light TOYOTA PRIUS 2010 3.G Owners Manual

286 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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■Operating conditions
The system will only operate if all of the following conditions are met:
● The shift position is in “P”.
● The “POWER” switch is OFF.
● All doors are closed.
● The hood is closed.
● The brake pedal is not being depressed.
● The air conditioning is not set to MAX HOT.
■ When leaving the vehicle
● Check that the headlights are switched to either off or “AUTO”.
● Check that the wiper switch is turned off.
● Check that all windows are closed.
● Check the temperature setting of the air conditioning system. 
The Remote Air Conditioning System will operate in accordance with the
temperature settings of the air conditioning system.
■ Remote Air Conditioning System automatic shut-off
The system will automatically shut off under the following conditions:
● About 3 minutes have passed since operation began
● Any one of the operating conditions is not met
The system may also shut off if the charge level of the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) drops to low. ( P. 188)
■ Conditions affecting operation
The system may not start in the following situations:
● The charge level of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is low (P. 188)
● The air conditioning temperature is set at a high level

310 3-2. Using the audio system
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NOTICE
■Player precautions
Failure to follow the precautions below may result in damage to the CDs or
the player itself.
● Do not insert anything other than CDs into the CD slot.
● Do not apply oil to the player.
● Store CDs away from direct sunlight.
● Never try to disassemble any part of the player.
●Do not insert more than one CD at a
time.
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Interior features
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3-4. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list
Your Toyota is equipped with an illuminated entry system to assist in
entering the vehicle. Due to the fu nction of the system, the lights
shown in the following illustration automatically turn on/off accord-
ing to the presence of the electr onic key, whether the doors are
locked/unlocked, whether the door s are opened/closed, and the
“POWER” switch mode.
Interior light ( P. 365)
Personal/interior light ( P. 365)
Shift lever lighting
“POWER” switch lighting
Foot lights (if equipped)
Front door courtesy lights

364 3-4. Using the interior lights
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Personal/interior light main switchType A “OFF”
The personal/interior lights and
interior light can be individually
turned on or off.
Door position
The personal/interior lights and
interior light automatically turn on/
off according to the presence of
the electronic key, whether the
doors are locked/unlocked,
whether the doors are opened/
closed, and the “POWER” switch
mode.
On
The personal/interior lights and
interior light cannot be individually
turned off.
Type B
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Personal/interior light main switch

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Interior features
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Personal/interior lights
Type A On/off
The illuminated entry system is
activated even if the light is
turned off when the personal/
interior light main switch is in door
position.
Type BOn/off
The illuminated entry system is
activated even if the light is
turned off when the personal/
interior light main switch is in door
position.
Interior light
Door position
On
The interior lights are turned on/
off by the illuminated entry sys-
tem. When the personal/interior
light main switch is in the “OFF”
position, the lights will not turn on
even if the door is opened with
the interior light switch in door
position.
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Personal/interior lights and interior light

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■To prevent 12 volt battery discharge
If the interior lights and personal lights on when the door is not fully closed or
the interior light switch in door position, the lights will go off automatically
after 20 minutes.
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Setting (e.g. The time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed. 
(Customizable features P. 587)

368 3-5. Using the storage features
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Glove boxesUpper glove box Push the button.
Lower glove box Push the button.
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■Glove box light (lower glove box only)
The glove box light turns on when the tail lights are on.
CAUTION
■While driving
Keep the glove box closed. 
Injuries may result in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an
accident.
Glove boxes

370 3-5. Using the storage features
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Overhead console (vehicles without the moon roof)Push the lid.
The overhead console is useful
for temporarily storing small
items.
CAUTION
■While driving
Keep the console box closed. 
Injuries may result in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an
accident.
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CAUTION
■ Items that should not be le ft in the overhead console
Do not leave glasses or lighters in the console. 
If the interior of the vehicle becomes hot, lighters may explode and glasses
may warp or become cracked.
■ While driving
Do not leave the overhead console open. 
Items may fall out and cause injury.
■ Maximum storage weight
Do not place any object heavier than 0.4 lb. (200 g) in it. The console may
be opened and cause injury.
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Vanity mirror
Slide the cover.
The light turns on when the
cover is opened.
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Seat heaters
: If equipped
■The seat heaters can be used when
The “POWER” switch is in ON mode.
■ When not in use
Turn the seat heater off. The indicator light turns off.
Heats the left front seat
Heats the right front seat
The indicator light comes on.
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