2015 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID flat tire

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A11U_(U)
Tire related termMeaning
Intended outboard
sidewall (a) The sidewall that contains a whitewall,
bears white lettering, or bears manufac-
turer, brand, and/or model name molding
that is higher or deeper than the same
molding on the other sidewall of the tire, or
(b) The outward facing sidewall of an asym- metrical tire that has a particular side that
must always face outward when mounted
on a vehicle
Light truck (LT) tire A tire designated by its manufacturer as prima-
rily intended for use on lightweight trucks or
multipurpose passenger vehicles
Load rating The maximum load that a tire is rated to carry
for a given inflation pressure
Maximum load rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum per-
missible inflation pressure for that tire
Maximum permissible
inflation pressure The maximum cold inflation pressure to which
a tire may be inflated
Measuring rim The rim on which a tire is fitted for physical
dimension requirements
Open splice Any parting at any junction of tread, sidewall, or
innerliner that extends to cord material
Outer diameter The overall diameter of an inflated new tire

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PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A11U_(U)
Tire related termMeaning
Overall width The linear distance between the exteriors of
the sidewalls of an inflated tire, including eleva-
tions due to labeling, decorations, or protective
bands or ribs
Passenger car tire A tire intended for use on passenger cars, mul-
tipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks, that
have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of
10,000 lb. or less.
Ply A layer of rubber-coated parallel cords
Ply separation A parting of rubber compound between adja-
cent plies
Pneumatic tire A mechanical device made of rubber, chemi-
cals, fabric and steel or
other materials, that,
when mounted on an automotive wheel, pro-
vides the traction and contains the gas or fluid
that sustains the load
Radial ply tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that
extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90
degrees to the centerline of the tread
Reinforced tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and
at higher inflation pressures than the corre-
sponding standard tire

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Vehicle specifications
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A11U_(U)
Tire related termMeaning
Section width The linear distance between the exteriors of
the sidewalls of an inflated tire, excluding ele-
vations due to labeling, decoration, or protec-
tive bands
Sidewall That portion of a tire between the tread and
bead
Sidewall separation The parting of the rubber compound from the
cord material in the sidewall
Snow tire A tire that attains a traction index equal to or
greater than 110, compared to the ASTM E-
1136 Standard Reference Test Tire, when
using the snow traction test as described in
ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method for
Single Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight Line
on Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces, and which
is marked with an Alpine Symbol ( ) on at
least one sidewall
Te s t r i m The rim on which a tire is fitted for testing, and
may be any rim listed as appropriate for use
with that tire
Tread That portion of a tire that comes into contact
with the road
Tread rib A tread section running circumferentially
around a tire

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Alphabetical index
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A11U_(U)
Daytime running light
system ................................... 300
Deck board............................... 409
Defogger
Rear window......................... 381
Side mirrors .......................... 381
Dimensions .............................. 618
Dinghy towing ......................... 361
Display Dynamic radar cruise control ................................ 317
Multi-information ................... 271
Warning messages............... 550
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 445
Door lock Back door ............................. 144
Side doors ............................ 138
Smart key system ... .............. 113
Wireless remote control........ 136
Doors Back door ............................. 144
Door glasses ........................ 175
Door lock .............. 113, 136, 138
Rear door child-protector...... 139
Side doors ............................ 138
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ........................................ 541
Driving
Break-in tips ......................... 230
Correct posture..................... 185
Procedures ........................... 228
Winter driving tips ................. 355 Eco drive mode switch ............251
Electric power steering ...........333
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not operate properly..................599
Replacing battery ..................497
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds ................................537
If a warning light turns on ......537
If the electronic key does not operate properly..................599
If the hybrid system will not start .....................................596
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ..........................601
If you have a flat tire .............574
If you lose your keys .............598
If you think something is wrong ..................................536
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...................................613
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ..........................615
If your vehicle needs to be towed ..................................529
If your vehicle overheats .......607
Emergency flashers Switch....................................528DE

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PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A11U_(U)
Switch
Audio remote control switches
*
Cruise control switch ............ 313
Driving mode selectswitch ................................. 251
Eco drive mode switch ......... 251
Emergency flasher switch .... 528
EV/HV mode selection switch ................................... 37
Fog light switch..................... 303
Fuel filler door opener switch ................................. 178
Hazard light switch ............... 528
Headlight cleaner switch ...... 312
Ignition switch ....................... 242
Light switches ....................... 297
Power door lock switch......... 138
“POWER” switch .................. 242
Power window switch ........... 175
Pre-collision braking off switch ................................. 341
Talk switch
*
Telephone switch*
Tire pressure warning reset switch ........................ 482
Window lock switch .............. 175
Wipers and washer switch.... 305 Tail lights
Switch....................................297
Talk switch
*
Telephone switch*
Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system ...............183
Tire inflation pressure .............490
Tire information Glossary ................................639
Size .......................................635
Tire identification number ......634
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading ...............................637
Tire pressure warning system ............................481, 542
Tires Chains ...................................357
Checking ...............................481
If you have a flat tire ..............574
Inflation pressure...................490
Inflation pressure sensor .......482
Information ............................633
Replacing ..............................454
Rotating tires .........................481
Size .......................................627
Snow tires .............................355
Tire pressure warning system ........................481, 542
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PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A11U_(U)
What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 574If you have a flat tire
The hybrid system does not start
P. 596If the hybrid system will not start
P. 183Immobilizer system
P. 601If the 12-volt battery is
discharged
The high coolant temperature
warning light flashes or comes on
“HYBRID SYSTEM OVERHEAT”
is displayed
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 607If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 598If you lose your keys
The 12-volt battery runs outP. 601If the 12-volt battery is
discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 138Side doors
P. 144Back door
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 613If the vehicle becomes stuck
A warning light or indicator
light comes onP. 537If a warning light turns on or a
warning buzzer sounds

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PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A11U_(U)GAS STATION INFORMATION
Fuel filler door
P. 178Auxiliary catch lever P. 4 4 8
Fuel filler door opener P. 178Tire inflation pressureP. 627Hood lock release lever P. 448
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)10.6 gal. (40 L, 8.8 Imp.gal.)
Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only P. 621
Cold tire inflation
pressure P. 6 2 7
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill

reference) qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
With filter 4.4 (4.2, 3.7)
Without filter 4.1 (3.9, 3.4)
Engine oil type Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
P. 6 2 2