2013 TOYOTA PRIUS C inflation pressure

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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3-4. Using the interior lightsInterior lights list ................. 319
• Interior lights/personal lights .................. 320
3-5. Using the storage features List of storage features....... 322
• Glove box ......................... 323
• Console box ..................... 323
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 325
• Cup holders ...................... 327
• Bottle holders ................... 328
3-6. Other interior features Sun visors .......................... 330
Vanity mirrors ..................... 331
Outside temperature display .............................. 332
Power outlet ....................... 334
Seat heaters ....................... 335
Coat hooks ......................... 337
Assist grips ......................... 338
Floor mat ............................ 339
Luggage cover ................... 341 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 344
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 347
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 350
General maintenance ......... 353
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 357
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 358
Hood ................................... 362
Positioning a floor jack........ 364
Engine compartment .......... 366
12-volt battery ..................... 377
Tires.................................... 382
Tire inflation pressure ......... 390
Wheels................................ 394
Air conditioning filter ........... 397
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery ....... 399
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 402
Light bulbs .......................... 413
4Maintenance and care

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Tires
●Rotation
● Replacement
● Inflation pressure
● Information
P. 382
P. 459
P. 390
P. 505
: If equipped
Back door P. 71
Side doors P. 65
Rear window defoggerP. 245
License plate lights P. 202
Rear window wiper P. 212
Rear turn signal lights P. 176
Tail and rear side
marker lights
P. 202
Fuel filler door P. 105

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1-1. Hybrid system
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Before driving
■
Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently. Improper tire
inflation pressure can cause poor fuel consumption.
Also, as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction, their use on dry
roads can lead to poor fuel consumption. Use a tire that is appropriate
for the season.
■Luggage
Carrying heavy luggage can lead to poor fuel consumption. Avoid car-
rying unnecessary luggage. Installing a large roof rack can also cause
poor fuel consumption.
■Warming up before driving
Since the gasoline engine starts up and cuts out automatically when
cold, warming up the engine is unnecessary. Moreover, frequently driv-
ing short distances will cause the engine to repeatedly warm up, which
can lead to poor fuel consumption.

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2-4. Using other
driving systems
2
When driving
CAUTION
■The ABS does not opera te effectively when
● The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded (such as
excessively worn tires on a snow covered road).
● The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads.
■ Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of nor-
mal conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always
maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, especially in the fol-
lowing situations:
● When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
● When driving with tire chains
● When driving over bumps in the road
● When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces
■ TRAC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if the TRAC system is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.
■ When the TRAC/VSC/ABS are activated
The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may
cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator light flashes.
■ Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern and
total load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the
recommended tire inflation pressure level.
The ABS, TRAC and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires
are installed on the vehicle.
Contact your Toyota dealer for further information when replacing tires or
wheels.
■ Handling of tires and the suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect
the driving assist systems, and may cause a system to malfunction.

Maintenance and care4
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ......... 344
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .......... 347
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................. 350
General maintenance....... 353
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 357
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions .................... 358
Hood ................................ 362
Positioning a floor jack ..... 364
Engine compartment ........ 366
12-volt battery .................. 377
Tires ................................. 382
Tire inflation pressure ...... 390
Wheels ............................. 394
Air conditioning filter......... 397
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery ..... 399
Checking and replacing fuses .............................. 402
Light bulbs........................ 413

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Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors • Do the doors operate smoothly?
Engine hood • Does the engine hood lock sys-
tem work properly?
Fluid leaks • There should not be any signs of
fluid leakage after the vehicle has
been parked.
Tires • Is the tire inflation pressure cor-
rect?
• The tires should not be dam- aged or excessively worn.
• Have the tires been rotated according to the maintenance
schedule?
• The wheel nuts should not be loose.
CAUTION
■ If the hybrid system is operating
Turn the hybrid system off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation
before performing maintenance checks.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
ItemsParts and tools
Engine oil level ( P. 367)• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( P. 402)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Light bulbs ( P. 413)• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
• Wrench
Radiator and condenser (P. 373)
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Tire inflation pressure ( P. 390) • Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(P. 376) • Water or washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Tires
Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance sched-
ules and treadwear.
■Checking tires
New tread
Treadwear indicator
Worn tread
The location of treadwear
indicators is shown by the
“TWI” or “” marks, etc.,
molded on the sidewall of
each tire.
Check spare tire condition
and pressure if not rotated.
■ Tire rotation
Rotate the tires in the order
shown.
To equalize tire wear and
extend tire life, Toyota recom-
mends that tire rotation is
carried out at the same inter-
val as tire inspection.
Do not fail to initialize the tire
pressure warning system
after tire rotation.
■Tire pressure warning system
Your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure warning system
that uses tire pressure warning valves and transmitters to detect
low tire inflation pressure before serious problems arise.
(  P. 435)
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