Toyota Prius 2010 Owner's Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Before driving
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When driving
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features
Maintenance
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and care
When trouble
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arises
Vehicle
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specifications
Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steering column
Driving, stopping and safe-driving information
Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in­terior features for a comfortable driving experience
Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it­yourself maintenance, and mainten ance inform a tion
What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire, or is involved in an accident
Detailed vehicle information
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Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual
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Before driving
1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid system ...................... 28
1-2. Key information
Keys ..................................... 41
Smart key system
(with entry function)............ 43
Smart key system
(without entry function)....... 57
1-3. Opening, closing and locking
the doors and back door
Wireless remote cont
Side doors............................ 67
Back door............................. 72
1-4.
Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Front seats
Rear seats............................ 80
Head restraints..................... 82
Seat belts............................. 85
Steering wheel ..................... 92
Inside rear view mirror.......... 93
Outside rear view mirrors..... 96
........................... 78
rol ....... 63
1-5. Opening and
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he windows and moon roof
Power windows..................... 98
Moonroof
with Solar Panel ............... 100
1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap... 104
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system............. 108
Theft prevention labels
(U.S.A.)............................. 110
1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture....... 111
SRS airbags ....................... 113
Front passenger occupant
classification system......... 126
Child restraint systems....... 132
Installing child restraints..... 137
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When driving
2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle............... 150
Power (ignition) switch........ 162
EV-Drive Mode.................... 168
Transmission....................... 171
Turn signal lever ................. 178
Parking brake...................... 179
Horn.................................... 180
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ............ 181
Indicators and warning
lights ................................. 185
Multi-information display..... 188
2-3. Operating the lights
and windshield wipers
Headlight switch.................. 206
Fog light switch................... 209
Windshield wipers
and washer....................... 210
Rear window wiper
and washer....................... 212
Headlight cleaner switch..... 213
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control..................... 214
Dynamic radar
cruise control.................... 218
Rear view monitor
system.............................. 231
LKA (Lane-Keeping
Assist) .............................. 235
Hill-start assist control........ 243
Driving assist systems........ 245
Pre-Collision System.......... 249
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage............. 255
Vehicle load limits............... 260
Winter driving tips............... 261
Trailer towing...................... 266
Dinghy towing..................... 267
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Interior features
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Air conditioning system ...... 270
Using the steering wheel
climate remote control
switches ........................... 280
Solar Ventilation System.... 282
Remote Air Conditioning
System............................. 285
Rear window and outside rear
view mirror defoggers....... 289
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system type.............. 291
Using the radio................... 294
Using the CD player........... 303
Playing back MP3
and WMA discs................ 311
Optimal use of
the audio system.............. 319
Using the AUX adapter ...... 322
Using the steering
switches ........................... 323
3-3. Using the hands-free system
(for cellular phone)
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)........... 326
Using the hands-free
system.............................. 329
Making a phone call........... 338
Setting a cellular phone...... 344
Security and system
setup ................................ 350
Using the phone book........ 354
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3-4. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list.................. 363
• Personal/interior
light main switch............... 364
• Personal/interior lights...... 365
• Interior light....................... 365
3-5. Using the storage features
List of storage features....... 367
• Glove boxes ..................... 368
• Console box ..................... 369
• Overhead console............ 370
• Card holder....................... 371
• Cup holders...................... 372
• Bottle holders ................... 374
• Auxiliary box..................... 375
3-6. Other interior features
Sun visors........................... 376
Vanity mirror....................... 377
Outside temperature
display .............................. 378
Power outlets...................... 379
Seat heaters....................... 381
Armrest............................... 383
Floor mats........................... 384
Luggage compartment
features ............................ 385
Garage door opener........... 389
Safety Connect................... 395
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Maintenance and care
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When trouble arises
4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle’s exterior......... 404
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle’s interior.......... 407
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements..................... 410
General maintenance.......... 412
Emission inspection
and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................... 415
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions....................... 416
Hood ................................... 420
Positioning a floor jack........ 423
Engine compartment........... 425
12 volt battery ..................... 436
Tires.................................... 441
Tire inflation pressure ......... 451
Wheels................................ 455
Air conditioning filter............ 457
Electronic key battery.......... 460
Checking and replacing
fuses................................. 462
Light bulbs........................... 472
5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers............ 486
If your vehicle needs
to be towed....................... 487
If you think something is
wrong ............................... 493
Event data recorder............ 494
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds.............................. 496
If a warning message is
displayed.......................... 508
If you have a flat tire........... 524
If the hybrid system
will not start...................... 538
If you lose your keys........... 540
If the electronic key does
not operate properly......... 541
If the 12 volt battery is
discharged........................ 543
If your vehicle overheats .... 548
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................. 553
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Vehicle specifications
Index
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)........... 556
Fuel information ................. 568
Tire information.................. 572
6-2. Customization
Customizable features ....... 587
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize................. 593
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Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ................ 596
Seat belt instructions for
Canadian owners
(in French)........................ 597
Abbreviation list ............... 600
Alphabetical index............ 601
What to do if...................... 610
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P. 210
P. 206
P. 420
P. 206
P. 100
P. 96
P. 206
P. 178
P. 209
P. 206
Exterior
Windshield wipers
Parking lights
Hood
Headlights (low beam)
Moonroof with Solar Panel
Outside rear view mirrors
Headlights (high beam)
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Front side marker lights
Front turn signal lights
Fog lights
P. 212
Fuel filler door
P. 104
P. 67
P. 289
P. 72
P. 206
P. 206
P. 178
P. 441
P. 524
P. 451
P. 572
Rear window wiper
Side doors
Tires
Rotation
Replacement
Inflation pressure
Information
Rear window defogger
Back door
License plate lights
Tail and rear side marker lights
Rear turn signal lights
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P. 98
P. 85
P. 113
P. 113
P. 82
P. 78
P. 383
P. 384
P. 368
P. 369
P. 80
P. 113
P. 372
Interior
Head restraints
Seat belts
Power window switches
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SRS driver airbag
SRS front passenger
airbag
Armrest Cup holder
Rear seat
Console box
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Floor mat
Glove boxes
Front seat
SRS side airbag
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With moon roof
P. 389
P. 93
P. 100
P. 377
P. 113
P. 363
P. 376
P. 363
P. 395
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror
Personal/interior lights
Interior light
SRS curtain shield airbag
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“SOS” button
Vanity mirror
Sun visor Moon roof switch Garage door opener switches
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P. 389
P. 93
P. 377
P. 113
P. 363
P. 376
P. 363
P. 370
P. 395
Without moon roof
Interior
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror
Overhead console Personal/interior lights
Interior light
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SRS curtain shield airbag
“SOS” button
Vanity mirror
Sun visor Garage door opener switches
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P. 67
P. 98
P. 98
Inside lock button
P. 67
Door lock switch
Power window switches
Window lock switch
ITOPP103
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P. 212
P. 181
P. 188
P. 420
P. 113
P. 372
P. 374
P. 180
P. 104
P. 368
P. 92
P. 206
P. 178
P. 209
P. 210
P. 291
P. 179
Bottle holder
Headlight switch Turn signal lever Fog light switch
Instrument panel
Windshield wipers and washer switch
Rear window wiper and washer switch
Gauges and meters
Multi-information display
Horn
Audio system
Navigation system
Glove boxes Cup holder SRS knee airbag Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever
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Parking brake pedal Hood opener Fuel filler door opener
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P. 213
P. 96
P. 184
Ventilation switch
P. 282
Headlight cleaner switch
Outside rear view mirror
switches
Instrument panel light control dial
ITOPP120
: If equipped
*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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P. 326
P. 323
P. 280
P. 188
P. 188
P. 326
P. 218
P. 235
P. 214, 218
Instrument panel
Talk switch*
Audio remote control switches
Telephone switch*
Distance switch
“LKA” switch
Cruise control switch
Climate remote control switches
“DISP” button
“TRIP” button
ITOPP116
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MPH or km/h button
P. 183
P. 162
APGS pre-support switch*
Power (ignition) switch
: If equipped
*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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P. 289
P. 270
Air conditioning system
Instrument panel
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Rear window defogger switch
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P. 171
P. 171
P. 171
P. 168
P. 486
P. 171
“PWR MODE” switch
“ECO MODE” switch
“EV” switch
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Shift lever
“P” position switch
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P. 385
P. 72
P. 385
P. 385
P. 385
P. 385
Luggage compartment light
Luggage compartment
Luggage cover
Auxiliary box
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Cargo hooks
Auxiliary box
Cargo hooks
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For your information
Main Owner’s Manual
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equip­ment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may differ from your vehicle in terms of equipment.
Noise from under vehicle after turning off the hybrid system
Approximately five hours after the hybrid system is turned off, you may hear sound coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel evaporation leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota vehi­cles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products. Mod­ification with non-genuine Toyota products could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addi­tion, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty.
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Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequen­tial multiport fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake sys­tem, vehicle stability control system, SRS airbag system, seat belt pretensioner system or hybrid system, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installa­tion.
High voltage parts and cables on the hybrid vehicles emit approximately the same amount of electromagnetic waves as the conventional gasoline pow­ered vehicles or home electronic appliances despite of their electromagnetic shielding.
Unwanted noise may occur in the reception of the mobile two-way radio.
Scrapping of your Toyota
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These compo­nents may include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote con­trol batteries.
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CAUTION
General precautions while driving
Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influ­ence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehi­cle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that could result in death or serious injury.
Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.
Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that dis­tracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or others.
General precaution regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to have or use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral. There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the windows, the moon roof, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.
Dispose of the hybrid battery (traction battery)
If your vehicle is disposed of without the hybrid battery having been removed, there is a danger of serious electric shock if high voltage parts, cables and their connectors are touched. In the event of that your vehicle must be disposed of, the hybrid battery must be disposed of your Toyota dealer or a qualified service shop. If the hybrid battery is not disposed of properly, they may cause electric shock that can result in death or serious injury.
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Symbols used throughout this manual
CAUTION
NOTICE
ITOPP105
Cautions & Notices
This is a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others.
This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Toyota and its equipment.
Symbols used in illustrations
Safety symbol
The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.
Arrows indicating operations
Indicates the action (pushing, turning, etc.) used to operate switches and other devices.
Indicates the outcome of an operation (e.g. a lid opens).
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Before driving

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1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid system.................... 28
1-2. Key information
Keys................................... 41
Smart key system
(with entry function) ......... 43
Smart key system
(without entry function) .... 57
1-5. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows.................. 98
Moonroof with Solar
Panel.............................. 100
1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap................................. 104
1-3. Opening, closing and locking
the doors and back door
Wireless remote control..... 63
Side doors.......................... 67
Back door........................... 72
1-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Front seats......................... 78
Rear seats.......................... 80
Head restraints................... 82
Seat belts........................... 85
Steering wheel................... 92
Inside rear view mirror ....... 93
Outside rear view mirrors... 96
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system.......... 108
Theft prevention labels
(U.S.A.).......................... 110
1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture..... 111
SRS airbags..................... 113
Front passenger occupant
classification system...... 126
Child restraint systems..... 132
Installing child
restraints........................ 137
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1-1. Hybrid system

Your vehicle is a hybrid vehicle. It has characteristics different from
conventional vehicles. Be sure you are closely familiar with the char-
acteristics of your vehicle, and operate with care.
The hybrid system combines a gasoline engine and an electric
motor (traction motor) according to driving conditions, improving
fuel efficiency and reducing exhaust emissions.
Gasoline engine Electric motor (Traction motor)
Hybrid system
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1-1. Hybrid system
When stopped/during take-off
The gasoline engine stops when the vehicle is stopped. During take-off, the electric motor (traction motor) drives the vehicle. At slow speeds or when traveling down a gentle slope, the engine is stopped and the motor is used.
During normal driving
The gasoline engine is predominantly used. The electric motor (traction motor) charges the hybrid battery (traction battery) as necessary.
When accelerating sharply
The power of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is added via electric motor (traction motor) to that of the gasoline engine.
When braking (Regenerative brake)
The electric motor (traction motor) charges the hybrid battery (traction battery).
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Regenerative braking
The motor generator converts kinetic energy to electric energy when:
The accelerator pedal is released.
The brake pedal is depressed with the shift lever in “D” or “B”.
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Conditions in which the gasoline engine may not stop
The gasoline engine starts and stops automatically. However, the followings are examples of conditions under which the engine may not stop automati­cally:
The gasoline engine is warming up.
The hybrid battery (traction battery) is being charged.
The hybrid battery (traction battery) temperature is low or high.
The temperature setting of the air conditioning system is high.
Charging the battery
As the gasoline engine or regenerative brake charges the hybrid battery
(traction battery), the battery does not need to be charged from an outside source. However, if the vehicle is left parked for a long time the hybrid battery will slowly discharge. For this reason, be sure to drive the vehicle at least once every several months for at least 30 minutes or 10 miles (16 km). If the hybrid battery becomes fully discharged and you are unable to jump-start the vehicle with the 12 volt battery, contact your Toyota dealer.
If the shift lever is in “N”, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be
charged. When driving in heavy traffic, operate the vehicle with the shift lever in “D” or “B” to avoid discharging the battery.
After the 12 volt battery has discharged or has been changed or
removed
The gasoline engine may not stop even if the vehicle is running on the hybrid battery (traction battery). If this continues for a few days, contact your T oyot a dealer.
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