Toyota Prius V 2013 User manual

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE CENTER
1-800-331-4331
00505-QRG13-PRIV
Printed in U.S.A. 10/12
12-TCS-05919
2013
Prius v
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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 Sales, U.S.A.,
Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your new Prius v.
A word about safe vehicle operations
This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of Prius
voperations. Every Prius vowner 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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INDEX
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND
EMERGENCY FEATURES
Engine maintenance 9
Fuel tank door release and cap 8
Hood release 8
Indicator symbols 4-5
Instrument cluster 4
Instrument panel 2-3
Keyless entry1,2 6
Light control-Instrument panel 9
Smart Key system1,2 7
Air Conditioning/Heating 17
Audio 18-19
Auto lock/unlock1,2 10
Clock 23
Cruise control 20
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 21
EV drive mode 12
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)323
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) 23
Hybrid Synergy Drive System 10
Lights1& turn signals 15
Panoramic roof shades119
Parking brake 12
Power outlets 20
Seat adjustments-Front 13
Seat heaters 16
Seat-Folding down rear seat 14
Seats-Flattening front seatbacks 13
Seats-Head restraints 13
Steering wheel switches 19
Telephone controls (Bluetooth®) 22
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 12
Transmission 11
Trip information display 22
Windows-Power 16
Windshield wipers & washers 14
Doors-Child safety locks 25
Door locks 25
Floor mat installation 27
Seat belts 24
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor 24
Spare tire & tools 25
Star Safety SystemTM 26-27
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System 24
1Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.
2Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and
more information.
3HomeLink®is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
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Instrument panel
Air Conditioning controls
Outside rearview mirror/Rear window defogger button
AUX port/USB port
Power outlet
Seat heater switches2
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever
Fuel filler door opener
Headlight cleaner switch2
Advanced Parking Guidance System switch1,2
Instrument panel light control
Hood lock release lever
1For vehicles with a display audio or navigation system, refer to the “Display
Audio System Owner’s Manual” or “Navigation System Owner’s Manual.”
2If equipped
NOTE: For vehicles equipped with EntuneTM, please consult the “Navigation
System With Entune Quick Reference Guide” or www.toyota.com/entune.
Steering wheel audio controls1
Steering wheel climate controls
Trip information display button
“TRIP” button
Cruise control
Radar cruise control distance switch2
Telephone controls1
Voice command button1,2
Headlight and turn signal controls/Headlight, turn signal and front fog
light controls2
Wiper and washer controls
Trip information display
Audio system or navigation system-integrated audio system1,2
Mph or km/h button
Emergency flasher button
Power button
“P” position switch
Shift lever
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Air Conditioning controls
Outside rearview mirror/Rear window defogger button
AUX port/USB port
Power outlet
Seat heater switches2
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever
Fuel filler door opener
Headlight cleaner switch2
Advanced Parking Guidance System switch1,2
Instrument panel light control
Hood lock release lever
1For vehicles with a display audio or navigation system, refer to the “Display
Audio System Owner’s Manual” or “Navigation System Owner’s Manual.”
2If equipped
NOTE: For vehicles equipped with EntuneTM, please consult the “Navigation
System With Entune Quick Reference Guide” or www.toyota.com/entune.
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Indicator symbols
Instrument cluster
Service indicators and reminders
Clock
Odometer and trip meter display
Trip information display
Hybrid battery (traction battery) status
Fuel gauge
Transmission shift position indicator
Speedometer
Hybrid System indicator
Charging system warning1
Brake system warning1
Front passenger occupant classification or front passenger airbag
ON/OFF indicator
2If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” or “Dynamic radar cruise control,” Section 2-4,
2013 Owner’s Manual.
Low Tire Pressure Warning1
Open door warning
Airbag SRS warning1
Driver seat belt reminder and/or front passenger seat belt reminder
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1
Low fuel level warning
Electric power steering system warning1
Brake system warning light (yellow indicator)1
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.
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2, 2013 Owner’s
Manual.
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Service indicators and reminders
Clock
Odometer and trip meter display
Trip information display
Hybrid battery (traction battery) status
Fuel gauge
Transmission shift position indicator
Speedometer
Hybrid System indicator
2If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” or “Dynamic radar cruise control,” Section 2-4,
2013 Owner’s Manual.
Anti-lock Brake System warning1
Headlight low/high beam indicators
Turn signal indicator
Slip indicator/Hill-start Assist Control indicator1
Driver seat belt reminder and/or front passenger seat belt reminder
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
READY indicator
Front fog light indicator
Eco Mode indicator
EV drive mode indicator
Automatic headlight leveling system warning1
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.
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2, 2013 Owner’s
Manual.
Cruise control indicators2
Pre-Collision System warning light1
High coolant temperature warning light1
Power Mode indicator
EV indicator
Eco Driving Indicator Light1
Low engine oil pressure warning1
Maintenance required reminder1
Hybrid System warning1
Smart Key system warning
Hybrid System overheat warning1
P position request indicator1
Low Hybrid battery (traction battery) warning
LED headlight warning1
Parking lock system warning1
Parking lock system warning message
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Keyless entry
Push
Push ONCE: Driver door
TWICE: All doors
Locking operation
Unlocking operation
Smart Key system
Start function
ACCESSORY
ON
OFF
Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “POWER” button will change the
operation mode in succession from:
Power (without starting Hybrid System)
Panic button
Push and hold
NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for
safety.
* Driver door unlocking function can be programmed to unlock driver door only,
or all doors. Grasping passenger door handle or pushing unlock button on rear
hatch will unlock all doors. (If equipped)
NOTE: Doors may also be locked/unlocked using remote.
Locking operation (if equipped)
Carry remote to lock
Back door lock/unlock (if equipped)
Carry remote to
lock/unlock
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Smart Key system
Start function
Accessories such as the radio will operate.
Power ON; Hybrid System is not engaged.
All systems OFF.
ACCESSORY
ON
OFF
Push
Depress
brake pedal
Carrying
Green indicator ON
Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “POWER” button will change the
operation mode in succession from:
Power (without starting Hybrid System)
NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for
safety.
* Driver door unlocking function can be programmed to unlock driver door only,
or all doors. Grasping passenger door handle or pushing unlock button on rear
hatch will unlock all doors. (If equipped)
NOTE: Doors may also be locked/unlocked using remote.
Locking operation (if equipped) Unlocking operation (if equipped)
Carry remote to lock Carry remote to unlock
All-door lock Driver door unlock*
Back door lock/unlock (if equipped)
Carry remote to
lock/unlock
Touch
Grasp
Push
Lock
Push
Unlock
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Hood release
Pull up latch and
raise hood
Fuel tank door release and cap
NOTE: Tighten until one click is
heard. If the cap is not tightened
enough, Check Engine “ ”
indicator may illuminate.
Pull
Turn to open
Store
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil level dipstick
Engine oil filler cap
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.”
Engine maintenance
Light control-Instrument panel
Engage support rod
Pull
Upper slot:
to open normally
Lower slot:
to open widely
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