Toyota PRIUS Owner's Manual page 262

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4-2. Driving procedures
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When the ambient temperature is low, such as during winter driving con-
ditions
When starting the hybrid system, the flashing time of the "READY" indicator
may be long. Leave the vehicle as it is until the "READY" indicator is steady
on, as steady means the vehicle is able to move.
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Conditions affecting operation
→P. 194
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Note for the entry function
→P. 195
■ If the hybrid system does not start
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The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (→P. 88)
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
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If a message related to start-up is shown on the multi-information display,
read the message and follow the instructions.
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If the "READY" indicator does not come on
In the event that the "READY" indicator does not come on even after perform-
ing the proper procedures for starting the vehicle, contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
immediately.
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If the hybrid system is malfunctioning
→P. 596
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If the electronic key battery is depleted
→P. 562
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Operation of the power switch
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When operating the power switch, one short, firm press is enough. If the
switch is pressed improperly, the hybrid system may not start or the power
switch mode may not change. It is not necessary to press and hold the
switch.
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If attempting to restart the hybrid system immediately after turning the power
switch off, the hybrid system may not start in some cases. After turning the
power switch off, please wait a few seconds before restarting the hybrid sys-
tem.
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Automatic P position selection function
→P. 271
■ When the shift control system malfunctions
When attempting to turn the power switch off while there is a malfunction in
the shift control system, the power mode may change to ACCESSORY
mode. In this case, ACCESSORY mode may be turned off by applying the
parking brake and pressing the power switch again. If there is a malfunction
in the system, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional immediately.
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