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490 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Start the hybrid system and check for the multi-information
display.
If the message does not disappear:Stop the hybrid system and c ontact your Toyota dealer.
If the message is not displayed: Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
● 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, caus-
ing serious injuries such as burns.
● After the hybrid system has been turned off, check that on the
multi-information display and the “READY” indicator are off.
When the hybrid system is operating, the gasoline engine may automati-
cally start, or the cooling fan may suddenly operate even if the gasoline
engine stops. Do not touch or approach rotating parts such as the fan,
which may lead to fingers or clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler)
getting caught, resulting in serious injury.
● Do not loosen the radiator cap while the hybrid system and radiator are
hot.
Serious injuries, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam
released under pressure.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people. The
vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free.
Use extreme caution.
■ When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damage to the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more
than necessary.
● If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Shift the shift lever to P and set the parking brake. Stop the
hybrid system.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the tires
to help provide traction.
Restart the hybrid system.
Shift the shift lever to the D or R position and carefully apply
the accelerator to free the vehicle.STEP1
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Alphabetical index
Doors
Back door ............................... 71
Door lock .................... 47, 61, 65
Door windows ......................... 98
Rear door child protector ........ 67
Side doors .............................. 65
Side mirrors ............................ 96
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ........................................ 439
Driving Break-in tips ......................... 151
Correct posture..................... 114
Procedures ........................... 150
Winter driving tips ................. 231
Eco drive mode ....................... 176
Electric power steering........... 221
Electronic key If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 479
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 428
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds ............................... 437
If a warning light turns on .............................. 437
If a warning message is
displayed ............................ 447
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 479
If the hybrid system will not start .............................. 475
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 477
If the vehicle becomes stuck................................... 492
If the vehicle 12-volt battery is discharged .......... 481 If you have a flat tire .............463
If you lose your keys .............478
If you think something is
wrong ..................................436
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ..........................493
If your vehicle needs to
be towed .............................429
If your vehicle overheats .......487
Engine
Compartment ........................368
Engine switch ................160, 164
Hood......................................364
How to start the hybrid system ........................160, 164
Identification number .............497
If the hybrid system will
not start ...............................475
Ignition switch................160, 164
Overheating...........................487
“POWER” switch ...................164
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................500
Checking ...............................373
Preparing and checking before winter .......................231
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554 Alphabetical index
SeatsAdjustment ..............................76
Adjustment precautions........... 76
Child seats/child restraint system
installation ........................... 140
Cleaning ................................ 349
Front seat adjustment .............76
Front seat adjustment precautions ...........................76
Head restraint..........................81
Properly sitting in the seat ..... 114
Seat heaters .......................... 337
Service reminder
indicators ............................... 184
Shift lever If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P................. 477
Transmission ......................... 175
Shift lock system ..................... 477
Side airbags.............................. 116
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 415
Wattage ................................. 505
Side mirror Adjusting and folding ...............96
Defogger ............................... 247 Smart key system
Entry function .......................... 47
Starting the hybrid
system ........................ 160, 164
Spare tire
Inflation pressure .................. 504
Storage location .................... 463
Spark plug ................................ 501
Specifications .......................... 496
Speedometer ............................ 181
Steering
Column lock release ..... 162, 168
Steering wheel Adjustment .............................. 93
Audio switches ...................... 288
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 415
Wattage................................. 505
Storage feature ........................ 324
Storage precautions ................ 228
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 492
Sun visors ................................ 332