2012 TOYOTA PRIUS PHV lights

350 2-5. Driving information
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47818U_(U)
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have
accumulated on the exterior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassis,
around the tires or on the brakes.
● Remove snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before
getting in the vehicle.
■ When driving the vehicle
Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a safe distance between you
and the vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced speed suitable to
road conditions.
■ When parking the vehicle
Park the vehicle and shift the shift position to P and block the
wheel under the vehicle without setting the parking brake. The
parking brake may freeze up, preventing it from being released.
If necessary, block the wheels to prevent inadvertent sliding or
creeping.

Interior features3
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3-1.Using the air conditioning
system
and defogger
Air conditioning system .... 358
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ......................... 369
Remote Air Conditioning System ........................... 371
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
switch ............................. 375
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types .......... 376
Using the AUX port/USB port................................. 381
3-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ............... 382
• Front interior lights ......... 383
• Personal lights ............... 383
• Rear interior light ........... 384 3-4. Using the storage features
List of storage features .... 385
• Glove boxes ................... 386
• Console box ................... 387
• Cup holders ................... 388
• Bottle holders ................. 390
• Auxiliary boxes ............... 391
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors ........................ 392
Vanity mirrors ................... 393
Outside temperature display............................ 394
Power outlets ................... 395
Seat heaters..................... 397
Armrest ............................ 399
Assist grips....................... 400
Floor mats ........................ 401
Luggage compartment features .......................... 403
Garage door opener......... 407
Safety Connect ................ 415

372 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47818U_(U)
■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.
■ 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.
■ Remote Air Conditioning System automatic shut-off
The system will automatically shut off under the following conditions:
● About 10 minutes have passed since operation began
● Any one of the operating conditions is not met
● There is only a slight difference between the air conditioning set temper-
ature and the inside temperature.
The system may also shut off if the charge level of the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) drops to low. ( P. 60)
■ Conditions affecting operation
The system may not start in the following situations:
● The charge level of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is low (P. 60)
● The air conditioning temperature is set at a high level or outside tempera-
ture is low
● When the hybrid system is cool (for example, after being left for a long
time in low temperatures)

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger
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Interior features
■Security feature
Any unlocked doors will be automatically locked when the system is operat-
ing. The buzzer will beep and the emergency flashers flash when the doors
have been locked or the system has been turned off.
(The doors locked: Once; The system turned off: Twice)
■ Conditions aff ecting operation
 P. 1 1 9
■ When using the Remote Air Conditioning System
A charging message will be displayed on the multi-information display. Dif-
ferent messages will be displayed depending on when the Remote Air Con-
ditioning System was started (after charging or during charging).
( P. 562)
■ While the Remote Air Conditio ning System is operating
● Depending on the operating condition of the Remote Air Conditioning
System, the electric fan may spin and an operating noise may be heard.
However, this does not indicate a malfunction.
● The Remote Air Conditioning System may stop operating temporarily if
other features that use electricity (for example, the seat heater, lights,
windshield wipers) are in operation or if the charge level of the 12-volt
battery becomes low.
■ Electronic key battery depletion
 P. 123
■ When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
 P. 123
■ Customization
Setting (e.g. Operation using the on the wireless remote control) can
be changed.
(Customizable features P. 645)

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3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list
Rear interior light (P. 384)
Front interior/personal lights ( P. 383)
Shift lever lighting
“POWER” switch lighting
Foot lights (if equipped)
Front door courtesy lights

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3-3. Using the interior lights
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Interior features
Front interior lights
Turns the lights off
Turns the door position on
Turns the lights on
Personal lightsTy p e A Turns the lights on/off
Ty p e B Turns the lights on/off
Front interior lights and personal lights

384 3-3. Using the interior lights
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47818U_(U)
Rear interior lightThe light will turn on/off in con-
junction with the front interior
lights
Turns the light on
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■Illuminated entry system
The lights automatically turn on/off according to “POWER” switch mode, the
presence of the electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and
whether the doors are opened/closed.
■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
If the interior lights remain on when the door is not fully closed and the inte-
rior light switch (door position on/off) is on, the lights will go off automatically
after 20 minutes.
■ Customization
Setting (e.g. The time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 643)
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is
off.
Rear interior light

386 3-4. Using the storage features
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47818U_(U)
Glove boxesUpper glove box Push the button.
Lower glove box Push the button.
■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 when not in use. In the event of sudden braking
or sudden swerving, an accident may occur due to an occupant being struck
by the open glove box or the items stored inside.
Glove boxes