2022 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID tires

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WARNING
QWhen to disable the pre-collision system
In the following situations, disable the system, as it may not operate prop-
erly, possibly leading to an accident resulting in death or ser ious injury:
O When the vehicle is being towed
O When your vehicle is towing another vehicle
O When transporting the vehicle via truck, boat, train or similar means of
transportation
O When the vehicle is raised on a lift with the hybrid system on and the tires
are allowed to rotate freely
O When inspecting the vehicle using a drum tester such as a chassis
dynamometer or speedometer tester, or when using an on vehicle wheel
balancer
O When a strong impact is applied to the front bumper or front grille, due to
an accident or other reasons
O If the vehicle cannot be driven in a stable manner, such as when the vehi-
cle has been in an accident or is malfunctioning
O When the vehicle is driven in a sporty manner or off-road
O When the tires are not properly inflated
O When the tires are very worn
O When tires of a size other than specified are installed
O When tire chains are installed
O When a compact spare tire or an emergency tire puncture repair kit is used
O If equipment (snow plow, etc.) that may obstruct the radar sensor or front
camera is temporarily installed to the vehicle

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Prius Plug-in Hybrid_OM_OM47E75E_(EE)• While driving on a curve and for a few seconds after driving on a curve
• If your vehicle is skidding
• If the wheels are misaligned
• If a wiper blade is blocking the front camera
• The vehicle is being driven at extremely high speeds
• When driving on a hill
• If the radar sensor or front camera is misaligned
OIn some situations such as the following, sufficient braking force may not be
obtained, preventing the system from performing properly:
• If the braking functions cannot operate to their full extent, such as when
the brake parts are extremely cold, extremely hot, or wet
• If the vehicle is not properly maintained (brakes or tires are excessively
worn, improper tire inflation pressure, etc.)
• When the vehicle is being driven on a gravel road or other slippery sur-
face
QIf VSC is disabled
OIf VSC is disabled (P. 511), the pre-collision brake assist and pre-collision
braking functions are also disabled.
OThe PCS warning light will turn on and “VSC Turned Off Pre-Collision Brake
System Unavailable” will be displayed on the multi-information display. • If the front of the vehicle is raised or
lowered

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WARNING
QBefore using LTA system
O Do not rely solely upon the LTA system. The LTA system does not auto-
matically drive the vehicle or reduce the amount of attention t hat must be
paid to the area in front of the vehicle. The driver must always assume full
responsibility for driving safely by paying careful attention t o the surround-
ing conditions and operating the steering wheel to correct the path of the
vehicle. Also, the driver must take adequate breaks when fatigu ed, such
as from driving for a long period of time.
O Failure to perform appropriate driving operations and pay careful attention
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
O When not using the LTA system, use the LTA switch to turn the system off.
Q Situations unsuitable for LTA system
In the following situations, use the LTA switch to turn the sys tem off. Failure
to do so may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
O Vehicle is driven on a road surface which is slippery due to rainy weather,
fallen snow, freezing, etc.
O Vehicle is driven on a snow-covered road.
O White (yellow) lines are difficult to see due to rain, snow, fog, dust, etc.
O Vehicle is driven in a temporary lane or restricted lane due to construction
work.
O Vehicle is driven in a construction zone.
O A spare tire, tire chains, etc. are equipped.
O When the tires have been excessively worn, or when the tire inflation pres-
sure is low.
O During emergency towing.
Q Preventing LTA system malfunctions and operations performed by
mistake
O Do not modify the headlights or place stickers, etc. on the surface of the
lights.
O Do not modify the suspension etc. If the suspension etc. needs to be
replaced, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota auth orized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
O Do not install or place anything on the hood or grille. Also, do not install a
grille guard (bull bars, kangaroo bar, etc.).
O If your windshield needs repairs, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

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OThe vehicle is driven in an area where the brightness changes suddenly,
such as at the entrances and exits of tunnels, etc.
O Light from the headlights of an oncoming vehicle, the sun, etc. enters the
camera.
O The vehicle is driven on a slope.
O The vehicle is driven on a road which tilts left or right, or a winding road.
O The vehicle is driven on an unpaved or rough road.
O The traffic lane is excessively narrow or wide.
O The vehicle is extremely tilted due to carrying heavy luggage or having
improper tire pressure.
O The distance to the preceding vehicle is extremely short.
O The vehicle is moving up and down a large amount due to road conditions
during driving (poor roads or road seams).
O When driving in a tunnel or at night with the headlights off or when a head-
light is dim due to its lens being dirty or it being misaligned .
O The vehicle is struck by a crosswind.
O The vehicle is affected by wind from a vehicle driven in a nearby lane.
O The vehicle has just changed lanes or crossed an intersection.
O Tires which differ by structure, manufacturer, brand or tread pattern are
used.
O When tires of a size other than specified are installed.
O Snow tires, etc. are equipped.
O The vehicle is being driven at extremely high speeds.

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Prius Plug-in Hybrid_OM_OM47E75E_(EE)OInstances of the Blind Spot Monitor function unnecessarily detecting a vehi-
cle and/or object may increase in the following situations:
• When the sensor is misaligned due to a strong impact to the sensor or its
surrounding area
• When the distance between your vehicle and a guardrail, wall, etc. that
enters the detection area is short
• When driving up and down consecutive steep inclines, such as hills, dips
in the road, etc.
• When vehicle lanes are narrow, or when driving on the edge of a lane,
and a vehicle traveling in a lane other than the adjacent lanes enters the
detection area
• When driving on roads with sharp bends, consecutive curves, or uneven
surfaces
• When the tires are slipping or spinning
• When the distance between your vehicle and a following vehicle is short
• When a bicycle carrier or other accessory is installed to the rear of the
vehicle

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QSituations in which the system may not operate properly
The Rear Crossing Traffic Alert function may not detect vehicle s correctly in
the following situations:
O When the sensor is misaligned due to a strong impact to the sensor or its
surrounding area
O When mud, snow, ice, a sticker, etc. is covering the sensor or surrounding
area on the position above the rear bumper
O When driving on a road surface that is wet with standing water during bad
weather, such as heavy rain, snow, or fog
O When multiple vehicles are approaching with only a small gap between
each vehicle
O When a vehicle is approaching at high speed
O When equipment that may obstruct a sensor is installed, such as a towing
eyelet, bumper protector (an additional trim strip, etc.), bicy cle carrier, or
snow plow
O When towing a trailer
O When there is a significant difference in height between your vehicle and the
vehicle that enters the detection area
O When a sensor or the area around a sensor is extremely hot or cold
O If the suspension has been modified or tires of a size other than specified
are installed
O When backing up on a slope with a
sharp change in grade
O When backing out of a sharp angle park-
ing spot

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OWhen there are spinning objects near your vehicle such as the fan of an air
conditioning unit
O When water is splashed or sprayed toward the rear bumper, such as from a
sprinkler
O Moving objects (flags, exhaust fumes, large rain droplets or snowflakes, rain
water on the road surface, etc.)
O When the distance between your vehicle and a guardrail, wall, etc., that
enters the detection area is short
O Gratings and gutters
O When a sensor or the area around a sensor is extremely hot or cold
O If the suspension has been modified or tires of a size other than specified
are installed
O If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered due to the carried load
O When a vehicle passes by the side of
your vehicle
O When a detected vehicle turns while
approaching the vehicle

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O When tire chains, a compact spare tire or an emergency tire puncture repair
kit are used.
O On an extremely bumpy road, on an
incline, on gravel, or on grass
WARNING
Q Cautions regarding the use of the system
There is a limit to the degree of recognition accuracy and cont rol perfor-
mance that this system can provide, do not overly rely on this system. The
driver is always responsible for paying attention to the vehicl e’s surround-
ings and driving safely.
Q To ensure the system can operate properly
Observe the following precautions to avoid an unexpected accide nt.
O Do not damage the sensors, and always keep them clean.
O Do not attach a sticker or install an electronic component, such as a backlit
license plate (especially fluorescent type), fog lights, fender pole or wire-
less antenna near a radar sensor.
O Do not subject the surrounding area of the sensor to a strong impact. If
subjected to an impact, have the vehicle inspected by any autho rized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. If the
front or rear bumper needs to be removed/installed or replaced, contact
any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, o r any reliable
repairer.
O Do not modify, disassemble or paint the sensors.
O Do not attach a license plate cover.
O Keep your tires properly inflated.
Q When to disable the function
In the following situations, disable the function as it may ope rate even
though there is no possibility of a collision.
O Failing to observe the warnings above.
O A non-genuine Toyota suspension (lowered suspension, etc.) is installed.