ECO mode TOYOTA PRIUS PLUS 2013 Owner's Guide

370 3-5. Other interior features
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CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause the driver’s floor mat to slip, possibly interfering
with the pedals while driving. An unexpectedly high speed may result or it may
become difficult to stop the vehicle, leading to a serious accident.
When installing the driver’s floor mat
Do not use floor mats designed for other models or different model year
vehicles, even if they are Toyota Genuine floor mats.
Only use floor mats designed for the driver’s seat.
Always install the floor mat securely using the retaining hooks (clips) pro-
vided.
Do not use two or more floor mats on top of each other.
Do not place the floor mat bottom-side up or upside-down.
Before driving
Check that the floor mat is securely
fixed in the correct place with all the
provided retaining hooks (clips). Be
especially careful to perform this check
after cleaning the floor.
With the hybrid system stopped and the
shift position in P, fully depress each
pedal to the floor to make sure it does
not interfere with the floor mat.

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Maintenance and care
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CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury, observe the following precautions.
When working on the engine compartment
Make sure that the indicator on the “POWER” switch and the “READY”
indicator are both off.
Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan.
Be careful not to touch the engine, power control unit, radiator, exhaust
manifold, etc. right after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids
may also be hot.
Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the
engine compartment.
Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes
are flammable.
When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the “POWER” switch is off.
With the “POWER” switch in ON mode, the electric cooling fans may auto-
matically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant tempera-
ture is high. (P. 404)
Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in your eyes.

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Maintenance and care
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Before recharging
When recharging, the 12-volt battery produces hydrogen gas which is flam-
mable and explosive. Therefore, observe the following precautions before
recharging:
If recharging with the 12-volt battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to
disconnect the ground cable.
Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and
disconnecting the charger cables to the 12-volt battery.
After recharging/reconnecting the 12-volt battery
Unlocking the doors using the smart entry & start system may not be
possible immediately after reconnecting the 12-volt battery. If this hap-
pens, use the wireless remote control or the mechanical key to lock/
unlock the doors.
Start the hybrid system with the “POWER” switch in ACCESSORY mode.
The hybrid system may not start with the “POWER” switch turned off.
However, the hybrid system will operate normally from the second
attempt.
The “POWER” switch mode is recorded by the vehicle. If the 12-volt bat-
tery is reconnected, the vehicle will return the “POWER” switch mode to
the status it was in before the 12-volt battery was disconnected. Make
sure to turn off the power before disconnect the 12-volt battery. Take
extra care when connecting the 12-volt battery if the “POWER” switch
mode prior to discharge is unknown.
Restart the hybrid system, depress the brake pedal, and confirm that it is
possible to shift into each shift position.
If the system will not start even after multiple attempts at all methods above,
contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.

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Maintenance and care
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CAUTION
When inspecting or replacing tires
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
Failure to do so may cause damage to parts of the drive train as well as dan-
gerous handling characteristics, which may lead to an accident resulting in
death or serious injury.
Do not mix tires of different makes, models or tread patterns.
Also, do not mix tires of remarkably different treadwear.
Do not use tire sizes other than those recommended by Toyota.
Do not mix differently constructed tires (radial, bias-belted or bias-ply
tires).
Do not mix summer, all season and snow tires.
Do not use tires that have been used on another vehicle.
Do not use tires if you do not know how they were used previously.
NOTICE
Driving on rough roads
Take particular care when driving on roads with loose surfaces or potholes.
These conditions may cause losses in tire inflation pressure, reducing the
cushioning ability of the tires. In addition, driving on rough roads may cause
damage to the tires themselves, as well as the vehicle’s wheels and body.
If tire inflation pressure of each tire becomes low while driving
Do not continue driving, or your tires and/or wheels may be ruined.

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511 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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Emergency start function
When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be
used as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the
“POWER” switch is functioning normally:
Set the parking brake.
Turn the “POWER” switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the “POWER” switch for about 15 seconds
while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the
system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn
does not sound
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be discon-
nected.
The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 516)
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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515 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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Stopping the hybrid system
Set the parking brake, shift the shift position to P and press the “POWER”
switch as you normally do when stopping the hybrid system.
Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
(P. 424)
Changing “POWER” switch modes
Within 10 seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal and
press the “POWER” switch.
The hybrid system does not start and modes will be changed each time the
switch is pressed. (P. 208)

518 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately
5 minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start
the hybrid system of your vehicle by turning the “POWER”
switch to ON mode.
Make sure the “READY” indicator comes on. If the indicator
light does not come on, contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
Once the hybrid system has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order from which they were con-
nected.
Close the exclusive jump starting terminal cover, and rein-
stall the fuse box cover to its original position.
When installing, first hook the fuse box cover onto the two rear
tabs.
Once the hybrid system starts, have the vehicle inspected at any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional as soon as possible.
STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6
STEP7
STEP8

553 6-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
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ItemFunctionDefault set-
tingCustom-
ized
setting
Automatic
air condition-
ing system
(P. 320)Switching
between outside
air and recircu-
lated air mode
linked to “AUTO”
switch operationON OFF – O O
Heating/cooling
operation mini-
mized in Eco
drive modeON OFF – – O
Panoramic
roof shades
door lock-
linked auto-
matic closing
function
(P. 364)Operates when
the “POWER”
switch is turned
off and the doors
are locked from
inside or outside
the vehicle using
the wireless
remote control,
or are locked
from outside the
vehicle using the
smart entry &
start system or
mechanical keyON OFF – – O

559 Alphabetical index
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Daytime running light
system .................................... 255
Deck board ............................... 371
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 335
Side mirrors........................... 335
Dimensions .............................. 534
Display
Dynamic radar cruise
control ................................. 272
Head-up display .................... 245
Trip information ..................... 233
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 387
Door lock
Back door ................................ 92
Side doors ............................... 89
Smart entry & start system...... 64
Wireless remote control .......... 87
Door pockets ............................ 354
Doors
Back door ................................ 92
Door glasses ......................... 130
Door lock ..................... 64, 87, 89
Rear door child-protector ........ 90
Side doors ............................... 89
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 471
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 195
Correct posture ..................... 151
Procedures............................ 194
Winter driving tips ................. 313Eco drive mode switch............ 218
Electric power steering ........... 291
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 513
Replacing battery .................. 424
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 463
If a warning light turns on...... 463
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 513
If the hybrid system will not
start .................................... 510
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged .......................... 516
If you have a flat tire .... 476, 488
If you lose your keys ............. 512
If you think something is
wrong.................................. 462
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 528
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency.......................... 530
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 455
If your vehicle overheats ....... 522
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 454
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................. 488DE
*: Refer to ““touch screen” Owner’s manual”
or “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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Panoramic roof
Sun shade ............................. 363
Washing precautions ............ 380
Parking brake ........................... 226
PCS ........................................... 300
Personal lights
Switch ................................... 343
Wattage................................. 545
Pollen removal mode............... 327
Power outlets ........................... 359
“POWER” switch ..................... 206
Power windows ........................ 130
Pre-crash safety system ......... 300
Radar cruise control
system .................................... 272
Radiator .................................... 404
Radio
*
Radio data system*
RDS*
Rear sunshade ......................... 367
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 439
Wattage................................. 545
Rear view mirror .............. 126, 128
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror defoggers ... 335
Rear window wiper and
washer .................................... 264
Replacing
Electronic key battery............ 424
Fuses .................................... 427
Light bulbs............................. 439
Tires ...................................... 476
Roof shades ............................. 363Seat belt reminder light........... 471
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt .......... 118
Child restraint system
installation .......................... 179
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belt ........................ 382
Emergency Locking Retractor
(ELR) ................................. 120
How to wear your seat belt ... 115
How your child should wear
the seat belt ........................ 121
Pre-crash seat belts .............. 300
Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use............ 120
Reminder light....................... 471
Seat belt hangers.................. 105
Seat belt pretensioners ......... 119
Seat heaters ............................. 361
Seats
Adjustment ............. 98, 102, 108
Adjustment
precautions ......... 100, 105, 110
Child seats/child restraint
system installation .............. 179
Cleaning................................ 381
Flattening seatbacks ............... 99
Folding down the
seatbacks .................... 103,108
Head restraint ....................... 112
Properly sitting in the seat .... 151
Seat heaters ......................... 361
Second seats
Adjustment ............................ 102
Folding down ........................ 103
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*: Refer to ““touch screen” Owner’s manual”
or “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.