2009 TOYOTA PRIUS air conditioning

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior
featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt
instructions for Canadian owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Headlight switch .................. 152
Fog light switch ................... 155
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 156
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 158
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ...................... 159
Rear view monitor system... 163
Driving assist systems ........ 166
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ............. 169
Vehicle load limits ............... 172
Winter driving tips ............... 173
Trailer towing ...................... 177
Dinghy towing ..................... 178
3-1. Using the touch screen Touch screen ...................... 182
Setting the touch screen (Vehicles with AUX
adapter) ............................ 187
Setting the touch screen (Vehicles without AUX
adapter) ............................ 192 3-2. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system (Vehicles with
AUX adapter) ................... 197
Automatic air conditioning system (Vehicles without
AUX adapter) ................... 204
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ........................... 211
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ......................... 213
3-3. Using the audio system Audio system type (Vehicle with AUX adapter) ............ 215
Audio system type (Vehicle without AUX adapter) ....... 218
Using the radio (Vehicle with AUX adapter) ............ 221
Using the radio (Vehicle without AUX adapter) ....... 230
Using the CD player (Vehicle with AUX
adapter) ............................ 235
Using the CD player (Vehicle without AUX
adapter) ............................ 243
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ................................. 250
Optimal use of the audio (Vehicle with AUX
adapter) ............................ 259
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Optimal use of the audio system (Vehicle without
AUX adapter) ................... 263
Using the AUX adapter ...... 265
Using the steering switches ........................... 266
3-4. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ........... 269
Using the Bluetooth
®
phone ............................... 274
Setting the hands-free system (for cellular
phone) .............................. 288
3-5. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 315
3-6. Using the storage features List of storage features....... 319
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors .......................... 326
Vanity mirror ....................... 327
Clock .................................. 328
Power outlet ....................... 329
Armrest............................... 331
Floor mats .......................... 332
Luggage compartment features ............................ 333
Garage door opener ........... 336 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle’s exterior ............... 342
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle’s interior ................ 344
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 347
General maintenance ......... 349
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 352
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 353
Hood ................................... 357
Positioning a floor jack........ 358
Engine compartment .......... 360
Tires.................................... 375
Tire inflation pressure ......... 384
Wheels................................ 388
Air conditioning filter ........... 390
Electronic key battery ......... 392
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 394
Light bulbs .......................... 403
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High voltage componentsTake care when handling the hybrid sy stem, as it contains a high volt-
age system (about 500V 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
color)
Power control unit
Electric motor (Traction
motor)
Hybrid battery (Traction bat-
tery)
Service plug
Caution label

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3-1. Using the touch screenTouch screen ................... 182
Setting the touch screen (Vehicles with AUX
adapter) ......................... 187
Setting the touch screen (Vehicles without AUX
adapter) ......................... 192
3-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system (Vehicles with
AUX adapter) ................. 197
Automatic air conditioning system (Vehicles without
AUX adapter) ................. 204
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ......................... 211
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ....................... 213

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3-1. Using the touch screen
Touch screen
By touching the screen with your finger, you can control the audio
system and air-conditioning, adjust the screen display etc.
Vehicles with navigation system
Vehicles without navigation system (Type A)

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Screen settingsPress .
Touch on the “Information” screen.
The following screen settings can be changed.
Automatic transition
20 seconds after air-conditioning
or audio system use, the system
will return the display to the previ-
ous screen.
Switch color
You can select the switch color.
Personal data deletion
The following personal data is
deleted:
• User selection settings
• Phone book data
• Dialed numbers and receivedcalls
• Speed dial
• Bluetooth
® phone data
• Security code
• Maintenance conditions
*
• Maintenance information “off” setting
*
• Memory points*
• Areas to avoid*
• Previous points*
• Route trace*
*
:If the navigation system is equipped
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Screen settings
Press .
Touch on the “Information” screen.
The following screen settings can be changed.
Automatic transition
20 seconds after air-conditioning
or audio system use, the system
will return the display to the previ-
ous screen.
Background color
You can select the background
color.
STEP1
STEP2