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5205-5. Using the driving support systems
Prius Plug-in Hybrid_OM_OM47D72E_(EE)
●Influence from other sonic waves
• An ultrasonic wave source is nearby, such as the horn or parking assist-
sensors of another vehicle, a vehicle detector, a motorcycle engine or the
air brake of a large vehicle
• Electronic components (such as a backlit license plate (especially fluo-
rescent types), fog lights, a fender pole or a wireless antenna) are
installed near the sensors
●Changes in the vehicle
• When driving with the shift position in N
• The vehicle is tilted a large amount
• The height of the vehicle has drastically changed due to the carried load
(the nose tilts up or down)
• The direction of the sensor has deviated due to a collision or other impact
■Parking Support Brake function while the Simple Intelligent Parking
Assist System is operating
P. 525
■When removing and installing the 12-volt battery
The system needs to be initialized.
The system can be initialized by driving the vehicle straight ahead for 5 sec-
onds or more at a speed of approximately 35 km/h (22 mph) or higher.
■When “PKSB Unavailable” is displayed on the multi-information display
and the PKSB OFF indicator flashes
●Ice, snow, dirt, etc., may have adhered to the sensor. If this occurs, remove
the ice, snow, dirt, etc., from the sensor to return the system to normal.
Also, a warning message may be displayed at low temperatures due to ice
forming on the sensor, and the sensor may not detect obstacles. Once the
ice melts, the system will return to normal.
●If this message is shown even after removing dirt from the sensor, or shown
when the sensor was not dirty to begin with, have the vehicle inspected at
any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
●System initialization may not have been performed after removal and instal-
lation of the 12-volt battery. Perform system initialization.
■When “PKSB Malfunction Visit Your Dealer” is displayed on the multi-
information display, the PKSB OFF indicator flashes and the buzzer
sounds
The system may not be operating properly. Have the vehicle inspected at any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
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5665-6. Driving tips
Prius Plug-in Hybrid_OM_OM47D72E_(EE)
Winter driving tips
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine/power control unit coolant
• Washer fluid
●Have a service technician inspect the condition of the 12-volt bat-
tery.
●Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire
chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen.
Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away
the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
●To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield.
●Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accu-
mulated on the exterior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassis, around the
tires or on the brakes.
●Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before
getting in the vehicle.
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before
driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a man-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions.
Preparation for winter
Before driving the vehicle
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6Interior features
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6-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning
system ............................. 572
Remote Air Conditioning
System............................. 585
Seat heaters ...................... 589
6-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ................. 591
• Front interior light .......... 592
• Front personal lights ...... 592
• Rear interior light ........... 593
6-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ...... 594
• Glove box ...................... 595
• Console box .................. 595
• Cup holders ................... 596
• Bottle holders/
door pockets .................. 597
• Auxiliary boxes .............. 598
• Seat back pockets ......... 599
Luggage compartment
features............................ 600
6-4. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features ........ 605
• Sun visors...................... 605
• Vanity mirrors ................ 605
• Power outlets................. 606
• Wireless charger ........... 607
• Armrest .......................... 613
• Coat hooks .................... 613
• Assist grips .................... 614
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5876-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Prius Plug-in Hybrid_OM_OM47D72E_(EE)
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Interior features
■When using the Remote Air Conditioning System
A charging message will be displayed on the multi-information display. Differ-
ent messages will be displayed depending on when the Remote Air Condi-
tioning System was started (after charging or during charging).
■While the Remote Air Conditioning System is operating
●Depending on the operating condition of the Remote Air Conditioning Sys-
tem, the electric fan may spin and an operating noise may be heard.
However, this does not indicate a malfunction.
●The Remote Air Conditioning System may stop operating temporarily if
other features that use electricity (for example, the seat heater, lights, wind-
shield wipers) are in operation or if the charge level of the 12-volt battery
becomes low.
●The headlights, windshield wiper, combination meter, etc. will not operate
while the Remote Air Conditioning System is operating.
■Electronic key battery depletion
P. 280
■When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
P. 688
■Customization
Setting (e.g. Operation using “A/C” on the wireless remote control) can be
changed. (Customizable features: P. 782)
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5916-2. Using the interior lights
Prius Plug-in Hybrid_OM_OM47D72E_(EE)
6
Interior features
Interior lights list
Rear interior light (P. 593)
Front personal/interior lights (P. 592)
Shift lever lighting
Footwell lights
Front door courtesy lights1
2
3
4
5
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5926-2. Using the interior lights
Prius Plug-in Hybrid_OM_OM47D72E_(EE)
Turns the lights off
Turns the door position on
Turns the lights on
Turns the lights on/off
Front interior light
1
2
3
Front personal lights
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5936-2. Using the interior lights
Prius Plug-in Hybrid_OM_OM47D72E_(EE)
6
Interior features
Turns the switch to the door
position (door linked)
Operation is linked with the front
interior light main switch. When the
switch is off, the light does not illu-
minate.
Turns the light on
■Illuminated entry system
The lights automatically turn on/off according to power switch mode, the pres-
ence of the electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and
whether the doors are opened/closed.
■To prevent the 12-volt battery from being discharged
If the interior lights remain on when the power switch is turned off, the light
will go off automatically after 20 minutes.
■Customization
Settings (e.g. the time elapsed before the lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 782)
Rear interior light
1
2
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not leave the lights on longer than
necessary when the hybrid system is off.
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5956-3. Using the storage features
Prius Plug-in Hybrid_OM_OM47D72E_(EE)
6
Interior features
Pull up the lever.
The glove box light turns on when the tail lights are on.
Press the knob and open the lid.
Glove box
Console box
Vehicles without solar charging system:
The tray slides forward/backward and can
be removed.