cruise control TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID 2021 Owner's Guide

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Driving
When this function is enabled and the system is operating in vehicle-
to-vehicle distance control mode (P. 455), when a speed limit sign is
detected, the recognized speed limit will be displayed with an up/
down arrow. The set speed can be increased/reduced to the recog-
nized speed limit by pushing the lever up or down.
●When the current set speed is
lower than the recognized
speed limit
Push the lever up.
●When the current set speed is
higher than the recognized
speed limit
Push the lever down.
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control with Road Sign Assist can be enabled/
disabled in on the multi-information display. (P. 230)
When the Dynamic Radar Cruise Control with Road Sign Assist is
operating, while driving down a hill, the vehicle speed may exceed the
set speed.
In this case, the displayed set vehicle speed will be highlighted and a
buzzer will sound to alert the driver.
Dynamic Radar Cruise Control with Road Sign Assist
Enabling/Disabling the Dynamic Radar Cruise Control with Road
Sign Assist

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■Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range can be set when
●The shift position is in D.
●The desired set speed can be set when the vehicle speed is approximately
30 km/h (20 mph) or more.
(However, when the vehicle speed is set while driving at below approxi-
mately 30 km/h [20 mph], the set speed will be set to approximately 30 km/h
[20 mph].)
■Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed
The vehicle can accelerate by operating the accelerator pedal. After acceler-
ating, the set speed resumes. However, during vehicle-to-vehicle distance
control mode, the vehicle speed may decrease below the set speed in order
to maintain the distance to the preceding vehicle.
■When the vehicle stops while follow-up cruising
●Pushing the lever up while the vehicle ahead stops will resume follow-up
cruising if the vehicle ahead starts off within approximately 3 seconds after
the lever is pushed up.
●If the vehicle ahead starts off within 3 seconds after your vehicle stops, fol-
low-up cruising will be resumed.
■Automatic cancelation of vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode is automatically canceled in the fol-
lowing situations.
●VSC is activated.
●TRC is activated for a period of time.
●When the VSC or TRC system is turned off.
●The sensor cannot detect correctly because it is covered in some way.
●Pre-collision braking is activated.
●The parking brake is operated.
●The vehicle is stopped by system control on a steep incline.
●The following are detected when the vehicle has been stopped by system
control:
• The driver is not wearing a seat belt.
• The driver’s door is opened.
• The vehicle has been stopped for about 3 minutes.
In this situation, the shift position may automatically switch to P. (P. 382)
If vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode is automatically canceled for any
reasons other than the above, there may be a malfunction in the system.
Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.

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■Automatic cancelation of constant speed control mode
Constant speed control mode is automatically canceled in the following situa-
tions:
●Actual vehicle speed is more than approximately 16 km/h (10 mph) below
the set vehicle speed.
●Actual vehicle speed falls below approximately 30 km/h (20 mph).
●VSC is activated.
●TRC is activated for a period of time.
●When the VSC or TRC system is turned off.
●Pre-collision braking is activated.
If constant speed control mode is automatically canceled for any reasons
other than the above, there may be a malfunction in the system. Contact any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
■The Dynamic Radar Cruise Control with Road Sign Assist may not oper-
ate properly when
As the Dynamic Radar Cruise Control with Road Sign Assist may not oper-
ate properly in conditions in which RSA may not operate or detect correctly
(P. 449), when using this function, make sure to check the speed limit
sign displayed.
In the following situations, the set speed may not be changed to the recog-
nized speed limit by pushing the lever up or down.
●If speed limit information is not available
●When the recognized speed limit is the same as the set speed
●When the recognized speed limit is outside of the speed range that the
dynamic radar cruise control system can operate
■Brake operation
A brake operation sound may be heard and the brake pedal response may
change, but these are not malfunctions.
■Warning messages and buzzers for dynamic radar cruise control with
full-speed range
Warning messages and buzzers are used to indicate a system malfunction or
to inform the driver of the need for caution while driving. If a warning message
is shown on the multi-information display, read the message and follow the
instructions. (P. 416, 723)

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Speed limiter
Press the switch to activate the
speed limiter.
Press the switch once more to
deactivate the speed limiter.
Accelerate or decelerate to the
desired speed and push the lever
down to set the desired maximum
speed.
If the lever is pushed down while
the vehicle is stopped or being
driven of 30 km/h (19 mph) or less,
the set speed will be 30 km/h
(19 mph).
A desired maximum speed can be set using the cruise control
switch.
The speed limiter prevents vehicle speed from exceeding the set
speed.
Setting the vehicle speed

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■Automatic speed limiter cancellation
The set speed is automatically canceled in any of the situations:
● Cruise control is activated.
● When the VSC system and/or TRC system is turned off by pressing the
VSC OFF switch.
■ If the “Check Speed Limiter System” is displayed on the multi-informa-
tion display
Stop in a safe location, turn the power switch off and back on again, and then
set the speed limiter. If the speed limiter cannot be set, the system may be
malfunctioning. Even though the vehicle can be driven normally, have the
vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
WARNING
■ To avoid operating the speed limiter by mistake
Keep the speed limiter switch off when not in use.
■ Situations unsuitable for speed limiter
Do not use the speed limiter in either of the following situations.
Doing so may result in control of the vehicle being lost and could cause a
serious or fatal accident.
● On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
● On steep hills
NOTICE
When a warning is issued using the meter display and buzzer after exceed-
ing the set speed limit on a steep decline, depress the brake pedal to decel-
erate.

7258-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■ Warning messages
The warning messages explained below may differ from the actual messages
according to operation conditions and vehicle specifications.
■ System warning lights
The master warning light does not come on or flash in the following cases.
Instead, a separate system warning light will come on along with a message
or image shown on the multi-information display.
● “Antilock Brake System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer”:
The ABS warning light comes on. ( P. 715)
● “Braking Power Low Visit Your Dealer”:
The brake system warning light (yellow) will come on. ( P. 714)
● Indicates that a door is not fully closed while the vehicle is stopped.:
The Open door warning light comes on. ( P. 7 1 7 )
■ If “Visit Your Dealer” is shown
The system or part shown on the multi- information display is malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■ If a message about an operation is shown
● If a message about an operation of the accelerator pedal or brake pedal is
shown
• A warning message about an operation of the brake pedal may be shown
while the driving assist systems such as PCS (Pre-Collision System) or
the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range is operating. If a
warning message is shown, be sure to decelerate the vehicle or follow an
instruction shown on the multi-information display.
• A warning message is shown when Brake Override System operates.
( P. 360, 729)
• A warning message is shown when Drive-Start Control or Parking Sup-
port Brake function (if equipped) operates ( P. 360, 516). Follow the
instructions on the multi-information display.
● If a message about an operation of the power switch is shown
An instruction for operation of the power switch is shown when the incorrect
procedure for starting the hybrid system is performed or the power switch is
operated incorrectly. Follow the instructions shown on the multi-information
display to operate the power switch again.
● If a message about a shift operation is shown
To prevent the shift position from being selected incorrectly or the vehicle
from moving unexpectedly, the shift position may be changed automatically
( P. 381) or shift operation may be required. In this case, change the shift
position following the instructions on the multi-information display.

7298-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■ If “Engine Oil Level Low Add or Replace” is displayed
The engine oil level may be low. Check the level of the engine oil, and add
engine oil if necessary. This message may be displayed if the vehicle is
stopped on a slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface and check if the mes-
sage disappears.
■ If “Accelerator and Brake Pedals Pressed Simultaneously” is shown
The accelerator and brake pedals are being depressed simultaneously.
( P. 360)
Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal.
■ If a message that indicates the malfunction of front camera is displayed
The following systems may be suspended until the problem shown in the
message is resolved. ( P. 416, 714)
● PCS (Pre-Collision System)
● LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
● AHS (Adaptive High-beam System)
● RSA (Road Sign Assist)
● Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range
■ If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable See Owner’s Manual” is shown
The dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range system is suspended
temporarily or until the problem show n in the message is resolved. (causes
and coping methods: P. 416)
■ If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable” is shown
The dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range system cannot be
used temporarily. Use the system when it becomes available again.
■ If the shift position cannot be changed or the power switch is turned to
ACCESSORY mode even if trying to turn the power switch off when a
warning message is shown
If the 12-volt battery is discharged or the shift control system is malfunction-
ing, the followings may occur.
● The shift position may not be changed to P.
When parking, stop the vehicle on level ground and apply the parking brake
firmly.
● The hybrid system may not start.
● The power switch may be turned to ACCESSORY mode even if trying to
turn the power switch off.
In this case, the power switch may be turned off after applying the parking
brake.
● The automatic P position selection function (P. 382) may not operate.
Before turning the power switch off, be sure to press the P position switch
and check that the shift position is in P by the shift position indicator or P
position switch indicator.

801Alphabetical index
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Child-protectors ....................... 286
Cleaning............................ 616, 622
Aluminum wheels .................. 617
Exterior.................................. 616
Front camera......................... 408
Hybrid battery (traction
battery) air intake vent ........ 623
Interior ................................... 622
Radar sensor ........................ 407
Seat belts .............................. 625
Water-repellent coating ......... 617
Clock ......................................... 204
Adjustment ............................ 210
Coat hooks ............................... 613
Combination meter .................. 204
Clock adjustment .................. 210
Main display .......................... 222
Multi-information display ....... 230
Warning lights and
indicators ............................ 214
Condenser ................................ 643
Console box ............................. 595
Consumption screen ............... 275
Coolant ..................................... 641
Capacity ................................ 776
Checking ............................... 641
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 566
Cooling system ........................ 641
Engine overheating ............... 761
Hybrid system overheating ... 763
Cruise control
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range .......... 451
Cup holders .............................. 596
Curtain shield airbags ............... 39
Customizable features ............ 782Daytime running light
system .................................... 388
Deck board ............................... 600
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors...... 577
Rear window ......................... 577
Windshield ............................ 577
Dimension ................................ 770
Display
Drive information................... 232
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range .......... 451
Energy monitor ............. 233, 272
Head-up display .................... 264
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) .... 438
Main display .......................... 222
Multi-information display ....... 230
Parking Support Brake
function ............................... 516
Pre-collision warning............. 419
RCTA detection screen......... 473
RSA (Road Sign Assist)........ 446
S-IPA (Simple Intelligent
Parking Assist System) ...... 527
Toyota parking assist
sensor................................. 500
Warning messages ............... 723
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 631
Door courtesy lights................ 591
Location ................................ 591
Wattage ................................ 779D

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Doors ................................ 283, 288
Back door .............................. 288
Door glasses ......................... 352
Door lock ............................... 283
Open door warning buzzer.... 286
Open door warning light ........ 717
Outside rear view mirrors ...... 350
Rear door child-protectors .... 286
Side doors ............................. 283
Side windows ........................ 352
Double locking system.............. 86
Drive information ..................... 232
Drive-Start Control................... 360
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 717
Driving ...................................... 358
Break-in tips .......................... 361
Correct driving posture............ 32
Driving in the rain .................. 359
Driving mode select switch ... 468
Plug-in hybrid vehicle driving
tips ...................................... 115
Procedures............................ 358
Winter drive tips .................... 566
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ............ 451
ECB (Electronically
Controlled Brake System) .... 559
Eco drive mode ........................ 468
Electric motor (traction
motor) ....................................... 94
Location .................................. 94
Specification.......................... 773Electric Power Steering
(EPS)....................................... 560
Function ................................ 560
Warning light ......................... 715
Electronic key .......................... 278
Battery-saving function ......... 295
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 751
Replacing the battery ............ 688
Electronically Controlled
Brake System (ECB) ............. 559
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds ... 714
If a warning light turns on...... 714
If a warning message is
displayed ............................ 723
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged .......................... 755
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 751
If the hybrid system will not
start .................................... 749
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 766
If the vehicle is trapped in
rising water ......................... 706
If you have a flat tire ............. 731
If you lose your keys ..... 279, 282
If you think something is
wrong.................................. 713
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 705
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 707
If your vehicle overheats ....... 761
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Main display ............................. 222
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance ... 631
Maintenance data ................. 770
Maintenance requirements ... 628
Malfunction indicator lamp ..... 715
Master warning light ................ 723
Meter ......................................... 204
Clock adjustment .................. 210
Combination meter................ 204
Head-up display .................... 264
Indicators .............................. 216
Instrument cluster light
control................................. 206
Main display .......................... 222
Multi-information display ....... 230
Warning lights ....................... 215
Warning messages ............... 723
Microphone
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Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror .......... 348
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers............................ 577
Outside rear view mirrors ...... 350
Vanity mirrors ........................ 605Multi-information display ........ 230
Air conditioning system
settings screen ................... 252
Audio system-linked
display ................................ 251
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 473
Display contents ................... 230
Drive information................... 232
Driving assist system
information.......................... 256
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range .......... 451
Energy monitor ..................... 233
Language .............................. 260
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) .... 438
Parking Support Brake
function ............................... 516
Pre-collision warning............. 419
RSA (Road Sign Assist)........ 446
S-IPA (Simple Intelligent
Parking Assist System) ...... 527
Settings ................................. 257
Toyota parking assist
sensor................................. 500
Warning message ................. 256
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*: Refer to “Navigation system Owner’s manual”.