ECO mode TOYOTA PRIUS 2021 Owners Manual (in English)
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ECO MODE indicator
Automatic High Beams (AHB) indicator
For details, refer to “Warning lights and indicators,” Section 2, 2021 Owner’s
Manual.
AFS OFF indicator2,4
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning1
Charging system warning1
Brake system warning1EV drive mode indicator
EV indicator
Airbag SRS warning1
OVERVIEW
Instrument cluster
Air bag ON/OFF indicator1
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) indicator4
Constant speed cruise control indicator/Constant speedcruise control SET indicator
Full-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC) indicator/ DRCC SET indicator
Brake Override System/Drive-Start control/Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automated Braking5 indicator4
Electric power steering system warning
(red/yellow)1Brake system warning (yellow)1
Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder (alarm will sound when the power switch is “IGNITION ON” mode)
Indicator symbols
Clock
Main DisplayMulti-Information Display (MID)
Transmission shift position indicator
Service indicators and warning lights
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OVERVIEW
FEATURES
& OPERATIONS
TOYOTA
SAFETY
SENSE
SAFETY
& EMERGENCY
FEATURES
Power Mode indicator
READY indicator
Open door warning
VSC OFF indicator1
Turn signal indicator
Parking brake indicator
Shift position indicators
Steering Control indicator
Smart Key system indicator
Fog light indicator4
Heated steering wheel indicator4
Fuel tank door position
Headlight low/high beam indicators
High coolant temperature warning1
Low engine oil pressure warning1
Low tire pressure warning1
Security indicator
Low fuel level warning
Master warning1
Intuitive Parking Assist indicator4
Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automated Braking OFF indicator1,2,4,5
Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)/Lane Departure Alert (LDA) Sway Control indicator
Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)/Lane Departure Alert (LDA) indicator (green/orange3)
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1
Pre-Collision System (PCS) warning light1,2,4
Slip indicator/Hill-start AssistControl indicator1,3
Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder indicator
Intelligent Parking Assist (IPA) indicator1,4
1 If the indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting the Hybrid system, there may be a malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.2 If the indicator flashes, there may be a malfunction. Refer to the Owner’s Manual.3 If the indicator flashes, it indicates that the system is operating.4 If equipped.5 Refer to section PKSB (Parking Support Braking function) in the Owner’s Manual.
Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)/Lane Departure Alert (LDA) with Steering Assist indicator
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TIPS FOR IMPROVED FUEL ECONOMY
DEFAULT SETTING
CUSTOMIZED SETTING
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
and reduced vehicle emissions.
NOTE: Fuel consumption and energy information of the Hybrid System are
shown on the Audio Multimedia System screen or the navigation system (if
equipped).
1. Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner’s Manual.
2. When possible, link trips to reduce engine cold starts.
3. Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on the highway.
4. When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking energy.
5. Minimize use of the air conditioning.
Hybrid Synergy Drive System
Auto lock/unlock
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
(1) Depress the brake pedal, and “”
will be displayed on the Multi-Information
Display.
(2) Press the “POWER” switch briefly and
firmly.
(3) The “READY” light will blink. After
a few seconds, when the light remains
steady and a beep sounds, shift the
gear to the desired position and you may
begin driving.
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in different modes, or turned
OFF.
Shift position linked door locking/unlocking function
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
Speed linked door locking function
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph.
Driver’s door linked door unlocking function
-Doors unlock when the driver’s door is opened within 45 seconds after turning the
“POWER” switch to OFF.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
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OVERVIEW
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
* 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.).
Reverse
Park button
Neutral
Drive
Engine brake*
Hybrid transmission
Driving mode select switch
EV Drive Mode ON/OFF switch EV-Drive Mode allows the electric motor (traction
motor), powered by the hybrid battery (traction battery), to be used to drive the
vehicle under certain driving conditions (sufficient battery level, low vehicle speed,
etc.)
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Normal - Suitable for
normal driving.
Power mode - Use when
a higher level of response
is desired, such as when
driving in mountainous
regions.
ECO drive mode -
Helps achieve lower fuel
consumption during trips
that involve frequent
accelerating and braking.Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
EV drive mode switch
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FEATURES & OPERATIONS
AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 7-in DISPLAY
Air conditioning/heating
Air conditioningON/OFF
Recirculate cabin air (outside air when OFF)
Airflow vent
Windshield defogger
Outside rearview mirror/Rear window defogger
Automatic climate control ONAdjusting the temperature setting will cause the airflow vents, air intake and fan to adjust automatically to set temperature.
Smart-flow (S-Flow) mode gives airflow priority to the front seats, reducing the airflow and air conditioning effect onrear seats when there are no passengers.
Climate control OFF
Temperature settingFan speed
ECO mode: Climate control that minimizes fuel consumption. This option may reduce fan speed.
Adjusters Up/Down: Change temperature,change fan speed, change vent mode.
Seat heaters (if equipped)
Driver seatFrontpassenger seat
The “POWER” switch must be in the “IGNITION ON” mode for use.
NOTE: Turn system off when not in use.
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AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 11.6-in DISPLAY
Air conditioning temperature control
Windshield defogger
Rear window and outside rear view mirrors defogger
Temperature setting
Fan speed settingAutomatic mode setting
Air conditioning control screen
Airflow mode setting
S-FLOW mode settingAir conditioningECO mode settingA/C settingOutside/recirculated air mode setting
OVERVIEW
FEATURES
& OPERATIONS
TOYOTA
SAFETY
SENSE
SAFETY
& EMERGENCY
FEATURES
Touch area to display air conditioning control screen (See below)
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OVERVIEW
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY & EMERGENCY FEATURES
The VSC OFF switch can be used to help free a stuck vehicle in surroundings like
mud, dirt or snow. While the vehicle is stopped, press switch to disable the TRAC
system.
To disable both VSC and TRAC systems, press and hold the switch for at least 3
seconds.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for limitations and more details.
Push
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)/
TRAC OFF switch
Assist mode will be canceled or stopped in the following cases.
Assist control is canceled when
• The system temperature preservation function operates
• There is a system malfunction
• System determined that the parking environment is not suitable for assist to
continue
When assist control is canceled, firmly grasp the steering wheel, depress the brake
pedal and stop the vehicle.
Start again from the beginning, as the system will already be canceled. When
continuing to park manually, operate the steering wheel as you normally would.
Assist control is stopped when
• The steering wheel is operated
• The vehicle speed exceeds 4 mph (7 km/h) during assist control
• The Front and Rear Parking Assist with Automated Braking** operates
When assist control is stopped, it can be resumed by following the guidance shown
on the screen.
The Intelligent Parking Assist (IPA) system requires driver brake control. Always
look around outside the vehicle and use mirrors to confirm clearance.
* Refer to section S-APGS (Simple Advanced Parking Guidance System) in the
Owner’s Manual for limitations and more details.
** Refer to section PKSB (Parking Support Brake function) in the Owner’s Manual
for limitations and more details.
CANCELING OF STOPPING ASSIST MODE
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SWITCHING TO CONSTANT SPEED (CRUISE) CONTROL MODE
SETTING CONSTANT SPEED (CRUISE) CONTROL
Note: When your vehicle is too close to a vehicle ahead, and sufficient automatic
deceleration via the cruise control is not possible, the display will flash and the
buzzer will sound to alert the driver. An example of this would be if another driver
cuts in front of you while you are following a vehicle. Depress the brake pedal to
ensure an appropriate vehicle-to-vehicle distance.
If you are already using DRCC “,” push ON-OFF button to turn the system off
first, then push and hold ON-OFF button for at least 1.5 seconds to switch.
Note: When the engine is turned off, it will automatically default to DRCC.
(3) Acceleration when there are no longer any preceding vehicles driving
slower than the set speed
The system accelerates until the set speed is reached. The system then
returns to constant speed cruising.
To adjust speed or cancel, see steps (2) and (3) of ADJUSTING SET SPEED on
page 43.
Refer to the Toyota Owner’s Manual for additional information on DRCC operation,
settings adjustments, limitations, and precautions before attempting to use it.
ADJUSTING DISTANCE (CONTINUED)
OVERVIEW
FEATURES
& OPERATIONS
TOYOTA
SAFETY
SENSE
SAFETY
& EMERGENCY
FEATURES
1.5 seconds
Set
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