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  • Page 1 Prius 2 0 1 3 Quick RefeRence Guide...
  • Page 2 Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your new Prius. A word about safe vehicle operations This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of Prius operations.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor Spare tire & tools Star Safety System 26-27 Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature. Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and more information. ® HomeLink...

  • Page 4: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    OVERVIEW Instrument panel Steering wheel controls Steering wheel audio controls Voice command button Steering wheel climate controls Multi-Information Display button “TRIP” button Cruise control “LKA” switch Distance switch Telephone controls Headlight and turn signal controls/Headlight, turn signal and front fog light controls Wiper and washer controls Mph or km/h button...
  • Page 5 Rear window and outside rearview mirror defogger button “PWR MODE” switch Emergency flasher button “ECO MODE” switch “EV MODE” switch Shift lever “P” position switch Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever Fuel filler door opener Power rearview mirror controls Headlight cleaner switch Solar ventilation switch Instrument panel light control...

  • Page 6: Instrument Cluster

    Low fuel level warning Open door warning Airbag SRS warning Master warning Low Tire Pressure Warning If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting hybrid system, there may be a malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
  • Page 7 Electric power steering system warning Immobilizer system indicator Headlight low/high beam indicator Turn signal indicator READY indicator ECO Driving Indicator Light EV indicator EV Drive Mode indicator ECO Mode indicator Power Mode indicator Front fog light indicator Slip indicator/Hill-start Assist Control indicator Cruise control indicator Lane Keep Assist indicator Anti-lock Brake System warning...
  • Page 8 OVERVIEW Keyless entry Locking operation Push Unlocking operation Push ONCE: Driver door TWICE: All doors NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for safety. Remote Air Conditioning system operation (if equipped) Will automatically shut off after three minutes, or if a Push and hold...
  • Page 9 Smart Key system Start function Green indicator ON Depress Push brake pedal Carrying Power (without starting Hybrid System) Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “POWER” switch will change the operation mode in succession from: ACCESSORY Accessories such as the radio will operate. Power ON;...

  • Page 10: Fuel Tank Door Release And Cap

    OVERVIEW Fuel tank door release and cap Turn to open Pull Store NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened enough, Check Engine “ ” indicator may illuminate. Hood release Pull up latch and Pull raise hood Engage support rod...

  • Page 11: Engine Maintenance

    Light control-Instrument panel Brightness control Engine maintenance Engine coolant reservoir Engine oil level dipstick Engine oil filler cap Windshield washer fluid tank NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer to the “Warranty &...

  • Page 12: Hybrid Synergy Drive System

    FEATURES/OPERATIONS Hybrid Synergy Drive System The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-controlled gasoline engine and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of power for the vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied the braking force generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery.

  • Page 13: Transmission

    Transmission Park button Reverse Neutral Drive Engine brake* * The engine brake is the equivalent of downshifting. Shift to “B” when engine braking is desired (i.e. downhill driving, coasting to a stop, etc.). ECO Mode Push ECO Mode helps achieve low fuel consumption during trips that involve frequent accelerating and braking.

  • Page 14: Ev-Drive Mode

    FEATURES/OPERATIONS EV-Drive Mode Push EV-Drive Mode allows the electric motor (traction motor), powered by the hybrid battery (traction battery), to be used to drive the vehicle under certain driving conditions. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. Tilt and telescopic steering wheel Lock release lever Angle Length...

  • Page 15: Seat Adjustments-Front

    Seat adjustments-Front Manual seat Power seat (driver side only) Seat position (forward/backward) Height crank (driver side only) Seatback angle Seat position, cushion angle and height Seatback angle Lumbar support Seats-Head restraints Front Rear center Rear outboard Lock release button Lock release button Lock release button Seat-Folding down rear seat (1) Press down...

  • Page 16: Windows-Power

    FEATURES/OPERATIONS Windows-Power Window lock switch Down Automatic operation Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop the window partway, operate the switch in the opposite direction. Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains operable.
  • Page 17 Lights & turn signals Headlights Type A Type B Headlights Headlights Parking lights Parking lights Auto DRL OFF DRL OFF Low beam High beam flasher High beam Automatic light cutoff system Automatically turns lights off after a delay of 30 seconds, or when lock switch on remote is pushed after all doors are locked.

  • Page 18: Air Conditioning/Heating

    FEATURES/OPERATIONS Seat heaters (if equipped) Front passenger seat Push Push Driver seat Air Conditioning/Heating Temperature selector Temperature setting display Air outlet display Fan speed display Fan speed control Windshield defogger Micro dust and pollen filter mode (turns off automatically after 3 minutes) Air Conditioning ON/OFF Airflow vent Use “...

  • Page 19: Moonroof

    Solar ventilation system (if equipped) With the “POWER” switch in ON mode, turn on the solar ventilation switch. The solar ventilation system allows ventilation of the vehicle interior when the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. Moonroof (if equipped) Tilting operation Sliding operation...

  • Page 20: Audio

    FEATURES/OPERATIONS Audio Refer to the “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual” for instructions and more information. Type 1 Touch screen display Turn to tune radio stations Push to turn manually ON/OFF or select tracks or Eject CD files Seek station/ Push to CD track select pause or resume...

  • Page 21: Power Outlets

    USB/AUX port By inserting a mini plug into the USB/AUX port, you can listen to music from a portable audio device through the vehicle’s speaker system while in USB/AUX mode. Refer to the “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual” for instructions and more information.

  • Page 22: Cruise Control

    FEATURES/OPERATIONS Cruise control (if equipped) Turning system ON/OFF System ON/OFF Functions Increase speed Resume Cancel Decrease speed The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal. The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph. Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (if equipped) Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details and complete safety precautions...

  • Page 23: Lka (Lane Keep Assist)

    Distance control mode Distance control mode will cruise at a set speed, decelerate to maintain selected distance from a slower vehicle traveling in front of you, and accelerate back up to the selected speed if the vehicle in front of you changes lanes or speeds up. (1) To select distance control mode Push the ON-OFF button.

  • Page 24: Clock

    FEATURES/OPERATIONS Multi-Information Display Push “DISP” to change between the following information screens: (1) Energy monitor (2) Hybrid system Indicator (3) 5-minute/1-minute interval fuel consumption display (4) Fuel consumption history display Push and hold “DISP” to set up the displays. Clock H- Hour set M- Minute set :00- Round off...

  • Page 25: Garage Door Opener (Homelink ® ) 3

    Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) Brake pedal HAC helps prevent rolling backwards on an incline. To engage, push further down on brake pedal while at a complete stop until a beep sounds and slip indicator illuminates. HAC holds for approximately two seconds after releasing brake pedal. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

  • Page 26: Seat Belts

    If the tire pressure indicator flashes for more than 60 seconds and then remains on, take the vehicle to your local Toyota dealer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. * Refer to load label on door jamb or the Owner’s Manual for tire inflation specifications.

  • Page 27: Doors-Child Safety Locks

    Door locks Unlock Lock Doors-Child safety locks Rear door Lock Moving the lever to lock position will allow the door to be opened only from the outside. Spare tire & tools Tool location Center deck board* Center auxiliary box* Wheel nut wrench Jack Jack handle Towing eyelet...
  • Page 28 Traction Control helps maintain traction on loose gravel and wet, icy, or uneven surfaces by applying brake force to the spinning wheel(s). Toyota’s TRAC sensors are activated when one of the drive wheels starts to slip. TRAC limits Hybrid System output and applies the brakes to the spinning wheel.

  • Page 29: Floor Mat Installation

    Floor mat installation There are two types of Toyota floor mats: carpeted and all-weather. Each vehicle has model-specific floor mats. Installation is easy. To keep your floor mat properly positioned, follow these steps: •...
  • Page 30 NOTES...
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