2017 TOYOTA PRIUS C ECO mode

22Pictorial index
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)Seat heater switches
*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 382
VSC OFF switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 265
Eco drive mode switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 199
EV drive mode switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 1951
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271-1. For safe use
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For safety and security
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause the driver’s floor mat to slip, possibly interfering
with the pedals while driving. An unexpectedly high speed may result or it may
become difficult to stop the vehicle. This could lead to an accident, resulting in
death or serious injury.
■When installing the driver's floor mat
● Do not use floor mats designed for ot her models or different model year
vehicles, even if they are Toyota Genuine floor mats.
● Only use floor mats designed for the driver's seat.
● Always install the floor mat securely using the retaining hooks (clips) pro-
vided.
● Do not use two or more floor mats on top of each other.
● Do not place the floor mat bottom-side up or upside-down.
■ Before driving
● Check that the floor mat is securely
fixed in the correct place with all the
provided retaining hooks (clips). Be
especially careful to perform this check
after cleaning the floor.
● With the hybrid system stopped and the
shift lever in P, fully depress each pedal
to the floor to make sure it does not
interfere with the floor mat.

902. Instrument cluster
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position(vehicles without a smart key system) or the “POWER” switch is turned to
ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system) to indicate that a system
check is being performed. They will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or
after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if the lights
do not come on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.

912. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s
various systems.
Indicators
Turn signal indicator
( →P. 202)Shift position indicator
(→P. 199)
Headlight high beam
indicator ( →P. 204) “ECO MODE” indicator
(
→P. 199)
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
(→P. 204)EV drive indicator lamp
(→P. 75)
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
(→P. 204)
(if equipped)
Cruise control indicator
(→P. 250)
(if equipped)
Front fog light indicator
(→P. 208)
(if equipped)
Cruise control set indica-
tor ( →P. 250)
*1
(if equipped)
Automatic High Beam
indicator ( →P. 245)*1, 2
Slip indicator ( →P. 265)
(if equipped)
Immobilizer system indi-
cator (→P. 84)*1VSC OFF indicator
(→P. 265)
(if equipped)
LDA indicator
(→P. 240)
“READY” indicator
( →P. 184, 188)
*1
(if equipped)
PCS warning light
(→P. 227)
EV drive mode indicator
( →P. 195)
SRS airbag
on-off indica-
tor ( →P. 52)*1

922. Instrument cluster
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position(vehicles without a smart key system) or the “POWER” switch is turned to
ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system) to indicate that a system
check is being performed. They will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or
after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if the lights
do not come on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
WARNING
■ If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS or SRS warning light not
come on when you start the hybrid system, this could mean that these sys-
tems are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could r\
esult
in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately if this occurs.

1062. Instrument cluster
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)■
“ECO savings” settings
The gasoline price and fuel consumption comparison settings can
be set, and the screen settings can be changed between basic and
detailed.
●
To input the gasoline price, press the “DISP” (to increase) or
“TRIP” (to reduce) switch.
When the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without
a smart key system) or the “POWER” switch is turned to ON mode
(vehicles with a smart key system) after refueling, the gasoline price
input screen is automatically displayed.
●To input the fuel consumption co mparison, press the “DISP” (to
increase) or “TRIP” (to reduce) switch.
When the fuel consumption comparison is input, the estimated savings
in fuel costs are displayed. If the fuel consumption comparison is not
input, the cost of the consumed fuel will be displayed.
■
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) wa rning sensitivity (if equipped)
LDA warning sensitivity can be
set to 2 different levels.

1072. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)■
Menu screen selection
The following screen changes
and settings can be performed:
• The eco savings record screen
can be switched on or off.
• The 5 minute fuel consumption screen can be switched on or
off.
• Past record can be reset.
• The past record screen can be switched between off, monthly
average and personal best.
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Screen off
The screen can be turned off.
The upper part of the screen is always displayed and cannot be turned
off.
When the hybrid system is turned
off, drive information data since
the system was started is dis-
played after the ending animation.
When the doors are locked, the
screen turns off.
■ The clock is displayed when
Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
The “POWER” switch is in ON mode.
■ Eco score
●As the accelerator pedal is not depressed, the driven distance using cruise
control (if equipped) is not included in the eco score.
● As the eco score evaluation differs according to driving conditions and envi-
ronmental factors, in some cases it may not be linked to fuel consumption.
Trip summary display

1223-1. Key information
PRIUS c_U (OM52J11U)
■Panic mode
Vehicles without a smart key system
Vehicles with a smart key system
■ If you lose your keys
New genuine keys can be made by your Toyota dealer using the other keys
(including mechanical key) and the key number stamped on your key number
plate. Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle.
■ When riding in an aircraft
When bringing a key with wireless remote control function onto an aircraft,
make sure you do not press any buttons on the key while inside the aircraft
cabin. If you are carrying the key in your bag etc., ensure that the buttons are
not likely to be pressed accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the key to
emit radio waves that could interfere with the operation of the aircraft. When is pressed for longer than
about one second, an alarm will sound
intermittently and the vehicle lights will
flash to deter any person from trying to
break into or damage your vehicle.
To stop the alarm, press any button on
the wireless remote control.
When is pressed for longer than
about one second, an alarm will sound
intermittently and the vehicle lights will
flash to deter any person from trying to
break into or damage your vehicle.
To stop the alarm, press any button on
the electronic key.