2015 TOYOTA PRIUS V lights

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2594-6. Driving tips
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Driving
◆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 fu el 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 avoi ding 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 br akes. 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 eng ine will not automatically cut out
until it and the interior of the vehi cle are warm, it will consume fuel.
Fuel consumption can be improved by avoiding overuse of the
heater.
◆Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire infl ation 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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Driving
Winter driving tips
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine/power control unit coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspec t 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 accordin g 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, ve hicle’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.
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.
Preparation for winter
Before driving the vehicle

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Audio system
When the headlights are turned on, the screen dims.
However, the screen can be switched to day mode by selecting “Day
Mode”.
The screen will stay in day mode when the headlights are turned on until
“Day Mode” is selected again.
Day mode

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6Interior features
6-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system............................. 362
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches .......................... 369
Seat heaters ...................... 370
6-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 371
• Front interior light .......... 372
• Front personal lights ..... 372
• Rear interior light .......... 373 6-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ..... 374
• Glove boxes .................. 375
• Console box .................. 375
• Cup holders/bottle holders/
door pockets ................. 376
• Auxiliary boxes.............. 378
• Card holder ................... 378
Luggage compartment features ........................... 379
6-4. Using the other interior features
Other interior features ....... 383
• Sun visors ..................... 383
• Vanity mirrors................ 383
• Clock ............................. 384
• Power outlet .................. 384
• Armrest ......................... 385
• Assist grips ................... 386
• Panoramic roof shades .......................... 387
Garage door opener.......... 389
Safety Connect ................. 396

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6-2. Using the interior lights
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Interior features
Interior lights list
Rear interior light ( P. 373)
Front personal/interior lights ( P. 372)
Power switch lighting
Shift lever lighting
Footwell lights (if equipped)
Front door courtesy lights1
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6-2. Using the interior lights
Front interior light
Vehicles without panoramic roofVehicles with panoramic roof
Turns the lights off
Turns the door position on
Turns the lights on Turns the lights off
Turns the door position on
Turns the lights on
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2
3
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2
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Front personal lights
Vehicles without panoramic roofVehicles with panoramic roof
Turns the lights on/off Turns the lights on/off

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Interior features
Turns the door position on
When the personal/interior light
main switch is in the off position,
the rear interior light will not turn on
even if the door is opened with the
rear interior light switch in door
position.
Turns the light on
●Illuminated entry system: The lights automatically turn on/off according to
power switch mode, the presence of the electronic key, whether the doors
are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors are opened/closed.
● If the interior lights remain on when the power switch is turned off, the light
will go off automatically after 20 minutes.
● Settings (e.g. the time elapsed before the lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 573)
Rear interior light
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NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not leave the lights on longer than
necessary when the hybrid system is off.

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Interior features
Push the button to open the lid.
The lid can be opened by pushing
either the front or rear button.
●If the lower glove box is opened when the parking lights are illuminated, the
light illuminates.
Glove boxes
Upper glove boxLower glove box
Pull up the lever. Pull up the lever.
Console box
● The tray slides forward/backward and
can be removed.