
1563-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
PRIUS +_OM_OM47D30E_(EE)■Conditions affecting operation
The smart entry & start system, wireless remote control and immobilizer sys-
tem use weak radio waves. In the following situations, the communication
between the electronic key and the vehicle may be affected, preventing the
smart entry & start system, wireless remote control and immobilizer system
from operating properly. (Ways of coping: P.  5 1 1 )
●When the electronic key battery is depleted
●Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical
noise
●When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
●When other wireless key (that emit radio waves) is being used nearby
●When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that
emit radio waves
• When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication device
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
●If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the
rear window
●When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or electronic
devices 

1573-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Operation of each component
PRIUS +_OM_OM47D30E_(EE)■Note for the entry function
●Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection areas),
the system may not operate properly in the following cases:
• The electronic key is too close to the window or outside door handle, near
the ground, or in a high place when the doors are locked or unlocked.
• The electronic key is on the instrument panel, luggage room, floor, or in
the door pockets or glove box when the hybrid system is started or power
switch modes are changed.
●Do not leave the electronic key on top of the instrument panel or near the
door pockets when exiting the vehicle. Depending on the radio wave recep-
tion conditions, it may be detected by the antenna outside the cabin and the
door will become lockable from the outside, possibly trapping the electronic
key inside the vehicle.
●As long as the electronic key is within the effective range, the doors may be
unlocked or locked by anyone. However, only the doors detecting the elec-
tronic key can be used to unlock the vehicle.
●Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be possible to start
the hybrid system if the electronic key is near the window.
●The doors may unlock if a large amount of water splashes on the door han-
dle, such as in the rain or in a car wash when the electronic key is within the
effective range. (The doors will automatically be locked after approximately
30 seconds if the doors are not opened and closed.)
●If the wireless remote control is used to lock the doors when the electronic
key is near the vehicle, there is a possibility that the door may not be
unlocked by the entry function. (Use the wireless remote control to unlock
the doors.)
●Touching the door lock or unlock sensor while wearing gloves may delay or
prevent lock or unlock operation.
●If the door handle becomes wet while the electronic key is within the effec-
tive range, the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. In that case, follow the
following correction procedures to wash the vehicle:
• Place the electronic key in a location 2 m (6 ft.) or more away from the
vehicle. (Take care to ensure that the key is not stolen.)
• Set the electronic key to battery-saving mode to disable the smart entry &
start system. (P. 155)
●If the electronic key is inside the vehicle and a door handle becomes wet
during a car wash, a message may be shown on the multi-information dis-
play (if equipped) and a buzzer will sound outside the vehicle. To turn off the
alarm, lock all the doors.
●The lock sensor may not work properly if it comes into contact with ice,
snow, mud, etc. Clean the lock sensor and attempt to operate it again, or
use the lock sensor on the lower part of the door handle. 

1583-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
PRIUS +_OM_OM47D30E_(EE)●A sudden approach to the effective range or door handle may prevent the
doors from being unlocked. In this case, return the door handle to the origi-
nal position and check that the doors unlock before pulling the door handle
again.
●If there is another electronic key in the detection area, it may take slightly
longer to unlock the doors after the door handle is gripped. 
■When the vehicle is not driven for extended periods
●To prevent theft of the vehicle, do not leave the electronic key within 2 m
(6 ft.) of the vehicle.
●The smart entry & start system can be deactivated in advance. (P. 539)
■To operate the system properly
Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system. Do not get
the electronic key too close to the vehicle when operating the system from the
outside of the vehicle.
Depending on the position and holding condition of the electronic key, the key
may not be detected correctly and the system may not operate properly. (The
alarm may go off accidentally, or the door lock prevention may not operate.)
■If the smart entry & start system does not operate properly
●Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the mechanical key. (P. 511)
●Starting the hybrid system: P.  5 11
■Customization
Settings (e.g. smart entry & start system) can be changed. 
(Customizable features: P. 539)
■If the smart entry & start system has been deactivated in a customized
setting
●Unlocking and locking the doors:
Use the wireless remote control or mechanical key. (P. 144, 511)
●Starting the hybrid system and changing power switch modes: P.  5 1 1
●Stopping the hybrid system: P. 226 

2103-5. Opening and closing the windows
PRIUS +_OM_OM47D30E_(EE)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.  
Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury. 
■ Closing the windows 
● The driver is responsible for all the power window operations, including the 
operation for the passengers. In order to prevent accidental operation,
especially by a child, do not let a child operate the power windows. It is 
possible for children and other passengers to have body parts caught in 
the power window. Also, when riding with a child, it is recommended to use
the window lock switch. ( P. 208) 
● When exiting the vehicle, turn the power switch off, carry the key and exit 
the vehicle along with the child. T here may be accidental operation, due to 
mischief, etc., that may possibly lead to an accident. 
■ Jam protection function 
● Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the up jam protec- 
tion function. 
● The up jam protection function may not work if something gets jammed 
just before the window is fully closed. Be careful not to get any part of your 
body jammed in the window. 
■ Catch protection function 
● Never use any part of your body or clothing to intentionally activate the 
catch protection function. 
● The catch protection function may not work if something gets caught just 
before the window is fully opened. Be careful not to get any part of your 
body or clothing caught in the window.
● Check to make sure that all passengers 
do not have any part of their body in a 
position where it could be caught when 
a window is being operated. 

2124-1. Before driving
PRIUS +_OM_OM47D30E_(EE)
Driving the vehicle
P.  2 2 4
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift position to D. 
(P. 233) 
Check that the shift position indicator shows D.
Release the parking brake. (P. 240)
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelera-
tor pedal to accelerate the vehicle. 
With the shift position in D, depress the brake pedal. 
If necessary, set the parking brake. 
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift the shift
position to P. (P. 234)
Stop the vehicle completely.
Set the parking brake. (P. 240)
Shift the shift position to P. (P. 234)
Check that the shift position indicator shows P.
Press the power switch to stop the hybrid system.
Slowly release the brake pedal.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the electronic key on your
person.
If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe
driving: 
Starting the hybrid system 
Driving
Stopping
Parking the vehicle
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2244-2. Driving procedures
PRIUS +_OM_OM47D30E_(EE)
Power (ignition) switch
Check that the parking brake is set. 
Firmly depress the brake pedal.
Vehicles without multi-information display
The smart entry & start system indicator light (green) will turn on. If the
indicator light does not turn on, the hybrid system cannot be started.
Vehicles with multi-information display
 will be displayed on the multi-information display. 
If it is not displayed, the hybrid system cannot be started.
When the shift position is N, the hybrid system cannot start. Shift the shift
position to P when starting the hybrid system. (P. 234)
Press the power switch shortly
and firmly.
When operating the power switch,
one short, firm press is enough.
It is not necessary to press and
hold the switch.
If the “READY” indicator turns on,
the hybrid system will operate nor-
mally.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal until the “READY” indicator
is illuminated.
The hybrid system can be started
from any power switch mode.
Performing the following operations when carrying the elec-
tronic key on your person starts the hybrid system or changes
power switch modes.
Starting the hybrid system
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2284-2. Driving procedures
PRIUS +_OM_OM47D30E_(EE)
■Auto power off function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or ON
mode (the hybrid system is not operating) for more than an hour with the shift
position in P, the power switch will automatically turn off. However, this func-
tion cannot entirely prevent the 12-volt battery discharge. Do not leave the
vehicle with the power switch in ACCESSORY or ON mode for long periods
of time when the hybrid system is not operating.
■Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
P.  8 4
■Electronic key battery depletion
P. 142
■When the ambient temperature is low, such as during winter driving con-
ditions
When starting the hybrid system, the flashing time of the “READY” indicator
may be long. Leave the vehicle as it is until the “READY” indicator is steady
on, as steady means the vehicle is able to move.
■Conditions affecting operation
P. 156
■Note for the entry function
P. 157
■If the hybrid system does not start
The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (P. 91) 
Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
■When “ENTRY & START SYSTEM CHECK HAVE YOUR VEHICLE
CHECKED BY A DEALER” is displayed on the multi-information display
(if equipped)
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer
immediately. 

2294-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
PRIUS +_OM_OM47D30E_(EE)■If the “READY” indicator does not come on
In the event that the “READY” indicator does not come on even after perform-
ing the proper procedures for starting the vehicle, contact any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immedi-
ately.
■If the hybrid system is malfunctioning
P. 460
■If the electronic key battery is depleted
P. 417
■Operation of the power switch
●If the switch is not pressed shortly and firmly, the power switch mode may
not change or the hybrid system may not start.
●If attempting to restart the hybrid system immediately after turning the power
switch off, the hybrid system may not start in some cases. After turning the
power switch off, please wait a few seconds before restarting the hybrid sys-
tem.
■Automatically P position selection function
P. 236
■When the shift control system malfunctions
The power switch will not be able to be turned off. In such a case, the switch
can be turned off after applying the parking brake. 
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
■Meter display
When the power switch is turned off, each display will turn off as follows.
●The shift position indicator will turn off after approximately 2 seconds.
●EV driving ratio and average fuel consumption after hybrid system started,
turn off after approximately 6 seconds.
●The odometer, clock, etc. will turn off after approximately 30 seconds. 
(Each display will also turn off immediately if a door is locked before 30 sec-
onds has elapsed.)