2012 Toyota Prius Owners Manual

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609 610 7 611 612 7 613 614 Antenna ....................................398 Anti-lock brake system ...........296 Armrest.....................................371 Audio input*.............................352 Audio remote control switches* Audio system* Audio/video system* Automatic air conditioning system Air conditioning system.........326 Automatic air conditioning system ................................326 Remote Air Conditioning System................................342 Steering wheel climate remote control switches......337 Automatic headlight leveling system....................................255 Automatic light control system....................................250 AUX port* .................................352 Auxiliary box ....................363, 376 Alphabetical index Alphabetical index A/C Automatic air conditioning system ................................326 ABS ...........................................296 Active head restraint ...............100 Air conditioning system Automatic air conditioning system ................................326 Remote Air Conditioning System................................342 Steering wheel climate remote control switches......337 Airbags Airbag operating conditions............................144 Airbag precautions for your child ....................................148 Airbag warning light...............495 Curtain shield airbag operating conditions............................144 Curtain shield airbag precautions .........................148 Front passenger occupant classification system...........154 General airbag precautions...148 Knee airbag...........................140 Locations of airbags..............140 Modification and disposal of airbags................................153 Proper driving posture...........138 Side airbag operating conditions............................144 Side airbag precautions ........148 Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions............144 Side and curtain shield airbags precautions .........................148 SRS airbags..........................140 SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners................603 618 B Back door Back door ............................... 93 Smart key system................... 61 Wireless remote control.......... 85 Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 467 Wattage................................ 570 Battery Checking .............................. 431 If the 12-volt battery is discharged ......................... 543 Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 317 Bluetooth®* Bottle holders.......................... 362 Brake Fluid...................................... 568 Parking brake ....................... 212 Brake assist............................. 296 Break-in tips ............................ 181 Brightness control Instrument panel light control ................................ 217 Alphabetical index Camera* Care Exterior..................................396 Interior...................................399 Seat belts ..............................400 Cargo capacity .........................316 Cargo hooks.............................374 CD player* Chains.......................................319 Child restraint system Booster seats, definition........160 Booster seats, installation .....168 Convertible seats, definition .............................160 Convertible seats, installation...........................168 Front passenger occupant classification system...........154 Infant seats, definition ...........160 Infant seats, installation.........168 Installing child restraint system with LATCH anchors...........166 Installing child restraint system with seat belts.....................168 Installing child restraint system with top tether strap ............172 *: Refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual” or “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”. 619 Alphabetical index Child safety Airbag precautions ................148 Back door precautions ............95 Child restraint system............160 Child-protectors.......................88 How your child should wear the seat belt ........................111 Installing child restraints........165 Power window lock switch.....123 Power window precautions ...125 Removed electronic key battery precautions .........................455 Seat belt extender precautions .........................116 Seat belt precautions ............112 Seat heater precautions........370 12-volt battery precautions....434 Child-protectors.........................88 Cleaning Exterior..................................396 Interior...................................399 Seat belts ..............................400 Clock .........................................230 Condenser ................................426 Console box .............................359 Cooling system Engine overheating ...............549 Hybrid system overheating....549 Cruise control Cruise control........................266 Dynamic radar cruise control.................................270 Cup holders..............................360 Curtain shield airbags .............140 Customizable features.............590 Daytime running light system....................................253 Deck board ...............................374 Defogger Rear window .........................346 Side mirrors...........................346 Dimensions ..............................560 Dinghy towing..........................323 Display Dynamic radar cruise control.................................270 Multi-information ...................223 Warning messages ...............507 Do-it-yourself maintenance ....410 Door lock Back door................................93 Side doors...............................87 Smart key system ...................61 Wireless remote control ..........85 Doors Back door................................93 Door glasses.........................123 Door lock.....................61, 85, 87 Rear door child-protector ........88 Side doors...............................87 Driver’s seat belt reminder light.........................................498 Driving Break-in tips..........................181 Correct posture .....................138 Procedures............................180 Winter driving tips .................317 620 E Eco drive mode switch ........... 204 Electric power steering........... 296 Electronic key If the electronic key does not operate properly................. 541 Replacing battery ................. 454 Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds ............................... 493 If a warning light turns on ..... 493 If the electronic key does not operate properly................. 541 If the hybrid system will not start.................................... 538 If the 12-volt battery is discharged ......................... 543 If you have a flat tire ............ 523 If you lose your keys............. 540 If you think something is wrong ................................. 492 If your vehicle becomes stuck................................... 554 If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ......................... 556 If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................. 485 If your vehicle overheats ...... 549 Emergency flashers Switch................................... 484 Alphabetical index Engine Accessory mode....................194 Compartment ........................419 Hood......................................413 How to start the hybrid system ................................192 Identification number.............561 If the hybrid system will not start.....................................538 Ignition switch........................192 Overheating...........................549 “POWER” switch ...................192 Engine coolant Capacity ................................566 Checking ...............................424 Preparing and checking before winter.......................317 Engine/power control unit coolant Capacity ................................566 Checking ...............................424 Preparing and checking before winter.......................317 Engine oil Capacity ................................563 Checking ...............................420 Preparing and checking before winter.......................317 Enhanced VSC .........................296 EPS............................................296 EV drive mode switch..............199 Event data recorder ...................25 621 Alphabetical index Floor mats.................................372 Fluid Brake.....................................568 Washer..................................429 Fog lights Replacing light bulbs.............467 Switch....................................256 Wattage.................................570 Foot lights.................................353 Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs.............467 Switch....................................256 Wattage.................................570 Front passenger occupant classification system ............154 Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light.........................498 Front seats Adjustment ..............................99 Front side marker light Replacing light bulbs.............467 Wattage.................................570 Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs.............467 Switch....................................211 Wattage.................................570 Fuel Capacity ................................562 Fuel gauge ............................214 Information ............................571 Refueling...............................131 Type ......................................571 Fuel door...................................131 Fuel filler door..........................131 Fuses.........................................456 622 Garage door opener ................380 Gauges......................................214 Glove boxes .............................358 Hands-free system (for cellular phone)* Hazard lights Switch ...................................484 Head restraints Adjustment ...........................105 Headlight cleaner.....................265 Headlights Cleaner .................................265 Replacing light bulbs.............467 Switch ...................................250 Wattage.................................570 Heaters Automatic air conditioning system ................................326 Seat heaters..........................369 Side mirrors...........................346 Hill-start assist control............301 Hood..........................................413 Hooks Cargo ....................................374 Horn ..........................................213 Hybrid system Eco savings record .................53 Emergency shut off system.....37 Energy monitor/ consumption screen .............42 High voltage components .......36 Hybrid System Indicator........225 Ignition switch .......................192 Monthly fuel consumption record..............53 “POWER” switch...................192 Alphabetical index Lane-Keeping Assist ...............286 Language..................................238 License plate lights Replacing light bulbs.............467 Wattage.................................570 Light bulbs Replacing ..............................467 Wattage.................................570 Lights Emergency flasher switch .....484 Fog light switch .....................256 Foot lights..............................353 Hazard light switch................484 Headlight switch....................250 Interior lights..................354, 355 Personal lights.......................355 Replacing light bulbs.............467 Shift lever lighting..................353 Turn signal lever....................211 Turn signal light switch..........211 Vanity lights...........................365 Wattage.................................570 LKA............................................286 Load capacity...........................316 Luggage compartment light Switch......................................94 Wattage.................................570 Luggage cover .........................377 I/M test...................................... 409 Identification Engine .................................. 562 Vehicle.................................. 561 Ignition switch......................... 192 Illuminated entry system........ 353 Immobilizer system................. 135 Indicator lights ........................ 219 Initialization Items to initialize................... 597 Inside rear view mirror............ 118 Instrument panel light control.................................... 217 Interior lights Interior lights................. 354, 355 Switch........................... 354, 355 Wattage................................ 570 Jack Positioning a floor jack ......... 416 Vehicle-equipped jack .......... 523 Jack handle.............................. 523 Keyless entry............................. 85 Keys Electronic key......................... 58 If the electronic key does not operate properly................. 541 If you lose your keys............. 540 Key number............................ 58 Keyless entry.......................... 85 Keys ....................................... 58 Mechanical key....................... 58 “POWER” switch .................. 192 Wireless remote control key............................ 85 Knee airbag.............................. 140 *: Refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual” or “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”. 623 Alphabetical index Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance .......................410 General maintenance............405 Maintenance data..................560 Maintenance requirements....402 Maintenance data.....................403 Meter Instrument panel light control.................................217 Meters ...................................214 Speed unit select button........216 Trip information display.........229 Micro dust and pollen filter.....330 Microphone* ............................388 Mirrors Inside rear view mirror...........118 Side mirror heater .................346 Side mirrors...........................121 Vanity mirrors........................365 MP3 disc* Multi-information display ........223 Navigation system (refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”) Noise from under vehicle..........22 Odometer..................................214 Oil Engine oil ..............................420 Opener Back door................................93 Fuel filler door .......................131 Hood......................................413 Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding.............121 Outside rear view mirror defogger switch.....................346 624 Outside temperature display....................................366 Overheating..............................549 Parking brake...........................212 Parking lights Switch ...................................250 PCS ...........................................303 Personal lights Switch ...................................355 Wattage.................................570 Power outlets ...........................367 “POWER” switch .....................192 Power windows........................123 Pre-collision system................303 Radar cruise control system....................................270 Radiator ....................................426 Radio* Radio data system* RDS* Rear seats Adjustment............................102 Folding down.........................103 Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs.............467 Wattage.................................570 Rear view mirror ..............118, 121 Rear view monitor system* Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers...............................346 Rear window wiper and washer....................................262 Remote Air Conditioning System....................................342 Replacing Electronic key battery........... 454 Fuses.................................... 456 Light bulbs............................ 467 Tires ..................................... 523 Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ........................... 600 Safety Connect........................ 388 Seat belt reminder light .......... 498 Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt.......... 110 Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR).................................. 111 Child restraint system installation.......................... 165 Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt ....................... 400 Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ................................. 111 How to wear your seat belt ............................. 109 How your child should wear the seat belt ....................... 111 Pre-collision seat belts ......... 303 Pregnant women, proper seat belt use ........... 113 Reminder light ...................... 498 Seat belt extenders .............. 112 Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners.......... 601 Seat belt pretensioners ........ 110 Seat heaters............................. 369 Seating capacity...................... 316 Alphabetical index Seats Adjustment .....................99, 102 Adjustment precautions .................101, 104 Child seats/child restraint system installation ..............165 Cleaning................................399 Folding down the seatbacks............................103 Head restraint........................105 Properly sitting in the seat.....138 Seat heaters..........................369 Service reminder indicators ..............................219 Shift lever Transmission.........................202 Side airbags..............................140 Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs.............467 Switch....................................250 Wattage.................................570 Side mirrors Adjusting and folding.............121 Smart key system Antenna location .....................64 Entry functions ........................61 Starting the hybrid system.....192 Solar Ventilation System.........339 SOS button ...............................388 Spare tire Inflation pressure...................569 Storage location ....................523 Spark plug ................................566 Specifications...........................560 Speedometer ............................214 *: Refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual” or “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”. 625 Alphabetical index Steering wheel Adjustment ............................117 Audio switches* Storage feature.........................357 Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck ...................................554 Sun visors.................................364 Switch Audio remote control switches* Cruise control switch.............266 Driving mode select switch..................................204 Eco drive mode switch ..........204 Emergency flasher switch .....484 EV drive mode switch............199 Fog light switch .....................256 Hazard light switch................484 Headlight cleaner switch .......265 Ignition switch........................192 Light switches........................250 Power door lock switch ...........87 “POWER” switch ...................192 Power window switch............123 Pre-collision braking off switch..................................304 Talk switch* Telephone switch* Ventilation switch ..................339 Window lock switch...............123 Wipers and washer switch ....258 Switch ...................................250 Tail lights Talk switch* Telephone switch* Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system ...............135 Theft prevention labels ...........137 Tire inflation pressure.............447 Tire information Glossary................................582 Size.......................................578 Tire identification number......577 Uniform Tire Quality Grading...............................580 Tires Chains...................................319 Checking...............................437 If you have a flat tire..............523 Inflation pressure ..................447 Inflation pressure sensor.......438 Information............................575 Replacing..............................523 Rotating tires.........................437 Size.......................................569 Snow tires .............................317 Spare tire ..............................523 Tire pressure warning system ........................437, 499 626 Alphabetical index Warning buzzers Brake system ........................493 Open door ............................498 Seat belt reminder.................498 Warning lights Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..................................495 Automatic headlight leveling system ................................497 Brake system ................493, 496 Charging system ...................494 Cruise control........................497 Electric power steering system ................................495 High coolant temperature......494 Hybrid system .......................495 Low fuel level ........................498 Low tire pressure...................499 Malfunction indicator lamp ....495 Open door .............................498 Pre-collision system ..............496 Radar cruise control..............497 Seat belt warning light...........498 Slip indicator..........................496 SRS airbags..........................495 Tire pressure warning light....499 Tonneau cover......................... 377 Tools......................................... 523 Touch tracer display............... 215 Total load capacity.................. 316 Towing Dinghy towing....................... 323 Emergency towing................ 486 Trailer towing........................ 322 TRAC ........................................ 296 Traction control....................... 296 Trailer towing........................... 322 Transmission Hybrid transmission.............. 202 P position switch................... 205 Trip information....................... 229 Trip meter................................. 214 Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 467 Switch................................... 211 Wattage................................ 570 USB port* ................................ 352 Vanity lights Vanity lights.......................... 365 Wattage................................ 570 Vanity mirrors.......................... 365 Vehicle control and operation data recording......................... 24 Vehicle identification number................................... 561 Vehicle proximity notification system ..................................... 32 Vehicle stability control.......... 296 VSC........................................... 296 *: Refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual” or “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”. 627 Alphabetical index Warning messages ..................507 Washer Checking ...............................429 Preparing and checking before winter.......................317 Switch....................................258 Washing and waxing ...............396 Weight Cargo capacity ......................316 Load limits.............................316 Weight...................................560 Wheels ......................................451 Window glasses.......................123 Window lock switch.................123 Windows Power windows .....................123 Rear window defogger ..........346 Washer..................................258 Windshield wipers ...................258 Winter driving tips ...................317 Wireless remote control key Locking/Unlocking...................85 Replacing the battery ............454 WMA disc* 628 Alphabetical index *: Refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual” or “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”. 629 What to do if... What to do if... A tire punctures P. 523 If you have a flat tire P. 538 If the hybrid system will not start P. 135 Immobilizer system P. 543 If the 12-volt battery is discharged The hybrid system does not start The high coolant temperature warning light flashes or comes on “HYBRID SYSTEM OVERHEAT” is displayed P. 549 If your vehicle overheats Steam can be seen coming from under the hood The key is lost P. 540 If you lose your keys The 12-volt battery runs out P. 543 If the 12-volt battery is discharged The doors cannot be locked P. 87 Side doors P. 93 Back door The vehicle is stuck in mud or sand P. 554 If the vehicle becomes stuck A warning light or indicator light comes on P. 493 If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds 630 What to do if... ■ Warning lights Master warning light ABS warning light P. 499 Brake system warning light (red indicator) or or or P. 493 P. 494 Charging system warning light High coolant temperature warning P. 494 light Malfunction indicator lamp P. 495 SRS warning light P. 495 P. 495 Electric power steering system warning light P. 495 Pre-collision system warning light* P. 496 Slip indicator light P. 496 Brake system warning light (yellow indicator) P. 496 Automatic headlight leveling system warning light P. 497 Cruise control indicator light* P. 497 631 What to do if... Radar cruise control indicator light* P. 497 “LKA” indicator light* P. 496 Open door warning light P. 498 Low fuel level warning light P. 498 Driver’s belt reminder light P. 498 Tire pressure warning light P. 499 Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light P. 498 *: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction. 632 What to do if... 633 What to do if... 634 What to do if... 635 GAS STATION INFORMATION Auxiliary catch lever P. 413 Fuel filler door P. 131 Hood lock release lever Fuel filler door opener Tire inflation pressure P. 413 P. 131 P. 569 Fuel tank capacity (Reference) Fuel type Cold tire inflation pressure Engine oil capacity (Drain and refill ⎯ reference) Engine oil type 11.9 gal. (45 L, 9.9 Imp.gal.) Unleaded gasoline only qt. (L, Imp.qt.) 4.4 (4.2, 3.7) With filter Without filter 4.1 (3.9, 3.4) Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil P. 562 P. 569 P. 563 636 Abbreviation list Abbreviation/Acronym list ABBREVIATIONS A/C ABS ALR APGS CRS DISP ECO ECU EDR ELR EPS EV GAWR GPS GVWR I/M LATCH LED MMT M + S MTBE MEANING Air Conditioning Anti-lock Brake System Automatic Locking Retractor Advanced Parking Guidance System Child Restraint System Display Economy/Ecology Electronic Control Unit Event Data Recorder Emergency Locking Retractor Electric Power Steering Electric Vehicle Gross Axle Weight Ratings Global Positioning System Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Emission Inspection and Maintenance Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children Light Emitting Diode Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl Mud and Snow Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether 616 Abbreviation list ABBREVIATIONS OBD PCS PWR SRS TIN TPMS TRAC TWI VIN VSC MEANING On Board Diagnostics Pre-Collision System Power Supplemental Restraint System Tire Identification Number Tire Pressure Monitoring (Warning) System Traction Control Treadwear Indicator Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Stability Control 617 For your information Main Owner’s Manual Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equip- ment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle. All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice. Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ from your vehicle in terms of color and equipment. Noise from under vehicle after turning off the hybrid system Approximately five hours after the hybrid system is turned off, you may hear sound coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel evaporation leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction. Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota vehi- cles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle. This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products. Mod- ification with non-genuine Toyota products could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addi- tion, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty. 22 Installation of a mobile two-way radio system The installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as: ● Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system ● Cruise control system ● Anti-lock brake system ● SRS airbag system ● Seat belt pretensioner system Be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or spe- cial instructions regarding installation. High voltage parts and cables on the hybrid vehicles emit approximately the same amount of electromagnetic waves as the conventional gasoline pow- ered vehicles or home electronic appliances despite of their electromagnetic shielding. Unwanted noise may occur in the reception of the mobile two-way radio. 23 Vehicle control and operation data recording Your Toyota is equipped with sophisticated computers that record certain information about your vehicle’s operation, such as: • Engine speed • Electric motor speed (traction motor speed) • Accelerator status • Brake status • Vehicle speed • Shift position The data recorded varies according to the grade level and options the vehi- cle is equipped with. The computers do not record conversations, sound or pictures. ● Data usage Toyota may use the data recorded in these computers to diagnose malfunc- tions, conduct research and development, and improve quality. Toyota will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except: • With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the lessee if the vehicle is leased In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a govern- ment agency • For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or • vehicle owner ● Usage of data collected through Safety Connect (U.S. mainland only) If your Toyota has Safety Connect and if you have subscribed to those ser- vices, please refer to the Safety Connect Telematics Subscription Service Agreement for information on data collected and its usage. 24 Event data recorder This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main pur- pose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as: • How various systems in your vehicle were operating; • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fas- • How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake tened; pedal; and, • How fast the vehicle was traveling. These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situ- ation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving condi- tions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation. To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR. 25 ● Disclosure of the EDR data Toyota will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party except when: • An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the lessee for a leased vehicle) is obtained In response to official request by the police, a court of law or a govern- ment agency. • For use by Toyota in a law suit However, if necessary, Toyota may: • Use the data for research on vehicle safety performance • Disclose the data to a third party for research purposes without disclosing • information about the specific vehicle or vehicle owner Scrapping of your Toyota The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you scrap your vehicle. Perchlorate Material Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These compo- nents may include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote con- trol batteries. 26 CAUTION ■General precautions while driving Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influ- ence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehi- cle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that could result in death or serious injury. Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents. Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that dis- tracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or others. ■General precaution regarding children’s safety Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to have or use the key. Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral. There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the windows, the moon roof, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children. ■Disposal of the hybrid battery (traction battery) If your vehicle is disposed of without the hybrid battery (traction battery) hav- ing been removed, there is a danger of serious electric shock if high voltage parts, cables and their connectors are touched. In the event that your vehicle must be disposed of, the hybrid battery (traction battery) must be disposed of by your Toyota dealer or a qualified service shop. If the hybrid battery (traction battery) is not disposed of properly, it may cause electric shock that can result in death or serious injury. 27 Symbols used throughout this manual Cautions & Notices CAUTION This is a warning against something which, if ignored, may cause death or serious injury to people. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the risk of death or serious injury to yourself and others. NOTICE This is a warning against something which, if ignored, may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Toyota and its equipment. Symbols used in illustrations Safety symbol The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”. Arrows indicating operations Indicates the action (pushing, turn- ing, etc.) used to operate switches and other devices. Indicates the outcome of an opera- tion (e.g. a lid opens). ITOPP105 28 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Before driving Information on the hybrid system and adjusting and op- erating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steer- ing column 2 When driving Driving, stopping and safe-driving information 3 Interior features Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in- terior features for a comfortable driving experience 4 Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it- yourself maintenance, and maintenance information 5 When trouble arises What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire, or is involved in an accident 6 Vehicle specifications Detailed vehicle information 7 For owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners Index Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual 1-1. Hybrid system Hybrid system features Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has characteristics different from conventional vehicles. Be sure you are closely familiar with the char- acteristics of your vehicle, and operate with care. The hybrid system combines the use of a gasoline engine and an electric motor (traction motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel efficiency and reducing exhaust emissions. Gasoline engine Electric motor (traction motor) 30 1-1. Hybrid system ■ When stopped/during start off The gasoline engine stops* when the vehicle is stopped. During start off, the electric motor (traction motor) drives the vehicle. At slow speeds or when traveling down a gentle slope, the engine is stopped* and the electric motor (traction motor) is used. When shift position is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be charged. Thus, shift to P when the vehicle is stopped. In addition, when driving in heavy traffic, use D or B. *: However, when the hybrid battery (traction battery) need to be charged or while the engine is being warmed up, the gasoline engine may not stop automatically. (→P. 33) ■ During normal driving The gasoline engine is predominantly used. The electric motor (traction motor) charges the hybrid battery (traction battery) as necessary. ■ When accelerating sharply When the accelerator pedal is depressed heavily, the power of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is added to that of the gaso- line engine via the electric motor (traction motor). ■ When braking (regenerative braking) The electric motor (traction motor) charges the hybrid battery (traction battery). 31 1-1. Hybrid system Vehicle proximity notification system When driving with the gasoline engine stopped, a sound, which changes in accordance with the driving speed, will be played in order to warn people nearby of the vehicle’s approach. The sound will stop when the vehicle speed exceeds approximately 15 mph (25 km/h). ■Regenerative braking In the following situations, kinetic energy is converted to electric energy and deceleration force can be obtained in conjunction with the recharging of the hybrid battery (traction battery). ●The accelerator pedal is released while driving with the shift position in D or B. ●The brake pedal is depressed while driving with the shift position in D or B. ■Hybrid System Indicator Hybrid System Indicator represents the hybrid system power output and regener- ative charging. (→P. 225) 32 1-1. Hybrid system ■Conditions in which the gasoline engine may not stop The gasoline engine starts and stops automatically. However, it may not stop automatically in the following conditions*: ●During gasoline engine warm-up ●When the temperature of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is high or low ●During hybrid battery (traction battery) charging ●When the heater is switched on *: Depending on the circumstances, the gasoline engine may also not stop automatically in situations other than those above. ■Charging the hybrid battery (traction battery) ●As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery (traction battery), the battery does not need to be charged from an outside source. However, if the vehicle is left parked for a long time the hybrid battery (traction bat- tery) will slowly discharge. For this reason, be sure to drive the vehicle at least once every few months for at least 30 minutes or 10 miles (16 km). If the hybrid battery (traction battery) becomes fully discharged and you are unable to jump-start the vehicle with the 12-volt battery, contact your Toyota dealer. ●If the shift position is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be charged. Always shift the shift position in P when the vehicle is stopped. When driving in heavy traffic, operate the vehicle with the shift position in D or B to avoid discharging the hybrid battery (traction battery). ■Charging the 12-volt battery →P. 546 ■After the 12-volt battery has discharged or has been changed or removed The gasoline engine may not stop even if the vehicle is running on the hybrid battery (traction battery). If this continues for a few days, contact your Toyota dealer. 33 1-1. Hybrid system ■Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle There may be no engine sounds or vibration even though the vehicle is able to move. For safety, apply the parking brake and make sure to shift the shift position to P when parked. The following sounds or vibrations may occur when the hybrid system is operating and are not a malfunction: ●The brake system operation sound heard from the front of the vehicle when the driver’s door is opened. ●Motor sounds may be heard from the engine compartment. ●Sounds may be heard from the hybrid battery (traction battery) when the hybrid system starts or stops. ●Sounds may be heard from the transmission when the gasoline engine starts or stops, when driving at low speeds, or during idling. ●Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply. ●Sounds may be heard due to regenerative braking when the brake pedal is depressed and accelerator is loosened. ●Other sounds, such as motors and mechanical noises, may be heard from the brake system when the brake pedal is depressed. ●Vibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops. ●Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vent. (→P. 37) ●The operation sound of the air conditioning system (air conditioning com- pressor, blower motor). 34 1 1-1. Hybrid system ■Vehicle proximity notification system In the following cases, the vehicle proximity notification system may be diffi- cult for surrounding people to hear. ●In very noisy areas ●In the wind or the rain Also, as the vehicle proximity notification system is installed on the front of the vehicle, it may be more difficult to hear from the rear of the vehicle com- pared to the front. ■Maintenance, repair, recycling, and disposal Contact your Toyota dealer regarding maintenance, repair, recycling and dis- posal. Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself. 35 1-1. Hybrid system Hybrid system precautions Take care when handling the hybrid system, as it contains a high voltage system (about 650V at maximum) as well as parts that become extremely hot when the hybrid system is operating. Obey the caution labels attached to the vehicle. Air conditioning compressor High voltage cables (orange) Power control unit and DC/ DC converter Caution label Service plug Electric motor motor) Hybrid battery (traction bat- tery) (traction 36 1 1-1. Hybrid system Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vent There is an air intake vent on the right side of the rear seatback for the purpose of cooling the hybrid battery (traction battery). If the vent becomes blocked, the hybrid battery (traction battery) may overheat, to a reduction in hybrid battery (trac- tion battery) output. leading Emergency shut off system When a certain level of impact is detected by the impact sensor, the emergency shut off system blocks off the high voltage current and stops the fuel pump to minimize the risk of electrocution and fuel leakage. If the emergency shut off system activates, your vehicle will not restart. To restart the hybrid system, contact your Toyota dealer. Hybrid warning message A message is automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in the hybrid system or an improper operation is attempted. If a warning message is shown on the multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions. (→P. 507) 37 1-1. Hybrid system ■If a warning light comes on, a warning message is displayed or the 12- volt battery is disconnected The hybrid system may not start. In that case, try to start the system again. If the “READY” indicator does not come on, contact your Toyota dealer. ■Running out of fuel When the vehicle has run out of fuel and the hybrid system cannot be started, refuel the vehicle with at least enough gasoline to make the low fuel level warning light (→P. 498) go off. If there is only a small amount of fuel, the hybrid system may not be able to start. (The minimum amount of fuel to add to make the low fuel level warning light go out is about 1.9 gal. [7.1 L, 1.6 Imp.gal.], when the vehicle is on a level surface. This value may vary when the vehicle is on a slope.) ■Electromagnetic waves ●High voltage parts and cables on the hybrid vehicles incorporate electro- magnetic shielding, and therefore emit approximately the same amount of electromagnetic waves as conventional gasoline powered vehicles or home electronic appliances. ●Your vehicle may cause sound interference in some third party-produced radio parts. ■Hybrid battery (traction battery) The hybrid battery (traction battery) has a limited service life. The lifespan of the hybrid battery (traction battery) can change in accordance with driving style and driving conditions. 38 1 1-1. Hybrid system CAUTION ■High voltage precautions The vehicle has high voltage DC and AC systems as well as a 12-volt sys- tem. DC and AC high voltage is very dangerous and can cause severe burns and electric shock that may result in death or serious injury. ●Never touch, disassemble, remove or replace the high voltage parts, cables or their connectors. ●The hybrid system will become hot after starting as the system uses high voltage. Be careful of both the high voltage and the high temperature, and always obey the caution labels attached to the vehicle. ●Never try to open the service plug access hole located in the luggage compartment. The service plug is used only when the vehicle is serviced and is subject to high voltage. 39 1-1. Hybrid system CAUTION ■Road accident cautions If your vehicle is involved in an accident, observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of death or serious injury: ●Stop the vehicle in a safe place to prevent subsequent accidents. While depressing the brake pedal, apply the parking brake, shift the shift position to P and turn the hybrid system off. Then, slowly release the brake pedal. ●Do not touch the high voltage parts, cables and connectors. ●If electric wires are exposed inside or outside your vehicle, an electric shock may occur. Never touch exposed electric wires. ●If a fluid leak occurs, do not touch the fluid as it may be strong alkaline electrolyte from the hybrid battery (traction battery). If it comes into contact with your skin or eyes, wash it off immediately with a large amount of water or, if possible, boric acid solution. Seek immediate medical attention. ●If a fire occurs in the hybrid vehicle, leave the vehicle as soon as possible. Never use a fire extinguisher that is not meant for electric fires. Using even a small amount of water may be dangerous. ●If your vehicle needs to be towed, do so with front wheels raised. If the wheels connected to the electric motor (traction motor) are on the ground when towing, the motor may continue to generate electricity. This may cause an electricity leakage leading to a fire. (→P. 485) ●Carefully inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that liquid has leaked onto the ground, the fuel system may have been damaged. Leave the vehicle as soon as possible. ■Hybrid battery (traction battery) Your vehicle contains a sealed nickel-metal hydride battery. If disposed of improperly, it is hazardous to the environment and there is a risk of severe burns and electrical shock that may result in death or serious injury. 40 1-1. Hybrid system NOTICE ■Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vent ●Do not put foreign objects near the air vent. The hybrid battery (traction battery) may overheat and be damaged. ●Clean the air vent regularly to prevent the hybrid battery (traction battery) from overheating. ●Do not wet or allow foreign substances to enter the air vent as this may cause a short circuit and damage the hybrid battery (traction battery). ●Do not carry large amounts of water such as water cooler bottles in the vehicle. If water spills onto the hybrid battery (traction battery), the battery may be damaged. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer. ●If the rear seat belt becomes separated from the guide (→P. 103), it could obstruct the hybrid battery (traction battery) air vent. Set the rear seat belt into the guide to use. 41 1-1. Hybrid system Energy monitor/consumption screen You can view the status of your hybrid system on the Display Audio system screen, the navigation system screen or the multi-informa- tion display. Audio Display system screen or navigation system screen Multi-information display Energy monitor Displays the flow of energy as it changes in accordance with driving conditions. Display Audio system Press “CAR”. If the “Consumption” screen is displayed, touch “Energy”. 42 Condition Display When the vehicle is powered by the electric motor (traction motor) When the vehicle is powered by both the gasoline engine and the electric motor (traction motor) When the vehicle is powered by the gasoline engine 1-1. Hybrid system 43 1-1. Hybrid system Condition Display When the vehicle is charging the hybrid battery (traction battery) When there is no energy flow Hybrid battery (traction battery) status Low Full These images are examples only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions. 44 1-1. Hybrid system Navigation system STEP 1 Press “INFO APPS” or “INFO”. STEP 2 Touch “Fuel Consumption” on the “Information” screen. If the “Consumption” screen is displayed, touch “Energy”. 45 1-1. Hybrid system Condition Display When the vehicle is powered by the electric motor (traction motor) When the vehicle is powered by both the gasoline engine and the electric motor (traction motor) When the vehicle is powered by the gasoline engine 46 Condition Display 1-1. Hybrid system When the vehicle is charging the hybrid battery (traction battery) When there is no energy flow Hybrid battery (traction battery) status Low Full These images are examples only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions. 47 1-1. Hybrid system Multi-information display Press the “DISP” button to dis- play the energy monitor. ■ Names and meaning of each icons Gasoline engine Hybrid battery (traction bat- tery) Electric motor (traction motor) Condition Display When the vehicle is powered by the electric motor (traction motor) When the vehicle is powered by both the gasoline engine and the electric motor (traction motor) 48 1-1. Hybrid system Condition Display When the vehicle is powered by the gasoline engine When the vehicle is charging the hybrid battery (traction battery) When there is no energy flow Hybrid battery (traction battery) status Low Full These images are examples only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions. 49 1-1. Hybrid system Consumption screen Display Audio system Press “CAR”. If the “Energy Monitor” screen is displayed, touch “Consumption”. Fuel consumption in the past 30 minutes Cruising range (→P. 55) Regenerated energy past 30 minutes One symbol indicates 30 Wh. Up to 4 symbols are shown. the in The image is example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions. Navigation system STEP 1 STEP 2 Press “INFO APPS” or “INFO”. Touch “Fuel Consumption” on the “Information” screen. If the “Energy Monitor” screen is displayed, touch “Consumption”. Fuel consumption in the past 30 minutes Regenerated energy past 30 minutes One symbol indicates 30 Wh. Up to 4 symbols are shown. Cruising range (→P. 55) the in The image is example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions. 50 1 Multi-information display 1-1. Hybrid system Press the “DISP” button to dis- play the 5-minute or 1-minute fuel consumption display. Press and hold the “DISP” button

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