transmission TOYOTA PRIUS C 2012 NHP10 / 1.G Quick Reference Guide

OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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INDEX
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND
EMERGENCY FEATURES
Engine maintenance 9
Fuel tank door release and cap 8
Hood release 8
Indicator symbols 4-5
Instrument cluster 4
Instrument panel 2-3
Keyless entry16
Light control-Instrument panel 9
Smart Key system1,27
Air Conditioning/Heating 16
Audio 18-19
Auto lock/unlock111
Clock 22
Cruise control 20
EV-Drive Mode 21
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) 23
Hybrid Synergy Drive System 10
Lights1& turn signals 15
Moonroof 17
Multi-Information Display222
Parking brake 20
Power outlets 19
Seat adjustments-Front 13
Seat heaters 17
Seat-Folding down rear seat 13
Seats-Head restraints 12
Steering wheel switches 19
Telephone controls (Bluetooth®)23
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 21
Transmission 11
Windows-Power 14
Windshield wipers & washers 14
Doors-Child safety locks 25
Door locks 25
Floor mat installation 27
Seat belts 24
Spare tire & tools 25
Star Safety SystemTM 26-27
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System 24
1Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.2 Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and more
information.

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OVERVIEW
Indicator symbols
Instrument cluster
Speedometer
Transmission shift position indicator
Fuel gauge
Multi-information display
Service indicators and reminders
Charging system warning1
Brake system warning1
Low Tire Pressure Warning1
Immobilizer system indicator
Airbag SRS warning1
Master warning1
Driver seat belt reminder
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator
1
Low fuel level warning
Electric power steering system warning1
Brake system warning light (yellow indicator)1
1
If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting hybrid system, there may be a
malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2, 2012 Owner’s
Manual.

OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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Transmission
1 The “POWER”/ignition switch must be “ON” and the brake pedal depressed to
shift from Park.
2 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.).
Eco Mode
Push

Eco Mode helps achieve low fuel consumption during trips that involve frequent
accelerating and braking.
Refer to the Owner’s Manualfor more details.
Park1
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Engine brake2
Auto lock/unlock
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in two different modes, or
turned OFF.
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed is approximately 12 mph or higher.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
Vehicles without Smart Key system
-Doors unlock when the ignition switch is set from “ON” to “ACC” or “LOCK” and
driver’s door is opened.
Vehicles with Smart Key system
-Doors unlock when the “POWER” switch is set to OFF and driver’s door is opened.
Refer to the Owner’s Manualfor more details.