2014 TOYOTA PRIUS C tow

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before driving
Information on the hybrid system and adjusting and op-
erating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steer-
ing column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior
featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, seat belt and
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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2-2. Instrument clusterGauges and meters ............ 181
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 184
Multi-information display ..... 187
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .................. 204
Fog light switch ................... 208
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 210
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 214
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ...................... 217
Driving assist systems ........ 221
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage ............. 226
Vehicle load limits ............... 230
Winter driving tips ............... 231
Trailer towing ...................... 235
Dinghy towing ..................... 236 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system.......... 238
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ......................... 247
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types ............ 248
Using the radio ................... 254
Using the CD player ........... 256
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 261
Operating an iPod .............. 268
Operating a USB memory ............................ 276
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 284
Using the AUX port............. 287
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 288
3-3. Using the Bluetooth
®
audio system
Bluetooth
® audio/phone ..... 291
Using the Bluetooth®
audio/phone ..................... 295
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player.... 300
Making a phone call ........... 303
Using the “SET UP” menu (“Bluetooth” menu) ........... 308
Using the “SET UP” menu (“Phone” menu) ................ 314
3Interior features

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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 6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 496
Fuel information.................. 506
Tire information .................. 509
6-2. Customization Customizable features........ 522
Items to initialize ................. 528
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................ 530
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 531
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 533
Abbreviation list ......................... 544
Alphabetical index ..................... 546
What to do if... ........................... 558
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
Index

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1-1. Hybrid system
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Before driving
CAUTION
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Road accident cautions
If your vehicle is involved in an accident, observe the following precautions
to reduce the risk of death or serious injury:
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place to prevent subsequent accidents, shift the
shift lever to P, apply the parking brake, and turn the hybrid system off.
( P. 150)
● Do not touch the high voltage parts, cables or connectors. Carefully check
to see if there are exposed high voltage parts or cables.
● If electric wires are exposed inside or outside your vehicle, an electric
shock may occur. Never touch exposed electric wires.
● If a fluid leak occurs, do not touch the fluid as it may be strong alkaline
electrolyte from the hybrid battery (traction battery). If it comes into contact
with your skin or eyes, wash it off immediately with a large amount of water
or, if possible, boric acid solution. Seek immediate medical attention.
● If a fire occurs in the hybrid vehicle, leave the vehicle as soon as possible.
Never use a fire extinguisher that is not meant for electric fires. Using even
a small amount of water may be dangerous.
● If your vehicle needs to be towed, do so with the front wheels raised. If the
wheels connected to the electric motor (traction motor) are on the ground
when towing, the motor may continue to generate electricity. This may
cause a fire. ( P. 429)
● Carefully inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that liquid has
leaked onto the ground, the fuel system may have been damaged. Leave
the vehicle as soon as possible and contact your Toyota dealer.
■ Nickel-metal hydride battery
Your vehicle contains a sealed nickel-metal hydride battery. If disposed of
improperly, it is hazardous to the environment and there is a risk of severe
burns and electrical shock that may result in death or serious injury.

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1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Before driving
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Conditions affecting operation
The smart key system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations,
the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be
affected, preventing the smart key system, wireless remote control and
immobilizer system from operating properly.
(Ways of coping: P. 479)
● When the electronic key battery is depleted
● Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electri-
cal noise
● When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
● When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby
● When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that
emit radio waves
• A portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wireless com-
munication device
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
● If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to
the rear window
● When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or electronic
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1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Before driving
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Conditions affecting operation
Vehicles without a smart key system
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow-
ing situations:
●When the wireless key battery is depleted
● Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electri-
cal noise
● When carrying a portable radio, cell ular phone or other wireless commu-
nication device
● When the wireless key is in contact with, or is covered by a metallic
object
● When other wireless keys (that emits radio waves) are being used
nearby
● If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to
the rear window
Vehicles with a smart key system
P. 5 5
■ If the wireless remote control does not operate properly (vehicles with
a smart key system)
Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the mechanical key.
( P. 479)
■ Key battery depletion
Vehicles without a smart key system
If the wireless remote control function does not operate, the battery may be
depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. ( P. 401)
Vehicles with a smart key system
P. 5 8
■ When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
P. 401

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1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Before driving
Rear seats
Folding down the rear seatbacks■ Before folding down the rear seatbacks
Stow the rear seat belt buckles
as shown.
Stow the seat belts.
Center
 P. 8 6
Outside Use the seat belt hangers to pre-
vent the belts from being tan-
gled.
The seatbacks of the rear seats can be folded down.
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CAUTION
■After returning the rear seatback to the upright position
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
●Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback.
NOTICE
■Stowing the seat belts
The seat belts and the buckles must be stowed before you fold down the
rear seatbacks.
●Make sure that the seatback is securely
locked in position by lightly pushing it
back and forth.
If the seatback is not securely locked,
the red marking will be visible on the
seatback lock release knob. Make sure
that the red marking is not visible.