Toyota Prius User manual

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1Before driving
Information on the plug-in hybrid system and adjusting
and operating features such as door locks, mirrors, and
steering 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 specifi-
cations Detailed vehicle information
Index Alphabetical listing of information contained in this man-
ual

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1-1. Plug-in hybrid system
Plug-in hybrid system
features............................... 46
Plug-in hybrid system
precautions ......................... 60
Energy monitor/
consumption screen ........... 68
Plug-in hybrid vehicle
driving tips .......................... 83
EV driving range ................... 87
1-2. Charging
Charging equipment ............. 90
Power sources that can be
used.................................... 97
How to charge..................... 101
When normal charging
cannot be carried out........ 118
Inspecting the charging
cable ................................. 123
1-3. Key information
Keys.................................... 125
1-4. Opening, closing and locking
the doors
Smart entry &
start system ...................... 128
Wireless remote control ...... 150
Side doors........................... 152
Back door............................ 155
1-5. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ......................... 161
Rear seats.......................... 164
Head restraints................... 167
Seat belts ........................... 170
Steering wheel ................... 176
Inside rear view mirror........ 177
Outside rear view
mirrors.............................. 179
1-6. Opening and closing the
windows
Power windows .................. 181
1-7. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap ................................... 185
1-8. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system ............ 190
Double locking system ....... 195
Alarm.................................. 197
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1-9. Safety information
Correct driving posture ....... 204
SRS airbags........................ 206
Airbag manual on-off system
(for Europe) ...................... 220
Child restraint systems
(for Europe) ...................... 222
Child restraint systems
(for Australia and
New Zealand) ................... 232
Installing child restraints
(for Europe) ...................... 242
Installing child restraints
(for Australia and
New Zealand) ................... 252
2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle .............. 264
Power (ignition) switch........ 277
Hybrid transmission ............ 284
Turn signal lever ................. 293
Parking brake...................... 294
Horn .................................... 295
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters............ 296
Indicators and warning
lights................................. 300
Multi-information display .... 306
Head-up display ................. 327
2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers
Headlight switch ................. 334
Fog light switch .................. 339
Windshield wipers
and washer ...................... 341
Rear window wiper
and washer ...................... 348
Headlight cleaner switch .... 351
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ..................... 352
Dynamic radar cruise
control .............................. 357
Driving assist systems........ 375
Hill-start assist control ........ 380
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety
System)............................ 383
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage............. 392
Winter driving tips............... 394
Trailer towing...................... 399
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3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Air conditioning system....... 402
Using the steering wheel
climate remote control
switches............................ 412
Remote Air Conditioning
System.............................. 414
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror defogger
switch................................ 419
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types............. 421
Using the AUX port/
USB port ........................... 426
3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list.................. 427
• Front interior lights............ 428
• Personal lights .................. 428
• Rear interior light .............. 429
3-4. Using the storage features
List of storage features....... 430
• Glove boxes ..................... 432
• Console box ..................... 433
• Cup holders...................... 434
• Bottle holders ................... 436
• Auxiliary boxes................. 437
• Card holder ...................... 438
3-5. Other interior features
Sun visors .......................... 439
Vanity mirrors ..................... 440
Outside temperature
display.............................. 441
Power outlets ..................... 442
Seat heaters....................... 444
Armrest............................... 446
Assist grips......................... 447
Floor mats .......................... 448
Luggage compartment
features ............................ 450
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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 456
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 462
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements..................... 466
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ....................... 469
Hood ................................... 473
Positioning a floor jack........ 476
Replacing the tire................ 479
Engine compartment........... 490
12-volt battery ..................... 500
Tires.................................... 506
Tire inflation pressure ......... 509
Wheels................................ 512
Air conditioning filter ........... 514
Electronic key battery ......... 518
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................. 521
Light bulbs .......................... 534
5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 550
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ............................... 551
If you think something is
wrong ............................... 558
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 559
If a warning message is
displayed.......................... 567
If you have a flat tire........... 589
If the hybrid system will
not start ............................ 613
If you lose your keys .......... 615
If the electronic key does
not operate properly......... 616
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ....................... 619
If your vehicle overheats .... 625
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................. 631
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ....................... 633
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6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)............ 636
Fuel information .................. 649
6-2. Customization
Customizable features ........ 651
Abbreviation list................ 662
Alphabetical index ............ 664
What to do if... .................. 675
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Pictorial index Exterior
Front fog lights
P. 339
Headlights
Front position lights
P. 334
P. 334
Hood
P. 473
Windshield wipers
P. 341
Outside rear view mirrors
P. 179
Side turn signal lights
P. 293
Front turn signal lights
P. 293
Fuel filler door
P. 185

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Tires
Rotation
Replacement
Inflation pressure
P. 506
P. 479
P. 509
Rear fog light (right-hand
drive vehicles)
P. 339
Tail lights
P. 334
Camera*Side doors
P. 152
: If equipped
*: Refer to ““touch screen” Owner’s Manual”
or “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Charging port
P. 90
License plate lights
P. 334
Rear turn signal lights
P. 293
Rear window defoggers
P. 419
Back door
P. 155
Rear fog light (left-hand drive vehicles)
P. 339
Rear window wiper
P. 348

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Pictorial index
Floor mat
P. 448
SRS side airbags
P. 206
SRS front passenger airbag
P. 206
Front seats
P. 161
Rear seats
P. 164
Glove boxes
P. 432
Head restraints
P. 167
Seat belts
P. 170
Armrest
P. 446
Interior
(Left-hand drive vehicles)
Airbag manual on-off switch
P. 220
Cup holders
P. 434