2017 TOYOTA PRIUS V warning

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List of storage features
Card holder (P. 382)
Auxiliary boxes ( P. 382)
Cup holders ( P. 380) Glove boxes (
P. 379)
Bottle holders/door pockets
(  P. 380)
Console box ( P. 379)1
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5
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WARNING
●Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this
may cause the following when cabin temperature becomes high:
• Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact
with other stored items.
• Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other
stored items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release
gas, causing a fire hazard.
● When driving or when the storage compartments are not in use, keep the
lids closed.
In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may occur
due to an occupant being struck by an open lid or the items stored inside.

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Interior features
■Bottle holders/door pockets
●When storing a bottle, close the cap.
● The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape.
Front doorsRear doors
●The type B cup holder on the center con-
sole (front side): The cup holder can be
used store small objects if the inner tray
is removed.
WARNING
Do not place anything other than cups or aluminum cans in the cup holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking, causing injury. If possible, cover hot drinks to prevent
burns.
NOTICE
Put the cap on before stowing a bottle. Do not place open bottles or glass
and paper cups containing liquid in the bottle holders.
The contents may spill and glasses may break.

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Auxiliary boxes
Type A (if equipped)Type B
Press in the lid.
The overhead console is useful for
temporarily storing small items.
WARNING
Do not store items heavier than 0.44 lb. (200 g).
Doing so may cause the auxiliary box to open and the items inside may fall
out, resulting in an accident. (type A)
Card holder

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■Stowing the luggage cover
Lift the center deck board
and remove the side deck
boards.
Fold inwards together with
the head restraint installation
hooks and secure. Then,
stow in the auxiliary boxes.
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WARNING
●To avoid injury, always return the cargo hooks to their stowed positions
when not in use.
● If the deck boards are removed, return them to their original positions
before driving. In the event of sudden braking, an accident may occur due
to an occupant being struck by the deck boards or the items stored in the
auxiliary box.
● Do not allow children to climb on the luggage cover. Climbing on the lug-
gage cover could result in damage to the luggage cover, possibly causing
death or serious injury to the child.

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Interior features
Pull the armrest down for use.
The coat hooks are provided with
the rear assist grips.
NOTICE
●To avoid damaging the power outlet, close the power outlet lid when the
power outlet is not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short
circuit.
● To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not use the power outlet longer
than necessary when the hybrid system is off.
Armrest (if equipped for rear seats)
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the armrest, do not place too much strain on the arm-
rest.
Coat hooks
WARNING
Do not hang coat hangers or other hard or sharp objects on the hook. If the
SRS curtain shield airbags deploy, these items may become projectiles,
causing death or serious injury.

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An assist grip installed on the ceil-
ing can be used to support your
body while sitting on the seat.
Assist grips
WARNING
Do not use the assist grip when getting in or out of the vehicle or rising from
your seat.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the assist grip, do not hang any heavy object or put a
heavy load on the assist grip.

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■Customization
The door lock linked automatic close function can be disabled.
(Customizable features: P. 577)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When closing the panoramic roof shades
■ Jam protection function
●Never try jamming any part of your body to activate the jam protection
function intentionally.
● The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just
before the panoramic roof shades fully close.
■ To prevent burns or injuries
Do not touch the gaps between the underside of the roof and the panoramic
roof shades.
Your hand may get caught and you could injure yourself. Also, if the vehicle
is left in direct sunlight for a long time, the underside of the roof could
become very hot and could cause burns.
NOTICE
The panoramic roof is made of resin. Follow these precautions to prevent
damage to the roof.
●When cleaning the roof, use a mild soap and a soft cloth or sponge to
remove dirt, then wash clean with plenty of water. ( P. 411)
● When loading luggage onto the roof, make sure to use a roof rack
designed for this vehicle. ( P. 170)
●Check to make sure that all passengers
do not have any part of their bodies in a
position where they could be caught
when the panoramic roof shades are
being operated.
● Do not allow children to operate the
panoramic roof shades.
Closing the panoramic roof shades on
someone can cause death or serious
injury.

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■Certification for the garage door opener
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A., Hawaii, Guam, Saipan and Puerto Rico
For vehicles sold in Canada
■ When support is necessary
Visit on the web at www.homelink.com
or call 1-800-355-3515.
WARNING
■When programming a garage door or other remote control device
The garage door or other device may operate, so ensure people and
objects are out of danger to prevent potential harm.
■ Conforming to federal safety standards
Do not use the HomeLink
® compatible transceiver with any garage door
opener or device that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by
federal safety standards.
This includes any garage door that cannot detect an interfering object. A
door or device without these features increases the risk of death or ser\
ious
injury.