light TOYOTA PRIUS 2015 4.G Quick Reference Guide
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This Quick 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  Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for the  
Owner’s Manual  located in your 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 your 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  Quick 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
  
color throughout the Owner’s Manual. Each box contains safe 
operating instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment 
malfunction.
All information in this Quick Reference Guide is current at the 
time of printing. Toyota reserves the right to make changes at 
any time without notice.
2015  Prius
INDEX
Digital Instrumentation 4
Engine  maintenance  9
Fuel 
tank door release and cap  
8
Hood release  8
Indicator 
symbols  
4-5
Instrument 
panel  
2-3
Keyless entry1,2 6
Light 
control-Instrument panel  9
Smart Key System1,2 7  Air Conditioning/Heating 16
Audio  18-19
Auto loc
k/unlock
1,2 10
Bluetooth® Device Pairing 22
Clock
 22
Cruise 
control  
20
Dynamic 
Radar Cruise Control  
20-21
EV Mode 12
Garage 
door opener (HomeLink
®)3 23Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) 23Heated Seats 16
Hybrid  Synergy Drive System  10
Lights1 & turn signals 15
LKA (Lan e Keep Assist)  21
Moonroof
 
17
Multi-Information Display2 22
Parking 
brake
 12
Power outlets
 
19
Seat 
adjustments-Front
 
13
Seat-Folding 
down rear seat  
13
Seats-Head 
restraints
 
13
Solar Pow
ered Ventilation System  
17
Steering 
wheel switches
 
19
Tilt and 
telescopic steering wheel  
12
Transmission
  11
Windows-Power
  14
Windshield wipers & washers 14 Doors-Child safety locks 25
Door locks  25
Floor 
mat installation  
27
Seat 
belts  
24
Seat 
belts-Shoulder belt anchor  
24
Spare 
tire & tools  
25
Star 
Safety System
TM 26-27Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System 24
1 Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.2 Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and more information.
3 HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Gentex Corporation.     
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Instrument panel
Steering wheel controls
Rear window and outside rearview mirror defogger button
“PWR MODE” switch
Emergency flasher button
“ECO MODE” switch
“EV MODE” switch
Shift lever
“P” position switch
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever
Fuel filler door opener
Power rearview mirror controls
Headlight cleaner switch
1
Solar ventilation switch1
Instrument panel light control
1
 If equipped2 For details, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual.”3 For details, refer to the “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual .”
Steering wheel audio controls
2,3
Voice command button2,3
Steering wheel climate controls
Multi-Information Display button
“TRIP” button
Cruise control/Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
1 switch
“LKA” switch1
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control distance selection switch1
Telephone controls2,3
Mph or km/h button
Head-up display switches1
Power button 
Headlight and turn signal controls/Headlight, turn signal and front fog 
light
 controls1
Wiper and washer controls
Multi-Information Display
Navigation system
1,2/Display Audio system1,3 
Air Conditioning controls 
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Indicator symbols 
Digital Instrumentation
Service indicators and reminders 
Transmission shift position indicator
Multi-Information Display
Instantaneous fuel consumption
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Charging system warning1
Brake system warning1
Front passenger occupant classification indicator
2 If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” or “Dynamic radar cruise control,” Section 2-4, 
2015 Owner’s Manual.   
Anti-lock Brake System warning1
Headlight low/high beam indicator
Turn signal indicator
Slip indicator/Hill-start Assist Control indicator
1
Cruise control indicator2
Low Tire Pressure Warning1
Immobilizer system indicator
Open door warning
Airbag SRS warning1
Master warning1
Driver seat belt reminder
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph) Front passenger seat belt reminder
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator
1
Low fuel level warning
Electric power steering system warning1
READY indicator
Front fog light indicator
Brake system warning light (yellow indicator)1
ECO Mode indicator
EV Drive Mode indicator
Automatic headlight leveling system warning
1
1  If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting hybrid system, there may be a 
malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2,  2014 Owner’s 
Manual .
Lane Keep Assist indicator
Pre-Collision System warning light1
High coolant temperature warning light1
Power Mode indicator
ECO Driving Indicator Light
EV indicator 
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Hood release
Pull up latch and 
raise hood
Fuel tank door release and cap
NOTE: Tighten until one click is 
heard.  If the cap is not tightened 
enough, Check Engine “
” 
indicator may illuminate.
Pull
Turn to open
Store
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil level dipstick
Engine oil filler cap
Windshield washer fluid tank
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help  extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer 
to the “Warranty & Maintenance Guide.”
Engine maintenance
Light control-Instrument panel
Brightness 
control
-
+
Engage support rod
Pull 
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Transmission
*  
The engine brake is the equivalent of downshifting. Shift to “B” when engine 
braking is desired (i.e. downhill driving, coasting to a stop, etc.).
ECO Mode
Push
ECO Mode helps achieve lower fuel consumption during trips that involve frequent 
accelerating and braking.
Refer to the  Owner’s Manual  for more details.
Starting your vehicle
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 the 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.
Tips for improved fuel economy
-Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the  Owner’s Manual.
-When 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.
Hybrid Synergy Drive System
Park button
Reverse  
Neutral
Drive
Engine brake *
Auto lock/unlock
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in two different modes, or 
turned OFF.
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed is approximately 12 mph or higher.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
-Doors unlock when the driver’s door is opened within 10 seconds after turning the 
“POWER” switch OFF.
Refer to the  Owner’s Manual  for more details.
Power Mode
Use when a higher level of response is desired, such as when driving in 
mountainous regions.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual  for more details.
Push
(1) Depress the brake pedal, and 
press the “POWER” switch 
briefly and firmly.
(2) The “READY” light will blink  After a few seconds, when the 
light remains steady and a beep 
sounds, you may begin driving. 
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Windshield wipers & washers
Interval wipe
Single wipe
Adjustment frequency*
Slow
Fast
Pull to wash and wipe
Front
Rear
Lights & turn signals
Turn signals
Headlights
High beam flasher
Low beam
Front fog lights (if equipped)
Automatic light cutoff system Automatically turns lights off after a delay of 30 
seconds, or when lock switch on remote is pushed after all doors are locked.
Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.
Right turn
Lane change
Lane change Left turn
High beam
Auto
Parking lights
Turn
Headlights
Windows-Power
Up
Down
Window lock switch
Automatic operation Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up 
and release to fully open or close. To stop the window partway, operate the 
switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch 
Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains 
operable. 
DRL OFF
* Intermittent windshield 
wiper frequency adjustment
Rotate to increase/decrease 
wipe frequency.
Wash and wipe
Wipe
Interval wipe
Wash and wipe
Parking lights Headlights
DRL OFF
DRL
Type A
Type B 
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Air Conditioning/Heating
Temperature selector
Temperature setting display
Air outlet display
Fan speed display
Fan speed control
Windshield defogger
Micro dust and pollen filter mode (turns off automatically after 3 minutes)
Air Conditioning ON/OFF
Airflow vent
Use “
” or “” mode to reduce window fogging.
Recirculate cabin air (fresh air when OFF) 
Automatic climate control ON
Adjusting the temperature setting will cause the airflow vents, air intake 
and fan to adjust automatically.
Climate control OFF
Heated Seats (if equipped)
Push
Push
Driver seat
Front passenger seat
Solar Powered Ventilation System (if equipped)
With the “POWER” switch in 
ON mode, turn on the solar 
ventilation switch.
The solar ventilation system allows ventilation of the vehicle interior when the 
vehicle is parked in direct sunlight.
Refer to the  Owner’s Manual  for more details.On
Off
Moonroof (if equipped)
Tilting operationSliding operation
Push and hold “OPEN” and then release to 
tilt up. 
Push and hold “CLOSE” to close completely. Push and hold “OPEN” at the tilt up 
position and then release to open partway 
(recommended open position to minimize 
wind noise); push and hold “OPEN” again to 
open completely. Push and hold “CLOSE” to 
close partway, again to close completely. 
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Cruise control (if equipped)
1  The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal.2 The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph.
Turning system ON/OFF
Functions
System ON/OFF
Increase speed
Decrease speed
Cancel1
Resume2
Set
Distance control mode will cruise at a set speed, decelerate to maintain selected 
distance from a slower vehicle traveling in front of you, and accelerate back up to 
the selected speed if the vehicle in front of you changes lanes or speeds up. 
(1) To select distance control mode Push the ON-OFF button. The 
    “RADAR READY” or “
” will come on.
(2) To set, cancel or resume a speed  Refer to instructions for Cruise Control 
section.
(3)  To change the vehicle-to-vehicle distance
Push the distance button to cycle through the settings, which will change 
progressively from LONG to MIDDLE to SHORT. 
(1)  To select conventional/fixed speed control Push the ON-OFF button.
Push the lever forward and hold until the “
” indicator appears. 
(2)  To set, cancel and resume a speed Refer to instructions in the  Cruise Control 
section.
Fixed speed mode
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details and complete safety precautions 
before attempting to use “Dynamic Radar Cruise Control.”
Distance control mode
LONG MIDDLE SHORT
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Dynamic Radar Cruise Control 
(if equipped)
LKA (Lane Keep Assist) (if equipped)
When activated, the LKA system camera detects clearly visible lane markings and 
alerts the driver when the vehicle strays from its lane. Driver may also experience 
a slight steering torque.
Refer to the  Owner’s Manual  for more details. 
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Multi-Information Display
Push “DISP” to change between the following information screens:
(1) Energy monitor
(2) Hybrid System Indicator
(3) 5-minute/1-minute interval fuel consumption display
(4) Fuel consumption history display
Push and hold “DISP”
  to set up the displays.
Clock
Refer to the Owner’s Manual  for details on adjusting time.
H- Hour set
M- Minute set
:00- Round off  
 
minutes
HAC helps prevent rolling backwards on an incline. To engage, push further down 
on brake pedal while at a complete stop until a beep sounds and slip indicator 
illuminates. HAC holds for approximately two seconds after releasing brake pedal.
Refer to the  Owner’s Manual  for more details.
Brake 
pedal
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
Garage door openers manufactured under license from HomeLink®* can be 
programmed to operate garage doors, estate gates, security lighting, etc\
.
Refer to “Garage door opener,” Section 3-5 in the  Owner’s Manual for more 
details.
For programming assistance, contact HomeLink
® at 1-800-355-3515, or visit 
http://www.homelink.com.
* HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)* 
(if equipped)
1. Press the “SETUP” button
2. Turn the right dial and push to select “Bluetooth”.
3. Push to select “Bluetooth Pairing”.
4. Go to your phone and access Bluetooth settings
5. On your phone, touch the device to be paired.
Once you have connected the Bluetooth device, it is automatically connected 
whenever the engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
** For detailed pairing instructions, see your audio system owner’s manual.
Bluetooth® Device Pairing 
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If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be re-extended 
beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is used to help hold 
child restraint systems securely.
To find more information about seat belts, and how to install a child restraint 
system, refer to the  Owner’s Manual.
Keep as low on 
hips as possible
Take up slack
Too high
Seat belts
Push up, or squeeze 
lock release to lower
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor
Door locks
If the Tire Pressure Warning indicator “” illuminates without blinking, adjust 
tire pressures to factory-specified levels.* The light will turn off after a few 
minutes. The warning light may come on due to temperature changes or changes 
in tire pressure from natural air leakage.
If the tire pressure indicator flashes for more than 60 seconds and then remains 
on, take the vehicle to your local Toyota dealer.
Refer to the  Owner’s Manual  for more details.
* Refer to load label on door jamb or the  Owner’s Manual for tire inflation specifications.  
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) 
System
Spare tire & tools
Tool location
Removing the spare tire
Refer to the  Owner’s Manual  for tire changing and jack positioning procedures.
Wheel nut wrench
Spare tire
Towing eyelet
Center auxiliary box*
Moving the lever to lock position will allow the door to be opened only from the 
outside.
Rear door
JackJack handle
Doors-Child safety locks
Unlock
Center deck board*
* If equipped Lock
Lock