2010 TOYOTA PRIUS lights

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3-3. Using the hands-free system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free system 
(for cellular phone) ......... 326
Using the hands-free 
system ........................... 329
Making a phone call ......... 338
Setting a cellular phone ... 344
Security and system 
setup .............................. 350
Using the phone book ...... 354
3-4. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ............... 363
• Personal/interior light main 
switch ............................. 364
• Personal/interior lights ... 365
• Interior light .................... 365 3-5. Using the storage features
List of storage features .... 367
• Glove boxes ................... 368
• Console box ................... 369
• Overhead console .......... 370
• Card holder .................... 371
• Cup holders ................... 372
• Bottle holders ................. 374
• Auxiliary box .................. 375
3-6. Other interior features Sun visors ........................ 376
Vanity mirror..................... 377
Outside temperature 
display............................ 378
Power outlets ................... 379
Seat heaters..................... 381
Armrest ............................ 383
Floor mats ........................ 384
Luggage compartment 
features .......................... 385
Garage door opener......... 389
Safety Connect ................ 395

286 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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■Operating conditions
The system will only operate if all of the following conditions are met:
● The shift position is in “P”.
● The “POWER” switch is OFF.
● All doors are closed.
● The hood is closed.
● The brake pedal is not being depressed.
● The air conditioning is not set to MAX HOT.
■ When leaving the vehicle
● Check that the headlights are switched to either off or “AUTO”.
● Check that the wiper switch is turned off.
● Check that all windows are closed.
● Check the temperature setting of the air conditioning system. 
The Remote Air Conditioning System will operate in accordance with the
temperature settings of the air conditioning system.
■ Remote Air Conditioning System automatic shut-off
The system will automatically shut off under the following conditions:
● About 3 minutes have passed since operation began
● Any one of the operating conditions is not met
The system may also shut off if the charge level of the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) drops to low. ( P. 188)
■ Conditions affecting operation
The system may not start in the following situations:
● The charge level of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is low (P. 188)
● The air conditioning temperature is set at a high level

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3-4. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list
Your Toyota is equipped with an illuminated entry system to assist in
entering the vehicle. Due to the fu nction of the system, the lights
shown in the following illustration automatically turn on/off accord-
ing to the presence of the electr onic key, whether the doors are
locked/unlocked, whether the door s are opened/closed, and the
“POWER” switch mode.
Interior light ( P. 365)
Personal/interior light ( P. 365)
Shift lever lighting
“POWER” switch lighting
Foot lights (if equipped)
Front door courtesy lights

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Personal/interior light main switchType A “OFF”
The personal/interior lights and
interior light can be individually
turned on or off.
Door position
The personal/interior lights and
interior light automatically turn on/
off according to the presence of
the electronic key, whether the
doors are locked/unlocked,
whether the doors are opened/
closed, and the “POWER” switch
mode.
On
The personal/interior lights and
interior light cannot be individually
turned off.
Type B
ITO34P102
Personal/interior light main switch

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Personal/interior lights
Type A On/off
The illuminated entry system is
activated even if the light is
turned off when the personal/
interior light main switch is in door
position.
Type BOn/off
The illuminated entry system is
activated even if the light is
turned off when the personal/
interior light main switch is in door
position.
Interior light
Door position
On
The interior lights are turned on/
off by the illuminated entry sys-
tem. When the personal/interior
light main switch is in the “OFF”
position, the lights will not turn on
even if the door is opened with
the interior light switch in door
position.
ITO34P111
Personal/interior lights and interior light

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■To prevent 12 volt battery discharge
If the interior lights and personal lights on when the door is not fully closed or
the interior light switch in door position, the lights will go off automatically
after 20 minutes.
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Setting (e.g. The time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed. 
(Customizable features P. 587)

368 3-5. Using the storage features
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Glove boxesUpper glove box Push the button.
Lower glove box Push the button.
ITO35P103
ITO35P101
■Glove box light (lower glove box only)
The glove box light turns on when the tail lights are on.
CAUTION
■While driving
Keep the glove box closed. 
Injuries may result in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an
accident.
Glove boxes

406 4-1. Maintenance and care
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CAUTION
■Caution about the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot. 
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled
sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.
NOTICE
■ To protect your vehicle’s painted surfaces
Do not use organic cleaners such as benzine or gasoline.
■ Cleaning the exterior lights
● Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush. 
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
● Do not apply wax on the surface of the lights. Wax may cause damage to
the lenses.