2021 TOYOTA PRIUS tow

6167-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Pull up the handle to open the
deck board.
Secure the deck board using
the grocery bag hooks.
( P. 469)
Take out the emergency t ire puncture repair kit.
2WD models: If the luggage cover (if equipped) is stowed, turn over the
tonneau cover to take out the emergency tire puncture repair ki t.
Taking out the emergency tire puncture repair kit
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2WD modelsAWD models

6337-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Vehicles with full-size spare tire
Jack handle
Wheel nut wrench
Spare tireTowing eyelet
Jack1
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6367-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Open and secure the deck board. (P. 6 3 5 )
Remove the tray.
Vehicles with compact spare tire: If the luggage cover is stowe d
(  P. 472), remove both the tray and luggage cover.
Loosen the center fastener that
secures the spare tire.
Taking out the spare tire
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2
Vehicles with compact spare
tireVehicles with full-size spare
tire
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WARNING
■When storing the spare tire
Be careful not to catch fingers or other body parts between the spare
tire and the body of the vehicle.

6417-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Lower the vehicle.
Firmly tighten each wheel nut
two or three times in the order
shown in the illustration.
Tightening torque:
76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
For vehicles with the wheel
ornament: When reinstalling an
original wheel or installing a full-
size spare tire, reinstall the
wheel ornament.
*
Align the cutout of the wheel
ornament with the valve stem as
shown.
*: The wheel ornament cannot be
installed on the compact spare
tire.
Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools.
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6537-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■When recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery
●In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart
key system when the 12-volt battery is discharged. Use the wire less remote
control or the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.
● The hybrid system may not start on the first attempt after the 12-volt battery
has recharged but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a
malfunction.
● The power switch mode is memorized by the vehicle. When the 12- volt bat-
tery is reconnected, the system will return to the mode it was in before the
12-volt battery was discharged. Before disconnecting the 12-volt battery,
turn the power switch off.
If you are unsure what mode the power switch was in before the 12-volt bat-
tery discharged, be especially careful when reconnecting the 12 -volt battery.
● If the 12-volt battery discharges while the shift position is in P, it may not be
possible to shift the shift position to other positions. In thi s case, the vehicle
cannot be towed without lifting both front wheels because the f ront wheels
will be locked. ( P. 584)
■ When replacing the 12-volt battery
●Use a 12-volt battery that conforms to European regulations.
● Use a 12-volt battery that the case size is same as the previou s one (LN1),
20 hour rate capacity (20HR) is equivalent (45Ah) or greater, and perfor-
mance rating (CCA) is equivalent (295A) or greater.
• If the sizes differ, the 12-volt battery cannot be properly se cured.
• If the 20 hour rate capacity is low, even if the time period w here the vehi-
cle is not used is a short time, the 12-volt battery may discharge and the
hybrid system may not be able to start.
● For details, consult your Toyota dealer.

6627-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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WARNING
■When attempting to f ree a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, ma ke sure the
surrounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, obj ects or people.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■ When changing the shift position
Be careful not to change the shift position with the accelerato r pedal
depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle t hat may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■ To avoid damage to the hybrid transmission and other components
● Avoid spinning the front wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal
more than necessary.
● If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are pe rformed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.

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”.

728Alphabetical index
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DoorsAutomatic door locking and
unlocking system ................ 188
Back door.............................. 191
Door glasses ......................... 218
Door lock............................... 185
Open door warning buzzer ... 189
Open door warning light........ 594
Outside rear view mirrors...... 216
Rear door child-protectors .... 188
Side doors............................. 185
Side windows ........................ 218
Drive information ..................... 126
Drive-Start Control .................. 230
Driver’s seat belt reminder light......................................... 595
Driving ...................................... 228
Break-in tips .......................... 230
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Driving in the rain .................. 229
Driving mode select switch ... 347
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 427
Procedures ........................... 228
Winter drive tips .................... 430
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ............ 326
ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake System) .... 420
Eco drive mode ........................ 347
EDR (Event data recorder) ........ 11
Electric motor (traction motor) Location .................................. 84
Specification ......................... 667 Electric Power Steering
(EPS) ...................................... 421
Function ................................ 421
Warning light......................... 593
Electronic key .......................... 180
Battery-saving function ......... 198
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 647
Replacing the battery............ 560
Electronically Controlled Brake System (ECB) ............. 420
Emergency flashers ................ 580
Emergency tire puncture repair kit ................................. 613
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds... 592
If a warning light turns on ..... 592
If a warning message is displayed ............................ 603
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged.......................... 650
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 647
If the hybrid system will not start .............................. 645
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 661
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water ......................... 582
If you have a flat tire ..... 611, 631
If you lose your keys ..... 181, 184
If you think something is wrong .............................. 591
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 581
If your vehicle needs to be
towed.................................. 584
If your vehicle overheats....... 656
Energy monitor ........ 127, 165, 172
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