2014 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUS air condition

3486-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Slide and pull out the filter.
Replace it with a new one.
The “↑UP” marks shown on the fil-
ter should be pointing up.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
■ Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the
“Toyota Service Booklet” or “Toyota Warranty Booklet”.)
■ If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
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NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the system
When using the air conditioning system, make sure that a filter is always
installed.
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3757-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If you think something is wrong
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● High coolant temperature warning light flashes or comes on
● Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system
● Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches
the floor
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle proba-
bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

3807-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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(If equipped)
Hybrid system overheat warning light (warning buzzer)The hybrid system has overheated
This light may come on when driving under severe operat-
ing conditions, and the output of the hybrid system may
temporarily decrease in order to protect the system. (For
example, when driving up a long steep hill or driving up a
steep hill in reverse.)
→ Stop and check. ( →P. 444)
(If equipped)
Cruise control indicator (yellow indicator)
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional immediately.
(Only outer frame flashes)
(If equipped)
Low hybrid battery (traction battery) warning light
(warning buzzer)
Hybrid battery (traction battery) level becomes low
because the shift position is in N for long time
→ Because recharging is not possible when the shift
position is in N, shift the shift position to P when
parking the vehicle for a long time.
High coolant temperature warning light
Changes from a flashing to a solid light when the engine
coolant temperature increases
→ Stop and check. ( →P. 444)
Automatic headlight leveling system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic headlight leveling
system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional immediately.
Open door warning light (warning buzzer)*3
Indicates that a door is not fully closed
→ Check that all the doors are closed.
Low fuel level warning light
Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 6.0 L (1.6
gal., 1.3 Imp.gal.) or less
→ Refuel the vehicle.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

3847-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Conditions that the tire pressure warning system may not function prop-
erly
→ P. 335
■ If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for
1minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for
1 minute when the power switch is turned to ON mode, have it checked by
any authorized Toyota dealer or re pairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
■ Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard due to being in a noisy location
or audio sound.

3917-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The cruise control system; or
• The dynamic radar cruise control system
Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deactivate
the system, and then press the button again to
reactivate the system.A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the pre-crash safety
system
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional
immediately.
Indicates an engine oil pressure malfunction
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Immediately contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
Indicates that the hybrid system has overheated
This message may be displayed when driving
under severe operating conditions, and the out-
put of the hybrid system may temporarily
decrease in order to protect the system. (For
example, when driving up a long steep hill or
driving up a steep hill in reverse.)
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Stop and check. ( →P. 444)
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)

4447-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If your vehicle overheats
■If the high coolant temperature warning light comes on or
flashesStop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning
system, and then stop the hybrid system.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has cooled down sufficiently, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact
any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.● The high coolant temperature warning light ( →P. 380) comes on
or flashes, or a loss of hybrid system power is experienced. (For
example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)
● Vehicles without multi-information display: The hybrid system
overheat warning light ( →P. 380) comes on.
● Vehicles with multi-information display: The warning message
indicating overheat is shown on the multi-information display.
(→ P. 391)
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
Correction procedures
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4457-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and
“LOW” lines on the reservoir.Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the hybrid system and turn the air conditioning system on to
check that the radiator cooling fans operate and to check for
coolant leaks from the radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air condi tioning system is turned on immedi-
ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking
the fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air con-
ditioning system on and off repeatedly. (The fans may not operate in
freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the hybrid system immediately and contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
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4688-2. Customization
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Instrument cluster (
→P. 109)
*: The default setting varies according to countries.
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Automatic air conditioning system ( →P. 270)
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Sensor sensitivity for
darkening the brightness
of the instrument cluster
depending on the outside
brightness
Standard-2 to 2––O
Sensor sensitivity for
returning the brightness of
the instrument cluster to
the original level depend-
ing on the outside bright-
ness
Standard-2 to 2––O
Language*English
French
O–OGerman
Spanish
Italian
Unitskm
(L/100km)km (km/L)OOO
Pop-up displayOnOffO–O
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
A/C auto switching opera-
tionOnOff––O
Heating/cooling operation
minimized in Eco drive
mode
OnOff––O
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