Toyota Prius (2021 year). Manual in english — part 10

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If a warning light turns on or a warning

buzzer sounds

Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.

Warning light and warning buzzer list

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

Brake system warning light and warning buzzer (red
indicator)

*

1

Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning



Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehi-
cle may be dangerous.

Brake system warning light (yellow indicator)

Indicates a malfunction in:
• The regenerative braking system; or
• The electronically controlled brake system



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

Charging system warning light

Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system



Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.

Low engine oil pressure warning light
(warning buzzer)

*

2

Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low



Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

Malfunction indicator lamp

Indicates a malfunction in:
• The hybrid system;
• The electronic engine control system; or
• The electronic throttle control system



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

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SRS warning light

Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

ABS warning light

Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

(Red/yellow)

Electric power steering system warning light (warning
buzzer)

Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

(Flashes or

illuminates)

(If equipped)

PCS warning light

• When a buzzer sounds simultaneously:

Indicates a malfunction has occurred in the PCS (Pre-
Collision System).



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

• When a buzzer does not sound:

The PCS (Pre-Collision System) has become temporar-
ily unavailable, corrective action may be necessary.



Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display. (



P. 294, 608)

If the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or VSC (Vehicle Stability
Control) system is disabled, the PCS warning light will illu-
minate.



P. 306

(Orange)

(If equipped)

LTA indicator (warning buzzer)

Indicates a malfunction in the LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)



Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display. (



P. 321)

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

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Slip indicator light

Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC system;
• The TRAC system; or
• The hill-start assist control system



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

The light will flash when the ABS, VSC or TRAC system is
operating.

High coolant temperature warning light

• When the light flashes:

Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high
The light changes from a flashing to a solid light when
the temperature further increases



Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place. (



P. 656)

• When the light comes on without flashing:

Indicates a malfunction in the exhaust heat recirculator
system



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

(Flashes)

(If equipped)

PKSB OFF indicator

Indicates a malfunction in the Parking Support Brake func-
tion



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

The warning light will operate as follows, even when the
system is not malfunctioning:
• The light will come on when the Parking Support Brake

function is turned off (



P. 375)

• The light will come on when the Parking Support Brake

function is operating (



P. 379)

• The light will flash when the system cannot be temporar-

ily used (



P. 383)

Open door warning light (warning buzzer)

*

3

Indicates that a door is not fully closed



Check that all the doors are closed.

Low fuel level warning light

Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 1.7 gal.
(6.4 L, 1.4 Imp.gal.) or less



Refuel the vehicle.

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

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Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light
(warning buzzer)

*

4

Warns the driver and/or front passenger to fasten their
seat belts



Fasten the seat belt.
If the front passenger’s seat is occupied, the front
passenger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to
make the warning light (warning buzzer) turn off.

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights (warning
buzzer)

*

5

Warns the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts



Fasten the seat belt.

Master warning light

A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and
flashes to indicate that the master warning system has
detected a malfunction.



P. 603

Tire pressure warning light

When the light comes on:

Low tire inflation pressure such as

• Natural causes (



P. 599)

• Flat tire (



P. 611, 631)



Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified

level.

The light will turn off after a few minutes. In case

the light does not turn off even if the tire inflation

pressure is adjusted, have the system checked by

your Toyota dealer.

When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute:

Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system

(



P. 599)



Have the system checked by your Toyota dealer.

(Flashes)

(If equipped)

“AFS OFF” indicator

Indicates a malfunction in the adaptive front-lighting sys-
tem



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

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Brake Override System/Drive-Start Control/
Parking Support Brake function (symbol display)

*

6

Brake Override System

Indicates that the accelerator and brake pedals are being
depressed simultaneously, and the Brake Override Sys-
tem is operating



Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake
pedal.

Indicates a malfunction in the Brake Override System
(with warning buzzer)



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

Drive-Start Control

Indicates that the shift position was changed and Drive-
Start Control was operated while depressing the accelera-
tor pedal (with warning buzzer)



Momentarily release the accelerator pedal.

Indicates a malfunction in the Drive-Start Control (with
warning buzzer)



Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

Parking Support Brake function

Indicates that the Parking Support Brake function (if
equipped) is operating (



P. 379)



Follow the instruction that is displayed on the multi-
information display.

(Canada only)

Low engine oil pressure warning (symbol display)

*

6

Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low



Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.

Warning light

Warning light/Details/Actions

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1

: Brake system warning buzzer:

When there is a possible problem that could affect braking performance,
the warning light will come on and a warning buzzer will sound.

*

2

: Low engine oil pressure warning buzzer:

A buzzer also sounds continuously for approximately 30 seconds at maxi-
mum in addition to the low engine oil pressure warning light when the
“READY” indicator is illuminated.

*

3

: Open door warning buzzer:

The open door warning buzzer sounds to alert one or more of the doors is
not fully closed (with the vehicle having reached a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h]).

*

4

: Driver’s seat belt warning buzzer:

The driver’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or
her seat belt is not fastened. Once the power switch is turned to ON mode,
the buzzer sounds. If the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer sounds
intermittently for a certain period of time after the vehicle reaches a certain
speed.
Front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer:
The front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the front
passenger that his or her seat belt is not fastened. If the seat belt is unfas-
tened, the buzzer sounds intermittently for a certain period of time after the
vehicle reaches a certain speed.

*

5

: Rear passengers’ seat belt warning buzzer:

The rear passengers’ seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the rear
passenger that his or her seat belt is not fastened. If the seat belt is unfas-
tened, the buzzer sounds intermittently for a certain period of time, after
the seat belt is fastened and unfastened and the vehicle reaches a certain
speed.

*

6

: This symbol is displayed on the multi-information display.

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SRS warning light

This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact
sensors, side impact sensors (front door), side impact sensors (front), side
impact sensors (rear), driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front passenger occu-
pant classification system (ECU and sensors), “AIR BAG ON” indicator light,
“AIR BAG OFF” indicator light, front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch, seat
belt pretensioners, airbags, interconnecting wiring and power sources.
(



P. 35)

■

Front passenger detection sensor, seat belt reminder and warning
buzzer

●

If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detec-
tion sensor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to
sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.

●

If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger,
and the warning light may not operate properly.

■

Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)

When the 12-volt battery charge becomes insufficient or the voltage tempo-
rarily drops, the electric power steering system warning light may come on
and the warning buzzer may sound.

■

If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving

First check the following:

●

Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.

●

Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.

The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after several driving trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off even after several trips, con-
tact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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When the tire pressure warning light comes on

Inspect the appearance of the tire to check that the tire is not punctured.
If the tire is punctured:



P. 611, 631

If the tire is not punctured:
Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level. Initial-

izing the tire pressure warning system will not turn off the tire pressure

warning light.

■

The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes

The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes such

as natural air leaks and tire inflation pressure changes caused by tem-

perature. In this case, adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off the

warning light (after a few minutes).

■

When a tire is replaced with a spare tire

Vehicles with compact spare tire: The compact spare tire is not equipped

with a tire pressure warning valve and transmitter. If a tire goes flat, the

tire pressure warning light will not turn off even though the flat tire has

been replaced with the spare tire. Replace the spare tire with the repaired

tire and adjust the tire inflation pressure. The tire pressure warning light

will go off after a few minutes.
Vehicles with full-size spare tire: The spare tire is also equipped with a tire

pressure warning valve and transmitter. The tire pressure warning light

will turn on if the tire inflation pressure of the spare tire is low. If a tire goes

flat, the tire pressure warning light will not turn off even though the flat tire

has been replaced with the spare tire. Replace the spare tire with the

repaired tire and adjust the tire inflation pressure. The tire pressure warn-

ing light will go off after a few minutes.

■

Conditions that the tire pressure warning system may not function

properly



P. 538

■

If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking

for 1 minute

If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for

1 minute when the power switch is turned to ON mode, have it checked

by your Toyota dealer.

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Warning buzzer

In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard due to being in a noisy location
or audio sound.

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WARNING

■

When the electric power steering system warning light comes on

When the light comes on yellow, the assist to the power steering is
restricted. When the light comes on red, the assist to the power steering is
lost and handling operations of the steering wheel become extremely
heavy. When steering wheel operations are heavier than usual, grip the
steering wheel firmly and operate it using more force than usual.

■

If the tire pressure warning light comes on

Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could

cause a loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.

●

Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire

inflation pressure immediately.

●

Vehicles with emergency tire puncture repair kit: If the tire pressure

warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjustment, it

is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is flat,

repair the flat tire by using emergency tire puncture repair kit.

●

Vehicles with spare tire: If the tire pressure warning light comes on

even after tire inflation pressure adjustment, it is probable that you

have a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is flat, change it with the spare

tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest Toyota dealer.

●

Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,

you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.

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If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur

The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

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Maintenance of the tires

Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly

when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the

vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure

label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a dif-

ferent size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation

pressure label [tire and load information label], you should determine

the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire

pressure monitoring system (TPMS-tire pressure warning system) that

illuminates a low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) when

one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,

when the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) illumi-

nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and

inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-

inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.

Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may

affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) is not a sub-

stitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to

maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached

the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale (tire

pressure warning light).
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS (tire pressure warn-

ing system) malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not

operating properly. The TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunc-

tion indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure

warning light). When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will

flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illumi-

nated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups

as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illu-

minated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pres-

sure as intended.
TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunctions may occur for a vari-

ety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires

or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning

system) from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS (tire pres-

sure warning system) malfunction telltale after replacing one or more

tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alter-

nate tires and wheels allow the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) to

continue to function properly.

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NOTICE

■

To ensure the tire pressure warning system operates properly

Do not install tires with different specifications or makers, as the tire

pressure warning system may not operate properly.

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If a warning message is displayed

Master warning light

The master warning light also
comes on or flashes in order to
indicate that a message is cur-
rently being displayed on the multi-
information display.

*

Multi-information display
Handling method

Follow the instructions of the mes-
sage on the multi-information dis-
play.

If any of the warning messages are shown again after the following
actions have been performed, contact your Toyota dealer.

*

: The master warning light may not come on or flash when a warning mes-

sage is displayed.

The multi-information display shows warnings of system mal-
functions, incorrectly performed operations, and messages that
indicate a need for maintenance. When a message is shown,
perform the correction procedure appropriate to the message.

1

2
3

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The warning lights and warning buzzers operate as follows depending
on the content of the message. If a message indicates the need for
inspection by a dealer, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.

The operation of the warning lights and warning buzzers may differ
from those stated. In this case, perform the correction procedure
according to the displayed message.

*

: A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi-informa-

tion display.

Messages and warnings

System

warning

light

Warning

buzzer

*

Warning

Comes on



Sounds

Indicates an important situation, such
as when a system related to driving is
malfunctioning or that danger may
result if the correction procedure is not
performed



Comes on

or flashes

Sounds

Indicates an important situation, such
as when the systems shown on the
multi-information display may be mal-
functioning

Flashes



Sounds

Indicates a situation, such as when
damage to the vehicle or danger may
result

Comes on



Does not

sound

Indicates a condition, such as mal-
function of electrical components, their
condition, or indicates the need for
maintenance

Flashes



Does not

sound

Indicates a situation, such as when an
operation has been performed incor-
rectly, or indicates how to perform an
operation correctly

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Warning messages

The warning messages explained below may differ from the actual messages
according to operation conditions and vehicle specifications.

■

System warning lights

The master warning light does not come on or flash in the following cases.
Instead, a separate system warning light will come on along with a message
or image shown on the multi-information display.

●

“Antilock Brake System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer”:
The ABS warning light comes on. (



P. 593)

●

“Braking Power Low Visit Your Dealer”:
The brake system warning light (yellow) will come on. (



P. 592)

●

Indicates that a door is not fully closed while the vehicle is stopped.:
The Open door warning light comes on. (



P. 594)

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If “Visit Your Dealer” is shown

The system or part shown on the multi-information display is malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

■

If a message about an operation is shown

●

If a message about an operation of the accelerator pedal or brake pedal is
shown
• A warning message about an operation of the brake pedal may be shown

while the driving assist systems such as PCS (Pre-Collision System) (if
equipped) or the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range (if
equipped) is operating. If a warning message is shown, be sure to decel-
erate the vehicle or follow an instruction shown on the multi-information
display.

• A warning message is shown when Brake Override System operates.

(



P. 229, 608)

• A warning message is shown when Drive-Start Control or Parking Sup-

port Brake function (if equipped) operates (



P. 230, 379). Follow the

instructions on the multi-information display.

●

If a message about an operation of the power switch is shown
An instruction for operation of the power switch is shown when the incorrect
procedure for starting the hybrid system is performed or the power switch is
operated incorrectly. Follow the instructions shown on the multi-information
display to operate the power switch again.

●

If a message about a shift operation is shown
To prevent the shift position from being selected incorrectly or the vehicle
from moving unexpectedly, the shift position may be changed automatically
(



P. 257) or shift operation may be required. In this case, change the shift

position following the instructions on the multi-information display.

●

If a message or image about an open/close state of a part or replenishment
of a consumable is shown
Confirm the part indicated by the multi-information display or a warning light,
and then perform the coping method such as closing the open door or
replenishing a consumable.

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If “See Owner’s Manual” is shown

●

If “Braking Power Low Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is shown,
this may be a malfunction. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be danger-
ous.

●

If “Engine Oil Pressure Low” is shown, this may be a malfunction. Immedi-
ately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.

●

If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunction. Immedi-
ately have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
• “Hybrid System Malfunction”
• “Check Engine”
• “Hybrid Battery System Malfunction”
• “Accelerator System Malfunction”
• “Smart Key System Malfunction See Owner’s Manual”

■

If “Shift System Not Active Apply Parking Brake Securely While Parking
See Owner’s Manual” is shown

Indicates a temporary operation failure or malfunction in the shift control sys-
tem. Immediately have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
When the message is shown, the hybrid system may not be started or the
shift position may not be changed normally. (Coping method:



P. 609)

■

If “Shift System Malfunction Apply Parking Brake Securely While Park-
ing See Owner’s Manual” is shown

Indicates a malfunction in the shift control system. Immediately have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
When the message is shown, the hybrid system may not be started or the
shift position may not be changed normally. (Coping method:



P. 609)

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If “

Switch Malfunction Apply Parking Brake Securely While Parking

See Owner’s Manual” is shown

The P position switch may not operate. Immediately have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
When parking the vehicle, stop the vehicle on level ground and apply the
parking brake firmly.

■

If “Shift System Malfunction Shifting Unavailable See Owner’s Manual”
is shown

Indicates a malfunction in the shift control system. Immediately have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
The shift position may not be shifted from P to other than P.

■

If “Shift System Malfunction Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual”
is shown

Indicates a malfunction in the shift control system. Immediately have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
The shift position may not be changed. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.

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If “Shift System Malfunction See Owner’s Manual” is shown

Indicates a malfunction in the shift control system. Immediately have the sys-
tem inspected by your Toyota dealer.
The system may not operate properly.

■

If “Low 12-Volt Battery Apply Parking Brake Securely While Parking See
Owner’s Manual” is shown

Indicates that the 12-volt battery charge is insufficient. Charge or replace the
12-volt battery.

●

When the message is shown, the hybrid system may not start or the shift
position may not be changed normally. (Coping method:



P. 609)

●

After charging the 12-volt battery, the message may not go off until the shift
position is changed from P.

■

If “Shifting Unavailable Low 12-Volt Battery See Owner’s Manual” is
shown

Indicates that the shift position cannot be changed because the voltage of the
12-volt battery drops. Charge or replace the 12-volt battery.
(Coping method in the case the 12-volt battery is discharged:



P. 650)

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If “Hybrid System Overheated. Reduced Output Power.” is shown

The message may be shown when driving under severe operating conditions.
(For example, when driving up a long steep hill or driving up a steep hill in
reverse.)
Coping method:



P. 656

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If “Maintenance required for Traction battery cooling parts See owner’s
manual” is shown

The filter may be clogged, the air intake vent may be blocked or there may be
a gap in the duct.

●

If the air intake vent is dirty, refer to P. 551 for information on how to clean
the air intake vent.

●

If the message is shown when the air intake vent is not dirty, have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

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If “Traction Battery Needs to be Protected Refrain From the Use of
Position” is shown

This message may be displayed when the shift position is in N.
As the hybrid battery (traction battery) can not be charged when the shift
position is in N, shift the shift position to P when the vehicle is stopped.

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If “Traction Battery Needs to be Protected Shift into

to Restart” is

shown

This message is displayed when the hybrid battery (traction battery) charge
has become extremely low because the vehicle has been left with the N shift
position selected for a certain amount of time.
When operating the vehicle, shift to P and restart the hybrid system.

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If “Shift to

Before Exiting Vehicle” is shown

Message is displayed when the driver’s door is opened without turning the
power switch to off with the shift position in any position other than P.
Shift the shift position to P.

■

If “Shift is in

Release Accelerator Before Shifting” is shown

Message is displayed when the accelerator pedal has been depressed and
the shift position is in N.
Release the accelerator pedal and shift the shift position to D or R.

■

If “Depress Brake When Vehicle is Stopped. Hybrid System may Over-
heat.” is shown

The message may be shown when the accelerator pedal is depressed to hold
the vehicle while the vehicle is stopped on an uphill, etc.
The hybrid system may overheat. Release the accelerator pedal and depress
the brake pedal.

■

If “Shifted to

Stop Vehicle to Shift to

” is shown

If the P position switch is pressed while driving, the shift position is changed
to N and the message is shown. (



P. 257)

■

If “Auto Power OFF to Conserve Battery” is shown

The power switch has been turned off by the automatic power off function.
When starting the hybrid system next time, operate the hybrid system for
approximately 5 minutes to recharge the 12-volt battery.

■

If “Engine Oil Level Low Add or Replace” is displayed

The engine oil level may be low. Check the level of the engine oil, and add
engine oil if necessary. This message may be displayed if the vehicle is
stopped on a slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface and check if the mes-
sage disappears.

■

If “Accelerator and Brake Pedals Pressed Simultaneously” is shown

The accelerator and brake pedals are being depressed simultaneously.
(



P. 229)

Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal.

■

If a message that indicates the malfunction of front camera is dis-
played.

*

The following systems may be suspended until the problem shown in the
message is resolved. (



P. 294, 592)

●

PCS (Pre-Collision System)

*

●

LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)

*

●

AHB (Automatic High Beam)

*

●

RSA (Road Sign Assist)

*

●

Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range

*

*

: If equipped

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If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable See Owner’s Manual” is shown

The dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range system is suspended
temporarily or until the problem shown in the message is resolved. (causes
and coping methods:



P. 294)

■

If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable” is shown

The dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range system cannot be
used temporarily. Use the system when it becomes available again.

■

If “Maintenance Required Soon” is displayed (U.S.A. only)

Indicates that all maintenance according to the driven distance on the mainte-
nance schedule

*

should be performed soon.

Comes on approximately 4500 miles (7200 km) after the message has been
reset.
If necessary, perform maintenance. Please reset the message after the main-
tenance is performed. (



P. 506)

*

: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual

Supplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

■

If “Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer” is displayed (U.S.A. only)

Indicates that all maintenance is required to correspond to the driven distance
on the maintenance schedule

*

.

Comes on approximately 5000 miles (8000 km) after the message has been
reset. (The indicator will not work properly unless the message has been
reset.)
Perform the necessary maintenance. Please reset the message after the
maintenance is performed. (



P. 506)

*

: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual

Supplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

■

If the shift position cannot be changed or the power switch is turned to
ACCESSORY mode even if trying to turn the power switch off when a
warning message is shown

If the 12-volt battery is discharged or the shift control system is malfunction-
ing, the followings may occur.

●

The shift position may not be changed to P.
When parking, stop the vehicle on level ground and apply the parking brake
firmly.

●

The hybrid system may not start.

●

The power switch may be turned to ACCESSORY mode even if trying to
turn the power switch off.
In this case, the power switch may be turned off after applying the parking
brake.

●

The automatic P position selection function (



P. 258) may not operate.

Before turning the power switch off, be sure to press the P position switch
and check that the shift position is in P by the shift position indicator or P
position switch indicator.

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Warning buzzer



P. 599

NOTICE

■

If “Have Traction Battery Inspected” is shown

The hybrid battery (traction battery) is scheduled to be inspected or
replaced. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

●

Continuing to drive the vehicle without having the hybrid battery (traction
battery) inspected will cause the hybrid system not to start.

●

If the hybrid system does not start, contact your Toyota dealer immedi-
ately.

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If you have a flat tire (vehicles without

spare tire)

Your vehicle is not equipped with a spare tire, but instead is
equipped with an emergency tire puncture repair kit.
A puncture caused by a nail or screw passing through the tire
tread can be repaired temporarily using the emergency tire
puncture repair kit. (The kit contains a bottle of sealant. The
sealant can be used only once to temporarily repair one tire
without removing the nail or screw from the tire.) After temporar-
ily repairing the tire with the kit, have the tire repaired or
replaced by your Toyota dealer.

WARNING

■

If you have a flat tire

Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the

wheel beyond repair, which could result in an accident.

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Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a hard, flat surface.

●

Set the parking brake.

●

Shift the shift position to P.

●

Stop the hybrid system.

●

Turn on the emergency flashers.

●

Check the degree of the tire damage.

A tire should only be repaired
with the emergency tire punc-
ture repair kit if the damage is
caused by a nail or screw pass-
ing through the tire tread.

• Do not remove the nail or

screw from the tire. Remov-
ing the object may widen the
opening and make emer-
gency repair with the repair
kit impossible.

• To avoid sealant leakage, move the vehicle until the area of the

puncture, if known, is positioned at the top of the tire.

■

A flat tire that cannot be repaired with the emergency tire puncture

repair kit

In the following cases, the tire cannot be repaired with the emergency tire

puncture repair kit. Contact your Toyota dealer.

●

When the tire is damaged due to driving without sufficient air pressure

●

When there are any cracks or damage at any location on the tire, such

as on the side wall, except the tread

●

When the tire is visibly separated from the wheel

●

When the cut or damage to the tread is 0.16 in. (4 mm) long or more

●

When the wheel is damaged

●

When two or more tires have been punctured

●

When more than one sharp objects such as nails or screws have passed

through the tread on a single tire

●

When the sealant has expired

Before repairing the tire

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2WD models

Location of the emergency tire puncture repair kit and tools

Jack handle
Jack
(Use of the jack:



P. 617)

Wheel nut wrench

Emergency tire puncture
repair kit
Towing eyelet

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Towing eyelet
Jack handle
Wheel nut wrench

Emergency tire puncture
repair kit
Jack
(Use of the jack:



P. 617)

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3

4

5

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Emergency tire puncture repair kit components

Hose
Air release cap
Sticker

Power plug
Air pressure gauge
Compressor switch

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Pull up the handle to open the
deck board.

Secure the deck board using
the grocery bag hooks.
(



P. 469)

Take out the emergency tire puncture repair kit.

2WD models: If the luggage cover (if equipped) is stowed, turn over the

tonneau cover to take out the emergency tire puncture repair kit.

Taking out the emergency tire puncture repair kit

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2

3

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

AWD models

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Taking out the jack

Unhook the tightening strap and take out the jack.

■

Storing the jack

Place the jack in the same direction as the mark next to the storage

space.

2WD models

AWD models

2WD models

AWD models

WARNING

■

After using the tools and jack

Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in

their storage location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a

collision or sudden braking.

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Take out the repair kit from the plastic bag.
Remove the valve cap from the
valve of the punctured tire.

Extend the hose. Remove the
air release cap from the hose.

Attach the sticker enclosed with

the bottle on the specified loca-

tions. (See step

.)

You will use the air release cap

again. Therefore keep it in a safe

place.

Connect the hose to the valve.

Screw the end of the hose clock-

wise as far as possible.

Emergency repair method

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Make sure that the compressor
switch is off.

Lift the rubber stopper on the
compressor.

Remove the power plug from
the compressor.

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Connect the power plug to the
power outlet socket. (



P. 474)

Connect the bottle to the com-
pressor.

As shown in the illustration, insert

the bottle securely into the com-

pressor until the upper side of the

mark on the bottle is aligned with

the upper end of the notch.

Attach the sticker provided with
the tire puncture repair kit to a
position easily seen from the
driver’s seat.

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Check the specified tire inflation
pressure.

Tire inflation pressure is specified

on the label on the driver’s side

pillar as shown. (



P. 672)

Start the hybrid system. (



P. 245)

To inject the sealant and inflate
the tire, turn the compressor
switch on.

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Inflate the tire until the specified air pressure is reached.

The sealant will be injected
and the pressure will spike to
between 44 psi (300 kPa,
3.0 kgf/cm

2

or bar) and

58 psi (400 kPa, 4.0 kgf/cm

2

or bar), then gradually
decrease.
The air pressure gauge will
display the actual tire infla-
tion pressure about 1 to 5
minutes after the switch is
turned on.

• Turn the compressor switch

off and then check the tire
inflation

pressure.

Being

careful not to over inflate,
check and repeat the inflation
procedure until the specified
tire inflation pressure is
reached.

• The tire can be inflated for about 5 to 20 minutes (depending on

the outside temperature). If the tire inflation pressure is still lower
than the specified point after inflation for 25 minutes, the tire is
too damaged to be repaired. Turn the compressor switch off and
contact your Toyota dealer.

• If the tire inflation pressure exceeds the specified air pressure, let

out some air to adjust the tire inflation pressure. (



P. 625, 672)

With the compressor switch off, disconnect the hose from the valve
on the tire and then pull out the power plug from the power outlet
socket.

Some sealant may leak when the hose is removed.

Install the valve cap onto the valve of the emergency repaired tire.

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Attach the air release cap to the
end of the hose.

If the air release cap is not

attached, the sealant may leak

and the vehicle may get dirty.

Temporarily store the bottle in the luggage compartment while it is
connected to the compressor.
To spread the liquid sealant evenly within the tire, immediately drive
safely for about 3 miles (5 km) below 50 mph (80 km/h).
After driving, stop your vehicle
in a safe place on a hard, flat
surface and reconnect the
repair kit.

Remove the air release cap from

the hose before reconnecting the

hose.

Turn the compressor switch on and wait for several seconds, then
turn it off. Check the tire inflation pressure.

If the tire inflation pressure is
under

19 psi

(130 kPa,

1.3 kgf/cm

2

or bar): The

puncture cannot be repaired.
Contact your Toyota dealer.
If the tire inflation pressure is
19 psi (130 kPa, 1.3 kgf/cm

2

or bar) or higher, but less
than the specified air pres-
sure: Proceed to step

.

If the tire inflation pressure is the specified air pressure (



P. 672):

Proceed to step

.

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3

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Turn the compressor switch on to inflate the tire until the specified
air pressure is reached. Drive for about 3 miles (5 km) and then
perform step

.

Attach the air release cap to the
end of the hose.

If the air release cap is not

attached, the sealant may leak

and the vehicle may get dirty.

Store the bottle in the luggage compartment while it is connected to
the compressor.
Taking precautions to avoid sudden braking, sudden acceleration
and sharp turns, drive carefully at under 50 mph (80 km/h) to the
nearest Toyota dealer that is less than 62 miles (100 km) away for
tire repair or replacement.

When having the tire repaired or replaced, make sure to tell the Toyota

dealer that the sealant is injected.

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If the tire is inflated to more than the specified air pressure

Disconnect the hose from the valve.

Disconnect the hose from the valve, remove the air release cap from

the hose and then reconnect the hose.
Turn the compressor switch on and wait for several seconds, and then

turn it off. Check that the air pressure indicator shows the specified air

pressure. (



P. 672)

If the air pressure is under the designated pressure, turn the compres-

sor switch on again and repeat the inflation procedure until the speci-

fied air pressure is reached.

■

The valve of a tire that has been repaired

After a tire is repaired with the emergency tire puncture repair kit, the

valve should be replaced.

■

After a tire is repaired with the emergency tire puncture repair kit

●

The tire pressure warning valve and transmitter should be replaced.

●

Even if the tire inflation pressure is at the recommended level, the tire

pressure warning light may come on/flash.

■

Note for checking the emergency tire puncture repair kit

Check the sealant expiry date occasionally.

The expiry date is shown on the bottle. Do not use sealant whose expiry

date has already passed. Otherwise, repairs conducted using the emer-

gency tire puncture repair kit may not be performed properly.

Install the air release cap to the end of

the hose and push the protrusion on

the air release cap into the tire valve

to let some air out.

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Emergency tire puncture repair kit

●

The emergency tire puncture repair kit is for filling the car tire with air.

●

The sealant has a limited life span. The expiry date is marked on the

bottle. The sealant should be replaced before the expiry date. Contact

your Toyota dealer for replacement.

●

The sealant stored in the emergency tire puncture repair kit can be used

only once to temporarily repair a single tire. If the sealant in the bottle

and other parts of the kit have been used and need to be replaced, con-

tact your Toyota dealer.

●

The compressor can be used repeatedly.

●

The sealant can be used when the outside temperature is from -40°F

(-40°C) to 140°F (60°C).

●

The kit is exclusively designed for size and type of tires originally

installed on your vehicle. Do not use it for tires that a different size than

the original ones, or for any other purposes.

●

If the sealant gets on your clothes, it may stain.

●

If the sealant adheres to a wheel or the surface of the vehicle body, the

stain may not be removable if it is not cleaned at once. Immediately wipe

away the sealant with a wet cloth.

●

During operation of the repair kit, a loud operation noise is produced.

This does not indicate a malfunction.

●

Do not use to check or to adjust the tire pressure.

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WARNING

■

Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire

Do not continue driving with a flat tire.

Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the

wheel beyond repair.
Driving with a flat tire may cause a circumferential groove on the side

wall. In such a case, the tire may explode when using a repair kit.

■

Caution while driving

●

Store the repair kit in the luggage compartment.

Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.

●

The repair kit is exclusively only for your vehicle.

Do not use repair kit on other vehicles, which could lead to an accident

causing death or serious injury.

●

Do not use repair kit for tires that are different size than the original

ones, or for any other purpose. If the tires have not been completely

repaired, it could lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.

■

Precautions for use of the sealant

●

Ingesting the sealant is hazardous to your health. If you ingest sealant,

consume as much water as possible, and then immediately consult a

doctor.

●

If sealant gets in eyes or adheres to skin, immediately wash it off with

water. If discomfort persists, consult a doctor.

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■

When fixing the flat tire

●

Stop your vehicle in a safe and flat area.

●

Do not touch the wheels or the area around the brakes immediately

after the vehicle has been driven.

After the vehicle has been driven, the wheels and the area around the

brakes may be extremely hot. Touching these areas with hands, feet or

other body parts may result in burns.

●

Connect the valve and hose securely with the tire installed on the vehi-

cle. If the hose is not properly connected to the valve, air leakage may

occur as sealant may be sprayed out.

●

If the hose comes off the valve while inflating the tire, there is a risk

that the hose will move abruptly due to air pressure.

●

After inflation of the tire has completed, the sealant may splatter when

the hose is disconnected or some air is let out of the tire.

●

Follow the operation procedure to repair the tire. If the procedures not

followed, the sealant may spray out.

●

Keep back from the tire while it is being repaired, as there is a chance

of it bursting while the repair operation is being performed. If you

notice any cracks or deformation of the tire, turn off the compressor

switch and stop the repair operation immediately.

●

The repair kit may overheat if operated for a long period of time. Do not

operate the repair kit continuously for more than 40 minutes.

●

Parts of the repair kit become hot during operation. Be careful handling

the repair kit during and after operation. Do not touch the metal part

connecting the bottle and the compressor. It will be extremely hot.

●

Do not attach the vehicle speed warning sticker to an area other than

the one indicated. If the sticker is attached to an area where an SRS

airbag is located, such as the pad of the steering wheel, it may prevent

the SRS airbag from operating properly.

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WARNING

■

Driving to spread the liquid sealant evenly

Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.

Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death

or serious injury.

●

Drive the vehicle carefully at a low speed. Be especially careful when

turning and cornering.

●

If the vehicle does not drive straight or you feel a pull through the

steering wheel, stop the vehicle and check the following.
• Tire condition. The tire may have separated from the wheel.

• Tire inflation pressure. If the tire inflation pressure is 19 psi

(130 kPa, 1.3 kgf/cm

2

or bar) or less, the tire may be severely dam-

aged.

NOTICE

■

When performing an emergency repair

●

A tire should only be repaired with the emergency tire puncture repair

kit if the damage is caused by a sharp object such as nail or screw

passing through the tire tread.

Do not remove the sharp object from the tire. Removing the object may

widen the opening and disenable emergency repair with the repair kit.

●

The repair kit is not waterproof. Make sure that the repair kit is not

exposed to water, such as when it is being used in the rain.

●

Do not put the repair kit directly onto dusty ground such as sand at the

side of the road. If the repair kit vacuums up dust etc., a malfunction

may occur.

■

Precautions for the emergency tire puncture repair kit

●

The repair kit power source should be 12 V DC suitable for vehicle

use. Do not connect the repair kit to any other source.

●

If fuel splatters on the repair kit, the repair kit may deteriorate. Take

care not to allow fuel to contact it.

●

Place the repair kit in a storage to prevent it from being exposed to dirt

or water.

●

Store the repair kit in the luggage compartment out of reach of chil-

dren.

●

Do not disassemble or modify the repair kit. Do not subject parts such

as the air pressure indicator to impacts. This may cause a malfunction.

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■

To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valves and transmit-

ters

When a tire is repaired with liquid sealants, the tire pressure warning

valve and transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant is

used, contact your Toyota dealer or other qualified service shop as soon

as possible. After use of liquid sealant, make sure to replace the tire

pressure warning valve and transmitter when repairing or replacing the

tire. (



P. 534)

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If you have a flat tire (vehicles with spare

tire)

●

Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a hard, flat surface.

●

Set the parking brake.

●

Shift the shift position to P.

●

Stop the hybrid system.

●

Turn on the emergency flashers. (



P. 580)

Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be
replaced with the spare tire.
For details about tires:



P. 532

WARNING

■

If you have a flat tire

Do not continue driving with a flat tire.

Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the

wheel beyond repair, which could result in an accident.

Before jacking up the vehicle

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Vehicles with compact spare tire

Location of the spare tire, jack and tools

Wheel nut wrench
Jack handle
Towing eyelet

Jack
Spare tire

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Vehicles with full-size spare tire

Jack handle
Wheel nut wrench
Spare tire

Towing eyelet
Jack

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5

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■

Using the tire jack

Observe the following precautions.

Improper use of the tire jack may cause the vehicle to suddenly fall off

the jack, leading to death or serious injury.

●

Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat

tire.

Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for

replacing tires on this vehicle.

●

Do not raise the vehicle while someone is inside.

●

Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or

installing and removing tire chains.

●

Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while it is supported

by the jack.

●

Do not start the hybrid system or drive the vehicle while the vehicle is

supported by the jack.

●

When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.

●

Do not raise the vehicle to a height greater than that required to

replace the tire.

●

Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.

●

When lowering the vehicle, make sure that there is no-one near the

vehicle. If there are people nearby, warn them vocally before lowering.

●

Put the jack properly in its jack point.

(



P. 638)

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Pull up the handle to open the
deck board.

Secure the deck board using
the grocery bag hooks.
(



P. 469)

Unhook the tightening strap
and take out the jack.

Taking out the jack

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Open and secure the deck board. (



P. 635)

Remove the tray.

Vehicles with compact spare tire: If the luggage cover is stowed

(



P. 472), remove both the tray and luggage cover.

Loosen the center fastener that
secures the spare tire.

Taking out the spare tire

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2



Vehicles with compact spare
tire



Vehicles with full-size spare
tire

3

WARNING

■

When storing the spare tire

Be careful not to catch fingers or other body parts between the spare

tire and the body of the vehicle.

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Chock the tires.

For vehicles with the wheel
ornament: Remove the wheel
ornament using the wrench.
To prevent damage, cover the
tip of the wrench with a rag.

Slightly loosen the wheel nuts
(one turn).

Replacing a flat tire

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Wheel chock positions

Front

Left-hand side

Behind the rear right-hand side tire

Right-hand side

Behind the rear left-hand side tire

Rear

Left-hand side

In front of the front right-hand side tire

Right-hand side

In front of the front left-hand side tire

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Turn the tire jack portion

by

hand until the center of the
recessed portion of the jack is
in contact with the center of the
jack point.

Assemble the jack handle and
the wheel nut wrench as shown
in the illustration.

Raise the vehicle until the tire is
slightly raised off the ground.

Remove all the wheel nuts and
the tire.

When resting the tire on the

ground, place the tire so that the

wheel design faces up to avoid

scratching the wheel surface.

Jack point

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WARNING

■

Replacing a flat tire

●

Do not touch the disc wheels or the area around the brakes immedi-

ately after the vehicle has been driven.

After the vehicle has been driven the disc wheels and the area around

the brakes will be extremely hot. Touching these areas with hands, feet

or other body parts while changing a tire, etc. may result in burns.

●

Failure to follow these precautions could cause the wheel nuts to

loosen and the tire to fall off, resulting in death or serious injury.
• Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 76 ft•lbf

(103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m) as soon as possible after changing wheels.

• When installing a tire, only use wheel nuts that have been specifi-

cally designed for that wheel.

• If there are any cracks or deformations in the bolt screws, nut

threads or bolt holes of the wheel, have the vehicle inspected by

your Toyota dealer.

• When installing the wheel nuts, be sure to install the wheel nuts with

the tapered ends facing inward.

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Remove any dirt or foreign mat-
ter from the wheel contact sur-
face.

If foreign matter is on the wheel

contact surface, the wheel nuts

may loosen while the vehicle is in

motion, causing the tire to come

off.

Install the spare tire and loosely tighten each wheel nut by hand by
approximately the same amount.
When replacing an aluminum
wheel with a steel wheel
(including a compact spare
tire), tighten the wheel nuts until
the tapered portion comes into
loose contact with the disc
wheel seat.

When replacing an aluminum
wheel with an aluminum wheel,
turn the wheel nuts until the
washers come into contact with
the disc wheel.

Installing the spare tire

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Disc wheel seat

Washer

Disc wheel

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Lower the vehicle.

Firmly tighten each wheel nut
two or three times in the order
shown in the illustration.

Tightening torque:

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

For vehicles with the wheel
ornament: When reinstalling an
original wheel or installing a full-
size spare tire, reinstall the
wheel ornament.

*

Align the cutout of the wheel

ornament with the valve stem as

shown.

*

: The wheel ornament cannot be

installed on the compact spare
tire.

Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools.

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The compact spare tire (if equipped)

●

The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE

ONLY” on the tire sidewall.

Use the compact spare tire temporarily, and only in an emergency.

●

Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the compact spare tire.

(



P. 672)

■

When using the compact spare tire (if equipped)

As the compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning

valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be

indicated by the tire pressure warning system. Also, if you replace the

compact spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the light

remains on.

■

When the compact spare tire is equipped (if equipped)

The vehicle height may become lower when driving with the compact

spare tire compared to when driving with standard tires.

■

If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ice (vehi-

cles with compact spare tire)

Install the compact spare tire on one of the rear wheels of the vehicle.

Perform the following steps and fit tire chains to the front tires:

Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire.
Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of the vehi-

cle.
Fit tire chains to the front tires.

■

Jack point

■

Storing the jack

The mark indicating the jack point is

stamped on the underside of the vehi-

cle.

Place the jack in the same direction as

the mark next to the storage space.

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WARNING

■

When using the compact spare tire (if equipped)

●

Remember that the spare tire provided is specifically designed for use

with your vehicle. Do not use your spare tire on another vehicle.

●

Do not use more than one compact spare tire simultaneously.

●

Replace the spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.

●

Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shift-

ing operations that cause sudden engine braking.

■

When the compact spare tire is attached (if equipped)

The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following sys-

tems may not operate correctly:

Also, not only can the following system not be utilized fully, but it may

even negatively affect the drive-train components:
• E-Four (Electric Four wheel drive system)

*

*

: If equipped

■

Speed limit when using the compact spare tire (if equipped)

Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact

spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Fail-

ure to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or

serious injury.

■

After using the tools and jack

Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in

their storage location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a

collision or sudden braking.

• ABS & Brake assist

• VSC

• TRAC

• EPS

• AHB (Automatic High Beam)

*

• PCS (Pre-Collision System)

*

• LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)

*

• Dynamic radar cruise control

with full-speed range

*

• Cruise control

*

• BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)

*

• Intuitive parking assist

*

• Parking Support Brake function

*

• S-APGS (Simple Advanced

Parking Guidance System)

*

• Rear view monitor system

• Navigation system

*

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■

Be careful when driving over bumps with the compact spare tire

installed on the vehicle. (if equipped)

The vehicle height may become lower when driving with the compact

spare tire, compared to when driving with standard tires. Be careful

when driving over uneven road surfaces.

■

Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire (if equipped)

Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire.

Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving

performance.

■

When replacing the tires

When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning

valve and transmitter, contact your Toyota dealer as the tire pressure

warning valve and transmitter may be damaged if not handled correctly.

■

Handling the decorative resin parts (for vehicles equipped with 17-

inch wheels)



P. 500

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If the hybrid system will not start

One of the following may be the cause of the problem:

●

The electronic key may not be functioning properly.

*

(



P. 647)

●

There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. (



P. 90)

●

There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.

*

(



P. 95)

●

There may be a malfunction in the shift control system.

*

(



P. 249, 609)

●

The hybrid system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical prob-
lem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. How-
ever, depending on the type of malfunction, an interim measure is
available to start the hybrid system. (



P. 646)

●

There is a possibility that the temperature of the hybrid battery
(traction battery) is extremely low (approximately below -22°F
[-30°C]). (



P. 90, 248)

*

: It may not be possible to shift the shift position other than P.

One of the following may be the cause of the problem:

●

The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (



P. 650)

●

The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
(



P. 524)

Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on
the situation. Check the following and perform the appropriate
procedure:

The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed. (



P. 245)

The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.

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One of the following may be the cause of the problem:

●

The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (



P. 650)

●

One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be disconnected.
(



P. 524)

Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair
procedures are unknown.

When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the power
switch is functioning normally.
Do not use this starting procedure except in cases of emergency.

Set the parking brake.
Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the power switch for about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal firmly.

Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer.

The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.

Emergency start function

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If the electronic key does not operate

properly

Use the mechanical key (



P. 181) in order to perform the following

operations:

Locks all the doors
Closes the windows and moon
roof

*

1

(turn and hold)

*

2

Unlocks the door

Turning the key rearward unlocks
the driver’s door. Turning the key
once again within 3 seconds
unlocks the other doors.

Opens the windows and moon roof

*

1

(turn and hold)

*

2

*

1

: If equipped

*

2

: This setting must be customized at your Toyota dealer. (



P. 690)

If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is
interrupted (



P. 198) or the electronic key cannot be used

because the battery is depleted, the smart key system and
wireless remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the
doors can be opened and the hybrid system can be started by
following the procedure below.

Locking and unlocking the doors

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Depress the brake pedal.
Touch the Toyota emblem side
of the electronic key to the
power switch.

When the electronic key is
detected, a buzzer sounds and the
power switch will turn to ON mode.
When the smart key system is
deactivated in customization set-
ting, the power switch will turn to
ACCESSORY mode.

Firmly depress the brake pedal

and check that

is shown

on the multi-information display.

Press the power switch.

In the event that the hybrid system still cannot be operated, contact
your Toyota dealer.

Starting the hybrid system

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Stopping the hybrid system

Set the parking brake, shift the shift position to P and press the power switch
as you normally do when stopping the hybrid system.

■

Replacing the key battery

As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
(



P. 560)

■

Changing power switch modes

Release the brake pedal and press the power switch in step

above. The

hybrid system does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch
is pressed. (



P. 247)

■

When the electronic key does not work properly

●

Make sure that the smart key system has not been deactivated in the cus-
tomization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features:



P. 690)

●

Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function.
(



P. 198)

WARNING

■

When using the mechanical key and operating the power windows or
moon roof (if equipped)

Operate the power window or moon roof after checking to make sure that
there is no possibility of any passenger having any of their body parts
caught in the window or moon roof.
Also, do not allow children to operate the mechanical key. It is possible for
children and other passengers to get caught in the power window or moon
roof.

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If the 12-volt battery is discharged

If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle
with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your vehicle by following the
steps below.

Open the hood. (



P. 515)

Remove the engine cover.

Pull up the both ends of the cover
vertically.

The following procedures may be used to start the hybrid sys-
tem if the vehicle’s 12-volt battery is discharged.
You can also call your Toyota dealer or a qualified repair shop.

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Connect the jumper cables according to the following procedure:

Connect a positive jumper cable clamp to the positive (+) battery
terminal on your vehicle.
Connect the clamp on the other end of the positive cable to the
positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle.
Connect a negative cable clamp to the negative (-) battery termi-
nal on the second vehicle.
Connect the clamp at the other end of the negative cable to a
solid, stationary, unpainted metallic point away from the 12-volt
battery and any moving parts, as shown in the illustration.

Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed
slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5 minutes to
recharge the 12-volt battery of your vehicle.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start the
hybrid system of your vehicle by turning the power switch to ON
mode.
Make sure the “READY” indicator comes on. If the indicator light
does not come on, contact your Toyota dealer.

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Once the hybrid system has started, remove the jumper cables in
the exact reverse order from which they were connected.
To install the engine cover, conduct the removal procedure in
reverse. After installing, check that the fixed pins are inserted
securely.

Once the hybrid system starts, have the vehicle inspected at your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

■

When opening the cover of the positive (+) battery terminal



P. 525

■

Starting the hybrid system when the 12-volt battery is discharged

The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting.

■

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

●

Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid system is off.

●

Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running
at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.

■

When the 12-volt battery is removed or discharged

●

Information stored in the ECU is cleared. When the 12-volt battery is
depleted, have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota dealer.

●

Some systems may require initialization. (



P. 701)

■

When removing the 12-volt battery terminals

When the 12-volt battery terminals are removed, the information stored in the
ECU is cleared. Before removing the 12-volt battery terminals, contact your
Toyota dealer.

■

Charging the 12-volt battery

The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery will discharge gradually even when
the vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of
certain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the 12-volt
battery may discharge, and the hybrid system may be unable to start. (The
12-volt battery recharges automatically while the hybrid system is operating.)

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When recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery

●

In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart
key system when the 12-volt battery is discharged. Use the wireless remote
control or the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.

●

The hybrid system may not start on the first attempt after the 12-volt battery
has recharged but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a
malfunction.

●

The power switch mode is memorized by the vehicle. When the 12-volt bat-
tery is reconnected, the system will return to the mode it was in before the
12-volt battery was discharged. Before disconnecting the 12-volt battery,
turn the power switch off.
If you are unsure what mode the power switch was in before the 12-volt bat-
tery discharged, be especially careful when reconnecting the 12-volt battery.

●

If the 12-volt battery discharges while the shift position is in P, it may not be
possible to shift the shift position to other positions. In this case, the vehicle
cannot be towed without lifting both front wheels because the front wheels
will be locked. (



P. 584)

■

When replacing the 12-volt battery

●

Use a 12-volt battery that conforms to European regulations.

●

Use a 12-volt battery that the case size is same as the previous one (LN1),
20 hour rate capacity (20HR) is equivalent (45Ah) or greater, and perfor-
mance rating (CCA) is equivalent (295A) or greater.
• If the sizes differ, the 12-volt battery cannot be properly secured.
• If the 20 hour rate capacity is low, even if the time period where the vehi-

cle is not used is a short time, the 12-volt battery may discharge and the
hybrid system may not be able to start.

●

For details, consult your Toyota dealer.

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WARNING

■

When removing the 12-volt battery terminals

Always remove the negative (-) terminal first. If the positive (+) terminal con-
tacts any metal in the surrounding area when the positive (+) terminal is
removed, a spark may occur, leading to a fire in addition to electrical shocks
and death or serious injury.

■

Avoiding 12-volt battery fires or explosions

Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the 12-volt battery:

●

Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that
it is not unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.

●

Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” termi-
nal to come into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area,
such as brackets or unpainted metal.

●

Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.

●

Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the 12-volt battery.

■

12-volt battery precautions

The 12-volt battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte,
while related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following
precautions when handling the 12-volt battery:

●

When working with the 12-volt battery, always wear safety glasses and
take care not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with
skin, clothing or the vehicle body.

●

Do not lean over the 12-volt battery.

●

In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.

●

Always wash your hands after handling the 12-volt battery support, termi-
nals, and other battery-related parts.

●

Do not allow children near the 12-volt battery.

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NOTICE

■

When handling jumper cables

When connecting the jumper cables, ensure that they do not become entan-
gled in the cooling fans, etc.