Toyota Prius C 2018 User manual

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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

PRIUS c
2018
This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle
operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental
operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main
equipment quickly and easily.
The Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for
the Owner’s Manual located in your vehicle’s glove box. We
strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and
supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding
of your vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.
Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor North
America, Inc. wish you many years of satisfi ed driving in your
new Prius c.
A word about safe vehicle operations
This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of Prius coperations.
Every Prius cowner should review the Owner’s Manual that accompanies this
vehicle.
Pay special attention to the boxed information highlighted in color throughout
the Owner’s Manual. Each box contains safe operating instructions to help you
avoid injury or equipment malfunction.
All information in this Quick Reference Guide is current at the time of printing.
Toyota reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.
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OVERVIEWFEATURES & OPERATIONSTOYOTA SAFETY SENSESAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
INDEX
Engine maintenance 9
Fuel tank door release & cap 7
Hood release 8
Indicator symbols 4-5
Instrument cluster 4
Instrument panel 2-3
Instrument panel light control 8
Keyless entry1,2 6
Smart Key system1,2 7
1Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.
2Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and more information.
OVERVIEW
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
Audio 18
Auto lock/unlock1,2 17
Automatic air conditioning/heating 16
Clock 22
Cruise control 20
Drive mode 11
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) 23
Hybrid Synergy Drive System 10
Hybrid transmission 11
Lights1,2 & turn signals 15
Moonroof 17
Multi-Information Display (MID)121
Parking brake 20
Power outlet-12V DC 18
Rear view monitor system 23
Seat adjustments-Front 12
Seat-Folding down rear seat 13
Seat heaters 16
Seats-Head restraints 12
Steering wheel switches 19
Telephone controls (Bluetooth®) 22
Tilt & telescopic steering wheel 21
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)/
TRAC OFF switch 23
USB/AUX port 19
Windows-Power 13
Windshield wipers & washers 14
Door locks 31
Floor mat installation 33
Rear door child safety locks 31
Seat belts 30
Spare tire & tools 31
Star Safety System™ 32-33
Tire Pressure Monitoring
(warning) System (TPMS) 30
BLUETOOTH®DEVICE
PAIRING SECTION 34-43
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE™ C (TSS-C)
Automatic High Beams (AHB) 29
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) 27-28
Pre-Collision System (PCS) 25-26
Quick overview-
Toyota Safety Sense™ C (TSS-C) 24
Sensors 24

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OVERVIEW
Instrument panel
Steering wheel controls
Steering wheel
audio controls2
Meter control switches
Telephone
controls2
Voice command
switch2
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release
Automatic High Beam (AHB) switch
Power rearview mirror controls
Instrument cluster light control dial
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) switch
Pre-Collision System (PCS) switch
Hood lock release lever
Fuel tank door opener
Headlight/turn signal and fog light1controls Wiper and washer controls
Power button (Smart Key)1
Tire Pressure Monitoring
(warning) System reset button
Cruise control switch1

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LOWER CENTER CONSOLE SWITCHES
1If equipped.
2For details, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual” and “2018 Entune™ Audio
Quick Reference Guide.”
Air conditioning/heating controls
“EV MODE” drive switch
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) OFF switch
“ECO MODE” drive switch
Seat heater controls1
Audio system2or audio/navigation system1,2
12V DC power outlet
Instrument cluster
Emergency flasher button
USB/AUX port

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OVERVIEW
Instrument cluster
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2, 2018Owner’s
Manual.
Service indicators and reminders
Brake system warning1
Brake system warning light (yellow indicator)1
Cruise control2/cruise control “SET” indicators2
Electric power steering system warning1
Eco Mode indicator
EV Drive Mode indicator
EV drive indicator
Airbag SRS warning1
Anti-lock Brake System warning1
Automatic High Beam (AHB) indicator1a
Arrow direction indicates fuel tank door position
Speedometer
Outside temperature
Average fuel consumption
Clock
Transmission shift
position indicator
Fuel gauge
Multi-Information Display
Indicator symbols
Odometer/trip meter

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Turn signal indicator
Immobilizer system indicator2
Seat belt reminder
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
1If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting Hybrid System, there may be a
malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
2If equipped.
READY indicator
Front fog light indicator2
Pre-Collision System (PCS) warning1
Master warning1
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1
Low tire pressure warning1
Low outside temperature indicator
Low fuel level warning
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) indicator
Parking brake warning
Headlight low/high
beam indicator
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) OFF indicator1
SRS airbag on-off indicator1
Shift position indicator
Slip indicator/Hill-start Assist
Control indicator1
v

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Keyless entry
OVERVIEW
NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for
safety.
Push
ONCE: Driver door
TWICE: All doors
Carry remote
Smart key feature
Carry remote
Smart key feature
Front door lock
Touch
Carry remote
Smart key feature
Grasp
Front door unlock*
Push
Push and hold
Smart Key
Smart Key
Smart Key
Push to lock
Push to unlock
LOCKING OPERATION
PANIC BUTTON
BACK DOOR LOCKING/UNLOCKING
UNLOCKING OPERATION
* Driver door unlocking function can be programmed to unlock driver door only,
or all doors. In some models, grasping front passenger door handle will unlock all
doors. Please refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details on how to program the
doors.
NOTE: Doors may also be locked/unlocked using remote.

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Smart Key system (if equipped)
NOTE: Gear shift lever must be in Park and brake pedal depressed.
Fuel tank door release & cap
Accessories such as the radio will operate.
Power ON; Hybrid System is not engaged.
All systems OFF.
POWER ON
POWER ON
Push
Depress
brake pedal
Carrying
Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “POWER” switch will change the
operation mode in succession from:
Store
Turn to open
Pull
START FUNCTION
POWER (WITHOUT STARTING HYBRID SYSTEM)
NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not locked or tightened,
Check Engine “ ” indicator may illuminate.

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OVERVIEW
Pull up latch and
raise hood
Engage support rod
Pull
Brightness
control
-
+
Hood release
Instrument panel light control

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Engine maintenance
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil level dipstick
Windshield washer fluid tank
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help
extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer to the
“Warranty & Maintenance Guide.”
Maintenance reset light instructions can be found in “Maintenance Requirements
Chapter” in Owner’s Manual.

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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-controlled gasoline engine
and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of power for the
vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied the braking force
generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery. In addition, the
engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped. The benefits are better fuel economy,
reduced vehicle emissions and improved performance.
NOTE: Fuel consumption and energy information of the Hybrid System are
shown on the multi-information display or the Display Audio System.
-Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner’s Manual.
-When possible, link trips to reduce engine cold starts.
-Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on the highway.
-When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking energy.
-Minimize use of the Air Conditioning.
(1) Put the selector lever in “P.”
(2) Vehicles with Smart Key system:
Depress the brake pedal, and press the “POWER” switch briefly and firmly.
Vehicles without Smart Key system:
Depress the brake pedal, and turn the key to the “START” position.
(3) The “READY” light will blink. After a few seconds, when the light remains
steady and a beep sounds, you may begin driving.
Hybrid Synergy Drive System
TIPS FOR IMPROVED FUEL ECONOMY
STARTING THE HYBRID SYSTEM

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Hybrid transmission
Drive mode
ECO MODE
EV MODE
1 The “POWER”/ignition switch must be “ON” and the brake pedal depressed to
shift from Park.
2 The engine brake is the equivalent of downshifting. Shift to “B” when engine
braking is desired (e.g. downhill driving, coasting to a stop).
Park1
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Engine brake2
Push
Eco Mode helps achieve low fuel consumption during trips that involve frequent
accelerating and braking.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
EV Drive Mode allows the electric motor (traction motor), powered by the hybrid
battery (traction battery), to be used to drive the vehicle under certain driving
conditions.
Push

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Lock release button
Lock release buttons
FRONT (ADJUSTABLE TYPE)/REAR CENTER
REAR OUTBOARD
Seats-Head restraints
Seat adjustments-Front
Seat position (forward/backward) Height crank
(driver side; if equipped)
Seatback angle
FEATURES & OPERATIONS

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SPLIT REAR SEATS
NON-SPLIT REAR SEAT
Seat-Folding down rear seat
Windows-Power
(1) Pull up
(2) Fold down
(1) Pull up
(2) Fold down
Up
Window lock switch
Automatic operation (driver side only) Push the switch completely down or pull
it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop the window partway,
operate the switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains
operable.
Driver side
Down

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Wash and wipe
Wipe
Interval wipe
Wash and wipe*
Single wipe
Slow
Fast
Pull to wash and wipe
Interval wipe
Single wipe
Slow
Fast
Pull to wash and wipe
Type A Type B
Adjust frequency*Adjust frequency*
*Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment Rotate to increase/
decrease wipe frequency. (if equipped)
Type A
Type B
*The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts.
FRONT
REAR (IF EQUIPPED)
Wash and wipe
Wipe
Interval wipe
Wash and wipe*
Interval wipe
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
Windshield wipers & washers

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Turn Turn
Lights & turn signals
Daytime Running Light system (DRL) Automatically turns on the headlights at a
reduced intensity.
Low beam
High beam
High beam flasher
Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.
Right turn
Lane change
Lane change
Left turn
Parking lights
Headlights
OFF
DRL
Parking lights
Headlights
DRL
Type A
Type A
Type B
Type B
HEADLIGHTS
FRONT FOG LIGHTS (IF EQUIPPED)
TURN SIGNALS

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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
Automatic air conditioning/heating
Seat heaters (if equipped)
Push
Push
Driver seat
Front passenger seat
Automatic climate control ON
Adjusting the temperature setting will cause
the airflow vents, air intake and fan to adjust
automatically.
Temperature setting display
Fan speed display Airflow mode display
Windshield defogger
Outside heated rearview
mirror/Rear window defogger
(if equipped)
Fan speed control
Recirculate cabin air
(outside air when OFF)
Airflow vent
In “ ” mode, use outside air (“ ” indicator
OFF) to reduce window fogging.
Climate control OFF
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Temperature selector dial

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Moonroof (if equipped)
Auto lock/unlock
Recommended open position to
minimize wind noise.
Open
Close
Push once to open to recommended
position; again to open completely.
Close
Tilt
Push once to open; moonroof will automatically stop at the recommended position.
Push again to open completely.
SLIDING OPERATION TILTING OPERATION
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in different modes, or turned
OFF.
Shift position linked door locking/unlocking function
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
Speed linked door locking function
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph.
Driver’s door linked door unlocking function
-Doors unlock when the engine switch is set from “ON” to “ACC” or “LOCK” and
driver’s door is opened.
-(With Smart Key) Doors unlock when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is set to
OFF and driver’s door is opened.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
Audio
Power outlet-12V DC
For vehicles with a “POWER” button, make sure vehicle is in “POWER ON” mode.
Or, for vehicles with an ignition switch, key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position
for use.
Touch screen displayEject CD
Seek station/
CD track select
Push to turn
ON/OFF
Push to
display audio
screen
Turn to tune
radio stations
manually or
select tracks
or files
Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual” and “2018 Entune™ Audio
Quick Reference Guide.”
Press to
display
APPS
Press to
display
Home
screen
MAP card insert
ENTUNE™AUDIO
ENTUNE™PREMIUM AUDIO WITH INTEGRATED NAVIGATION AND APP SUITE