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7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ..........546
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ...........551
7-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements....................557
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ......................560
Hood ..................................563
Positioning a floor jack .......565
Engine compartment..........566
Tires ...................................580
Tire inflation pressure ........592
Wheels ...............................594
Replacing the tire ...............597
Air conditioning filter ..........609
Wiper rubber
replacement .....................613
Electronic key battery ........616
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................619
Light bulbs .........................623
8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 632
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ...................... 633
8-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ..................... 634
If you think something is
wrong .............................. 640
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................ 641
If a warning message is
displayed ......................... 650
If you have a flat tire .......... 658
If the hybrid system will
not start ........................... 676
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........ 678
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ...................... 682
If your vehicle
overheats ........................ 688
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................ 693
7Maintenance and care8When trouble arises

15Pictorial index
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A89E_(EE)Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 352
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 498
Precautions against car wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 548
Fuel filler door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 355
Refueling method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 355
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 698
Charging port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 113
Charging method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 139
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 580
Tire size/inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 704
Winter tires/tire chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 498
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system . . . . . . . . . . . P. 580
Coping with flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 658
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 563
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 563
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 700
Coping with overheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 688
Headlights/front position lights/
daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 341
Front fog lights/rear fog lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 351
Turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 339
Tail lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 341
License plate lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 341
Back-up lights
Shifting the shift position to R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 333
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(Replacing method: P. 623, Watts: P. 705)
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1102-1. Plug-in hybrid system
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◆Air conditioning
●Turn the “A/C” switch ( ) off when it is not needed. Doing
so can help reduce excessive electricity and fuel consumption.
In summer: When the ambient temperature is high, use the recir-
culated air mode. Doing so will help to reduce the burden on the
air conditioning system and reduce electricity and fuel consump-
tion as well.
In winter: Avoid excessive and unnecessary use of the heater.
Usage of the seat heaters is effective. (P. 520)
●Using the Remote Air Conditioning System (P. 516) while the
charging cable is connected to the vehicle can reduce electricity
consumption immediately after starting off by operating air condi-
tioning mainly using electricity from an external power source.
●When setting the timer, selecting the start time setting mode and
setting “Climate Prep” to “On” can reduce electricity consumption
immediately after starting off by operating air conditioning before
charging is completed. (if equipped)
(P. 163)
◆Checking tire inflation pressure
Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure frequently. If there is
improper tire inflation pressure in the tires, the EV driving range will
become shorter, and fuel consumption when in HV mode will
increase.
Also, as snow tires can cause large amounts of friction, their use on
dry roads can lead to increased fuel and electricity consumption.
◆Luggage
Carrying heavy luggage will lead to poor fuel economy. Avoid carry-
ing unnecessary luggage. Installing a large roof rack will also cause
poor fuel economy.
◆Warming up before driving
Since the gasoline engine starts up and cuts out automatically,
warming up is not necessary.

1122-1. Plug-in hybrid system
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The distance that can be driven in EV mode varies significantly
depending on how the vehicle is driven, road conditions, the weather,
the outside temperature, usage conditions of electrical components
and the number of occupants.
The distance that can be driven in EV mode can be extended if the fol-
lowing is performed:
●Maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front and avoid unnec-
essary acceleration and deceleration
●Accelerate and decelerate the vehicle as smoothly as possible
●Drive at moderate speeds as much as possible and maintain a con-
stant speed
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Set the air conditioning to a moderate temperature and turn the “A/C”
switch ( ) off when it is not needed
●Use tires of the specified size and maintain the specified tire pres-
sure
●Use the EV/HV mode selection switch to drive in HV mode when
driving on a highway
Electricity consumption will increase substantially when driving on a
highway in EV mode.
●Do not add unnecessary weight to the vehicle
The following indicate that charging has been carried out properly.
●The charging indicator turns off
●The Hybrid battery (traction battery) status indicators illuminate for
approximately 15 seconds. (P. 1 1 5 )
●“Charging Complete” is displayed on the multi-information display
when starting off (P. 146)
Regardless of the type of power source or whether the charging timer
function is used, charging is completed if the above can be confirmed.
Charging-related messages: P. 1 8 4
Tips for extending the EV driving range
Display when charging is completed

2183. Instrument cluster
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◆Energy monitor
The energy monitor can be used to check the vehicle drive status,
hybrid system operation status and energy regeneration status.
While charging from the external power source, the flow of electrical
energy while charging is displayed.
On vehicles with solar charging system, the approximate power genera-
tion level is also displayed.
When energy is flowing, an arrow appears and a bright point of light
moves to show the direction of the flow of energy. When energy is
not flowing, the bright point of light is not displayed.
●The arrows from the image of the engine to that of the electric
motor (traction motor) or tires are displayed in red.
●The arrow indicating energy consumption is displayed in yellow,
and the arrow indicating energy regeneration or charging is dis-
played in green. Also, the color around the image of the hybrid
battery (traction battery) is changed.
As an example, all arrows are shown in the illustration, but the actual
contents of the display will differ.

2193. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
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Except when charging
Gasoline engine
Electric motor
(traction motor)
Air conditioning system oper-
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Hybrid battery
(traction battery)
Tire
Bright point of light showing the flow of energy
(Display example)
●When the hybrid battery (traction battery) is being charged, the
bright point of light moves towards .
●During driving, the bright point of light moves from or (or
both depending on the situation) towards .
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●When the air conditioning compressor is operating, a bright point
of light moves from to .
●During driving, the image of the tires rotates.
*1: It is displayed while the air conditioning system is operating.
*2: The display may differ depending on the driving status.
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While charging
Hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery)
Charging connector
(Display example)
When the hybrid battery (traction battery) is being charged, a bright
point of light moves from to .
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3135-1. Before driving
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Driving
Stop the vehicle completely.
Set the parking brake. (P. 340)
Shift the shift position to P. (P. 334)
Check that the shift position indicator shows P.
Press the power switch to stop the hybrid system.
Slowly release the brake pedal.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the electronic key on your
person.
If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
Firmly set the parking brake with the brake pedal depressed, and
then shift the shift position to D.
Release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.
■When starting off on an uphill
The hill-start assist control will activate. (P. 491)
■For electricity-saving and fuel-efficient driving
Understand the system characteristics of the vehicle to use the functions of
the hybrid system. Also, keep in mind that hybrid vehicles are similar to con-
ventional vehicles, and it is necessary to refrain from activities such as sud-
den acceleration. Refer to “Plug-in hybrid vehicle driving tips” (P. 108).
■Driving in the rain
●Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the win-
dows may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.
●Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be espe-
cially slippery.
●Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain,
because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road sur-
face, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.
Parking the vehicle
Starting off on a steep uphill
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3715-5. Using the driving support systems
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WARNING
■When to disable the pre-crash safety system
In the following situations, disable the system, as it may not operate prop-
erly, possibly leading to an accident resulting in death or serious injury:
● When the vehicle is being towed
● When your vehicle is towing another vehicle
● When transporting the vehicle via truck, boat, train or similar means of
transportation
● When the vehicle is raised on a lift with the hybrid system operating and
the tires are allowed to rotate freely
● When inspecting the vehicle using a drum tester such as a chassis dyna-
mometer or speedometer tester, or when using an on vehicle wheel bal-
ancer
● When a strong impact is applied to the front bumper or front grille, due to
an accident or other reasons
● If the vehicle cannot be driven in a stable manner, such as when the vehi-
cle has been in an accident or is malfunctioning
● When the vehicle is driven in a sporty manner or off-road
● When the tires are not properly inflated
● When the tires are very worn
● When tires of a size other than specified are installed
● When tire chains are installed
● When a compact spare tire or an emergency tire puncture repair kit is used
● If equipment (snow plow, etc.) that may obstruct the radar sensor or cam-
era sensor is temporarily installed to the vehicle

3805-5. Using the driving support systems
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A89E_(EE)●In some situations such as the following, sufficient braking force may not be
obtained, preventing the system from performing properly:
• If the braking functions cannot operate to their full extent, such as when
the brake parts are extremely cold, extremely hot, or wet
• If the vehicle is not properly maintained (brakes or tires are excessively
worn, improper tire inflation pressure, etc.)
• When the vehicle is being driven on a gravel road or other slippery sur-
face
●Some pedestrians such as the following may not be detected by the radar
sensor and camera sensor, preventing the system from operating prop-
erly
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• Pedestrians shorter than approximately 1 m (3.2 ft.) or taller than approx-
imately 2 m (6.5 ft.)
• Pedestrians wearing oversized clothing (a rain coat, long skirt, etc.), mak-
ing their silhouette obscure
• Pedestrians who are carrying large baggage, holding an umbrella, etc.,
hiding part of their body
• Pedestrians who are bending forward or squatting
• Pedestrians who are pushing a stroller, wheelchair, bicycle or other vehi-
cle
• Groups of pedestrians which are close together
• Pedestrians who are wearing white and look extremely bright
• Pedestrians in the dark, such as at night or while in a tunnel
• Pedestrians whose clothing appears to be nearly the same color or
brightness as their surroundings
• Pedestrians near walls, fences, guardrails, or large objects
• Pedestrians who are on a metal object (manhole cover, steel plate, etc.)
on the road
• Pedestrians who are walking fast
• Pedestrians who are changing speed abruptly
• Pedestrians running out from behind a vehicle or a large object
• Pedestrians who are extremely close to the side of the vehicle (outside
rear view mirror, etc.)
*4: Depending on the region in which the vehicle was sold, the pedestrian
detection function may not be available.

3845-5. Using the driving support systems
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WARNING
■Before using LDA system
Do not rely solely upon the LDA system. The LDA system does not auto-
matically drive the vehicle or reduce the amount of attention that must be
paid to the area in front of the vehicle. The driver must always assume full
responsibility for driving safely by paying careful attention to the surround-
ing conditions and operating the steering wheel to correct the path of the
vehicle. Also, the driver must take adequate breaks when fatigued, such as
from driving for a long period of time.
Failure to perform appropriate driving operations and pay careful attention
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
■ To avoid operating LDA system by mistake
When not using the LDA system, use the LDA switch to turn the system off.
■ Situations unsuitable for LDA system
Do not use the LDA system in the following situations.
The system may not operate properly and lead to an accident, resulting in
death or serious injury.
● Tire chains are equipped.
● When the tires have been excessively worn, or when the tire inflation pres-
sure is low.
● Tires which differ by structure, manufacturer, brand or tread pattern are
used.
● Objects or patterns that could be mistaken for white (yellow) lines are
present on the side of the road (guardrails, curbs, reflective poles etc.).
● Vehicle is driven on a snow-covered road.
● White (yellow) lines are difficult to see due to rain, snow, fog, dust, etc.
● Asphalt repair marks, white (yellow) line marks, etc., are present due to
road repair.
● Vehicle is driven in a temporary lane or restricted lane due to construction
work.
● Vehicle is driven on a road surface which is slippery due to rainy weather,
fallen snow, freezing, etc.
● Vehicle is driven in traffic lanes other than on highways and freeways.
● Vehicle is driven in a construction zone.