2015 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN check engine light

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3. Basic operation
PRIUS PHV_QG_OM47A73U_(U)
How to operate the power (ignition) switch
■Starting the hybrid system
Check that the charging cable is disconnected.
Check that the parking brake is set.
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
Check that the “POWER” switch indicator turns green. If the indica-
tor does not turn green, the hybrid system cannot be started.
When the shift position is N, the hybrid system cannot start. Shift the
shift position to P when starting the hybrid system.
Press the “POWER” switch.
The hybrid system can be started
from any “POWER” switch mode.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal until the hybrid system is
completely started.
Check that the “READY” indicator is on.
If the “READY” indicator changes from a flashing light to a solid light
and the buzzer sounds, the hybrid system is starting normally.
The vehicle will not move when the “READY” indicator is off.
The vehicle can move when the “READY” indicator is on even if the
engine is stopped. (The gasoline engine starts or stops automatically
in accordance with the state of the vehicle.)
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5

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2-1. Driving procedures
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A11U_(U)
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When driving
Check that the “READY” indicator is on.
If the “READY” indicator changes from a flashing light to a solid
light and the buzzer sounds, the hybrid system is starting nor-
mally.
The vehicle will not move when the “READY” indicator is off.
The vehicle can move when the “READY” indicator is on even if
the engine is stopped. (The gasoline engine starts or stops auto-
matically in accordance with the state of the vehicle.)
■Stopping the hybrid system
St op th e veh i cle co mp lete ly.
Set the parking brake. (oP. 2 6 0 )
Shift the shift position to P.
(oP. 2 5 2 )
Check that the shift position
indicator shows P. (oP. 2 6 2 )
Press the “POWER” switch.
The hybrid system will stop.
Slowly release the brake pedal and check that the indicator
on the “POWER” switch is off.
STEP 5
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5

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2-2. Instrument cluster
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A11U_(U)
CAUTION
■To p r e v e n t a n a c c i d e n t
NOTICE
■To p r e v e n t d a m a g e t o t h e e n g i n e a n d i ts c o m p o n e n ts
The engine may be overheating if the high coolant temperature warning light
comes on or flashes. In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. (oP. 6 0 7 )
Do not place anything or attach a sticker
in front of the instrument cluster. The item
may obscure or obstruct the display, or
could reflect off the display, possibly
causing an accident.
Instrument cluster

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2-2. Instrument cluster
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A11U_(U)
■Reading Hybrid System Indicator
When EV Mode
Charge area
EV driving area
Power area
As shown below, the driving conditions of the vehicle can be con-
firmed by checking the status of the indicator bar.
*1: The images are examples only, and may vary slightly from actual condi-
tions.
*2: If the gasoline engine is operated (for example when driving at high
speeds or using the heater), the EV indicator may turn off even if the bar
is in the EV driving area. (oP. 4 0 )
Multi-information display*1
Charge area:
Shows that energy is being
recovered via the regenera-
tive braking system. (oP. 3 4 )
EV driving area:
Shows that the vehicle is
being powered only by elec-
tric motor
(traction motor).*2
Power area:
Shows that the gasoline
engine is used as auxiliary
power (during full power driv-
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2-2. Instrument cluster
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A11U_(U)
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When driving
When HV Mode
Charge area
Eco area
Power area
Hybrid Eco area
As shown below, the driving conditions of the vehicle can be con-
firmed by checking the status of the indicator bar.
*1: The images are examples only, and may vary slightly from actual condi-
tions.
*2: The gasoline engine will automatically stop and restart under various
conditions.
Hybrid System Indicator*1
Charge area:
Shows regenerative charging.
(oP. 3 9 )
Hybrid Eco area:
Shows that gasoline engine
power is not being used very
often.*2
Eco area:
Shows that the vehicle is
driven in Eco-friendly.
Power area:
Shows that the driving power
is more than the upper limit of
Eco driving (during full power
driving etc.).

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Alphabetical index
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A11U_(U)
Engine
Accessory mode....................244
Compartment ........................ 464
Hood...................................... 448
How to start the hybrid
system ................................ 242
Identification number .............620
If the hybrid system will not
start ..................................... 596
Ignition switch........................242
Overheating........................... 607
“POWER” switch ................... 242
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 625
Checking ............................... 469
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 355
Engine/power control
unit coolant
Capacity ................................ 625
Checking ............................... 469
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 355
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 622
Checking ............................... 465
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 355
Enhanced VSC .........................333
EPS ............................................333
EV driving ratio indicator ........276
EV driving range ................58, 273
Event data recorder ...................25
EV/HV mode selection
switch .......................................37
Floor mats ................................ 407
Fluid
Brake..................................... 627
Washer.................................. 474
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 511
Switch ................................... 303
Wattage................................. 628
Foot lights ................................ 388
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 511
Switch ................................... 303
Wattage................................. 628
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............ 202
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ........................ 541
Front seats
Adjustment ............................ 150
Front side marker light
Replacing light bulbs ............. 511
Wattage................................. 628
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 511
Switch ................................... 259
Wattage................................. 628
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 621
Fuel gauge ............................ 262
Information ............................ 629
Refueling ............................... 178
Type ...................................... 629
Fuel door .................................. 178
Fuel filler door .......................... 178
Fuses ........................................ 499
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