2004 Toyota Prius Owners Manual - Page 147

Hybrid transaxle Your hybrid transaxle has an electronic shift lever system to minimize incorrect operation. This means you can only shift to other position from "P" when the brake pedal is depressed. With the following improper shifting, the rejection function operates and a beep sounds so the hybrid transaxle cannot be shifted. (i) When you attempt to shift the transaxle from the "P" position without depressing the brake pedal. "P" position switch 25p002g You can operate the shift lever only in "D". The shift lever always returns to this original position after shifting operation. Keep the shift lever in "N" for a while after you shift it to that position. (ii) When you push the "P" switch while driving. (iii) When you operate the shift lever from "D" to "R" or vice versa while the vehicle is moving. (iv) When you operate the shift lever to "B" from any position other than "D". In case of (i), the transaxle remains in "P". In case of (ii) through (iv), the transaxle is automatically shifted to "N". Shift lever 135