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3224-5. Using the driving support systems
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WARNING
■The ABS does not operate effectively when
● The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded (such as
excessively worn tires on a snow covered road).
● The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick road.
■ Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of nor-
mal conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten t he vehicle’s stopping distance. Always
maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you, especially in the
following situations:
● When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
● When driving with tire chains
● When driving over bumps in the road
● When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces
■ TRC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if the TRC system is operating.
Drive the vehicle carefully in conditions where stability and power may be
lost.
■ Hill-start assist control does not operate effectively when
● Do not overly rely on the hill-start assist control. The hill-start assist control
may not operate effectively on steep inclines and roads covered with ice.
● Unlike the parking brake, hill-start assist control is not intended to hold the
vehicle stationary for an extended period of time. Do not attempt to use
hill-start assist control to hold the vehicle on an incline, as doing so may
lead to an accident.
■ When the VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may
cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator light flashes.
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4417-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■While towing
If the hybrid system is off, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not
function, making steering and braking more difficult.
■ Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is installed in luggage compartment. ( P. 479, 494)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■ When towing the vehicle
■ While towing
● When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place
excessive stress on the towing eyelets, cables or chains. The towing eye-
lets, cables or chains may become damaged, broken debris may hit peo-
ple and cause serious damage.
● Do not turn the power switch off.
This may lead to an accident as the front wheels will be locked by the
parking lock.
■ Installing towing eyelets to the vehicle
● The towing eyelets are only for the vehicle equipped with them. Do not use
the towing eyelets for another vehicle, and do not use the towing eyelets
for this vehicle on another vehicle.
● Make sure that towing eyelets are installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelets may come loose during towing.
Be sure to transport the vehicle with the
front wheels raised or with all four wheels
raised off the ground. If the vehicle is
towed with the front wheels contacting
the ground, the drivetrain and related
parts may be damaged or electricity gen-
erated by the operation of the motor may
cause a fire to occur depending on the
nature of the damage or malfunction.
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4907-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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WARNING
■When using the compact spare tire
● Remember that the spare tire provided is specifically designed for use with
your vehicle. Do not use your spare tire on another vehicle.
● Do not use more than one compact spare tire simultaneously.
● Replace the spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
● Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting
operations that cause sudden engine braking.
■ When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems
may not operate correctly:
■ Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 80 km/h (50 mph) when a compact
spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failure to
observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or serious
injury.
■ After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their
storage location to reduce the possibility of personal injury during a collision
or sudden braking.
• ABS & Brake assist
• VSC
•TRC
•Cruise control*
• Dynamic radar cruise control*
• PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system)*
• EPS
*: If equipped
• Rear view monitor system*
• IPA (Intelligent Parking Assist)*
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert with
steering control)*
• Navigation system*
• Automatic High beam*
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Index
PRIUS +_OM_OM47D30E_(EE)What to do if...
(Troubleshooting) ..................... 548
Alphabetical index ...................... 552
For vehicles with navigation system or multimedia system,
refer to the “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s
Manual” for information regarding the equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Rear view monitor system
• Audio/visual system
• IPA (Intelligent Parking Assist)
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553Alphabetical index
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Alarm......................................... 104
Alarm..................................... 104
Warning buzzer ..................... 444
Anchor brackets ........................ 67
Antenna
Smart entry & start system.... 153
Anti-lock brake system
(ABS) ...................................... 318
Function ................................ 318
Warning light ......................... 445
Approach warning ................... 307
Assist grips .............................. 357
Audio input
*
Audio system*
Automatic air conditioning
system
Air conditioning filter.............. 413
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 332
Automatic headlight leveling
system .................................... 243
Function ................................ 243
Warning light ......................... 449
Automatic High Beam ............. 244
Automatic light control
system .................................... 242
AUX port
*
Auxiliary boxes ................ 349, 351Back door ................................. 148
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 428
Wattage ................................ 536
Battery (12-volt battery)
Battery checking ................... 389
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged .......................... 513
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 327
Warning light ......................... 444
Battery (traction battery)........... 85
Bluetooth
®*
Bottle holders .......................... 347
Brake
Fluid ...................................... 534
Parking brake........................ 240
Regenerative braking.............. 82
Warning light ......................... 444
Brake assist ............................. 318
Brake Override System ........... 213
Break-in tips ............................. 214
Brightness control
Instrument cluster light
control................................. 120
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*: Refer to the “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s Manual”.