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Welcome to the growing group of value–conscious people who drive Toyotas. We are proud of the advanced engineering and
quality construction of each vehicle we build.
This Owner's Manual explains the operation of your new Toyota. Please read it thoroughly and have all the occupants
follow the instructions carefully. Doing so will help you enjoy many years of safe and trouble–free motoring. For
important information about this manual and your Toyota, read the following pages carefully.
When it comes to service, remember that your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your complete
satisfaction. He will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require.
If there is not a Toyota dealer near you, or you need emergency assistance for any reason, please call the following number:
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U.S. OWNERS:
Toyota Customer Assistance Center
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CANADIAN OWNERS:
Toyota Canada Customer Interaction Center
Please leave this Owner's Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale. The next owner will need this information also.
All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of Toyota's policy of
continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, including options. Therefore, you may
find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.
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  • Page 1 When it comes to service, remember that your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your complete satisfaction. He will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require. If there is not a Toyota dealer near you, or you need emergency assistance for any reason, please call the following number: U.S. OWNERS: Toyota Customer Assistance Center Toll–free:1–800–331–4331...

  • Page 2: Important Information About This Manual

    Important information about this manual Safety and vehicle damage warnings Safety symbol Throughout this manual, you will see safety and vehicle dam- age warnings. You must follow these warnings carefully to avoid possible injury or damage. The types of warnings, what they look like, and how they are used in this manual are explained as follows: CAUTION This is a warning against anything which may...
  • Page 3 Important information about your Toyota New vehicle warranty Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota limited warranties: A wide variety of non–genuine spare parts and accesso- D New vehicle warranty...
  • Page 4 SRS airbag and seat belt preten- sioner removed and disposed of by the qualified service Installation of a mobile shop or by your Toyota dealer before you dispose of your two–way radio system vehicle. As the installation of a mobile two–way radio system in...
  • Page 5 Hybrid vehicle battery Hybrid vehicle battery has a limited service life. Call Precautions for use your Toyota dealer for information concerning recycling of hybrid vehicle or disposal of hybrid vehicle battery and your vehicle. The vehicle has both high voltage DC and AC systems as well as a 12–volt system.
  • Page 6 CAUTION When your Toyota needs to be towed, do it with the front wheels raised. For details on towing, see “If your vehicle needs to be towed” on page 182 in If an accident occurs Section 5. Pull your Toyota off the road, put the selector le- ver in “P”...
  • Page 7 CAUTION High Voltage Your vehicle is equipped with cables connected to parts of the vehicle subject to high voltage (about 300 V). There are some other parts which reach high temperatures when you are driving. Never touch bat- tery cables (wrapped in orange–colored harnesses) and their connector since high voltages are applied and they are dangerous.

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    ....... . Three–way catalytic converter Toyota HC adsorber and catalyst system .

  • Page 9: Break-In Period

    Do not use leaded gasoline. Use of ADDITIVES leaded gasoline will cause the three– way catalytic converter to lose its Toyota recommends the use of gasoline that effectiveness and the emission con- contains detergent additives to avoid build– trol system to function improperly.
  • Page 10 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE. If you use ular gasoline that you are using. If you Fuel Charter (WWFC) that is expected to gasohol in your Toyota, be sure that it has continue to have unacceptable driveability, be applied world wide. The WWFC consists an octane rating no lower than 87.

  • Page 11: Fuel Pump Shut-Off Systemm

    107.Fuel pump shut–off system 106.FUEL TANK CAPACITY The fuel pump shut–off system stops sup- If you plan to drive your Toyota in plying fuel to the engine to minimize the another country... 45 L (11.9 gal., 9.9 lmp. gal.)

  • Page 12: Three-Way Catalytic Converter Toyota Hc Adsorber And Catalyst System

    1. Three–way catalytic converter way catalytic converter and Toyota 2. Toyota HC adsorber and catalyst sys- HC adsorber and catalyst system. z Do not turn off the ignition while The three–way catalytic converter and the vehicle is moving.

  • Page 13: Engine Exhaust Cautions

    Make sure the exhaust system has shield clear of snow, leaves, or oth- z To ensure that the three–way cata- no holes or loose connections. The er obstructions. lytic converter and Toyota HC ad- system should be checked from If you smell exhaust fumes in the sorber and catalyst system and the time to time.

  • Page 14: Facts About Engine Oil Consumption

    Toyota recommends that the oil is burned by the high temperature com- diluted and make it difficult to judge...

  • Page 15: Iridium-Tipped Spark Plugs

    112.Iridium–tipped spark plugs 113.Brake system For detailed information on oil level check, REGENERATIVE BRAKE see “Checking the engine oil level” on When the brake is applied, the electric page 212 in Section 8–2. motor used as a generator converts kinet- ic energy into electric energy.
  • Page 16 But you will have to push the your vehicle and contact your Toyota deal- approximately 5 km/h (3 mph). pedal hard, much harder than nor- mal. And your braking distance will...
  • Page 17 Depressing the brake pedal on slippery CAUTION Anti–lock brake system is not de- road surfaces such as on the manhole signed to shorten the stopping dis- cover, the steel plate under the construc- overestimate anti–lock tance: Always drive at the moderate tion, joints in the bridge, etc.
  • Page 18 Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly service the vehicle. may turn on the light. It is normal if it turns off after a few seconds. The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON”...

  • Page 19: Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators

    Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Expensive ro- Do not drive with objects left on tor damage can result if the pads are not top of the instrument panel. They replaced when necessary.

  • Page 20: Your Toyota's Identification

    This number is on the left top of the axle case as shown. instrument panel, and can be seen through the windshield from outside. This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.

  • Page 21: Theft Prevention Labels

    118.Suspension and chassis 117.Theft prevention labels 119.Types of tires Your new vehicle carries theft preven- Determine what kind of tires your ve- CAUTION tion labels which are approximately 56 hicle is originally equipped with. mm (2.20 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 in.). 1.
  • Page 22 CAUTION Do not mix summer and all season tires on your vehicle as this can cause dangerous handling charac- teristics, resulting in loss of con- trol. Do not use tire other than the manufacturer’s designated tires, and never mix tires or wheels of the sizes different from the originally equipped tires and wheels.

  • Page 24: Starting And Driving

    SECTION 120.STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving Before starting the hybrid system ......How to start the hybrid system .

  • Page 25: Before Starting The Hybrid System

    How to start the hybrid Before starting the hybrid system— (a) Before starting (b) Turning on the hybrid system121. the hybrid system122. system 1. Check the area around the vehicle be- fore entering it. 2. Adjust seat position, seatback angle, head restraint height...

  • Page 26: Tips For Driving In Various Conditionss

    “READY” light changes to stay on. vehicle cautiously while lightly pressing the brake pedal with the park- ing brake pulled. If they still do not work safely, pull to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for assistance.

  • Page 27: Winter Driving Tips

    When it is extremely cold, we recommend This product is available at your Toyota ger stopping distance, and it may to use 60% solution for your Toyota, to dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow pull to one side when the brakes provide protection down to about –50 C...

  • Page 28: Dinghy Towing

    Your vehicle is not designed to be Toyota does not recommend towing a dinghy towed (with four wheels on the trailer with your Toyota. It is not de- Depending on where you are driving, ground) behind a motorhome. signed for trailer towing.
  • Page 29 How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too127. Improving fuel economy is easy–just take Do not rest your foot on brake ped- CAUTION it easy. It will help make your vehicle last al. This causes premature wear, over- longer, too.
  • Page 30 SECTION 128.IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY In case of an emergency If your vehicle will not start ........If your hybrid system stalls while driving .

  • Page 31: If Your Vehicle Will Not Start

    Have the key checked at your sult from battery explosion, acid burns, Toyota dealer. If none of your keys work, electrical burns, or damaged electronic the hybrid vehicle immobiliser system is components, these instructions must be possibly broken.
  • Page 32 NOTICE CAUTION The battery used for boosting must Auxiliary battery and booster bat- be 12 V. Do not jump start unless you tery contain sulfuric acid which is are sure that the booster battery is poisonous and corrosive. Wear pro- correct.
  • Page 33 8. If the engine in the vehicle with the Positive booster battery is not running, start it terminal (“+” mark) and let it run for a few minutes. During Discharged jump starting, run the engine at about battery 2000 rpm with the accelerator pedal lightly depressed.
  • Page 34 Jumper hicle battery warning light comes on in cable the multi–information display, the hybrid vehicle battery is also discharged. Con- tact your Toyota dealer. 50p045b 50p043a 11. Carefully disconnect the cables in the exact reverse order: the negative cable and then the positive cable.

  • Page 35: If Your Hybrid System Stalls While Driving

    4. If the coolant is leaking, stop the hy- system. Wait until the steam subsides brid system immediately. Call a Toyota If the hybrid system is not operating, before opening the hood. If there is no dealer for assistance.

  • Page 36: If You Have A Flat Tire

    You should have it checked as spot with firm ground. sary. soon as possible at your Toyota dealer. 2. Stop the hybrid system and turn on Make sure to set the jack properly your emergency flashers.
  • Page 37 Section 8–2 for details on the tread wear indicators and other service information. CAUTION The compact spare tire was de- signed especially for your Toyota. Compact spare tire Do not use it on any other vehicle. The compact spare tire is designed for Do not use more than one compact temporary emergency use only.
  • Page 38 133.—Required tools and spare tire NOTICE Your ground clearance reduced when compact spare tire installed so avoid driving over ob- stacles and drive slowly on rough, 50p008a 50p009 unpaved roads speed bumps. Also, do not attempt to go through an automatic car wash as the vehicle may get caught, resulting in damage.
  • Page 39 —Blocking the wheel —Loosening wheel nuts 50p010d 50p011a 50p013b To remove the spare tire: 2. Block the wheel diagonally opposite 3. Loosen all the wheel nuts. the flat tire to keep the vehicle from Always loosen the wheel nuts before rais- 1.
  • Page 40 —Positioning the jack —Raising your vehicle CAUTION Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. The nuts may loosen and the wheels fall off, which could cause a serious accident. 50p014d 50p015b 4. Position the jack at the jack points 5.
  • Page 41 —Changing wheels CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle supported jack alone. 50p016 50p017b 6. Remove the wheel nuts and change Before putting on wheels, remove any cor- tires. rosion on the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such. Installation of wheels Lift the flat tire straight off and put it without good metal–to–metal contact at the aside.
  • Page 42 —Reinstalling wheel nuts —Lowering your vehicle CAUTION Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. Doing so may lead to over- tightening the nuts and damaging the 50p018b bolts. The nuts may loosen and the 50p019a wheels fall off, which could...

  • Page 43: If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed

    Toyota dealer and fill injured as the vehicle is lowered to to the correct pressure.
  • Page 44 If towing is necessary, we recommend TOWING PRECAUTIONS: (c) Towing with sling type truck you to have it done by your Toyota Use a safety chain system for all towing, dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- and abide by the state/provincial and local vice.
  • Page 45 135.—Emergency towing If towing is necessary, we recommend CAUTION you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- Use extreme caution when towing vice. vehicles. Avoid sudden starts or er- If towing service is not available in an...
  • Page 46 —Installing front towing eyelet CAUTION If the hybrid system is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not work so steering and braking will be much harder than usu- 50p046 50p047 1. Remove the front towing eyelet as 2.

  • Page 47: If You Cannot Shift Running Mode Selector Lever

    2. Pry up the cover with a flat–bladed safety, keep the brake pedal de- towed and result in death or serious screwdriver or equivalent. pressed. injury. Be sure to have the system checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

  • Page 48: If You Lose Your Keys

    Even if you lose only one key, contact Have the registered identification numbers your Toyota dealer to make a new key. If of your transmitters deleted from your ve- you lose all your master keys, you cannot hicle by your Toyota dealer as soon as make new keys;...

  • Page 50: Corrosion Prevention And Appearance Care

    APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion prevention and appearance care Protecting your Toyota from corrosion ......Washing and waxing your Toyota .
  • Page 51 Now, it is up to you. Proper ing them. The lower edge of doors, High ambient temperatures can cause care of your Toyota can help ensure long– rocker panels and frame members have corrosion to those components of the term corrosion prevention.
  • Page 52 Do not splash water on the electric lated garage. If you wash your vehicle in components in the engine compart- Your Toyota is a hybrid vehicle. Pay the garage, or if you drive it in covered ment. This may cause the malfunc-...
  • Page 53 Hand–washing your Toyota 4. To prevent water spots, dry the vehicle using a clean soft cotton towel. Do not Work in the shade and wait until the CAUTION rub or press hard—you might scratch...
  • Page 54 Do not wash the vehicle floor with make sure to remove it before driving Toyota’s finish. water, or allow water to get onto your Toyota through an automatic car Once a month or if the vehicle surface the floor when cleaning the vehicle wash.
  • Page 55 First vacuum over the upholstery to re- Do not apply water—the best results are Windows move loose dirt. Then, using a sponge or obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as The windows may be cleaned with any soft cloth, apply the soap solution to the possible.
  • Page 56 If you have any questions about the leather these could cleaning of your Toyota, your local cause discoloring. Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer them. z Use of a nylon brush or synthetic fiber cloth, etc. may scratch the fine grained surface of the leather.
  • Page 58 SECTION 143.VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE Vehicle maintenance and care Maintenance requirements ........General maintenance .
  • Page 59 See ”Owner’s War- form them are presented in Section 8. or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be ranty Information Booklet” or ”Owner’s pleased to do them at a nominal cost.
  • Page 60 Information Booklet” or ”Owner’s Manual should investigate the cause or take your check the nuts for looseness. Tighten Supplement” for the details. vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali- them if necessary. fied service shop immediately. It is recom- Tire rotation...
  • Page 61 INSIDE THE VEHICLE Seat belts Hybrid transaxle ”Park” mechanism Check that the seat belt system such as Check the lock release button of the se- Items listed below should be checked buckles, retractors and anchors operate lector lever for proper and smooth opera- regularly, e.g.
  • Page 62 If you notice any of these clues, take your Make sure the brake fluid level is correct. mance, sounds, and visual tip–offs that vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as See page 216 in Section 8–2 for addition- indicate service is needed. Some impor- possible.
  • Page 63 Toyota dealer comes on. In this case, your vehicle may to prepare the vehicle for re–testing. not pass the I/M test and need to be repaired.

  • Page 64: Specifications

    SECTION 174.SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Dimensions and weight ........Electric motor .
  • Page 65 175.Dimensions and weight 177.Engine 176.Electric motor Overall length mm (in.) 4305 (169.5) Type: Permanent magnet motor Model: 1NZ–FXE (water cooling) Overall width mm (in.) 1695 (66.7) Type: 4–cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline Rated output: 20 kW Overall height mm (in.) 1465 (57.6)* Bore and stroke, mm (in.):...
  • Page 66 178.Fuel 179.Hybrid vehicle battery 180.Service specifications Fuel type: Type: Nickel–Metal hydride battery ENGINE Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87 Voltage: 7.2 V Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.): (Research Octane Number 91) or Intake 0.17—0.23 (0.007—0.009) Capacity: 6.5 Ah (3HR) higher Exhaust 0.27—0.33 (0.011—0.013) Quantity:...
  • Page 67 Without filter 3.4 (3.6, 3.0) converter 2.6 (2.7, 2.3) “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is filled in your Coolant type: Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved “Toyota “Toyota Genuine Long Life Coolant” is Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the oil008 filled in your Toyota vehicle.
  • Page 68 Front P175/65R14 84S 240 (2.4, 35) with the traction motor running, mm (in.): Fluid type: Rear P175/65R14 84S 230 (2.3, 33) 80 (3.15) “Toyota Genuine ATF Type T–IV” or Spare equivalent Pedal free play, mm (in.): T125/70D16 96M 420 (4.2, 60) 1 –...
  • Page 69 183.Fuses 90p005a 90p006a 90p007a Engine compartment Engine compartment Instrument panel 1. ABS NO.4 10 A: Anti–lock brake sys- 8. AM2 15 A: Starting system, multiport 12. BATT FAN 10 A: Battery cooling fan fuel injection system/sequential multi- 13. ABS NO.3 Hydraulic brake port fuel injection system, hybrid ve-...
  • Page 70 21. HTR 10 A: Air conditioning system 36. HTR NO.3 50 A: Air conditioning sys- 22. TAIL 7.5 A: Parking lights, tail lights, license plate lights, side marker lights 37. EMPS 50 A: Electric power steering 23. ECU–IG 5 A: Air conditioning system, 38.
  • Page 72 SECTION 184.REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS AND UNIFORM TIRE QUAL- ITY GRADING Reporting safety defects for u.s. owners and uniform tire quality grading Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ..... . Uniform tire quality gradingg .
  • Page 73 Transportation, Washington, D.C. quality grading. notifying Toyota Motor Sales, 20590. You can also obtain other Your Toyota dealer will help answer any U.S.A., Inc. (Toll–free: information about motor vehicle questions you may have as you read this 1–800–331–4331). safety from the Hotline.
  • Page 74 Tread wear—The tread wear grade is a Temperature A, B, C—The temperature comparative rating based on the wear rate grades are A (the highest), B, and C, of the tire when tested under controlled representing the tire’s resistance to the conditions on a specified government test generation of heat and its ability to dissi- course.
  • Page 76 SECTION – FEATURES ON NEW TOYOTA VEHICLE 1.Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overvieww ........
  • Page 77 Instrument panel overview 1. Side vents 2. Side defroster outlets 3. Instrument cluster 4. Center vents 5. Running mode selector lever 6. Power door lock switches 7. Power window switches 8. Glove box 9. Auxiliary boxes 10. Tilt steering lock release lever 11p003b 11.
  • Page 78 1. Headlight and turn signal switch 2. Wiper and washer switch 3. Rear window defogger switch 4. Trip meter reset button 5. Emergency flasher switch 6. Multi–information display 7. km/h or MPH button 8. Security indicator light 9. Clock 10. Car audio 11p001g 11.
  • Page 79 3.Instrument cluster and multi–information display overview 1. Service reminder indicators and indica- tor lights 2. Speedometer 3. Fuel gauge 4. Odometer and trip meter 5. Outside temperature display 11p002f...
  • Page 80 4.Indicator symbols on the instrument panel and Multi–information display ∗ 1 Low engine oil pressure warning light ∗ 1 Brake system warning light ∗ 1 Master warning light ∗ 1 Seat belt reminder light ∗ 1 Anti–lock brake system warning light ∗...
  • Page 81 ∗ 1 : For details, see ”Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers— —Instrument cluster” on page 92 in Section 2–4. Tail light indicator light ∗ 2 : For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers— —Multi–information display” on page 99 in Section ∗...
  • Page 82 SECTION – FEATURES ON NEW TOYOTA VEHICLE 5.Toyota hybrid system Toyota hybrid system .........

  • Page 83: Toyota Hybrid System Operating Conditionn

    Basic operations are described below. Be- gasoline engine and the electric motor gasoline engine as needed, it does not sides, Toyota hybrid system performs vari- power to improve the fuel economy require charging from the outside like ous controls depending on the operating largely and minimize the emissions as an electric vehicle.
  • Page 84 12p016a 12p017a 12p018a Electric power Gasoline power Electric and gasoline in use in use power in use When starting or backing up, etc., the During normal driving, the vehicle runs When driving at full throttle, electric gasoline engine efficiency worsens, so mainly on gasoline power.
  • Page 85 12p019a 12p020a 12p030 Storing electric power Not in use Charging hybrid vehicle battery When decreasing speed or applying the When stopping, the gasoline engine auto- brakes, the turning force of the wheels matically shuts off. When the hybrid vehicle battery power is makes the electric motor operate as a insufficient, the gasoline engine charges generator...

  • Page 86: Starting Your Vehicle

    9.For efficient use of your 8.Starting your vehicle vehicle Turn ignition from “ON” Drive your vehicle with a smooth accel- Use the “A/C” mode (with the “A/C” “START” with the running mode selector eration and deceleration. button only on) when you use the air lever “P”...

  • Page 87: Precautions For Use

    10.Precautions for use The hybrid system automatically con- If the output control warning light The vehicle runs in combination with comes on in the instrument cluster, the trols the level of electrical power re- the gasoline and electric power. Pay maining in the hybrid vehicle battery.
  • Page 88 “R” during vehicle battery when the vehicle is in driving, the output control warning light need of repairs at a Toyota dealer. comes on and the output might be lim- ited for longer battery charge life.
  • Page 89 When you put the running mode selec- When you leave your vehicle, apply the tor lever in “B” position and release parking brake with the running mode your foot from the accelerator pedal, selector lever in “P” position and be engine braking will be applied.
  • Page 90 As sealed Nickel–Metal hydride batteries 12p009c cables (orange color) connecting are used, be sure to consult your Toyota these parts. If some exposed elec- dealer when disposing of your vehicle. tric wiring is protruding inside or outside of the vehicle, an electric CAUTION shock may also occur.
  • Page 91 When your vehicle needs to be towed, do it with the front wheels or all four wheels raised. If the front wheels are on the ground when towing, electric motor may continue to generate electricity which could cause leakage of elec- tricity and a fire depending on the degree of damage.
  • Page 92 SECTION – OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 11.Keys and Doors Keys ............Hybrid vehicle immobiliser system .

  • Page 93: Keys

    When using a key containing a trans- 1. Master keys (black)—These keys work ponder chip, observe the following in every lock. Your Toyota dealer will precautions: need one of them to make a new key with built–in transponder chip.
  • Page 94 z Do not cover the key grip with any material that cuts off electromagnet- ic waves. z Do not knock the key hard against other objects. 21p003a 21p004a z Do not leave the key exposed to high temperatures for a long period, such as on the dashboard or hood under direct sunlight.

  • Page 95: Hybrid Vehicle Immobiliser System

    Toyota dealer. need additional keys, duplicates can be when the electronic code in the chip made by a Toyota dealer using the key The indicator light stays on except corresponds to the registered ID code number.
  • Page 96 MADE IN JAPAN industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: For your Toyota dealer to make you a This device complies with Part 15 of the new key with built–in transponder chip, FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...

  • Page 97: Side Doors

    14.Side doors— The driver’s window can be opened and closed from outside the vehicle using a key. For details, see “Power windows” on page 28 in this section. 21p008 21p009 LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH IN- SIDE LOCK KNOB Insert the key into the keyhole and turn Move the lock knob.
  • Page 98 LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Push the switch. To lock: Push the switch down on the front side. To unlock: Push the switch down on the 21p010 21p012a rear side. All the doors lock or unlock simultaneous- Driver’s side REAR DOOR CHILD–PROTECTORS Move the lock lever to the “LOCK”...
  • Page 99 —Wireless remote control The wireless remote control system is CAUTION designed to lock or unlock both doors, or activate the theft deterrent system Before driving, be sure that the doors from a distance within approximately 1 closed locked, especially m (3 ft.) of the vehicle. when small children are in the ve- LOCKING UNLOCKING...
  • Page 100 Contact your Toyota dealer for detailed If the “LOCK” or “UNLOCK” switch is kept information. The “PANIC” switch is used to deter ve-...
  • Page 101 If you lose your transmitter, contact your NOTICE: Reorient or relocate the receiving an- Toyota dealer as soon as possible to tenna. This equipment has been tested and avoid the possibility of theft, or an acci- found to comply with the limits for a dent.
  • Page 102 Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by a Toyota dealer. z Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws. Replace the transmitter battery by the fol- lowing procedures.

  • Page 103: Power Windows

    If the trans- closed, they work for 45 seconds even mitter still does not operate properly, con- after the ignition switch is turned off. They tact your Toyota dealer. stop working when either front door is opened. OPERATING THE DRIVER’S WINDOW Use the switch on the driver’s door.
  • Page 104 Window lock CAUTION switch Never try jamming any part of your body to make the jam protection function work intentionally. 21p020a 21p021a The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before the window fully closed. Automatic operation: Push the switch OPERATING THE PASSENGERS’...
  • Page 105 CAUTION To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following. Before you close the power win- 21p023 dows, always make sure there is no- body around the power windows. You must also make sure the heads, hands and other parts of the bodies of all occupants are kept completely inside vehicle.

  • Page 106: Trunk Lid

    17.Trunk lid— —Lock release lever CAUTION Keep the trunk lid closed while driv- ing. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out, but also pre- 21p024a vents exhaust gases from entering 21p025a the vehicle. Always lock the trunk lid and all doors, and keep away the vehicle keys out of children’s reaches.

  • Page 107: Hood

    —Lock release lever cancelling system 18.Hood —Internal trunk release handle 21p042 21p033c 21p026a After closing the trunk lid, insert the If a person is locked in the trunk, he/ To open the hood: master key and turn it counterclockwise she can pull down the phosphorescent 1.
  • Page 108 NOTICE Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the hood. Clos- ing the hood with the support rod inserted into the slot could cause the 21p027c 21p032c hood to bend. 2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the 3.

  • Page 109: Theft Deterrent System

    19.Theft deterrent system The system will automatically be set after 30 seconds. When the system is set, the indicator light will start flashing again. 4. After making sure the indicator light starts flashing, you may leave the ve- hicle. 21p028 21p029a Never leave anyone in the vehicle when you set the system, because unlocking...

  • Page 110: Fuel Tank Cap

    Open the trunk with the key. If the system does not work properly, CANCELLING THE SYSTEM have it checked by your Toyota dealer. The system will be cancelled by the above mentioned three ways.
  • Page 111 If the cap is not tightened securely, the malfunction indicator lamp comes Make sure the cap is tightened securely. The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
  • Page 112 SECTION – OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 21.Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and mirrors Seats ............Front seatss .

  • Page 113: Seats

    23.Front seats— —Front seat precautions (on vehicles with SRS front 22.Seats airbags) While the vehicle is being driven, all ve- Driver seat Slightly recline the back of hicle occupants should have the seatback seat. Although vehicle designs vary, upright, sit well back in the seat and prop- CAUTION many drivers can achieve the 250 erly wear the seat belts provided.
  • Page 114 —Front seat precautions —Seat adjustment precautions (on vehicles with SRS side airbags) Front passenger seat CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION The SRS side airbags are installed in Adjustments should not be made the driver and front passenger seats. while the vehicle is moving, as the The SRS front passenger airbag also Observe the following precautions.
  • Page 115 —Adjusting front seats 1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER While adjusting the seat, do not put Hold the center of the lever and pull it your hands under the seat or near up. Then slide the seat to the desired the moving parts. Otherwise, your position with slight body pressure and hands or fingers may be caught release the lever.

  • Page 116: Head Restraints

    25.Seat belts— 24.Head restraints —Seat belt precautions For your safety and comfort, adjust the Toyota strongly urges that the driver and head restraint before driving, passengers in the vehicle be properly re- strained at all times with the seat belts To raise: Pull it up.
  • Page 117 Pregnant woman. Toyota recommends the death in the event of sudden braking solution or lukewarm water. Never use of a seat belt. Ask your doctor for or a collision.
  • Page 118 It also may normally, immediately contact your lock if you lean forward too quickly. A Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot slow, easy motion will allow the belt to extend, and you can move around freely.
  • Page 119 CAUTION CAUTION Take up slack Always make sure the shoulder belt Both high–positioned lap belts and is positioned across the center of loose–fitting belts could cause seri- your shoulder. The belt should be ous injuries due to sliding under Too high kept away from your neck, but not 22p006a the lap belt during a collision or...
  • Page 120 Toyota dealer free of another person, or at a different charge seating position than the one origi- Please contact your local Toyota dealer to 22p007 nally intended. order the proper required length for the extender. Bring the heaviest coat you ex- pect to wear for proper measurement and selection of length.
  • Page 121 If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat To connect the extender to the seat The driver and front passenger’s seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot...
  • Page 122 4. Airbag sensor assembly ries. Consult your Toyota dealer pretensioner assemblies, warning light, in- The front seat belt pretensioners are con- about any repairs and modifications. terconnecting wiring and power sources.
  • Page 123 Repairs on or near the front seat belt retractor assemblies This front seat belt pretensioner system In the following cases, contact your Toyota z Modification of the suspension sys- has a service reminder indicator to inform dealer as soon as possible: the driver of operating problems.

  • Page 124: Srs Driver And Front Passenger Airbags

    Toyota strongly recommends that: The driver sit as far back as pos- The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- This indicator comes on when the igni-...
  • Page 125 The SRS front airbags are designed to deploy in severe (usually frontal) colli- sions where the magnitude and duration of the forward deceleration of the ve- hicle exceeds the designed threshold Hitting a curb, edge level. Collision from Falling into or jump- 22p015b 22p016b of pavement or...
  • Page 126 The airbag sensors constantly monitor the Deployment of the airbags happens in a forward deceleration of the vehicle. If an fraction of a second, so the airbags must impact results in a forward deceleration inflate with considerable force. While the beyond the designed threshold level, the system is designed to reduce serious inju- system triggers the airbag inflators.
  • Page 127 22p018a tems. The front seat occupants can child restraint system. Toyota be killed or seriously injured by the strongly recommends that all in- inflating airbags if they do not wear fants and children be placed in the the available seat belts properly.
  • Page 128 instructions concerning installation of a child restraint sys- tem, see “Child restraint—” on page 61 in this section. 22p019 22p020a Move seat fully back forward–facing child restraint Do not sit on the edge of the seat system should be allowed to be put or lean against the dashboard when on the front seat only when it is the vehicle is in use, since the...
  • Page 129 Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury. Consult your Toyota dealer about any Do not allow a child to stand up or Do not put objects or your pets on repairs and modifications.
  • Page 130 Contact your bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, The front of the vehicle (shaded in the Toyota dealer as soon as possible to ser- winches or any other equipment to illustration) was involved in an accident vice the vehicle.

  • Page 131: Srs Side Airbags

    Do not disconnect the battery cables system by the driver and passenger when before contacting your Toyota dealer. the SRS side airbags are inflated. 22p024a CAUTION SRS side airbags inflate with consid- erable force.
  • Page 132 Collision from the rear 22p010 22p025 22p026b Collision from the front Vehicle rollover This indicator comes on when the igni- The SRS side airbag system may not The SRS side airbags are not designed tion key is turned to the “ACC” or inflate if the vehicle is subjected to a to inflate if the vehicle is involved in a “ON”...
  • Page 133 In a severe side impact, the side airbag CAUTION sensor triggers the side airbag inflators. Then a chemical reaction in the inflators The SRS side airbag system is de- quickly fills the airbags with non–toxic gas signed only as a supplement to the to help restrain the lateral motion of the primary protection...
  • Page 134 22p028b 22p029c child restraint system. Toyota strongly recommends that all in- fants and children be placed in the rear seat of the vehicle and proper- ly restrained. The rear seat is the safest for infants and children. For...
  • Page 135 Repairs made on or near the con- malfunction of the airbags. Contact your sole or front seat Toyota dealer as soon as possible to ser- vice the vehicle. The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the “ACC” or “ON”...

  • Page 136: Child Restraint

    28.Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of child NOTICE restraint systems children small enough to use them. Do not disconnect the battery cables before contacting your Toyota dealer. The laws of all 50 states in the U.S.A.
  • Page 137 —Child restraint system A child restraint system for a small Toyota strongly urges use of forward–facing child restraint child or baby must itself be properly proper child restraint system which system should be allowed to put on restrained on the seat with the lap por-...
  • Page 138 —Types of child restraint system Child restraint systems are classified into CAUTION After installing the child restraint the following 3 types depending on the system, make sure it is secured in child’s age and size. Never put a rear–facing child re- place following the manufacturer’s (A) Infant seat straint system on the front seat.
  • Page 139 —Installation with 3–point type seat belt 22p031a 22p033a 22p034a (A) Infant seat (C) Booster seat (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION An infant seat is used in rear–facing position only. 22p032a (B) Convertible seat...
  • Page 140 22p035a 22p045c 22p037a 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through Do not put a child restraint system CAUTION or around the baby seat following the on the rear seat if it interferes with instructions provided by its manufactur- Never put a rear–facing child re- the lock mechanism of the front er and insert the tab into the buckle straint system on the front passen-...
  • Page 141 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly Toyota dealer immediately. Do not in the lock mode. When the belt is against the seat cushion and seatback, use the child restraint system until...
  • Page 142 22p040a 22p041b 22p042a 4. To remove the baby seat, press the (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION buckle–release button and allow the A convertible seat is used in forward– belt to retract completely. The belt will facing or rear–facing position depend- Push and pull the child restraint sys- move freely again and be ready to ing on the child’s age and size.
  • Page 143 22p043a 22p044 22p036d Move seat fully back A forward–facing child restraint sys- CAUTION CAUTION tem should be allowed to be put on Never put a rear–facing child re- the front seat only when it is un- Do not put a child restraint system straint system on the front passen- avoidable.
  • Page 144 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it Toyota dealer immediately. Do not or around the convertible seat following in the lock mode. When the belt is use the child restraint system until...
  • Page 145 22p048a 22p049a 22p050a 3. While pressing convertible seat 4. To remove the convertible seat, press CAUTION firmly against the seat cushion and the buckle–release button and allow the seatback, let the shoulder belt retract belt to retract completely. The belt will Push and pull the child restraint sys- as far as it will go to hold the convert- move freely again and be ready to...
  • Page 146 On vehicles with side airbags, do not allow the child to lean against the front door or around the front door even if the child is seated in the child restraint system. It is dan- 22p051a 22p052 gerous if the side airbag inflates, and the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child.
  • Page 147 Contact your is positioned across the center of Toyota dealer immediately. Do not child’s shoulder. The belt should be use the child restraint system until 22p053a kept away from child’s neck, but the seat belt is fixed.
  • Page 148 29.—Using a top strap Anchor brackets 22p054a 22p055 22p056d 2. To remove the child restraint system, Follow the procedure below for a child Use the anchor bracket on the package press the buckle–release button and restraint system that requires the use tray behind the rear seat to attach the top allow the belt to retract.
  • Page 149 22p063a 22p064c 22p065a TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET: 2. Fix the child restraint system with 3. Outside anchor brackets only— the seat belt. Replace the head restraint. 1. Outside anchor brackets only— Remove the head restraint. Latch hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top strap.
  • Page 150 —Installation with child restraint lower anchorages30. 22p076c 22p077d 22p078d The lower anchorages for the child re- straint system interfaced with FMVSS225 specification are installed in the rear seat. The anchorages are installed in the clear- ance between the seat cushion and seat- back of both outside rear seats.

  • Page 151: Tilt Steering Wheel

    31.Tilt steering wheel CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM INSTALLA- CAUTION TION Type A— When using the lower anchorages 1. Widen the clearance between for the child restraint system, be seat cushion and seatback a little sure that there are no irregular ob- and confirm the position of the low- jects around the anchorages or that 22p058d...

  • Page 152: Outside Rear View Mirrors

    32.Outside rear view mirrors— CAUTION CAUTION Do not adjust the steering wheel Do not adjust the mirror while the while the vehicle is moving. Doing vehicle is moving. Doing so may so may cause the driver to mishan- cause the driver to mishandle the ve- dle the vehicle and an accident may 22p059 hicle and an accident may occur re-...
  • Page 153 —Power rear view mirror control —Folding rear view mirrors NOTICE If ice should jam the mirror, do not operate the control or scrape the mir- ror face. Use a spray de–icer to free the mirror. 22p138 22p066 To adjust a mirror, use the switches. The rear view mirrors can be folded backward parking...

  • Page 154: Anti-Glare Inside Rear View Mirror

    33.Anti–glare inside rear view mirror 34.Vanity mirror CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the ve- 22p061 hicle and an accident may occur re- 22p062a sulting in death or serious injuries. Adjust the mirror so that you can just To use the vanity mirror, swing down see the rear of your vehicle in the mir-...
  • Page 156 SECTION – OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 35.Lights, Wipers and Defogger Headlights and turn signals ........Emergency flasherss .

  • Page 157: Headlights And Turn Signals

    36.Headlights and turn signals The lights automatically turn off when the Daytime running light system driver’s door is opened with the ignition The headlights turn on at reduced intensi- turned off. To turn them on again, turn the ty when the parking brake is released with key to the “ON”...

  • Page 158: Emergency Flasherss

    37.Emergency flashers 23p003a 23p004a 23p005 High–Low beams—For high beams, turn TURN SIGNALS To turn on the emergency flashers, the headlights on and push the lever away push the switch. To signal a turn, push the headlight/ from you (position 1). Pull the lever to- turn signal lever up or down to position All the turn signal lights will flash.

  • Page 159: Instrument Panel Light Control

    38.Instrument panel light control 39.Interior light NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the hy- brid system is not running. 23p006c 23p007c To adjust the brightness of the instru- To turn on the interior light, slide the ment panel lights, turn the dial.

  • Page 160: Personal Light

    41.Windshield wipers and 40.Personal light washer However, in the following cases, the light goes off immediately. All the doors are closed when the igni- tion key is in “ACC” or “ON” position. All the doors are closed and locked. 23P012b 23p008b When all the doors are unlocked with a key or wireless remote control simulta-...

  • Page 161: Rear Window Defogger

    42.Rear window defogger To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever Make sure you turn the defogger off when toward you and release it. the window is clear. Leaving the defogger on for a long time could cause the auxilia- If the windshield wipers are off, they will ry battery to discharge.
  • Page 162 SECTION – OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 43.Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators Fuel gauge ..........Coolant temperature indicator and warning lightss .
  • Page 163 44.Fuel gauge Depending on the ambient temperature, Low fuel level indicator light the fuel quantity is less than 45 L (11.9 gal., 9.9 lmp. gal.) even at “F”. However, this does not affect the fuel consumption and the remaining fuel ratio indicated on the gauge.
  • Page 164 At the first blinking of the light, the master The fuel system malfunctions in the fol- The indicator and warning lights indi- warning light in the instrument cluster lowing cases, so contact your Toyota cate the coolant temperature when the comes on and the message appears on dealer.
  • Page 165 Odometer and two trip meters46. If the red high coolant temperature warn- To change the meter display, quickly ing light comes on, your hybrid system is push and release the button. The meter too hot. If your vehicle overheats, stop display changes in the order from the your vehicle and allow the hybrid system odometer to trip meter A to trip meter...
  • Page 166 47.km/h or MPH button 24p005b You can switch the display between km/h and MPH by pressing the button.
  • Page 167 Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers48. If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this. If parking brake is off, stop immediately and contact Toyota dealer. (indicator and buzzer) Fasten driver’s seat belt. (indicator and buzzer) Fasten front passenger’s seat belt.
  • Page 168 If the indicator or buzzer comes on... Do this. Stop and check. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. If brake system warning light is also on, stop immedi- ately and contact Toyota dealer. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately. Close all doors.
  • Page 169 “ON” position. It is normal if it curs, immediately stop your vehicle at It is dangerous to continue driving turns off after a while. a safe place and contact your Toyota normally when the brake fluid level is dealer. Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly low.
  • Page 170 4 to 8 seconds. blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to Empty fuel tank (c) Front Passenger’s Seat Belt the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop. If the fuel tank is empty, refuel immedi- Reminder Light ately.
  • Page 171 Call a if the shifter is in N” appears on the mul- When the “ABS” warning light is on (and Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for ti–information display. (See “Service re- the brake system warning light is off), the assistance.
  • Page 172 If the “ABS” warning light remains on The warning light system monitors the air- Contact your Toyota dealer in the fol- together with the brake system warn- bag sensor assembly, front airbag sen- lowing cases:...
  • Page 173 The open door warning light should ing buzzer does not function as described (n) Key Reminder Buzzer come on. above, have it checked by your Toyota This buzzer reminds you to remove the 3. Close the door. dealer as soon as possible.
  • Page 174 49.—Multi–information display 24p006b 26p033b If an error occurs in the system, the When you change the warning display warning display screen appears. screen to other, the small warning icon is shown at the upper right of the The warning light for the faulty system screen.
  • Page 175 If the indicator comes on... Do this. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer. Stop and check. Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately.
  • Page 176 If this light comes on, take your ve- If this light comes on with the “READY” hicle to the Toyota dealer as soon as light on in case of c., stop your vehicle possible. In this case, you may feel...
  • Page 178 SECTION – OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 50.Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock ......Hybrid transaxlee .
  • Page 179 Ignition switch with steering lock51. This is the normal driving position. NOTICE “ACC”—Accessories such as the radio Do not leave the key in the “ACC” or operate, but the hybrid system is off. “ON” position for a long time when If you leave your key in the “ACC”...
  • Page 180 52.Hybrid transaxle Your hybrid transaxle has a shift lock sys- Lock release button tem to minimize the possibility of incorrect To prevent misshifting operation. This means you can only shift out of “P” position when the brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition switch in “ON”...
  • Page 181 CAUTION Be careful when downshifting on a slippery surface. Abrupt shifting could cause the vehicle to spin or 25p003 25p004b skid. (d) Backing up 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to the “R”...
  • Page 182 If the driver’s door is opened when the (f) Vehicle driving characteristics The operation is the same as an ordinary the “READY” light is on and the the selec- gasoline powered vehicle. Creeping tor lever is at a position other than “P” You may experience the following condi- In order to hold the vehicle properly on an with the parking brake applied, you will...
  • Page 183 53.Parking brake Hybrid driving When parking, firmly apply the parking brake to avoid inadvertent creeping. This vehicle runs in combination with the gasoline engine and electric motor. To set: Fully depress the parking brake pedal. For better holding power, first de- If the “READY”...
  • Page 184 54.Cruise control The cruise control allows you to cruise the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 km/h (25 mph) even with your foot off the accelerator pedal. Your cruising speed can be maintained up or down grades within the limits of hybrid 25p006 25p007 system...
  • Page 185 Toyota deal- The indicator light flashes again. er at the earliest opportunity. The indicator light goes out after it comes on. If this is the case, contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle inspected.
  • Page 186 SECTION – OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 55.Multi–information display Reference ..........Before using the multi–information displayy .
  • Page 187 Reference 1. Multi–information display (See page 113 for details.) 2. “DISPLAY” button display adjustment screen shown. (See page 117 for details.) 3. “INFO” button The information menu screen is shown. (See page 115 for details.) 4. “AUDIO” button The audio operation screen is shown. (See page 120 for details.) The “MAP”, “DEST”...
  • Page 188 Operate the multi–information display with the ignition switch on. When the ignition switch is turned to “ON”, the initial “TOYOTA” screen appears and the system begins operating. After a few seconds, the previous mode display will appear. If the electrical power source has been disconnected from the multi–information...
  • Page 189 59.Functions 26p027b 26p026a 24p007a 1. Trip information and Screen transi- 2. Adjustment 3. Audio tion The contrast and brightness on the screen The radio and cassette tape operations Fuel consumption and energy monitor on are adjusted. For details, see page 117. are available.
  • Page 190 60.Information 24p006b 26p009a 26p027b 4. Warning display Push the “INFO” button to display the Trip information: The energy monitor and “Information Menu” screen. fuel consumption screen are selected. The warning symbol for the faulty system is highlighted. For details, see page 99. Screen transition: The screen transition screen is shown.
  • Page 191 —Trip information 4. Indicates the average fuel consumption after being reset. To reset, touch the “Reset” switch. 26p038c 26p039b Energy monitor screen Fuel consumption screen Touch the “Energy” switch. Vehicle driving Touch the “Consumption” switch. Average condition, hybrid system operating condi- fuel consumption, momentary fuel con- tion and energy recovery condition are sumption...
  • Page 192 —Screen transition 61.Adjustment 26p030a 26p024 26p026a The function returning to the previous Push the “DISPLAY” button to display Contrast and brightness adjustment screen from the audio screen is select- the “Display” screen. CONTRAST “+”: able. Select “ON” or “OFF” and then Strengthens the contrast of the screen.
  • Page 193 62.Outside temperature display 26P051 26p046a Depending on the position of the head- The outside temperature is shown rang- light switch, the screen changes to the ing from –30_C (–22_F) up to 50_C day mode or night mode. (122_F) at the upper right of the energy consumption or energy monitor screen.
  • Page 194 SECTION – OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 63.Car audio system Reference ..........Using your audio systemm .

  • Page 195: Reference

    (See page 130 for details.) 9. Tape mode button (See page 128 for details.) 10. Radio function button (See page 122 for details.) Use the “DISC” switch in case you have compact disc automatic changer installed at Toyota dealer.

  • Page 196: Using Your Audio Systemm

    65.Using your audio system— —Some basics This section describes some of the basic 67.VOLUME CONTROL features on Toyota audio systems. Some To adjust the volume, turn the “VOL”. information may not pertain to your sys- YOUR RADIO ANTENNA tem. To remove an antenna on the roof, care- Your audio system works when the ignition fully turn it counterclockwise.

  • Page 197: Radio Operation

    69.Radio operation YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER When you insert a cassette, the exposed tape should be to the right. NOTICE 26p016a 26p002a Do not oil any part of the player and do not insert anything other than cas- sette tapes into the slot, or the tape player may be damaged.
  • Page 198 26p003a 26p017a 26p053 Push the “ TUNE ” button on either Your radio automatically changes to stereo (b) Presetting a station72. side to step up the station band or to reception when a stereo broadcast is re- 1. Tune in the desired station. step down.71.
  • Page 199 26p003a 26p053 26p018 (c) Selecting a station 73.Preset tuning: Touch the switch (1–6) 75.Scan tuning: Push the “SCAN” button for the station you want. The switch is touch the “SCAN” switch briefly. Tune in the desired station using one of highlighted in green.
  • Page 200 Preset scan tuning: Push the “SCAN” button or touch the “SCAN” switch and hold it until you hear a beep. “P.SCAN” appears on the display. The radio will tune in the next preset station up or down the band, stay there for a few seconds, and 26p019a 26p013a then move to the next preset station.
  • Page 201 After the traffic announcement program is If in one program type, more than 6 sta- over, “TRAF” display turns off and the tions are found, the 6 stations are preset display returns to the previous mode. in the order of the lower frequency. Each time you push the “...
  • Page 202 26p041a 26p042a 26p043a (f) Emergency broadcast (g) Radio text message If a new message is received with the first text message on the display, “MSG” If an emergency broadcast is received If “MSG” appears during FM reception, appears on the corner of the screen during reception of other than AM broad- touching the “MSG”...

  • Page 203: Cassette Tape Player Operation

    77.Cassette tape player operation If 3 messages are already stored in memory, the oldest message will be over- written by the new message. To recall a radio text message, touch the “RECALL” switch. Each time you touch the switch, the display returns to the previous 26p021 26p032 mode.
  • Page 204 If a tape rewinds completely, the cassette player will stop and then play the same side. If a tape fast forwards completely, the cassette player will play the other side of the tape using the auto–reverse feature. 26p022a 26p023a 82.Dolbyr Noise Reduction* feature (b) Manual program selection83.84.
  • Page 205 88.“SKIP” switch: Use it for fast forward past long stretches of blank tape. This is especially useful at the end of cassettes. Touch the “SKIP” switch. The letters light up on the “SKIP” switch. The cassette player will keep track of how much blank 26p005a 26p052 space it plays.

  • Page 206: Car Audio System Operating Hints

    89.Car audio system operating hints CARING FOR YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER Avoid using cassettes with a total play- NOTICE AND TAPES ing time longer than 100 minutes (50 minutes per side). The tape used in To ensure correct audio system op- For the best performance for your cas- these cassettes is thin and could get erations:...
  • Page 208 SECTION – OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 90.Air conditioning system Controls ........... Air flow selector settingss .
  • Page 209 Controls91. 1. Air intake selector 2. Air flow selector 3. Temperature selector (in degrees Fahr- enheit or Centigrade) 4. Fan speed selector 5. Air conditioning on–off buttons 27P001e...
  • Page 210 “AUTO” position (for fan speed) If you want to return the setting to RE- CIRCULATE mode, press the air intake For automatic operation of the air condi- selector button once again. tioning, turn the fan speed selector knob to “AUTO” position. Press the “A/C”...
  • Page 211 To prevent fogging up of the windshield, the air intake mode may change automati- cally to FRESH depending on the condi- tion of the air conditioning system. 2–way air intake control To improve fuel economy, “Fresh” mode 27p003a 27p004b control changes when the air intake se- lector is set in “Fresh”...
  • Page 212 If this happens, take your ve- 2. If you feel still hot with the “A/C” but- hicle to your Toyota dealer for service. ton on, push the “MAX” button also. After the compartment cools, turn off the “MAX” mode only.
  • Page 213 Air flow selector settings92. Operating tips93. To cool off your Toyota after it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly.
  • Page 214 If following another vehicle on a dusty Heating Air conditioning road, or driving in windy and dusty For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: conditions, it is recommended that the air intake selector be temporarily set to Fan speed—“AUTO”...
  • Page 215 Instrument panel vents94. Defogging Defrosting The inside of the windshield The outside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: Fan speed—“AUTO” Fan speed— “AUTO” Temperature—Towards high temperature Temperature—Towards high temperature 27p006 to heat; Air intake—FRESH (outside air) low temperature to cool Air flow—WINDSHIELD...
  • Page 216 SECTION – OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 95.Other equipment Clock ............Power outlett .

  • Page 217: Clock

    96.Clock 97.Power outlet z Close the power outlet lid when the power outlet is not in use. Inserting a foreign object other than the ap- propriate plug that fits the outlet, or allowing any liquid into the out- let may cause electrical failure or 28p009c 28p010 short circuits.

  • Page 218: Rear Console Box

    Glove box99. Auxiliary boxes100. 98.Rear console box 28p002 On the instrument panel To use the rear console box, open as To open the glove box, pull the lever. shown in the illustration. CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep...

  • Page 219: Cup Holders

    Cup holders101. The cup holder is designed for holding cups or drink–cans securely. To use the cup holder, open the lid. 28p004 28p005a On the front side of console box Front To use the box, open the lid. CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, 28p006a always keep the auxiliary box closed...

  • Page 220: Floor Mat

    Floor mat102. CAUTION Do not place anything else other than cups or drink–cans on the cup holder, such items 28p014 thrown about in the compartment 28p007a and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in an accident. To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop while driving, keep the cup...
  • Page 221 28p008b CAUTION Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor carpet. If the floor slips and interferes with movement of the pedals during driv- ing, it may cause an accident.
  • Page 222 SECTION – DO–IT–YOURSELF MAINTENANCE 148.Introduction Engine compartment overview ....... Fuse locations .

  • Page 223: Engine Compartment Overview

    149.Engine compartment overview 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Fuse blocks 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Engine oil filler cap 5. Inverter reservoir tank 6. Windshield washer fluid tank 7. Radiator and condenser 8. Engine oil level dipstick 9. Auxiliary battery 81p001f...

  • Page 224: Fuse Locations

    150.Fuse locations 81p003a 81p005a 81p002b 81p004a 81p006b...

  • Page 225: Do-It-Yourself Service Precautions

    Read separate compartment—the engine, radiator, will automatically start to run if the Toyota Warranty statement for details and engine coolant temperature is high exhaust manifold and spark plug suggestions. boots, etc.—will be hot. So be care- and/or the air conditioning is on.
  • Page 226 z Be careful not to scratch the glass NOTICE Used engine oil contains potentially surface with the wiper frame. harmful contaminants which z Remember that batteries and igni- cause skin disorders such as in- z When closing the hood, check to tion cable carry high currents or flammation or skin cancer, so care see that you have not forgotten any...

  • Page 227: Positioning The Jack

    152.Positioning the jack When jacking up your vehicle with the Do not raise the vehicle with some- jack, position jack correctly as one in the vehicle. shown in the illustrations. When raising the vehicle, do not place any objects on top of or un- CAUTION derneath the jack.

  • Page 228: Parts And Tools

    CHECKING BRAKE FLUID Tools: need on performing do–it–yourself mainte- Parts (if level is low): Funnel nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de- SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 REPLACING LIGHT BULBS signed in metric sizes, so your tools must brake fluid be metric.
  • Page 230 SECTION – DO–IT–YOURSELF MAINTENANCE 154.Engine and Chassis Checking the engine oil level ....... . . Checking the coolant level .
  • Page 231 Checking the engine oil level155. 4. Pull the dipstick out and look at the oil NOTICE level while holding a rag under the Low level Full level end. z Be careful not to spill the engine oil on the vehicle components. CAUTION z Avoid overfilling, or the hybrid sys- tem could be damaged.
  • Page 232 156.ENGINE OIL SELECTION If SAE 5W–30 oil is not available, SAE 10W–30 oil may be used. However, it “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is filled in should be replaced with SAE 5W–30 at your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved the next oil change.

  • Page 233: Checking The Coolant Level

    “Toyota Genuine Motor radiator, hoses, radiator cap and drain Oil” range. cock and water pump. If you can find no leak, have your Toyota dealer test the cap pressure and check for leaks in the cooling system.
  • Page 234 We recommend to use 50% solution for CAUTION your Toyota, to provide protection down to about –35 C (–31 F). When it is extremely To prevent burning yourself, do not cold, to provide protection down to about remove the radiator cap when the en- –50 C (–58 F), 60% solution is recom-...

  • Page 235: Checking The Radiator And Condenser

    If the level is low, add SAE J1703 or dirty or you are not sure of their condi- FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 brake fluid to tion, take your vehicle to Toyota dealer. the brake reservoir. Refilling brake fluid: CAUTION 1.

  • Page 236: Checking And Replacing The Air Conditioning Filter

    Checking and replacing the air conditioning filter161. NOTICE If you spill the fluid, be sure to wipe it off to prevent it from damaging the parts or painting. 82p006a 27p007 The air conditioning filter may clog af- 1. Open the glove box. Turn and pull ter long use.
  • Page 237 4. Install the filter and filter case in the reverse order of removal. Set the filter in the filter case correctly. INFORMATION 82p008a 82p009a The air filter should be installed prop- erly in position. The use of air condi- tioning with the air filter removed may cause deteriorated dustproof per- formance and then affect air condi- tioning performance.

  • Page 238: Checking Tire Pressure

    The passenger and luggage tire life and make your vehicle less safe weight should be located so that the to drive. vehicle is balanced. If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.

  • Page 239: Checking And Replacing Tires

    Tires deteriorate with age even if they place the tires. have never or seldom been used. The tires on your Toyota have built–in This also applies to the spare tire and tread wear indicators to help you know tires stored for future use.

  • Page 240: Rotating Tires

    Toyota recommends all four tires, or at least both front or rear tires be re- tions. placed as a set.

  • Page 241: Installing Snow Tires And Chains

    Toyota. Mark the direction of rotation and be sure Do not use tires other than those men- to install them in the same direction when tioned above.

  • Page 242: Replacing Wheels

    Correct replacement wheels are available avoid losing control of the vehicle. If wheel covers are used, they will be at your Toyota dealer. Otherwise an accident may occur. scratched by the chain band, so remove A wheel of a different size or type may the covers before putting on the chains.

  • Page 243: Aluminum Wheel Precautions

    1600 km (1000 miles). for a tubeless tire. When using tire chains, be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels. Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and wrench designed for your aluminum wheels. When balancing your wheels, use only Toyota balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer.
  • Page 244 SECTION – DO–IT–YOURSELF MAINTENANCE 168.Electrical components Checking auxiliary battery condition ......Auxiliary battery recharging precautionss .

  • Page 245: Checking Auxiliary Battery Condition

    Checking auxiliary battery condition—169. —Checking auxiliary battery —Precautions exterior CAUTION EMERGENCY MEASURES Terminals If electrolyte gets in your eyes, AUXILIARY BATTERY PRECAUTIONS flush your eyes with clean water and get immediate medical atten- When the auxiliary battery must be replaced, use the Prius designated tion.

  • Page 246: Auxiliary Battery Recharging Precautionss

    Auxiliary battery recharging 171.Checking and replacing precautions170. fuses During recharging, the battery is pro- NOTICE ducing hydrogen gas. Type A z Be sure the hybrid system and all Therefore, before recharging: accessories are off before perform- 1. If recharging with the battery installed ing maintenance.
  • Page 247 The location of the pull–out there is a problem with the electrical sys- tool is shown in the illustration. tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as soon as possible. If you are not sure whether the fuse has...

  • Page 248: Adding Washer Fluid

    However, in cold areas where tempera- tures range below freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze. This product is available at your Toyota dealer and most auto parts stores. Follow the manufacturer’s directions for how much to mix with water.
  • Page 249 21/5 inside of the lense, or if there is water Back–up lights pooled inside light, contact your License plate lights — Toyota dealer. High mounted stop- 9419 light 1. Open the hood. Interior light — RIGHT–HAND HEADLIGHT: Remove Personal light —...
  • Page 250 83p011 83p013 83p014 Removing clip 2. Unplug the connector. Remove the 3. Release the bulb retaining spring rubber cover. and remove the bulb along with the socket. Install a new bulb into the If the connector is tight, wiggle it. socket and return the bulb retaining spring to its original position.
  • Page 251 Aiming is not necessary after replacing LEFT–HAND FRONT TURN SIGNAL: Re- the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- move the upper part of the washer fluid 83p017 essary, contact your Toyota dealer. reservoir while pinching the lever.
  • Page 252 —Rear turn signal, stop/tail and back–up lights 83P011 83p018 83p023 Removing clip 83p012 83p019 83p029 Installing clip...
  • Page 253 —High mounted stoplight 83p025 83p005 83p007 a: Tail light Use a flat–bladed screwdriver. Use a flat–bladed screwdriver. b: Rear turn signal light c: Back–up light d: Stop/tail light 83p006 83p008 Use a Phillips–head screwdriver.
  • Page 254 —License plate lights 83p026 83p028a Remove the cover clips. 83p027...
  • Page 256 Owner’s Warranty Information...
  • Page 257 Table of Contents Introduction Satisfaction Down the Road Transportation Assistance If You Need Assistance Warranty Coverages at a Glance Your Warranties in Detail General Warranty Provisions New Vehicle Limited Warranty Federal Emission Control Warranty California Emission Control Warranty Tire Limited Warranty Your Responsibilities Operation and Maintenance Obtaining Warranty Service...

  • Page 258: Satisfaction Down The Road

    Our excellent warranty coverage is evidence that we stand behind the ence. We want you to be a satisfied member of the Toyota family for — —...

  • Page 259: Transportation Assistance

    Vehicle Limited Warranty. The policy applies to all 2003 model-year Toyota. We also know how disruptive the loss of transportation Toyotas sold and serviced by authorized Toyota dealerships in the can be to your daily routine.

  • Page 260: If You Need Assistance

    In most cases, a satisfactory Step 3 solution can be reached at this step. If your concern has still not been resolved to your satisfaction, Toyota Step 2 offers additional assistance through the Dispute Settlement Program,...
  • Page 261 (800)331-4331. P.O. Box 561109 Dallas, TX 75356-1109 If you would like to request a customer claim form, call the Toyota Customer Assistance Center at (800)331-4331. When you call, please have your vehicle identification number, the current mileage on your Toyota and the names of your selling and servicing dealerships.

  • Page 262: Warranty Coverages At A Glance

    Warranty Coverages at a Glance New Vehicle Limited Warranty Basic 36 months / 36,000 miles Powertrain 60 months / 60,000 miles Restraint Systems 60 months / 60,000 miles Corrosion Perforation 60 months / Unlimited miles months Emission Control Warranty 24 months / 24,000 miles Performance Specific Components 96 months / 80,000 miles...
  • Page 263 General Warranty Provisions Who Is the Warrantor When Warranty Begins The warrantor for these limited warranties is Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., The warranty period begins on the vehicle’s in-service date, which is the Inc. (“Toyota”), 19001 South Western Avenue, Torrance, California first date the vehicle is either delivered to an ultimate purchaser, leased, 90509-2991, a California corporation.
  • Page 264 General Warranty Provisions Limitations The performance of necessary repairs and adjustments is the exclusive remedy under these warranties or any implied warranties. Toyota does not authorize any person to create for it any other obligation or liability in connection with this vehicle.

  • Page 265: Basic Warranty

    This warranty covers repairs and adjustments needed to correct defects in gears and gaskets, timing chain/belt and cover, flywheel, valve covers, materials or workmanship of any part supplied by Toyota, subject to the oil pan, oil pump, engine mounts, turbocharger housing and all internal exceptions indicated under “What Is Not Covered”...
  • Page 266 This warranty covers repairs needed to correct defects in materials or that develops perforation from corrosion (rust-through), subject to the workmanship of any seatbelt or air bag system supplied by Toyota, exceptions indicated under “What Is Not Covered” on pages 11–12.
  • Page 267 Lack of or improper maintenance, including use of fluids other than those specified in the Owner’s Manual Maintenance Expense Maintenance Expense • Installation of non-Genuine Toyota Parts Normal maintenance services such as: Normal maintenance services such as: • Airborne chemicals, tree sap, road debris (including stone chips), •...
  • Page 268 Toyota does not authorize any person to create for it any other obligation or liability in connection with this vehicle. Toyota shall not be liable Salvage or Total-Loss Vehicles for incidental or consequential damages resulting from breach of Any vehicle that has ever been issued a “salvage”...

  • Page 269: Dispute Resolution

    New Vehicle Limited Warranty DISPUTE RESOLUTION If a dispute arises regarding your warranty coverage, please follow the steps described under “If You Need Assistance” on pages 4–5. Please note that you must use the Dispute Settlement Program before seeking remedies through a court action pursuant to the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.

  • Page 270: Federal Emission Control Warranty

    Under the terms of the Emission Performance Warranty and federal regulations, Toyota will make all necessary repairs if both of the Federal regulations require that this warranty be in effect for two years following occur: or 24,000 miles from the vehicle’s in-service date, whichever occurs...

  • Page 271: Air Induction System

    Federal Emission Control Warranty WHAT IS NOT COVERED WARRANTY PARTS LIST These warranty obligations do not apply to failures or non-compliance Air/Fuel Metering System caused by: • Air/fuel ratio feedback control system • The use of replacement parts not certified in accordance with •...
  • Page 272 Federal Emission Control Warranty Evaporative Control System Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) System • • Charcoal canister Oil filler cap • • Diaphragm valve PCV valve or orifice • Fuel filler cap Other Parts Used in Above Systems • Fuel tank •...
  • Page 273 Owner’s Manual and the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. your vehicle’s emission control systems, Toyota recommends the use of Toyota will not deny a warranty claim solely because you do not have Genuine Toyota Parts when servicing or repairing the systems.
  • Page 274 Washington, D.C. 20460 charge. The only exceptions allowed are when you request or agree to a delay, or a delay is caused by factors beyond the control of Toyota or the Vehicles equipped with a California Certified Emission Control System dealership.
  • Page 275 3) We have performed all emission control system preparations required referred to in Paragraph 4 and furnished with the vehicle is solely that by Toyota prior to the sale of the vehicle as set forth in Toyota’s cur- of the manufacturer.

  • Page 276: California Emission Control Warranty

    CARB regulations require passes the test. This is your Emission Control System PERFORMANCE that Toyota must warrant the emission control system on your vehicle for WARRANTY. the time periods indicated on this page, provided there has been no •...
  • Page 277 Limited Warranty also apply to this warranty. reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. You should also be aware that Toyota may deny you warranty coverage if your vehicle or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper main- tenance or unapproved modifications.
  • Page 278 California Emission Control Warranty PARTS LIST: LONG-TERM EMISSION DEFECT WARRANTY The parts listed here are covered for seven years or 70,000 miles from Catalyst System the vehicle’s in-service date, whichever occurs first. • Catalytic converter (warm-up three-way catalyst) • Exhaust center pipe on Avalon, Corolla Matrix 4WD, Highlander Air/Fuel Metering System equipped with 1MZ-FE, Tacoma and Tundra equipped with 5VZ-FE •...

  • Page 279: Ignition System

    Owner’s Manual and the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. • Charcoal canister on Highlander, Land Cruiser and 4Runner Toyota will not deny a warranty claim solely because you do not have • Fuel tank records to show that you maintained your vehicle. However, any failure...
  • Page 280 The only exceptions allowed are when you request or agree to If you use replacement parts that have maintenance or replacement a delay, or a delay is caused by factors beyond the control of Toyota or schedules different from those of Genuine Toyota Parts, you must follow the dealership.
  • Page 281 REPAIR DELAYS IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS If a Toyota dealership is unable to complete repairs on your vehicle If you have questions or concerns about your vehicle’s California emis- within 30 days, you may have the repairs made under Toyota’s sion warranty coverage, please follow the steps described under “If You...

  • Page 282: Tire Limited Warranty

    (Refer to your local phone directory for dealer Continental General Tire Toyo Tire (U.S.A.) Corporation locations.) Your Toyota dealer may also be able to assist you in obtaining 1800 Continental Blvd. 6261 Katella Ave., Ste. 2B warranty service from the manufacturer.

  • Page 283: General Information

    You can be confident you’re getting the best possible service for your Toyota will not deny a warranty claim solely because you do not have vehicle when you take it to a Toyota dealership. Plus, a Toyota dealer- records to show that you maintained your vehicle.
  • Page 284 Warranty coverage is not dependent upon the use of any particular brand of replacement parts. However, Toyota recommends using only Genuine Toyota Parts when you need to replace a part on your vehicle. Like all Toyota products, Genuine Toyota Parts are built to the highest standards of quality, durability and performance.
  • Page 285 Obtaining Warranty Service BY GEOGRAPHIC REGION EMERGENCY REPAIRS If your vehicle is inoperable or unsafe to drive and there is no Toyota In the United States, U.S. Territories dealership reasonably available to make repairs, you may perform the and Canada repairs yourself or have them performed by another automotive service To obtain warranty service in the United States, U.S.
  • Page 286 Notes...
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  • Page 290 (optional; for Toyota customer reference only) Assistance Center at This information is obtained solely for the use of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (800) 331-4331. Toyota occasionally sends special promotional offers to registered owners. Check here if you prefer not to receive these offers.

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