2008 TOYOTA PRIUS heater

74 1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
PRIUS_U_(L/O_0802)
■When the mirrors are fogged up (vehicle with mirror defoggers)
Turn on the mirror heaters to defog the mirrors. (P. 217)
CAUTION
■While driving
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in losing control of the vehicle and cause an acci-
dent, resulting in death or serious injury.
● Do not adjust the mirrors.
● Do not drive with the mirrors folded back.
● Before driving, be sure to extend mirrors and make an adjustment prop-
erly.
■ When the mirror h eaters are operating
Do not touch the mirror surface as the mirror surface becomes hot.
And do not touch the mirror surface also when the wiper switch is on at lower
than 77 F (25C) of the outside temperature.
NOTICE
■ If ice should jam the mirror
Do not operate the control or scrape the mirror face. Use a spray de-icer to
free the mirror.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
PRIUS_U_(L/O_0802)
■
Cleaning the inside of the rear window
Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause dam-
age to the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened with
lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in
strokes running parallel to the heater wires.
■ Caring for leather areas
Toyota recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year
to maintain the quality of the vehicle’s interior.
■ Shampooing the carpets
There are several commercial foaming-type cleaners available. Use a
sponge or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not apply
water. The excellent results are obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as
possible.
■ Seat belts
Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge. Also
check the belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.
CAUTION
■Water in the vehicle
● Be careful not to splash or spill liquid on the floor.
● Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet.
(P. 9 0 )
Electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or not function
properly, resulting in death or serious injury.

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NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehicle
interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces.
● Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzine or gasoline, alka-
line or acidic solutions, dye, or bleach.
● Seats: Acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzine, or alcohol.
■ Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces.
● Remove any dust or dirt on leather surfaces immediately.
● Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
● Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or that contain wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly.
■ Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into contact with electrical components under the floor of the vehicle, and
may also cause the body to rust.
■ Cleaning the inside of the rear window
Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
PRIUS_U_(L/O_0802)
Fuse layout and amperage ratings
■ Driver’s side instrument panel
FuseAmpereCircuit
1PWR30 APower windows
2DEF 40 ARear window defogger
3M/HTR 15 AOutside rear view mirror heater
4WIP 30 AWindshield wiper
5RR WIP 15 ARear wiper
6WSH 20 AWasher
7 ECU-IG 7.5 ASmart key system, power win-
dows, touch screen, electric power
steering, theft deterrent system
8GAUGE 10 AGauge and meter, backup lights,
emergency flasher, power win-
dows
9OBD 7.5 AOn-board diagnosis system
10 STOP 7.5 AStop lights
11 D O O R 25 APower door lock system
12 ACC-B 25 A“POWER OUTLET”, “ACC” fuses

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*1: Vehicles with halogen headlights (low beam)
*2: Vehicles with discharge headlights (low beam)35 ABS-1 25 A Anti-lock brake system
36 ETCS 10 A Electronic throttle control system
37 BATT FAN 10 A Battery cooling fan
38 HAZ 10 A
Turn signal lights, emergency
flasher
39 DOME 15 A Audio system, interior lights,
Smart key system, gauge and
meter, turn signal lights, luggage
room light, clock
40 ABS MAIN3 15 A Anti-lock brake system
41 ABS MAIN2 10 A Anti-lock brake system
42 ABS MAIN1 10 A Anti-lock brake system
43 FR FOG 15 A Fog lights
44 CHS W/P 10 A CHS W/P
45 AMP 30 A Audio system
46 PTC HTR2 30 A PTC heater
47 PTC HTR1 30 A PTC heater
48 CDS FAN 30 A Electric cooling fan
FuseAmpereCircuit

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
PRIUS_U_(L/O_0802)
Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a
tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or
excessive loading, either sepa-
rately or in combination, can caus e heat buildup and possible tire fail-
ure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation
pressure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressure The maximum cold inflated
pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, s hown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended
inflation pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer.
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of trans-
mission, power steering, power brakes, power
windows, power seats, radio and heater, to the
extent that these items
are available as factory-
installed equipment (whether installed or not)
Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded
vehicle weight The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant
weight 150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
* that
follows

502 Alphabetical index
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Engine compartment cover..... 365
Engine/power control unit coolant
Capacity ................................467
Checking ............................... 371
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 177
Engine oil Capacity ................................466
Checking ............................... 365
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 177
Engine oil maintenance data ......................................... 369
Event data recorder .................424
Floor mats.................................335
Fluid
Brake .....................................373
Washer .................................. 378
Fog lights
Switch.................................... 156
Wattage .................................471
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............101
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light.........................429
Front seats Adjustment .............................. 57
Front turn signal lights
Wattage .................................471
Fuel Capacity ................................464
Fuel gauge ............................ 143
Gas station information .........512
Information ............................ 472
Refueling ................................. 78
Type ......................................472
Fuel door.....................................78
Fuel filler door ............................ 78
Fuses......................................... 398 Garage door opener ................ 339
Gas station information .......... 512
Gauges...................................... 143
Glove box ................................. 323
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ................ 272
Head restraints........................... 62
Headlights
Discharge headlights precautions ......................... 414
Replacing light bulbs ............. 407
Switch ................................... 150
Wattage................................. 471
Heaters Side mirror ............................ 217
Hood.......................................... 361
Hooks
Cargo .................................... 336
Hybrid system Emergency shut off system..... 27
Energy monitor /
consumption screen ............. 27
High-voltage components ....... 26
Power switch ......................... 130
Illuminated entry system......... 318
Immobilizer system ................... 81
I/M test ...................................... 356
Identification Engine ................................... 463
Vehicle .................................. 463
Ignition switch.......................... 130
Indicator lights ......................... 146
Initialization Items to initialize ................... 491
Inside rear view mirror .............. 71
Instrument panel light control .................................... 144
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Interior lights
Interior lights ......................... 320
Switch ................................... 320
Wattage ................................ 471
Jack Positioning the jack .............. 362
Replacing the wheel ............. 438
Jack handle.............................. 438
Keys Electronic key ......................... 49
If you lose your keys............. 449
If your electronic key ............ 450
Key number plate ................... 35
Keyless entry .......................... 36
Keys ....................................... 34
“POWER” switch .................. 130
Mechanical key....................... 34
Wireless remote control.......... 49
Light bulbs Replacing ............................. 407
Wattage ................................ 471
Lights
Fog light switch..................... 156
Headlights switch ................. 150
Interior lights list ................... 318
Replacing light bulbs ............ 407
Turn signal lever ................... 140
Vanity lights .......................... 330
Wattage ................................ 471
Load capacity .......................... 176
Maintenance Do-it-yourself
maintenance ...................... 357
General maintenance ........... 353
Maintenance data ................. 462
Maintenance requirements ...................... 351 Meter
Instrument panel light control .................................144
Meters ...................................143
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror.............71
Side mirror heater .................217
Side mirrors .............................73
Vanity mirrors ........................330
MP3 disc ...................................254
Odometer ..................................143
Oil Engine oil ..............................365
Opener Fuel filler door .........................78
Hood......................................361
Back door ................................54
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding ...............73
Outside temperature
display ....................................189
Overheating, Hybrid system ....................................456
Parking brake ...........................142
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs .............407
Switch....................................150
Wattage .................................471
Personal lights .........................320
Power meter .............................143
Power outlet .............................332
Power windows ..........................75
Radiator ....................................373
Radio .........................................225
RDS (Radio Data System) .......227
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .............407
Wattage .................................471
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