Toyota Prius C 2011 User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before driving Information on the hybrid system and adjusting and op-
erating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steer-
ing column.
2When driving Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior features Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other
interior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenanceand
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
specifications Detailed vehicle information.
Index Alphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.
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1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid system features......... 24
Hybrid system precautions ... 28
Energy monitor/
consumption screen ........... 34
Hybrid vehicle driving tips..... 39
1-2. Key information
Keys...................................... 41
1-3. Opening, closing and
locking the doors
Smart entry & start system ... 44
Wireless remote control........ 55
Side doors............................. 57
Back door.............................. 60
1-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats............................ 64
Rear seats ............................ 65
Head restraints ..................... 68
Seat belts.............................. 70
Steering wheel...................... 78
Anti-glare inside rear view
mirror .................................. 79
Outside rear view mirrors...... 80
1-5. Opening and closing the
windows
Power windows.................... 82
1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap.... 85
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system .............. 88
1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture......... 89
SRS airbags......................... 91
Child restraint systems....... 102
Installing child restraints..... 111
2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle.............. 132
Power (ignition) switch ....... 143
EV drive mode.................... 151
Hybrid transmission............ 154
Turn signal lever................. 157
Parking brake..................... 158
Horn ................................... 159
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters............ 160
Indicators and warning
lights................................. 162
Multi-information display .... 165
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2When driving
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2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch.................. 182
Fog light switch................... 185
Windshield wipers and
washer.............................. 186
Rear window wiper and
washer.............................. 189
Headlight cleaner switch..... 191
2-4. Using other driving
systems
Cruise control...................... 192
Driving assist systems........ 196
Hill-start assist control......... 199
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage............. 201
Winter driving tips ............... 203
Trailer towing...................... 206
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air
conditioning system ......... 208
Rear window defogger....... 216
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system type.............. 217
Using the radio................... 219
Using the CD player........... 221
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs....................... 226
Operating an iPod.............. 233
Operating a USB
memory............................ 241
Optimal use of the audio
system.............................. 249
Using the AUX port ............ 252
Using the steering wheel
audio switches ................. 253
3-3. Using the Bluetooth®
audio system
Bluetooth®audio/phone..... 256
Using the Bluetooth®
audio/phone..................... 261
Operating a Bluetooth®
enabled portable player ... 266
Making a phone call........... 269
Using the “SET UP” menu
(“Bluetooth” menu)........... 274
Using the “SET UP” menu
(“Phone” menu)................ 280
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3-4. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list.................. 287
• Interior lights/
personal lights .................. 288
3-5. Using the storage features
List of storage features....... 290
• Glove box ......................... 291
• Console box...................... 291
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 293
• Cup holders ...................... 295
• Bottle holders.................... 296
3-6. Other interior features
Sun visors........................... 297
Vanity mirrors...................... 298
Outside temperature
display .............................. 299
Power outlet........................ 300
Floor mat............................. 301
Luggage compartment
features............................. 303
4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior........... 306
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior............ 309
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements.................... 312
4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ...................... 315
Hood................................... 319
Positioning a floor jack....... 321
Engine compartment.......... 323
12-volt battery .................... 332
Tires................................... 337
Tire inflation pressure......... 340
Wheels............................... 342
Air conditioning filter........... 344
Electronic key battery......... 346
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................ 348
Light bulbs.......................... 359
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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers............ 372
If your vehicle needs to
be towed........................... 373
If you think something
is wrong ............................ 378
5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds.............................. 379
If a warning message is
displayed .......................... 384
If you have a flat tire ........... 400
If the hybrid system will
not start............................. 412
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P .............. 414
If you lose your keys........... 415
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ......... 416
If the vehicle 12-volt
battery is discharged ........ 418
If your vehicle overheats..... 423
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................. 428
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency........................ 429
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)........... 432
Fuel information ................. 444
6-2. Customization
Customizable features ....... 445
Abbreviation list........................ 448
Alphabetical index.................... 449
What to do if... .......................... 458
5When trouble arises 6Vehicle specifications
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Front position lights P. 182
Pictorial index Exterior
Side turn signal
lights P. 157
Outside rear view mirrors P. 80
Headlights (low beam) P. 182
Front turn signal lights P. 157
Windshield wipers P. 186
Hood P. 319
Front fog lights P. 185
Headlights (high beam) P. 182
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Tires
●Rotation
●Replacement
●Inflation pressure
P. 337
P. 400
P. 441
Side doors P. 57
Rear window defogger
P. 216
License plate lights P. 182
Fuel filler door P. 85
Tail lights P. 182
Rear turn signal lights P. 157
Back door P. 60
Rear window wiper
P. 189
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Luggage cover P. 303
Head restraints P. 68
SRS driver airbag P. 91
Rear seats P. 65
Seat belts P. 70
SRS side airbags P. 91
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Console box
Cup holder P. 291
P. 295
Power window switch P. 82
SRS driver knee airbag
P. 91
Front seats P. 64
SRS front passenger
airbag P. 91
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Anti-glare inside rear view mirror P. 79
Vanity mirrors P. 298
Sun visors P. 297
SRS curtain shield airbags P. 91
Personal lights
Interior lights P. 288
P. 288
Microphone P. 262
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Inside door lock buttons P. 57
Power window switches P. 82
Window lock switch P. 82
Door lock switch P. 57
Bottle holders P. 296
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Shift lock override button
P. 414
Parking brake lever P. 158
Cup holders P. 295 “EV MODE” switch P. 151
“ECO MODE” switch P. 155
Hybrid transmission shift lever P. 154
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Pictorial index
Gauges and meters
Multi-information display
P. 160
P. 165
Power outlet P. 300
Hood lock release lever P. 319
Instrument panel
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Fog light switch
P. 182
P. 157
P. 185
Windshield wiper and washer switch
Rear window wiper and washer switch
P. 186
P. 189
Tilt and telescopic steering
lock release lever P. 78
AUX port/USB port P. 233, 241, 252 Fuel filler door opener P. 85
Glove box P. 291
Emergency flasher
switch P. 372
Audio system ∗ P. 217
Floor mat P. 301
Cord hook P. 237
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Air conditioning system P. 208
Rear window defogger button P. 216
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Pictorial index Instrument panel
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Horn P. 159
Cruise control switch P. 192
Audioremotecontrol
switches P. 253 Climate remote control
switches P. 213
“DISP” switch P. 166
“TRIP” switch P. 166
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Headlight leveling dial P. 183
Outside rear view mirror switches P. 80
Power (ignition) switch P. 143
Vehicles with halogen headlights
Headlight cleaner switch P. 191
Outside rear view mirror switches P. 80
Power (ignition) switch P. 143
Vehicles with LED headlights
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For your information
Main Owner’s Manual
Please note that this manual applies to all models and all equipment, includ-
ing options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not
installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing.
However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we
reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ
from your vehicle in terms of equipment.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota vehi-
cles are currently available in the market. Using these spare parts and
accessories which are not genuine Toyota produces may adversely affect
the safety of your vehicle, even though these parts may be approved by cer-
tain authorities in your country. Toyota Motor Corporation therefore cannot
accept any liability or guarantee spare parts and accessories which are not
genuine Toyota products, nor for replacement or installation involving such
parts.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products. Mod-
ification with non-genuine Toyota products could affect its performance,
safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addi-
tion, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may
not be covered under warranty.
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Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
The installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect
electronic systems such as:
●Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
●Cruise control system
●Anti-lock brake system
●SRS airbag system
●Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or spe-
cial instructions regarding installation of a mobile two-way radio system.
High voltage parts and cables on the hybrid vehicles emit approximately the
same amount of electromagnetic waves as the conventional gasoline pow-
ered vehicles or home electronic appliances despite of their electromagnetic
shielding.
Unwanted noise may occur in the reception of the mobile two-way radio.
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Vehicle control and operation data recording
Your Toyota is equipped with sophisticated computers that record certain
information about your vehicle’s operation, such as:
• Engine speed
•Electric motor speed (traction motor speed)
• Accelerator status
• Brake status
• Vehicle speed
• Shift position
The data recorded varies according to the grade level and options the vehi-
cle is equipped with. The computers do not record conversations, sound or
pictures.
●Data usage
Toyota may use the data recorded in these computers to diagnose malfunc-
tions, conduct research and development, and improve quality.
Toyota will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except:
• With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the lessee if
the vehicle is leased
• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a govern-
ment agency
• For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or
vehicle owner
Event data recorder
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main pur-
pose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations,
such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist
in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed
to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short
period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
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The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:
• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake
pedal; and,
• How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in
which crashes and injuries occur.
NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situ-
ation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving condi-
tions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are
recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine
the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired
during a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access
to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer,
other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can
read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.
●Disclosure of the EDR data
Toyota will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party except
when:
• An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the lessee for a leased vehicle)
is obtained
• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a govern-
ment agency
• For use by Toyota in a law suit
However, if necessary, Toyota may:
• Use the data for research on vehicle safety performance
• Disclose the data to a third party for research purposes without disclosing
information about the specific vehicle or vehicle owner
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