2017 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID parking brake

6778-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 682)
● One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be disconnected.
( P. 573)
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair
procedures are unknown.
When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the power
switch is functioning normally.
Do not use this starting procedure except in cases of emergency.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the power switch for about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
Emergency start function
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6818-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■Stopping the hybrid system
Set the parking brake, shift the shift position to P and press the power switch
as you normally do when stopping the hybrid system.
■ Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced imm ediately when the battery is depleted.
( P. 616)
■ Alarm (if equipped)
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system.
If a door is unlocked using the mechanical key when the alarm system is set,
the alarm may be triggered. ( P. 8 1 )
■ Changing power switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the power switch in step above. The
hybrid system does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch
is pressed. ( P. 329)
■ When the electronic key does not work properly
● Make sure that the smart entry & start system has not been deactivated in
the customization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features: P. 708)
● Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function.
( P. 281)
WARNING
■When using the mechanical key and operating the power windows
Operate the power window after checking to make sure that there is no pos-
sibility of any passenger having any of their body parts caught in the win-
dow.
Also, do not allow children to operate the mechanical key. It is possible for
children and other passengers to get caught in the power window.
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6938-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Set the parking brake and shift the shift position to P. Stop the
hybrid system.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the front wheels
to help provide traction.
Restart the hybrid system.
Shift the shift position to D or R and release the parking brake.
Then, while exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.
■ When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Press to turn off TRC. ( P. 493)
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7049-1. Specifications
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*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 300 N (30.6 kgf,
67.4 lbf) while the hybrid system is operating.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 300 N (30.6 kgf,
67.4 lbf).
Brakes
Pedal clearance*1
Left-hand drive vehicles
115 mm (4.53 in.) Min.
Right-hand drive vehicles
112 mm (4.41 in.) Min.
Pedal free play1.0 — 6.0 mm (0.04 — 0.24 in.)
Parking brake pedal travel*28 —11 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703, FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or
FMVSS No.116 DOT 4
Steering
Free playLess than 30 mm (1.2 in.)
Tires and wheels
Tire size195/65R15 91H
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)Front250 kPa (2.5 kgf/cm2 or bar, 36 psi)
Rear240 kPa (2.4 kgf/cm2 or bar, 35 psi)
Wheel size15  6 1/2J
Wheel nut torque103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)

7089-2. Customization
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Customizable features
When customizing vehicle features, ensure that the vehicle is parked
in a safe place with the parking brake set and the shift position in P.
■Changing using the multi-information display
Press or of the meter control switches, select .
Press or of the meter control switches, select “
(Vehicle Settings)”, and then press .
Press or of the meter control switches, select the item,
and then press .
Press or of the meter control switches, select the desired
setting, and then press .
To go back to the previous screen or exit the customize mode,
press .
Your vehicle includes a variety of electronic features that can be
personalized to suit your preferences. The settings of these fea-
tures can be changed using the multi-information display, the
navigation system, or at any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other func-
tions being customized. Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional for fur-
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Customizing vehicle features
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722What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and all the passengers wearing the seat belts? (P. 647)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? (P. 340)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
(P. 641, 650)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. (P. 81)
To stop the alarm, turn the power switch to ON mode or start the hybrid sys-
tem.
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
Check the message on the multi-information display. (P. 650)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 641, 650.
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
(vehicles with alarm)
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed

725Alphabetical index
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Antenna (smart entry &
start system) .......................... 279
Anti-lock brake system
(ABS) ...................................... 491
Function ................................ 491
Warning light ......................... 642
Approach warning ................... 406
Assist grips .............................. 543
Audio input
*
Audio system*
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................... 504
Air conditioning filter.............. 609
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 504
Blower customization ............ 508
Eco score (A/C score) ........... 239
Humidity sensor .................... 513
Remote Air Conditioning
System................................ 516
S-FLOW mode ...................... 506
Automatic headlight leveling
system .................................... 343
Automatic light control
system .................................... 342
AUX port
*
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 529Back door ................................. 274
Back-up lights .......................... 623
Replacing light bulbs............. 624
Wattage ................................ 705
Battery (12-volt battery) .......... 573
Battery checking ................... 573
Exchanging ........................... 685
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged .......................... 682
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 498
Warning light ......................... 641
Battery (traction battery)......... 101
Air intake vent ....................... 102
Charging ............................... 113
Location ................................ 101
Specification ......................... 699
Status indicator ..................... 115
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ....... 417
Blind Spot Monitor function ... 423
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert
function ............................... 427
Bluetooth
®*
Bottle holders .......................... 528
Brake
Fluid ...................................... 704
Parking brake........................ 340
Regenerative braking.............. 97
Warning light ......................... 641
Brake assist ............................. 491
Brake Override System ........... 314
Break-in tips ............................. 315
Brightness control
Instrument cluster light
control................................. 192
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 417
Blind Spot Monitor function ... 423
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert
function ............................... 427
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*: Refer to the “Navigation system Owner’s manual”.

731Alphabetical index
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Hooks
Coat hooks ............................ 543
Grocery bag hook ................. 531
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ..... 30
Horn .......................................... 302
HV mode ..................................... 89
Hybrid battery
(traction battery) .................... 101
Air intake vent ....................... 102
Charging ............................... 113
Location ................................ 101
Specification.......................... 699
Status indicator ..................... 115
Hybrid battery (traction
battery) air intake vent .......... 102
Hybrid system ............................ 88
Brake Override System ......... 314
Consumption screen ..... 229, 260
Drive-Start Control ................ 314
Emergency shut off system... 102
Energy monitor.............. 218, 257
High voltage components ..... 101
Hybrid System Indicator ........ 221
If the hybrid system will not
start..................................... 676
Overheating .......................... 688
Plug-in hybrid system
precautions ......................... 101
Plug-in hybrid vehicle driving
tips ...................................... 108
Power switch ......................... 327
Regenerative braking .............. 97
Starting the hybrid system .... 327
Hybrid System Indicator ......... 221
Hybrid transmission ................ 333Identification ............................ 697
Engine................................... 698
Vehicle .................................. 697
Ignition switch
(power switch) ....................... 327
Auto power off function ......... 329
Changing the power switch
modes................................. 329
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 633
Starting the hybrid system .... 327
Illuminated entry system ........ 524
Immobilizer system ................... 75
Indicators ................................. 199
Initialization .............................. 717
Intelligent Clearance
Sonar.................................. 453
Items to initialize ................... 717
Power windows ..................... 308
S-IPA (Simple Intelligent
Parking Assist System) ...... 481
Tire pressure warning
system ................................ 582
Inside rear view mirror ............ 304
Instrument cluster light
control .................................... 192
Intelligent Clearance Sonar .... 443
Interior lights............................ 522
Switch ........................... 523, 524
Wattage ................................ 705
Intrusion sensor ........................ 84
ISOFIX rigid anchors ................. 58I
*: Refer to the “Navigation system Owner’s manual”.