
PRIUS c_U
Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Instrument
clusterHow to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
3
Operation of
each
componentOpening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
4DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for
driving
5Audio systemOperating the audio system
6Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
7Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance
procedures
8When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
9Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
10For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat
belt and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian
owners
IndexSearch by symptom
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291-1. For safe use
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For safety and security
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Make sure that you can see backward clearly by adjusting the inside
and outside rear view mirrors properly. (P. 158, 159)
Adjusting the mirrors
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
●Do not adjust the position of the driver’s seat while driving.
Doing so could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
● Do not place a cushion between the driver or passenger and the seatback.
A cushion may prevent correct posture from being achieved, and reduce
the effectiveness of the seat belt and head restraint.
● Do not place anything under the front seats.
Objects placed under the front seats may become jammed in the s eat
tracks and stop the seat from locking in place. This may lead t o an acci-
dent and the adjustment mechanism may also be damaged.
● Always observe the legal speed limit when driving on public roads.
● When driving over long distances, take regular breaks before yo u start to
feel tired.
Also, if you feel tired or sleepy while driving, do not force y ourself to con-
tinue driving and take a break immediately.

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3-3. Adjusting the seats
Seat position adjustment lever
Seatback angle adjustment
lever
Vertical height adjustment lever
(if equipped)
Front seats
1
2
3
WARNING
■When adjusting the seat position
● Take care when adjusting the seat position to ensure that other passen-
gers are not injured by the moving seat.
● Do not put your hands under the seat or near the moving parts t o avoid
injury.
Fingers or hands may become jammed in the seat mechanism.
● Make sure to leave enough space around the feet so they do not get stuck.
■ Seat adjustment
● Be careful that the seat does not hit passengers or luggage.
● To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a colli sion, do not
recline the seat more than necessary .
If the seat is too reclined, the lap belt may slide past the hi ps and apply
restraint forces directly to the abdomen, or your neck may cont act the
shoulder belt, increasing the risk of death or serious injury i n the event of
an accident.
Adjustmen ts should not be made while driving as the seat may un expect-
edly move and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
● After adjusting the seat, make sure that the seat is locked in position.

4828-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the tire pressure warning system is not functioning
P. 438
■
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after bl inking
for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after bl inking for 1
minute when the power switch is turned to the “ON” position (ve hicles
without a smart key system) or the power switch is turned to ON mode
(vehicles with a smart key system) , have it checked by your Toyota
dealer.
■ Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disab led. (Cus-
tomizable features: P. 558) However, Toyota recommends that the seat belt
reminder buzzer be operational to alert the driver and front pa ssenger when
seat belts are not fastened.
■ Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard because of noisy pla ce or an
audio sound.
WARNING
■ When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
When steering wheel operations are heavier than usual, grip the steering
wheel firmly and operate it using more force than usual.
■
If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause a loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust t he tire
inflation pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inf lation pres-
sure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Chec k the tires.
If a tire is flat, change it with the spare tire and have the f lat tire
repaired by the nearest Toyota dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires dete riorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

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Floor mat .................................... 26
FluidBrake .................................... 540
Washer ................................. 428
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 462
Switch ................................... 210
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 462
Switch ................................... 210
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 52
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ................. 479
Front seats Adjustment ............................ 148
Front sensor............................. 224
Automatic High Beam ........... 224
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)........ 224
PCS (Pre-Collision System)........ 224
Precautions ........................... 225
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs............. 463
Switch ................................... 206
Wattage ................................ 542
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs............. 458
Switch ................................... 204
Wattage ................................ 542
Fuel Capacity ................................ 536
Fuel gauge .............................. 97
Information ............................ 543
Refueling............................... 219
Type ...................................... 536
Fuel door .................................. 219
Fuel filler door.......................... 219
Fuses ........................................ 452 Gauges ....................................... 97
Glove box ................................. 387
Hazard lights
Switch ................................... 466
Head restraints Adjusting .............................. 153
Headlights Replacing light bulbs ............ 462
Switch ................................... 206
Heaters Seat heaters ......................... 382
Side mirrors .......................... 376
Hill-start assist control ........... 263
Hood ......................................... 417
Horn .......................................... 156
Hybrid system Emergency shut off system .... 80
Energy monitor/consumption screen ........... 110
High voltage components ....... 79
Hybrid system indicator ........ 108
Power switch ........................ 190
Vehicle Proximity Notification System .............. 75
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Radiator .................................... 426
Radio......................................... 296
Rear seatFolding down ........................ 149
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 459
Wattage ................................ 542
Rear view monitor
system
*.................................. 253
Rear window defogger ............ 376
Rear window wiper .................. 216
Resetting the message indicating maintenance
is required .............................. 408
Replacing Fuses .................................... 452
Key battery............................ 449
Light bulbs ............................ 456
Tires ...................................... 502
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ...................... 566 Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt ............ 30
Automatic Locking
Retractor (ALR) .................... 34
Child restra int system
installation ............................ 65
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belts ...................... 404
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ................... 34
How to wear your seat belt ..... 28
How your child should
wear the seat belt ................. 34
Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use ............. 36
Reminder light ...................... 479
Seat belt extenders................. 35
Seat belt pretensioners........... 34
Seat cushion airbag .................. 39
Seat heaters ............................. 382
Seating capacity ...................... 183
Seats Adjustment............................ 148
Adjustment precautions ........ 148
Child seats/child
restraint system
installation ............................ 62
Cleaning ............................... 401
Front seat adjustment ........... 148
Front seat adjustment precautions......................... 148
Head restraint ....................... 153
Properly sitting in the seat ...... 28
Seat heaters ......................... 382
Service reminder indicators ................................. 92
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