2022 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID steering

5125-5. Using the driving support systems
Prius Plug-in Hybrid_OM_OM47E75E_(EE)QOperating conditions of hill-start assist control
When the following four conditions are met, the hill-start assist control will
operate:
OThe shift position is in a position other than P or N (when starting off forward/
backward on an upward incline)
OThe vehicle is stopped
OThe accelerator pedal is not depressed
OThe parking brake is not engaged
QAutomatic system cancelation of hill-start assist control
The hill-start assist control will turn off in any of the following situations:
OShift the shift position to P or N
OThe accelerator pedal is depressed
OThe parking brake is engaged
ONo more than 2 seconds have elapsed after the brake pedal is released.
QSounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, VSC, TRC and
hill-start assist control systems
OA sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the brake pedal
is depressed repeatedly, when the hybrid system is started or just after the
vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate that a malfunction has
occurred in any of these systems.
OAny of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are
operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard also after the vehicle comes to a stop.
QECB operating sound
ECB operating sound may be heard in the following cases, but it does not
indicate that a malfunction has occurred.
OOperating sound heard from the engine compartment when the brake pedal
is operated.
OMotor sound of the brake system heard from the front part of the vehicle
when the driver’s door is opened.
OOperating sound heard from the engine compartment when one or two min-
utes passed after the stop of the hybrid system.
QEPS operation sound
When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be
heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.

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Driving
QAutomatic reactivation of TRC and VSC systems
After turning the TRC and VSC systems off, the systems will be automatically
re-enabled in the following situations:
OWhen the power switch is turned off
OIf only the TRC system is turned off, the TRC will turn on when vehicle
speed increases
If both the TRC and VSC systems are turned off, automatic re-enabling will
not occur when vehicle speed increases.
QReduced effectiveness of the EPS system
The effectiveness of the EPS system is reduced to prevent the system from
overheating when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of
time. The steering wheel may feel heavy as a result. Should this occur, refrain
from excessive steering input or stop the vehicle and turn the hybrid system
off. The EPS system should return to normal within 10 minutes.
QElectric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
P. 658
QOperating conditions of emergency brake signal
When the following conditions are met, the emergency brake signal will oper-
ate:
OThe emergency flashers are off.
OActual vehicle speed is over 55 km/h (35 mph).
OThe system judges from the vehicle deceleration that this is a sudden brak-
ing operation.
QAutomatic system cancelation of emergency brake signal
The emergency brake signal will be canceled in any of the following situa-
tions:
OThe emergency flashers are turned on.
OThe system judges from the vehicle deceleration that is not a sudden brak-
ing operation.

5195-6. Driving tips
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Driving
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WARNING
QDriving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of acciden ts.
Failure to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and ca use death or
serious injury.
O Use tires of the specified size.
O Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
O Do not drive at speeds in excess of the speed limit or the speed limit spec-
ified for the snow tires being used.
O Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.
Q Driving with tire chains
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of acciden ts.
Failure to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be d riven safely,
and may cause death or serious injury.
O Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being
used, or 50 km/h (30 mph), whichever is lower.
O Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
O Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting
operations that cause sudden engine braking.
O Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle con-
trol is maintained.
O Do not use LTA (Lane Tracing Assist).
Q When parking the vehicle
When parking the vehicle without applying the parking brake, ma ke sure to
chock the wheels. If you do not chock the wheels, the vehicle m ay move
unexpectedly, possibly resulting in an accident.
NOTICE
Q Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs or replacement of snow tires from any authorize d Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repaire r or legitimate
tire retailers.
This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affect s the opera-
tion of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
Q Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not funct ion correctly
when tire chains are fitted.

5717-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
NOTICE
QWhen using a high pressure car wash
O When washing the vehicle, do not spray the camera or its surrounding
area directly with a high pressure washer. Shock applied from h igh pres-
sure water may cause the device to not operate normally.
O Do not spray water directly on the radar which is equipped behind the
emblem. Otherwise it may cause the device to be damaged.
O Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots (rubber or resin manufactured
cover), connectors or the following parts. The parts may be dam aged if
they come into contact with high-pressure water.
• Traction related parts
• Steering parts
• Suspension parts
• Brake parts
O Keep the cleaning nozzle at least 30 cm (11.9 in.) away from the vehicle
body. Otherwise resin section, such as moldings and bumpers, ma y be
deformed and damaged. Also, do not continuously hold the nozzle in the
same place.
O Do not spray the lower part of the windshield continuously. If water enters
the air conditioning system intake located near the lower part of the wind-
shield, the air conditioning system may not operate correctly.
O Do not wash the underside of the vehicle using a high pressure car
washer.
O Do not use the washer on the area around the charging port lid. Water
could get into the charging inlet and could damage the vehicle.
Q When raising the windshield wiper arms
Make sure to hold the hook parts of the
wiper arms to raise them.
Do not hold only the wiper blades when
raising them, or it may cause deformation
of the wiper blades.
Hook parts

6478-1. Essential information
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When trouble arises
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency
Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly depr ess it.
Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the effort
required to slow the vehicle.
Shift the shift position to N.
If the shift position is shifted to N
After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the roa d.
Stop the hybrid system.
If the shift position cannot be shifted to N
Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicl e
speed as much as possible.
To stop the hybrid system,
press and hold the power
switch for 2 consecutive sec-
onds or more, or press it briefly
3 times or more in succession.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop
the vehicle in the normal way, stop the vehicle using the follo w-
ing procedure:
1
2
3
4
3
Press and hold for 2 seconds or
more, or press briefly 3 times or
more
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WARNING
Q If the hybrid system has to be turned off while driving
Power assist for the steering wheel will be lost, making the st eering wheel
heavier to turn. Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the hybrid
system.
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6518-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
When using a flatbed truck to transport the vehicle, use tire strapping
belts. Refer to the owner’s manual of the flatbed truck for the tire
strapping method.
In order to suppress vehicle movement during transportation, se t the
parking brake and turn the power switch off.
If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle m ay be
temporarily towed using cables or chains secured to the emergen cy
towing eyelets. This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads
for short distances at under 30 km/h (18 mph).
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes . The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck
From the frontFrom the rear
Release the parking brake. Use a towing dolly under the
front wheels.
Using a flatbed truck
Emergency towing

6538-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Shift the shift position to N* and release the parking brake.
*: If the shift position cannot be changed or the current shift position can
not be confirmed, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toy ota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer or commercial tow ing ser-
vice before towing.
Q While towing
If the hybrid system is off, the power assist for the brakes an d steering will not
function, making steering and braking more difficult.
Q Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is installed in luggage compartment. ( P. 6 1 3 )
Q Towing eyelet installation hole on the rear of the vehicle
The hole is equipped for fastening the
vehicle while shipping. The towing eyelet
installed in this hole cannot be used for
towing another vehicle.
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6588-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Low engine oil pressure warning light
(warning buzzer)*2
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The hybrid system;
• The electronic engine control system; or
• The electronic throttle control system
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
(Red/yellow)
Electric power steering system warning light (warning
buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
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