Toyota Prius Reference guide

Prius
Brief Guide

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Table of Contents
High voltage components 2
Hybrid battery air vent 2
Accessing your vehicle 3
Electric windows and windows lock 4
Child rear door protection lock 4
Child restraint system 4
Seat and seat belt adjustment 5
Steering wheel adjustment 6
nstrument panel overview 7
Multi-information display 8
nstrument Cluster 9
Lights 9
Wipers 10
Power (ignition) switch 11
Heating, A/C and de-misting 12
Setting the clock 13
Gear change 14
Parking brake 14
Fuel tank opening 15
Bonnet opening 15
Eco-Driving 16
Introducing Prius
Thank you for buying a Prius. We trust this Brief Guide will enable you to become familiar with
your vehicle’s basic operations and assist you in enjoying your vehicle.
This brief guide does not replace or substitute the Owner’s Manual, which you will find in the
vehicle’s glove compartment. t is important that you review the full Owner’s Manual as well as
any further supplementary manuals as this will allow you to familiarise yourself with the
operating and safety instructions and to handle the vehicle within its limitations.
Please do read all documents in your pack as this will ensure you get maximum performance
from your car and learn about related services offered.
Your Centre and everyone at Toyota wish you many years of enjoyable driving in your new
Prius.
NB: All information contained in this brief guide are current at the time of printing.
Toyota reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

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High voltage components
Hybrid battery air vent
1. Air conditioning compressor.
2. High voltage cables (orange colour).
3. Power control unit and DC/DC converter.
4. Caution label.
5. Service plug.
6. Hybrid battery (Traction battery).
7. Electric motor (Traction motor).
There is an air intake vent on the side of the rear right
seat back to cool the hybrid battery. f it becomes
blocked, hybrid battery may overheat causing
reduction of battery output.
Take care when handling the hybrid system, as it contains a high
voltage system and some parts become extremely hot.

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Unlocking and locking doors
The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the electronic key on your person.
(The driver should always carry the electronic key.)
The Mechanical Key is stored within the
Electronic Key
Smart entry & start system
1. Electronic keys
- Operate smart entry & start system
- Operate the wireless remote control function
2. Mechanical keys
3. Key number plate
The wireless remote control can be used to lock and
unlock your vehicle from the outside.
Unlock all doors and boot/rear door
Accessing your vehicle
Unlocks and locks the doors and trunk/back door.
Press the unlock button to unlock the doors. Press the lock button to lock the doors.
Lock all doors and boot/rear door

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Child restraint system
Child restraint systems are classified into the following 5 groups according to the regulation ECE No. 44:
Group 0: Up to 10 kg (0-9 months)
Group 0+: Up to 13 kg (0-2 years)
Group : 9-18 kg (9 months-4 years)
Group : 15-25 kg (4 years -7 years)
Group : 22-36 kg (6 years-12 years)
(A) Baby seat
equal to Group 0 and 0+ of “ECE
No. 44”
(B) Child seat
equal to Group 0+and of “ECE
No. 44”
(C) Junior seat
equal to Group and of “ECE
No. 44”
Electric windows and windows loc
The electric windows can be opened and closed as follows:
1. One touch closing*
2. Closing
3. One touch opening*
4. Opening
Pressing the switch
(right) locks the
passenger windows
preventing
accidental opening
or closing.
*Pushing the switch in the opposite
direction will stop the window travel
partway
Keep fingers away from moving
windows
Child rear door protection loc
The door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle
when the locks are set.
These locks can be set to prevent children from
opening the rear doors. Push down the rear door
switches to lock the rear doors.
1. Unlock
2. Lock

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Seat and seat belt adjustment
Front seats
1. Seat position adjustment lever.
2. Seatback angle adjustment lever.
3. Vertical height adjustment lever*.
4. Lumbar support adjustment switch*.
*: For driver's side
Head restraint height adjustment
Pull to move
upwards.
Press and hold
lock release to
lower.
Lock release
The centre of the head
restraint should be level
with the top of the ears
For safety reasons your vehicle is fitted
with active head restraints
Under no circumstances should any
accessories be attached to these
(e.g. portable DVD players, etc).
Seat belts
1. To fasten the seat belt push the tab into the buckle
until it clicks.
2. Press the release button to unfasten the seat belt.
Adjust the height up and down as required

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Steering wheel adjustment
After adjustment, pull the lever up to secure the
steering wheel.
Steering wheel must not be adjusted while the vehicle is in motion.
Steering wheel
Hold the steering wheel and press the lever down.
Adjust the position by moving the steering wheel
horizontally and vertically.
Adjust to the ideal position by moving the steering
wheel horizontally and vertically.

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Windscreen wipers and
washer switch.
Rear window wiper and
washer switch
Headlight switch
ndicator lever
Fog light switch*
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Instrument Panel Overview
Gauges and meters
Multi-information display
Navigation system*1
Audio system*2
Hazard Light Switch
SRS knee airbag
Parking brake pedal
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever
Bonnet
opener
Fuel filler
door opener
* On some models
*1Refer to
“ Navigation System” Owner's Manual.
*2Refer to “Touch Screen” Owner's Manual.
A. Heating and A/C controls (page 12).

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Multi-information display
The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of driving-related data, including the clock.
Gauges and meters
The following gauges and meters illuminate when the “POWER” switch is in ON mode.
Indicators and warning lights
The indicators and warning lights inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various systems.
1. Fuel gauge
Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the
tank.
2. Speedometer
Displays the vehicle speed.
3. Instantaneous fuel consumption
Displays the current rate of fuel consumption.
4. Shift position indicators
Displays the shift position.
5. Multi-information display

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Instrument cluster
Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle’s systems.
These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the ‘‘ON’’ position (without smart entry & start system)
or the ‘‘ENG NE START STOP’’ switch is turned to the GN T ON ON mode (with smart entry & start system). They
will turn off after the engine is started.
There may be a malfunction if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected
by your Toyota Centre.
Shift position
indicators
Power mode
indicator
Eco Driving Mode
indicator
EV-Drive Mode
indicator
“READY” indicator
Main indicators and warning lights only - For details, please refer to your Owner's Manual chapter 5-2.
Indicators and warning lights
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s main systems.
Charging system Brake system
warning light/buzzer
Master warning
light
High coolant
temperature
Lights
The headlights can be operated manually
or automatically
The front position, tail, license plate and instrument
panel lights turn on.
The headlights and all lights listed above turn on.
The headlights and all lights listed above turn on and
off automatically.
(When the engine is in the ‘‘ON’’ position)
Turning on the high beam headlights
1. With the headlights on, push the lever away to
turn on the high beams.
Pull the lever back to the centre position to turn
the high beams off.
2. You can flash the high beams with the headlights
on or off by pulling the lever towards you, and
releasing it to turn them off.

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Wipers
1. ntermittent wiper operation.
2. Low speed wiper operation.
3. High speed wiper operation.
4. Temporary operation.
5. ntermittent frequency.
Wiper with interval adjuster
Wiper interval can be adjusted for intermittent
operation when is selected).
Wiper with rain-sensing function (AUTO)
With ‘‘AUTO’’ selected, the wiper will operate
automatically when detecting rain and adjust timing
according to rain volume.
1. Rain-sensing wiper operation.
2. Low speed wiper operation.
3. High speed wiper operation.
4. Temporary operation.
5. ntermittent frequency.
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ear window wiper and washer
1. ntermittent window wiper operation.
2. Normal window wiper operation.
3. Washer/wiper dual operation.
4. Washer/wiper dual operation.

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Power (ignition) switch
Starting the hybrid system
Check that the parking brake is set.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake
pedal.
The POWER switch indicator turns green.
f the shift position is “N”, the hybrid system cannot
start. Push the “P” position switch prior to starting
the hybrid system.
Press the POWER switch.
After a few seconds, the READY indicator comes on
with a beep sound.
The vehicle can move when the READY indicator is on,
even if the engine is stopped.
Stopping the hybrid system
1. Stop the vehicle.
2. Set the parking brake.
3. Press the “P” position switch, and check that the
indicators shows “P”.
4. Press the “POWER” switch.
5. Release the brake pedal and check that the
indicator on the “POWER” switch is off.
f you stop the hybrid system without setting the shift
position to “P”, the shift position will be shifted to “P”
automatically. You can also shift the shift position to
“P” by pressing the “P” position switch.
ON/OFF
When EV-Drive mode is turned on, the indicator
comes on. Pressing the switch again will return to
normal driving (gasoline engine and electric motor).
EV-Drive mode
n EV-Drive Mode the electric motor (traction motor), powered by the hybrid battery (traction battery), is used to
drive the vehicle.

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Heating, A/C and de-misting
Airflow and outlets are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting.
Solar ventilation system
Tips for windscreen demisting :
1. Switch AUTO button off (light is OFF)
2. Switch A/C ON (light is ON)
3. Switch circulation to outside air
4. Switch airflow to windscreen (light ON)
emote Air conditioning system
This solar system allows ventilation when the vehicle
is parked in direct sunlight
1. Off.
2. On
Press and hold the to operate the remote air
conditioning system.
The system will shut off if a door is opened.
The system can be stopped by pressing the
twice.
Air outlet display
Fan speed display
Fan speed control
Windscreen
demister
Outside air or
recirculated air mode
Changes the air outlets used
Temperature
setting display
Temperature
control
Automatic mode
Off
Pollen removal
mode
Air conditioning ON/OFF switch

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Setting the cloc
Setting the clock
Select “CLOCK” by pressing the “D SP” switch.
Press and hold the “D SP” switch to enter the setting
mode.
Select “12h” or “24h” by pressing the “D SP” switch.
Press and hold the “D SP” switch to finish setting.
1. Adjust hours.
2. Adjust minutes.
3. Round the nearest hour.*
*: e.g. 1:00 to 1:29 ’1:00
1:30 to 1:59 ’2:00

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Gear change
Par ing bra e
1. Eco driving mode
To help achieve low fuel consumption when
having frequent accelerating and braking.
Press once more to switch off
2. Power mode
For high level or response such as driving in
mountainous regions or overtaking.
Press once more to switch off
Shift position Function
PParking the vehicle or starting
the hybrid system
R Reversing
N Neutral
D Normal driving
B Engine braking position*
*Shown only while in “D” position
When shifting to “D” or “R”, move the shift lever
along the shift gate.
To shift to “N”, slide the shift lever to the left and
hold it. The shift position will change to “N”.
Shifting to “B” is only possible when position
“D” is selected.
lThe shift lever always returns to this original
position after shifting operation.
Sets the parking brake*
(Depressing the pedal again releases the parking
brake).
*Fully depress the parking brake pedal with your
left foot while depressing the brake pedal with
your right foot.
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Fuel tan opening
Opening the fuel tank cap
Turn the fuel tank cap slowly to open.
Hang the fuel tank cap on the back of the fuel filler
door.
Pull the lever.
Take care to select the correct fuel.
Bonnet opening
Hold the bonnet open by inserting the supporting
rod into the slot.
Close: gently drop the bonnet from approximately
200mm
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open
the bonnet.
Pull the bonnet release lever.
The bonnet will pop up slightly.
Release the bonnet catch and lift the bonnet.
Caution :
Be careful when you pick up the rod, it might
be hot.

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Eco-Driving
Starting
•Remove any extra weight and roof load
•Plan your route to avoid detours
•Avoid using your car for short journeys
Checking/maintenance
•Check your tyre pressures regularly
•Service your car according to owner’s manual
Driving
•Shift up gear earlier
•Only use electrical accessories when necessary (e.g. A/C)
•Follow and anticipate the traffic flow
•Keep your windows closed (use ventilation system when possible)
•Switch off your engine if you have to wait longer than 30 - 60 seconds
How to Eco-Drive?
Total potential saving of 20 - 30%.
Eco-Driving Savings
oof load increases wind drag and
therefore consumption.
Open windows increase fuel
consumption by an average of 5%.
Air Conditioning
can result in 10 - 25%
extra fuel consumption.
Low Tyre Pressure result in higher fuel consumption
(up to 3% extra from 0.5 bar too low)
Tyre pressures can fall by 2.5 - 5.0% after one month,
and by 20% after 5 months.
Shifting up gear
earlier can result
in 8% saving.
oof Load
(Speed at 120 km/hr)
Increased
consumption
Luggage rack 5 – 10%
Ski box 10 – 20%
Bicycle rack 30%
Loaded luggage rack 35 – 40%
What is ‘‘Eco-Driving’’?’
•Eco-Driving = Driving in a more careful and environmentally responsible way
•Eco-Driving = Reduced fuel costs
•Eco-Driving = Reduced Environmental impact áSaving of CO2emissions.

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