2014 TOYOTA PRIUS C tow

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct
procedure as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
12-volt battery condition( P. 379) • Grease
• Conventional wrench
(for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level ( P. 375)• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE
J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine/power control unit coolant
level ( P. 373)• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
or a similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non-silicate,
non-amine, non-nitrite and
non-borate coolant with long-life
hybrid organic acid technology
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” is pre-mixed with 50%
coolant and 50% deionized
water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” is pre-mixed with 55%
coolant and 45% deionized
water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)

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Maintenance and care
ItemsParts and tools
Engine oil level ( P. 369)• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( P. 404)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Light bulbs ( P. 415)• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
• Wrench
Radiator and condenser (P. 375)
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Tire inflation pressure ( P. 392) • Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(P. 378) • Water or washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

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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
dangerous 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 ti res (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.
●Do not tow if your vehicle has a compact spare tire installed.
■When initializing the tire pressure warning system
Do not operate the tire pressure wa rning reset switch without first adjust-
ing the tire inflation pr essure to the specified level. Otherwise, the tire
pressure warning light may not come on even if the tire inflation pressure
is low, or it may come on when the tire inflation pressure is actually nor-
mal.

When trouble arises5
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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ......... 428
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................ 429
If you think something is wrong ......................... 436
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ........................... 437
If a warning message is displayed........................ 447
If you have a flat tire......... 463
If the hybrid system will not start .......................... 475
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P............ 477
If you lose your keys ........ 478
If the electronic key does not operate properly....... 479
If the vehicle 12-volt battery is discharged ...... 481
If your vehicle overheats ....................... 487
If the vehicle becomes stuck .............................. 492
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ..................... 493

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5-1. Essential information
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Situations needs to contact dealers before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer before towing.
● A warning message for the hybrid system is shown on the multi-
information display and the vehicle does not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
your Toyota dealer or a commerci al towing service, using a lift-type
truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all to wing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
If towing your vehicle with a wheel- lift type truck from the front, the
vehicle's rear wheels and axles must be in good conditions.
( P. 430, 434)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flatbed truck.

430 5-1. Essential information
Towing with a sling-type truckDo not tow with a sling-type truck
to prevent body damage.
Towing with a wheel-lift type truckFrom the front Release the parking brake.
From the rear Use a towing dolly under the
front wheels.

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5-1. Essential information
Using a flatbed truck
If your Toyota is transported by a
flatbed truck, it should be tied
down at the locations shown in
the illustration.
If you use chains or cables to tie
down your vehicle, the angles
shaded in black must be 45.
Do not overly tighten the tie
downs or the vehicle may be
damaged.
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency
towing eyelet. This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads
for short distances at under 18 mph (30 km/h).
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.

432 5-1. Essential information
Emergency towing procedureTake out the towing eyelet. ( P. 463)
Push the eyelet cover and then
open it.
Insert the towing eyelet into the
hole and tighten partially by
hand.
Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel nut
wrench.
Securely attach a cable or chain to the towing eyelet.
Take care not to damage the vehicle body.
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