TOYOTA PRIUS PRIME 2019 (in English) User Guide

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Engine maintenance
Engine coolant reservoir Engine oil filler cap
Engine oil level dipstickWindshield washer fluid tank
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help
extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer to the
“Warranty & Maintenance Guide.”
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ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY &
EMERGENCY FEATURES
Fuel tank door release & cap
The fuel tank door locks/unlocks
with the vehicle’s doors.
Turn to open
Store
Press
NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not locked or tightened,
Check Engine “
” indicator may illuminate.

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The Prius Prime system has features of both electric and hybrid vehicles\
. Electricity
received by charging from an external power source can be used to supple\
ment
hybrid energy, and the vehicle can also be driven as an electric vehicle\
using only
the electric motor. The EV driving range can be extended by using regene\
rative
braking to store electricity in the traction battery.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM
Charging equipment
The charge cable included with the vehicle is designed to be connected o\
nly to
an AC 120V power source.
NOTE:Toyota recommends installing a heavier-duty 15-amp wall receptacle
with GFCI (Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter). Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Charging indicator Connector lock switch (if equipped)
Hybrid battery
(traction battery) status indicator
Charging connector Latch release button
CCID (Charging Circuit
Interrupting Device)
Plug Power indicator illuminates
when power is flowing to the
CCID
Charging indicator illuminates
when charging is in progress
Error warning indicator
flashes when malfunction
or electrical leakage is
detected.
Charging inlet
Inlet light
Charging port lid
Charging port
Charge cable
Electric Vehicle System

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The Prius Prime may be charged immediately, or scheduled to charge at a \
specific time. Before charging, it is recommended that:
• Parking brake is securely set
• All lights are turned off
• The POWER switch is OFF
Refer to “Things to Know Before Charging,” in the Owner’s Manua\
l before
attempting to charge the hybrid battery.
Step 1 Plug the charge cable into the outlet of the external power source.
NOTE: Hanging the CCID on a hook is recommended to reduce the strain on
the outlet and charge cable plug.
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START CHARGING
- Make sure to hold the body of the plug and insert it
firmly into the outlet.
- Check that the power indicator of the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device) is illuminated.
- Check the status of the automatic system check that runs before charging to detect electrical leakage. If a
malfunction is detected, an error warning indicator
flashes.
- The surface of the CCID may become hot, but this does not indicate a malfunction.
Step 2 Press the charge port lid to open and the charging inlet light will ill\
uminate.
NOTE: For vehicles with smart lid & connector locking system, unlock doors
first.
For more information or to change settings for the smart lid and chargin\
g connector
function, refer to the Owner’s Manual.
Charging inlet light
Charging

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Step 4 Insert the charge cable connector into the charge inlet.
- Do not press the latch release button when
inserting the connector.
- Align with the guide position shown on underside of the charge connector, and
push it in until it clicks.
Step 5 Once charging connector is inserted into the inlet and indicator has illuminated, press the connector lock switch before charging.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for limitations and more details.
- Charging will not start if the charging indicator does not illuminate when the
charging connector is inserted.
When charge timer function is in use,
it will turn off several seconds after
illuminating.
- The amount of time until charging is completed can be checked on the energy
monitor by turning the POWER switch to
ON mode.
- The charging indicator will turn off when charging is completed.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM
START CHARGING (CONTINUED)
Step 3 Remove the charge connector cap. Affix the cap to the cable.

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Step 1 Press the latch release button while pulling toward you to release char\
ging
connector.
Note: If smart lid & connector locking system is in use, carry the Smart Key to
unlock. (if equipped)
Step 2 Attach cap to charging connector.
Step 3 Attach charging inlet cap and close charging port lid.
Step 4 When the charging equipment will not be used for a prolonged period of \
time, remove the plug. Hold the body of the plug when removing from the \
outlet.
Note: For vehicles with smart lid and connector locking system, touching push
lifter will activate the locking mechanism of the charging port lid or connector
lock. Carry Smart Key to unlock. (if equipped)
Lever raises up when unlocked to release
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AFTER CHARGING

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Meter control switches
Charging timer switch
Multi-Information Display
ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM
ADD A CHARGING TIME TO THE CHARGE SCHEDULE
Use of the charge schedule can help reduce electricity costs by making it easy to
charge during off-peak hours.
7” display
(1) While the vehicle is parked, press the charging timer switch.
The Charge Schedule screen displays on the multi-information display.
Use
or to navigate through the options and press to select an
option. Also, use
to return to a previous screen.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Charging schedule

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Menu button
displays menu screen
Touch screen display
ADD A CHARGING TIME TO THE CHARGE SCHEDULE (CONTINUED)
11.6” display (if equipped)
(2) Touch Charge Schedule and the Charge Schedule screen displays. (1) While the vehicle is parked, press the MENU button to display the menu screen.
Then, touch
to select and view the Information screen.
Calendar view of
charge schedule
Add new
charge event Turns Charge
Schedule On/Off. Close the Charge
Schedule screen
Turns this event
ON/OFF in the
schedule
Scroll to see more
charge events in
schedule Charge event
shown as an icon
on the schedule
Icon color meaning:
Orange - Next
Green - Departure
Blue - Start
List view of
charge schedule Change or delete a charge event on the schedule
(3) Create a charge schedule for days and times of the week as reminders.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information.
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ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEMCharging Information
Remaining charging time and charging information is displayed on the
Multi-Information Display (MID) or 11.6” display (if equipped.)
If the POWER switch is turned to ON mode during charging, the current ch\
arging
status and the amount of time needed until charging is complete will be \
displayed
on the energy monitor.
After confirming, switch the POWER switch to OFF and turn off the displa\
y. The
POWER switch will turn off automatically after several tens of seconds.
Charging information and warning messages The first time the POWER switch is
turned to ON mode after charging is completed, a message detailing the r\
esults of
the charge is shown. Also, if an operation was attempted that could not \
be carried
out while charging, a warning message will be shown.
Follow the instructions in the message. The message may not be displayed\
if the
Remote Climate System has been used.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for limitations and more details.

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OVERVIEW
ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE
SAFETY &
EMERGENCY FEATURES
Charging system safety functions
Prime Applications (if equipped)
- The Hybrid System will not start while the charging cable is attached \
to the
vehicle, even if the POWER switch is operated.
- If the charge cable is connected while the READY indicator is illuminated, the Hybrid System will stop automatically and driving will not be possible.
- When the charge cable is connected to the vehicle, the shift position \
cannot be changed from P to another position.
- If the latch release button is pressed, charging will not begin even i\
f the charge cable is connected.
- Charging will stop if the latch release button is pressed and held for\
several seconds during charging. When restarting charging, reinsert the charge
connector after pulling it out, and check that the charging indicator il\
luminates.
Prime Applications is a service for Prius Prime vehicles that is added t\
o the Safety
Connect® and Entune® products. It provides charge support, comfort support and
drive support via the vehicle’s navigation system and the owner’s \
smartphone. The
Prime Apps include Charge Management, Remote Climate, Charging Station M\
ap,
Vehicle Finder and ECO Dashboard.
Both an active Safety Connect
® account and an active Entune® account are
required for the services.
The following functions of the Prime Applications can be used with the n\
avigation
system:
Type A Download of nearby charging stations to the map screen.
Type B View list of nearby charging stations and corresponding charging statio\
n information (such as voltage supported).
For details, please refer to http://www.toyota.com/entune.

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Hybrid Synergy Drive System
FEATURES & OPERATIONS
The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-controlled gasoline \
engine
and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of power fo\
r the
vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied the braking for\
ce
generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery. In add\
ition, the
engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped. The benefits are better fu\
el economy,
reduced vehicle emissions and improved performance.
NOTE: Fuel consumption and energy information of the Hybrid System are shown on the Multi-Information Display.
-Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner’\
s Manual.
-When possible, link trips to reduce engine cold starts.
-Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary, especially on t\
he highway.
-When possible, avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking ener\
gy.
-Minimize use of the air conditioning.
TIPS FOR IMPROVED FUEL ECONOMY
STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
Auto lock/unlock
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in different modes, or\
turned
OFF.
Shift position linked door locking/unlocking function
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
Speed linked door locking function
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed is approximately 12 mph or higher.
Driver’s door linked door unlocking function
-Doors unlock when the “POWER” switch is set to OFF and driver’\
s door is opened within approximately 45 seconds.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Push
(1) Put the shift lever in “P.”
(2) Depress the brake pedal, and “”
will be displayed on the Multi-Information
Display.
(3) Press the “POWER” switch briefly and
firmly.
(4) The “READY” light will blink. After
a few seconds, when the light remains
steady and a beep sounds, you may
begin driving.