brake TOYOTA PRIUS PRIME 2022 User Guide

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1432-2. Charging
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Plug-in hybrid system
Before charging, always check the following items.
● The parking brake is applied. ( P. 346)
● The headlights are switched off or set to AUTO, and lights such as
the emergency flashers and interi or lights etc. are switched off.
If these light switches are turned ON, then these features will consume
electricity, and charging time will increase.
●The power switch is off. ( P. 3 3 2 )
Before charging, make sure that each part of the charging cable is in
good condition. ( P. 121)
■Safety functions
●The hybrid system will not start while the charging cable is at tached to the
vehicle, even if the power switch is operated.
● If the charging cable is connected while the “READY” indicator is illumi-
nated, the hybrid system will stop automatically and driving wi ll not be possi-
ble.
● When the charging cable is connected to the vehicle, the shift position can-
not be changed from P to another position.
■ During charging
The followings occur, however, it does not indicate a malfuncti on.
● The charging starting time may differ depending on the state of the vehicle.
● During charging, the sound of the fan may be heard from the onboard trac-
tion battery charger cooling air intake vents. ( P. 146)
● During and after charging, the rear seat and its surrounding ar ea in which
the onboard traction battery charger is installed may get warm.
Confirm the following before charging
Inspecting the charging cable

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3. Instrument cluster
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle’s
systems.
Warning lights
Warning lightsPages
*1Brake system warning light (U.S.A.) P. 671
*1Brake system warning light (Canada)
(Red)P. 671
*1Brake system warning light
(Yellow)P. 671
*1Charging system warning light
P. 671
*1Low engine oil pressure warning lightP. 671
*1Malfunction indicator lamp (U.S.A.) P. 671
*1Malfunction indicator lamp (Canada)P. 671
*1SRS warning light P. 672
*1ABS warning light (U.S.A.) P. 672
*1ABS warning light (Canada)P. 672
*1Electric power steering system warning light
(Red/yellow)P. 672
*1, 2PCS warning light
P. 672
LTA indicator (Orange)P. 672
*1Slip indicator lightP. 673

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3. Instrument cluster
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s
various systems.
Indicators
IndicatorsPages
Turn signal indicator P. 345
Headlight indicator (U.S.A.) P. 347
Tail light indicator (Canada) P. 349
Parking brake indicator (U.S.A.) P. 346
Parking brake indicator (Canada)P. 346
Headlight high beam indicator P. 349
Fog light indicator (if equipped) P. 357
Security indicator P. 83
“READY” indicatorP. 332
Shift position indicatorsP. 339
*1, 2Slip indicator light P. 497
*1, 3VSC OFF indicatorP. 498
Cruise control indicator P. 420
Dynamic radar cruise control indicatorP. 415

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2473. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
■Settings table
ItemSettingsSetting result
“On” Turns the LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) lane
centering function on and off. ( P. 390)
“Off”
“On” Turns the LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) steer-
ing assist function on and off. ( P. 390)
“Off”
“High”Switches the LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
alert sensitivity. (P. 390)
“Standard”
“On”
Turns the PCS (Pre-Collision System) on
and off. ( P. 383)
“Off”
Early
Switches the PCS (Pre-Collision System)
warning timing. ( P. 383)Middle
Late
*“On”Turns the Intuitive parking assist on and off.
(P. 441)
“Off”
*“On”Turns the Parking Support Brake function
on and off. ( P. 453)
“Off”
*“On”Turns the Blind Spot Monitor on and off.
(P. 428)
“Off”
“On”
Turns the LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) vehicle
sway warning on and off. ( P. 390)
“Off”
“High”
Switches the LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
vehicle sway warning sensitivity. ( P. 390)“Standard”
“Low”

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2573. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
■Insert displays of the driving support systems
Insert displays are linked wit h the operation of the following sys-
tems and used to show some of the information shown on the mult i-
information display on the head-up display.
*: If equipped
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Master warning light insert display
When the master warning light
(  P. 674) is illuminated or
flashing, an insert display is
shown on the head-up display
to inform the driver.
When the master warning light
is illuminated or flashing, check
the message displayed on the
multi-information display and
perform the corresponding trou-
bleshooting procedure.
( P. 681)
Insert display
SystemDisplayed information
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ( P. 379)Pre-collision warning
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) (P. 3 9 0 )
Lane departure alert function
display
Hands off steering wheel warn-
ing
Vehicle sway warning function
display
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-
speed range ( P. 409)Approach warning display
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ( P. 405)Road signs
Parking Support Brake function*
(  P. 4 5 2 )Operation display
(symbol display)

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4-3. Adjusting the seats
Rear seats
Park the vehicle in a safe place.
Apply the parking brake firmly ( P. 346) and shift the shift position to P.
( P. 340)
Adjust the position of the front seat and the angle of the seatback.
(
P. 2 9 6 )
Depending on the position of the front seat, if the seatback is folded back-
ward, it may interfere with the operation of the rear seat.
Lift up and push down the head restraints of the rear outboard
seats, and lower the head rest raint of the rear center seat.
(
P. 3 0 0 )
Stow the armrest of the rear seat if it is pulled out. (
P. 562)
This step is not necessary when operating the left side seat on ly.
Pull the seatback lock release
lever and fold the seatback down.
To avoid trapping the seat belt
between the seat and the inside of
the vehicle, pass the seat belt
inside the seat belt guide and then
return the seatback securely to
the locked position.
The seatbacks can be folded down.
Before folding down the seatbacks
Folding down the seatbacks
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Returning the rear seatbacks
Seat belt guide

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2994-3. Adjusting the seats
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Operation of each component
WARNING
■When folding the seatbacks down
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
● Do not fold the seatbacks down while driving.
● Stop the vehicle on level ground, apply the parking brake firml y and shift
the shift position to P.
● Do not allow anyone to sit on a folded seatback or in the luggage compart-
ment while driving.
● Do not allow children to enter the luggage compartment.
● Do not operate the rear seat if it is occupied.
● Be careful not to get feet or hands caught in the moving parts or joints of
the seats during operation.
● Do not allow children to operate the seat.
■ After returning the seatback to the upright position
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
● Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback.
●Make sure that the seatback is securely
locked in position by lightly pushing it
back and forth.
If the seatback is not securely locked,
the red marking will be visible on the
seatback lock release lever. Make sure
that the red marking is not visible.

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5Driving
5-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ............. 314
Cargo and luggage ........... 326
Vehicle load limits ............. 329
Trailer towing..................... 330
Dinghy towing ................... 331
5-2. Driving procedures Power (ignition) switch ...... 332
Hybrid transmission........... 339
Turn signal lever................ 345
Parking brake .................... 346
5-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 347
AHB (Automatic High Beam) ............................. 352
Fog light switch ................. 357
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 359
5-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .................................. 365 5-5. Using the driving support
systems
Toyota Safety Sense 2.0... 370
PCS (Pre-Collision System)........................... 379
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) ............................. 390
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ............................. 405
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed
range............................... 409
Driving mode select switch .............................. 425
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ........ 427
• The Blind Spot Monitor function ......................... 432
• The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ................. 435
Intuitive parking assist....... 441
Parking Support Brake function ........................... 452
S-APGS (Simple Advanced Parking
Guidance System) .......... 462
Driving assist systems ...... 496
5-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips ............. 502

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5-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle
Check that the charging cable is disconnected. (P. 1 4 7 )
 P. 3 3 2
With the brake pedal depressed , shift the shift position to D.
(  P. 339)
Check that the shift position indicator shows D.
Release the parking brake. ( P. 3 4 6 )
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accele ra-
tor pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
With the shift position in D , depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift the shift
position to P. (
P. 340)
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe
driving:
Before starting the hybrid system
Starting the hybrid system
Driving
Stopping
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3155-1. Before driving
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Driving
Stop the vehicle completely.
Set the parking brake. ( P. 3 4 6 )
Shift the shift position to P. ( P. 340)
Check that the shift position indicator shows P.
Press the power switch to stop the hybrid system.
Slowly release th e brake pedal.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the electronic key on your
person.
If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
Firmly set the parking brake with the brake pedal depressed, an d
then shift the shift position to D.
Release the brake pedal and gen tly depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.
When the following unusual operation is performed with the acce lera-
tor pedal depressed, the hybrid system output may be restrained .
● When the shift position is shifted to R
*.
● When the shift position is shifted from P or R to forward drive shift
position such as D
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When the system operates, a me ssage appears on the multi-inform a-
tion display. Read the message and follow the instruction.
*: Depending on the situation, the shift position may not be cha nged.
■When starting off on an uphill
The hill-start assist control will activate. ( P. 497)
■ For electricity-saving and fuel-efficient driving
Understand the system characteristics of the vehicle to use the functions of
the hybrid system. Also, keep in mind that hybrid vehicles are similar to con-
ventional vehicles, and it is necessary to refrain from activit ies such as sud-
den acceleration. Refer to “Plug-in hybrid vehicle driving tips ” (P. 106).
Parking the vehicle
Starting off on a steep uphill
Sudden start restraint control (Drive-Start Control [DSC])
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