Toyota Prius (2024 year). Manual in english - page 6

P.137)

The adjusted positions other than

the position adjusted by lumbar sup-

port switch can be recorded.

■

Operating the driving position

memory after turning the power

switch to OFF

Recorded seat positions can be

activated up to 180 seconds after

the driver’s door is opened and

another 60 seconds after it is closed

again.

■

In order to correctly use the

driving position memory func-

tion

If a seat position is already in the

furthest possible position and the

seat is operated in the same direc-

tion, the recorded position may be

slightly different when it is recalled.

■

When recalling the driving posi-

tion

Take care when recalling the driving

position so that the head restraint

does not touch the ceiling.

■

When the recorded seat posi-

tion cannot be recalled

The seat position may not be

recalled in some situations when the

seat position is recorded in a certain

range. For details, contact your

Toyota dealer.

■

When My Settings is turned

off



Registering procedure

Record your driving position to

button “1” or “2” before perform-

ing the following:
Carry only the electronic key

you want to register, and then

close the driver’s door.
If 2 or more electronic keys are

in the vehicle, the driving posi-

tion cannot be recorded prop-

erly.

Check that the shift position

is in P.

Turn the power switch to ON.

Recall the driving position

that you want to record.

While pressing the recalled

button, press and hold the

door lock switch (either lock

or unlock) until the buzzer

sounds.

If the button could not be regis-

tered, the buzzer sounds continu-

WARNING

■

Seat adjustment caution

Take care during seat adjustment

so that the seat does not strike

the rear passenger or squeeze

your body against the steering

wheel.

Registering/recalling/can-

celing a driving position

to an electronic key

(memory recall function)

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3-6. Favorite settings

ously for approximately 3 seconds.



Recall procedure

Make sure that the doors are
locked before recalling the
driving position. Carry the
electronic key that has been
registered to the driving posi-
tion, and then unlock and
open the driver’s door using
the smart key system or wire-
less remote control.

The driver’s seat will move to a
position slightly behind the
recorded position in order to make
entering the vehicle easier.

If the driving position is in a position
that has already been recorded, the
driver’s seat will not move.

Turn the power switch to
ACC or ON, or fasten a seat
belt.

The driver’s seat will move to the
recorded position.



Cancelation procedure

Carry only the key you want
to cancel and then close the
driver’s door.

If 2 or more keys are in the vehicle,
the driving position cannot be can-
celed properly.

Check that the shift position
is in P.

Turn the power switch to ON.

While pressing the “SET” but-
ton, press and hold the door
lock switch (either lock or
unlock) until the buzzer
sounds twice.

If the button could not be canceled,
the buzzer sounds continuously for
approximately 3 seconds.

■

When My Settings is turned
on (an individual is identi-
fied with an electronic key)

The driving positions can be
automatically recalled for each
registered driver by registering
electronic key assignments in
My Settings.



Registering procedure

When shifting the shift position to P
after driving the vehicle, the current
driving position will be recorded.



Recalled procedure

Carry only the electronic key
that has been assigned and
registered in My Settings,
and then unlock and open
the driver’s door using the
smart key system or wireless
remote control.

The driver’s seat will move to a
position slightly behind the
recorded position in order to make
entering the vehicle easier.

If the driving position is in a position
that has already been recorded, the
driver’s seat will not move.

Turn the power switch to
ACC or ON.

The driver’s seat will move to the
recorded position.

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3-6. Favorite settings

Before driving



Cancelation procedure

Refer to the “MULTIMEDIA
OWNER’S MANUAL”.

■

Recalling the driving position
using the memory recall func-
tion

●

Different driving positions can be
registered for each electronic key.
Therefore, the driving position that
is recalled may be different
depending on the key being car-
ried.

●

If the a door other than the driver’s
door is unlocked with the smart
key system, the driving position
cannot be recalled. In this case,
press the driving position button
which has been set.

■

Jam protection function

If a person or object interferes while
the seat is moving automatically, the
operation will stop.

An individual can be identified
using the following authentica-
tion devices.



Electronic key

An individual is identified when the
smart key system detects their
electronic key. (



P.131)

My Settings

Drivers are identified using
devices such as electronic
keys to store the driving
position and vehicle set-
tings for each. Then the
information can be recalled
the next time the vehicle is
driven.

Authentication devices can
be assigned in advance to
drivers so that they can
drive using their preferred
settings.

Settings for 3 drivers can be
stored in My Settings.

For information on authenti-
cation devices registra-
tion/deletion, changing the
driver’s name, initializing
driver registered settings,
manually switching drivers
and deleting drivers regis-
tration, refer to the “MULTI-
MEDIA OWNER’S
MANUAL”.

Types of assigned
authentication devices

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3-6. Favorite settings



Digital Key (if equipped)

An individual is identified when the
smart key system detects their Digi-
tal Key. (

P.111)



Bluetooth

devices

An individual can be identified if the

same Bluetooth

device that was

used as a hands-free phone the
last time the vehicle was entered is
connected to the audio system.

If an individual is identified by
detecting an electronic key, identifi-

cation by Bluetooth

device will not

be performed.

Bluetooth

is a registered trade-

mark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

When an individual is identified
from an authentication device,
settings for the following func-
tions are recalled.



Driving position (memory

recall function)

After an individual is identified, the
driving position that was set when
driving was last completed is
recalled when either of the follow-
ing operations is performed.

• Identification using electronic key:

The door is unlocked and opened
using the smart key system or
wireless remote control.

• Identification using Digital Key

The door is unlocked and opened
using the smart key system.

Refer to P.160 for information on
driving position registration and

recall.



Multimedia settings

When an individual is identified, the
multimedia system settings used
when the power switch was last
turned off are recalled.



Vehicle settings

(items that

can be set on the multi-infor-
mation display and Multime-
dia Display)

When an individual is identified, the
vehicle settings used when the
power switch was last turned off are
recalled.

: If equipped

: Some settings are excluded

Recalled functions

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Driving

4-1. Before driving

Driving the vehicle.......

167

Cargo and luggage .....

174

Vehicle load limits .......

177

Trailer towing ..............

178

Dinghy towing .............

179

4-2. Driving procedures

Power (ignition) switch

180

EV drive mode ............

185

Transmission...............

187

Turn signal lever .........

192

Parking brake ..............

193

Brake Hold ..................

196

4-3. Operating the lights and

wipers

Headlight switch ..........

199

AHB (Automatic High

Beam)........................

202

Windshield wipers and

washer.......................

205

4-4. Refueling

Opening the fuel tank cap

..................................

210

4-5. Using the driving support

systems

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0

software update.........

213

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0

..................................

215

PCS (Pre-Collision System)

..................................

222

LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)

..................................

234

LCA (Lane Change Assist)

..................................

239

LDA (Lane Departure Alert)

..................................

242

PDA (Proactive driving

assist) ........................

248

FCTA (Front Cross Traffic

Alert)..........................

254

RSA (Road Sign Assist)

..................................

257

Dynamic radar cruise con-

trol .............................

259

Cruise control ..............

269

Emergency Driving Stop

System ......................

272

BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)

..................................

275

Safe Exit Assist ...........

280

Intuitive parking assist .

284

RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic

Alert) function ............

294

RCD (Rear Camera Detec-

tion) function..............

299

PKSB (Parking Support

Brake)........................

303

Parking Support Brake func-

tion (static objects to the
front and rear/static objects
around the vehicle)

..................................

309

166

Parking Support Brake func-

tion (rear-crossing vehi-
cles)...........................

313

Parking Support Brake

function (rear pedestrians)

..................................

314

Toyota Teammate

Advanced Park..........

316

Driving mode select switch

..................................

343

Driving assist systems

345

4-6. Driving tips

Hybrid Electric Vehicle driv-

ing tips.......................

351

Winter driving tips .......

353

Driving

167

4-1. Before driving

Dr
iv

ing

4-1.Before driving

■

Starting the hybrid system



P.180

■

Driving

With the brake pedal
depressed, shift the shift
position to D.

Check that the shift position indica-
tor shows D.

If the parking brake is set,
release the parking brake.
(



If the parking brake is in automatic
mode, the parking brake will be
released automatically. (



P.194)

Gradually release the brake
pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal to acceler-
ate the vehicle.

■

Stopping

Depress the brake pedal.

If necessary, set the parking
brake.

If the vehicle is to be stopped for an
extended period of time, shift the
shift position to P. (



■

Parking the vehicle

Depress the brake pedal to
stop the vehicle completely.

If the parking brake is
released, set the parking
brake. (

If the parking brake is in automatic
mode, turning off the power switch
will automatically set the parking
brake. (



Shift the shift position to P.
(

Check that the shift position indica-
tor shows P and the parking brake
indicator is illuminated.

Press the power switch to
stop the hybrid system.

Slowly release the brake
pedal.

Lock the door, making sure
that you have the electronic
key on your person.

If parking on a hill, block the wheels
as needed.

■

Starting off on a steep
uphill

Firmly depress the brake
pedal and shift the shift posi-
tion to D.

The hill-start assist control will be
activated.

Set the parking brake.
(

Release the brake pedal and
gently depress the accelera-
tor pedal to accelerate the
vehicle.

Release the parking brake.
(

■

For fuel-efficient driving

Keep in mind that Hybrid Electric

Driving the vehicle

The following procedures
should be observed to
ensure safe driving:

Driving procedure

168

4-1. Before driving

Vehicles are similar to conventional

vehicles, and it is necessary to

refrain from activities such as sud-

den acceleration. (



P.351)

■

Driving in the rain

●

Drive carefully when it is raining,

because visibility will be reduced,

the windows may become fogged-

up, and the road will be slippery.

●

Drive carefully when it starts to

rain, because the road surface will

be especially slippery.

●

Refrain from high speeds when

driving on an expressway in the

rain, because there may be a

layer of water between the tires

and the road surface, preventing

the steering and brakes from

operating properly.

■

ECO Accelerator Guidance

(

P.93)

It is easier to drive in an Eco-friendly

manner by driving while referring to

the ECO Accelerator Guidance dis-

play. Also, by using the ECO Accel-

erator Guidance it is easier to

increase the “Eco Score” evaluation.

●

When starting off:

While staying within the ECO Accel-

erator Guidance range, gradually

depress the accelerator pedal and

accelerate to the desired speed. If

excessive acceleration is avoided,

the “Start” score will increase.

●

When driving:

After accelerating to the desired

speed, release the accelerator

pedal and drive at a stable speed

within the ECO Accelerator Guid-

ance range. By keeping the vehicle

within the ECO Accelerator Guid-

ance range, the “Cruise” score will

increase.

●

When stopping:

When stopping the vehicle, early

releasing the accelerator pedal will

cause the “Stop” score to increase.

■

Restraining the hybrid system

output (Brake Override System)

●

When the accelerator and brake

pedals are depressed at the same

time, the hybrid system output

may be restrained.

●

A warning message is displayed

on the multi-information display

while the system is operating.

■

Breaking in your new Toyota

To extend the life of the vehicle,

observing the following precautions

is recommended:

●

For the first 200 miles (300 km):

Avoid sudden stops.

●

For the first 600 miles (1000 km):

• Do not drive at extremely high

speeds.

• Avoid sudden acceleration.

• Do not drive continuously in low

gears.

• Do not drive at a constant speed

for extended periods.

■

Operating your vehicle in a for-

eign country

Comply with the relevant vehicle

registration laws and confirm the

availability of the correct fuel.

(



P.521)

WARNING

Observe the following precau-

tions.

Failure to do so may result in

death or serious injury.

■

When starting the vehicle

Always keep your foot on the

brake pedal while stopped with

the “READY” indicator is illumi-

nated. This prevents the vehicle

from creeping.

169

4-1. Before driving

ing

WARNING

■

When driving the vehicle

●

Do not drive if you are unfamil-

iar with the location of the brake

and accelerator pedals to avoid

depressing the wrong pedal.

• Accidentally depressing the

accelerator pedal instead of the

brake pedal will result in sudden

acceleration that may lead to an

accident.

• When backing up, you may twist

your body around, leading to a

difficulty in operating the pedals.

Make sure to operate the pedals

properly.

• Make sure to keep a correct

driving posture even when mov-

ing the vehicle only slightly. This

allows you to depress the brake

and accelerator pedals properly.

• Depress the brake pedal using

your right foot. Depressing the

brake pedal using your left foot

may delay response in an emer-

gency, resulting in an accident.

●

The driver should pay extra

attention to pedestrians when

the vehicle is powered only by

the electric motor (traction

motor). As there is no engine

noise, the pedestrians may mis-

judge the vehicle’s movement.

Even if the Acoustic Vehicle

Alerting System is operating,

drive with care as pedestrians in

the vicinity may still not notice

the vehicle if the surrounding

area is noisy.

●

Do not drive the vehicle over or

stop the vehicle near flammable

materials such as leaves, paper

or rags.

The exhaust system and

exhaust gases can be

extremely hot. These hot parts

may cause a fire if there is any

flammable material nearby.

●

During normal driving, do not

turn off the hybrid system. Turn-

ing the hybrid system off while

driving will not cause loss of

steering or braking control.

However, power assist for the

steering wheel may be lost mak-

ing it difficult to steer smoothly

before stopping the vehicle

depending on the remaining

charge in the 12-volt battery or

usage conditions. In this situa-

tion, you should pull over and

stop the vehicle as soon as it is

safe to do so.

In the event of an emergency,

such as if it becomes impossible

to stop the vehicle in the normal

way:



P.455

●

Use engine braking (downshift)

to maintain a safe speed when

driving down a steep hill.

Using the brakes continuously

may cause the brakes to over-

heat and lose effectiveness.

(



P.187)

●

Do not adjust the position of the

steering wheel, the seat, inside

rear view mirror (if equipped),

Digital Rear-view Mirror (if

equipped) or outside rear view

mirrors while driving.

Doing so may result in a loss of

vehicle control.

●

Always check that all passen-

gers’ arms, head or other parts

of their body are not outside the

vehicle.

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4-1. Before driving

WARNING

●

AWD models:

Do not drive the vehicle off-

road.

This is not an AWD vehicle

designed for off-road driving.

Drive with due care if it

becomes unavoidable to drive

off-road.

●

Do not drive across a river or

through other bodies of water.

This may cause electric/elec-

tronic components to short cir-

cuit, damage the hybrid system

or cause other serious damage

to the vehicle.

●

Do not drive in excess of the

speed limit. Even if the legal

speed limit permits it, do not

drive over 85 mph (140 km/h)

unless your vehicle has high-

speed capability tires. Driving

over 85 mph (140 km/h) may

result in tire failure, loss of con-

trol and possible injury. Be sure

to consult a tire dealer to deter-

mine whether the tires on your

vehicle are high-speed capabil-

ity tires or not before driving at

such speeds.

■

When driving on slippery

road surfaces

●

Sudden braking, acceleration

and steering may cause tire

slippage and reduce your ability

to control the vehicle.

●

Sudden acceleration, engine

braking due to shifting, or

changes in engine speed could

cause the vehicle to skid, result-

ing in an accident.

●

After driving through a puddle,

lightly depress the brake pedal

to make sure that the brakes

are functioning properly. Wet

brake pads may prevent the

brakes from functioning prop-

erly. If the brakes on only one

side are wet and not functioning

properly, steering control may

be affected.

■

When shifting the shift posi-

tion

●

Do not let the vehicle roll back-

ward while a forward driving

position is selected, or roll for-

ward while the shift position is in

Doing so may result in an acci-

dent or damage to the vehicle.

●

Do not shift the shift position to

P while the vehicle is moving.

Doing so can damage the trans-

mission and may result in a loss

of vehicle control.

●

Do not shift the shift position to

R while the vehicle is moving

forward.

Doing so can damage the trans-

mission and may result in a loss

of vehicle control.

●

Do not shift the shift position to

a driving position while the vehi-

cle is moving backward.

Doing so can damage the trans-

mission and may result in a loss

of vehicle control.

●

Changing the shift position to N

while the vehicle is moving will

disengage the hybrid system.

Regenerative braking is not

available with the hybrid system

disengaged.

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4-1. Before driving

ing

WARNING

●

Do not shift the shift position

with the accelerator pedal

depressed. Changing the shift

position to any positions other

than P or N may lead to unex-

pected rapid acceleration of the

vehicle that may cause an acci-

dent and result in death or seri-

ous injury.

After changing the shift position,

make sure to confirm the cur-

rent shift position displayed on

the shift position indicator inside

the meter.

■

If you hear a squealing or

scraping noise (brake pad

wear limit indicators)

Have the brake pads checked and

replaced by your Toyota dealer as

soon as possible.

Rotor damage may result if the

pads are not replaced when

needed.

It is dangerous to drive the vehicle

when the wear limits of the brake

pads and/or those of the brake

discs are exceeded.

■

When the vehicle is stopped

●

Do not depress the accelerator

pedal unnecessarily.

If the shift position is in any

position other than P or N, the

vehicle may accelerate sud-

denly and unexpectedly, caus-

ing an accident.

●

In order to prevent accidents

due to the vehicle rolling away,

always keep depressing the

brake pedal while stopped with

the “READY” indicator is illumi-

nated, and apply the parking

brake as necessary.

●

If the vehicle is stopped on an

incline, in order to prevent acci-

dents caused by the vehicle roll-

ing forward or backward, always

depress the brake pedal and

securely apply the parking

brake as needed.

●

Avoid revving or racing the

engine.

Running the engine at high

speed while the vehicle is

stopped may cause the exhaust

system to overheat, which could

result in a fire if combustible

material is nearby.

■

When the vehicle is parked

●

Do not leave glasses, cigarette

lighters, spray cans, or soft

drink cans in the vehicle when it

is in the sun.

Doing so may result in the fol-

lowing:

• Gas may leak from a cigarette

lighter or spray can, and may

lead to a fire.

• The temperature inside the

vehicle may cause the plastic

lenses and plastic material of

glasses to deform or crack.

• Soft drink cans may fracture,

causing the contents to spray

over the interior of the vehicle,

and may also cause a short cir-

cuit in the vehicle’s electrical

components.

●

Do not leave cigarette lighters in

the vehicle. If a cigarette lighter

is in a place such as the glove

box or on the floor, it may be lit

accidentally when luggage is

loaded or the seat is adjusted,

causing a fire.

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4-1. Before driving

WARNING

●

Do not attach adhesive discs to

the windshield or windows. Do

not place containers such as air

fresheners on the instrument

panel or dashboard. Adhesive

discs or containers may act as

lenses, causing a fire in the

vehicle.

●

Do not leave a door or window

open if the curved glass is

coated with a metallized film

such as a silver-colored one.

Reflected sunlight may cause

the glass to act as a lens, caus-

ing a fire.

●

Always apply the parking brake,

shift the shift position to P, stop

the hybrid system and lock the

vehicle.

Do not leave the vehicle unat-

tended while the “READY” indi-

cator is illuminated.

If the vehicle is parked with the

shift position in P but the park-

ing brake is not set, the vehicle

may start to move, possibly

leading to an accident.

●

Do not touch the exhaust pipes

while the “READY” indicator is

illuminated or immediately after

turning the hybrid system off.

Doing so may cause burns.

■

When taking a nap in the

vehicle

Always turn the hybrid system off.

Otherwise, if you accidentally shift

the shift position or depress the

accelerator pedal, this could

cause an accident or fire due to

hybrid system overheating. Addi-

tionally, if the vehicle is parked in

a poorly ventilated area, exhaust

gases may collect and enter the

vehicle, leading to death or a seri-

ous health hazard.

■

When braking

●

When the brakes are wet, drive

more cautiously.

Braking distance increases

when the brakes are wet, and

this may cause one side of the

vehicle to brake differently than

the other side. Also, the parking

brake may not securely hold the

vehicle.

●

If the electronically controlled

brake system does not operate,

do not follow other vehicles

closely and avoid hills or sharp

turns that require braking.

In this case, braking is still pos-

sible, but the brake pedal

should be depressed more

firmly than usual. Also, the brak-

ing distance will increase. Have

your brakes fixed immediately.

●

The brake system consists of 2

or more individual hydraulic sys-

tems; if one of the systems fails,

the other(s) will still operate. In

this case, the brake pedal

should be depressed more

firmly than usual and the brak-

ing distance will increase. Have

your brakes fixed immediately.

■

If the vehicle becomes stuck

(AWD vehicles)

Do not spin the wheels exces-

sively when any of the tires is up

in the air, or the vehicle is stuck in

sand, mud, etc. This may damage

the driveline components or pro-

pel the vehicle forward or back-

ward, causing an accident.

NOTICE

■

When driving the vehicle

●

Do not depress the accelerator

and brake pedals at the same

time during driving, as this may

restrain the hybrid system out-

put.

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ing

When the following unusual

operation is performed with the

accelerator pedal depressed,

the hybrid system output may be

restrained.



When the shift lever is shifted
to R



When the shift lever is shifted

from P or R to forward drive
shift position such as D

When the system operates, a mes-

NOTICE

●

Do not use the accelerator

pedal or depress the accelera-

tor and brake pedals at the

same time to hold the vehicle on

a hill.

■

Avoiding damage to vehicle

parts

●

Do not turn the steering wheel

fully in either direction and hold

it there for an extended period

of time.

Doing so may damage the

power steering.

●

When driving over bumps in the

road, drive as slowly as possible

to avoid damaging the wheels,

underside of the vehicle, etc.

■

If you get a flat tire while driv-

ing

A flat or damaged tire may cause

the following situations. Hold the

steering wheel firmly and gradu-

ally depress the brake pedal to

slow down the vehicle.

●

It may be difficult to control your

vehicle.

●

The vehicle will make abnormal

sounds or vibrations.

●

The vehicle will lean abnor-

mally.

Information on what to do in case

of a flat tire (



P.496)

■

When encountering flooded

roads

Do not drive on a road that has

flooded after heavy rain, etc.

Doing so may cause the following

serious damage to the vehicle:

●

Engine stalling

●

Short in electrical components

●

Engine damage caused by

water immersion

In the event that you drive on a

flooded road and the vehicle is

flooded, be sure to have your

Toyota dealer check the following:

●

Brake function

●

Changes in quantity and quality

of oil and fluid used for the

engine, transmission, tran-

saxle, etc.

●

Lubricant condition for the bear-

ings and suspension joints

(where possible), and the func-

tion of all joints, bearings, etc.

If the shift control system is dam-

aged by flooding, it may not be

possible to shift the shift position

to P, or from P to other positions.

In this case, contact your Toyota

dealer.

■

When parking the vehicle

Always set the parking brake, and

shift the shift position to P. Failure

to do so may cause the vehicle to

move or the vehicle may acceler-

ate suddenly if the accelerator

pedal is accidentally depressed.

Sudden start restraint

control (Drive-Start Con-

trol [DSC])

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4-1. Before driving

sage appears on the multi-informa-

tion display. Read the message

and follow the instruction.

: Depending on the situation, the

shift position may not be

changed.

■

Drive-Start Control (DSC)

●

When the TRAC is turned off

(

P.346), sudden start restraint

control also does not operate. If

your vehicle have trouble escap-

ing from the mud or fresh snow

due to sudden start restraint con-

trol operation, deactivate TRAC

(

P.346) so that the vehicle may

become able to escape from the

mud or fresh snow.

Cargo and luggage

Take notice of the following

information about storage

precautions, cargo capacity

and load:

WARNING

■

Things that must not be car-

ried in the luggage compart-

ment

The following things may cause a

fire if loaded in the luggage com-

partment:

●

Receptacles containing gaso-

line

●

Aerosol cans

■

Storage precautions

Observe the following precau-

tions.

Failure to do so may prevent the

pedals from being depressed

properly, may block the driver’s

vision, or may result in items hit-

ting the driver or passengers, pos-

sibly causing an accident.

●

Stow cargo and luggage in the

luggage compartment when-

ever possible.

●

Do not stack cargo and luggage

in the luggage compartment

higher than the seatbacks.

●

When you fold down the rear

seats, long items should not be

placed directly behind the front

seats.

●

Never allow anyone to ride in

the luggage compartment. It is

not designed for passengers.

They should ride in their seats

with their seat belts properly

fastened.

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ing

Cargo capacity depends on the

total weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load

capacity) - (Total weight of occu-

pants)

Steps for Determining Correct

Load Limit



(1) Locate the statement “The

combined weight of occupants

and cargo should never exceed

XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your

vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined

weight of the driver and passen-

gers that will be riding in your

vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined

weight of the driver and passen-

gers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals

the available amount of cargo

and luggage load capacity.
For example, if the “XXX”

amount equals 1400 lbs. and

WARNING

●

Do not place cargo or luggage

in or on the following locations.

• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear

seats (when stacking items)

• On the luggage cover
• On the instrument panel
• On the dashboard

●

Secure all items in the occupant

compartment.

■

When loading cargo on the

roof luggage carrier (if

equipped)

Observe the following precau-

tions:

●

Place the cargo so that its

weight is distributed evenly

between the front and rear

axles.

●

If loading long or wide cargo,

never exceed the vehicle overall

length or width. (

P.520)

●

Before driving, make sure the

cargo is securely fastened on

the roof luggage carrier.

●

Loading cargo on the roof lug-

gage carrier will make the cen-

ter of gravity of the vehicle

higher. Avoid high speeds, sud-

den starts, sharp turns, sudden

braking or abrupt maneuvers,

otherwise it may result in loss of

control or vehicle rollover due to

failure to operate this vehicle

correctly and result in death or

serious injury.

●

If driving for a long distance, on

rough roads, or at high speeds,

stop the vehicle now and then

during the trip to make sure the

cargo remains in its place.

●

Do not exceed 176.4 lb. (80 kg)

cargo weight on the roof lug-

gage carrier.

NOTICE

■

When loading cargo on the

roof luggage carrier (if

equipped)

Be careful not to scratch the sur-

face of the panoramic fixed moon

roof with one-touch frosted glass

control (if equipped).

Capacity and distribution

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4-1. Before driving

there will be five 150 lb passen-

gers in your vehicle, the amount

of available cargo and luggage

load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 -

750 (5



150) = 650 lbs.)

(5) Determine the combined

weight of luggage and cargo

being loaded on the vehicle.

That weight may not safely

exceed the available cargo and

luggage load capacity calcu-

lated in Step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing

a trailer, load from your trailer

will be transferred to your vehi-

cle. Consult this manual to

determine how this reduces the

available cargo and luggage

load capacity of your vehicle.

(

P.177)

Toyota does not recommend

towing a trailer with your vehicle.

Your vehicle is not designed for

trailer towing.

Cargo capacity
Total load capacity (vehicle

capacity weight) (



P.520)

When 2 people with the com-

bined weight of A lb. (kg) are rid-

ing in your vehicle, which has a

total load capacity (vehicle

capacity weight) of B lb. (kg),

the available amount of cargo

and luggage load capacity will

be C lb. (kg) as follows:
B

lb. (kg) - A

lb. (kg) = C

lb.

(kg)

:A = Weight of people

:B = Total load capacity

:C = Available cargo and luggage

load

In this condition, if 3 more passen-

gers with the combined weight of D

lb. (kg) get on, the available cargo

and luggage load will be reduced E

lb. (kg) as follows:

C lb. (kg) - D

lb. (kg) = E

lb.

(kg)

:D = Additional weight of people

:E = Available cargo and luggage

WARNING

■

Capacity and distribution

●

Do not exceed the maximum

axle weight rating or the total

vehicle weight rating.

●

Even if the total load of occu-

pant’s weight and the cargo

load is less than the total load

capacity, do not apply the load

unevenly. Improper loading may

cause deterioration of steering

or braking control which may

cause death or serious injury.

Calculation formula for

your vehicle

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load

As shown in the example above,
if the number of occupants
increases, the cargo and lug-
gage load will be reduced by an
amount that equals the
increased weight due to the
additional occupants. In other
words, if an increase in the num-
ber of occupants causes an
excess of the total load capacity
(combined weight of occupants
plus cargo and luggage load),
you must reduce the cargo and
luggage on your vehicle.

■

Total load capacity and seating
capacity

These details are also described on
the tire and loading information
label. (



P.437)

Vehicle load limits

Vehicle load limits include
total load capacity, seating
capacity, towing capacity
and cargo capacity.



Total load capacity (vehicle
capacity weight):

P.520

Total load capacity means the
combined weight of occu-
pants, cargo and luggage.



Seating capacity:

P.520

Seating capacity means the
maximum number of occu-
pants whose estimated aver-
age weight is 150 lb. (68 kg)
per person.



Towing capacity

Toyota does not recommend
towing a trailer with your vehi-
cle.



Cargo capacity

Cargo capacity may increase
or decrease depending on the
weight and the number of
occupants.

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WARNING

■

Overloading the vehicle

Do not overload the vehicle. It

may not only cause damage to

the tires, but also degrade steer-

ing and braking ability, resulting in

an accident.

Trailer towing

Toyota does not recom-

mend towing a trailer with

your vehicle. Toyota also

does not recommend the

installation of a tow hitch or

the use of a tow hitch carrier

for a wheelchair, scooter,

bicycle, etc. Your vehicle is

not designed for trailer tow-

ing or for the use of tow

hitch mounted carriers.

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ing

Dinghy towing

Your vehicle is not designed

to be dinghy towed (with 4

wheels on the ground)

behind a motor home.

NOTICE

■

To avoid serious damage to

your vehicle

Do not tow your vehicle with 4

wheels on the ground.

■

To prevent causing serious

damage to the transmission

and AWD system (AWD mod-

els)

2WD models: Never tow this vehi-

cle from the rear with the front

wheels on the ground. This may

cause serious damage to the

hybrid transmission.

AWD models: Never tow this vehi-

cle with any of the wheels on the

ground. This may cause serious

damage to the transmission and

AWD system.

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4-2.Driving procedures

Pull the parking brake switch
to check that the parking
brake is set. (



The parking brake indicator will
come on.

Firmly depress the brake
pedal.

and a message will be dis-

played on the multi-information dis-
play.
If it is not displayed, the hybrid sys-
tem cannot be started.

When the shift position is N, the
hybrid system cannot start. Shift
the shift position to P when starting
the hybrid system. (

Press the power switch
shortly and firmly.

When operating the power switch,
one short, firm press is enough. It is
not necessary to press and hold the
switch.

If the “READY” indicator turns on,
the hybrid system will operate nor-
mally.

Continue depressing the brake
pedal until the “READY” indicator is
illuminated.

The hybrid system can be started

from any power switch mode.

Check that the “READY” indi-
cator is illuminated.

The vehicle cannot be driven if the
“READY” indicator is off.

■

Power switch illumination

According to the situation, the
power switch illumination operates
as follows.

●

When driver’s door or front pas-
senger’s door is opened, the
power switch illumination illumi-
nates.

●

When the power switch is in OFF
and depressing the brake pedal
with carrying the electronic key on
your person, the power switch illu-
mination blinks.

●

When the power switch is in ACC
or ON, the power switch illumina-
tion illuminates.

●

When the power switch mode is
changed from ACC or ON to OFF,
the power switch illumination illu-
minates for a certain amount of
time. Afterwards, the power switch
illumination turns off.

■

If the hybrid system does not
start

●

The immobilizer system may not
have been deactivated. (



P.79)

Contact your Toyota dealer.

●

If a message related to start-up is
shown on the multi-information
display, read the message and fol-
low the instructions.

Power (ignition)

switch

Performing the following
operations when carrying
the electronic key on your
person starts the hybrid
system or changes power
switch modes.

Starting the hybrid sys-
tem

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●

If the door is unlocked with the
mechanical key, the hybrid system
cannot be started using the smart
key system. Refer to P.507 to start
the hybrid system. However, if the
electronic key is carried inside the
vehicle and the doors are locked
(

P.115), the hybrid system can

be started.

■

When the ambient temperature
is low, such as during winter
driving conditions

●

When starting the hybrid system,
the flashing time of the “READY”
indicator may be long. Leave the
vehicle as it is until the “READY”
indicator is steady on, as steady
means the vehicle is able to move.

●

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

■

Sounds and vibrations specific
to a Hybrid Electric Vehicle

P.72

■

If the 12-volt battery is dis-
charged

The hybrid system cannot be
started using the smart key system.
Refer to P.508 to restart the hybrid
system.

■

Electronic key battery depletion

P.108

■

Conditions affecting operation

P.133

■

Note for the entry function

P.134

■

If “Smart Key System Malfunc-
tion See Owner’s Manual” is
displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display

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

■

If the “READY” indicator does
not come on

In the event that the “READY” indi-
cator does not come on even after
performing the proper procedures
for starting the vehicle, contact your
Toyota dealer immediately.

■

When “Check Fuel Cap” is dis-
played on the multi-information
display



P.212

■

If the hybrid system is malfunc-
tioning



P.78

■

Electronic key battery



P.446

■

Operation of the power switch

●

If the switch is not pressed shortly
and firmly, the power switch mode
may not change or the hybrid sys-
tem may not start.

●

If attempting to restart the hybrid
system immediately after turning
the power switch to OFF, the
hybrid system may not start in
some cases. After turning the
power switch to OFF, please wait
a few seconds before restarting
the hybrid system.

■

Customization

If the smart key system has been
deactivated in a customized setting,
refer to P.507.

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4-2. Driving procedures

Stop the vehicle completely.

If the parking brake is in man-

ual mode, set the parking

brake. (



Press the P position switch.

(



Check that the shift position indica-

tor shows P and the parking brake

indicator is illuminated.

Press the power switch.

The hybrid system will stop, and the

meter display will be extinguished

(the shift position indicator will be

extinguished a few seconds after

the meter display).

Release the brake pedal and

check that “ACCESSORY” or

“POWER ON” is not shown

on the meter.

■

When the shift control system

malfunctions

If the shift control system is malfunc-

tioning, when attempting to turn the

power switch off, it may not be able

to be turned off. In this situation, it

may be possible to turn the power

switch off by applying the parking

brake and then operating the power

switch.
If there is a malfunction in the sys-

tem, have the vehicle inspected by

your Toyota dealer immediately.

■

Automatic hybrid system shut

off feature

●

The vehicle is equipped with a

feature that automatically shuts off

the hybrid system when the shift

position is in P with the hybrid sys-

tem operating for an extended

period.

●

The hybrid system will automati-

cally shut off after approximately 1

hour if it has been left operating

while the shift position is in P.

●

The timer for the automatic hybrid

system shut off feature will reset if

the brake pedal is depressed or if

the shift position is in a position

other than P.

●

After the vehicle is parked, if the

door is locked with the door lock

switch (

P.115) from the inside

or the mechanical key (



P.506)

from the outside, the automatic

hybrid system shut off feature will

be disabled. The timer for the

automatic hybrid system shut off

feature will be re-enabled if the

driver’s door is opened.

WARNING

■

When starting the hybrid sys-

tem

Always start the hybrid system

while sitting in the driver’s seat.

Do not depress the accelerator

pedal while starting the hybrid

system under any circumstances.

Doing so may cause an accident

resulting in death or serious

injury.

NOTICE

■

When starting the hybrid sys-

tem

If the hybrid system becomes diffi-

cult to start, have your vehicle

checked by your Toyota dealer

immediately.

■

Symptoms indicating a mal-

function with the power

switch

If the power switch seems to be

operating somewhat differently

than usual, such as the switch

sticking slightly, there may be a

malfunction. Contact your Toyota

dealer immediately.

Stopping the hybrid sys-

tem

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ing

Modes can be changed by

pressing the power switch with

the brake pedal released. (The

mode changes each time the

switch is pressed.)

WARNING

■

Stopping the hybrid system

in an emergency

●

If you want to stop the hybrid

system in an emergency while

driving the vehicle, press and

hold the power switch for more

than 2 seconds, or press it

briefly 3 times or more in suc-

cession. (



P.455)

However, do not touch the

power switch while driving

except in an emergency. Turn-

ing the hybrid system off while

driving will not cause loss of

steering or braking control.

However, power assist for the

steering wheel may be lost mak-

ing it difficult to steer smoothly

before stopping the vehicle

depending on the remaining

charge in the 12-volt battery or

usage conditions. In this situa-

tion, you should pull over and

stop the vehicle as soon as it is

safe to do so.

●

If the power switch is operated

while the vehicle is running, a

warning message will be shown

on the multi-information display

and a buzzer sounds.

●

When restarting the hybrid sys-

tem after an emergency shut-

down, shift the shift position to

N and press the power switch

shortly and firmly.

■

When parking

Exhaust gases include harmful

carbon monoxide (CO), which is

colorless and odorless. Observe

the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause

exhaust gases to enter the vehicle

and may lead to an accident

caused by light-headedness, or

may lead to death or a serious

health hazard.

●

If the vehicle is in a poorly venti-

lated area or a closed area,

such as a garage, stop the

hybrid system.

●

Do not leave the vehicle with

the hybrid system operating for

a long time. If such a situation

cannot be avoided, park the

vehicle in an open space and

ensure that exhaust fumes do

not enter the vehicle interior.

●

Do not leave the hybrid system

operating in an area with snow

build-up, or where it is snowing.

If snowbanks build up around

the vehicle while the hybrid sys-

tem is operating, exhaust gases

may collect and enter the vehi-

cle.

Changing power switch

modes

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4-2. Driving procedures

“ACCESSORY”
“POWER ON”

OFF

The emergency flashers can be

used.

ACC

Some electrical components such

as the audio system can be used.
“ACCESSORY” will be displayed

on the meter.

All electrical components can be

used.
“POWER ON” will be displayed on

the meter.

: ACC mode can be enabled/dis-

abled on the customize menu.

(

P.546)

■

When ACC customization is in

off

●

With the power switch is turned

off, the multimedia system can still

be used for a certain time until the

battery saving function starts

operating.

●

When the safe exit assist is oper-

ating, a buzzer will sound and a

voice guidance will be given.

(vehicles with safe exit assist)

■

Auto power off function

●

If the vehicle is left in ACC or ON

(the hybrid system is not operat-

ing) for more than 20 minutes with

the shift position in P, the power

switch will automatically turn to

OFF.

●

If the 12-volt battery is low with the

shift position is in P and the power

switch is in ACC or ON (the hybrid

system is not operating), a buzzer

sounds and a message will be dis-

played on the multi-information

display. If this continues, the

power switch is automatically turn

to OFF.

However, this function cannot

entirely prevent the 12-volt battery

discharge. Do not leave the vehicle

with the power switch in ACC or ON

for long periods of time when the

hybrid system is not operating.

NOTICE

■

To prevent 12-volt battery dis-

charge

●

Do not leave the power switch

in ACC or ON for long periods of

time without the hybrid system

on.

●

If “ACCESSORY” or “POWER

ON” is displayed on the meter,

the power switch is not in OFF.

Exit the vehicle after turning the

power switch to OFF.

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Turns EV drive mode on/off

When EV drive mode is turned on,
the EV drive mode indicator will
come on. Pressing the switch when
in EV drive mode will return the
vehicle to normal driving (using the
gasoline engine and electric motor
[traction motor]).

■

Situations in which EV drive
mode cannot be turned on

It may not be possible to turn EV
drive mode on in the following situa-
tions. If it cannot be turned on, a
buzzer will sound and a message
will be shown on the multi-informa-
tion display.

●

The temperature of the hybrid sys-
tem is high.

The vehicle has been left in the sun,
driven on a hill, driven at high
speeds, etc.

●

The temperature of the hybrid sys-
tem is low.

The vehicle has been left for a long
period of time etc.

●

The gasoline engine is warming
up.

●

The hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) is low.

The remaining battery level indi-
cated in the Energy monitor display
is low. (



P.102)

●

Vehicle speed is high.

●

The accelerator pedal is
depressed firmly or the vehicle is
on a hill etc.

●

The windshield defogger is in use.

■

Switching to EV drive mode
when the gasoline engine is
cold

After the hybrid system has started
and the “READY” indicator has illu-
minated, press the EV drive mode
switch before the gasoline engine
starts to switch to EV drive mode.

However, depending on vehicle
conditions, EV drive mode may be
canceled and normal driving (using
the gasoline engine and electric
motor [traction motor]) may be
resumed.

EV drive mode

In EV drive mode, electric
power is supplied by the
hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery), and only the electric
motor (traction motor) is
used to drive the vehicle.

This mode allows you to
drive in residential areas
early in the morning and
late at night, or in indoor
parking lots etc. without
concern for noises and gas
emissions.

However, when the Acous-
tic Vehicle Alerting System
is active, the vehicle may
produce sound.

Operating instructions

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■

Automatic cancelation of EV

drive mode

When driving in EV drive mode, the

gasoline engine may automatically

restart in the following situations.

When EV drive mode is canceled, a

buzzer will sound, the EV drive

mode indicator will flash and go off

and a message will be shown on the

multi-information display.

●

The hybrid battery (traction bat-

tery) becomes low.

The remaining battery level indi-

cated in the Energy monitor display

is low. (

P.102)

●

Vehicle speed is high.

●

The accelerator pedal is

depressed firmly or the vehicle is

on a hill etc.

■

Possible driving distance when

driving in EV drive mode

EV drive mode’s possible driving

distance ranges from a few hundred

meters to approximately 0.6 mile (1

km). However, depending on vehi-

cle conditions, there are situations

when EV drive mode cannot be

used.

(The distance that is possible

depends on the hybrid battery [trac-

tion battery] level and driving condi-

tions.)

■

Fuel economy

The hybrid system is designed to

achieve the best possible fuel econ-

omy during normal driving (using

the gasoline engine and electric

motor [traction motor]). Driving in

EV drive mode more than neces-

sary may lower fuel economy.

WARNING

■

Caution while driving

When driving in EV drive mode,

pay special attention to the area

around the vehicle. Because

there is no engine noise, pedestri-

ans, people riding bicycles or

other people and vehicles in the

area may not be aware of the

vehicle starting off or approaching

them, so take extra care while

driving.

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ing

: To improve fuel efficiency and

reduce noise, set the shift posi-

tion in D for normal driving.

■

When driving with dynamic

radar cruise control activated

Even when switching the driving

mode to sport mode with the intent

of enabling engine braking, engine

braking will not activate because

dynamic radar cruise control will not

be canceled.

■

If a message about a shift oper-

ation is shown

To prevent the shift position from

being selected incorrectly or the

vehicle from moving unexpectedly,

the shift position may be changed

automatically or operating the shift

lever may be required. In this case,

change the shift position following

the messages on the multi-informa-

tion display.

■

Restraining sudden start (Drive-

Start Control)



P.173

Transmission

Select the shift position

depending on your purpose

and situation.

Shift position purpose

and functions

Shift posi-

tion

Objective or function

Parking the vehi-

cle/starting the hybrid

system

Reversing

Neutral

(Condition in which the

power is not transmit-

ted)

Normal driving

Applying engine brak-

ing or strong braking

when the accelerator

pedal has been

released on steep

downward slopes etc.

WARNING

■

When driving on slippery

road surfaces

Do not accelerate or shift the shift

position suddenly.

Sudden changes in engine brak-

ing may cause the vehicle to spin

or skid, resulting in an accident.

NOTICE

■

Hybrid battery (traction bat-

tery) charge

If the shift position is in N, the

hybrid battery (traction battery)

will not be charged. To help pre-

vent the battery from discharging,

avoid leaving the N position

selected for an extended period of

time.

■

Situations where shift con-

trol system malfunctions are

possible

If any of the following situations

occurs, shift control system mal-

functions are possible.

Immediately stop the vehicle in a

safe place on level ground, apply

the parking brake, and then con-

tact your Toyota dealer.

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4-2. Driving procedures

Shift lever

Operate the shift lever gently and

securely in the direction of the

arrow on the shift position indicator.
To shift to N, slide the shift lever in

the direction of the arrow and hold

it.
Release the shift lever after each

shifting operation to allow it to
return to its regular position (

Shifting to B is only possible when

the shift position is in D.
When shifting from P to N, D or R,

from N, D, B or R to P, from D or B

to R, or from R to D, ensure that the

brake pedal is being depressed and

the vehicle is stationary.

Shift position indicator

Meter display:
The current shift position is illumi-

nated.
Shift lever display:
The current shift position is illumi-

nated.
When selecting the shift position,

make sure that the shift position

has been changed to the desired

position by checking the shift posi-

tion indicator provided on the

instrument cluster.

P position switch

Fully stop the vehicle and set the

parking brake, and then press the P

position switch.
When the shift position is changed

to P, the switch illuminates.
Check that the shift position indica-

tor shows P.

■

Changing the shift position in

each power switch mode

●

The shift position cannot be

changed when the power switch is

in ACC or off.

●

When the power switch is in ON, if

the READY indicator is not illumi-

nated, the shift position can only

be changed to N.

●

When the READY indicator is illu-

minated, the shift position can be

changed from P to D, N, or R.

●

When the READY indicator is

flashing, the shift position cannot

be changed from P to any other

NOTICE

●

When the warning message

indicating the shift control sys-

tem appears on the multi-infor-

mation display. (



P.476)

●

The display indicates that no

shift position is selected for

more than a few seconds.

Shift position display and

how to change the shift

position

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position, even if the shift lever is
operated. Operate the shift lever
again after the READY indicator
changes from flashing to illumi-
nated.

■

Shifting the shift position from
P to other positions

●

While depressing the brake pedal
firmly, operate the shift lever. If the
shift lever is operated without
depressing the brake pedal, the
buzzer will sound and the shifting
operation will be disabled.

●

When selecting the shift position,
make sure that the shift position
has been changed to the desired
position by checking the shift posi-
tion indicator provided on the
instrument cluster.

●

The shift position cannot be
changed from P to B directly.

■

The shift position cannot be
changed when

In the following situations, a buzzer
will sound to inform you that the shift
position cannot be changed. Use
the appropriate operation to attempt
to change the shift position again.

●

When attempting to change the
shift position from P with the brake
pedal not depressed

●

When attempting to change the
shift position from P with the
accelerator pedal depressed

●

When attempting to change the
shift position from N while stopped
or driving at an extremely low
speed with the brake pedal not
depressed

●

When attempting to change the
shift position from N while stopped
or driving at an extremely low
speed with the accelerator pedal
depressed

●

When attempting to change the
shift position from P or N to B

●

When the P position switch is
pressed while driving

When driving at an extremely low

speed, the shift position may
change to P.

■

The shift position automatically
changes to N when

In the following situations, a buzzer
will sound to inform you that the shift
position has been changed to N.
Use the appropriate operation to
attempt to change the shift position
again.

●

When attempting to change the
shift position to R while the vehicle
is moving forward

When driving at a low speed, the
shift position may change to R.

●

When attempting to change the
shift position to D while the vehicle
is moving backward

When driving at a low speed, the
shift position may change to D.

●

When attempting to change the
shift position from R to B

■

If the N shift position is selected
while driving

If the shift lever is moved to N while
driving above a certain speed, the
shift position will change to N with-
out holding the shift lever in the N
position. In this situation, a buzzer
will sound and a message will be
displayed on the multi-information
display to inform you that the shift
position has been changed to N.

■

Automatic P position selection
function

In the following situations, the shift
position is automatically changed to
P.

●

When pressing the power switch
with the vehicle stopped while the
power switch is in ON and the shift
position is in a position other than
P (after the shift position has
changed to P, the power switch
will turn off)

●

If the driver’s door is opened and
all of the following conditions are

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met, while the shift position is in a

position other than P

• The power switch is in ON.

• The driver is not wearing the seat

belt.

• The brake pedal is not depressed.
To start off the vehicle after the shift

position is changed to P, operate

the shift lever again.

●

When the vehicle is stopped after

the hybrid system has been

stopped in an emergency while

driving.

●

When voltage of the 12-volt bat-

tery drops while the shift position

is in a position other than P.

: When the power switch is pressed

while driving at extremely slow

speeds, such as immediately

before stopping the vehicle, the

shift position may automatically

change to P. Make sure that the

vehicle is completely stopped

before pressing the power switch.

■

If the shift position cannot be

shifted from P

There is a possibility that the 12-volt

battery is discharged. Check the 12-

volt battery in this situation.

(

P.508)

■

Customization

Some functions can be customized.

(

P.540)



By performing the following

operation, the shift position

can be held in N until the shift

position switches to P without

activating the automatic P

position selection function.

WARNING

■

For the shift lever

●

Do not remove the shift lever

knob or use anything but a gen-

uine Toyota shift lever knob.

Also, do not hang anything on

the shift lever. Doing so could

prevent the shift lever from

returning to position, causing

unexpected accidents to occur

when the vehicle is in motion.

●

In order to prevent the shift

position from accidentally being

changed, do not touch the shift

lever when not using them.

■

P position switch

●

Do not press the P position

switch while the vehicle is mov-

ing.

If the P position switch is pressed

when driving at very low speeds

(for example, directly before stop-

ping the vehicle), the vehicle may

stop suddenly when the shift posi-

tion switches to P, which could

lead to an accident.

●

In order to prevent the shift

position from accidentally being

changed, do not touch the P

position switch when not using

them.

NOTICE

■

When exiting the vehicle

(driver’s seat only)

Check that the shift position indi-

cator shows P and that the park-

ing brake indicator is illuminated

before opening the door and exit-

ing the vehicle.

Keeping the shift position

in N without activating the

automatic P position

selection function

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Dr
iv

ing

Operate the shift lever and
change the shift position to N
when the hybrid system is
operating.

Return the shift lever to its

regular position (

Operate the shift lever to N
and hold it there until the
buzzer sounds.

Press the power switch within
5 seconds after the buzzer
sounds.

The hybrid system stops with the
shift position in N.

Make sure to check that the buzzer
sounds and “Holding N Push P
Switch When Done” is displayed on
the multi-information display.



In order to shift to a position
other than N, first press the P
position switch to change the
shift position to P.



Make sure to operate the shift
lever with the hybrid system is
operating.
If the hybrid system is not
operating, it may not be possi-
ble to hold the shift position in
N.

: To keep this state, do not operate

the power switch. If the power
switch is operated repeatedly, the
power switch will turn off after the
shift position has automatically
changed to P.