2014 TOYOTA PRIUS C multi-information

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning message is displayed
If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm and
perform the following actions:
Multi-information display
Warning message details and/
or correction procedures are
shown on the multi-informa-
tion display.
Master warning light
The master warning light also
comes on or flashes in order to
indicate that a message is cur-
rently being displayed on the
multi-information display.
If any of the warning lights co mes on again after the following
actions have been performed, c ontact your Toyota dealer.

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Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that is dis-
played on the multi-information display.
Press the “POWER” switch.
In the event that the “POWER” swit ch still cannot be operated, con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
■ Stopping the hybrid system
Shift the shift lever to P and press the “POWER” switch as you normally do
when stopping the hybrid system.
■ Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
(P. 401)
■ Changing “POWER” switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the “POWER” switch in above.
The hybrid system does not start and modes will be changed each time the
switch is pressed. ( P. 166)
■ If the doors cannot be locked or unlocked by the smart key system
Lock and unlock the doors by the mechanical key or wireless remote contr\
ol.
■ When the electronic key does not work properly
Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function.
(P. 54)
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STEP4
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats
Correction procedures■ If is shown on the mu lti-information display
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condition-
ing system, and then stop the hybrid system.
If you see steam: Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam: Carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has
cooled down sufficiently, inspect
the hoses and radiator core
(radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Toyota
dealer.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
● ( P. 448) is shown on the multi-information display.
● The hybrid system overheat warning message ( P. 452) is
shown on the multi-information display.
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
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STEP2
STEP3

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■
If the hybrid system overheat warning message is shown on
the multi-information display
Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Stop the hybrid system and carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has
cooled down, inspect the hoses
and radiator core (radiator) for
any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Toyota
dealer.
The coolant level is satisfactory if
it is between the “F” and “L” lines
on the reservoir.Reservoir
“F”
“L”
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5

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Start the hybrid system and check for the multi-information
display.
If the message does not disappear:Stop the hybrid system and c ontact your Toyota dealer.
If the message is not displayed: Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
● If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, caus-
ing serious injuries such as burns.
● After the hybrid system has been turned off, check that on the
multi-information display and the “READY” indicator are off.
When the hybrid system is operating, the gasoline engine may automati-
cally start, or the cooling fan may suddenly operate even if the gasoline
engine stops. Do not touch or approach rotating parts such as the fan,
which may lead to fingers or clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler)
getting caught, resulting in serious injury.
● Do not loosen the radiator cap while the hybrid system and radiator are
hot.
Serious injuries, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam
released under pressure.
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548 Alphabetical index
Child safetyAirbag precautions ................125
Child-protectors .......................67
Child restraint system............ 136
How your child should
wear the seat belt .................88
Installing child restraints ........ 140
Moon roof precautions .......... 104
Power window lock switch.......98
Power window precautions ... 100
Removed key battery precautions ......................... 403
Seat belt extender precautions ...........................92
Seat belt precautions ..............89
Seat heater precautions ........ 338
12-volt battery precautions ................. 381, 486
Cleaning Exterior .................................. 346
Interior ................................... 349
Seat belts .............................. 349
Clock ......................................... 189
Coat hooks ............................... 339
Condenser ................................ 375
Console box ............................. 325 Cooling system
Hybrid system overheating ... 487
Cord hook ................................. 272
Cruise control .......................... 217
Cup holders .............................. 329
Curtain shield airbags ............. 116
Customizable features ............ 522
Daytime running light system .................................... 206
Defogger Rear window ......................... 247
Side mirrors........................... 247
Dimension ................................ 496
Dinghy towing .......................... 236
Display Energy flow ............................. 35
Multi-information display ....... 187
Trip information ..................... 187
Warning message ................. 447
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 360
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552 Alphabetical index
Luggage compartment lightWattage ................................. 505
Luggage cover ......................... 343
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance ....................... 360
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs............................. 359
General maintenance ............ 355
Maintenance data.................. 496
Maintenance requirements.... 352
Meter Instrument panel light control ................................. 182
Meters ................................... 181
Microphone............................... 296
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror.............94
Outside rear view mirror defogger.............................. 247
Outside rear view mirrors ........96
Vanity mirrors ........................ 333
Moon roof ................................. 101
MP3 disc ................................... 261
Multi-information display ........ 187
Noise from under vehicle ..........16 Odometer .................................. 189
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 369
Opener Back door ................................ 71
Fuel filler door ....................... 105
Hood ..................................... 364
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding............... 96
Defogger ............................... 247
Outside temperature
display .................................... 334
Overheating, Hybrid system .................................... 487
Parking brake ........................... 179
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 415
Switch ................................... 204
Wattage................................. 505
Personal lights Switch ................................... 322
Wattage................................. 505
Power outlet ............................. 336
“POWER” switch ..................... 164
Power windows .......................... 98
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