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4-2. Driving procedures
Stop the vehicle completely.
Set the parking brake. ( P. 2 6 2 )
Shift the shift position to P.
( P. 256)
Check that the shift position indica-
tor shows P. ( P. 255)
Press the power switch.
The hybrid system will stop.
Slowly release the brake pedal and check that the display on th e
instrument cluster is off.
The meter display sequentially turns off after the hybrid syste m stops.
( P. 249)
Stopping the hybrid system
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2
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4
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4-2. Driving procedures
4
Driving
Hybrid transmission
Shift lever
Operate the shift lever gently and ensure correct shifting operation.
Release the shift lever after each shifting operation to allow it to return to
the position.
When shifting from P to N, D or R, from D to R, or from R to D, ensure that
the brake pedal is being depressed and the vehicle is stationar y.
Shift position indicator
The current shift position is highlighted.
When any shift position other than D or B is selected, the arro w toward B
and B position indicator disappear from the shift position indicator.
When selecting the shift position, make sure that the shift pos ition has
been changed to the desired posi tion by checking the shift position
indicator provided on t he instrument cluster.
Shifting the shift lever
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When shifting to the D or R, move the shift lever along the shi ft
gate.
To shift to the N, slide the shift lever to the left and hold i t. The shift
position will change to N.
To shift to the B, pull the shift lever down. Shifting to B is only pos-
sible when shift position D is selected.
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PRIUS_OM_OM47E09U_(U)
2854-4. Refueling
4
Driving
Press the opener to open the
fuel filler door.
The fuel filler door will open within
about 10 seconds of the switch
being pressed. Before refueling is
possible, a message will be shown
on the multi-information display in
the instrument cluster to indicate
the progress of the fuel filler door
opener.
Turn the fuel tank cap slowly to
open and hang it on the back of
the fuel filler door.
NOTICE
■Refueling
● Finish refueling within 30 minutes. If more than 30 minutes passes, the
internal valve closes. In this condition, fuel may overflow dur ing the refuel-
ing process.
Press the fuel filler door opener switch again.
● Do not spill fuel during refueling.
Doing so may damage the vehicle, such as causing the emission c ontrol
system to operate abnormally or damaging fuel system components or the
vehicle’s painted surface.
Opening the fuel tank cap
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PRIUS_OM_OM47E09U_(U)
4575-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
5
Interior features
Turns the heated steering wheel
on/off
The indicator in the instrument
cluster comes on when the heated
steering wheel is operating.
●The heated steering wheel can be used when the power switch is in ON
mode.
● The heated steering wheel will automatically turn off after about 30 minutes.
Heats the seat at low tempera-
ture (LO)
Heats the seat at high tempera-
ture (HI)
The indicator light comes on when
one side of the switch is pressed.
To stop the operation, gently press
the other side of the switch.
●The seat heaters can be used when the power switch is in ON mod e.
● When not in use, turn off the switch. The indicator light goes off.
Heated steering wheel (if equipped)
Seat heaters (if equipped)
Indicator
Indicator
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8-1. Specifications
■Recommendation of the use of low emissions gasoline
Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol, as well as
reformulated gasolines, are available in some cities. These fue ls are typically
acceptable for use, providing they meet other fuel requirements .
Toyota recommends these fuels, since the formulations allow for reduced
vehicle emissions.
■ Non-recommendation of the use of blended gasoline
●If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure that it has an octa ne rating no
lower than 87.
● Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methan ol.
■ Non-recommendation of the use of gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane enhancing additive called MMT
(Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel
containing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely
affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If this
happens, contact your Toyota dealer for service.
■ If your engine knocks
●Consult your Toyota dealer.
● You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time whi le accelerat-
ing or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
●
Use only gasoline containing up to 15%
ethanol.
DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline
that could contain more than 15% etha-
nol, including from any pump labeled
E30, E50, E85 (which are only some
examples of fuel containing more than
15% ethanol).
DO NOT use gasoline
containing more than
15% ethanol.
(30% ethanol)
(50% ethanol)
(85% ethanol)
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8-2. Customization
Settings that can be changed using the multi-information display
Settings that can be changed usin g the navigation system or the
multimedia system
Settings that can be chan ged by your Toyota dealer
Definition of symbols: O = A vailable, – = Not available
■Instrument cluster (P. 98)
Customizable features
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2
3
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Sensor sensitivity for darken-
ing the brightness of the
instrument cluster depending
on the outside brightness
Standard-2 to 2––O
Sensor sensitivity for returning
the brightness of the instru-
ment cluster to the original
level depending on the outside
brightness
Standard-2 to 2––O
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726Alphabetical index
PRIUS_OM_OM47E09U_(U)
Bottle holders .......................... 464
BrakeFluid ...................................... 671
Parking brake........................ 262
Regenerative braking.............. 86
Warning light ......................... 592
Brake assist ............................. 420
Brake Override System ........... 229
Break-in tips ............................. 230
Brightness control Instrument cluster light
control................................. 100
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 349 Blind Spot Monitor
function ............................... 354
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ............................... 357
Care................................... 496, 502 Aluminum wheels.................. 497
Exterior ................................. 496
Front camera ........................ 291
Interior................................... 502
Radar sensor ........................ 290
Seat belts .............................. 503
Water-repellent coating......... 497
Cargo capacity ......................... 242
Cargo hooks............................. 468 Catch protection function....... 219
CD player
*
Chains ...................................... 431
Child restraint system............... 56
Fixed with a LATCH
system .......... ..................... ... 69
Fixed with a seat belt .............. 63
Front passenger occupant classification syst em ............ 49
Points to remember ................ 57
Riding with children ................ 55
Types of child restraint system installation method ............... 59
Using an anchor bracket......... 72
Child safety ................................ 55 12-volt battery precautions ... 526
Airbag precautions.................. 38
Back door precautions .......... 193
Child restraint system ............. 56
How your child should wear the seat belt.......................... 31
Installing child restraints ......... 59
Moon roof precautions .......... 226
Power window lock switch .... 218
Power window precautions ... 221
Rear door child-protectors .... 188
Removed key battery precautions......................... 562
Riding with children ................ 55
Seat belt extender precautions........................... 34
Seat belt precautions .............. 68
Seat heater precautions ....... 456
Child-protectors ...................... 188
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731Alphabetical index
PRIUS_OM_OM47E09U_(U)
I/M test ...................................... 511
Identification ............................ 665Engine................................... 666
Vehicle .................................. 665
Ignition switch (power
switch) .................................... 245 Auto power off function ......... 247
Automatic hybrid system shut off feature ........................... 249
Changing the power switch modes................................. 247
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 581
Starting the hybrid system .... 245
Illuminated entry system ........ 460
Immobilizer system ................... 95
Indicators ................................. 107
Initialization .............................. 701 Items to initialize ................... 701
Maintenance data ................. 506
Moon roof.............................. 225
Parking Support Brake function ............................... 383
Power windows ..................... 219
S-APGS (Simple Advanced Parking Guidance
System) .............................. 410
Tire pressure warning system ......... ....................... 535
Inside rear view mirror ............ 214
Instrument cluster light
control .................................... 100
Interior lights............................ 458
Switch ........................... 459, 460
Wattage ................................ 674
Intuitive parking assist............ 362 Jack
Positioning a floor jack.......... 517
Vehicle-equipped
jack ............................. 613, 632
Jack handle ...................... 613, 632
Jam protection function
Moon roof ............................. 224
Power windows..................... 219
Keyless entry ........................... 186 Smart key system ................. 196
Wireless remote control ........ 186
Keys .......................................... 180
Battery-saving function ......... 198
Electronic key ....................... 180
Engine switch (power switch) ................................ 245
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 647
If you lose your keys ..... 181, 184
Key number plate ................. 180
Keyless entry ........................ 186
Mechanical key ..................... 181
Power switch ........................ 245
Replacing the battery............ 560
Smart key system ................. 196
Warning buzzer .................... 197
Wireless remote control ........ 186
Knee airbag ................................ 35
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*: Refer to “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” or “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.