2007 Toyota Prius Owners Manual - Page 6

BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION Unlocking operation Front door Rear hatch BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION Turning the Hybrid System ON Start function NOTE: After unlocking, if a door is not opened within 30 seconds, all doors will relock for safety. Refer to your Owner's Manual and the following section of this guide for Smart Key unlocking programmable options. OVERVIEW Smart Key system cancel switch Push ON OFF Insert key*. Depress the brake pedal and push the "POWER" button briefly and firmly. The "READY" light will blink. After a few seconds, when the light remains ON and a beep sounds, you may begin driving. Note: The brake pedal must be depressed to turn the Hybrid System on. FEATURES/OPERATIONS NOTE: To conserve battery power, turn the Smart Key system "OFF" when not using the vehicle for prolonged periods of time. For more battery saving information, refer to the Owner's Manual for more details. * It is not necessary to insert the ignition key (key fob) if Smart Key system is installed and activated. Changing operation modes Pressing "POWER" without depressing the brake pedal while the Hybrid System is OFF will change the operation mode in succession from: Smart Key unlock functions (if equipped) The Smart Key unlocking function can be programmed to operate in 3 different modes when Smart Key is activated. In all modes, grasping the front passenger door handle will unlock all doors. -To unlock driver side door only, grasp driver side handle. -To unlock all doors, grasp any door handle except rear doors. -To unlock driver side door or hatch independently, grasp the handle. ACC Accessories such as the radio will operate. is on; Hybrid System is not IG-ON Ignition engaged. SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES OFF All systems OFF. Refer to the Owner's Manual for more information on this feature, and how to change modes. 6 7