lights TOYOTA PRIUS PLUS 2012 User Guide

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Instrument cluster light control
When the tail light is on, the brightness of the instrument cluster lights
can be adjusted. (For vehicles with the automatic light control sys-
tem, the lights can be adjusted when the tail light is on and the sur-
rounding area is dark.)
Ty p e A
The brightness will change by 4
steps each time the button is
pressed.
The reduced brightness can be
canceled by pressing and holding
the button. To turn on this func-
tion, press the button again.
Ty p e B

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Engine speed
On hybrid vehicles, engine speed is precisely controlled in order to help
improve fuel efficiency and reduce exhaust emissions etc.
There are times when the engine speed that is displayed may differ even
when vehicle operation and driving conditions are the same.
Brightness of the instrument cluster light
If the headlight switch is turned to ON while the surrounding area is dark, the
instrument cluster lights will dim.
When disconnecting and reconnecting 12-volt battery terminals
The average fuel consumption and cruising range will be reset.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the engine and its components
The engine may be overheating if the high coolant temperature warning light
comes on or flashes. In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. (P. 528)
The trip information display at low temperatures
Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal
information display. At extremely low temperatures, the information display
monitor may respond slowly, and display changes may be delayed.

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Indicators and warning lights
The indicator and warning lights on the instrument cluster inform the
driver of the status of the vehicle’s various systems.
Instrument cluster
Some indicators and the units used on the trip information display
etc. may differ depending on the target region.
Instrument panel

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*1: These lights turn on when the “POWER” switch is turned to the ON
mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will
turn off after the hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds. There
may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the
lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: The light comes on when the system is turned off. The light flashes
faster than usual to indicate that the system is operating.
Eco Driving Indicator
Light (P. 243)
(if equipped)
“PCS” warning
(P. 308)
EV drive mode indica-
tor (P. 221)
SRS airbag on-off
indicator (P. 1 7 1 )
Shift position indicators
(P. 224)
*1*1, 3

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Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the
vehicle’s systems. (P. 469)
*1: These lights turn on when the “POWER” switch is turned to ON
mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will
turn off after the hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds. There
may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if
the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
*2: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
(red)
(yellow)(if equipped)(if equipped)
(if equipped)(if equipped)(yellow)(if equipped)(yellow)
*1*1*1*1*1*1*1
*1*1*1*1*1*1*1
*1*1, 2*1*1

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
Headlight switch
The headlights can be operated manually or automatically.
Turning the end of the lever turns on the lights as follows:
The daytime running
lights turn on.
The front position
lights, tail, license
plate and instrument
panel lights turn on.
The headlights and
all the lights listed
above turn on.
The headlights, front
position lights, and
so on turn on and off
automatically (when
the “POWER” switch
is in ON mode).
(if equipped)

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Turning on the high beam headlights
With the headlights on, push
the lever away from you to
turn on the high beams.
Pull the lever toward you to the
center position to turn the high
beams off.
Pull the lever toward you and
release it to flash the high
beams once.
You can flash the high beams
with the headlights on or off.
Manual headlight leveling dial (if equipped)
The level of the headlights can be adjusted according to the number
of passengers and the loading condition of the vehicle.
Raises the level of the head-
lights
Lowers the level of the head-
lights

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PRIUS +_OM_OM47821E_(EE)Guide to dial settings
Occupancy and luggage load conditionsDial positionOccupantsLuggage load
Driver None 0
Driver and front
passengerNone 0
All seats occupied None 3
All seats occupied Full luggage loading 4
Driver Full luggage loading 5
Driver and front
passenger.
And all passenger in the
rear seats farthest to the
rear.None 1.5
Daytime running light system
To make your vehicle more visible to other drivers, the daytime running lights
turn on automatically whenever the hybrid system is started and the parking
brake is released.

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Headlight control sensor (if equipped)
Automatic light off system
When the light switch is in the
, , or position: The
headlights turn off automatically if the “POWER” switch is turned to
ACCESSORY mode or OFF.
When the light switch is in the AUTO position: The headlights and all
lights turn off automatically if the “POWER” switch is turned to ACCES-
SORY mode or OFF and the driver’s door is opened.
To turn the lights on again, turn the “POWER” switch to ON mode, or turn the
light switch off once and then back to the
, , or posi-
tion.
The sensor may not function properly if
an object is placed on the sensor, or any-
thing that blocks the sensor is affixed to
the windshield.
Doing so interferes with the sensor
detecting the level of ambient light and
may cause the automatic headlight sys-
tem to malfunction.
Air conditioning operation may also be
interrupted.

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Automatic headlight leveling system (if equipped)
The level of the headlights is automatically adjusted according to the number
of passengers and the loading condition of the vehicle to ensure that the
headlights do not interfere with other road users.
Customization
Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 554)
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is
off.