TOYOTA PRIUS PLUS 2012 Owners Manual
PRIUS PLUS 2012
TOYOTA
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TOYOTA PRIUS PLUS 2012 Owners Manual
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Maintenance and care
PRIUS +_OM_OM47821E_(EE)Front fog lights (if equipped)
Remove the fender liner bolts
and pull down the fender liner.
Unplug the connector while
pressing the lock release.
STEP 1
STEP 2
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PRIUS +_OM_OM47821E_(EE)Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
After installing the bulb base, shake the bulb base gently to check
that it is not loose.
STEP 3
STEP 4
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Maintenance and care
PRIUS +_OM_OM47821E_(EE)Front turn signal lights
Remove the fender liner bolt and clip and pull down the fender
liner. (P. 451)
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Remove the light bulb.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
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PRIUS +_OM_OM47821E_(EE)Rear turn signal lights and back-up/rear fog light
Open the back door and remove
the cover.
To prevent damage, cover the tip
of the screwdriver with a rag.
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Rear turn signal light
Back-up/rear fog light
Remove the light bulb.
Rear turn signal light
Back-up/rear fog light
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
STEP 1
STEP 2
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STEP 3
STEP 4
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PRIUS +_OM_OM47821E_(EE)License plate lights
Open the back door and remove
the cover.
To prevent damage, cover the tip
of the screwdriver with a rag.
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Remove the light bulb.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
STEP 1
STEP 2
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STEP 3
STEP 4
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456 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
PRIUS +_OM_OM47821E_(EE)Replacing the following bulbs
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
Headlight low beams (LED type)
Stop lights
Tail lights
Side turn signal lights
High mounted stoplight
Daytime running lights
LED lights
The headlight low beams (LED type), stop lights, tail lights, high mounted
stoplight and daytime running lights consist of a number of LEDs. If any of
the LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional to have the
light replaced.
Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional for more information in the following situations.
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does
not indicate a malfunction.
Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.
Water has built up inside the headlight.
When replacing light bulbs
P. 443
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Maintenance and care
PRIUS +_OM_OM47821E_(EE)
CAUTION
Replacing light bulbs
Be sure to stop the hybrid system and turn off the lights. Do not attempt to
replace the bulb immediately after turning off the lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. Hold the
bulb by the plastic or metal portion.
If the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.
Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
To prevent damage or fire
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
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5When trouble arises
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PRIUS +_OM_OM47821E_(EE)
5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 460
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ..................... 461
If you think something is
wrong .............................. 468
5-2. Steps to take
in an emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning
buzzer sounds ................ 469
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with
spare tire) ....................... 482
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles without
a spare tire) .................... 494
If the hybrid system
will not start..................... 516
If you lose your keys ......... 518
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ............. 519
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ...................... 522
If your vehicle
overheats ........................ 528
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ............................... 534
If your vehicle has
to be stopped in
an emergency ................. 536
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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers
NOTICE
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not leave the emergency flashers on longer than necessary when the
hybrid system is not operating.
Use the emergency flashers if the vehicle malfunctions or is
involved in an accident.
Press the switch to flash all
the turn signal lights. To turn
them off, press the switch
once again.
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