TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID 2018 Owners Manual

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Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Plug-in hybrid
systemPlug-in hybrid system features, charging method, etc.
3Instrument
cluster
How to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
4Operation of
each component
Opening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
5DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for driving
6Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
7Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures
8When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
9Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically

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For your information .......................8
Reading this manual.....................12
How to search ..............................13
Pictorial index ...............................14
1-1. For safe use
Before driving.......................30
For safe driving ....................32
Seat belts .............................34
SRS airbags.........................39
Exhaust gas precautions .....50
1-2. Child safety
Airbag manual on-off
system ...............................51
Riding with children..............53
Child restraint systems ........54
1-3. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system ..............75
Double locking system .........87
Alarm ...................................88
2-1. Plug-in hybrid system
Plug-in hybrid system
features ............................. 96
Plug-in hybrid system
precautions ..................... 109
Plug-in hybrid vehicle
driving tips ....................... 116
EV driving range................ 119
2-2. Charging
Charging equipment .......... 121
Charging cable .................. 126
Smart lid & connector
locking system ................ 136
Power sources that
can be used .................... 144
Charging methods ............. 147
Charging tips ..................... 152
Things to know before
charging .......................... 155
How to charge ................... 160
Using the charging timer
function ........................... 171
Solar charging system....... 183
When normal charging
cannot be carried out ...... 187
1For safety and security
2Plug-in hybrid system

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3. Instrument cluster
Combination meter ............198
Warning lights and
indicators .........................207
Main display .......................215
Multi-information display ....223
Head-up display .................257
Energy monitor/
consumption screen ........264
4-1. Key information
Keys ...................................272
4-2. Opening, closing and
locking the doors
Side doors..........................277
Back door...........................282
Smart entry & start
system .............................287
4-3. Adjusting the seats
Front seats .........................318
Rear seats .........................319
Head restraints ..................321
4-4. Adjusting the steering
wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel .................. 324
Inside rear view mirror....... 326
Outside rear view
mirrors ............................. 328
4-5. Opening and closing the
windows
Power windows ................. 330
5-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 336
Cargo and luggage............ 348
Trailer towing..................... 350
5-2. Driving procedures
Power (ignition) switch ...... 351
Hybrid transmission........... 357
Turn signal lever................ 363
Parking brake .................... 364
5-3. Operating the lights
and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 365
AHS (Adaptive High-beam
System) ........................... 369
Fog light switch ................. 375
Windshield wipers and
washer ............................ 376
5-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap .................................. 379
3Instrument cluster
4Operation of each
component
5Driving

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PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47C99E_(EE)5-5. Using the driving
support systems
Toyota Safety Sense .........383
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety
system) ............................395
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) .......407
RSA (Road Sign Assist).....417
Dynamic radar cruise
control with full-speed
range ...............................422
Driving mode select
switch...............................437
Speed limiter ......................439
BSM
(Blind Spot Monitor) .........442
• The Blind Spot Monitor
function ..........................450
• The Rear Crossing
Traffic Alert function.......454
Toyota parking
assist-sensor ...................459
Intelligent Clearance
Sonar ...............................470
S-IPA (Simple Intelligent
Parking Assist
System) ...........................483
Driving assist systems .......518
5-6. Driving tips
Winter driving tips ..............5256-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning
system............................. 530
Remote Air Conditioning
System ............................ 542
Seat heaters ...................... 546
6-2. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ................ 548
• Front interior light .......... 549
• Front personal lights ..... 549
• Rear interior light .......... 550
6-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features...... 551
• Glove box ...................... 552
• Console box .................. 552
• Cup holders .................. 553
• Bottle holders/
door pockets ................. 554
• Auxiliary boxes .............. 555
Luggage compartment
features ........................... 556
6-4. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features ....... 561
• Sun visors ..................... 561
• Vanity mirrors ................ 561
• Power outlets ................ 562
• Wireless charger ........... 563
• Coat hooks .................... 569
• Assist grips ................... 569
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7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ..........572
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ...........577
7-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements....................583
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ......................586
Hood ..................................589
Positioning a floor jack .......591
Engine compartment..........592
Tires ...................................606
Tire inflation pressure ........622
Wheels ...............................624
Replacing the tire ...............627
Air conditioning filter ..........639
Wiper rubber
replacement .....................643
Electronic key battery ........646
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................649
Light bulbs .........................653
8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 662
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ...................... 663
8-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ..................... 664
If you think something is
wrong .............................. 670
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................ 671
If a warning message is
displayed ......................... 680
If you have a flat tire .......... 688
If the hybrid system will
not start ........................... 706
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........ 708
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ...................... 712
If your vehicle
overheats ........................ 718
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................ 723
7Maintenance and care8When trouble arises

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PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47C99E_(EE)9-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)...........726
Fuel information .................736
9-2. Customization
Customizable features .......738
9-3. Initialization
Items to initialize ................747
What to do if...
(Troubleshooting) .....................750
Alphabetical index ......................754
9Vehicle specifications
Index
For information regarding the equipment listed below, refer to the
“Navigation system Owner’s manual”.
• Navigation system
• Audio system• Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)
• Toyota parking assist monitor
Toyota Motor Europe NV/SA, Avenue du Bourget 60 - 1140
Brussels, Belgium www.toyota-europe.com

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For your information
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment,
including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment
not installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing.
However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we
reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ
from your vehicle in terms of equipment.
Both genuine Toyota and a wide variety of other spare parts and accessories
for Toyota vehicles are currently available on the market. Should it be deter-
mined that any of the genuine Toyota parts or accessories supplied with the
vehicle need to be replaced, Toyota recommends that genuine Toyota parts
or accessories, be used to replace them. Other parts or accessories of
matching quality can also be used. Toyota cannot accept any liability or guar-
antee spare parts and accessories which are not genuine Toyota products,
nor for replacement or installation involving such parts. In addition, damage
or performance problems resulting from the use of non-genuine Toyota spare
parts or accessories may not be covered under warranty.
Main Owner’s Manual
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota

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PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47C99E_(EE)The installation of an RF-transmitter system in your vehicle could affect elec-
tronic systems such as:
●Hybrid system
●Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
●Toyota Safety Sense
●Anti-lock brake system
●SRS airbag system
●Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer for precautionary measures or special
instructions regarding installation of an RF-transmitter system.
Further information regarding frequency bands, power levels, antenna posi-
tions and installation provisions for the installation of RF-transmitters, is avail-
able on request at any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
High voltage parts and cables on the hybrid vehicles emit approximately the
same amount of electromagnetic waves as the conventional gasoline pow-
ered vehicles or home electronic appliances despite of their electromagnetic
shielding.
Unwanted noise may occur in the reception of the radio frequency transmitter
(RF-transmitter).
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain
explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt
pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be
sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner
removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by any authorized
Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer, before
you scrap your vehicle.
Installation of an RF-transmitter system
Scrapping of your Toyota

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PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47C99E_(EE)
WARNING
■General precautions while driving
Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influ-
ence of alcohol or drugs that have impair ed your ability to operate your vehi-
cle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and
reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that could result in
death or serious injury.
Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other
drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.
Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that
distracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or
reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you,
your occupants or others.
■ General precaution regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to
have or use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral.
There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with
the windows, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or
extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.