5549-1. Specifications
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)
Measuring rimThe rim on which a tire is fitted for physical
dimension requirements
Open splice Any parting at any junction of tread, sidewall,
or innerliner that extends to cord material
Outer diameter The overall diameter of an inflated new tire
Overall width The linear distance between the exteriors of
the sidewalls of an inflated tire, including ele-
vations due to labeling, decorations, or protec-
tive bands or ribs
Passenger car tire A tire intended for use on passenger cars,
multipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks,
that have a gross vehicle weight rating
(GVWR) of 10,000 lb. or less.
Ply A layer of rubber-coated parallel cords
Ply separation A parting of rubber compound between adja-
cent plies
Pneumatic tire A mechanical device made of rubber, chemi-
cals, fabric and steel or other materials, that,
when mounted on an automotive wheel, pro-
vides the traction and contains the gas or fluid
that sustains the load
Radial ply tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that
extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90
degrees to the centerline of the tread
Reinforced tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and
at higher inflation pressures than the corre-
sponding standard tire
Section width The linear distance between the exteriors of
the sidewalls of an inflated tire, excluding ele-
vations due to labeling, decoration, or protec-
tive bands
Sidewall That portion of a tire between the tread and
bead
Sidewall separation The parting of the rubber compound from the
cord material in the sidewall
Tire related termMeaning
5619-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)
Items to initialize
The following items must be initialized for normal system opera-
tion after such cases as the 12-volt battery being reconnected,
or maintenance being performed on the vehicle:
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Message indicating
maintenance is required
(except Canada)
After the maintenance is performedP. 407
Tire pressure warning
system
• When rotating the tires on vehi- cles with differing front and rear
tire inflation pressures
• When changing tire pressure (such as when changing travel-
ing speed, load weight, etc.)
• When changing the tire size
P. 4 3 3
582What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place and replace the flat tire with the spare
tire. ( →P. 501)
●Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or
snow. ( →P. 528)
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck
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Eco drive mode ........................ 199
Electric power steering ........... 264
Electronic keyIf the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 516
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 466
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds ........................ 477, 486
If a warning light
turns on .............................. 477
If a warning message is displayed ............................ 486
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 516
If the hybrid system will
not start .............................. 514
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 528
If the vehicle 12-volt battery is discharged .......... 518
If you have a flat tire ............ 501
If you lose your keys ............. 122
If you think something is
wrong.................................. 476
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency.......................... 467
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ............................. 469
If your vehicle overheats ....... 524 Engine
Compartment ........................ 419
Engine switch ............... 184, 188
Hood ..................................... 416
How to start the hybrid
system ....... ................. 184, 188
Identification number ............ 533
If the hybrid system will not start .............................. 514
Ignition switch ............... 184, 188
Overheating .......................... 524
“POWER” switch................... 188
Engine coolant Capacity................................ 536
Checking............................... 423
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 273
Engine oil Capacity................................ 535
Checking............................... 420
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 273
Engine/power control unit
coolant Capacity................................ 536
Checking............................... 423
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 273
Engine switch .................. 184, 188
EPS ........................................... 264
EV drive mode ......................... 195
Event data recorder................... 11
Exclusive jump starting terminal .................... 518
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SeatsAdjustment ............................ 147
Adjustment precautions ........ 147
Child seats/child restraint system
installation ............................ 63
Cleaning................................ 403
Front seat adjustment ........... 147
Front seat adjustment precautions ......................... 147
Head restraint ....................... 152
Properly sitting in the seat ...... 28
Seat heaters ......................... 382
Service reminder
indicators ................................. 88
Sensor Automatic High Beam
system ......... ....................... 223
Front sensor.......................... 223
Laser sensor ......................... 223
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)........ 223
Monocular camera sensor .... 223
PCS
(Pre-Collision system) ........ 223
Shift lever If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 200
Transmission ........................ 198
Shift lock system ..................... 200
Side airbags ............................... 40 Side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 457
Wattage ................................ 540
Side mirror Adjusting and folding ............ 158
Defogger ............................... 376
Smart key system Entry function........................ 140
Starting the hybrid
system ....... ................. 184, 188
Spare tire
Inflation pressure .................. 539
Storage location.................... 502
Spark plug ................................ 537
Specifications .......................... 532
Speedometer.............................. 93
Steering
Column lock release ..... 186, 191
Steering wheel Adjustment............................ 155
Audio switches...................... 283
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 462
Storage feature ........................ 386
Storage precautions................ 179
Stuck If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 528
Sun visors ................................ 391
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SwitchAutomatic High Beam
switch ................................. 245
Cruise control........................ 250
Eco drive mode switch .......... 199
Emergency flasher switch ..... 466
Engine switch................ 184, 188
EV drive mode switch ........... 195
Fog light switch ..................... 208
Hazard light switch................ 466
Headlight switch.................... 204
Ignition switch ............... 184, 188
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) switch ................................. 242
Light switches ....................... 204
Power door lock switch ......... 129
PCS (Pre-Collision system) switch ..... ............... 230
“POWER” switch ................... 188
Power window switch............ 160
Rear window wiper and washer switch ..................... 214
Steering wheel audio
switches.............................. 283
VSC OFF switch ................... 265
Window lock switch............... 160
Wiper and washer ......... 210, 214 Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 462
Switch ................................... 204
Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system .. ............... 84
Theft prevention labels ........... 86
Theft prevention labels ............. 86
Tire inflation pressure............. 441
Tire information Glossary ............................... 551
Size....................................... 547
Tire identification number ..... 546
Uniform tire quality grading ............................... 549
Tires Chains .................................. 274
Checking............................... 432
If you have a flat tire ............. 501
Inflation pressure .................. 539
Inflation pressure sensor ...... 433
Information............................ 544
Replacing.............................. 501
Rotating tires ........................ 432
Size....................................... 539
Snow tires ............................. 275
Spare tire .............................. 501
Tire pressure warning system ....... ................. 433, 480T
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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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PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)
GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverFuel filler door
P. 416 P. 217
Hood lock release leverFuel filler
door openerTire inflation pressure
P. 416 P. 217P. 539
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)9.5 gal. (36 L, 7.9 Imp. gal.)
Fuel type
P. 534
Cold tire inflation
pressureP. 5 3 9
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill —
reference) P. 535
Engine oil type
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
P. 535