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Owner’s Manual and supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding of your vehicle’s capabilities and limitations. Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your new Prius Plug-in Hybrid...
Emergency tire puncture repair kit 33 Star Safety System 34-35 Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature. Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and more information. ® HomeLink...
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OVERVIEW Instrument panel Steering wheel controls Steering wheel audio controls Voice command button Steering wheel climate controls Multi-Information Display button “TRIP” button Cruise control /Dynamic Radar Cruise Control switch Distance switch Telephone controls Headlight and turn signal controls/Headlight, turn signal and front fog light controls Wiper and washer controls Charging timer switch...
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“PWR MODE” switch Emergency flasher button “ECO MODE” switch “EV/HV” mode selection switch Shift lever “P” position switch Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever Power rearview mirror controls Headlight cleaner switch Fuel filler door opener Mph or km/h button Instrument panel light control If equipped For details, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual.”...
Low fuel level warning Open door warning Airbag SRS warning Master warning Low tire pressure warning If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting Hybrid System, there may be a malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
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Electric power steering system warning Immobilizer system indicator Headlight low/high beam indicator Turn signal indicator READY indicator ECO Driving Indicator Light EV indicator EV Drive Mode indicator ECO Mode indicator POWER Mode indicator Front fog light indicator Slip indicator/Hill-start Assist Control indicator Cruise control indicator Cruise control SET indicator Radar cruise control indicator...
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OVERVIEW Keyless entry Locking operation Push Unlocking operation Push ONCE: Driver door TWICE: All doors NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for safety. Remote Air Conditioning system operation Will automatically shut off after 10 minutes, or if a door Push and hold is opened.
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Smart Key system Start function Green indicator ON Depress Push brake pedal Carrying Power (without starting Hybrid System) Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “POWER” switch will change the operation mode in succession from: ACCESSORY Accessories such as the radio will operate. Power ON;...
OVERVIEW Fuel tank door release and cap Turn to open Push Store NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened enough, Check Engine “ ” indicator may illuminate. Charge port Push Open Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
OVERVIEW Engine maintenance Engine coolant reservoir Engine oil level dipstick Engine oil filler cap Windshield washer fluid tank NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer to the “Warranty & Maintenance Guide.”...
ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM Electric Vehicle System The Prius Plug-in Hybrid system has features of both electric and hybrid vehicles. Electricity received by charging from an external power source can be used to supplement hybrid energy, and the vehicle can also be driven as an electric vehicle using only the electric motor.
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Charging cannot occur while error warning is illuminated. - If the error warning indicator does not come on when test button is pressed, the function may not be operating correctly. Stop charging immediately and contact your Toyota dealer.
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Step 3 Press the charging port lid to open. The charging inlet light will illuminate. Step 4 Remove the charging connector cap. Affix the cap to the cable. Step 5 Insert the charging cable connector into the charging inlet. - Do not press the latch release button when inserting the connector.
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ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM Charging timer Use of the charging timer can suppress deterioration of the hybrid battery (traction battery) and off-peak electricity can be used effectively. Set the charging timer Step 1 Stop the vehicle and press the charging timer switch. The Multi-Information Display will switch to the charging timer display.
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Step 4 Adjust the set time using the time adjustment button. Adjust hours Adjust minutes Round to the nearest hour* * Example: 1:00 to 1:29 -> 1:00 1:30 to 1:59 -> 2:00 Step 5 Press and hold the charging timer switch. Once set, the time display will change from flashing to solid, and the charging timer indicator on the...
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ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM After charging Step 1 Pull the charging connector toward you while pressing the latch release button. Step 2 Attach the charging connector cap. Step 3 Close the charging port lid. Step 4 Remove the plug from the outlet when the charging equipment will not be used for a long period of time.
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Multi-Information Display-Charging information Remaining charging time Charging information is displayed on the Multi-Information Display. If the POWER switch is turned to ON mode during charging, the current charging status and the amount of time needed until charging is complete will be displayed on the energy monitor.
In the unlikely event that the electrical leakage detection function is not operating properly, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Step 1 Insert the charging cable into the outlet of the external power source.
The following functions of the Plug-in Hybrid Applications can be used with the navigation system: Type A Download of nearby charging stations to the map screen. Type B View list of nearby charging stations and corresponding charging station information (such as voltage supported). For details, please refer to http://www.toyota.com/entune.
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS Hybrid Synergy Drive System The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-controlled gasoline engine and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of power for the vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied the braking force generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery.
Transmission Park button Reverse Neutral Drive Engine brake* * The engine brake is the equivalent of downshifting. Shift to “B” when engine braking is desired (i.e. downhill driving, coasting to a stop, etc.). ECO Mode Push ECO Mode helps achieve low fuel consumption during trips that involve frequent accelerating and braking.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS EV/HV Mode Push EV/HV Mode allows the electric motor (traction motor), powered by the hybrid battery (traction battery), to be used to drive the vehicle under certain driving conditions. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. Tilt and telescopic steering wheel Lock release lever Angle Length...
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Windows-Power Window lock switch Down Automatic operation Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop the window partway, operate the switch in the opposite direction. Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains operable.
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Lights & turn signals Headlights Type A Type B Headlights Headlights Parking lights Parking lights Auto DRL OFF Low beam High beam flasher High beam Automatic light cutoff system Automatically turns lights off after a delay of 30 seconds, or when lock switch on remote is pushed after all doors are locked. Front fog lights (if equipped) Turn Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Seat heaters Front passenger seat Push Push Driver seat Air Conditioning/Heating Temperature selector Temperature setting display Air outlet display Fan speed display Fan speed control Windshield defogger Rear defogger Micro dust and pollen filter mode (turns off automatically after 3 minutes) Air Conditioning ON/OFF Airflow vent Use “...
Audio Type 1 Turn to tune radio Touch screen display stations manually or select Push to turn tracks or ON/OFF files Eject CD Access to Seek station/ navigation CD track select system Push to display audio screen Type 2 (additional functions) Push to select radio or media mode...
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Power outlets Lower center console Center console box Power switch must be set at “ACCESSORY” or “ON” in order to use power outlets. Steering wheel switches Audio control Climate control Volume Temperature control selector Fresh or recirculated cabin air “MODE”...
Multi-Information Display Push “DISP” to change between the following information screens: (1) Energy monitor (2) Hybrid System indicator (3) 5-minute/1-minute interval fuel consumption display (4) Fuel consumption history display (5) EV driving ratio Push and hold “DISP” to set up the displays. Cruise control Turning system ON/OFF System ON/OFF...
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (if equipped) Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details and complete safety precautions before attempting to use “Dynamic Radar Cruise Control.” Fixed speed mode (1) To select conventional/fixed speed control Push the ON-OFF button. Push the lever forward and hold until the “...
Clock H- Hour set M- Minute set :00- Round off minutes Refer to the Owner’s Manual for details on adjusting time. Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) Brake pedal HAC helps prevent rolling backwards on an incline. To engage, push further down on brake pedal while at a complete stop until a beep sounds and slip indicator illuminates.
If the tire pressure indicator flashes for more than 60 seconds and then remains on, take the vehicle to your local Toyota dealer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. * Refer to load label on door jamb or the Owner’s Manual for tire inflation specifications.
Door locks Unlock Lock Doors-Child safety locks Rear door Lock Moving the lever to lock position will allow the door to be opened only from the outside. Emergency tire puncture repair kit Tool location Side deck board Emergency tire puncture repair kit Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
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Traction Control helps maintain traction on loose gravel and wet, icy, or uneven surfaces by applying brake force to the spinning wheel(s). Toyota’s TRAC sensors are activated when one of the drive wheels starts to slip. TRAC limits Hybrid System output and applies the brakes to the spinning wheel.
Floor mat installation There are two types of Toyota floor mats: carpeted and all-weather. Each vehicle has model-specific floor mats. Installation is easy. To keep your floor mat properly positioned, follow these steps: •...
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