transmission TOYOTA PRIUS 2019 Owners Manual (in English)

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3-4. Adjusting the steeringwheel and mirrors
Steering wheel .................. 208
Inside rear view mirror....... 210
Outside rear view mirrors ............................. 212
3-5. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows ................. 214
Moon roof .......................... 219
4-1. Before driving Driving the vehicle ............. 224
Cargo and luggage............ 235
Vehicle load limits ............. 238
Trailer towing..................... 239
Dinghy towing.................... 240
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch ...... 241
EV drive mode................... 247
Hybrid transmission........... 250
Turn signal lever................ 256
Parking brake .................... 257
4-3. Operating the li ghts
and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 258
Automatic High Beam ....... 263
Fog light switch ................. 268
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 270
Rear window wiper and washer ............................ 276 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap................................... 278
4-5. Using the driving support systems
Toyota Safety Sense P ...... 283
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ........................... 291
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering
control) ............................ 303
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed
range ............................... 314
Cruise control .................... 330
Driving mode select switch .............................. 335
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)......... 337
• T he Blind Spot Monitor
function.......................... 341
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ................. 344
Intuitive parking assist ....... 349
Parking Support Brake function ............................ 360
S-APGS (Si mple
Advanced Parking
Guidance System) ........... 373
Rear view monitor system ............................. 407
Driving assist systems ....... 417
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips ................................... 424
Winter driving tips .............. 427
4Driving

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PRIUS_OM_OM47C35U_(U)The vehicle is equipped with sophisticated computers that will
record certain
data, such as:
The recorded data varies according to the vehicle grade level and options
with which it is equipped.
These computers do not record conversations or sounds, and only record
images outside of the vehicle in certain situations.
• Engine speed/Electric motor speed (traction motor speed)
• Accelerator status
• Brake status
• Vehicle speed
• Operation status of the driving assist systems, such as the AB S and pre-
collision system
• Images from the camera (available only when certain safety sys tems are
activated, which varies depending on the vehicle specifications)
• Hybrid battery (traction battery) status
●Data Transmission
Your vehicle may transmit the data recorded in these computers to Toyota
without notification to you.
●Data usage
Toyota may use the data recorded in these computers to diagnose malfunc-
tions, conduct research and development, and improve quality.
Toyota will not disclose the recorded data to a third party exc ept:
• With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the lessee if the vehicle is leased
• In response to an official request by the police, a court of l aw or a govern-
ment agency
• For use by Toyota in a lawsuit
• For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or
vehicle owner
●Recorded image information can be erased by your Toyota dealer.
The image recording function can be disabled. However, if the f unction is
disabled, data from when the pre-collision system operates will not be avail-
able.
●To learn more about the vehicle data collected, used and shared by Toy-
ota, please visit www.Toyota.com/privacyvts/.
If your Toyota has Toyota Enform and if you have subscribed to those ser-
vices, please refer to the Toyota Enform Telematics Subscriptio n Service
Agreement for information on data collected and its usage.
To learn more about the vehicle data collected, used and shared by Toyota,
please visit www.toyota.com/privacyvts/
Vehicle data recording
Usage of data collected through Toyota Enform (U.S.mainland
only)

861-4. Hybrid system
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Sounds and vibrations sp ecific to a hybrid vehicle
There may be no engine sound or vibration even though the vehic le is able to
move with the “READY” indicator is illuminated. For safety, app ly the parking
brake and make sure to shift the shift position to P when parke d.
The following sounds or vibrations may occur when the hybrid sy stem is
operating and are not a malfunction:
● Motor sounds may be heard from the engine compartment.
● Sounds may be heard from the hybrid battery (traction battery) under the
rear seats when the hybrid system starts or stops.
● Relay operating sounds such as a snap or soft clank will be emi tted from the
hybrid battery (traction battery), under the rear seats, when the hybrid sys-
tem is started or stopped.
● Sounds from the hybrid system may be heard when the back door is open.
● Sounds may be heard from the transmission when the gasoline engine
starts or stops, when driving at low speeds, or during idling.
● Engine sounds may be heard when accelerating sharply.
● Sounds may be heard due to regenerative braking when the brake pedal is
depressed or as the accelerator pedal is released.
● Vibration may be felt when the gasoline engine starts or stops.
● Cooling fan sounds may be heard from the air intake vent. ( P. 88)
■ Vehicle proximity notification system
In the following cases, the vehicle proximity notification syst em may be diffi-
cult for surrounding people to hear.
● In very noisy areas
● In the wind or the rain
Also, as the vehicle proximity notification system is installed on the front of
the vehicle, it may be more difficult to hear from the rear of the vehicle com-
pared to the front.
■ Maintenance, repair, recycling, and disposal
Contact your Toyota dealer regarding maintenance, repair, recyc ling and dis-
posal. Do not dispose of the vehicle yourself.

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4Driving
4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ............. 224
Cargo and luggage ........... 235
Vehicle load limits ............. 238
Trailer towing..................... 239
Dinghy towing ................... 240
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch ...... 241
EV drive mode .................. 247
Hybrid transmission........... 250
Turn signal lever................ 256
Parking brake .................... 257
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 258
Automatic High Beam ....... 263
Fog light switch ................. 268
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 270
Rear window wiper and washer ............................ 276
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .................................. 278 4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Toyota Safety Sense P ..... 283
PCS (Pre-Collision System)........................... 291
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering
control) ............................ 303
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed
range............................... 314
Cruise control .................... 330
Driving mode select switch .............................. 335
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ........ 337
• The Blind Spot Monitor function ......................... 341
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ................. 344
Intuitive parking assist....... 349
Parking Support Brake function ........................... 360
S-APGS (Simple Advanced Parking
Guidance System) .......... 373
Rear view monitor system ............................ 407
Driving assist systems ...... 417
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips .................................. 424
Winter driving tips ............. 427

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Driving
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When shifting the shift position
● Do not let the vehicle roll backward while a forward driving position is
selected, or roll forward while the shift position is in R.
Doing so may result in an accident or damage to the vehicle.
● Do not shift the shift position to P while the vehicle is movin g.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss o f vehicle
control.
● Do not shift the shift position to R while the vehicle is moving forward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss o f vehicle
control.
● Do not shift the shift position to a driving position while the vehicle is mov-
ing backward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle
control.
● Changing the shift position to N while the vehicle is moving will disengage
the hybrid system. Engine braking is not available with the hyb rid system
disengaged.
● Be careful not to change the shift position with the accelerato r pedal
depressed.
Changing the shift position to any position other than P or N may lead to
unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an accident
and result in death or serious injury.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss o f vehicle
control.
After changing the shift position, make sure to confirm the current shift
position displayed on the shift position indicator inside the meter.

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4-1. Before driving
NOTICE
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. D oing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
● Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle i s flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, hybrid
transmission, etc.
● Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
If the shift control system is damaged by flooding, it may not be possible to
shift the shift position to P, or from P to other positions. When the shift posi-
tion cannot be changed from P to any other position, the front wheels will
lock, and you will be unable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels on the
ground, as the front wheels may be locked. In this case, transp ort the vehi-
cle with both front wheels or all four wheels lifted. ( P. 674)

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4-1. Before driving
Dinghy towing
Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels
on the ground) behind a motor home.
NOTICE
■To avoid serious damage to your vehicle
Do not tow your vehicle with the four wheels on the ground.
■ To prevent causing serious damage to the hybrid transmission an d
AWD system (AWD models)
2WD models: Never tow this vehicle from
the rear with the front wheels on the
ground. This may cause serious damage
to the hybrid transmission.
AWD models: Never tow this vehicle with
any of the wheels on the ground. This
may cause serious damage to the hybrid
transmission and AWD system.

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4-2. Driving procedures
Hybrid transmission
Shift lever
Operate the shift lever gently and ensure correct shifting operation.
Release the shift lever after each shifting operation to allow it to return to
the position.
When shifting from P to N, D or R, from D to R, or from R to D, ensure that
the brake pedal is being depressed and the vehicle is stationar y.
Shift position indicator
The current shift position is highlighted.
When any shift position other than D or B is selected, the arro w toward B
and B position indicator disappear from the shift position indicator.
When selecting the shift position, make sure that the shift pos ition has
been changed to the desired posi tion by checking the shift position
indicator provided on t he instrument cluster.
Shifting the shift lever
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When shifting to the D or R, move the shift lever along the shi ft
gate.
To shift to the N, slide the shift lever to the left and hold i t. The shift
position will change to N.
To shift to the B, pull the shift lever down. Shifting to B is only pos-
sible when shift position D is selected.
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5997-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal• The accelerator pedal should move smoothly(without uneven pedal effort or catching).
Hybrid transmission
“Park” mechanism• When parked on a slope and the shift positionis in P, is the vehicle securely stopped?
Brake pedal
• Does the brake pedal move smoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have appropriate clear-
ance from the floor? ( P. 761)
• Does the brake pedal have the correct amount of free play? ( P. 761)
Brakes
• The vehicle should not pull to one side when
the brakes are applied.
• The brakes should work effectively.
• The brake pedal should not feel spongy.
• The brake pedal should not get too close to the floor when the brakes are applied.
Head restraints• Do the head restraints move smoothly andlock securely?
Indicators/buzzers• Do the indicators and buzzers function prop-erly?
Lights• Do all the lights come on?
Parking brake
• Does the parking brake pedal movesmoothly?
• When parked on a slope and the parking brake is on, is the vehicle securely stopped?
Seat belts• Do the seat belts operate smoothly?
• The seat belts should not be damaged.
Seats• Do the seat controls operate properly?
Steering wheel
• Does the steering wheel rotate smoothly?
• Does the steering wheel have the correctamount of free play?
• There should not be any strange sounds com- ing from the steering wheel.

7528-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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WARNING
■When attempting to f ree a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the
surrounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, obj ects or people.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■ When changing the shift position
Be careful not to change the shift position with the accelerato r pedal
depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle t hat may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■ To avoid damage to the hybrid transmission and other components
● Avoid spinning the front wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal
more than necessary.
● If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are pe rformed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.