2009 Toyota Prius Owners Manual - Page 9

BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION Turning the Hybrid System ON Start function (1) (2) (3) OVERVIEW (1) Insert key.* (2) Depress the brake pedal and push the "POWER" button briefly and firmly. (3) 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. * It is not necessary to insert the ignition key (key fob) if Smart Key system is installed and activated. FEATURES/OPERATIONS Changing operation modes Pressing "POWER" without depressing the brake pedal while the Hybrid System is OFF will change the operation mode in succession from: ACCESSORY ON OFF Accessories such as the radio will operate. Ignition is on; Hybrid System is not engaged. All systems OFF. SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 7