2019 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUS Owners Manual

3375-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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■Using automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and
the ambient conditions.
Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow
immediately after is pressed.
■ After pressing
The selection frame will automatically move to the fan speed display.
■ Fogging up of the windows
● The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high.
Pressing on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the
windshield effectively.
● If you turn off, the windows may fog up more easily.
● The windows may fog up if the recirculated air mode is used.
■ When driving on dusty roads
Close all windows. If dust thrown up by the vehicle is still drawn into the vehi-
cle after closing the windows, it is recommended that the air intake mode be
set to outside air mode and the fan speed to any setting except off.
■ Outside/recirculated air mode
● Setting to the recirculated air mode temporarily is recommended in prevent-
ing dirty air from entering the vehicle interior and helping to cool the vehicle
when the outside air temperature is high.
● Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the
temperature setting or the inside temperature.
■ Outside temperature display
In the following situations, the correct out-
side temperature may not be displayed, or
the display may take longer than normal
to change.
● When stopped, or driving at low speeds
(less than 25 km/h [16 mph])
● When the outside temperature has
changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit
of a garage, tunnel, etc.)

3385-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
PRIUS +_OM_OM47D30E_(EE)■When the outside temperature is low
The dehumidification function may not operate even when is pressed.
■Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
●In the Eco drive mode, the air conditioning system is controlled as follows to
prioritize fuel efficiency
• Engine speed and compressor operation controlled to restrict heating/
cooling capacity
• Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected
●To improve air conditioning performance, perform the following operations
• Adjust the fan speed
• Turn off Eco drive mode
• Customize the air conditioning control of Eco drive mode. (P. 543)
■Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.
●During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into
and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to
be emitted from the vents.
●To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time
immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic
mode.
■Air conditioning filter
P. 413
■Customization
Settings (e.g. A/C auto switching operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 539)

3395-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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WARNING
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
● Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather.
The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the
windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, block-
ing your vision.
■ To prevent burns
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror
defoggers are on.
NOTICE
■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning syst em on longer than necessary when the
hybrid system is off.
● Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover the air outlets.
Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,
preventing the windshield defoggers
from defogging.

3405-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Using the steering wheel climate remote
control switches
Temperature control
Outside air or recirculated air
mode
Press “ ” on to increase the temperature and “” to decrease
the temperature.
Press .
The mode switches between outside air mode and recirculated air mode
each time the switch is pressed.
■ When changing the temperature setting using the steering switches
The temperature will change, however the position of the selection frame on
the air conditioning display will remain the same.
: If equipped
Some air conditioning features can be controlled using the
switches on the steering wheel.
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Adjusting the temperature setting
Changing the outside air or recirculated air modes
WARNING
■ To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the air conditioning switches on the steering
wheel.

3415-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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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 turns 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.

3425-2. Using the interior lights
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Interior lights list
Rear interior light (P. 344)
Front personal/interior lights ( P. 343)
Shift lever lighting
Footwell lights (if equipped)
Front door courtesy lights
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3435-2. Using the interior lights
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Front interior light
Vehicles without panoramic roofVehicles with panoramic roof
Turns the lights off
Turns the door position on
Turns the lights onTurns the lights off
Turns the door position on
Turns the lights on
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Front personal lights
Vehicles without panoramic roofVehicles with panoramic roof
Turns the lights on/off Turns the lights on/off

3445-2. Using the interior lights
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Turns the door position on
When the front interior light main
switch is in the off position, the rear
interior light will not turn on even if
the door is opened with the rear
interior light switch in door position.
Turns the light on
●Illuminated entry system: The lights automatically turn on/off according to
power switch mode, the presence of the electronic key, whether the doors
are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors are opened/closed.
●If the interior lights remain on when the power switch is turned off, the light
will go off automatically after 20 minutes.
●Settings (e.g. the time elapsed before the lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 539)
Rear interior light
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NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not leave the lights on longer than
necessary when the hybrid system is off.