2018 TOYOTA PRIUS parking brake

7258-2. 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. 729)
● One or both of the 12-volt batter y terminals may be disconnected.
( → P. 6 1 1 )
Contact your Toyota dealer 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 star t 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 your
Toyota dealer.
The interior lights and headlight s do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
Emergency start function
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7288-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■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 immediately when the battery is depleted.
(→P. 646)
■ 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. 233)
■ When the electronic key does not work properly
●Make sure that the smart key system has not been deactivated in the cus-
tomization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features: →P. 770)
● Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function.
(→P. 184)
WARNING
■ When using the mechanical key an d operating the power windows or
moon roof (if equipped)
Operate the power window or moon roof after checking to make sure that
there is no possibility of any passenger having any of their body parts
caught in the window or moon roof.
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 or moon
roof.
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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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7519-1. Specifications
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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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9-2. 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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800What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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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

804Alphabetical index
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Bluetooth® audio ..................... 472
Bluetooth® phone .................... 474
Deleting the call history......... 494
Making a call ......................... 477
Managing the contacts.......... 490
Message function.................. 484
Phone settings ...................... 489
Receiving a call..................... 480
Speaking on the phone ......... 481
Bottle holders .......................... 543
Brake Fluid ...................................... 751
Parking brake........................ 247
Regenerative braking.............. 80
Warning light ......................... 673
Brake assist ............................. 408
Brake Override System ........... 215
Break-in tips ............................. 216
Brightness control Instrument cluster
light control ........................... 94
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 326
Care Aluminum wheels.................. 583
Camera sensor ..................... 277
Exterior ................................. 582
Interior................................... 588
Radar sensor ........................ 276
Seat belts .............................. 589
Water-repellent coating......... 583
Cargo capacity ......................... 228
Catch protection function ....... 205 Cargo hooks ............................ 547
CD player.................................. 444
Chains ...................................... 419
Child restraint system............... 58
Fixed with a LATCH
system .......... ..................... ... 71
Fixed with a seat belt .............. 65
Front passenger occupant classification syst em ............ 50
Points to remember ................ 59
Riding with children ................ 57
Types of child restraint system installation
method ................................. 61
Using an anchor bracket ................................. 74
Child safety ................................ 57
12-volt battery precautions ... 612
Airbag precautions.................. 39
Back door precautions .......... 179
Child restraint system ............. 58
How your child should wear the seat belt ................. 31
Installing child restraints ......... 61
Moon roof precautions .......... 211
Power window lock switch .... 204
Power window precautions ... 206
Rear door child-protectors .... 174
Removed key battery precautions......................... 648
Riding with children ................ 57
Seat belt extender precautions........................... 35
Seat belt precautions .............. 70
Seat heater precautions ....... 536
Child-protectors ...................... 174
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Multi-information displayAir conditioning system
settings screen ................... 134
Audio system-linked display ................................ 133
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 326
Display contents ................... 114
Drive information................... 116
Driving assist system information.......................... 138
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range .......... 304
Energy monitor ..................... 117
Language .............................. 142
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) .......... 298
Navigation system-linked
display ................................ 133
Parking assist system ... 340, 367
Pre-collision warning............. 281
Settings display..................... 139
Warning message display..... 138
Navigation system
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Noise from under vehicle............ 8
Odometer.................................. 109
Oil Engine oil .............................. 748
Opener Fuel filler door ....................... 270
Hood ..................................... 601
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 202 Adjustment ............................ 202
Blind Spot Monitor ................ 326
Folding .................................. 202
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers ................... 520, 530 Outside temperature
display.................................... 108
Overhead console ................... 545
Overheating ............................. 735
Overheating, Engine ............... 735
P position switch ..................... 241
Panic mode .............................. 167
Parking assist sensors Intelligent Clearance
Sonar.................................. 350
Intuitive parking assist .......... 339
S-APGS (Simple Advanced Parking Guidance
System) .............................. 363
Parking brake
Operation .............................. 247
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 247
Parking lights Light switch ........................... 248
Replacing light bulbs .... 656, 660
Wattage ................................ 754
Parking lock ............................. 241
PCS (Pre-Collision System) Enabling/disabling the
system .......... ...................... 285
Function ................................ 281
Warning light......................... 674
Personal lights......................... 538 Switch ................................... 539
Wattage ................................ 754
Power control unit coolant Capacity................................ 750
Checking............................... 608
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 418
Radiator ................................ 610
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.