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Turn the bulb base counterclockwise.

Remove the light bulb.

Install a new light bulb then install the bulb base to the light unit
by inserting it and turning the bulb base clockwise.

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Back-up light

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Rear turn signal light

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Back-up light

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Rear turn signal light

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Back-up light

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Rear turn signal light

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Replacing the following bulbs

If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by
any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.

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Headlights

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Daytime running lights

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Front position lights

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Front fog lights

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Front turn signal lights

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Side turn signal lights

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Rear fog light

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Tail lights

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Stop lights

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High mounted stoplight

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License plate lights

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LED lights

The lights other than the rear turn signal lights and back-up light each consist
of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer to have the light replaced.

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Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens

Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does not
indicate a malfunction. Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer for more information in the follow-
ing situations:

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Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.

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Water has built up inside the light.

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When replacing light bulbs

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P. 560

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WARNING

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Replacing light bulbs

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Be sure to stop the hybrid system and turn off the lights. Do not attempt to
replace the bulb immediately after turning off the lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.

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Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is
unavoidable to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth
to avoid getting moisture and oils on the bulb.
Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.

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Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.

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Do not attempt to repair or disassemble light bulbs, connectors, electric
circuits or component parts.
Doing so may result in death or serious injury due to electric shock.

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To prevent damage or fire

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Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.

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Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.

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When trouble arises

7-1. Essential information

Emergency flashers ...........568
If your vehicle has to

be stopped in an
emergency.......................569

If the vehicle is submerged

or water on the road is
rising ................................570

7-2. Steps to take in an

emergency

If your vehicle needs

to be towed ......................572

If you think something is

wrong...............................579

If a warning light turns on

or a warning buzzer
sounds .............................580

If a warning message is

displayed .........................589

If you have a flat tire

(vehicles without
spare tire) ........................598

If you have a flat tire

(vehicles with
spare tire) ........................618

If the hybrid system will

not start............................634

If the electronic key does

not operate properly ........636

If the 12-volt battery is

discharged .......................639

If your vehicle

overheats.........................645

If the vehicle becomes

stuck ................................650

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7-1. Essential information

Emergency flashers

Press the switch.

All the turn signal lights will flash.
To turn them off, press the switch
once again.

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Emergency flashers

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If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while the hybrid system is
not operating (while the “READY” indicator is not illuminated), the 12-volt
battery may discharge.

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If any of the SRS airbags deploy (inflate) or in the event of a strong rear
impact, the emergency flashers will turn on automatically.
The emergency flashers will turn off automatically after operating for approx-
imately 20 minutes. To manually turn the emergency flashers off, press the
switch twice.
(The emergency flashers may not turn on automatically depending on the
force of the impact and conditions of the collision.)

The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the
vehicle has to be stopped in the road due to a breakdown, etc.

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If your vehicle has to be stopped in an

emergency

Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly depress it.

Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the effort
required to slow the vehicle.

Shift the shift position to N.

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If the shift position is shifted to N
After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Stop the hybrid system.



If the shift position cannot be shifted to N
Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle
speed as much as possible.
To stop the hybrid system,
press and hold the power
switch for 2 consecutive sec-
onds or more, or press it briefly
3 times or more in succession.

Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.

Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop
the vehicle in the normal way, stop the vehicle using the follow-
ing procedure:

Press and hold for 2 seconds or
more, or press briefly 3 times or
more

WARNING

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If the hybrid system has to be turned off while driving

Power assist for the steering wheel will be lost, making the steering wheel
heavier to turn. Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the hybrid
system.

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If the vehicle is submerged or water on the

road is rising

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If the door can be opened, open the door and exit the vehicle.

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If the door can not be opened, open the window using the power
window switch and ensure an escape route.

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If the window can be opened, exit the vehicle through the window.

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If the door and window cannot be opened due to the rising water,
remain calm, wait until the water level inside the vehicle rises to the
point that the water pressure inside of the vehicle equals the water
pressure outside of the vehicle and then open the door after waiting
for the rising water to enter the vehicle, and exit the vehicle. When
the outside water level exceeds half the height of the door, the door
cannot be opened from the inside due to water pressure.

This vehicle is not designed to be able to drive on roads that are
deeply flooded with water. Do not drive on roads where the
roads may be submerged or the water may be rising. It is dan-
gerous to remain in the vehicle, if it anticipated that the vehicle
will be flooded or set a drift. Remain calm and follow the follow-
ing.

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Water level exceeds the floor

When the water level exceeds the floor and time has passed, the electrical
equipment will get damaged, the power windows will not operate, the engine
and motor stop, and the vehicle may not be able to get moving.

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Using an emergency escape hammer

Laminated glass

is used in the windshield and the windows on this vehicle.

Laminated glass cannot be shattered with an emergency hammer

: Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or

any reliable repairer or aftermarket accessory manufacturer for further
information about an emergency hammer.

: If equipped

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How to distinguish laminated glass

When looking from the cross-sectional
view point, laminated glass is two sheets
of glass pasted together.

Laminated glass
Tempered glass

WARNING

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Caution while driving

Do not drive on roads where the roads may be submerged or the water may
be rising. Otherwise the vehicle may be damaged and cannot move, as well
as become flooded and set a drift, which may lead to death.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If your vehicle needs to be towed

In the following situations, it is not possible to be towed by another
vehicle using cables or chains, as the front wheels may be locked due
to the parking lock. Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer or commercial towing ser-
vice.

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There is a malfunction in the shift control system. (

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P. 247, 597)

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There is a malfunction in the immobilizer system. (

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P. 91)

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There is a malfunction in the smart entry & start system. (

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P. 636)

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The 12-volt battery is discharged. (

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P. 639)

The following may indicate a problem with your hybrid transmission.
Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer or commercial towing service before towing.

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The hybrid system warning message is displayed and the vehicle
does not move.

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The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.

If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle
towed by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer or commercial towing service,
using a wheel-lift type truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/
provincial and local laws.

Situations when it is not possible to be towed by another vehicle

Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing

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Towing with a wheel-lift type truck

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From the front (2WD models)

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From the front (AWD models)

Release the parking brake.

Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.

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From the rear

Use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

When using a flatbed truck to transport the vehicle, use tire strapping
belts. Refer to the owner’s manual of the flatbed truck for the tire
strapping method.
In order to suppress vehicle movement during transportation, set the
parking brake and turn the power switch off.

If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using cables or chains secured to the emergency
towing eyelets. This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads
for short distances at under 30 km/h (18 mph).
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.

Using a flatbed truck

Emergency towing

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To have your vehicle towed by another vehicle, the towing eyelet must
be installed to your vehicle. Install the towing eyelet using the follow-
ing procedure.

Take out the wheel nut wrench and towing eyelet. (

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P. 600, 619)

Remove the eyelet cover using
a flathead screwdriver.

To protect the bodywork, place a
rag between the screwdriver and
the vehicle body as shown in the
illustration.

Insert the towing eyelet into the
hole and tighten partially by
hand.

Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel nut
wrench or hard metal bar.

When tightening with a wheel nut
wrench or hard metal bar, make
sure not to damage the vehicle
body.

Securely attach cables or chains to the towing eyelet.

Take care not to damage the vehicle body.

Enter the vehicle being towed and start the hybrid system.

If the hybrid system does not start, turn the power switch to ON mode.
Turn off the Parking Support Brake function. (if equipped):

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P. 396

Emergency towing procedure

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

Shift the shift position to N

and release the parking brake.

: If the shift position cannot be changed or the current shift position can

not be confirmed, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer or commercial towing ser-
vice before towing.

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While towing

If the hybrid system is off, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not
function, making steering and braking more difficult.

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Wheel nut wrench

Wheel nut wrench is installed in luggage compartment. (

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P. 600, 619)

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Towing eyelet installation hole on the rear of the vehicle

The hole is equipped for fastening the
vehicle while shipping. The towing eyelet
installed in this hole cannot be used for
towing another vehicle.

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WARNING

Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

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When towing the vehicle

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2WD models

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AWD models

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While towing

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When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place
excessive stress on the towing eyelets, cables or chains. The towing eye-
lets, cables or chains may become damaged, broken debris may hit peo-
ple, and cause serious damage.

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Do not turn the power switch off.
This may lead to an accident as the front wheels will be locked by the
parking lock.

Be sure to transport the vehicle with the
front wheels raised or with all four wheels
raised off the ground. If the vehicle is
towed with the front wheels contacting
the ground, the drivetrain and related
parts may be damaged or electricity gen-
erated by the operation of the motor may
cause a fire to occur depending on the
nature of the damage or malfunction.

Be sure to transport the vehicle with all
four wheels raised off the ground. If the
vehicle is towed with the tires contacting
the ground, the drivetrain or related parts
may be damaged, the vehicle may fly off
the truck, or electricity generated by the
operation of the motor may cause a fire
to occur depending on the nature of the
damage or malfunction.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

WARNING

Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

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Installing towing eyelets to the vehicle

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The towing eyelets are only for the vehicle equipped with them. Do not use
the towing eyelets for another vehicle, and do not use the towing eyelets
for this vehicle on another vehicle.

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Make sure that towing eyelets are installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelets may come loose during towing.

NOTICE

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Towing with a sling-type truck

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To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type
truck

When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.

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To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing with a sling-type truck

Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

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To prevent damage to the vehicle during emergency towing

Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components

Do not tow with a sling-type truck to pre-
vent body damage.

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