Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid (2017 year). Instruction

1-2. Child safety

Child restraint system fixed with an ISOFIX rigid anchor

■ ISOFIX rigid anchors (ISOFIX child restraint system)

Lower anchors are provided for

each rear seat. (Marks display-

ing the location of the anchors

are attached to the seats.)

■ Confirming the Mass group and Size class for ECE R44 ISOFIX

corresponding child restraint systems

Confirm the corresponding [Mass group] from the weight of the

child (P. 57)

(Ex. 1) When the weight is 12 kg, [Mass group 0+]

(Ex. 2) When the weight is 15 kg, [Mass group I]

Confirming Size class

Select the Size class corresponding to [Mass group] confirmed in

step

from the [Child restraint systems fastened with ISOFIX

(ECE R44) - Compatibility and Recommended child restraint sys-

tems table] (P. 69)*.

(Ex. 1) When [Mass group 0+], the corresponding size class is

[C], [D], [E].

(Ex. 2) When [Mass group I], the corresponding size class is [A],

[B], [B1], [C], [D].

*: However, listings that are marked with [X] can not be selected, despite

having the corresponding size class in the suitability table of the [Seat-

ing position]. Also, select the product designated by [Recommended

Child Restraint Systems] (P. 70), if the listing is marked with [IL].

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■ Child restraint systems fastened with ISOFIX (ECE R44) - Com-

patibility and Recommended child restraint systems table

ISOFIX child restraint systems are divided in different “size class”.

According to this “size class”, you will be allowed to use it in the

vehicle seating position mentioned in the table below. To know your

child restraint system “size class” and “mass group”, please refer to

the child restraint system manual.

If your child restraint system has no “size class” (or if you cannot

find information in the table below), please refer to the child

restraint system “vehicle list” for compatibility information or ask the

retailer of your child seat.

Size class

Description

Full-height, forward-facing child restraint systems

Reduced-height forward-facing child restraint systems

Full-size rearward-facing child restraint systems

Reduced-size rearward-facing child restraint systems

Rearward-facing infant seat

Left lateral-facing (carrycot) infant seat

Right lateral-facing (carrycot) infant seat

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Seating position

Recommended

Front seat

Mass groups

Size class

Child Restraint

Rear seat

Passenger

Systems

seat

Carrycot

—

Up to 10 kg

(22 lb.)

“TOYOTA MINI”

“TOYOTA MIDI”

Up to 13 kg

(28 lb.)

—

IUF*

“TOYOTA MIDI”

IL*

9 to 18 kg

(20 to 39 lb.)

IUF*

“TOYOTA DUO+”

IL*

“TOYOTA MIDI”

IUF*

“TOYOTA MIDI”

IL*

Key of letters inserted in the above table:

X: Not suitable seat position for ISOFIX child restraint systems in

this mass group and/or size class.

IUF: Suitable for ISOFIX forward-facing child restraint systems of “uni-

versal” category approved for use in this mass group.

IL: Suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems of the categories for

“specific vehicles”, “restricted”, or “semi-universal” approved for

use in this mass group.

*: If the head restraint interferes with your child restraint system, and the

head restraint can be removed, remove the head restraint. Otherwise, put

the head restraint in the upper most position.

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The child restraint systems mentioned in the table may not be avail-

able outside the EU area.

● When installing a child restraint in the rear seats, adjust the front

seat so that it does not interfere with the child or child restraint

system.

■ i-Size child restraint systems fastened with ISOFIX

(ECE

R129) - Compatibility table

If your child restraint system is of “i-Size” category, you can install it

on the positions mentioned by i-U in the table below.

Child restraint system category can be found in the child restraint

system manual.

Seating position

Front passenger seat

Rear seat

i-Size child

i-U*

restraint systems

Key of letters inserted in the above table:

X: Not suitable for use with i-Size child restraint systems.

i-U: Suitable for i-Size “universal” child restraint systems forward and

rearward facing.

*: If the head restraint interferes with your child restraint system, and the

head restraint can be removed, remove the head restraint. Otherwise, put

the head restraint in the upper most position.

● When installing a child restraint in the rear seats, adjust the front

seat so that it does not interfere with the child or child restraint

system.

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■ Installation with ISOFIX rigid anchor (ISOFIX child restraint

system)

Install the child restraint system in accordance to the operation

manual enclosed with the child restraint system.

If the head restraint interferes with the child restraint system

installation and the head restraint can be removed, remove the

head restraint. Otherwise, put the head restraint in the upper

most position. (P. 299)

Remove the anchor covers,

and install the child restraint

system to the seat.

The bars are installed behind

the anchor covers.

After installing the child restraint system, rock it back and forth to

ensure that it is installed securely. (P. 67)

WARNING

■ When installing a child restraint system

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

● After securing a child restraint system, never adjust the seat.

● When using the lower anchors, be sure that there are no foreign objects

around the anchors and that the seat belt is not caught behind the child

restraint system.

●Follow all installation instructions provided by the child restraint system

manufacturer.

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Using an anchor bracket (for top strap)

■ Anchor brackets (for top strap)

Anchor brackets are provided

Top strap

for each rear seat.

Use anchor brackets when fix-

ing the top strap.

Anchor brackets

■ Fixing the top strap to the anchor bracket

Install the child restraint system in accordance to the operation

manual enclosed with the child restraint system.

Adjust the head restraint to

the upmost position.

If the head restraint interferes

with the child restraint system or

top strap installation and the

head restraint can be removed,

remove the head restraint.

(P. 299)

Flip down the board, and

Top strap

latch the hook onto the

anchor bracket and tighten

the top strap.

Hook

Make sure the top strap is

securely latched. (P. 67)

When installing the child

restraint system with the head

restraint being raised, be sure to

have the top strap pass under-

neath the head restraint.

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WARNING

■ When installing a child restraint system

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

●Firmly attach the top strap and make sure that the belt is not twisted.

●Do not attach the top strap to anything other than the anchor bracket.

● After securing a child restraint system, never adjust the seat.

●Follow all installation instructions provided by the child restraint system

manufacturer.

●When installing the child restraint system with the head restraint being

raised, after the head restraint has been raised and then the anchor

bracket has been fixed, do not lower the head restraint.

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1-3. Theft deterrent system

Immobilizer system

The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent

the hybrid system from starting if a key has not been previously

registered in the vehicle’s on-board computer.

Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehi-

cle.

This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does not

guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.

The indicator light flashes after

the power switch has been turned

off to indicate that the system is

operating.

The indicator light stops flashing

after the power switch has been

turned to ACCESSORY or ON

mode to indicate that the system

has been canceled.

■ System maintenance

The vehicle has a maintenance-free type immobilizer system.

■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction

●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object

●If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key registered to the security

system (key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle

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Double locking system

Unauthorized access to the vehicle is prevented by disabling the

door unlocking function from both the interior and exterior of

the vehicle.

Vehicles employing this system

have labels on the window glass

of both front doors.

IO13PH004

Setting the double locking system

Turn the power switch off, have all the passengers exit the vehicle and

ensure that all the doors are closed.

Using the entry function:

Touch the sensor area on the outside door handle twice within 5 sec-

onds.

Using the wireless remote control:

Press

twice within 5 seconds.

Canceling the double locking system

Using the entry function: Hold the outside door handle.

Using the wireless remote control: Press

WARNING

■ Double locking system precaution

Never activate the double locking system when there are people in the vehi-

cle, because all the doors cannot be opened from inside the vehicle.

: If equipped

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Alarm

The alarm

The alarm uses light and sound to give an alert when an intrusion is

detected.

The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the alarm is

set:

● A locked door or back door is unlocked or opened in any way other

than using the entry function or wireless remote control. (The doors

will lock again automatically.)

● The hood is opened.

● If equipped, the intrusion sensor detects something moving inside

the vehicle. (An intruder gets in the vehicle.)

Setting the alarm system

Close the doors and hood, and

lock all the doors using the entry

function or wireless remote con-

trol. The system will be set auto-

matically after 30 seconds.

The indicator light changes from

being on to flashing when the sys-

tem is set.

Deactivating or stopping the alarm

Do one of the following to deactivate or stop

the alarm.

● Unlock the doors using the entry function or wireless remote con-

trol.

● Start the hybrid system. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped

after a few seconds.)

: If equipped

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■ System maintenance

The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.

■ Items to check before locking the vehicle

To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of

the following.

●Nobody is in the vehicle.

● The side windows are closed before the alarm is set.

● No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.

■ Triggering of the alarm

The alarm may be triggered in the following situations:

(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)

● The doors are unlocked using the

mechanical key.

● A person inside the vehicle opens a door

or hood, or unlocks the vehicle using an

inside lock button.

● The

12-volt battery is recharged or

replaced when the vehicle is locked.

(P. 682)

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■ Alarm-operated door lock

In the following cases, depending on the situation, the door may automatically

lock to prevent improper entry into the vehicle:

● When a person remaining in the vehicle unlocks the door and the alarm is

activated.

● While the alarm is activated, a person remaining in the vehicle unlocks the

door.

● When recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery

NOTICE

■ To ensure the system operates correctly

Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper

operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

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Intrusion sensor (if equipped)

The intrusion sensor detects intruders or movement in the vehicle.

This system is designed to deter and prevent vehicle theft but does

not guarantee absolute security against all intrusions.

■ Setting the intrusion sensor

The intrusion sensor will be set automatically when the alarm is set.

(P. 81)

■ Canceling the intrusion sensor

If you are leaving pets or other moving things inside the vehicle,

make sure to disable the intrusion sensor before setting the alarm,

as they will respond to movement inside the vehicle.

Turn the power switch off.

A message is displayed on the multi-information display for approxi-

mately 4 seconds asking if you wish to cancel the intrusion sensor.

Press

of the

meter control switch on the

steering wheel, select “Yes”

and then press

If an operation is not performed

for approximately

5 seconds,

the message will be automati-

cally extinguished and the intru-

sion sensor will not be canceled.

The intrusion sensor will revert to on each time the power switch is

turned to ON mode.

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Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid (2017 year). Instruction - part 5