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- Page 1 Gasoline-Electric Hybrid Synergy Drive NHP10 Series...
- Page 2 Foreword This guide was developed to educate and assist dismantlers in the safe handling of Toyota Prius c gasoline-electric hybrid vehicles. Prius c dismantling procedures are similar to other non-hybrid Toyota vehicles with the exception of the high voltage electrical system. It is important to recognize and understand the high voltage electrical system features and specifications of the Toyota Prius c hybrid, as they may not be familiar to dismantlers.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents About the Prius c ............................1 Prius c Identification ............................2 Exterior .................................3 Interior................................4 Engine Compartment ............................5 Hybrid Component Locations & Descriptions...................6 Specifications ..............................7 Hybrid Synergy Drive Operation........................8 Vehicle Operation............................8 Hybrid Vehicle (HV) Battery Pack and Auxiliary Battery................9 HV Battery Pack............................9 Components Powered by the HV Battery Pack.....................9 HV Battery Pack Recycling .........................10 Auxiliary Battery ............................10... -
Page 5: About The Prius C
The Prius c hatchback joins the PRIUS, CAMRY hybrid and HIGHLANDER hybrid as a hybrid model for Toyota. Hybrid Synergy Drive means that the vehicle contains a gasoline engine and an electric motor for power. The two hybrid power sources are stored on board the vehicle: Gasoline stored in the fuel tank for the gasoline engine. -
Page 6: Prius C Identification
Prius c Identification In appearance, the 2012 model Prius c is a 5-door hatchback. Exterior, interior, and engine compartment illustrations are provided to assist in identification. The alphanumeric 17 character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is provided in the front windshield cowl*, right side floor and on the left side B pillar. *: Models for U.S.A. -
Page 7: Exterior
Prius c Identification (Continued) Exterior logos on the back door. logo on each front fender. Exterior Left Side View xterior Front View U.S.A. and Canada: Others: Exterior Rear View Others: U.S.A. and Canada: Exterior Rear and Left Side View... -
Page 8: Interior
Prius c Identification (Continued) Interior Instrument cluster (speedometer, READY light, shift state indicators, warning lights) located in center of the dash and near the base of the windshield. Hint: If the vehicle is shut off, the instrument cluster gauges will be “blacked out”, not illuminated. -
Page 9: Engine Compartment
Prius c Identification (Continued) Engine Compartment 1.8-liter aluminum alloy gasoline engine. Logo on the plastic engine cover. Orange colored high voltage power cables. Engine Compartment View Power Cables... -
Page 10: Hybrid Component Locations & Descriptions
Hybrid Component Locations & Descriptions Component Location Description Under Right 12 Volt A lead-acid battery that supplies power to the low voltage Side Rear Seat Auxiliary Battery devices. Mounted to Hybrid Vehicle 144 Volt Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) battery pack Cross Member (HV) Battery Pack consisting of 20 low voltage (7.2 Volt) modules connected... -
Page 11: Specifications
Hybrid Component Locations & Descriptions (Continued) Specifications Gasoline Engine: 73 hp (54 kW), 1.5-liter Aluminum Alloy Engine Electric Motors 60 hp (45 kW), Permanent Magnet Motor Transmission: Automatic Only (electrically controlled continuously variable transaxle) HV Battery: 144 Volt Sealed NiMH Battery Curb Weight: 2,500 lbs/1,132 kg Fuel Tank: 9.5 gals/36.0 liters Frame Material: Steel Unibody... -
Page 12: Hybrid Synergy Drive Operation
Hybrid Synergy Drive Operation Once the READY indicator is illuminated in the instrument cluster, the vehicle may be driven. However, the gasoline engine does not idle like a typical automobile and will start and stop automatically. It is important to recognize and understand the READY indicator provided in the instrument cluster. -
Page 13: Hybrid Vehicle (Hv) Battery Pack And Auxiliary Battery
Hybrid Vehicle (HV) Battery Pack and Auxiliary Battery The Prius c features a high voltage Hybrid Vehicle (HV) battery pack that contains sealed Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) battery modules. HV Battery Pack • The HV battery assembly is enclosed in a metal case and is rigidly mounted under the rear seat. -
Page 14: Hv Battery Pack Recycling
Hybrid Vehicle (HV) Battery Pack and Auxiliary Battery (Continued) HV Battery Pack Recycling • The HV battery pack is recyclable. Contact either your Toyota Distributor as mentioned on HV battery Caution Label (see page 26) or the nearest Toyota dealer. Auxiliary Battery •... -
Page 15: High Voltage Safety
High Voltage Safety The HV battery pack powers the high voltage electrical system with DC electricity. Positive and negative orange colored high voltage power cables are routed from the battery pack, under the vehicle floor pan, to the inverter/converter. The inverter/converter contains a circuit that boosts the HV battery voltage from 144 to 520 Volts DC. -
Page 16: Service Plug Grip
High Voltage Safety (Continued) Service Plug Grip • The high-voltage circuit is cut by removing the service plug grip (see page 15). 12 Volt Volt DC Hybrid Vehicle Auxiliar Compressor Electric Inverter/ Generator Converter Electric Volt DC Motor HV Battery 3-Phas High Voltage Safety System –... -
Page 17: Precaution To Be Observed When Dismantling The Vehicle
Precaution to be observed when dismantling the vehicle WARNING: ・ The high voltage system may remain powered for up to 10 minutes after the vehicle is shut off or disabled. To prevent serious injury or death from severe burns or electric shock, avoid touching, cutting, or opening any orange high voltage power cable or high voltage component. -
Page 18: Spills
Spills The Prius c contains the same common automotive fluids used in other non-hybrid Toyota vehicles, with the exception of the NiMH electrolyte used in the HV battery pack. The NiMH battery electrolyte is a caustic alkaline (pH 13.5) that is damaging to human tissues. The electrolyte, however, is absorbed in the cell plates and will not normally spill or leak out even if a battery module is cracked. -
Page 19: Dismantling The Vehicle
Dismantling the vehicle The following 2 pages contain general instructions for use when working on a Prius c. Read these instructions before proceeding to the HV battery removal instructions on page 18. WARNING: ・ The high voltage system may remain powered for up to 10 minutes after the vehicle is shut off or disabled. - Page 20 Instead, wash the eye(s) with a dilute boric acid solution or a large amount of water and seek medical care. 11. With the exception of the HV battery, remove parts by following procedures which are similar to conventional Toyota vehicles. For the removal of the HV battery, refer to the following pages.
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Page 22: Removal Of Hv Battery
Removal of HV battery WARNING: ・ Be sure to wear insulated gloves when handling high-voltage parts. ・ Even if the vehicle is shut off and the relays are off, be sure to remove the service plug grip before performing any further work. - Page 23 3. REMOVE SERVICE PLUG GRIP Caution: Wear insulated gloves for the following 3 steps. (1) Remove the front floor cover LH and front center floor cover. (2) Raise the release handle of the service plug grip as shown in the illustration below. (3) Remove the service plug grip.
- Page 24 5. REMOVE INVERTER COVER Caution: Wear insulated gloves. (1) Remove the 7 bolts and inverter cover. 6. CHECK TERMINAL VOLTAGE Check voltage at the terminals in inspection point in the power control unit. Caution: Wear insulated gloves. To prevent serious injury or death, do not proceed with dismantling of the HV system until the voltage at the terminals in the inspection point is 0 V.
- Page 25 (2) Disengage the hook of the rear seat cushion assembly from the vehicle body as shown in the illustration. (3) Remove the rear seat cushion assembly. REMOVE REAR SEAT CUSHION LEG SUB-ASSEMBLY Remove the 4 bolts and rear seat cushion leg sub-assembly.
- Page 26 Remove the 2 bolts, nut and battery cooling blower assembly. 11. REMOVE NO. 1 HYBRID VEHICLE BATTERY COVER PANEL LH Caution: Wear insulated gloves. (1) Using the service plug grip, remove the battery cover lock striker. Hint: Insert the projecting part of the service plug grip and turn the button of the battery cover lock striker counterclockwise to release the lock.
- Page 27 Disconnect the connector. 14. REMOVE FRAME WIRE Caution: Wear insulated gloves. (1) Disconnect the 2 connectors. (2) Disconnect the shielded wire ground and frame wire. Shielded Wire Ground 15. REMOVE HV BATTERY Caution: Wear insulated gloves. Notice: When removing/installing/moving the HV battery, make sure not to tilt it more than 80°. Remove the 2 clips.
- Page 28 (2) Remove the 2 bolts and 2 nuts. (3) Remove the HV battery. Notice: • When moving the HV battery, be sure to hold area A shown in the illustration. • Place the HV battery on the attachment. Attachment...
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Page 29: Hv Battery Caution Label
HV Battery Caution Label 1. For U.S.A. 2. For CANADA 3. Others...