2003 TOYOTA PRIUS Owners Manual

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12.Keys
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Your vehicle is supplied with two kinds
of keys.1. Master keys (black)—These keys work in every lock. Your Toyota dealer will
need one of them to make a new key
with builtin transponder chip.
2. Sub key (gray)—This key will not work in the trunk. A transponder chip for the hybrid vehicle
immobiliser system has been placed in the
head of the master and sub keys. These
chips are required for the system to func-
tion correctly, so be careful not to lose
these keys. If you make your own dupli-
cate key, you will not be able to cancel
the system or start the hybrid system.
To protect items locked in the trunk when
using valet parking, leave the sub key
with the attendant.
Since the doors and trunk can be locked
without a key, you should always carry a
spare master key in case you accidentally
lock your keys inside the vehicle.
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NOTICE
When using a key containing a trans-
ponder chip, observe the following
precautions:

When starting the hybrid system,
do not use the key with a key ring
resting on the key grip and do not
press the key ring against the key
grip. Doing so may prevent the hy-
brid system from starting.

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When starting the hybrid system,
do not use the key in proximity
with other transponder keys (includ-
ing keys of other vehicles) and do
not press other key plates against
the key grip. Doing so may prevent
the hybrid system from starting or,
may cause the hybrid system to
stop soon after it starts. If this hap-
pens, remove the key once and
then insert it again after taking off
other transponder keys (including
keys of other vehicles) from the
ring or while gripping or covering
them with your hand to start the
hybrid system.
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Do not bend the key grip.
Do not cover the key grip with any
material that cuts off electromagnet-
ic waves.
 Do not knock the key hard against
other objects.
 Do not leave the key exposed to
high temperatures for a long period,
such as on the dashboard or hood
under direct sunlight.
 Do not put the key in water or
wash it in an ultrasonic washer.
 Do not use the key with electromag-
netic materials.

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KEY NUMBER PLATE
Your key number is shown on the plate.
Keep the plate in a safe place such as
your wallet, not in the vehicle.
If you should lose your keys or if you
need additional keys, duplicates can be
made by a Toyota dealer using the key
number.
We recommend writing down the key num-
ber and storing it in a safe place.
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The hybrid vehicle immobiliser system
is a theft prevention system. When you
insert the key in the ignition switch,
the transponder chip in the key’s head
transmits an electronic code to the ve-
hicle. The hybrid system will start, only
when the electronic code in the chip
corresponds to the registered ID code
for the vehicle.
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The system is automatically set when the
key is removed from the ignition switch.
The indicator light will start flashing to
show the system is set.
If either of the following indicator condi-
tions occurs, contact your Toyota dealer.
The indicator light stays on except
when the theft deterrent system is set-
ting or activating. (See ”Theft deterrent
system” on page 34 in this section.)
The indicator light does not start flash-
ing when the key is removed from the
ignition switch.
The indicator light flashes unsteady.
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system

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Inserting the registered key in the ignition
switch automatically cancels the system,
which enables the hybrid system to start.
The indicator light will go off.
For your Toyota dealer to make you a
new key with builtin transponder chip,
your dealer will need your key number
and master key. However, there is a limit
to the number of additional keys your
Toyota dealer can make for you.
If you make your own duplicate key,
you will not be able to cancel the sys-
tem or start the hybrid system.
NOTICE
Do not modify, remove or disas-
semble the hybrid vehicle immobiliser
system. If any unauthorized changes
or modifications are made, the proper
operation of the system cannot be
guaranteed.
For vehicles sold in U.S.A.
FCC ID: MOZ RI9BTY1
MADE IN JAPAN
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, includ-
ing interference that may cause unde-
sired operation.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not ex-
pressly approved by the party respon-
sible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equip-
ment.
For vehicles sold in Canada
This device complies with RSS210 of
industry Canada. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept
any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of
the device.

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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY
Insert the key into the keyhole and turn
it.
To lock: Turn the key forward.
To unlock: Turn the key backward.
All the doors lock and unlock simulta-
neously with either front door. In the driv-
er’s door lock, turning the key once will
unlock the driver’s door and twice in suc-
cession will unlock all the doors simulta-
neously.The driver ’s window can be opened and
closed from outside the vehicle using a
key. For details, see “Power windows” on
page 28 in this section.
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH IN-
SIDE LOCK KNOB
Move the lock knob.
To lock: Push the knob forward.
To unlock: Pull the knob backward.
The driver ’s door can be opened by pull-
ing the inside door handle even if the lock
knob is depressed.
Closing the door with the lock knob in the
lock position will also lock the door. Be
careful not to lock your keys in the ve-
hicle.
The door cannot be locked if you leave
the key in the ignition switch.
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Driver’s side
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Passenger’s side
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH
POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH
Push the switch.
To lock: Push the switch down on the
front side.
To unlock: Push the switch down on the
rear side.
All the doors lock or unlock simultaneous-
ly.
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REAR DOOR CHILDPROTECTORS
Move the lock lever to the “LOCK”
position as shown on the label.
This feature allows you to lock a rear
door so it can be opened from the outside
only, not from inside. We recommend us-
ing this feature whenever small children
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CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the doors
are closed and locked, especially
when small children are in the ve-
hicle. Along with the proper use of
seat belts, locking the doors helps
prevent the driver and passengers
from being thrown out from the ve-
hicle during an accident. It also helps
prevent the doors from being opened
unintentionally.
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Locking operation
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Unlocking operation
The wireless remote control system is
designed to lock or unlock both doors,
or activate the theft deterrent system
from a distance within approximately 1
m (3 ft.) of the vehicle.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING THE
DOORS
To lock and unlock all the doors, push
the switches of the transmitter slowly
and securely.
To lock: Push the “LOCK” switch. All the
doors are locked simultaneously. At this
time the parking lights, side marker lights,
license plate lights and tail lights will flash
once.
Check to see that the doors are securely
locked.
If either door is not securely closed, lock-
ing cannot be performed by the “LOCK”
switch.
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To unlock: Push the “UNLOCK” switch
once to unlock the only driver’s door.
Pushing the switch twice within 3 seconds
unlocks all the doors simultaneously. Each
time the “UNLOCK” switch is pushed, the
parking lights, side marker lights, license
plate lights and tail lights will flash twice.
When the “UNLOCK” switch is pressed
the interior light comes on. The lights re-
mains on for about 15 seconds unless
either door is opened then and closed.
(For further information, see “Interior light”
on page 85 in Section 23.)
You have 30 seconds to open a door after
using the wireless remote unlock feature.
If a door is not opened by then, all the
doors will be automatically locked again.
If the “LOCK” or “UNLOCK” switch is kept
pressed in, the locking or unlocking opera-
tion is not repeated. Release the button
and then push again.
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“PANIC” SWITCH
Pushing the “PANIC” switch blows the
horn intermittently and flashes the
headlights and tail lights.
The “PANIC” switch is used to deter ve-
hicle theft when you witness anyone at-
tempting to break into or damage your
vehicle.
The alarm will have for one minute. To
stop alarm midway, push the “PANIC” or
“UNLOCK” switch once again, unlock any
door with the key or transmitter, or turn
the ignition key from the “LOCK” to “ON”
position.
The “PANIC” mode does not work when
the ignition key is in the “ON” position.WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL TRANS-
MITTER
The wireless remote control transmitter is
an electronic component. Observe the fol-
lowing instructions in order not to cause
damage to the transmitter.
Do not leave the transmitter on places
where the temperature becomes high
such as on the dashboard.
Do not disassemble it.
Avoid knocking it hard against other
objects or dropping it.
Avoid putting it in water.
You can use up to 4 wireless remote con-
trol transmitters for the same vehicle.
Contact your Toyota dealer for detailed
information.
If the wireless remote control transmitter
does not actuate the doors or alarm, or
operate from a normal distance.
Check for closeness to a radio trans-
mitter such as a radio station or an
airport which can interfere with normal
operation of the transmitter.
The battery may have been consumed.
Check the battery in the transmitter. To
replace the battery, see “REPLACING
TRANSMITTER BATTERY” on page 27.