2010 TOYOTA PRIUS key

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1-2. Key information
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Before driving
PRIUS_U (OM47668U) U.S.A.
*1: A message will be shown on the multi-information display in the instru-
ment cluster.
*2: If the hybrid system does not start when the electronic key is inside the vehicle, the electronic key battery may be depleted or there may be dif-
ficulties receiving signal from the key. ( P. 541)
■ If the smart key system does not operate properly
 P. 542
■ When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
 P. 460
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. smart key system) can be changed. 
(Customizable features P. 587)
AlarmSituationCorrection procedure
Interior alarm
pings once
*1
The electronic key has a
low battery Replace the electronic
key battery
An attempt was made to
start the hybrid system
without the electronic key
being present, or the elec-
tronic key was not func-
tioning normally Start the hybrid sys-
tem with the elec-
tronic key present
*2
Interior alarm
pings once and
exterior alarm
sounds 3 times
*1
The driver’s door was
closed after the key was
carried outside the vehicle,
and the “POWER” switch
was not turned OFF
Turn the “POWER”
switch OFF and close
the driver’s door again
An occupant carried the
electronic key outside the
vehicle and closed the
door while the “POWER”
switch was not OFF Bring the electronic
key back into the vehi-
cle

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■Certification for the smart key system
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: NI4TMLF8-2
FCC ID: HYQ14ACX FCC ID: HYQ14ADF 
FCC ID: HYQ13CZD FCC ID: HYQ13CZE
NOTE: 
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 interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING: 
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
For vehicles sold in Canada
NOTE: 
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
CAUTION
■ Caution regarding interfer ence with electronic devices
 P. 5 6

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■Panic mode
■ Door lock buzzer (vehicl es with entry function)
If a door or back door is not fully closed, a buzzer sounds continuously for 10
seconds if an attempt to lock the door is made. Fully close the door to stop
the buzzer, and lock the vehicle once more.
■ Electronic key battery depletion
● The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The battery becomes depleted
even if the electronic key is not used.) If the smart key system or the
wireless remote control function does not operate, or the detection area
becomes smaller, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when
necessary. (  P. 460)
● To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 3 ft.
(1 m) of the following electrical appliance that produce a magnetic field.
•TVs
• Personal computers
• Cellular phones, cordless phones and battery chargers
• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones
• Glass top ranges
• Table lamps
When is pushed for longer than
about one second, an alarm will sound for
about 60 seconds and the vehicle lights
will flash to deter any person from trying
to break into or damage your vehicle.
To stop the alarm, push any button on the
wireless remote control.

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Before driving
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■
Conditions aff ecting operation
The smart key system and wireless remote control use weak radio waves. In
the following situations, the communication between the electronic key and
the vehicle may be affected, preventing the smart key system and wireless
remote control from operating properly. (Ways of coping: P. 541)
● When the electronic key battery is depleted
● Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electri-
cal noise
● When carrying a portable radio, ce llular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication devices
● When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
● When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity
● When carrying or using the electronic key together with the following
devices that emit radio waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key
• A wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computer
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
● If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to
the rear window (vehicles with entry function)

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■Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
■ If the wireless remote cont rol does not operate properly
● Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the mechanical key. ( P. 541)
● Starting the hybrid system ( P. 162)
■ When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
 P. 460
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. 2-step unlocking function) can be changed. 
(Customizable features P. 587)

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Before driving
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Side doors
The vehicle can be locked and unlocked using the entry function,
wireless remote control or door lock switch.
■ Entry function (if equipped)
P. 4 3
■ Wireless remote control
P. 6 3
■ Keys
The doors can also be locked a nd unlocked with the mechanical
key. ( P. 541)
■ Door lock switch
Locks all doors
Unlocks all doors
■ Inside lock button
Locks the door
Unlocks the door
The front doors can be opened
by pulling the inside handles
even if the lock buttons are in
the lock position.

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Locking the front doors from the outside without a keyMove the inside lock button to the lock position.
Close the door.
The door cannot be locked if the “P OWER” switch is in ACCESSORY
or ON mode, or the electronic key is left inside the vehicle.
Depending on the position of the electronic key, the key may not be
detected correctly and the door may be locked.
Rear door child-protector lock
The door cannot be opened from
inside the vehicle when the locks
are set.
These locks can be set to prevent
children from opening the rear
doors. Push down on each rear
door switch to lock both rear
doors.
STEP1
STEP2

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Before driving
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Using the mechanical key
The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the mechanical key. 
( P. 541)
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. unlocking function using a key) can be changed. 
(Customizable features P. 587)
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident
Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle. 
Failing to do so may result in a door opening and an occupant falling out,
resulting in death or serious injury.
● Always use a seat belt.
● Always lock all doors.
● Ensure that all doors are properly closed.
● Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving. 
The doors may be opened and the passengers are thrown out of the vehi-
cle and it may result in death or serious injury. 
Be especially careful for the front doors, the door may be opened even if
the inside lock button is in locked position.
● Set the rear door child protector locks when children are seated in the rear
seat.