2016 TOYOTA PRIUS C service indicator

781-2. Hybrid system
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
■If a warning light comes on, a warn ing message is displayed, or the 12-
volt battery has been disconnected
The hybrid system may not start. In this case, try to start the system again. If
the “READY” indicator does not come on, contact your Toyota dealer.
■ Running out of fuel
When the vehicle has run out of fuel and the hybrid system cannot be started,
refuel the vehicle with at least enough gasoline to make the low fuel le\
vel
warning light ( P. 475) go off. If there is only a small amount of fuel, the
hybrid system may not be able to start. (The standard amount of fuel is about
1.3 gal. [5.0 L, 1.1 Imp. gal.] when the vehicle is on a level surface. This value
may vary when the vehicle is on a slope. Add extra fuel when the vehicle is
inclined.)
■ Electromagnetic waves
●High voltage parts and cables on hybrid vehicles incorporate electromag-
netic shielding, and therefore emit approximately the same amount of elec-
tromagnetic waves as conventional gasoline powered vehicles or home
electronic appliances.
● Your vehicle may cause sound interference in some third party-produced
radio parts.
■ Hybrid battery (traction battery)
The hybrid battery (traction battery) has a limited service life. The lifespan of
the hybrid battery (traction battery) can change in accordance with driving
style and driving conditions.

4087-2. Maintenance
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
The OBD system determines that a problem exists somewhere in the
emission control system. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test and
may need to be repaired. Contact your Toyota dealer to service the
vehicle.
● When the 12-volt battery is disconnected or discharged
Readiness codes that are set duri ng ordinary driving are erased.
Also, depending on your driving habits, the readiness codes may
not be completely set.
● When the fuel tank cap is loose
The malfunction indicator lamp comes on indicating a temporary
malfunction and your vehicle may not pass the I/M test.
The error code in the OBD system will not be cleared unless the vehi-
cle is driven 40 or more times.
Contact your Toyota dealer to prepare the vehicle for re-testing.
Emission inspection an d maintenance (I/M)
programs
Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which
include OBD (On Board Diagnos tics) checks. The OBD system
monitors the operation of the emission control system.
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test in the following situations:
When the malfunction indicator lamp still remains on after sev-
eral driving trips
If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test

5369-1. Specifications
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)■
Non-recommendation of the use of blended gasoline
●If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure that it has an octane rating no
lower than 87.
● Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.
■ Non-recommendation of the use of gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcy-
clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel
containing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely
affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If this
happens, contact your Toyota dealer for service.
■ If your engine knocks
●Consult your Toyota dealer.
● You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerat-
ing or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
●
Use only gasoline containing up to 15%
ethanol.
DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline
that could contain more than 15% etha-
nol, including from any pump labeled
E30, E50, E85 (which are only some
examples of fuel containing more than
15% ethanol).
DO NOT use gasoline contain-
ing more than 15% ethanol.
(30% ethanol)
(50% ethanol)
(85% ethanol)

584Alphabetical index
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
Radiator .................................... 421
Radio......................................... 294
Rear seatFolding down ........................ 146
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 456
Wattage ................................ 534
Rear view monitor
system
*.................................. 251
Rear window defogger ............ 372
Rear window wiper .................. 211
Resetting the message indicating maintenance
is required .............................. 403
Replacing Fuses .................................... 447
Key battery............................ 444
Light bulbs ............................ 451
Tires ...................................... 497
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ...................... 558 Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt ............ 28
Automatic Locking
Retractor (ALR) .................... 32
Child restra int system
installation ............................ 63
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belts ...................... 400
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ................... 32
How to wear your seat belt ..... 26
How your child should
wear the seat belt ................. 32
Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use ............. 34
Reminder light ...................... 475
Seat belt extenders................. 33
Seat belt pretensioners........... 32
Seat cushion airbag .................. 37
Seat heaters ............................. 378
Seating capacity ...................... 179
Seats Adjustment............................ 145
Adjustment precautions ........ 145
Child seats/child
restraint system
installation ............................ 61
Cleaning ............................... 399
Front seat adjustment ........... 145
Front seat adjustment precautions......................... 145
Head restraint ....................... 150
Properly sitting in the seat ...... 26
Seat heaters ......................... 378
Service reminder indicators ................................. 86
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