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2304-5. Toyota Safety Sense C
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■If a warning message is displayed on the multi-information disp lay
A  system  may  be  temporarily  unavailable  or  there  may  be  a  malfu nction  in
the system.
● In  the  following  situations,  perform  the  actions  specified  in  t he  table.  When
the normal operating conditions are detected, the warning messa ge will dis-
appear and the system will become operational.
If the warning message does not disappear, contact your Toyota dealer.
● If the warning message does not disappear even after the normal  operating
conditions  have  returned  and  the  vehicle  has  been  driven  for  so me  time,
contact your Toyota dealer.
SituationActions
When the area around the front
sensor  is  covered  with  dirt,
moisture  (fogged  up,  covered
with  condensation,  ice,  etc.),  or
other foreign matterTo clean the part of the windshield in front
of  the  front  sensor,  use  the  windshield
wipers or the windshield defogger 
( P. 378).
When  the  temperature  around
the  front  sensor  is  outside  of
the  operational  range,  such  as
when the vehicle is in the sun or
in  an  extremely  cold  environ-
ment
If the front sensor is hot, such as after the
vehicle  is  parked  in  the  sun,  use  the  air
conditioning system to decrease the tem-
perature around the front sensor.
If a sunshade was used when the vehi-
cle  was  parked,  depending  on  its  type,
the  sunlight  reflected  from  the  surface
of  the  sunshade  may  cause  the  tem-
perature  of  the  front  sensor  to  become
excessively high.
If  the  front  sensor  is  cold,  such  after  the
vehicle  is  parked  in  an  extremely  cold
environment,  use  the  air  conditioning
system  to  increase  the  temperature
around the front sensor.
The  area  in  front  of  the  front
sensor  is  obstructed,  such  as
when  the  hood  is  open  or  a
sticker is attached to the part of
the  windshield  in  front  of  the
front sensor.
Close  the  hood,  remove  the  sticker,  etc.
to clear the obstruction. 
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4657-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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■LED light bulbs
The  headlights/daytime  running  lights,  front  fog  lights  (if  equipped),  side
marker  lights,  side  turn  signal  lights,  stop/tail  lights  and  hi gh  mounted  stop-
light consist of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take your vehi-
cle to your Toyota dealer to have the light replaced.
■ 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 your Toyota dealer for more information in the
following situations:
● Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.
● Water has built up inside the headlight.
WARNING
■Replacing light bulbs
● Turn  off  the  lights.  Do  not  attempt  to  replace  the  bulb  immedia tely  after
turning off the lights. 
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
● 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 clea n 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.
● Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Fa ilure to do so
may  result  in  heat  damage,  fire,  or  water  entering  the  headligh t  unit. This
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on  the lens.
■ To prevent damage or fire 
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.  
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5308-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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The  coolant  level  is  satisfac-
tory if it is between the
“FULL”  and  “LOW”  lines  on
the reservoir.Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
Add coolant if necessary.
Water  can  be  used  in  an  emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the hybrid system and turn the air conditioning system on  to
check  that  the  radiator  cooling  fan  operates  and  to  check  for
coolant leaks from t he radiator or hoses.
The fan operates when the air conditioning system is turned on  immedi-
ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fan is operating by  checking the
fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air condi-
tioning system on and off repeatedly.
(The fan may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fan is not operating:
Stop  the  hybrid  system  immediately  and  contact  your  Toyota
dealer.
If the fan is operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the neare st Toyota dealer.
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5318-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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If  the  hybrid  system  overheat  warning  message  is  shown  on
the multi-information display
Stop the vehicle  in a safe place.
Stop the hybrid system and carefully lift the hood.
After  the  hybrid  system  has
cooled  down,  inspect  the
hoses  and  radiator  core
(radiator) for any leaks. Radiator
Cooling fan
If  a  large  amount  of  coolant
leaks,  immediately  contact
your Toyota dealer.
The  coolant  level  is  satisfac-
tory if it is between the “F”
and “L” lines on  the reservoir.
Reservoir
“F” line
“L” line
Add coolant if necessary.
Water  can  be  used  in  an  emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable. 
Start  the  hybrid  system  and  chec k  for  the  multi-information  dis-
play.
If the message d oes not disappear:
Stop the hybrid system and contact your Toyota dealer.
If the message is  not displayed:
Have the vehicle inspected at the neare st Toyota dealer.
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