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5-9. Bluetooth® phone
Using a Bluetooth®
Phone ............................. 319
Making a call..................... 322
Receiving a call ................ 325
Speaking on the phone ..... 326
Bluetooth
® phone
message function ........... 329
Using the steering wheel switches.......................... 333
Bluetooth
® phone
settings ........................... 334
Contact/Call History Settings .......................... 335
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ........... 344
5-10. Bluetooth
®
Bluetooth®........................ 348
5-11. Using the voice command system
Voice command system ............................ 353 6-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ............................. 360
Seat heaters ...................... 367
6-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list................. 368
• Front interior light .......... 369
• Front personal lights...... 369
• Rear interior light ........... 370
6-3. Using the storage features List of storage features ...... 371
• Glove boxes .................. 372
• Console box .................. 372
• Cup holders/ bottle holders/
door pockets.................. 373
• Auxiliary boxes .............. 375
• Card holder ................... 375
Luggage compartment features ........................... 376
6Interior features
23Pictorial index
PRIUS v_OM_OM47B78U_(U)Seat heater switches
*2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 367
EV drive mode switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 173
Driving mode select switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 251
*1: Vehicles with Entune Premium Audio with Navigation, refer to “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
*2: If equipped
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761-2. Hybrid system
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■Regenerative braking
In the following situations, kinetic energy is converted to electric energy and
deceleration force can be obtained in conjunction with the recharging of the
hybrid battery (traction battery).
●The accelerator pedal is released while driving with the shift position in D or
B.
● The brake pedal is depressed while driving with the shift position in D or B.
■ Hybrid System Indicator
■ Conditions in which the gasoline engine may not stop
The gasoline engine starts and stops automatically. However, it may not stop
automatically in the following conditions:
●During gasoline engine warm-up
● During hybrid battery (traction battery) charging
● When the temperature of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is high or low
● When the heater is switched on
■ Charging the hybrid ba ttery (traction battery)
As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery (traction battery), the bat-
tery does not need to be charged from an outside source. However, if the
vehicle is left parked for a long time the hybrid battery (traction battery) will
slowly discharge. For this reason, be sure to drive the vehicle at least once
every few months for at least 30 minutes or 10 miles (16 km). If the hybrid
battery (traction battery) becomes fully discharged and you are unable to start
the hybrid system, contact your Toyota dealer.
■ Charging the 12-volt battery
P. 525 Hybrid System Indicator represents the
hybrid system power output and regener-
ative charging. ( P. 101)
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4-6. Driving tips
◆When braking
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in a timely manner. A
greater amount of electrical energy can be regenerated when slow-
ing down.
◆Delays
Repeated acceleration and deceleration, as well as long waits at
traffic lights, will lead to bad fuel economy. Check traffic reports
before leaving and avoid delays as much as possible. When driving
in a traffic jam, gently release the brake pedal to allow the vehicle to
move forward slightly while avoiding overuse of the accelerator
pedal. Doing so can help control excessive gasoline consumption.
◆Highway driving
Control and maintain the vehicle at a constant speed. Before stop-
ping at a toll booth or similar, allow plenty of time to release the
accelerator and gently apply the brakes. A greater amount of elec-
trical energy can be regenerated when slowing down.
◆Air conditioning
Use the air conditioning only when necessary. Doing so can help
reduce excessive gasoline consumption.
In summer: When the ambient temperature is high, use the recircu-
lated air mode. Doing so will help to reduce the burden on the air
conditioning system and reduce fuel consumption as well.
In winter: Because the gasoline engine will not automatically cut out
until it and the interior of the vehicle are warm, it will consume fuel.
Fuel consumption can be improved by avoiding overuse of the
heater.
◆Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently. Improper
tire inflation pressure can cause poor fuel economy.
Also, as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction, their use on
dry roads can lead to poor fuel economy. Use tires that are appro-
priate for the season.
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6Interior features
6-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system............................. 360
Seat heaters ...................... 367
6-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 368
• Front interior light .......... 369
• Front personal lights ..... 369
• Rear interior light .......... 370 6-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ..... 371
• Glove boxes .................. 372
• Console box .................. 372
• Cup holders/ bottle holders/
door pockets ................. 373
• Auxiliary boxes.............. 375
• Card holder ................... 375
Luggage compartment features ........................... 376
6-4. Using the other interior features
Other interior features ....... 380
• Sun visors ..................... 380
• Vanity mirrors................ 380
• Clock ............................. 381
• Power outlet .................. 381
• Armrest ......................... 382
• Coat hooks.................... 382
• Assist grips ................... 383
• Panoramic roof shades .......................... 384
Garage door opener.......... 386
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Interior features
Seat heaters
Heats the left front seat
Heats the right front seat
The indicator light comes on when
the seat heater is operating.
● The seat heaters can be used when the power switch is in ON mode.
● When not in use, turn off the switch. The indicator light goes off.
: If equipped
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WARNING
●Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories
comes in contact with the seats when the heater is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-
lenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Observe the following precautions to prevent minor burns or overheating:
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat
heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE
● Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
● To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not use the functions when the
hybrid system is off.
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7-1. Maintenance and care
NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
●Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehi-
cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline,
alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alco- hol
● Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.
■ Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces:
● Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.
● Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
● Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly.
■ Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into contact with electrical components such as the audio system above or
under the floor of the vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.
■ When cleaning the inside of the windshield
Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the lens. Also, do not touch the lens.
(P. 200)
■ Cleaning the inside of the rear window
●Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause
damage to the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened
with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in
strokes running parallel to the heater wires.
● Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires.
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Vehicle specifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sureTire 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 pres-
sureThe 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 that these items are available 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 con-
ditioning and additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight
150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
* that
follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
* below