheel nut wrench

Jack handle

Removing the spare tire

Jack

Spare tire

(1)

(2) (3)

(1) Remove the luggage storage box. (2) Loosen the bolt and remove it. (3) Remove the jack box.

Refer to the “Owner’s Manual” for tire changing and jack positioning procedures.

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Customer Experience Center

1-800-331-4331

MN 00505-QRG08-PRI

Printed in the USA 8/07

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 explana- tions 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 with- out notice. Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may differ from your vehicle in terms of equipment.

Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota

A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota vehicles are currently available 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 vehi- cle. This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota prod- ucts. 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

As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system, cruise control sys- tem, anti-lock brake system, vehicle stability control system, SRS air- bag system and seat belt pretensioner system and Toyota hybrid system, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation. High voltage parts and cables on the hybrid vehicles emit approxi- mately the same amount of electromagnetic waves as the conven- tional 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.

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 air- bags 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 wire- less remote control batteries.

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CAUTION

n General precautions while driving

Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influ- ence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehi- cle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that will hurt or kill you, your occupants or others. Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents. Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that dis- tracts 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.

n When children are in the vehicle

Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to have or use the key. When left unattended, children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral. There is also a danger that children may injure them- selves by playing with the cigarette lighter, 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.

n Dispose of the hybrid battery (traction battery)

If your vehicle is disposed of without the hybrid battery having been removed, there is a danger of serious electric shock if high voltage parts, cables and their connectors are touched. In the event of that your vehicle must be disposed of, the hybrid battery must be disposed of your Toyota dealer or a qualified service shop. If the hybrid battery is not disposed of properly, they may cause electric shock that can result in death or serious injury.

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Symbols used throughout this manual

Cautions & Notices

CAUTION

This is a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others.

NOTICE

This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Toyota and its equipment.

Symbols used in illustrations

Safety symbol The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.

Arrows indicating operations

Indicates the action (pushing, turn- ing, etc.) used to operate switches and other devices. Indicates the outcome of an opera- tion (e.g. a lid opens).

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 Before driving

Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steering column.

2 When driving

Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.

3 Interior features

Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in- terior features for a comfortable driving experience.

4 Maintenance

and care

Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it- yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.

5 When trouble

arises

What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire, or is involved in an accident.

6 Vehicle

specifications

Detailed vehicle information.

7 For owners

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt instructions for Canadian owners.

Index

Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.

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Pictorial index

Exterior

Windshield wipers P. 158

Turn signal light P. 140

Outside rear view mirror P. 73

Hood P. 361

Side marker light/Parking light P. 150

Headlight P. 150

Fog light∗ P. 156

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Rear window wiper P. 162

Fuel filler door P. 78

Rear window defogger P. 217

Side door P. 51

Back door P. 54

Tire l Rotation l Replacement l Inflation pressure l Information

P. 379
P. 438
P. 470
P. 474

Licence plate lights P. 150

Turn signal light P. 140

Back-up light

Tail and rear side marker lights P. 150

∗: If equipped

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Interior

Seat belt P. 64

Head restraint P. 62

Power window switch P. 75

Bottle holder P. 326

Driver airbag P. 89

Floor mat P. 335

Auxiliary box P. 327

Front passenger airbag P. 89

Glove box P. 323

Front seat P. 57

SRS side airbag∗ P. 89

Armrest P. 334

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Interior light P. 320

Personal light P. 320

Overhead console box P. 324

Vanity mirror P. 330

Interior light P. 320

SRS curtain shield airbag∗ P. 89
Garage door opener switches∗ P. 339

Anti-glare inside rear view mirror P. 71

Sun visor P. 329

∗: If equipped

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Interior

Door lock switch P. 51

Power rear view mirror control switch P. 73

ITYPP005

Window lock switch P. 75

Power window switches P. 75

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Auxiliary box P. 327

Cup holders P. 325

Power outlet P. 332

AUX adapter ∗ P. 268

Cup holders P. 325

∗: If equipped

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Instrument panel

Gauges and meters P. 143
Windshield wipers and washer switch P. 158

Headlight switch Turn signal lever Fog light switch ∗

P. 150
P. 140
P. 156

“P” position switch P. 137

Auxiliary box P. 327

Power outlet P. 332

Shift lever P. 136

Tire pressure warning reset switch P. 380

Smart entry and start system

cancel switch ∗ P. 41

Hood lever P. 361

Parking brake pedal P. 142

Tilt steering control lever P. 70

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Touch screen P. 186

Navigation system*

Km/h or MPH button P. 144

Clock P. 331

Audio system P. 219

Trip meter reset button P. 144

Emergency flashers

∗: If equipped *: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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Instrument panel

“INFO” button P. 27

“POWER” switch P. 130

Telephone switch∗ P. 272

Climate emote control switches P. 215
Cruise control switch∗ P. 164

Talk switch* P. 284

Key slot P. 130, 450

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Audio remote control switches P. 269

Climate remote control switches P. 215

Instrument panel light control P. 144

∗: If equipped *: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”. 15

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Index

1 Before driving

1-1. Hybrid system .................... 22
Hybrid system ...................... 22

1-2. Key information.................. 34
Keys ..................................... 34

1-3. Opening, closing and

locking the doors and back door.......................... 36
Smart key system................. 36
Wireless remote control ....... 49
Doors.................................... 51
Back door ............................. 54

1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)................................ 57
Front seats ........................... 57
Rear seats............................ 59
Head restraints..................... 62
Seat belts ............................. 64
Steering wheel ..................... 70
Anti- glare inside rear view mirror.................................. 71
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 73

1-5. Opening and closing the

windows and moon roof ......................... 75
Power windows .................... 75

1-6. Refueling............................. 78
Opening the fuel tank cap .... 78

1-7. Theft deterrent system....... 81
Immobilizer system............... 81
Alarm .................................... 84
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.)............................... 86

1-8. Safety information .............. 87
Correct driving posture ......... 87
SRS airbags ......................... 89
Front passenger occupant classification system......... 101
Child restraint systems ....... 107
Installing child restraints ..... 110

2 When driving

2-1. Driving procedures........... 120
Driving the vehicle .............. 120
Power (ignition) switch........ 130
Transmission ...................... 136
Turn signal lever (Type A)............................ 140
Turn signal lever (Type B)............................ 141
Parking brake ..................... 142

2-2.

Instrument cluster ............ 143
Gauges and meters ............ 143
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 146

2-3. Operating the lights and

windshield wipers .......... 150
Headlight switch (Type A)............................ 150

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Fog light switch ................... 156
Windshield wipers and washer (Type A) ............... 158
Windshield wipers and washer (Type B) ............... 160
Rear window wiper and washer (Type A) ............... 162
Rear window wiper and washer (Type B) ............... 163

2-4. Using other driving

systems ........................... 164
Cruise control...................... 164
Rear view monitor system... 167
Driving assist systems ........ 170

2-5. Driving information........... 173
Cargo and luggage ............. 173
Vehicle load limits ............... 176
Winter driving tips ............... 177
Trailer towing ...................... 181
Dinghy towing ..................... 182

3 Interior features

3-1. Using the touch screen .... 186
Touch screen ...................... 186
Setting the touch screen (Vehicles with AUX adapter) ............................ 191
Setting the touch screen (Vehicles without AUX adapter) ............................ 196

3-2. Using the air conditioning

system and defogger.......................... 201
Automatic air conditioning system (Vehicles with AUX adapter)............................ 201
Automatic air conditioning system (Vehicles without AUX adapter) ................... 208
Using the steering wheel climate remote control switches ........................... 215
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers ......................... 217

3-3. Using the audio system... 219

Audio system type (Vehicle with AUX adapter) ............ 219
Audio system type (Vehicle without AUX adapter) ....... 222
Using the radio (vehicle with AUX adapter) ............ 225
Using the radio (Vehicle without AUX adapter) ....... 234
Using the CD player (Vehicle with AUX adapter)............................ 239
Using the CD player (Vehicle without AUX adapter)............................ 247
Playing MP3 and WMA discs................................. 254
Optimal use of the audio (Vehicle with AUX adapter)............................ 262
Optimal use of the audio system (Vehicle without AUX adapter) ................... 266

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Using the AUX adapter ...... 268
Using the steering switches ........................... 269

3-4. Using the hands-free

system............................. 272
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ................. 272
Using the Bluetooth® phone ............................... 277
Setting the hands-free system.............................. 291

3-5. Using the interior lights... 318
Interior lights list ................. 318

3-6. Using the storage

features ........................... 322
List of storage features....... 322

3-7. Other interior features ..... 329
Sun visors .......................... 329
Vanity mirror....................... 330
Clock .................................. 331
Power outlet ....................... 332
Armrest............................... 334
Floor mats .......................... 335
Luggage compartment features ............................ 336
Garage door opener........... 339

4 Maintenance and care

4-1. Maintenance and care ...... 346

Cleaning and protecting the vehicle’s exterior............... 346
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle’s interior................ 348

4-2. Maintenance...................... 351

Maintenance requirements .................... 351
General maintenance ......... 353
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs .......................... 356

4-3. Do-it-yourself

maintenance ................... 357
Do-it-yourself service precautions....................... 357
Hood ................................... 361
Positioning a floor jack........ 362
Engine compartment .......... 364
Tires.................................... 379
Tire inflation pressure ......... 388
Wheels................................ 392
Air conditioning filter ........... 394
Key battery ......................... 396
Checking and replacing fuses................................. 398
Light bulbs .......................... 407

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6 Vehicle specifications

5-1. Essential information ....... 416

6-1. Specifications................... 462

If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................ 416
If you think something is wrong ................................ 423
Event data recorder ............ 424

5-2. Steps to take in an

emergency....................... 426
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds... ........................... 426
If you have a flat tire............ 438
If the hybrid system will not start................................... 448
If you lose your keys ........... 449
If the electronic key does not operate properly................ 450
If the vehicle 12 volt battery is discharged..................... 451
If your vehicle overheats..... 456
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 459

Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)......................... 462
Fuel information.................. 472
Tire information .................. 475

6-2. Customization................... 488
Customizable features........ 488

6-3.

Initialization....................... 491
Items to initialize................. 491

7 For owners

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners...................... 494
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in French)........................ 495

Index

Abbreviation list ............... 498

Alphabetical index............ 500

What to do if...................... 506

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Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has characteristics different from conventional vehicles. Be sure you are closely familiar with the char- acteristics of your vehicle, and operate with care. The hybrid system combines a gasoline engine and an electric motor (traction motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel efficiency and reducing exhaust emissions.

Gasoline engine Electric motor (Traction motor)

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n When stopped/during take-off

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

n During normal driving

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

n When accelerating sharply

The power of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is added via electric motor (traction motor) to that of the gasoline engine.

n When braking (Regenerative brake)

The electric motor (traction motor) charges the hybrid battery (traction battery).

n Regenerative braking

The motor generator converts kinetic energy to electric energy when: l The accelerator pedal is released. l The brake pedal is depressed with the shift lever in “D” or “B”.

n 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: l The gasoline engine is warming up. l The hybrid battery (traction battery) is being charged. l The hybrid battery (traction battery) temperature is low or high.

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n Charging the battery

l As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery (traction battery), the battery does not need to be charged from an outside source. However, if the vehicle is left parked for a long time the hybrid battery will slowly dis- charge. For this reason, be sure to drive the vehicle at least once every several months for at least 30 minutes or 10 miles (16 km). If the hybrid battery becomes fully discharged and you are unable to jump-start the vehicle with the 12 volt battery, contact your Toyota dealer. If the shift lever is in “N”, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be charged. When driving in heavy traffic, operate the vehicle with the shift lever in “D” to avoid discharging the battery.

n After the 12 volt battery has discharged or has been changed or

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

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n Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle

There may be no engine sounds or vibration even though the vehicle is able to move. Always put the shift lever in “P” when parked. The following sounds or vibrations may occur when the hybrid system is operating, and are not a malfunction. l Motor sounds may be heard from the engine compartment. l Sounds may be heard from the hybrid battery (traction battery) behind

the rear seat when the hybrid system starts or stops.

l Sounds from the hybrid system may be heard when the back door lid is

open.

l Sounds may be heard from the transmission when the hybrid system

starts or stops.

l Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply. l Sounds may be heard from the regenerative brake when you press the

brake pedal.

l Vibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops. l You may hear cooling fan sounds coming from the air intake vents behind

the rear seat.

n Maintenance, repair, recycling, and disposal

Contact your Toyota dealer regarding maintenance, repair, recycling and dis- posal. Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself.

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High voltage components

Air conditioning compressor High voltage cables (orange color) Power control unit Electric motor motor)

(Traction

Hybrid battery (Traction bat- tery) Service plug Caution label

Take care when handling the hybrid system, as it contains a high volt- age system (about 500V at maximum) as well as parts that become extremely hot when the hybrid system is operating. Obey the caution labels attached to the vehicle.

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n Hybrid battery air vent

1-1. Hybrid system

Hybrid battery air vent There is an air intake vent on the side of the rear right seatback for the purpose of cooling the hybrid battery (traction battery). If the vent becomes blocked, the hybrid battery may overheat, leading to a reduction in hybrid battery out- put.

Emergency shut off system

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

Energy monitor/consumption screen

You can view the status of your hybrid system on the touch screen (→P. 186). The following images are examples only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.

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n Energy monitor How to display on the touch screen:

STEP 1

Press

STEP 2

Touch

or

on the “Information” screen.

If the “Consumption” screen is displayed, touch

or

How to display with steering switch:

STEP 1

Press

If the “Consumption” screen is displayed, press

Touch screen

Type A

Type B

When the vehicle is powered by the elec- tric motor (traction motor)

When the vehicle is powered by both the gasoline engine and the electric motor (traction motor)

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Touch screen

Type A

Type B

Low

Full

Low

Full

When the vehicle is charging the hybrid battery (traction bat- tery)

When there is no energy flow

Hybrid battery (trac- tion battery) status

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n Consumption How to display on the touch screen:

STEP 1

Press

STEP 2

Touch

or

on the “Information” screen.

If the “Energy Monitor” screen is displayed, touch

or