2022 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID Owners Manual

6237-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
WARNING
QAfter using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely i n place in their
storage location to reduce the possibility of personal injury d uring a collision
or sudden braking.
NOTICE
Q When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyo ta authorized
repairer, or any reliable repaire r as the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter may be damaged if not handled correctly.
Q Handling the decorative resin parts (for vehicles equipped with 17-inch
wheels)
 P. 570

6247-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Air conditioning filter
Turn the power switch off.
Confirm that the charging connector is not connected. Also, do not use the
Remote Air Conditioning System during the procedure.
Open the front passenger’s door.
By keeping the door open, unexpected operation of the Remote Air Condi-
tioning System can be prevent. (P. 536)
Open the glove box and slide
off the damper.
Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the claws,
and then slowly and fully open
the glove box while supporting
it.
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain
air conditioning efficiency.
Replacing the air conditioning filter
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6257-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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With the glove box fully open,
slightly lift up the glove box and
pull toward the seat to detach
the bottom of the glove box.
Do not use excessive force if the
glove box does not detach when
lightly pulled. Instead, pull toward
the seat while slightly adjusting the
height of the glove box.
Remove the filter cover.
Unlock the filter cover.
Move the filter cover in the direction of the arrow, and then p ull it
out of the claws.
Remove the filter case.
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Left-hand drive vehiclesRight-hand drive vehicles
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6267-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Remove the air conditioning fil-
ter from the filter case and
replace it with a new one.
The “ UP” marks shown on the fil-
ter should be pointing up.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
Q Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to th e maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, earl y replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the
“Toyota Service Booklet” or “Toyota Warranty Booklet”.)
Q If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if nece ssary.
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WARNING
QWhen replacing the air conditioning filter
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in the air
conditioning system operating dur ing the procedure, possibly resulting in
injury.
O Check that the charging connector is not connected
The air conditioning may operate due to the “Climate Prep” ( P. 166) or
“Traction Battery Cooler” ( P. 145) setting. (if equipped)
O Do not use the Remote Air Conditioning System
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6277-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
NOTICE
QWhen using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditi oning system without a filter may cause damage to the
system.
Q When removing the glove box
Always follow the specified procedure to remove the glove box ( P. 624). If
the glove box is removed without following the specified proced ure, the
hinge of the glove box may become damaged.
Q To prevent damage to the filter cover
When moving the filter cover in the direc-
tion of arrow to release the fitting, pay
attention not to apply excessive force to
the claws. Otherwise, the claws may be
damaged.
Left-hand drive vehicles
Right-hand drive vehicles

6287-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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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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6297-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Pull the wiper insert until it pro-
trudes from the slit on the back
of the wiper blade.
Pull out the end of the wiper
insert from the slit, and then pull
out the rest of the wiper insert.
When installing a new wiper
insert, perform the procedure in
reverse.
After installation, check that the
end of the wiper insert is installed
all the way to the end of the cap.
Wiper insert replacement
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6307-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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QWiper blade and wiper insert handling
Improper handling may result in damage to the wiper blades or w iper insert. If
you have any concerns about replacing the wiper blades or wiper insert your-
self, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authoriz ed repairer, or
any reliable repairer.
Q Wiper blade cap
The cap cannot be removed, as it is integrated with the front w iper blade.
NOTICE
QTo prevent damage
O Be careful not to damage the claws when replacing the wipers.
O After the wiper blade is removed from the wiper arm, place a cloth, etc.,
between the windshield and wiper arm to prevent damage to the w ind-
shield.
O Be sure not to pull excessively on the wiper insert.