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1-9. Safety information
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Before driving
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A11U_(U)
Non-foldable type outside seats
Remove the head restraint.
Center seat
Adjust the head restraint to the
upmost position.
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2-5. Driving information
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A11U_(U)
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When driving
CAUTION
●Secure all items in the occupant compartment, as they may shift and
injure someone in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
●When you fold down the rear seats, long items should not be place
directly behind the front seats.
●Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage compartment. It is not
designed for passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat
belts properly fastened. Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer
death or serious bodily injury, in the event of sudden braking or an
accident.
■Capacity and distribution
●Do not exceed the maximum axle weight rating or the total vehicle
weight rating.
●Even if the total load of occupant’s weight and the cargo load is less
than the total load capacity, do not apply the load unevenly. Improper
loading may cause deterioration of steering or braking control which
may cause death or serious injury.
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683
Alphabetical index
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A11U_(U)
Odometer ................................. 278
Oil
Engine oil.............................. 465
Opener
Back door ............................. 144
Fuel filler door....................... 178
Hood ..................................... 448
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding ............ 173
Outside rear view mirror
defogger switch .................... 381
Outside temperature
display ................................... 400
Overheating ............................. 607
Parking brake .......................... 260
Parking lights
Switch ................................... 297
PCS ........................................... 340
Personal lights
Switch ................................... 389
Wattage ................................ 628
Plug-in hybrid system
Driving tips.............................. 68
EV driving range ..................... 58
EV mode................................. 35
EV/HV mode selection
switch ................................... 37
Features ................................. 32
How to charge ........................ 85
HV mode ................................ 36
Plug-in Hybrid Applications .... 75
Power outlets........................... 401
Power sources........................... 82
“POWER” switch ..................... 242
Power windows ....................... 175
Pre-collision system ............... 340
Radar cruise control
system ....................................317
Radiator ....................................471
Radio*
Radio data system*
RDS*
Rear seats
Adjustment ............................153
Folding down .........................154
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .............511
Wattage .................................628
Rear view mirror...............170, 173
Rear view monitor system*
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror
defoggers ...............................381
Rear window wiper and
washer ....................................309
Remote Air Conditioning
System ....................................377
Replacing
Electronic key battery ............497
Fuses ....................................499
Light bulbs .............................511
Tires ......................................454
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners ............................658
Resetting the message
indicating maintenance is
required ..................................437
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*:Refer to “DISPLAY AUDIO SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”
or “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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Safety Connect .........................421
Seat belt reminder light ...........541
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt ........... 161
Automatic Locking Retractor
(ALR) .................................. 162
Child restraint system
installation ........................... 213
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belt ........................ 434
Emergency Locking Retractor
(ELR) ................................. 162
How to wear your
seat belt .............................. 160
How your child should wear
the seat belt ........................ 163
Pre-collision seat belts ..........340
Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use ............ 165
Reminder light ....................... 541
Seat belt extenders ............... 163
Seat belt instructions
for Canadian owners........... 659
Seat belt pretensioners ......... 161
Seat heaters..............................403
Seating capacity.......................354
Seats
Adjustment ...................150, 153
Adjustment
precautions ................. 152, 155
Child seats/child restraint
system installation .............. 213
Cleaning ................................ 433
Folding down the
seatbacks............................ 154
Head restraint........................ 156
Properly sitting in the seat ..... 185
Seat heaters ..........................403
Service reminder
indicators .............................. 267
Shift lever
Transmission......................... 249
Side airbags ............................. 187
Side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 511
Switch ................................... 297
Wattage................................. 628
Side mirrors
Adjusting and folding............. 173
Smart key system
Antenna location ........... 116, 131
Entry functions ...................... 113
Starting the hybrid system .... 242
SOS button ............................... 421
Spark plug ................................ 625
Specifications .......................... 618
Speedometer ............................ 262
Steering wheel
Adjustment ............................ 169
Audio switches*
Storage feature ........................ 391
Stuck
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 613
Sun visors ................................ 398
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