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Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety 
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Plug-in hybrid 
systemPlug-in hybrid system features, charging method, 
etc.
3Instrument 
clusterHow to read the gauges and meters, the variety of 
warning lights and indicators, etc.
4Operation of 
each componentOpening and closing the doors and windows, 
adjustment before driving, etc.
5DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for 
driving
6Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
7Maintenance 
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance 
procedures
8When trouble 
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
9Vehicle 
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
10For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat 
belt, SRS airbag and headlight aim instructions for 
Canadian owners
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically 
     
        
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TABLE OF CONTENTS2
PRIUS PRIME_OM_OM47C77U_(U)For your information....................... 8
Reading this manual .................... 14
How to search .............................. 15
Pictorial index .............................. 16
1-1. For safe use
Before driving ...................... 26
For safe driving ................... 28
Seat belts ............................ 30
SRS airbags ........................ 36
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 50
Exhaust gas precautions ..... 56
1-2. Child safety Riding with children ............. 57
Child restraint systems ........ 58
1-3. Emergency assistance Safety Connect.................... 76
1-4. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system ............. 83
2-1. Plug-in hybrid system Plug-in hybrid system features ............................. 86
Plug-in hybrid system  precautions ....................... 98
Plug-in hybrid vehicle  driving tips ....................... 105
EV driving range................ 108 2-2. Charging
Charging equipment .......... 110
Charging cable .................. 115
Smart lid & connector locking system ................. 121
Power sources that can be  used................................. 131
Charging methods ............. 134
Charging tips ..................... 139
Things to know before  charging........................... 141
How to charge ................... 146
Using the charging timer  function ............................ 157
When normal charging  cannot be carried out....... 180
3. Instrument cluster Combination meter ............ 192
Warning lights and indicators ......................... 201
Main display....................... 209
Multi-information  display ............................. 218
Head-up display................. 251
Energy monitor/ consumption screen 
(vehicles with 7-inch 
display) ............................ 259
Energy monitor/ consumption screen/
detail screen (vehicles 
with 11.6-inch display) ..... 265
1For safety and security
2Plug-in hybrid system
3Instrument cluster 
     
        
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PRIUS PRIME_OM_OM47C77U_(U)8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 652
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an 
emergency ...................... 653
If the vehicle is trapped  in rising water .................. 654
8-2. Steps to take in an  emergency
If your vehicle needs to  be towed ......................... 655
If you think something is  wrong .............................. 661
If a warning light turns on  or a warning buzzer 
sounds ............................ 662
If a warning message is  displayed ......................... 672
If you have a flat tire .......... 680
If the hybrid system will  not start ........................... 697
If the electronic key does  not operate properly ........ 699
If the 12-volt battery is  discharged ...................... 703
If your vehicle overheats ... 709
If the vehicle becomes  stuck................................ 714 9-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .......... 718
Fuel information ................. 727
Tire information.................. 730
9-2. Customization Customizable features ....... 741
9-3. Initialization Items to initialize ................ 752
Reporting safety defects  for U.S. owners ........................ 754
Seat belt instructions  for Canadian owners 
(in French)................................ 755
SRS airbag instructions  for Canadian owners 
(in French)................................ 757
Headlight aim instructions  for Canadian owners 
(in French)................................ 766
8When trouble arises9Vehicle specifications
10For owners 
     
        
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The installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect
electronic systems such as:
● Hybrid system
● Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
● Toyota Safety Sense P
● Anti-lock brake system
● SRS airbag system
● Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary meas ures or spe-
cial instructions regarding instal lation of a mobile two-way radio system.
High  voltage  parts  and  cables  on  the  hybrid  vehicles  emit  appro ximately  the
same  amount  of  electromagnetic  waves  as  the  conventional  gasoli ne  pow-
ered vehicles or home electronic appliances  despite of  their  el ectromagnetic
shielding.
Unwanted noise may occur in the reception of the mobile two-way radio.
Installation of a mobile  two-way radio system 
     
        
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PRIUS PRIME_OM_OM47C77U_(U)The  SRS  airbag  and  seat  belt  pretensioner  devices  in  your  Toyota  contain
explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt
pretensioners  left  as  they  are,  this  may  cause  an  accident  such
  as  fire.  Be
sure  to  have  the  systems  of  the  SRS  airbag  and  seat  belt  preten sioner
removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota dealer
before you scrap your vehicle.
Special handling may apply, 
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. 
Your  vehicle  has  components  that  may  contain  perchlorate.  These  compo-
nents  may  include  airbag,  seat  belt  pretensioners,  and  wireless   remote  con-
trol batteries.
Scrapping of your Toyota
Perchlorate Material
WARNING
■ General precautions while driving
Driving under the  influence:  Never drive  your vehicle when  under  the  influ-
ence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehi-
cle.  Alcohol  and  certain  drugs  delay  reaction  time,  impair  judg ment  and
reduce  coordination,  which  could  lead  to  an  accident  that  could   result  in
death or serious injury.
Defensive  driving: Always  drive  defensively. Anticipate  mistake s  that  other
drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.
Driver  distraction:  Always  give  your  full  attention  to  driving.  Anything  that
distracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a  cellular phone or
reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you,
your occupants or others.
■ General precaution regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to
have or use the key.
Children  may  be  able  to  start  the  vehicle  or  shift  the  vehicle  into  neutral.
There is also a  danger that  children  may  injure  themselves  by playing with
the  windows,  or  other  features  of  the  vehicle.  In  addition,  heat  build-up  or
extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children. 
     
        
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■Interior
SRS airbags  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 36
Floor mats  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 26
Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 299
Rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 301
Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 303
Seat belts  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 30
Console box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 532
Inside lock buttons  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 281
Cup holders  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 533
Assist grips  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 5541
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For safety and security1
1-1. For safe useBefore driving ...................... 26
For safe driving ................... 28
Seat belts ............................ 30
SRS airbags ........................ 36
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 50
Exhaust gas precautions..... 56
1-2. Child safety Riding with children ............. 57
Child restraint systems........ 58
1-3. Emergency assistance Safety Connect ................... 76
1-4. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system ............. 83 
     
        
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SRS airbags
The SRS airbags inflate when the vehicle is subjected to certain
types of severe impacts that may cause significant injury to th e
occupants. They work together wit h the seat belts to help reduce
the risk of death  or serious injury.