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illumination turns off.
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If the hybrid system does not
start
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The immobilizer system may not
have been deactivated. (P.77)
Contact your Toyota dealer.
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If a message related to start-up is
shown on the multi-information
display, read the message and fol-
low the instructions.
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When the ambient temperature
is low, such as during winter
driving conditions
●
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.
●
When the hybrid battery (traction
battery) is extremely cold (below
approximately -22°F [-30°C])
under the influence of the outside
temperature, it may not be possi-
ble to start the hybrid system. In
this case, try to start the hybrid
system again after the tempera-
ture of the hybrid battery
increases due to the outside tem-
perature increase etc.
■
Sounds and vibrations specific
to a hybrid vehicle
P.70
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If the 12-volt battery is dis-
charged
The hybrid system cannot be
started using the smart key system.
Refer to P.469to restart the hybrid
system.
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Electronic key battery depletion
P.128
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Conditions affecting operation
P.150
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Note for the entry function
P.151
4-2. Driving procedures
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Steering lock function
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After turning the power switch to
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 can-
cels the steering lock.
●
When the steering lock cannot be
released, "Push Power Switch
while Turning Steering Wheel in
Either Direction" will be displayed
on the multi-information display.
Check that the shift lever is set in
P. Press the power switch shortly
and firmly while turning the steer-
ing wheel left and right.
●
To prevent the steering lock motor
from overheating, the motor may
be suspended if the hybrid system
is turned on and off repeatedly in
a short period of time. In this case,
refrain from operating the power
switch. After about 10 seconds,
the steering lock motor will
resume functioning.
■
If there is a malfunction in the
smart key system
If "Smart Key System Malfunction
See Owner's Manual" is displayed
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" indi-
cator does not come on even after
performing the proper procedures
for starting the vehicle, contact your
Toyota dealer immediately.
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