2013 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUS inflation pressure

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 376
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 381
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements..................... 384
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ....................... 387
Hood ................................... 391
Positioning a floor jack ........ 394
Engine compartment........... 397
12-volt battery ..................... 407
Tires .................................... 413
Tire inflation pressure ......... 416
Wheels ................................ 419
Air conditioning filter ........... 421
Electronic key battery ......... 424
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................. 427
Light bulbs .......................... 4395-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 454
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ............................... 455
If you think something is
wrong ............................... 462
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 463
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with spare
tire) ................................... 476
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles without a spare
tire) ................................... 488
If the hybrid system
will not start ...................... 510
If you lose your keys .......... 512
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ......... 513
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ....................... 516
If your vehicle overheats .... 522
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................. 528
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in
an emergency .................. 530
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises

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Fuel filler door P. 134
Rear turn signal lights P. 225
Rear window defogger P. 335
Tires
Rotation
Replacement
Inflation pressure
P. 413
P. 476, 488
P. 544
Tail lights P. 253
Camera*
Side doors P. 89Back door P. 92
Rear window wiper
P. 264
License plate lights
P. 253
: If equipped
*: Refer to ““touch screen” Owner’s manual”
or “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Rear fog light (left-hand drive vehicles) P. 258
Rear fog light
(right-hand
drive vehicles)
P. 258

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Highway driving
Control your speed and keep at a constant speed. Also, before
stopping at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release
the accelerator and gently apply the brakes. A greater amount of
electrical energy can be retained when slowing down.
Air conditioning on/off
Switch the air conditioning ( ) to off when it is not needed.
Doing so can help control excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: In high temperatures, use the recirculated air mode.
Doing so will help to reduce the burden on the air conditioner
and reduce fuel consumption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline engine will not automatically cut
out until the gasoline engine and the interior of the vehicle are
warm, it will consume fuel. Also, fuel consumption can be
improved by avoiding overuse of the heater.
Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently.
Improper tire inflation pressure can cause poor fuel consump-
tion.
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.

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CAUTION
Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the specified size and of the same 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 and VSC systems will not function correctly if different tires are
installed on the vehicle.
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional 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.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ......... 376
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior .......... 381
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements................... 384
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ..................... 387
Hood ................................. 391
Positioning a floor jack ...... 394
Engine compartment......... 397
12-volt battery ................... 407
Tires .................................. 413
Tire inflation pressure ....... 416
Wheels .............................. 419
Air conditioning filter ......... 421
Electronic key battery ....... 424
Checking and replacing
fuses ............................... 427
Light bulbs ........................ 439

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ItemsParts and tools
Engine oil level (P. 398)
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding
engine oil)
Fuses (P. 427)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Light bulbs (P. 439)
• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
• Wrench
Radiator and condenser
(P. 404)
Tire inflation pressure (P. 416)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid (P. 405)
• Water or washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding
water or washer fluid)

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Maintenance and care
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CAUTION
When inspecting or replacing tires
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
Failure to do so may cause damage to parts of the drive train as well as dan-
gerous handling characteristics, which may lead to an accident resulting in
death or serious injury.
Do not mix tires of different makes, models or tread patterns.
Also, do not mix tires of remarkably different treadwear.
Do not use tire sizes other than those recommended by Toyota.
Do not mix differently constructed tires (radial, bias-belted or bias-ply
tires).
Do not mix summer, all season and snow tires.
Do not use tires that have been used on another vehicle.
Do not use tires if you do not know how they were used previously.
NOTICE
Driving on rough roads
Take particular care when driving on roads with loose surfaces or potholes.
These conditions may cause losses in tire inflation pressure, reducing the
cushioning ability of the tires. In addition, driving on rough roads may cause
damage to the tires themselves, as well as the vehicle’s wheels and body.
If tire inflation pressure of each tire becomes low while driving
Do not continue driving, or your tires and/or wheels may be ruined.

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Tire inflation pressure
Effects of incorrect tire inflation pressure
Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure may result in the following:
Reduced fuel efficiency
Reduced driving comfort and tire life
Reduced safety
Damage to the drive train
If a tire needs frequent inflating, have it checked by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Make sure to maintain the proper tire inflation pressure. Tire inflation
pressure should be checked at least once per month. However,
Toyota recommends that tire inflation pressure be checked once
every two weeks. (P. 544)