child seat TOYOTA PRIUS 2018 (in English) Owner's Guide

741-2. Child safety
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Anchor brackets (for top tether strap)
Anchor brackets are provided for each rear seat.
Use anchor brackets when fix-
ing the top tether strap.
WARNING
■
When installing a child restraint system
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
● When using the LATCH anchors, be sure that there are no foreign objects
around the anchors and that the seat belt is not caught behind the child
restraint system.
● Follow all installation instructions provided by the child restraint system
manufacturer.
● Never attach two child restraint system attachments to the same anchor. In
a collision, one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child
restraint system attachments and may break.
If the LATCH anchors are already in use, use the seat belt to install a child
restraint system in the center seat.
● When securing some types of child restraint systems in rear seats, it may
not be possible to properly use the seat belts in positions next to the child
restraint without interfering with it or affecting seat belt effectiveness. Be
sure your seat belt fits snugly across your shoulder and low on your hips. If
it does not, or if it interferes with the child restraint, move to a different
position. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
● If the seat is adjusted, reconfirm the security of the child restraint s\
ystem.
Using an anchor bracket (for top tether strap)

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For safety and security
■Fixing the top tether strap to the anchor bracket
Install the child restraint system in accordance to the operation
manual enclosed with the child restraint system.
Rear outboard seats
Remove the head restraint.
(→ P. 195)
Latch the hook onto the
anchor bracket and tighten
the top tether strap.
Make sure the top tether strap is
securely latched. ( →P. 70)
If the head restraint does not
interfere with the child
restraint system installation,
install the head restraint.
1
Hook
Top tether strap
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Rear center seat
Adjust the head restraint to
the upmost position.
If the head restraint interferes
with your child restraint system,
and the head restraint can be
removed, remove the head
restraint. (→P. 195)
Latch the hook onto the
anchor bracket and tighten
the top tether strap.
Make sure the top tether strap is
securely latched.
When installing the child
restraint system with the head
restraint being raised, be sure to
have the top tether strap pass
underneath the head restraint.
1
Hook
Top tether strap2

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For safety and security
■Laws and regulations pertaining to anchors
The LATCH system conforms to FMVSS225 or CMVSS210.2.
Child restraint systems conforming to FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specifica-
tions can be used.
This vehicle is designed to conform to SAE J1819.
WARNING
■When installing a child restraint system
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
● Firmly attach the top tether strap and make sure that the belt is not twisted.
● Do not attach the top tether strap to anything other than the anchor
bracket.
● After securing a child restraint system, never adjust the seat.
● Follow all installation instructions provided by the child restraint system
manufacturer.
● Rear center seat: When installing the child restraint system with the head
restraint being raised, after the head restraint has been raised and then
the anchor bracket has been fixed, do not lower the head restraint.

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3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
WARNING
■To prevent an accident
Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle.
Failure to do so may result in a door opening and an occupant throwing out
of the vehicle, resulting in death or serious injury.
● Ensure that all doors are properly closed and locked.
● Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving.
Be especially careful for the front doors, as the doors may be opened even
if the inside lock buttons are in locked position.
● Set the rear door child-protector locks when children are seated in the rear
seats.
■ When opening or closing a door
Check the surroundings of the vehicle such as whether the vehicle is on an
incline, whether there is enough space for a door to open and whether a
strong wind is blowing. When opening or closing the door, hold the door
handle tightly to prepare for any unpredictable movement.
■ When using the wireless remote co ntrol and operating the power win-
dows or moon roof (if equipped)
Operate the power window or moon roof after checking to make sure that
there is no possibility of any passenger having any of their body parts
caught in the side window or moon roof. Also, do not allow children to oper-
ate the wireless remote control. It is possible for children and other passen-
gers to get caught in the power window or moon roof.

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1933-3. Adjusting the seats
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Operation of each component
Pull the seatback lock release
lever and fold the seatback down.
To avoid trapping the seat belt
between the seat and the inside of
the vehicle, pass the seat belt
inside the seat belt guide and then
return the seatback securely to
the locked position.
Folding down the seatbacks
Returning the rear seatbacks
Seat belt guide
WARNING
■When folding the seatbacks down
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
● Do not fold the seatbacks down while driving.
● Stop the vehicle on level ground, apply the parking brake firmly and shift
the shift position to P.
● Do not allow anyone to sit on a folded seatback or in the luggage compart-
ment while driving.
● Do not allow children to enter the luggage compartment.
● Do not operate the rear seat if it is occupied.
● Be careful not to get feet or hands caught in the moving parts or joints of
the seats during operation.
● Do not allow children to operate the seat.

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6-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Seat heaters∗
∗: If equipped
Seat heaters heat the front seats.
WARNING
●Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories
comes in contact with the seats when the heater is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-
lenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Observe the following precautions to prevent minor burns or overheating:
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE
● Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
● To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not use the functions when the
hybrid system is off.

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6-3. Using the storage features
Put it in the bag.6
WARNING
●Do not place anything on the luggage cover. In the event of sudden brak-
ing or turning, the item may go flying and strike an occupant. This could
lead to an unexpected accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
● Do not allow children to climb on the luggage cover. Climbing on the lug-
gage cover could result in damage to the luggage cover, possibly causing
death or serious injury to the child.
● Make sure that the rear edge of the cover is laying flat. If the cover is
installed with the rear edge raised, the view from the rear window may be
obstructed, which could cause an accident.
● Make sure that seat belts are not caught up in the luggage cover. If a seat
belt is caught up in the cover, it may not be able to restrain passengers
properly.
● Type B only: Forcefully opening the luggage cover is dangerous. When
removing the luggage cover from the bag and expanding it, be sure to hold
the luggage cover with both hands. Also, confirm that there are no people
nearby before expanding the luggage cover.
● Type B only: Be sure to attach the cord correctly.

804Alphabetical index
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Bluetooth® audio ..................... 472
Bluetooth® phone .................... 474
Deleting the call history......... 494
Making a call ......................... 477
Managing the contacts.......... 490
Message function.................. 484
Phone settings ...................... 489
Receiving a call..................... 480
Speaking on the phone ......... 481
Bottle holders .......................... 543
Brake Fluid ...................................... 751
Parking brake........................ 247
Regenerative braking.............. 80
Warning light ......................... 673
Brake assist ............................. 408
Brake Override System ........... 215
Break-in tips ............................. 216
Brightness control Instrument cluster
light control ........................... 94
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 326
Care Aluminum wheels.................. 583
Camera sensor ..................... 277
Exterior ................................. 582
Interior................................... 588
Radar sensor ........................ 276
Seat belts .............................. 589
Water-repellent coating......... 583
Cargo capacity ......................... 228
Catch protection function ....... 205 Cargo hooks ............................ 547
CD player.................................. 444
Chains ...................................... 419
Child restraint system............... 58
Fixed with a LATCH
system .......... ..................... ... 71
Fixed with a seat belt .............. 65
Front passenger occupant classification syst em ............ 50
Points to remember ................ 59
Riding with children ................ 57
Types of child restraint system installation
method ................................. 61
Using an anchor bracket ................................. 74
Child safety ................................ 57
12-volt battery precautions ... 612
Airbag precautions.................. 39
Back door precautions .......... 179
Child restraint system ............. 58
How your child should wear the seat belt ................. 31
Installing child restraints ......... 61
Moon roof precautions .......... 211
Power window lock switch .... 204
Power window precautions ... 206
Rear door child-protectors .... 174
Removed key battery precautions......................... 648
Riding with children ................ 57
Seat belt extender precautions........................... 35
Seat belt precautions .............. 70
Seat heater precautions ....... 536
Child-protectors ...................... 174
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DoorsAutomatic door locking
and unlocking system ......... 174
Back door.............................. 177
Door glasses ......................... 204
Door lock............................... 171
Open door warning buzzer................................. 675
Open door warning light........ 675
Outside rear view mirrors...... 202
Rear door child-protectors .... 174
Side doors............................. 171
Drive information ..................... 116
Drive-Start Control .................. 216
Driver’s seat belt reminder light......................................... 675
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 216
Correct posture ....................... 28
Driving in the rain .................. 215
Driving mode select switch ................................. 324
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 415
Procedures ........................... 214
Winter drive tips .................... 418
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ............ 304
ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake System) .... 408
Eco drive mode ........................ 324
EDR (Event data recorder) .............. 11
Electric motor Location .................................. 78
Specification ......................... 747 Electric Power Steering (EPS)
Function ................................ 408
Warning light......................... 674
Electronic key If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 726
Replacing the battery............ 646
Electronically Controlled
Brake System (ECB) ............. 408
Emergency flashers ................ 664
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds................................ 673
If a warning light turns on ..... 673
If a warning message is
displayed ............................ 684
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged.......................... 729
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 726
If the hybrid system will not start .............................. 724
If you have a flat tire ............. 691
If you lose your keys ..... 167, 170
If you think something
is wrong .............................. 672
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 740
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ......................... 665
If your vehicle needs to be towed.................................. 666
If your vehicle overheats....... 735
Energy monitor ........ 117, 153, 158
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