5489-1. Specifications
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
Measuring rimThe 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
Overall width The linear distance between the exteriors of
the sidewalls of an inflated tire, including ele-
vations due to labeling, decorations, or protec-
tive bands or ribs
Passenger car tire A tire intended for use on passenger cars,
multipurpose 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
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
Tire related termMeaning
5559-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
Items to initialize
The following items must be initialized for normal system opera-
tion after such cases as the 12-volt battery being reconnected,
or maintenance being performed on the vehicle:
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Message indicating
maintenance is required
(except Canada)
After the maintenance is performedP. 403
Tire pressure warning
system
• When rotating the tires on vehi- cles with differing front and rear
tire inflation pressures
• When changing tire pressure (such as when changing travel-
ing speed, load weight, etc.)
• When changing the tire size
P. 4 2 9
576What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message or indicator is dis-
played, refer to P. 473, 482.
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place and replace the flat tire with the spare
tire. (P. 497)
●Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or
snow. ( P. 522)
A warning light turns on or a warning message or indicator
is displayed
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck
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PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
Eco drive mode ........................ 197
Electric power steering ........... 261
Electronic keyIf the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 511
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 462
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds ........................ 473, 482
If a warning light
turns on .............................. 473
If a warning message is displayed ............................ 482
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 511
If the hybrid system will
not start .............................. 508
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................ 510
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 522
If the vehicle 12-volt
battery is discharged .......... 513
If you have a flat tire ............ 497
If you lose your keys ............. 120
If you think something is wrong.................................. 472
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency.......................... 463
If your vehicle needs to be towed ............................. 465
If your vehicle overheats ....... 518 Engine
Compartment ........................ 415
Engine switch ............... 182, 186
Hood ..................................... 412
How to start the hybrid
system ....... ................. 182, 186
Identification number ............ 527
If the hybrid system will not start .............................. 508
Ignition switch ............... 182, 186
Overheating .......................... 518
“POWER” switch................... 186
Engine coolant Capacity................................ 530
Checking............................... 419
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 270
Engine oil Capacity................................ 529
Checking............................... 416
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 270
Engine/power control unit
coolantCapacity................................ 530
Checking............................... 419
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 270
Engine switch .................. 182, 186
EPS ........................................... 261
EV drive mode ......................... 193
Event data recorder................... 10
Exclusive jump starting terminal .................... 513
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PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
SensorAutomatic High Beam
system ......... ....................... 220
Front sensor.......................... 220
Laser sensor ......................... 220
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)........ 220
Monocular camera sensor .... 220
PCS
(Pre-Collision system) ........ 220
Shift lever
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................ 510
Transmission ........................ 196
Shift lock system ..................... 510
Side airbags ............................... 38
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs............. 453
Wattage ................................ 534
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding ............ 156
Defogger ............................... 372
Smart key system
Entry function ........................ 138
Starting the hybrid system ....... ................. 182, 186
Spare tire
Inflation pressure .................. 533
Storage location .................... 497
Spark plug ................................ 531
Specifications .......................... 526
Speedometer .............................. 91
Steering
Column lock release ..... 184, 189
Steering wheel Adjustment ............................ 153
Audio switches ...................... 279 Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 458
Storage feature ........................ 382
Storage precautions................ 177
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 522
Sun visors ................................ 387
Switch
Automatic High Beam switch ................................. 242
Cruise control ....................... 247
Eco drive mode switch.......... 197
Emergency flasher switch..... 462
Engine switch ............... 182, 186
EV drive mode switch ........... 193
Fog light switch ..................... 205
Hazard light switch ............... 462
Headlight switch ................... 201
Ignition switch ............... 182, 186
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) switch ................................. 239
Light switches ....................... 201
Power door lock switch ......... 127
PCS (Pre-Collision
system) switch...... .............. 227
“POWER” switch................... 186
Power window switch ........... 158
Rear window wiper and washer switch..................... 211
Steering wheel audio switches ............................. 279
VSC OFF switch ................... 262
Window lock switch .............. 158
Wiper and washer......... 207, 211
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL”.
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PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
Tail lightsReplacing light bulbs............. 458
Switch ................................... 201
Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system ................. 82
Theft prevention labels ........... 84
Theft prevention labels ............. 84
Tire inflation pressure ............. 437
Tire information Glossary................................ 545
Size ....................................... 541
Tire identification number ..... 540
Uniform tire quality grading ............................... 543
Tires Chains................................... 271
Checking ............................... 428
If you have a flat tire ............. 497
Inflation pressure .................. 533
Inflation pressure sensor ...... 429
Information ............................ 538
Replacing .............................. 497
Rotating tires......................... 428
Size ....................................... 533
Snow tires ............................. 272
Spare tire .............................. 497
Tire pressure warning system ....... ................. 429, 476
Tools ......................................... 497
Total load capacity .................. 179
Towing Dinghy towing ....................... 181
Emergency towing ................ 465
Trailer towing ........................ 180 TRAC ........................................ 261
Traction control ....................... 261
Transmission
Hybrid transmission .............. 196
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................ 510
Trip information ......................... 94
Trip meter ................................... 91
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 451
Switch ................................... 199
Wattage ................................ 534
Toyota Safety Sense C............ 218 Automatic High Beam ........... 242
Front sensor ......................... 220
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)................................... 237
PCS (Pre-Collision system) ........ 224
USB memory .................... 280, 307
Vanity mirrors .......................... 387
Vehicle data recordings .............. 9
Vehicle identification number ................................... 527
Vehicle Proximity Notification System ................................... 72
Vehicle stability control .......... 261
VSC ........................................... 261
VSC OFF switch....................... 262
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PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
Warning buzzersBrake system ....... ................. 473
Electric power steering system ......... ....................... 474
Key reminder ........................ 491
LDA
(Lane Departure Alert)........ 237
Master warning ..................... 475
Pre-Collision warning ............ 476
Seat belt reminder ................ 475
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system.......... 474
Brake assist system .............. 474
Brake system ....... ................. 473
Charging system ................... 474
Electric power steering system ......... ....................... 474
Front passenger occupant classification system........... 474
Low brake fluid...................... 473
Low fuel level ........................ 475
Low tire inflation pressure ..... 476
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 474
Master warning light.............. 475
Parking brake........................ 474
PCS warning light ................. 476
Pretensioners........................ 474
Seat belt reminder light ......... 475
Slip indicator light.................. 475
SRS airbag system ............... 474
Tire pressure......................... 476
Tire pressure warning system ......... ....................... 476 Warning messages.................. 482
Washer
Checking............................... 423
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 270
Switch ........................... 207, 211
Washing and waxing ............... 396
Weight Cargo capacity...................... 179
Load limits ............................ 179
Weight .................................. 526
Wheels ...................................... 440
Window lock switch ................ 158
Windows Power windows..................... 158
Rear window defogger.......... 372
Washer ......................... 207, 211
Windshield wipers ................... 207
Wireless remote control key Replacing the key battery ..... 444
Wireless remote control ........ 119
WMA disc ................................. 296
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PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverFuel filler door
P. 412 P. 214
Hood lock release leverFuel filler
door openerTire inflation pressure
P. 412 P. 214P. 533
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)9.5 gal. (36 L, 7.9 Imp. gal.)
Fuel type
P. 528
Cold tire inflation
pressureP. 5 3 3
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill —
reference) P. 529
Engine oil type
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
P. 529