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compartment. For details, see “JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE” on page 361.

terminal

in

NOTICE

If the 12 volt battery is discharged with the transaxle in “P”, your vehicle cannot be moved unless front wheels are raised. This is because the front wheels are locked by means of the parking lock mechanism.

the

If you are unsure about how to follow this procedure, we strongly that you seek the help of a competent qualified technician or towing service.

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NOTICE

D Booster battery contains sulfuric acid which is poisonous and corro- sive. Wear protective safety glasses when jump starting, and avoid spil- ling acid on your skin, clothing, or vehicle.

D If you should accidentally get acid on yourself or in your eyes, remove any contaminated clothing and flush the affected area with water imme- diately. Then get immediate medical attention. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or cloth while en route to the medical office. D The gas normally produced by a battery will explode if a flame or spark is brought near. Use only standardized jumper cables and do not smoke or light a match while jump starting.

z The battery used for boosting must be 12 V. Do not jump start unless you are sure that the booster bat- tery is correct.

z After jump starting procedure, the hybrid system may not start by pushing In that case, push it once again. If the “READY” light does not come on, contact your Toyota dealer.

the “POWER” switch.

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JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE 1. Apply the parking brake and turn off the headlight switch and interior light. 2. Turn off the hybrid system and remove

the key if inserted.

3. Open the hood and fuse block cover

shown in the above illustration.

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Exclusive jump starting terminal cover

7. If the engine in the vehicle with the booster battery is not running, start it and let it run for a few minutes. During jump starting, run the engine at about 2000 rpm with the accelerator pedal lightly depressed.

4. Open the exclusive jump starting termi-

nal cover.

5. If

is

the booster battery

installed in the ve- touching. Turn off all

another vehicle, make sure hicles are not unnecessary lights and accessories. When boosting, use the battery of matching or higher quality. Any other battery may be difficult to jump start with. If jump starting is difficult, charge the battery for several minutes.

6. If required, remove all the vent plugs from the booster batteries. Lay a cloth over the open vents on the batteries. (This helps reduce the explosion haz- ard, personal injuries and burns.)

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Exclusive jump starting terminal

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Positive terminal (“+” mark)

Booster battery

Jumper cable

8. Connect the jumper cables in the order

a, b, c, d. a. Connect the clamp of the positive (red) jumper cable to the exclusive jump starting terminal.

b. Connect the clamp at the other end of the positive (red) jumper cable to the positive the booster battery.

terminal on

(+)

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Negative terminal (“–” mark)

Jumper cable

Booster battery

c. Connect the clamp of the negative (black) jumper cable to the negative (–) terminal on the booster battery.

d. Connect the clamp at the other end of the negative (black) jumper cable to a solid, stationary, unpainted, me- tallic point of the vehicle with the discharged battery.

The recommended connecting point is shown in the following illustration:

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Connecting point

CAUTION

the connections,

When making to avoid serious injury, do not lean over the battery or accidentally the jumper cables or clamps touch any- thing except the correct battery termi- nals or the ground.

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9. Charge the discharged battery with the jumper cables connected for approxi- mately 5 minutes. At this time, run the engine in the vehicle with the booster battery at about 2000 rpm with the ac- celerator pedal lightly depressed.

10. Start the hybrid system. Make sure the “READY” light is on. If the hybrid bat- tery warning light comes on in the mul- ti−information display, the hybrid battery is also discharged. Contact your Toyota dealer.

11. Carefully disconnect the cables in the exact reverse order: the negative cable and then the positive cable.

12. Carefully dispose of the battery cover cloths—they may now contain sulfuric acid.

13. If removed, replace all the battery vent

plugs.

is not apparent

If the cause of your 12 volt battery dis- charging (for example, lights left on), you should have it checked at your Toyota dealer. If the first start attempt is not success- ful... jumper Check cables are tight. Recharge the discharged battery with the jumper cables connected for several minutes and restart your hybrid system in the normal way. If the another attempt is not successful, the battery may be depleted. Have it checked at your Toyota dealer.

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If your hybrid system stalls while driving If your hybrid system stalls while driving... 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cautiously off the road to a safe place.

2. Turn on your emergency flashers. 3. Try starting the hybrid system again. If the hybrid system will not start, see “If your vehicle will not start” on page 360.

CAUTION

If the hybrid system is not operating, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not work so steering and braking will be much harder than usu- al.

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If your vehicle overheats If your high coolant temperature warn- ing light comes on, if you experience a loss of power, or if you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the hybrid system has probably overheated. You should follow this procedure... 1. Pull safely off the road, stop the ve- turn on your emergency hicle and flashers. Push the “P” position switch and apply the parking brake. Turn off the air conditioning if it is being used. 2. If coolant or steam is boiling out of the radiator or reservoir, stop the hybrid system. Wait until the steam subsides before opening the hood. If there is no coolant boiling over or steam, leave the hybrid system running and make sure the electric cooling fan is operating. If it is not, turn the hybrid system off.

CAUTION

injury, keep To help avoid personal the hood closed until there is no steam. Escaping steam or coolant is a sign of very high pressure.

3. Look for obvious coolant leaks from the radiator, hoses, and under the vehicle. However, note that water draining from the air conditioning is normal if it has been used.

CAUTION

When the hybrid system is running, keep hands and clothing away from the moving fan and engine drive belts.

4. If the coolant is leaking, stop the hy- brid system immediately. Call a Toyota dealer for assistance.

5. If there are no obvious leaks, check the coolant reservoir. If it is dry, add coolant to the reservoir while the hy- brid system is running. Fill it about half full.

CAUTION

Do not attempt to remove the radiator cap when the hybrid system and ra- diator are hot. Serious injury could result fluid and steam blown out under pressure.

from scalding hot

6. After

the coolant

temperature has cooled to normal, again check the cool- ant level in the reservoir. If necessary, bring it up to half full again. Serious coolant the system. You should have it checked as soon as possible at your Toyota dealer.

indicates a

leak

loss

in

If you have a flat tire— 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cau- tiously off the road to a safe place well away from the traffic. Avoid stopping on the center divider of a highway. Park on a level spot with firm ground.

2. Stop the hybrid system and turn

on your emergency flashers. 3. Firmly set the parking brake. 4. Have everyone get out of the ve- hicle on the side away from traffic. 5. Read the following instructions

thoroughly.

CAUTION

When jacking, be sure to observe the following to reduce the possi- bility of death or serious injury: D Follow jacking instructions. D Do not put any part of your body under a vehicle sup- ported by a jack. Personal inju- ry may occur.

D Do not start or run the hybrid system while your vehicle is supported by the jack.

D Stop the vehicle at a level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake. Block the wheel diago- nally opposite to the one being changed if necessary.

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D Make sure to set the jack prop- erly in the jack point. Raising the vehicle with jack improper- ly positioned will damage the vehicle or may allow the ve- hicle to fall off the jack and cause personal injury.

D Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone.

D Use the jack only for lifting your vehicle during wheel changing.

D Do not raise the vehicle with

someone in the vehicle.

D When raising the vehicle, do not place any objects on top of or underneath the jack.

D Raise the vehicle only high enough to remove and change the tire.

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NOTICE

Do not continue driving with a de- flated tire. Driving even a short dis- tance can damage a tire and wheel beyond repair.

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Compact spare tire The compact spare tire is designed for temporary emergency use only. The compact spare tire is identified by the distinctive wording “TEM- PORARY USE ONLY” molded into the side wall of the tire. The compact spare tire saves space in your luggage compartment, and its lighter weight helps to improve fuel economy and permits easier installa- tion in case of a flat tire.

The compact spare tire can be used many times, if necessary. It has tread life of up to 4800 km (3000 miles) de- pending on road conditions and your driving habits. When tread wear indi- cators appear on the tire, replace the tire. See also the tire information on page 411 for details on the tread wear indi- cators and other service information.

CAUTION

NOTICE

is the compact spare

reduced Your ground clearance when is tire installed so avoid driving over ob- stacles and drive slowly on rough, un- paved roads and speed bumps. Also, do not attempt to go through an auto- matic car wash as the vehicle may get caught, resulting in damage.

D The compact spare tire was de- signed especially for your To- yota. Do not use it on any other vehicle.

D Do not use more than one com- pact spare tire at the same time.

D Do not exceed 80 km/h (50
mph) when driving with the compact spare tire.

D Replace the compact spare tire with the standard tire as soon as possible.

D Avoid sudden acceleration, sudden deceleration and sharp turns with the compact spare tire.

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—Required tools and spare tire

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1. Get the required tools and spare

tire. 1 Wheel nut wrench 2 Jack handle 3 Jack 4 Spare tire

To open the luggage storage box, see “Luggage storage box” on page 315. To prepare yourself for an emergency, you should familiarize yourself with the use of the jack, each of the tools and their storage locations.

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To remove the jack, unlock the tight- ening strap. To store the jack, make sure it is se- curely held by the tightening strap.

To remove the spare tire: 1. Remove the luggage storage box. 2. Loosen the bolt and remove it. 3. Remove the jack box. Then take the spare tire out of the vehicle. When storing the spare tire, put it in place with the inner side of the wheel facing up. Then secure the tire by re- peating the above removal steps in reverse order to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking.

When installing the jack box, align the arrows on the jack box with the ones on the body.

—Blocking the wheel

—Loosening wheel nuts

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2. Block the wheel diagonally op- posite the flat tire to keep the vehicle from rolling when it is jacked up.

When chocking the wheel, place a wheel block in front of one of the front wheels or behind one of the rear wheels.

3. Loosen all the wheel nuts. Always loosen the wheel nuts before raising the vehicle. Turn the wheel nuts counterclockwise to loosen them. To get maximum le- verage, fit the wrench to the nut so that the handle is on the right side, as shown above. Grab the wrench near the end of the handle and pull up on the handle. Be careful that the wrench does not slip off the nut. Do not remove the nuts yet—just un- screw them about one−half turn in the order shown.

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—Positioning the jack

—Raising your vehicle

CAUTION

Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. The nuts may loos- en and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a serious ac- cident.

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4. Position the jack at the jack

points as shown.

Make sure the jack is positioned on a level and solid place.

5. After making sure no one is in the vehicle, raise it high enough so that the spare tire can be installed.

Remember you will need more ground clearance when putting on the spare tire than when removing the flat tire. To raise the vehicle, insert the jack handle into the jack (it is a loose fit) and turn it clockwise. As the jack touches the vehicle and begins to lift, double−check that it is properly posi- tioned.

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—Changing wheels

CAUTION

Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone.

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6. Remove the wheel nuts and

change tires.

Lift the flat tire straight off and put it aside. Roll the spare wheel into position and align the holes in the wheel with the bolts. Then lift up the wheel and get at least the top bolt started through its hole. Wiggle the tire and press it back over the other bolts.

Before putting on wheels, remove any corrosion on the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such. Installation of wheels without good metal−to−met- al contact at the mounting surface can cause wheel nuts to loosen and even- tually cause a wheel to come off while driving.

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—Reinstalling wheel nuts

—Lowering your vehicle

CAUTION

Never use oil or grease on the bolts or nuts. Doing so may lead to overtightening the nuts and damaging the bolts. The nuts may loosen and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a seri- ous accident. If there is oil or grease on any bolt or nut, clean it.

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8. Lower the vehicle completely

and tighten the wheel nuts.

Turn the jack handle counterclock- wise to lower the vehicle. Use only the wheel nut wrench to tighten the nuts. Do not use other tools or any additional leverage other than your hands, such as a hammer, pipe or your foot. Make sure the wrench is securely engaged over the nut. Tighten each nut a little at a time in the order shown. Repeat the process until all the nuts are tight.

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7. Reinstall all the wheel nuts fin-

ger tight.

Reinstall the wheel nuts (tapered end inward) and tighten them as much as you can by hand. Press back on the tire and see if you can tighten them more.

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—Stowing flat tire 9. Restow all the tools and jack se- curely. Then secure the flat tire in the luggage compartment with the tire tie−down belts and tie−down hooks as follows

CAUTION

Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in their storage location to reduce the possibility of person- al injury during a collision or sudden braking.

CAUTION

D When

lowering the vehicle, make sure all portions of your body and all other persons around will not be injured as the vehicle is lowered to the ground.

D Have the wheel nuts tightened with torque wrench to 103 N·m (10.5 kgf·m, 76 ft·lbf), as soon as possible after changing wheels. Otherwise, the nuts may loosen and the wheels may fall off, which could cause a serious accident.

D Do not attach a heavily dam- aged plastic wheel ornament. It may fly off the wheel and cause accidents while the ve- hicle is moving.

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1. Before stowing the flat tire, remove the center wheel ornament by pushing from the reverse side.

Be careful not to lose the wheel orna- ment.

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2. Put the flat tire on the center of the luggage storage box lid with the outer side of the wheel facing up. Hook one ends of the belts to the front tie−down hooks.

3. Pass the belts through the center hole of the wheel as shown above.

4. Attach the other ends of the belts

to the rear tie−down hooks.

After stowing the flat tire, check that the tire and belts are secured.

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CAUTION

Take due care in handling the or- nament to avoid unexpected per- sonal injury.

CAUTION

D Make sure the rear seats are in

their original position.

D When carrying the flat tire, se- cure it using a tire tie−down belts. Otherwise, the flat tire may fly out in case of the sud- den braking or an accident, re- sulting in death or serious inju- ry.

—After changing wheels 10. Check the air pressure of the re-

placed tire.

Adjust the air pressure to the specifi- cation designated on page 434. If the pressure is lower than specified, drive slowly to the nearest Toyota dealer and fill to the correct pressure. Do not forget to reinstall the tire infla- tion valve cap as dirt and moisture could get into the valve core and pos- sibly cause air leakage. If the cap is missing, have a new one put on as soon as possible. As soon as possible after changing wheels, tighten the wheel nuts to the torque specified on page 434 with a torque wrench. Have a technician re- pair the flat tire. After repairing the flat tire, change it with compact spare tire and reinstall the wheel ornament.

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If your vehicle needs to be towed—

(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck—

—From front

—From rear

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(b) Using flat bed truck

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If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- vice. In consultation with them, have your vehicle towed using either (a) or (b). Only when you cannot receive a towing service from a Toyota dealer or com- mercial tow truck service, tow your ve- hicle carefully in accordance with the instructions given in “—Emergency tow- ing” on page 377. Proper equipment will help ensure that your vehicle is not damaged while being towed. Commercial operators are generally aware of local laws pertaining to towing. Your vehicle can be damaged is towed incorrectly. Although most operators know the correct procedure, it is possible to make a mistake. To avoid damage to your vehicle, make sure the following pre- cautions are observed. If necessary, show this page to the tow truck driver.

the state/provincial and

if

it

TOWING PRECAUTIONS: Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by the state/provincial and local laws. The wheels and axle on the ground must be in good condition. If they are damaged, use a towing dolly. (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck From front—Release the parking brake.

NOTICE

When lifting wheels, take care to en- sure adequate ground clearance for towing at the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Otherwise, the under- body of the towed vehicle will be damaged during towing.

From rear—Use a towing dolly under the front wheels.

NOTICE

Never tow a vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground, as this may cause serious damage to the transmission.

(b) Using flat bed truck

(c) Towing with sling type truck

—Emergency towing

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(c) Towing with sling type truck

NOTICE

Do not tow with sling type truck, ei- ther from the front or rear. This may cause body damage.

If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- vice. If towing service is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be tempo- rarily towed by a cable or chain se- cured to emergency towing eyelet in- side of front bumper. Use extreme caution when towing vehicles.

NOTICE

z Only use specified towing eyelet; otherwise your vehicle may be dam- aged.

z Never tow a vehicle from the rear with four wheels on the ground. This may cause serious damage to the transaxle.

A driver must be in the vehicle to steer it and operate the brakes. Towing in this manner may be done only on hard−surfaced roads for a short dis- tance and at the wheels, axles, drive train, steering and brakes must all be in good condition.

low speeds. Also,

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CAUTION

Use extreme caution when towing ve- hicles. Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which would place excessive stress on the emergency towing eyelet and towing cable or chain. The eyelet and towing cable or chain may break and cause serious injury or damage.

NOTICE

Use only a cable or chain specifically intended for use in towing vehicles. Securely fasten the cable or chain to the towing eyelet provided.

Before towing, release the parking brake and put the hybrid transaxle in “N”. The hybrid system must be in the “IG−ON” mode. In the following cases, as the front wheels might be locked by means of the parking lock mechanism, your vehicle cannot be towed by another vehicle using a rope. Have your vehicle carried with the front wheels or all the wheels raised. D If the parking mechanism fails. D If the 12 volt battery is discharged.

CAUTION

If the hybrid system is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not work so steering and braking will be much harder than usu- al.

—Installing towing eyelet

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1. Remove the towing eyelet as shown in

the illustration.

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2. Secure the towing eyelet to the hole on

3. Tighten the towing eyelet securely by

the bumper by turning it clockwise.

a wheel nut wrench.

CAUTION

When installing the eyelet on the ve- hicle, be sure to tighten the eyelet securely. If the eyelet is loose, it may come off when being towed and re- sult in death or serious injury.

If you lose your keys You can purchase a new key at your Toyota dealer if you can give them the key number and master key. Even if you lose only one key, contact your Toyota dealer to make a new key. If you lose all your master keys, you cannot make new keys; the whole hybrid vehicle immobilizer system must be replaced. See page 20. If your keys are locked in the vehicle and you cannot get a duplicate, many Toyota dealers can still open the door for you, If you must using break a window in, we suggest breaking the smallest side window be- cause it is the least expensive to replace. Be extremely cautious to avoid cuts from the glass.

the suggestion given in “Keys” on

their special

to get

tools.

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If you cannot operate back door opener

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If the back door opener does not oper- ate, you can open the back door from the inside. To open the back door from inside, per- form the following procedure. 1. Open

luggage storage box (See “Luggage storage box” on page 315.) and remove the cover.

the

2. Pull the lever with the back door mo-

tor, open the back door.

Be sure to have the back door opener checked/repaired by your Toyota dealer.

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SECTION 6

CORROSION PREVENTION AND APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion prevention and appearance care Protecting your Toyota from corrosion Washing and waxing your Toyota Cleaning the interior

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Protecting your Toyota from corrosion Toyota, through the diligent research, de- sign and use of the most advanced technology available, helps prevent corro- sion and provides you with the finest qual- ity vehicle construction. Now, it is up to you. Proper care of your Toyota can help ensure long−term corrosion prevention. The most common causes of corrosion to your vehicle are: D The accumulation of road salt, dirt and moisture in hard−to−reach areas under the vehicle.

D Chipping of paint, or undercoating caused by minor accidents or by stones and gravel.

Care is especially important if you live in particular areas or operate your ve- hicle under certain environmental condi- tions: D Road salt or dust control chemicals will accelerate corrosion, as will the pres- ence of salt in the air near the sea− coast or in areas of industrial pollution. D High humidity accelerates corrosion es- pecially when temperatures range just above the freezing point.

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D Wetness or dampness to certain parts of your vehicle for an extended period of time, may cause corrosion even though other parts of the vehicle may be dry.

D High ambient temperatures can cause corrosion to those components of the vehicle which do not dry quickly due to lack of proper ventilation.

The above signifies the necessity to keep your vehicle, particularly the underside, as clean as possible and to repair any dam- age to paint or protective coatings as soon as possible. To help prevent corrosion on your Toyota, follow these guidelines: Wash your vehicle frequently. It is, of course, necessary to keep your vehicle clean by regular washing, but to prevent corrosion, the following points should be observed: D If you drive on salted roads

in the winter or if you live near the ocean, you should hose off the undercarriage at least once a month to minimize cor- rosion.

D Pay particular attention to the vehicle’s underside and wheel housings as it is difficult to see all the mud and dirt. It will do more harm than good to simply wet the mud and debris without remov- ing. The lower edge of doors, rocker panels and frame members have drain holes which should not be allowed to clog with dirt as trapped water in these areas can cause corrosion.

D Wash the underside of the vehicle thor-

oughly when winter is over.

See “Washing and waxing your Toyota” for more tips. Check the condition of your vehicle’s paint and trim. If you find any chips or scratches in the paint, touch them up im- mediately to prevent corrosion from start- ing. If the chips or scratches have gone through the bare metal, have a qualified body shop make the repair.

Check the interior of your vehicle. Wa- ter and dirt can accumulate under the floor mats and could cause corrosion. Oc- casionally check under the mats to make sure the area is dry. Be particularly care- ful when transporting chemicals, cleans- ers, fertilizers, salt, etc.; these should be transported in proper containers. If a spill or leak should occur, immediately clean and dry the area. Keep your vehicle in a well ventilated garage or a roofed place. Do not park your vehicle in a damp, poorly venti- lated garage. If you wash your vehicle in the garage, or if you drive it covered with water or snow, your garage may be so damp and it will cause corrosion. Even if your garage is heated, a wet vehicle can corrode if the ventilation is poor.

Washing and waxing your Toyota Your Toyota is a hybrid vehicle. Pay particular attention when washing your Toyota.

NOTICE

Before washing your Toyota, be sure to observe the following in order to avoid the risk of damage to your ve- hicle. Do not splash water on the electric components in the engine compart- ment. This may cause the malfunction of the electric components.

Washing your Toyota Keep your vehicle clean by regular washing. The following cases may cause weakness to the paint or corrosion to the body and parts. Wash your vehicle as soon as pos- sible.

D When driving in a coastal area D When driving on a road sprinkled with

antifreeze

D When exposed to coal tar, tree sap, bird droppings and carcass of an insect D When driving in areas where there is a lot of smoke, soot, dust, iron dust or chemical substances

D When the vehicle becomes remarkably

dirty with dust and mud Hand−washing your Toyota Work in the shade and wait until the vehicle body is not warm to the touch.

CAUTION

D When cleaning under floor or chas- sis, be careful not to injure your hands.

D Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot. When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled sufficiently, as touching a hot ex- haust pipe can cause burns.

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1. Rinse off loose dirt with a hose. Re- move any mud or road salt from the underside of the vehicle or the wheel wells.

2. Wash with a mild car−wash soap, mixed according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Use a soft cotton mitt and keep it wet by dipping it frequently into the wash water. Do not rub hard—let the soap and water remove the dirt.

Plastic wheel ornaments: The plastic wheel ornaments are damaged easily by organic substances. If any organic sub- stances splash an ornament, be sure to wash them off with water and check if the ornament is damaged. Aluminum wheels: Use only a mild soap or neutral detergent. Plastic bumpers: Wash carefully. Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners. The bumper faces are soft. lights: Wash carefully. Do not Exterior use organic substances or scrub them with a hard brush. This may damage the surfaces of the lights. Road turpentine or cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces.

tar: Remove with

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3. Rinse

thoroughly—dried

can cause streaking. In hot weather you may need to rinse each section right after you wash it.

soap

4. To prevent water spots, dry the vehicle using a clean soft cotton towel. Do not rub or press hard—you might scratch the paint.

NOTICE

z Do not use organic substances (gasoline benzine or strong solvents) which may be toxic or cause damage.

kerosene,

z Do not scrub any part of the ve- hicle with a hard brush, which may cause damage.

Automatic car wash Your vehicle may be washed in an auto- matic car wash, but remember that the paint can be scratched by some types of brushes, unfiltered washing water, or the washing process itself. Scratching reduces paint durability and gloss, especially on darker colors. The manager of the car wash should be able to advise you wheth- er the process is safe for the paint on your vehicle.

NOTICE

To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure to remove it before driving through an automatic car wash.

Waxing your Toyota Polishing and waxing is recommended to maintain the original beauty of your Toyota’s finish. Apply wax once a month or if the vehicle surface does not repel water well. 1. Always wash and dry the vehicle be- fore you begin waxing, even if you are using a combined cleaner and wax.

2. Use a good quality polish and wax. If the finish has become extremely weath- ered, use a car−cleaning polish, fol- lowed by a separate wax. Carefully fol- low the manufacturer’s instructions and precautions. Be sure to polish and wax the chrome trim as well as the paint. Exterior lights: Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights. Wax may cause damage to the lenses. If you accidentally put wax on the light surfaces, wipe or wash it off.

3. Wax

the vehicle again when water does not bead but remains on the sur- face in large patches.

Cleaning the interior

CAUTION

D Do not wash the vehicle floor with water, or allow water to get onto the floor when cleaning the vehicle interior or exterior. Water may get into audio components or other electrical components above or un- der the floor carpet (or mat) and cause fire or malfunction; and it may cause body corrosion. D Vehicles with side airbags:

Be careful not to splash water or spill liquid on the floor. This may prevent the side airbags from acti- vating correctly, resulting in death or serious injury.

Vinyl interior The vinyl upholstery may be easily cleaned with a mild soap or detergent and water.

First vacuum over the upholstery to re- move loose dirt. Then, using a sponge or soft cloth, apply the soap solution to the vinyl. After allowing it to soak in for a few minutes to loosen the dirt, remove the dirt and wipe off the soap with a clean damp cloth. If all the dirt does not come off, repeat the procedure. Commercial foam- ing−type vinyl cleaners are also available which work well. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

NOTICE

Do not use solvent, thinner, gasoline or window cleaner on the interior.

to

foam−type shampoo

Carpets Use a good clean the carpets. Begin by vacuuming thoroughly to remove as much dirt as possible. Several types of foam cleaners are available; some are in aerosol cans and others are powders or liquids which you mix with water to pro- duce a foam. To shampoo the carpets, use a sponge or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles.

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Do not apply water—the best results are obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as possible. Read the shampoo instructions and follow them closely. Seat belts The seat belts may be cleaned with mild soap and water or with lukewarm water. Use a cloth or sponge. As you are clean- ing, check the belts for excessive wear, fraying, or cuts.

NOTICE

z Do not use dye or bleach on the

belts−it may weaken them.

z Do not use the belts until they be-

come dry.

Windows The windows may be cleaned with any household window cleaner.

NOTICE

When cleaning the inside of the win- dows, be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires on the rear window.

Air conditioning control panel, audio, instrument panel, console panel, and switches Use a soft damp cloth for cleaning. Soak a clean soft cloth in water or luke- warm water then lightly wipe off dirt.

NOTICE

z Do not use organic substances (sol- vents, kerosene, alcohol, gasoline, etc.) or alkaline or acidic solutions. These chemicals can cause discol- oring, staining or peeling of the surface.

z If you use cleaners or polishing agents, make sure their ingredients do not include the substances men- tioned above.

z If you use a liquid car freshener, do not apply the liquid onto the ve- hicle’s interior surfaces. It may con- tain ingredients mentioned above. Immediately clean any spill using the method mentioned above.

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Leather interior The leather upholstery may be cleaned with neutral detergent for wool. Remove dirt using a soft cloth dampened with 5% solution of neutral detergent for wool. Then thoroughly wipe off all traces of detergent with a clean damp cloth. After cleaning or whenever any part of the leather gets wet, dry with a soft clean cloth. Allow the leather to dry in a venti- lated shaded area.

NOTICE

z If a stain should fail to come out with a neutral detergent, apply a cleaner that does not contain an organic solvent.

z Never use organic substances such as benzine, alcohol or gasoline, or alkaline or acid solutions for clean- ing these could cause discoloring.

leather as

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z Use of a nylon brush or synthetic fiber cloth, etc. may scratch the fine grained surface of the leather.

z Mildew may develop on soiled leath- er upholstery. Be especially careful to avoid oil spots. Try to keep your upholstery always clean.

z Long exposure

to direct sunlight may cause the leather surface to harden and shrink. Keep your ve- hicle in a shaded area, especially in the summer.

z The interior of your vehicle is apt to heat up on hot summer days, so avoid placing on the upholstery items made of vinyl or plastic or containing wax as these tend to stick to leather when warm.

z Improper cleaning of the leather up- in discolor-

holstery could result ation or staining.

If you have any questions about the cleaning of your Toyota, your local Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer them.

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Pocket Reference Guide

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Prius

Spare tire & tools Tool location

Wheel nut wrench

Jack handle

This Pocket Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main equipment quickly and easily.

The Pocket Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual located in the vehicle’s glove box. We strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding of the vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.

Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your new Prius.

! A word about safe vehicle operations This Pocket Reference Guide is not a full description of Prius operations. Every Prius owner should review the Owner’s Manual that accompanies this vehicle.

Pay special attention to the boxed information highlighted in yellow throughout the Owner’s Manual. Each box contains safe operating instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment malfunction.

All information in this Pocket Reference Guide is current at the time of printing. Toyota reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Jack

Spare tire

Removing the spare tire

Remove the luggage storage box. Loosen the bolt and remove it. Remove the jack box.

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for tire changing and jack positioning procedures.

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Item

Page no.

BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION

Hybrid Synergy Drive System Keyless entry Key fob Parking & turning OFF the Hybrid System 9
Shifting 5-6
Smart Key Smart Key unlock functions1
Turning the Hybrid System ON

OVERVIEW

Engine maintenance Fuel tank door opener and cap Hood release Indicator symbols Instrument cluster Instrument panel Rear hatch

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Air Conditioning/Heating Audio AUX audio jack Clock Cruise control Cup and bottle holders Garage door opener (HomeLink®)2
Light Control-Instrument panel Lights & turn signals Luggage storage box Parking brake Power outlets Seat adjustments-Front Seat adjustments-Rear Seats-Head restraints Tilt steering wheel Window wiper & washer Windows

SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

Door locks Doors-Child safety locks Emergency flashers Jump starting Rear air vent Seat belts Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor Spare tire & tools Tire Pressure Warning System reset

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14
15

12

14

12-13

10-11

20-21
22-23

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24
21
25
17
24
16
24
25
25
18
18
18
19
17
19

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26
27
28
27
26
26
29
27

1 Programmable by customer. For dealer-programmable

features, please visit your Toyota dealer.

3 HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.

BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION Hybrid Synergy Drive System The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer controlled gasoline engine and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of power for the vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied, braking force generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery. In addition, the engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped. The benefits are better fuel economy, reduced vehicle emissions and improved performance. Note: Fuel consumption and energy information

of the Hybrid System are shown on the multi-information display. Refer to this screen for important driving information and feedback to maximize energy use/creation and conserve fuel.

Tips for improved fuel economy

Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner's Manual. If possible, link trips to reduce engine cold starts. Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on the highway. When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking energy. Minimize use of the Air Conditioning.

•The vehicle has high voltage DC and AC systems as well as a 12-volt system. DC and AC high voltage is very dangerous and can cause severe burns and electric shock that may result in death or serious injury.

•Never touch, disassemble, remove or replace high voltage cables, their connectors and high voltage parts such as the inverter unit, traction battery, traction motor, Air Conditioning compressor, AC/DC converter, etc.

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

Key fob

Master key

Mechanical key*

* Lock/Unlock the driver’s door only

Ignition key (key fob) slot

Slide

Pull out

Master key Ignition key & wireless remote. Mechanical key Fits into master key and can be removed to manually lock/unlock driver door only. Ignition key slot When inserting, push completely in. When removing, gently pull; key will be pushed out by a spring. DO NOT FORCE THE KEY. If it cannot be removed, push it all the way in again, then pull it out. To remove or replace mechanical key Slide the lock knob in the direction of the arrow.

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Keyless entry Locking operation

Smart Key (if equipped)

Unlocking operation

Push

Push ONCE: Driver door

TWICE: All doors

NOTE: After unlocking, if a door is not opened within 30 seconds, all doors will relock for safety. Alarm operation

By carrying a Smart Key, the vehicle can be locked, unlocked and the Hybrid System engaged without handling the key. Locking operation Front door

Rear hatch

Push

Push

Push and hold

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Unlocking operation Front door

Rear hatch

Turning the Hybrid System ON Start function

NOTE: After unlocking, if a door is not opened within 30 seconds, all doors will relock for safety. Refer to your Owner’s Manual and the following section of this guide for Smart Key unlocking programmable options. Smart Key system cancel switch

Push

ON

OFF

NOTE: To conserve battery power, turn the Smart Key system “OFF” when not using the vehicle for prolonged periods of time. For more battery saving information, refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. Smart Key unlock functions (if equipped) The Smart Key unlocking function can be programmed to operate in 3 different modes when Smart Key is activated. In all modes, grasping the front passenger door handle will unlock all doors. -To unlock driver side door only, grasp driver side handle. -To unlock all doors, grasp any door handle except rear doors. -To unlock driver side door or hatch independently, grasp the handle.

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information on this feature, and how to change modes.

Insert key*. Depress the brake pedal and push the “POWER” button briefly and firmly. The “READY” light will blink. After a few seconds, when the light remains ON and a beep sounds, you may begin driving.

Note: The brake pedal must be depressed to turn the Hybrid System on.

* It is not necessary to insert the ignition key (key

fob) if Smart Key system is installed and activated. Changing operation modes Pressing “POWER” without depressing the brake pedal while the Hybrid System is OFF will change the operation mode in succession from:

ACC

Accessories such as the radio will operate.

IG-ON

Ignition is on; Hybrid System is not engaged.

OFF

All systems OFF.

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Shifting

Parking & turning OFF the Hybrid System

Park button

Shift position