2016 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUS air conditioning

3576-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Air conditioning filter
Turn the power switch off.
Open the lower glove box and
remove the filter exchange
cover.
Remove the filter cover.
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain
air conditioning efficiency.
Removal method
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Slide and pull out the filter.
Replace it with a new one.
The “↑UP” marks shown on the fil-
ter should be pointing up.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
■ Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the
“Toyota Service Booklet” or “Toyota Warranty Booklet”.)
■ If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
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NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the system
When using the air conditioning system, make sure that a filter is always
installed.
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3867-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If you think something is wrong
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● High coolant temperature warning light flashes or comes on
● Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system
● Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches
the floor
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle proba-
bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

4577-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If your vehicle overheats
■If the high coolant temperature warning light comes on or
flashesStop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning
system, and then stop the hybrid system.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has cooled down sufficiently, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact
any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.● The high coolant temperature warning light ( →P. 391) comes on
or flashes, or a loss of hybrid system power is experienced. (For
example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)
● Vehicles without multi-information display: The hybrid system
overheat warning light ( →P. 391) comes on.
● Vehicles with multi-information display: The warning message
indicating overheat is shown on the multi-information display.
(→ P. 403)
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
Correction procedures
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4587-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and
“LOW” lines on the reservoir.Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the hybrid system and turn the air conditioning system on to
check that the radiator cooling fans operate and to check for
coolant leaks from the radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air condi tioning system is turned on immedi-
ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking
the fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air con-
ditioning system on and off repeatedly. (The fans may not operate in
freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the hybrid system immediately and contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
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4808-2. Customization
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Instrument cluster (
→P. 111 )
*: The default setting varies according to countries.
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Automatic air conditioning system ( →P. 280)
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Sensor sensitivity for
darkening the brightness
of the instrument cluster
depending on the outside
brightness
Standard-2 to 2––O
Sensor sensitivity for
returning the brightness of
the instrument cluster to
the original level depend-
ing on the outside bright-
ness
Standard-2 to 2––O
Language*English
French
O–OGerman
Spanish
Italian
Unitskm
(L/100km)km (km/L)OOO
Pop-up displayOnOffO–O
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
A/C auto switching opera-
tionOnOff––O
Heating/cooling operation
minimized in Eco drive
mode
OnOff––O
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490Alphabetical index
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Alphabetical index
A/C............................................. 280Air conditioning filter.............. 357
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 280
Climate remote control switches.............................. 288
Pollen removal mode ............ 283
ABS
(Anti-lock Brake System) ...... 256Function ................................ 256
Warning light ......................... 388
Air conditioning filter .............. 357
Air conditioning system .......... 280 Air conditioning filter.............. 357
Automatic air conditioning system ................................ 280
Climate remote control switches.............................. 288
Pollen removal mode ............ 283
Air intake vent ............................ 86
Airbag manual on-off system ...................................... 56 Airbags ....................................... 46
Airbag manual on-off system .................................. 56
Airbag operating conditions .... 52
Airbag precautions for your child ...................................... 48
Airbag warning light .............. 388
Correct driving posture ........... 36
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............. 52
Curtain shield airbag precautions........................... 50
General airbag precautions .... 48
Locations of airbags................ 46
Modification and disposal of airbags.................................. 51
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 52
Side airbag precautions .......... 49
Side and curtain shield airbags operating
conditions ............................. 52
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions .............. 50
SRS airbags............................ 46
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491Alphabetical index
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Alarm........................................... 98Alarm....................................... 98
Warning buzzer ..................... 387
Anchor brackets ........................ 67
Antenna Smart entry & start system.... 153
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ...................................... 256Function ................................ 256
Warning light ......................... 388
Approach warning ................... 246
Assist grips .............................. 305
Audio input
*
Audio system*
Automatic air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter.............. 357
Automatic air conditioning system ................................ 280
Automatic headlight leveling system .................................... 225Function ................................ 225
Warning light ......................... 391
Automatic light control
system .................................... 224
AUX port
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Auxiliary boxes ................ 297, 299 Back door ................................. 148
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 372
Wattage ................................ 474
Battery (12-volt battery) Battery checking ................... 337
If the 12-volt battery is discharged .......................... 452
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 274
Warning light ......................... 387
Battery (traction battery)........... 85
Bluetooth
®*
Bottle holders .......................... 295
Brake Fluid ...................................... 472
Parking brake........................ 222
Regenerative braking.............. 82
Warning light ......................... 387
Brake assist ............................. 256
Break-in tips ............................. 197
Brightness control Instrument cluster light control................................. 114
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*: Refer to the “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s Manual”.