instrument cluster TOYOTA PRIUS C 2015 NHP10 / 1.G Owners Manual

PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Instrument
clusterHow to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
3
Operation of
each
componentOpening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
4DrivingOperations and advices which are necessary for
driving
5Audio systemOperating the audio system
6Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
7Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance
procedures
8When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
9Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
10For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat
belt and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian
owners
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically

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PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)For your information....................... 8
Reading this manual .................... 12
How to search .............................. 13
Pictorial index .............................. 14
1-1. For safe use
Before driving ...................... 24
For safety drive ................... 26
Seat belts ............................ 28
SRS airbags ........................ 37
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 50
Safety information for children ............................. 56
Child restraint systems ........ 57
Installing child restraints ...... 61
Exhaust gas precautions ..... 70
1-2. Hybrid system Hybrid system features ....... 71
Hybrid system precautions ....................... 76
1-3. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system ............. 82
Theft prevention labels ........ 84
2. Instrument cluster Warning lights and indicators........................... 86
Gauges and meters............. 91
Multi-information display ..... 94
Energy monitor/ consumption screen ........ 107 3-1. Key information
Keys................................... 118
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Side doors ......................... 124
Back door .......................... 133
Smart key system .............. 138
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats......................... 145
Rear seats ......................... 146
Head restraints .................. 150
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ................... 153
Inside rear view mirror ....... 155
Outside rear view mirrors ............................. 156
3-5. Opening and closing the windows
Power windows.................. 158
Moon roof .......................... 162
1For safety and security
2Instrument cluster
3Operation of each
component

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Warning lights and indicators .......................... 86
Gauges and meters ............ 91
Multi-information display ..... 94
Energy monitor/ consumption screen ........ 107

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Warning lights and indicators
The warning lights and indicators on the instrument cluster
inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various systems.
For the purpose of explanation, the following illustration dis-
plays all warning lights and indicators illuminated.

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Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle's
systems.
Warning lights
*
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning
light (P. 441)*
(Canada)
ABS warning light
(P. 442)
*
(Canada)
Brake system warning
light ( P. 441)*Electric power steering
system warning light
(P. 442)
*
(Yellow)
Brake system warning
light ( P. 441)*
Slip indicator ( P. 442)
*Charging system warn-
ing light (P. 442)Low fuel level warning
light (P. 443)
*
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator
lamp ( P. 442)Seat belt reminder light
(P. 443)
*
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator
lamp ( P. 442)*Master warning light
(P. 443)
*SRS warning light
(P. 442)*Tire pressure warning
light ( P. 444)
*
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light
(P. 442)

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*: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position(vehicles without a smart key system) or the “POWER” switch is turned to
ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system) to indicate that a system
check is being performed. They will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or
after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if the lights
do not come on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.

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The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s
various systems.
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position(vehicles without a smart key system) or the “POWER” switch is turned to
ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system) to indicate that a system
check is being performed. They will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or
after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if the lights
do not come on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
Indicators
Turn signal indicator
(P. 199) EV drive mode indicator
(
P. 193)
Headlight high beam
indicator (P. 201)
Shift position indicator
( P. 197)
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
(P. 201) “ECO MODE” indicator
(
P. 197)
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
(P. 201)EV drive indicator lamp
( P. 73)
(if equipped)
Front fog light indicator
(P. 205)
(if equipped)
Cruise control indicator
( P. 218)
(if equipped)
Immobilizer system indi-
cator ( P. 82)
(if equipped)
Cruise control set indica-
tor (P. 218)
*1, 2
Slip indicator ( P. 233)
“READY” indicator
( P. 182, 186)
*1VSC OFF indicator
( P. 233)
SRS airbag
on-off indica-
tor ( P. 5 0 )*1

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WARNING
■If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS or SRS warning light not
come on when you start the hybrid system, this could mean that these sys-
tems are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could result
in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately if this occurs.

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Speedometer
Displays the vehicle speed.
Shift position display
Displays the selected shift position. (P. 196)
Fuel gauge
Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank.
Multi-information display
Presents the driver with a variety of driving-related data. (P. 94)
Gauges and meters
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The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted by turn-
ing the dial.Brighter
Darker
■The meters and multi-information display illuminate when
Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
The “POWER” switch is in ON mode.
■ The brightness of the instrument panel lights
When the tail lights are turned on, the brightness will be reduced slightly
unless the control dial is turned up fully.
■ Engine speed
On hybrid vehicles, engine speed is precisely controlled in order to help
improve fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust emissions etc.
There are times when the engine speed that is displayed may differ even
when vehicle operation and driving conditions are the same.
■ Unit of measure of the speedometer (on some models)
P. 9 7
Instrument panel light control
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