2022 TOYOTA PRIUS warning lights

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5736-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
WARNING
■Replacing light bulbs
● Be sure to stop the hybrid system and turn off the lights. Do not attempt to
replace the bulb immediately after turning off the lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
● Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hand s. When it is
unavoidable to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clea n dry cloth
to avoid getting moisture and oils on the bulb.
Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.
● Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headligh t unit. This
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
● Do not attempt to repair or disassemble light bulbs, connectors , electric
circuits or component parts.
Doing so may result in death or serious injury due to electric shock.
■ To prevent damage or fire
● Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
● Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.

5917-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light
(warning buzzer)
*4
Warns the driver and/or front passenger to fasten their
seat belts
 Fasten the seat belt.
If the front passenger’s seat is occupied, the front
passenger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to
make the warning light (warning buzzer) turn off.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights (warning
buzzer)
*5
Warns the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts
 Fasten the seat belt.
Master warning light
A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and
flashes to indicate that the master warning system has
detected a malfunction.
 P. 599
Tire pressure warning light
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure such as
• Natural causes ( P. 5 9 5 )
• Flat tire ( P. 607, 627)
 Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified
level.
The light will turn off after a few minutes. In case
the light does not turn off even if the tire inflation
pressure is adjusted, have the system checked by
your Toyota dealer.
When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute:
Malfunction in t he tire pressure warning system
(  P. 5 9 5 )
 Have the system checked by your Toyota dealer.
(Flashes)
(If equipped)
“AFS OFF” indicator
Indicates a malfunction in the adaptive front-lighting sys-
tem
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

6007-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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The warning lights and warning buzzers operate as follows depending
on the content of the message. If a message indicates the need for
inspection by a dealer, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.
The operation of the warning lights and warning buzzers may dif fer
from those stated. In this case, perform the correction procedu re
according to the displayed message.
*: A buzzer sounds the first time a message is shown on the multi -informa-
tion display.
Messages and warnings
System
warning lightWarning
buzzer
*Warning
Comes onSounds
Indicates an important situation, such
as when a system related to driving is
malfunctioning or that danger may
result if the correction procedure is not
performed
Comes on or flashesSounds
Indicates an important situation, such
as when the systems shown on the
multi-information display may be mal-
functioning
FlashesSounds
Indicates a situation, such as when
damage to the vehicle or danger may
result
Comes onDoes not sound
Indicates a condition, such as mal-
function of electrical components, their
condition, or indicates the need for
maintenance
FlashesDoes not
sound
Indicates a situation, such as when an
operation has been performed incor-
rectly, or indicates how to perform an
operation correctly

6017-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■Warning messages
The warning messages explained below may differ from the actual messages
according to operation conditions and vehicle specifications.
■ System warning lights
The master warning light does not come on or flash in the following cases.
Instead, a separate system warning light will come on along wit h a message
or image shown on the multi-information display.
● “Antilock Brake System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer”:
The ABS warning light comes on. ( P. 589)
● “Braking Power Low Visit Your Dealer”:
The brake system warning light (yellow) will come on. ( P. 588)
● Indicates that a door is not fully closed while the vehicle is stopped.:
The Open door warning light comes on. ( P. 590)
■ If “Visit Your Dealer” is shown
The system or part shown on the multi-information display is malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
■ If a message about an operation is shown
● If a message about an operation of the accelerator pedal or bra ke pedal is
shown
• A warning message about an operation of the brake pedal may be shown
while the driving assist systems such as PCS (Pre-Collision System) (if
equipped) or the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed r ange (if
equipped) is operating. If a warning message is shown, be sure to decel-
erate the vehicle or follow an instruction shown on the multi-i nformation
display.
• A warning message is shown when Brake Override System operates .
(  P. 223, 604)
• A warning message is shown when Drive-Start Control or Parking Sup-
port Brake function (if equipped) operates ( P. 224, 376). Follow the
instructions on the multi-information display.
● If a message about an operation of the power switch is shown
An instruction for operation of the power switch is shown when the incorrect
procedure for starting the hybrid system is performed or the power switch is
operated incorrectly. Follow the instructions shown on the mult i-information
display to operate the power switch again.
● If a message about a shift operation is shown
To prevent the shift position from being selected incorrectly o r the vehicle
from moving unexpectedly, the shift position may be changed aut omatically
( P. 251) or shift operation may be required. In this case, chang e the shift
position following the instructions on the multi-information display.
● If a message or image about an open/close state of a part or replenishment
of a consumable is shown
Confirm the part indicated by the multi-information display or a warning light,
and then perform the coping method such as closing the open doo r or
replenishing a consumable.

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6958-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
■Illumination (P. 4 5 2 )
*: If equipped
■
Seat belt reminder ( P. 593)
■Maintenance system
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Time elapsed before the inte-
rior lights turn off 15 secondsOff
–OO
7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the power
switch is turned offOnOff––O
Operation when the doors are
unlockedOnOff––O
Operation when you approach
the vehicle with the electronic
key on your person
OnOff––O
Footwell lighting*OnOff––O
Interior lights illumination con-
trolOnOff––O
123
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Vehicle speed linked seat belt
reminder buzzerOnOff––O
123
Oil Maintenance
(U.S.A. only)Resetting the message indicating maintenance
is required: P. 502
Tire pressure warning
systemInitializing the tire p ressure warning system:
 P. 530

723Alphabetical index
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CleaningAluminum wheels.................. 493
Exterior ................................. 492
Front camera ........................ 285
Hybrid battery (traction
battery) air intake vent ........ 546
Interior................................... 498
Radar sensor ........................ 284
Seat belts .............................. 499
Water-repellent coating......... 493
Clock ........................................... 98
Adjustment ............................ 103
Coat hooks ............................... 480
Combination meter .................... 98 Clock adjustment .................. 103
Main display .......................... 115
Multi-information display ....... 124
Warning lights and indicators ............................ 107
Condenser ................................ 520
Console box ............................. 456
Consumption screen ....... 165, 170
Coolant ..................................... 518
Capacity ................................ 666
Checking ............................... 518
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 425
Cooling system ........................ 518 Engine overheating ............... 652
Hybrid system overheating ... 654
Cruise control Cruise control........................ 337
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......... 321
Cup holders.............................. 457
Curtain shield airbags ............... 35
Customizable features ............ 686 Daytime running light
system.................................... 260
Deck board ............................... 461
Defogger Outside rear view
mirrors ........................ 434, 444
Rear window ................. 434, 444
Windshield .................... 434, 444
Dimension ................................ 660
Dinghy towing.......................... 238
Display BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 344
Drive information .................. 126
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......... 321
Energy monitor ..... 127, 165, 170
Head-up display.................... 158
Intuitive parking assist .......... 359
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) .... 311
Main display.......................... 115
Multi-information display ....... 124
Parking Support Brake function............................... 376
RCTA detection screen ........ 344
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ....... 318
S-APGS (Simple Advanced Parking Guidance
System) .............................. 385
Pre-collision warning ............ 292
Trip information..................... 119
Warning messages ............... 599
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 508
Door courtesy lights ............... 452 Location ................................ 452
Wattage ................................ 670D
*: Refer to “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Engine....................................... 662Accessory mode ................... 241
Compartment ........................ 514
Engine switch (power switch) ................................ 239
Exhaust gas precautions ........ 54
Hood ..................................... 511
How to start the hybrid system ......... ....................... 239
Identification number ............ 662
If the hybrid system will not start .............................. 641
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 577
Ignition switch (power switch) ................................ 239
Overheating .......................... 652
Power switch......................... 239
Engine coolant ......................... 518 Capacity ................................ 666
Checking ............................... 518
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 425
Engine oil ................................. 515 Capacity ................................ 664
Checking ............................... 515
Oil pressure warning light ..... 588
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 425
Engine switch (power
switch) .................................... 239 Auto power off function ......... 241
Automatic hybrid system shut off feature ........................... 243
Changing the power switch modes................................. 241
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 577
Starting the hybrid system .... 239 EPS (Electric Power
Steering) ................................ 416
Function ................................ 416
Warning light......................... 589
EV drive mode ......................... 246
EV indicator ............................. 129
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 11
Exhaust gas precautions .......... 54
Flat tire ............................. 607, 627
Floor mat .................................... 26
Fluid Brake .................................... 667
Transmission ........................ 667
Washer ................................. 526
Fog lights ................................. 267
Replacing light bulbs ............ 572
Switch ................................... 267
Footwell lights ......................... 452
Front camera............................ 283
Front doors .............................. 181
Front fog lights ........................ 267
Replacing light bulbs ............ 572
Switch ................................... 267
Front passenger occupant classification system .............. 49
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 591
Front seat concentrated
airflow mode
(S-FLOW) ....................... 432, 442
Front seats ............................... 198
Adjustment............................ 198
Cleaning ............................... 498
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Head restraints ..................... 203
Seat heaters ......................... 450
Front side marker lights ......... 257
Light switch ........................... 257
Replacing light bulbs ............ 566
Wattage ................................ 670
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Front turn signal lights ........... 255Replacing light bulbs............. 572
Turn signal lever ................... 255
Fuel ........................................... 671 Capacity ................................ 663
Fuel gauge ............................ 116
Information ............................ 671
Refueling............................... 277
Type ...................................... 663
Warning light ......................... 590
Fuel consumption............ 133, 168
Fuel filler door.......................... 277
Opener .................................. 279
Refueling............................... 277
When the fuel filler door cannot be opened............... 280
Fuses ........................................ 558
Garage door opener ................ 482
Glove box ................................. 456
Hands-free system (for
cellular phone)
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Head restraints ........................ 203
Head-up display ....................... 158
Headlights ................................ 257 AHB (Automatic High Beam) ................................. 262
Headlight aim ................ 561, 713
Light switch ........................... 257
Replacing light bulbs............. 572
Heated steering wheel............. 450
Heaters Automatic air conditioning
system ....... ................. 430, 440
Heated steering wheel .......... 450
Outside rear view mirrors ........................ 434, 444
Seat heaters ......................... 450 High coolant temperature
warning light.......................... 590
High mounted stoplight Replacing.............................. 572
High-voltage components ........ 89
Hill-start assist control ........... 416
Hood ......................................... 511
Hooks
Cargo hooks ......................... 462
Coat hooks ........................... 480
Grocery bag hook ................. 463
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .... 26
Horn .......................................... 206
Hybrid battery (tr action battery)
Air intake vent ......................... 90
Location .................................. 89
Specification ......................... 663
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air intake vent............ 90 Cleaning ............................... 546
Hybrid system............................ 84 Brake Override System ........ 223
Drive-Start Control ................ 224
Emergency shut off system .... 90
Energy monitor/consumption
screen ................ 127, 165, 170
EV drive mode ...................... 246
High voltage components ....... 89
Hybrid System Indicator ....... 129
Hybrid system precautions ..... 89
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 422
If the hybrid system will not start .................................... 641
Overheating .......................... 652
Power switch ........................ 239
Regenerative braking ............. 87
Starting the hybrid system .... 239
Vehicle proximity notification system .......... ..................... ... 85
Hybrid System Indicator ......... 129
Hybrid transmission................ 249
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