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892. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s
various systems.
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position(vehicles without a smart key system) or the “POWER” switch is turned to
ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system) to indicate that a system
check is being performed. They will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or
after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if the lights
do not come on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
Indicators
Turn signal indicator 
(P. 199) EV drive mode indicator
(
P. 193)
Headlight high beam
indicator (P. 201)
Shift position indicator 
( P. 197)
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
(P. 201) “ECO MODE” indicator
(
P. 197)
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
(P. 201)EV drive indicator lamp
( P. 73)
(if equipped)
Front fog light indicator
(P. 205)
(if equipped)
Cruise control indicator
( P. 218)
(if equipped)
Immobilizer system indi-
cator ( P. 82)
(if equipped)
Cruise control set indica-
tor (P. 218)
*1, 2
Slip indicator ( P. 233)
“READY” indicator
( P. 182, 186)
*1VSC OFF indicator 
( P. 233)
SRS airbag
on-off indica-
tor ( P.  5 0 )*1 
     
        
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922. Instrument cluster
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted by turn-
ing the dial.Brighter
Darker
■The meters and multi-information display illuminate when
Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
The “POWER” switch is in ON mode.
■ The brightness of the instrument panel lights
When the tail lights are turned on, the brightness will be reduced slightly
unless the control dial is turned up fully.
■ Engine speed
On hybrid vehicles, engine speed is precisely controlled in order to help
improve fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust emissions etc.
There are times when the engine speed that is displayed may differ even
when vehicle operation and driving conditions are the same.
■ Unit of measure of the speedometer (on some models)
P.  9 7
Instrument panel light control
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1203-1. Key information
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
■Panic mode
Vehicles without a smart key system
Vehicles with a smart key system
■ If you lose your keys
New genuine keys can be made by your Toyota dealer using the other keys
(including mechanical key) and the key number stamped on your key number
plate. Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. 
■ When riding in an aircraft
When bringing a key with wireless remote control function onto an aircraft,
make sure you do not press any buttons on the key while inside the aircraft
cabin. If you are carrying the key in your bag etc., ensure that the buttons are
not likely to be pressed accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the key to
emit radio waves that could interfere with the operation of the aircraft. When   is pressed for longer than
about one second, an alarm will sound
intermittently and the vehicle lights will
flash to deter any person from trying to
break into or damage your vehicle.
To stop the alarm, press any button on
the wireless remote control.
When   is pressed for longer than
about one second, an alarm will sound
intermittently and the vehicle lights will
flash to deter any person from trying to
break into or damage your vehicle.
To stop the alarm, press any button on
the electronic key. 
     
        
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1553-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
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Operation of each component
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
The height of the rear view mirror can be adjusted to suit your driving
posture.
Adjust the height of the rear view
mirror by moving it up and down.
Reflected light from the headlights of vehicles behind can be reduced
by operating the lever.Normal position
Anti-glare position
Inside rear view mirror
The  rear  view  mirror’s  position  can  be  adjusted  to  enable  suffi-
cient confirmation of the rear view.
Adjusting the height of rear view mirror
Anti-glare function
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WARNING
Do not adjust the position of the mirror while driving.
Doing so may lead to mishandling of  the vehicle and cause an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury. 
     
        
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4Driving
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)4-1.  Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 166
Cargo and luggage ........... 175
Vehicle load limits ............. 179
Trailer towing..................... 180
Dinghy towing ................... 181
4-2.  Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch ..... 182
Power (ignition) switch ...... 186
EV drive mode .................. 193
Hybrid transmission........... 196
Turn signal lever................ 199
Parking brake .................... 200 4-3.  Operating the lights and 
wipers
Headlight switch ................ 201
Fog light switch ................. 205
Windshield wipers and  washer ............................ 207
Rear window wiper and  washer ............................ 211
4-4.  Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .................................. 214
4-5.  Using the driving  support systems
Cruise control .................... 218
Rear view monitor  system ............................ 222
Driving assist systems ...... 232
4-6.  Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips .................................. 238
Winter driving tips ............. 241 
     
        
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1994-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
Right turn
Lane change to the right (push
and hold the lever partway)
The right hand signals will flash
until you release the lever.
Lane change to the left (push
and hold the lever partway)
The left hand signals will flash until
you release the lever.
Left turn
■Turn signals can be operated when
Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
The “POWER” switch is in ON mode.
■ If the indicator flashes faster than usual
Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned
out.
Turn signal lever
Operating instructions
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Driving
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Turning the end of the lever turns on the lights as follows:
Type AThe daytime running
lights turn on.
The side marker, park-
ing, tail, license plate,
daytime running lights
and instrument panel
lights turn on. 
The headlights and all
lights listed above
(except daytime running
lights) turn on. 
The daytime running
lights turn off.
Headlight switch
The headlights can be operated manually. 
Operating instructions
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2024-3. Operating the lights and wipers
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
Type BThe daytime running
lights turn on.
The side marker, park-
ing, tail, license plate,
daytime running lights
and instrument panel
lights turn on. 
The headlights and all
lights listed above
(except daytime running
lights) turn on. 
With the headlights on, push
the lever away from you to turn
on the high beams.
Pull the lever toward you to the
center position to turn the high
beams off.
Pull the lever toward you and
release it to flash the high
beams once.
You can flash the high beams with the headlights on or off.
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Turning on the high beam headlights
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