2007 Toyota Prius Owners Manual - Page 29

Starting your vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with push button start system. The hybrid system will start automatically by pressing the "POWER" switch briefly with the brake pedal depressed. With smart function 1. Carry the key with you. 2. Press the "POWER" switch briefly with the brake pedal depressed. Without smart function 1. Insert the key. 2. Press the "POWER" switch briefly with the brake pedal depressed. The "READY" light flashes and stays on. Two beeps sound after a few seconds, and the hybrid system will start. (If the ambient temperature is low such as during winter, it may take time until the "READY" light comes on.) You cannot start your vehicle when the brake pedal is not depressed. (For details, see "How to start the hybrid system-" on page 350.) The engine may not start even with the "READY" light on. 12p063b 12p064b Not in use When stopping, the gasoline engine automatically shuts off. Charging hybrid battery When the hybrid battery power is insufficient, the gasoline engine charges the hybrid battery. The system always supplies electricity at a constant level. 12