2014 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN ECU

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1-9. Safety information
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47856U_(U)
CAUTION
■Do not use a seat belt extender
If a seat belt extender is used when installing a child restraint system, the
seat belt will not securely hold the child restraint system, which could cause
death or serious injury to the child or other passengers in the event of sud-
den braking, sudden swerving or an accident.
■To c o r r e c t l y a t ta c h a c h i l d restraint system to the anchors
When using the LATCH anchors, be sure that there are no foreign objects
around the anchors and that the seat belt is not caught behind the child
restraint system. Make sure the child restraint system is securely attached,
or it may cause death or serious injury to the child or other passengers in the
event of a sudden braking, sudden swerve or accident.

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2-1. Driving procedures
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47856U_(U)
CAUTION
■When the vehicle is stopped
●Do not depress the accelerator pedal unnecessarily.
If the vehicle is in any shift position other than P or N, the vehicle may
accelerate suddenly and unexpectedly, causing an accident.
●Do not leave the vehicle with the hybrid system on for a long time.
If such a situation cannot be avoided, park the vehicle in an open space
and check that exhaust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior.
●In order to prevent accidents due to the vehicle rolling away, always keep
depressing the brake pedal while the “READY” indicator is on. Apply the
parking brake as necessary.
●If the vehicle is stopped on an incline, in order to prevent accidents caused
by the vehicle rolling forward or backward, always depress the brake pedal
and securely apply the parking brake as needed.
●Avoid revving or racing the engine.
Running the engine at high speed while the vehicle is stopped may cause
the exhaust system to overheat, which could result in a fire if combustible
material is nearby.

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2-1. Driving procedures
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47856U_(U)
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When driving
CAUTION
■When taking a nap in the vehicle
Always turn the hybrid system off. Otherwise, if you accidentally move the
shift lever or depress the accelerator pedal, this could cause an accident or
fire due to hybrid system overheating. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked in
a poorly ventilated area, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle,
leading to death or a serious health hazard.
■When braking
●When the brakes are wet, drive more cautiously.
Braking distance increases when the brakes are wet, and this may cause
one side of the vehicle to brake differently than the other side. Also, the
parking brake may not securely hold the vehicle.
●If the electronically controlled assist function does not operate, do not fol-
low other vehicles closely and avoid downhill or sharp turns that require
braking.
In this case, braking is still possible, but the brake pedal should be
depressed more firmly than usual. Also, the braking distance will increase.
Have your brakes fixed immediately.
●The brake system consists of 2 or more individual hydraulic systems; if
one of the systems fails, the other(s) will still operate. In this case, the
brake pedal should be depressed more firmly than usual and the braking
distance will increase. Have your brakes fixed immediately.

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2-1. Driving procedures
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47856U_(U)
Hor n
■After adjusting the steering wheel
Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked.
The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked.
(→P. 1 6 9 )
To s o u n d t h e h o r n , p r e s s o n o r
close to the mark.

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2-2. Instrument cluster
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47856U_(U)
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When driving
■Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the
vehicle’s various systems.
Turn signal indicator
(→P. 2 5 6 )
Eco Driving Indicator
Light (→P. 2 7 0 )
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
(→P. 2 9 4 )
“ECO MODE”
indicator (→P. 2 4 9 )
(Canada)
Ta i l l i g h t i n d i c a t o r
(→P. 2 9 4 )
Power mode indicator
(→P. 2 4 9 )
Headlight high beam
indicator (→P. 2 9 7 )(if equipped)
Cruise control indicator
(→P. 3 1 0 , 3 2 2 )
Front fog light indicator
(→P. 3 0 0 )(if equipped)
Radar cruise control
indicator (→P. 3 1 4 )
Security indicator
(→P. 1 8 3 )(if equipped)
“SET” indicator
(→P. 3 1 0 , 3 2 2 )
“READY” indicator
(→P. 2 4 0 )
Slip indicator
(→P. 3 3 1 , 3 3 5 )
EV indicator (→P. 2 7 0 )
(if equipped)
“PCS” warning
(→P. 3 3 8 )
EV drive mode indica-
tor (→P. 3 5 )
Charging timer indicator
(→P. 9 0 )
*1, 2
*1, 3

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47856U_(U)
Fog light switch∗
∗: If equipped
The fog lights secure excellent visibility in difficult driving condi-
tions, such as in rain and fog.
Ty p e A
Turns the fog lights
off
Turns the fog lights
on

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PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47856U_(U)
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When driving
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage
Ta k e n o t i c e o f t h e f o l l o w i n g i n f o r m a t i o n a b o u t s t o r a g e p r e c a u -
tions, cargo capacity and load:
●St ow carg o a nd lug gag e in the lu gga ge compartment wh enever
possible.
●Be sure all items are secured in place.
●To m a i n t a i n v e h i c l e b a l a n c e w h i l e d r i v i n g , p o s i t i o n l u g g a g e
evenly within the luggage compartment.
●For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight.

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2-5. Driving information
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47856U_(U)
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When driving
CAUTION
●Secure all items in the occupant compartment, as they may shift and
injure someone in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
●When you fold down the rear seats, long items should not be place
directly behind the front seats.
●Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage compartment. It is not
designed for passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat
belts properly fastened. Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer
death or serious bodily injury, in the event of sudden braking or an
accident.
■Capacity and distribution
●Do not exceed the maximum axle weight rating or the total vehicle
weight rating.
●Even if the total load of occupant’s weight and the cargo load is less
than the total load capacity, do not apply the load unevenly. Improper
loading may cause deterioration of steering or braking control which
may cause death or serious injury.