2020 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID warning lights

7148-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If a warning light turns on or a warning
buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle
inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
Brake system warning light and warning buzzer (red
indicator)*1
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer. Continuing to
drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Brake system warning light (yellow indicator)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The regenerative braking system; or
• The electronically controlled brake system
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

7248-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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The warning lights and warning buzzers operate as follows depending
on the content of the message. If a message indicates the need for
inspection by a dealer, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer
immediately.
The operation of the warning lights and warning buzzers may differ
from those stated. In this case, perform the correction procedure
according to the displayed message.
*: A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display.
Messages and warnings
System
warning
light
Warning
buzzer*Warning
Comes onSounds
Indicates an important situation, such
as when a system related to driving is
malfunctioning or that danger may
result if the correction procedure is not
performed
Comes on
or flashesSounds
Indicates an important situation, such
as when the systems shown on the
multi-information display may be mal-
functioning
FlashesSounds
Indicates a situation, such as when
damage to the vehicle or danger may
result
Comes onDoes not
sound
Indicates a condition, such as mal-
function of electrical components, their
condition, or indicates the need for
maintenance
FlashesDoes not
sound
Indicates a situation, such as when an
operation has been performed incor-
rectly, or indicates how to perform an
operation correctly

7258-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■ Warning messages
The warning messages explained below may differ from the actual messages
according to operation conditions and vehicle specifications.
■ System warning lights
The master warning light does not come on or flash in the following cases.
Instead, a separate system warning light will come on along with a message
or image shown on the multi-information display.
● “Antilock Brake System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer”:
The ABS warning light comes on. ( P. 715)
● “Braking Power Low Visit Your Dealer”:
The brake system warning light (yellow) will come on. ( P. 714)
● Indicates that a door is not fully closed while the vehicle is stopped.:
The Open door warning light comes on. ( P. 7 1 7 )
■ If “Visit Your Dealer” is shown
The system or part shown on the multi- information display is malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■ If a message about an operation is shown
● If a message about an operation of the accelerator pedal or brake pedal is
shown
• A warning message about an operation of the brake pedal may be shown
while the driving assist systems such as PCS (Pre-Collision System) or
the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range is operating. If a
warning message is shown, be sure to decelerate the vehicle or follow an
instruction shown on the multi-information display.
• A warning message is shown when Brake Override System operates.
( P. 360, 729)
• A warning message is shown when Drive-Start Control or Parking Sup-
port Brake function (if equipped) operates ( P. 360, 516). Follow the
instructions on the multi-information display.
● If a message about an operation of the power switch is shown
An instruction for operation of the power switch is shown when the incorrect
procedure for starting the hybrid system is performed or the power switch is
operated incorrectly. Follow the instructions shown on the multi-information
display to operate the power switch again.
● If a message about a shift operation is shown
To prevent the shift position from being selected incorrectly or the vehicle
from moving unexpectedly, the shift position may be changed automatically
( P. 381) or shift operation may be required. In this case, change the shift
position following the instructions on the multi-information display.

7909-2. Customization
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■Illumination (P. 591)
■Charge settings
■Maintenance system
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized
setting
Time elapsed before the inte-
rior lights turn off15 secondsOff
–OO 7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the power
switch is turned offOnOff––O
Operation when the doors are
unlockedOnOff––O
Operation when you approach
the vehicle with the electronic
key on your person
OnOff––O
Footwell lighting On Off – – O
Interior lights illumination con-
trolOn Off – – O
123
Charge scheduleSetting the charging schedule: P. 179
Charge currentChanging the upper limit of the charging cur-
rent: P. 150
Traction battery heaterSetting “Traction Battery Heater” on/off:
P. 155
Tire pressure warning
systemInitializing the tire pressure warning system:
P. 651

801Alphabetical index
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Child-protectors ....................... 286
Cleaning............................ 616, 622
Aluminum wheels .................. 617
Exterior.................................. 616
Front camera......................... 408
Hybrid battery (traction
battery) air intake vent ........ 623
Interior ................................... 622
Radar sensor ........................ 407
Seat belts .............................. 625
Water-repellent coating ......... 617
Clock ......................................... 204
Adjustment ............................ 210
Coat hooks ............................... 613
Combination meter .................. 204
Clock adjustment .................. 210
Main display .......................... 222
Multi-information display ....... 230
Warning lights and
indicators ............................ 214
Condenser ................................ 643
Console box ............................. 595
Consumption screen ............... 275
Coolant ..................................... 641
Capacity ................................ 776
Checking ............................... 641
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 566
Cooling system ........................ 641
Engine overheating ............... 761
Hybrid system overheating ... 763
Cruise control
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range .......... 451
Cup holders .............................. 596
Curtain shield airbags ............... 39
Customizable features ............ 782Daytime running light
system .................................... 388
Deck board ............................... 600
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors...... 577
Rear window ......................... 577
Windshield ............................ 577
Dimension ................................ 770
Display
Drive information................... 232
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range .......... 451
Energy monitor ............. 233, 272
Head-up display .................... 264
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) .... 438
Main display .......................... 222
Multi-information display ....... 230
Parking Support Brake
function ............................... 516
Pre-collision warning............. 419
RCTA detection screen......... 473
RSA (Road Sign Assist)........ 446
S-IPA (Simple Intelligent
Parking Assist System) ...... 527
Toyota parking assist
sensor................................. 500
Warning messages ............... 723
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 631
Door courtesy lights................ 591
Location ................................ 591
Wattage ................................ 779D

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Flat tire ...................................... 731
Floor mats .................................. 30
Fluid
Brake..................................... 778
Transmission......................... 777
Washer.................................. 648
Fog lights.................................. 397
Replacing light bulbs ............. 700
Switch ................................... 397
Follow me home system ......... 388
Footwell lights.......................... 591
Front doors............................... 283
Front fog lights ........................ 397
Replacing light bulbs ............. 700
Switch ................................... 397
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ........................ 717
Front position lights ................ 387
Light switch ........................... 387
Replacing light bulbs ............. 700
Front seat concentrated
airflow mode (S-FLOW)......... 575
Front seats ............................... 339
Adjustment ............................ 339
Cleaning ................................ 622
Correct driving posture............ 32
Head restraints...................... 343
Seat heaters.......................... 589
Front turn signal lights............ 385
Replacing light bulbs ............. 700
Turn signal lever ................... 385
Fuel ........................................... 401
Capacity ................................ 772
Fuel gauge ............................ 222
Information ............................ 780
Refueling ............................... 401
Type ...................................... 772
Warning light ......................... 717
Fuel consumption ............ 244, 275
Average fuel consumption .... 244
Current fuel consumption ...... 275Fuel filler door.......................... 403
Opener .................................. 403
Refueling............................... 401
When the fuel filler door
cannot be opened............... 403
Fuses ........................................ 691
Glove box ................................. 595
Hands-free system (for
cellular phone)
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Head restraints ........................ 343
Head-up display ....................... 264
Headlights ................................ 387
AHS (Adaptive High-beam
System) .............................. 391
Automatic headlight
leveling ............................... 389
Follow me home system ....... 388
Light switch ........................... 387
Replacing light bulbs............. 700
Heaters
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 572
Hybrid battery (traction
battery) ............................... 154
Outside rear view mirrors...... 577
Seat heaters ......................... 589
High coolant temperature
warning light .......................... 716
High mounted stoplight
Replacing .............................. 700
High-voltage components ...... 108
Hill-start assist control............ 559
Hood ......................................... 634
Hooks
Coat hooks............................ 613
Grocery bag hook ................. 601
Retaining hooks (floor mat)..... 30
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Horn .......................................... 346
HV mode ..................................... 95
Hybrid battery (traction
battery) ................................... 108
Air intake vent ....................... 109
Charging ............................... 121
Location ................................ 108
Specification.......................... 773
Status indicator ..................... 123
Hybrid battery (traction
battery) air intake vent .......... 109
Cleaning ................................ 623
Hybrid system ............................ 94
Brake Override System ......... 360
Consumption screen ..... 244, 275
Drive-Start Control ................ 360
Emergency shut off system... 109
Energy monitor.............. 233, 272
High voltage components ..... 108
Hybrid System Indicator ........ 236
If the hybrid system will not
start..................................... 749
Overheating .......................... 761
Plug-in hybrid system
precautions ......................... 108
Plug-in hybrid vehicle driving
tips ...................................... 115
Power switch ......................... 373
Regenerative braking ............ 103
Starting the hybrid system .... 373
Vehicle proximity notification
system ................................ 103
Hybrid System Indicator ......... 236
Hybrid transmission ................ 379Identification ............................ 771
Engine................................... 772
Vehicle .................................. 771
Ignition switch (power
switch) .................................... 373
Auto power off function ......... 375
Changing the power switch
modes................................. 375
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 705
Starting the hybrid system .... 373
Illuminated entry system ........ 593
Immobilizer system ................... 74
Indicators ................................. 214
Initialization .............................. 792
Items to initialize ................... 792
Parking Support Brake
function ............................... 520
Power windows ..................... 353
S-IPA (Simple Intelligent
Parking Assist System) ...... 548
Tire pressure warning
system ................................ 652
Inside rear view mirror ............ 348
Instrument cluster light
control .................................... 206
Interior lights............................ 591
Switch ........................... 592, 593
Wattage ................................ 779
Intrusion sensor ........................ 90
ISOFIX lower anchorages ......... 70I
*: Refer to “Navigation system Owner’s manual”.

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Jack ........................................... 670
Positioning a floor jack .......... 636
Vehicle-equipped jack ........... 670
Jack handle .............................. 670
Jam protection function .......... 353
Keyless entry ........................... 283
Smart entry & start system.... 293
Wireless remote control ........ 283
Keys .......................................... 278
Battery-saving function ......... 295
Electronic key........................ 278
Engine switch ........................ 373
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 751
If you lose your keys ..... 279, 282
Key number plate .................. 278
Keyless entry ........................ 283
Mechanical key ..................... 279
Power switch ......................... 373
Replacing the battery ............ 688
Smart entry & start system.... 293
Warning buzzer ..................... 294
Wireless remote control ........ 278
Knee airbags .............................. 39
Language (multi-information
display) ................................... 260Lever
Auxiliary catch lever .............. 634
Hood lock release lever ........ 634
Shift lever .............................. 379
Tilt and telescopic steering
lock release lever ............... 346
Turn signal lever ................... 385
Wiper lever............................ 398
License plate lights ................. 387
Light switch ........................... 387
Replacing light bulbs............. 700
Light
AHS (Adaptive High-beam
System) .............................. 391
Door courtesy lights .............. 591
Emergency flasher switch ..... 704
Fog light switch ..................... 397
Follow me home system ....... 388
Headlight switch.................... 387
Illuminated entry system ....... 593
Interior lights ................. 592, 593
Interior light list...................... 591
Luggage compartment
light..................................... 289
Personal lights ...................... 592
Replacing light bulbs............. 695
Shift lever light ...................... 591
Turn signal lever ................... 385
Vanity lights .......................... 605
Wattage ................................ 779
Light bulbs
Replacing .............................. 695
Wattage ................................ 779
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) ...... 429
Luggage cover ......................... 603
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