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PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)
Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Instrument
clusterHow to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
3
Operation of
each
componentOpening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
4DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for
driving
5Audio systemOperating the audio system
6Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
7Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance
procedures
8When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
9Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
10For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat
belt and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian
owners
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically
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5-9. Bluetooth® Audio
(Multimedia system)
Listening to Bluetooth
®
Audio ............................... 329
5-10. Bluetooth
® phone
(Multimedia system)
Using a Bluetooth
®
Phone.............................. 331
Making a call ..................... 334
Receiving a call ................. 337
Speaking on the phone ..... 338
Bluetooth
® phone
message function ............ 342
Using the steering wheel switches ................ 347
Bluetooth
® phone
settings............................ 348
Contact/Call History Settings ........................... 350
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ............ 360
5-11. Bluetooth
®
(Multimedia system)
Bluetooth
®......................... 364
5-12. Using the voice command system
(Multimedia system)
Voice command system............................. 369 6-1. Using the air
conditioning system
and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ......... 374
Seat heaters ...................... 382
6-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list................. 383
• Interior lights.................. 384
• Personal lights............... 384
6-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ...... 386
• Glove box ...................... 387
• Console box .................. 387
• Auxiliary boxes .............. 388
• Cup holders ................... 389
• Bottle holders ................ 390
6-4. Other interior features Other interior features........ 391
• Sun visors ..................... 391
• Vanity mirrors ................ 391
• Outside temperature display ........................... 391
• Power outlet .................. 393
• Coat hooks .................... 394
• Assist grips .................... 395
• Luggage cover .............. 396
6Interior features
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PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)Inside rear view mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 157
Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 391
Vanity mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 391
Interior light/personal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 384
Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 332
Moon roof switches
*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 164
Assist grips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 395
*: If equipped
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2714-7. Driving tips
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Driving
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)
◆When braking
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in a timely manner. A
greater amount of electrical energy can be regenerated when slow-
ing down.
◆Delays
Repeated acceleration and deceleration, as well as long waits at
traffic lights, will lead to bad fuel economy. Check traffic reports
before leaving and avoid delays as much as possible. When driving
in a traffic jam, gently release the brake pedal to allow the vehicle to
move forward slightly while avoi ding overuse of the accelerator
pedal. Doing so can help control excessive gasoline consumption.
◆Highway driving
Control and maintain the vehicle at a constant speed. Before stop-
ping at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release the
accelerator and gently apply the br akes. A greater amount of elec-
trical energy can be regenerated when slowing down.
◆Air conditioning
Use the air conditioning only when necessary. Doing so can help
reduce excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: When the ambient temperature is high, use the recircu-
lated air mode. Doing so will help to reduce the burden on the air
conditioning system and reduce fuel consumption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline eng ine will not automatically cut out
until it and the interior of the vehi cle are warm, it will consume fuel.
Also, fuel consumption can be improved by avoiding overuse of the
heater.
◆Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire infl ation pressure frequently. Improper
tire inflation pressure can cause poor fuel economy.
Also, as snow tires can cause larg e amounts of friction, their use on
dry roads can lead to poor fuel economy. Use tires that are appro-
priate for the season.
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6Interior features
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)6-1. Using the air
conditioning system
and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ........ 374
Seat heaters...................... 382
6-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 383
• Interior lights ................. 384
• Personal lights .............. 384
6-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ..... 386
• Glove box...................... 387
• Console box .................. 387
• Auxiliary boxes.............. 388
• Cup holders .................. 389
• Bottle holders ................ 390
6-4. Other interior features Other interior features ....... 391
• Sun visors ..................... 391
• Vanity mirrors................ 391
• Outside temperature display........................... 391
• Power outlet .................. 393
• Coat hooks.................... 394
• Assist grips ................... 395
• Luggage cover .............. 396
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Interior features
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6-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights/personal lights (→P. 384)
Luggage compartment light (if equipped) ( →P. 136)
Interior lights list
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3846-2. Using the interior lights
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)
Turns the lights off
Turns the lights on/off linked to
door positions
Turns the lights on
Turns the lights on
Turns the lights off
Interior lights
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Personal lights
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3856-2. Using the interior lights
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Interior features
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)
■Illuminated entry system
Vehicles without a smart key system
When the interior lights switch is in the door position, the interior lights auto-
matically turn on/off according to the engine switch position, whether the
doors are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors are open/closed.
Vehicles with a smart key system
When the interior lights switch is in the door position, the interior lights auto-
matically turn on/off according to “POWER” switch mode, the presence of the
electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors
are open/closed.
■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Vehicles without a smart key system
If the interior lights, personal lights or luggage compartment light remain on
when the engine switch is “LOCK” position, the lights will go off automatically
after 20 minutes.
Vehicles with a smart key system
If the interior lights, personal lights or luggage compartment light remain on
when the “POWER” switch is off, the li ghts will go off automatically after 20
minutes.
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. the time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 556)
NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is
off.