battery TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN 2015 Repair Manual

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Remote Air Conditioning System
The Remote Air Conditioning System uses electrical energy stored
in the hybrid battery (traction battery) and allows the air conditioning
to be operated by remote control.
If the Remote Air Conditioning System is used while the charging
cable is connected to the vehicle, the reduction of charge in the
hybrid battery (traction battery) will be suppressed to allow you to
use electricity from an external power source.
Charging will be conducted automatically after the Remote Air Condi-
tioning System is stopped.
■Before leaving the vehicle
Check the temperature setting of the air conditioning system.
The Remote Air Conditioning System will operate in accordance with
the temperature settings of the air conditioning system.
■Activating the Remote Air Conditioning System
Press and hold the to
operate the Remote Air Condi-
tioning System.
The system will shut off if a
door is opened.
The system can be stopped by
pressing the twice.

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■Operating conditions
The system will only operate if all of the following conditions are met:
●The shift position is in P.
●The “POWER” switch is OFF.
●All doors are closed.
●The hood is closed.
●The brake pedal is not being depressed.
■When leaving the vehicle
●Check that the headlights are switched to either off or “AUTO”.
●Check that the wiper switch is turned off.
●Check that all windows are closed.
■Remote Air Conditioning System automatic shut-off
The system will automatically shut off under the following conditions:
●About 10 minutes have passed since operation began
●Any one of the operating conditions is not met
●There is only a slight difference between the air conditioning set temper-
ature and the inside temperature.
The system may also shut off if the charge level of the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) drops to low. (oP. 6 1 )
■Conditions affecting operation
The system may not start in the following situations:
●The charge level of the hybrid battery (traction battery) is low (oP. 6 1 )
●The air conditioning temperature is set at a high level or outside tempera-
ture is low
●When the hybrid system is cool (for example, after being left for a long
time in low temperatures)

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■Security feature
Any unlocked doors will be automatically locked when the system is operat-
ing. The buzzer will beep and the emergency flashers flash when the doors
have been locked or the system has been turned off.
(The doors locked: Once; The system turned off: Twice)
■Conditions affecting operation
oP. 1 2 3
■When using the Remote Air Conditioning System
A charging message will be displayed on the multi-information display. Dif-
ferent messages will be displayed depending on when the Remote Air Con-
ditioning System was started (after charging or during charging).
(oP. 5 7 0 )
■While the Remote Air Conditioning System is operating
●Depending on the operating condition of the Remote Air Conditioning
System, the electric fan may spin and an operating noise may be heard.
However, this does not indicate a malfunction.
●The Remote Air Conditioning System may stop operating temporarily if
other features that use electricity (for example, the seat heater, lights,
windshield wipers) are in operation or if the charge level of the 12-volt
battery becomes low.
■Electronic key battery depletion
oP. 1 2 7
■When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
oP. 4 9 7
■Customization
Setting (e.g. Operation using the on the wireless remote control) can
be changed.
(Customizable features oP. 6 5 3 )

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CAUTION
■Precautions for the Remote Air Conditioning System
●Do not use the system if people are in the vehicle.
•Even when the system is in use, the internal temperature may still
reach a high level due to features such as the automatic shut-off. Chil-
dren and pets left inside the vehicle may suffer heatstroke or dehydra-
tion, or could result in death or serious injury.
•The wipers can be operated during system operation. Children or pets
left inside the vehicle may mistakenly operate these and cause an acci-
dent.
●Depending on the surrounding environment, signals from the wireless
switch may transmit further than expected. Pay appropriate attention to
the vehicle’s surroundings and use the switch only when necessary.
●Turn the wipers off. If the Remote Air Conditioning System operates while
the wiper switch is in the on position, the wipers may operate and objects
may get caught in the wiper blades.
●Do not operate the if the hood is open. The air conditioning may
operate unintentionally and objects may be drawn into the electrical cool-
ing fan.
NOTICE
■To p r e v e n t t h e h y b r i d b a t t e r y ( t r a c t i on battery) from being discharged
through incorrect operation
Use the only when necessary.

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■Before programming
●Install a new battery in the remote control transmitter.
●The battery side of the remote control transmitter must be pointed away
from the HomeLink® button.
■Certification for the garage door opener
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A. and Hawaii
For vehicles sold in Canada
■When support is necessary
Visit on the web at www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355-3515.

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3-5. Other interior features
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■Safety Connect Services Information
●Phone calls using the vehicles Bluetooth® technology will not be possible
during Safety Connect.
●Safety Connect is available beginning Fall 2009 on select Toyota models.
Contact with the Safety Connect response center is dependent upon the
telematics device being in operative condition, cellular connection avail-
ability, and GPS satellite signal reception, which can limit the ability to
reach the response center or receive emergency service support. Enroll-
ment and Telematics Subscription Service Agreement required. A variety
of subscription terms is available; charges vary by subscription term
selected.
●Automatic Collision Notification, Emergency Assistance, Stolen Vehicle
Location, and Enhanced Roadside Assistance will function in the United
States, including Hawaii and Alask a, and in Canada. No Safety Connect
services will function outside of the United States in countries other than
Canada.
●Safety Connect services are not subject to section 255 of the Telecom-
munications Act and the device is not TTY compatible.
■Languages
The Safety Connect response center will offer support in multiple languages.
The Safety Connect system will offer voice prompts in English and Spanish.
Please indicate your language of choice when enrolling.
■When contacting the response center
Yo u m a y b e u n a b l e t o c o n t a c t t h e r e s p o n s e c e n t e r i f t h e n e t w o r k i s b u s y.
■Safety Connect backup battery depletion
An exclusive backup battery is built in to assist the Automatic Collision Noti-
fication, which is activated when impact above a certain level is applied to
the vehicle, or when the airbags operate. This battery is a primary battery,
and cannot be charged. The red LED indicator will flash to indicate that the
battery should be replaced.
The backup battery will need to be replaced if the Automatic Collision Notifi-
cation operates for 60 seconds or more. For replacement, consult your Toy-
ota dealer.

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■Caring for leather areas
To y o t a r e c o m m e n d s c l e a n i n g t h e i n t e r i o r o f t h e v e h i c l e a t l e a s t t w i c e a y e a r
to maintain the quality of the vehicle’s interior.
■Shampooing the carpets
There are several commercial foaming-type cleaners available. Use a
sponge or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not use
water. Wipe dirty surfaces and let them dry. Excellent results are obtained by
keeping the carpet as dry as possible.
■Seat belts
Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge. Also
check the belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.
CAUTION
■Water in the vehicle
●Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehicle, such as on the floor, in the
hybrid battery (traction battery) air vents, and in the luggage compartment.
Doing so may cause the hybrid battery (traction battery), electrical compo-
nents, etc. to malfunction or catch fire.
●Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet.
(oP. 1 8 9 )
An electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or not function
properly, resulting in death or serious injury.
■Cleaning the interior (especially instrument panel)
Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel may reflect off
the windshield, obstructing the driver’s view and leading to an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.

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CAUTION
■If your vehicle is not properly maintained
Improper maintenance could result in serious damage to the vehicle and
possible serious injury or death.
■Handling of the 12-volt battery
●Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and a wide variety of automobile
components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Work in a
well ventilated area.
●Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by
component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of Califor-
nia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Avoid
exposure and wash any affected area immediately.
●12-volt battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your
hands after handling. (oP. 4 7 6 )

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Luggage compartment
Ve h i c l e i n t e r i o r
ItemsCheck points
12-volt battery Check the connections. (oP. 4 7 6 )
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal
•The accelerator pedal should
move smoothly (without uneven
pedal effort or catching).
Hybrid transmission “Park” mech-
anism
•When parked on a slope and the
shift position is in P, is the vehicle
securely stopped?
Brake pedal
•Does the brake pedal move
smoothly?
•Does the brake pedal have appro-
priate clearance from the floor?
(oP. 6 2 7 )
•Does the brake pedal have the
correct amount of free play?
(oP. 6 2 7 )
Brakes
•The vehicle should not pull to one
side when the brakes are applied.
•The brakes should work effec-
tively.
•The brake pedal should not feel
spongy.
•The brake pedal should not get
too close to the floor when the
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Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs
Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which
include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system moni-
tors the operation of the emission control system.
■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
The OBD system determines that a problem exists somewhere
in the emission control system. Yo u r v e h i c l e m a y n o t p a s s t h e I /
M test and may need to be repaired. Contact your Toyota dealer
to service the vehicle.
■Yo u r v e h i c l e m a y n o t pa s s t h e I / M t e s t i n t h e f o l l o w i n g s i t u a -
tions:
●When the 12-volt battery is disconnected or discharged
Readiness codes that are set during ordinary driving are
erased.
Also, depending on your driving habits, the readiness codes
may not be completely set.
●When the fuel tank cap is loose
The malfunction indicator lamp comes on indicating a tempo-
rary malfunction and your vehicle may not pass the I/M test.
■When the malfunction indicator lamp still remains on after
several driving trips
The error code in the OBD system will not be cleared unless the
vehicle is driven 40 or more times.
■If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test
Contact your Toyota dealer to prepare the vehicle for re-testing.