TOYOTA PRIUS C 2018 Owners Manual (in English)

PRIUS c_U (OM52G95U)
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 advice 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 (OM52G95U)For your information....................... 8
Reading this manual .................... 14
How to search .............................. 15
Pictorial index .............................. 16
1-1. For safe use
Before driving ...................... 26
For safe driving ................... 28
Seat belts ............................ 30
SRS airbags ........................ 39
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 52
Safety information for children ............................. 57
Child restraint systems ........ 58
Installing child restraints ...... 62
Exhaust gas precautions ..... 73
1-2. Hybrid system Hybrid system features ....... 74
Hybrid system precautions ....................... 79
1-3. Theft deterrent system Immobilizer system ............. 86
Theft prevention labels ........ 89 2. Instrument cluster
Warning lights and indicators ........................... 92
Gauges and meters ............. 97
Multi-information display ............................. 101
Energy monitor/ consumption screen ........ 110
3-1. Key information Keys................................... 118
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Side doors ......................... 125
Back door .......................... 134
Smart key system .............. 139
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats......................... 148
Rear seats ......................... 149
Head restraints .................. 153
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ................... 156
Inside rear view mirror ....... 158
Outside rear view mirrors ............................. 159
3-5. Opening and closing the windows
Power windows.................. 161
Moon roof .......................... 165
1For safety and security
2Instrument cluster
3Operation of each
component

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4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ............. 170
Cargo and luggage............ 179
Vehicle load limits ............. 183
Trailer towing..................... 184
Dinghy towing.................... 185
4-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch (vehicles without a
smart key system) ........... 186
Power (ignition) switch (vehicles with a smart
key system) ..................... 190
EV drive mode................... 197
Hybrid transmission........... 200
Turn signal lever................ 204
Parking brake .................... 205
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 206
Fog light switch ................. 210
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 212
Rear window wiper and washer ............................ 216 4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap ........................... 219
4-5. Toyota Safety Sense C Toyota Safety Sense C...... 223
PCS (Pre-Collision System)..... 229
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)..... 242
Automatic High Beam ........ 247
4-6. Using the driving support systems
Cruise control .................... 252
Rear view monitor system ............................. 256
Driving assist systems ....... 266
4-7. Driving tips Hybrid vehicle driving tips ....................... 272
Winter driving tips .............. 275
4Driving

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PRIUS c_U (OM52G95U)5-1. Using the audio system
Audio system types ........... 282
5-2. Basic Operations (Multimedia system)
Multimedia system ............ 283
Steering wheel audio switches .......................... 285
USB port/AUX port ............ 286
Basic audio operations ...... 288
5-3. Setup (Multimedia system)
Setup menu ....................... 290
General settings ................ 291
Audio settings.................... 293
Display settings ................. 294
Voice settings .................... 295
5-4. Using the Multimedia system
Selecting the audio source ............................. 296
List screen operation ......... 297
Optimal use of the multimedia system .......... 299
5-5. Using the radio (Multimedia system)
Radio operation ................. 300
5-6. Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs
(Multimedia system)
CD player operation........... 302
5-7. Using an external device (Multimedia system)
Listening to an iPod ........... 308
Listening to a USB memory device ................ 313
Using the AUX port ............ 318
5-8. Connecting Bluetooth
®
(Multimedia system)
Preparations to use wireless
communication ................ 319
Registering a Bluetooth
®
audio player for the
first time ........................... 324
Registering a Bluetooth
®
phone for the first time..... 325
Registering a Bluetooth
®
device .............................. 326
Connecting a Bluetooth
®
device .............................. 328
Displaying a Bluetooth
®
device details................... 330
Detailed Bluetooth
®
system settings................ 331
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5-9. Bluetooth® Audio
(Multimedia system)
Listening to Bluetooth
®
Audio ............................... 332
5-10. Bluetooth
® phone
(Multimedia system)
Using a Bluetooth
®
Phone.............................. 334
Making a call ..................... 337
Receiving a call ................. 340
Speaking on the phone ..... 341
Bluetooth
® phone
message function ............ 345
Using the steering wheel switches .......................... 350
Bluetooth
® phone
settings............................ 351
Contact/ Call History Settings........ 353
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ............ 363
5-11. Bluetooth
®
(Multimedia system)
Bluetooth
®......................... 367
5-12. Using the voice command system
(Multimedia system)
Voice command system .... 372 6-1. Using the air
conditioning system
and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ............................. 378
Seat heaters ...................... 386
6-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list................. 387
• Interior lights.................. 388
• Personal lights............... 388
6-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ...... 390
• Glove box ...................... 391
• Console box .................. 391
• Auxiliary boxes .............. 392
• Cup holders ................... 393
• Bottle holders ................ 394
6-4. Other interior features Other interior features........ 395
• Sun visors ..................... 395
• Vanity mirrors ................ 395
• Power outlet .................. 396
• Coat hooks .................... 397
• Assist grips .................... 398
• Luggage cover .............. 399
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PRIUS c_U (OM52G95U)7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 402
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 405
7-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 411
General maintenance ........ 414
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ......................... 417
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 418
Hood.................................. 421
Positioning a floor jack ...... 423
Engine compartment ......... 424
12-volt battery ................... 433
Tires .................................. 437
Tire inflation pressure........ 446
Wheels .............................. 449
Air conditioning filter .......... 451
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery ...... 453
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 456
Light bulbs ......................... 460 8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 470
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency....................... 471
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................... 473
If you think something is wrong............................... 480
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 481
If a warning message is displayed ......................... 490
If you have a flat tire .......... 507
If the hybrid system will not start ........................... 520
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 522
If the vehicle 12-volt battery is discharged ....... 524
If your vehicle overheats......................... 531
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................ 535
7Maintenance and care8When trouble arises

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9-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .......... 538
Fuel information ................ 547
Tire information ................. 550
9-2. Customization Customizable features ...... 562
Items to initialize................ 567
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ............................. 570
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ............................... 571
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ............................... 573 What to do if...
(Troubleshooting) ..................... 584
Alphabetical index ...................... 589
9Vehicle specifications
10For owners
Index
For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “NAVIGATION
SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL” for in formation regarding the navi-
gation system.

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PRIUS c_U (OM52G95U)Please note that this manual applies to all models and all equipment, includ-
ing options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not
installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing.
However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we
reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ
from your vehicle in terms of equipment.
Approximately five hours after the hybrid system is turned off, you may hear
sound coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of
a fuel evaporation leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota vehi-
cles are currently available on the market. You should know that Toyota does
not warrant these products and is not responsible for their performance,
repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse
effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products. Modi-
fication with non-genuine Toyota products could affect its performance, safety
or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition,
damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be
covered under warranty.
For your information
Main Owner’s Manual
Noise from under vehicle after turning off the hybrid system
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota

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PRIUS c_U (OM52G95U)The installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect
electronic systems such as:
●
Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
● Toyota Safety Sense C
● Cruise control system
● Anti-lock brake system
● SRS airbag system
● Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or spe-
cial instructions regarding installation of a mobile two-way radio system.
High voltage parts and cables on the hybrid vehicles emit approximately the
same amount of electromagnetic waves as the conventional gasoline pow-
ered vehicles or home electronic appliances despite of their electromagnetic
shielding.
Unwanted noise may occur in the reception of the mobile two-way radio.
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system

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PRIUS c_U (OM52G95U)Your Toyota is equipped with several sophisticated computers that will record
certain data, such as:
• Engine speed
• Electric motor speed (traction motor speed)
• Accelerator status
• Brake status
• Vehicle speed
• Shift position
• Hybrid battery (traction battery) status
The recorded data varies according to the vehicle grade level and options
with which it is equipped. These computers do not record conversations or
sounds, and only record images outside of the vehicle in certain situati\
ons.
●Data Transmission
Your vehicle may transmit the data re corded in these computers to Toyota
without notification to you.
●Data usage
Toyota may use the data recorded in these computers to diagnose malfunc-
tions, conduct research and development, and improve quality.
Toyota will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except:
• With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the lessee if the vehicle is leased
• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a govern- ment agency
• For use by Toyota in a lawsuit
• For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner
●To learn more about the vehicle data collected, used and shared by Toy-
ota, please visit www.toyota.com/privacyvts/
.
Vehicle data recordings