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3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
Lower the back door using the
back door handle, and make sure
to push the back door down from
the outside to close it.
■ Luggage compartment light
The luggage compartment light turns on when the back door is opened.
When closing the back door
■ Caution while driving
● Keep the back door closed while driving.
If the back door is left open, it may hit near-by objects while driving or lug-
gage may be unexpectedly thrown out, causing an accident.
In addition, exhaust gases may enter the vehicle, causing death or a seri-
ous health hazard. Make sure to close the back door before driving.
● Before driving the vehicle, make sure that the back door is fully closed. If
the back door is not fully closed, it may open unexpectedly while driving,
causing an accident.
● Never let anyone sit in the luggage compartment. In the event of sudden
braking or a collision, they are susceptible to death or serious injury.
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