2011 TOYOTA PRIUS flat tire

REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM
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The rear view monitor system assists
the driver by displaying an image of the
view behind the vehicle while backing
up. The left and right displayed on the
screen are the same as those of the in-
side rear view mirror.
To display the rear view image on the
screen, shift to “R” when the “POWER”
switch is in ON mode.
If you move the shift position out of “R”, the
screen returns to the previous screen.
Operating another function of the
navigation system will display another
screen.
The rear view monitor system is a supple-
ment device intended to assist back up.
When backing up, be sure to check behind
and all around the vehicle visually.
CAUTION
Never depend on the rear view
monitor system entirely when
backing up. Always make sure
your intended path is clear.
Use caution, just as you would
when backing up any vehicle.
Never back up while looking only at
the screen. The image on the
screen is different from actual
conditions. Depicted distances
between objects and flat surfaces
will differ from actual distance. If
you back up while looking only at
the screen, you may hit a vehicle, a
person or an object. When backing
up, be sure to check behind and all
around the vehicle visually and
with mirrors before proceeding.
Do not use the system when the
back door is not completely
closed.
Use your own eyes to confirm the
vehicle’s surroundings, as the dis-
played image may become faint or
dark, and moving images will be
distorted, or not entirely visible
when the outside temperature is
low. When backing up, be sure to
check behind and all around the ve-
hicle visually and with mirror be-
fore proceeding.
Do not use the system in the follow-
ing cases:
On icy or slick road surfaces, or
in snow.
When using tire chains or emer-
gency tires.
On an uneven road, such as a
slope.
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ADVANCED PARKING GUIDANCE SYSTEM
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The advanced parking guidance sys-
tem helps back up parking by display-
ing a rearview image in order to pro-
vide a reference for back up
maneuvering, as well as automatically
controlling the steering wheel when
backing into a target parking position
set on the screen. The system will not
automatically back up or regulate
speed.
The advanced parking guidance system is
not an automatic parking system. It is a
system to assist back up parking.
As the system only assists with parking in
a set target parking position, there are
times when the system will be unable to
render this assistance, depending on fac-
tors such as road surface or vehicle condi-
tion, or the distance to the set target park-
ing position.
Depending on the characteristics of the
camera lens, the distance to or position of
people or obstacles shown on the screen
may differ slightly from actual conditions.
SELECTING A LANGUAGE
See “  Selecting a language” on page 254
for the procedure to select a language.
Once you select a language, the advanced
parking guidance system will indicate that
language until you select another lan-
guage.CAUTION
Never depend on the advanced
parking guidance system entirely
when backing up. Always make
sure your intended path is clear.
Use caution, just as you would
when backing up any vehicle.
Never back up while looking only at
the screen. The image on the
screen is different from actual
conditions. Depicted distances
between objects and flat surfaces
will differ from actual distances. If
you back up while looking only at
the screen, you may hit a vehicle, a
person or an object. When backing
up, be sure to check behind and all
around the vehicle visually and
with mirrors before proceeding.
Back up slowly, using the brake
pedal to control the vehicle’s
speed.
If you seem likely to hit nearby ve-
hicles, obstacles or people, de-
press the brake pedal to stop the
vehicle, and then disable the sys-
tem by touching on the
screen.
Use the system for flat spaces.
As the steering wheel moves auto-
matically in the parallel parking as-
sist mode and parking assist
mode, be aware of the following
points:
Keep clothing such as neckties,
scarves and long sleeves away
from the steering wheel, as they
may become entangled. Also,
keep children away from the
steering wheel.
If you have long fingernails, be
careful not to injure yourself
when the steering wheel moves.
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ADVANCED PARKING GUIDANCE SYSTEM
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If there is a problem, stop the ve-
hicle and disable the system by
touching on the screen.
Be sure to check that the vehicle
can actually park in the target
space before beginning operation.
Do not use the system in the follow-
ing conditions:
Outside of parking areas
In unprepared parking area such
as gravel or sand
In parking areas that are crooked
or have level variations
On slippery or icy roads, or in
snow
If the asphalt is melted due to
harsh sunlight
If there are obstacles in the tar-
get parking position (inside the
green frame), or obstacles be-
tween the vehicle and the park-
ing space
If there are a large number of ve-
hicles or pedestrians passing
In areas unsuitable for parking
(overly small parking space, cliff
etc.)
If the image is hard to see due to
dirt, direct sunlight, shadow or
snow on the camera lens
If you are using tire chains or
emergency tire(s)
Do not use tires other than those
installed by the manufacturer, as
the system may not function cor-
rectly. Furthermore, if you change
the tires, there may be errors in the
positions of the lines and frames
displayed on the screen. If you
wish to change your t ires, see your
Toyota dealer .
In the following conditions, as-
sisted parking in the set parking
position may not be possible:
The tires are extremely worn, or
the tire inflation pressure is low
You are carrying an extremely
heavy load
There is a load in one side of the
vehicle only, causing the vehicle
to lean
Tires have received a strong im-
pact, such as bumping against a
curb, resulting in improper
wheel alignment
Do not use the system when the
back door is not completely
closed.
If the back of the vehicle is hit, the
position and mounting angle of the
camera may change. Be sure to
have the camera’s position and
mounting angle checked at your
Toyota dealer.
As the camera has a water proof
construction, do not detach, disas-
semble or modify it. This may
cause incorrect operation.
If the temperature changes rapidly,
such as when hot water is poured
on the vehicle in cold weather, the
system may not operate normally.
If the camera lens becomes dirty, it
cannot transmit a clear image. If
water droplets, snow, or mud ad-
here to the lens, rinse with water
and wipe with a soft cloth. If the
lens is extremely dirty, wash it with
a mild cleanser and rinse.
If you scrape the camera cover, or
scrub it with a hard brush or an
abrasive agent, you may scratch
the cover, leading to poor picture
quality.

ADVANCED PARKING GUIDANCE SYSTEM
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MessageCauseWhat to do
! Parking position cannot be
set.Not in an area where sys-
tem use is possible.Change the vehicle’s posi-
tion, referring to the help
function.
! Check APGS system.
Have your vehicle checked
by a dealer.There is a malfunction in
the system.Have your vehicle checked
by your Toyota dealer.
! Use on flat surface.The vehicle has rolled
forward on a sloped
road.
The vehicle does not
move even if you take
your foot off the brake
pedal.
Do not attempt to use the
system in those sorts of
conditions.
! System cannot guide un-
der current conditions.If the message is displayed
only when the system is op-
erating, it is likely that the
tires are worn, or tire infla-
tion pressure is low.Check tires for wear and
pressure.
If the message is displayed
constantly, there is most
likely a malfunction.Turn the “POWER” switch
to OFF, then to ON mode.
If the message is still
displayed, have the vehicle
checked by your Toyota
dealer.
The vehicle has skidded or
the tires have been locked.Do not attempt to use the
system on a slippery road
such as snowy road.
! APGS not available now.The system has temporari-
ly overheated.Turn the “POWER” switch
to OFF, then to ON mode.
Wait a few moments before
use.
There is a malfunction in
the voice guidance system.Have your vehicle checked
by your Toyota dealer.
The hybrid system has not
been started.Turn the “POWER” switch
to ON mode and start the
hybrid system. If the mes-
sage is still displayed, have
the vehicle checked by
your Toyota dealer.
! Release parking brake.The parking brake has
been applied.Release the parking brake.
! Too much force applied to
the steering wheel.You are exerting too much
pressure on the steering
wheel.Loosen your grip on the
steering wheel.
— What to do when this sort of message is displayed