TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID 2018 Owners Manual

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■Distance display
Sensors that detect an obstacle will illuminate continuously or blink.
Sensor detection display, obstacle distance
Normal
display*1
Insert display
(Using
Intelligent
Parking
Assist)*1
Approximate distance to obstacle
Front corner,
front center and
front side
sensors
Rear corner,
rear center and
rear side
sensors
(continuous)(blinking
slowly)
100 cm (3.3 ft.)
to 60 cm (2.0 ft)
150 cm (4.9 ft.)
to 60 cm
(2.0 ft.)
(continuous)(blinking)
60 cm (2.0 ft.) to
45 cm (1.5 ft)
60 cm (2.0 ft.)
to 45 cm
(1.5 ft.)
100 cm (3.3 ft.)
to 70 cm (2.3 ft.)
100 cm (3.3 ft.)
to 70 cm (2.3 ft.)
60 cm (2.0 ft.)
to 45 cm
(1.5 ft.)
60 cm (2.0 ft.) to
45 cm (1.5 ft)
(continuous)(blinking
rapidly)
45 cm (1.5 ft.) to
35 cm (1.2 ft.)
45 cm (1.5 ft.)
to 35 cm
(1.2 ft.)
70 cm (2.3 ft.) to
30 cm (1.0 ft.)
70 cm (2.3 ft.) to
30 cm (1.0 ft.)
45 cm (1.5 ft.)
to 35 cm
(1.2 ft.)
45 cm (1.5 ft.) to
35 cm (1.2 ft.)
(blinking*2 or
continuous*3)
(continuous)
Less than
35 cm (1.2 ft.)
Less than
35 cm (1.2 ft.)
Less than
30 cm (1.0 ft.)
Less than
30 cm (1.0 ft.)
Less than
35 cm (1.2 ft.)
Less than
35 cm (1.2 ft.)
Far
Near
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*1: The images may differ from those shown in the illustrations depending on
the detection status. (P. 460)
*2: Multi-information display
*3: Audio system screen
Front center sensors
Front corner sensors
Front side sensorsRear side sensors
Rear corner sensors
Rear center sensors1
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When an obstacle is detected, the buzzer sounds.
●As the obstacle is approached, the buzzer sounds more rapidly.
When the obstacle is extremely close, the buzzer switches from
sounding intermittently (short beeps) to continuously (a long beep).
• Distance to obstacle detected by front corner sensor is approxi-
mately 35 cm (1.2 ft.) or less
• Distance to obstacle detected by front side sensor or rear side
sensor is approximately 30 cm (1.0 ft.) or less
• Distance to obstacle detected by front sensor is approximately
35 cm (1.2 ft.) or less
• Distance to obstacle detected by rear corner sensor is approxi-
mately 35 cm (1.2 ft.) or less
• Distance to obstacle detected by back sensor is approximately
35 cm (1.2 ft.) or less
●When an obstacle is detected by multiple sensors simultaneously,
the buzzer sounds according to the distance to the closest obsta-
cle.
●When obstacles are simultaneously detected to the front and rear
of the vehicle, separate buzzers sound patterns according to the
distance to each obstacle.
The volume and timing of the buzzer can be changed. (P. 738)
Buzzer

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Approximately 100 cm (3.3 ft.)
Approximately 150 cm (4.9 ft.)
Approximately 60 cm (2.0 ft.)
Approximately 100 cm (3.3 ft.)
• The detection range is shown in
the illustration to the right. How-
ever, the sensor will not detect
the obstacle if it is too close.
• For details regarding obstacle
detection in the side areas.
( P. 465)
• The distance at which an obsta-
cle can be detected and whether
it can be detected depends on
the shape and condition of the
obstacle.
The obstacle detection range can be changed. ( P. 738)
■Operation conditions
The power switch is turned on
● Front corner sensors:
• Shift position is not in P
• Vehicle speed is approximately 10 km/h (6 mph) or less
● Front side sensors/rear side sensors:
• Shift position is not in P
• Vehicle speed is approximately 10 km/h (6 mph) or less
• Steering wheel is turned approximately 90  or more
● Front center sensors:
• Shift position is not in P or R
• Vehicle speed is approximately 10 km/h (6 mph) or less
● Rear corner sensors/rear center sensors:
Shift position is in R
■ Toyota parking assist-sensor pop-up display
 P. 487
Detection range of the sensors
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■Sensor detection information
● The sensor’s detection areas are limited to the areas around the vehicle’s
bumper.
● Depending on the shape of the obstacle and other factors, the detection dis-
tance may shorten, or detection may be impossible.
● Obstacles may not be detected if they are too close to the sensor.
● There will be a short delay between obstacle detection and display. Even
when traveling at a low speed, if you come too close to an obstacle before
the display and buzzer activate, the display and buzzer may not activate at
all.
● Thin posts or objects lower than the sensor may not be detected when
approached, even if they have been detected once.
● It might be difficult to hear beeps due to the volume of audio system or air
flow noise of the air conditioning system.
■ Obstacle warning function
When an obstacle in the side areas is within the vehicle course while the
vehicle is moving forward or backward, this function inform the driver by the
display and the buzzer. ( P. 461, 463)
■ Obstacle detection in side areas
● Obstacles in the side areas are detected while driving by scanning the side
areas with the side sensors. Recognized obstacles are retained in memory
for up to approximately 2 minutes.
● Obstacles may not be detected in the side areas until the scan completes.
After the power switch is turned on, scanning completes after driving the
vehicle for a short period of time.
● When an obstacle such as another vehicle, pedestrian or animal is detected
by the side sensors, the obstacle may continue to be detected even after it
has left the side sensor detection area.
Obstacle
Calculated vehicle course
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■ If “Clean Parking Assist Sensor” is displayed on the multi-information
display
A sensor may be dirty or covered with snow or ice. In such cases, if it is
removed from the sensor, the system should return to normal.
Also, due to the sensor being frozen at low temperatures, a malfunction dis-
play may appear or an obstacle may not be detected. If the sensor thaws out,
the system should return to normal.
■ If “Parking Assist Malfunction” is displayed on the multi-information dis-
play
Depending on the malfunction of the sensor, the device may not be working
normally. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■ Customization
Setting of buzzer volume can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 738)
WARNING
■When using Toyota parking assist-sensor
Observe the following precautions to avoid an unexpected accident.
● Do not exceed the speed limit of 10 km/h (6 mph).
● The sensors’ detection areas and reaction times are limited. When moving
forward or reversing, check the areas surrounding the vehicle (especially
the sides of the vehicle) for safety, and drive slowly, using the brake to
control the vehicle’s speed.
● Do not install accessories within the sensors’ detection areas.

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WARNING
■Sensors
Certain vehicle conditions and the surrounding environment may affect the
ability of the sensor to correctly detect obstacles. Particular instances where
this may occur are listed below.
● There is dirt, snow or ice on the sensor. (Wiping the sensors will resolve
this problem.)
● The sensor is frozen. (Thawing the area will resolve this problem.)
In especially cold weather, if a sensor is frozen, the screen may show an
abnormal display, or obstacles may not be detected.
● The sensor is covered in any way.
● In harsh sunlight or intense cold weather
● On an extremely bumpy road, on an incline, on gravel, or on grass
● The vicinity of the vehicle is noisy due to vehicle horns, motorcycle
engines, air brakes of large vehicles , or other loud noises producing ultra-
sonic waves.
● The sensor is splashed with water or drenched with heavy rain.
● The sensor is drenched with water on a flooded road.
● The vehicle is leaning considerably to one side.
● The vehicle is equipped with a fender pole or wireless antenna.
● The vehicle is approaching a tall or curved curb.
● The detection range is reduced due to an object such as a sign.
● The area directly under the bumpers is not detected.
● If obstacles draw too close to the sensor.
● The bumper or sensor receives a strong impact.
● A non-genuine Toyota suspension (lowered suspension etc.) is installed.
● There is another vehicle equipped with parking assist sensors in the vicin-
ity.
● Towing eyelets are installed.
● A backlit license plate is installed.
In addition to the examples above, depending on the shape and condition of
obstacles, detection may not be possible, or the detection range may be
shortened.

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■Side sensors
In the following situations, the Toyota parking assist-sensor may not operate
normally and may result in an unexpected accident. Drive carefully.
● Obstacles may not be detected in the side areas until the vehicle is driven
for a short time and a scan of the side areas is completed. ( P. 465)
● Even after the scan of the side areas is completed, obstacles such as
other vehicles, people or animals that approach from the sides cannot be
detected.
● Even after the scan of the side areas is completed, obstacles may not be
detected depending on the surrounding situation of the vehicle.
At that time, the side sensor operation displays ( P. 460) temporary turn
off.
■ Obstacles which may not be properly detected
● The shape of the obstacle may prevent the sensor from detecting it. Pay
particular attention to the following obstacles:
• Wires, fences, ropes, etc.
• Cotton, snow and other materials that absorb sound waves
• Sharply-angled objects
• Low obstacles
• Tall obstacles with upper sections projecting outwards in the direction of
your vehicle
• People may not be detected if they are wearing certain types of cloth-
ing.
• Moving objects such as people or animals

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NOTICE
■When using Toyota parking assist-sensor
In the following situations, the system may not function correctly due to a
sensor malfunction etc. Have the vehicle checked by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
● Toyota parking assist-sensor operation display flashes, and a beep
sounds when no obstacles are detected.
● If the area around a sensor collides with something, or is subjected to
strong impact.
● If the bumper collides with something.
● If the display shows up and remains on without a beep.
● If a display error occurs, first check the sensor.
If the error occurs even when there is no ice, snow or mud on the sensor, it
is likely that the sensor is malfunctioning.
■ Notes when washing the vehicle
Do not apply intensive bursts of water or steam to the sensor area.
Doing so may result in the sensor malfunctioning.

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Intelligent Clearance Sonar
The system operates in the following situations when an obstacle is
detected in the traveling direction of the vehicle.
◆The vehicle is driven at low speeds and the brake pedal is not
depressed, or is depressed too late
◆The accelerator pedal is depressed too far
: If equipped
When a collision may occur with an obstacle while parking or
traveling at low speeds, when the vehicle suddenly moves for-
ward due to mistaken accelerator pedal operation, or when the
vehicle moves due to the wrong shift position being selected,
the sensors detect obstacles to the front or rear in the traveling
direction of the vehicle, and the system operates to lessen
impact with obstacles such as walls, and reduce resulting dam-
age.
Examples of system operation