If The Vehicle Becomes Stuck - Toyota Prius C 2011 Owner's Manual

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If the vehicle becomes stuck

Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Shift the shift lever to P and set the parking brake. Stop the
STEP 1
hybrid system.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the stuck tire.
STEP 2
Place wood, stones or some other material under the tires
STEP 3
to help provide traction.
Restart the hybrid system.
STEP 4
Shift the shift lever to the D or R position and carefully apply
STEP 5
the accelerator to free the vehicle.
CAUTION
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When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people. The
vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free.
Use extreme caution.
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When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
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To avoid damage to the transmission and other components
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Avoid spinning the wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more
than necessary.
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If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.
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