2023 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID power steering

6558-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Shift the shift position to N* and release the parking brake.
*: If the shift position cannot be changed or the current shift position can
not be confirmed, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer or commercial towing ser-
vice before towing.
■ While towing
If the hybrid system is off, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not
function, making steering and braking more difficult.
■ Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is installed in luggage compartment. ( P. 6 1 3 )
■ Towing eyelet installation hole on the rear of the vehicle
The hole is equipped for fastening the
vehicle while shipping. The towing eyelet
installed in this hole cannot be used for
towing another vehicle.
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6608-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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; or
• The electronic throttle control system
 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

6648-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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*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.
*5: Rear passengers’ seat belt warning buzzer:
The rear passengers’ seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the rear
passenger that his or her seat belt is not fastened. If the seat belt is unfas-
tened, the buzzer sounds intermittently for a certain period of time, after
the seat belt is fastened and unfastened and the vehicle reaches a certain
speed.
*6: This symbol is displayed on the multi-information display.
■ Front passenger detection sensor, seat belt reminder and warning
buzzer
● If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detec-
tion sensor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to
sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.
● If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger,
and the warning light may not operate properly.
■ Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
When the 12-volt battery charge becomes insufficient or the voltage tempo-
rarily drops, the electric power steering system warning light may come on
and the warning buzzer may sound.
■ If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
The malfunction indicator lamp will come on if the fuel tank becomes com-
pletely empty. If the fuel tank is empt y, refuel the vehicle immediately. The
malfunction indicator lamp will go off after several trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off, contact any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repai rer, or any reliable repairer as soon
as possible.

6668-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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WARNING
■When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
When the light comes on yellow, the assist to the power steering is
restricted. When the light comes on red, the assist to the power steering is
lost and handling operations of the steering wheel become extremely
heavy. When steering wheel operations are heavier than usual, grip the
steering wheel firmly and operate it using more force than usual.
■ If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause a
loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
● Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire infla-
tion pressure immediately.
● If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure
adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire
is flat, repair the flat tire by us ing emergency tire puncture repair kit.
● Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you
could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■ If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.
NOTICE
■ To ensure the tire pressure warning system operates properly
Do not install tires with different specif ications or makers, as the tire pres-
sure warning system may not operate properly.

6918-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
WARNING
■Driving to spread the liquid sealant evenly
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or
serious injury.
● Drive the vehicle carefully at a low speed. Be especially careful when turn-
ing and cornering.
● If the vehicle does not drive straight or you feel a pull through the steering
wheel, stop the vehicle and check the following.
• Tire condition. The tire may have separated from the wheel.
• Tire inflation pressure. If the tire inflation pressure is 130 kPa (1.3 kgf/cm2
or bar, 19 psi) or less, the tire may be severely damaged.
NOTICE
■ When performing an emergency repair
● A tire should only be repaired with the emergency tire puncture repair kit if
the damage is caused by a sharp object such as nail or screw passing
through the tire tread.
Do not remove the sharp object from the tire. Removing the object may
widen the opening and disenable emergenc y repair with the repair kit.
● The repair kit is not waterproof. Make sure that the repair kit is not
exposed to water, such as when it is being used in the rain.
● Do not put the repair kit directly onto dusty ground such as sand at the
side of the road. If the repair kit vacuums up dust etc., a malfunction may
occur.
● Make sure the sealant bottle of the repair kit is in a vertical position. The
repair kit does not operate properly when it is laid.
■ Precautions for the emergency tire puncture repair kit
● The repair kit power source should be 12 V DC suitable for vehicle use. Do
not connect the repair kit to any other source.
● If fuel splatters on the repair kit, the repair kit may deteriorate. Take care
not to allow fuel to contact it.
● Place the repair kit in a storage to prevent it from being exposed to dirt or
water.
● Store the repair kit in the luggage compartment out of reach of children.
● Do not disassemble or modify the repair kit. Do not subject parts such as
the air pressure indicator to impacts. This may cause a malfunction.

746Alphabetical index
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Doors ................................ 273, 278
Back door .............................. 278
Door glasses ......................... 303
Door lock ............................... 273
Open door warning buzzer.... 276
Open door warning light ........ 662
Outside rear view mirrors ...... 301
Rear door child-protectors .... 276
Side doors ............................. 273
Side windows ........................ 303
Double locking system.............. 75
Drive information ..................... 222
Drive-Start Control (DSC)........ 309
Sudden start restraint
control................................. 309
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 662
Driving ...................................... 308
Break-in tips .......................... 311
Correct driving posture............ 32
Driving in the rain .................. 310
Driving mode select switch ... 418
Plug-in hybrid vehicle driving
tips ...................................... 105
Procedures............................ 308
Winter drive tips .................... 516
DSC (Drive-Start Control)........ 309
Sudden start restraint
control................................. 309
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ............ 401
ECB (Electronically
Controlled Brake System) .... 509
Eco drive mode ........................ 418
Electric motor (traction
motor) ....................................... 84
Location .................................. 84
Specification.......................... 717Electric Power Steering
(EPS)....................................... 510
Function ................................ 510
Warning light ......................... 660
Electronic key .......................... 268
Battery-saving function ......... 285
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 695
Replacing the battery ............ 632
Electronically Controlled
Brake System (ECB) ............. 509
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds ... 659
If a warning light turns on...... 659
If a warning message is
displayed ............................ 667
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged .......................... 699
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 695
If the hybrid system will not
start .................................... 693
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 710
If the vehicle is submerged
or water on the road
is rising ............................... 650
If you have a flat tire ............. 675
If you lose your keys ..... 269, 272
If you think something is
wrong.................................. 658
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 649
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 652
If your vehicle overheats ....... 705
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Emergency brake signal ......... 510
Emergency flashers................. 648
Emergency brake signal ....... 510
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................. 675
Energy monitor ................ 223, 261
Engine
Accessory mode ................... 325
Compartment ........................ 587
Engine switch ........................ 323
Exhaust gas precautions......... 50
Hood ..................................... 584
How to start the hybrid
system ................................ 323
Identification number............. 716
If the hybrid system will not
start..................................... 693
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 649
Ignition switch (power
switch) ................................ 323
Overheating .......................... 705
Power switch ......................... 323
Engine coolant ......................... 591
Capacity ................................ 720
Checking ............................... 591
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 516Engine oil ................................. 588
Capacity ................................ 717
Checking ............................... 588
Oil pressure warning light ..... 660
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 516
Engine switch (power
switch) .................................... 323
Auto power off function ......... 325
Changing the power switch
modes................................. 325
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 649
Starting the hybrid system .... 323
EPS (Electric Power
Steering)................................. 510
Function ................................ 510
Warning light ......................... 660
EV City mode switch ................. 88
EV driving range ...................... 109
EV mode ..................................... 85
EV/HV mode selection
switch ....................................... 88
Exhaust gas precautions .......... 50
Extended Headlight
Lighting system..................... 338

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Jack ........................................... 613
Positioning a floor jack .......... 586
Vehicle-equipped jack ........... 613
Jack handle .............................. 613
Jam protection function .......... 304
Keyless entry ........................... 273
Smart entry & start system.... 283
Wireless remote control ........ 273
Keys .......................................... 268
Battery-saving function ......... 285
Electronic key........................ 268
Engine switch ........................ 323
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 695
If you lose your keys ..... 269, 272
Key number plate .................. 268
Keyless entry ........................ 273
Mechanical key ..................... 269
Power switch ......................... 323
Replacing the battery ............ 632
Smart entry & start system.... 283
Warning buzzer ..................... 284
Wireless remote control ........ 268
Knee airbags .............................. 39
Language (multi-information
display) ................................... 250Lever
Auxiliary catch lever .............. 584
Hood lock release lever ........ 584
Shift lever .............................. 329
Tilt and telescopic steering
lock release lever ............... 297
Turn signal lever ................... 335
Wiper lever............................ 348
License plate lights ................. 337
Light switch ........................... 337
Replacing light bulbs............. 644
Light
AHS (Adaptive High-beam
System) .............................. 341
Door courtesy lights .............. 541
Emergency flasher switch ..... 648
Extended Headlight
Lighting system .................. 338
Fog light switch ..................... 347
Headlight switch.................... 337
Illuminated entry system ....... 543
Interior lights ................. 542, 543
Interior light list...................... 541
Luggage compartment
light..................................... 279
Personal lights ...................... 542
Replacing light bulbs............. 639
Shift lever light ...................... 541
Turn signal lever ................... 335
Vanity lights .......................... 555
Wattage ................................ 723
Light bulbs
Replacing .............................. 639
Wattage ................................ 723
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) ...... 379
Luggage cover ......................... 553
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