Toyota Avalon Hybrid (2021 year). Manual in english - part 2

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Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle

There may be no engine sound or vibration even though the vehicle is able to
move with the “READY” indicator is illuminated. For safety, apply the parking
brake and make sure to shift the shift lever to P when parked.
The  following  sounds  or  vibrations  may  occur  when  the  hybrid  system  is
operating and are not a malfunction:

●

Motor sounds may be heard from the engine compartment.

●

Sounds  may  be  heard  from  the  hybrid  battery  (traction  battery)  under  the
rear seats when the hybrid system starts or stops.

●

Relay operating sounds such as a snap or soft clank will be emitted from the
hybrid battery (traction battery), under the rear seats, when the hybrid sys-
tem is started or stopped.

●

Sounds from the hybrid system may be heard when the trunk lid is open.

●

Sounds  may  be  heard  from  the  transmission  when  the  gasoline  engine
starts or stops, when driving at low speeds, or during idling.

●

Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply.

●

Sounds may be heard due to regenerative braking when the brake pedal is
depressed or as the accelerator pedal is released.

●

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

●

Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vent. (



P. 80)

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Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System

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

●

In very noisy areas

●

In the wind or the rain

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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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Customization

Some functions can be customized. (



P. 526)

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

Hybrid system precautions

Take care when handling the hybrid system, as it is a high volt-
age system (about 650 V at maximum) as well as contains parts
that become extremely hot when the hybrid system is operating.
Obey the warning labels attached to the vehicle.

Warning label
Service plug
Hybrid  battery  (traction  bat-
tery)
High voltage cables (orange)

Electric motor (traction motor)
Power control unit
Air conditioning compressor

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

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

A  message  is  automatically  displayed  when  a  malfunction  occurs  in
the hybrid system or an improper operation is attempted.
If a warning message is shown on
the multi-information display, read
the  message  and  follow  the
instructions. (



P. 465)

Hybrid battery (traction battery) air intake vent

Emergency shut off system 

Hybrid warning message

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If a warning light comes on, a warning message is displayed, or the 12-
volt battery is disconnected

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

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Running out of fuel

When the vehicle has run out of fuel and the hybrid system cannot be started,
refuel  the  vehicle  with  at  least  enough  gasoline  to  make  the  low  fuel  level
warning  light  (



P.  458)  go  off.  If  there  is  only  a  small  amount  of  fuel,  the

hybrid system may not be able to start. (The standard amount of fuel is about
2.3 gal. [8.8 L, 1.9 Imp. gal.] when the vehicle is on a level surface. This value
may vary when the vehicle is on a slope. Add extra fuel when the vehicle is
inclined.)

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Electromagnetic waves

●

High  voltage  parts  and  cables  on  hybrid  vehicles  incorporate  electromag-
netic shielding, and therefore emit approximately the same amount of elec-
tromagnetic  waves  as  conventional  gasoline  powered  vehicles  or  home
electronic appliances.

●

Your  vehicle  may  cause  sound  interference  in  some  third  party-produced
radio parts.

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Hybrid battery (traction battery)

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

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Starting the hybrid system in an extremely cold environment

When the hybrid battery (traction battery) is extremely cold (below approxi-
mately -22°F [-30°C]) under the influence of the outside temperature, it may
not be possible to start the hybrid system. In this case, try to start the hybrid
system  again  after  the  temperature  of  the  hybrid  battery  (traction  battery)
increases due to the outside temperature increase etc.

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WARNING

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High voltage precautions

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

●

Never  touch,  disassemble,  remove  or  replace  the  high  voltage  parts,
cables or their connectors.

●

The hybrid system will become hot after starting as the system uses high
voltage. Be careful of both the high voltage and the high temperature, and
always obey the warning labels attached to the vehicle.

●

Do  not  touch  the  service  plug  located
under the right side of the rear seat. The
service plug is used only when the vehi-
cle  is  serviced  and  is  subject  to  high
voltage.

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Road accident cautions

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

●

Pull your vehicle off the road, apply the parking brake, shift the shift lever
to P, and turn the hybrid system off.

●

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

●

If  electric  wires  are  exposed  inside  or  outside  your  vehicle,  an  electric
shock may occur. Never touch exposed electric wires.

●

If a fire occurs in the hybrid vehicle, leave the vehicle as soon as possible.
Never use a fire extinguisher that is not meant for electric fires. Using even
a small amount of water may be dangerous.

●

If  your  vehicle  needs  to  be  towed,  do  so  with  front  wheels  raised.  If  the
wheels connected to the electric motor (traction motor) are on the ground
when  towing,  the  motor  may  continue  to  generate  electricity.  This  may
cause a fire. (



P. 451)

●

Carefully inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that liquid has
leaked onto the ground, the fuel system may have been damaged. Leave
the vehicle as soon as possible.

●

If  electrolyte  is  leaking  from  the  hybrid  battery  (traction  battery),  do  not
approach the vehicle.
Even in the unlikely event that the hybrid battery (traction battery) is dam-
aged, the internal construction of the battery will prevent a large amount
of electrolyte from leaking out. However, any electrolyte that does leak out
will give off a vapor. This vapor is an irritant to skin and eyes and could
cause acute poisoning if inhaled.

●

Do not touch the hybrid battery (traction battery) if liquid is leaking from or
adhering to it. If electrolyte (carbonic-based organic electrolyte) from the
hybrid battery (traction battery) comes into contact with the eyes or skin, it
could cause blindness or skin wounds. In the unlikely event that it comes
into  contact  with  the  eyes  or  skin,  wash  it  off  immediately  with  a  large
amount of water, and seek immediate medical attention.

●

Do not bring burning or high-temperature items close to the electrolyte.
The electrolyte may ignite and cause a fire.

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Hybrid battery (traction battery)

●

Your vehicle contains a sealed lithium-ion battery.

●

Never resell, hand over or modify the hybrid battery. To prevent accidents,
hybrid batteries that have been removed from a disposed vehicle are col-
lected through Toyota dealer. Do not dispose of the battery yourself.
Unless the battery is properly collected, the following may occur, resulting
in death or serious injury:
• The hybrid battery may be illegally disposed of or dumped, and it is haz-

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

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

vehicle. If the hybrid battery is used outside of your vehicle or modified
in any way, accidents such as electric shock, heat generation, smoke
generation, an explosion and electrolyte leakage may occur.

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

●

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

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Hybrid battery (traction battery) air intake vent

●

Make sure not to block the air intake vent with anything, such as a seat
cover, plastic cover, or luggage. The hybrid battery (traction battery) may
overheat and be damaged.

●

When dust etc. has accumulated in the air intake vent, clean it with a vac-
uum cleaner to prevent the vent from clogging.

●

Do  not  get  water  or  foreign  materials  in  the  air  intake  vent  as  this  may
cause a short circuit and damage the hybrid battery (traction battery).

●

Do  not carry large amounts of  water such  as water  cooler  bottles in  the
vehicle. If water spills onto the hybrid battery (traction battery), the battery
may be damaged. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

●

There  is  a  filter  installed  to  the  air  intake  vent.  When  the  filter  remains
noticeably  dirty  even  after  cleaning  the  air  intake  vent,  filter  cleaning  or
replacement is recommended. When cleaning the filter, refer to P. 434.

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The  indicator  light  flashes  after
the power switch has been turned
off  to  indicate  that  the  system  is
operating.
The  indicator  light  stops  flashing
after  the  power  switch  has  been
turned  to  ACCESSORY  or  ON
mode  to  indicate  that  the  system
has been canceled.

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System maintenance

The vehicle has a maintenance-free type immobilizer system.

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Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction

●

If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object

●

If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle

Immobilizer system

The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent
the hybrid system from starting if a key has not been previously
registered in the vehicle’s on-board computer. 
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehi-
cle.
This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does
not guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.

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Certifications for the immobilizer system



For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.



For vehicles sold in Canada

WARNING

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Certifications for the engine immobilizer system

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTICE

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To ensure the system operates correctly

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

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The alarm uses light and sound to give an alert when an intrusion is
detected.
The  alarm  is  triggered  in  the  following  situations  when  the  alarm  is
set:

●

A locked door is unlocked or opened in any way other than using
the entry function, wireless remote control or mechanical key. 
(The doors will lock again automatically.)

●

The trunk is opened in any way other than using the entry function
or wireless remote control.

●

The hood is opened.

Close  the  doors,  trunk  and  hood,
and lock all the doors. The system
will  be  set  automatically  after  30
seconds.

The  indicator  light  changes  from
being on to flashing when the sys-
tem is set.

Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm:

●

Unlock the doors.

●

Open the trunk using the entry function or wireless remote control.

●

Turn  the  power  switch  to ACCESSORY  or  ON  mode,  or  start  the
hybrid system. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a few
seconds.)

Alarm

The alarm

Setting the alarm system

Deactivating or stopping the alarm

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System maintenance

The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.

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Items to check before locking the vehicle

To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of
the following:

●

Nobody is in the vehicle.

●

The windows and moon roof (if equipped) are closed before the alarm is set.

●

No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.

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Triggering of the alarm

The alarm may be triggered in the following situations:
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)

●

The trunk is opened using the mechani-
cal key.

●

A person inside the vehicle opens a door
or the trunk or hood, or unlocks the vehi-
cle.

●

The  12-volt  battery  is  recharged  or
replaced  when  the  vehicle  is  locked.
(

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P. 490)

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Alarm-operated door lock

In the following cases, depending on the situation, the door may automatically
lock to prevent improper entry into the vehicle:

●

When a person remaining in the vehicle unlocks the door and the alarm is
activated.

●

While the alarm is activated, a person remaining in the vehicle unlocks the
door.

●

When recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery

NOTICE

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To ensure the system operates correctly

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

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2. 

Instrument cluster

Warning lights and 

indicators .......................... 92

Gauges and meters ............ 98
Multi-information 

display............................. 102

Head-up display ................ 121
Energy monitor/

consumption screen........ 128

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Warning lights and indicators

The warning lights and indicators on the instrument cluster, cen-
ter panel and outside rear view mirrors inform the driver of the
status of the vehicle’s various systems. 
For  the  purpose  of  explanation,  the  following  illustrations  dis-
play all warning lights and indicators illuminated.

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Instrument cluster

Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle’s
systems.

Warning lights

*

1

(Red)

Brake system warning 
light (

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P. 455)

Parking brake indicator 
(

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P. 456)

*

1

(Yellow)

Brake  system  warning
light (



P. 455)

*

1, 3

Brake hold operated 
indicator (



P. 457)

*

2

High  coolant  tempera-
ture warning light 
(



P. 455)

*

1

(Red/yellow)

Electric power steering 
system warning light
(



P. 457)

*

2

Charging system 
warning light (



P. 455)

*

1, 4

PCS warning light 
(

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P. 457)

*

2

Low engine oil pressure 
warning light (

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P. 455)

*

1, 3

(if equipped)

ICS OFF indicator 
(



P. 457)

*

1

Malfunction indicator 
lamp (



P. 456)

*

2

(Amber)

LDA indicator (



P. 457)

*

1

SRS warning light 
(



P. 456)

*

1

Slip indicator (



P. 458)

*

1

ABS warning light 
(



P. 456)

Low fuel level warning 
light (



P. 458)

*

2

Brake  Override  System/
Drive-Start  Control/Intel-
ligent  Clearance  Sonar
(if  equipped)  warning
light (



P. 456)

Driver’s and front 
passenger’s seat belt 
reminder light 
(



P. 458)

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1

: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indi-

cate  that  a  system  check  is  being  performed. They  will  turn  off  after  the
hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in
a  system  if  a  light  does  not  come  on,  or  turn  off.  Have  the  vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.

*

2

: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.

*

3

: This light flashes to indicate a malfunction.

*

4

: This light flashes or illuminates to indicate a malfunction.

*

5

: This light illuminates on the center panel.

*

5

Rear passengers’ seat 
belt reminder lights 
(



P. 458)

*

1

Tire pressure warning 

light (



P. 458)

*

1

Master warning light 
(



P. 458)

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Instrument cluster

The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s
various systems. 

Indicators

Turn signal indicator 
(



P. 211)

*

2

Dynamic radar cruise 
control indicator 
(



P. 263)

Headlight indicator 
(



P. 218)

*

2

Cruise control “SET” 
indicator 
(



P. 263)

Headlight high beam 
indicator (



P. 218)

*

1, 3

PCS warning light 
(



P. 245)

*

2

Automatic High Beam 
indicator (



P. 222)

*

1, 3

(if equipped)

ICS OFF indicator 
(



P. 303)

*

2

AGC  (Auto  Glide  Con-
trol) indicator (



P. 322)

*

2

(White)

LDA indicator (



P. 252)

Parking brake indicator 
(



P. 212)

*

2

(Green)

LDA indicator (



P. 252)

*

1

Brake hold operated 
indicator (



P. 216)

*

2, 4

(Amber)

LDA indicator (



P. 252)

*

1

Brake hold standby 
indicator (



P. 216)

*

1, 4

Slip indicator (



P. 324)

*

2

Cruise control indicator 
(



P. 263)

*

1, 3

VSC OFF indicator 
(



P. 325)

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*

2

“BSM” indicator 
(



P. 276)

*

2

“SPORT” indicator
(



P. 321)

*

2

“RCTA” indicator 
(



P. 276)

*

2

“ECO MODE” indicator 
(



P. 321)

*

5, 6

BSM  (Blind  Spot  Moni-
tor)  outside  rear  view
mirror indicators 
(



P. 276)

*

2

EV drive mode indicator
(



P. 202)

*

1, 7

“AIR BAG 
ON/OFF”
indicator
(



P. 48)

*

2

EV indicator (



P. 77)

*

7

Security indicator 
(



P. 86, 88)

“READY” indicator 
(



P. 196)

*

2

(if equipped)

Intuitive  parking  assist
indicator (



P. 292)

*

2, 8

Low  outside  tempera-
ture indicator (



P. 98)

*

2

Smart  key  system  indi-
cator (



P. 196)

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2

Instrument cluster

*

1

: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indi-

cate  that  a  system  check  is  being  performed. They  will  turn  off  after  the
hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in
a  system  if  a  light  does  not  come  on,  or  turn  off.  Have  the  vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.

*

2

: This light illuminates on the multi-information display.

*

3

: This light turns on when the system is off.

*

4

: This light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.

*

5

: These  indicators  will  illuminate  in  the  following  situations  to  indicate  that

the system initial check is being performed: 

• When  the  BSM  function  or  RCTA  function  is  enabled  and  the  power

switch is turned to ON mode.

• When the power switch is ON mode and the BSM function is enabled.
• When the power switch is ON mode and the RCTA function is enabled.

(At this time, a buzzer will also sound). 
The indicators will turn off after a few seconds. If the indicators do not
illuminate or turn off, or if a buzzer does not sound when the RCTA func-
tion  is  enabled,  the  system  may  be  malfunctioning.  Have  the  vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.

*

6

: This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors.

*

7

: This light illuminates on the center panel.

*

8

: When the outside temperature is approximately 37°F (3°C) or lower, this

indicator will flash for approximately 10 seconds, then stay on.

WARNING

■

If a safety system warning light does not come on 

Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS warning lights not
come on when you start the hybrid system, this could mean that these sys-
tems are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could result
in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately if this occurs.

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

Hybrid System Indicator

Displays hybrid system output or regeneration level (



P. 100)

Shift position (



P. 205)

Outside temperature

Displays  the  outside  temperature  within  the  range  of  -40°F  (-40°C)  to
122°F  (50°C).  Low  outside  temperature  indicator  comes  on  when  the
ambient temperature is 37°F (3°C) or lower.

Multi-information display

Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (



P. 102)

Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction (



P. 465)

Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Odometer and trip meter 



P. 117)

Engine coolant temperature gauge

Displays the engine coolant temperature

Gauges and meters

1

2
3

4

5
6
7
8

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2

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The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.

The  brightness  of  some  of  the  interior  lights  will  be  changed  when  the
brightness of the instrument panel lights is adjusted. (→P. 352)

Darker
Brighter

• The brightness of the instrument

panel  lights  can  be  adjusted
individually  for  day  mode  and
night mode

*

.

• If  the  brightness  is  adjusted

when  the  surroundings  are
bright  and  the  tail  lights  are  on
(day  mode  brightness  adjust-
ment),  the  brightness  level  of
night  mode  will  be  adjusted  at
the same time.

*

: Day mode and night mode: 



P. 100

Instrument panel light control

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2

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■

The meters and display illuminate when

The power switch is in ON mode.

■

Brightness of the meters (day mode and night mode)

●

The  brightness  of  the  meters  is  changed  between  day  mode  and  night
mode.
• Day mode: When the tail lights are off or when the tail lights are on but

the surrounding area is bright

• Night mode: When the tail lights are on and the surrounding area is dark

●

When  in  night  mode,  the  brightness  will  be  reduced  slightly  unless  the
meters are set to the maximum brightness level.

■

Hybrid System Indicator

Shows  that  an  Eco-friendly  driving  range  is  being  exceeded  (during  full
power driving etc.)

●

By keeping the indicator needle within Eco area, more Eco-friendly driving
can be achieved.

●

Charge area  indicates  “regeneration”

*

 status.  Regenerated  energy  will  be

used to charge the battery.

*

: When  used  in  this  manual,  “regeneration”  refers  to  the  conversion  of

energy created by the movement of the vehicle into electrical energy.

The Hybrid System Indicator will not operate in the following situations: 

●

The “READY” indicator is not illuminated.

●

The shift lever is in any position other than D.

Charge area
Shows regenerative charging.
Hybrid Eco area
Shows  that  gasoline  engine  power  is
not being used very often.
The  gasoline  engine  will  automatically
stop  and  restart  under  various  condi-
tions.
Eco area
Shows that the vehicle is being driven in
an Eco-friendly manner.
Power area

1

2

3

4

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■

Engine speed

On  hybrid  vehicles,  engine  speed  is  precisely  controlled  in  order  to  help
improve fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust emissions etc.
There  are  times  when  the  engine  speed  that  is  displayed  may  differ  even
when vehicle operation and driving conditions are the same.

■

Outside temperature display

In  the  following  situations,  the  correct  outside  temperature  may  not  be  dis-
played, or the display may take longer than normal to change: 

●

When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 16 mph [25 km/h])

●

When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit
of a garage, tunnel, etc.)

●

When “



” or “E” is displayed, the system may be malfunctioning. 

Take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer.

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the engine and its components

The engine may be overheating if the engine coolant temperature gauge is
in  the  red  zone  (H).  In  this  case,  immediately  stop  the  vehicle  in  a  safe
place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. (



P. 494)

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The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of driv-
ing-related data, such as the current outside temperature. The multi-
information display  can  also  be  used  to  change  the  display  settings
and other settings.

Indicators (



P. 92)

Driving assist system status display area

Displays the operational status of the following systems:

• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range (



P. 263)

• LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) (



P. 252)

Speed  limit  display  (vehicles  with  a  navigation  system)  (U.S.A.
only)
Clock

For  clock  settings,  refer  to  “NAVIGATION  AND  MULTIMEDIA  SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”.

Speedometer

The  speedometer  display  can  be  enabled/disabled  in 

  on  the  multi-

information display. (



P. 111)

When 

 is selected, the speedometer may be displayed in the content

display area.

Multi-information display

Summary of functions

1
2

3

4

5

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Content display area

A variety of information can be displayed by selecting a menu icon. Addi-
tionally, warning or suggestion/advice pop-up displays will be displayed in
some situations.

• Menu icon content (



P. 104)

• Suggestion function (



P. 118)

• Warning message (



P. 465)

Odometer/trip meter (



P. 117)

Shift position (



P. 205)

Outside temperature (



P. 98)

Menu icons (



P. 104)

“ODO/TRIP” switch (



P. 104)

Meter control switches (



P. 103)

◆

Using the content display area

The  content  display  area  is  operated  using  the  meter  control
switches.

Scroll  screens

*

,  change  the

displayed content

*

 and move

the cursor
Press: Enter/Set
Press  and  hold:  Reset/Dis-
play the next screen
Return  to  the  previous
screen

Pressing  and  holding  the  switch  will  display  the  first  screen  of  the
selected menu icon.

Call sending/receiving display

Linked  with  the  hands-free  system,  sending  or  receiving  call  is  dis-
played. For details regarding the hands-free system, refer to the “NAVI-
GATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

*

: When the screen can be scrolled or different content can be displayed,

a mark, such as an arrow, will be displayed to suggest which switch to
operate.

Using the multi-information display

6

7
8
9

10

11

12

1

2

3

4

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◆

Using the odometer/trip meter 

Items in this area are operated using the “ODO/TRIP” switch. 
Press: Change displayed item

Each time the switch is pressed,
the  displayed  item  will  be
changed.

Press and hold: Reset

Display  the  desired  trip  meter
and press and hold the switch to
reset the trip meter.

Select a menu icon to display its content.

Driving information (



P. 106)

Select to display the following:

• Speedometer/driving range
• Fuel consumption
• Eco guide

Driving assist system information

Select to perform the following: 
Display the operational status of the following systems:

• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range (



P. 263)

• LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) (



P. 252)

Display the following navigation system-linked information (if equipped):

• Route guidance
• Compass display (heading-up display)

Audio system-linked display

Select to enable selection of an audio source or track on the multi-infor-
mation display using the meter control switches.

Menu icons

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Vehicle information

Select to perform the following: 
Display the following information:

• Energy monitor (



P. 128)

• Tire inflation pressure (



P. 416)

Enable/Disable the following systems: 

• Parking assist (Intuitive parking assist) (if equipped) (



P. 292)

• BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) function (



P. 276)

• RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function (



P. 276)

These functions can also be enabled/disabled on 

.

Display the following information:

• Tachometer

Settings display (



P. 111)

Select to change the meter display settings and other settings.

Warning message display (



P. 465)

Select to display warning messages and measures to be taken if a mal-
function is detected.

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■

Speedometer/driving range

• Speedometer
• Driving range

Displays the driving range with remaining fuel.

When only a small amount of fuel is added to the tank, the display may
not be updated. 
When refueling, turn the power switch off. If the vehicle is refueled with-
out turning the power switch off, the display may not be updated.
This distance is computed based on your average fuel consumption. As
a result, the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that dis-
played.

■

Fuel consumption

Current fuel consumption

Displays  the  instantaneous  cur-
rent fuel consumption.

Average  fuel  economy  (after
start)

Displays  the  average  fuel  con-
sumption  since  hybrid  system
start.

*

1

Driving range

Displays the driving range with remaining fuel.

*

2, 3

Driving information (

)

1

2

3

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Gadget

*

4

The following items can be displayed by changing the settings for gad-
get content and fuel economy type on 

. (



P. 111)

Average fuel economy

Displayed item (listed below) can be changed on the fuel economy type
screen of 

. (



P. 111)

●

Total (after reset)

Displays the average fuel consumption since the display was reset.

*

1, 5

●

Tank (after refuel)

Displays  the  average  fuel  consumption  since  the  vehicle  was  refu-
eled.

*

1, 2

4

Displayable item

Content

Gadget 
content

Fuel economy 

type

Average
vehicle
speed

Trip 
(after start)

Displays  the  average  vehicle  speed  since
hybrid system start.

Total 
(after reset)

Displays the average vehicle speed since the
display was reset.

*

5

Distance

Trip 
(after start)

Displays  the  distance  driven  since  vehicle
start.

Total 
(after reset)

Displays the distance driven since the display
was reset.

*

5

Elapsed
time

Trip 
(after start)

Displays the elapsed time since hybrid system
start.

Total 
(after reset)

Displays  the  elapsed  time  since  the  display
was reset.

*

5

5

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*

1

: Use the displayed fuel consumption as a reference only.

*

2

: When only a small amount of fuel is added to the tank, the display may

not be updated.
When refueling, turn the power switch off. If the vehicle is refueled with-
out turning the power switch off, the display may not be updated.

*

3

: This distance is computed based on your average fuel consumption. As

a result, the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that dis-
played.

*

4

: The default setting is no display.

*

5

: This display can be reset by pressing and holding 

 while it is dis-

played.

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■

Eco guide

The  Eco  guide  displays  a  guide  for  eco-friendly  acceleration  and
scores which represent an evaluation of how the vehicle has been
driven ecologically in different states.

ECO Accelerator Guidance
Eco score

●

ECO Accelerator Guidance
Eco area

Indicates  that  the  vehicle  is
being  driven  in  an  Eco-friendly
manner.

Power area

Indicates  that  the  Eco-friendly
driving range is being exceeded
(during full power driving, etc.)

Eco driving ratio based on acceleration
Zone of Eco acceleration

Suggests a range in which Eco-friendly acceleration can be performed.
The zone of Eco acceleration changes according to situations, such as
starting off or cruising.
Eco-friendly  acceleration  can  be  achieved  by  keeping  the  Eco  driving
ratio  based  on  acceleration  bar  within  the  zone  of  Eco  acceleration.
(



P. 183)

1
2

1

2

3
4

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●

Eco score

The  following  3  Eco  driving  methods  are  evaluated  in  5  levels:
Smooth start-off acceleration, driving without sudden acceleration,
and smooth stopping. When the vehicle is stopped, an Eco score
out of 100 points will be displayed.

Eco start status
Eco cruise status
Eco stop status
Score result

 How to read the bar display:

• After the hybrid system is started, the Eco score will not be dis-

played  until  the  vehicle  speed  exceeds  approximately  12  mph
(20 km/h).

• The  Eco  score  will  be  reset  each  time  the  hybrid  system  is

started.

• When the hybrid system is stopped, the total score of the current

trip will be displayed.

1
2
3
4

Not yet evaluated

Low

High

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◆

Changing settings

Use  the  meter  control  switches  on  the  steering  wheel  to  change
settings.

Press 

 or 

 to select 

.

Operate the switches to select a desired item.
Press or press and hold 

.

The  available  settings  will  differ  depending  on  if 

  is  pressed  or

pressed and held. Follow the instructions on the display.

◆

Setting items

■

 LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) (



P. 252)

Press and hold 

 to change the settings of the following items:

Settings display (

)

1
2
3

Item

Settings

Details

Steering assist

On

Select to enable/disable steering
wheel assistance.

Off

Alert sensitivity

 (High)

Select  to  set  the  warning  sensi-
tivity.

 (Normal)

Sway warning

On

Select to enable/disable the vehi-
cle sway warning.

Off

Sway sensitivity

 (High)

Select  to  set  the  vehicle  sway
warning sensitivity.

 (Normal)

 (Low)

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 PCS (Pre-Collision System) (



P. 242)

Press 

 to enable/disable the pre-collision system.

Press and hold 

 to change the settings of the following item:

■

 BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) (



P. 276)

Press 

 to enable/disable the Blind Spot Monitor function.

Press and hold 

 to change the settings of the following item:

Item

Settings

Details

PCS

On

Select to enable/disable the pre-
collision system.

Off

Item

Settings

Details

Warning  sensitivity
(Warning timing)

 (Far)

Select  to  change  the  warning
timing.

 (Middle)

 (Near)

Item

Settings

Details

BSM

On

Select  to  enable/disable  the
Blind Spot Monitor function.

Off

Item

Settings

Details

Outside  rear  view
mirror 

indicator

brightness

 (Bright)

Select  to  change  the  brightness
of  the  outside  rear  view  mirror
indicators.

 (Dim)

Sensitivity

 (Early)

Select to change the alert sensi-
tivity for an approaching vehicle.

 (Interme-

diate)

 (Late)

 (Only 

when 
vehicle 
detected 
in blind 
spot)

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 RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) (



P. 276)

Press 

 to enable/disable the Rear Cross Traffic Alert function.

Press and hold 

 to change the settings of the following item:

■

 ICS (Intelligent Clearance Sonar) (if equipped) (



P. 300)

Press 

 to enable/disable the Intelligent Clearance Sonar.

■

 Parking assist (Intuitive parking assist) (if equipped) 

(



P. 292)

Press 

 to enable/disable the Intuitive parking assist.

Press and hold 

 to change the settings of the following item:

Item

Settings

Details

RCTA

On

Select to enable/disable the Rear
Cross Traffic Alert function.

Off

Item

Settings

Details

RCTA  buzzer  vol-
ume

 (Low)

Select  to  change  the  volume  of
the RCTA buzzer.

 (Medium)

 (Loud)

Item

Settings

Details

ICS

On

Select  to  enable/disable  the
Intelligent  Clearance  Sonar  sys-
tem.

Off

Item

Settings

Details

Intuitive 

parking

assist

On

Select to enable/disable the intui-
tive parking assist.

Off

Item

Settings

Details

Volume

 (Low)

Select  to  change  the  volume  of
the  intuitive  parking  assist
buzzer.

 (Medium)

 (Loud)

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 HUD (Head-up display) (if equipped) (



P. 121)

Press 

 to enable/disable the head-up display.

Press and hold 

 to change the settings of the following items:

Item

Settings

Details

HUD

On

Select  to  enable/disable  the
head-up display.

Off

Item

Settings

Details

HUD Brightness/Position

Select  to  adjust  the  brightness/
position of the head-up display.
• Press  the 

/

  switch  to

adjust the display brightness.

• Press  the 

/

  switch  to

adjust the display position.

HUD  Driving  sup-
port

Tachometer  set-
tings

Select  to  change  the  display
between the following: 
• Hybrid System Indicator
• Tachometer
• No content

Navigation 

sys-

tem

Select to enable/disable head-up
display content.

Driving Assist

Compass 

Rotation

Select to adjust the angle of the
head-up display. 
Press  the 

/

  switch  to

adjust the display angle.

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■

 Vehicle settings

Press and hold 

 to change the settings of the following items:

Item

Settings

Details

TPWS (Tire pressure warning system) (



P. 416)

Set pressure (tire pressure warning sys-
tem initialization)

Select  to  initialize  the  tire  pres-
sure  warning  system.  To  per-
form initialization, press and hold
the 

 switch.

Before  performing  initialization,
make sure to adjust the inflation
pressure of each tire to the spec-
ified level. (



P. 417)

Change  wheel  (register  tire  pressure
warning system sensor ID codes)

Select to register the ID codes of
the  tire  pressure  sensors  to  the
tire pressure warning system. To
register the ID codes, press and
hold the 

 switch. 

(



P. 419)

Scheduled maintenance display

Maintenance data reset

Select to reset the message indi-
cating  maintenance  is  required,
after the required maintenance is
performed. (



P. 393)

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■

 Meter settings

Press and hold 

 to change the settings of the following items:

*

1

: Selecting this item will only change the gadget.

*

2

: Selecting this item will turn the display of the gadget off.

Item

Settings

Details

Language

Select  to  change  the  language
displayed.

Units

Select  to  change  the  units  of
measure displayed.

 (EV indicator)

On

Select  to  enable/disable  the  EV
indicator. (



P. 77)

Off

Speedometer

On

Select  to  enable/disable  the
speedometer display.

Off

Gadget content

Off

No display

Average  vehicle
speed

Select  to  turn  the  display  of  a
gadget.

Distance

Elapsed time

Fuel economy type

Trip (after start)

*

1

Select  to  change  the  average
fuel consumption display and an
item to be displayed as gadget.

Total (after reset)

Tank 
(after refuel)

*

2

Multi-information display off

Select  to  turn  the  multi-informa-
tion display off.
To turn the multi-information dis-
play  on  again,  press  any  direc-
tion switch (

/

/

/

).

Pop-up display

Intersection  guid-
ance (if equipped)

Select to enable/disable the pop-
up display.

Incoming calls

Brightness adjust-
ment 

Default setting

Select to reset the meter display
settings to the default setting.

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2

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■

Odometer

Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven.

■

Trip meter A/trip meter B

Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter
was last reset. Trip meters A and B can be used to record and dis-
play different distances independently. 

To reset, display the desired trip meter and press and hold the “ODO/
TRIP” switch.

Odometer/trip meter

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Displays suggestions to the driver in the following situations. To select
a response to a displayed suggestion, use the meter control switches.

The suggestion function can be turned on/off. 
(Customizable features:



P. 526)

■

Suggestion to turn off the headlights

If  the  headlights  are  left  on  for  a  certain  amount  of  time  after  the
power switch has been turned off, if the headlight switch is in the
“AUTO” position, a suggestion message will be displayed asking if
you wish to turn the headlights off. To turn the headlights off, select
“Yes”.

If a front door is opened after the power switch is turned off, this sugges-
tion message will not be displayed.

Suggestion function

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2

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■

The Eco guide will not operate when

The Eco guide will not operate in the following situations:

●

The Hybrid System Indicator is not operating.

●

The vehicle is being driven using the dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range.

■

Suspension of the settings display

●

Some  settings  cannot  be  changed  while  driving.  When  changing  settings,
park the vehicle in a safe place.

●

If a warning message is displayed, operation of the settings display will be
suspended.

■

Tire pressure

●

It  may  take  a  few  minutes  to  display  the  tire  inflation  pressure  after  the
power switch is turned to ON mode. It may also take a few minutes to dis-
play the tire inflation pressure after inflation pressure has been adjusted.

●

“---” may be displayed if the tire position information cannot be determined
due to unfavorable radio wave conditions.

●

Tire inflation pressure changes with temperature. The displayed values may
also be different from the values measured using a tire pressure gauge.

■

Liquid crystal display

Small  spots  or  light  spots  may  appear  on  the  display. This  phenomenon  is
characteristic of liquid crystal displays, and there is no problem continuing to
use the display. 

■

Customization

Some functions can be customized. (



P. 111, 526)

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WARNING

■

Caution for use while driving

●

When  operating  the  multi-information  display  while  driving,  pay  extra
attention to the safety of the area around the vehicle.

●

Do not look continuously at the multi-information display while driving as
you  may  fail  to  see  pedestrians,  objects  on  the  road,  etc.  ahead  of  the
vehicle.

■

The information display at low temperatures

Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal
information display. At extremely low temperatures, the information display
monitor may respond slowly, and display changes may be delayed. 
For example, there is a lag between the driver’s shifting and the new gear
number appearing on the display. This lag could cause the driver to down-
shift  again,  causing  rapid  and  excessive  engine  braking  and  possibly  an
accident resulting in death or injury.

■

Cautions during setting up the display

As  the  hybrid  system  needs  to  be  running  during  setting  up  the  display,
ensure that the vehicle is parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a
closed  area  such  as  a  garage,  exhaust  gases  including  harmful  carbon
monoxide (CO) may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or
a serious health hazard.

NOTICE

■

While setting up the display

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, ensure that the hybrid system is oper-
ating while setting up the display features.

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2

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The  head-up  display  is  linked  to  the  meters  and  navigation  system
and projects a variety of information in front of the driver, such as the
current vehicle speed.

Driving assist system status/navigation system-linked display area
(



P. 123)

The following pop-up displays will be displayed in certain situations:

• Pre-collision warning (pre-collision system)
• Alert from the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system (if equipped)

Shift position/speed limit display area

• Shift position (



P. 205)

• Speed limit (vehicles with a navigation system) (U.S.A. only)

Vehicle speed display
Hybrid System Indicator/Tachometer (



P. 124)

Information display area (



P. 125)

The following pop-up displays will be displayed in certain situations:

• Warning/message
• Hands-free system status
• Audio system operation status

Head-up display





: If equipped

Summary of functions

1

2

3
4
5

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2. Instrument cluster

Select 

 on the multi-information display (



P. 111) and then 

.

◆

Enabling/disabling the head-up display

Press 

 to enable/disable the head-up display.

◆

Changing the head-up display settings

Press and hold 

 to change the following settings:

■

Display brightness/position

Select to adjust the brightness and position of the head-up display.

■

Display content

Select to enable/disable the following items:

• Route guidance to destination
• Driving assist system status
• Compass

Select to change the display between the following:

• Hybrid system Indicator
• Tachometer
• No content

■

Display angle

Select to adjust the angle of the head-up display.

Using the head-up display

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2

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◆

Driving assist system status display

Displays the operational status of the following systems:

• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range (



P. 263)

• LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) (



P. 252)

• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped) (



P. 292)

◆

Navigation system-linked display area

Displays the following items, which are linked to the navigation sys-
tem:

■

Street name

When  the  navigation  system  is  performing  route  guidance,  the
name of the next street will be displayed on the top of the display
area.

■

Route guidance to destination

Displayed  when  the  navigation  system  is  performing  route  guid-
ance. When approaching an intersection, an arrow will be displayed
to indicate the suggested direction of travel.

■

Compass

Displays the direction of travel.

Driving  assist  system  status/navigation  system-linked  display
area

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■

Hybrid System Indicator

Charge area
Hybrid Eco area
Eco area
Power area

Displayed  content  is  the  same
as  that  displayed  on  the  meter
(Hybrid  System  Indicator).  For
details, refer to P. 100.

■

Tachometer

Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute.

Hybrid System Indicator/Tachometer

1
2
3
4

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2

Instrument cluster

Displays the following items in the appropriate situation:

■

Warning/Message

●

Alert from the LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)

●

Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range

●

 message

Displayed when a suggestion/advice pop-up display is displayed on the
multi-information display. (



P. 118)

●

 message

Displayed when a warning message is displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display. (



P. 465)

●

Outside temperature

Displayed in the following situations:

• When the power switch is turned to ON mode
• When the low outside temperature indicator is flashing

Displayed content is the same as that displayed on the multi-information
display. For details, refer to the explanation of the outside temperature
display on the multi-information display. (



P. 98)

■

Hands-free system status

Displayed when the hands-free system is operated.

■

Audio system operation status

Displayed when the audio system is operated.

Information display area

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■

Head-up display

The  head-up  display  may  seem  dark  or  hard  to  see  when  viewed  through
sunglasses, especially polarized sunglasses.
Adjust the brightness of the head-up display or remove your sunglasses.

■

Display brightness

The brightness of the head-up display can  be adjusted on 

 of the  multi-

information display. Also, it is automatically adjusted according to the ambient
brightness.

■

Enabling/disabling of the head-up display

If  the  head-up  display  is  disabled,  it  will  remain  disabled  when  the  power
switch is turned off then back to ON mode.

■

Street name display

Only street names which are included in the map data will be displayed.

WARNING

■

Before using the head-up display

●

Check that the position and brightness of the head-up display image does
not interfere with safe driving. Incorrect adjustment of the image’s position
or  brightness  may  obstruct  the  driver’s  view  and  lead  to  an  accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.

●

Do not continuously look at the head-up display while driving as you may
fail to see pedestrians, objects on the road, etc. ahead of the vehicle.

■

Caution for changing settings of the head-up display

As the hybrid system needs to be running while changing the settings of the
head-up display, ensure that the vehicle is parked in a place with adequate
ventilation.  In  a  closed  area  such  as  a  garage,  exhaust  gases  including
harmful carbon monoxide (CO) may collect and enter the vehicle. This may
lead to death or a serious health hazard. 

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2

Instrument cluster

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to components

■

When changing the settings of the head-up display

To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, ensure that the hybrid system is oper-
ating while the changing the settings of the head-up display. 

●

Do not place any drinks near the head-
up display projector. If the projector gets
wet, electrical malfunctions may result.

●

Do not place anything on or put stickers
onto the head-up display projector.
Doing  so  could  interrupt  head-up  dis-
play indications.

●

Do not touch the inside of the head-up
display  projector  or  thrust  sharp  edges
or the like into the projector.
Doing so could cause mechanical mal-
functions.

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2. Instrument cluster

Audio system screen
Multi-information display

Press the “MENU” button.
Select  “Info”  on  the  “Menu”
screen.
Select  “ECO”  on  the  “Informa-
tion” screen.

If the “Trip Information” or “History”
screen 

is 

displayed, 

select

“Energy”.

Energy monitor/consumption screen

You can view the status of your hybrid system on the multi-infor-
mation display, the audio system screen.

1
2

Energy monitor

1
2

3

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2

Instrument cluster

■

Multi-information display

Press 

the 

meter 

control

switches on the steering wheel
several  times  to  select  the
energy monitor display.

Audio system screen

Multi-information 

display

When  the  vehi-
cle  is  powered
by  the  electric
motor  (traction
motor)

When  the  vehi-
cle  is  powered
by  the  gasoline
engine

When  the  vehi-
cle  is  powered
by both the gas-
oline engine and
the 

electric

motor  (traction
motor)

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When  the  vehi-
cle  is  charging
the  hybrid  bat-
tery 

(traction

battery)

When  there  is
no energy flow

Hybrid 

battery

(traction 

bat-

tery) status

Low

Full

Low

Full

Audio system screen

Multi-information 

display

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2

Instrument cluster

■

Trip information

Press the “MENU” button. (



P. 128)

Select “Info” on the “Menu” screen.
Select “ECO” on the “Information” screen.

If “Energy Monitor” or “History” screen is displayed, select “Trip Informa-
tion”.

Resetting  the  consumption
data
Displays the average vehicle
speed  since  the  hybrid  sys-
tem was started
Displays  the  elapsed  time
since the  hybrid  system  was
started
Fuel consumption in the past 15 minutes
Cruising range
Regenerated energy in the past 15 minutes
One symbol indicates 30 Wh. Up to 5 symbols are shown.

The  image  is  example  only,  and  may  vary  slightly  from  actual  condi-
tions.

Current fuel consumption

Fuel consumption screen

1
2
3

1

2

3

4
5
6

7

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■

History

Press the “MENU” button. (



P. 128)

Select “Info” on the “Menu” screen.
Select “ECO” on the “Information” screen.

If “Energy Monitor” or “Trip Information” screen is displayed, select “His-
tory”.

Resetting  the  past  record
data
Best past fuel consumption
Current fuel economy
Previous  fuel  consumption
record



Audio Plus

Displays the daily average fuel consumption. (Instead of the date,
“Trip 1” through “Trip 5” will be displayed.)



Premium Audio

Displays the daily average fuel consumption.

Updating the average fuel consumption data

Displays a maximum of five past record of the average fuel consump-
tion.
The  image  is  example  only,  and  may  vary  slightly  from  actual  condi-
tions.

■

Resetting the consumption data

Selecting “Clear” on the “Trip Information” screen will reset the fuel consump-
tion and the regenerated energy for the past 15 minutes. Selecting “Clear” on
the “History” screen will reset the past records and best past fuel consump-
tion. Selecting “Yes” on the following  screen will confirm resetting of all the
data.

1
2
3

1

2
3
4

5

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3

Operation of

each component

3-1.  Key information

Keys .................................. 134

3-2.  Opening, closing and 

locking the doors

Doors ................................ 138
Trunk................................. 144
Smart key system ............. 148

3-3.  Adjusting the seats

Front seats ........................ 155
Rear seats......................... 157
Driving position 

memory........................... 159

Head restraints.................. 164

3-4.  Adjusting the steering 

wheel and mirrors

Steering wheel .................. 166
Inside rear view mirror ...... 168
Outside rear view 

mirrors............................. 170

3-5.  Opening and closing 

the windows

Power windows ................. 173
Moon roof.......................... 177

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3-1. Key information

The following keys are provided with the vehicle.

Electronic keys

• Operating the smart key system

(



P. 148)

• Operating  the  wireless  remote

control function (



P. 134)

Mechanical keys
Key number plate

Locks all the doors (



P. 138)

Unlocks all the doors (



P. 138)

Opens  the  windows

*

2

  and

moon roof

*

1, 2

 (



P. 138)

Opens the trunk (



P. 145)

Sounds the alarm (



P. 135)

*

1

: If equipped

*

2

: This setting must be customized at your Toyota dealer.

Keys

The keys

1

2
3

Wireless remote control

1
2
3

4
5

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3

Opera

tion of e

ach compon

ent

To  take  out  the  mechanical  key,
slide  the  release  lever  and  take
the key out.

The  mechanical  key  can  only  be
inserted  in  one  direction,  as  the
key only has grooves on one side.
If  the  key  cannot  be  inserted  in  a
lock  cylinder,  turn  it  over  and  re-
attempt to insert it.
After  using  the  mechanical  key,  store  it  in  the  electronic  key.  Carry  the
mechanical key together with the electronic key. If the electronic key bat-
tery  is  depleted  or  the  entry  function  does  not  operate  properly,  you  will
need the mechanical key. (



P. 484)

■

Panic mode

■

If you lose your mechanical keys

New genuine mechanical keys can be made by your Toyota dealer using the
other  mechanical  key  and  the  key  number  stamped  on  your  key  number
plate. Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. 

■

When riding in an aircraft

When bringing an electronic key onto an aircraft, make sure you do not press
any button on the electronic key while inside the aircraft cabin. If you are car-
rying an electronic key in your bag etc., ensure that the buttons are not likely
to be pressed accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the electronic key to
emit radio waves that could interfere with the operation of the aircraft.

■

Conditions affecting operation



P. 151

Using the mechanical key

When 

  is  pressed  for  longer  than

about  one  second,  an  alarm  will  sound
intermittently  and  the  vehicle  lights  will
flash  to  deter  any  person  from  trying  to
break into or damage your vehicle.
To stop the alarm, press any button on the
electronic key.

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■

Electronic key battery depletion

●

The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years.

●

If the battery becomes low, an alarm will sound in the cabin when the hybrid
system stops.

●

As the electronic key always receives radio waves, the battery will become
depleted even if the electronic key is not used. The following symptoms indi-
cate  that  the  electronic  key  battery  may  be  depleted.  Replace  the  battery
when necessary. (



P. 439)

• The smart key system or the wireless remote control does not operate.
• The detection area becomes smaller.
• The LED indicator on the key surface does not turn on.

●

To reduce key battery depletion when the electronic key is to not be used for
long periods of time, set the electronic key to the battery-saving mode. 
(



P. 150)

●

To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 3 ft. (1
m) of the following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field:
• TVs
• Personal computers
• Cellular phones, cordless phones and battery chargers
• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones
• Table lamps
• Induction cookers

■

Replacing the battery



P. 439

■

Confirmation of the registered key number

The number of keys already registered to the vehicle can be confirmed. Ask
your Toyota dealer for details.

■

If a wrong key is used

The key cylinder rotates freely to isolate inside mechanism.

■

Certification for the wireless remote control



P. 154

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3

Opera

tion of e

ach compon

ent

NOTICE

■

To prevent key damage

●

Do not drop the keys, subject them to strong shocks or bend them.

●

Do not expose the keys to high temperatures for long periods of time.

●

Do not get the keys wet or wash them in an ultrasonic washer etc.

●

Do not attach metallic or magnetic materials to the keys or place the keys
close to such materials.

●

Do not disassemble the keys.

●

Do not attach a sticker or anything else to the surface of the electronic key.

●

Do not place the keys near objects that produce magnetic fields, such as
TVs,  audio  systems  and  induction  cookers,  or  medical  electrical  equip-
ment, such as low-frequency therapy equipment.

■

Carrying the electronic key on your person

Carry the electronic key 3.9 in. (10 cm) or more away from electric appli-
ances  that  are  turned  on.  Radio  waves  emitted  from  electric  appliances
within 3.9 in. (10 cm) of the electronic key may interfere with the key, caus-
ing the key to not function properly.

■

In case of a smart key system malfunction or other key-related prob-
lems

Take your vehicle with all the electronic keys provided with your vehicle to
your Toyota dealer.

■

When an electronic key is lost

If the electronic key remains lost, the risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly.  Visit  your  Toyota  dealer  immediately  with  all  remaining  electronic
keys that were provided with your vehicle.

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Smart key system

Carry the electronic key to enable this function.

Grip the driver’s door handle
to  unlock  the  door.  Holding
the  driver’s  door  handle  for
approximately  2  seconds
unlocks  all  the  doors.  Grip
the  front  passenger’s  door
handle  to  unlock  all  the
doors.

*

Make sure to touch the sensor on the back of the handle.
The doors cannot be unlocked for 3 seconds after the doors are locked.

*

: The door unlock settings can be changed. (



P. 142)

Touch  the  lock  sensor  (the  indentation  on  the  side  of  the  door
handle) to lock the doors.

Check that the door is securely locked.

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Wireless remote control

Locks all the doors

Check  that  the  door  is  securely
locked.

Unlocks all the doors

Pressing the button unlocks the
driver’s  door.  Pressing  the  but-
ton  again  within  3  seconds
unlocks the other doors.
Press and hold to open the win-
dows

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2

  and  moon  roof.

*

1,  2

(

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P. 173, 178)

*

1

: If equipped

*

2

: This setting must be customized at your Toyota dealer.

Doors

Unlocking and locking the doors from the outside

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Operation signals

Doors: 
A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors
have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)
Windows and moon roof: 
A buzzer sounds to indicate that the windows and moon roof are opening.

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Security feature

If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.

■

When the door cannot be locked by the lock sensor on the surface of the
door handle

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Door lock buzzer

If  an  attempt  to  lock  the  doors  is  made  when  a  door  is  not  fully  closed,  a
buzzer sounds continuously. Fully close the door to stop the buzzer, and lock
the vehicle once more.

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Setting the alarm

Locking the doors will set the alarm system. (



P. 88)

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If the smart key system or the wireless remote control does not operate
properly

Use the mechanical key to lock and unlock the doors. (



P. 484)

Replace the key battery with a new one if it is depleted. (



P. 439)

When  the  door  cannot  be  locked  even  if
the lock sensor on the surface of the door
handle  is  touched  by  a  finger,  touch  the
lock sensor with the palm.
When gloves are being worn, remove the
gloves.

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Door lock switches

Locks all the doors
Unlocks all the doors

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Inside lock buttons

Locks the door
Unlocks the door

The  front  doors  can  be  opened
by  pulling  the  inside  handle
even  if  the  lock  buttons  are  in
the lock position.

Move the inside lock button to the lock position.
Close the door.

The door cannot be locked if the power switch is in ACCESSORY or
ON mode, or the electronic key is left inside the vehicle.

The key may not be detected correctly and the door may be locked.

Unlocking and locking the doors from the inside

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Locking the front doors from the outside without a key

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The door cannot be opened from
inside the vehicle when the lock is
set.

Unlock
Lock

These locks can be set to prevent
children  from  opening  the  rear
doors.  Push  down  on  each  rear
door switch to lock both rear doors. 

The following functions can be set or cancelled:

For instructions on customizing, refer to P. 528.

Rear door child-protector lock

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Automatic door locking and unlocking systems

Function

Operation

Speed linked door locking function

All  doors  are  automatically  locked
when  vehicle  speed  is  approxi-
mately 12 mph (20 km/h) or higher.

Shift position linked door locking 
function

All  doors  are  automatically  locked
when shifting the shift lever out of P.

Shift position linked door unlocking 
function

All doors are automatically unlocked
when shifting the shift lever to P.

Driver’s door linked door unlocking 
function

All doors are automatically unlocked
when driver’s door is opened.