2012 TOYOTA PRIUS key

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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1-1. Hybrid systemHybrid system features ........ 30
Hybrid system precautions ........................ 36
Energy monitor/consumption screen ................................ 42
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..................................... 56
1-2. Key information Keys ..................................... 58
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Smart key system (with entry function) ............ 61
Smart key system (without entry function) ....... 79
Wireless remote control ....... 85
Side doors ............................ 87
Back door ............................. 93
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ........................... 99
Rear seats .......................... 102
Head restraints ................... 105
Seat belts ........................... 109
Steering wheel ................... 117
Inside rear view mirror........ 118
Outside rear view mirrors .............................. 121 1-5. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows................... 123
Moon roof with Solar Panel ................................ 126
1-6. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .................................... 131
1-7. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system ............. 135
Theft prevention labels (for the U.S.A.) ................. 137
1-8. Safety information Correct driving posture ....... 138
SRS airbags ....................... 140
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 154
Child restraint systems ....... 160
Installing child restraints ..... 165
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior............ 396
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior............. 399
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ..................... 402
General maintenance.......... 405
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................... 409
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 410
Hood ................................... 413
Positioning a floor jack ........ 416
Engine compartment ........... 419
12-volt battery ..................... 431
Tires .................................... 437
Tire inflation pressure ......... 447
Wheels ................................ 451
Electronic key battery.......... 454
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 456
Light bulbs........................... 467 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers............ 484
If your vehicle needs to be towed........................... 485
If you think something is wrong ............................ 492
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds.............................. 493
If a warning message is displayed ...................... 507
If you have a flat tire ........... 523
If the hybrid system will not start ............................ 538
If you lose your keys........... 540
If the electronic key does not operate properly ......... 541
If the 12-volt battery is discharged........................ 543
If your vehicle overheats .... 549
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 554
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ....................... 556
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CAUTION
■General precautions while driving
Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influ-
ence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehi-
cle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and
reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that could result in
death or serious injury.
Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other
drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.
Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that dis-
tracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or
reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you,
your occupants or others.
■ General precaution regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to
have or use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral.
There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with
the windows, the moon roof, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat
build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to
children.
■ Disposal of the hybrid battery (traction battery)
If your vehicle is disposed of without the hybrid battery (traction battery) hav-
ing been removed, there is a danger of serious electric shock if high voltage
parts, cables and their connectors are touched. In the event that your vehicle
must be disposed of, the hybrid battery (traction battery) must be disposed
of by your Toyota dealer or a qualified service shop. If the hybrid battery
(traction battery) is not disposed of properly, it may cause electric shock that
can result in death or serious injury.

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1-1. Hybrid systemHybrid system features ...... 30
Hybrid system precautions ...................... 36
Energy monitor/consumption screen .............................. 42
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ................................... 56
1-2. Key information Keys ................................... 58
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Smart key system (with entry function) ......... 61
Smart key system (without entry function) .... 79
Wireless remote control .............................. 85
Side doors .......................... 87
Back door ........................... 93
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ......................... 99
Rear seats........................ 102
Head restraints................. 105
Seat belts ......................... 109
Steering wheel ................. 117
Inside rear view mirror ..... 118
Outside rear view mirrors............................ 121 1-5. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows ................ 123
Moon roof with Solar Panel.............................. 126
1-6. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ................................. 131
1-7. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system .......... 135
Theft prevention labels (for the U.S.A.) ............... 137
1-8. Safety information Correct driving posture..... 138
SRS airbags ..................... 140
Front passenger occupant classification
system ........................... 154
Child restraint systems..... 160
Installing child restraints ........................ 165

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1-2. Key information
Keys
Using the mechanical keyTo take out the mechanical key,
push the release button and take
the key out.
After using the mechanical key,
store it in the electronic key. Carry
the mechanical key together with
the electronic key. If the electronic
key battery is depleted or the
entry function does not operate
properly, you will need the
mechanical key. (P. 541)
The following keys are provid ed with the vehicle.
Electronic keys
• Operating the smart key
system ( P. 61, 79)
• Operating the wireless remote control function
( P. 85)
• Operating the Remote Air Conditioning System
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(  P. 342)
Mechanical keys
Key number plate
*: If equipped

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1-2. Key information
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Before driving
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Key number plate
Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the
event that a mechanical key is lost, a new key can be made at your Toyota
dealer using the key number plate. ( P. 540)
■ When riding in an aircraft
When bringing an electronic key onto an aircraft, make sure you do not
press any buttons on the electronic key while inside the aircraft cabin. If you
are carrying an electronic key in your bag etc., ensure that the buttons are
not likely to be pressed accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the elec-
tronic key to emit radio waves that could interfere with the operation of the
aircraft.

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NOTICE
■To prevent key damage
Observe the following:
●Do not drop the keys, subject them to strong shocks or bend them.
● Do not expose the keys to high temperatures for long periods of time.
● Do not get the keys wet or wash them in an ultrasonic washer etc.
● Do not attach metallic or magnetic materials to the keys or place the keys
close to such materials.
● Do not disassemble the keys.
● Do not attach a sticker or anything else to the surface of the electronic key.
● Do not place the keys near objects that produce magnetic fields, such as
TVs, audio systems and glass top ranges, or medical electrical equipment,
such as low-frequency therapy equipment.
■ Carrying the electronic key on your person
Carry the electronic key 3.9 in. (10 cm) or more away from electric appli-
ances that are turned on. Radio waves emitted from electric appliances
within 3.9 in. (10 cm) of the electronic key may interfere with the key, causing
the key to not function properly.
■ In case of a smart key system malf unction or other key-related prob-
lems
Take your vehicle with all the electronic keys provided with your vehicle to
your Toyota dealer.
■ When a vehicle key is lost
If the key remains lost, the risk of vehicle theft increases significantly. Visit
your Toyota dealer immediately with all remaining electronic keys that was
provided with your vehicle.

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Before driving
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Smart key system (with entr y function)
The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the
electronic key on your person, for example in your pocket.
(The driver should always carry the electronic key.)
Unlocks and locks the side doors ( P. 6 2 )
Unlocks and locks the back door ( P. 63)
Starts and stops the hybrid system ( P. 192)