2018 TOYOTA PRIUS brake

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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 TRAC. ( →P. 410)
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Vehicle specifications
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N,30.6 kgf) while the hybrid system is operating.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N,30.6 kgf).
Transmission
Fluid capacity*3.8 qt. (3.6 L, 3.2 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■ Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied
by vibration, and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Brakes
Pedal clearance*14.53 in. (115 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04 — 0.24 in. (1.0 — 6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*28 — 11 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 4
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

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9-1. Specifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation
pressure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which
a tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall
of the tire
Recommended
inflation pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of hybrid
transmission, power steering, power brakes,
power windows, power seats, radio and
heater, to the extent t hat these items are avail-
able as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded
vehicle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant
weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
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that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
* below

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Vehicle specifications
Production options
weight
The combined weight of installed regular pro-
duction options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in
excess of the standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb
weight or accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy
duty 12-volt battery, and special trim
Rim
A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are
seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer’s designation for a
rim by style or code
Rim widthNominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity
weight
(Total load capacity)The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb.
(68 kg) times the vehicle’s designated seating
capacity
Vehicle maximum load
on the tire
The load on an individual tire that is deter-
mined by distributing to each axle its share of
the maximum loaded vehicle weight, and
dividing by two
Vehicle normal load on
the tire
The load on an individual tire that is deter-
mined by distributing to each axle its share of
curb weight, accessory weight, and normal
occupant weight (distributed in accordance
with Table 1
* below), and dividing by two
Weather sideThe surface area of the rim not covered by the
inflated tire
Bead
The part of the tire that is made of steel wires,
wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is
shaped to fit the rim
Tire related termMeaning

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9-2. Customization
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 prefer ences. The settings of these fea-
tures can be changed using th e multi-information display,
Entune Audio or Entune Premium Audio with Navigation, or at
your Toyota dealer.
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other func-
tions being customized. Contact your Toyota dealer for further
details.
Customizing vehicle features
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799What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Did you press the power switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
(→P. 231)
●Is the shift position in P? ( →P. 241)
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( →P. 182)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the hybrid system can be started in a temporary way.
(→P. 727)
●Is the 12-volt battery discharged? ( →P. 729)
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power windows except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be oper-
ated if the window lock switch is pressed. ( →P. 204)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or ON mode (the hybrid system is not operating) for a
period of time. ( →P. 233)
If you think something is wrong
The hybrid system does not start
The windows do not open or close by operating the power
window switches
The power switch is turned off automatically

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●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? (→P. 678)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? (→P. 247)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( →P. 673, 684)
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( →P. 684)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to \
P. 673, 684.
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed

802Alphabetical index
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Alphabetical index
A/C .................................... 516, 526Air conditioning filter ............. 634
Automatic air
conditioning system .... 516, 526
Climate control ...................... 519
Eco score (A/C score)........... 136
Humidity sensor ............ 523, 533
S-FLOW mode .............. 518, 528
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)...... 408 Function ................................ 408
Warning light ......................... 674
Air conditioning filter .............. 634
Air conditioning system ............................ 516, 526 Air conditioning filter ............. 634
Automatic airconditioning system .... 516, 526
Climate control ...................... 519
Eco score (A/C score)........... 136
Humidity sensor ............ 523, 533
S-FLOW mode .............. 518, 528
Air intake vent ............................ 83
Cleaning................................ 637 Airbags ....................................... 36
Airbag operating conditions .... 44
Airbag precautions for
your child .............................. 39
Airbag warning light .............. 674
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............. 45
Curtain shield airbag precautions........................... 42
Front passenger occupant
classification syst em ............ 50
General airbag precautions .... 39
Locations of airbags ............... 36
Modification and disposal of airbags ............................. 43
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................. 45
Side airbag precautions .......... 41
Side and curtain shield airbags operating
conditions ............................. 45
Side and curtain shield
airbags precautions .............. 42
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners ............... 785
SRS airbags ........................... 36
Anchor brackets ........................ 74
Antenna Radio .................................... 443
Smart key system ................. 182
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