Toyota Prius c Owner's Manual
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Foreword
Welcome to the growing group of value- conscious people who drive Toyotas. We are proud of the advanced engineering and
quality construction of each vehicle we build.
This Owner’s Manual explains the operation of your new Toyota. Please read it thoroughly and have all the occupants
follow the instructions carefully. Doing so will help you enjoy many years of safe and trouble- free motoring. For
important information about this manual and your Toyota, read the following pages carefully.
When it comes to service, remember that your Toyota dealer knows your vehicle very well and is interested in your complete
satisfaction. Your Toyota dealer will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance you may require.
If there is not a Toyota dealer near you, please call the following number:
U.S. OWNERS
: When traveli ng in the U.S. mainland or Canada:
T oyota Customer Experience Center Toll-free:1- 800-331- 4331
Hawaii:
Servco A utomotive Customer Services Toll-free:1- 888-272- 5515
CANADIAN OWNERS:
When travel ing in Canada or the U. S. mainland:
T oyota Canada Customer Interaction Centre Toll-free:1- 888-TOYOTA-8 or 1- 888- 869-6828
Please leave this Owner’s Manual in this vehicle at the time of resale. The next owner will need this information also.
All information and specifications in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of Toyota’s policy of
continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
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.
Please acces s our websites for fur ther information.
The U.S. mainland www.toyota.com
Hawaii www.toyotahawaii.com
Canada www.toyota.ca
2005 TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION
All ri ghts reserved. T his material m ay not be repr oduced or copied, in whole or i n part, without the writt en permission of Toyota
Motor Corporat ion.
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Important information about this manual
Safety and vehicle damage warnings
Throughout this manual, you will see safety and vehicle damage warnings. You must follow these warnings carefully to
avoid possible injury or damage.
The types of warnings, what they look like, and how they are
used in this manual are explained as follows:
CAUTION
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.
NOTICE
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 vehicle and its
equipment.
Safety symbol
When you see the safety symbol shown
above, it means: “Do not...”; “Do not do
this”; or “Do not let this happen”.
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Important information about your Toyota
Occupant restraint systems
Toyota encourages you and your family to take the time
to read Section 2- 2 of this Owner’s Manual carefully. In
terms of helping you understand how you can receive
the maximum benefit of the occupant restraint systems
this vehicle provides, Section 2-2 of this Owner’s Manual is the most important section for you and your family
to read.
Section 2- 2 describes the function and operation concerning seats, seat belts, SRS airbags and child restraint systems of this vehicle and some potential hazards you should be aware of. These systems work together along with the overall structure of this vehicle in
order to provide occupant restraint in the event of a
crash. The effect of each system is enhanced when it is
used properly and together with other systems. No
single occupant restraint system can, by itself, provide
you or your family with the equal level of restraint which
these systems can provide when used together. That is
why it is important for you and your family to understand the purpose and proper use of each of these
systems and how they relate to each other.
The purpose of all occupant restraint systems is to help
reduce the possibility of death or serious injury in the
event of a collision. None of these systems, either individually or together, can ensure that there is no injury in
the event of collision. However, the more you know
about these systems and how to use them properly, the
greater your chances become of surviving an accident
without death or serious injury.
Seat belts provide the primary restraint to all occupants
of the vehicle, and every occupant of the vehicle should
wear seat belts properly at all times. Children should
always be secured in child restraint systems that are
appropriate for their age and size. SRS (Supplemental
Restraint System) airbags are, as their names imply,
designed to work with, and be supplemental to, seat
belts and are not substitutes for them. SRS airbags can
be very effective in reducing the risk of head and chest
injuries by preventing contact of the head and chest with
interior portions of the vehicle.
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In order to be effective, the SRS airbags must deploy
with tremendous speed. The rapid deployment of the
SRS airbags makes the SRS airbags themselves potential sources of serious injury if an occupant is too close
to an airbag, or if an object or some part of his or her
body has been placed between the occupant and the
airbag at the time of deployment. This is just one example of how the instructions in Section 2-2 of this Owner’s Manual will help ensure proper use of the occupant
restraint systems, and increase the safety they can provide to you and your family in the event of an accident.
Toyota recommends you to read the provisions in Section 2- 2 carefully and refer to them as needed during
your time of ownership of this vehicle.
Event data recorder
Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control
certain aspects of your vehicle. These computers assist
in driving and maintaining optimal vehicle performance.
Besides storing data useful for troubleshooting, there is
a system to record data in a crash or a near car crash
event. This is called an Event Data Recorder (EDR).
The SRS airbag sensor assembly contains the EDR. In
a crash or a near car crash event, this device may
record some or all of the following information:
Engine speed
Whether the brake pedal was applied or not
Vehicle speed
To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed
Position of the transmission selector lever
Whether the driver and front passenger wore the
seat belts or not
Driver’s seat position
Front passenger’s occupant classification
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SRS airbag deployment data
SRS airbag system diagnostic data
If your vehicle is equipped with a vehicle stability control (VSC) system, its Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may
contain another EDR. There are a variety of driving
situations which include activating the VSC under which
the VSC EDR will record certain information. The VSC
EDR may record some or all of the following information:
Behavior of the vehicle
Steering wheel angle
Vehicle speed
To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed
To what extent the brake pedal was applied
To what extent the ECU controlled the condition of
the 4 wheels
Vehicle stability control system diagnostic data
The information above is intended to be used for the
purpose of improving vehicle safety performance. Unlike
general data recorders, the EDR does not record sound
data such as conversation between passengers.
Toyota will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to
a third party except when:
An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the leas-
ing company for a leased vehicle) is obtained
Officially requested by the police or other authorities
Used as a defence for Toyota in a law suit
Ordered by the court
However, if necessary Toyota will:
Use the data for research on Toyota vehicle safety
performance
Disclose the data to a third party for research pur-
poses without disclosing details of the vehicle owner, and only when it is deemed necessary
Disclose summarized data cleared of vehicle identifi-
cation information to a non- Toyota organization for
research purposes
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New vehicle warranty
Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota
limited warranties:
New vehicle warranty
Emission control systems warranty
Others
For further information, please refer to the “Owner’s
Warranty Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.
Your responsibility for maintenance
It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure the specified maintenance is performed. Section 7 gives details of
these maintenance requirements. Also included in Section 7 is general maintenance. For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.
Important health and safety
information about your Toyota
CAUTION
WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constitu-
ents, and a wide variety of automobile components contain or emit chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. In addition,
oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well
as waste produced by component wear contain or
emit chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your
hands after handling. Used engine oil contains
chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory
animals. Always protect your skin by washing
thoroughly wit h soap and water.
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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.
Spark ignition system of your Toyota
The spark ignition system in your Toyota meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference- Causing Equipment Standard.
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
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 and Toyota hybrid
system, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for
precautionary measures or special instructions regarding
installation.
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Smart entry and start system
Users of any electrical medical devices such as implanted pacemakers should consult the manufacturer of
the device for information about its operation under the
influence of radio waves. Radio waves could have unexpected effects on the operation of such medical devices.
For details, see “Keys” on page 20 and “Smart entry
and start system” on page 24 in Section 2- 1.
Tires and loading on your Toyota
Underinflated or o verinflated ti re inflation pressure
and the excess load may r esult in t he deterioration
of steering ability and braking ability, l eading to an
accident. Check the tire inflation pressure periodically and be sure to keep the load limits given in
this Owner’s Manual. For d etails about tire inflation
pressure and load limits, see page 405 and pages
342.
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 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 the qualified service
shop or by your Toyota dealer before you dispose of your
vehicle.
CAUTION
When your vehicle or battery needs to be disposed of, be sure to consult your Toyota dealer.
Hybrid batteries must be collected through
Toyota dealers. If your vehicle is disposed of
without dismantling, someone could receive an
electric shock by touching the high voltage
parts of the hybrid battery. If the battery is not
disposed of properly, its contents can cause
death or serious injury.
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Hybrid battery
The hybrid battery has a limited service life. Call your
Toyota dealer for information about recycling or disposal
of hybrid battery and your vehicle.
Leak detection pump
This pump performs fuel evaporation leakage check. This
check is done approximately five hours after the hybrid
system is turned off. So you may hear a sound coming
from underneath the luggage compartment for several
minutes. It does not indicate a malfunction.
CAUTION
Precautions for use
of hybrid vehicle
The vehicle has both high voltage DC and AC systems as
well as a 12-volt system. DC and AC high voltage are both
very dangerous and can cause death or serious injury, severe burns and electric shock.
In order to avoid personal injuries, do not touch
the high voltage cables (orange colored) and their
connectors.
Follow the caution labels attached to the high volt-
age parts.
Do not remove or replace the high voltage parts
such as the inverter unit (located in the engine
compartment), hybrid battery (located behind rear
seat), etc.
Do not touch the service plug located in the left
side trim of the luggage compartment without hybrid system technical training. (See “Precautions
for use” on page 14 in Section 1-2.) This component is provided to disable the high voltage system in case of servicing at a Toyota dealer.
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CAUTION
If an accident occurs
Pull your vehicle off the road, push the “P” posi-
tion switch, stop the hybrid system and if the key
is inserted into key slot, remove it.
In order to avoid personal injuries, do not touch
any high voltage wirings and their connectors, and
high voltage parts (inverter unit, hybrid battery,
etc.).
If some exposed electric wires are protruding in-
side or outside of your vehicle, an electric shock
may occur. Never touch the electri c wires.
If fluid leaks or gets in some parts of the vehicle,
never touch it because it may be electrolyte
(strong alkali) from the hybrid battery. If it gets
into your skin or eyes, wash off immediately with
a large amount of water, if possible, boric acid
solution, and get immediate medical attention in
order to help avoid serious injury.
If a vehicle fire occurs, extinguish it using a fire
extinguisher for the exclusive use on elect ric fires.
Or, use a large amount of water to prevent flammable gas from being generated from the batteries.
If your vehicle needs to be towed, do it with the
front wheels raised. For details on towing, see “If
your vehicle needs to be towed” on page 372 in
Section 5.
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CAUTION
High Voltage
Your vehicle is equipped with cables connected to
parts of the vehicle subject to high voltage (about
500 V at maximum). There are some other parts that
reach high temperatures while you drive. Never
touch battery cables (wrapped in orange- colored harnesses) or their connectors since they are under
high voltage and dangerous. Caution labels are applied to these parts to identify them. Carefully observe the instructions on these caution labels.
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WE REALLY CARE ABOUT YOU PLEASE BUCKLE UP
Toyota has made a special effort to encourage use of seat belts.
Toyota belts are:
Comfortable
Easy to use
Convenient
We encourage you to use your belts every time you drive.
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Quick index
If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 125. . .
If your vehicle will not start 356. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle overheats 360. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you have a flat tire 361. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle needs to be towed 372. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips for driving during break-in period 318. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to start the hybrid system 348. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General maintenance 387. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Complete index NO TAG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gas station information
Fuel type:
UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91)
or higher.
See page 318 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity:
45 L (11.9 gal., 9.9 lmp.gal.)
See page 320 for detailed information.
Engine oil:
ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recommended.
See page 401 for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages 405 through 412.
Tire inflation pressure: See page 429.
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You should know as much about the quality and
importance of proper maintenance of your new
vehicle as the people who built it.
The Toyota authorized Repair Manual
tells you how to maintain your vehicle and
enables you to correctly perform your own
maintenance.
The best way to keep your new vehicle in top
running order is to maintain it properly from
the moment you drive it off the showroom
floor.
The Toyota authorized Repair Manual is
packed with literally everything you need to
know to perform your own maintenance in
virtually every area of your new vehicle.
Where to obtain the
Repair Manual
The repair manual for PRIUS may be purchased
from any Toyota dealer or the Material Dis−
tribution Center. To purchase the repair manu−
al, please contact your Toyota dealer or call the
Material Distribution Center toll− free at
1− 800− 622− 2033.
Maintenance procedures for the engine,
chassis, body, electrical system, and more,
are clearly explained and illustrated.
Periodic maintenance and tune−up
Periodic maintenance and tune− up helps to pre−
vent small problems from growing into larger ones lat−
er on. The repair manual outlines exactly what main−
tenance is required and clearly explains how to do the
work yourself step− by− step.
Areas covered include such things as spark plug re−
placement, valve clearance adjustment and engine oil
and filter replacement.
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FEATURES ON NEW TOYOTA VEHICLE
Overview of instruments and controls
Instrument p anel overvieww2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument cluster and multi-information display overview 5. . . . . . . .
Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster and mul ti-information
display 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 1–
1
2
Instrument panel overview
1. Side vents 297. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. Side defroster outlets
3. Instrument cluster 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. Center vents 297. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5. Glove boxes 307. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6. Power door lock switches 40. . . . . . . . .
7. Power window switches 43. . . . . . . . . . .
8. Auxiliary boxes 311. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9. Cup holders 312. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10. AUX adapter 306. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11. Power outlet 305. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12. Tilt steering lock release lever 104. . . .
13. Hood lock release lever 45. . . . . . . . . . .
14. Parking brake pedal 156. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
15. Power rear view mirror
control switch 105. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16. Window lock switch 44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1. Headlight and turn signal
switches 110. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2. Wiper and washer switches 117. . . . . . .
3. “POWER” switch 139. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. Clock 302. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5. Multi-information display or
navigation system including
multi- information display
(For the navigation system,
see the separate “Navigation
System Owner’s Manual”.) 160. . . . . . . .
6. Emergency flasher switch 114. . . . . . . . .
7. Trip meter reset button 123. . . . . . . . . . .
8. Km/h or MPH button 124. . . . . . . . . . . . .
9. Audio system 242. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10. Power outlet 305. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11. “P” position switch 144. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12. Electronic shift lever
(R, N, D, B) 144. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13. Key slot 138. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14. Cruise control switch 157. . . . . . . . . . . . .
15. Tire pressure warning system
reset switch 150. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16. Smart entry and start system
cancel switch 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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17. Climate remote control
switches 297. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18. Instrument panel light control
dial 114. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
19. Audio remote control switches 277. . . .
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1. Service reminder indicators
and indicator lights 125, 132. . . . . . . . . .
2. Speedometer
3. Fuel gauge 122. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4. Odometer and trip meter 123. . . . . . . . .
Instrument cluster and multi- information display overview
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Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster and multi- information display
or
and
Brake system warning lights
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1
Driver’s seat belt reminder light
∗
1
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light
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1
Malfunction indicator lamp
∗
1
Low fuel level indicator light
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1
Open door warning light
∗
1
Master warning light
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1
Anti- lock brake system warning light
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1
SRS warning light
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1
Engine oil replacement reminder light
∗
1
(for vehicles sold in U.S.A.)
Vehicle stability control system warning light
∗
1
Charging system warning light
∗
2
High coolant temperature warning light
∗
2
Low engine oil pressure warning light
∗
2
Hybrid battery warning light
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2
or
(U.S.A)
(Canada)
Low tire pressure warning light
∗
1
7
or
Hybrid vehicle immobilizer / Theft deterrent
system indicator light
Tail light indicator light
Shift position indicator light
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4
Driving ready light
Automatic air conditioner indicator light
Recirculate mode indicator light
Smart entry and start system warning light
∗
5
Windshield air flow indicator light
Slip indicator light
Headlight high beam indicator light
Headlight indicator light
Turn signal indicator lights
Cruise control indicator light
∗
3
Hybrid system warning light
∗
2
Automatic head light leveling system
warning light
∗
2
Electric power steering system warning light
∗
2
Front passenger occupant classification
indicator light
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers indicator light
8
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1
: For det ails, see “Serv ice reminder indi-
cators and warning buzzers— —Instrument cluster” on page 125.
∗
2
: For det ails, see “Serv ice reminder indi-
cators and warning buzzers— —Multiinformation display” on page 132.
∗
3
: If this light flashes, see “Cruise con-
trol” on page 157.
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4
: For details, see “Hybrid transaxle” on
page 144.
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5
: For details, see “Smart entry and start
system” on page 24.
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FEATURES ON NEW T OYOTA VEHICLE
Toyota hybrid system
Toyota hybrid systemm10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Toyota hybrid system operating condition 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting your vehicle 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
For efficient use of your vehicl e 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Precautions for use 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION
1
–
2
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Toyota hybrid system combines a gasoline engine and electric motor power to
improve the fuel economy and minimize
the emissions as well as to provide
better power performance than the ordinary gasoline- powered vehicles.
Depending on the driving condition, the
vehicle runs on the best combination of;
Gasoline engine power
Electric motor power generated by
the gasoline engine
Electric motor power of the hybrid
battery
Furthermore, the energy is efficiently used
in the following ways:
When stopping the vehicle, the gaso-
line engine is automatically stopped.
When applying the brak es or decelerat-
ing, electricity is converted from the
turning force of the wheels and stored
in the hybrid battery. (This is called
regenerative brake.)
Since the battery is charged by the
gasoline engine as needed, it does not
require charging from an outside
source like an electric vehicle.
Basic operations are described below. Besides, Toyota hybr id system perf orms various controls depending on the operating
condition: The “Energy Monitor” screen
tells you which power is used currently.
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Electric power
in use
When starting or backing up, etc., the
vehicle runs on electric power from hybrid
battery, because the gasoline engine efficiency is low.
Toyota hybrid system
Toyota hybrid system
operating condition
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Gasoline power
in use
During normal driving, the vehicle runs
mainly on gasoline power. However, the
electric motor, using electric power generated by the gasoline engine, can supplement the gasoline engine power.
The vehicle controls the optimum ratio of
the gasoline and electric power to help
use energy more efficiently.
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Electric and gasoline
power in use
When driving at full throttle, additional
electric power is applied from the hybrid
battery. Vehicle performance improves.
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Storing electric power
When decreasing speed or applying the
brakes, the turning force of the wheels
makes the electric motor operate as a
generator and additional electricity is
stored in the hybrid battery (regenerative
brake).
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Not in use
When stopping, the gasoline engine automatically shuts off.
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Charging hybrid battery
When the hybrid battery power is insufficient, the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery. The system always supplies
electricity at a constant level.
Your vehicle is equipped wit h push button start system. The hybrid system
will start automatically by pressing the
“POWER” switch briefly with the brake
pedal depressed.
With smart function
1. Carry the key with you.
2. Press the “POWER” switch briefly with
the brake pedal depressed.
Without smart function
1. Insert the key.
2. Press the “POWER” switch briefly with
the brake pedal depressed.
The “READY” light flashes and stays on.
Two beeps sound after a few seconds,
and the hybrid system will start. (If the
ambient temperatur e is low such as during
winter, it may take time until the “READY”
light comes on.) You cannot start your
vehicle when the brake pedal is not depressed. (For details, see “How to start
the hybrid system—” on page 348.)
The engine may not start even with the
“READY” light on.
Starting your vehicle
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Drive your vehicle with a smooth acceleration and deceleration.
While driving, energy is recovered
through the regenerative brake as the
vehicle decelerates. However, for more
efficient use, do not accelerate or decelerate your vehicle more than necessary.
Avoid abrupt ac celeration and deceler a-
tion.
The remaining capacity of the hybrid
battery can be confirmed on the energy
monitor screen of the multi-information
display. See “Information” on page 166
for details. Gradual or non- abrupt acceleration or deceleration will more effectively use the benefits of an electric
motor without having to use gasoline
engine power.
When parking, be sure to put the hybrid transaxle in “P”. While driving, use
the hybrid transaxle in “D”.
In “N”, the gasoline engine operates
but electr icity cannot be generated. The
battery will be discharged requiring unnecessary engine power to recharge.
The hybrid system automatically re-
charges the hybrid battery when the
remaining battery power is reduced.
However, the charging is not available
if the hybrid transaxle is “N”.
INFORMATION:
The gasoline engine starts and stops
automatically. (It stops during a low
load driving, deceleration or when the
vehicle is stopped.)
If the “READY” light remains on, you
can start your vehicle using the electric
motor even with the gasoline engine
stopped.
The gasoline engine may not stop automatically in the following conditions:
During gasoline engine warm- up
During hybrid battery charging
During low or high hybrid battery
temperature
For efficient use of your
vehicle
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The vehicle runs in combination with
the gasoline and electric power. Pay
special attention to the following items.
Be careful of high voltage and high
temperature.
Your vehicle is equipped with the orange
colored cables connected to the hybrid
battery (about 200 V) and to other components that are all high voltage.
CAUTION
Do not touch or come in contact with
orange cables or battery terminals.
Electric shock may cause serious injury or death. Read all caution labels.
An electric motor, coolant radiator and
some other parts reach high temperature
while driv ing. Caution labels are appli ed to
these parts. Carefully observe the instructions on these caution labels.
CAUTION
Never remove or disassemble any
high voltage part, high voltage cables
(orange color) and their connectors.
It may cause death or serious injury.
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Inverter unit
Hybrid battery
Service
plug
High voltage cables
Air conditioning
compressor
High voltage
cables
Electric motor
Do not touch the service plug.
The service plug is installed in the left
side trim of the luggage compartment. It
is provided to disable high voltage current
from the hybrid battery when the vehicle
is in need of repairs at your Toyota
dealer.
CAUTION
The shaded parts in the illustration
are subjected to high voltage.
Inappropriate handling may cause
an electric shock resulting in serious injury or death. Never touch
any item in shaded area.
These high voltage parts or cables
consisting of an electromagnetic
shielding structure produce relatively
the same amount of electromagnetic
waves as conventional gasolinefueled vehicles or home electric appliances.
As unwanted noise may occur in the
reception of mobile radios, contact
your Toyota dealer for installation or
removal.
Always keep your hybrid vehicle’s driving characteristics in mind.
CAUTION
The driver should pay full attention
around the vehicle especially when it
is driven only by the electric motor
(with the gasoline engine stopped).
People in the immediate area might
misjudge the hybrid vehicle movement based on the absence of the
regular engine noise.
Precautions for use
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