TOYOTA PRIUS 2008 2.G Quick Reference Guide

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OVERVIEW BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
When the vehicle is at a complete stop, keep
brake pedal depressed and push Park button
above the shift lever.
Push the “POWER” button to turn off the system.
Fully depress the parking brake.
Remove the key fob if inserted.*
Information
In some instances when the engine starts, and/or on a
short trip after the engine is stopped, the engine
water pump may continue operating for a short time.
This is a standard operation of the vehicle to ensure
optimum performance and shouldn’t be a concern.
WARNING: If the “POWER” button is held for longer
than three seconds while the vehicle is moving, the
Hybrid System will shut off.
* It is not necessary to insert the ignition key (key
fob) if Smart Key system is installed and activated.
Parking & turning OFF the Hybrid Syst e m

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OVERVIEW
Headlight, turn signal and front fog light1controls
Wiper and washer controls
“POWER” button
Clock
“AUDIO” switch (multi-information display control)
“CLIMATE” switch (multi-information display control)
Multi-information display
“DISPLAY” switch (multi-information display control)
“INFO” switch (multi-information display control)
Mph or km/h button
Trip meter reset
Emergency flasher button
Instrument panel

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OVERVIEW BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Audio system
12V DC Power outlet
Park button
Electronic shift lever
Ignition key (key fob) slot
Cruise control
1
Tire Pressure Warning System reset
Smart Key system cancel1
Steering wheel climate control
Instrument panel light control
Steering wheel audio control
1 If equipped2For details, refer to the Navigation System
Owner’s Manual.
With navigation system1, 2
Without navigation system

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OVERVIEW
Low engine oil pressure warning1
Service indicators and reminder
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Odometer and two trip meters
Instrument cluster
Driver seat belt reminder1
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
Front passenger seat belt reminder1
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph) Brake system warning
1
Charging system warning1
Low fuel level indicator1
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1
Indicator symbols
Master warning1
High coolant temperature warning1
Open door warning1
Airbag SRS warning1
1
For details, refer to “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers-- --
Instrument cluster” Section 5-2, 2008 Owner’s Manual.
2If this light flashes, see “Cruise control” Section 2-4, 2008 Owner’s Manual.
Engine oil replacement reminder1
Vehicle Stability Control warning1
Traction battery warning1
Low Tire Pressure Warning1

BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION
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OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Headlight indicator
Anti-lock Brake System warning
1
3For details, refer to “Transmission” Section 2-1, 2008 Owner’s Manual.
Driving ready light Turn signal indicator
Headlight high beam indicator
Cruise control indicator
2
Slip indicator
Hybrid System warning1
Electric power steering system
warning1
Smart Key system warning1
Automatic headlight leveling system warning1
Running mode position indicator3
Automatic Air Conditioner indicator
Recirculate mode indicator
Windshield airflow indicator
Rear window and outside rearview mirror
defoggers indicator
Hybrid vehicle immobilizer/Theft deterrent
system indicator
Front passenger occupant classification
indicator

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Rear hatch
Pull
NOTE:Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is
not tightened enough, Check Engine “ ” indicator
may illuminate.
NOTE: MAINTAIN GASOLINE IN THE TANK AT ALL
TIMES. SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE HYBRID
SYSTEM CAN OCCUR IF THE VEHICLE RUNS
OUT OF GASOLINE.
Fuel tank door opener and cap
Tu r n Driver seatPull up
Store
OVERVIEW
To open the rear hatch, grasp the handle and pull up.
Light control-Instrument panel
Brightness
control
+
-

BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION
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OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Hood release
Engine maintenance
Windshield washer fluid tank
Engine oil filler cap
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil level dipstick
Note: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including
oil changes, will help extend the life of
your vehicle and maintain performance.
Please refer to the “Owner’s Warranty
Information Booklet,” “Scheduled
Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual
Supplement.”
Pull up latch and
raise hood Pull

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Lights & turn signals
Headlights
-Automatic light cutoff system Automatically turns
off lights when the driver’s door is opened with the
Hybrid System “OFF.”
* If equipped
Turn signals
Front fog lights (if equipped)
Front fog lights come on only when the headlights
are on low beam.
T U A
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A
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*
Head lights
High beam
High beam flasher Parking light
Tu r n
T
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Right turn
Left turnLane change
Lane change

Garage door opener (HomeLink®)
(if equipped)
Indicator
Buttons
Garage door openers manufactured under license
from HomeLink®* can be programmed to operate
garage doors, estate gates, security lighting, etc.
Refer to the Owner’s Manualfor more details.
For programming assistance, contact the Toyota
Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331, or
visit http://www.homelink.com
* HomeLink®
is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Window wipers & washers
Front
Rear
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Wash and wipe
Wash and wipe Interval wipe Wipe Adjust intervalSingle wipe
Interval wipe
Slow
Fast
Pull to wash and wipe

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Seats-Head restraints
Lock release button
Seat adjustments-Front
Seat adjustments-Rear
Lock release button FrontRear Position
(2) Fold down(1) Push down Seatback angle