2006 TOYOTA PRIUS brake light

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OVERVIEW
BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
INDEX
ItemPage no.
BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATIONHybrid Synergy Drive System 2Keyless entry4Key fob3Parking & turning OFF the Hybrid System 9Shifting 8Smart Key system (Smart entry and start) 56Smart Key unlock functions16Turning the Hybrid System ON7
OVERVIEWRear hatch14Engine maintenance15Fuel tank door opener and cap14Hood release15Indicator symbols1213Instrument cluster 12
Instrument panel 1011
FEATURES/OPERATIONSAir Conditioning/Heating2021Audio2223AUX audio jack 24Clock24Cruise control21Cup and bottle holders25
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)217Light ControlInstrument panel24Lights & turn signals16Luggage storage box24Parking brake25Power outlets25Seat adjustmentsFront18Seat adjustmentsRear18SeatsHead restraints18Tilt steering wheel19Window wiper & washer17
Windows 19
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES24Hour Roadside Assistance29Door locks26DoorsChild safety locks 26Emergency flashers27Jump starting28Rear air vent27Seat belts26Seat beltsShoulder belt anchor26Spare tire & tools29Tire Pressure Warning System 27
1Programmable by customer. For dealerprogrammable
features, please visit your Toyota dealer.
2HomeLink ®
is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
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BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION
Insert key*.
Depress the brake pedal, and push the “POWER”
button briefly and firmly.
The “READY” light will blink. After a few
seconds, when the light remains ON and a beep
sounds, you may begin driving.
Turning the Hybrid System ON
Without pressing down on the brake pedal
The brake pedal must be depressed to turn the
Hybrid System on. If the brake pedal is not
depressed, pressing “POWER” will change the
operation mode in succession from:
Pressing down on the brake pedal
ACC
IGON
OFF
Accessories such as radio will operate.
Ignition is on, Hybrid System is not
engaged.
All systems OFF.
*It is not necessary to insert the ignition key (key
fob) if Smart Key system is installed and activated.
Smart Key unlock functions(if equipped)
The Smart Key unlocking function can be
programmed to operate in 3 different modes when
Smart Key is activated. In all modes, grasping the
front passenger door handle will unlock all doors.
To open driver side door only, grasp driver side
handle.
To open all doors, grasp any door handle.
To open driver side door or either back door
independently, grasp the handle.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information
on this feature, and how to change modes.
Smart Key system cancel switch
NOTE: Toconserve battery power, turn the Smart K ey
system “OFF” when not using the vehicle for prolonged
periods of time. For more battery saving information,
refer to the
Owner’s Manual for more details.ON
OFF
Push
Unlocking operation
Front door
NOTE: After unlocking, if a door is not opened
within thirty (30) seconds, all doors will relock for
safety. R
efer to your Owner’s Manual, and the
following section of this guide for Smart Key
unlocking programmable options.
Rear hatch
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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Headlight indicator
Low engine oil pressure warning
2
Service reminder indicators and indicator lights
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Odometer and two trip meters
Instrument cluster
Driver seat belt reminder1
Front passenger seat belt reminder1
Brake system warning1
Charging system warning2
Low fuel level indicator1
Antilock Brake System warning1
Malfunction / Check Engine indicator1
When the Antilock Brake System (ABS) function is in
action, you may feel the brake pedal pulsating and
hear a noise. In this situation, to let the Antilock
Brake System work for you, just hold the brake pedal
down more firmly. Do not pump the brake as this will
result in reduced braking performance.
Indicator symbols
Master warning1
High coolant temperature warning2
Open door warning1
Airbag SRS warning1
1 For details, refer to “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers
Instr ument cluster” Section 25, 2006 Owner ’s Manual.
2 For details, refer to “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers
Multiinformation display” Section 25, 2006 Owner ’s Manual. 3
If this light flashes, see “Cruise control” Section 26, 2006 Owner’s Manual.
4 For details, refer to “Hybrid transaxle” Section 26, 2006 Owner ’s Manual.
5 For details, refer to “Smart entry and start system” Section 21, 2006
Owner ’s Manual.
Driving ready light
Engine oil replacement reminder
1
Turn signal indicator
Headlight high beam indicator
Cruise control indicator
3
Slip indicator
Hybrid System warning2
Vehicle Stability Control warning1
Hybrid vehicle battery warning2
Electric power steering system warning2
Smart Entry and Start warning5
T ail light indicator
Automatic head light leveling system
warning
2
R unning mode position indicator4
Automatic air conditioner indicator
Recirculate mode indicator
Windshield air flow indicator
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers indicator
Hybrid vehicle immobilizer / Theft deterrent
system indicator
Low Tire Pressure Warning1
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Clock
AUX audio jack (if equipped)
25
Refer to the
Owner’s Manual for more details.
HHour set
MMinutes set
Light ControlInstrument panel
Brightness
control
+

Luggage storage box
Cup and Bottle holders
Right side:
Turn to unlock
Left side:
Turn to unlock
Cup holder front Cup holder rear
Bottle holder
Center
console
Front Door
Power outlets
Instrument panel (12V)Center console box (12V)
The Hybrid System must be in “ACC” or “IGON.”
P arking brake
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again
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