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TABLE OF CONTENTS2
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)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 ........ 108 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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PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
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4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ............. 166
Cargo and luggage............ 175
Vehicle load limits ............. 179
Trailer towing..................... 180
Dinghy towing.................... 181
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a smart 
key system) ..................... 182
Power (ignition) switch  (vehicles with a smart 
key system) ..................... 186
EV drive mode................... 193
Hybrid transmission........... 196
Turn signal lever................ 199
Parking brake .................... 200
4-3. Operating the lights  and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 201
Fog light switch ................. 205
Windshield wipers and  washer ............................ 207
Rear window wiper and  washer ............................ 211
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .................................. 214
4-5.  Using the driving  support systems
Toyota Safety Sense C ..... 218
PCS  (Pre-Collision System) .... 224
LDA  (Lane Departure Alert) .... 237
Automatic High Beam ....... 242 4-6.  Using the driving 
support systems
Cruise control .................... 247
Rear view monitor  system ............................. 251
Driving assist systems ....... 261
4-7. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips ................................... 267
Winter driving tips .............. 270
5-1.  Using the audio system Audio system types ........... 276
5-2. Basic Operations  (Multimedia system)
Multimedia system ............. 277
Steering wheel audio  switches........................... 279
USB port/AUX port ............ 280
Basic audio operations ...... 282
5-3. Setup  (Multimedia system)
Setup menu ....................... 284
General settings ................ 285
Audio settings .................... 287
Display settings ................. 288
Voice settings .................... 289
5-4.  Using the Multimedia  system
Selecting the audio  source.............................. 290
List screen operation ......... 291
Optimal use of the  multimedia system........... 293
5-5.  Using the radio  (Multimedia system)
Radio operation ................. 294
4Driving
5Audio system 
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17Pictorial index
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)Turn signal lever  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 199
Headlight switch  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 201
Headlights/front parking lights/tail lights/
daytime running lights  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 201
Front fog lights
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 205
Windshield wiper and washer switch  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 207
Usage  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 207
Adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 423
Emergency flasher switch  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 462
Fuel filler door opener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 214
Hood lock release lever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 412
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever . . . . . . . . . .  P. 153
Air conditioning system  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 370
Usage  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 370
Rear window defogger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 372
Multimedia system
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 277
Navigation system
*1, 2
Power outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  P. 389
*1: If equipped
*2: Refer to “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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872. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle's
systems.
Warning lights
*1
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning
light ( P. 473)*1Electric power steering
system warning light
(P. 474)
*1
(Canada)
Brake system warning
light ( P. 473)*1
Slip indicator ( P. 475)
*1
(Yellow)
Brake system warning
light (P. 473)Low fuel level warning
light (P. 475)
*1Charging system warn-
ing light ( P. 474)Seat belt reminder light
(P. 475)
*1
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator
lamp ( P. 474)*1
Master warning light 
(P. 475)
*1
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator
lamp ( P. 474)*1
Tire pressure warning
light (P. 476)
*1
SRS warning light 
(P. 474)
*1, 2
(if equipped)
PCS warning light 
(  P. 476)
*1
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light 
(P. 474)
(Canada)
Parking brake warning
light ( P. 200)
*1
(Canada)
ABS warning light 
(P. 474)
(U.S.A)
Parking brake warning
light ( P. 200) 
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Operation of
each component
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U) 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 
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1573-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
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Operation of each component
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
■Mirror angle can be adjusted when
Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
The “POWER” switch is in ACCESSORY or ON mode.
■ When the mirrors are fogged up (vehicles with outside rear view mirror
defoggers)
The outside rear view mirrors can be cleared using the mirror defoggers. Turn
on the rear window defogger to turn on the outside rear view mirror defog-
gers. ( P. 372)
WARNING
■When driving the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while driving.
Failure to do so may result in loss of control of the vehicle and cause an
accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
●Do not adjust the mirrors while driving.
● Do not drive with the mirrors folded.
● Both the driver and passenger side mirrors must be extended and properly
adjusted before driving.
■ When a mirror is moving
To avoid personal injury and mirror malfunction, be careful not to get your
hand caught by the moving mirror.
■ When the mirror defoggers are operat ing (vehicles with an outside rear
view mirror defoggers)
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces, as they can become very hot
and burn you. 
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1694-1. Before driving
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Driving
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
WARNING
Observe the following precautions. 
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When driving the vehicle
●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 make it more
difficult to steer smoothly, so you should pull over and stop the 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
vehicle in the normal way:  P. 463
● Use engine braking (shift position B) to maintain a safe speed when driv-
ing down a steep hill. 
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose
effectiveness. ( P. 196)
● 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, heads or other parts of their body
are not outside the vehicle.
● Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit per-
mits it, do not drive over 85 mph ( 140 km/h) unless your vehicle has high-
speed capability tires. Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may result in tire
failure, loss of control and possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer
to determine whether the tires on y our vehicle are high-speed capability
tires or not before driving at such speeds. 
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1744-1. Before driving
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
NOTICE
■Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for
an extended period of time. 
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
● When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc. 
■ If you get a flat tire while driving 
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehi-
cle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
● The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire ( P. 497)
■ When encounterin g flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
● Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, hybrid
transmission, etc.
● Lubricant condition of the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc. 
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1834-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)
“LOCK”
The steering wheel is locked and
the key can be removed. (The key
can be removed only when the
shift lever is in P.)
“ACC”
Some electrical components such
as the power outlet can be used.
“ON”
All electrical components can be used.
“START”
For starting the hybrid system.
■Turning the key from  “ACC” to “LOCK”
Shift the shift lever to P.
■ Sounds and vibrations specific to a hybrid vehicle
P.  7 5
■ When the ambient temperature is low,  such as during winter driving con-
ditions
When starting the hybrid system, the flashing time of the “READY” indicator
may be long. Leave the vehicle as it is until the “READY” indicator is steady
on, as steady means the vehicle is able to move.
Changing the engine switch positions
1
2
3
4
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Push in the key and turn it to the
“LOCK” position.2 
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1894-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
PRIUS c_U (OM52F96U)■
Notes for the entry function
P. 141
■ If the hybrid system does not start
●The immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 82) 
Contact your Toyota dealer.
■ Steering lock
After turning the “POWER” switch off and opening and closing the doors, the
steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the
“POWER” switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.
■ When the steering lock cannot be released
■ Steering lock motor overheating prevention
To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be sus-
pended if the hybrid system is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period
of time. In this case, refrain from operating the hybrid system. After about 10
seconds, the steering lock motor will resume functioning. ●Check that the shift lever is securely set
in P. The hybrid system may not start if
the shift lever is not securely in the P
position. “SHIFT TO P POSITION TO
START” will be displayed on the multi-
information display.
“STEERING LOCK ACTIVE” will be dis-
played on the multi-information display. 
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Press the “POWER” switch while turning
the steering wheel left and right.