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4467-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Warning messages
The warning messages explained below may differ from the actual messages
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■System warning lights
The master warning light does not come on or flash in the following cases.
Instead, a separate system warning light will come on along with a message
shown on the multi-information display.
●Malfunction in the ABS
The ABS warning light comes on. (P. 435)
●Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system
The tire pressure warning light comes on. (P. 438)
●Remaining fuel level is low
The low fuel level warning light comes on. (P. 437)
■If a message instructing to refer to the Owner’s Manual is displayed
●If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunction.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
• “Low Braking Power Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual”
• “Oil Pressure Low Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual”
• “Charging System Malfunction Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Man-
ual”
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Immediately have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
• “Smart Key System Malfunction See Owner’s Manual”
●If “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is
displayed, follow the instructions accordingly. (P. 471)
■If “Shift to P Before Exiting Vehicle” is shown
Message is displayed when the driver’s door is opened without turning the
engine switch off with the shift lever in any position other than P.
Shift the shift lever to P.
■If “Auto Power Off to Conserve Battery” is displayed
Power was turned off due to the automatic power off function.
Next time when starting the engine, increase the engine speed slightly and
maintain that level for approximately 5 minutes to recharge the battery.

4657-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to P and press the engine switch as you normally do when
stopping the engine.
■Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
(P. 415)
■Changing engine switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the engine switch in step above.
The engine does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch is
pressed. (P. 185)
■When the electronic key does not work properly
●Make sure that the smart key system has not been deactivated in the cus-
tomization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features: P. 505)
●Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function.
(P. 136)
WARNING
■When using the mechanical key and operating the power windows or
moon roof
Operate the power window or moon roof after checking to make sure that
there is no possibility of any passenger having any of their body parts
caught in the window or moon roof. Also, do not allow children to operate
the mechanical key. It is possible for children and other passengers to get
caught in the power window or moon roof.
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4737-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to check
that the radiator cooling fan operates and to check for coolant leaks
from the 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 conditioning
system on and off repeatedly. (The fan may not operate in freezing tem-
peratures.)
If the fan is not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact your Toyota dealer.
If the fan is operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer.
WARNING
■To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
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●If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot.
●Keep hands and clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) away from
the fan and belts. Failure to do so may cause the hands or clothing to be
caught, resulting in serious injury.
●Do not loosen the radiator cap and the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine and radiator are hot.
High temperature steam or coolant could spray out.
NOTICE
■When adding engine coolant
Wait until the engine has cooled down before adding engine coolant.
When adding coolant, do so slowly. Adding cool coolant to a hot engine too
quickly can cause damage to the engine.
■To prevent damage to the cooling system
Observe the following precautions:
●Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust
etc.).
●Do not use any coolant additives.
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4747-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the front wheels
to help provide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to D or R and release the parking brake. Then,
while exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
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531What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
(P. 184)
●Is the shift lever in P? (P. 186)
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●Is the steering wheel unlocked? (P. 186)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. (P. 464)
●Is the battery discharged? (P. 466)
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode. (P. 193)
●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. (P. 186)
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be oper-
ated if the window lock switch is pressed. (P. 160)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a period of
time. (P. 186)
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress
the brake pedal
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is
stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power
window switches
The engine switch is turned off automatically

532What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the passenger wearing the seat belts? (P. 438)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? (P. 196)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
(P. 434, 444)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. (P. 80)
Do one of the following to stop the alarm:
• Unlock the doors.
• Open the trunk using the entry function or wireless remote control.
• Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or start
the engine.
●Is the message displayed on the multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-information display. (P. 444)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 434, 444.
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place and replace the flat tire with the spare
tire. (P. 449)
●Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or
snow. (P. 474)
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck

536Alphabetical index
Driver’s seat position
memory .................................. 146
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 171
Correct posture ....................... 28
Driving mode select
switches.............................. 305
Procedures ........................... 170
Winter drive tips .................... 317
Driving information ................... 97
Driving position memory ........ 146
Memory recall function.......... 149
Power easy access
system ................................ 146
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ............ 247
Eco drive mode ........................ 305
Eco Driving Indicator .............. 107
EDR
(Event data recorder) .............. 11
Electric Power Steering
(EPS)....................................... 310
Warning light ......................... 436
Electronic key .......................... 122
Battery-saving function ......... 137
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 463
Replacing the battery ............ 415
Emergency flashers ................ 424Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer
sounds................................ 434
If a warning light turns on ..... 434
If a warning message is
displayed ............................ 444
If the battery is discharged ... 466
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 463
If the engine will not start ...... 461
If the vehicle is trapped in
rising water ......................... 426
If you have a flat tire ............. 449
If you lose your keys ..... 123, 124
If you think something is
wrong ................................. 432
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 474
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 425
If your vehicle needs to be
towed.................................. 427
If your vehicle overheats....... 471
Engine
ACCESSORY mode ............. 185
Compartment ........................ 383
Engine switch ....................... 184
Hood ..................................... 381
How to start the engine......... 184
Identification number ............ 480
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency ......................... 425
Ignition switch
(engine switch) ................... 184
Overheating .......................... 471
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538Alphabetical index
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 421
Turn signal lever ................... 195
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 480
Fuel gauge .............................. 90
Fuel pump shut off system.... 433
Information ............................ 489
Refueling............................... 214
Type .............................. 480, 489
Warning light ......................... 437
Fuel consumption.................... 116
Fuel filler door.......................... 214
If the fuel filler door
cannot be opened............... 217
Refueling............................... 214
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 433
Fuses ........................................ 418
Garage door opener ................ 357
Gauges ....................................... 90
Glove box ................................. 336
Grocery bag hooks .................. 341Head restraints ........................ 151
Head-up display....................... 109
Headlights ................................ 202
Automatic High Beam ........... 206
Light switch ........................... 202
Replacing light bulbs ............ 421
Windshield wiper linked
headlight illumination.......... 205
Heated steering wheel ............ 329
Heaters
Automatic air
conditioning system............ 322
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 324
Seat heaters ......................... 329
High mounted stoplight
Replacing.............................. 421
Hill-start assist control ........... 309
Hood ......................................... 381
Hooks
Coat hooks ........................... 356
Grocery bag hooks ............... 341
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .... 26
Horn .......................................... 154
HUD (Head-up display) ........... 109
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543Alphabetical index
Seats ................................. 142, 144
Adjustment .................... 142, 144
Adjustment
precautions ................. 143, 145
Child seats/child restraint
system installation ................ 63
Cleaning................................ 369
Driving position memory ....... 146
Folding down the rear
seatbacks ........................... 144
Front seat heaters................. 329
Head restraints ..................... 151
Power easy access
system ................................ 146
Properly sitting in the seat ...... 28
Rear seat heaters ................. 329
Seat ventilators ..................... 329
Secondary Collision Brake ..... 310
Sensor
Automatic headlight
system ................................ 204
Automatic High Beam
system ................................ 206
Camera sensor ..................... 219
Inside rear view mirror .......... 156
Intuitive parking assist .......... 276
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) .......... 237
Radar sensor ........................ 219
Service reminder
indicators ................................. 84
Shift lever ................................. 189
Automatic transmission......... 189
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 193
S mode ................................. 190Shift lock system ..................... 192
Side airbags ............................... 37
Side marker lights ................... 202
Light switch ........................... 202
Replacing light bulbs ............ 421
Side mirrors ............................. 157
Adjusting and folding ............ 157
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 260
Heaters ................................. 324
Side turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 421
Turn signal lever ................... 195
Smart key system .................... 135
Antenna location ................... 135
Entry functions .............. 125, 131
Starting the engine ............... 184
Snow tires ................................ 319
Spare tire .................................. 449
Inflation pressure .................. 486
Storage location.................... 450
Spark plug ................................ 483
Specifications .......................... 478
Speedometer.............................. 90
Sport mode .............................. 305
Steering lock
Column lock release ............. 186
Steering wheel ......................... 153
Adjustment............................ 153
Heated steering wheel .......... 329
Meter control switches ............ 94
Power easy access
system ................................ 146
Stoplights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 421
Storage feature ........................ 335
Storage precautions................ 335