coolant TOYOTA PRIUS PLUS 2015 User Guide

3807-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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(If equipped)
Hybrid system overheat warning light (warning buzzer)The hybrid system has overheated
This light may come on when driving under severe operat-
ing conditions, and the output of the hybrid system may
temporarily decrease in order to protect the system. (For
example, when driving up a long steep hill or driving up a
steep hill in reverse.)
→ Stop and check. ( →P. 444)
(If equipped)
Cruise control indicator (yellow indicator)
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional immediately.
(Only outer frame flashes)
(If equipped)
Low hybrid battery (traction battery) warning light
(warning buzzer)
Hybrid battery (traction battery) level becomes low
because the shift position is in N for long time
→ Because recharging is not possible when the shift
position is in N, shift the shift position to P when
parking the vehicle for a long time.
High coolant temperature warning light
Changes from a flashing to a solid light when the engine
coolant temperature increases
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.
(→ P. 444)
Automatic headlight leveling system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic headlight leveling
system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional immediately.
Open door warning light (warning buzzer)*3
Indicates that a door is not fully closed
→ Check that all the doors are closed.
Low fuel level warning light
Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 6.0 L (1.6
gal., 1.3 Imp.gal.) or less
→ Refuel the vehicle.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

4447-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If your vehicle overheats
■If the high coolant temperature warning light comes on or
flashesStop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning
system, and then stop the hybrid system.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has cooled down sufficiently, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact
any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.● The high coolant temperature warning light ( →P. 380) comes on
or flashes, or a loss of hybrid system power is experienced. (For
example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)
● Vehicles without multi-information display: The hybrid system
overheat warning light ( →P. 380) comes on.
● Vehicles with multi-information display: The warning message
indicating overheat is shown on the multi-information display.
(→ P. 391)
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
Correction procedures
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4457-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and
“LOW” lines on the reservoir.Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the hybrid system and turn the air conditioning system on to
check that the radiator cooling fans operate and to check for
coolant leaks from the radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air condi tioning system is turned on immedi-
ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking
the fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air con-
ditioning system on and off repeatedly. (The fans may not operate in
freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the hybrid system immediately and contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
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4467-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the hybrid system overheat warning light comes on or the
warning message indicating overheat is shown on the multi-
information display
Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Stop the hybrid system and carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has cooled down, inspect the hoses and
radiator core (radiator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact
any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “F” and “L”
lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“F” line
“L” line
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
If water was added in an emer-
gency, have the vehicle
inspected at any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and
equipped professional as soon
as possible.
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4477-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
After stopping the hybrid system and waiting for 5 minutes or
more, start the hybrid system and check for the instrument clus-
ter or multi-information display.
If the hybrid system overheat warning light does not turn off or
the message does not disappear:
Stop the hybrid system and contact any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
If the hybrid system overheat warning light does not come on or
the message is not displayed:
The hybrid system temperature has dropped and the vehicle may
be driven normally.
However, if the warning light comes on again frequently or the message
appears again frequently, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
WARNING
■ When inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.
●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.
● After the hybrid system has been turned off, check that the indicator on the
power switch and the “READY” indicator are off.
When the hybrid system is operating, the gasoline engine may automati-
cally start, or the cooling fan may suddenly operate even if the gasoline
engine stops. Do not touch or approach rotating parts such as the fan,
which may lead to fingers or clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler)
getting caught, resulting in serious injury.
● Do not loosen the coolant reservoir cap while the hybrid system and radia-
tor are hot.
High temperature steam or coolant could spray out.
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4487-2. Steps to take in an emergency
PRIUS +_OM_OM47B16E_(EE)NOTICE
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When adding engine/power control unit coolant
Add coolant slowly after the hybrid system has cooled down sufficiently.
Adding cool coolant to a hot hybrid system too quickly can cause damage to
the hybrid system.
■ To prevent damage to the cooling system
Observe the following precautions:
●Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust
etc.).
● Do not use any coolant additive.

4588-1. Specifications
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Cooling system
Capacity
Gasoline
engine
XWithout an exhaust heat recirculator sys-
tem
6.5 L (6.9 qt., 5.7 Imp.qt.)
XWith an exhaust heat recirculator system
6.9 L (7.3 qt., 6.1 Imp.qt.)
Power
control unit2.7 L (2.9 qt., 2.4 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 SC20HR11 or SC16HR11
Gap1.1 mm (0.043 in.)
NOTICE
■ Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

480Alphabetical index
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Card holder............................... 288
CareAluminum wheels .................. 301
Exterior.................................. 300
Interior ................................... 305
Panoramic roof...................... 304
Radar sensor ................ 246, 260
Seat belts .............................. 306
Cargo hooks ............................. 289
CD player
*
Chains ....................................... 266
Child restraint system ............... 59 Baby seat definition................. 60
Baby seat installation .............. 68
Child seat definition................. 60
Child seat installation .............. 70
Installing CRS with ISOFIX rigid anchors ......................... 74
Installing CRS with seat belt ... 68
Installing CRS with top strap ... 76
Junior seats definition ............. 60
Junior seat installation ............ 72
Child safety ................................ 58 12-volt battery precautions.... 329
Airbag precautions .................. 48
Back door precautions .......... 148
Child restraint system ............. 59
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................... 42
Installing child restraints.......... 67
Power window lock switch .... 186
Power window precautions ... 188 Rear door child-protectors .... 145
Removed key battery
precautions......................... 352
Seat belt precautions .............. 44
Seat heater precautions........ 279
Child-protectors....................... 145
Cleaning Aluminum wheels.................. 301
Exterior ................................. 300
Interior................................... 305
Panoramic roof ..................... 304
Radar sensor ................ 246, 260
Seat belts .............................. 306
Climate remote control ........... 278
Clock ......................................... 293
Condenser ................................ 324
Console box ............................. 284
Coolant Capacity ................................ 458
Checking ............................... 323
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 265
Cooling system ........................ 323 Hybrid system overheating ... 444
Consumption screen ............... 131
Cruise control Cruise control........................ 227
Dynamic radar cruise control................................. 231
Warning messages ............... 391
Cup holders.............................. 285
Curtain shield airbags ............... 46
Customizable features ............ 465
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482Alphabetical index
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Emergency, in case ofIf a warning buzzer sounds ... 376
If a warning light turns on ...... 376
If a warning message is displayed ............................ 388
If the 12-volt battery is discharged .......................... 439
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 437
If the hybrid system will not start..................................... 435
If you have a flat tire...... 404, 418
If you lose your keys ............. 141
If you think something is
wrong.................................. 375
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 449
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 369
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 370
If your vehicle overheats ....... 444
Energy monitor ........................ 131 Engine
Accessory mode ................... 203
Compartment ........................ 317
Engine switch........................ 201
Exhaust gas precautions ........ 80
Hood ..................................... 313
How to start the hybrid system ................................ 201
Identification number ............ 454
If the hybrid system will not start .................................... 435
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 369
Ignition switch (power switch) .................... 201
Overheating .......................... 444
Power switch......................... 201
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 458
Checking ............................... 323
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 265
Engine coolant temperature warning light .......................... 380

487Alphabetical index
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Navigation system*
Odometer .................................. 111
OilEngine oil .............................. 455
Opener Fuel filler door ....................... 226
Hood ..................................... 313
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 184 Adjustment ............................ 184
Folding .................................. 184
Outside rear view mirror defoggers............................ 273
Outside temperature display .................................... 275
Overhead console.................... 287
Overheating .............................. 444
Overheating, Engine ................ 444 P position switch ..................... 209
Parking brake
Operation .............................. 214
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 382
Parking lock ............................. 209
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) Function ................................ 254
PCS switch ........................... 255
Warning light ......................... 378
Warning message ......... 391, 392
Personal lights ......................... 280 Switch ................................... 281
Wattage ................................ 462
Pollen removal mode .............. 273
Power control unit coolant
Capacity ................................ 458
Checking ............................... 323
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 265
Radiator ................................ 324
Power outlets ........................... 294
Power steering (Electric Power Steering system) ....... 248Warning light ......................... 377
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*: Refer to the “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s Manual”.