brake TOYOTA PRIUS 2020 (in English) User Guide

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1132. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
■Main display and multi-information display
*: The displayed indicator changes according to the current driving mode.
■
Multi-information display (symbol display*)
*: These symbols are displayed along with a message. Also, the sy mbol dis-
plays listed here are only an example, and different symbols ma y be dis-
played according to the contents of the multi-information displ ay.
Indicators and symbols displayed on the display
IndicatorsPages
EV drive mode indicator P. 248
*“ECO MODE” indicator P. 336
*“PWR MODE” indicatorP. 336
EV Indicator P. 128
Symbol displayPages
Smart key system P. 241
Brake Override System/Drive-Start Control/
Parking Support Brake function (if equipped) P. 584
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering con-
trol) (if equipped) P. 311
P. 311
Low engine oil pressure warning
(Canada only) P. 584

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2. Instrument cluster
■Settings table
*: If equipped
ItemSettingsSetting result
*“On”Turns the LDA system steering control
function on and off. ( P. 314)
“Off”
*“High”Switches the LDA system lane deviation
sensitivity. (P. 314)
“Standard”
*“On”Turns the PCS (Pre-Collision System) on
and off. (P. 296)
“Off”
*
Far
Switches the PCS (Pre-Collision System)
warning timing. ( P. 296)Middle
Near
*“On”Turns the Intuitive parking assist on and off.
(P. 350)
“Off”
*“On”Turns the Parking Support Brake function
on and off. ( P. 363)
“Off”
*“On”Turns the Blind Spot Monitor on and off.
(P. 339)
“Off”
*“On”Turns the LDA system vehicle sway warn-
ing on and off. ( P. 314)
“Off”
*
“High”
Switches the LDA system vehicle sway
warning sensitivity. ( P. 314)“Standard”
“Low”
*HeightChanges the display position and bright-
ness of the head-up display. ( P. 157)
Brightness
“km/h”Switches the speed unit used by the screen
display.
“MPH”
“Meter Customize” settings: P. 151
“Vehicle Settings” settings: P. 678

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2. Instrument cluster
■Insert displays of the driving support systems
Insert displays are linked wit h the operation of the following sys-
tems and used to show some of the information shown on the mult i-
information display on the head-up display.
*: If equipped
■
Master warning light insert display
When the master warning light
(  P. 583) is illuminated or
flashing, an insert display is
shown on the head-up display
to inform the driver.
When the master warning light
is illuminated or flashing, check
the message displayed on the
multi-information display and
perform the corresponding trou-
bleshooting procedure.
( P. 591)
Insert display
SystemDisplayed information
PCS (Pre-Collision System)* ( P. 292)Pre-collision warning
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering
control)
* (P. 304)
Lane departure alert function
display
Hands off steering wheel warn-
ing
Vehicle sway warning function
display
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range
* (P. 315)Approach warning display
Parking Support Brake function*
(  P. 3 6 1 )Operation display
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3-3. Adjusting the seats
Rear seats
Park the vehicle in a safe place.
Apply the parking brake firmly ( P. 258) and shift the shift position to P.
( P. 252)
Adjust the position of the front seat and the angle of the seatback.
(
P. 2 0 0 )
Depending on the position of the front seat, if the seatback is folded back-
ward, it may interfere with the operation of the rear seat.
Lift up and push down the head restraints of the rear outboard
seats, and lower the head rest raint of the rear center seat.
(
P. 2 0 5 )
Stow the armrest of the rear seat if it is pulled out. ( P. 474)
This step is not necessary when operating the left side seat on ly.
The seatbacks can be folded down.
Before folding down the seatbacks
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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 firml y 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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4Driving
4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ............. 224
Cargo and luggage ........... 235
Vehicle load limits ............. 238
Trailer towing..................... 239
Dinghy towing ................... 240
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch ...... 241
EV drive mode .................. 248
Hybrid transmission........... 251
Turn signal lever................ 257
Parking brake .................... 258
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 259
Automatic High Beam ....... 264
Fog light switch ................. 269
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 271
Rear window wiper and washer ............................ 277
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .................................. 279 4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Toyota Safety Sense P ..... 284
PCS (Pre-Collision System)........................... 292
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering
control) ............................ 304
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed
range............................... 315
Cruise control .................... 331
Driving mode select switch .............................. 336
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ........ 338
• The Blind Spot Monitor function ......................... 342
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ................. 345
Intuitive parking assist....... 350
Parking Support Brake function ........................... 361
S-APGS (Simple Advanced Parking
Guidance System) .......... 374
Driving assist systems ...... 408
4-6. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips .................................. 415
Winter driving tips ............. 418

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4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle
P. 2 4 1
With the brake pedal depressed , shift the shift position to D.
(  P. 251)
Check that the shift position indicator shows D.
Release the parking brake. ( P. 2 5 8 )
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accele ra-
tor pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
With the shift position in D , depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift the shift
position to P. (
P. 252)
Stop the vehicl e completely.
Set the parking brake. ( P. 2 5 8 )
Shift the shift position to P. ( P. 252)
Check that the shift position indicator shows P.
Press the power switch to stop the hybrid system.
Slowly release th e brake pedal.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the electronic key on your
person.
If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe
driving:
Starting the hybrid system
Driving
Stopping
Parking the vehicle
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Driving
Firmly set the parking brake with the brake pedal depressed, and
then shift the shift position to D.
Release the brake ped al and gently depress the accelerator peda l.
Release the parking brake.
■ When starting off on an uphill
The hill-start assist control will activate. ( P. 409)
■ For fuel-efficient driving
Keep in mind that hybrid vehicles are similar to conventional vehicles, and it
is necessary to refrain from activities such as sudden accelera tion. (P. 415)
■ Driving in the rain
●Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the win-
dows may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.
● Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be espe-
cially slippery.
● Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the r ain,
because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road sur-
face, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properl y.
■ Restraining the hybrid system o utput (Brake Override System)
● When the accelerator and brake pedals are depressed at the same time, the
hybrid system output may be restrained.
● A warning message is displayed on the multi-information display while the
system is operating. ( P. 596)
■ “ECO Accelerator Guidance” (P. 128)
It is easier to drive in an Eco-friendly manner by driving whil e referring to the
“ECO Accelerator Guidance” display. Also, by using the “ECO Accelerator
Guidance”, it is easier to increase the Eco score evaluation.
● When starting off:
While staying within the “ECO Accelerator Guidance” range, gradually
depress the accelerator pedal and accelerate to the desired spe ed. If exces-
sive acceleration is avoided, the “Eco-Start” score will increa se.
● When driving:
After accelerating to the desired speed, release the accelerato r pedal and
drive at a stable speed within the “ECO Accelerator Guidance” range. By
keeping the vehicle within the “ECO Accelerator Guidance” range, the “Eco-
Cruise” score will increase.
● When stopping:
When stopping the vehicle, early releasing the accelerator peda l will cause
the “Eco-Stop” score to increase.
Starting off on a steep uphill
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Driving
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When starting the vehicle
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the “READY”
indicator is illuminated. This prevents the vehicle from creepi ng.
■ When driving the vehicle
● Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accel-
erator pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal.
• Accidentally depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the b rake
pedal will result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident.
• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a diffi- culty in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.
• Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving t he
vehicle only slightly. This allows you to depress the brake and accelera-
tor pedals properly.
• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake
pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency, result-
ing in an accident.
● The driver should pay extra attention to pedestrians when the v ehicle is
powered only by the electric motor (traction motor). As there i s no engine
noise, the pedestrians may misjudge the vehicle’s movement. Even
though the vehicle is equipped with the vehicle proximity notif ication sys-
tem, drive with care as pedestrians in the vicinity may still not notice the
vehicle if the surrounding area is noisy.
● Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammabl e materials
such as leaves, paper or rags.
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. Thes e hot
parts may cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.
● During normal driving, do not turn off the hybrid system. Turning the hybrid
system off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control,
however, power assist to the steering will be lost. This will m ake it more
difficult to steer smoothly, so you should pull over and stop t he vehicle as
soon as it is safe to do so.
In the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the
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4-1. Before driving
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When driving the vehicle
● Use engine braking (shift position B instead of shift position D) to maintain
a safe speed when driving down a steep hill.
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose
effectiveness. ( P. 252)
● Do not adjust the positions of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or
outside rear view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control.
● Always check that all passengers’ arms, head or other parts of their body
are not outside the vehicle.
● AWD models: Do not drive the vehicle off-road.
This is not an AWD vehicle designed for off-road driving. Proceed with all
due caution if it becomes unavoidable to drive off-road.
● Do not drive across river crossings or through other bodies of water.
This may cause electric/electronic components to short circuit, damage
the hybrid system or cause other serious damage to the vehicle.
● Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal sp eed limit per-
mits it, do not drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) unless your vehicl e has high-
speed capability tires. Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may resu lt in tire
failure, loss of control and possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer
to determine whether the tires on your vehicle are high-speed capability
tires or not before driving at such speeds.
■ When driving on slippery road surfaces
● Sudden braking, acceleration and steering may cause tire slippa ge and
reduce your ability to control the vehicle.
● Sudden acceleration, engine braking due to shifting, or changes in engine
speed could cause the vehicle to skid, resulting in an accident.
● After driving through a puddle, depress the brake pedal to make sure that
the brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent the
brakes from functioning properly. If the brakes on only one sid e are wet
and not functioning properly, steering control may be affected.