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4-2. Driving procedures
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is in P.
If the shift lever is not set in P, the hybrid system may not be started.
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Firmly depress the brake pedal.
will be displayed on the multi-information display.
If it is not displayed, the hybrid system cannot be started.
Press the “POWER” switch.
If the “READY” indicator turns on,
the hybrid system will operate nor-
mally.
Continue depressing the brake
pedal until the “READY” indicator
is illuminated.
The hybrid system can be started
from any “POWER” switch mode.
Power (ignition) switch (vehicles with a
smart key system)
Performing the following operations when carrying the elec-
tronic key on your person starts the hybrid system or changes
“POWER” switch modes.
Starting the hybrid system
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