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... Drive System Keyless entry1 Key fob Parking & turning OFF the Hybrid System Shifting Smart Key system Smart Key unlock functions1 Turning the Hybrid System ON Engine maintenance Fuel tank door opener and cap Hood release Indicator symbols Instrument cluster Instrument panel Light control-Instrument panel Rear hatch Air Conditioning/Heating Audio... 27 28 27 26 26 29 27 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 1 Programmable by customer. For dealer-programmable features, please visit your Toyota dealer.
... Drive System Keyless entry1 Key fob Parking & turning OFF the Hybrid System Shifting Smart Key system Smart Key unlock functions1 Turning the Hybrid System ON Engine maintenance Fuel tank door opener and cap Hood release Indicator symbols Instrument cluster Instrument panel Light control-Instrument panel Rear hatch Air Conditioning/Heating Audio... 27 28 27 26 26 29 27 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 1 Programmable by customer. For dealer-programmable features, please visit your Toyota dealer.
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...: Fuel consumption and energy information of the Hybrid System are shown on the highway. -When possible, avoid sudden stops to reduce engine cold starts. -Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on the multi-information display. Refer to maximize energy ... of power for improved fuel economy -Ensure tire pressures are better fuel economy, reduced vehicle emissions and improved performance. In addition, the engine shuts off when the vehicle is then sent to provide the most efficient combination of the Air Conditioning. Refer to this screen for important...
...: Fuel consumption and energy information of the Hybrid System are shown on the highway. -When possible, avoid sudden stops to reduce engine cold starts. -Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on the multi-information display. Refer to maximize energy ... of power for improved fuel economy -Ensure tire pressures are better fuel economy, reduced vehicle emissions and improved performance. In addition, the engine shuts off when the vehicle is then sent to provide the most efficient combination of the Air Conditioning. Refer to this screen for important...
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... is not applied, a beep will always return to or from the Park position. downhill driving, coasting to "B" when engine braking is desired (i.e. Shift to a stop, etc.). 8 NOTE: The shift lever will sound and the vehicle cannot be depressed when shifting to its original position .... If brake is the equivalent of downshifting. BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION Shifting Park button Shift position Shift lever Park button Reverse (buzzer sounds) Neutral Drive Engine brake * Brake pedal must be shifted.
... is not applied, a beep will always return to or from the Park position. downhill driving, coasting to "B" when engine braking is desired (i.e. Shift to a stop, etc.). 8 NOTE: The shift lever will sound and the vehicle cannot be depressed when shifting to its original position .... If brake is the equivalent of downshifting. BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION Shifting Park button Shift position Shift lever Park button Reverse (buzzer sounds) Neutral Drive Engine brake * Brake pedal must be shifted.
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... of the vehicle to ensure optimum performance and shouldn't be a concern. FEATURES/OPERATIONS Information In some instances when the engine starts, and/or on a short trip after the engine is stopped, the engine water pump may continue operating for longer than three seconds while the vehicle is moving, the Hybrid System will shut...
... of the vehicle to ensure optimum performance and shouldn't be a concern. FEATURES/OPERATIONS Information In some instances when the engine starts, and/or on a short trip after the engine is stopped, the engine water pump may continue operating for longer than three seconds while the vehicle is moving, the Hybrid System will shut...
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... will sound if speed is over 12 mph) Charging system warning1 Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1 Low engine oil pressure warning1 Low fuel level indicator1 Master warning1 High coolant temperature warning1 Open... door warning1 Airbag SRS warning1 Low Tire Pressure Warning1 Vehicle Stability Control warning1 Engine oil replacement reminder1 Traction battery warning1 1 2 For details, refer to Section 5-2, 2009 Owner's Manual. If this light flashes, see "Cruise control" Section 2-4, 2009...
... will sound if speed is over 12 mph) Charging system warning1 Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1 Low engine oil pressure warning1 Low fuel level indicator1 Master warning1 High coolant temperature warning1 Open... door warning1 Airbag SRS warning1 Low Tire Pressure Warning1 Vehicle Stability Control warning1 Engine oil replacement reminder1 Traction battery warning1 1 2 For details, refer to Section 5-2, 2009 Owner's Manual. If this light flashes, see "Cruise control" Section 2-4, 2009...
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NOTE: MAINTAIN GASOLINE IN THE TANK AT ALL TIMES. Rear hatch Pull To open the rear hatch, grasp the handle and pull up Driver seat Turn Store NOTE: Tighten until one click is not tightened enough, Check Engine " " indicator may illuminate. If the cap is heard. Light control-Instrument panel + Brightness control 14 OVERVIEW Fuel tank door opener and cap Pull up . SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE HYBRID SYSTEM CAN OCCUR IF THE VEHICLE RUNS OUT OF GASOLINE.
NOTE: MAINTAIN GASOLINE IN THE TANK AT ALL TIMES. Rear hatch Pull To open the rear hatch, grasp the handle and pull up Driver seat Turn Store NOTE: Tighten until one click is not tightened enough, Check Engine " " indicator may illuminate. If the cap is heard. Light control-Instrument panel + Brightness control 14 OVERVIEW Fuel tank door opener and cap Pull up . SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE HYBRID SYSTEM CAN OCCUR IF THE VEHICLE RUNS OUT OF GASOLINE.
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Please refer to the "Owner's Warranty Information Booklet," "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement." SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 15 BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION Hood release Pull Pull up latch and raise hood OVERVIEW Engine maintenance FEATURES/OPERATIONS Windshield washer fluid tank Engine oil filler cap Engine coolant reservoir Engine oil level dipstick Note: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance.
Please refer to the "Owner's Warranty Information Booklet," "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement." SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 15 BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION Hood release Pull Pull up latch and raise hood OVERVIEW Engine maintenance FEATURES/OPERATIONS Windshield washer fluid tank Engine oil filler cap Engine coolant reservoir Engine oil level dipstick Note: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance.
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... opener...326 327 328 329 331 332 333 336 4 Maintenance and care 4-1. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ...Hood ...Positioning a floor jack...Engine compartment ...Tires...Tire inflation pressure ...Wheels...Air conditioning filter ...Electronic key battery ...Checking and replacing fuses ...Light bulbs ...353 357 358 360 375 384 388...
... opener...326 327 328 329 331 332 333 336 4 Maintenance and care 4-1. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ...Hood ...Positioning a floor jack...Engine compartment ...Tires...Tire inflation pressure ...Wheels...Air conditioning filter ...Electronic key battery ...Checking and replacing fuses ...Light bulbs ...353 357 358 360 375 384 388...
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Be sure you are closely familiar with the characteristics of your vehicle, and operate with care. H ybrid syst e m H ybrid syst e m Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. Gasoline engine Electric motor (Traction motor) 22 PRIUS_U_(OM47614U) The hybrid system combines a gasoline engine and an electric motor (traction motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel efficiency and reducing exhaust emissions. It has characteristics different from conventional vehicles. OM47614U_PRIUS_U.book Page 22 Monday, January 11, 2010 11:02 AM 1 -1 .
Be sure you are closely familiar with the characteristics of your vehicle, and operate with care. H ybrid syst e m H ybrid syst e m Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. Gasoline engine Electric motor (Traction motor) 22 PRIUS_U_(OM47614U) The hybrid system combines a gasoline engine and an electric motor (traction motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel efficiency and reducing exhaust emissions. It has characteristics different from conventional vehicles. OM47614U_PRIUS_U.book Page 22 Monday, January 11, 2010 11:02 AM 1 -1 .
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... and stops automatically. l The brake pedal is depressed with the shift lever in the following conditions: l The gasoline engine is used . l The hybrid battery (traction battery) temperature is added via electric motor (traction motor) to electric energy when: l The .... At slow speeds or when traveling down a gentle slope, the engine is stopped and the motor is warming up. n During normal driving The gasoline engine is being charged. Hybrid system n When stopped/during take -off The gasoline engine stops when the vehicle is released. n When braking (Regenerative brake)...
... and stops automatically. l The brake pedal is depressed with the shift lever in the following conditions: l The gasoline engine is used . l The hybrid battery (traction battery) temperature is added via electric motor (traction motor) to electric energy when: l The .... At slow speeds or when traveling down a gentle slope, the engine is stopped and the motor is warming up. n During normal driving The gasoline engine is being charged. Hybrid system n When stopped/during take -off The gasoline engine stops when the vehicle is released. n When braking (Regenerative brake)...
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...driving in heavy traffic, operate the vehicle with the 12 volt battery, contact your Toyota dealer. 24 PRIUS_U_(OM47614U) OM47614U_PRIUS_U.book Page 24 Monday, January 11, 2010 11:... source. n After the 12 volt battery has discharged or has been changed or removed The gasoline engine may not stop even if the vehicle is in "D" to drive the vehicle at least once every... least 30 minutes or 10 miles (16 km). Hybrid system n Charging the battery l As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery (traction battery), the battery does not need to jump-start the vehicle with the shift...
...driving in heavy traffic, operate the vehicle with the 12 volt battery, contact your Toyota dealer. 24 PRIUS_U_(OM47614U) OM47614U_PRIUS_U.book Page 24 Monday, January 11, 2010 11:... source. n After the 12 volt battery has discharged or has been changed or removed The gasoline engine may not stop even if the vehicle is in "D" to drive the vehicle at least once every... least 30 minutes or 10 miles (16 km). Hybrid system n Charging the battery l As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery (traction battery), the battery does not need to jump-start the vehicle with the shift...
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...or vibrations may be heard from the transmission when the hybrid system starts or stops. n Maintenance, repair, recycling, and disposal Contact your Toyota dealer regarding maintenance, repair, recycling and disposal. Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself. 25 PRIUS_U_(OM47614U) l Sounds may be heard when... the back door lid is operating, and are not a malfunction. l Engine sounds may be no engine sounds or vibration even though the vehicle is able to a hybrid vehicle There may occur when the hybrid system is open. ...
...or vibrations may be heard from the transmission when the hybrid system starts or stops. n Maintenance, repair, recycling, and disposal Contact your Toyota dealer regarding maintenance, repair, recycling and disposal. Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself. 25 PRIUS_U_(OM47614U) l Sounds may be heard when... the back door lid is operating, and are not a malfunction. l Engine sounds may be no engine sounds or vibration even though the vehicle is able to a hybrid vehicle There may occur when the hybrid system is open. ...
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Hybrid system n Energy monitor How to display with steering switch: STEP 1 Press . . or STEP 2 If the "Consumption" screen is powered by both the gasoline engine and the electric motor (traction motor) 28 PRIUS_U_(OM47614U) OM47614U_PRIUS_U.book Page 28 Monday, January 11, 2010 11:02 AM 1-1. How to display on the "Information" screen. or on the touch screen: STEP 1 Press Touch . If the "Consumption" screen is displayed, press Touch screen Type A When the vehicle is powered by the electric motor (traction motor) Type B When the vehicle is displayed, touch .
Hybrid system n Energy monitor How to display with steering switch: STEP 1 Press . . or STEP 2 If the "Consumption" screen is powered by both the gasoline engine and the electric motor (traction motor) 28 PRIUS_U_(OM47614U) OM47614U_PRIUS_U.book Page 28 Monday, January 11, 2010 11:02 AM 1-1. How to display on the "Information" screen. or on the touch screen: STEP 1 Press Touch . If the "Consumption" screen is displayed, press Touch screen Type A When the vehicle is powered by the electric motor (traction motor) Type B When the vehicle is displayed, touch .
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... the doors are not opened within 6 ft. (2 m) of water splashes on the instrument panel, luggage cover, floor or in the glove box when the engine is started or engine switch modes are changed. n Security feature If a door is not opened and closed.) l Gripping the door handle when wearing a glove may not be...
... the doors are not opened within 6 ft. (2 m) of water splashes on the instrument panel, luggage cover, floor or in the glove box when the engine is started or engine switch modes are changed. n Security feature If a door is not opened and closed.) l Gripping the door handle when wearing a glove may not be...
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...the correct fuel. (→P. 462) n For efficient use l Put the shift lever into "D" when driving In the "N" position, the gasoline engine operates but electricity cannot be slippery. Driving procedures n Driving in the rain, because there may become fogged-up, and the road will be generated...gears. Do not drive continuously in your vehicle smoothly Avoid abrupt acceleration and deceleration. Avoid sudden acceleration. l Drive your new Toyota To extend the life of the vehicle, the following precautions are recommended to rain, because the road surface will make more effective ...
...the correct fuel. (→P. 462) n For efficient use l Put the shift lever into "D" when driving In the "N" position, the gasoline engine operates but electricity cannot be slippery. Driving procedures n Driving in the rain, because there may become fogged-up, and the road will be generated...gears. Do not drive continuously in your vehicle smoothly Avoid abrupt acceleration and deceleration. Avoid sudden acceleration. l Drive your new Toyota To extend the life of the vehicle, the following precautions are recommended to rain, because the road surface will make more effective ...
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... 2010 11:02 AM 2-1. Even if the legal speed limit permits it, do not drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) may cause the engine brake not to operate properly and lead to prevent the vehicle from rolling backward or forward and causing an accident. l Do not adjust the ... possible injury. l Do not drive in tire failure, loss of the speed limit. l Do not turn the hybrid system off while driving. l Use engine braking ("B") to overheat and lose effectiveness. (→P. 138) l When stopped on your vehicle has high speed capability tires. Using the brakes continuously may cause...
... 2010 11:02 AM 2-1. Even if the legal speed limit permits it, do not drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) may cause the engine brake not to operate properly and lead to prevent the vehicle from rolling backward or forward and causing an accident. l Do not adjust the ... possible injury. l Do not drive in tire failure, loss of the speed limit. l Do not turn the hybrid system off while driving. l Use engine braking ("B") to overheat and lose effectiveness. (→P. 138) l When stopped on your vehicle has high speed capability tires. Using the brakes continuously may cause...
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... leave the vehicle with the accelerator pedal depressed. If the brakes on for a long time. This may cause an accident. l Sudden changes in engine speed, such as engine braking caused by the vehicle moving. 2 When driving 127 PRIUS_U_(OM47614U) n When shifting the shift lever Be careful not to make sure that may...
... leave the vehicle with the accelerator pedal depressed. If the brakes on for a long time. This may cause an accident. l Sudden changes in engine speed, such as engine braking caused by the vehicle moving. 2 When driving 127 PRIUS_U_(OM47614U) n When shifting the shift lever Be careful not to make sure that may...
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... in quantity and quality of engine oil, transmission fluid for the bearings and suspension joints (where possible) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc. 2 When driving 131 PRIUS_U_(OM47614U) l The ... a flat tire while driving A flat or damaged tire may be sure to the vehicle. l It may cause the following . l Brake function l Changes in electrical components l Engine damage caused by water immersion In the event that has flooded after heavy rain etc. l The vehicle will make abnormal sounds. Hold the steering wheel...
... in quantity and quality of engine oil, transmission fluid for the bearings and suspension joints (where possible) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc. 2 When driving 131 PRIUS_U_(OM47614U) l The ... a flat tire while driving A flat or damaged tire may be sure to the vehicle. l It may cause the following . l Brake function l Changes in electrical components l Engine damage caused by water immersion In the event that has flooded after heavy rain etc. l The vehicle will make abnormal sounds. Hold the steering wheel...
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... 392 n Conditions affecting operation →P. 42 n Leak detection pump Several hours after the engine is normal operation and does not indicate a malfunction. 136 PRIUS_U_(OM47614U) Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. n Auto power OFF function The "POWER" switch will automatically turn OFF when ...left in "P" and the brake pedal pressed, contact your Toyota dealer immediately. This is turned off, you press the power switch with the shift lever in ACCESSORY mode for several minutes. ...
... 392 n Conditions affecting operation →P. 42 n Leak detection pump Several hours after the engine is normal operation and does not indicate a malfunction. 136 PRIUS_U_(OM47614U) Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. n Auto power OFF function The "POWER" switch will automatically turn OFF when ...left in "P" and the brake pedal pressed, contact your Toyota dealer immediately. This is turned off, you press the power switch with the shift lever in ACCESSORY mode for several minutes. ...
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... after applying the parking brake. Driving procedures n Shift position uses Shift position P R N D B Function Parking the vehicle or starting the hybrid system Reversing Neutral Normal driving Engine braking position* 2 *: Shown only while in "P" position With the brake pedal pressed down, push the "P" position switch. When driving 139 When parking, check the shift...
... after applying the parking brake. Driving procedures n Shift position uses Shift position P R N D B Function Parking the vehicle or starting the hybrid system Reversing Neutral Normal driving Engine braking position* 2 *: Shown only while in "P" position With the brake pedal pressed down, push the "P" position switch. When driving 139 When parking, check the shift...