2019 TOYOTA PRIUS C parking brake

5308-2. Steps to take in an emergency
PRIUS c_U
Shift the shift lever to P and set the parking brake. Stop the hybrid
system.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the tires to help
provide traction.
Restart the hybrid system.
Shift the shift lever to the D or R position and carefully appl y the
accelerator to free the vehicle.
■ When it is difficult to free the vehicle
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Press to turn off TRAC.
WARNING
■When attempting to f ree a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, ma ke sure the
surrounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, obj ects or people.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■ When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle t hat may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
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5409-1. Specifications
PRIUS c_U
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 66 lbf (294 N, 30
kgf) while the hybrid system is operating
*2: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 45 l bf (200 N, 20
kgf)
Hybrid transmission
Fluid capacity*3.5 qt. (3.3 L, 2.9 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may ulti-
mately damage the hybrid transmission of your vehicle.
Brakes
Pedal clearance*12.8 in. (70 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lever travel*28  11 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

583What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
PRIUS c_U
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or ON mode (the hybrid system is not running) for a period of time.
( P. 192)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? (P. 479)
●The parking brake warning light is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 205)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may a lso sound.
( P. 477, 485)
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( P. 485)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message or indicator is dis-
played, refer to P. 477, 485.
The power switch is turned off automatically
(vehicles with a smart key system)
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
A warning buzzer sounds w hen leaving the vehicle
(vehicles with a smart key system)
A warning light turns on or a warning message or indicator
is displayed

586Alphabetical index
PRIUS c_U
Back door ................................. 134
Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs............. 459
Wattage ................................ 542
Battery
Checking ............................... 429
Hybrid battery (traction battery) ................... 79
If the vehicle 12-volt battery is discharged .......... 519
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 272
Bluetooth
® audio
Bluetooth® audio................... 328
Portable player...................... 315
Set up ................................... 320
Using the Bluetooth
®
audio................................... 328
Bluetooth
® phone
Making a phone call .............. 333
Set up ................................... 321
Bottle holders .......................... 390
Brake Fluid ...................................... 540
Parking brake........................ 205
Brake assist ............................. 263
Break-in tips ............................. 172 Care
Exterior ................................. 398
Interior .................................. 401
Seat belts.............................. 404
Cargo capacity......................... 183
CD player.................................. 298
Chains ...................................... 273
Child-protectors ...................... 129
Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition ......... 59
Booster seats, installation....... 69
Convertible seats, definition ............................... 59
Convertible seats,
installation ............................ 67
Front passenger occupant classification syst em ............ 52
Infant seat, definition .............. 59
Infant seats, installation .......... 65
Installing CRS with LATCH system ..................... 63
Installing CRS with seat belts .............................. 65
Installing CRS with top tether straps ................... 70
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591Alphabetical index
PRIUS c_U
MaintenanceDo-it-yourself
maintenance ....................... 414
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ............................ 413
General maintenance ........... 410
Maintenance data ................. 534
Maintenance requirements ... 407
Meter Instrument panel light
control................................... 99
Meters ..................................... 97
Microphone .............................. 331
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror .......... 158
Outside rear view mirror defogger ............................. 376
Outside rear view mirrors...... 159
Vanity mirrors........................ 391
Moon roof ................................. 165
MP3 disc ................................... 298
Multi-information display ........ 101
Navigation system
*
Noise from under vehicle............ 8 Odometer ................................... 98
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 537
Opener Back door ............................. 134
Fuel filler door ....................... 219
Hood ..................................... 417
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding ............ 159
Defogger ............................... 376
Outside temperature
display...................................... 99
Overheating, Hybrid system.................................... 526
Parking brake........................... 205
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 458
Switch ................................... 206
Wattage ................................ 542
PCS (Pre-Collision system) .... 229 PCS (Pre-Collision
system) switch...... .............. 232
Warning light......................... 479
Personal lights Switch ................................... 384
Wattage ................................ 542
Power outlet ............................. 392
Power switch ................... 186, 190
Power windows ....................... 161
Pre-Collision system (PCS) .... 229 PCS (Pre-Collision
system) switch...... .............. 232
Warning light......................... 479
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL”.

595Alphabetical index
PRIUS c_U
Warning buzzersBrake system ....... ................. 477
Electric power steering system ......... ....................... 478
Key reminder ........................ 496
LDA
(Lane Departure Alert)........ 239
Master warning ..................... 479
Pre-Collision warning ............ 479
Seat belt reminder ................ 479
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system.......... 478
Brake assist system .............. 478
Brake system ....... ................. 477
Electric power steering system ......... ....................... 478
Front passenger occupant
classification system........... 478
Low brake fluid...................... 477
Low fuel level ........................ 479
Low tire inflation pressure ..... 480
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 478
Master warning light.............. 479
Parking brake........................ 478
PCS warning light ................. 479
Pretensioners........................ 478
Seat belt reminder light ......... 479
Slip indicator light.................. 479
SRS airbag system ............... 478
Tire pressure......................... 480
Tire pressure warning system ......... ....................... 480 Warning messages.................. 485
Washer
Checking............................... 428
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 272
Switch ........................... 212, 216
Washing and waxing ............... 398
Weight Cargo capacity...................... 183
Load limits ............................ 183
Weight .................................. 534
Wheels ...................................... 445
Window lock switch ................ 161
Windows Power windows..................... 161
Rear window defogger.......... 376
Washer ......................... 212, 216
Windshield wipers ................... 212
Wireless remote control key Replacing the key battery ..... 449
Wireless remote control ........ 119
WMA disc ................................. 298
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