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1. Headlight and turn signal switches 110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. Wiper and washer switches 117 . . . . . . .
3. “POWER” switch 139 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. Clock 302 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5. Multi −information display or
navigation system including
multi −information display
(For the navigation system,
see the separate “Navigation
System Owner ’s Manual”.) 160 . . . . . . . .
6. Emergency flasher switch 114 . . . . . . . . .
7. Trip meter reset button 123 . . . . . . . . . . .
8. Km/h or MPH button 124 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9. Audio system 242 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10. Power outlet 305 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11. “P” position switch 144 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12. Electronic shift lever (R, N, D, B) 144 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13. Key slot 138 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14. Cruise control switch 157 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15. Tire pressure warning system reset switch 150 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16. Smart entry and start system cancel switch 34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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17. Climate remote control switches 297
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18. Instrument panel light control dial 114
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19. Audio remote control switches 277 . . . .

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1. Service reminder indicators and indicator lights 125, 132 . . . . . . . . . .
2. Speedometer
3. Fuel gauge 122 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. Odometer and trip meter 123 . . . . . . . . .
Instrument cluster and multiinformation display overview
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Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster and multiinformation display
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Brake system warning lights∗1
Driver ’s seat belt reminder light∗1
Front passenger ’s seat belt reminder light∗1
Malfunction indicator lamp∗1
Low fuel level indicator light∗1
Open door warning light∗1
Master warning light∗1
Anti −lock brake system warning light∗
1
SRS warning light∗1
Engine oil replacement reminder light∗1
(for vehicles sold in U.S.A.)
Vehicle stability control system warning light∗1
Charging system warning light∗2
High coolant temperature warning light∗2
Low engine oil pressure warning light∗2
Hybrid battery warning light∗2
or
(U.S.A)
(Canada)
Low tire pressure warning light
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or
Hybrid vehicle immobilizer / Theft deterrent
system indicator light
Tail light indicator light Shift position indicator light
∗ 4
Driving ready light
Automatic air conditioner indicator light
Recirculate mode indicator light
Smart entry and start system warning light
∗ 5
Windshield air flow indicator light
Slip indicator light
Headlight high beam indicator light
Headlight indicator light Turn signal indicator lights
Cruise control indicator light∗3
Hybrid system warning light∗2
Automatic head light leveling system
warning light∗2
Electric power steering system warning light∗2
Front passenger occupant classification
indicator light
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers indicator light

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∗1: For details, see “Service reminder indi-
cators and warning buzzers— —Instru-
ment cluster” on page 125.
∗2: For details, see “Service reminder indi-
cators and warning buzzers— —Multi −
information display” on page 132.
∗ 3: If this light flashes, see “Cruise con-
trol” on page 157.
∗4: For details, see “Hybrid transaxle” on
page 144.
∗5: For details, see “Smart entry and start
system” on page 24.

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Not in use
When stopping, the gasoline engine auto-
matically shuts off.
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Charging hybrid battery
When the hybrid battery power is insuffi-
cient, the gasoline engine charges the hy-
brid battery. The system always supplies
electricity at a constant level. Your vehicle is equipped with push but-
ton start system. The hybrid system
will start automatically by pressing the
“POWER” switch briefly with the brake
pedal depressed.
With smart function
1. Carry the key with you.
2. Press the “POWER” switch briefly with the brake pedal depressed.
Without smart function
1. Insert the key.
2. Press the “POWER” switch briefly with the brake pedal depressed.
The “READY” light flashes and stays on.
Two beeps sound after a few seconds,
and the hybrid system will start. (If the
ambient temperature is low such as during
winter, it may take time until the “READY”
light comes on.) You cannot start your
vehicle when the brake pedal is not de-
pressed. (For details, see “How to start
the hybrid system—” on page 348.)
The engine may not start even with the
“READY” light on.
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Drive your vehicle with a smooth accel-
eration and deceleration.
While driving, energy is recovered
through the regenerative brake as the
vehicle decelerates. However, for more
efficient use, do not accelerate or de-
celerate your vehicle more than neces-
sary.
Avoid abrupt acceleration and decelera-
tion.
The remaining capacity of the hybrid
battery can be confirmed on the energy
monitor screen of the multi−information
display. See “Information” on page 166
for details. Gradual or non −abrupt ac-
celeration or deceleration will more ef-
fectively use the benefits of an electric
motor without having to use gasoline
engine power. When parking, be sure to put the hy-
brid transaxle in “P”. While driving, use
the hybrid transaxle in “D”.
In “N”, the gasoline engine operates
but electricity cannot be generated. The
battery will be discharged requiring un-
necessary engine power to recharge.
The hybrid system automatically re-
charges the hybrid battery when the
remaining battery power is reduced.
However, the charging is not available
if the hybrid transaxle is “N”.
INFORMATION:
The gasoline engine starts and stops
automatically. (It stops during a low
load driving, deceleration or when the
vehicle is stopped.)
If the “READY” light remains on, you
can start your vehicle using the electric
motor even with the gasoline engine
stopped.
The gasoline engine may not stop auto-
matically in the following conditions:

During gasoline engine warmup
 During hybrid battery charging
 During low or high hybrid battery
temperature
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As the vehicle runs with both the gaso-
line engine and electric motor, you may
hear a motor sound coming from the
engine compartment.
When the hybrid system is started or
stopped, you may hear a sound coming
from the hybrid battery in the luggage
compartment. However, this does not
indicate any trouble.
If the “READY” light is on, you can
start even though the gasoline engine
may be off.
When you shift the shift lever to “B”
and release it to its original position
and your foot from the accelerator ped-
al, engine braking will be applied. How-
ever, during high speed driving you
may feel that deceleration by engine
braking is less than that of ordinary
vehicle.
Be sure to put the hybrid transaxle in
“P” when parking.
In “N”, the hybrid battery assembly is not
charged, even if the gasoline engine is
operating. You cannot run your vehicle if
the hybrid transaxle is left in “N” for a
long time because the hybrid battery as-
sembly will be discharged. When you leave your vehicle, apply the
parking brake to put the hybrid trans-
axle in “P” and be sure to carry the
key with you and lock all the doors.
If you leave the hybrid system in “ACC”
or “IG
−ON”, the hybrid system may not
start because the 12 volt battery will be
discharged.
If the vehicle is parked for a long time,
the hybrid battery will discharge gradually.
To keep the hybrid battery in good condi-
tion, drive the vehicle at least once every
several months for at least 30 minutes or
ten miles. If the hybrid battery becomes
fully discharged and the vehicle will not
start even with a jump −start to the 12 volt
battery, contact your Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
When you leave your vehicle, be
sure to shut off the hybrid system.
Be sure to put the hybrid transaxle
in “P” because the vehicle can start
with the “READY” light on and the
engine stopped (no engine sound
and vibration). When the “READY”
light is on, if you leave your ve-
hicle in shift position other than
“P” and “N”, the vehicle will creep
and start abruptly with the accelera-
tor pedal being depressed by mis-
take. This may cause death or seri-
ous injury.

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When the multiinformation display
shows this message, the master warn-
ing light
() comes on in the instru-
ment cluster. Read the message and
follow the instruction.
When you leave your vehicle, or stop
or park for a while, put the hybrid
transaxle in “P”.
Charging is necessary. In “N”, charging
will not be applied. The electric genera-
tor operates in “P”, “D” or “B”. If you
continue driving, put the hybrid trans-
axle in “D” or “B” and depress the
accelerator pedal. Do not leave the hy-
brid transaxle in “N”. When driving in
traffic jam, operate in “D”.
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Do not allow anyone to lean against the
side of the rear right seatback, nor put
any luggage or other obstructions on it.
An air vent is provided on the side of
the rear right seatback to cool the hy-
brid battery. If this vent is covered, the
hybrid battery will overheat resulting in
a reduction of the output performance
of the hybrid system.
The seat belt not properly set in the
guide on the top of the rear seat may
block the air vent. Be sure to pass the
seat belt through the guide properly.