2016 TOYOTA PRIUS C Owners Manual

3776-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)■
Air conditioning filter
P. 442
■ Customization
The air conditioning control of Eco drive mode can be changed to the same
setting as that used in normal drive mode.
(Customizable features P. 551)
WARNING
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
●Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather.
The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the
windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, block-
ing your vision.
■ When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on (if equipped)
Do not touch the outside surface of the rear view mirrors, as they can
become very hot and burn you.
NOTICE
■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
hybrid system is off.
●Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover the air outlets.
Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,
preventing the windshield defoggers
from defogging.

3786-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
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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6-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights/personal lights (P. 380)
Luggage compartment light (if equipped) ( P. 134)
Interior lights list
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3806-2. Using the interior lights
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
Turns the lights off
Turns the lights on/off linked to
door positions
Turns the lights on
Turns the lights on
Turns the lights off
Interior lights
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Personal lights
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3816-2. Using the interior lights
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Interior features
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
■Illuminated entry system
Vehicles without a smart key system
When the interior lights switch is in the door position, the interior lights auto-
matically turn on/off according to the engine switch position, whether the
doors are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors are open/closed.
Vehicles with a smart key system
When the interior lights switch is in the door position, the interior lights auto-
matically 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 open/closed.
■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Vehicles without a smart key system
If the interior lights, personal lights or luggage compartment light remain on
when the engine switch is “LOCK” position, the lights will go off automatically
after 20 minutes.
Vehicles with a smart key system
If the interior lights, personal lights or luggage compartment light remain on
when the “POWER” switch is off, the lights will go off automatically after 20
minutes.
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. the time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 550)
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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6-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features
Bottle holders ( P. 386)
Auxiliary boxes (if equipped) ( P. 384)
Glove box ( P. 383) Cup holders (
P. 385)
Console box (if equipped) ( P. 383)1
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WARNING
●Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this
may cause the following when cabin temperature becomes high:
• Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact
with other stored items.
• Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other stored items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release
gas, causing a fire hazard.
● When driving or when the storage compartments are not in use, keep the
lids closed.
In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may occur
due to an occupant being struck by an open lid or the items stored inside.

3836-3. Using the storage features
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Interior features
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
Pull up the lever to open the glove
box.
Lift the lid while pulling up the
knob to release the lock.
Remove the lid at the bottom of
the console box.
Small items can be stored in this
space.
■When using the console box lid as an armrest
Glove box
Console box (if equipped)
The lid can be slid forward or backwards.

3846-3. Using the storage features
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
Auxiliary boxes
Ty p e AType B
Ty p e CType D
Type E (if equipped)
WARNING
Do not place items that easily roll over or extend past the box’s rim. The
items may be thrown out of the tray, causing an accident.