5098-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the “POWER”
switch is functioning normally.
Do not use this starting procedure except in case of emergency.
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the “POWER” switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the “POWER” switch for about 15 seconds.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer.
Emergency start function (vehicles with a smart key system)
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5118-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
Use the mechanical key (P. 1 1 9 )
in order to perform the following
operations (driver’s door only):
Unlocks the doors
Locks all the doors
Turning the key rearward unlocks
the driver’s door. Turning the key
once again within 5 seconds
unlocks the other doors.
Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake pedal.
Touch the Toyota emblem side
of the electronic key to the
“POWER” switch.
When the electronic key is
detected, a buzzer sounds and the
“POWER” switch will turn to ON
mode.
When the smart key system is
deactivated in customization set-
ting, the power switch will turn to
ACCESSORY mode.
If the electronic key does not operate prop-
erly (vehicles with a smart key system)
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is
interrupted ( P. 140) or the electronic key cannot be used
because the battery is depleted, the smart key system and wire-
less remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors
can be opened and the hybrid syst em can be started by follow-
ing the procedure below.
Locking and unlocking the doors
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Starting the hybrid system
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5128-2. Steps to take in an emergency
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that is displayed
on the multi-information display.
Press the “POWER” switch.
In the event that the “POWER” swit ch still cannot be operated, contact
your Toyota dealer.
■ Stopping the hybrid system
Shift the shift lever to P and press the “POWER” switch as you normally do
when stopping the hybrid system.
■ Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
( P. 444)
■ Changing “POWER” switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the “POWER” switch in above.
The hybrid system does not start and modes will be changed each time the
switch is pressed. ( P. 187)
■ If the doors cannot be locked or unlocked by the smart key system
Lock and unlock the doors by the mechanical key or wireless remote contr\
ol.
■ When the electronic key does not work properly
●Make sure that the smart key system has not been deactivated in the cus-
tomization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features P. 550)
● Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function.
(P. 139)
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5148-2. Steps to take in an emergency
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
Connect the jumper cables according to the following procedure:Connect a positive jumper cabl e clamp to the exclusive jump
starting terminal on your vehicle.
Connect the clamp on the other e nd of the positive cable to the
positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle.
Connect a negative cable clamp to the negative (-) battery termi-
nal on the second vehicle.
Connect the clamp at the other end of the negative cable to a
solid, stationary, unpainted metallic point away from the exclusive
jump starting terminal and any moving parts, as shown in the
illustration.
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed
slightly and maintain that level for approximately 5 minutes to
recharge the 12-volt battery of your vehicle.
Vehicles with a smart key system only: Open and close any of the
doors of your vehicle with the “POWER” switch off.
Vehicles without a smart key system:
Maintain the engine speed of t he second vehicle and start the
hybrid system of your vehicle by turning the engine switch to the
“ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
Maintain the engine speed of t he second vehicle and start the
hybrid system of your vehicle by turning the “POWER” switch to ON
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5158-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
Make sure the “READY” indicator comes on. If the indicator does
not come on, contact your Toyota dealer.
Once the hybrid system has start ed, remove the jumper cables in
the exact reverse order from which they were connected.
Close the exclusive jump starting terminal cover, and reinstall the
fuse box cover to its original position.
When installing, first hook the fuse box cover onto the two rear tabs.
Once the hybrid system starts, have the vehicle inspected at your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
■ Starting the hybrid system when th e 12-volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting.
■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid system is off.
● Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running
at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
■ Precautions when the 12-volt battery is discharged (vehicles with a
smart key system)
●In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart
key system immediately after the 12-volt battery has been disconnected and
reconnected. Use the wireless remote control or the mechanical key to lock
or unlock the doors.
● The hybrid system may not start on the first attempt after the 12-volt battery
has recharged but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a
malfunction.
● The “POWER” switch mode is memorized by the vehicle. When the 12-volt
battery is reconnected, the system will return to the mode it was in before
the 12-volt battery was discharged. Before disconnecting the 12-volt battery,
turn the “POWER” switch off.
If the “POWER” switch was in ACCE SSORY or ON mode before the 12-volt
battery was discharged, the audio system and/or air conditioning system
may operate when the 12-volt battery is reconnected.
■ Charging the 12-volt battery
The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery will discharge gradually even when
the vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of
certain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the 12-volt
battery may discharge, and the hybrid system may be unable to start. (The
12-volt battery recharges automatically while the hybrid system is operating.)
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5549-2. Customization
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)■
Illumination (P. 379)
*1: Vehicles without a smart key system
*2: Vehicles with a smart key system
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Seat belt reminder (P. 475)
■Automatic air condi tioning system (P. 370)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Time elapsed before lights
turn off15 seconds
7.5 secondsOO
30 secondsOO
Operation when the doors
are unlockedOnOff—O
Operation after the engine
switch is turned to the
“LOCK” position
*1OnOff—O
Operation after the
“POWER” switch is turned
off
*2OnOff—O
Operation when you
approach the vehicle with
the electronic key on your
person
*2
OnOff—O
Interior light controlOnOff—O
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Vehicle speed linked seat
belt reminder buzzer On Off — O
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
A/C auto switch operationOnOffOO
Air conditioning control of
Eco drive modeOnOff—O
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580Alphabetical index
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”.