2012 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUS trailer

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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle .............. 202
Power (ignition) switch ........ 214
EV drive mode .................... 221
Hybrid transmission ............ 224
Turn signal lever ................. 233
Parking brake...................... 234
Horn .................................... 235
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ............ 236
Indicators and warning
lights ................................. 248
Head-up display .................. 253
2-3. Operating the lights
and windshield wipers
Headlight switch.................. 261
Fog light switch ................... 266
Windshield wipers
and washer ....................... 268
Rear window wiper
and washer ....................... 272
Headlight cleaner switch ..... 2742-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ..................... 275
Dynamic radar cruise
control .............................. 280
Driving assist systems........ 298
Hill-start assist control ........ 304
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety
System) ............................ 307
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage............. 316
Winter driving tips............... 319
Trailer towing...................... 323
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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle ............ 202
Power (ignition) switch...... 214
EV drive mode .................. 221
Hybrid transmission .......... 224
Turn signal lever ............... 233
Parking brake ................... 234
Horn .................................. 2352-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters .......... 236
Indicators and warning
lights ............................... 248
Head-up display ................ 253
2-3. Operating the lights
and windshield wipers
Headlight switch................ 261
Fog light switch ................. 266
Windshield wipers
and washer ..................... 268
Rear window wiper
and washer ..................... 272
Headlight cleaner switch ... 274
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control.................... 275
Dynamic radar cruise
control ............................. 280
Driving assist systems ...... 298
Hill-start assist control....... 304
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety
System) .......................... 307
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ........... 316
Winter driving tips ............. 319
Trailer towing .................... 323

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CAUTION
When the sensor may not be correctly detecting the vehicle ahead
Apply the brakes as necessary when any of the following types of vehicles
are in front of you.
As the sensor may not be able to correctly detect these types of vehicles,
the approach warning (P. 287) will not be activated, and a fatal or serious
accident may result.
Vehicles that cut in suddenly
Vehicles traveling at low speeds
Vehicles that are not moving
Vehicles with small rear ends (trailers with no load on board etc.)
Motorcycles traveling in the same lane
Conditions under which the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control may
not function correctly
Apply the brakes as necessary in the following conditions as the radar sen-
sor may not be able to correctly detect vehicles ahead, and a fatal or serious
accident may result:
When water or snow thrown up by the surrounding vehicles hinders the
functioning of the sensor
When your vehicle is pointing upwards (caused by a heavy load in the lug-
gage compartment etc.)
When the road curves or when the lanes are narrow
When steering wheel operation or your position in the lane is unstable
When the vehicle ahead of you decelerates suddenly

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PRIUS +_OM_OM47821E_(EE)
CAUTION
When the sensor may not be correctly detecting the vehicle ahead
Apply the brakes as necessary in any of the following situations.
When water or snow thrown up by the surrounding vehicles hinders the
functioning of the sensor
When your vehicle is pointing upwards (caused by a heavy load in the lug-
gage compartment etc.)
Vehicles that cut in suddenly
Vehicles with small rear ends (trailers with no load on board etc.)
Motorcycles traveling in the same lane
Handling the radar sensor
Observe the following to ensure the pre-crash safety system can function
effectively:
Keep the sensor and grille cover clean at all times.
Clean the sensor and grille cover with a soft cloth so you do not mark or
damage them.
Do not subject the sensor or surrounding area to a strong impact.
If the sensor moves even slightly off position, the system may become
inaccurate or malfunction. If the sensor or surrounding area is subject to a
strong impact, always have the area inspected and adjusted by any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
Do not disassemble the sensor.
Do not attach accessories or stickers to the sensor, grille cover or sur-
rounding area.
Do not modify or paint the sensor and grille cover.

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Trailer towing
Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.
Toyota also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or
the use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc.
Your vehicle is not designed for trailer towing or for the use of tow
hitch mounted carriers.

571 Alphabetical index
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Tail lights
Switch ................................... 261
Talk switch
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Telephone switch*
Theft deterrent system
Alarm..................................... 150
Double-locking system .......... 148
Immobilizer system ............... 143
Tire inflation pressure ............. 422
Tires
Chains ................................... 321
Checking ............................... 419
Compact spare tire................ 482
If you have a flat tire...... 482, 494
Inflation pressure .................. 422
Replacing .............................. 482
Rotating tires ......................... 419
Size ....................................... 550
Snow tires ............................. 319
Spare tire .............................. 482Tonneau cover ......................... 379
Touch tracer display ............... 255
Tools ................................. 482, 494
Towing
Emergency towing ................ 462
Trailer towing ........................ 323
TRC ........................................... 298
Traction control ....................... 298
Trailer towing ........................... 323
Transmission
Hybrid transmission .............. 224
P position switch ................... 227
Trip information ....................... 241
Trip meter ................................. 237
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 445
Switch ................................... 233
Wattage ................................ 551
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*: Refer to ““touch screen” Owner’s Manual”
or “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.