2021 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID remote start

6457-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■ When opening the cover of the positive (+) battery terminal
■ Before recharging
When recharging, the 12-volt battery produces hydrogen gas which is flam-
mable and explosive. Therefore, obser ve the following precautions before
recharging:
● If recharging with the 12-volt battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to dis-
connect the ground cable.
● Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and dis-
connecting the charger cables to the 12-volt battery.
■ After recharging/reconnecting the 12-volt battery
● Unlocking the doors using the smart entry & start system may not be possi-
ble immediately after reconnecting the 12-volt battery. If this happens, use
the wireless remote control or the mechanical key to lock/unlock the doors.
● Start the hybrid system with the power switch in ACCESSORY mode. The
hybrid system may not start with the power switch turned off. However, the
hybrid system will operate normally from the second attempt.
● The power switch mode is recorded by the vehicle. If the 12-volt battery is
reconnected, the vehicle will return the power switch mode to the status it
was in before the 12-volt battery was disconnected. Make sure to turn off
the power before disconnect the 12-volt battery. Take extra care when con-
necting the 12-volt battery if the power switch mode prior to discharge is
unknown.
If the system will not start even after multiple attempts at all methods above,
contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
While pushing the portion shown in the
illustration from both sides, lift the end of
the cover up.

6897-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Remove the depleted battery.
When removing the cover, if the
battery cannot be seen due to the
electronic key module attaching to
the upper cover, remove the elec-
tronic key module from the cover
so that the battery is visible as
shown in the illustration.
When removing the battery, use a
screwdriver of an appropriate size.
Insert a new battery with the “+” terminal facing up.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
■Use a CR2032 lithium battery
●Batteries can be purchased at any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer, local electrical appliance shops
or camera stores.
●Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manu-
facturer.
●Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.
■If the electronic key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:
●The smart entry & start system and wireless remote control will not function
properly.
●The operational range will be reduced.
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6907-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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WARNING
■Battery precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
● Do not swallow the battery. Doing so may cause chemical burns.
● A coin battery or button battery is used in the electronic key. If a battery is
swallowed, it may cause severe chemical burns in as little as 2 hours and
may result in death or serious injury.
● Keep away new and removed batteries from children.
● If the cover cannot be firmly closed, stop using the electronic key and stow
the key in the place where children cannot reach, and then contact any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer as soon as possible.
● If you accidentally swallow a battery or put a battery into a part of your
body, get emergency medical attention immediately.
■ To prevent battery explosion or leakage of flammable liquid or gas
● Replace the battery with a new battery of the same type. If a wrong type of
battery is used, it may explode.
● Do not expose batteries to extremely low pressure due to high altitude or
extremely high temperatures.
● Do not burn, break or cut a battery.
■ Certification for the smart entry & start system
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT
TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS
NOTICE
■ For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents:
● Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
● Do not touch or move any other component inside the remote control.
● Do not bend either of the battery terminals.

7518-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If the electronic key does not operate
properly
Use the mechanical key ( P. 279) in order to perform the following
operations:
Locks all the doors
Closes the windows (turn and
hold)*
Unlocks all the doors
Opens the windows (turn and
hold)*
*: This setting must be customized at
any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer. ( P. 782)
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is inter-
rupted ( P. 296) or the electronic key cannot be used because the
battery is depleted, the smart entry & start system and wireless
remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors can be
opened and the hybrid system can be started by following the pro-
cedure below.
Locking and unlocking the doors
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7588-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■When recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery
● In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart
entry & start 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.
● It may be impossible to unlock the charging port lid or locking and unlocking
the charging connector immediately after the 12-volt battery is reconnected.
In this case, carry the electronic key on your person and operate the
charging port lid or charging connector lock switch again.
● 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 this case, the vehicle
cannot be towed without lifting both front wheels because the front wheels
will be locked. ( P. 707)
■ 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 previous one (LN1),
20 hour rate capacity (20HR) is equi valent (45Ah) or greater, and perfor-
mance rating (CCA) is equivalent (295A) or greater.
• If the sizes differ, the 12-volt battery cannot be properly secured.
• If the 20 hour rate capacity is low, even if the time period where 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 any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.

7849-2. Customization
Prius Plug-in Hybrid_OM_OM47D72E_(EE)
■Smart entry & start system and wireless remote control
(P. 283, 293)
■Smart entry & start system (P. 293)
*: If equipped
■
Wireless remote control (P. 283)
■Outside rear view mirrors (P. 350)
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized
setting
Operation signal
(emergency flashers)OnOff–OO
Open door reminder buzzer
(When locking the vehicle)OnOff––O
Time elapsed before the auto-
matic door lock function is
activated if a door is not
opened after being unlocked
30 seconds
60 seconds
––O
120 seconds
123
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized
setting
Smart entry & start system On Off – O O
Number of consecutive door
lock operations
*2 timesAs many as
desired––O
123
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized
setting
Wireless remote control On Off – – O
123
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized
setting
Automatic mirror folding and
extending operationLinked to the
locking/
unlocking of
the doorsOff
––O Linked to
operation of
the power
switch
123

799Alphabetical index
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Antenna
Smart entry & start system.... 293
Anti-lock brake system
(ABS) ...................................... 559
Function ................................ 559
Warning light ......................... 715
Approach warning ................... 461
Armrest ..................................... 613
Assist grips .............................. 614
Audio input
*
Audio system*
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................... 572
Air conditioning filter.............. 681
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 572
Blower customization ............ 576
Eco score (A/C score) ........... 254
Front seat concentrated
airflow mode (S-FLOW)...... 575
Humidity sensor .................... 584
Remote Air Conditioning
System................................ 585
Automatic headlight leveling
system .................................... 389
Automatic light control
system .................................... 388
AUX port
*
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 598
Back door ................................. 288
Back-up light ............................ 695
Replacing light bulbs ............. 696
Wattage................................. 779Battery (12-volt battery) .......... 644
Battery checking ................... 644
Exchanging ........................... 758
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged .......................... 755
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 566
Replacing .............................. 758
Warning light ......................... 714
Battery (traction battery)......... 108
Air intake vent ....................... 109
Charging ............................... 121
Location ................................ 108
Specification ......................... 773
Status indicator ..................... 123
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ....... 473
Blind Spot Monitor function ... 489
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert
function ............................... 493
Bluetooth
®*
Bottle holders .......................... 597
Brake
Fluid ...................................... 778
Parking brake........................ 386
Regenerative braking............ 103
Warning light ......................... 714
Brake assist ............................. 559
Brake Override System ........... 360
Break-in tips ............................. 361
Brightness control
Instrument cluster light
control................................. 206
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 473
Blind Spot Monitor function ... 489
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert
function ............................... 493
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*: Refer to “Navigation system Owner’s manual”.

806Alphabetical index
Prius Plug-in Hybrid_OM_OM47D72E_(EE)
Jack ........................................... 670
Positioning a floor jack .......... 636
Vehicle-equipped jack ........... 670
Jack handle .............................. 670
Jam protection function .......... 353
Keyless entry ........................... 283
Smart entry & start system.... 293
Wireless remote control ........ 283
Keys .......................................... 278
Battery-saving function ......... 295
Electronic key........................ 278
Engine switch ........................ 373
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 751
If you lose your keys ..... 279, 282
Key number plate .................. 278
Keyless entry ........................ 283
Mechanical key ..................... 279
Power switch ......................... 373
Replacing the battery ............ 688
Smart entry & start system.... 293
Warning buzzer ..................... 294
Wireless remote control ........ 278
Knee airbags .............................. 39
Language (multi-information
display) ................................... 260Lever
Auxiliary catch lever .............. 634
Hood lock release lever ........ 634
Shift lever .............................. 379
Tilt and telescopic steering
lock release lever ............... 346
Turn signal lever ................... 385
Wiper lever............................ 398
License plate lights ................. 387
Light switch ........................... 387
Replacing light bulbs............. 700
Light
AHS (Adaptive High-beam
System) .............................. 391
Door courtesy lights .............. 591
Emergency flasher switch ..... 704
Fog light switch ..................... 397
Follow me home system ....... 388
Headlight switch.................... 387
Illuminated entry system ....... 593
Interior lights ................. 592, 593
Interior light list...................... 591
Luggage compartment
light..................................... 289
Personal lights ...................... 592
Replacing light bulbs............. 695
Shift lever light ...................... 591
Turn signal lever ................... 385
Vanity lights .......................... 605
Wattage ................................ 779
Light bulbs
Replacing .............................. 695
Wattage ................................ 779
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) ...... 429
Luggage cover ......................... 603
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