
435
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5Interior features
5-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning  system (vehicles with 
7-inch display) ................. 436
Automatic air conditioning  system (vehicles with 
11.6-inch display) ............ 446
Heated steering wheel/ seat heaters .................... 456 5-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ................ 458• Front interior light .......... 459
• Front personal lights ..... 459
• Rear interior light .......... 460
5-3. Using the storage  features
List of storage features ..... 461 • Glove box...................... 462
• Console box .................. 462
• Cup holders .................. 463
• Bottle holders/
door pockets ................. 464
• Auxiliary boxes.............. 465
• Seat back pockets ........ 466
Luggage compartment  features ........................... 467
5-4. Using the other interior  features
Other interior features ....... 473 • Sun visors ..................... 473
• Vanity mirrors................ 473
• Power outlets ................ 474
• USB charging ports....... 475
• Wireless charger ........... 477
• Armrest ......................... 486
• Coat hooks.................... 486
• Assist grips ................... 487
Garage door opener.......... 488 

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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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6-1. Maintenance and care
NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
● Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discol or the vehi-
cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat  portions:  Organic  substances  such  as  benzene  or  gasol ine,
alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene,  and alco-
hol
● Do  not  use  polish  wax  or  polish  cleaner.  The  instrument  panel’s   or  other
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.
■ Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe  the  following  precautions  to  avoid  damage  to  and  deterioration  of
leather surfaces:
● Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.
● Do  not  expose  the  vehicle  to  direct  sunlight  for  extended  perio ds  of  time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
● Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the uphol-
stery,  as  they  may  stick  to  the  leather  surface  if  the  vehicle  interior  heats
up significantly.
■ Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if wate r comes
into contact with electrical components such as the audio syste m above or
under the floor of the vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.
■ When  cleaning  the  inside  of  the  windshield  (vehicles  with  Toyota
Safety Sense 2.0)
Do  not  allow  glass  cleaner  to  contact  the  lens. Also,  do  not  to uch the lens.
( P. 289).
■ Cleaning the inside of the rear window
● Do  not  use  glass  cleaner  to  clean  the  rear  window,  as  this  may  cause
damage to the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth da mpened
with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the w indow in
strokes running parallel to the heater wires.
● Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires. 

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5776-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
■Replacing the following bulbs
If  any  of  the  lights  listed  below  has  burnt  out,  have  it  replaced  by
your Toyota dealer.
● Headlights and daytime running lights
● Parking lights (LED  type: if equipped)
● Fog lights
● Front turn signal lights
● Tail lights
● Stop lights
● High mounted stoplight
● License plate lights
■LED lights
The  lights  other  than  the  parking  lights  (bulb  type:  if  equippe d),  front  side
marker lights, rear turn signal lights, rear side maker lights  and back-up lights
each  consist  of  a  number  of  LEDs.  If  any  of  the  LEDs  burn  out,  take  your
vehicle to your Toyota dealer to have the light replaced.
■ Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight  lens does not
indicate a malfunction. Contact your Toyota dealer for more information in the
following situations:
● Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.
● Water has built up inside the light.
■ When replacing light bulbs
P. 565 

727Alphabetical index
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CleaningAluminum wheels.................. 497
Exterior ................................. 496
Front camera ........................ 291
Hybrid battery (traction 
battery) air intake vent ........ 551
Interior................................... 502
Radar sensor ........................ 290
Seat belts .............................. 503
Water-repellent coating......... 497
Clock ........................................... 98
Adjustment ............................ 103
Coat hooks ............................... 486
Combination meter .................... 98 Clock adjustment .................. 103
Main display .......................... 115
Multi-information display ....... 124
Warning lights and indicators ............................ 107
Condenser ................................ 524
Console box ............................. 462
Consumption screen ....... 165, 172
Coolant ..................................... 522
Capacity ................................ 670
Checking ............................... 522
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 430
Cooling system ........................ 522 Engine overheating ............... 656
Hybrid system overheating ... 658
Cruise control Cruise control........................ 342
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......... 326
Cup holders.............................. 463
Curtain shield airbags ............... 35
Customizable features ............ 690 Daytime running light 
system.................................... 266
Deck board ............................... 467
Defogger Outside rear view
mirrors ........................ 440, 450
Rear window ................. 440, 450
Windshield .................... 440, 450
Dimension ................................ 664
Dinghy towing.......................... 244
Display BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 349
Drive information .................. 126
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......... 326
Energy monitor ..... 127, 165, 172
Head-up display.................... 158
Intuitive parking assist .......... 363
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) .... 316
Main display.......................... 115
Multi-information display ....... 124
Parking Support Brake  function............................... 379
RCTA detection screen ........ 349
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ....... 323
S-APGS (Simple Advanced  Parking Guidance 
System) .............................. 390
Pre-collision warning ............ 297
Trip information..................... 119
Warning messages ............... 603
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 512
Door courtesy lights ............... 458 Location ................................ 458
Wattage ................................ 674D
*: Refer to “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”. 

729Alphabetical index
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Engine....................................... 666Accessory mode ................... 247
Compartment ........................ 518
Engine switch (power switch) ................................ 245
Exhaust gas precautions ........ 54
Hood ..................................... 515
How to start the hybrid  system ......... ....................... 245
Identification number ............ 666
If the hybrid system will  not start .............................. 645
If your vehicle has to be  stopped in an emergency ... 581
Ignition switch (power  switch) ................................ 245
Overheating .......................... 656
Power switch......................... 245
Engine coolant ......................... 522 Capacity ................................ 670
Checking ............................... 522
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 430
Engine oil ................................. 519 Capacity ................................ 668
Checking ............................... 519
Oil pressure warning light ..... 592
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 430
Engine 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 EPS (Electronic Power 
Steering) ................................ 421
Function ................................ 421
Warning light......................... 593
EV drive mode ......................... 252
EV indicator ............................. 129
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 11
Exhaust gas precautions .......... 54
Flat tire ............................. 611, 631
Floor mat .................................... 26
Fluid Brake .................................... 671
Transmission ........................ 671
Washer ................................. 530
Fog lights ................................. 273
Replacing light bulbs ............ 577
Switch ................................... 273
Footwell lights ......................... 458
Front camera............................ 289
Front doors .............................. 185
Front fog lights ........................ 273
Replacing light bulbs ............ 577
Switch ................................... 273
Front passenger occupant  classification system .............. 49
Front passenger’s seat belt  reminder light ........................ 595
Front seat concentrated 
airflow mode 
(S-FLOW) ....................... 438, 448
Front seats ............................... 204
Adjustment............................ 204
Cleaning ............................... 502
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Head restraints ..................... 209
Seat heaters ......................... 456
Front side marker lights ......... 263
Light switch ........................... 263
Replacing light bulbs ............ 571
Wattage ................................ 674
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732Alphabetical index
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Language (multi-information display)................................... 153
LATCH system ........................... 59
Lever Auxiliary catch lever .............. 515
Hood lock release lever ........ 515
Shift lever .............................. 255
Tilt and telescopic steering 
lock release lever ............... 212
Turn signal lever ................... 261
Wiper lever............................ 275
License plate lights ................. 263 Light switch ........................... 263
Replacing light bulbs............. 577
Light AHB (Automatic High Beam) ................................. 268
Door courtesy lights .............. 458
Emergency flashers .............. 580
Fog light switch ..................... 273
Footwell lights ....................... 458
Headlight switch.................... 263
Illuminated entry system ....... 460
Interior lights ................. 459, 460
Interior light list...................... 458
Luggage compartment  light ..................................... 192
Personal lights ...................... 459
Replacing light bulbs............. 568
Shift lever light ...................... 458
Turn signal lever ................... 261
Vanity lights .......................... 473
Wattage ................................ 674
Light bulbs Replacing .............................. 568
Wattage ................................ 674
Load capacity........................... 242
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) ...... 307
Luggage cover ......................... 471 Main display ............................. 115
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance... 512
General maintenance ........... 508
Maintenance data ................. 664
Maintenance requirements ... 505
Malfunction indicator lamp..... 592
Master warning light ............... 603
Meter ........................................... 98 Clock adjustment .................. 103
Combination meter ................. 98
Head-up display.................... 158
Indicators .............................. 107
Instrument cluster light control ................................ 100
Main display.......................... 115
Multi-information display ....... 124
Warning lights ....................... 107
Warning messages ............... 603
Microphone
*1, 2......................... 76
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror .......... 214
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ................... 440, 450
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 216
Vanity mirrors ....................... 473
Moon roof ................................. 223
Door lock linked moon roof operation ............................ 220
Jam protection function ........ 224
Operation .............................. 223
MP3 disc
*1
LM 

733Alphabetical index
PRIUS_OM_OM47E09U_(U)
Multi-information display ........ 124Air conditioning system 
settings screen ................... 146
Audio system-linked  display ................................ 145
Display contents ................... 124
Drive information................... 126
Driving assist system  information.......................... 150
Dynamic radar cruise control  with full-speed range .......... 326
Energy monitor ..................... 127
Intuitive parking assist .......... 363
Language .............................. 153
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) .... 316
Navigation system-linked  display ................................ 145
Parking Support Brake  function ............................... 379
Pre-collision warning............. 297
RCTA detection screen......... 349
RSA (Road Sign Assist)........ 323
S-APGS (Simple Advanced 
Parking Guidance 
System) .............................. 390
Settings display..................... 151
Warning message display..... 150
Navigation system
*2
Noise from under vehicle............ 8
Odometer.................................. 119
Oil Engine oil .............................. 668 Opener
Back door ............................. 191
Fuel filler door ....................... 285
Garage door ......................... 488
Hood ..................................... 515
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 216 Adjustment............................ 216
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 349
Folding .................................. 216
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ................... 440, 450
Outside temperature  display.................................... 116
Overhead console ................... 465
Overheating ............................. 656
P position switch ..................... 256
Panic mode .............................. 181
Parking assist sensors 
Intuitive parking assist .......... 362
Parking Support Brake function............................... 373
S-APGS (Simple Advanced  Parking Guidance 
System) .............................. 386
Parking brake........................... 262
Operation .............................. 262
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 262
Parking lights........................... 263 Light switch ........................... 263
Replacing light bulbs .... 570, 577
Wattage ................................ 674
Parking lock ............................. 256
PCS (Pre-Collision System).... 296 Enabling/disabling the system .......... ...................... 300
Function ................................ 296
Warning light......................... 593
N
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*1: Refer to “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.
*2: Refer to “NAVIGATION S YSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.