2017 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID charging

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WARNING
■When using the charging cable and CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupt-
ing Device)
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause an unexpected accident, resulting in death or
serious injury.
● Do not attempt to disassemble or repair the charging cable, charging con-
nector, plug or CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device).
If a problem arises with the chargi ng cable or the CCID (Charging Circuit
Interrupting Device), stop charging immediately and contact any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
● Do not subject the charging cable, charging connector, plug or CCID
(Charging Circuit Interrupting Device) to strong force or impact.
● Do not apply excessive force to the charging cable by forcefully folding,
twisting, pulling or dragging the charging cable.
● Do not damage the charging cable with sharp objects.
● Do not fold the charging connector or plug or insert foreign objects into
them.
● Do not put the charging connector and plug into water.
If they are dropped into water, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
● Do not replace the plug-cord with wet hands. (if equipped)
Also, do not replace in a place that is rainy or wet.
● Do not replace the plug-cord when the plug and/or charging connector are
connected. (if equipped)
● Check whether there are any local EV-charging regulations in place, and
adhere to them.
● Mode 2 charging cable: When replacing the plug-cord, firmly turn the nut
of the plug-cord until a “click” sound can be heard. (if equipped)
● Do not bring the charging cable to a high-temperature item such as a heat-
ing device.
● Do not wrap the charging cable around the CCID (Charging Circuit Inter-
rupting Device).

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NOTICE
■When use the charging cable and related parts
 P. 161
■ Precautions for low temperatures
In low temperatures, the charging cable and plug-cord may become hard.
Therefore, make sure to not apply excessive force when they are hard. If
excessive force is applied to the hardened charging cable and plug-cord,
they may be damaged.
■ Precautions for the plug-cord (if equipped)
Do not use the plug-cord for any use other than charging this vehicle. Doing
so may cause the plug-cord to be damaged.

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For safety, inspect the charging cable on a routine basis.
Inspecting and maintaining the charging cable
WARNING
■Routine inspection
Check the following points regularly.
Failure to do so may cause an unexpected accident, resulting in death or
serious injury.
● The charging cable, plug, charging connector, CCID (Charging Circuit
Interrupting Device) etc. have not been damaged
● The socket has not been damaged
● The plug can be securely inserted into the socket
● The plug does not get extremely hot during use
● The tip of the plug has not been deformed
● The plug is not dirtied by dust etc.
Remove the plug from the socket before inspecting it. If any abnormalities
are found in the charging cable as a result of the inspection, immediately
stop use and consult any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
■ Maintaining the charging cable
When the charging cable is dirty, first remove the dirt with a hard, wringed
cloth, and then wipe the cable with a dry cloth.
However, never wash it with water. If the charging cable is washed with
water, fire or electric shock may oc cur during charging, possibly resulting in
death or serious injury.
■ When not using the charging cable for a long time
Remove the plug from the socket. Dust could accumulate on the plug or in
the socket, possibly causing overheating which could lead to a fire.
Also, keep the cable in a place free from moisture.

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Smart lid & connector locking system
Smart lid system
Operating the charging port lid carrying the electric key on your per-
son, for example in your pocket, can unlock only the charging port
lid with the doors of the vehicle locked.
Charging connector locking system
When the charging connector is inserted straight as far as possible,
it will automatically lock.
Carry an electronic key and press the charging connector lock
switch to unlock the charging connector.
It can be used to prevent the charging cable removed or stolen while
charging.
■ Antenna location
 P. 279
■ Effective range (areas within which the electronic key is detected)
 P. 280
When carrying the electric key on your person, for example in
your pocket, the charging port lid and the charging connector
can be locked or unlocked.
Smart lid & connector locking system operation
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Unlocking the charging port lid
Pressing the center of the rear
edge of the charging port lid
carrying the electric key on your
person, for example in your
pocket, can unlock the charging
port lid.
Push and take your hand away
to slightly open the charging port
lid.
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Locking the charging port lid
Close the charging port lid
and press the center of the
rear edge of the charging
port lid.
Locking the doors using the smart entry & start system or wire-
less remote control. (P. 269)
The charging port lid will be locked.
If the charging port lid is closed with the doors locked, the charging port
lid locks.
Using the smart lid system
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■Charging port lid
If the rear edge of the charging port lid is pressed when the doors are locked
and you are not carrying the electric key, the charging port lid opens slightly,
but remains locked. Carry an electronic key or unlock the doors, and then
press the charging port lid twice to open it.
■If the smart entry & start system has been deactivated in a customized
setting
The smart lid & connector locking system will also be deactivated. If the smart
entry & start system has been deactivated in a customized setting, the
charging port lid can be locked and unlocked by performing the following pro-
cedures.
●Locking the charging port lid
Close the charging port lid. (P. 129)
Locking the doors using the wireless remote control or door lock switch.
(P. 269, 271)
The charging port lid can be locked if the step and is performed in
reverse.
●Unlocking the charging port lid
Unlocking the doors using the wireless remote control or door lock
switch. (P. 269, 271)
Open the charging port lid. (P. 129)
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■ If the charging port lid does not open using the normal procedure
If the charging port lid does not open when using the normal procedure, it can
be opened in an emergency by performing the following steps.
Open the back door. ( P. 274)
Prepare the wheel nut wrench. ( P. 598)
Insert a wheel nut wrench as shown in the illustration.
Press the center of the rear edge of the charging port lid to open it.
( P. 114)
This unlocking method is a temporary correction procedure for emergency
use only. If the problem persists, have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional immediately.
Pull the knob and remove the cover
shown in the illustration.
Insert the end of the wheel nut
wrench along the cutout of the cover
installation area.
Temporarily place the L-shaped part
of the wheel nut wrench where it con-
tacts the deck board.
(Place the wheel nut wrench so that it
is perpendicular to the work hole.)
From the condition in step , insert the
wheel nut wrench upwards into the
vehicle.
Pressing the emergency release lever
inside the work hole will unlock the
charging port lid.
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Carry the electric key on your person, for example in your pocket.
■Locking the charging connector
Firmly insert the charging con-
nector into the charging inlet.
(P. 154)
When the charging connector is
inserted straight as far as possi-
ble, it will automatically lock.
If the charging connector is not
firmly inserted, locking operation
will be performed several times.
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Unlocking the charging connector
Press the charging connector
lock switch.
The charging connector will be
unlocked.
Using the charging connector locking system