2006 TOYOTA PRIUS check engine

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OVERVIEW
BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION
While depressing brake pedal, push Park
button above the shift lever, when the vehicle is
at a complete stop.
Push the “POWER” button to turn off the system.
Fully depress the parking brake.
Remove the key fob if inserted.
Information
In instances when the engine starts, and/or on a short
trip after the engine is stopped, the engine water
pump may continue operating for a short time. This is
not a concern, but a standard operation of the vehicle
to ensure optimum performance.
WARNING: If the “POWER” button is held for longer
than 3 seconds while the vehicle is moving, the
Hybrid System will shut off.
Shifting
Park button
Shift lever
Brake pedal must be depressed when shifting to or
from the Park position. If brake is not applied, a
beep will sound and the vehicle cannot be shifted.
NOTE: The shift lever will always return to its
original position after shifting. ALWAYS CONFIRM
SHIFT POSITION BY CHECKING INDICA T

OR SYMBOLS
ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER.
*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.).
Park button
Reverse(Buzzer sounds)
Neutral
Drive
Engine br ake
Shift position
*
Parking & turning OFF the Hybrid Syst e m
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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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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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Hood release
Engine maintenance
Windshield washer fluid tank
Engine oil filler cap
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil level dipstick
Note: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help extend the life of
your vehicle and maintain performance.
Please refer to the “Owner’s W arranty
Information Booklet,” “Scheduled
Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’ s Manual
Supplement.”
Pull up
Pull
Rear hatch
Pull
NOTE:
If not tightened enough, check engine “ ”
indicator may illuminate.
NOTE: MAINTAIN GASOLINE IN THE TANK AT ALL
TIMES. SERIOUS DAMAGE T O THE HYBRID SYSTEM
CAN OCCUR IF THE VEHICLE RUNS OUT OF GAS.
Fuel tank door opener and cap
Turn Driver seat
Pull up
Store
OVERVIEW
To open the rear hatch, grasp the handle and pull up.
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