
339
6Interior features
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)6-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ............................ 340
Seat heaters...................... 348
6-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 349
• Interior lights ................. 350
• Personal lights .............. 350
6-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ..... 352
• Glove box...................... 353
• Console box .................. 353
• Auxiliary boxes.............. 354
• Cup holders .................. 355
• Bottle holders ................ 356
6-4. Other interior features Other interior features ....... 357
• Sun visors ..................... 357
• Vanity mirrors................ 357
• Outside temperature display........................... 357
• Power outlet .................. 359
• Coat hooks.................... 360
• Assist grips ................... 361
• Luggage cover .............. 362

3486-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
Turns on the front left seat
heater
Turns on the front right seat
heater
The indicator light comes on.
Push the switch once again to turn
off the seat heater.
■The seat heaters can be used when
The “POWER” switch is in ON mode.
■ When not in use
Turn the seat heater off. The indicator light goes off.
Seat heaters
: If equipped
WARNING
●Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories
comes in contact with the seats when the heater is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-
lenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Observe the following precautions to prevent the minor burns or overheat-
ing
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat
heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE
● Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
● To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not use the functions when the
hybrid system is off.
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3717-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
●Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehi-
cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline,
alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alco-
hol
● Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel's or other
interior part's painted surface may be damaged.
■ Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces:
● Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.
● Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
● Do not place items made of vinyl, pl astic, or containing wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly.
■ Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into contact with electrical components such as the audio system above or
under the floor of the vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.
■ Cleaning the inside of the rear window
●Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause
damage to the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened
with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in
strokes running parallel to the heater wires.
● Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires.

4277-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
7
Maintenance and care
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)■
License plate light
Remove the cover.
Insert a properly sized screw-
driver into the hole of the cover,
and pry off the cover as shown
in the illustration.
To prevent damaging the vehi-
cle, wrap the tip of the screw-
driver with tape.
Remove the light bulb.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
■Lights other than the above
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by
your Toyota dealer.
●Headlight low/high beam/daytime running lights
● Front fog lights (if equipped)
● Side turn signal lights
● Stop/tail lights
● High mounted stoplight
■LED light bulbs
The headlight low/high beam/daytime running lights, front fog lights (if
equipped), stop/tail lights and high mounted stoplight consist of a number of
LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer to
have the light replaced.
■ Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does not
indicate a malfunction. Contact your Toyo ta dealer for more information in the
following situations:
● Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.
● Water has built up inside the headlight.
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543Alphabetical index
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
Child safetyAirbag precautions .................. 40
Child-protectors .................... 128
Child restraint system ............. 57
How your child should
wear the seat belt ................. 32
Installing child restraints ......... 61
Moon roof precautions .......... 164
Power window lock switch .... 158
Power window precautions ... 161
Removed key battery precautions......................... 415
Seat belt extender precautions........................... 36
Seat belt precautions .............. 34
Seat heater precautions........ 348
12-volt battery precautions................. 396, 481
Cleaning Exterior ................................. 366
Interior................................... 369
Seat belts .............................. 369
Clock........................................... 96
Coat hooks ............................... 360
Condenser................................ 391
Console box ............................. 353
Cooling system Hybrid system overheating ... 483
Cord hook................................. 250
Cruise control .......................... 218
Cup holders.............................. 355
Curtain shield airbags ............... 38
Customizable features ............ 514 Daytime running light
system.................................... 203
Defogger Rear window ......................... 342
Side mirrors .......................... 342
Dimension ................................ 490
Dinghy towing.......................... 181
Display Energy flow ........................... 107
Multi-information display ......... 94
Trip information....................... 94
Warning message................. 449
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 379
Doors Back door ............................. 133
Door lock .............................. 127
Door windows ....................... 158
Rear door child protector ...... 128
Side doors ............................ 124
Side mirrors .......................... 156
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ........................................ 443
Driving
Break-in tips.......................... 168
Correct posture ....................... 26
Procedures ........................... 166
Winter driving tips ................. 241D

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PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
Floor mat .................................... 24
FluidBrake .................................... 496
Washer ................................. 393
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 427
Switch ................................... 205
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs............. 427
Switch ................................... 205
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 50
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light................. 443
Front seats Adjustment ............................ 145
Front side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 422
Switch ................................... 201
Wattage ................................ 498
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs............. 424
Switch ................................... 199
Wattage ................................ 498
Fuel Capacity ................................ 492
Fuel gauge .............................. 91
Information ............................ 499
Refueling............................... 214
Type .............................. 214, 492
Fuel door .................................. 214
Fuel filler door.......................... 214
Fuses ........................................ 416
Gauges ....................................... 91
Glove box ................................. 353 Hazard lights
Switch ................................... 430
Head restraints Adjusting .............................. 150
Headlights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 427
Switch ................................... 201
Heaters Seat heaters ......................... 348
Side mirrors .......................... 342
Hill-start assist control ........... 232
Hood ......................................... 382
Horn .......................................... 153
Hybrid system
Emergency shut off system .... 77
Energy monitor/consumption screen ........... 107
High voltage components ....... 76
Hybrid system indicator ........ 102
“POWER” switch................... 186
Vehicle Proximity Notification System .............. 72
I/M test ...................................... 378
Identification Engine .................................. 492
Tire ....................................... 502
Vehicle .................................. 491
Ignition switch ................. 182, 186
Illuminated entry system ........ 351
Immobilizer system ................... 82
Indicator lights........................... 86
Initialization Items to initialize ................... 519
Inside rear view mirror ............ 155
Interior lights Switch ................................... 350
Wattage ................................ 498
iPod........................................... 272
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PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
JackPositioning a floor jack .......... 384
Vehicle-equipped jack........... 462
Jack handle .............................. 462
Keyless entry ................... 124, 133
Keys Electronic key ....................... 118
Engine switch................ 182, 186
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 476
If you lose your keys ............. 120
Ignition switch ............... 182, 186
Key battery............................ 413
Key number .......................... 118
Keyless entry ........................ 119
Keys ...................................... 118
Mechanical key ..................... 119
“POWER” switch ................... 186
Wireless remote control key...................................... 119
Knee airbag ................................ 37 License plate lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 427
Wattage ................................ 498
Light bulbs Replacing.............................. 420
Wattage ................................ 498
Lights Emergency flasher switch..... 430
Fog light switch ..................... 205
Hazard light switch ............... 430
Headlight switch ................... 201
Instrument panel light switch ................................. 201
Interior lights switch .............. 350
Parking light switch ............... 201
Personal light switch ............. 350
Replacing light bulbs ............ 420
Side marker light switch........ 201
Tail light switch ..................... 201
Turn signal lever ................... 199
Wattage ................................ 498
Load capacity .......................... 179
Lock steering column ..... 184, 189
Luggage compartment light Wattage ................................ 498
Luggage cover ......................... 362
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PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
MaintenanceDo-it-yourself maintenance....................... 379
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ............................ 378
General maintenance ........... 375
Maintenance data ................. 490
Maintenance requirements ... 372
Meter Instrument panel light
control................................... 92
Meters ..................................... 91
Microphone .............................. 298
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror .......... 155
Outside rear view mirror defogger ............................. 342
Outside rear view mirrors...... 156
Vanity mirrors........................ 357
Moon roof ................................. 162
MP3 disc ................................... 266
Multi-information display .......... 94
Navigation system
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Noise from under vehicle............ 8 Odometer ................................... 97
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 493
Opener Back door ............................. 133
Fuel filler door ....................... 214
Hood ..................................... 382
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding ............ 156
Defogger ............................... 342
Outside temperature
display.................................... 357
Overheating, Hybrid system.................................... 483
Parking brake........................... 200
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 424
Switch ................................... 201
Wattage ................................ 498
Personal lights Switch ................................... 350
Wattage ................................ 498
Power outlet ............................. 359
“POWER” switch ..................... 186
Power windows ....................... 158
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