Toyota PRIUS C 2019 User manual

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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
PRIUS C
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PRIUS c
2019
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 sup-
plementary 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 satis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
Air conditioning/heating 16
Audio 18
Auto lock/unlock1,2 17
Clock 19
Cruise control 20
Door locks 17
Drive mode 11
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) 23
Hybrid Synergy Drive System 10
Hybrid transmission 11
Lights1,2 & turn signals 14
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
Seats-Head restraints 12
Steering lock release 13
Steering wheel switches &
telephone controls (Bluetooth®) 22
Tilt & telescopic steering wheel 21
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)/
TRAC OFF switch 23
USB media/AUX port 19
Windows-Power 13
Windshield wipers & washers 15
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 with
Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD) 25-27
Quick overview-
Toyota Safety Sense™ C (TSS-C) 24
Sensors 24
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OVERVIEW
Instrument panel
Steering wheel controls
Audio control
switches2
Meter control switches
Telephone
switch2
Voice command
switch2
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release
Automatic High Beam (AHB) switch
Power outside rear view mirror controls
Instrument panel light control dial
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) switch
Pre-Collision System (PCS) switch
Hood lock release lever
Fuel tank door release switch
Headlight and turn signal controls Windshield wiper and washer controls Emergency flasher button
Power button (Smart Key)1
Ignition switch1
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning)
System (TPMS) reset button
Cruise control switch
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LOWER CENTER CONSOLE SWITCHES
1If equipped.
2For details, refer to the “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual” and “2019
Entune™ Audio Quick Reference Guide.”
Air conditioning controls
“EV MODE” drive switch
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) OFF switch
“ECO MODE” drive switch
Audio/Navigation system1,2
Meters/Multi-Information Display (MID)
Emergency flasher button
USB media/AUX port
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OVERVIEW
Instrument cluster
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2, 2019Owner’s
Manual.
Service indicators and reminders
Driver and/or front passenger seat belt reminder
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
Brake system warning1
Brake system warning light (yellow indicator)1
Cruise control/cruise control “SET” indicators
Airbag SRS warning1
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning1
Automatic High Beam (AHB) indicator1
Arrow direction indicates fuel tank door position
Speedometer
Outside temperature
Average fuel consumption
Clock
Transmission shift
position indicator
Fuel gauge
Multi-Information Display
AIR BAG ON/OFF indicator1
Indicator symbols
Odometer/trip meter
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Headlight low/high
beam indicator
Turn signal indicator
Immobilizer system indicator
READY indicator
Electric power steering system warning1
Eco Mode indicator
EV Drive Mode indicator
EV drive indicator
Pre-Collision System (PCS) warning1,2
Master warning1,2
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1
Low tire pressure warning1
Low outside temperature indicator
Low fuel level warning
Lane Departure Alert (LDA) indicator
Parking brake warning
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) OFF indicator1
Shift position indicator
Slip indicator/Hill-start Assist Control
indicator1,3
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1If the indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting the Hybrid system, there may be a
malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
2If the indicator flashes, there may be a malfunction. Refer to the Owner’s Manual.
3If the indicator flashes, it indicates that the system is operating.
4If equipped.
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Keyless (and remote) 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
Carry remote
Smart Key
All-door lock
Touch
Carry remote
Smart Key
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: The smart key must be carried to enable the start function. With the
Park position selected and the brake pedal depressed, push the “POWER”
switch.
Fuel tank door release & cap
Accessory – Some electrical components can be used.
On - All electrical components can be used.
Off - All systems OFF. Emergency flashers can be used.
POWER ON
POWER ON
Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “POWER” switch will change the
operation mode in succession from:
Store
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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 shift lever in Park.
(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’s side; if equipped)
Seatback angle
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
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Seat-Folding down rear seat
Windows-Power
(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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When starting the hybrid system, the
power switch may seem stuck in the
“LOCK” position. To free it, turn the
key while turning the steering wheel
slightly left and right.
“STEERING LOCK ACTIVE” will be
displayed on the multi-information
display. Check that the shift lever is
set in P. Press the power switch while
turning the steering wheel left and right.
With Smart Key systemWithout Smart Key system
Push
Turn
Turn Turn
Steering lock release
SPLIT REAR SEATS
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Right turn
Lane change
Lane change
Left turn
TURN SIGNALS
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
Lights & turn signals
Low beam
or
Auto High Beam*
High beam
High beam flasher
Parking lights
Headlights
OFF
DRL
HEADLIGHTS
Daytime Running Light (DRL) system Automatically turns on under certain
conditions to make vehicle more visible to other drivers. Not for use at night.
Automatic light cut off system Automatically turns lights off after a delay of 30
seconds, or the lock switch on remote may be pushed after locking.
Automatic High Beam (AHB) system Automatically switches between high
and low beams as appropriate to provide the most light possible and enhance
forward visibility.
Refer to Toyota Safety Sense™ C (TSS-C) in this guide or the Owner’s Manual for
more details on the Automatic High Beam feature.
* Operating conditions must be met. Refer to Owner’s Manual for details.
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Single wipe
Slow
Fast
Pull to wash and wipe
Adjust frequency*
*Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment Rotate to increase/
decrease wipe frequency. (if equipped)
*The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts.
FRONT
REAR
Wash and wipe
Wipe
Interval wipe
Wash and wipe*
Interval wipe
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Windshield wipers & washers
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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
Air conditioning/heating
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
Rear window defogger
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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Auto lock/unlock
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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
-(Vehicles without a Smart Key system) Doors unlock when the driver’s door is
opened within 45 seconds after the engine switch is set from “ON” to “ACC” or
“LOCK”.
-(Vehicles with a Smart Key system) Doors unlock when the driver’s door is opened
within 45 seconds after the “POWER” switch is set to OFF.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Door locks
Lock
Unlock
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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
Push to access
Bluetooth hands-free
system
Refer to the “Navigation and Multimedia System Owner’s Manual” and “2019
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
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