Toyota Prius C 2014 User manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before driving
Information on the hybrid system and adjusting and op-
erating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steer-
ing column.
2When driving Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior
features
Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and care
Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arises
What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specifications Detailed vehicle information.
7For owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, seat belt and
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners.
Index Alphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid system features ........ 24
Hybrid system
precautions ........................ 29
Energy monitor/
consumption screen........... 35
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .... 42
1-2. Key information
Keys ..................................... 44
1-3. Opening, closing and
locking the doors
Smart key system................. 47
Wireless remote control ....... 61
Side doors ............................ 65
Back door ............................. 71
1-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ........................... 76
Rear seats............................ 77
Head restraints..................... 81
Seat belts ............................. 84
Steering wheel ..................... 93
Anti-glare inside rear view
mirror.................................. 94
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 96
1-5. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows .................... 98
Moon roof ........................... 101
1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap.................................... 105
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system............. 110
Theft prevention labels ....... 113
1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture ....... 114
SRS airbags ....................... 116
Front passenger occupant
classification system......... 130
Child restraint systems ....... 136
Installing child restraints ..... 140
2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle .............. 150
Engine (ignition) switch....... 160
Power (ignition) switch........ 164
EV drive mode .................... 172
Hybrid transmission ............ 175
Turn signal lever ................. 178
Parking brake ..................... 179
Horn.................................... 180
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2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ............ 181
Indicators and warning
lights ................................. 184
Multi-information display ..... 187
2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch.................. 204
Fog light switch ................... 208
Windshield wipers and
washer .............................. 210
Rear window wiper and
washer .............................. 214
2-4. Using other driving
systems
Cruise control...................... 217
Driving assist systems ........ 221
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ............. 226
Vehicle load limits ............... 230
Winter driving tips ............... 231
Trailer towing ...................... 235
Dinghy towing ..................... 236
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air
conditioning system.......... 238
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror
defoggers ......................... 247
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types ............ 248
Using the radio ................... 254
Using the CD player ........... 256
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs ....................... 261
Operating an iPod .............. 268
Operating a USB
memory ............................ 276
Optimal use of the audio
system.............................. 284
Using the AUX port............. 287
Using the steering wheel
audio switches.................. 288
3-3. Using the Bluetooth®
audio system
Bluetooth®audio/phone ..... 291
Using the Bluetooth®
audio/phone ..................... 295
Operating a Bluetooth®
enabled portable player.... 300
Making a phone call ........... 303
Using the “SET UP” menu
(“Bluetooth” menu) ........... 308
Using the “SET UP” menu
(“Phone” menu) ................ 314
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3-4. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ................. 321
• Interior lights/
personal lights.................. 322
3-5. Using the storage features
List of storage features....... 324
• Glove box......................... 325
• Console box ..................... 325
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 327
• Cup holders...................... 329
• Bottle holders ................... 330
3-6. Other interior features
Sun visors .......................... 332
Vanity mirrors ..................... 333
Outside temperature
display.............................. 334
Power outlet ....................... 336
Seat heaters....................... 337
Coat hooks ......................... 339
Assist grips......................... 340
Floor mat ............................ 341
Luggage cover ................... 343
4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 346
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 349
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements .................... 352
General maintenance ......... 355
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 359
4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions....................... 360
Hood ................................... 364
Positioning a floor jack........ 366
Engine compartment .......... 368
12-volt battery..................... 379
Tires.................................... 384
Tire inflation pressure ......... 392
Wheels................................ 396
Air conditioning filter ........... 399
Wireless remote control/
electronic key battery ....... 401
Checking and replacing
fuses................................. 404
Light bulbs .......................... 415
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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ............ 428
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ........................... 429
If you think something
is wrong ............................ 436
5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds .............................. 437
If a warning message is
displayed........................... 447
If you have a flat tire............ 463
If the hybrid system will
not start............................. 475
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P.................... 477
If you lose your keys ........... 478
If the electronic key does
not operate properly.......... 479
If the vehicle 12-volt battery
is discharged..................... 481
If your vehicle overheats..... 487
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................. 492
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency ........................ 493
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 496
Fuel information.................. 506
Tire information .................. 509
6-2. Customization
Customizable features........ 522
Items to initialize................. 528
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ................ 530
Seat belt instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French)........................ 531
SRS airbag instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French)........................ 533
Abbreviation list......................... 544
Alphabetical index ..................... 546
What to do if... ........................... 558
5When trouble arises 6Vehicle specifications
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Pictorial index Exterior
Outside rear view mirrors
P. 96
Front turn signal lights P. 178
Front side marker lights
P. 204
Hood P. 364
Front fog lights ∗P. 208
Side turn signal lights
P. 178
Parking lights P. 204
Headlights (low beam) P. 204 Headlights (high beam) and
daytime running lights P. 204
Windshield wipers P. 210

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Tires
●Rotation
●Replacement
●Inflation pressure
●Information
P. 384
P. 463
P. 392
P. 509
∗: If equipped
Back door P. 71
Side doors P. 65
Rear window defogger P. 247
License plate lights P. 204
Rear window wiper ∗ P. 214
Rear turn signal lights P. 178
Tail and rear side
marker lights P. 204
Fuel filler door P. 105

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Pictorial index Interior
SRS driver airbag P. 116
Front seats
SRS seat cushion
airbags
P. 76
P. 116
SRS side airbags P. 116
SRS front passenger
airbag P. 116
Luggage cover ∗ P. 343
Seat belts
P. 84
Head restraints
P. 81
Power window
switches ∗ P. 98 SRS driver knee
airbag P. 116
Console box ∗
Auxiliary box ∗
Cup holder
P. 325
P. 327
P. 329
Rear seats P. 77

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∗: If equipped
Anti-glare inside rear
view mirror P. 94
Vanity mirrors P. 333
SRS curtain shield
airbags P. 116
A
Moon roof switches ∗ P. 101
Sun visors P. 332
Interior lights
Personal lights
P. 322
P. 322
Coat hooks ∗ P. 339
Microphone
P. 296
Assist grips P. 340

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Pictorial index Interior
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Power window switches P. 98
Bottle holders P. 330
Door lock switch P. 65
Window lock switch P. 98
Type A
Inside door lock buttons P. 66
Power window switches P. 98
Bottle holders P. 330
Door lock switch P. 65
Window lock switch P. 98
Type B
Inside door lock buttons P. 66

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Hybrid transmission shift lever
P. 175
Parking brake lever P. 179
“ECO MODE” switch
P. 176
“EV MODE” switch
P. 172
Seat heater switches ∗ P. 337 Shift lock override button P. 477
∗: If equipped
Cup holders P. 329

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Pictorial index Instrument panel
Hood lock release lever P. 364
Gauges and meters
Multi-information display
P. 181
P. 187
Glove box
P. 325
Fuel filler door opener P. 105
Tire pressure warning reset switch P. 385
AUX port/USB port
P. 268, 276, 287
Power outlet P. 336
Power (ignition) switch (vehicles with
a smart key system) P. 160
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever P. 93
Audio system ∗
Display Audio system ∗, *
P. 248
Emergency flasher switch P. 428
Headlight switch P. 204
Turn signal lever P. 178
Fog light switch ∗P. 208
Floor mat P. 341
Cord hook P. 272
Windshield wiper and washer switch
Rear window wiper and washer switch ∗
P. 210
P. 214

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Rear window defogger button ∗
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defogger button ∗
P. 247
P. 247
Air conditioning system P. 238
∗: If equipped
*: Refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual”.

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Pictorial index Instrument panel
Cruise control switch ∗P. 217
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without a smart key
system) P. 160
Audio remote control
switches P. 288
Talk switch ∗, *1
Telephone switches ∗, *2P. 296
Horn P. 180
Climate remote control switches P. 243
“DISP” switch P. 188
“TRIP” switch P. 188

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Outside rear view mirror switches P. 96
Instrument panel light control dial P. 182
∗: If equipped
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: Refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual”.
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: For vehicles with a Display Audio system, refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual”.

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For your information
Main Owner’s Manual
Please note that this manual applies to all models and all equipment, includ-
ing options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not
installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing.
However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we
reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ
from your vehicle in terms of equipment.
Noise from under vehicle after turning off the hybrid system
Approximately five hours after the hybrid system is turned off, you may hear
sound coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound
of a fuel evaporation leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota
vehicles are currently available on the market. You should know that Toyota
does not warrant these products and is not responsible for their
performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to,
or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products.
Modification with non-genuine Toyota products could affect its performance,
safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In
addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification
may not be covered under warranty.

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Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
The installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect
electronic systems such as:
●Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
●Cruise control system
●Anti-lock brake system
●SRS airbag system
●Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or spe-
cial instructions regarding installation of a mobile two-way radio system.
High voltage parts and cables on the hybrid vehicles emit approximately the
same amount of electromagnetic waves as the conventional gasoline pow-
ered vehicles or home electronic appliances despite of their electromagnetic
shielding.
Unwanted noise may occur in the reception of the mobile two-way radio.

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Vehicle data recordings
Your Toyota is equipped with several sophisticated computers that will record
certain data, such as:
• Engine speed
•Electric motor speed (traction motor speed)
• Accelerator status
• Brake status
• Vehicle speed
• Shift position
• Hybrid battery (traction battery) status
The recorded data varies according to the vehicle grade level and options
with which it is equipped. Furthermore, these computers do not record con-
versations, sounds or pictures.
●Data usage
Toyota may use the data recorded in these computers to diagnose malfunc-
tions, conduct research and development, and improve quality.
Toy ota
will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except:
• With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the lessee if
the vehicle is leased
• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a govern-
ment agency
• For use by Toyota in a law suit
• For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or
vehicle owner
Event data recorder
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main pur-
pose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations,
such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist
in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed
to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short
period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.