Toyota Prius (2020 year). Manual in english - part 2

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Automatic Collision Notification

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

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Stolen Vehicle Location

If your vehicle is stolen, Safety Connect can work with local author-
ities to assist them in locating and recovering the vehicle. 
After filing a police report, call the Customer Experience Center at
1-800-331-4331  in  the  United  States,  1-877-855-8377  in  Puerto
Rico  or  1-888-869-6828  in  Canada,  and  follow  the  prompts  for
Safety Connect to initiate this service. 
In  addition  to assisting law enforcement with  recovery of  a stolen
vehicle, Safety-Connect-equipped vehicle location data may, under
certain  circumstances,  be  shared  with  third  parties  to  locate  your
vehicle. Further information is available at Toyota.com in the United
States, Toyotapr.com in Puerto Rico and Toyota.ca in Canada.

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Emergency Assistance Button (“SOS”)

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

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

Safety Connect services

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Enhanced Roadside Assistance 

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

Important! Read this information before using Safety Connect.

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Exposure to radio frequency signals

The Safety Connect system installed in your vehicle is a low-power
radio transmitter and receiver. It receives and also sends out radio
frequency (RF) signals.
In August  1996,  the  Federal  Communications  Commission  (FCC)
adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for mobile wire-
less phones. Those guidelines are consistent with the safety stan-
dards  previously  set  by  the  following  U.S.  and  international
standards bodies.

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

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NCRP (National  Council  on  Radiation  Protection  and Measure-
ment) Report 86 [1986]

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ICNIRP  (International  Commission  on  Non-Ionizing  Radiation
Protection) [1996]

Those standards were based on comprehensive and periodic eval-
uations of the relevant scientific literature. Over 120 scientists, engi-
neers,  and  physicians  from  universities,  and  government  health
agencies and industries reviewed the available body of research to
develop the ANSI Standard (C95.1).
The design of Safety Connect complies with the FCC guidelines in
addition to those standards.

Safety information for Safety Connect

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Certification for the Safety Connect

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Hybrid system features

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

Gasoline engine
Front electric motor (traction motor)
Rear electric motor (traction motor)

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*

: AWD models only

Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has characteristics different
from conventional vehicles. Be sure you are closely familiar with
the characteristics of your vehicle, and operate it with care.
The hybrid system combines the use of a gasoline engine and
an  electric  motor  (traction  motor)  according  to  driving  condi-
tions,  improving  fuel  efficiency  and  reducing  exhaust  emis-
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When stopped/during start off 

The  gasoline  engine  stops

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  when  the  vehicle  is  stopped.  During

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

*

 and the electric motor (traction motor) is used. 

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

*

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

is warming up, etc., the gasoline engine will not automatically stop. 
(

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P. 85)

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During normal driving

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

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When accelerating sharply

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

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When braking (regenerative braking)

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

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

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Regenerative braking

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

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

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

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Hybrid System Indicator

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Conditions in which the gasoline engine may not stop

The gasoline engine starts and stops automatically. However, it may not stop
automatically in the following conditions

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During gasoline engine warm-up

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During hybrid battery (traction battery) charging

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

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When the heater is switched on

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

automatically in situations other than those above.

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Charging the hybrid battery (traction battery)

As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery (traction battery), the bat-
tery  does  not  need  to  be  charged  from  an  outside  source.  However,  if  the
vehicle is left parked for a long time the hybrid battery (traction battery) will
slowly discharge. For this reason, be sure to drive the vehicle at least once
every few months for at least 30 minutes or 10 miles (16 km). If the hybrid
battery (traction battery) becomes fully discharged and you are unable to start
the hybrid system, contact your Toyota dealer. 

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Charging the 12-volt battery

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After the 12-volt battery has discharged or when the terminal has been
removed and installed during exchange, etc.

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

Hybrid  System  Indicator  represents  the
hybrid system power output and regener-
ative charging. (

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P. 127)

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Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle

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

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Motor sounds may be heard from the engine compartment.

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

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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. 

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

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

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Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply.

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

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

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

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P. 88)

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Vehicle proximity notification system

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

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In very noisy areas

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In the wind or the rain

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

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When  “Proximity  Notification  System  Malfunction  Visit Your  Dealer”  is
displayed on the multi-information display

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

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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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Hybrid system precautions

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

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

Warning label
Service plug 
Rear inverter (traction motor)

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Rear  electric  motor  (traction
motor)

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Hybrid battery (traction battery)

High voltage cables (orange)
Front  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  is  blocked,  charging/dis-
charging  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.

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  (

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P.  582)  go  off.  If  there  is  only  a  small  amount  of  fuel,  the

hybrid system may not be able to start. (The standard amount of fuel is about
2.0 gal. [7.5 L, 1.7 Imp.gal.], when the vehicle is on a level surface. This value
may vary when the vehicle is on a slope. Add extra fuel when the vehicle is
inclined.)

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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 increases due to the
outside temperature increase etc.

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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.

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Never  try  to  open  the  service  plug
access hole located under the right side
of  the  rear  seat.  The  service  plug  is
used only when the vehicle is serviced
and is subject to high voltage.

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Road accident cautions

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

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

●

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

●

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

●

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

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If your vehicle needs to be towed, do so with front wheels (2WD models)
or four wheels (AWD models) raised. If the wheels connected to the elec-
tric motor (traction motor) are on the ground when towing, the motor may
continue to generate electricity. This may cause a fire. (

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P. 572)

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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.

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If  a fluid  leak occurs,  do  not touch  the fluid  as it  may be strong  alkaline
electrolyte from the hybrid battery (traction battery). If it comes into contact
with your skin or eyes, wash it off immediately with a large amount of water
or, if possible, boric acid solution. Seek immediate medical attention.

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2WD models

●

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

●

If  electrolyte  is  leaking  from  the  hybrid  battery  (traction  battery),  do  not
approach the vehicle.
Even in the unlikely event that the hybrid battery (traction battery) is 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.

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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)

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

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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.

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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

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Make sure not to block the air intake vent with anything, such as a seat
cover,  plastic  cover,  or  luggage.  If  the  vent  is  blocked,  the  charging/dis-
charging of the hybrid battery (traction battery) may become limited.

●

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

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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).

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

●

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

●

If  “Maintenance  required  for  Traction  battery  cooling  parts  See  owner’s
manual” is shown on the multi-information display, the air intake vent and
filter may be clogged. Refer to P. 539 for information on how to clean the
air intake vent.

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

■

System maintenance

The vehicle has a maintenance-free type immobilizer system.

■

Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction

●

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

●

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

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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Certification for the immobilizer system 



For  vehicles  sold in  the U.S.A.,  Hawaii, American Samoa,  Guam,  Saipan
and Puerto Rico



For vehicles sold in Canada

NOTICE

■

To ensure the system operates correctly

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

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2

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Instrument cluster

Combination meter.............. 98
Warning lights and 

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

Main display ...................... 115
Multi-information 

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

Head-up display ................ 155
Energy monitor/

consumption screen 
(vehicles with 7-inch 
display) ........................... 162

Energy monitor/

consumption screen 
(vehicles with 
11.6-inch display)............ 169

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Combination meter

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

Main display (



P. 115)

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

Multi-information display (



P. 122)

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

Warning lights and indicators (



P. 107)

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

Clock (



P. 103)

The large meter uses 2 liquid crystal displays to display informa-
tion such as the vehicle condition, driving status and fuel con-
sumption.

Combination meter layout

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

Each  time  the  button  is
pressed,  the  mileage  display
switches  among  odometer,  trip
meters,  etc.,  and  the  fuel  con-
sumption  information  for  each
distance switches as well. 
(



 P. 117)

Pressing 

, 

, 

  or 

performs  such  operations  as
scrolling the screen

*

, switching

the contents of the display

*

 and

moving the cursor.
This button is used to perform such operations as selecting the cur-
rent item or switching between on and off.
When pressed, the display returns to the previous screen.

*

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

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

 and 

).

Operations related to the combination meter

1

2

3

4

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

The  instrument  cluster  brightness  levels  that  can  be  selected  differ
depending on whether the tail lights are on and surrounding brightness lev-
els. (



P. 104)

Darker
Brighter

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

*

)  is  displayed  on

the main display.
When the instrument cluster light is
adjusted,  the  brightness  of  the
instrument 

panel 

light 

also

changes.

*

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

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



P. 151)

Instrument cluster light control

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Some information will be displayed automatically according to power
switch operation, vehicle condition, etc.

■

When starting the hybrid system

When the hybrid system starts,
an  opening  animation  is  dis-
played on the 2 displays.

After  the  animation  ends,  the
screens  switch  to  the  normal
screen.
The  opening  animation  will  be
stopped  in  any  of  the  following
situations.

• When the shift position is changed to other than P
• When the Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System (if equipped)

is turned on

■

After refueling

When  the  power  switch  is
turned to ON mode after refuel-
ing,  the  gasoline  price  setting
screen*  is  displayed  on  the
multi-information display.

After  refueling,  always  set  the
gasoline  price  so  that  the  “Eco
Savings” function (



P. 136) may

operate properly.
Settings  related  to  the  “Eco  Savings”  function  can  be  changed  in  the
“Meter Customize” settings. (



P. 151)

*

: If the amount of fuel that the vehicle is refueled with is too small, this

screen may not be displayed. (



P. 121)

■

When the driving assist systems are operating

When  using  driving  assist  systems  such  as  the  dynamic  radar
cruise  control  with full-speed  range

*

  (



P.  315)  and LDA  system

*

(



P. 304), information related to each system is automatically dis-

played on the multi-information display depending on the situation.

For details regarding the displayed information and the contents of the
display, refer to the explanation page of each system.

*

: If equipped

Information automatically displayed

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When there is information to be notified about the vehicle

When a shift position is mistakenly selected or a problem occurs in
a  vehicle  system,  a  warning  message  (or  image)  is  displayed  on
the multi-information display.

When a warning message is displayed, follow the instructions displayed
on the display. (



P. 591)

■

When stopping the hybrid system

From the time the hybrid system is started until it is turned off, the
driving time, distance traveled, average fuel consumption and Eco
score (



P. 129, 146) result are displayed on the multi-information

display approximately every 30 seconds.

Driving time since hybrid sys-
tem started
Distance 

traveled 

since

hybrid system started
Average  fuel  consumption
after hybrid system started
Eco score result and advice
Score  display  for  each  Eco
score item (



P. 129, 146)

1

2

3

4

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To adjust the time, perform operations on the 

 screen (



P. 142)

of the multi-information display.

■

Adjusting the time

Press 

 or 

 of the meter control switches on the steering

wheel and select 

.

Press 

  or 

  of  the  meter  control  switches  and  select

.

Press 

 to display the cursor.

Press 

  or 

  of  the

meter  control  switches  to
adjust  the  cursor  position,

and then press 

 or 

 to

change the setting.

When  the  12-hour  display  is
selected,  “12H”  is  displayed,
and when the 24-hour display is
selected, “24H” is displayed.
When  adjusting  minutes,  operation  automatically  starts  from  00  sec-
onds.
After changing the settings, press 

 to return to the previous screen.

Clock adjustment

1

2

3

4

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Resetting the minutes display

Press 

 or 

 of the meter control switches on the steering

wheel and select 

.

Press 

  or 

  of  the

meter  control  switches  and

select 

.

Press 

.

The minutes display switches to “00”.

*

*

: e.g. 1:00 to 1:29 



 1:00

1:30 to 1:59 



 2:00

■

The meters and display illuminate when

The power switch is in ON mode.

■

Adjusting the instrument cluster brightness (



P. 100)

●

The brightness levels that can be selected differ depending on whether the
tail lights are on and surrounding brightness levels, as shown in the table
below.

*

: 22 levels of the brightness are displayed on the setting screen. However,

the brightness setting will be the brightest when other than 1st level (the
darkest) is selected. If other than 1st or 22nd level is selected, when the
tail lights are turned on in a dark place, the instrument cluster brightness
setting will be the selected level.

●

If the taillights are illuminated in a dark environment, the instrument cluster
light dims. However, when the brightness of the instrument cluster is set to
minimum  or  maximum  (1st  or  22nd  level  of  the  instrument  cluster  bright-
ness),  even  if  the  taillights  are  illuminated,  the  instrument  cluster  light  will
not dim.

1

2

3

The tail lights are off

The tail lights are on

In a bright place

2 levels

*

2 levels

*

In a dark place

22 levels

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■

When disconnecting and reconnecting 12-volt battery terminals

The settings of the clock will be reset.

■

Calendar settings

●

Until the calendar settings are set, the check screen is displayed every time
the power switch is turned to ON mode.

●

After the calendar information is set, it can be changed in the “Meter Cus-
tomize” settings. (



P. 151)

■

When the menu screen on the navigation system is operated (vehicles
with 11.6-inch display)

■

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.

■

Pop-up display

Some functions, such as the driving mode select switch and air conditioning
system, are operation-linked and display pop-up screens on the multi-infor-
mation display. If the pop-up screens of these functions are not desired, they
can be turned off in the “Meter Customize” settings. (



P. 151)

If calendar recording is interrupted due to
replacement  of  the  12-volt  battery  or  12-
volt  battery  discharge,  etc.,  when  the
power switch is turned to ON mode after
maintenance, the calendar settings check
screen  is  automatically  displayed  on  the
multi-information display.

●

If  date  information  is  not  set,  the  fuel
consumption  record  cannot  be  stored
correctly.  When  the  calendar  settings
check screen is displayed, make sure to
always set the settings. (



P. 149)

A pop-up display of the menu screen icon
is  displayed  on  the  multi-information  dis-
play.

*

*

: The  pop-up  display  on  the  navigation

system  can  be  turned  off  in  the  “Meter
Customize” settings. (



P. 151)

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WARNING

■

To prevent an accident

■

Caution for use while driving

For safety, avoid operating the meter control switch while driving as much
as  possible,  and  do  not  look  continuously  at  the  multi-information  display
while driving. Stop the vehicle and operate the meter control switch. Failure
to do so may cause a steering wheel operation error, resulting in an unex-
pected accident.

NOTICE

■

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.

Do not place anything or attach a sticker
in front of the instrument cluster. The item
may  obscure  or  obstruct  the  display,  or
could  reflect  off  the  display,  possibly
causing an accident.

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Warning lights and indicators

The warning lights and indicators inform the driver of the status
of the vehicle’s various systems.
For  the  purpose  of  explanation,  the  following  illustration  dis-
plays all indicators and warning lights illuminated.

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

Warning lights

Warning lights

Pages

*

1

Brake system warning light (U.S.A.)

P. 580

*

1

Brake system warning light (Canada)
(Red)

P. 580

*

1

Brake system warning light 
(Yellow)

P. 580

*

1

Charging system warning light

P. 580

*

1

Low engine oil pressure warning light

P. 580

*

1

Malfunction indicator lamp (U.S.A.)

P. 580

*

1

Malfunction indicator lamp (Canada)

P. 580

*

1

SRS warning light

P. 581

*

1

ABS warning light (U.S.A.)

P. 581

*

1

ABS warning light (Canada)

P. 581

*

1

Electric power steering system warning light 
(Red/yellow)

P. 581

*

1,2

PCS warning light (if equipped)

P. 581

*

1

Slip indicator light

P. 581

*

1

High coolant temperature warning light

P. 582

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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

: The light flashes or illuminates to indicate a malfunction.

*

3

: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.

*

1, 3

PKSB OFF indicator (if equipped)

P. 582

Open door warning light

P. 582

Low fuel level warning light

P. 582

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

P. 582

Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder light 
(U.S.A.)

P. 583

Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder light 
(Canada)

P. 583

*

1

Master warning light

P. 583

*

1

Tire pressure warning light

P. 583

Warning lights

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

Indicators

Indicators

Pages

Turn signal indicator

P. 257

Headlight indicator (U.S.A.)

P. 259

Tail light indicator (Canada)

P. 261

Parking brake indicator (U.S.A.)

P. 258

Parking brake indicator (Canada)

P. 258

Headlight high beam indicator

P. 261

Fog light indicator (if equipped)

P. 269

Security indicator

P. 94

“READY” indicator

P. 241

Shift position indicators

P. 251

*

1, 2

Slip indicator light

P. 409

*

1, 3

VSC OFF indicator

P. 410

Cruise control indicator

P. 326, 

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Dynamic  radar  cruise  control  indicator  (if
equipped)

P. 315

Cruise control “SET” indicator

P. 315, 

331

AFS OFF indicator (if equipped)

P. 261, 

583

*

1, 3

PCS warning light (if equipped)

P. 296

LDA indicator (if equipped)

P. 308

Steering control indicator (if equipped)

P. 309

Automatic High Beam indicator (if equipped)

P. 264

Heated steering wheel indicator (if equipped)

P. 445

“BSM” indicator (if equipped)

P. 338

Intuitive parking assist indicator (if equipped)

P. 350

*

1, 3

PKSB OFF indicator (if equipped)

P. 363

*

1

S-APGS indicator (if equipped)

P. 378

*

1

“AIR BAG ON/OFF” indicator (U.S.A.)

P. 50

*

1

“AIR BAG ON/OFF” indicator (Canada)

P. 50

Indicators

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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

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

*

3

: The light comes on when the system is turned off.

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Main display and multi-information display

*

: The displayed indicator changes according to the current driving mode.

■

Multi-information display (symbol display

*

)

*

: These symbols are displayed along with a message. Also, the symbol dis-

plays listed here are only an example, and different symbols may be dis-
played according to the contents of the multi-information display.

Indicators and symbols displayed on the display

Indicators

Pages

EV drive mode indicator

P. 248

*

“ECO MODE” indicator

P. 336

*

“PWR MODE” indicator

P. 336

EV Indicator

P. 128

Symbol display

Pages

Smart key system

P. 241

Brake Override System/Drive-Start Control/
Parking Support Brake function (if equipped)

P. 584

LDA  (Lane  Departure Alert  with  steering  con-
trol) (if equipped)

P. 311

P. 311

Low engine oil pressure warning 
(Canada only)

P. 584

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BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) outside rear view mirror indicators 
(if equipped) (



P. 338)

• When the BSM function is enabled on the 

 screen of the multi-infor-

mation display, the power switch is turned to ON mode.

If the system is functioning correctly, the BSM outside rear view mirror indi-
cators will turn off after a few seconds.
If the BSM outside rear view  mirror  indicators do not illuminate or do not
turn off, there may be a malfunction in the system.
If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

●

Indicators are also displayed on the out-
side rear view mirrors.

●

In  order  to  confirm  operation,  the  BSM
outside rear view mirror indicators illumi-
nate in the following situations:
• When  the  power  switch  is  in  ON

mode,  the  BSM  function  is  enabled

on the 

 screen of the multi-infor-

mation display.

WARNING

■

If a safety system warning light does not come on

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

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the engine and its components

The  engine  may  be  overheating  if  the  high  coolant  temperature  warning
light  comes  on  or  flashes.  In  this  case,  immediately  stop  the  vehicle  in  a
safe place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. (



P. 644)

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Main display

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

The main display shows basic information, such as the vehicle
speed and remaining fuel amount. Also, the displayed informa-
tion can be switched according to user preference.

Display contents

Simple screen

*

Split screen

*

*

: Refer to P. 119 for details on how to change the screen display.

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Speedometer

Displays the vehicle speed

Fuel gauge

Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank

Outside temperature

Displays  the  outside  temperature  within  the  range  of  -40°F  (-40°C)  to
122°F (50°C).
The temperature display flashes for approximately 10 seconds when the
outside temperature drops to approximately 37



F (3



C) or less, and then

stops flashing.

Mileage display (odometer/trip meters/driving range)

The possible driving range estimated from the mileage and current remain-
ing fuel amount can be displayed. (



P. 117)

Average fuel consumption display

The average fuel consumption that is linked with the contents of the mile-
age display can be displayed. (



P. 117)

Sub-screen

When split screen is selected for the main display, information such as the
Hybrid  System  Indicator and  current  fuel consumption  can be  displayed.
(



P. 119)

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2

3

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Each time 

 is pressed, the mileage display and fuel consumption

display change in the following order from 1 to 6.

Mileage display
Average  fuel  consumption  dis-
play

After 1 to 6 are displayed, the dis-
plays return to 1.
Use  the  displayed  average  fuel
consumption as a reference.

Switching  the  mileage  display  and  average  fuel  consumption
display

1

2

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1

: If 

 is pressed and held while this item is displayed, the information is

reset.

*

2

: This item is reset each time the hybrid system starts.

 Mileage display

 Average fuel consumption display

1

ODO (Odometer)

Total mileage

Average fuel consumption since
last reset

Average fuel  consumption  since
last reset

*

1

2

TRIP A (Trip meter A)

Mileage since last reset

*

1

TRIP A average fuel consumption

Average fuel  consumption  since
TRIP A was reset

*

1

3

TRIP B (Trip meter B)

Mileage since last reset

*

1

TRIP B average fuel consumption

Average fuel  consumption  since
TRIP B was reset

*

1

4

 (Mileage since hybrid sys-

tem was started)

Mileage  since  hybrid  system
started

*

2

Average  fuel  consumption  after
hybrid system started

Average fuel  consumption  since
hybrid system was started

*

2

5

 (Distance to empty)

Approximate  distance  vehicle
can  travel  based  on  current
remaining fuel amount

Blank screen

6

Blank screen

Blank screen

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Simple screen or split screen can be selected for the main display.

When split screen is selected, a variety of information can be displayed on
a sub-screen in addition to the contents of the simple screen.

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Setting procedure

Select the “Meter Customize” settings ( 

 ) screen on the

 screen of the multi-information display, and then press 

.

(



P. 149)

Press 

 or 

 of the meter control switches to select “Simple/

Split Screen”.

Press 

 to display the setting screen.

Press 

  or 

  of  the

meter  control  switches  to
select a display mode.

Press 

.

The contents of the main display switch to the selected display mode.
Press 

 to return to the previous screen.

Switching the display mode

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2

3

4

5

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Switching contents displayed on the sub-screen

Press 

  or 

  of  the

meter  control  switches  and
select the sub-screen.

When the sub-screen is selected,

  is  displayed  on  the  sub-

screen.

Press 

 or 

 of the meter control switches to select the dis-

play item.

One of the following 3 items can be displayed.

1

2

Display contents

Detail

Hybrid System Indicator

A convenient Hybrid System Indicator is displayed.
Refer to P. 127 for details on how to read the Hybrid
System Indicator.

Current fuel consumption

The  current  fuel  consumption  during  driving  is  dis-
played.

• The 

 mark indicates the value displayed in the

average  fuel  consumption  display  (



P.  117).

Switching  the  average  fuel  consumption  display
also changes the position of the 

 mark.

• When the average fuel consumption is reset, the

position of the 

 mark is reset to 0.

Hybrid battery (traction battery) status

The  same  contents  as  the  hybrid  battery  (traction
battery) status on the energy monitor are displayed.
(



P. 126)

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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 12 mph [20 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.

■

Distance to empty

●

This distance is computed based on your average fuel consumption. As a
result, the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that displayed.

●

When only a small amount of fuel is added to the tank, the display may not
be updated.
When refueling, turn the power switch off. If the vehicle is refueled without
turning the power switch off, the display may not be updated.

■

Switching the driving mode (



P. 336)

*

: The animation displayed when the driving mode is switched can be turned

off in the “Meter Customize” settings. (



P. 151)

When  the  driving  mode  is  switched,  the
driving  mode  indicator  changes  and  an
animation

*

 is displayed on the multi-infor-

mation display.
Also,  the  background  color  of  the  main
display,  energy  monitor  (



P.  125)  and

Hybrid  System  Indicator  (



P.  127)

change as follows.

Driving modes

Background color

Normal mode

Green

Power mode

Red

Eco drive mode

Blue

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Multi-information display

Information  related  to  each  icon
on the upper portion of the multi-
information  display  can  be  dis-
played  by  operating  the  meter
control switches to select the icon.

Icons are displayed when pressing

  or 

  of  the  meter  control

switches  and  turn  off  shortly  after
pressing the switch.
Screens  linked  with  vehicle  functions  may  be  automatically  displayed
according to the operation status of the corresponding functions.

A variety of information related to the vehicle can be displayed,
including the operation status of each system and data related
to Eco driving, and the settings of each system can be changed
according to user preference.

Display contents

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*

1

: If equipped

*

2

: When there is a warning message that can be displayed, the color of 

changes to amber.

Menu icons

Contents

Pages

Drive information

The energy monitor that shows the operation
status of the hybrid system, or other informa-
tion such as fuel consumption is displayed.

P. 124

Clock setting display

The clock settings can be changed.

P. 142

Navigation system-linked display

*

1

The information related to the navigation sys-
tem is displayed.

P. 143

Audio system-linked display

*

1

The audio system settings can be changed.

P. 143

Air conditioning system settings screen

The  air  conditioning  system  settings  can  be
changed.

P. 144

Driving assist system information

The  information  related  to  driving  assist  sys-
tems such as the LDA  (Lane Departure Alert
with  steering  control)

*

1

  and  dynamic  radar

cruise  control  with  full-speed  range

*

1

  is  dis-

played.

P. 148

Warning message display

*

2

The warning messages are displayed.

P. 148

Settings display

The  settings  of  the  vehicle  functions,  meter
display, etc. can be changed.

P. 149

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Press 

 or 

 of the meter control switches and select the icon

of the desired item.

The selected icon is highlighted and the display switches to the information
screen.
When split screen display is selected for the main display, the sub-screen
of the main display can also be selected. (



P. 120)

Press 

 or 

 of the meter control switches to switch the con-

tents of the display.
Press 

  on  screens  where  it

is  necessary  to  select  or  con-
firm an item.

On  screens  with  tab  displays,
pressing 

  selects  the  tab  dis-

play, and the screen display can be
changed by pressing 

 or 

 of

the meter control switches.

Press 

 to return to the previous screen.

When 

 is selected, the following information can be displayed by

pressing 

 or 

 of the meter control switches.

●

Energy monitor (



P. 125)

●

Hybrid System Indicator (



P. 127)

●

“Fuel Consumption Record” (



P. 131)

●

“Drive Monitor” (



P. 135)

●

“Eco Savings” (



P. 136)

●

“Eco-Diary” (



P. 139)

●

AWD display (for AWD vehicles only) (



P. 141)

Basic Operations

1

2

Tab display

3

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Energy monitor

The energy monitor can be used to check the vehicle drive status,
hybrid system operation status and energy regeneration status.
When energy is flowing, an arrow appears and a bright point of light
moves to show the direction of the flow of energy. When energy is
not flowing, the bright point of light is not displayed.

Gasoline engine
Electric motor 
(traction motor)
Hybrid battery 
(traction battery)
Tire
Bright  point  of  light  showing
the flow of energy

As an example, all arrows are shown in the illustration, but the actual con-
tents of the display will differ.

(Display example)

●

When the hybrid battery (traction battery) is being charged, the
bright point of light moves towards 

.

●

During driving, the bright point of light moves from 

 or 

 (or

both depending on the situation) towards 

.

*

●

During driving, the image of the tires rotates.

*

: The display may differ depending on the driving status.

1

2

3

4

5

3

1

2

4

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Hybrid battery (traction battery) status

●

The display changes in 8 levels according to the remaining charge amount
of the hybrid battery (traction battery).

●

The hybrid battery (traction battery) status is also displayed on the following
screen, but the contents of the display are the same.
• Sub-screen of the main display (



P. 120)

• Hybrid System Indicator (



P. 127)

• Head-up display (if equipped) (



P. 155)

●

The charge amount of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is automatically
controlled by the hybrid system. For this reason, even if electricity is recov-
ered via the regenerative braking, or electricity is generated via the gasoline
engine, the displayed hybrid battery (traction battery)  charge  amount  may
not reach the highest level (level 8). However, this does not indicate a mal-
function.

■

Remaining charge amount warning of hybrid battery (traction battery)

●

The buzzer sounds intermittently when the hybrid battery (traction battery)
remains  without  charging  while  the  shift  position  is  in  N,  or  the  remaining
charge amount drops below a certain level. 
If  the  remaining  charge  amount  drops  further,  the  buzzer  sounds  continu-
ously.

●

When a warning message is shown on the multi-information display and the
buzzer  sounds,  follow  the  instructions  displayed  on  the  screen  to  perform
troubleshooting.

Low
High

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Hybrid System Indicator

The display changes according to accelerator pedal operation and
displays the current driving status and energy regeneration status.

The Hybrid System Indicator can be displayed on the sub-screen of the
main display (



P. 120) and the head-up display (if equipped) 

(



P. 155).

■

How to read the display

Charge area

Shows that energy is being recovered via the regenerative charging.

Eco area

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

Power area

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

Hybrid Eco area

*

1

Shows that gasoline engine power is not being used very often.
The  gasoline  engine  will  automatically  stop  and  restart  under  various
conditions.

Head-up display 

(if equipped)

Sub-screen

Multi-information 

display

1

2

3

4

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EV indicator

*

2, 3

The  EV  indicator  comes  on  when  the  vehicle  is  driven  using  only  the
electric motor (traction motor) or the gasoline engine is stopped.

Hybrid battery (traction battery) status



P. 126

Eco score



P. 129

●

By keeping the indicator within Eco area, more Eco-friendly driv-
ing can be achieved.

●

Charge  area  indicates  regeneration

*

4

  status.  Regenerated

energy will be used to charge the hybrid battery (traction battery).

*

1

: Not displayed on the sub-screen.

*

2

: Not displayed on the sub-screen or head-up display.

*

3

: The  EV  indicator  function  can  be  turned  off  in  the  “Meter  Customize”

settings. (



P. 151)

*

4

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

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

■

“ECO Accelerator Guidance”

A blue zone is displayed in the
Eco area which can be used as
a reference operation range for
using  the  accelerator  pedal
according  to  driving  conditions
such  as  starting  off  and  cruis-
ing.

The  “ECO  Accelerator  Guid-
ance”  display  changes  accord-
ing to the driving status, such as
when starting off or cruising.
It is easier to drive in an Eco-friendly manner by driving according to the
display showing the accelerator pedal operations and staying within the
“ECO Accelerator Guidance” range. (



P. 225)

The  “ECO  Accelerator  Guidance”  function  can  be  turned  off  in  the
“Meter Customize” settings. (



P. 151)

5

6

7

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Eco score

The driving status for the following 3 situations are evaluated in 5
levels:  Smooth  start-off  acceleration  (“Eco-Start”),  driving  without
sudden  acceleration  (“Eco-Cruise”)  and  smooth  stopping  (“Eco-
Stop”). Each time the vehicle is stopped, a score result is displayed
out of a perfect score of 100 points.

Score result
“Eco-Start” status
“Eco-Cruise” status
“Eco-Stop” status

How to read the bar display:

*

: For items not currently evaluated, the display reads 0.

●

The Eco score is reset each time the vehicle starts off to start a new
evaluation.

●

When  the  shift  position  is  P,  only  the  Eco  score  display  area  is
enlarged and displayed. When the shift position is shifted from P,
the display returns to normal.

●

When  the  hybrid  system  stops,  the  current  total  score  result  and
advice on how to increase the score are displayed. (



P. 102)

1

2

3

4

Score

Low

*

High

Bar display

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When operation of each function stops

●

The Hybrid System Indicator stops operating in the following situations.
• The “READY” indicator is not illuminated.
• The shift position is not D or B.

●

The Eco score and “ECO Accelerator Guidance” stop operating in the fol-
lowing situations.
• The Hybrid System Indicator is not operating.
• Cruise  control  (if  equipped)  or  dynamic  radar  cruise  control  with  full-

speed range (if equipped) is being used.

■

About the Eco score

●

After  starting  off,  Eco  score  display  does  not  start  until  the  vehicle  speed
exceeds approximately 12 mph (20 km/h).

●

In addition to the vehicle driving status, the Eco score also evaluates the air
conditioning system usage condition (



P. 146). The score displayed when

the  hybrid  system  stops  is  the  total  result  of  the  driving  status  after  the
hybrid system starts and the air conditioning usage condition.

■

Predictive  Efficient  Drive  (Predictive  Deceleration  Support)  (vehicles
with 11.6-inch display)

When a predictive deceleration support point registered in the navigation sys-
tem  is  approached,  the  system  turns  off  the  Eco  accelerator  guide  and
informs the driver of releasing the accelerator pedal early.
For details about Predictive Efficient Drive (Predictive Deceleration Support),
refer to “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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“Fuel Consumption Record”

The  transitions  of  the  average  fuel  consumption  after  the  hybrid
system starts can be checked in such a unit as every 5 minutes or
every  1  mile  (1.6  km)

*

1

  or  1  km  (0.6  mile)

*

2

  of  driving. Also,  it  is

possible  to  check  the  average  fuel  consumption  history  for  each
month by switching to the “Monthly” display.

*

1

: When the unit is set to “MPH”

*

2

: When the unit is set to “km/h”

■

How to read the screen

The “5 min”  display  is  shown  as an example. However, the  basic
method for how to read the screen is the same for each fuel con-
sumption history screen.

Current  average  fuel  con-
sumption  record  (yellow  dis-
play)

*

1

When  the  recorded  unit  is
exceeded  (every  5  min.,  every
1 mile  [1.6 km]

*

2

  or  1 km

[0.6 mile]

*

3

,  etc.)  the  currently

displayed 

history 

moves

towards the left side and the old-
est record is deleted.

Past average fuel consumption record (green display)
Tab display

Displays types of “Fuel Consumption Record”.

*

1

: When displayed by “Monthly”, the average fuel consumption for the cur-

rent month is displayed.

*

2

: When the unit is set to “MPH”

*

3

: When the unit is set to “km/h”

1

2

3

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Types of “Fuel Consumption Record”



When the unit is set to “MPH”

*

1

: This record is reset each time the hybrid system stops.

*

2

: The maximum value of the graph can be switched in 3 levels (150 MPG,

100 MPG and 50 MPG) by operating the 

 or 

 of the meter control

switches while the “Monthly” tab display is selected.

*

3

: The  “Monthly”  record  can  be  reset  on  the  “Meter  Customize”  settings

screen. (



P. 151)

Tab display

Recorded contents

Recorded range

“5 min”

Average  fuel  consumption
of every 5 minutes

*

1

The past 30 minutes

“1 miles”

Average  fuel  consumption
of  every  1  mile  (1.6  km)
driven

*

1

The last 15 miles (24.1 km)
driven

“5 miles”

Average  fuel  consumption
of  every  5  miles  (8  km)
driven

*

1

The last 30 miles (48.3 km)
driven

“Monthly”

Average  fuel  consumption
of this month

*

2, 3

Record of last 4 months and
the same month of the pre-
vious year

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

When the unit is set to “km/h”

*

1

: This record is reset each time the hybrid system stops.

*

2

: The maximum value of the graph can be switched in 3 levels (10 L/100 km,

6 L/100 km and 3 L/100 km) by operating the 

 or 

 of the meter con-

trol switches while the “Monthly” tab display is selected.

*

3

: The  “Monthly”  record  can  be  reset  on  the  “Meter  Customize”  settings

screen. (



P. 151)

Tab display

Recorded contents

Recorded range

“5 min”

Average  fuel  consumption
of every 5 minutes

*

1

The past 30 minutes

“1 km”

Average  fuel  consumption
of  every  1 km  (0.6 mile)
driven

*

1

The  last  15  km  (9.3  miles)
driven

“5 km”

Average  fuel  consumption
of  every  5 km  (3.1 miles)
driven

*

1

The last 30 km (18.6 miles)
driven

“Monthly”

Average  fuel  consumption
of this month

*

2, 3

Record of last 4 months and
the same month of the pre-
vious year

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Switching the fuel consumption history screen

While the “Fuel Consumption Record” screen is displayed, press

.

The tab display is selected and it is possible to switch the contents of
the display.

Press 

 or 

 of the meter control switches to switch the con-

tents of the display.

Each time 

 is pressed, the display switches in the following order:



When the unit is set to “MPH”

“5 min”,  “1 miles”,  “5 miles”  and  “Monthly”

*

.  When 

  is  pressed,  it

switches in the reverse order.



When the unit is set to “km/h”

“5 min”, “1 km”, “5 km” and “Monthly”

*

. When 

 is pressed, it switches

in the reverse order.

*

: After “Monthly”, the display returns to “5 min”.

■

Calendar settings



P. 153

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“Drive Monitor”

Displays information such as the driving time and average vehicle
speed, which are linked with the current mileage display. (



P. 117)

Current  contents  of  the  dis-
play

Displayed  information  shows
which  driving  record  the  cur-
rently  displayed  contents  are
based on.

“Elapsed Time”
“Average Speed”
“EV Driving Ratio”

For the displayed distance of the mileage display, the percent traveled
using only electric motor power is displayed.

Each time 

 is pressed, the mileage display (



P. 117) switches

and the contents of the “Drive monitor” change as follows.

*

1

: When the average fuel consumption is reset (



P. 118), the “Drive monitor”

display is also reset.

*

2

: When the trip meter is reset (



P. 118), the “Drive monitor” display is also

reset.

*

3

: This item is reset each time the hybrid system starts.

1

2

3

4

Mileage display

Contents of the “Drive monitor”

ODO

After Reset

Information since last reset

*

1

TRIP A

TRIP A

Information  based  on  driving  record  of
TRIP A

*

2

TRIP B

TRIP B

Information  based  on  driving  record  of
TRIP B

*

2

After Start

Information  since  hybrid  system  was
started

*

3

Blank screen

1

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“Eco Savings”

“Gasoline Price”

*

1

 and “COMP. Consumption” information is regis-

tered in the “Meter Customize” settings (



P. 151), making it possi-

ble  to  display  2  types  of  information  related  to  gasoline  fuel
consumption.



“SAVINGS”

If information about the vehicle used to compare fuel consumption
(“COMP. Consumption”) is entered, when the fuel consumption of
this vehicle according to the mileage of the trip meter

*

2

 is greater

than that of the comparison vehicle, an estimation

*

3

 of the amount

of the fuel cost savings is displayed.



“FUEL COST”

If information about the vehicle used to compare fuel consumption
(“COMP.  Consumption”)  is  not  entered,  an  estimation

*

3

  of  the

amount of fuel cost savings is displayed according to the mileage of
the trip meter

*

2

.

*

1

: “Gasoline  Price”  is  information  necessary  to  display  the  “SAVINGS”

and “FUEL COST” records.

*

2

: The display can be switched from the mileage history to the history by

month. (



P. 138)

*

3

: The  displayed  amount  is  only  an  estimate,  and  may  differ  from  the

actual amount.

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How to read the display

Trip meter distance traveled

*

Estimate of fuel consumption saved for displayed distance trav-
eled

*

Estimate of fuel expenses necessary to drive currently displayed
distance

*

Estimate  of  fuel  expenses  to  drive  currently  displayed  distance
(your vehicle)

*

Estimate  of  fuel  expenses  to  drive  currently  displayed  distance
(comparison vehicle)

*

*

: When the trip meter is reset (



P. 118), the “Eco Savings” record is also

reset.

“FUEL COST” display

“SAVINGS” display

1

2

3

4

5

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Checking monthly record

The display can be switched to “TRIP” or “Monthly” by pressing 

with the tab display selected, and then pressing 

 or 

 of the

meter control switches.
Using the “Monthly” display, the
monthly records for “SAVINGS”
and  “FUEL  COST”  can  be
checked.

The  records  for  the  past  5
months  can  be  displayed  by
operating 

  of  the  meter  con-

trol  switches  with  the  “Monthly”
tab display selected.
To reset the  “Monthly” contents, perform “History  Reset”  in the “Meter
Customize” settings (



P. 151).

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“Eco-Diary”

The distance traveled and average fuel consumption history can be
displayed in a table according to day (“Daily”) or month (“Monthly”)
units.

■

How to read the display

Record of the day/month
Date/month of stored information
Total distance traveled for the day/month
Average fuel consumption of the day/month
Tab display

The display can be switched between “Daily” and “Monthly” by pressing

 to enter the select condition, and then operating 

 or 

 of the

meter control switches.

“Monthly” display

“Daily” display

1

2

3

4

5

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Checking history

When  each  screen  is  selected,  past  records  from  the  following

ranges can be displayed by pressing 

 or 

 of the meter con-

trol switches.

●

If the above number of records is exceeded, the oldest informa-
tion is deleted.

●

To reset the history, perform “History Reset” in the “Meter Cus-
tomize”  settings  (



P.  151).  (“Daily”  and  “Monthly”  information

can be reset independently.)

■

Calendar settings



P. 153

Displayed screen

Displayed information

Stored information

“Daily”

4 reports

Up to 32 reports 

(8 screens)

“Monthly”

Up to 24 reports 

(6 screens)

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AWD display (for AWD vehicles only)

Displays the drive status of each wheel in 6 steps from 0 to 5.

Front-left wheel drive status
Front-right wheel drive status
Rear-left wheel drive status
Rear-right wheel drive status

How to read the drive status display:

■

About drive status display

●

Indicates the drive status of each wheel by the number of bars based on the
driving conditions and AWD system.

●

When the drive power to each wheel is large, the number of bars increases,
and when the drive power is small the number of bars decreases.

●

When the number of bars to the rear wheels is small, the system determines
that stable driving is being performed and the AWD function is suppressed
to increase fuel economy.

1

2

3

4

Drive status

Not being driven

Maximum drive power

Indicators

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The  clock  settings  can  be
changed.

 Clock setting display

Item

Setting result

Adjusts the clock. 
(



P. 103)

Sets  the  minutes  to
“00”. (



P. 104)

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Displays  a  compass  linked  with
the navigation system. Also, when
the navigation system is perform-
ing  intersection  guidance  during
destination  guidance,  the  inter-
section guidance is also displayed
on the multi-information display.

The illustration is only an example
and  may  differ  from  the  actual
screen.
For  details  on  how  to  set  the  destination  and  switch  the  map  direction,
refer to “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

The  information  about  the  cur-
rently  selected  audio  source  is
displayed.

The illustration is only an example
and  may  differ  from  the  actual
screen.
To  switch  the  audio  source,  press

  to  display  the  audio  source

selection  screen,  press 

  or 

of  the  meter  control  switches  and
select  the  desired  audio  source,
and then press 

.

To  stop  audio  source  selection,  press 

  on  the  audio  source  selection

screen.

 Navigation system-linked display (if equipped)

 Audio system-linked display (if equipped)