Toyota Prius Prime (2020 year). Owner's manual - part 40

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Wiper insert replacement

While  securely  supporting  the
wiper  blade  connection  by
hand,  press  the  lock  knob  to
release  the  lock,  and  then  pull
out the wiper blade.

Align  the  wiper  blade  with  the
connecting portion of the wiper
arm,  and  then  slide  it  in  the
direction it was removed from.

After  installing  the  wiper  blade,
check  that  the  connection  is
locked.

When  replacing  the  wiper  insert,  perform  the  following  proce-
dure.

Windshield wiper blade removal and installation

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Pull the wiper insert until it pro-
trudes from the slit on the back
of the wiper blade.

Pull  out  the  end  of  the  wiper
insert from the slit, and then pull
out the rest of the wiper insert.

When  installing  a  new  wiper
insert, perform the procedure in
reverse.

After  installation,  check  that  the
end  of  the  wiper  insert  is  installed
all the way to the end of the cap.

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Wiper blade and wiper insert handling
Improper handling may result in damage to the wiper blades or wiper insert. If
you have any concerns about replacing the wiper blades or wiper insert your-
self, contact your Toyota dealer.

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Wiper blade cap
The cap cannot be removed, as it is integrated with the front wiper blade.

NOTICE

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To prevent damage

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Be careful not to damage the claws when replacing the wipers.

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After the wiper blade is removed from the wiper arm, place a cloth, etc.,
between  the  windshield  and  wiper  arm  to  prevent  damage  to  the  wind-
shield.

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Be sure not to pull excessively on the wiper insert.

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Electronic key battery

● Flathead screwdriver
● Lithium battery CR2032

Release  the  lock  and  take  out
the mechanical key.

Remove the cover.

Use  a  screwdriver  of  an  appropri-
ate  size.  Forcedly  prying  may
cause the cover damaged.
To  prevent  damage  to  the  key,
cover the tip of the screwdriver with
a rag.

Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.

You will need the following items:

Replacing the battery

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Remove the depleted battery.

When  removing  the  cover,  if  the
battery cannot be seen due to the
electronic key module attaching to
the  upper  cover,  remove  the  elec-
tronic  key  module  from  the  cover
so  that  the  battery  is  visible  as
shown in the illustration.
When  removing  the  battery,  use  a
screwdriver of an appropriate size.
Insert a new battery with the “+” terminal facing up.

When installing, reverse the steps listed.

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Use a CR2032 lithium battery

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Batteries can be purchased at your Toyota dealer, local electrical appliance
shops or camera stores.

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Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manu-
facturer.

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Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.

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If the electronic key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:

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The smart key system and wireless remote control will not function properly.

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The operational range will be reduced.

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WARNING

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Removed battery and other parts
These parts are small and if swallowed by a child, they can cause choking.
Keep away from children. Failure to do so could result in death or serious
injury.

NOTICE

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For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents:

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Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.

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Do not touch or move any other component inside the remote control.

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Do not bend either of the battery terminals.

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Checking and replacing fuses

Turn the power switch off.

Confirm that the charging connector is not connected. Also, do not use the
Remote Air Conditioning System during the procedure.

Open the fuse box cover.

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Engine compartment type A fuse box

While  pushing  the  2  claws,  lift
up the cover.

When  closing  the  cover,  make
sure to attach the 2 claws.

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Engine compartment type B fuse box

While  pushing  the  3  claws,  lift
up the cover.

When  closing  the  cover,  make
sure to attach the 3 claws.

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Left side instrument panel

Remove the lid.

Make  sure  to  press  the  claw
during removal or installation.

If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may
have blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as nec-
essary.

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Remove the fuse.
Only  type  A  fuse  can  be
removed using the pullout tool.

Check if the fuse is blown.

Normal fuse
Blown fuse

Replace the blown fuse with a new fuse of an appropriate amperage rat-
ing. The amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid.

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Type A

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Type B

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Type C

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After a fuse is replaced

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If the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb may
need replacement. (

P. 643)

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If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.

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If there is an overload in a circuit
The fuses are designed to blow, protecting the wiring harness from damage.

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When replacing light bulbs
Toyota recommends that you use genuine Toyota products designed for this
vehicle. Because certain bulbs are connected to circuits designed to prevent
overload,  nongenuine  parts  or  parts  not  designed  for  this  vehicle  may  be
unusable.

WARNING

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To prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle, and possibly a fire or
injury.

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Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than that indicated, or use
any other object in place of a fuse.

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Always use a genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent.
Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix.

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Do not modify the fuses or fuse boxes.

NOTICE

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Before replacing fuses
Have  the  cause  of  electrical  overload  determined  and  repaired  by  your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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Headlight aim

Adjustment bolt A
Adjustment bolt B

Make  sure  the  vehicle  has  a  full  tank  of  gasoline  and  the  area
around the headlight is not deformed.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Sit in the driver’s seat.
Bounce the vehicle several times.

Vertical movement adjusting bolts

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Before checking the headlight aim

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Using  a  Phillips-head  screw-
driver, turn bolt A in either direc-
tion.

Remember  the  turning  direction
and the number of turns.

Turn bolt B the same number of
turns and in the same direction
as step 

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If the headlight cannot be adjusted
using this procedure, take the vehi-
cle to your Toyota dealer to adjust
the headlight aim.

Adjusting the headlight aim

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Light bulbs

Check the wattage of the light bulb to be replaced. (

P. 726)

Back-up light

You may replace the following bulbs by yourself. The difficulty
level of replacement varies depending on the bulb. If necessary
bulb  replacement  seems  difficult  to  perform,  contact  your
Toyota dealer.
For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact
your Toyota dealer.

Preparing for light bulb replacement

Bulb locations

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Back-up lights

Remove the 2 clips that secure the lower portion of the cover at
the back of the rear tire.
Pull out the center portion of
the clip to unlock using a flat-
head  screwdriver,  and  then
pull it to remove.

Remove the 3 clips that secure the upper portion of the cover.

Turn the clip counterclockwise to remove.
Pull out the center portion of the clip to unlock using a flathead
screwdriver, and then pull it to remove.
Pull out the center portion of the clip to unlock using a flathead
screwdriver, and then pull it to remove.

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Remove  the  cover  end  and
pull  the  cover  toward  the
front of the vehicle to make a
gap  between  the  cover  and
rear bumper.

Remove the clip inside of the cover, and remove the cover.
Pull out the center portion of
the clip to unlock using a flat-
head  screwdriver,  and  then
pull it to remove.

Turn  the  bulb  base  counter-
clockwise,  and  then  remove
the light bulb.

To remove the light bulb, insert a
hand from the gap between the
rear tire and rear bumper.

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Install  a  new  light  bulb  then
install  the  bulb  base  to  the
light  unit  by  inserting  it  and
turning  the  bulb  base  clock-
wise.

Reinstall the cover to the its original position, and attach the clip
inside of the cover.
Attach  the  clip  on  the  cover,
then press the center portion
of the clip to lock.

Reinsert the cover end to the
rear bumper.

Make sure to secure the 2 tabs
on the cover end.

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Reinsert the 3 clips to the upper portion of the cover.

Turn the clip clockwise to lock.
Attach the clip on the cover, and then press the center portion
of the clip to lock.
Attach the clip on the cover, and then press the center portion
of the clip to lock.

Reinsert the 2 clips to the lower portion of the cover.
Attach  the  clip  on  the  cover,
and  then  press  the  center
portion of the clip to lock.

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