2013 Toyota Prius V Owners Manual

Parking the vehicle/starting the hybrid system

Reversing Neutral

Normal driving*

Applying moderate engine braking when driving

down hills or on steep slopes

*: For good fuel economy and noise reduction, the D position should usu-

ally be used.

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■ Selecting a driving mode

The following modes can be selected to suit driving conditions:

Eco drive mode The torque generated in response to accelerator pedal depres- sion will lessen compared to normal, and air conditioning opera- tion (heating/cooling) will be restrained, thus suiting driving with improved fuel efficiency. When the “ECO MODE” switch is pressed, the “ECO MODE” indicator comes on. Power mode Use when high levels of response and feeling are desirable, such as when driving in mountainous regions or when overtak- ing. When the power mode switch is pressed, the power mode indicator comes on.

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P position switch

■ When shifting the shift position to P

Fully stop the vehicle and set the parking brake, and then press the P position switch.

the shift position

When is changed to P, the switch indicator comes on. Check that the P position is illumi- nated on the shift position indica- tor.

■ Shifting the shift position from P to other positions

● While depressing the brake pedal firmly, operate the shift lever. If the shift lever is operated without depressing the brake pedal, the buzzer will sound and the shifting operation will be disabled. ● When selecting the shift position, make sure that the shift posi- tion has been changed to the desired position by checking the shift position indicator provided on the instrument cluster. ● The shift position cannot be changed from P to B directly.

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■Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode

Eco drive mode controls the heating/cooling operations and fan speed of the air conditioning system to enhance fuel efficiency. (→P. 187) To improve air conditioning performance, adjust the fan speed or turn off Eco drive mode.

■For the shift positions

●When the “POWER” switch is off, the shift position cannot be changed. ●When the “POWER” switch is in ON mode (the hybrid system is not oper- ating), the shift position can only be changed to N. The shift position will be changed to N even if the shift lever is shifted to D or R and held in that position.

●When the “READY” indicator is on, the shift position can be changed

from P to D, N or R.

●When the “READY” indicator is flashing, the shift position cannot be changed from P to other position even if the shift lever is operated. Wait until the “READY” indicator changes from a flashing to a solid light, and then operate the shift lever again.

●The shift position can only be changed to B directly from D. In addition, if an attempt is made to change the shift position by moving the shift lever or by pressing the P position switch in any of the following situa- tions, the buzzer will sound and the shifting operation will be disabled or the shift position will automatically change to N. When this happens, select an appropriate shift position. ●Situations where the shifting operation will be disabled:

• When an attempt is made to change the shift position from P to other

position by moving the shift lever without depressing the brake pedal.

• When an attempt is made to change the shift position from P or N to B

by moving the shift lever.

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●Situations where the shift position will automatically change to N: • When the P position switch is pressed while the vehicle is running.*1
• When an attempt is made to select the R position by moving the shift lever when the vehicle is moving forward.*2
• When an attempt is made to select the D position by moving the shift lever when the vehicle is moving in reverse.*3
• When an attempt is made to change the shift position from R to B by *1: Shift position may be changed to P when driving at extremely low

moving the shift lever.

speeds.

*2: Shift position may be changed to R when driving at low speeds. *3: Shift position may be changed to D when driving at low speeds. ■Reverse warning buzzer

When shifting into R, a buzzer will sound to inform the driver that the shift position is in R.

■When the accelerator pedal is depressed while the shift position is in N

A buzzer will sound to inform the driver that the shift position is in N.

■Automatically P position selection function

When the shift position is in a position other than P, pressing the “POWER” switch with the vehicle stopped completely will cause the shift position to change to P automatically, and then the “POWER” switch will turn off.

■If the shift position cannot be shifted from P

There is a possibility that the 12-volt battery is discharged. Check the 12-volt battery in this situation. (→P. 483)

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■About engine braking

When shift position B is selected, releasing the accelerator pedal will apply engine braking. ●When the vehicle is driven at high speeds, compared to ordinary gaso- line-fueled vehicles, the engine braking deceleration is felt less than that of other vehicles.

●The vehicle can be accelerated even when shift position B is selected. If the vehicle is driven continuously in the B position, fuel efficiency will become low. Usually, shift the shift position to D. ■When canceling Eco drive mode/power mode

●Press the switch again. Also, power mode will be canceled automatically when the “POWER” switch is turned off. However, Eco drive mode will not be canceled automatically until the switch is pressed, even if the “POWER” switch is turned off.

●When in Eco drive mode, if the power mode switch is pressed or the operation is reversed, the mode will switch to that of the last switch to be pressed.

■Switching the drive mode when in EV drive mode

→P. 184

■After recharging/reconnecting the 12-volt battery

→P. 388

■Customization

Settings (e.g. Reverse warning buzzer) can be changed. (Customizable features →P. 527)

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CAUTION

■When driving on slippery road surfaces

Do not accelerate or shift the shift position suddenly. Sudden changes in engine braking may cause the vehicle to spin or skid, resulting in an accident.

■For the shift lever

Do not remove the shift lever knob or use anything but a genuine Toyota shift lever knob. Also, do not hang anything on the shift lever. Doing so could prevent the shift lever from returning to position, causing unexpected accidents to occur when the vehicle is in motion.

■P position switch

Do not press the P position switch while the vehicle is moving. If the P position switch is pressed when driving at very low speeds (for example, directly before stopping the vehicle), the vehicle may stop sud- denly when the shift position switches to P, which could lead to an accident.

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NOTICE

■Hybrid battery (traction battery) charge

If the shift position is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be charged. To help prevent the battery from discharging, avoid leaving the N position selected for an extended period of time.

■Situations where P position control system malfunctions are possible If any of the following situations occurs, P position control system malfunc- tions are possible. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place on level ground, apply the park- ing brake, and then contact your Toyota dealer. ●When the “P LOCK MALFUNCTION WHEN PARKING, PARK IN FLAT PLACE AND APPLY PARKING BRAKE SECURELY” warning message appears on the instrument cluster. (→P. 450)

●When the parking lock system warning light is illuminated. ●When everything except the shift position indicator selection frame is illu-

minated.

●When the shift position indicator remains off.

■Notes regarding shift lever and P position switch operation

Avoid repeatedly operating the shift lever and P position switch in quick suc- cession. The system protection function may activate and it will not be temporarily possible to shift the shift position other than P. If this happens, please wait for a while before attempting to change the shift position again.

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2-1. Driving procedures Turn signal lever

The turn signal lever can be used to show the following intention of the driver:

Right turn Left turn Lane change to the right (push and hold the lever partway) The right hand signals will flash until you release the lever. Lane change left (push and hold the lever partway) The left hand signals will flash until you release the lever.

the

to

■Turn signals can be operated when The “POWER” switch is in ON mode.

■If the indicator flashes faster than usual

Check that a light bulb in the front or rear turn signal lights has not burned out.

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2-1. Driving procedures Parking brake

U.S.A.

Canada

To set the parking brake, fully depress the parking brake pedal with your left foot while depressing the brake pedal with your right foot. (Depressing the pedal again releases the parking brake.)

■Parking brake engaged warning buzzer

→P. 446

■Usage in winter time

See “Winter driving tips” for parking brake usage in winter time. (→P. 273)

NOTICE

■Before driving

Fully release the parking brake. Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake wear.

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2-1. Driving procedures Horn

To sound the horn, press on or close to the

mark.

■After adjusting the steering wheel

Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked. The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked. (→P. 107)

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2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters

The units used on the trip information display etc. may differ depending on the target region. The following gauges and meters and display illuminate when the “POWER” switch is in ON mode:

Hybrid System Indicator Hybrid System Indicator represents the hybrid system power output and regenerative charging. Speedometer Displays the vehicle speed. Shift position indicators Displays the shift position. Fuel gauge Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank. Hybrid battery (traction battery) status The amount of charge remaining in the hybrid battery (traction battery) is shown by 8 bars.

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Trip information display Displays fuel consumption, driving range, etc. Odometer and trip meter display Odometer: Displays the total distance that the vehicle has been

driven.

Trip meter: Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was last reset. Trip meters “A” and “B” can be used to record and display different dis- tances independently.

Clock →P. 316

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MPH or km/h button

The speed units can be selected MPH or km/h.

Press the button to switch the display between MPH and km/h.

Instrument panel light control

The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted by turn- ing the dial.

Brighter Darker When is turned to ON, the brightness will be reduced slightly unless the control dial is turned fully up.

the headlight switch

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Changing the display

Switches between odometer and trip meter displays. When the trip meter is displayed, pressing and holding the “TRIP” button will reset the trip meter.

Switching the trip information display

Items displayed can be switched by pressing the “DISP” button.

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Trip information display

■ Current fuel consumption

Displays the instant fuel consumption.

■ Average fuel consumption

The average fuel consumption is displayed on both the odometer and the trip meter. • While the odometer is being displayed, or when the odometer/trip meter are not being displayed, the average fuel consumption from the last reset will be displayed.

• While the trip meter is being displayed, the average fuel consumption will be displayed in accordance with the trip meter distance from the last reset.

• The function can be reset by pressing the “DISP” button for longer than 1 second when the average fuel consumption is displayed.

• Use the displayed average fuel consumption

as a reference.

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■ Cruising range

■ “SET” screen

Displays the estimated maximum distance that can be driven with the quantity of fuel remain- ing. • This distance is computed based on your

average fuel consumption. As a result, the actual distance that can be driven may differ from that displayed.

• When only a small amount of fuel is added to

the tank, the display may not be updated. When refueling, turn the “POWER” switch off. If the vehicle is refueled without turning the “POWER” switch off, the display may not be updated.

The items displayed on Hybrid System Indica- tor can be setup. (→P. 205)

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Hybrid System Indicator

Hybrid System Indicator displays the hybrid system operating condi- tion and provides Eco-friendly driving assistance in accordance with the driving conditions and the acceleration. ■ Names and meaning of each icons

Eco Driving Indicator Light Turns on when the vehicle is driven in Eco-friendly. Hybrid System Indicator Refer to “Reading Hybrid System Indicator” below. EV indicator The EV indicator comes on when driving the vehicle using only the electric motor (traction motor).

■ Reading Hybrid System Indicator

As shown below, the driving conditions of the vehicle can be con- firmed by checking the status of the indicator.

Charge area Eco area Hybrid Eco area Power area

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As shown below, the driving conditions of the vehicle can be con- firmed by checking the status of the indicator.

Hybrid System Indicator status

Display*1

Charge area: Shows regenerative charging.*2 (→P. 31)

Eco area: Shows that the vehicle is driven in Eco-friendly.

Hybrid Eco area: Shows that gasoline engine power is not being used very often.*3

Power area: Shows that the driving power is more than the upper limit of Eco driving (during full power driv- ing etc.). *1: The images are examples only, and may vary slightly from actual condi-

tions.

*2: The displayed status is intended as a guide, and may differ from the

actual status.

*3: The gasoline engine will automatically stop and restart under various

conditions.

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Changing Hybrid System Indicator settings

The items displayed on Hybrid System Indicator can be changed by operating the “DISP” button. Stop the vehicle in a place in which the operation can be safely carried out, apply the parking brake, and shift the shift position to P.

STEP 1

STEP 2

After pressing the “DISP” button to display the “SET” screen on the trip information display, press and hold the “DISP” button for 1
second or more.

The “SET” display and Hybrid System Indicator will flash.

Press the “DISP” button while the display is flashing to select the items to be displayed. The display items will flash.

Display all Display Hybrid System Indica- tor and EV indicator Display Hybrid System Indica- tor only Display none Display Eco Driving Indicator Light only

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STEP 3

Press and hold the “DISP” button for 1 second or more to complete the setup. If setup is not completed by pressing and holding the “DISP” button for 1 second or more, or if nothing is operated within approximately 10 seconds, the screen will return and the settings will be lost.

■Eco Driving Indicator Light

Eco Driving Indicator Light will turn on when driving power is lower than the upper limit of Eco driving. It will turn off when the acceleration exceeds the Eco driving accelerator upper limit or when the vehicle is stopped. Eco Driving Indicator Light will not operate in the following conditions: ●The shift position is anything other than D. ●The driving mode is set to power mode or EV drive mode. (→P. 182, 187) ●The vehicle speed is approximately 80 mph (130 km/h) or higher. Eco Driving Indicator Light can be set to activated or deactivated. (→P. 205)

■Remaining hybrid battery (traction battery) charge display

The charge amount of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is automatically controlled by the hybrid system. For this reason, even if electricity is recov- ered via the regenerative braking, or electricity is generated via the gasoline engine, the displayed hybrid battery (traction battery) charge amount may not reach the highest level (level 8). However, this does not indicate a mal- function.

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■Engine speed

On hybrid vehicles, engine speed is precisely controlled in order to help improve fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust emissions etc. There are times when the engine speed that is displayed may differ even when vehicle operation and driving conditions are the same.

■Brightness of the instrument panel light

If the headlight switch is turned to ON while the surrounding area is dark, the instrument panel lights will dim.

■When disconnecting and reconnecting 12-volt battery terminals

The average fuel consumption and cruising range will be reset.

NOTICE

■To prevent damage to the engine and its components

The engine may be overheating if the high coolant temperature warning light comes on or flashes. In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. (→P. 489)

■The trip information display at low temperatures

Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal information display. At extremely low temperatures, the information display monitor may respond slowly, and display changes may be delayed.

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The indicator and warning lights on the instrument cluster inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various systems. Instrument cluster

Some indicators and the units used on the trip information display etc. may differ depending on the target region. Center panel

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■ Indicators

The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s various systems.

*1

Eco Driving Indicator Light (→P. 203)

“ECO MODE” indicator (→P. 187)

Power mode indicator (→P. 187)

Cruise control indicator (→P. 231, 235)

Radar cruise control indicator (→P. 235)

(if equipped) (green)

(if equipped) (green)

“SET” indicator (→P. 231, 235)

Slip indicator (→P. 253, 256)

*1, 2

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(Canada)

Turn signal indicator (→P. 194)

Headlight indicator (→P. 213)

Tail light indicator (→P. 213)

Headlight high beam indicator (→P. 218)

Front fog light indicator (→P. 221)

Security indicator (→P. 119)

“READY” indicator (→P. 175)

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EV indicator (→P. 203)

EV drive mode indica- tor (→P. 182)

Shift position indicators (→P. 185)

*1, 3

(if equipped)

“PCS” warning (→P. 259)

SRS airbag on-off indicator (→P. 138)

*1: These lights turn on when the “POWER” switch is turned to the ON mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating. *3: The light comes on when the system is turned off. The light flashes

faster than usual to indicate that the system is operating.

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■ Warning lights

Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle’s systems. (→P. 446)

*1

*1

*1

*1

*1

*1

(Canada)

(U.S.A.) *1

*1

*1

*1

*1

*1

*1

(U.S.A.) *1

(Canada) (red) *1

(yellow) *1

(if equipped) (if equipped) *1, 2

*1

*1

*1

*1

(if equipped)

(if equipped)

(yellow)

(if equipped)

(yellow)

(U.S.A.)

(Canada) *1

(U.S.A.)

(U.S.A.)

(Canada)

*1: These lights turn on when the “POWER” switch is turned to ON mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

*2: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.

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CAUTION

■If a safety system warning light does not come on

Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS airbag warning light not come on when you start the hybrid system, this could mean that these systems are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could result in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately if this occurs.

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The headlights can be operated manually or automatically. Turning the end of the lever turns on the lights as follows: U.S.A. (type A)

The daytime running lights turn on. The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, daytime run- ning lights and instru- ment panel lights turn on. The headlights and all the lights listed above (except day- time running lights) turn on. The headlights, park- ing lights, daytime running lights and so on turn on and off automatically (when the “POWER” switch is in ON mode).

(if equipped)

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U.S.A. (type B)

(if equipped)

The headlights, park- ing lights, daytime running lights and so on turn on and off automatically (when the “POWER” switch is in ON mode). The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, daytime run- ning lights and instru- ment panel lights turn on. The headlights and all the lights listed above (except day- time running lights) turn on. The daytime running lights turn off.

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U.S.A. (type C)

The daytime running lights turn on. The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, daytime run- ning lights and instru- ment panel lights turn on. The headlights and all the lights listed above (except day- time running lights) turn on. The headlights, park- ing lights, daytime running lights and so on turn on and off automatically (when the “POWER” switch is in ON mode).

(if equipped)

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U.S.A. (type D)

(if equipped)

The headlights, park- ing lights, daytime running lights and so on turn on and off automatically (when the “POWER” switch is in ON mode). The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, daytime run- ning lights and instru- ment panel lights turn on. The headlights and all the lights listed above (except day- time running lights) turn on. The daytime running lights turn off.

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Canada

The daytime running lights turn on. The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, daytime run- ning lights and instru- ment panel lights turn on. The headlights and all the lights listed above (except day- time running lights) turn on. The headlights, park- ing lights, daytime running lights and so on turn on and off automatically (when the “POWER” switch is in ON mode).

(if equipped)

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Turning on the high beam headlights

With the headlights on, push the lever away from you to turn on the high beams. Pull the lever toward you to the center position to turn the high beams off. Pull the lever toward you and release it to flash the high beams once. You can flash the high beams with the headlights on or off.

■Daytime running light system

●To make your vehicle more visible to other drivers, the daytime running lights turn on automatically (at a reduced intensity) whenever the hybrid system is started and the parking brake is released. Daytime running lights are not designed for use at night. For the U.S.A.: Daytime running lights can be turned off by operating the switch.

●Compared to turning on the headlights, the daytime running light system offers greater durability and consumes less electricity, so it can help improve fuel economy.

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■Headlight control sensor (if equipped)

The sensor may not function properly if an object is placed on the sensor, or any- thing that blocks the sensor is affixed to the windshield. Doing so the sensor detecting the level of ambient light and may cause the automatic headlight sys- tem to malfunction. Air conditioning operation may also be interrupted.

interferes with

■Automatic light off system

●When the headlights come on: The headlights and tail lights turn off 30
seconds after a door is opened and closed if the “POWER” switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. (The lights turn off immedi- ately if

on the key is pressed after all the doors are locked.)

●When only the tail lights come on: The tail lights turn off automatically if the “POWER” switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off and the driver’s door is opened.

To turn the lights on again, turn the “POWER” switch to ON mode, or turn the light switch off once and then back to

or

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■Automatic headlight leveling system (if equipped)

The level of the headlights is automatically adjusted according to the number of passengers and the loading condition of the vehicle to ensure that the headlights do not interfere with other road users.

■Customization

Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be changed. (Customizable features →P. 527)

NOTICE

■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is off.

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The fog lights secure excellent visibility in difficult driving condi- tions, such as in rain and fog. Type A

Turns the fog lights off Turns the fog lights on

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Type B

Turns the fog lights off Turns the fog lights on

■Fog lights can be used when

The headlights are on in low beam.

NOTICE

■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is off.

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When intermittent windshield wiper operation is selected, wiper intervals can be also adjusted. The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows. Type A

wind- Intermittent shield wiper opera- tion Low speed wind- shield wiper opera- tion High speed wind- shield wiper opera- tion Temporary operation

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the

Increases intermittent windshield wiper frequency Decreases the intermittent windshield wiper frequency

Washer/wiper dual opera- tion The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. If the headlights are on, the headlight cleaner will operate once.

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Type B

Intermittent wind- shield wiper opera- tion Low speed wind- shield wiper opera- tion High speed wind- shield wiper opera- tion Temporary operation

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the

Increases intermittent windshield wiper frequency Decreases the intermittent windshield wiper frequency

Washer/wiper dual opera- tion The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. If the headlights are on, the headlight cleaner will operate once.

■The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when

The “POWER” switch is in ON mode.

■If no windshield washer fluid sprays

Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the washer fluid tank.

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NOTICE

■When the windshield is dry

Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.

■When the washer fluid tank is empty

Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over- heat.

■When a nozzle becomes blocked

In this case, contact your Toyota dealer. Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the wipers on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is off.

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Turning the end of the lever turns on the rear window wiper and washer as follows: Type A

Intermittent window wiper operation Normal window wiper operation Washer/wiper operation Washer/wiper operation

dual

dual

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Type B

Intermittent window wiper operation Normal window wiper operation Washer/wiper operation Washer/wiper operation

dual

dual

■The rear window wiper and washer can be operated when

The “POWER” switch is in ON mode.

■If no washer fluid sprays

Check that the washer nozzle is not blocked if there is washer fluid in the washer fluid reservoir.

NOTICE

■When the rear window is dry

Do not use the wiper, as it may damage the rear window.

■When the washer fluid tank is empty

Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over- heat.

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Washer fluid can be sprayed on the headlights.

Press the switch to clean the headlights.

■The headlight cleaners can be operated when

The “POWER” switch is in ON mode and the headlight switch is turned on.

■Windshield washer linked operation

Only for the first time when the windshield washer is operated with the “POWER” switch in ON mode and the headlights on, the headlight cleaners will operate once. (→P. 223)

NOTICE

■When the washer fluid tank is empty

Do not press the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may overheat.

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Use the cruise control to maintain a set speed without depressing the accelerator pedal.

Indicators Cruise control switch

■ Setting the vehicle speed

STEP 1

Press the “ON-OFF” button to activate the cruise control.

indicator will

Cruise control come on. Press deactivate the cruise control.

the button again

to

STEP 2

Accelerate or decelerate the vehicle to the desired speed, and push the lever down to set the speed.

“SET” indicator will come on. The vehicle speed at the moment the lever is released becomes the set speed.

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■ Adjusting the set speed

To change the set speed, operate the lever until the desired set speed is obtained.

Increases the speed Decreases the speed Fine adjustment: Momentarily move the lever in the desired direction. Large adjustment: Hold lever in the desired direction.

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The set speed will be increased or decreased as follows: Fine adjustment: By approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h) each time the lever is operated. Large adjustment: The set speed can be decreased continually until the lever is released.

increased or

■ Canceling and resuming the constant speed control

Pulling the lever toward you cancels the constant speed control. The speed setting is also can- celed when the brakes are applied. Pushing resumes speed control. Resuming is available when the vehicle speed is more than approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).

lever up constant

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■Cruise control can be set when

●The shift position is in D. ●Vehicle speed is above approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).

■Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed

●The vehicle can be accelerated normally. After acceleration, the set

speed resumes.

●Even without canceling the cruise control, the set speed can be increased by first accelerating the vehicle to the desired speed and then pushing the lever down to set the new speed.

■Automatic cruise control cancelation

Cruise control will stop maintaining the vehicle speed in any of the following situations. ●Actual vehicle speed falls more than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h)

below the preset vehicle speed. At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.

●Actual vehicle speed is below approximately 25 mph (40km/h). ●Enhanced VSC is activated.

■If the cruise control indicator light comes on in yellow

Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deactivate the system, and then press the button again to reactivate the system. If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels immediately after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise control system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

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CAUTION

■To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake

Switch the cruise control off using the “ON-OFF” button when not in use.

■Situations unsuitable for cruise control

Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations. Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury. ●In heavy traffic ●On roads with sharp bends ●On winding roads ●On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow ●On steep hills

Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.

●During emergency towing

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Dynamic radar cruise control supplements conventional cruise con- trol with a vehicle-to-vehicle distance control. In vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the vehicle automatically accelerates or decelerates in order to maintain a set following distance from vehi- cles ahead.

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance button Indicators Set speed Display Cruise control switch

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■ Setting the vehicle speed (vehicle-to-vehicle distance con-

trol mode)

STEP 1

STEP 2

Press the “ON-OFF” button to activate the cruise control.

Radar cruise control indicator will come on. Press the button again deactivate the cruise control.

to

Accelerate or decelerate the vehicle to the desired speed, and push the lever down to set the speed.

“SET” indicator will come on. The vehicle speed at the moment the lever is released becomes the set speed.

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■ Adjusting the set speed

To change the set speed, operate the lever until the desired set speed is displayed.

Increases the speed Decreases the speed Fine adjustment: Momentarily move the lever in the desired direction. Large adjustment: Hold lever in the desired direction.

the

In the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the set speed will be increased or decreased as follows: • When the set speed is shown in “MPH”

Fine adjustment: By approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h) each time the lever is operated Large adjustment: By approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) for each 0.75
seconds the lever is held

• When the set speed is shown in “km/h”

Fine adjustment: By approximately 0.6 mph (1 km/h) each time the lever is operated Large adjustment: By approximately 3.1 mph (5 km/h) for each 0.75 seconds the lever is held

In the constant speed control mode (→P. 242), the set speed will be increased or decreased as follows: Fine adjustment: By approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h) each time the lever is operated Large adjustment: The set speed can be increased or decreased con- tinually until the lever is released.

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■ Changing the vehicle-to-vehicle distance

Preceding vehicle mark

Pressing the button changes the vehicle-to-vehicle dis- tance as follows:

Long Medium Short The vehicle-to-vehicle distance is set automatically to long mode when “POWER” switch is turned to ON mode. If a vehicle is running ahead of you, the preceding vehicle mark will also be displayed.

the

■ Vehicle-to-vehicle distance settings

Select a distance from the table below. Note that the distances shown correspond to a vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Vehi- cle-to-vehicle distance increases/decreases in accordance with vehicle speed.

Distance options

Long Medium Short

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance Approximately 160 ft. (50 m) Approximately 130 ft. (40 m) Approximately 100 ft. (30 m)

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■ Canceling and resuming the speed control

the

Pulling the lever toward you cancels the cruise control. The speed setting is also can- celed when the brakes are applied. Pushing lever up resumes the cruise control and returns vehicle speed to the set speed. Resuming is available when the vehicle speed is more than approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).

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Driving in vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode

This mode employs a radar sensor to detect the presence of vehicles up to approximately 400 ft. (120 m) ahead, determines the current vehicle-to-vehicle following distance, and operates to maintain a suit- able following distance from the vehicle ahead.

Note that vehicle-to-vehicle distance will close in when traveling on long downhill slopes.

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Example of constant speed cruising When there are no vehicles ahead The vehicle travels at the speed set by the driver. The desired vehicle-to- vehicle distance can also be set by operating the vehicle-to-vehicle dis- tance control. Example of deceleration cruising When the vehicle ahead is driving slower than the set speed When a vehicle is detected running ahead of you, the system automati- cally decelerates your vehicle. When a greater reduction in vehicle speed is necessary, the system applies the brakes. A warning tone warns you when the system cannot decelerate sufficiently to prevent your vehicle from closing in on the vehicle ahead. Example of follow-up cruising When following a vehicle driving slower than the set speed The system continues follow-up cruising while adjusting for changes in the speed of the vehicle ahead in order to maintain the vehicle-to-vehicle dis- tance set by the driver. Example of acceleration When there are no longer any vehicles ahead driving slower than the set speed The system accelerates until the set speed is reached. The system then returns to constant speed cruising.

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Approach warning

When your vehicle is too close to a vehicle ahead, and sufficient automatic deceleration via the cruise control is not possible, the dis- play will flash and the buzzer will sound to alert the driver. An exam- ple of this would be if another driver cuts in front of you while you are following a vehicle. Apply the brakes to ensure an appropriate vehi- cle-to-vehicle distance. ■ Warnings may not occur when

In the following instances, there is a possibility that the warnings will not occur: ● When the speed of the vehicle ahead matches or exceeds your

vehicle speed

● When the vehicle ahead is traveling at an extremely slow speed ● Immediately after the cruise control speed was set ● At the instant the accelerator is applied

Selecting conventional constant speed control mode

Constant speed control mode differs from vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode. When constant speed mode is selected, your vehicle will maintain a set speed regardless of whether or not there are other vehicles in the lane ahead.

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Press the “ON-OFF” button to activate the cruise control. Press the button again to deacti- vate the cruise control. Switch to constant speed con- trol mode. (Push the lever forward and hold for approximately 1 sec- ond.) Cruise control indicator will come on. When in constant speed control mode, to return to vehicle-to-vehi- cle distance control mode, push the lever forward again and hold for approximately 1 second. After the desired speed has been set, it is not possible to return to vehicle-to-vehicle distance con- trol mode. If the “POWER” switch is turned off and then turned to ON mode again, the vehicle will automati- cally return to vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode. Adjusting the speed setting: →P. 237
Canceling and speed setting: →P. 239

resuming

the

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■Dynamic radar cruise control can be set when

●The shift position is in D. ●Vehicle speed is above approximately 30 mph (50 km/h).

■Set speed

Depending on vehicle conditions and the driving environment, it may not be possible to maintain the set speed.

■Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed

The vehicle can accelerate normally. After acceleration, the set speed resumes. However, during vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the vehicle speed may decrease below the set speed in order to maintain the distance to the vehicle ahead.

■Automatic cancelation of vehicle-to-vehicle distance control

Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control driving is automatically canceled in the following situations: ●Actual vehicle speed falls below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h). ●Enhanced VSC is activated. ●The sensor cannot operate correctly because it is covered in some way. ●The windshield wipers are operating at high speed (when the wiper

switch is set to the high speed windshield wiper operation position).

If vehicle-to-vehicle distance control driving is automatically canceled for any other reason, there may be a malfunction in the system. Contact your Toyota dealer.

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■Automatic cancelation of constant speed control

The cruise control will stop maintaining the vehicle speed in the following sit- uations: ●Actual vehicle speed is more than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h)

below the set vehicle speed. At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.

●Vehicle speed falls below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h). ●Enhanced VSC is activated.

■Radar sensor and grille cover

Always keep the sensor and grille cover clean to ensure that the vehicle-to- vehicle distance control operates properly. (Some obstructions, such as snow, ice and plastic objects, cannot be detected by the obstruction sensor.) Dynamic radar cruise control (vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode) will be canceled if dirt is detected. (Constant speed control mode can be used).

Grille cover Radar sensor

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■Warning lights, warning code and buzzers for dynamic radar cruise

control