Toyota Prius c 2014 Owner's Manual page 164

2-1. Driving procedures
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If the hybrid system does not start (vehicles with immobilizer system)
The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (→P. 110)
Contact your Toyota dealer.
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When the steering lock cannot be released
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If the "READY" indicator does not come on
If the "READY" indicator does not come on when you turn the engine switch
with the shift lever in P and the brake pedal depressed, contact your Toyota
dealer immediately.
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If the hybrid system is malfunctioning
→P. 448
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Key reminder function
A buzzer sounds if the driver's door is opened while the engine switch is in
the "LOCK" or "ACC" position to remind you to remove the key.
CAUTION
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When starting the hybrid system
Always start the hybrid system while sitting in the driver's seat. Do not
depress the accelerator pedal while starting the hybrid system under any cir-
cumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
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Caution when driving
Do not turn the engine switch to the "LOCK" position while driving. If, in an
emergency, you must turn the hybrid system off while the vehicle is moving,
turn the engine switch only to the "ACC" position to stop the hybrid system.
An accident may result if the hybrid system is stopped while driving.
(→P. 493)
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When starting the hybrid system, the
engine switch may seem stuck in the
"LOCK" position. To free it, turn the key
while turning the steering wheel slightly
left and right.