ECO mode TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN 2015 Repair Manual

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Interior
buzzer
Exterior
buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure
Contin-
uous
Contin-
uous
(Displayed alternately)
(Flashes)
The driver’s
door is opened
and closed
while the elec-
tronic key is out-
side the
detection range
and the
“POWER”
switch is in
ACCESSORY
or ON mode
with the shift
position not in P.
•Shift the
shift posi-
tion to P.
•Confirm
the loca-
tion of the
electronic
key.
Once
(Comes on for 15 seconds.)
The electronic
key battery is
low.
Replace
the bat-
tery.
(oP. 4 9 7 )

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Emergency start function
When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the
“POWER” switch is functioning normally:
Set the parking brake.
Turn the “POWER” switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the “POWER” switch for about 15 seconds
while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
To y o t a d e a l e r .
■The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be discon-
nected.
●The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (oP. 6 0 1 )
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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Starting the hybrid system
Depress the brake pedal.
To u c h t h e To y o t a e m b l e m s i d e o f
the electronic key to the
“POWER” switch.
If any of the doors is opened or
closed while the key is being
touched to the switch, an alarm
will sound to indicate that the start
function cannot detect the elec-
tronic key.
Press the “POWER” switch within 10 seconds of the buzzer
sounding, keeping the brake pedal depressed.
In the event that the hybrid system still cannot be operated, contact
your Toyota dealer.
STEP 1
STEP 2
■Stopping the hybrid system
Set the parking brake, shift the shift position to P and press the “POWER”
switch as you normally do when stopping the hybrid system.
■Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
(oP. 4 9 7 )
■Changing “POWER” switch modes
Within 10 seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal and
press the “POWER” switch.
The hybrid system does not start and modes will be changed each time the
switch is pressed. (oP. 2 4 4 )
STEP 3

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Star t th e en gine o f the se co nd vehicle. In cre ase th e e ngine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately
5minutes to charge the battery of your vehicle.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start
the hybrid system of your vehicle by turning the “POWER”
switch to ON mode.
Make sure the “READY” indicator comes on. If the indicator
light does not come on, contact your Toyota dealer.
Once the hybrid system has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order from which they were con-
nected.
Close the exclusive jump starting terminal cover, and rein-
stall the fuse box cover to its original position.
When installing, first hook the fuse box cover onto the two rear
tabs.
Once the hybrid system starts, have the vehicle inspected at
your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6
STEP7
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6-2. Customization
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ItemFunctionDefault set-
ting
Custom-
ized
setting
Meter and
instrument
panel
(oP. 2 6 2 )
Sensor sensitiv-
ity for darkening
the brightness of
the meter, navi-
gation system
and instrument
panel depend-
ing on the out-
side brightness
0 -2 to +2 – – O
Sensor sensitiv-
ity for returning
the brightness of
the meter, navi-
gation system
and instrument
panel to the orig-
inal level
depending on
the outside
brightness
0 -2 to +2 – – O
Automatic
air
conditioning
system
(oP. 3 6 4 )
Enable/disable
automatic
operation of the
air conditioning
compressor
when the
“AUTO” switch
ON
ON OFF – O O
Heating/cooling
operation mini-
mized in Eco
drive mode
ON OFF – – O

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Alphabetical index
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A11U_(U)
Daytime running light
system ................................... 300
Deck board............................... 409
Defogger
Rear window......................... 381
Side mirrors .......................... 381
Dimensions .............................. 618
Dinghy towing ......................... 361
Display
Dynamic radar cruise
control ................................ 317
Multi-information ................... 271
Warning messages............... 550
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 445
Door lock
Back door ............................. 144
Side doors ............................ 138
Smart key system ................. 113
Wireless remote control........ 136
Doors
Back door ............................. 144
Door glasses ........................ 175
Door lock .............. 113, 136, 138
Rear door child-protector...... 139
Side doors ............................ 138
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ........................................ 541
Driving
Break-in tips ......................... 230
Correct posture..................... 185
Procedures ........................... 228
Winter driving tips ................. 355
Eco drive mode switch ............251
Electric power steering ...........333
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not
operate properly.................. 599
Replacing battery ..................497
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 537
If a warning light turns on ......537
If the electronic key does not
operate properly.................. 599
If the hybrid system will not
start .....................................596
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ..........................601
If you have a flat tire .............574
If you lose your keys .............598
If you think something is
wrong ..................................536
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................613
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency .......................... 615
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ..................................529
If your vehicle overheats .......607
Emergency flashers
Switch....................................528
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Alphabetical index
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Engine
Accessory mode....................244
Compartment ........................ 464
Hood...................................... 448
How to start the hybrid
system ................................ 242
Identification number .............620
If the hybrid system will not
start ..................................... 596
Ignition switch........................242
Overheating........................... 607
“POWER” switch ................... 242
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 625
Checking ............................... 469
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 355
Engine/power control
unit coolant
Capacity ................................ 625
Checking ............................... 469
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 355
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 622
Checking ............................... 465
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 355
Enhanced VSC .........................333
EPS ............................................333
EV driving ratio indicator ........276
EV driving range ................58, 273
Event data recorder ...................25
EV/HV mode selection
switch .......................................37
Floor mats ................................ 407
Fluid
Brake..................................... 627
Washer.................................. 474
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 511
Switch ................................... 303
Wattage................................. 628
Foot lights ................................ 388
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 511
Switch ................................... 303
Wattage................................. 628
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............ 202
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ........................ 541
Front seats
Adjustment ............................ 150
Front side marker light
Replacing light bulbs ............. 511
Wattage................................. 628
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 511
Switch ................................... 259
Wattage................................. 628
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 621
Fuel gauge ............................ 262
Information ............................ 629
Refueling ............................... 178
Type ...................................... 629
Fuel door .................................. 178
Fuel filler door .......................... 178
Fuses ........................................ 499
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Switch
Audio remote control switches*
Cruise control switch ............ 313
Driving mode select
switch ................................. 251
Eco drive mode switch ......... 251
Emergency flasher switch .... 528
EV/HV mode selection
switch ................................... 37
Fog light switch..................... 303
Fuel filler door opener
switch ................................. 178
Hazard light switch ............... 528
Headlight cleaner switch ...... 312
Ignition switch ....................... 242
Light switches ....................... 297
Power door lock switch......... 138
“POWER” switch .................. 242
Power window switch ........... 175
Pre-collision braking off
switch ................................. 341
Talk switch*
Telephone switch*
Tire pressure warning
reset switch ........................ 482
Window lock switch .............. 175
Wipers and washer switch.... 305
Tail lights
Switch....................................297
Talk switch*
Telephone switch*
Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system ...............183
Tire inflation pressure .............490
Tire information
Glossary ................................639
Size .......................................635
Tire identification number ......634
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading ...............................637
Tire pressure warning
system ............................481, 542
Tires
Chains ...................................357
Checking ...............................481
If you have a flat tire ..............574
Inflation pressure...................490
Inflation pressure sensor .......482
Information ............................633
Replacing ..............................454
Rotating tires .........................481
Size .......................................627
Snow tires .............................355
Tire pressure warning
system ........................481, 542
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*:Refer to “DISPLAY AUDIO SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”
or “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.