2011 Toyota Prius Support Question
2011 Toyota Prius Support Question
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Question posted by pmichel on August 9th, 2012
Gas Mileage
My 2011 Prius got 48-49 mpg for the first 12-14 months and ever since it has been dropping, dropping, dropping. It is now averaging 43.9 and just last week it was 44. At the 15,000 mile check I asked about this and it was suggested that I have the injector flushed which I did and things have continued to get worse. What's going on?
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Answer #1: Posted by roadrunnertim on August 9th, 2012 11:50 AM
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Not too many things can affect your gas milage. Check the air pressure in all of your tires and make sure they are at the recommended pressure. Low tire pressure can lower your gas milage.
Replacing the spark plugs can help increase gas milage as well. I would also check to be sure your brakes aren't dragging a little. Have you ever used your parking (emergency) brake? If you have, be sure it is releasing completely. Even a slight brake drag will lower your gas milage.
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Owners Manual - Page 2
2011 Prius
This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of satisfied driving in your new Prius.
! wish you will have a better understanding of your vehicle's ... to review the Owner's Manual and supplementary manuals so you many years of basic vehicle operations. Every Prius owner should review the Owner's Manual that accompanies this Quick Reference Guide is current at any time without...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...sound if speed is over 12 mph) Front passenger seat belt reminder (alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph) Charging system warning1 Front passenger occupant classification or front passenger airbag ON/OFF indicator Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1 Low fuel level... consumption Speedometer
Indicator symbols
For details, refer to "Indicators and warning lights," Section 2-2, 2011 Owner's Manual.
Owners Manual - Page 7
...-Collision System warning light1 High coolant temperature warning light1
FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES OVERVIEW
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If this light flashes, refer to "Cruise control," Section 2-4, 2011 Owner's Manual.
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Owners Manual - Page 75
... the entry function unlocks. STEP 2 When the indicator on the key.
Beep
Exterior: Beeps three times Interior: Pings once
Exterior: Beeps twice Interior: Pings once
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PRIUS_U (OM47685U) DVD STEP 1 Turn the "POWER" switch OFF. 1-2.
Key information
n Switching the door unlock function It is turned off, push and hold
or for...
Owners Manual - Page 76
...) or the mechanical key. (→P. 549) n Electronic key battery depletion →P. 64
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Before driving
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PRIUS_U (OM47685U) DVD To unlock the vehicle, grip the driver's door handle or use the wireless remote control...m) of the vehicle for 10 minutes or more l If the entry function has not been used for 14 days or more, the vehicle cannot be unlocked by a door other than the driver's door. l...
Owners Manual - Page 92
... and wireless remote control from operating properly. (Ways of coping: →P. 549) l When the electronic key battery is depleted l Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large display, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical noise l When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone...
Owners Manual - Page 145
... airbag. The airbag sensor assembly consists of the driver seat's position sensor etc. l A loud noise and white powder will attempt to speak with non-toxic gas to the response center, notifying them of emergency and assistance required. The driver airbag system consists of a safing sensor and an airbag sensor. The front...
Owners Manual - Page 185
...(OM47685U) DVD l Avoid revving or racing the engine. Doing so may result in the following: • Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter or spray can, and may lead to a fire. • The temperature... always keep depressing the brake pedal while the "READY" indicator is in an open space and check that exhaust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior. l Always apply the parking brake, push the...
Owners Manual - Page 210
... fuel remaining in ON mode.
Shift position indicators
Displays the shift position.
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PRIUS_U (OM47685U) DVD Speedometer
Displays the vehicle speed. I nst rum e nt c lust e r
Ga uge s a nd m e t e rs
The following gauges and meters illuminate when the "POWER" switch is in the tank.
Fuel gauge
Displays the quantity of fuel consumption...
Owners Manual - Page 233
...check display After switching the "POWER" switch to continue using the display. When the system check is complete, the normal screen will be displayed while the fuel consumption history is checked...there is no problem to ON mode, "PRIUS" is displayed while system operation is being... driving: l The shift position is turned OFF, average fuel consumption and regenerated energy data will return. ...
Owners Manual - Page 292
... an increase in the above example, if the number of occupants increases, the cargo and luggage load equaling the combined weight of the occupants who got on your vehicle, which has a total load capacity of 825 lb. (370 kg), the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity will be as...
Owners Manual - Page 350
... smaller than that can be used. l MP3 file compatibility • Compatible standards MP3 (MPEG1 LAYER3, MPEG2 LSF LAYER3) • Compatible sampling frequencies MPEG1 LAYER3: 32, 44.1, 48 (kHz) MPEG2 LSF LAYER3: 16, 22.05, 24 (kHz) • Compatible bit rates MPEG1 LAYER3: 64, 80, 96, 112, 128, 160, 192, 224, 256, 320...
Owners Manual - Page 402
If they come into contact with other stored items. l Lighters or spray cans may release gas, causing a fire hazard.
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PRIUS_U (OM47685U) DVD U sing t he st ora ge fe a t ure s
List of st ora ge fe at ure s
Bottle holder Overhead ...
Owners Manual - Page 425
... be programmed to operate garage doors, gates, entry doors, door locks, home lighting systems, security systems, and other devices. Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s
Ga ra ge door ope ne r ∗
The garage door opener can be programmed to operate 3 different devices.
Refer to 3 in view while programming.
∗: If...
Owners Manual - Page 472
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n Before recharging When recharging, the 12 volt battery produces hydrogen gas which is off when connecting and disconnecting the charger cables to disconnect the ground cable. Therefore, before recharging: l If recharging with the 12 volt battery installed on the charger is flammable and explosive. Do-it-yourself maintenance
n 12 volt battery exterior Make sure...
Owners Manual - Page 473
... the hybrid system will not start with tools. If the system will operate normally from the 12 volt battery.
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PRIUS_U (OM47685U) DVD l Keep children away from the second attempt. 4-3.... Do not smoke or light a match near the 12 volt battery. The hybrid system may produce hydrogen gas which is recorded by touching the 12 volt battery terminals with the "POWER" switch turned OFF...
Owners Manual - Page 475
... battery Use a 12 volt battery designed for the vehicle. For replacement of the 12 volt battery, contact your Toyota dealer. Also, be sure all accessories are turned off.
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PRIUS_U (OM47685U) DVD The disconnected negative (-) terminal may touch the positive (+) terminal, which may cause gas (hydrogen) to enter the passenger compartment, causing a fire...
Owners Manual - Page 577
...the flammable gas that battery fluid comes into contact with any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with water and seek medical attention. Place a wet sponge or cloth over the 12 volt battery..... l Do not lean over the affected area until medical attention can be emitted from the 12 volt battery. 5-2. Steps to take care not to allow the jumper cables to come into ...
Owners Manual - Page 614
Specifications
Tire related term
Meaning A tire intended for use on an automotive wheel, provides the traction and contains the gas or fluid that sustains the load A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) ... due to labeling, decoration, or protective bands That portion of a tire between the tread and bead The parting of 10,000 lb. 6-1.
Owners Manual - Page 651
GAS STAT I ON I N FORM AT I ON
Auxiliary catch lever P. 432 Fuel filler door P. 106
Hood lock release lever P. 432
Fuel filler door opener P. 106
Tire inflation ...
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