horn TOYOTA PRIUS C 2012 NHP10 / 1.G Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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1-1. Hybrid systemHybrid system features ........ 24
Hybrid system precautions ... 29
Energy monitor/consumption screen ................................ 35
Hybrid vehicle driving tips .... 42
1-2. Key information Keys ..................................... 44
1-3. Opening, closing and
locking the doors
Smart key system................. 47
Wireless remote control ....... 61
Side doors ............................ 65
Back door ............................. 71
1-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ........................... 76
Rear seats ............................ 77
Head restraints ..................... 81
Seat belts ............................. 84
Steering wheel ..................... 93
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror.......................... 94
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 96
1-5. Opening a nd closing the
windo ws and moon roof
Power windows .................... 98
Moon roof ........................... 101 1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap... 105
1-7. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system ............. 110
Theft prevention labels ....... 112
1-8. Safety information Correct driving posture ....... 113
SRS airbags ....................... 115
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 129
Child restraint systems ....... 134
Installing child restraints ..... 138
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle .............. 148
Engine (ignition) switch....... 158
Power (ignition) switch........ 162
EV drive mode .................... 170
Hybrid transmission ............ 173
Turn signal lever ................. 176
Parking brake ..................... 177
Horn .................................... 178
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ............ 179
Indicators and warning lights ................... 182
Multi-information display ..... 185
1Before driving
2When driving

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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Cruise control switch  P. 215
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without a smart key
system)
P. 158
Audio remote control
switches
P. 286
Talk switch , *1
Telephone switches
, *2 P. 293
Horn P. 178
Climate remote co
ntrol switches P. 241
“DISP” switch P. 186
“TRIP” switch P. 186

When driving2
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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 148
Engine (ignition) switch .... 158
Power (ignition) switch ..... 162
EV drive mode ................. 170
Hybrid transmission ......... 173
Turn signal lever .............. 176
Parking brake ................... 177
Horn ................................. 178
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 179
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 182
Multi-information display............................ 185
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ............... 202
Fog light switch ................ 206
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 208
Rear window wiper and washer ........................... 212 2-4. Using other driving
systems
Cruise control ................... 215
Driving assist systems ..... 219
Hill-start assist control ...... 222
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage .......... 224
Vehicle load limits ............ 228
Winter driving tips ............ 229
Trailer towing ................... 233
Dinghy towing .................. 234

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2-1. Driving procedures
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■After adjusting the steering wheel
Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked.
The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked.
(P. 93)
To sound the horn, press on or
close to the mark.

404 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Fuse layout and amperage ratingsEngine compartment (type A fuse box)
FuseAmpereCircuit
1 EFI-MAIN 20 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, EFI NO.2
2 HORN 10 A Horn
3 IG2 30 A IG2 NO.2, METER, IGN
4 SPARE 7.5 A Spare fuse
5 SPARE 15 A Spare fuse
6 SPARE 30 A Spare fuse
7 EFI NO.2 10 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
8 H-LP RH-LO 10 A Right-hand headlight (low beam)
9 H-LP LH-LO 10 A Left-hand headlight (low beam),
gauge and meters
10 H-LP RH-HI 10 A Right-hand headlight (high beam)
11 H-LP LH-HI 10 A Left-hand headlight (high beam),
gauge and meters

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
12 IG2 NO.2
10 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, steering switches, brake
system, starter system, smart key
system, occupant classification
system, SRS airbag system
13 DOME 15 AAudio system, vehicle control and
operation data recording, main
body ECU, personal lights, lug-
gage compartment light
14 ECU-B NO.1 7.5 A Main body ECU, smart key system
15 METER 7.5 A Gauge and meters
16 IGN 15 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
17 HAZ 10 A Emergency flashers
18 ETCS 10 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
19 ABS NO.1 20 A Brake system
20 ENG W/PMP 30 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
21 H-LP-MAIN 40 A H-LP LH-LO, H-LP RH-LO, H-LP
LH-HI, H-LP RH-HI, daytime run-
ning light system
22 H-LP CLN 30 A No circuit
23 ABS MTR NO.1 30 A Brake system
24 P/I 50 A EFI-MAIN, HORN, IG2
FuseAmpereCircuit

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the hybrid system will not start
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the
situation. Check the following and perform the appropriate proce-
dure:
■ The hybrid system will not start even though the correct
starting procedure is being followed. ( P. 158, 162)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● Vehicles with a smart key system: The electronic key may not
be functioning properly. ( P. 474)
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ( P. 105)
● Vehicles with immobilizer sy stem: There may be a malfunc-
tion in the immobilizer system. ( P. 1 1 0 )
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
● Vehicles with a smart key syst em: The hybrid system may be
malfunctioning due to an electrical problem such as an open
circuit or a blown fuse. However, depending on the type of
malfunction, an interim measure is available to start the hybrid
system. ( P. 470)
■ The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does
not sound or sounds at a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 475)
● The 12-volt battery terminal c onnections may be loose or cor-
roded.

470 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Emergency start function (vehicles with a smart key system)When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the
“POWER” switch is functioning normally: Shift the shift lever to P.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the “POWER” switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the “POWER” switch for about 15 seconds
while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer.
■ The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the 12-volt ba ttery terminals may be discon-
nected.
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 475)
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
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544 Alphabetical index
HeatersSeat heaters .......................... 334
Side mirrors ........................... 245
Hill-start assist control ............ 222
Hood .......................................... 360
Horn........................................... 178
Hybrid system Emergency shut off system .....30
Energy monitor/
consumption screen..............35
High voltage components........29
Hybrid system indicator ......... 195
“POWER” switch ................... 162
Vehicle Proximity
Notification System ...............25
I/M test....................................... 355
Identification Electric motor ........................ 492
Engine ................................... 492
Tire ........................................ 503
Vehicle .................................. 491
Ignition switch .................. 158, 162
Illuminated entry system ......... 320
Immobilizer system.................. 110
Indicator lights ......................... 182
Initialization Items to initialize.................... 522
Inside rear view mirror ..............94
Interior lights Switch.................................... 319
Wattage ................................. 499
iPod ........................................... 266
Jack Positioning a floor jack .......... 362
Vehicle-equipped jack ........... 457
Jack handle .............................. 457 Keyless entry ............................. 61
Keys
Electronic key.......................... 44
Engine switch ................ 158, 162
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 473
If you lose your keys ............. 472
Ignition switch ............... 158, 162
Key battery ............................ 397
Keyless entry .......................... 61
Key number............................. 44
Keys ........................................ 44
Mechanical key ....................... 44
“POWER” switch ................... 162
Wireless remote control key ........................................ 61
Knee airbag .............................. 115
License plate lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 411
Wattage................................. 499
Light bulbs
Replacing .............................. 411
Wattage................................. 499
Lights
Emergency flasher switch ..... 424
Fog light switch ..................... 206
Hazard light switch ................ 424
Headlight switch .................... 202
Instrument panel light switch.................................. 202
Interior lights switch .............. 319
Parking light switch ............... 202
Personal light switch ............. 319
Replacing light bulbs ............. 411
Side marker light switch ........ 202
Tail light switch...................... 202
Turn signal lever ................... 176
Wattage................................. 499
Load capacity ........................... 228
Lock steering column...... 160, 166
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