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2835-2. Basic Operations (Multimedia system)
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Vo l u m e   s w i t c h• Increases/dec reases volume
• Press and hold: Continuously increases/decreases volume
Cursor switch • Selects  (radio  stations/radio presets/tracks/files/songs)
• Moves cursor
• Press and hold: Seek up /down (radio stations)
• Fast up/down (tracks/files)
“MODE” switch • Changes audio source
• Press and hold this switch to mute or pause the current operat ion
To cancel the mute or pause, press and hold.
Steering wheel audio switches
Some  audio  features  can  be  cont rolled  using  the  switches  on
the steering wheel.
Operation  may  differ  depending  on  the  type  of  audio  system  or
navigation system. For details,  refer to the manual provided with
the audio system or  navigation system.
Operating  the  multimedia  system  using  the  steering  wheel
switches
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WARNING
■To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering  wheel. 
         
        
        
     
        
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3445-10. Bluetooth® phone (Multimedia system)
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■Receiving a message
●Depending  on  the  cellular  phone  used  for  receiving  messages, or  its regis-
tration status with the navigation system, some information may not be dis-
played.
● The  pop  up  screen  is  separately  available  for  incoming  e-mail  a nd  SMS/
MMS messages under the following conditions:
E-mail:
• “Incoming E-mail Display” is set to “Full Screen”. ( P. 359)
• “E-mail Notification Popup” is set to on. ( P. 359)
SMS/MMS:
• “Incoming SMS/MMS Display” is set to “Full screen”. (P. 359)
• “SMS/MMS Notification Popup” is set to on. (P. 359) 
         
        
        
     
        
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3745-12. Using the voice command system (Multimedia system)
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■ Notes about Mobile Assistant
●The  available  features  and  functions  may  vary  based  on  the  iOS  version
installed on the connected device.
● Some  Siri features are limited  in Eyes Free mode. If you  attempt  to use  an
unavailable function, Siri will inform you that the function is not available.
● If  Siri  is  not  enabled  on  the  cellular  phone  connected  via  Bluetooth
®,  an
error message will be displayed on the screen.
● While a phone call is active, the Mobile Assistant cannot be us ed.
● If using the navigation feature of the cellular phone, ensure t he active audio
source  is  Bluetooth
®  audio  or  iPod  in  order  to  hear  turn  by  turn  direction
prompts. 
         
        
        
     
        
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5168-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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WARNING
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember  that  the  compact  spare  tire  provided  is  specifically
designed for use with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire
on another vehicle.
●Do not use more  than one compact spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as  possi-
ble.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and  shift-
ing operations that cause sudden engine braking.
■When the compact spa re tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be co rrectly detected, and the following sys-
tems may not operate correctly:
■Speed limit when using  the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a com pact
spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high spee ds. Fail-
ure to observe this precaution ma y lead to an accident causing death or
serious injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all t he tools and jack are securely i n place in
their storage locatio n to reduce the possibility of personal in jury during a
collision or su dden braking.
• ABS & Brake assist
• VSC
•TRAC
• Cruise control (if equipped)
• PCS (Pre-collision system) • LDA (Lane Departure Alert)
• Automatic High Beam
• EPS
• Rear view monitor system
• Navigation system (if equipped) 
         
        
        
     
        
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9-2. Customization
■Changing by using the multimedia systemPress the “SETUP” button.
Select “Vehicle” on the “Setup” screen.
Various setting can be changed. Refer to the list of settings t hat can
be changed for details.
■Changing by using the navigation system
Press the “APPS” button.
Select “Setup” on the “Apps” screen and select “Vehicle”.
Various setting can be changed. Refer to the list of settings t hat can
be changed for details.
Customizable features
Your vehicle includes a variety of electronic features that can  be
personalized to suit your prefe rences. Programming these pref-
erences  requires  specialized  equipment  and  may  be  performed
by your Toyota dealer.
Some function settings are changed  simultaneously with other func-
tions  being  customized.  Contact  your  Toyota  dealer  for  further
details.
Customizing vehicle fea tures (audio system)
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Index
PRIUS c_UWhat to do if... 
(Troubleshooting) .................... 582
Alphabetical index ..................... 587
For  vehicles  with  a  navigat ion  system,  refer  to  the
“NAVIGATION  SYSTEM  OWNER’S  MANUAL”  for
information regarding the navigation system. 
         
        
        
     
        
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 376
ABS ........................................... 265
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System ..................................... 77
Air conditioning filter .............. 449
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter ............. 449 
Automatic air conditioning system ......... ....................... 376
Airbags Airbag operating 
conditions ............................. 47
Airbag preca utions for 
your child .............................. 42
Airbag warning light .............. 481
Curtain shield airbag  operating conditions ............. 47
Curtain shield airbag  precautions ........................... 45
Front passenger occupant 
classification syst em............. 52
General airbag  precautions ........................... 42
Indicators ................................ 52
Knee airbag precautions ......... 42
Locations of airbags................ 39
Modification and  disposal of airbags ............... 46
Proper driving  posture ........................... 28, 42
Seat cushion airbag  precautions ........................... 42
Side airbag operating 
conditions ............................. 47
Side airbag precautions .......... 42
SRS airbags............................ 39 Antenna .................................... 299
Anti-lock brake system ........... 265
Assist grips .............................. 396
Audio input .............................. 284
Audio system
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Antenna ................................ 366
Audio input............................ 284
AUX port ............................... 284
CD player.............................. 300
Cord hook ............................. 284
iPod ...................................... 306
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 300
Optimal use .......................... 297
Portable music 
player ................................. 284
Radio .................................... 298
Steering wheel audio  switch ................................. 283
Type...................................... 280
USB memory ........................ 311
USB port ............................... 284
Automatic air conditioning  system
Air conditioning filter ............. 449
Automatic air conditioning system .......... ...................... 376
Automatic High Beam ............. 246
AUX port ................................... 284
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 390
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL”. 
         
        
        
     
        
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594Alphabetical index
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MaintenanceDo-it-yourself 
maintenance ....................... 416
Emission inspection and  maintenance (I/M) 
programs ............................ 415
General maintenance ........... 412
Maintenance data ................. 536
Maintenance requirements ... 409
Meter Instrument panel light 
control................................. 101
Meters ..................................... 99
Microphone .............................. 333
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror .......... 160
Outside rear view mirror defogger ............................. 378
Outside rear view mirrors...... 161
Vanity mirrors........................ 393
Moon roof ................................. 167
MP3 disc ................................... 300
Multi-information display ........ 103
Navigation system
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Noise from under vehicle............ 8 Odometer ................................. 100
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 539
Opener Back door ............................. 136
Fuel filler door ....................... 221
Hood ..................................... 419
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding ............ 161
Defogger ............................... 378
Outside temperature 
display.................................... 101
Overheating, Hybrid  system.................................... 529
Parking brake........................... 207
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 460
Switch ................................... 208
Wattage ................................ 544
PCS (Pre-Collision system) .... 231 PCS (Pre-Collision 
system) switch...... .............. 234
Warning light......................... 482
Personal lights Switch ................................... 386
Wattage ................................ 544
Power outlet ............................. 394
Power switch ................... 188, 192
Power windows ....................... 163
Pre-Collision system (PCS) .... 231 PCS (Pre-Collision 
system) switch...... .............. 234
Warning light......................... 482
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