Toyota Prius 2010 - User Manual

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CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE CENTER

1-80 0 -331- 4 331

00505-QRG10-PRI

Printed in U.S.A. 6/10

08-TCS-04342

PRIUS

2010

Main Page

Before Driving2
- Table of Contents2
- Table of Contents3
- Exterior9
- Pictorial Index9
- Interior11
- Instrument Panel15
- Luggage Compartment21
- Accessories, Spare Parts and Modification of Your Toyota23
- Noise from under Vehicle after Turning off the Hybrid System23
- Installation of a Mobile Two-Way Radio System24
- Scrapping of Your Toyota24
- Arrows Indicating Operations26
- Safety Symbol26
- Symbols Used in Illustrations26
- Symbols Used Throughout this Manual26
Hybrid System28
- During Normal Driving29
- When Accelerating Sharply29
- When Braking (Regenerative Brake)29
- When Stopped/During Take-Off29
- Charging the Battery30
- Conditions in Which the Gasoline Engine May Not Stop30
- Maintenance, Repair, Recycling, and Disposal31
- Sounds and Vibrations Specific to a Hybrid Vehicle31
- High Voltage Components32
- Emergency Shut off System33
- Hybrid Battery Air Vent33
- Driving Efficiently34
- Eco Drive Monitor34
- Hybrid System Operating Condition34
- When Accelerating34
- Checking Fuel Consumption35
- When the Desired Speed Is Reached35
- Hybrid Warning Message37
- High Voltage Precautions38
- Hybrid Battery (Traction Battery)38
Key Information41
- Keys41
  - Using the Mechanical Key41
  - Key Number Plate42
- Smart Key System (with Entry Function)43
- Smart Key System (Without Entry Function)57
Opening, Closing and Locking the Doors and Back Door63
- Wireless Remote Control63
- Side Doors67
- Back Door72
Adjustable Components (Seats, Mirrors, Steering Wheel)78
- Front Seats78
- Active Head Restraints78
- Rear Seats80
  - Remove the Seat Belt from the Guide80
  - Returning Rear Seatbacks80
- Head Restraints82
- Seat Belts85
- Steering Wheel92
- Inside Rear View Mirror93
- Outside Rear View Mirrors96
- Folding the Mirrors96
Opening and Closing the Windows and Moon Roof98
- Power Windows98
  - Lock Switch98
  - Jam Protection Function99
- Moonroof with Solar Panel100
Theft Deterrent System108
- Immobilizer System108
- Conditions that May Cause the System to Malfunction108
- Theft Prevention Labels (U.S.A.)110
Safety Information111
- Correct Driving Posture111
- SRS Airbags113
- Front Passenger Occupant Classification System126
- There Is a Malfunction in the System129
- Child Restraint Systems132
- Installing Child Restraints137
Driving Procedures149
- Driving the Vehicle149
- Power (Ignition) Switch161
- EV-Drive Mode167
- Transmission170
- Turn Signal Lever177
  - Turn Signals Can be Operated When177
  - If the Indicators Flash Faster than Usual177
- Parking Brake178
- Usage in Winter Time178
- Horn179
Instrument Cluster Gauges and Meters180
- Touch Tracer Display181
- MPH or Km/H Button182
- Instrument Panel Light Control183
- Indicators and Warning Lights184
  - Indicators185
  - Warning Lights186
- Multi-Information Display187
Operating the Lights and Windshield Wipers205
- Headlight Switch205
- Fog Light Switch208
- Windshield Wipers and Washer209
  - The Windshield Wipers and Washer Can be Operated When210
  - If no Windshield Washer Fluid Sprays210
- Rear Window Wiper and Washer211
- The Rear Window Wiper and Washer Can be Operated When211
- Headlight Cleaner Switch212
  - The Headlight Cleaner Can be Operated When212
  - Windshield Washer Linked Operation212
- Cruise Control213
- Set the Vehicle Speed213
Using Other Driving Systems213
- Adjusting the Speed Setting214
- Canceling and Resuming Regular Acceleration214
- Accelerating215
- Automatic Cruise Control Cancelation215
- If the Cruise Main Indicator Light Flashes215
- Dynamic Radar Cruise Control217
- Rear View Monitor System230
- LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist)234
- Hill-Start Assist Control242
- Driving Assist Systems244
- Pre-Collision System248
Driving Information Cargo and Luggage254
- Capacity and Distribution255
- Example on Your Vehicle256
- Seating Capacity259
- Total Load Capacity259
- Towing Capacity259
- Vehicle Load Limits259
- Pre-Winter Preparations260
- Winter Driving Tips260
- Trailer Towing265
- Dinghy Towing266
Using the Air Conditioning System and Defogger267
- Air Conditioning System267
- Using the Steering Wheel Climate Remote Control Switches277
  - Changing the Recirculated Air Mode278
  - When Operating the Steering Switches278
- Solar Ventilation System279
- Remote Air Conditioning System282
  - Activating the Remote Air Conditioning System282
  - Using the Remote Air Conditioning System Effectively282
- Rear Window and Outside Rear View Mirror Defoggers286
Using the Audio System288
- Audio System Type288
- Using Cellular Phones289
- Using the Radio291
- Using the CD Player300
- Playing Back MP3 and WMA Discs308
- Optimal Use of the Audio System316
- Using the AUX Adapter319
- Using the Steering Switches320
Using the Hands-Free System (for Cellular Phone)323
- About Bluetooth324
- Compatible Models324
- When Transferring Ownership of the Vehicle324
- Using the Hands-Free System326
- Making a Phone Call335
- Setting a Cellular Phone341
- Security and System Setup347
- Using the Phone Book351
Using the Interior Lights360
- Interior Lights List360
Using the Storage Features364
- List of Storage Features364
Other Interior Features373
- Sun Visors373
- Vanity Mirror374
- Outside Temperature Display375
- Power Outlets376
- Seat Heaters378
- Armrest380
- Floor Mats381
- Luggage Compartment Features382
- Garage Door Opener386
- Safety Connect392
Maintenance and Care Cleaning and Protecting the Vehicle's Exterior400
- Aluminum Wheels401
- Automatic Car Washes401
- High Pressure Automatic Car Washes401
- To Prevent Paint Deterioration and Corrosion on the Body401
- Cleaning and Protecting the Vehicle’s Interior403
- Cleaning the Leather Areas403
- Synthetic Leather Areas403
- Caring for Leather Areas404
- Shampooing the Carpets404
- General Maintenance406
- Maintenance Requirements406
  - Scheduled Maintenance406
  - Engine Compartment408
- General Maintenance408
  - Vehicle Interior409
  - Vehicle Exterior410
- Emission Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Programs411
  - If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes on411
  - If Your Vehicle Does Not Pass the I/M Test411
- Do-It-Yourself Service Precautions412
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance412
- Hood416
- Positioning a Floor Jack419
- Engine Compartment421
- Tires437
- Tire Inflation Pressure447
- Wheels451
- Air Conditioning Filter453
- Electronic Key Battery456
- Checking and Replacing Fuses458
- Light Bulbs468
Essential Information481
- Emergency Flashers481
- If Your Vehicle Needs to be Towed482
- If You Think Something Is Wrong488
- Event Data Recorder489
  - In a Crash or a Near Car Crash Event489
  - Disclosure of the Data490
Steps to Take in an Emergency if a Warning Light Turns on or a Warning Buzzer Sounds491
- Front Passenger Detection Sensor and Passenger Seat Belt Reminder498
- The Tire Pressure Warning Light May Turn on Due to Natural Causes498
- When a Tire Is Replaced with a Spare Tire498
- When the Tire Pressure Warning Light Comes on498
- If the Tire Pressure Warning System Is Inoperative499
- Maintenance of the Tires501
- If a Warning Message Is Displayed503
- Before Jacking up the Vehicle519
- If You Have a Flat Tire519
- If the Hybrid System will Not Start533
- Emergency Start Function534
- If You Lose Your Keys535
- If the Electronic Key Does Not Operate Properly536
- Locking and Unlocking the Doors536
- If the 12 Volt Battery Is Discharged538
  - Connecting the Jumper Cables539
  - Correction Procedures543
- If Your Vehicle Overheats543
- Overheating546
- If the Vehicle Becomes Stuck548
- Dimensions and Weight550
Specifications Maintenance Data (Fuel, Oil Level, Etc.)550
- Vehicle Identification Number551
- Engine Number and Electric Motor (Traction Motor) Number552
- Engine Oil Selection554
- How to Read Oil Container Labels555
- Fuel Information562
- Tire Information566
Customization581
- Customizable Features581
- Customization Customizable Features581
Initialization Items to Initialize587
- Reporting Safety Defects for U.S. Owners589
- Seat Belt Instructions for Canadian Owners (in French)590
Abbreviation List592
Alphabetical Index593
What to Do if603
- Gas Station Information608

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Brand	Toyota
Model	Prius 2010
Category	Automobile
Language	English

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