engine coolant TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID 2022 User Guide

6598-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
(Flashes or illuminates)
PCS warning light
• When a buzzer sounds simultaneously:
Indicates a malfunction has occurred in the PCS (Pre-
Collision System).
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
• When a buzzer does not sound:
The PCS (Pre-Collision System) has become temporar-
ily unavailable, corrective action may be necessary.
 Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display. ( P. 366, 665)
If the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or VSC (Vehicle Stability
Control) system is disabled, the PCS warning light will illu-
minate.
 P. 378
(Orange)
LTA indicator (warning buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in the LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
 Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display. ( P. 394)
Slip indicator light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC system;
• The TRC system; or
• The hill-start assist control system
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
The light will flash when the ABS, VSC or TRC system is
operating.
High coolant temperature warning light
• When the light flashes:
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high
The light changes from a flashing to a solid light when
the temperature further increases
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.
( P. 703)
• When the light comes on without flashing:
Indicates a malfunction in the exhaust heat recirculator
system
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

7068-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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After stopping the hybrid system and waiting for 5 minutes or
more, start the hybrid system again and check if “Hybrid System
Overheated” is shown on the multi-information display.
If the message does not disappear:
Stop the hybrid system and contact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repaire r.
If the message is not displayed:
The hybrid system temperature has dropped and the vehicle may
be driven normally.
However, if the message appears again frequently, contact any a utho-
rized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any rel iable
repairer.
WARNING
Q To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.
O If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot.
O After the hybrid system has been turned off, check that the “Accessory”,
“Ignition ON” or mileage display ( P. 213) on the main display and the
“READY” indicator are off.
When the hybrid system is operating, the gasoline engine may au tomati-
cally start, or the cooling fans may suddenly operate even if t he gasoline
engine stops. Do not touch or approach rotating parts such as t he fan,
which may lead to fingers or clothing (especially a tie, a scar f or a muffler)
getting caught, resulting in serious injury.
O Do not loosen the coolant reservoir caps while the hybrid system and radi-
ator are hot.
High temperature steam or coolant could spray out.
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7078-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
NOTICE
QWhen adding engine/power control unit coolant
Add coolant slowly after the hybrid system has cooled down suff iciently.
Adding cool coolant to a hot hybrid system too quickly can caus e damage to
the hybrid system.
Q To prevent damage to the cooling system
Observe the following precautions:
O Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust
etc.).
O Do not use any coolant additive.

7189-1. Specifications
Prius Plug-in Hybrid_OM_OM47E75E_(EE)
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.
If replacement is necessary, contact any authorized Toyota reta iler or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Cooling system
Capacity*
Gasoline
engine6.2 L (6.6 qt., 5.5 Imp.qt.)
Power
control unit1.5 L (1.6 qt., 1.3 Imp.qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based
non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system (spark plug)
MakeDENSO FC16HR-CY9
Gap0.9 mm (0.035 in.)
NOTICE
Q Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark pl ug gap.

743Alphabetical index
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Child-protectors ....................... 276
Cleaning............................ 566, 572
Aluminum wheels .................. 567
Exterior.................................. 566
Front camera......................... 358
Hybrid battery (traction
battery) air intake vent ........ 573
Interior ................................... 572
Radar sensor ........................ 357
Seat belts .............................. 575
Water-repellent coating ......... 567
Clock ......................................... 194
Adjustment ............................ 200
Coat hooks ............................... 563
Combination meter .................. 194
Clock adjustment .................. 200
Main display .......................... 212
Multi-information display ....... 220
Warning lights and
indicators ............................ 204
Condenser ................................ 593
Console box ............................. 545
Consumption screen ............... 264
Coolant ..................................... 591
Capacity ................................ 718
Checking ............................... 591
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 516
Cooling system ........................ 591
Engine overheating ............... 703
Hybrid system overheating ... 705
Cruise control
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range .......... 401
Cup holders .............................. 546
Curtain shield airbags ............... 39
Customizable features ............ 724Daytime running light
system .................................... 338
Deck board ............................... 550
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors...... 527
Rear window ......................... 527
Windshield ............................ 527
Dimension ................................ 712
Display
Drive information................... 222
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range .......... 401
Energy monitor ............. 223, 261
Head-up display .................... 254
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) .... 388
Main display .......................... 212
Multi-information display ....... 220
Parking Support Brake
function ............................... 468
Pre-collision warning............. 369
RCTA detection screen......... 423
RSA (Road Sign Assist)........ 396
S-IPA (Simple Intelligent
Parking Assist System) ...... 477
Toyota parking assist
sensor................................. 451
Warning messages ............... 665
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 581
Door courtesy lights................ 541
Location ................................ 541
Wattage ................................ 721D

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Emergency brake signal ......... 510
Emergency flashers................. 646
Emergency brake signal ....... 510
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................. 673
Energy monitor ................ 223, 261
Engine
Accessory mode ................... 325
Compartment ........................ 587
Engine switch ........................ 323
Exhaust gas precautions......... 50
Hood ..................................... 584
How to start the hybrid
system ................................ 323
Identification number............. 714
If the hybrid system will not
start..................................... 691
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 647
Ignition switch (power
switch) ................................ 323
Overheating .......................... 703
Power switch ......................... 323
Engine coolant ......................... 591
Capacity ................................ 718
Checking ............................... 591
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 516Engine oil ................................. 588
Capacity ................................ 715
Checking ............................... 588
Oil pressure warning light ..... 658
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 516
Engine switch (power
switch) .................................... 323
Auto power off function ......... 325
Changing the power switch
modes................................. 325
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 647
Starting the hybrid system .... 323
EPS (Electric Power
Steering)................................. 510
Function ................................ 510
Warning light ......................... 658
EV City mode switch ................. 88
EV driving range ...................... 109
EV mode ..................................... 85
EV/HV mode selection
switch ....................................... 88
Exhaust gas precautions .......... 50
Extended Headlight
Lighting system..................... 338

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Navigation system*
Odometer .................................. 214
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 715
Opener
Back door .............................. 278
Fuel filler door ....................... 353
Hood ..................................... 584
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 301
Adjustment ............................ 301
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 423
Folding .................................. 301
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers............................ 527
Outside temperature
display .................................... 212
Overhead console.................... 548
Overheating .............................. 703
P position switch ..................... 330
Panoramic view monitor
*
Parking assist sensors
Parking Support Brake
function ............................... 462
S-IPA (Simple Intelligent
Parking Assist System)....... 473
Toyota parking
assist-sensor ...................... 450Parking brake ........................... 336
Operation .............................. 336
Parking brake engaged
warning buzzer ................... 336
Parking lock ............................. 330
Parking Support Brake
function .................................. 462
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .... 368
Enabling/disabling the
system ................................ 372
Function ................................ 368
Warning light ......................... 659
Personal lights ......................... 541
Switch ................................... 542
Wattage ................................ 721
Plug-in hybrid system ............... 84
Driving tips ............................ 105
EV City mode .......................... 85
EV driving range ................... 109
EV mode ................................. 85
EV/HV mode selection
switch ................................... 88
Features.................................. 84
How to charge....................... 155
HV mode ................................. 85
Hybrid battery (traction
battery) charge mode ........... 85
Power control unit coolant ..... 591
Capacity ................................ 718
Checking ............................... 591
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 516
Radiator ................................ 593
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Warning lights .......................... 205
ABS ....................................... 658
Brake Override System ......... 661
Brake system ........................ 657
Charging system ................... 657
Drive-Start Control ................ 661
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ..................................... 660
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 658
Electric power steering
system ................................ 658
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light...................... 660
High coolant temperature...... 659
Low engine oil pressure ........ 658
Low fuel level ........................ 660
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 658
Master warning light .............. 660
Open door ............................. 660
Parking Support Brake
function ............................... 661
PCS....................................... 659
PKSB OFF indicator.............. 660
Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder light...................... 660
Seat belt reminder light ......... 660
Slip indicator ......................... 659
SRS....................................... 658
Tire pressure ......................... 661
Warning messages .................. 665Warning reflector storage
space ...................................... 552
Washer...................................... 348
Checking ............................... 598
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 516
Switch ................................... 348
Washing and waxing ............... 566
Water-repellent coating........... 567
Wheels ...................................... 610
Replacing wheels.................. 612
Size ....................................... 721
Window glasses....................... 303
Window lock switch ................ 303
Windows ................................... 303
Power windows ..................... 303
Rear window defogger .......... 527
Washer ................................. 348
Windshield wipers ................... 348
Handling the wiper arms ....... 571
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers ................................. 348
Replacing the wiper insert .... 628
Winter driving tips ................... 516
Wiper insert replacement........ 628
Wireless charger...................... 557
Wireless remote control.......... 268
Battery-Saving Function ....... 285
Locking/Unlocking................. 273
Remote Air Conditioning
System ............................... 535
Replacing the battery ............ 631