light TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN 2015 User Guide

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Instrument panel light control dial P. 265
Headlight cleaner switch
P. 312
Hood lock release lever P. 448
Outside rear view mirror switches P. 173
Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Fuel filler door opener P. 178
MPH or km/h button P. 264

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Pictorial indexLuggage compartment
Luggage cover P. 410
Luggage compartment light P. 145
Auxiliary box P. 409
Cargo hooks P. 409
Emergency tire puncture repair kit P. 574

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Hybrid warning message
A message is automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in
the hybrid system or an improper operation is attempted.
If a warning message is shown
on the multi-information display,
read the message and follow the
instructions. (oP. 5 5 0 )
■If a warning light comes on, a warning message is displayed or the 12-
volt battery is disconnected
The hybrid system may not start. In that case, try to start the system again. If
the “READY” indicator does not come on, contact your Toyota dealer.
■Running out of fuel
When the vehicle has run out of fuel and the hybrid system cannot be
started, refuel the vehicle with at least enough gasoline to make the low fuel
level warning light (oP. 5 4 1 ) g o o f f . I f t h e r e i s o n l y a s m a l l a m o u n t o f f u e l ,
the hybrid system may not be able to start. (The minimum amount of fuel to
add to make the low fuel level warning light go out is about 1.9 gal. [7.1 L,
1.6 Imp.gal.], when the vehicle is on a level surface. This value may vary
when the vehicle is on a slope.)

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These images are examples only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.
ConditionDisplay
When the vehicle is charging the
hybrid battery (traction battery)
When there is no energy flow
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
status
Low Full

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These images are examples only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.
ConditionDisplay
When the vehicle is charging the
hybrid battery (traction battery)
When there is no energy flow
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
status
Low Full

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These images are examples only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.
ConditionDisplay
When the vehicle is charging the
hybrid battery (traction battery)
When there is no energy flow

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Consumption screen
Display Audio system
Press “CAR”.
If the “Energy Monitor” screen is displayed, touch “Consumption”.
Fuel consumption in the past
30 minutes
Cruising range (oP. 6 7 )
Regenerated energy in the
past 30 minutes
One symbol indicates 30 Wh. Up
to 4 symbols are shown.
The image is an example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.
Navigation system
Press “INFO APPS” or “INFO”.
To u c h “ F u e l C o n s u m p t i o n ” o n t h e “ I n f o r m a t i o n ” s c r e e n .
If the “Energy Monitor” screen is displayed, touch “Fuel Consump-
tion”.
Fuel consumption in the past
30 minutes
Regenerated energy in the
past 30 minutes
One symbol indicates 30 Wh. Up
to 4 symbols are shown.
Cruising range (oP. 6 7 )
The image is an example only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions.
STEP 1
STEP 2

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EV indicator*1
Eco Driving Indicator Light*1
Average speed*2
Average fuel consumption*2
Use the displayed average fuel
consumption as a reference.
*1: oP. 2 7 3
*2:The current amount since the trip
meter was reset will be displayed.
These functions can be reset by
pressing and holding the “TRIP”
button when either the 5-minute
or 1-minute interval fuel con-
sumption display is being shown.

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Monthly fuel consumption record (multi-information display
only)
Press the “DISP” button to dis-
play the monthly fuel consump-
tion record.
Displays the average fuel consumption for the previous 6 months.
Average fuel consumption for
the previous 6 months
EV indicator*
Eco Driving Indicator Light*
Driving distance for each
month
*:oP. 2 7 3

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Plug-in hybrid vehicle driving tips
For economical and ecological driving, pay attention to the following
points:
■Using EV mode and HV mode effectively
Primarily using EV mode when driving in cities and using HV
mode when driving on highways (or freeways) can help con-
serve fuel and electricity. (oP. 3 7 )
■Using Eco drive mode
When using Eco drive mode, a torque corresponding to the
accelerator pedal depression amount can be generated more
smoothly than it is in normal conditions. In addition, the opera-
tion of the air conditioning system (heating/cooling) will be mini-
mized, improving fuel and electricity economy. (oP. 2 5 1 )
■Use of Hybrid System Indicator
Eco-friendly driving is possible by keeping the Hybrid System
Indicator within Eco area. (oP. 2 7 3 )
■When braking the vehicle
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in good time. A
greater amount of electrical energy can be retained when slow-
ing down.
■Delays
Repeated acceleration and deceleration, as well as long waits at
traffic lights, will lead to high fuel and electricity consumption.
Check traffic reports before leaving and avoid delays as much
as possible. When encountering a delay, gently release the
brake pedal to allow the vehicle to move forward slightly while
avoiding overuse of the accelerator pedal. Doing so can help
control excessive electricity and fuel consumption.