ECO mode TOYOTA PRIUS PLUS 2015 Owner's Guide

3977-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Carrying out the corresponding action turns the messages off.
Other displayed messages
Displayed messageDetails/Actions
Maintenance of the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) cooling component is requiredThe filter may be clogged, the air intake vent
may be blocked or there may be a gap in the
duct.
→ Have maintenance performed on the hybrid
battery (traction battery) cooling compo-
nent at any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Indicates that the EV drive mode is not available*
The reason the EV drive mode is not available
(the vehicle is idling, battery charge is low,
speed is higher than the EV drive mode operat-
ing speed range, accelerator pedal is
depressed too much) may be displayed.
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Use the EV drive mode when it becomes
available.

4017-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Once3 times
The electronic key was carried
outside the vehicle and a door
other than the driver’s door was
opened and closed while the
power switch was in a mode
other than off.
→Bring the electronic key
back into the vehicle.
The electronic key was carried
outside the vehicle and the
driver’s door was opened and
closed while the shift position P
was selected without turning off
the power switch.
→Turn the power switch off.
→ Bring the electronic key
back into the vehicle.
Once
Sounds
once for 5
seconds
An attempt was made to exit
the vehicle with the electronic
key and lock the doors without
first turning the power switch
off.
→Turn the power switch off
and lock the doors again.
Once
An attempt was made to turn
the power switch off when the
shift position was not in P.
→To turn off the hybrid sys-
tem, first shift the shift
position to P and then turn
the power switch off.
Interior
buzzerExterior buzzerWarning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(Displayed alternately)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)

4037-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■Warning messages
→ P. 399
■ Warning buzzer
→ P. 384
Once
The driver’s door was opened
and closed with the power
switch turned off and then the
power switch was put in
ACCESSORY mode twice with-
out the hybrid system being
started.
→ Press the power switch
while depressing the brake
pedal.
During a hybrid system starting
procedure in the event that the
electronic key was not function-
ing properly ( →P. 437), the
power switch was touched with
the electronic key.
→ Press the power switch
within 10 seconds of the
buzzer sounding.
Once
An attempt was made to start
the hybrid system with the shift
position in N.
→Shift the shift position to P
and start the hybrid sys-
tem.
Once
The electronic key has a low
battery.
→Replace the electronic key
battery. ( →P. 351)
Interior
buzzerExterior buzzerWarning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(Flashes)

4367-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( →P. 439)
● One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be disconnected.
(→ P. 327)
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional if the problem cannot be repaired,
or if repair procedures are unknown.
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.
Do not use this starting procedure except in cases of emergency. 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.
Emergency start function
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4387-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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 imm ediately when the battery is depleted.
( → P. 351)
■ Alarm (if equipped)
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system.
If a door is unlocked using the mechanical key when the alarm system is set,
the alarm may be triggered. ( →P. 97)
■ 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. 203)

4417-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed
slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5 minutes to
recharge the 12-volt 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 connected.
Close the exclusive jump starting terminal cover, and reinstall 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.
■Starting the hybrid system when the 12-volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting.
■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid system is off.
● Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running
at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
■ When the 12-volt battery is removed or discharged
●The hybrid system may not start. ( →P. 328)
● If the 12-volt battery discharges while the shift position is in P, it may not be
possible to shift the shift position to other positions. In this case, the vehicle
cannot be towed without lifting both front wheels because the front wheels
will be locked. ( →P. 370)
● When the 12-volt battery is reconnected, start the hybrid system and con-
firm that the shift position can be changed to each position using the shift
position indicator.
● Make sure that the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or replac-
ing the 12-volt battery. The key may be locked in the vehicle if the alarm is
activated. ( →P. 97)
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4688-2. Customization
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Instrument cluster (
→P. 109)
*: The default setting varies according to countries.
■
Automatic air conditioning system ( →P. 270)
FunctionDefault
settingCustomized setting
Sensor sensitivity for
darkening the brightness
of the instrument cluster
depending on the outside
brightness
Standard-2 to 2––O
Sensor sensitivity for
returning the brightness of
the instrument cluster to
the original level depend-
ing on the outside bright-
ness
Standard-2 to 2––O
Language*English
French
O–OGerman
Spanish
Italian
Unitskm
(L/100km)km (km/L)OOO
Pop-up displayOnOffO–O
123
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
A/C auto switching opera-
tionOnOff––O
Heating/cooling operation
minimized in Eco drive
mode
OnOff––O
123

481Alphabetical index
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Daytime running light system .................................... 216
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors ...... 273
Rear window ......................... 273
Windshield ............................ 273
Dimension ................................ 452
Display Drive information ................... 120
Dynamic radar cruise control................................. 231
Energy monitor............... 120,131
Multi-information display ....... 118
Trip information ..................... 113
Warning messages ............... 388
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 311
Door courtesy lights ................ 280 Location ................................ 280
Wattage................................. 462
Doors Back door .............................. 146
Door glasses ......................... 186
Door lock ............................... 142
Open door warning buzzer.... 380
Open door warning light ........ 380
Outside rear view mirrors ...... 184
Rear door child-protectors .... 145
Side doors ............................. 142
Double locking system.............. 96
Drive information ..................... 120
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ......................................... 381 Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 191
Correct posture ....................... 36
Driving in the rain .................. 191
Driving mode select switch ... 247
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ..... 262
Procedures ........................... 190
Winter drive tips .................... 265
Dynamic radar cruise control Function ................................ 231
Warning message ................. 391
ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake System) .... 248
Eco drive mode ........................ 247
Electric motor Location .................................. 81
Specification ......................... 455
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Function ................................ 248
Warning light ......................... 377
Electronic key If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 437
Replacing the battery ............ 351
Electronically Controlled
Brake System (ECB) ............. 248
Emergency brake signal ......... 249
Emergency flashers ................ 368
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*: Refer to the “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s Manual”.

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

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Power switch ............................ 201Auto power off function ......... 203
Changing the power switch modes...................... 203
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 369
Starting the hybrid system ................................ 201
Power switch light ................... 280
Power windows Jam protection function ......... 186
Operation .............................. 186
Window lock switch ............... 186
Pre-Crash Safety system (PCS) Function ................................ 254
PCS switch............................ 255
Warning light ......................... 378
Warning message ......... 391, 392
Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise
control) ................................... 231
Radiator .................................... 324
Radio
*
Rear door sunshades .............. 298
Rear fog light Replacing light bulbs............. 362
Switch ................................... 218
Wattage ................................ 462
Rear passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 381
Rear seat .......................... 169, 174 Adjustment .................... 169, 174
Second seats ........................ 169
Third seats ............................ 174
Rear sunshade ......................... 298
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 362
Turn signal lever ................... 213
Wattage ................................ 462
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror .......... 182
Outside rear view mirrors...... 184
Rear view monitor system
*
Rear window defogger ............ 273
Rear window wiper .................. 223
Refueling .................................. 224 Capacity ................................ 455
Fuel types ............................. 455
Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 226
Regenerative braking ................ 82
Replacing Electronic key battery ........... 351
Fuses .................................... 353
Light bulbs ............................ 357
Tires .............................. 404, 418
Road accident cautions ............ 89R