
4107-2. Maintenance
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■Repair and replacement
It  is  recommended  that  genuine  Toyota  parts  be  used  for  repairs   to  ensure
performance of each system. If non-Toyota parts are used in rep lacement or if
a  repair  shop  other  than  a  Toyota  dealer  performs  repairs,  conf irm  the  war-
ranty coverage.
■ Resetting the message indicating ma intenance is required (U.S.A. only)
After  the  required  maintenance  is  performed  according  to  the  ma intenance
schedule, please reset the message. 
To reset the message, follow the procedures described below:
Vehicles without a smart key system: Turn the power switch to the “LOCK”
position with the trip meter A reading shown.
Vehicles  with  a  smart  key  system:  Turn  the  power  switch  off  wit h  the  trip
meter A reading shown.
Vehicles without  a smart  key system: While pressing the “trip”  switch (P.
100), turn the power switch to the “ON” position (do not start  the hybrid sys-
tem, reset mode will be canceled).
Vehicles  with  a  smart  key  system:  While  pressing  the  trip  meter  reset  but-
ton  ( P.  100),  turn  the  power  switch  to  the  ON  mode  (do  not  start  the
hybrid system, otherwise the reset mode will be canceled).
Continue to press and hold the button until the trip meter disp lays “000000”.
■ Allow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Toyota dealer
●Toyota  technicians  are  well-trained  specialists  and  are  kept  up   to  date  with
the  latest  service  information. They  are  well  informed  about  th e  operations
of all systems on your vehicle.
● Keep  a  copy  of  the  repair  order.  It  proves  that  the  maintenance   that  has
been  performed  is  under  warranty  coverage.  If  any  problem  should  arise
while  your  vehicle  is  under  warranty,  your  Toyota  dealer  will  p romptly  take
care of it.
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4377-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
PRIUS c_U
Turn  the  power  switch  to  the  “ON”  position  (vehicles  without  a
smart key system) or power switch to ON mode (vehicles with a
smart key system). 
Press  and  hold  the  tire  pres-
sure  warning  reset  switch
until  the  tire  pressure  warn-
ing light blinks slowly 3 times.
Vehicles without a smart key syst em: Wait for a few minutes with
the  power  switch  in  the  “ON”  position  and  then  turn  the  power
switch to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. 
Vehicles with a smart key system : Wait for a few minutes with the
power switch in ON mode and then turn the power switch off. 
◆Registering ID codes
The tire pressure  warning  valve and  transmitter  is equipped  wit h  a
unique ID code. When replacing a tire pressure warning valve an d
transmitter, it is necessary to register the ID code. Have the  ID code
registered by your  Toyota dealer.
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4407-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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If the tire pressure warning system is not functioning
The  tire  pressure  warning  syst
em  will  be  disabled  in  the  follow ing  condi-
tions:
(When the condition  becomes normal, the system will work properly.)
●If  tires  not  equipped  with  tire  pressure  warning  valves  and  tra nsmitters
are used
●If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmit ters is not
registered in the tire pr essure warning computer
●If  the  tire  inflation  pressure  is  70  psi  (480  kPa,  4.9  kgf/cm2  or  bar)  or
higher
The tire pressure warning system may be disabled in the followi ng condi-
tions:
(When the condition  becomes normal, the system will work properly.)
●If electronic devices or facilitie s using similar radio wave frequencies are
nearby
●If a radio set at a similar frequency is in use in the vehicle
●If a window tint that affects the  radio wave signals is installed
●If  there  is  a  lot  of  snow  or  ice  on  the  vehicle,  particularly  around  the
wheels or wheel housings
●If non-genuine Toyota wheels are  used (Even if you use Toyota wheels,
the tire pressure warning system may not work properly with som e types
of tires.)
●If tire chains are used
■The initialization operation
●Make sure to carry out initializ ation after adjusting the tire inflation pres-
sure.
Also, make sure the tires are co ld before carrying out initialization or tire
inflation pressure adjustment.
●If  you  have  accidentally  turned  the  power  switch  to  off  during  initializa-
tion,  it  is  not  necessary  to  press  the  reset  switch  again  as  in itialization
will restart automatically when  the power switch has been turned to the
ON mode for th e next time.
●If you accidentally press the reset switch when initialization  is not neces-
sary,  adjust  the  tire  inflation  pressure  to  the  specified  level   when  the
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4417-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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When the initializati
on of the tire pressure warning system has  failed
Initialization can be completed i n a few minutes. However, in the following
cases, the settings  have not been record ed and the system will  not oper-
ate properly. If repeated attempts to record tire inflation pre ssure settings
are unsuccessful, have the vehicl e inspected by your Toyota dealer.
●When operating the tire pressure warning reset switch, the tire  pressure
warning light does  not blink 3 times.
●After driving for a certain period of time since the initializa tion has been
completed, the warning light comes  on after blinking for 1 minute.
■Tire pressure warning  system certification
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A. and Puerto Rico
For vehicles sold in Canada 

4427-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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WARNING
■When inspecting or replacing tires
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents. 
Failure to do so may cause damage  to parts of the drive train as well as
dangerous  handling  characteristics,  which  may  lead  to  an  accide nt
resulting in death o r serious injury.
●Do not mix tires of different ma kes, models or tread patterns. 
Also, do not mix tires of re markably different treadwear.
●Do not use tire sizes other th an those recommended by Toyota.
●Do  not  mix  differently  constructed  tires  (radial,  bias-belted  o r  bias-ply
tires).
●Do not mix summer, all  season and snow tires.
●Do not use tires that have b een used on another vehicle. 
Do not use tires if you do not kn ow how they were used previous ly. 
●Do not tow if your vehicle has a compact spare tire installed.
■When initializing the tire pressure warning system
Do  not  operate  the  tire  pressure  warning  reset  switch  without  first
adjusting the tire inflation pressure to the specified level. O therwise, the
tire  pressure  warning  light  may  not  come  on  even  if  the  tire  in flation
pressure  is  low,  or  it  may  come  on  when  the  tire  inflation  pres sure  is
actually normal. 

4928-2. Steps to take in an emergency
PRIUS c_UIndicates that the back door is not fully closed
If  the  vehicle  reaches  a  speed  of  3 mph  (5
km/h),    flashes  and  a  buzzer  sounds
to  indicate  that  the  back  door  is  not  yet  fully
closed.
 Close the back door.
(If equipped)
Indicates  that  the  moon  roof  is  not  fully  closed
(with the power switch off and the driver’s door is
open)
A buzzer also sounds.
 Close the moon roof.
Indicates that the parking brake is still engaged If the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h),
 flashes and a buzzer sounds to indicate
that the parking brake is still engaged.
 Release the parking brake.
(U.S.A. only)
Indicates  that  all  maintenance  according  to  the
driven  distance  on  the  maintenance  schedule
*1
should be performed soon.
Comes  on  approximately  4500  miles  (7200  km)
after the message has been reset.
If necessary, perfo rm maintenance.
(U.S.A. only)
Indicates  that  all  maintenance  is  required  to  cor-
respond  to  the  driven  distance  on  the  mainte-
nance schedule
*1.
Comes  on  approximately  5000  miles  (8000  km)
after the message has been reset. 
(The  indicator  will  not  work  properly  unless  the
message has been reset.)
 Perform  the  necessary  maintenance.
Please  reset  the  message  after  the  mainte-
nance is performed. ( P. 410)
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(U.S.A.) (Canada) 

595Alphabetical index
PRIUS c_U
Radiator .................................... 428
Radio......................................... 298
Rear seatFolding down ........................ 151
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 461
Wattage ................................ 544
Rear view monitor 
system
*.................................. 255
Rear window defogger ............ 378
Rear window wiper .................. 218
Resetting the message  indicating maintenance 
is required .............................. 410
Replacing  Fuses .................................... 454
Key battery............................ 451
Light bulbs ............................ 458
Tires ...................................... 505
Reporting safety defects 
for U.S. owners ...................... 568 Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt ............ 30
Automatic Locking 
Retractor (ALR) .................... 34
Child restra int system 
installation ............................ 59
Cleaning and maintaining  the seat belts ...................... 406
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 ...................... 482
Seat belt extenders................. 35
Seat belt pretensioners........... 34
Seat cushion airbag .................. 39
Seat heaters ............................. 384
Seating capacity ...................... 185
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL”.