
15Pictorial index
PRIUS_OM_OM47F32E_(EE)Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 271
Precautions against winter season  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 452
Precautions against car wash (vehicles with rain-sensing 
windshield wipers) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 498
Replacing the wiper insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 550
Fuel filler door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 277
Refueling method  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 277
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 657
Tires  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 528
Tire size/inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 665
Winter tires/tire chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 452
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system
*1 . . . . . . . . .  P. 528
Coping with flat tires  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 598, 618
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 511
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 511
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 658
Coping with overheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 645
Headlights/front position lights/
daytime running lights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 261
Front fog lights/rear fog light
*2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 270
Turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 259
Tail lights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 261
License plate lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 261
Back-up light
*2
Shifting the shift lever to R. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 253
4
5
6
7
Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P. 561, Watts: P. 667)
*1: If equipped
*2: They may be located on the opposite side depending on the target region.
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9
10
11
12
13 

1112. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
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Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle’s 
systems.
Warning lights
Warning lightsPages
*1Brake system warning light (Red) P. 580
*1Brake system warning light (Yellow) P. 580
*1Charging system warning light P. 580
*1Low engine oil pressure warning light P. 581
*1Malfunction indicator lamp P. 581
*1SRS warning light P. 581
*1ABS warning light P. 581
*1Electric power steering system warning light  
(Red/yellow) P. 581
*1, 2PCS warning light (if equipped) P. 582
LTA indicator (Orange) (if equipped) P. 582
*1Slip indicator light P. 582
*1High coolant temperature warning light P. 583
*1, 3PKSB OFF indicator (if equipped) P. 583
Open door warning light P. 583 

4966-1. Maintenance and care
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Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
●Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt
and dust.
●Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
●For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thoroughly
with water.
●Wipe away any water.
●Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.
■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors before washing the vehicle. Start washing from the front of
the vehicle. Make sure to extend the mirrors before driving.
●Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface,
parts (wheel, etc.) and harm your vehicle’s paint.
●Rear spoiler may not be washable in some automatic car washes. There
may also be an increased risk of damage to vehicle.
■High pressure car washes
As water may enter the cabin, do not bring the nozzle tip near the gaps
around the doors or perimeter of the windows, or spray these areas continu-
ously.
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in
prime condition: 

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)
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) 

5406-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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■When replacing wheels (vehicles with the tire pressure warning system) 
The wheels of your vehicle are equipped with tire pressure warning valves 
and transmitters that allow the tire pressure warning system to provide 
advance warning in the event of a loss in tire inflation pressure. Whenever
wheels are replaced, tire pressure warning valves and transmitters must be 
installed. ( P. 530)
WARNING
■When replacing wheels 
● Do not use wheels that are a different size from those recommended in the 
Owner’s Manual, as this may result in a loss of handling control. 
● Never use an inner tube in a leaking wheel which is designed for a tube- 
less tire. Doing so may result in an accident, causing death or serious 
injury. 
■ When installing the wheel nuts 
● Be sure to install the wheel nuts with the tapered ends facing inward.  
( P. 627)  
Installing the nuts with the tapered ends facing outward can cause the 
wheel to break and eventually cause the wheel to come off while driving, 
which could lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury. 
● Never use oil or grease on the wheel bolts or wheel nuts. 
Oil and grease may cause the wheel nuts to be excessively tightened, 
leading to bolt or disc wheel damage.  In addition, the oil or grease can 
cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel may fall off, causing an acci- 
dent and resulting in death or serious injury. Remove any oil or grease 
from the wheel bolts or wheel nuts. 
■ Use of defective wheels prohibited 
Do not use cracked or deformed wheels.  
Doing so could cause the tire to leak  air during driving, possibly causing an 
accident. 

5817-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Low engine oil pressure warning light  
(warning buzzer)*2
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low 
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con- 
tact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho- 
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Malfunction indicator lamp 
Indicates a malfunction in: 
• The hybrid system;
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or 
• The emission control system (if equipped) 
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota 
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable 
repairer immediately.
SRS warning light 
Indicates a malfunction in: 
• The SRS airbag system; or 
• The seat belt pretensioner system
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota 
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable 
repairer immediately.
ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in: 
• The ABS;  or 
• The brake assist system
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota 
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable 
repairer immediately.
(Red/yellow)
Electric power steering system warning light (warning 
buzzer) 
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system 
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota 
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions 

5857-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
*1: Brake system warning buzzer: 
When there is a possible problem that could affect braking performance,
the warning light will come on and a warning buzzer will sound.
*2: Low engine oil pressure warning buzzer:
A buzzer also sounds continuously for approximately 30 seconds at maxi-
mum in addition to the low engine oil pressure warning light when the
“READY” indicator is illuminated.
*3: Open door warning buzzer: 
The open door warning buzzer sounds to alert one or more of the doors is
not fully closed (with the vehicle having reached a speed of 5 km/h
[3 mph]).
*4: Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer: 
The driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert
the driver and front passenger that his  or her seat belt is not fastened. If 
the seat belt is unfastened, the buzzer sounds intermittently for a certain
period of time after the vehicle reaches a certain speed.
Inappropriate pedal operation warning light*6 (warning 
buzzer) 
When a buzzer sounds:
Indicates a malfunction in: 
• The Brake Override System 
• The Drive-Start Control
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota 
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable 
repairer.
Indicates that the shift position was changed and Drive- 
Start Control was operated while depressing the accelera- 
tor pedal.
 Momentarily release the accelerator pedal. 
Indicates that the Parking Support Brake function (if 
equipped) is operating ( P. 400) 
 Follow the instruction that is displayed on the multi- 
information display. 
When a buzzer does not sound:
Indicates that the accelerator and brake pedals are being 
depressed simultaneously, and the Brake Override Sys- 
tem is operating.
 Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake 
pedal.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions 

5937-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■If “See Owner’s Manual” is shown 
● If “Braking Power Low Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is shown, 
this may be a malfunction. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact any authorized Toyota retailer  or Toyota authorized repairer, or any 
reliable repairer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous. 
● If “Engine Oil Pressure Low” is shown, this may be a malfunction. Immedi- 
ately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any authorized Toyota 
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. 
● If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunction. Immedi- 
ately have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota 
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. 
• “Hybrid System Malfunction” 
• “Check Engine” 
• “Hybrid Battery System Malfunction” 
• “Accelerator System Malfunction”
• “Smart Entry & Start System  Malfunction See Owner’s Manual” 
● Vehicles with GPF system: If “Exhaust Filter Full See Owner’s Manual” is 
shown on the multi-information display is shown, follow the instruction.  
( P. 440) 
■ If “Shift System Not Active Apply Parking Brake Securely While Parking 
See Owner’s Manual” is shown 
Indicates a temporary operation failure or  malfunction in the shift control sys- 
tem. Immediately have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota 
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer. 
When the message is shown, the hybrid system may not be started or the 
shift position may not be changed normally. (Coping method:  P. 597) 
■ If “Shift System Malfunction Apply Parking Brake Securely While Park- 
ing See Owner’s Manual” is shown 
Indicates a malfunction in the shift control system. Immediately have the vehi- 
cle inspected by any authorized Toyota  retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, 
or any reliable repairer. 
When the message is shown, the hybrid system may not be started or the 
shift position may not be changed normally. (Coping method:  P. 597) 
■ If “  Switch Malfunction Apply Parking Brake Securely While Parking 
See Owner’s Manual” is shown 
The P position switch may not operate. Immediately have the vehicle 
inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or
any reliable repairer.  
When parking the vehicle, stop the vehicle on level ground and apply the 
parking brake firmly.