2015 TOYOTA PRIUS C Owners Manual

2414-6. Driving tips
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Driving
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine/power control unit coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the condition of the 12-volt bat-
tery.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire
chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen.
Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away
the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield.
● Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accu-
mulated on the exterior lights, vehicle's roof, chassis, around the
tires or on the brakes.
● Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before
getting in the vehicle.
Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a safe distance between you and
the vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced speed suitable to road con-
ditions.
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before
driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a man-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions.
Pre-winter preparations
Before driving the vehicle
When driving the vehicle

2424-6. Driving tips
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P without setting the park-
ing brake. The parking brake may freeze up, preventing it from being
released. If necessary, block the wheels to prevent inadvertent sliding
or creeping.
Use the correct tire chain size when mounting the tire chains. Chain
size is regulated for each tire size.Side chain
(0.12 in. [3.0 mm] in diameter)
Cross chain
(0.16 in. [4.0 mm] in diameter)
Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary depending on loca-
tion and type of road. Always check local regulations before installing
chains.
■Tire chain installation
Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains:
●Install and remove tire chains in a safe location.
●Install tire chains on the front tires only. Do not install tire chains on the
rear tires.
●Install tire chains on front tires as tightly as possible. Retighten chains
after driving 1/4  1/2 mile (0.5  1.0 km).
●Install tire chains following the instructions provided with the tire chains.
When parking the vehicle
Selecting tire chains
1
2
Regulations on the use of tire chains

2434-6. Driving tips
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Driving
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
WARNING
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or
serious injury.
●Use tires of the size specified.
● Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
● Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h), regardless of the type of
snow tires being used.
● Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.
■ Driving with tire chains
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely,
and may cause death or serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being
used, or 30 mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower.
● Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
● Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting
operations that cause sudden engine braking.
● Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle con-
trol is maintained.
NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs or replacement of snow tires from Toyota dealers or legiti-
mate tire retailers.
This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the opera-
tion of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
■ Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function correctly
when tire chains are fitted.

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PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)5-1. Using the audio system
Audio system types ........... 246
5-2. Basic Operations (Multimedia system)
Multimedia system ............ 247
Steering wheel audio switches .......................... 249
USB port/AUX port ............ 250
Basic audio operations...... 252
5-3. Setup (Multimedia system)
Setup menu....................... 254
General settings ................ 255
Audio settings ................... 257
Display settings ................. 258
Voice settings.................... 259
5-4. Using the Multimedia system
Selecting the audio source ............................. 260
List screen operation......... 261
Optimal use of the multimedia system .......... 263
5-5. Using the radio (Multimedia system)
Radio operation................. 264
5-6. Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs
(Multimedia system)
CD player operation .......... 266

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PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)5-7. Using an external device
(Multimedia system)
Listening to an iPod .......... 272
Listening to a USB memory device................ 277
Using the AUX port ........... 282
5-8. Connecting Bluetooth
®
(Multimedia system)
Preparations to use wireless
communication ................ 283
Registering a Bluetooth
®
audio player for
the first time .................... 287
Registering a Bluetooth
®
phone for
the first time .................... 288
Registering a Bluetooth
®
device.............................. 289
Connecting a Bluetooth
®
device.............................. 291
Displaying a Bluetooth
®
device details .................. 293
Detailed Bluetooth
®
system settings ............... 294
5-9. Bluetooth
® Audio
(Multimedia system)
Listening to Bluetooth
®
Audio ............................... 295 5-10. Bluetooth
® phone
(Multimedia system)
Using a Bluetooth
®
Phone ............................. 297
Making a call ..................... 300
Receiving a call ................. 303
Speaking on the phone ..... 304
Bluetooth
® phone
message function............ 308
Using the steering wheel switches ................ 313
Bluetooth
® phone
settings ........................... 314
Contact/ Call History Settings ....... 316
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ............ 326
5-11. Bluetooth
®
(Multimedia system)
Bluetooth
®......................... 330
5-12. Using the voice command system
(Multimedia system)
Voice command system ............................ 335

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PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
5-1. Using the audio system
With Multimedia system
 P. 2 4 7
With navigation system
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to
the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
Audio system types

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Audio system
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
5-2. Basic Operations (Multimedia system)
Multimedia system
: If equipped
Operations such as listening to audio, using the hands-free
phone and changing multimedia system settings are started by
using the following buttons.
Multimedia system operation buttons
“AUDIO” button
Display the “Select Audio Source”
screen or audio top screen.
(P. 260) button
Press this button to access the Bluetooth
® hands-free system.
( P. 297)
“CAR” button
Press this button to access the energy monitor/
consumption screen. ( P. 108)
“SETUP” button
Press this button to customize
the function settings. ( P. 254)

2485-2. Basic Operations (Multimedia system)
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
By touching the screen with your finger, you can control the multime-
dia system, etc.
■Drag*
Touch the screen with your finger, and move the screen to the
desired position.
●Scrolling the lists
■Flick*
Touch the screen with your finger and quickly move the screen by
flicking your finger.
●Scrolling the main screen page
*: The above operations may not be performed on all screens.
■When using the touch screen
●If the screen is cold, the display may be dark, or the system may seem to be
operating slightly slower than normal.
● The screen may seem dark and hard to see when viewed through sun-
glasses. Change your angle of viewing, adjust the display on the “Display
Settings” screen (P. 258) or remove your sunglasses.
● Flick operations may not be performed smoothly in high altitudes.
Operating the touch screen
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the touch screen
●To prevent damaging the screen, lightly touch the screen buttons with your
finger.
● Do not use objects other than your finger to touch the screen.
● Wipe off fingerprints using a glass cleaning cloth. Do not use chemical
cleaners to clean the screen, as they may damage the touch screen.