cruise control TOYOTA PRIUS 2018 (in English) Owner's Guide

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3234-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
WARNING
■To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Switch the cruise control off using the “ON-OFF” button when not in use.
■ Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting
in death or serious injury.
● Roads where there are pedestrians, cyclers, etc.
● In heavy traffic
● On roads with sharp bends
● On winding roads
● On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
● On sharp inclines or declines
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.
● During emergency towing

6868-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■Warning messages
The warning messages explained below may differ from the actual messages
according to operation conditions and vehicle specifications.
■ System warning lights
The master warning light does not come on or flash in the following cases.
Instead, a separate system warning light will come on along with a message
or image shown on the multi-information display.
●“Antilock Brake System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer”:
The ABS warning light comes on. ( →P. 674)
● “Braking Power Low Visit Your Dealer”:
The brake system warning light (yellow) will come on. ( →P. 673)
● Indicates that a door is not fully closed while the vehicle is stopped.:
The Open door warning light comes on. ( →P. 675)
■ If “Visit Your Dealer” is shown
The system or part shown on the multi-information display is malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
■ If a message about an operation is shown
●If a message about an operation of the accelerator pedal or brake pedal is
shown
A warning message about an operation of the brake pedal may be shown
while the driving assist systems such as PCS (Pre-Collision System) (if
equipped) or the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range (if
equipped) is operating. If a warning message is shown, be sure to deceler-
ate the vehicle or follow an instruction shown on the multi-information dis-
play.
● A warning message is shown when Drive-Start Control or Intelligent Clear-
ance Sonar (if equipped) operates ( →P. 216, 356). Follow the instructions
on the multi-information display.
● If a message about an operation of the power switch is shown
An instruction for operation of the power switch is shown when the incorrect
procedure for starting the hybrid system is performed or the power switch is
operated incorrectly. Follow the instructions shown on the multi-information
display to operate the power switch again.
● If a message about a shift operation is shown
To prevent the shift position from being selected incorrectly or the vehicle
from moving unexpectedly, the shift position may be changed automatically
(→P. 242) or operating the shift lever or P position switch may be required.
In this case, change the shift position following the instructions on the multi-
information display.
● If a message or image about an open/close state of a part or replenishment
of a consumable is shown
Confirm the part indicated by the multi-information display or a warning light,
and then perform the coping method such as closing the open door or
replenishing a consumable.

6898-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■If “Shift to Before Exiting Vehicle” is shown
Message is displayed when the driver’s door is opened without turning the
power switch to off with the shift position in any position other than P.
Shift the shift position to P.
■ If “Shift is in Release Acceler ator Before Shifting” is shown
Message is displayed when the accelerator pedal has been depressed and
the shift position is in N.
Release the accelerator pedal and shift the shift position to D or R.
■ If “Depress Brake When Vehicle is Stopped. Hybrid System may Over-
heat.” is shown
The message may be shown when the accelerator pedal is depressed to hold
the vehicle while the vehicle is stopped on an uphill, etc.
The hybrid system may overheat. Release the accelerator pedal and depress
the brake pedal.
■ If “Auto Power OFF to Conserve Battery” is shown
The power switch has been turned off by the automatic power off function.
When starting the hybrid system next time, operate the hybrid system for
approximately 5 minutes to recharge the 12-volt battery.
■ If “Accelerator and Brake Pedals Depressed Simultaneously” is shown
The accelerator and brake pedals are being depressed simultaneously.
(→P. 215)
Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal.
■ If “Forward Camera System Unavaila ble” or “Forward Camera System
Unavailable Clean Windshield” is displayed. *
The following systems may be suspended until the problem shown in the
message is resolved. ( →P. 292, 673)
● PCS (Pre-Collision System)
*
●LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)*
●Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range*
●Automatic High Beam*
*
: If equipped
■ If “Maintenance Required Soon” is displayed (U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all maintenance according to the driven distance on the mainte-
nance schedule
* should be performed soon.
Comes on approximately 4500 miles (7200 km) after the message has been
reset.
If necessary, perform maintenance. Please reset the message after the main-
tenance is performed. ( →P. 592)
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual
Supplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

7038-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
WARNING
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that the spare tire provided is specifically designed for use
with your vehicle. Do not use your spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one compact spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shift-
ing operations that cause sudden engine braking.
■When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following sys-
tems may not operate correctly:
*: If equipped
■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact
spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Fail-
ure to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or
serious injury.
■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.
• ABS & Brake assist
• VSC
•TRAC
• EPS
• Automatic High Beam
*
• PCS (Pre-Collision System)*
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)
*
• Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range
*
• Cruise control*
• BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)*
• Intuitive parking assist*
• Intelligent Clearance Sonar*
• S-APGS (Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System)
*
• Rear view monitor system
• Navigation system
*

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CleaningAluminum wheels.................. 583
Camera sensor ..................... 277
Exterior ................................. 582
Hybrid battery (traction
battery) air intake vent ........ 637
Interior................................... 588
Radar sensor ........................ 276
Seat belts .............................. 589
Water-repellent coating......... 583
Coat hooks ............................... 565
Combination meter .................... 92
Clock adjustment .................... 97
Main display .......................... 107
Multi-information display ....... 114
Warning lights and indicators ............................ 100
Condenser ................................ 610
Console box ............................. 542
Coolant Capacity ................................ 750
Checking ............................... 608
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 418
Cooling system ........................ 608 Hybrid system overheating......................... 735
Consumption screen ....... 153, 158
Cruise control Cruise control........................ 319
Dynamic radar cruise
control with full-speed
range .................................. 304
Cup holders.............................. 543
Curtain shield airbags ............... 36
Customizable features ............ 770 Daytime running light
system.................................... 251
Deck board ............................... 546
Defogger Outside rear view
mirrors ........................ 520, 530
Rear window ................. 520, 530
Windshield .................... 520, 530
Dimension ................................ 744
Dinghy towing.......................... 230
Display BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 326
Drive information .................. 116
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......... 304
Energy monitor ..... 117, 153, 158
Head-up display.................... 146
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) .......... 298
Multi-information display ....... 114
Parking assist
system ....... ................. 340, 367
Pre-collision warning ............ 281
Trip information..................... 109
Warning messages ............... 684
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 598
Door courtesy lights ............... 538 Location ................................ 538
Wattage ................................ 754D

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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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Multi-information displayAir conditioning system
settings screen ................... 134
Audio system-linked display ................................ 133
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 326
Display contents ................... 114
Drive information................... 116
Driving assist system information.......................... 138
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range .......... 304
Energy monitor ..................... 117
Language .............................. 142
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) .......... 298
Navigation system-linked
display ................................ 133
Parking assist system ... 340, 367
Pre-collision warning............. 281
Settings display..................... 139
Warning message display..... 138
Navigation system
*
Noise from under vehicle............ 8
Odometer.................................. 109
Oil Engine oil .............................. 748
Opener Fuel filler door ....................... 270
Hood ..................................... 601
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 202 Adjustment ............................ 202
Blind Spot Monitor ................ 326
Folding .................................. 202
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers ................... 520, 530 Outside temperature
display.................................... 108
Overhead console ................... 545
Overheating ............................. 735
Overheating, Engine ............... 735
P position switch ..................... 241
Panic mode .............................. 167
Parking assist sensors Intelligent Clearance
Sonar.................................. 350
Intuitive parking assist .......... 339
S-APGS (Simple Advanced Parking Guidance
System) .............................. 363
Parking brake
Operation .............................. 247
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 247
Parking lights Light switch ........................... 248
Replacing light bulbs .... 656, 660
Wattage ................................ 754
Parking lock ............................. 241
PCS (Pre-Collision System) Enabling/disabling the
system .......... ...................... 285
Function ................................ 281
Warning light......................... 674
Personal lights......................... 538 Switch ................................... 539
Wattage ................................ 754
Power control unit coolant Capacity................................ 750
Checking............................... 608
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 418
Radiator ................................ 610
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Power outlets ........................... 556
Power steering (Electric Power Steering system) ....... 408 Warning light ......................... 674
Power switch............................ 231
Auto power off function ......... 233
Changing the power switch modes...................... 233
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency.......................... 665
Starting the hybrid system .... 231
Power windows Catch protection function ...... 205
Door lock linked window
operation ............................ 206
Jam protection function......... 205
Operation .............................. 204
Window lock switch............... 204
Pre-Collision System (PCS)
Enabling/disabling the system ......... ....................... 285
Function ................................ 281
Warning light ......................... 674
Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise
control with full-speed
range) ..................................... 304
Radiator .................................... 610
Radio......................................... 442
Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder light ........................ 675 Rear seat .................................. 192
Rear side marker lights
Light switch ........................... 248
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 657
Turn signal lever ................... 246
Wattage ................................ 754
Rear view mirror
Inside rear view mirror .......... 200
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 202
Rear view monitor system ...... 398
Rear window defogger .... 520, 530
Rear window wiper .................. 266
Refueling .................................. 268
Capacity................................ 747
Fuel types ............................. 747
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 270
When the fuel filler door cannot be opened .............. 271
Regenerative braking ................ 80
Replacing
Electronic key battery ........... 646
Fuses .................................... 649
Light bulbs ............................ 654
Tires.............................. 691, 705
Resetting the message indicating maintenance is
required.................................. 592
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners...................... 782
Road accident cautions ............ 86
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Side mirrors ............................. 202Adjustment ............................ 202
Blind Spot Monitor ................ 326
Folding .................................. 202
Heaters ......................... 520, 530
Side windows Water-repellent coating......... 583
Simple Advanced Parking
Guidance System .................. 363
Smart key system .................... 182 Antenna location ................... 182
Entry functions ...................... 171
Starting the hybrid system .... 231
Snow tires ................................ 418
“SOS” button ........................... 574
Spare tire Inflation pressure .................. 752
Storage location .................... 692
Spark plug ................................ 750
Specifications .......................... 744
Speedometer ............................ 108
SRS airbags ............................... 36
Steering wheel Adjustment ............................ 198
Audio switches ...................... 428
Meter control switches ............ 93
Telephone switches .............. 488
TRIP switch............................. 93
Stop/tail lights .......................... 660
Storage feature ........................ 541
Storage precautions ................ 541 Stuck
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 740
Sun visors ................................ 555
Sunshade Moon roof ............................. 209
Switch Audio remote control
switches ............................. 428
Automatic High Beam switch ................................. 253
Cruise control switch .... 304, 319
Door lock switches................ 173
Driving mode select switch ................................. 324
Emergency flashers switch ................................. 664
Engine switch ....................... 231
EV drive mode switch ........... 237
Fog light switch ..................... 258
Garage door opener switches ............................. 567
“HUD” (Head-up display)
switch ................................. 146
Ignition switch ....................... 231
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control)) ......... 297
Light switch ........................... 248
Moon roof switches............... 208
Meter control switches ............ 93
Outside rear view mirror switches ............................. 202

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Tools ................................. 692, 707
Top tether strap ......................... 74
Total load capacity .................. 744
TowingDinghy towing ....................... 230
Emergency towing ................ 666
Towing eyelet........................ 669
Trailer towing ........................ 229
Toyota Safety Sense P ............ 273
Traction control ....................... 408
Trailer towing ........................... 229
Transmission Driving mode select switch ................................. 324
Hybrid transmission .............. 240
P position switch ................... 241
TRAC (Traction Control)
Function ................................ 408
VSC OFF switch ................... 410
Trip meters ............................... 109
Troubleshooting ...................... 798
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs..... 656, 657
Turn signal lever ................... 246
Wattage ................................ 754
USB memory ............................ 455
USB port ................................... 429 Vanity lights
Vanity lights .......................... 555
Wattage ................................ 754
Vanity mirrors .......................... 555 Vanity lights .......................... 555
Vehicle data recordings ............ 10
Vehicle identification number ................................... 745
Vehicle proximity notification system ................. 79
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) ...................................... 408
Voice command system ......... 509 Microphone ........................... 475
Switches ............................... 509
VSC (Vehicle Stabilit y Control) .... 408
Warning buzzers Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ..... 326
Brake system ....... ................. 673
Downshifting ......................... 242
Lane departure alert ............. 294
Open door..................... 175, 675
Open moon roof.................... 210
Parking assist
sensors............... 339, 350, 363
Pre-collision warning ............ 281
Radar cruise control ............. 313
Seat belt reminder ................ 675
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