2023 TOYOTA PRIUS traction control

5086-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Do-it-yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the
correct procedure as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
12-volt battery
condition
(P. 521)• Warm water • Baking soda • Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
• Distilled water
Engine/power
control unit
coolant level
(P. 518)• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high
quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate coolant with long-
life hybrid organic acid technology
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level
(P. 515)• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (P. 5 5 7 )• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Hybrid battery
(traction battery)
air intake vent
(P. 545)• Vacuum cleaner, etc.
• Phillips screwdriver
Light bulbs
(P. 561)
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as origi-
nal
• Phillips screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
• Wrench
Radiator and
condenser
(P. 520)
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Tire inflation
pressure
(P. 537)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(P. 526)• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for win-
ter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

5977-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■If the shift position cannot be changed or the power switch is turned to
ACCESSORY mode even if trying to turn the power switch off when a
warning message is shown
If the 12-volt battery is discharged or the shift control system is malfunction-
ing, the followings may occur.
● The shift position may not be changed to P.
When parking, stop the vehicle on level ground and apply the parking brake
firmly.
● The hybrid system may not start.
● The power switch may be turned to ACCESSORY mode even if trying to
turn the power switch off.
In this case, the power switch may be turned off after applying the parking
brake.
● The automatic P position selection function (P. 256) may not operate.
Before turning the power switch off, be sure to press the P position switch
and check that the shift position is in P by the shift position indicator or P
position switch indicator.
■ Warning buzzer
 P. 587
NOTICE
■If “Maintenance Required for Traction Battery at Your Dealer” is shown
The hybrid battery (traction battery) is scheduled to be inspected or
replaced. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.
● Continuing to drive the vehicle without having the hybrid battery (traction
battery) inspected will cause the hybrid system not to start.
● If the hybrid system does not start, contact any authorized Toyota retailer
or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer immediately.

687Alphabetical index
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Antenna
Smart entry & start system.... 187
Anti-lock brake system
(ABS) ...................................... 441
Function ................................ 441
Warning light ......................... 581
Approach warning ................... 339
Armrest ..................................... 493
Assist grips .............................. 494
Audio input
*
Audio system*
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................... 458
Air conditioning filter.............. 542
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 458
Blower customization ............ 462
Eco score (A/C score) ........... 150
Front seat concentrated
airflow mode (S-FLOW)...... 461
Automatic headlight leveling
system .................................... 264
Automatic High Beam
(AHB) ...................................... 266
Automatic light control
system .................................... 263
Auxiliary box ............................ 477Back door ................................. 182
Back-up light ............................ 561
Replacing light bulb .............. 562
Wattage ................................ 667
Battery (12-volt battery) .......... 521
Battery checking ................... 521
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged .......................... 639
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 452
Replacing .............................. 642
Warning light ......................... 580
Battery (traction battery)........... 84
Air intake vent ......................... 85
Location .................................. 84
Specification ......................... 657
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ....... 356
Blind Spot Monitor
function ............................... 372
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert
function ............................... 375
Bluetooth
®*
Bottle holders .......................... 476
Brake
Fluid ...................................... 664
Parking brake........................ 260
Regenerative braking.............. 81
Warning light ......................... 580
Brake assist ............................. 441
Brake Override System ........... 221
Break-in tips ............................. 222
Brightness control
Instrument cluster light
control................................. 102
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 356
Blind Spot Monitor function ... 372
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert
function ............................... 375
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*: Refer to “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual”.

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Care ................................... 496, 502
Aluminum wheels .................. 497
Exterior.................................. 496
Front camera......................... 285
Interior ................................... 502
Radar sensor ........................ 284
Seat belts .............................. 503
Water-repellent coating ......... 497
Cargo hooks ............................. 480
Catch protection function ....... 211
Chains ....................................... 453
Child restraint system ............... 54
Child restraint system
installation method................ 67
Fixed with a seat belt .............. 68
Fixed with an ISOFIX lower
anchorage............................. 70
Points to remember................. 54
Riding with children ................. 53
Using a top tether
anchorage............................. 72
Child safety ................................ 53
12-volt battery precautions.... 524
Airbag precautions .................. 41
Back door precautions .......... 184
Child restraint system ............. 54
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................... 36
Installing child restraints.......... 67
Moon roof precautions .......... 218
Power window lock switch .... 210
Power window precautions ... 213
Rear door child-protectors .... 180
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 556
Riding with children ................. 53
Seat belt precautions .............. 69
Seat heater precautions ........ 468Child-protectors....................... 180
Cleaning ........................... 496, 502
Aluminum wheels.................. 497
Exterior ................................. 496
Front camera ........................ 285
Hybrid battery (traction
battery) air intake vent ........ 545
Interior................................... 502
Radar sensor ........................ 284
Seat belts .............................. 503
Water-repellent coating......... 497
Clock ......................................... 100
Adjustment ............................ 106
Coat hooks ............................... 493
Combination meter .................. 100
Clock adjustment .................. 106
Main display .......................... 117
Multi-information display ....... 127
Warning lights and
indicators ............................ 110
Condenser ................................ 520
Console box ............................. 474
Coolant ..................................... 518
Capacity ................................ 662
Checking ............................... 518
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 452
Cooling system ........................ 518
Engine overheating ............... 645
Hybrid system overheating ... 647
Consumption screen ............... 166
Cruise control
Cruise control........................ 346
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range .......... 329
Cup holders.............................. 475
Curtain shield airbags ............... 39
Customizable features ............ 670
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ECB (Electronically
Controlled Brake System) .... 441
Eco drive mode ........................ 351
Electric motor (traction motor)
Location .................................. 79
Specification.......................... 657
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) ....................................... 442
Function ................................ 442
Warning light ......................... 581
Electronic key .......................... 172
Battery-saving function ......... 189
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 636
Replacing the battery ............ 554
Electronically Controlled
Brake System (ECB).............. 441
Emergency brake signal ......... 442
Emergency flashers................. 568
Emergency brake signal ....... 442
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................. 602
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds ... 580
If a warning light turns on ...... 580
If a warning message is
displayed ............................ 589
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged .......................... 639
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 636
If the hybrid system will not
start..................................... 634
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 650
If the vehicle is submerged or
water on the road is
rising ................................... 570If you have a flat tire ..... 598, 618
If you lose your keys ..... 173, 176
If you think something is
wrong.................................. 579
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 569
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 572
If your vehicle overheats ....... 645
Energy monitor ................ 130, 166
Engine....................................... 656
Accessory mode ................... 246
Compartment ........................ 514
Engine switch (power
switch) ................................ 244
Exhaust gas precautions ........ 50
Hood ..................................... 511
How to start the hybrid
system ................................ 244
Identification number ............ 656
If the hybrid system will not
start .................................... 634
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 569
Ignition switch (power
switch) ................................ 244
Overheating .......................... 645
Power switch......................... 244
Engine coolant ......................... 518
Capacity ................................ 662
Checking ............................... 518
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 452
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Fuel ........................................... 668
Capacity ................................ 657
Fuel gauge .................... 118, 120
Information ............................ 668
Refueling ............................... 277
Type ...................................... 657
Warning light ......................... 583
Fuel consumption ............ 136, 169
Fuel filler door .......................... 279
Opener .................................. 279
Refueling ............................... 277
When the fuel filler door
cannot be opened ............... 280
Fuses ........................................ 557
Glove box ................................. 474
Hands-free system (for
cellular phone)
*
Head restraints......................... 199
Head-up display ....................... 160
Headlights ................................ 261
AHB (Automatic High
Beam) ................................. 266
Automatic headlight
leveling ............................... 264
Extended Headlight
Lighting system................... 263
Light switch ........................... 261
Replacing light bulbs ............. 565
Heaters
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 458
Outside rear view mirrors ...... 463
Seat heaters.......................... 468
High coolant temperature
warning light .......................... 583
High mounted stoplight
Replacing .............................. 565High-voltage components ........ 84
Hill-start assist control............ 442
Hood ......................................... 511
Hooks
Cargo hooks ......................... 480
Coat hooks............................ 493
Grocery bag hook ................. 481
Retaining hooks (floor mat)..... 30
Horn .......................................... 203
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Air intake vent ......................... 85
Location .................................. 84
Specification ......................... 657
Hybrid battery (traction
battery) air intake vent ............ 85
Cleaning................................ 545
Hybrid system ............................ 79
Brake Override System......... 221
Drive-Start Control ................ 222
Emergency shut off system .... 85
Energy monitor/consumption
screen......................... 130, 166
EV drive mode ...................... 250
High voltage components ....... 84
Hybrid System Indicator........ 132
Hybrid system precautions ..... 84
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 449
If the hybrid system will not
start .................................... 634
Overheating .......................... 645
Power switch......................... 244
Regenerative braking.............. 81
Starting the hybrid system .... 244
Vehicle proximity notification
system .................................. 80
Hybrid System Indicator ......... 132
Hybrid transmission ................ 253
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Tires .......................................... 528
Chains ................................... 453
Checking ............................... 528
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit.............................. 598
If you have a flat tire...... 598, 618
Inflation pressure .................. 537
Replacing .............................. 618
Rotating tires ......................... 529
Size ....................................... 665
Snow tires ............................. 452
Spare tire ...................... 618, 665
Tire pressure warning
system ................................ 530
Warning light ......................... 584
Tonneau cover (luggage
cover)...................................... 483
Tools ................................. 600, 619
Top strap .................................... 72
Top tether anchorages .............. 72
Towing
Emergency towing ................ 572
Towing eyelet ........................ 575
Trailer towing ................ 233, 243
Toyota parking
assist-sensor ......................... 381
Toyota Safety Sense................ 282
Traction battery (hybrid
battery) ..................................... 84
Air intake vent ......................... 85
Location .................................. 84
Specification.......................... 657
Traction control (TRC)............. 441
Function ................................ 441
VSC OFF switch ................... 443
Traction motor (electric
motor) ....................................... 79
Trailer towing ................... 233, 243Transmission ........................... 253
Driving mode select switch ... 351
Hybrid transmission .............. 253
P position switch ................... 254
TRC (Traction Control) ............ 441
Function ................................ 441
VSC OFF switch ................... 443
Trip meters ............................... 121
Turn signal lights..................... 259
Replacing light bulbs..... 562, 565
Turn signal lever ................... 259
Wattage ................................ 667
USB port
*
Vanity lights ............................. 485
Wattage ................................ 667
Vanity mirrors .......................... 485
Vanity lights .......................... 485
Vehicle data recording .............. 10
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 655
Vehicle proximity
notification system ................. 80
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) ...................................... 441
Function ................................ 441
VSC OFF switch ................... 443
VSC (Vehicle Stability
Control) .................................. 441
Function ................................ 441
VSC OFF switch ................... 443
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