2014 TOYOTA PRIUS C warning light

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Have the malfunction repaired immediately. (vehicles with a
smart key system)
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning message and light go off.
InteriorbuzzerExterior buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection procedure
Once
(Flashes)The electronic
key is not
detected when
an attempt is
made to start
the hybrid sys-
tem.
Start the hybrid
system with the
electronic key
present.

460 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Once(Flashes)• The electronic
key could not be
detected when
the “POWER”
switch was
pressed after
the doors were
unlocked with
the mechanical
key.
• The electronic key could not be
detected two
consecutive
times when the
“POWER”
switch was
pressed. Touch the elec-
tronic key to the
“POWER”
switch while
depressing the
brake pedal.
Once
(Flashes)An attempt was
made to start
the hybrid sys-
tem with the
shift lever in a
position other
than P.
Shift the shift
lever to P and
start the hybrid
system.
 Power was
turned off due to
the automatic
power off func-
tion.Next time when
starting the
hybrid system,
increase the
engine speed
slightly and
maintain that
level for approx-
imately 5 min-
utes to recharge
the 12-volt-bat-
tery.
Interior
buzzerExterior buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection procedure

470 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE
ONLY” on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily, and only in an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire inflation pressu re of the compact spare
tire. ( P. 504)
■After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warnin g system must be reset. ( P. 385)
■When using the compact spare tire
As the compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be
indicated by the tire pressure warn ing system. Also, if you replace the
compact spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the
light remains on.
■If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ice
Install the compact spare tire on one of the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Perform the following steps and fit tire chains to the front tires:
Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire.
Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of
the vehicle.
Fit tire chains to the front tires.
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STEP2
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A/C ............................................. 238
ABS ........................................... 221
Air conditioning filter............... 399
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter .............. 399
Automatic air conditioning system ................................ 238
Airbags Airbag operating conditions............................ 120
Airbag precautions for your child ............................ 125
Airbag warning light............... 438
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions............ 121
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ......................... 125
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 130
General airbag precautions ......................... 125
Indicators............................... 130
Knee airbag precautions ....... 125
Locations of airbags .............. 116
Modification and
disposal of airbags .............. 129
Proper driving posture ........................ 114, 125
Seat cushion airbag precautions ......................... 125
Side airbag operating
conditions............................ 121
Side airbag precautions ........ 125
SRS airbags .......................... 116 Antenna .................................... 255
Anti-lock brake system ........... 221
Assist grips .............................. 340
Audio input ............... 268, 276, 287
Audio system
Antenna................................. 255
Audio input ............ 268, 276, 287
AUX port ............................... 287
CD player .............................. 256
Cord hook ............................. 272
iPod ....................................... 268
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 261
Optimal use ........................... 284
Portable music player .................. 268, 276, 287
Radio..................................... 254
Steering wheel audio
switch.................................. 288
Type ...................................... 248
USB memory......................... 276
USB port ............................... 276
Automatic air conditioning
systemAir conditioning filter.............. 399
Automatic air conditioning system ................................ 238
AUX port ................................... 287
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 327A

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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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Doors
Back door ............................... 71
Door lock .................... 47, 61, 65
Door windows ......................... 98
Rear door child protector ........ 67
Side doors .............................. 65
Side mirrors ............................ 96
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ........................................ 439
Driving Break-in tips ......................... 151
Correct posture..................... 114
Procedures ........................... 150
Winter driving tips ................. 231
Eco drive mode ....................... 176
Electric power steering........... 221
Electronic key If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 479
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 428
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds ............................... 437
If a warning light turns on .............................. 437
If a warning message is
displayed ............................ 447
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 479
If the hybrid system will not start .............................. 475
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 477
If the vehicle becomes stuck................................... 492
If the vehicle 12-volt battery is discharged .......... 481 If you have a flat tire .............463
If you lose your keys .............478
If you think something is
wrong ..................................436
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ..........................493
If your vehicle needs to
be towed .............................429
If your vehicle overheats .......487
Engine
Compartment ........................368
Engine switch ................160, 164
Hood......................................364
How to start the hybrid system ........................160, 164
Identification number .............497
If the hybrid system will
not start ...............................475
Ignition switch................160, 164
Overheating...........................487
“POWER” switch ...................164
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................500
Checking ...............................373
Preparing and checking before winter .......................231
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Switch
Cruise control ....................... 217
“ECO MODE” switch ............ 176
Emergency flasher switch .... 428
EV drive mode switch ........... 172
Engine switch ............... 160, 164
Fog light switch..................... 208
Hazard light switch ............... 428
Headlight switch ................... 204
Ignition switch ............... 160, 164
Light switches ....................... 204
Power door lock switch........... 65
“POWER” switch .................. 164
Power window switch ............. 98
Rear window wiper and
washer switch .................... 214
Steering wheel audio
switches ............................. 288
Window lock switch ................ 98
Wiper and washer ........ 210, 214
Tail lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 415
Switch ................................... 204
Wattage ................................ 505
Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system............... 110
Theft prevention labels ......... 113
Theft prevention labels ........... 113
Tire inflation pressure ............ 392
Tire information Glossary ............................... 516
Size ...................................... 512
Tire identification number ..... 511
Uniform tire quality grading ............................... 513 Tires
Chains ...................................231
Checking ...............................384
If you have a flat tire ..............463
Inflation pressure...................392
Inflation pressure sensor .......385
Information ............................509
Replacing ..............................463
Rotating tires .........................384
Size .......................................504
Snow tires .............................231
Spare tire...............................463
Tire pressure warning system ........................384, 439
Tools .........................................463
Total load capacity...................230
Towing Dinghy towing........................236
Emergency towing.................431
Trailer towing.........................235
TRAC .........................................221
Traction control........................221
Transmission Hybrid transmission...............175
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................. 477
Trip information .......................187
Trip meter .................................181
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .............415
Switch....................................178
Wattage .................................505
USB memory ....................268, 276
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Vanity mirrors........................... 333
Vehicle data recordings ............18
Vehicle identification number ................................... 497
Vehicle Proximity Notification
System ....................................25
Vehicle stability control........... 221
VSC............................................ 221
Warning buzzers Brake system ........................ 437
Electric power steering system ................................ 438
Key reminder ......................... 455
Master warning...................... 439
Seat belt reminder ................. 439
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system .......... 438
Brake assist system .............. 438
Brake system ........................ 437
Charging system .... ............... 438
Electric power steering
system ................................ 438
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 438
Low brake fluid ...................... 437
Low fuel level ........................ 439
Low tire inflation pressure ..... 439
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 438
Master warning light .............. 439 Pretensioners ........................ 438
Seat belt reminder light ......... 439
Slip indicator light .................. 438
SRS airbag system ............... 438
Tire pressure ......................... 439
Tire pressure warning
system ................................ 439
Warning messages
Back door .............................. 450
Cruise control ........................ 449
EV drive mode ...................... 450
Hybrid system ....................... 448
Hybrid system overheat ........ 450
Maintenance ......................... 450
Moon roof .............................. 450
N position .............................. 450
Open door ............................. 450
P position .............................. 450
Parking brake ........................ 450
Smart key system ......... 449, 455
Traction battery ..................... 450
Washer Checking ............................... 378
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 231
Switch ........................... 210, 214
Washing and waxing ............... 346
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 226
Load limits ............................. 230
Weight ................................... 496
Wheels ...................................... 396
Window lock switch................... 98V
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