2013 TOYOTA PRIUS V heater

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system .............................. 280
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ........................... 293
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger
switch ............................... 295
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types ............ 296
3-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 301
• Interior lights .................... 302
• Personal lights ................. 303 3-4. Using the storage features
List of storage features ....... 305
• Glove boxes ..................... 307
• Console box ..................... 308
• Cup holders ...................... 309
• Bottle holders ................... 311
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 312
• Door pockets .................... 313
• Card holder ....................... 313
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors ........................... 314
Vanity mirrors ..................... 315
Clock................................... 316
Power outlets ...................... 317
Seat heaters ....................... 319
Armrest ............................... 321
Panoramic roof shades....... 322
Assist grips ......................... 326
Floor mats........................... 327
Luggage compartment features ............................ 329
Garage door opener ........... 333
Safety Connect ................... 341
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AUX port/USB port*
Power outlet P. 317
Seat heater switches P. 319
Air conditioning system P. 280
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror defoggers
P. 295
Pictorial indexInstrument panel
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1-1. Hybrid system
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Before driving
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Conditions in which the gasoline engine may not stop
The gasoline engine starts and stops automatically. However, it may not stop
automatically in the following conditions
*:
● During gasoline engine warm-up
● When the temperature of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is high or
low
● During hybrid battery (traction battery) charging
● When the heater is switched on
*: Depending on the circumstances, the gasoline engine may also not stop
automatically in situations other than those above.
■ Charging the hybrid battery (traction battery)
● As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery (traction battery), the
battery does not need to be charged from an outside source. However, if
the vehicle is left parked for a long time the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) will slowly discharge. For this reason, be sure to drive the vehicle at
least once every few months for at least 30 minutes or 10 miles (16 km).
If the hybrid battery (traction battery) becomes fully discharged and you
are unable to jump-start the vehicle with the 12-volt battery, contact your
Toyota dealer.
● If the shift position is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be
charged. Always shift the shift position in P when the vehicle is stopped.
When driving in heavy traffic, operate the vehicle with the shift position in
D or B to avoid discharging the hybrid battery (traction battery).
■ Charging the 12-volt battery
 P. 486
■ After the 12-volt battery has di scharged or has been changed or
removed
The gasoline engine may not stop even if the vehicle is running on the hybrid
battery (traction battery). If this continues for a few days, contact your Toyota
dealer.

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Before driving
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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 t he 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 lar ge 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 carrying 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 driving s hort distances will ca use the engine to
repeatedly warm up, which can lead to poor fuel consumption.

Interior features3
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ........................... 280
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ......................... 293
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger
switch ............................. 295
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types .......... 296 3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ............... 301
• Interior lights .................. 302
• Personal lights ............... 303
3-4. Using the storage features List of storage features .... 305
• Glove boxes ................... 307
• Console box ................... 308
• Cup holders ................... 309
• Bottle holders ................. 311
• Auxiliary boxes ............... 312
• Door pockets .................. 313
• Card holder .................... 313
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors ........................ 314
Vanity mirrors ................... 315
Clock ................................ 316
Power outlets ................... 317
Seat heaters..................... 319
Armrest ............................ 321
Panoramic roof shades .... 322
Assist grips....................... 326
Floor mats ........................ 327
Luggage compartment features .......................... 329
Garage door opener......... 333
Safety Connect ................ 341

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■Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting
and ambient conditions. As a result, the following may occur:
● Immediately after is pressed, the fan may stop for a while until
warm or cool air is ready to flow.
● Cool air may flow to the area around the upper body when the heater is
on.
■ After pressing
The selection frame will automatically move to the fan speed display.
■ Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Recirculated air mode or outside air mode may be automatically switched to
in accordance with the temperature setting and the inside temperature.
Also, outside air mode may be automatically switched to when the outside
temperature is low.
■ When the outside temperature exceeds 75
F (24C) and the air condi-
tioning system is on
● In order to reduce the air conditioning power consumption, the air condi-
tioning system may switch to recirculated air mode automatically. This
may also reduce fuel consumption.
● Recirculated air mode is selected as a default mode when the “POWER”
switch is turned to ON mode.
● It is possible to switch to outside air mode at any time by pressing
.
■ Using the system in recirculated air mode
The windows will fog up more easily if recirculated air mode is used.

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3-5. Other interior features
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Interior features
Seat heaters
: If equipped
■The seat heaters can be used when
The “POWER” switch is in ON mode.
■ When not in use
Turn the seat heater off. The indicator light turns off.
Heats the left front seat
Heats the right front seat
The indicator light comes on.

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CAUTION
■Burns
● Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat
heater on to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-
lenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature
of the seat and may lead to overheating.
● Do not use the seat heater more than necessary. Doing so may cause
minor burns or overheating.
NOTICE
■To prevent seat heater damage
Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Turn the seat heaters off when the hybrid system is off.