Toyota 2008 Prius Quick Reference Manual page 168

2-1. Driving procedures
n Using engine brake
To use the engine braking, shift the shift lever to "B" position.
During high speed driving, you may feel that deceleration by engine brak-
l
ing is less than that of a typical vehicle.
l Do not continue normal driving with the transmission in "B" for a long
time.
This may cause decreased fuel economy. To prevent this, use "D" for
normal driving.
Reverse warning buzzer
n
When shifting into "R", a buzzer will sound to inform the driver that the shift
lever is in "R".
If the system malfunctions
n
The following conditions, there is some problem in the system.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
l The indicator on the "P" position switch flashes. However, this does not
indicate a malfunction unless a warning message appears in the touch
screen.
l All frames of shift position indicators in the instrument cluster flash.
The parking system error message appears on the touch screen.
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l The instrument cluster and touch screen does not come on when the
"POWER" switch is in ON mode.
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