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PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47856U_(U)
Tire related termMeaning
Intended outboard
sidewall (a) The sidewall that contains a whitewall,
bears white lettering, or bears manufac-
turer, brand, and/or model name molding
that is higher or deeper than the same
molding on the other sidewall of the tire, or
(b) The outward facing sidewall of an asym- metrical tire that has a particular side that
must always face outward when mounted
on a vehicle
Light truck (LT) tire A tire designated by its manufacturer as prima-
rily intended for use on lightweight trucks or
multipurpose passenger vehicles
Load rating The maximum load that a tire is rated to carry
for a given inflation pressure
Maximum load rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum per-
missible inflation pressure for that tire
Maximum permissible
inflation pressure The maximum cold inflation pressure to which
a tire may be inflated
Measuring rim The rim on which a tire is fitted for physical
dimension requirements
Open splice Any parting at any junction of tread, sidewall, or
innerliner that extends to cord material
Outer diameter The overall diameter of an inflated new tire
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PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47856U_(U)
Tire related termMeaning
Overall width The linear distance between the exteriors of
the sidewalls of an inflated tire, including eleva-
tions due to labeling, decorations, or protective
bands or ribs
Passenger car tire A tire intended for use on passenger cars, mul-
tipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks, that
have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of
10,000 lb. or less.
Ply A layer of rubber-coated parallel cords
Ply separation A parting of rubber compound between adja-
cent plies
Pneumatic tire A mechanical device made of rubber, chemi-
cals, fabric and steel or
other materials, that,
when mounted on an automotive wheel, pro-
vides the traction and contains the gas or fluid
that sustains the load
Radial ply tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that
extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90
degrees to the centerline of the tread
Reinforced tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and
at higher inflation pressures than the corre-
sponding standard tire
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PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47856U_(U)
Tire related termMeaning
Section width The linear distance between the exteriors of
the sidewalls of an inflated tire, excluding ele-
vations due to labeling, decoration, or protec-
tive bands
Sidewall That portion of a tire between the tread and
bead
Sidewall separation The parting of the rubber compound from the
cord material in the sidewall
Snow tire A tire that attains a traction index equal to or
greater than 110, compared to the ASTM E-
1136 Standard Reference Test Tire, when
using the snow traction test as described in
ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method for
Single Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight Line
on Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces, and which
is marked with an Alpine Symbol ( ) on at
least one sidewall
Te s t r i m The rim on which a tire is fitted for testing, and
may be any rim listed as appropriate for use
with that tire
Tread That portion of a tire that comes into contact
with the road
Tread rib A tread section running circumferentially
around a tire
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Daytime running light
system ................................... 297
Deck board............................... 405
Defogger
Rear window......................... 377
Side mirrors .......................... 377
Dimensions .............................. 614
Dinghy towing ......................... 357
Display Dynamic radar cruise control ................................ 314
Multi-information ................... 268
Warning messages............... 548
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 442
Door lock Back door ............................. 144
Side doors ............................ 138
Smart key system ... .............. 112
Wireless remote control........ 136
Doors Back door ............................. 144
Door glasses ........................ 175
Door lock .............. 112, 136, 138
Rear door child-protector...... 139
Side doors ............................ 138
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ........................................ 539
Driving
Break-in tips ......................... 228
Correct posture..................... 185
Procedures ........................... 226
Winter driving tips ................. 351 Eco drive mode switch ............249
Electric power steering ...........330
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not operate properly..................594
Replacing battery ..................496
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds ................................535
If a warning light turns on ......535
If the electronic key does not operate properly..................594
If the hybrid system will not start .....................................591
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ..........................597
If you have a flat tire .............569
If you lose your keys .............593
If you think something is wrong ..................................534
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...................................608
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ..........................610
If your vehicle needs to be towed ..................................527
If your vehicle overheats .......603
Emergency flashers Switch....................................526DE
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Switch
Audio remote control switches
*
Cruise control switch ............ 310
Driving mode selectswitch ................................. 249
Eco drive mode switch ......... 249
Emergency flasher switch .... 526
EV/HV mode selection switch ................................... 37
Fog light switch..................... 300
Fuel filler door opener switch ................................. 178
Hazard light switch ............... 526
Headlight cleaner switch ...... 309
Ignition switch ....................... 240
Light switches ....................... 294
Power door lock switch......... 138
“POWER” switch .................. 240
Power window switch ........... 175
Pre-collision braking off switch ................................. 338
Talk switch
*
Telephone switch*
Window lock switch .............. 175
Wipers and washer switch.... 302 Tail lights
Switch....................................294
Talk switch
*
Telephone switch*
Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system ...............183
Tire inflation pressure .............489
Tire information Glossary ................................635
Size .......................................631
Tire identification number ......630
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading ...............................633
Tires Chains ...................................353
Checking ...............................479
If you have a flat tire ..............569
Inflation pressure...................489
Inflation pressure sensor .......480
Information ............................629
Replacing ..............................451
Rotating tires .........................479
Size .......................................623
Snow tires .............................351
Tire pressure warning
system ........................479, 540
T
GW Refer to
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PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47856U_(U)
What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 569If you have a flat tire
The hybrid system does not start
P. 591If the hybrid system will not start
P. 183Immobilizer system
P. 597If the 12-volt battery is
discharged
The high coolant temperature
warning light flashes or comes on
“HYBRID SYSTEM OVERHEAT”
is displayed
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 603If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 593If you lose your keys
The 12-volt battery runs outP. 597If the 12-volt battery is
discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 138Side doors
P. 144Back door
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 608If the vehicle becomes stuck
A warning light or indicator
light comes onP. 535If a warning light turns on or a
warning buzzer sounds
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PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47856U_(U)GAS STATION INFORMATION
Fuel filler door
P. 178Auxiliary catch lever P. 4 4 5
Fuel filler door opener P. 178Tire inflation pressureP. 623Hood lock release lever P. 445
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)10.6 gal. (40 L, 8.8 Imp.gal.)
Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only P. 617
Cold tire inflation
pressure P. 6 2 3
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill
reference) qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
With filter 4.4 (4.2, 3.7)
Without filter 4.1 (3.9, 3.4)
Engine oil type Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
P. 6 1 8