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4-2. Driving procedures  
Power (ignition) switch  
Performing the following operations when carrying the elec-  
tronic key on your person starts the hybrid system or changes  
power switch modes.  
Starting the hybrid system  
1
Check that the parking brake is set.  
2
Check that the shift lever is in P.  
3
Firmly depress the brake pedal.  
Messages indicating how to start the hybrid system and how to turn to  
ACCESSORY mode will be displayed alternately on the multi-information  
display.  
4
Press the engine 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.  
5
Check that the “READY” indicator is illuminated.  
The vehicle will not move when the “READY” indicator is off.  
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Stopping the hybrid system  
1
Stop the vehicle.  
2
Set the parking brake (→P. 185), and shift the shift lever to P.  
3
Press the power switch.  
Driving-related data will be displayed on the multi-information display.  
(→P. 98)  
Changing power switch modes  
Modes can be changed by pressing the power switch with brake pedal  
released. (The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.)  
Off  
The emergency flashers can be  
used.  
ACCESSORY mode  
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Some electrical components such  
as the audio system can be used.  
A message indicating how to start  
the hybrid system will be displayed  
on the multi-information display.  
ON mode  
All electrical components can be  
used.  
: If the shift lever is in a position  
other than P when turning off the  
hybrid system, the power switch  
will be turned to ACCESSORY  
mode, not to off.  
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When stopping the hybrid system with the shift lever in a posi-  
tion other than P  
If the hybrid system is stopped with the shift lever in a position other  
than P, a message indicating to shift the shift lever to P will be dis-  
played on the multi-information display. At this time, the power switch  
will not be turned off but instead be turned to ACCESSORY mode.  
Perform the following procedure to turn the switch off:  
1
Check that the parking brake is set.  
2
Shift the shift lever to P.  
3
Check that “Turn Power OFF” is displayed on the multi-information  
display and then press the power switch once.  
4
Check that “Turn Power OFF” on the multi-information display is  
turned off.  
■Auto power off function  
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or ON  
mode (the hybrid system is not operating) for more than an hour with the shift  
lever in P, the power switch will automatically turn off. However, this function  
cannot entirely prevent 12-volt battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle  
with the power switch in ACCESSORY or ON mode for long periods of time  
when the hybrid system is not operating.  
■Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle  
→P. 73  
■Electronic key battery depletion  
→P. 108  
■When the ambient temperature is low, such as during winter driving con-  
ditions  
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.  
■Conditions affecting operation  
→P. 126  
■Notes for the entry function  
→P. 127  
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■If the hybrid system does not start  
●The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (→P. 79)  
Contact your Toyota dealer.  
●Check that the shift lever is securely set in P. The hybrid system may not  
start if the shift lever is displaced out of P.  
■Steering lock  
After turning the power switch off and opening and closing the doors, the  
steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the  
power switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.  
■When the steering lock cannot be released  
A message informing the driver that the  
steering wheel is locked will be displayed  
on the multi-information display.  
Check that the shift lever is set in P. Press  
the power switch while turning the steer-  
ing wheel left and right.  
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■Steering lock motor overheating prevention  
To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be sus-  
pended if the hybrid system is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period  
of time. In this case, refrain from operating the hybrid system. After about 10  
seconds, the steering lock motor will resume functioning.  
■When a message requesting the smart key system be inspected is dis-  
played on the multi-information 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” indicator does not come on even after perform-  
ing the proper procedures for starting the vehicle, contact your Toyota dealer  
immediately.  
■If the hybrid system is malfunctioning  
→P. 75  
■If the electronic key battery is depleted  
→P. 373  
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■Operation of the power switch  
●If the switch is not pressed shortly and firmly, the power switch mode may  
not change or the hybrid system may not start.  
●If attempting to restart the hybrid system immediately after turning the power  
switch off, the hybrid system may not start in some cases. After turning the  
power switch off, please wait a few seconds before restarting the hybrid sys-  
tem.  
■If the smart key system has been deactivated in a customized setting  
→P. 422  
■Customization  
The time elapsed before the power switch related messages on the multi-  
information display turn off can be changed.  
(Customizable features: →P. 461)  
WARNING  
■When starting the hybrid system  
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.  
■Caution while driving  
If hybrid system failure occurs while the vehicle is moving, do not lock or  
open the doors until the vehicle reaches a safe and complete stop. Activa-  
tion of the steering lock in this circumstance may lead to an accident, result-  
ing in death or serious injury.  
■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 succession. (→P. 393)  
However, do not touch the power switch while driving except in an emer-  
gency. Turning the hybrid system off while driving will not cause loss of  
steering or braking control, however, power assist to the steering will be  
lost. This will make it more difficult to steer smoothly, so you should pull over  
and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.  
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NOTICE  
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge  
●Do not leave the power switch in ACCESSORY or ON mode for long peri-  
ods of time without the hybrid system on.  
●Do not stop the hybrid system when the shift lever is in a position other  
than P. If the hybrid system is stopped in another shift lever position, the  
power switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to ACCESSORY  
mode. If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode, 12-volt battery dis-  
charge may occur.  
■When starting the hybrid system  
●Do not depress the accelerator pedal unnecessarily.  
●If the hybrid system becomes difficult to start, have your vehicle checked  
by your Toyota dealer immediately.  
■Symptoms indicating a malfunction 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.  
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EV drive mode  
In EV drive mode the electric motor (traction motor), powered by  
the hybrid battery (traction battery), 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 vehicle proximity notification system is  
active, the vehicle may produce sound.  
Turns EV drive mode on/off  
When EV drive mode is turned on,  
a message indicating the vehicle is  
in EV drive mode will be shown on  
the  
multi-information  
display.  
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 situations. If it  
cannot be turned on, a buzzer will sound and a message will be shown on the  
multi-information display.  
●The temperature of the hybrid system is high.  
The vehicle has been left in the sun, driven on a hill, driven at high speeds,  
etc.  
●The temperature of the hybrid system is low.  
The vehicle has been left in temperatures lower than about 68°F (20°C) for  
a long period of time etc.  
●The gasoline engine is warming up.  
●The hybrid battery (traction battery) is low.  
The remaining battery level indicated in the energy monitor on the multi-  
information display is low. (→P. 100)  
●Vehicle speed is high.  
●The accelerator pedal is depressed firmly or the vehicle is on a hill etc.  
●The windshield defogger is in use.  
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■Switching to EV drive mode when the gasoline engine is cold  
If the hybrid system is started while the gasoline engine is cold, the gasoline  
engine will start automatically after a short period of time in order to warm up.  
In this case, you will become unable to switch to EV drive mode.  
After the hybrid system has started and the “READY” indicator has illumi-  
nated, press the EV drive mode switch before the gasoline engine starts to  
switch to EV drive mode.  
■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 and the EV drive mode indicator will flash and go off.  
●The hybrid battery (traction battery) becomes low.  
The remaining battery level indicated in the energy monitor on the multi-  
information display is low. (→P. 100)  
●Vehicle speed is high.  
●The accelerator pedal is depressed firmly.  
■Possible driving distance when driving in EV drive mode  
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EV drive mode’s possible driving distance ranges from a few hundred meters  
to approximately 1.3 miles (2 km). However, depending on vehicle conditions,  
there are situations when EV drive mode cannot be used.  
(The distance that is possible depends on the hybrid battery [traction battery]  
level and driving conditions.)  
■Fuel economy  
The hybrid system is designed to achieve the best possible fuel economy  
during normal driving (using the gasoline engine and electric motor [traction  
motor]). Driving in EV drive mode more than necessary may lower fuel econ-  
omy.  
WARNING  
■Caution while driving  
When driving in EV drive mode no engine noise is made. As such, pedestri-  
ans, people riding bicycles or other people and vehicles in the surrounding  
area may not be aware of the vehicle starting off or approaching them.  
Therefore, take extra care while driving even if the vehicle proximity notifica-  
tion system is active.  
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Hybrid transmission  
Shifting the shift lever  
While the power switch is in ON mode, move the shift lever  
with the brake pedal depressed.  
When shifting the shift lever between P and D, make sure that the  
vehicle is completely stopped.  
Shift position purpose  
Shift position  
Objective or function  
Parking the vehicle/starting the hybrid system  
Reversing  
P
R
N
D
S
Neutral  
Normal driving1  
S mode driving2 (→P. 181)  
1: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noises, set the shift lever in the D  
position for normal driving.  
2: By selecting shift ranges using S mode, you can control engine braking  
force.  
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Selecting shift ranges in the S position  
To enter S mode, shift the shift lever to S. Shift ranges can then be  
selected by operating the shift lever, allowing you to drive in the shift  
range of your choosing.  
Upshifting  
1
Downshifting  
2
The selected shift range, from S1  
to S6, will be displayed in the  
meter.  
The initial shift range in S mode is  
automatically set to S4 or S5  
according to vehicle speed.  
■ Shift ranges and their functions  
● You can choose from 6 levels of engine braking force.  
● A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking force than  
a higher shift range. The engine speed will also increase.  
● If you accelerate while in ranges S1 to S4, the shift range may  
automatically range up in accordance with the vehicle’s speed.  
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■S mode  
●When the shift range is S4 or lower, holding the shift lever toward “+” sets  
the shift range to S6.  
●To prevent the engine from over-revving, upshifting may automatically  
occur.  
■Tachometer  
When the S mode driving is selected, the  
tachometer will be displayed on the multi-  
information display. The tachometer dis-  
plays the engine speed in revolutions per  
minute.  
■Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer  
To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may  
sometimes be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be  
possible even when the shift lever is operated. (A buzzer will sound twice.)  
■When driving with cruise control or radar cruise control activated  
Even if switching the driving mode to power mode with the intent of enabling  
engine braking, engine braking will not activate because cruise control or  
radar cruise control will not be canceled. (→P. 233, 246)  
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■If the S indicator does not come on or the D indicator is displayed even  
after shifting the shift lever to S  
This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have  
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.  
(In this situation, the transmission will operate in the same manner as when  
the shift lever is in D.)  
■Shift lock system  
The shift lock system is a system to prevent accidental operation of the shift  
lever in starting.  
The shift lever can be shifted from P only when the engine switch is in ON  
mode and the brake pedal is being depressed.  
■If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P  
First, check whether the brake pedal is being depressed.  
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake pedal, there may  
be a problem with the shift lock system. Have the vehicle inspected by your  
Toyota dealer immediately.  
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that  
the shift lever can be shifted.  
Releasing the shift lock:  
1
Set the parking brake.  
2
Turn the engine switch is off.  
3
Depress the brake pedal.  
4
Pry the cover up with a flathead screw-  
driver or equivalent tool.  
To prevent damage to the cover, cover  
the tip of the screwdriver with a rag.  
5
Press the shift lock override button.  
The shift lever can be shifted while the  
button is pressed.  
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■AI-SHIFT  
AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver perfor-  
mance and driving conditions.  
AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D position.  
(Shifting the shift lever to the S position cancels the function.)  
WARNING  
■When driving on slippery road surfaces  
Do not accelerate or shift gears suddenly.  
Sudden changes in engine braking may cause the vehicle to spin or skid,  
resulting in an accident.  
■To prevent an accident when releasing the shift lock  
Before pressing the shift lock override button, make sure to set the parking  
brake and depress the brake pedal.  
If the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed instead of the brake pedal  
when the shift lock override button is pressed and the shift lever is shifted  
out of P, the vehicle may suddenly start, possibly leading to an accident  
resulting in death or serious injury.  
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NOTICE  
■Hybrid battery (traction battery) charge precaution  
If the shift lever is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be  
charged even when the engine is running. Therefore, if the vehicle is left  
with the shift lever in N for a long period of time, the hybrid battery (traction  
battery) will discharge, and this may result in the vehicle not being able to  
start.  
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Turn signal lever  
Operating instructions  
The lever will return to its original position after operation.  
Right turn  
1
Lane change to the right (move  
2
the lever partway and release  
it)  
The right hand signals will flash 3  
times.  
Lane change to the left (move  
3
the lever partway and release  
it)  
The left hand signals will flash 3  
times.  
Left turn  
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■Turn signals can be operated when  
The power switch is in ON mode.  
■If the indicator flashes faster than usual  
Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned  
out.  
■If the turn signals stop flashing before a lane change has been per-  
formed  
Operate the lever again.  
■To discontinue flashing of the turn signals during a lane change  
Operate the lever in the opposite direction.  
■When the lever is pushed and held partway  
The turn signals will keep flashing until the lever is released.  
■Customization  
The number of times the turn signals flash during a lane change can be  
changed. (Customizable feature →P. 461)  
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Parking brake  
To set the parking brake, fully  
depress the parking brake pedal  
with your left foot while depress-  
ing the brake pedal with your right  
foot.  
(Depressing the pedal again  
releases the parking brake.)  
■Parking the vehicle  
→P. 156  
■Usage in winter time  
→P. 270  
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NOTICE  
■Before driving  
Fully release the parking brake.  
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components  
overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake  
wear.  

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