Toyota 2004 Prius Owner's Manual page 14

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When the multi−information
shows this message, the master warn-
( )
ing light comes on in the instru-
ment cluster. Read the message and
follow the instruction.
D
When you leave your vehicle, or stop
or park for a while, put the hybrid
transaxle in "P".
D
Charging is necessary. In "N", charging
will not be applied. The electric genera-
tor operates in "P", "D" or "B". If you
continue driving, put the hybrid trans-
axle in "D" or "B" and depress the
accelerator pedal. Do not leave the hy-
brid transaxle in "N". When driving in
traffic jam, operate in "D".
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display Do not allow anyone to lean against the
side of the rear right seatback, nor put
any luggage or other obstructions on it.
D
An air vent is provided on the side of
the rear right seatback to cool the hy-
brid vehicle battery. If this vent is cov-
ered, the hybrid vehicle battery will
overheat resulting in a reduction of the
output performance of the hybrid sys-
tem.
D
The seat belt not properly set in the
guide on the top of the rear seat may
block the air vent. Be sure to pass the
seat belt through the guide properly.
D
Do not wet or put foreign objects over
the air vent. Otherwise, the hybrid ve-
hicle battery may be adversely affected
and be damaged.
D
You may hear a cooling fan noise from
the air vent.
For vehicle repairs or maintenance, be
sure to consult your Toyota dealer.
If your vehicle is beyond repair because
of accident or something, be sure to
consult your Toyota dealer.
As sealed Nickel−Metal hydride batteries
are used, be sure to consult your Toyota
dealer when disposing of your vehicle.