2016 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID ECO mode

1442-2. Charging
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Charging tips
To enable the use of EV mode, we recommend systematically
charging the vehicle.
Before leaving home
In order to use EV mode, charge the hybrid battery (traction battery) at
home before leaving.
The charging timer function ( P. 163) can be used to set the system to
automatically fully charge the hybrid battery (traction battery) before your
desired departure time. It is also pos sible to set the air conditioning to
make the interior in a comfortable state before your desired departure time.
At your destination
Use a public charging station to charge the hybrid battery (traction battery).
If there are no charging facilities at your destination, the hybrid battery
(traction battery) can be charged using the hybrid battery (traction battery)
charge mode. ( P. 9 1 )*
This section explains methods for using the charging function
for this vehicle and checking information related to charging.
Systematically charging
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1462-2. Charging
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Information related to charging can be displayed and checked on the
vehicle’s multi-information display.
■While charging
When any door is opened
during charging, the current
charging condition and remain-
ing time until charging is com-
plete can be checked.
■After charging is complete
After charging is complete, the
first time that the hybrid system
is started, a message detailing
the results of the charging is
displayed. Also, a message is
displayed if an operation that
cannot be performed or a situa-
tion that charging cannot be
performed occurs during
charging is performed.
When a message is displayed, follow the instructions displayed on the
screen. (P. 184)
■Combination meter display during charging
If approximately 100 seconds elapse after the power switch is turned to ON
mode during charging, the power switch will automatically turn off and the dis-
play will disappear.
Checking information related to charging

1492-2. Charging
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Plug-in hybrid system
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A89E_(EE)■Capacity reduction of the hybrid battery (traction battery)
The capacity of the hybrid battery (traction battery) will decline gradually
when the hybrid battery (traction battery) is in use. The rate at which it
declines will differ in accordance with environmental conditions and the way
in which the vehicle is used. Observing the following can help suppress bat-
tery capacity decline.
●Avoid parking the vehicle in areas with a high temperature under direct sun-
light when the hybrid battery (traction battery) is fully charged.
●Avoid accelerating and decelerating frequently and suddenly when EV driv-
ing.
●Avoid frequent driving near the top speed for EV driving. (P. 9 8 )
●Leave a low level of charge in the hybrid battery (traction battery) when
leaving the vehicle undriven for a long period of time.
After confirming that EV mode has switched to HV mode, turn the power
switch off.
●Use the charging timer function as much as possible in order to fully charge
the hybrid battery (traction battery) immediately before starting off.
(P. 163)
Also, if the hybrid battery (traction battery) capacity reduces, the distance that
can be driven in EV mode decreases. However, vehicle performance does
not significantly become worse.
■When the remaining charge of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is low
after charging
In the following situations, the remaining charge of the hybrid battery (traction
battery) after charging completes may be less than normal in order to protect
the system (the EV driving range after the battery is fully charged may be
shorter).
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●Charging is carried out when the outside temperature is low or high
●Charging is carried out immediately after high-load driving or in extreme
heat
When none of the above situations apply and there is a drastic drop in the
remaining charge of the hybrid battery (traction battery) after charging com-
pletes, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
*: When this occurs, even if the remaining charge display of the hybrid battery
(traction battery) shows that it is fully charged, the remaining charge rapidly
decreases faster than normal.

1552-2. Charging
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If the charging indicator flashes
after inserting the charging con-
nector:
The charge schedule is regis-
tered (P. 163). Carry an elec-
tronic key and press the
charging connector lock switch
to unlock the charging connec-
tor.
After temporarily removing the charging connector, reinsert it within
approximately 5 seconds. (P. 155)
If the error warning indicator on the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting
Device) flashes during charging, check P. 121 and follow the correction
procedure.
The charging indicator will turn off when charging is completed.
■During charging
●The surface of the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device) may become
hot, but this does not indicate a malfunction. (When using Mode 2 charging
cable.)
●Depending on radio wave conditions, interference may be heard on the
radio.
●The current charging condition and the estimated time until charging will
complete can be checked on the multi-information display. (P. 146)
●During charging, the hybrid battery (traction battery) status indicator illumi-
nates and flashes, and changes according to the charging amount.
(P. 115)
■If the charging indicator flashes after connecting the charging cable
The charge schedule (P. 163) is registered and charging cannot be per-
formed immediately. To cancel charging using the timer and start charging
immediately, perform any of the following procedures.
●Turn “Charge Now” on (P. 171)
●While the charging indicator is flashing, remove and reconnect the charging
connector within 5 seconds
■When the charging connector cannot be inserted into the charging inlet
P. 133

1652-2. Charging
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PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A89E_(EE)■When the charging cable remains connected to the vehicle
Even if multiple consecutive charge schedules are registered, the next
charge will not be carried out according to the timer until the charging cable is
removed and reconnected after charging completes. Also, when the hybrid
battery (traction battery) is fully charged, charging according to the timer will
not be carried out.
■“Climate Prep” (if equipped)
●When the air conditioning-linked setting is turned on, the air conditioning
operates until the set departure time. Therefore, the air conditioning will con-
sume electricity and charging may not complete by the set departure time.
●If the hybrid battery (traction battery) is fully charged, charging will not be
carried out, even if the charge schedule is set. However, if “Climate Prep” is
turned on, the air conditioning will operate only once when it nears the time
set in “Departure”. If this occurs, the air conditioning will consume electricity
and the remaining charge of the hybrid battery (traction battery) when
departing may be decreased.
■When timer settings are ignored
When the following operations are performed while the charging timer is on
standby, timer charging is temporarily canceled and charging is started imme-
diately.
●When the Remote Air Conditioning System (P. 516) is operated
●When turning “Charge Now” on (P. 171)
●When an operation that temporarily cancel charging using the timer
(P. 155)
■Effects of outside temperature
When the charging mode is set to “Departure”, timer settings may be ignored
due to the outside temperature and charging may start immediately.
■“Traction Battery Cooler” (if equipped) (P. 142)
When charging is carried out using the timer, the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) cooling function may operate according to the temperature of the hybrid
battery (traction battery).
●When the charging mode is set to “Start”, cooling starts at the set charging
start time.
●When the charging mode is set to “Departure”, cooling starts approximately
30 minutes before the charging start time. However, if there is no time to fin-
ish charging by the timer setting, the hybrid battery (traction battery) cooling
time may be shortened and “Traction Battery Cooler” may not operate.

1812-2. Charging
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Plug-in hybrid system
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*: Refer to P. 117 for details regarding charging indicator illumination and
flashing.
Refer to the following table and carry out the appropriate correction
procedure.
Charging indicator flashes and charging cannot be carried out.
When charging indicator slowly
flashes
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Charge schedule is registered
When you wish to charge according
to the timer, wait until the set time.
To immediately start charging, set
“Charge Now” to “On”. (P. 171)
When charging indicator rapidly
flashes
*:
Malfunction occurred in an external
power source or the vehicle
Start the hybrid system and follow
the instructions displayed by the
message on the multi-information
display. (P. 184)
When charging timer function does not operate normally
Likely causeCorrection procedure
Cannot charge at desired time
Vehicle clock is not properly
adjustedCheck the clock settings and adjust
it to the proper time. (P. 196)
Charging cable is not connected to
vehicleBefore using the charging timer,
connect the charging cable.
Incorrect charging mode selected
Check the charging mode setting.
(P. 163)
When the charging mode is “Start”,
charging starts at the set time, but
when it is “Departure”, charging is
completed by the set time. (The
charging start time is automatically
controlled by the system.)
Likely causeCorrection procedure

1822-2. Charging
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Charging starts immediately, even though charge schedule is registered
“Charge Now” is set to “On”
When charging according to the
timer, set “Charge Now” to “Off”.
(P. 171)
Charge schedule is set to “Off”Check that charge schedule is not
set to “Off”. (P. 169)
Charging mode is set to “Departure”
and schedule departure time is
close to current time
When the system determines that
there is no time to finish charging by
the set scheduled departure time, it
starts charging immediately. Check
the charge schedules.
Charging cable was removed and
reinserted while charging indicator
was flashing
If the charging cable is removed and
reinserted while the charging indica-
tor is flashing, the charging timer is
canceled (P. 155). Temporarily
remove the charging cable, and then
reconnect it.
The Remote Air Conditioning Sys-
tem was operated
When the Remote Air Conditioning
System is operated, the system will
start charging immediately, even if
the charge schedule is registered.
To carry out charging using the
timer, stop the Remote Air Condi-
tioning System, and then reconnect
the charging cable.
“Traction Battery Heater” (P. 141)
operated
When the charging mode is set to
“Departure”, “Traction Battery
Heater” may operate before
charging starts. Check the status of
the charging indicator. (P. 117)
Charging ends earlier than time set in “Departure”
Charging end time does not match
estimated end time due to condition
of power source or outside tempera-
tureIf sudden changes in temperature or
changes in the condition of the
power source occur while charging,
charging may end earlier than the
time estimated by the system.
Likely causeCorrection procedure

1973. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
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■The meters and display illuminate when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■Adjusting the instrument cluster brightness (P. 192)
●The brightness levels that can be selected differ depending on whether the
tail lights are on and surrounding brightness levels, as shown in the table
below.
*: 22 levels of the brightness are displayed on the setting screen. However,
the brightness setting will be the brightest when other than 1st level (the
darkest) is selected. If other than 1st or 22nd level is selected, when the
tail lights are turned on in a dark place, the instrument cluster brightness
setting will be the selected level.
●If the taillights are illuminated in a dark environment, the instrument cluster
light dims. However, when the brightness of the instrument cluster is set to
minimum or maximum (1st or 22nd level of the instrument cluster bright-
ness), even if the taillights are illuminated, the instrument cluster light will
not dim.
■When disconnecting and reconnecting 12-volt battery terminals
The settings of the clock will be reset.
■Calendar settings
●Until the calendar settings are set, the check screen is displayed every time
the power switch is turned to ON mode.
●After the calendar information is set, it can be changed in the “Meter Custo-
mize” settings. (P. 245)
The tail lights are offThe tail lights are on
In a bright place2 levels*2 levels*
In a dark place22 levels
If calendar recording is interrupted due to
replacement of the 12-volt battery or 12-
volt battery discharge, etc., when the
power switch is turned to ON mode after
maintenance, the calendar settings check
screen is automatically displayed on the
multi-information display.
●If date information is not set, the electric-
ity and fuel consumption record cannot
be stored correctly. When the calendar
settings check screen is displayed,
make sure to always set the settings.
(P. 242)