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5049-1. Specifications
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
DOT symbol*
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
Tire manufacturer's identifica-
tion mark
Tire size code
Manufacturer's optional tire
type code (3 or 4 letters)
Manufacturing week
Manufacturing year
*: The DOT symbol certifies that the tire conforms to applicable FederalMotor Vehicle Safety Standards.
Typical DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
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5109-1. Specifications
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are
seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter) Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designation Rim diameter and width
Rim type designation The industry manufacturer's designation for a
rim by style or code
Rim width Nominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity
weight (Total load
capacity) The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb.
(68 kg) times the vehicle's designated seating
capacity
Vehicle maximum load
on the tire The load on an individual tire that is deter-
mined by distributing to each axle its share of
the maximum loaded vehicle weight, and
dividing by two
Vehicle normal load on
the tire The load on an individual tire that is deter-
mined by distributing to each axle its share of
curb weight, accessory weight, and normal
occupant weight (distributed in accordance
with Table 1
* below), and dividing by two
Weather side The surface area of the rim not covered by the
inflated tire
Bead The part of the tire that is made of steel wires,
wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is
shaped to fit the rim
Bead separation A breakdown of the bond between compo-
nents in the bead
Bias ply tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that
extend to the beads are laid at alternate
angles substantially less than 90 degrees to
the centerline of the tread
Carcass The tire structure, except tread and sidewall
rubber which, when inflated, bears the load
Chunking The breaking away of pieces of the tread or
sidewall
Cord The strands forming the plies in the tire
Tire related termMeaning
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545Alphabetical index
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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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverFuel filler door
P. 382 P. 214
Hood lock release
leverFuel filler
door openerTire inflation pressure
P. 382 P. 214P. 4 9 7
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)9.5 gal. (36 L, 7.9 Imp. gal.)
Fuel type
P. 214, 492
Cold tire inflation
pressure P. 4 9 7
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill —
reference) P. 493
Engine oil type
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
P. 493