2022 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID lock

6287-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Prius Plug-in Hybrid_OM_OM47E75E_(EE)
Wiper insert replacement
While securely supporting the
wiper blade connection by
hand, press the lock knob to
release the lock, and then pull
out the wiper blade.
Align the wiper blade with the
connecting portion of the wiper
arm, and then slide it in the
direction it was removed from.
After installing the wiper blade,
check that the connection is
locked.
When replacing the wiper insert, perform the following proce-
dure.
Windshield wiper blade removal and installation
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Maintenance and care
Electronic key batter y
OFlathead screwdriver
OLithium battery CR2032
Release the lock and take out
the mechanical key.
Remove the cover.
Use a screwdriver of an appropri-
ate size. Forcedly prying may
cause the cover damaged.
To prevent damage to the key,
cover the tip of the screwdriver with
a rag.
Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.
You will need the following items:
Replacing the battery
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Maintenance and care
Left side instrument panel (left-hand drive vehicles)
Remove the lid.
Make sure to press the claw
during removal or installation.
Left side instrument panel (right-hand drive vehicles)
Push the tab in and remove
the cover.
Unplug the connector while
pressing the lock release.
Remove the lid.
Make sure to press the claw
during removal or installation.
Remove the fuse.
Only type A fuse can be
removed using the pullout tool.
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Maintenance and care
QBack-up lights
Remove the 2 clips that secure the lower portion of the cover a t
the back of the rear tire.
Pull out the center portion of
the clip to unlock using a flat-
head screwdriver, and then
pull it to remove.
Remove the 3 clips that secure the upper portion of the cover.
Turn the clip counterclockwise to remove.
Pull out the center portion of the clip to unlock using a flath ead
screwdriver, and then pull it to remove.
Pull out the center portion of the clip to unlock using a flath ead
screwdriver, and then pull it to remove.
Replacing light bulbs
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Remove the cover end and
pull the cover toward the
front of the vehicle to make a
gap between the cover and
rear bumper.
Remove the clip inside of the cover, and remove the cover.
Pull out the center portion of
the clip to unlock using a flat-
head screwdriver, and then
pull it to remove.
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise, and then remove
the light bulb.
To remove the light bulb, insert a
hand from the gap between the
rear tire and rear bumper.
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Maintenance and care
Install a new light bulb then
install the bulb base to the
light unit by inserting it and
turning the bulb base clock-
wise.
Reinstall the cover to the its original position, and attach the clip
inside of the cover.
Attach the clip on the cover,
then press the center portion
of the clip to lock.
Reinsert the cover end to the
rear bumper.
Make sure to secure the 2 tabs
on the cover end.
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Reinsert the 3 clips to the upper portion of the cover.
Turn the clip clockwise to lock.
Attach the clip on the cover, and then press the center portion
of the clip to lock.
Attach the clip on the cover, and then press the center portion
of the clip to lock.
Reinsert the 2 clips to the lower portion of the cover.
Attach the clip on the cover,
and then press the center
portion of the clip to lock.
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6447-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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WARNING
QReplacing light bulbs
O 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.
O Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. 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 c rack.
O 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 light un it. This may
damage the back-up lights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
O 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.
O Do not replace the right-hand back-up light immediately after the vehicle
has been driven.
After the vehicle has been driven the exhaust pipe will be extr emely hot,
and touching the exhaust pipe may result in burns.
O Use gloves and other protection to prevent injuries on vehicle parts.
There is the danger of being injured on the edges of parts.
Q To prevent damage or fire
O Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
O Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.