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Toyota Prius+ (2016 year). Instruction - part 13

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Cargo and luggage

Take notice of the following information about storage precau-

tions, cargo capacity and load.

WARNING

■ Things that must not be carried in the luggage compartment

The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the luggage compartment:

●Receptacles containing gasoline

●Aerosol cans

■ Storage precautions

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may prevent the pedals from being depressed properly,

may block the driver’s vision, or may result in items hitting the driver or pas-

sengers, possibly causing an accident.

● Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever possible.

●Do not stack cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment higher than

the seatbacks.

●When you fold down the rear seats, long items should not be placed

directly behind the front seats.

●Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage compartment. It is not designed

for passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat belts prop-

erly fastened.

●Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations.

• At the feet of the driver

• On the front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)

• On the luggage cover (if equipped)

• On the instrument panel

• On the dashboard

●Secure all items in the occupant compartment.

■ Load and distribution

●Do not overload your vehicle.

●Do not apply loads unevenly.

Improper loading may cause deterioration of steering or braking control

which may cause death or serious injury.

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NOTICE

■ If luggage is loaded on the roof (vehicles with panoramic roof)

Observe the following precautions. Failure to observe them could lead to

the roof rack being damaged or deformed, or the roof rack falling off.

●Do not install a roof rack which inter-

feres with the panoramic roof.

●Do not load luggage directly onto the

panoramic roof.

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Trailer towing

Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle.

Toyota also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch

or the use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicy-

cle, etc. Your vehicle is not designed for trailer towing or for the

use of tow hitch mounted carriers.

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Power (ignition) switch

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

1

Check that the parking brake is set.

2

Firmly depress the brake pedal.

X Vehicles without multi-information display

The smart entry & start system

indicator light (green) will turn on. If

the indicator light does not turn on,

the hybrid system cannot be

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started.

X Vehicles with multi-information display

will be displayed on the

multi-information display.

If it is not displayed, the hybrid sys-

tem cannot be started.

When the shift position is N, the

hybrid system cannot start. Shift

the shift position to P when starting

the hybrid system. (→P. 217)

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Press the power switch shortly

and firmly.

When operating the power switch,

one short, firm press is enough.

It is not necessary to press and

hold the 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.

Check that the “READY” indicator is illuminated.

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If the “READY” indicator changes from a flashing light to a solid light and

the buzzer sounds, the hybrid system is starting normally.

The vehicle will not move when the “READY” indicator is off.

The vehicle can move when the “READY” indicator is on even if the engine

is stopped. (The gasoline engine starts or stops automatically in accor-

dance with the state of the vehicle.)

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Stopping the hybrid system

1

Stop the vehicle completely.

2

Set the parking brake. (→P. 222)

3

Shift the shift position to P.

(→P. 217)

Check that the shift position indica-

tor shows P. (→P. 216)

Press the power switch.

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The hybrid system will stop, and the meter display will be extinguished.

5

Release the brake pedal.

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X Vehicles without multi-information display

Check that the smart entry & start system indicator light (green) is off.

X Vehicles with multi-information display

Check that “POWER ON” on the multi-information display is off.

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4-2. Driving procedures

Changing power switch modes

Modes can be changed by pressing the power switch with the brake

pedal released. (The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.)

X Vehicles without multi-information display

1

Off

The emergency flashers can be

used.

The smart entry & start system

indicator light (green) is off.

2

ACCESSORY mode

light off

Some electrical components such

as the audio system can be used.

light (green)

flashes

The smart entry & start system

slowly

indicator light

(green) flashes

light (green)

slowly.

flashes

3

ON mode

slowly

All electrical components can be

used.

The smart entry & start system indicator light (green) flashes slowly.

X Vehicles with multi-information display

1

Off

The emergency flashers can be

used.

The multi-information display will

not be displayed.

2

ACCESSORY mode

Some electrical components such

as the audio system can be used.

“POWER ON” will be displayed on

the multi-information display.

3

ON mode

All electrical components can be

used.

“POWER ON” will be displayed on the multi-information display.

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WARNING

■ When starting the hybrid system

Always start the hybrid system while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not

depress the accelerator pedal while starting the hybrid system under any

circumstances.

Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

■ Stopping the hybrid system in an emergency

If you want to stop the hybrid system in an emergency while driving the

vehicle, press and hold the power switch for more than 2 seconds, or press

it briefly 3 times or more in succession. (→P. 379)

However, do not touch the power switch while driving except in an emer-

gency. Turning the hybrid system off while driving will not cause loss of

steering or braking control, however, power assist to the steering will be

lost. This will make it more difficult to steer smoothly, so you should pull over

and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.

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NOTICE

■ To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

●Do not leave the power switch in ACCESSORY or ON mode for long peri-

ods of time without the hybrid system on.

● If the smart entry & start system indicator light (green) is illuminated (vehi-

cles without multi-information display), or “POWER ON” is displayed on

the multi-information display (vehicles with multi-information display) the

hybrid system is not off. When exiting the vehicle, always check that the

power switch is off.

■ When starting the hybrid system

If the hybrid system becomes difficult to start, have your vehicle checked by

any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and

equipped professional immediately.

■ Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the power switch

If the power switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual,

such as the switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact any

authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped

professional immediately.

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4-2. Driving procedures

EV drive mode

In EV drive mode, electric power is supplied by the hybrid bat-

tery

(traction battery), and only the electric motor

(traction

motor) is used to drive the vehicle.

This mode allows you to drive in residential areas late at night,

or in indoor parking lots etc. without concern for noises and

exhaust gas emissions.

Turns EV drive mode on/off

When EV drive mode is turned on,

the EV drive mode indicator will

come on. Pressing the switch

when in EV drive mode will return

the vehicle to normal driving (using

the gasoline engine and electric

motor [traction motor]).

■ Situations in which EV drive mode cannot be turned on

It may not be possible to turn EV drive mode on in the following situations. If it

cannot be turned on, a buzzer will sound and a message will be shown on the

multi-information display.

● The temperature of the hybrid system is high.

The vehicle has been left in the sun, driven on a hill, driven at high speeds,

etc.

● The temperature of the hybrid system is low.

The vehicle has been left in temperatures lower than about 0°C (32°F) for a

long period of time etc.

●The gasoline engine is warming up.

● The hybrid battery (traction battery) is low.

The remaining battery level indicated in the energy monitor display is low.

(→P. 112, 133)

● Vehicle speed is high.

● The accelerator pedal is depressed firmly or the vehicle is on a hill etc.

●The windshield defogger is in use.

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■ Switching to EV drive mode when the gasoline engine is cold

If the hybrid system is started while the gasoline engine is cold, the gasoline

engine will start automatically after a short period of time in order to warm up.

In this case, you will become unable to switch to EV drive mode.

After the hybrid system has started and the “READY” indicator has illumi-

nated, press the EV drive mode switch before the gasoline engine starts to

switch to EV drive mode.

■ Automatic cancelation of EV drive mode

When driving in EV drive mode, the gasoline engine may automatically restart

in the following situations. When EV drive mode is canceled, a buzzer will

sound and the EV drive mode indicator will flash and go off.

● The hybrid battery (traction battery) becomes low.

The remaining battery level indicated in the energy monitor display is low.

(→P. 112, 133)

● Vehicle speed is high.

● The accelerator pedal is depressed firmly or the vehicle is on a hill etc.

When it is possible to inform the driver of automatic cancelation in advance, a

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prior notice screen will appear on the multi-information display.

■ Possible driving distance when driving in EV drive mode

EV drive mode’s possible driving distance ranges from a few hundred meters

to approximately 1 km (0.6 mile). However, depending on vehicle conditions,

there are situations when EV drive mode cannot be used. (The distance that

is possible depends on the hybrid battery [traction battery] level and driving

conditions.)

■ Changing a driving mode when in EV drive mode

EV drive mode can be used in conjunction with Eco drive mode and power

mode.

However, EV drive mode may be automatically canceled when used in con-

junction with power mode.

■ Fuel economy

The hybrid system is designed to achieve the best possible fuel economy

during normal driving (using the gasoline engine and electric motor [traction

motor]). Driving in EV drive mode more than necessary may lower fuel econ-

omy.

WARNING

■ Caution while driving

When driving in EV drive mode, pay special attention to the area around the

vehicle. Because there is no engine noise, pedestrians, people riding bicy-

cles or other people and vehicles in the area may not be aware of the vehi-

cle starting off or approaching them, so take extra care while driving.

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4-2. Driving procedures

Hybrid transmission

Shifting the shift lever

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Shift lever

Operate the shift lever gently and ensure correct shifting operation.

Release the shift lever after each shifting operation to allow it to return to

the

position.

When shifting to the D or R, move the shift lever along the shift

gate.

To shift to the N, slide the shift lever to the left (left-hand drive

vehicle) or right (right-hand drive vehicle) and hold it. The shift

position will change to N.

To shift to the B, pull the shift lever down. Shifting to B is only pos-

sible when shift position D is selected.

When shifting from P to N, D or R, from D to R, or from R to D, ensure that

the brake pedal is being depressed and the vehicle is stationary.

Shift position indicator

2

The position of the frame on the shift position indicator changes in accor-

dance with the current shift position.

When any shift position other than D or B is selected, the arrow toward B

and B position indicator disappear from the shift position indicator.

When selecting the shift position, make sure that the shift position has

been changed to the desired position by checking the shift position

indicator provided on the instrument cluster.

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Shift position purpose

Shift position

Objective or function

P

Parking the vehicle/starting the hybrid system

R

Reversing

Neutral

N

(Condition in which the power is not transmitted)

D

Normal driving*

Applying engine braking or strong braking when

B

the accelerator pedal has been released on steep

downward slopes etc.

*: For good fuel economy and noise reduction, the D position should usually

be used.

Selecting a driving mode

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→P. 255

P position switch

■ When shifting the shift position to P

Fully stop the vehicle and set

the parking brake, and then

press the P position switch.

When the shift position is

changed to P, the switch indica-

tor comes on.

Check that the P position is illu-

minated on the shift position

indicator.

■ Shifting the shift position from P to other positions

● While depressing the brake pedal firmly, operate the shift lever. If

the shift lever is operated without depressing the brake pedal, the

buzzer will sound and the shifting operation will be disabled.

● When selecting the shift position, make sure that the shift posi-

tion has been changed to the desired position by checking the

shift position indicator provided on the instrument cluster.

● The shift position cannot be changed from P to B directly.

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■ About engine braking

When shift position B is selected, releasing the accelerator pedal will apply

engine braking.

• When the vehicle is driven at high speeds, compared to ordinary gasoline-

fueled vehicles, the engine braking deceleration is felt less than that of

other vehicles.

• The vehicle can be accelerated even when shift position B is selected.

If the vehicle is driven continuously in the B position, fuel efficiency will

become low. Usually, select the D position.

■ Automatically P position selection function

When the shift position is in a position other than P, pressing the power switch

with the vehicle stopped completely will cause the shift position to change to

P automatically, and then the power switch will turn off.

■ If the shift position cannot be shifted from P

There is a possibility that the 12-volt battery is discharged. Check the 12-volt

battery in this situation. (→P. 452)

■ After recharging/reconnecting the 12-volt battery

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→P. 338

■ Customization

Settings (e.g. Reverse warning buzzer) can be changed.

(Customizable features: →P. 477)

WARNING

■ When driving on slippery road surfaces

Do not accelerate or shift the shift position suddenly.

Sudden changes in engine braking may cause the vehicle to spin or skid,

resulting in an accident.

■ For the shift lever

Do not remove the shift lever knob or use anything but a genuine Toyota

shift lever knob. Also, do not hang anything on the shift lever.

Doing so could prevent the shift lever from returning to position, causing

unexpected accidents to occur when the vehicle is in motion.

■ P position switch

Do not press the P position switch while the vehicle is moving.

If the P position switch is pressed when driving at very low speeds (for

example, directly before stopping the vehicle), the vehicle may stop sud-

denly when the shift position switches to P, which could lead to an accident.

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