washer fluid TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID 2016 Owners Manual

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PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A89E_(EE)Multi-information display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 215
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 215
Energy monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
When the warning messages are displayed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 650
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 340
Applying/releasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 340
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 498
Warning buzzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 340
Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 339
Headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 341
Headlights/front position lights/tail lights/
daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 341
Front fog lights/rear fog lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 351
Windshield wipers and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 352
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 352
Adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 578
Emergency flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 632
Fuel filler door opener. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 357
Hood lock release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 563
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever . . . . . . . . . . P. 302
Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 504
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 504
Rear window defogger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 509
Audio system
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23Pictorial index
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A89E_(EE)Multi-information display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 215
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 215
Energy monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
When the warning messages are displayed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 650
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 340
Applying/releasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 340
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 498
Warning buzzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 340
Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 339
Headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 341
Headlights/front position lights/tail lights/
daytime running lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 341
Front fog lights/rear fog lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 351
Windshield wipers and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 352
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 352
Adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 578
Emergency flasher switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 632
Fuel filler door opener. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 357
Hood lock release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 563
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever . . . . . . . . . . P. 302
Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 504
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 504
Rear window defogger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 509
Audio system
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3535-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Driving
Washer/wiper dual operation
The wipers will automatically oper-
ate a couple of times after the
washer squirts.
■ The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■ Dripping prevention wiper sweep
After washing and wiping operation se veral times, the wipers operate one
more time after a short delay to prevent dripping. However, this function will
not operate while driving.
■ Effects of vehicle speed on wiper operation
Vehicle speed affects the intermittent wiper interval.
■ Raindrop sensor
● If the wiper switch is turned to the “AUTO” position while the power switch is
in ON mode, the wipers will operate once to show that AUTO mode is acti-
vated.
● If the wiper sensitivity is adjusted to higher, the wiper may operate once to
indicate the change of sensitivity.
● If the temperature of the raindrop sensor is 85C (185F) or higher, or -10C
(14 F) or lower, automatic operation may not occur. In this case, operate the
wipers in any mode other than “AUTO”.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
washer fluid tank.
■ Customization
Settings of AUTO mode operation can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 708)
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●The raindrop sensor judges the amount
of raindrops.
An optical sensor is adopted. It may not
operate properly when sunlight from the
rising or setting of the sun intermittently
strikes the windshield, or if bugs etc. are
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3545-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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WARNING
■Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in AUTO mode
The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or
the windshield is subject to vibration in AUTO mode. Take care that your fin-
gers etc. do not become caught in the windshield wipers.
■ Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes
warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■ When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the wipers on longer than necessary when the hybrid system
is off.

4985-6. Driving tips
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Winter driving tips
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine/power control unit coolant
• Washer fluid
●Have a service technician inspect the condition of the 12-volt bat-
tery.
●Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire
chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen.
Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away
the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
●To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield.
●Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accu-
mulated on the exterior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassis, around the
tires or on the brakes.
●Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before
getting in the vehicle.
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before
driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a man-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions.
Preparation for winter
Before driving the vehicle

5607-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the
correct procedure as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
12-volt battery
condition
(P. 573)• Warm water • Baking soda • Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
• Distilled water
Engine/power
control unit
coolant level
(P. 570)• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high
quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate coolant with long-
life hybrid organic acid technology
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level
(P. 567)• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (P. 6 1 9 )• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs
(P. 623)• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as origi-
nal
• Flathead screwdriver•Wrench
Radiator and
condenser
(P. 572)
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Tire inflation
pressure
(P. 592)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(P. 578)• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for win-
ter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

5667-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Engine compartment
Engine coolant reservoir
( P. 570)
Fuse boxes ( P. 619)
Engine oil level dipstick
( P. 567)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 568)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 578)
12-volt battery ( P. 573)
Power control unit coolant
reservoir ( P. 570)
Radiator ( P. 572)
Condenser ( P. 572)
Electric cooling fans
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Open the lid.
Check the washer fluid level on the level gauge.
“NORMAL”
“LOW”
If the washer fluid level is at
“LOW”, add washer fluid.
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5797-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
WARNING
■When adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the hybrid system is hot or operating as
washer fluid contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine etc.
NOTICE
■ Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.
■ Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures list ed on the label of the washer fluid bot-
tle.

730Alphabetical index
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Flat tire ...................................... 658
Floor mats .................................. 30
Fluid
Brake..................................... 704
Transmission......................... 703
Washer.................................. 578
Fog lights.................................. 351
Replacing light bulbs ............. 628
Switch ................................... 351
Follow me home system ......... 342
Footwell lights.......................... 522
Front doors............................... 269
Front fog lights ........................ 351
Replacing light bulbs ............. 628
Switch ................................... 351
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ........................ 645
Front position lights ................ 341
Light switch ........................... 341
Replacing light bulbs ............. 628
Front seats ............................... 296
Adjustment ............................ 296
Cleaning ................................ 551
Correct driving posture............ 32
Head restraints...................... 299
Seat heaters.......................... 520
Front turn signal lights............ 339
Replacing light bulbs ............. 628
Turn signal lever ................... 339
Fuel ........................................... 355
Capacity ................................ 698
Fuel gauge ............................ 207
Information ............................ 706
Refueling ............................... 355
Type ...................................... 698
Warning light ......................... 644Fuel consumption............ 229, 260
Average fuel consumption .... 229
Current fuel consumption...... 260
Fuel filler door.......................... 357
Opener .................................. 357
Refueling............................... 355
When the fuel filler door
cannot be opened............... 357
Fuses ........................................ 619
Glove box ................................. 526
Hands-free system
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Head restraints ........................ 299
Head-up display ....................... 249
Headlights ................................ 341
AHS (Adaptive High-beam
System) .............................. 345
Automatic headlight
leveling ............................... 343
Follow me home system ....... 342
Light switch ........................... 341
Replacing light bulbs............. 628
Heaters
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 504
Outside rear view mirrors...... 509
Seat heaters ......................... 520
High coolant temperature
warning light .......................... 644
High mounted stoplight
Replacing .............................. 628
High-voltage components ...... 101
Hill-start assist control............ 491
Hood ......................................... 563
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