2018 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID Owners Manual

7218-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
After stopping the hybrid system and waiting for 5 minutes or
more, start the hybrid system again and check if “Hybrid System
Overheated” is shown on the multi-information display.
If the message does not disappear:
Stop the hybrid system and contact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
If the message is not displayed:
The hybrid system temperature has dropped and the vehicle may
be driven normally.
However, if the message appears again frequently, contact any autho-
rized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
WARNING
■ To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.
● If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot.
● After the hybrid system has been turned off, check that the “Accessory”,
“Ignition ON” or mileage display ( P. 216) on the main display and the
“READY” indicator are off.
When the hybrid system is operating, the gasoline engine may automati-
cally start, or the cooling fans may suddenly operate even if the gasoline
engine stops. Do not touch or approach rotating parts such as the fan,
which may lead to fingers or clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler)
getting caught, resulting in serious injury.
● Do not loosen the coolant reservoir caps while the hybrid system and radi-
ator are hot.
High temperature steam or coolant could spray out.
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7228-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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NOTICE
■When adding engine/power control unit coolant
Add coolant slowly after the hybrid system has cooled down sufficiently.
Adding cool coolant to a hot hybrid system too quickly can cause damage to
the hybrid system.
■ To prevent damage to the cooling system
Observe the following precautions:
● Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust
etc.).
● Do not use any coolant additive.

7238-2. 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. 520)
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7248-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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WARNING
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the
surrounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■ When changing the shift position
Be careful not to change the shift position with the accelerator pedal
depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■ To avoid damage to the hybrid transmission and other components
● Avoid spinning the front wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal
more than necessary.
● If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.

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9Vehicle specifications
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47C99E_(EE)9-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)........... 726
Fuel information ................. 736
9-2. Customization
Customizable features ....... 738
9-3. Initialization
Items to initialize ................ 747

7269-1. Specifications
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Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
*1: Unladen vehicle
*2: Overall height may differ depending on the target region.
Dimensions and weights
Overall length4645 mm (182.9 in.)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 in.)
Overall height*11470 mm (57.9 in.)*2
1490 mm (58.7 in.)*2
Wheelbase2700 mm (106.3 in.)
Tread*1Front1530 mm (60.2 in.)
Rear1540 mm (60.6 in.)
Gross vehicle mass1855 kg (4090 lb.)
Maximum permissi-
ble axle capacityFront1060 kg (2337 lb.)
Rear1020 kg (2249 lb.)

7279-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
■Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for
your vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your
Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is stamped on the
top left of the instrument panel.
This number is also stamped
under the right-hand front seat.
This number is also on the
manufacturer’s label.
Vehicle identification

7289-1. Specifications
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■Engine number
The engine number is stamped
on the engine block as shown.
Engine
Model2ZR-FXE
Ty p e4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke80.5  88.3 mm (3.17  3.48 in.)
Displacement1798 cm3 (109.7 cu.in.)
Valve clearanceAutomatic adjustment
Fuel
Fuel type
When you find these types of fuel label at
the gas station, use only the fuel with one of
the following labels.

EU area:
Unleaded gasoline conforming to European
standard EN228 only
Except EU area:
Unleaded gasoline only
Research Octane Number95 or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)43 L (11.4 gal., 9.5 lmp.gal.)