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4768-2. Steps to take in an emergency
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air co nditioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● is shown on the multi-information display
● 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, spon gy feeling, pedal almost touches
the floor
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the follow ing symptoms, your vehicle proba-
bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms
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4778-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)
If a warning light turns on or a warning
buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light in red (warning buzzer)*1
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehi-
cle may be dangerous.
Brake system warning light in yellow
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The regenerative brake system; or
• The electronically controlled brake system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
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5389-1. Specifications
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, con-tact your Toyota dealer.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 66 lbf (294 N, 30kgf) while the hybrid system is operating
*2: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 45 lbf (200 N, 20kgf)
Hybrid transmission
Fluid capacity*3.5 qt. (3.3 L, 2.9 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may ulti-
mately damage the hybrid transmission of your vehicle.
Brakes
Pedal clearance*12.8 in. (70 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04 ⎯ 0.24 in. (1.0 ⎯ 6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lever travel*28 ⎯ 11 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
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584Alphabetical index
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)
Back door ................................. 135
Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs............. 460
Wattage ................................ 540
Battery
Checking ............................... 428
Hybrid battery (traction battery) ................... 78
If the vehicle 12-volt battery is discharged .......... 518
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 273
Bluetooth
® audio
Bluetooth® audio................... 329
Portable player...................... 317
Set up ................................... 321
Using the Bluetooth
®
audio................................... 329
Bluetooth
® phone
Making a phone call .............. 334
Set up ................................... 322
Bottle holders .......................... 390
Brake Fluid ...................................... 538
Parking brake........................ 203
Brake assist ............................. 264
Break-in tips ............................. 170 Care
Exterior ................................. 400
Interior .................................. 403
Seat belts.............................. 404
Cargo capacity......................... 181
CD player.................................. 300
Chains ...................................... 274
Child-protectors ...................... 130
Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition ......... 60
Booster seats, installation....... 68
Convertible seats, definition ............................... 60
Convertible seats,
installation ............................ 67
Front passenger occupant classification syst em ............ 52
Infant seat, definition .............. 60
Infant seats, installation .......... 65
Installing CRS with LATCH system ..................... 64
Installing CRS with seat belts .............................. 65
Installing CRS with top tether straps ................... 69
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587Alphabetical index
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)
Floor mat .................................... 26
FluidBrake .................................... 538
Washer ................................. 427
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 462
Switch ................................... 208
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 462
Switch ................................... 208
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 52
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ................. 479
Front seats Adjustment ............................ 147
Front sensor............................. 223
Automatic High Beam ........... 223
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)........ 223
PCS (Pre-Collision System)........ 223
Precautions ........................... 224
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs............. 457
Switch ................................... 204
Wattage ................................ 540
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs............. 459
Switch ................................... 202
Wattage ................................ 540
Fuel Capacity ................................ 534
Fuel gauge .............................. 93
Information ............................ 541
Refueling............................... 217
Type ...................................... 534
Fuel door .................................. 217
Fuel filler door.......................... 217
Fuses ........................................ 451 Gauges ....................................... 93
Glove box ................................. 387
Hazard lights
Switch ................................... 466
Head restraints Adjusting .............................. 152
Headlights Replacing light bulbs ............ 462
Switch ................................... 204
Heaters Seat heaters ......................... 382
Side mirrors .......................... 376
Hill-start assist control ........... 264
Hood ......................................... 416
Horn .......................................... 155
Hybrid system Emergency shut off system .... 79
Energy monitor/consumption screen ........... 110
High voltage components ....... 78
Hybrid system indicator ........ 104
“POWER” switch................... 188
Vehicle Proximity Notification System .............. 74
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595Alphabetical index
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)
Warning buzzersBrake system ....... ................. 477
Electric power steering system ......... ....................... 478
Key reminder ........................ 495
LDA
(Lane Departure Alert)........ 240
Master warning ..................... 479
Pre-Collision warning ............ 480
Seat belt reminder ................ 479
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system.......... 478
Brake assist system .............. 478
Brake system ....... ................. 477
Charging system ................... 478
Electric power steering system ......... ....................... 478
Front passenger occupant classification system........... 478
Low brake fluid...................... 477
Low fuel level ........................ 479
Low tire inflation pressure ..... 480
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 478
Master warning light.............. 479
Parking brake........................ 478
PCS warning light ................. 480
Pretensioners........................ 478
Seat belt reminder light ......... 479
Slip indicator light.................. 479
SRS airbag system ............... 478
Tire pressure......................... 480
Tire pressure warning system ......... ....................... 480 Warning messages.................. 486
Washer
Checking............................... 427
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 273
Switch ........................... 210, 214
Washing and waxing ............... 400
Weight Cargo capacity...................... 181
Load limits ............................ 181
Weight .................................. 532
Wheels ...................................... 444
Window lock switch ................ 160
Windows Power windows..................... 160
Rear window defogger.......... 376
Washer ......................... 210, 214
Windshield wipers ................... 210
Wireless remote control key Replacing the key battery ..... 448
Wireless remote control ........ 121
WMA disc ................................. 300
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