2016 TOYOTA PRIUS C Quick Reference Guide

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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Smart Key system (if equipped)
Start function
Accessories such as the radio will operate.
Power ON; Hybrid System is not engaged.
All systems OFF.
POWER ON
POWER ON
Push Depress
brake pedal
Carrying
Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “POWER” switch will change the
operation mode in succession from:
Power (without starting Hybrid System)
* Driver door unlocking function can be programmed to unlock driver door only, or
all doors. Grasping passenger door handle will unlock all doors.
NOTE: Doors may also be locked/unlocked using remote.
Back door lock/unlock
Carry remote to
lock/unlock
Unlocking operation*
Carry remote to unlock
Driver door unlock*
Grasp
Push to lockPush to unlock
Locking operation*
Carry remote to lock
All-door lock
Touch
* Front door handles only.

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OVERVIEW
Hood release
Pull up latch and
raise hood
Fuel tank door release and cap
NOTE: Tighten until one click is
heard. If the cap is not tightened
enough, Check Engine “
”
indicator may illuminate.
Pull
Turn to open
Store
Engage support rod
Pull

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
9 Engine oil filler cap
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil level dipstick
Windshield washer fluid tank
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help
extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer
to the “Warranty Maintenance Guide.”
Maintenance reset light instructions can be found in “Maintenance
Requirements Chapter” in Owner’s Manual.
Engine maintenance
Light control-Instrument cluster
Brightness
control
-
+

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Starting the Hybrid System
The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-controlled gasoline engine
and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of power for the
vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied the braking force
generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery. In addition,
the engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped. The benefits are better fuel
economy, reduced vehicle emissions and improved performance.
NOTE: Fuel consumption and energy information of the Hybrid System are
shown on the multi-information display or the Display Audio System.
Tips for improved fuel economy
-Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner’s Manual.
-When possible, link trips to reduce engine cold starts.
-Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on the highway.
-When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking energy.
-Minimize use of the Air Conditioning.
Hybrid Synergy Drive System
(1) Put the selector lever in “P.”
(2) Vehicles with Smart Key system:
Depress the brake pedal, and press the “POWER” switch briefly and firmly.
Vehicles without Smart Key system:
Depress the brake pedal, and turn the key to the “START” position.
(3) The “READY” light will blink. After a few seconds, when the light remains
steady and a beep sounds, you may begin driving.

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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Hybrid transmission
1 The “POWER”/ignition switch must be “ON” and the brake pedal depressed to
shift from Park.
2 The engine brake is the equivalent of downshifting. Shift to “B” when engine
braking is desired (e.g. downhill driving, coasting to a stop).
ECO MODE
Park1
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Engine brake2
Push


Eco Mode helps achieve low fuel consumption during trips that involve frequent
accelerating and braking.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Drive mode
EV MODE
EV Drive Mode allows the electric motor (traction motor), powered by the hybrid
battery (traction battery), to be used to drive the vehicle under certain driving
conditions.
Push

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Seat adjustments-Front
Seat position (forward/backward)
Height crank (driver side; if equipped)
Seatback angle
Seats-Head restraints
Rear outboard
Front (adjustable type)/Rear center
Lock release button
Lock release buttons

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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Seat-Folding down rear seat
Non-split rear seat
Split rear seats
(1) Pull up
(2) Fold down
(1) Pull up
(2) Fold down
Windows-Power
UpDown
Window lock switch
Automatic operation (driver side only) Push the switch completely down or pull
it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop the window partway,
operate the switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains
operable.
Driver side

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Windshield wipers & washers
Interval
wipe Single wipe
Slow
Fast
Pull to wash and wipe
Interval wipe Single wipe
Slow
Fast
Pull to wash and wipe
Front
Type AType B
Adjust frequency*Adjust frequency*
*
Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment Rotate to increase/
decrease wipe frequency. (if equipped)
Rear (if equipped)
Wash and wipe
Wipe
Interval wipe
Wash and wipe
*
Wash and wipe
Wipe
Interval wipe
Wash and wipe
*
Type A
Type B
* The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after
the washer squirts.