belt TOYOTA PRIUS 2012 3.G Repair Manual

500 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
*1: Open door warning buzzer:The open door warning buzzer sounds to alert one or more of the doors is
not fully closed (with the vehicle having reached a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h]).
*2: Seat belt warning buzzer:
The driver’s and front passenger’s seat belts reminder sounds to alert the
driver and front passenger that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The
buzzer sounds intermittently for 10 seconds after the vehicle has reached a
speed of at least 12 mph (20 km/h). Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened,
the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 more seconds.
■ SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact
sensors, side impact sensors (front), si de impact sensors (rear), driver’s seat
position sensor, driver’s seat belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant
classification system (ECU and sensors), “AIR BAG ON” indicator light, “AIR
BAG OFF” indicator light, front passenger’s seat belt buckle switch, seat belt
pretensioner assemblies, airbags, interconnecting wiring and power
sources. ( P. 140)
■ Front passenger occupant classifi cation system (ECU and sensors),
seat belt reminder and warning buzzer
● If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger
occupant classification system (ECU and sensors) may cause the warn-
ing light to flash and the warning buzzer to sound even if a passenger is
not sitting in the seat.
● If a cushion is placed on the seat, the front passenger occupant classifi-
cation system (ECU and sensors) may not detect a passenger, and the
warning light may not operate properly.

5
When trouble arises
503
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking
for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1
minute when the “POWER” switch
is turned to ON mode, have it
checked by your Toyota dealer.
■ Customization
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features P. 590) However, Toyota recommends that the
seat belt reminder buzzer be operational to alert the driver and front passen-
ger when seat belts are not fastened.
CAUTION
■ If both the ABS and the brake system warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact your Toyota
dealer. The vehicle will become extremely unstable during braking, and the
ABS system may fail, which could cause an accident resulting in death or
serious injury.
■ When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold
firmly and operate using more force than usual.

5
When trouble arises
531
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stowing the flat tire
For vehicles with a 17-inch
wheel: Before stowing the flat
tire, remove the center wheel
ornament by pushing from the
reverse side.
Place the flat tire on the deck
board, and pass the belt through
the lower-right cargo hook and
then through the hole in the cen-
ter of the tire.
Pass the belt through the lower-
left cargo hook.
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STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

532 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Pass the belt through the buckle
and secure the tire firmly. Check
that the belt is securely held by
the buckle.
The belt cannot be fastened
securely if the buckle is facing
the wrong direction.
STEP 4
■The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE
ONLY” on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily, and only in an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire inflation pressu re of the compact spare
tire. ( P. 569)
■After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warnin g system must be reset. ( P. 439)
■When using the compact spare tire
As the compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be
indicated by the tire pressure warn ing system. Also, if you replace the
compact spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the
light remains on.

536 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■Replacing a flat tire
●Do not touch the disc wheels or the area around the brakes immedi-
ately after the vehicle has been driven.
After the vehicle has been driven the disc wheels and the area around
the brakes will be extremely hot. Touching these areas with hands, feet
or other body parts while changing a tire, etc. may result in burns.
●Failure to follow these precautions could cause the wheel nuts to
loosen and the tire to fall off, resulting in death or serious injury.
• Have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque wrench to 76 ft•lbf (103
N•m, 10.5 kgf•m) as soon as possible after changing wheels.
• When installing a tire, only use wheel nuts that have been specifically designed for that wheel.
• If there are any cracks or deformations in the bolt screws, nut threads or bolt holes of the wheel, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
• When installing the wheel nuts, be sure to install the wheel nuts with the tapered end facing inward. ( P. 452)
■
After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools and jack are securely in place in
their storage location to reduce the po ssibility of personal injury during a
collision or sudden braking.
■When stowing the flat tire
●Make sure the rear seatbacks are in their original position.
●Secure it using a tire tie-down belt. Otherwise, the flat tire may fly out
in case of sudden braking or an a ccident, resulting in death or serious
injury.

579
6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
Tire section names
Bead
Sidewall
Shoulder
Tread
Belt
Inner liner
Reinforcing rubber
Carcass
Rim lines
Bead wires
Chafer

596 6-2. Customization
Multi-information display (P. 223)
ItemFunctionDefault set-
tingCustom-ized
setting
Remote Air
Condition-
ing System
( P. 342) Operation using
the
“A/C” button on
the wireless
remote control
Push and
hold for 0.8 seconds Push once
––O
Push twice
Push and
hold for 2.4 seconds
OFF
Stopping the
operation using
the “A/C” button
on the wireless
remote control Push twicePush once
––O
Push and
hold for 0.8 seconds
Push and
hold for 2.4 seconds
OFF
Reverse
warning
buzzer
( P. 207) Operation sig-
nals (Buzzer)
when shifting
into R
Beeps
repeatedly Beeps
once ––O
Seat belt
reminder
( P. 500) Vehicle speed
linked seat belt
reminder buzzer
ON OFF – – O
Available languagesEnglish, French and Spanish

For owners7
599
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners .............. 600
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ..................... 601
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ..................... 603

601
7
For owners
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in French)
The following is a French explanation of seat belt instructions
extracted from the seat belt section in this manual.
See the seat belt section for more detailed seat belt instructions in
English.

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Alphabetical index
Back door
Back door ............................... 93
Smart key system ... ................ 61
Wireless remote control.......... 85
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 467
Wattage ................................ 570
Battery
Checking .............................. 431
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ......................... 543
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 317
Bluetooth
®*
Bottle holders .......................... 362
Brake Fluid...................................... 568
Parking brake ....................... 212
Brake assist ............................. 296
Break-in tips ............................ 181
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ................................ 217 Camera
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Care
Exterior ..................................396
Interior ...................................399
Seat belts ..............................400
Cargo capacity .........................316
Cargo hooks .............................374
CD player
*
Chains .......................................319
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ........160
Booster seats, installation .....168
Convertible seats, definition .............................160
Convertible seats, installation ...........................168
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 154
Infant seats, definition ...........160
Infant seats, installation.........168
Installing child restraint system with LATCH anchors ...........166
Installing child restraint system
with seat belts .....................168
Installing child restraint system with top tether strap ............172
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