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Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid (2014) manual

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    2014 Prius Plug-in Hybrid Quick Reference Guide[...]

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    This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main equipment quickly and easily. The Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual located in your vehicle’s glove box. We strongly encourage you[...]

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    1 OVERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES INDEX 1 Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature. 2 Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and more information. 3 HomeLink ® is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc. OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERAT[...]

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    2 OVERVIEW Instrument panel Steering wheel controls Steering wheel audio controls 2,3 Voice command button 2,3 Steering wheel climate controls Multi-Information Display button “TRIP” button Cruise control 1 /Dynamic Radar Cruise Control switch 1 Dynamic Radar Cruise Control distance selection switch 1 Telephone controls 2 Headlight and turn sig[...]

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    3 OVERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES “PWR MODE” switch Emergency asher button “ECO MODE” switch “EV/HV” mode selection switch Shift lever “P” position switch Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever Power rearview mirror controls Headlight cleaner switch 1 Fuel ller door o[...]

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    4 OVERVIEW Indicator symbols Instrument cluster Service indicators and reminders Transmission shift position indicator Multi-Information Display Instantaneous fuel consumption Speedometer Fuel gauge Charging system warning 1 Brake system warning 1 Front passenger occupant classication indicator Low tire pressure warning 1 Open door warning Airba[...]

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    5 OVERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 2 If this light ashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 2-4, 2014 Owner’s Manual. 3 If this light ashes, refer to “Dynamic radar cruise control,” Section 2-4, 2014 Owner’s Manual. Anti-lock Brake System warning 1 Headlight low/high beam indicato[...]

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    6 OVERVIEW Keyless entry Push Push ONCE: Driver door TWICE: All doors Locking operation Unlocking operation Remote Climate system operation Panic button Push and hold Push and hold NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for safety. Will automatically shut off after 10 minutes, or if a door is opened. NOT[...]

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    7 OVERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Smart Key System Start function Accessories such as the radio will operate. Power ON; Hybrid System is not engaged. All systems OFF. ACCESSORY ON OFF Push Depress brake pedal Carrying Green indicator ON Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “POWER” s[...]

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    8 OVERVIEW Fuel tank door release and cap NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened enough, Check Engine “ ” indicator may illuminate. Push Turn to open Store Charge port Push Open Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.[...]

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    9 OVERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Hood release Pull up latch and raise hood Light control-Instrument panel Brightness control - + Engage support rod Pull[...]

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    10 Engine coolant reservoir Engine oil level dipstick Engine oil ller cap Windshield washer uid 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.” Engine maintenance OVERVIEW[...]

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    11 OVERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM The Prius Plug-in Hybrid system has features of both electric and hybrid vehicles. Electricity received by charging from an external power source can be used to supplement hybrid energy, and the vehicle can also be driven as an electric veh[...]

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    12 ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM Charging 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. - Make sure to hold the body of the plug and insert it rmly into the outlet. - Check that the power indicator of the CCID (Chargin[...]

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    13 OVERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Step 3 Press the charge port lid to open. Step 4 Remove the charge connector cap. Afx the cap to the cable. The charge inlet light will illuminate. Step 5 Insert the charge cable connector into the charge inlet. - Do not press the latch release button when inse[...]

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    14 ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM Use of the charging timer can help reduce electricity costs by making it easy to charge during off-peak hours. Set the charging timer Step 1 Stop the vehicle and press the charging timer switch. The timing display will change from solid to ashing. Charging timer The Multi-Information Display will switch to the charging[...]

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    15 OVERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Cancelling charging timer If the charging timer switch is pressed while the charging timer indicator is illuminated or ashing, the charging timer function will be canceled. Charging will commence immediately if the charging cable is connected to the vehicle. St[...]

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    16 ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM Step 1 Pull the charge connector toward you while pressing the latch release button. Step 2 Attach the charge connector cap. Step 3 Close the charge port lid. Step 4 Remove the plug from the outlet when the charging equipment will not be used for a long period of time. Hold the body of the plug when removing. Make sure to[...]

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    17 OVERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Charging information and warning messages The rst time the POWER switch is turned to ON mode after charging is completed, a message detailing the results of the charge is shown. Also, if an operation that cannot be carried out during charging was attempted, a w[...]

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    18 As a precaution, inspect the charge cable on a routine basis (at least once a month). Check that the electrical leakage detection function is operating properly by following the procedure below. In the unlikely event that the electrical leakage detection function is not operating properly, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Step 1 I[...]

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    19 OVERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Charging system safety functions - 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 [...]

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    20 FEATURES/OPERATIONS Starting your vehicle The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-controlled gasoline engine and electric motor to provide the most efcient combination of power for the vehicle. To conserve energy, when the brakes are applied the braking force generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery. In add[...]

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    21 OVERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Transmission * The engine brake is the equivalent of downshifting. Shift to “B” when engine braking is desired (i.e. downhill driving, coasting to a stop, etc.). ECO Mode Push ECO Mode helps achieve low fuel consumption during trips that involve frequent accel[...]

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    22 FEATURES/OPERATIONS Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever. NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion. Tilt and telescopic steering wheel EV/HV Mode EV Mode allows the electric motor (traction motor), powered by the hybrid battery (traction battery), to be used to drive the vehicle under certain d[...]

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    23 OVERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Seat adjustments-Front Seats-Head restraints Front Rear center Lock release button Lock release button Rear outboard Lock release button (2) Fold down (1) Press down Seats-Folding down rear seats Seat position (forward/backward) Height crank (driver side only) Sea[...]

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    24 FEATURES/OPERATIONS Wipers & washers Interval wipe Single wipe Slow Fast Pull to wash and wipe Front Rear Windows-Power Up Down Window lock switch Automatic operation Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop the window partway, operate the switch in the opposite direction. Window lo[...]

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    25 OVERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Lights & turn signals Turn signals Headlights High beam asher Low beam Front fog lights (if equipped) Automatic light cutoff system Automatically turns lights off after a delay of 30 seconds, or when lock switch on remote is pushed after all doors are locke[...]

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    26 FEATURES/OPERATIONS Air Conditioning/Heating Temperature selector Temperature setting display Air outlet display Fan speed display Fan speed control Windshield defogger Rear defogger Micro dust and pollen lter mode (turns off automatically after 3 minutes) Air Conditioning ON/OFF Airow vent Use “ ” or “ ” mode to reduce window fogg[...]

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    27 OVERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Type 2 (additional functions) 3 Audio By inserting a USB or an auxiliary cable plug into the USB/AUX port, you can listen to music from a portable audio device through the vehicle’s speaker system while in USB/AUX mode. USB/AUX port 1 Refer to the “Display Aud[...]

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    28 FEATURES/OPERATIONS Power outlets Lower center console Center console box Power switch must be set at “ACCESSORY” or “ON” in order to use power outlets. Steering wheel switches Audio control Climate control “MODE” Push to turn audio ON and select an audio mode. Push and hold to mute/ unmute or pause/resume the current operation. “ [...]

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    29 OVERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Cruise control 1 The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal. 2 The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph. Turning system ON/OFF Functions System ON/OFF Increase speed Decrease speed Cancel 1 Resume 2 Set Multi-Informatio[...]

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    30 FEATURES/OPERATIONS (1) To select conventional/xed speed control Push the ON-OFF button. Push the lever forward and hold until the “ ” indicator appears. (2) To set, cancel and resume a speed Refer to instructions in the Cruise control section. Fixed speed mode Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details and complete safety precautions[...]

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    31 OVERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Clock Refer to the Owner’s Manual for details on adjusting time. H- Hour set M- Minute set :00- Round off minutes HAC helps prevent rolling backwards on an incline. To engage, push further down on brake pedal while at a complete stop until a beep sounds and slip[...]

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    32 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be re-extended beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is used to help hold child restraint systems securely. To nd more information about seat belts, and how to install a child restraint system, refer to the Owner’s Manual[...]

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    33 OVERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Door locks Tire Repair System Tool location NOTE: Please call your roadside assistance provider as your rst course of action for tire concerns. Use of the Tire Repair System may lead to additional maintenance requirements at your expense, including but not limi[...]

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    34 Star Safety System TM Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control provides cooperative control of the ABS, TRAC, VSC and EPS. Enhanced VSC helps to maintain directional stability when loss of traction occurs during a turn. Enhanced Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ABS helps prevent brakes from locking up by “pulsing” brake[...]

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    35 OVERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES There are two types of Toyota oor mats: carpeted and all-weather. Each vehicle has model-specic oor mats. Installation is easy. To keep your oor mat properly positioned, follow these steps: • Only use oor mats designed for your specic model. ?[...]

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    36 NOTES[...]

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    37 OVERVIEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES[...]

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    38 MN 00505-QRG14-PRIPL Printed in the USA 10/13[...]