key TOYOTA PRIUS PLUS 2012 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid system features ......... 38
Hybrid system precautions ... 43
Energy monitor/consumption
screen ................................. 49
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 58
1-2. Key information
Keys ...................................... 61
1-3. Opening, closing and locking
the doors
Smart entry & start system ... 64
Wireless remote control ........ 92
Side doors............................. 94
Back door.............................. 97
1-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats .......................... 103
Second seats ...................... 107
Third seats .......................... 113
Head restraints ................... 117
Seat belts ............................ 120
Steering wheel .................... 130
Inside rear view mirror ........ 131
Outside rear view mirrors.... 1331-5. Opening and closing
the windows
Power windows .................. 135
1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap ................................... 139
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system ............ 143
Double locking system ....... 148
Alarm .................................. 150
1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture ....... 156
SRS airbags ....................... 158
Airbag manual on-off
system.............................. 171
Child restraint systems ....... 173
Installing child restraints ..... 184
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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 382
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 387
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements..................... 390
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ....................... 393
Hood ................................... 397
Positioning a floor jack ........ 400
Engine compartment........... 403
12-volt battery ..................... 413
Tires .................................... 419
Tire inflation pressure ......... 422
Wheels ................................ 425
Air conditioning filter ........... 427
Electronic key battery ......... 430
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................. 433
Light bulbs .......................... 4455-1. 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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CAUTION
General precaution regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to
have or use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral.
There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with
the windows or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or
extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Never resell, hand over or modify the hybrid battery (traction battery). To pre-
vent accidents, hybrid batteries (traction batteries) that have been removed
from a disposed vehicle are collected through any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional. Do not dis-
pose of the battery yourself.
Unless the battery is properly collected, the following may occur, resulting in
death or serious injury:
• The hybrid battery (traction battery) may be illegally disposed of or
dumped, and someone may touch a high voltage part, resulting in an
electric shock.
• The hybrid battery (traction battery) is intended to be used exclusively
with your hybrid vehicle. If the hybrid battery (traction battery) is used
outside of your vehicle or modified in any way, accidents such as electric
shock, heat generation, smoke generation, an explosion and electrolyte
leakage may occur.
When reselling or handing over your vehicle, the possibility of an accident is
extremely high because the person receiving the vehicle may not be aware
of these dangers.

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1-1. Hybrid system
Hybrid system features ....... 38
Hybrid system
precautions ....................... 43
Energy monitor/
consumption screen ......... 49
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ... 58
1-2. Key information
Keys.................................... 61
1-3. Opening, closing and locking
the doors
Smart entry & start
system .............................. 64
Wireless remote control ...... 92
Side doors .......................... 94
Back door ........................... 971-4. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ........................ 103
Second seats .................... 107
Third seats ........................ 113
Head restraints ................. 117
Seat belts .......................... 120
Steering wheel .................. 130
Inside rear view mirror ...... 131
Outside rear view
mirrors ............................ 133
1-5. Opening and closing
the windows
Power windows ................. 135
1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap .................................. 139
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system ........... 143
Double locking system ...... 148
Alarm ................................ 150
1-8. Safety information
Correct driving posture ..... 156
SRS airbags...................... 158
Airbag manual on-off
system ............................ 171
Child restraint systems ..... 173
Installing child restraints ... 184

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1-2. Key information
Keys
Using the mechanical key
To take out the mechanical key,
push the release button and take
the key out.
After using the mechanical key,
store it in the electronic key. Carry
the mechanical key together with
the electronic key. If the electronic
key battery is depleted or the
entry function does not operate
properly, you will need the
mechanical key. (P. 519)
The following keys are provided with the vehicle.
Electronic keys
• Operating the smart entry &
start system (P. 64)
• Operating the wireless
remote control function
(P. 92)
Mechanical keys
Key number plate

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Key number plate
Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the
event that a mechanical key is lost, a new key can be made at any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional using the key number plate. (P. 518)
When riding in an aircraft
When bringing an electronic key onto an aircraft, make sure you do not
press any buttons on the electronic key while inside the aircraft cabin. If you
are carrying an electronic key in your bag etc., ensure that the buttons are
not likely to be pressed accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the elec-
tronic key to emit radio waves that could interfere with the operation of the
aircraft.

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NOTICE
To prevent key damage
Observe the following:
Do not drop the keys, subject them to strong shocks or bend them.
Do not expose the keys to high temperatures for long periods of time.
Do not get the keys wet or wash them in an ultrasonic washer etc.
Do not attach metallic or magnetic materials to the keys or place the keys
close to such materials.
Do not disassemble the keys.
Do not attach a sticker or anything else to the surface of the electronic key.
Do not place the keys near objects that produce magnetic fields, such as
TVs, audio systems and induction cookers, or medical electrical equip-
ment, such as low-frequency therapy equipment.
Carrying the electronic key on your person
Carry the electronic key 10 cm (3.9 in.) or more away from electric appli-
ances that are turned on. Radio waves emitted from electric appliances
within 10 cm (3.9 in.) of the electronic key may interfere with the key, causing
the key to not function properly.
In case of a smart entry & start system malfunction or other key-related
problems
Take your vehicle with all the electronic keys provided with your vehicle to
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
When a vehicle key is lost
If the key remains lost, the risk of vehicle theft increases significantly. Visit
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional immediately with all remaining electronic keys that
was provided with your vehicle.

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1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Smart entr y & start system
The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the
electronic key on your person, for example in your pocket.
(The driver should always carry the electronic key.)
Unlocks and locks the side doors (P. 6 5 )
Unlocks and locks the back door (P. 66)
Starts and stops the hybrid system (P. 214)

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PRIUS +_OM_OM47821E_(EE)Effective range (areas within which the electronic key is
detected)
Vehicles with entry function of driver’s door
When locking or unlocking
the door
The system can be operated
when the electronic key is
within about 0.7 m (2.3 ft.) of
driver’s door handle.
When starting the hybrid
system or changing
“POWER” switch modes
The system can be operated
when the electronic key is
inside the vehicle.

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PRIUS +_OM_OM47821E_(EE)Vehicles with entry function of front and back doors
When locking or unlocking
the doors
The system can be operated
when the electronic key is
within about 0.7 m (2.3 ft.) of
either of the outside front
door handle and back door
opener switch. (Only the
doors detecting the key can
be operated.)
When starting the hybrid
system or changing
“POWER” switch modes
The system can be operated
when the electronic key is
inside the vehicle.