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PRIUS PRIME_OM_OM47A88U_(U)
Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Plug-in hybrid
systemPlug-in hybrid system features, charging method,
etc.
3Instrument
clusterHow to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
4Operation of
each componentOpening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
5DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for
driving
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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PRIUS PRIME_OM_OM47A88U_(U)5-5. Using the driving support
systems
Toyota Safety Sense P ..... 361
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ........................... 369
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering
control) ............................ 381
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed
range ............................... 391
Driving mode select switch .............................. 406
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ........ 408
• The Blind Spot Monitor
function ......................... 412
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ................. 415
Intuitive parking assist ....... 420
Intelligent Clearance Sonar .............................. 430
S-APGS (Simple Advanced Parking
Guidance System) .......... 442
Driving assist systems....... 476
5-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips.............. 482 6-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system (vehicles with
7-inch display) ................. 488
Automatic air conditioning system (vehicles with
11.6-inch display) ............ 498
Remote Air Conditioning System ............................ 509
Heated steering wheel/ seat heaters..................... 513
6-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list................. 515• Front interior light .......... 516
• Front personal lights ...... 516
• Rear interior light ........... 517
6-3. Using the storage features List of storage features ...... 518• Glove box ...................... 519
• Console box .................. 519
• Cup holders ................... 520
• Bottle holders/door pockets.................. 521
• Auxiliary boxes .............. 522
Luggage compartment features ........................... 523
6Interior features
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PRIUS PRIME_OM_OM47A88U_(U)Inside rear view mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 296
Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 530
Vanity mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 530
Interior lights
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 516, 517
Personal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 516
“SOS” button
*2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 548
Garage door opener switches
*2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 541
*1: The illustration shows the front, but they are also equipped in the rear.
*2: If equipped
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2-2. Charging
Before charging, always check the following items.
●The parking brake is applied.( →P. 337)
● The headlights are switched off or set to AUTO, and lights such as
the emergency flashers and interior lights etc. are switched off.
If these light switches are turned ON, then these features will consume
electricity, and charging time will increase.
●The power switch is off. ( →P. 324)
Before charging, make sure that ea ch part of the charging cable is in
good condition. ( →P. 11 2 )
■Safety functions
●The hybrid system will not start while the charging cable is attached to the
vehicle, even if the power switch is operated.
● If the charging cable is connected while the “READY” indicator is illumi-
nated, the hybrid system will stop automatically and driving will not be possi-
ble.
● When the charging cable is connected to the vehicle, the shift position can-
not be changed from P to another position.
■ During charging
The followings occur, however, it does not indicate a malfunction.
●The charging starting time may differ depending on the state of the vehicle.
● During charging, the sound of the fan may be heard from the charging
equipment cooling air intake vents. ( →P. 135)
● During and after charging, the rear seat and its surrounding area in which
the charging equipment is installed may get warm.
Confirm the following before charging
Inspecting the charging cable
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6Interior features
6-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system (vehicles with
7-inch display) ................. 488
Automatic air conditioning system (vehicles with
11.6-inch display) ............ 498
Remote Air Conditioning System ............................ 509
Heated steering wheel/ seat heaters .................... 513 6-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ................ 515• Front interior light .......... 516
• Front personal lights ..... 516
• Rear interior light .......... 517
6-3. Using the storage features List of storage features ..... 518• Glove box...................... 519
• Console box .................. 519
• Cup holders .................. 520
• Bottle holders/door pockets ................. 521
• Auxiliary boxes.............. 522
Luggage compartment features ........................... 523
6-4. Using the other interior features
Other interior features ....... 530 • Sun visors ..................... 530
• Vanity mirrors................ 530
• Power outlets ................ 531
• Wireless charger ........... 532
• Coat hooks.................... 540
• Assist grips ................... 540
Garage door opener.......... 541
Safety Connect ................. 548
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5116-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
■Security feature
Any unlocked doors will be automatically locked when the system is operat-
ing. The buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the
doors have been locked or the system has been turned off.
(The doors locked: Once; The system turned off: Twice)
■ Conditions affecting operation
→P. 281
■ 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. How-
ever, 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. 264
■ When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
→P. 627
■ Customization
Setting (e.g. Operation using “A/C” on the wireless remote control) can be
changed. (Customizable features →P. 732)
■ Smartphone-linked op eration (vehicles with 11.6-inch display)
After applying to Entune, it is possible to use the smartphone application to
operate the Remote Air Conditioning System.
For details about Entune, refer to http://www.toyota.com/entune/.
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6-2. Using the interior lights
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Interior features
Interior lights list
Rear interior light ( →P. 517)
Front personal/interior lights ( →P. 516)
Shift lever lighting
Footwell lights (if equipped)
Front door courtesy lights1
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6-2. Using the interior lights
Turns the lights off
Turns the door position on
Turns the lights on
Turns the lights on/off
Front interior light
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Front personal lights