
17Pictorial index
PRIUS_OM_OM47E09U_(U)Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 275
Precautions against winter season  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 430
Precautions against car wash (vehicles with rain-sensing 
windshield wipers) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 498
Replacing the wiper insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  . . . . . . . . .  P. 556
Fuel filler door  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 283
Refueling method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 283
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 667
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 532
Tire size/inflation pressure  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  . . . . . . . . P. 672
Winter tires/tire chain  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  . . . . . . . . . P. 430
Checking/rotation/tire pressur e warning system . . . . . . . . .P. 532
Coping with flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  . . . . . . P. 611, 631
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 515
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 515
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 668
Coping with overheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 656
Headlights/daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 263
Parking lights/front side marker lights/
LED accent lights
*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 263
Fog lights
* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 273
Turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 261
Tail lights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 263
License plate lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 263
Back-up lights
Shifting the shift lever to R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 255
Rear side maker lights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 263
4
5
6
7
Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P. 568, Watts: P. 674)
*: If equipped
8
9
10
11
12
13
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2. Instrument cluster
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle’s
systems.
Warning lights
Warning lightsPages
*1Brake system warning light (U.S.A.) P. 592
*1Brake system warning light (Canada)
(Red)P. 592
*1Brake system warning light 
(Yellow)P. 592
*1Charging system warning light
P. 592
*1Low engine oil pressure warning lightP. 592
*1Malfunction indicator lamp (U.S.A.) P. 592
*1Malfunction indicator lamp (Canada)P. 592
*1SRS warning light P. 593
*1ABS warning light (U.S.A.) P. 593
*1ABS warning light (Canada)P. 593
*1Electric power steering system warning light 
(Red/yellow)P. 593
*1,2PCS warning light (if equipped)
P. 593
LTA indicator (Orange) (if equipped)P. 593
*1Slip indicator light P. 594 

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2
Instrument cluster
■Main display and multi-information display
*: The displayed indicator changes according to the current driving mode.
■
Multi-information display (symbol display*)
*: These symbols are displayed along with a message. Also, the sy mbol dis-
plays  listed  here  are  only  an  example,  and  different  symbols  ma y  be  dis-
played according to the contents of the multi-information displ ay.
Indicators and symbols displayed on the display
IndicatorsPages
EV drive mode indicator P. 252
*“ECO MODE” indicator P. 347
*“PWR MODE” indicatorP. 347
EV Indicator P. 130
Symbol displayPages
Smart key system P. 245
Brake  Override  System/Drive-Start
Control/
Parking  Support  Brake  function  (if
equipped) P. 596
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) (if equipped)P. 320
P. 320
Low engine oil pressure warning 
(Canada only) P. 596 

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4-1. Before driving
NOTICE
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. D oing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
● Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle i s flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the e ngine, hybrid
transmission, etc.
● Lubricant  condition  for  the  bearings  and  suspension  joints  (whe re  possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
If the shift control system is damaged by flooding, it may not  be possible to
shift the shift position to P, or from P to other positions. Wh en the shift posi-
tion  cannot  be  changed  from  P  to  any  other  position,  the  front  wheels  will
lock, and you will be unable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels on the
ground, as the front wheels may be locked. In this case, transp ort the vehi-
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4-6. Driving tips
Winter driving tips
●Use  fluids  that  are  appropriate  t o  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  cha ins  match
the size of the tires.
Perform the following accordi ng to the driving conditions:
● Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is fr ozen.
Pour  warm  water  over  the  frozen  area  to  melt  the  ice.  Wipe  away
the water immediately to p revent 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 ic e 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  ma n-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions. 
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5076-2. Maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
WARNING
■If your vehicle is no t properly maintained
Improper  maintenance  could  result  in  serious  damage  to  the  vehi cle  and
possible serious injury or death.
■ Handling of the 12-volt battery
● Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and a wide variety of  automobile
components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to
cause  cancer  and  birth  defects  and  other  reproductive  harm.  Wor k  in  a
well ventilated area.
● Oils,  fuels  and  fluids  contained  in  vehicles  as  well  as  waste  produced  by
component  wear  contain  or  emit  chemicals  known  to  the  State  of  Califor-
nia  to  cause  cancer  and  birth  defects  or  other  reproductive  har m. Avoid
exposure and wash any affected area immediately.
● 12-volt  battery  posts,  terminals  and  related  accessories  contain  lead  and
lead  compounds  which  are  known  to  cause  brain  damage.  Wash  your
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6-2. Maintenance
General maintenance
Listed  below  are  the  general  maintenance  items  that  should  be
performed  at  the  intervals  specified  in  the  “Owner’s  Warranty
Information  Booklet”  or  “Own er’s  Manual  Supplement/Sched-
uled  Maintenance  Guide”.  It  is   recommended  that  any  problem
you  notice  should  be  brought  to  the  attention  of  your  Toyota
dealer or qualified s ervice shop for advice.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
12-volt batteryCheck the connections.  (P. 524)
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct level? ( P. 528)
Engine/power  control
unit coolantIs  the  engine/power  control  unit  coolant  at  the
correct level? (P. 522)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level? (P. 519)
Exhaust systemThere  should  not  be  any  fumes  or  strange
sounds.
Radiator/condenserThe radiator and condenser should be free from
foreign objects.  (P. 524)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer fluid? (P. 530) 

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6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself  ser vice precautions
If  you  perform  maintenance  by  yourself,  be  sure  to  follow  the
correct procedure as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
12-volt battery 
condition 
(  P.   5 2 4 )•Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level 
( P.   5 2 8 )
• SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1704
or FMVSS No.116 DOT 4 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine/power
control  unit  cool-
ant level 
( P.   5 2 2 )
• “Toyota  Super  Long  Life  Coolant”  or  a  similar  high
quality  ethylene  glycol-based  non-silicate,  non-
amine,  non-nitrite  and  non-borate  coolant  with  long-
life hybrid organic acid technology
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota  Super  Long  Life  Coolant”  is  pre-mixed  with
50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota  Super  Long  Life  Coolant”  is  pre-mixed  with
55% coolant and 45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level
( P.   5 1 9 )• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( P. 563)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Hybrid battery 
(traction battery) 
air intake vent 
( P.   5 5 1 )• Vacuum cleaner, etc.
• Phillips screwdriver
Light bulbs
( P.   5 6 8 )
• Bulb  with  same  number  and  wattage  rating  as  origi-
nal
• Phillips screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver• Wrench
Radiator  and  con-
denser ( P. 524)