2017 TOYOTA PRIUS maintenance

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Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Instrument
clusterHow to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
3Operation of
each componentOpening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
4DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for
driving
5Audio systemOperating the audio system
6Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
7Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance
procedures
8When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
9Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
10For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat
belt, SRS airbag and headlight aim instructions for
Canadian owners
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically

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features
Other interior features ....... 540 • Sun visors ..................... 540
• Vanity mirrors................ 540
• Power outlets ................ 541
• Wireless charger ........... 542
• Armrest ......................... 550
• Coat hooks.................... 550
• Assist grips ................... 551
Garage door opener .......... 552
Safety Connect.................. 559 7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 566
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 572
7-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 577
General maintenance ........ 580
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ......................... 583
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ...................... 584
Hood .................................. 587
Positioning a floor jack....... 589
Engine compartment ......... 590
Tires................................... 604
Tire inflation pressure ........ 614
Wheels............................... 617
Air conditioning filter .......... 620
Wiper rubber replacement..................... 623
Electronic key battery ........ 627
Checking and replacing fuses ................................ 630
Headlight aim..................... 633
Light bulbs ......................... 635
7Maintenance and care

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8-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers .......... 644
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ...................... 645
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ......................... 646
If you think something is wrong .............................. 652
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................ 653
If a warning message is displayed ......................... 663
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with
spare tire) ........................ 670
If you have a flat tire (vehicles without
spare tire) ........................ 684
If the hybrid system will not start ........................... 703
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 705
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ...................... 708
If your vehicle overheats ... 714
If the vehicle becomes stuck................................ 719 9-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .......... 722
Fuel information ................. 733
Tire information.................. 736
9-2. Customization Customizable features ....... 748
9-3. Initialization Items to initialize ................ 756
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ........................ 758
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French)................................ 759
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French)................................ 761
Headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners
(in French)................................ 770
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ..................... 774
Alphabetical index ...................... 778
8When trouble arises9Vehicle specifications
10For owners
Index
For vehicles with Entune Premium Audio with Navigation, refer to
the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” for information
regarding the equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Hands-free system (for cellular phone)• Audio/visual system

811-3. Hybrid system
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For safety and security
■Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
There may be no engine sound or vibration even though the vehicle is able to
move with the “READY” indicator is illuminated. For safety, apply the parking
brake and make sure to shift the shift position to P when parked.
The following sounds or vibrations may occur when the hybrid system is
operating and are not a malfunction:
●Motor sounds may be heard from the engine compartment.
● Sounds may be heard from the hybrid battery (traction battery) when the
hybrid system starts or stops.
● Relay operating sounds such as a snap or soft clank will be emitted from the
hybrid battery (traction battery), behind the rear seats, when the hybrid sys-
tem is started or stopped.
● Sounds from the hybrid system may be heard when the back door is open.
● Sounds may be heard from the transmission when the gasoline engine
starts or stops, when driving at low speeds, or during idling.
● Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply.
● Sounds may be heard due to regenerative braking when the brake pedal is
depressed or as the accelerator pedal is released.
● Vibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops.
● Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vent. ( →P. 83)
■ Vehicle proximity notification system
In the following cases, the vehicle proximity notification system may be diffi-
cult for surrounding people to hear.
●In very noisy areas
● In the wind or the rain
Also, as the vehicle proximity notification system is installed on the front of
the vehicle, it may be more difficult to hear from the rear of the vehicle com-
pared to the front.
■ Maintenance, repair, recycling, and disposal
Contact your Toyota dealer regarding maintenance, repair, recycling and dis-
posal. Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself.

881-3. Hybrid system
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■Hybrid battery (traction battery) air intake vent
● Make sure not to block the air intake vent with anything, such as a seat
cover, plastic cover, or luggage. The hybrid battery (traction battery) may
overheat and be damaged.
● When dust etc. has accumulated in the air intake vent, clean it with a vac-
uum cleaner to prevent the vent from clogging.
● Do not get water or foreign materials in the air intake vent as this may
cause a short circuit and damage the hybrid battery (traction battery).
● Do not carry large amounts of water such as water cooler bottles in the
vehicle. If water spills onto the hybrid battery (traction battery), the battery
may be damaged. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
● There is a filter installed to the air intake vent. When the filter remains
noticeably dirty even after cleaning the air intake vent, filter cleaning or
replacement is recommended. For information regarding filter cleaning or
replacement, contact your Toyota dealer.
● If “Maintenance required for Traction battery cooling parts See owner’s
manual” is shown on the multi-information display, the air intake vent and
filter may be clogged. Refer to P. 573 for information on how to clean the
air intake vent.

891-4. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
Immobilizer system
The indicator light flashes after
the power switch has been turned
off to indicate that the system is
operating.
The indicator light stops flashing
after the power switch has been
turned to ACCESSORY or ON
mode to indicate that the system
has been canceled.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type immobilizer system.
■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
● If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key registered to the security
system (key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent
the hybrid system from starting if a key has not been previously
registered in the vehi cle’s on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehi-
cle. This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does not
guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.

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2. Instrument cluster
■The meters and display illuminate when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■ Adjusting the instrument cluster brightness (→P. 94)
● The brightness levels that can be selected differ depending on whether the
tail lights are on and surrounding brightness levels, as shown in the table
below.
*: 22 levels of the brightness are displayed on the setting screen. However,
the brightness setting will be the brightest when other than 1st level (the
darkest) is selected. If other than 1st or 22nd level is selected, when the
tail lights are turned on in a dark place, the instrument cluster brightness
setting will be the selected level.
● If the taillights are illuminated in a dark environment, the instrument cluster
light dims. However, when the brightness of the instrument cluster is set to
minimum or maximum (1st or 22nd level of the instrument cluster bright-
ness), even if the taillights are illuminated, the instrument cluster light will
not dim.
■ When disconnecting and reconnect ing 12-volt battery terminals
The settings of the clock will be reset.
■ Calendar settings
●Until the calendar settings are set, the check screen is displayed every time
the power switch is turned to ON mode.
● After the calendar information is set, it can be changed in the “Meter Cus-
tomize” settings. (→P. 142)
The tail lights are offThe tail lights are on
In a bright place2 levels*2 levels*
In a dark place22 levels
If calendar recording is interrupted due to
replacement of the 12-volt battery or 12-
volt battery discharge, etc., when the
power switch is turned to ON mode after
maintenance, the calendar settings check
screen is automatically displayed on the
multi-information display.
● If date information is not set, the fuel
consumption record cannot be stored
correctly. When the calendar settings
check screen is displayed, make sure to
always set the settings. ( →P. 139)

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7Maintenance and care
7-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 566
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 572
7-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 577
General maintenance........ 580
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs......................... 583
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 584
Hood ................................. 587
Positioning a floor jack ...... 589
Engine compartment ......... 590
Tires .................................. 604
Tire inflation pressure ....... 614
Wheels .............................. 617
Air conditioning filter.......... 620
Wiper rubber replacement .................... 623
Electronic key battery........ 627
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 630
Headlight aim .................... 633
Light bulbs......................... 635