warning TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID 2015 1.G Quick Reference Guide

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TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID 2015 1.G Quick Reference Guide 1
This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle
operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations
so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main equipment quickly
and

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This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle
operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations
so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main equipment quickly
and easily.
The Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for the
Owner’s Manual located in your vehicle’s glove box. We strongly
encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and supplementary
manuals so you will have a better understanding of your vehicle’s
capabilities and limitations.
Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A.,
Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your new Prius

Plug-in Hybrid
.
A word about safe vehicle operations
This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of Prius Plug-
in Hybrid operations. Every Prius Plug-in Hybrid owner should
review the Owner’s Manual that accompanies this vehicle.
Pay special attention to the boxed

information highlighted in

color throughout the Owner’s Manual. Each box contains safe
operating instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment
malfunction.
All information in this Quick Reference Guide is current at the
time of printing. Toyota reserves the right to make changes at
any time without notice.
2015
Prius Plug-in Hybrid
INDEX
1 Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.2 Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and more
information.
3 HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
OVERVIEWFEATURES/OPERATIONS
Air Conditioning/Heating 26
Audio 27
Auto lock/unlock
1,2 20
Bluetooth
Device Pairing 27
Clock
31
Cruise control

29
Dynamic

Radar Cruise Control
30
EV/HV

Mode

22
Garage

door opener (HomeLin
k®)3 31
Heated
Seats

26
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) 31Hybrid Synergy Drive System 20
Lights1 & turn signals 25
Multi-Information Display2 29
Parking
brake
22
Power outlets

28
Seat

adjustments-Front

23
Seats-Folding

down rear seats
23
Seats-Head

restraints

23
Steering

wheel switches

28
Tilt and

telescopic steering wheel
22
Transmission

21
USB/AUX port

28
Windows-Power

24
Wipers & washers

24

Doors-Child safety locks 33
Door locks 33
Floor
mat installation
35
Seat

belts
32
Seat

belts-Shoulder belt anchor
32
Star

Safety System
TM 34-35
Tire Pressure Monitoring
(warning)

System

32
Tire Rep

air System

33
Charge port 8
Engine maintenance 10
Fuel tank door release and cap

8
Hood release

9
Indicator symbols

4-5
Instrument cluster

4
Instrument panel
2-3Keyless entry1,2 6
Light control-Instrument panel 9
Smart Key System1,2 7

Charging 12-16
Charging equipment 11
Charging system safety function

19
Electric Vehicle System

11
Inspecting electrical leakage

detection function
Multi-Information

Display-Charging information
Plug-in Hybrid Applications

19

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ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
OVERVIEWELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

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OVERVIEW
Indicator symbols
Instrument cluster
Service indicators and reminders
Transmission shift position indicator
Multi-Information Display
Instantaneous fuel consumption
Speedometer
Fuel gau

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Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil level dipstick
Engine oil filler cap
Windshield washer fluid tank
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help extend the life of

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ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM
Charging
Step 1 Plug the charge cable into the outlet of the external power source.
NOTE: Hanging the CCID on a hook is recommended to reduce the strain on the
outlet an

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ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM
Charging
Step 1 Plug the charge cable into the outlet of the external power source.
NOTE: Hanging the CCID on a hook is recommended to reduce the strain on the
outlet and charge cable plug.
- Make sure to hold the body of the plug and insert
it firmly into the outlet.
- Check that the power indicator of the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device) is
illuminated.
- The surface of the CCID may become hot, but this does not indicate a malfunction.
Step 2 Press the test button on the CCID to check that the electrical leakage detection function operates properly.
- If the error warning indicator illuminates when test button is pressed, the function is operating
correctly.
- After the test is completed, press reset button to turn off the error warning. Charging cannot occur
while error warning is illuminated.
- If the error warning indicator does not come on when test button is pressed, the function
may not be operating correctly. Stop charging
immediately and contact your Toyota dealer. Step 3 Press the charge port lid to open.
Step 4 Remove the charge connector cap. Affix the cap to the cable.
The charge inlet
light will illuminate.
Step 5 Insert the charge cable connector into the charge inlet.
- Do not press the latch release button when inserting the connector.
- Align with the guide position shown on underside of the charge
connector, and push it in until it
clicks.
Step 6 Confirm that the charging indicator is illuminated. (When the charge timer function is in use, the light will turn off several seconds after illuminating.)
- Charging will not start if the charging indicator does not illuminate when
the charging connector is inserted.
- The amount of time until charging is completed can be checked on
the energy monitor by turning the
POWER switch to ON mode.
- The charging indicator will turn off when charging is completed.
The Prius Plug-in may be charged immediately, or scheduled to charge at a
specific time. Before charging, it is recommended that:
-Parking brake is securely set
-All lights are turned off
-The POWER switch is OFF
Start charging
Refer to the
Owner’s Manual for more details.
OVERVIEWELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

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ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM
Step 1 Pull the charge connector toward you while pressing the latch release
button.
Step 2 Attach the charge connector cap.
Step 3 Close the charge port lid.
Step 4 Rem

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As a precaution, inspect the charge cable on a routine basis (at least once a
month).
Check that the electrical leakage detection function is operating properly by
following the procedure bel

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As a precaution, inspect the charge cable on a routine basis (at least once a
month).
Check that the electrical leakage detection function is operating properly by
following the procedure below.
In the unlikely event that the electrical leakage detection function is not
operating properly, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
Step 1 Insert the charge cable into the outlet of the external power source.
Step 2 Press the test button on the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device).
If the error warning indicator
illuminates when the test button
is pressed, the function is
operating correctly.
Step 3 Press the reset button on the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device).
Turn off the error warning indicator. Charging cannot be carried out while the
error warning indicator is illuminated.
Charging can be continued by following the normal procedure. If not charging,
store the charge cable.
See the Owner’s Manual for important precautionary information.
Inspecting electrical leakage
detection function
ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM
Charging system safety functions
- The Hybrid System will not start while the charging cable is attached to the
vehicle, even if the POWER switch is operated.
- If the charge cable is connected while the READY indicator is illuminated, the Hybrid System will stop automatically and driving will not be possible.
- When the charge cable is connected to the vehicle, the shift position cannot be changed from P to another position.
- If the latch release button is pressed, charging will not begin even if the charge cable is connected.
- Charging will stop if the latch release button is pressed and held for several seconds during charging. When restarting charging, reinsert the charge connector
after pulling it out, and check that the charging indicator illuminates.
Plug-in Hybrid Applications is a service for plug-in hybrid vehicles that is added
to the Safety Connect® and Entune® products. It provides charge support, comfort
support and drive support via the vehicle’s navigation system and the owner’s
smartphone. The Plug-in Hybrid Apps include Charge Management, Remote
Climate, Charging Station Map, Vehicle Finder and ECO Dashboard.
Both an active Safety Connect
® account and an active Entune® account are
required for the services.
The following functions of the Plug-in Hybrid Applications can be used with the
navigation system:
Type A Download of nearby charging stations to the map screen.
Type B View list of nearby charging stations and corresponding charging station information (such as voltage supported).
For details, please refer to http://www.toyota.com/entune.
Plug-in Hybrid Applications
OVERVIEWELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

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SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be re-extended
beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is used to help hol

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If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be re-extended
beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is used to help hold
child restraint systems securely.
To find more information about seat belts, and how to install a child restraint
system, refer to the Owner’s Manual.
Keep as low on
hips as possible
Take up slack
Too high
Seat belts
Push up, or squeeze
lock release to lower
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor
Door locks
If the Tire Pressure Warning indicator “” illuminates without blinking, adjust
tire pressures to factory-specified levels.* The light will turn off after a few
minutes. The warning light is designed to turn on when tire pressure is critically
low, but it may also come on due to temperature changes or changes in tire
pressure from natural air leakage.
If the tire pressure indicator flashes for more than 60 seconds and then remains
on, take the vehicle to your local Toyota dealer.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
* Refer to load label on door jamb or the Owner’s Manual for tire inflation specifications.
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning)
System
Tire Repair System
Tool location
NOTE: Please call your roadside assistance provider as your first course of
action for tire concerns. Use of the Tire Repair System may lead to additional
maintenance requirements at your expense, including but not limited to
replacement of a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor. Your Prius Plug-
in comes with complimentary Roadside Assistance for 3 years from the date of
original purchase. Toyota Roadside Assistance can be reached at 1-800-444-4195.

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Tire Repair System
Moving the lever to lock position will allow the door to be opened only from the
outside.
Rear door
Doors-Child safety locks
Unlock
Side deck board Lock
Lock
OVERVIEWELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES