Toyota PRIUS 2008 Manual page 457

STEP 6
Have the vehicle checked at your nearest Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
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Overheating
In the following situations, your vehicle may be overheating.
High coolant temperature warning light is displayed on the touch screen.
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Steam is coming from under the hood.
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CAUTION
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To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and engine drive belt while the
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engine is running.
Do not loosen the radiator cap while the engine and radiator are hot.
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Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam
released under pressure.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Add coolant if required.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency measure if coolant is
unavailable. (P. 467)
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