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5186-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A89E_(EE)■When using the Remote Air Conditioning System
A charging message will be displayed on the multi-information display. Differ-
ent messages will be displayed depending on when the Remote Air Condi-
tioning System was started (after charging or during charging).
■While the Remote Air Conditioning System is operating
●Depending on the operating condition of the Remote Air Conditioning Sys-
tem, the electric fan may spin and an operating noise may be heard.
However, this does not indicate a malfunction.
●The Remote Air Conditioning System may stop operating temporarily if
other features that use electricity (for example, the seat heater, lights, wind-
shield wipers) are in operation or if the charge level of the 12-volt battery
becomes low.
●The headlights, windshield wiper, combination meter, etc. will not operate
while the Remote Air Conditioning System is operating.
■Electronic key battery depletion
P. 266
■When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
P. 616
■Customization
Setting (e.g. Operation using “A/C” on the wireless remote control) can be
changed. (Customizable features P. 708)
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5527-1. Maintenance and care
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A89E_(EE)
Clean the air intake vents and fil-
ters by the following procedures to
prevent dust from accumulating in
them, or to prevent them from
clogging.
The filters are attached to the back
side of the air intake vent grilles.
■
Cleaning the air intake vents and filters
Remove the dust from the vents
and filters with a vacuum
cleaner etc.
Clean the vents of the both
sides.
■
Cleaning the filters
If “Maintenance required for Traction battery cooling parts See
owner’s manual” is shown on the multi-information display, remove
the air intake vent grilles on the both sides of the rear seat and
clean the filters.
Insert a flathead screwdriver
etc. to the notch at the edge
of the grille to disconnect the
3 tabs, and remove the grille.
Turn over the rubber portion
beside the grille to insert the flat-
head screwdriver.
To prevent damage, cover the
tip of the flathead screwdriver
with a rag.
Cleaning the air intake vents and filters
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5537-1. Maintenance and care
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A89E_(EE)
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Maintenance and care
Remove the filter.
Remove dust using a vac-
uum cleaner etc. to clean the
filter.
Also, remove dust on the grille
as well as on the filter using a
vacuum cleaner.
Reinstall the filter to the origi-
nal position.
Be careful not to deform the fil-
ter or allow a gap between the
filter and the installation posi-
tion when installing the filter.
Insert the tabs at the edge of
the grille to the positions, and
push the opposite side edge
in to secure the grille.
Reinstall the grille to the original
position while turning over the
rubber portion.
Start the hybrid system and check that the warning message on
the multi-information display disappears.
It may take several minutes before the warning message disappears.
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5547-1. Maintenance and care
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A89E_(EE)
■Caring for leather areas
Toyota recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year to
maintain the quality of the vehicle’s interior.
■Shampooing the carpets
There are several commercial foaming-type cleaners available. Use a sponge
or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not use water.
Wipe dirty surfaces and let them dry. Excellent results are obtained by keep-
ing the carpet as dry as possible.
■Seat belts
Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge. Also
check the belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.
■Cleaning the air intake vents and filters
●Dust on the air intake vents or filters may interferes cooling of the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) and results in poor electricity and fuel consumption.
Clean the air intake vents and filters periodically.
●If continuing to drive the vehicle with “Maintenance required for Traction bat-
tery cooling parts See owner’s manual” shown on the multi-information dis-
play, the hybrid battery (traction battery) may overheat, leading to
decreasing in distance that can be driven using the electric motor. It may
cause poor electricity and fuel consumption or a malfunction. If the warning
message is shown, clean the air intake vents and filters immediately.
●Improper handling may result in damage to the grille or filters. If you have
any concerns about cleaning the filters, contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
●If the warning message on the multi-information display does not disappear
after cleaning the filters, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
●Timing of cleaning filters differs depending on the use environment of the
vehicle.
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5617-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A89E_(EE)
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Maintenance and care
WARNING
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become el ectrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury, observe the following precautions.
■ When working on the engine compartment
● Make sure that the “Accessory”, “Ignition ON” or mileage display (P. 208)
on the main display and the “READY” indicator are both off.
● Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, power control unit, radiator, exhaust
manifold, etc. right after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids
may also be hot.
● Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the
engine compartment.
● Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes
are flammable.
● Be extremely cautious when working on the 12-volt battery. It contains poi-
sonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.
● Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces. If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the
affected area with clean water immediately. If you still experience discom-
fort, consult a doctor.
■ When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the power switch is off.
With the power switch in ON mode, the electric cooling fans may automati-
cally start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature
is high. ( P. 572)
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc.
from getting in your eyes.
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5827-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A89E_(EE)■
How to initialize the tire pressure warning system
Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn the power switch off.
Initialization cannot be performed while the vehicle is moving.
Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified cold tire inflation
pressure level. (P. 704)
Make sure to adjust the tire pressure to the specified cold tire inflation
pressure level. The tire pressure warning system will operate based on
this pressure level.
Turn the power switch to ON mode.
Switch the multi-information display to the screen.
(P. 242)
Press or of the meter control switches, select “
(Vehicle Settings)”, and then press .
Press or of the meter control switches, select “Mainte-
nance System”, and then press .
Press or of the meter control switches, select “TPMS”,
and then press .
Press and hold .
When initialization com-
pletes, a message is dis-
played on the multi-
information display and the
tire pressure warning light
illuminates.
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5857-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■The initialization operation
●Make sure to carry out initialization after adjusting the tire inflation pressure.
Also, make sure the tires are cold before carrying out initialization or tire
inflation pressure adjustment.
●If you have accidentally turned the power switch off during initialization, it is
not necessary to press the reset switch again as initialization will restart
automatically when the power switch has been turned to ON mode for the
next time.
●If you accidentally press the reset switch when initialization is not necessary,
adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified level when the tires are
cold, and conduct initialization again.
■Warning performance of the tire pressure warning system
The warning of the tire pressure warning system will change in accordance
with the conditions under which it was initialized. For this reason, the system
may give a warning even if the tire pressure does not reach a low enough
level, or if the pressure is higher than the pressure that was adjusted to when
the system was initialized.
■When initialization of the tire pressure warning system has failed
Initialization can be completed in a few minutes. However, in the following
cases, the settings have not been recorded and the system will not operate
properly. If repeated attempts to record tire inflation pressure settings are
unsuccessful, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
●When operating the initialization of the system, the tire pressure warning
light does not flash 3 times and the setting message does not appear on the
multi-information display.
●After driving for a certain period of time since the initialization has been
completed, the warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minutes.
■Registering ID codes
The ID codes of the tire pressure warning valve and transmitters for two sets
of wheels can be registered.
It is not necessary to register the ID codes when replacing normal tires with
snow tires, if the ID codes for the wheels of both normal tires and snow tires
are registered beforehand.
For information about changing ID codes, ask any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
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8When trouble arises
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A89E_(EE)
8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 632
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ....................... 633
8-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ...................... 634
If you think something is
wrong ............................... 640
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 641
If a warning message is
displayed ......................... 650
If you have a flat tire .......... 658
If the hybrid system will
not start............................ 676
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........ 678
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ....................... 682
If your vehicle
overheats ......................... 688
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................ 693