2015 TOYOTA PRIUS C heater

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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 7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 366
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 369
7-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 372
General maintenance ........ 375
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ......................... 378
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ...................... 379
Hood .................................. 382
Positioning a floor jack....... 384
Engine compartment ......... 385
12-volt battery .................... 394
Tires................................... 398
Tire inflation pressure ........ 406
Wheels............................... 409
Air conditioning filter .......... 411
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery ...... 413
Checking and replacing fuses ................................ 416
Light bulbs ......................... 420
6Interior features7Maintenance and care

20Pictorial index
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)Seat heater switches
*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 348
VSC OFF switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 233
Eco drive mode switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 197
EV drive mode switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 1931
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731-2. Hybrid system
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For safety and security
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
■Regenerative braking
In the following situations, kinetic energy is converted to electric energy and
deceleration force can be obtained in c onjunction with the recharging of the
hybrid battery (traction battery).
● The accelerator pedal is released with the shift lever in D or B.
● The brake pedal is depressed with the shift lever in D or B.
■ EV drive indicator lamp
■ Conditions in which the gasoline engine may not stop
The gasoline engine starts and stops automatically. However, it may not stop
automatically in the following conditions:
●During gasoline engine warm-up
● During hybrid battery (traction battery) charging
● When the temperature of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is high or low
● When the heater is switched on
The EV drive indicator lamp comes on
when the vehicle is driven using only the
electric motor (traction motor) or the gas-
oline engine is stopped.
Displayed when “ECO Score” or the
basic display of “ECO Savings” is
selected. (
P. 98)

2394-6. Driving tips
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Driving
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
◆When braking
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in a timely manner. A
greater amount of electrical energy can be regenerated when slow-
ing down.
◆Delays
Repeated acceleration and deceleration, as well as long waits at
traffic lights, will lead to bad fuel economy. Check traffic reports
before leaving and avoid delays as much as possible. When driving
in a traffic jam, gently release the brake pedal to allow the vehicle to
move forward slightly while avoiding overuse of the accelerator
pedal. Doing so can help control excessive gasoline consumption.
◆Highway driving
Control and maintain the vehicle at a constant speed. Before stop-
ping at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release the
accelerator and gently apply the brakes. A greater amount of elec-
trical energy can be regenerated when slowing down.
◆Air conditioning
Use the air conditioning only when necessary. Doing so can help
reduce excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: When the ambient temperature is high, use the recircu-
lated air mode. Doing so will help to reduce the burden on the air
conditioning system and reduce fuel consumption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline engine will not automatically cut out
until it and the interior of the vehicle are warm, it will consume fuel.
Also, fuel consumption can be improved by avoiding overuse of the
heater.
◆Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently. Improper
tire inflation pressure can cause poor fuel economy.
Also, as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction, their use on
dry roads can lead to poor fuel economy. Use tires that are appro-
priate for the season.

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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.

5099-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressure The maximum cold inflated pressure to which
a tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of hybrid
transmission, power steering, power brakes,
power windows, power seats, radio and
heater, to the extent that these items are avail-
able as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not)
Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant
weight 150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
* that
follows
Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options
weight The combined weight of installed regular pro-
duction options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in
excess of the standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb
weight or accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy
duty battery, and special trim