2017 TOYOTA PRIUS traction control

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4-5. Using the driving support systems
If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, di rt or snow, the TRAC system may
reduce power from the hybrid sy stem to the wheels. Pressing
to turn the system off may make it easier for you to rock the vehicle in
order to free it.
To turn the TRAC system off,
quickly press and release
.
The “Traction Control Turned Off”
will be shown on the multi-informa-
tion display. Press
again to
turn the system back on.
■ Turning off both TRAC and VSC systems
To turn the TRAC and VSC systems off, press and hold for more than
3 seconds while the vehicle is stopped.
The VSC OFF indicator light will come on and the “Traction Control Turned
Off” will be shown on the multi-information display.
*
Press again to turn the systems back on.
*: On vehicles with pre-collision system, pre-collision brake assist and pre-
collision braking will also be disabled. The PCS warning light will come on
and the message will be shown on the multi-information display. ( →P. 654)
■ When the message is displayed on th e multi-information display show-
ing that TRAC has been disable d even if has not been pressed
TRAC cannot be operated. Contact your Toyota dealer.
Disabling the TRAC system

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When trouble arises
■If “Shift System Malfunction See Owner’s Manual” is shown
Indicates a malfunction in the shift control system. Immediately have the sys-
tem inspected by your Toyota dealer.
The system may not operate properly.
■ If “Low 12-Volt Battery Apply Parking Brake Securely While Parking See
Owner’s Manual” is shown
Indicates that the 12-volt battery charge is insufficient. Charge or replace the
12-volt battery.
●When the message is shown, the hybrid system may not start or the shift
position may not be changed normally. (Coping method: →P. 669)
● After charging the 12-volt battery, the message may not go off until the shift
position is changed from P.
■ If “Shifting Unavailable Low 12-Volt Battery See Owner’s Manual” is
shown
Indicates that the shift position cannot be changed because the voltage of the
12-volt battery drops. Charge or replace the 12-volt battery.
(Coping method in the case the 12-volt battery is discharged: →P. 708)
■ If “Hybrid System Overheated. Re duced Output Power.” is shown
The message may be shown when driving under severe operating conditions.
(For example, when driving up a long steep hill or driving up a steep hill in
reverse.)
Coping method: →P. 714
■ If “Maintenance required for Traction battery cooling parts See owner’s
manual” is shown
The cooling air intake vent and filter may be clogged, the cooling air intake
vent may be blocked, or there may be a gap in the duct.
● If the air intake vent is dirty, refer to P. 573 for information on how to clean
the air intake vent.
● If the warning message is shown when the air intake vent is not dirty, have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
■ If “Hybrid Battery Low. Shift Ou t of to Recharge.” is shown
Message is displayed when the remaining charge for the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) is low.
As the hybrid battery (traction battery) can not be charged when the shift
position is in N, when stopped for long periods of time shift the shift position to
P.
■ If “Hybrid Battery Low Hybrid Syst em Stopped Shift to and Restart”
is shown
Message is displayed when the remaining charge for the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) is low, because vehicle has been shifted to N for a long period of
time.
When operating the vehicle, shift to P and restart the hybrid system.

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When trouble arises
■If “Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer” is displayed (U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all maintenance is required to correspond to the driven distance
on the maintenance schedule
*.
Comes on approximately 5000 miles (8000 km) after the message has been
reset. (The indicator will not work properly unless the message has been
reset.)
Perform the necessary maintenance. Please reset the message after the
maintenance is performed. ( →P. 578)
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual
Supplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.
■ If the shift position cannot be changed or the power switch is turned to
ACCESSORY mode even if trying to turn the power switch off when a
warning message is shown
If the 12-volt battery is discharged or the shift control system is malfunction-
ing, the followings may occur.
● The shift position may not be changed to P.
When parking, stop the vehicle on level ground and apply the parking brake
firmly.
● The hybrid system may not start.
● The power switch may be turned to ACCESSORY mode even if trying to
turn the power switch off.
In this case, the power switch may be turned off after applying the parking
brake.
● The automatic P position selection function ( →P. 237) may not operate.
Before turning the power switch off, be sure to press the P position switch
and check that the shift position is in P by the shift position indicator or P
position switch indicator.
■ Warning buzzer
→P. 659
NOTICE
■If “Have Traction Battery Inspected” is shown
The hybrid battery (traction battery) is scheduled to be inspected or
replaced. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
● Continuing to drive the vehicle without having the hybrid battery (traction
battery) inspected will cause the hybrid system not to start.
● If the hybrid system does not start, contact your Toyota dealer immedi-
ately.

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When trouble arises
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the hybrid system will not start
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The electronic key may not be functioning properly.
* (→ P. 705)
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ( →P. 84)
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.
* (→ P. 8 9 )
● There may be a malfunction in the shift control system.
*
( → P. 228, 669)
● The hybrid system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical prob-
lem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. How-
ever, depending on the type of malfunction, an interim measure is
available to start the hybrid system. (→ P. 704)
● There is a possibility that the temperature of the hybrid battery
(traction battery) is extremely low (approximately below -22°F
[-30°C]). ( →P. 84, 228)
*: It may not be possible to shift the shift position other than P.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( →P. 708)
● The 12-volt battery terminal con nections may be loose or corroded.
( → P. 597)
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on
the situation. Check the follo wing and perform the appropriate
procedure:
The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed. ( →P. 225)
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.

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9-1. Specifications
This information has been prepared in accordance with regulations
issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the
U.S. Department of Transportation.
It provides the purchasers and/or prospective purchasers of Toyota
vehicles with information on uniform tire quality grading.
Your Toyota dealer will help answe r any questions you may have as
you read this information.
■DOT quality grades
All passenger vehicle tires must c onform to Federal Safety Require-
ments in addition to these grades. Quality grades can be found
where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and
maximum section width.
For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
■Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear
rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a speci-
fied government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 wo uld wear one and a half (1 - 1/2)
times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tire s depends upon the actual condi-
tions of their use. Performance may differ significantly from the norm
due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences
in road characteristics and climate.
■Traction AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C,
and they represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as
measured under controlled conditio ns on specified government test
surfaces of asphalt and concrete.
A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking
(straight ahead) traction tests and does not include cornering (turn-
ing) traction.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading

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AntennaRadio .................................... 437
Smart key system ................. 176
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ...................................... 402
Function ................................ 402
Warning light ......................... 654
Approach warning ................... 307
Armrest ..................................... 550
Assist grips .............................. 551
Audio input............................... 423
Audio system
(Entune Audio) ...................... 419 Antenna ................................ 437
Audio input ............................ 423
AUX port ............................... 454
Basic operations ................... 424
Bluetooth
® audio................... 466
CD player .............................. 438
iPod....................................... 444
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 438
Optimal use........................... 435
Portable music player ........... 423
Radio .................................... 436
Steering wheel audio switches.............................. 422
USB memory ........................ 449
Audio system (Entune Premium Audio with Navigation)
*
Automatic air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............. 620
Automatic air conditioning system ......... ....................... 510
Climate control ...................... 514
Eco score (A/C score)........... 136
Fresh air intake system......... 514
Humidity sensor .................... 517
Settings screen ..................... 513
S-FLOW mode ...................... 512 Automatic door locking
and unlocking systems ........ 168
Automatic High Beam ............. 247
Automatic light control system.................................... 245
AUX port ................................... 423
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 530
Back door ................................. 171
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 638
Wattage ................................ 732
Battery (12-volt battery)
Battery checking ................... 597
If the 12-volt battery is discharged.......................... 708
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 412
Warning light......................... 653
Battery (traction battery) .......... 82
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ....... 320
Bluetooth
®............................... 497
Audio system .................. ...... 466
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ............. 468
Registering/removing
a Bluetooth
® device ........... 460
Selecting a Bluetooth®
device ................................. 462
Wireless communication....... 455
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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High coolant temperature
warning light .......................... 655
High mounted stoplight Replacing .............................. 641
Hill-start assist control............ 403
Hood ......................................... 587
Hooks Cargo hooks ......................... 532
Coat hooks............................ 550
Grocery bag hook ................. 533
Retaining hooks (floor mat)..... 26
Horn .......................................... 192
Hybrid battery (traction battery) Location .................................. 82
Specification ......................... 725
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
air intake vent .......................... 83
Hybrid system ............................ 78 Brake Override System......... 209
Drive-Start Control ................ 210
Emergency shut off system ......... ......................... 83
Energy monitor/consumption
screen......................... 117, 153
EV drive mode ...................... 231
High voltage components ....... 82
Hybrid System Indicator........ 119
Hybrid system precautions ..... 82
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 409
If the hybrid system will not start .............................. 703
Overheating .......................... 714
Power switch......................... 225
Regenerative braking.............. 80
Starting the hybrid system .... 225
Vehicle proximity notification system ................ 79
Hybrid System Indicator ......... 119
Hybrid transmission ................ 234 I/M test ...................................... 583
Identification
Engine .................................. 724
Vehicle .................................. 723
Ignition switch
(Power switch)....................... 225 Auto power off function ......... 227
Changing the power switch modes ..................... 227
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ......................... 645
Starting the hybrid system .... 225
Illuminated entry system ........ 525
Immobilizer system ................... 89
Indicators ................................. 100
Initialization
Intelligent Clearance Sonar.................................. 354
Items to initialize ................... 756
Maintenance data ................. 578
Moon roof ............................. 204
Power windows..................... 199
S-APGS (Simple Advanced
Parking Guidance
System) .............................. 382
Tire pressure warning
system .......... ...................... 607
Inside rear view mirror ............ 194
Instrument cluster light control ...................................... 94
Intelligent Clearance Sonar .... 344
Interior lights ........................... 523 Switch ........................... 524, 525
Wattage ................................ 732
Intuitive parking assist ........... 333I

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Tires .......................................... 604Chains................................... 413
Checking ............................... 604
Glossary................................ 742
If you have a flat tire ..... 670, 684
Inflation pressure .................. 614
Replacing .............................. 670
Rotating tires......................... 605
Size ....................................... 730
Snow tires ............................. 412
Spare tire ...................... 670, 730
Tire identification number ..... 738
Tire pressure warning system ......... ....................... 606
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................... 740
Warning light ......................... 656
Tools ................................. 671, 686
Top tether strap ......................... 74
Total load capacity .................. 722
Towing Dinghy towing ....................... 224
Emergency towing ................ 646
Towing eyelet........................ 649
Trailer towing ........................ 223
Toyota Safety Sense P ............ 267
Traction control ....................... 402
Trailer towing ........................... 223
Transmission Driving mode select
switch ................................. 318
Hybrid transmission .............. 234
P position switch ................... 235 TRAC (Traction Control)
Function ................................ 402
VSC OFF switch ................... 404
Trip meters ............................... 109
Troubleshooting ...................... 774
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .... 637, 638
Turn signal lever ................... 240
Wattage ................................ 732
USB memory ............................ 449
USB port ................................... 423
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 540
Wattage ................................ 732
Vanity mirrors .......................... 540 Vanity lights .......................... 540
Vehicle data recordings ............ 10
Vehicle identification number ................................... 723
Vehicle proximity notification system ................. 79
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ...................................... 402
Voice command system ......... 503 Microphone ........................... 469
Switches ............................... 503
VSC (Vehicle Stabilit y Control) .... 402
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