2007 Toyota Prius Owners Manual - Page 158

For starting tips, see "How to start the hybrid system-" on page 350. If in an emergency, you must turn the hybrid system off while the vehicle is moving, press the "POWER" switch for more than 3 seconds. At this time, the "ACC" mode and shift position "N" are automatically enabled. 2) "OFF" (Indicator is turned off) The hybrid system is off. You may hear a motor sound in the engine compartment for a few seconds after the system is turned off and about 90 seconds have passed. The hybrid vehicle immobilizer system is automatically set. See "Hybrid vehicle immobilizer system" on page 21. Approximately 5 hours after the hybrid system is turned off, you may hear a sound coming from underneath the luggage compartment for several minutes. This is normal operation and does not indicate a malfunction. (See "Leak detection pump" on page viii.) NOTICE z The hybrid system cannot be started when the shift position is in "N". Be sure to put it in "P" and then start the system. z Do not leave the hybrid system in "ACC" or "IG−ON" for a long time. The 12 volt battery will discharge. z The hybrid mode in which the battery is discharged or disconnected is retained in memory, and that mode is turned on when power is applied. When you leave your vehicle, be sure to turn the "POWER" switch off and carry the smart key. If you get out of your vehicle while carrying a key without turning off the "POWER" switch and then close the door, a warning tone sounds inside and beeps sound outside. 25P106b With the brake pedal depressed The hybrid system will start and stop by pressing the "POWER" switch briefly with the brake pedal depressed. You may hear a motor sound in the engine compartment when the brake pedal is depressed with the hybrid system off. 1) "START" (Amber indicator comes on for a few seconds.) The hybrid system is ready to operate and all accessories are operable. ("IG− ON") Press the "POWER" switch with the brake pedal depressed. 141