2017 TOYOTA PRIUS C Owners Manual

1854-2. Driving procedures
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“LOCK”
The steering wheel is locked and
the key can be removed. (The key
can be removed only when the
shift lever is in P.)
“ACC”
Some electrical components such
as the power outlet can be used.
“ON”
All electrical components can be used.
“START”
For starting the hybrid system.
■Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK”
Shift the shift lever to P.
■ Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
→P. 7 7
■ When the ambient temperature is low, such as during winter driving con-
ditions
When starting the hybrid system, the flashing time of the “READY” indicator
may be long. Leave the vehicle as it is until the “READY” indicator is steady
on, as steady means the vehicle is able to move.
Changing the engine switch positions
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2
3
4
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Push in the key and turn it to the
“LOCK” position.2

1864-2. Driving procedures
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If the hybrid system does not start (vehicles with immobilizer system)
The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( →P. 84)
Contact your Toyota dealer.
■ When the steering lock cannot be released
■ If the “READY” indicator does not come on
In the event that the “READY” indicator does not come on even after perform-
ing the proper procedures for starting the vehicle, contact your Toyota dealer
immediately.
■ If the hybrid system is malfunctioning
→P. 487
■ Key reminder function
A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened while the engine switch is in
the “LOCK” or “ACC” position to remind you to remove the key. When starting the hybrid system, the
engine switch may seem stuck in the
“LOCK” position. To free it, turn the key
while turning the steering wheel slightly
left and right.
WARNING
■When starting the hybrid system
Always start the hybrid system while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not
depress the accelerator pedal while starting the hybrid system under any
circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■ Caution when driving
Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position while driving. If, in an
emergency, you must turn the hybrid system off while the vehicle is moving,
turn the engine switch only to the “ACC” position to stop the hybrid system.
An accident may result if the hybrid system is stopped while driving.
(→P. 467)

1874-2. Driving procedures
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NOTICE
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the engine switch in the “ACC” or “ON” position for long peri-
ods of time without the hybrid system on.
■ When starting th e hybrid system
If the hybrid system becomes difficult to start, have your vehicle checked by
your Toyota dealer immediately.

1884-2. Driving procedures
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is in P.
If the shift lever is not set in P, the hybrid system may not be started.
(→P. 198)
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
will be displayed on the multi-information display.
If it is not displayed, the hybrid system cannot be started.
Press the “POWER” switch
shortly and firmly.
When operating the “POWER”
switch, one short, firm press is
enough.
It is not necessary to press and
hold the switch.
If the “READY” indicator turns on,
the hybrid system will operate nor-
mally.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal until the “READY” indicator
is illuminated.
The hybrid system can be started
from any “POWER” switch mode.
Power (ignition) switch (vehicles with a
smart key system)
Performing the following operati ons when carrying the elec-
tronic key on your person starts the hybrid system or changes
“POWER” switch modes.
Starting the hybrid system
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2
3
4

1894-2. Driving procedures
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Check that the “READY” indicator is illuminated.
If the “READY” indicator changes from a flashing light to a solid light and a
beep sound, the hybrid system is starting normally.
The vehicle will not move when the “READY” indicator is off.
The vehicle can move when the “READY” indicator is on even if the engine
is stopped. (The engine starts or stops automatically in accordance with
the state of the vehicle.)
Stop the vehicle completely.
Set the parking brake (→P. 203), and shift the shift lever to P.
Press the “POWER” switch.
Slowly release the brake pedal and check that on the multi-
information di splay is off.
Modes can be changed by pressing the “POWER” switch with brake
pedal released. (The mode changes ea ch time the switch is pressed.)
Off
*
The emergency flashers can be
used.
ACCESSORY mode
Some electrical components such
as the power outlet can be used.
will be displayed on the
multi-information display.
ON mode
All electrical components can be
used.
will be displayed on the
multi-information display.
*: If the shift lever is in a position other than P when turning off the hybrid sys- tem, the “POWER” switch will be tur ned to ACCESSORY mode, not to off.
Stopping the hybrid system
Changing “POWER” switch modes
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3
4
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2
3

1904-2. Driving procedures
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If the hybrid system is stopped with the shift lever in a position other
than P, the “POWER” switch will not be turned off but instead be
turned to ACCESSORY mode. Perform the following procedure to
turn the switch off:
Check that the parking brake is set.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Check that is displayed on t he multi-information display and
then press the “POWER” switch once.
Check that on the multi-information display is off.
■ Auto power off function
When the shift lever is in P, if the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY or ON mode
with the hybrid system not operating for more than 20 minutes (ACCESSORY
mode) or one hour (ON mode), the “POWER” switch will automatically turn
off. However, this function cannot entirely prevent 12-volt battery discharge.
Do not leave the vehicle with the “POWER” switch in ACCESSORY or ON
mode for long periods of time when the hybrid system is not operating.
■ Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
→P. 7 7
■ Electronic key battery depletion
→P. 123
■ When the ambient temperature is low, such as during winter driving con-
ditions
When starting the hybrid system, the flashing time of the “READY” indicator
may be long. Leave the vehicle as it is until the “READY” indicator is steady
on, as steady means the vehicle is able to move.
■ Conditions affecting operation
→P. 142
When stopping the hybrid system with the shift lever in a posi-
tion other than P
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2
3
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Notes for the entry function
→P. 143
■ If the hybrid system does not start
●The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( →P. 84)
Contact your Toyota dealer.
■ Steering lock
After turning the “POWER” switch off and opening and closing the doors, the
steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the
“POWER” switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.
■ When the steering lock cannot be released
■ Steering lock motor o verheating prevention
To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be sus-
pended if the hybrid system is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period
of time. In this case, refrain from operating the hybrid system. After about 10
seconds, the steering lock motor will resume functioning. ● Check that the shift lever is securely set
in P. The hybrid system may not start if
the shift lever is not securely in the P
position. “SHIFT TO P POSITION TO
START” will be displayed on the multi-
information display.
“STEERING LOCK ACTIVE” will be dis-
played on the multi-information display.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Press the “POWER” switch while turning
the steering wheel left and right.

1924-2. Driving procedures
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)■
If the “READY” indicator does not come on
In the event that the “READY” indicator does not come on even after perform-
ing the proper procedures for starting the vehicle, contact your Toyota dealer
immediately.
■ If the hybrid system is malfunctioning
→P. 487
■ If the electronic key battery is depleted
→P. 448
■ Operation of the “POWER” switch
●If the switch is not pressed shortly and firmly, the “POWER” switch mode
may not change or the hybrid system may not start.
● If attempting to restart the hybrid system immediately after turning the
“POWER” switch off, the hybrid system may not start in some cases. After
turning the “POWER” switch off, pleas e wait a few seconds before restarting
the hybrid system.
■ If the smart key system has been deactivated in a customized setting
→P. 516