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How To Use The Mechanical Key In A 2008 Prius
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Owners Manual - Page 2
2008 Prius
This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of satisfied driving in your new Prius.
! wish you can locate and use the vehicle's main equipment quickly and ... the time of printing. It contains brief descriptions of the vehicle's capabilities and limitations. Every Prius owner should review the Owner's Manual that accompanies this Quick Reference Guide is not intended as ...
Owners Manual - Page 5
.... If it out. BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION
Key fob
Master key
Mechanical key* * Lock/Unlock the driver's door only
Ignition key (key fob) slot
OVERVIEW
Slide
Pull out
Master key Ignition key & wireless remote. To remove or replace mechanical key Slide the lock knob in . DO NOT FORCE THE KEY. Mechanical key Fits into master key and can be removed to manually lock/unlock...
Owners Manual - Page 50
... that other features of the vehicle. n When children are touched. When left unattended, children may be fatal to avoid accidents. Anything that have or use the key. CAUTION
n General precautions while driving Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influence of alcohol or drugs that distracts the driver...
Owners Manual - Page 65
... & start system Electronic keys
Operating the smart key system (→P. 36) • Operating the wireless remote control function (→P. 49) Mechanical keys Key number plate Vehicle without smart entry & start system
Electronic keys Operating the remote control (→P. 49) Mechanical keys Key number plate wireless function
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Using the mechanical key Take out the mechanical key.
Owners Manual - Page 66
... attach any material that a mechanical key is lost, a new key can be made at your wallet, not in a safe place such as your Toyota dealer using the key number plate. (→P. 449)
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Before driving
NOTICE
n To prevent key damage l Do not bend the keys, subject them to storing impact, expose them wet. Key information
n Key number plate Keep the...
Owners Manual - Page 75
... for 2 weeks or more The system will resume operation when...l The vehicle is locked using the door handle lock switch l The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the wireless remote control function (→P. 49) or the mechanical key (→P. 450) n Electronic key battery depletion l The standard battery life is 1 to 3 years. (The battery becomes depleted even...
Owners Manual - Page 78
Opening, closing and locking the doors and back door
n If the smart key system does not operate properly l Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the mechanical key. (→P. 450) l Starting the hybrid system: →P. 132 n When the electronic key battery is subject to operate the equipment. FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the...
Owners Manual - Page 84
.... l Set the rear door child protector locks when children are properly closed. In these instances the door lock protection function will not operate properly.) n Using the mechanical key The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the inside handle of the front door while driving. Opening, closing and locking the doors and...
Owners Manual - Page 115
... locked. l A locked door or back door is unlocked or opened while the vehicle is triggered in any way other than using the entry function, wireless remote door lock function or using the mechanical key. (The doors will be deactivated or stopped after 30 seconds. n Setting the alarm system Close the doors, hood and lock...
Owners Manual - Page 423
n You will need the following items: l Small Phillips-head screwdriver l Lithium battery (CR2032) n Replacing the battery
STEP 1
Take out the mechanical key.
STEP 3
Remove the battery cover bolts, the battery cover and depleted battery.
STEP 2
Remove the cover.
Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e
Ke y bat t e r y
...
Owners Manual - Page 475
St e ps t o t a k e in a n e m e rge nc y
I f you lose your ke ys
New genuine Toyota keys can be made by your Toyota dealer using master key and the key number stamped on your key number plate.
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When trouble arises 449
PRIUS_U_(L/O_0802) 5 -2 .
Owners Manual - Page 476
... doors can be replaced immediately. (→P. 396)
450
PRIUS_U_(L/O_0802) St e ps t o t a k e in order to perform the following the procedure.
Locking and unlocking the doors Using the mechanical key in a n e m e rge nc y
I f t he e le c t ronic ke y doe s not ope rat e prope rly
If the electronic...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 3
2008 Prius Scheduled Maintenance Guide
TABLE OF CONTENTS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION ...2 MAINTAINING YOUR WARRANTY ...3 USING THE MAINTENANCE LOG CHARTS ...4 MAINTENANCE LOG ...6 EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS ...22
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Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 5
... may be sure to give your maintenance records to the new owner. 2008 Prius Scheduled Maintenance Guide
MAINTAINING YOUR WARRANTY
MAINTENANCE RECORDS Maintaining your vehicle according to... service and a description of proper maintenance are not covered under warranty. If you used a service provider other than those listed in the scheduled maintenance log. For a complete description of Toyota...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 7
... in the ЉVehicle Maintenance and CareЉ section of your Toyota requires ongoing general maintenance such as fluid checks and visual inspections. 2008 Prius Scheduled Maintenance Guide
USING THE MAINTENANCE LOG CHARTS
SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS In addition to standard maintenance items, the maintenance log indicates services that should perform these additional maintenance...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 9
...1033;Explanation of Maintenance ItemsЉ section in heavy traffic, on the multi-information display after engine oil replacement. 2008 Prius Scheduled Maintenance Guide
MAINTENANCE LOG
15,000 Miles or 18 months
Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires...Maintenance Items for more information.
2
1
07 Perform these service items only if you use the ЉFreshЉ mode.
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 13
... occur. Replacement may shorten the life of the cabin air filter. Consult your dealer if any of these service items only if you use the ЉFreshЉ mode.
2008 Prius Scheduled Maintenance Guide
MAINTENANCE LOG
45,000 Miles or 54 months
Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 17
...;Explanation of Maintenance ItemsЉ section in urban, dusty or desert areas may shorten the life of these service items only if you use the ЉFreshЉ mode.
2008 Prius Scheduled Maintenance Guide
MAINTENANCE LOG
75,000 Miles or 90 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 21
...;Explanation of Maintenance ItemsЉ section in the back of these service items only if you use the ЉFreshЉ mode. Refer to ЉEngine/inverter CoolantЉ in the...thereafter. Replacement may shorten the life of this guide for more information.
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2008 Prius Scheduled Maintenance Guide
MAINTENANCE LOG
105,000 Miles or 126 Months
Replace engine oil and oil ...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide - Page 25
... the cooling system and refill with an ethylene-glycol type coolant. If another type of the Owner's Manual.)
NOTE: Your Toyota is used, replacement intervals may be different. 2008 Prius Scheduled Maintenance Guide
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
ENGINE AIR FILTER
Inspect or replace at specified intervals. ENGINE VALVE CLEARANCE
Inspect for any problem...
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