2022 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID maintenance

Prius Plug-in Hybrid_OM_OM47E75E_(EE)
Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Plug-in hybrid
systemPlug-in hybrid system features, charging method, etc.
3Instrument
cluster
How to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
4Operation of
each component
Opening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
5DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for driving
6Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
7Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures
8When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
9Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
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7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ..........566
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ...........572
7-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements....................578
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ......................581
Hood ..................................584
Positioning a floor jack .......586
Engine compartment..........587
Tires ...................................600
Tire inflation pressure ........608
Wheels ...............................610
Replacing the tire ...............612
Air conditioning filter ..........624
Wiper insert
replacement .....................628
Electronic key battery ........631
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................634
Light bulbs .........................638
8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 646
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ...................... 647
If the vehicle is submerged
or water on the road
is rising ............................ 648
8-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ..................... 650
If you think something is
wrong .............................. 656
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................ 657
If a warning message is
displayed ......................... 665
If you have a flat tire .......... 673
If the hybrid system will
not start ........................... 691
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........ 693
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ...................... 697
If your vehicle
overheats ........................ 703
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................ 708
7Maintenance and care8When trouble arises

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Prius Plug-in Hybrid_OM_OM47E75E_(EE)9-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)...........712
Fuel information .................722
9-2. Customization
Customizable features .......724
9-3. Initialization
Items to initialize ................734
What to do if...
(Troubleshooting) .....................736
Alphabetical index ......................740
9Vehicle specifications
Index
For information regarding the equipment listed below, refer to the
“Navigation system Owner’s manual”.
• Navigation system
• Audio/visual system
• Panoramic view monitor• Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)
• Toyota parking assist monitor
Toyota Motor Europe NV/SA, Avenue du Bourget 60 - 1140
Brussels, Belgium www.toyota-europe.com

741-3. Theft deterrent system
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Immobilizer system
The indicator light flashes after
the power switch has been turned
off to indicate that the system is
operating.
The indicator light stops flashing
after the power switch has been
turned to ACCESSORY or ON
mode to indicate that the system
has been canceled.
Q System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type immobilizer system.
Q Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
O If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
O If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key registered to the security
system (key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicl e
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent
the hybrid system from starting if a key has not been previousl y
registered in the vehicle’s on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehi -
cle.
This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does not
guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.
NOTICE
Q To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper
operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

771-3. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
QSystem maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.
Q Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft , make sure of
the following.
O Nobody is in the vehicle.
O The side windows are closed before the alarm is set.
O No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
Q Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations:
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
O The doors are unlocked using the
mechanical key.
O A person inside the vehicle opens a door
or hood, or unlocks the vehicle using an
inside lock button.
O The 12-volt battery is recharged or
replaced when the vehicle is locked.
( P. 697)

962-1. Plug-in hybrid system
Prius Plug-in Hybrid_OM_OM47E75E_(EE)QSounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
There may be no engine sound or vibration even though the vehicle is able to
move with the “READY” indicator is illuminated. For safety, apply the parking
brake and make sure to shift the shift position to P when parked.
The following sounds or vibrations may occur when the hybrid system is
operating and are not a malfunction.
OMotor sounds may be heard from the engine compartment.
OSounds may be heard from the hybrid battery (traction battery) when the
hybrid system starts or stops.
ORelay operating sounds such as a snap or soft clank will be emitted from the
hybrid battery (traction battery), behind the rear seats, when the hybrid sys-
tem is started or stopped.
OSounds from the hybrid system may be heard when the back door is open.
OSounds may be heard from the transmission when the gasoline engine
starts or stops, when driving at low speeds, or during idling.
OEngine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply.
OSounds may be heard due to regenerative braking when the brake pedal is
depressed or as the accelerator pedal is released.
OVibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops.
OCooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vents. (P. 99)
QVehicle proximity notification system
In the following cases, the vehicle proximity notification system may be diffi-
cult for surrounding people to hear.
OIn very noisy areas
OIn the wind or the rain
Also, as the vehicle proximity notification system is installed on the front of
the vehicle, it may be more difficult to hear from the rear of the vehicle com-
pared to the front.
QWhen “Proximity Notification System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer” is
displayed on the multi-information display
The vehicle proximity notification system may be malfunctioning. Have the
vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
QMaintenance, repair, recycling, and disposal
Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer regarding maintenance, repair, recycling and disposal. Do
not dispose of the vehicle yourself.

2023. Instrument cluster
Prius Plug-in Hybrid_OM_OM47E75E_(EE)
QThe meters and display illuminate when
The power switch is in ON mode.
QAdjusting the instrument cluster brightness (P. 196)
OThe brightness levels that can be selected differ depending on whether the
tail lights are on and surrounding brightness levels, as shown in the table
below.
*: 22 levels of the brightness are displayed on the setting screen. However,
the brightness setting will be the brightest when other than 1st level (the
darkest) is selected. If other than 1st or 22nd level is selected, when the
tail lights are turned on in a dark place, the instrument cluster brightness
setting will be the selected level.
OIf the taillights are illuminated in a dark environment, the instrument cluster
light dims. However, when the brightness of the instrument cluster is set to
minimum or maximum (1st or 22nd level of the instrument cluster bright-
ness), even if the taillights are illuminated, the instrument cluster light will
not dim.
QWhen disconnecting and reconnecting 12-volt battery terminals
The settings of the clock will be reset.
QCalendar setting
OUntil the calendar setting is completed, the check screen is displayed every
time the power switch is turned to ON mode.
OAfter the calendar information is set, it can be changed in the “Meter Custo-
mize” settings. (P. 250)
The tail lights are offThe tail lights are on
In a bright place2 levels*2 levels*
In a dark place22 levels
If calendar recording is interrupted due to
replacement of the 12-volt battery or 12-
volt battery discharge, etc., when the
power switch is turned to ON mode after
maintenance, the calendar setting check
screen is automatically displayed on the
multi-information display.
OIf date information is not set, the electric-
ity and fuel consumption record cannot
be stored correctly. Also, the charging
schedule function can not operate prop-
erly. When the calendar setting check
screen is displayed, make sure to com-
plete the calendar setting. (P. 247)

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7Maintenance and care
Prius Plug-in Hybrid_OM_OM47E75E_(EE)7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior .......... 566
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ........... 572
7-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements.................... 578
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ...................... 581
Hood .................................. 584
Positioning a floor jack ....... 586
Engine compartment.......... 587
Tires ................................... 600
Tire inflation pressure ........ 608
Wheels ............................... 610
Replacing the tire ............... 612
Air conditioning filter .......... 624
Wiper insert
replacement ..................... 628
Electronic key battery ........ 631
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................ 634
Light bulbs ......................... 638