TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID 2016 Owners Manual

5216-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Heats the seat at high tempera-
ture (HI)
Heats the seat at low tempera-
ture (LO)
The indicator light comes on when
one side of the switch is pressed.
To stop operation, gently press the
other side of the switch.
●The seat heaters can be used when the power switch is in ON mode.
●When not in use, turn off the switch. The indicator light turns off.
●Passenger side operation indicator:
Operating instructions
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Illuminates while the passenger side
seat heater is operating, allowing the
operating condition of the passenger
side seat heater to be checked from the
driver side as well.

5226-2. Using the interior lights
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Interior lights list
Rear interior light (P. 524)
Front personal/interior lights (P. 523)
Shift lever lighting
Footwell lights
Front door courtesy lights1
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5236-2. Using the interior lights
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Turns the lights off
Turns the door position on
Turns the lights on
Turns the lights on/off
Front interior light
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Front personal lights

5246-2. Using the interior lights
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Turns the switch to the door
position (door linked)
Operation is linked with the front
interior light main switch. When the
switch is off, the light does not illu-
minate.
Turns the light on
●Illuminated entry system: The lights automatically turn on/off according to
power switch mode, the presence of the electronic key, whether the doors
are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors are opened/closed.
●If the interior lights remain on when the power switch is turned off, the light
will go off automatically after 20 minutes.
●Settings (e.g. the time elapsed before the lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 708)
Rear interior light
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NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge, do not leave the lights on longer than
necessary when the hybrid system is off.

5256-3. Using the storage features
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List of storage features
Auxiliary boxes (P. 529)
Glove box ( P. 526)
Bottle holders/door pockets
( P. 528)
Cup holders ( P. 527)
Console box ( P. 526)
WARNING
●Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this
may cause the following when cabin temperature becomes high:
• Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact
with other stored items.
• Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other
stored items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release
gas, causing a fire hazard.
● When driving or when the storage compartments are not in use, keep the
lids closed.
In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may occur
due to an occupant being struck by an open lid or the items stored inside.
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5266-3. Using the storage features
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Pull up the lever.
The glove box light turns on when the tail lights are on.
Press the knob and open the lid.
Glove box
Console box
Vehicles without solar charging system:
The tray slides forward/backward and can
be removed.

5276-3. Using the storage features
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Cup holders
FrontRear
Front cup holders:
When placing a mug, push the partition
down.
When placing cans, bottles, etc., push the
partition once more to return it to its origi-
nal position.
WARNING
Do not place anything other than cups or beverage cans in the cup holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking, causing injury. If possible, cover hot drinks to prevent
burns.

5286-3. Using the storage features
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●When storing a bottle, close the cap.
●The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape.
Bottle holders/door pockets
Front doorsRear doors
NOTICE
Put the cap on before stowing a bottle. Do not place open bottles or glass
and paper cups containing liquid in the bottle holders.
The contents may spill and glasses may break.

5296-3. Using the storage features
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Auxiliary boxes
Ty pe AType B (if equipped)
Press in the lid.
The overhead console is useful for
temporarily storing small items.
Vehicles with the wireless char-
ger: P. 537
Type C (if equipped)Type D
Lift the lid while pulling up the
knob.
WARNING
Type A:
Do not store items heavier than 200 g (0.44 lb.).
Doing so may cause the auxiliary box to open and the items inside may fall
out, resulting in an accident.

5306-3. Using the storage features
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Luggage compartment features
■When installing the deck board
Auxiliary boxes
CenterRight side
Pull the strap upwards to lift up
the deck board.
The luggage cover, charging cable,
tool bag, etc. can be stowed.
Pull the strap upwards to lift up
the deck board.
Insert the claw in to the hole, and return
the deck board.