2012 Toyota Prius Owners Manual
2012 Toyota Prius Manual
2012 Toyota Prius manual content summary:
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Introduction CONFIRMING DISPLAY AUDIO MODEL This manual is made up of 2 sections. The first describing available functions for models without navigation capabilities (WITHOUT NAVIGATION) such as audio and hands-free. The second describing available functions for models with navigation capabilities - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 2
and the pictorial index of the "Owner's Manual". ENGINE SWITCH NAMES AND MODES This manual has been written using a vehicle with a gasoline engine vehicle (without a smart entry and start system) as an example. For vehicles with a smart entry and start system and hybrid vehicles, please refer to the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 3
Arrows indicating operations Indicates the action (pushing, turning, etc.) used to operate switches and other devices. Indicates the outcome of an operation (e.g. a lid opens). HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL No. Name Operational Outlines Main Operations Related Operations Information - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 4
1. BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION iv - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 5
explains the operation of the Display Audio system. Please read this manual carefully to ensure proper use. Keep this manual in your vehicle at all times. The screen shots in this document and the actual screens of the Display Audio system differ depending on whether the functions and/or a contract - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 6
the actual use of this system, learn how to use it and become thoroughly familiar with it. Read the entire Display Audio system Owner's manual to make sure you understand the system. Do not allow other people to use this system until they have read and understood the instructions in this manual. For - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 7
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The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see Section 3 of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". last mode used. Press this button to pause or resume playing the music. Press this button to access the Bluetooth® handsfree system. Press this button to customize - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 9
AND FEATURES No. Name "CAR" button* "APPS" button* "PWR/VOL" knob button Function Press this button to access the vehicle information system. This button is used for an add-on external navigation system. (If equipped) Press this knob to turn the audio system on and off, and turn it to adjust - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 10
® audio. For details, see pages 13. SETUP To customize the function settings, press the "SETUP" button. The interface language can also be changed from the setup menu. For details, see pages 91. Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM To access the Bluetooth® hands-free system, press the button. The driver - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 11
to the screen, lightly touch the screen buttons with your finger. When a screen button is touched, a beep sounds. (To set a beep sound, see page 93.) Do not use objects other than your finger to touch the screen. 1 QUICK GUIDE NOTICE ● To prevent the 12-volt battery from being discharged, do - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 12
system, press the "AUDIO" button. The audio system turns on in the last mode used. The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see Section 3 of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". No. Name Audio screen Disc slot "Source" "TUNE/SCROLL" knob "AUDIO" button button - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 13
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION No. Name "PWR/VOL" knob button Function Press to turn the audio system on and off, and turn to adjust the volume. Press to eject a disc. Page 16 34 2 *: If equipped AUDIO SYSTEM 15 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 14
pause or mute will be cancelled. CONTROLS USING THE "TUNE/SCROLL" KNOB Radio mode Radio stations can be tuned in manually using this knob. Modes other than radio Tracks or files can be selected using the knob. NOTICE ● To prevent the 12-volt battery from being discharged, do not leave the audio - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 15
Touching the "ALL" will change the list style as follows. SWITCHING AUDIO SOURCE 1 Press the "AUDIO" button. INFORMATION ● You cannot select dimmed screen buttons. Connect the audio device before selecting. The audio system turns on in the last mode used - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 16
stereo recording or broadcast, changing the right/left balance will increase the volume of one group of sounds while decreasing the volume of another. AUTOMATIC SOUND LEVELIZER (ASL) The system adjusts to the optimum volume and tone quality according to vehicle speed - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 17
between the front and rear speakers. "L" or "R": To adjust the sound balance between the left and right speakers. 5 Touch "OK". INFORMATION ● The tone of each mode (such as AM, FM and CD player) can be adjusted. 19 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 18
button. The audio system turns on in the last mode used. 2 Touch "Source" or press "AUDIO" button to display the audio source selection screen. To change the preset station to a different one, follow the same procedure. Touch page. or to change the preset 3 Touch "AM" or "FM" on the screen - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 19
using one of the following methods. Preset tuning: Touch one of the preset channels on the left side of the screen to select the desired station. The screen button is highlighted and the station frequency appears on the screen. Manual searched automatically one after another. RBDS mode available - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 20
• Oldies • Other • Pop Music • Religion • Rock • R&B (Rhythm and Blues) • Sports • Talk • Alert (Emergency Alert) "Traffic": Touch to seek a be displayed for a while. 3 Touch "TYPE SEEK" and the system will start to seek for stations in the relevant program type. INFORMATION ● If no relevant - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 21
SYSTEM The audio system turns on in the last mode used. 2 Touch "Source" or press "AUDIO" button to display the audio source selection screen. To change the preset station to a different one, follow the same procedure. Touch page. or to change the preset 3 Touch "AM" or "FM" on the screen - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 22
using one of the following methods. Preset tuning: Touch one of the mix preset channels on the left side of the screen to select the desired station. The screen button is highlighted and the station frequency appears on the screen. Manual automatically one after another RBDS mode allows available - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 23
• Pop Music • Religion • Rock • R&B (Rhythm and Blues) • Sports • Talk • Traffic (Not available when "HD Radio™ Settings" are set to analog) • Alert displayed for a while. 3 Touch "TYPE SEEK" and the system will start to seek for stations in the relevant program type. INFORMATION ● If no relevant - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 24
USING HD Radio™ TECHNOLOGY HD Radio™ Technology is the digital evolution of analog AM/FM radio. Your radio product has a special receiver which allows it to receive digital broadcasts (where available and a guide to available radio stations the logo will change to a bright orange color. On the FM - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 25
the cover and connect iPod using an iPod cable. The USB/AUX port is located on the instrument panel, or in the console box or glove box etc. The location and design are different depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". Turn on the power - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 26
AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Experience Mismatch of time alignment a users may hear a short period of programming replayed or an echo, stutter or skip. Cause The radio stations analog and digital volume is not properly aligned or the station is in ballgame mode. Action None, radio - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 27
availability and content of the satellite radio services provided, which are subject to the terms and conditions of the XM® Satellite Radio customer service agreement. ● Customers change. 2 AUDIO SYSTEM SATELLITE TUNER TECHNOLOGY service or when reporting a problem. If "CH 000" is selected using - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 28
SYSTEM OPERATION SWITCHING TO SATELLITE RADIO MODE CHANNEL CATEGORY 1 Touch "Options". 1 Press the "AUDIO" button. 2 The audio system turns on in the last mode used. Touch either "TYPE >" or it. or to scroll to To change the preset channel to a different one, follow the same procedure. 30 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 29
Tune in the desired channel using one of the following methods. Preset tuning: Touch the channel selector screen button (1-6) to listen to the desired channel. The selected screen button (1-6) is highlighted and its related information appears on the right side of the screen. Manual tuning: Turn the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 30
below to identify the problem, take the suggested corrective See a Toyota certified dealer for assistance. You have available. Wait for about 2 seconds until the radio returns to the previous channel or "CH001". If it does not change automatically, select another channel. No Signal Loading Ch Off Air - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 31
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio This XM® tuner supports "Audio Services" (Music and - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 32
59. INSERTING OR EJECTING A DISC INSERTING A DISC NOTICE ● Do not stack up two discs for insertion, or it will cause damage to the CD player. Insert only one disc into the slot at a time. ● Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the CD player. Do not insert anything other than a disc - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 33
. The audio system turns on in the last mode used. : Touch to pause the track. : Touch start playing from that position. INFORMATION 2 Touch "Source" or press "AUDIO" button to display the audio source selection screen. ● The progress bar indicator does not always correspond to the actual - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 34
. : Repeating the track : OFF (Random mode): Use it for automatic random selection of the track. The random mode changes as follows each time the screen button is touched. :Playing the tracks in random order :OFF Touch a desired track. The player will start playing the selected track from the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 35
WMA DISC SELECTING A DESIRED FILE Select a desired file using one of the following methods. 2 AUDIO SYSTEM The title of bar indicator does not always correspond to the actual elapsed playback position. Touch a desired file. The player will start playing the selected file from the beginning. Touch - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 36
file :Repeating the folder :OFF When a desired file is touched, the player will start playing the file. Touch or to scroll the list. (Random mode): Use it for automatic random selection of the file. The random mode changes as follows each time the screen button is touched. If appears to the right - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 37
of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". Turn on the power of use. ● Depending on the iPod that is connected to the system, certain functions may not be available. If a function is unavailable due to a malfunction, disconnecting the iPod and reconnecting it may resolve the problem. SWITCHING TO iPod MODE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 38
TRACK" button to fast forward or reverse. When you release the button, the player will start playing from that position. INFORMATION ● The progress bar indicator does not always correspond to the actual elapsed playback position. 3 Touch "iPod" on the screen. iPod COVER ART Depending on the iPod - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 39
SYSTEM OPERATION SELECTING A DESIRED SONG Select a desired song using one of the following methods. SELECTING A PLAY MODE 1 Touch "Browse" on the screen. 2 AUDIO to scroll to titles. Touch a desired song. The player will start playing the selected song from the beginning. Touch or to scroll - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 40
as follows each time the screen button is touched. :Repeating the song :OFF (Shuffle mode): Use it for automatic shuffling of the songs or albums in an iPod. The shuffle mode changes as follows each time the screen button is touched. :Playing the songs in shuffle :Playing the albums in the iPod - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 41
on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". Turn on the power of the USB memory if it is not turned on. INFORMATION ● When USB memory is connected and the audio source is changed to USB mode, the USB memory resumes playback from the position that was last - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 42
release the button, the player will start playing from that position. INFORMATION ● The progress bar indicator does not always correspond to the actual elapsed playback position. 3 Touch "USB" on the screen. SELECTING A DESIRED FILE Select a desired file using one of the following methods. If - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 43
displayed. 2 AUDIO SYSTEM Touch a desired file. The player will start playing the selected file from the beginning. Touch or to scroll the list. displayed. (Repeat mode): Use it to automatically repeat the file or folder you are currently listening to. The repeat mode changes as follows each - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 44
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION (Random mode): Use it for automatic random selection of the file. The random mode changes as follows each time the screen button is touched. :Playing the files on the folder in random order :Playing the files in all the folders in random order :OFF 46 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 45
console box or glove box etc. The location and design are different depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". 47 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 46
1 PLAYING A PORTABLE AUDIO DEVICE Press the "AUDIO" button. The audio system turns on in the last mode used. Only the volume can be adjusted using the audio system controls. The remaining controls need to be operated on the portable audio device itself. 2 Touch "Source" or press "AUDIO" button - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 47
Bluetooth® Specification Ver.1.1 or higher (Recommended: Ver.2.1+EDR or higher) • Profile A2DP (Advanced battery. ● Depending on the portable audio player that is connected to the system, certain functions may not be available. ● It may take time, the phone connection is carried out during Bluetooth - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 48
's body ( MODE CONNECTING A Bluetooth® AUDIO PLAYER To use the Bluetooth® audio system, you need to register your portable audio player into the system. Once you have registered it, you can enjoy your music on the vehicle's audio system. WHEN A Bluetooth® DEVICE IS NOT REGISTERED If you have not yet - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 49
device every time you start your vehicle. The portable audio player information is registered when the Bluetooth® audio system is connected portable audio player, refer to the portable audio player's user's guide. WHEN A Bluetooth® DEVICE IS REGISTERED 4 Input the passcode displayed on the screen - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 50
to the audio system. This function can be changed to "From Vehicle" or "From Audio Player". See "DISPLAYING DEVICE DETAILS" on page 100. "Bluetooth* Power": When "Bluetooth* Power" is "On", the Bluetooth® device is automatically connected every time you start your vehicle. However, depending on the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 51
the type of Bluetooth® portable audio player start playing from that position. INFORMATION ● An antenna for the Bluetooth® connection is built into in the display. The condition of the Bluetooth ® connection may not be good and the system may not function when you use to the actual elapsed - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 52
INFORMATION Full ● Depending on the type of portable audio players, remaining battery charge is not displayed. ● The amount left does not always correspond start playing the selected track from the beginning. Touch or to scroll the list. SELECTING A DESIRED TRACK Select a desired track using one - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 53
): Use it for automatic random selection of the track. The random mode changes as follows each time the screen button is touched. :Playing the tracks on the album in random order :Playing the tracks on all the albums in random order When a desired track is touched, the player will start playing the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 54
on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". Details of the specific switches, controls, and features are described below. No. Switch Volume control switch " " " " switch "MODE" switch Volume control switch Press the "+" side to increase the volume. The - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 55
is not available. To select a desired folder (USB memory): Press the " " or " " switch to change to the next or the previous folder. 2 AUDIO SYSTEM The design and switch position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". Details of - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 56
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION "MODE" switch Press the "MODE" switch to select an audio mode. Each press changes the mode sequentially if the desired mode is ready to use. To turn the audio system on, press the "MODE" switch. Press and hold the "MODE" switch until you hear a beep and the music will - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 57
it possible for two signals to reach your 2 AUDIO SYSTEM INFORMATION ● The use of a cellular phone inside or change constantly as your vehicle moves. Here are some common reception problems that probably do not indicate a problem electrical noise, such as high tension power lines, lightening, or - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 58
Cargo loaded on the roof luggage carrier, especially metal objects, may adversely affect the reception of XM® Satellite Radio. Alternation or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user's right to operate the equipment. COMPATIBLE MODELS Model iPod Generation - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 59
FOR YOUR CD PLAYER AND DISCS Your CD player is intended for use with 12 cm (4.7 in.) discs only. To play 8 cm (3 in.) discs, use an adaptor. Extremely high temperatures can keep your CD player from working. On hot days, use air conditioning to cool the vehicle interior before you listen to a disc - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 60
could cause the CD player to skip or to repeat a section of a track. (To see a pin hole, hold the disc up to the light.) Remove discs from the CD player when you are not using them. Store them in their plastic cases away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight. NOTICE ● Do not - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 61
. 1.1, Ver. 2.2, Ver. 2.3 and Ver. 2.4 formats. The unit cannot display track title and artist name in other formats. WMA files can contain a WMA tag that is used in the same way as an ID3 tag. WMA tags carry information such as track title, artist name. The sound quality of MP3/WMA files - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 62
files in folders up to 8 levels deep can be played. However, the start of playback may be delayed when using discs containing numerous levels of folders. For this reason, we recommend creating discs with no more than two levels of folders. WMA files Ver. 9 depends on "Windows Media® Audio Standard - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 63
TAG WMA files can contain a WMA tag that is used in the same way as an ID3 tag. WMA tags and files. For the ISO 9660 format, there are two levels of regulations. Level 1: The file name is character file extension. File names must be composed of one-byte capital letters and numbers. The "_" symbol may - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 64
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION 66 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 65
, see Section 3 of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". No. Name "PWR/VOL" knob "Connect Phone" Number keys "Contacts" button "Speed Dials" "Call History" Function Turn this knob to adjust the volume. You can connect a Bluetooth® device to the system. Used for inputting a phone number. Displays "Contacts - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 66
wheel by connecting your cellular phone. This system supports Bluetooth®. Bluetooth® using Bluetooth® audio and hands-free at the same time, the following problems may occur. • The Bluetooth® connection may be cut. • Noise may be heard on the Bluetooth® audio playback. ● The Bluetooth® phone battery - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 67
USING THE PHONE SWITCH The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. INFORMATION ● This system supports the following service. ● Bluetooth - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 68
data is registered when you use the Hands-free system. When you release your car, initialize your data. (See "DELETE PERSONAL DATA" on page 94.) You can initialize the following data in the system. • Phonebook data • Call history data • Speed dial data • Bluetooth® phone data • Volume setting - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 69
20 cm and more between the radiator and person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles Bluetooth® phone is not connected. Depending on the type of Bluetooth® phone, remaining battery charge may not be displayed. The amount left may not always correspond to that of the Bluetooth - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 70
by radio waves, "No Service" is displayed. INFORMATION Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM ● An antenna for the Bluetooth® connection is built into the display. ● The condition of the Bluetooth® connection may not be good and the system may not function when you use the Bluetooth® phone in the following - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 71
® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM OPERATION 3. REGISTER A Bluetooth® PHONE To use the Bluetooth® hands-free system, you need to register your phone into the system. Once you have registered it, you can make hands-free calls. If you have not yet registered any Bluetooth® phones, you must first register it - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 72
device every time you start your vehicle. (For automatic connection, see "CHANGING THE Bluetooth® POWER" on page 103.) If the Bluetooth® is disconnected on purpose such as you turned your Bluetooth phone off, this does not happen. Reconnect the Bluetooth® phone manually. INFORMATION Touch "Connect - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 73
Bluetooth® PHONE After you register the Bluetooth® phone, you can call by using Bluetooth® hands-free system. BY PHONEBOOK You can make a call using the phonebook data which is transferred from your cellular phone. The system has one wheel or the button to display the "Phone" screen. wheel or - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 74
". 1 Press the switch on the steering 3 wheel or the button to display the "Phone" screen. If your phone does not support either PBAP or OPP service, you cannot transfer contacts. Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM 2 Touch "Speed Dials". PBAP compatible models 2 Touch "Yes" if you want to - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 75
1. Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM OPERATION BY CALL HISTORY You can make a call using the call history which has 4 press the on the steering wheel. switch 1 Press the switch on the steering wheel or the button to display the "Phone" screen. You can make a call using the latest call history item - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 76
selections are available, perform one of the actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". INFORMATION 3 Bluetooth can also be changed on the " Use this setting when it is desirable to say - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 77
Bluetooth in the phonebook may not be recognized. Change names in the phonebook to full names. the desired phone number is not displayed on the top of the screen, say the number of the the phone number one digit at a time. For example, if the phone number is 2345678: Say "two three four five - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 78
desired phone number is not displayed on the top of the screen, say the number of Say "Dial" to call the phone number. Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM INTERNATIONAL CALL To dial a can be recognized when using the international call the switch on the steering wheel. Canceling the voice recognition: - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 79
touch . To refuse to receive the call: Press the switch on the steering wheel or touch . To adjust the volume of received call: Touch "-" or "+", turn the "PWR/VOL" knob, or use the volume switch on the steering wheel. INFORMATION ● On the international phone call, the other party's name may not - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 80
Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM To adjust the volume of the other party's voice: Touch "-" or "+", turn the "PWR/VOL" knob, or use the volume switch on the steering wheel Mode" or "Handset Mode". INFORMATION To hang up the phone: Press the switch on the steering wheel or touch . ● When you change - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 81
Bluetooth operation when you want to operate an answering machine or use a telephone service in bank for example. You can register the phone number wheel or touch . To refuse to receive the call: Press the wheel or touch switch on the steering . Everytime you press the switch on the steering wheel - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 82
consumption information and tire pressure value can be displayed. To access the vehicle information system, press the "CAR" button. The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see Section 3 of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". The "Information" screen shown - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 83
WITH HYBRID SYSTEM) Fuel consumption such as shown below can be displayed on the screen. For details see Section 1-1 of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". Energy monitor Trip consumption History If the "Trip Information" screen is not displayed, touch "Trip Information". 4 No. Name Average speed Elapsed - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 84
touch "History". No. Name Previous fuel economy record Current fuel economy Best recorded fuel economy The average fuel consumption history is divided by color into past averages and the average fuel consumption since the last reset. "Clear": Past record data can be deleted by touching this screen - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 85
information on the tire pressure warning system, refer to the vehicle "Owner's Manual". 2 Touch "Tire Pressure". 3 The tire pressure value of each tire will be displayed. Type A 4 VEHICLE INFORMATION To confirm tire pressure values, touch "Yes". To cancel and return to the previous screen, touch - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 86
1. VEHICLE INFORMATION 90 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 87
QUICK REFERENCE To customize the function settings, press the "SETUP" button. The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see Section 3 of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". No. Name "General" "Guidance"*1 "Display" Function Settings are available for language - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 88
SETUP OPERATION 2. GENERAL SETTINGS Settings are available for language selection, operation sounds, screen animation, etc. SCREENS FOR GENERAL SETTINGS 1 Press the "SETUP" button. On this screen, the following functions are operational. No. Function You can change the language. (See "SELECTING - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 89
displayed. The selectable languages may differ depending on the model or region. 5 Touch "Save". ● The following personal data can be deleted or returned to their default settings: • Phone book data • Call history data • Speed dial data • Bluetooth® devices data • Phone sound settings • Detailed - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 90
1. SETUP OPERATION 3. GUIDANCE SETTINGS (WITH Premium Display Audio SYSTEM) Voice recognition guidance for Bluetooth® hands-free systems can be set. SCREEN FOR VOICE GUIDANCE SETTINGS 1 Press the "SETUP" button. On this screen, the following functions can be performed. 2 Touch " - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 91
". The display screen will be turned off. To turn it on, press the "AUDIO", "CAR" or "SETUP" button. CHANGING BETWEEN DAY AND NIGHT MODE Depending on the position of the headlight switch, the screen changes to day or night mode. 3 Touch the items to be set. 1 To display the screen in day - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 92
Touch "Display" on the "Setup" screen. Touch "General" or "Camera", in which you want to make an adjustment. 5 SETUP 4 Select "Contrast" or "Brightness" using the or . 5 Adjust the contrast or brightness using the "+" or "-". Screen button "Contrast" "+" "Contrast" "-" Function Strengthens the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 93
1. SETUP OPERATION 5. Bluetooth® SETTINGS You can confirm and change the Bluetooth® settings. REGISTERED DEVICES 1 Press the "SETUP" button. 1 2 Press the "SETUP" button. Touch "Bluetooth*" on the "Setup" screen. *: Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. 3 Touch " - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 94
Bluetooth phone, refer to the Bluetooth phone's user's guide. ● When you register your phone, Bluetooth® audio will disconnect. ● If the Bluetooth® device has Bluetooth® phone and Bluetooth to your Bluetooth® device every time you start your vehicle. INFORMATION ● When you delete a Bluetooth® phone - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 95
of your device, refer to it. Phone number of your phone. The number may not be displayed depending on the phones. The profiles which support your Bluetooth® device. (For details of each profile, see pages 49 and 70.) The connection method can be switched between "From Vehicle" and "From Audio Player - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 96
1. SETUP OPERATION 2 Touch "OK". 4 Select the device to connect. "From Vehicle": Connect the audio system to the portable audio player. "From Audio Player": Connect the portable audio player to the audio system. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 97
you connect the device. When you touch the device name with the selection indicator and the Bluetooth® mark, the device will be disconnected. *: Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. 4 This screen is displayed. 5 When the connection is completed, this screen is displayed - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 98
The "Bluetooth* Power" display shows the following state. When "Bluetooth* Power" is "On": The If you want to change the settings, refer to the following pages. When you change the settings, touch "Save" after changing them. Bluetooth® device is automatically connected when you start your vehicle - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 99
you start your vehicle and the Bluetooth® phone is automatically connected, the connection check is displayed. 1 Touch "Passcode". 2 Input a passcode and touch "OK". You can select the state of "Display Phone Status". On: The status is displayed. Off: The status is not displayed. CHANGING THE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 100
status is not displayed. 5 INITIALIZING THE Bluetooth® SETTINGS You can initialize the settings. SETUP 1 Touch "Default". If the state of "Bluetooth* Power" is changed from "Off" into "On", Bluetooth® connection will begin. *: Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. 105 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 101
. PHONE SOUND SETTINGS 1 Press the "SETUP" button. 1 Touch "Phone Sound Settings". 2 2 Touch "Phone". Change each setting according to the following procedures. 3 Touch the items to be set. 3 When you complete all settings, touch "Save". CALL VOLUME SETTING 1 2 Please refer - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 102
1. SETUP OPERATION RING TONE VOLUME SETTING 1 Touch "Default". 1 2 Touch "Ring Tone Volume". Touch "-" or "+" to adjust the ring volume. PHONEBOOK 3 Touch "OK". 1 2 3 Press the "SETUP" button. Touch "Phone". Touch "Phonebook". 5 RING TONE SELECTING SETUP 1 2 Touch "Ring Tone". Touch " - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 103
. (See page 109.) Please refer to the following pages for each setting. PBAP incompatible but OPP compatible models TRANSFERRING A PHONE NUMBER You can transfer the phone numbers in your Bluetooth® phone to the system. The phonebook manages a maximum of 5 phonebooks each. Up to 1000 person's data - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 104
INFORMATION 5 1 2 3 Press the wheel or the switch on the steering button. Touch "Contacts". Touch "Transfer". ● If you try to manually transfer when transferring automatically, progression display on automatic transfer will be displayed. ● The old phonebook data is available during the transfer - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 105
of cellular phone, OBEX authentication may be required when transferring phonebook data. Enter "1234" into the Bluetooth® phone. ® 2 Transfer the phonebook data to the system using the Bluetooth® phone. Depending on the type of cellular phone, OBEX authentication may be required when transferring - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 106
Delete". INFORMATION ● When you delete a Bluetooth® phone, the phonebook data will be deleted at the same time. SPEED DIALS SETTING Speed dials setting is accessed from the "Speed Dials" screen. You can also delete it in the following way. 5 SETUP 1 2 3 4 Press the wheel or the switch on the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 107
1. SETUP OPERATION You can also display the "Speed Dials" screen in the following way. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 108
1. SETUP OPERATION 4 Touch the screen button you want to register in. You can also register the speed dial in the following ways. From "Speed Dial" screen 1 2 3 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 109
number. From "Call History" screen 1 2 3 4 From "Contact" screen Press the wheel or the switch on the steering button. Touch "Call History". Touch the desired phone number. Touch "Add Speed Dial". 1 2 3 4 Press the wheel or the switch on the steering button. Touch "Contacts". Select the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 110
to "Off". (See "AUTOMATIC PHONEBOOK DOWNLOAD SETTING" on page 109) You can also delete the call history in the following way. 1 2 3 Press the wheel or the switch on the steering button. Touch "Call History". Touch "Delete". 1 Touch "Delete Call History". 5 4 2 Select the desired history to - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 111
1. SETUP OPERATION 7. AUDIO SETTINGS (WITH Premium Display Audio SYSTEM) HD Radio™ system can be set using the following procedure: 4 Select the desired setting from "HD Radio/Analog Setting". 1 Press the "SETUP" button. Screen button "All" Function Touch to receive both analog - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 112
1. SETUP OPERATION 8. VEHICLE SETTINGS∗ Vehicle customization settings can be changed. 4 After changing the settings, touch "Save". A message indicating that the the desired items to be set. For a list of the settings that can be changed, see the vehicle "Owner's Manual". ∗ : If equipped 117 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 113
1. SETUP OPERATION 118 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 114
using tire chains or emergency tires. • On an uneven road, such as a slope. With rear view monitor guide lines (If equipped) ● Always check the vehicle surrounding area, because the guide lines are ancillary lines. ● The guide lines are ancillary lines and do not change even if the steering wheel - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 115
about 1.5 ft. (0.5 m) behind on the ground of the rear bumper of the vehicle. Vehicle center guide lines (blue) These lines indicate the estimated vehicle center on the ground. 6 REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM INFORMATION ● If the camera lens becomes dirty, it cannot transmit a clear image. If water - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 116
INFORMATION ● The area detected by the camera is limited. The camera does not detect objects which are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper. The actual camera location may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see the pictorial index of the vehicle "Owner's Manual". 122 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 117
directly into the camera lens ● When the camera is used under fluorescent lights, sodium lights, or mercury lights etc., the lights and the illuminated areas may appear to flicker. If a bright light (for example, sunlight reflected off the vehicle body) is picked up by the camera, the smear effect - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 118
of the following situations, there is a margin of error between the guide lines on the screen and the actual distance/course on the road. When the grade behind the vehicle slopes down sharply, objects appear to be closer than they actually are. When the grade behind the vehicle slopes up sharply - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 119
(0.5 m) The distance that appears on the screen between three-dimensional objects (such as vehicles) and flat surfaces (such as the road) and the actual distance differ as follows. • In reality, and = < ( and are equally far away; is farther than REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM ). However, on the screen - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 120
1. REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM 126 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 121
and the actual screens of the Display Audio system differ depending on whether the functions and/or a contract existed and the map data available at the time of producing this document. NAVIGATION SYSTEM The Navigation System is one of the most technologically advanced vehicle accessories ever - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 122
1. BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL For safety reasons, this manual indicates items requiring particular attention with the following marks. CAUTION ● This is a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the warning is - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 123
the actual use of this system, learn how to use it and become thoroughly familiar with it. Read the entire Display Audio system Owner's manual to make sure you understand the system. Do not allow other people to use this system until they have read and understood the instructions in this manual. For - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 124
1. BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION 5 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 125
BUTTONS The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see Section 3 of "Owner's Manual". No. mode used. Press this button to pause or resume playing the music. Press this button to access the Bluetooth® hands-free system. Press this button to customize the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 126
turn it to adjust the volume. Press this button to eject a disc. Page 107, 114, 119, 121, 124, 137 190 20, 74 102 117 1 QUICK GUIDE *: If equipped 11 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 127
the "APPS" button. The "Applications" menu screen will be displayed. The driver can use the navigation system and the other applications. For details, see page 19, 73. Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM To access the Bluetooth® hands-free system, press the button. The driver can make or receive phone - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 128
into the "R" position will automatically show the view behind the rear of the vehicle on the display screen. For details, see page 213. 1 QUICK GUIDE SETUP To customize the function settings, press the "SETUP" button. The interface language can also be changed from the setup menu. For details - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 129
prevent damage to the screen, lightly touch screen buttons on the screen sound, see page 197.) Do not use objects other than your finger to touch To prevent the 12-volt battery from being discharged, do : Touch to delete one letter. Touch and hold ● If the vehicle starts moving while letters are - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 130
1. CONTROLS AND FEATURES - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 131
based on the input letters will be displayed. The desired item can be selected and entered. LIST SCREEN OPERATION When a list is displayed, use the screen can be scrolled up or down. Scrolling will automatically stop when the top/bottom of the list is reached. :Touch to have entries that are too - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 132
character screen buttons, "ABC", "DEF" etc., which allow a direct jump to list entries that begin with the same letter as the character screen button. 1 QUICK GUIDE 1 Touch one of the character screen buttons. INFORMATION ● Every time the same character screen button is touched, the list - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 133
"Applications" menu screen. No. Function Press to display a list of applications. "Map" provides the user with navigation, route calculation, destination entry (manually or via voice recognition), turn by turn directions, and real-time traffic. Touch to view pictures stored on a USB memory. Touch - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 134
destinations can be entered and route-related settings can be changed. "Navigation" menu screen 2 APPLICATION-"Map" No. using advanced options. It can also be added as a waypoint to a destination. Touch to display the "Traffic Messages" screen. Traffic messages function is using Entune service - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 135
guidance screen No. Function This symbol indicates a map layout. Touching this symbol changes the map layout. Displays the distance, the estimated travel time to the destination, or the estimated arrival time at the destination. Displays traffic information on the route. Displays the distance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 136
-"Map" 2 Route guidance Before starting route guidance Recalculating the route Viewing alternative routes Starting route guidance Before starting or during route guidance Viewing the route Adding destinations Recalculating the route Changing the estimated travel/arrival time display Page 43 42 42 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 137
1. NAVIGATION OPERATION During route guidance Stopping route guidance Adjusting route guidance volume Displaying the entire route map Page 46 45 46 Memory point Memory point Registering the entry Editing the entry Loading the entry from external devices Page 52 58 56 24 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 138
"CAUTION" screen will be displayed when the screen is changed to the map screen for the first time after the touched while the map is loading or an application is in use, a pop-up window will be displayed. When the loading CURRENT VEHICLE POSITION DISPLAY When starting the navigation system, the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 139
1. NAVIGATION OPERATION INFORMATION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 140
1. NAVIGATION OPERATION SCREEN SCROLL OPERATION When any point on the map is touched, that point moves to the center of the screen and is shown by the cursor mark . MAP CONFIGURATIONS Any of the following map configurations can be selected. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 141
1. NAVIGATION OPERATION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 142
1. NAVIGATION OPERATION 4. MAP ICONS POI ICONS DISPLAY POI ICONS Points of Interest such as gas stations and restaurants can be displayed on the map screen. Their location can also be set as a destination. POI icons are displayed on the map. Icon Court house Name Place of worship 2 Accommodation - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 143
Tire Repair Car Dealer Icon Name Motorcycle Dealer Clubbing Icon Multiple POI Name Highway Exit Bar, Nightlife Airport, Dep. /Arrival, Ground, International Open P.A. P+P Race Track Rest Area Motoring Organization, Automobile Club Mover, Moving Company Bowling Stadium, Sports Center, Hippodrome Water - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 144
1. NAVIGATION OPERATION Leisure Icon Name Amusement Park Icon Clothing Name Cleaning & Laundry Winery 2 APPLICATION-"Map" Museum Shopping, Market Place, Shopping Center, Factory Outlet Shop, Department Store, Drivethrough-bottle-shop Tourist Attractions, Tourist Attractions Important Park/ - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 145
1. NAVIGATION OPERATION DISPLAYING POI INFORMATION 1 2 Touch the desired POI icon on the map. Touch One POI . Multiple POI 3 POI information will be displayed. When "Calculate" is touched, the starting route guidance screen is displayed. (See page 42.) When "Save" is touched, the point is - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 146
can be selected from the destinations registered with the system. To use this function, it is necessary to register the entry. (See page displayed by touching "Navigation" screens. on any of the INFORMATION 3 The starting route guidance screen will be displayed. (See page 42.) 3 Touch the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 147
be set using the address of a contact from the phone book of a connected cellular phone. Before using this function, connect a Bluetooth® phone with on the "My Destinations" screen. Touch the desired entry. 3 The starting route guidance screen will be displayed. (See page 42.) INFORMATION ● The - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 148
ways to search a destination. (a)Destination search by address (b)Destination search by POI (c)Destination search by advanced DESTINATION SEARCH BY "Address" A destination can be searched using a city name or zip code. 2 1 2 Touch "Address" on the "Enter Destination" screen. Touch "Country - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 149
2. DESTINATION SEARCH 5 Touch "City" or "Zip" to enter the city name or zip code. DESTINATION SEARCH BY "POI" POIs in a specific area can be searched by category, name or from the map. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 150
2. DESTINATION SEARCH 5 Touch for the desired item. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 151
2. DESTINATION SEARCH - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 152
2. DESTINATION SEARCH Selecting "Around" area - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 153
2. DESTINATION SEARCH DESTINATION SEARCH BY "Advanced" - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 154
2. DESTINATION SEARCH - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 155
changed, the route guidance may not indicate such changed information. ● The default recommended route can be changed. (See pages 43 and 64.) ● The arrival Touch one of the three recommended routes to select it. 1 Touch "Start". "Avoid": Touch to adjust the avoidance criteria before starting the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 156
1 2 Touch "Avoid" on the starting route guidance screen. Touch the desired item. 2 1 2 Touch "Preferences" on the starting route guidance screen. Touch the desired . INFORMATION ● Setting the route preference and avoidance can be also changed from the "Route Options" screen. (See page 64.) 43 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 157
3. ROUTE GUIDANCE 2. ROUTE GUIDANCE ROUTE GUIDANCE SCREEN While guiding the route, the following screen will be displayed. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 158
may not have the updated information such as the direction of a one way street. 2 APPLICATION-"Map" When is touched while route guidance text to-speech function. ● On freeways, interstates or other highways with higher speed limits, the voice guidance will be made at earlier points than on city - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 159
THE ROUTE Routes can be checked, changed and recalculated during route guidance. No. Function Touch to change the map setting. (See page route. SETTING FROM THE "Options" SCREEN Checking and setting routes is mainly performed from the "Options" screen. 1 Touch "Options". 2 Touch the desired - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 160
of the different segments of the route can be displayed. 1 2 Touch "Route Options For Current Route" on the "Options" screen. Touch the desired item to change the route setting. 1 2 Touch "Route List" on the "Options" screen. Touch the desired item to display the segment. 2 APPLICATION-"Map - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 161
the desired detour distance. 1 2 Touch "Destination Information" on the "Options" screen. The destination information screen will be displayed. "Deactivate Block Road of destination Selected route preference Selected avoidance criteria Arrival time, remaining time and distance to destination - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 162
3. ROUTE GUIDANCE ADDING DESTINATIONS Destinations can be added and the route changed accordingly. If you search the destination by "Enter Address" 5 Touch "Add as Waypoint". If you search the destination by "Select Point on Map" or "Enter - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 163
on the "My Destinations" screen. (See page 55.) Touch to change the order of the destinations. Touch or to move the destination up or down the order displayed on the next screen. 1 Touch "Show Destination List" on the "Waypoint" screen. 2 Touch the desired destination to - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 164
THE ROUTE When detouring a segment, the detour route can be changed. DETOURING THE SEGMENT CANCELLING THE DETOURED SEGMENT 1 2 Display the detour. 3 Touch "Detour Off". 3 Touch "Detour". If there is more than one point to detour, a list of points to detour will be displayed. Select points - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 165
4. MY DESTINATIONS 1. REGISTERING A ENTRY REGISTERING A NEW ENTRY Up to 200 destinations can be registered with this system. INFORMATION 5 Input the entry address. (See page 35.) ● This function cannot be operated while driving. REGISTERING FROM THE "My Destinations" SCREEN 6 7 Touch "Save - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 166
4. MY DESTINATIONS - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 167
4. MY DESTINATIONS REGISTERING FROM THE MAP REGISTERING FROM THE LIST 1 2 Touch the desired point on the map. Touch "Save". - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 168
4. MY DESTINATIONS - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 169
. Transferred addresses and numbers will be stored in the "Stored" list on the "My Destinations" screen and "Contacts" screen. (See pages 52 and 165.) 4 5 Touch "Advanced" on the "Enter Destination" screen. Touch "Load Contacts from USB". - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 170
4. MY DESTINATIONS INFORMATION ● If a message similar to the one below is displayed, delete X item(s) in the "Stored" list on the "My Destinations" screen and "Contacts" screen to make room for the new destination(s). (See pages 58 and 168.) 2 APPLICATION-"Map" - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 171
the following functions can be operated. NO. Function Touch to display the details of the entry information. (See page 59.) The entry options screen of "Stored" list Touch to change the entry name. (See page 59.) Touch to edit the address. (See page 59.) Touch to delete the entry. Touch to delete - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 172
on the map. The address and a picture, if available, of the contact from the system's phone book will be displayed. When you touch "Start", the starting route guidance screen will be displayed. Touch "Save Changes". INFORMATION CHANGING THE ENTRY NAME ● This function cannot be operated while - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 173
box or glove box etc. The location and design are different depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of "Owner's Manual". The following screen will be displayed while sending the data. 2 Press the "SETUP" button. To cancel this function, touch "Cancel". 6 The following - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 174
. (See page 62.) Touch to change the vehicle icon. (See page 62.) 2 1 Touch "Options". APPLICATION-"Map" 2 Touch "Map Settings". Touch to change the screen to "Day" or "Night". (See page 63.) Touch to change the estimated time between "Arrival Time/Distance" and "Remaining Time/ Distance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 175
5. NAVIGATION SETTING POIS ON MAP POI categories displayed on the map can be selected. VEHICLE ICONS The vehicle icon can be changed. 1 2 1 2 Touch "POIs on Map" on the "Map Settings" screen. Select the POI categories. Touch "Vehicle Icons" on the "Map Settings" screen. Touch the desired icon. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 176
NAVIGATION SETTING DAY/NIGHT MODE The screen can be changed to day mode or night mode. ARRIVAL INFORMATION The estimated time to the destination can be changed between arrival time/ distance and remaining time/distance. It can also be turned off. 1 2 Touch "Day/Night Mode" on the "Map Settings - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 177
the set destination has been reached. Entered waypoints will also be considered on the way back to the starting point. 1 2 Touch "Dest" on the map. Touch "Route Options". 5 Touch INFORMATION . ● "Show Route Alternatives" and "Make a Round Trip" are not selectable at the same time. The "Route - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 178
CRITERIA FOR THE ROUTE CALCULATION The avoidance criteria for the route calculation can be set. 2 1 2 Touch "Dest" on the map. Touch "Route Options". APPLICATION-"Map" The "Route Options" screen can be displayed by touching "Navigation" screens. on any of the 3 4 Touch "Avoid" on the "Route - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 179
against the use of speed driving. • When driving without setting the current position calibration correctly. • After repeating a change of direction by going forward and backward, or turning on a turntable in the parking lot. • When leaving a covered parking lot or parking garage. • When a roof - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 180
set more than one destination but skip one of them, auto reroute will display available for the next turn to the right or left. • It may take a long time to operate auto reroute during high speed driving. In auto reroute, a detour route may be shown. • After auto reroute, the route may not be changed - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 181
right 2010, Copyright Geomatics Ltd., Copyright © 2003; Top-Map Ltd., La Banca Dati Italiana è stata prodotta USING THE NAVTEQ DATABASE NOTICE TO THE USER THIS IS A LICENSE AGREEMENT AND NOT AN AGREEMENT FOR SALE - BETWEEN YOU AND NAVTEQ B.V. FOR YOUR COPY OF THE NAVTEQ NAVIGABLE MAP DATA-BASE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 182
national laws based on) the date you acquired the Database; these criteria are available from NAVTEQ at your request. If the Database does not perform in accordance with this limited warranty, NAVTEQ will use use of results of the use of the Database in terms of its correctness, accuracy, reliability - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 183
any third party arising out of your use of the Database, whether in an action in contract or tort or based on a warranty, even if NAVTEQ has been advised of the possibility of such damages. In any event NAVTEQ's liability for direct damages is limited to the price of your copy of the Database - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 184
6. NAVIGATION SYSTEM INFORMATION 2 APPLICATION-"Map" 71 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 185
6. NAVIGATION SYSTEM INFORMATION 72 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 186
"Applications" menu screen. No. Function Press to display a list of applications. "Map" provides the user with navigation, route calculation, destination entry (manually or via voice recognition), turn by turn directions, and real-time traffic. Touch to view pictures stored on a USB memory. Touch - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 187
● When the vehicle starts moving while viewing pictures, to the previous screen. ● Available image data format: JPEG, Owner's Manual". INFORMATION ● All readable pictures on the device are displayed in chronological order. The slideshow will repeat when it is finished. ● The pictures will be changed - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 188
PLAYING PICTURE SLIDESHOWS A slideshow can be played, paused, and desired images can be selected. 1 Touch "Show". 2 Operating switches will be displayed. "Hide": Touch to close the slideshow options. : Touch to pause the slideshow. : Touch to play the slideshow again. : Touch to display the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 189
1. APPLICATIONS OPERATION 3. EMAIL Incoming Emails to a connected Bluetooth® capable phone can be downloaded. Before using this application, connect the Bluetooth® phone with phone profile. (See page 203.) CHECKING "Email" 1 Press the "APPS" button to display the "Applications" menu screen. 3 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 190
1. APPLICATIONS OPERATION The state of Email is shown by the following icons. : Unread mail : Read mail : Important mail 4 The text of the Email is displayed. : Touch to have the Email read out. To cancel this function, touch . NOTICE ● Do not turn off the engine while downloading. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 191
® capable phone can be downloaded. Before using this application, connect the Bluetooth® phone with phone profile. (See page 203.) When the downloading of the calendar is complete, the current day's calendar entries will be displayed. 3 When a displayed schedule entry is touched, the entry - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 192
If the following screen is displayed when you use the Entune service, enter the login information. 1 Touch "enTune Username". When "Remember Password" is on, the entered user login information will be remembered for every login. ∗ : Entune is available in the 48 states, D.C. and Alaska. 80 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 193
at your Toyota dealer when the vehicle was purchased, an email address can be registered at http://www.toyota.com/ entune/. ● Entune operational procedures can also be confirmed by visiting http:// www.toyota.com/entune/. ● This system supports the following service. • Bluetooth® Specification Ver - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 194
2. ENTUNE SERVICE AVAILABILITY OF SERVICE Entune is available in the 48 states, D.C. and Alaska. INFORMATION INITIALIZING PERSONAL DATA The personal data used in application can be reset. (See "DELETE PERSONAL DATA" on page 199.) The following personal data can be deleted and returned to their - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 195
2. OPERATING NAVIGATION FUNCTION USING ENTUNE SERVICE ONLINE SEARCH A destination can be selected via online search. Before using this function, connect a Bluetooth® phone with an internet profile. (See page 203.) 1 2 Touch "Dest" on the map. Touch "Enter Destination". When the cost warning - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 196
2. ENTUNE SERVICE 7 8 Touch "Enter Search Word". Input the search word and then touch "OK". 11 The starting route guidance screen will be displayed. (See page 42.) INFORMATION ● The color of indicates if online connection is active or not. After a timeout of 1 minute, an active online connection - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 197
current fuel prices and gas station locations, which can be set as a destination if desired. Before using this function, connect a Bluetooth® phone with or off. (See page 208.) If you touch the desired item, the starting route guidance screen will be displayed directly. (See page 42.) 6 Touch " - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 198
2. ENTUNE SERVICE TRAFFIC MESSAGES It contains a list of traffic messages relating to the set route, all traffic messages and warnings. Before using this function, connect a Bluetooth® phone with an internet profile. (See page 203.) DISPLAYING TRAFFIC MESSAGES 3 Touch "On Route", "Show All" or " - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 199
2. ENTUNE SERVICE On this screen, the following information is displayed. No. Information Street number Route segment If route segment is not available, information such as street name, city name, region or country will be displayed. : Icon of an incident : Icon of an incident on the route : Icon - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 200
2. ENTUNE SERVICE DETOURING A SEGMENT FROM A TRAFFIC MESSAGE LIST If a traffic message relates to the route being travelled, the desired segment can be detoured. 5 The route will be recalculated. The mark of the TMC on the "On Route" screen changes into . - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 201
2. ENTUNE SERVICE RECALCULATING THE ROUTE BY THE TRAFFIC MESSAGES You will be informed about relevant traffic messages on the route by a popup window. A pop-up window may differ depending on the traffic message settings. (See page 91.) If "Consider" is selected 2 Touch "Ignore" or "Detour". 3 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 202
2. ENTUNE SERVICE TRAFFIC MESSAGE SETTINGS - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 203
2. ENTUNE SERVICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 204
2. ENTUNE SERVICE When the cost warning or roaming warning screen is displayed, touch "Continue". This function can be set to on or off. (See page 208.) INFORMATION 5 The following screen will be displayed when loading is complete. ● If a message similar to the one below is displayed, delete X - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 205
3. OPERATING AN APPLICATION USING ENTUNE SERVICE OPERATING AN APPLICATION Before using applications, connect the Bluetooth® phone with an internet profile. (See page 203.) If a Bluetooth® connection with an internet profile is not currently active, applications will be dimmed. OPENING/CLOSING - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 206
2. ENTUNE SERVICE DELETING AN APPLICATION 1 Touch . 2 Touch "Delete" on the right side of the application to be deleted. Applications that displayed "Delete" on the right side of the application can be removed. 3 The following confirmation screen will be displayed. Touch "Yes". 94 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 207
is unavailable while transferring contacts." "There is a problem with the Bluetooth∗ connection. For troubleshooting assistance, please visit toyota.com or call 1-800-3314331." "This feature is unavailable during a handsfree call." To use the services, an active application needs to be running on - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 208
2. ENTUNE SERVICE 96 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 209
3 APPLICATION-THE OTHERS 97 2. ENTUNE SERVICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 210
the audio system, press the "AUDIO" button. The audio system turns on in the last mode used. The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see Section 3 of "Owner's Manual". No. Name Audio screen Disc slot "Source" "TUNE SCROLL" knob "AUDIO" button button - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 211
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION No. Name "SEEK/TRACK" button "PWR VOL" knob button Function Press the " " or " " button to seek up or down for a station, or to access a desired track or file. Press to turn the audio system on and off, and turn to adjust the volume. Press to eject a disc. Page 107, 114 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 212
body of any person at all time during use. ● Laser products • Do not take this unit apart or attempt to make any changes yourself. This is an intricate unit that uses a laser pickup to retrieve information from the surface of compact system turns on in the last mode used. INFORMATION ● If the volume - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 213
CONTROLS USING THE "TUNE SCROLL" KNOB Radio mode Radio stations can be tuned in manually using this knob. Modes other than radio Tracks, songs or files can be selected using the knob. SWITCHING AUDIO SOURCE 1 Press the "AUDIO" button. 4 The audio system turns on in the last mode used. AUDIO - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 214
quality according to vehicle speed to compensate for increased vehicle noise. Without JBL sound system DSP control can be set from the "Options" screen. Touch "Options" and then touch "Sound Settings" on the next screen. Modes other than USB memory/iPod and Bluetooth® audio 1 2 1 2 Touch "High - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 215
changing the right/left balance will increase the volume of one group of sounds while decreasing the volume of another. Modes other than USB memory/iPod and Bluetooth® and balance can be set from the "Options" screen. Touch "Options" and then touch "Sound Settings" on the next screen. ● The tone - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 216
screen button. The station's frequency will be displayed in the screen button. The audio system turns on in the last mode used. 2 Touch "Source" on the screen. To change the preset station to a different one, follow the same procedure. 3 Touch "AM" or "FM" on the screen. Touch page. or to - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 217
using one of the following methods. Preset tuning: Touch one of the mix preset channels on the left side of the screen to select the desired station. The screen button is highlighted and the station frequency appears on the screen. Manual automatically one after another RBDS mode allows available - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 218
• Pop Music • Religion • Rock • R&B (Rhythm and Blues) • Sports • Talk • Traffic (Not available when "HD Radio™ Settings" are set to analog) • Alert displayed for a while. 3 Touch "TYPE SEEK" and the system will start to seek for stations in the relevant program type. INFORMATION ● If no relevant - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 219
USING HD Radio™ TECHNOLOGY HD Radio™ Technology is the digital evolution of analog AM/FM radio. Your radio product has a special receiver which allows it to receive digital broadcasts (where available and a guide to available radio stations the logo will change to a bright orange color. On the FM - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 220
the cover and connect iPod using an iPod cable. The USB/AUX port is located on the instrument panel, or in the console box or glove box etc. The location and design are different depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of "Owner's Manual". Turn on the power of the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 221
AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Experience Mismatch of time alignment a users may hear a short period of programming replayed or an echo, stutter or skip. Cause The radio stations analog and digital volume is not properly aligned or the station is in ballgame mode. Action None, radio - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 222
RADIO ID Each XM® tuner is identified with a unique radio ID. The radio ID is required when activating an XM® service or when reporting a problem. If "CH 000" is selected using the "TUNE SCROLL" knob, the ID code, which is 8 alphanumeric characters, will be displayed. If another channel is selected - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 223
the next or previous category. 4 AUDIO SYSTEM The audio system turns on in the last mode used. 2 Touch "Source" on the screen. PRESETTING A CHANNEL 1 2 3 Touch "SAT" on the screen. Tune in the desired channel. Touch one of the left side screen buttons (1-6) and hold it until a beep is heard - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 224
Tune in the desired channel using one of the following methods. Preset tuning: Touch the channel selector screen button (1-6) to listen to the desired channel. The selected screen button (1-6) is highlighted and its related information appears on the right side of the screen. Manual tuning: Turn the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 225
below to identify the problem, take the suggested a Toyota certified dealer for assistance. You available. Wait for about 2 seconds until the radio returns to the previous channel or "CH001". If it does not change automatically, select another channel. ® 4 AUDIO SYSTEM No Signal Loading Ch Off Air - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 226
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio This XM® tuner supports "Audio Services" (Music and - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 227
NOTICE 4 1 Insert a disc with the label side up. ● Do not stack up two discs for insertion, or it will cause damage to the CD player. Insert only one disc into the slot at a time. ● Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the CD player. Do not insert anything other than a disc - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 228
audio system turns on in the last mode used. : Touch to pause the track actual elapsed playback position. Touch "DISC" on the screen. FAST FORWARD AND REVERSE 1 Press and hold the " " or " " of the "SEEK/TRACK" button to fast forward or reverse. When the button is released, the player will start - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 229
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION SELECTING A DESIRED TRACK Select a desired track using one of the following methods. Touch a desired track. The player will start playing the selected track from the beginning. Touch or to scroll the list. 4 If appears to the right of titles, the complete titles are too - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 230
Use it for automatic random selection of the track. The random mode changes as follows each time the screen button is touched. When you touch , you can adjust sound settings. (See pages 104 and 105) INFORMATION ● The progress bar indicator does not always correspond to the actual elapsed playback - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 231
Select a desired file using one of the following methods. Touch a desired file. The player will start playing the selected file SCROLL" knob: Turn this knob to select a desired file. Also, the knob can be used for selection from the list display. File list: A desired file can be selected from a - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 232
as follows each time the screen button is touched. :Repeating the file :Repeating the folder :OFF (Random mode): Use it for automatic random selection of the file. The random mode changes as follows each time the screen button is touched. :Playing the files on the folder in random order :Playing - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 233
may not be available. If a function is unavailable due to a malfunction, disconnecting your portable player and reconnecting it may resolve the problem. ● When an iPod does not operate, update the software of the iPod to the latest version, and then retry. For supported models and software versions - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 234
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION SWITCHING TO USB OR iPod MODE PLAYING A USB MEMORY OR iPod PLAYING A SONG The title of the album, song and artist name of the song currently being listened to will be displayed. 1 Press the "AUDIO" button. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 235
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1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION INFORMATION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 237
be selected. PLAYING "PLAY MORE LIKE THIS" FUNCTION The system creates a new playlist containing songs similar to the one currently being listened to. 1 Touch the cover art. 1 Touch "Play More Like This". 4 AUDIO SYSTEM 2 as the new playlist is ready, the first similar song starts playing. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 238
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION 2 Touch "Play More Like This Settings". REPEAT AND RANDOM PLAY FUNCTIONS Repeat and random play functions are available. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 239
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 240
in the console box or glove box etc. The location and design are different depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of "Owner's Manual". 130 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 241
1 PLAYING A PORTABLE AUDIO DEVICE Press the "AUDIO" button. The audio system turns on in the last mode used. Only the volume can be adjusted using the audio system controls. The remaining controls need to be operated on the portable audio device itself. When you touch , you can adjust sound - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 242
Bluetooth® Specification Ver.1.1 or higher (Recommended: Ver.2.1+EDR or higher) • Profile A2DP (Advanced battery. ● Depending on the portable audio player that is connected to the system, certain functions may not be available. ● It may take time, the phone connection is carried out during Bluetooth - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 243
AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION CAUTION ● FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party Bluetooth® AUDIO MODE 1 Press the "AUDIO" button. 4 AUDIO SYSTEM The audio system turns on in the last mode used. 2 Touch "Source" on the screen. 3 Touch "Bluetooth∗". If a Bluetooth - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 244
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION CONNECTING Bluetooth® AUDIO In order to use the Bluetooth® audio system, it is necessary to pair a portable player and connect the audio profile (A2DP) with the system. (In this manual, pairing refers to a Bluetooth® device connecting with the system. Connecting refers to - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 245
displayed. Touch "Connect for Music". 4 AUDIO SYSTEM Connectable Bluetooth® devices are listed on the display. 6 The following the portable player, refer to the manual that comes with the portable audio player. 7 Confirm the PIN. If the device supports SSP (Secure Simple Pairing) Confirm - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 246
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 247
or "ON" position, the system will automatically reconnect the portable player. If the Bluetooth device is disconnected on purpose, such as it was turned off, this does not happen. Reconnect it manually using either of the following methods: • Select a portable player again. (See page 206.) • Connect - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 248
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 249
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 250
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION REPEAT AND RANDOM PLAY FUNCTIONS Repeat and random play functions are available. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 251
index of "Owner's Manual". Details of the specific switches, controls, and features are described below. No. Switch Volume control switch " " " " switch "MODE" switch or " " switch. Fast forward and reverse: Press and hold the " " or " " switch until you hear a beep. Bluetooth® audio player - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 252
Press the " " or " " switch to change to the next or the previous folder. USB " switch until you hear a beep. Bluetooth® audio player To select a desired song: Owner's Manual". Details of the specific switches, controls, and features are described below. No. Switch Volume control switch switch "MODE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 253
1. AUDIO SYSTEM OPERATION "MODE/HOLD" switch Press the "MODE/HOLD" switch to select an audio mode. Each press changes the mode sequentially if the desired mode is ready to use. To turn the audio system on, press the "MODE/HOLD" switch. Press and hold the "MODE/HOLD" switch until you hear a beep and - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 254
making it possible for two signals to reach your up again. INFORMATION ● The use of a cellular phone inside or change constantly as your vehicle moves. Here are some common reception problems that probably do not indicate a problem electrical noise, such as high tension power lines, lightening, or - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 255
Cargo loaded on the roof luggage carrier, especially metal objects, may adversely affect the reception of XM® Satellite Radio. Alternation or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user's right to operate the equipment. COMPATIBLE MODELS Model iPod Generation - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 256
FOR YOUR CD PLAYER AND DISCS Your CD player is intended for use with 4.7 in. (12 cm) discs only. To play 3 in. (8 cm) discs, use an adaptor. Extremely high temperatures can keep your CD player from working. On hot days, use air conditioning to cool the vehicle interior before you listen to a disc - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 257
the CD player to skip or to repeat a section of a track. (To see a pin hole, hold the disc up to the light.) Remove discs from the CD player when you are not using them. Store them in their plastic cases away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight. 4 AUDIO SYSTEM NOTICE ● Do not - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 258
. 1.1, Ver. 2.2, Ver. 2.3 and Ver. 2.4 formats. The unit cannot display track title and artist name in other formats. WMA files can contain a WMA tag that is used in the same way as an ID3 tag. WMA tags carry information such as track title, artist name. The sound quality of MP3/WMA files - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 259
files in folders up to 8 levels deep can be played. However, the start of playback may be delayed when using discs containing numerous levels of folders. For this reason, we recommend creating discs with no more than two levels of folders. WMA files Ver. 9 depends on "Windows Media® Audio Standard - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 260
TAG WMA files can contain a WMA tag that is used in the same way as an ID3 tag. WMA tags and files. For the ISO 9660 format, there are two levels of regulations. Level 1: The file name is character file extension. File names must be composed of one-byte capital letters and numbers. The "_" symbol may - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 261
industry standard in music recognition technology and related content delivery. will use Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Software, and Gracenote Servers for your own personal non-commercial use directly in its own name. The Gracenote service uses a unique identifier to track queries for statistical - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 262
the Gracenote Servers or to change data categories for any cause that Gracenote deems sufficient. No warranty is made that the Gracenote discontinue its services at any time. GRACENOTE DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 263
that was last displayed is returned to display the "Phone" menu screen. "Phone" menu screen The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see Section 3 of "Owner's Manual". No. Function Touch to display the "Dial By Number" screen. A call can be made by - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 264
the switch on the steering wheel. "Dial By Number" screen 5 Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM No. Name Shortcut keys The Name of phone and provider Number keys Save the number screen button Delete button screen Function Touch the corresponding icon to change - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 265
is not available from the connected phone, the icon will be shown with a question mark. The icon indicates an active BT-connection Displays short messages information. Displays missed calls information. The amount of battery charge left The level of reception Bluetooth® connection Short - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 266
wheel by connecting your cellular phone. This system supports Bluetooth®. Bluetooth® using Bluetooth® audio and hands-free at the same time, the following problems may occur. • The Bluetooth® connection may be cut. • Noise may be heard on the Bluetooth® audio playback. ● The Bluetooth® phone battery - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 267
OPERATION USING THE PHONE SWITCH The actual design and switch position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of "Owner's Manual". Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. INFORMATION ● This system supports the following service. • Bluetooth - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 268
data is registered when you use the Hands-free system. When you release your car, initialize your data. (See "DELETE PERSONAL DATA" on page 199.) You can initialize the following data in the system. • Phone book data • Call history data • Speed dial data • Bluetooth® phone data • Volume setting - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 269
INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION CAUTION ● FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party be installed and operated with at least 20 cm and more between the radiator and person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles). ● Co-location: This transmitter must - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 270
INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION 3. CONNECTING A Bluetooth® PHONE CONNECTING A Bluetooth® PHONE In order to use the hands-free system, it is necessary to pair the phone and connect the phone's profile (HFP) with the system. (In this manual, pairing refers to a Bluetooth® device connecting with the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 271
screen will be displayed. Touch "Connect for Phone". Connectable Bluetooth® devices will be displayed in the list. 6 The following the operation of your cellular phone, see the manual that comes with the cellular phone. If the device does not supports SSP (Secure Simple Pairing) Input the PIN displayed - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 272
1. BASIC INFORMATION BEFORE OPERATION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 273
position, the system will automatically reconnect the Bluetooth® phone. If the Bluetooth® phone is disconnected on purpose, such as it was turned off, this does not happen. Reconnect it manually using either of the following methods: • Select the Bluetooth® phone again. (See page 206.) • Connect the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 274
Up to 200 numbers can be registered with this system. INFORMATION 4 Select one of 4 phone types ("Mobile", "Home", "Work" or "Other") to delete one number. Touch and hold to continue deleting numbers. You can enter a number for each phone type. 5 Touch "Contacts". 5 6 Touch . Bluetooth® HANDS - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 275
list on the "My Destinations" screen and "Contacts" screen. (See pages 52 and 165.) You can also press the switch on the steering wheel to display the "Dial By Number" screen. REGISTERING FROM THE "Call History" SCREEN 2 3 4 Input the numbers. Touch . 1 2 3 Searching the entry by "Call History - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 276
. on any of the "Phone" If there are 2 or more phone numbers, touch the desired number in the list. Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM 2 3 Touch "Speed Dials" on the "Contacts" screen. Touch the desired speed dial screen button the phone number is to be registered to. 7 The entry is registered as - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 277
next to the desired entry on the "Contacts" screen. Entry options screen of the "Stored" and "Speed Dials" list INFORMATION ● "Rename XX" and "Edit Phone Numbers" cannot be operated while driving. CHANGING THE ENTRY NAME 1 Entry options screen of the "Phone Book" list Touch "Rename XX" on - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 278
1 2 Touch "Edit Phone Numbers" on the entry options screen. Select one of 4 phone types and input a number. : Touch to delete one number. Touch and hold to continue deleting numbers. You can edit a number for each phone type. 5 Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM 3 Touch . INFORMATION ● If an - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 279
a Bluetooth® phone has been connected, a call can be made using the hands-free system. There are several methods by which a call can be made. These are described below. 3 4 Touch . The connecting screen will be displayed. BY DIAL You can call by inputting the phone number. 1 Press the wheel - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 280
BOOK Calls can be made using the phone book data of the connected cellular phone. The phone book changes depending on the phone connected. the Phone's book list. (See page 209.) 1 Touch "Contacts". 5 Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM The "Contacts" screen can be displayed 4 The connecting screen - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 281
function cannot be operated while driving. Touch to display and edit the entry information. (See page 168.) BY SPEED DIALS You can call by "Speed Dial" number list. Registering number in the "Speed Dial" number list is to see page 167. 4 The connecting screen will be displayed. To cancel the call - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 282
Calls can be made using one of the 4 call USING A SHORT MESSAGE The "Call History" screen can be displayed by touching screens. on any of the "Phone" Calls can be made to a short message sender's phone number. (See page 179.) 5 2 Touch the desired list. 1 Touch "Call Sender". Bluetooth - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 283
2. TELEPHONE OPERATION BY POI CALL Calls can be made to a POI when its details are displayed on the screen. (See pages 32 and 36.) 1 Touch . 2 The connecting screen will be displayed. To cancel the call, touch "End Call". 174 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 284
wheel. switch on the steering The ongoing screen is displayed. (See page 176.) "Accept": Touch to talk on the phone. "Reject": Touch to reject the call. The layout of the incoming call screen may differ depending on the information available you have. Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM Single call 2 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 285
on a Bluetooth® phone, the ongoing screen is displayed. The operations outlined below can be performed on this screen. Single call NO. Function Touch to transfer the call. Touch "Transfer to Phone" to change from Hands-free call to cellular phone call. Touch "Handsfree mode" to change from cellular - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 286
other party's voice. If "Dial Number" is selected 3 Input the number and then touch . 5 Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM The receiver volume can also be adjusted using the switch on the steering wheel. If "Dial From Contacts" is selected 3 Touch the desired method and then touch the desired - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 287
2. TELEPHONE OPERATION If "Dial From Call History" is selected - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 288
3. SHORT MESSAGE FUNCTION 1. SHORT MESSAGE FUNCTION Received messages can be forwarded from the connected Bluetooth® phone, enabling checking and replying using this system. 3 Touch the desired short message. RECEIVING A NEW SHORT MESSAGE When a new short message is received, a pop-up window is - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 289
of the "Phone" 2 3 2 3 Touch "Sent" on the "Messages" screen. Touch the desired short message. Touch "Create New" on the "Messages" screen. Touch "Create Message" or "Use Template". 180 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 290
the desired contact. The short message will be sent. If a recipient is selected The short message will be sent immediately. INFORMATION 5 Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM ● "Create Message" cannot be selected while driving. "Enter Number", "Select Contact" and a list of former recipients will be - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 291
3. SHORT MESSAGE FUNCTION CREATE A NEW SHORT MESSAGE 2 Edit the short message. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 292
15 templates can be registered. 1 Touch "Prepare Template Message". 2 3 4 Input the short message. Touch "OK". The message is registered in the template list on the "Use Template" screen. INFORMATION 5 Bluetooth® HANDS-FREE SYSTEM ● This function is unavailable while driving. 183 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 293
3. SHORT MESSAGE FUNCTION 184 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 294
be changed.(See "SELECTING A LANGUAGE" on page 198) MICROPHONE USING THE VOICE COMMAND SYSTEM The actual design and switch position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of "Owner's Manual". STEERING SWITCHES FOR THE VOICE COMMAND SYSTEM Type A (Two direction - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 295
conditioning speed is set high. • The air conditioning vents are turned towards the microphone. ● In the following conditions, the system may not recognize the command properly and using voice commands may not be possible: • The command is incorrect or unclear. Note that certain words, accents or - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 296
1. VOICE COMMAND SYSTEM OPERATION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 297
Fuel consumption information and tire pressure value can be displayed. To access the vehicle information system, press the "CAR" button. The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see Section 3 of "Owner's Manual". The "Information" screen shown above is - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 298
(VEHICLES WITH HYBRID SYSTEM) Fuel consumption such as shown below can be displayed on the screen. For details see Section 1-1 of "Owner's Manual". Energy monitor Trip consumption History If the "Trip Information" screen is not displayed, touch "Trip Information". No. Name Average speed Elapsed time - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 299
touch "History". No. Name Previous fuel economy record Current fuel economy Best recorded fuel economy The average fuel consumption history is divided by color into past averages and the average fuel consumption since the last reset. "Clear": Past record data can be delete by touching this screen - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 300
"Owner's Manual". 2 Touch "Tire Pressure". 3 The tire pressure value of each tire will be displayed. Type A To confirm tire pressure values, Type B 7 VEHICLE INFORMATION SHOWING THE TIRE PRESSURE SCREEN The tire pressure value of each tire can be confirmed using the tire pressure screen. 1 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 301
1. VEHICLE INFORMATION 194 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 302
button. The actual design and button position may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see Section 3 of "Owner's Manual". No. Name "General" Function Settings are available for language selection, operation sounds, etc. Registering, removing, connecting and disconnecting Bluetooth® devices - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 303
SETTINGS Settings are available for language selection, operation sounds, etc. SCREENS FOR GENERAL SETTINGS 1 Press the "SETUP" button. 2 Touch "General". 3 Touch the items to be set. 8 On this screen, the following functions are operational. No. Function You can change the language. (See - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 304
1. SETUP OPERATION No. Function Touch to change a keyboard layout. (See "SELECTING A KEYBOARD LAYOUT" on page 199.) Touch to set the navigation desired screen button. The previous screen will be displayed. The selectable languages may differ depending on the model or region. 5 Touch "Save". 198 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 305
data can be deleted or returned to their default settings: • Phone book data • Call history data • Speed dial data • Bluetooth® devices data • Phone sound setting • Bluetooth® setting • Sound setting "QWERTY": Latin characters, "QWERTY"-Layout "ABC": Latin characters, "ABC"-Layout 8 SETUP 199 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 306
1. SETUP OPERATION 3. DISPLAY SETTINGS You can adjust the contrast and brightness of the screen. You can also turn the display off. TURN OFF DISPLAY 1 2 3 Press the "SETUP" button. Touch "Display" on the "Setup" screen. Touch "Screen Off". 1 Press the "SETUP" button. 2 Touch "Display". The - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 307
changes to day or night mode. ADJUST CONTRAST/ BRIGHTNESS 1 2 3 Press the "SETUP" button. Touch "Display" on the "Setup" screen. Touch "General" or "Camera 4 INFORMATION Select "Contrast" or "Brightness" using the or . ● If the screen is set in day mode with the headlight switch turned on, this - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 308
® function switched on or off. can be 1 Touch "Bluetooth∗". 2 Touch "Bluetooth∗". 2 Touch "On" or "Off". INFORMATION 3 The following screen will be displayed. ● When Bluetooth® function is off, "Search for Bluetooth∗ Devices", "Make Discoverable", "Paired Device List", "Set PIN for Pairing - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 309
the PIN displayed on the screen, and then touch "Accept". 8 2 The following screen will be displayed while searching for a Bluetooth® device. If the device does not supports SSP (Secure Simple Pairing) Input the PIN displayed on the screen into the device. SETUP 6 The following screen will be - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 310
be connected. INFORMATION ● For details on device detection and the operation of your Bluetooth® device, see the manual that comes with the Bluetooth® device. ● The music profiles the paired device supports can be connected individually as desired. Some devices do not allow individual profiles to - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 311
". 1 Touch "Connect for Internet". When a Bluetooth® device is currently connected, a pop-up window supports SSP (Secure Simple Pairing) Confirm the PIN displayed on the screen, and then touch "Accept". If "Advanced" is selected. 8 1 Touch "Advanced". SETUP If the device does not supports - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 312
, "Advanced" is not displayed. ● When "Remember User Login Information" function is on, the entered user login information will be remembered for every login. (See page 208.) 2 Touch the desired device. The tone of the icons show which profiles the device supports. (Dimmed icons are not available - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 313
THE DEVICE NAME SETTING PIN To change the PIN. 1 2 3 Touch "Rename XX". Input the device name. Touch "OK". 1 Touch "Set PIN for Pairing". or disconnected. A 4 to 8-digit PIN can be selected. 3 "Connect All": Touch to connect all supported profiles. "Disconnect All": Touch to disconnect all - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 314
To change the internet settings. No. Function Touch to turn the automatic download of addresses function on or off. Touch to turn the show cost warning function on or off. When this function is activated, a pop-up window will be displayed before using Entune service. Touch to turn the show roaming - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 315
following functions can be set. No. Function Touch to select a ringtone. No ringtone, the phone's ringtone and the system's 4 ringtones are available for selection. Touch to turn the incoming short message announcement function "On" or "Off". Touch to turn the incoming Email announcement function - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 316
1. SETUP OPERATION 6. AUDIO SETTINGS HD Radio™ system can be set using the following procedure: 4 Select the desired setting from "HD Radio/Analog Setting". 1 Press the "SETUP" button. Screen button "All" Function Touch to receive both analog - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 317
SETUP OPERATION 7. VEHICLE SETTINGS∗ Vehicle customization settings can be changed. 1 Press the "SETUP" button. 2 Touch "Vehicle". 3 Touch the desired items to be set. 8 SETUP For a list of the settings that can be changed, see "Owner's Manual". 4 After changing the settings, touch "Save - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 318
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using tire chains or emergency tires. • On an uneven road, such as a slope. With rear view monitor guide lines (If equipped) ● Always check the vehicle surrounding area, because the guide lines are ancillary lines. ● The guide lines are ancillary lines and do not change even if the steering wheel - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 320
angle of the camera may change. Be sure to have the camera's position and mounting angle checked at your Toyota dealer. ● As the camera has a bumper of the vehicle. Vehicle center guide lines (blue) These lines indicate the estimated vehicle center on the ground. 9 INFORMATION ● If the camera - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 321
of bumper INFORMATION ● The area detected by the camera is limited. The camera does not detect objects which are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper. The actual camera location may differ depending on the vehicle. For details, see the Pictorial index of "Owner's Manual". 216 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 322
directly into the camera lens ● When the camera is used under fluorescent lights, sodium lights, or mercury lights etc., the lights and the illuminated areas may appear to flicker. If a bright light (for example, sunlight reflected off the vehicle body) is picked up by the camera, the smear effect - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 323
of the following situations, there is a margin of error between the guide lines on the screen and the actual distance/course on the road. When the grade behind the vehicle slopes down sharply, objects appear to be closer than they actually are. When the grade behind the vehicle slopes up sharply - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 324
m) The distance that appears on the screen between three-dimensional objects (such as vehicles) and flat surfaces (such as the road) and the actual distance differ as follows. • In reality, and = < ( and are equally far away; is farther than 9 ). However, on the screen, the situation appears to - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 325
1. REAR VIEW MONITOR SYSTEM 220 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 326
maintenance information. 5 When trouble arises What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire, or is involved in an accident. 6 Vehicle specifications Detailed vehicle information. 7 For owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, seat belt and SRS airbag instructions - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 327
Owner's Manual Please note that this manual applies to all models and all equipment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle. All specifications provided in this manual and accessories for Toyota vehicles are currently available on - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 328
-lock brake system ● SRS airbag system ● Seat belt pretensioner system Be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation of a mobile two-way radio system. High voltage parts and cables on the hybrid vehicles emit approximately the same - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 329
• Electric motor speed (traction motor speed) • Accelerator status • Brake status • Vehicle speed • Shift position The data recorded varies according to the grade level and options the vehicle is equipped with. The computers do not record conversations, sound or pictures. ● Data usage Toyota may use - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 330
in an EDR to a third party except when: • An agreement from the vehicle's owner (or the lessee for a leased vehicle) is obtained • In response to an official law or a government agency • For use by Toyota in a law suit However, if necessary, Toyota may: • • Use the data for research on vehicle safety - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 331
Toyota dealer before you scrap your vehicle. Perchlorate Material Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 332
CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 333
Symbols used throughout this manual Cautions & Notices CAUTION This is a warning against something which, do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Toyota and its equipment. Symbols used in illustrations Safety symbol The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means "Do not", " - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 334
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Be sure you are closely familiar with the characteristics of your vehicle, and operate with care. The hybrid system combines the use of a gasoline engine and an electric motor (traction motor) according to driving conditions, improving fuel efficiency and reducing exhaust emissions. Gasoline engine - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 336
1-1. Hybrid system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 337
1-1. Hybrid system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 338
1-1. Hybrid system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 339
1-1. Hybrid system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 340
hot when the hybrid system is operating. Obey the caution labels attached to the vehicle. 1 Before driving Caution label Service plug Air conditioning compressor Electric motor (traction motor) Power control unit with DC/ DC converter Hybrid battery (traction battery) High voltage cables - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 341
hybrid system, contact your Toyota dealer. Hybrid warning message A message is automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in the hybrid system or an improper operation is attempted. If a warning message is shown on the multi-information display, read the message and follow the instructions - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 342
1-1. Hybrid system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 343
1-1. Hybrid system CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 344
1-1. Hybrid system CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 345
1-1. Hybrid system NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 346
m onit or/c onsum pt ion sc re e n You can view the status of your hybrid system on the multi-information display and Display Audio system. Display Audio system (if equipped) Multi display Push the "DISP" switch on the steering wheel several times to select the energy monitor display. 35 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 347
motor) Multi-information display When the vehicle is powered by the gasoline engine When the vehicle is powered by both the gasoline engine and the electric motor (traction motor) When the vehicle is charging the hybrid battery (traction battery) When there is no energy flow 36 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 348
1-1. Hybrid system Display Audio system Hybrid battery (traction battery) status Multi-information display 1 Low Full Low Full Before driving These images are examples only, and may vary slightly from actual conditions. 37 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 349
". Fuel consumption in the past 15 minutes Displays the average vehicle speed since the hybrid system was started. Displays the driving time since the hybrid system was started. Cruising range Regenerated energy in the past 15 minutes One symbol indicates 50 Wh. Up to 5 symbols are shown. The image - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 350
Hybrid system Fuel consumption screen (Multi-information display) There are 2 menu items available for the fuel consumption screen. After pressing the "DISP" switch, select one of the menu items below and the system will change to the details screen. The "5min Consumption", "Past Record" and "ECO - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 351
1-1. Hybrid system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 352
1-1. Hybrid system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 353
1 -1 . H ybrid syst e m H ybrid ve hicle driving t ips For economical and ecological driving, pay attention to the following points: - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 354
1-1. Hybrid system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 355
keys are provided with the vehicle. Vehicles without a smart key system (vehicles without immobilizer system) Master keys Operating the wireless remote control function (→P. 61) Valet key Key number plate Vehicles without a smart key system (vehicles with immobilizer system) Master keys Operating - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 356
only has grooves on one side. If the key cannot be inserted in a lock cylinder, turn it over and re-attempt to insert it. After using the mechanical key, store it in the electronic key. Carry the mechanical key together with the electronic key. If the electronic key battery is depleted or the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 357
1-2. Key information NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 358
the electronic key.) 1 Before driving Electronic key Electronic key Electronic key Unlocks and locks the side doors (→P. 48) Unlocks and locks the back door (→P. 49) Starts the hybrid system (→P. 162) ∗: If equipped 47 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 359
sensor on the back of the handle. The doors cannot be unlocked for 3 seconds after the doors are locked. *: The door unlock settings can be changed. (→P. 53) Touch the lock sensor (the indentation on the side of the door handle) to lock the doors. 48 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 360
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors Unlocking and locking the back door Press the button to unlock the back door. The door cannot be unlocked for 3 seconds after the door is locked. 1 Before driving Press the button to lock the back door. 49 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 361
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors Antenna location and effective range - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 362
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 363
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 364
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 365
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 366
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 367
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 368
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 369
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 370
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 371
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 372
1 -3 . Ope ning, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors Wire le ss re m ot e c ont rol The wireless remote control can be used to lock and unlock the vehicle. Vehicles without a smart key system Locks all the doors Unlocks all the doors Before driving 1 Pressing the button unlocks - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 373
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 374
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 375
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 376
1 -3 . Ope ning, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors Side doors The vehicle can be locked and unlocked using the entry function, wireless remote control, key or door lock switch. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 377
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 378
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors Rear door child-protector lock The door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when the lock is set. Unlock Lock These locks can be set to prevent children from opening the rear doors. Push down on each rear door switch to lock both rear doors. 1 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 379
) Operation Shifting the shift lever out of P locks all doors. Shifting the shift lever to P unlocks all doors. All doors are locked when the vehicle speed is approximately 12 mph (20 km/h) or higher. All doors are unlocked when the driver's door is opened within 45 seconds after turning the engine - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 380
to the desired function to be set are shown as follows. Use the same procedure to cancel the function. Function Shift position linked door locking function Shift position linked door unlocking function Speed linked door locking function Driver's door linked door unlocking function Shift - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 381
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 382
1 -3 . Ope ning, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors Ba ck door The back door can be locked/unlocked and opened by the following procedures. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 383
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors When closing the back door Lower the back door using the back door handle, and make sure to push the back door down from the outside to close it. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 384
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 385
caught. ● When closing the back door, make sure to press it lightly on its outer surface. If the back door handle is used to fully close the back door, it may result in hands or be caught and injured. When installing an accessory part to the back door, using a genuine Toyota part is recommended. 74 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 386
1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 387
1 -4 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Front se at s Seat position lever adjustment Seatback angle adjustment lever Vertical height adjustment lever (if equipped) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 388
1 -4 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Re a r se at s The seatbacks of the rear seats can be folded down. Folding down the rear seatbacks - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 389
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) STEP 3 STEP 4 Remove the outside head restraints. (→P. 81) Lower the center head restraint to the lowest position. (→P. 81) - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 390
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 391
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 392
1 -4 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) H e a d re st ra int s Head restraints are provided for all seats. Vehicles with adjustable type head restraints Up Pull the head restraint up. 1 Down Push the head restraint down while pushing the lock release button. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 393
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) STEP 2 Pull the head restraint up while pressing the lock release button. Lock release buttons - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 394
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 395
1 -4 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Se at be lt s Make sure that all occupants are wearing their seat belts before driving the vehicle. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 396
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Rear center seat belt - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 397
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 398
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) STEP 2 B Holding tab "A" and "B" together, insert both tabs all the way into the cover on the roof. 1 Before driving A STEP 3 A B With tab "B" inserted all the way into the cover, move tab "A" slightly back toward the cover's inlet - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 399
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Seat belt pretensioners (front seats) The pretensioner helps the seat belt to quickly restrain the occupant by retracting the seat belt when the vehicle is - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 400
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 401
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 402
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 403
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 404
1 -4 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) St e e ring w he e l The steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position. STEP 1 Hold the steering wheel and push the lever down. 1 Before driving STEP 2 Adjust to the ideal position by moving the steering - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 405
. Adjusting the height of rear view mirror Adjust the height of the rear view mirror by moving it up and down. Anti-glare function Reflected light from the headlights of vehicles behind can be reduced by operating the lever. Normal position Anti-glare position 94 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 406
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 407
. Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Out side re a r vie w m irrors Mirror angle can be adjusted using the switch. STEP 1 To select a mirror to adjust, press the switch. Left Right STEP 2 To adjust the mirror, press the switch. Up Right Down Left - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 408
1-4. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 409
a nd c losing t he w indow s a nd m oon roof Pow e r w indow s ∗ The power windows can be opened and closed using the switches. Operating the switch moves the windows as follows: Closing One-touch closing (driver's window only)* Opening One-touch opening (driver's window only)* *: Pushing the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 410
1-5. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 411
roof STEP 1 Hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing position. Continue holding the switch for a further 6 seconds after the window has closed. STEP 2 Hold the power window switch in the one switch in the one-touch closing position window is moving, start again from the beginning - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 412
M oon roof ∗ 1 -5 . Ope ning a nd c losing t he w indow s a nd m oon roof Use the overhead switches to open and close the moon roof and tilt it up and down. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 413
1-5. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 414
1-5. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 415
1-5. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 416
1 -6 . Re fue ling Ope ning t he fue l t a nk c a p Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap: - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 417
1-6. Refueling STEP 3 Hang the fuel tank cap on the back of the fuel filler door. Closing the fuel tank cap After refueling, turn the fuel tank cap until you hear a click. Once the cap is released, it will turn slightly in the opposite direction. 106 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 418
1-6. Refueling - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 419
1-6. Refueling CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 420
1-6. Refueling NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 421
-in transponder chips that prevent the hybrid system from starting if a key has not been previously light flashes after the "POWER" switch has been turned off to indicate that the system is operating. The indicator light stops flashing after the "POWER" switch has been turned to ACCESSORY or ON mode - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 422
1-7. Theft deterrent system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 423
1 -7 . T he ft de t e rre nt syst e m T he ft preve nt ion la be ls These labels are attached to the vehicle to reduce vehicle theft by facilitating the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles. Do not remove under penalty of law. 112 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 424
(→P. 76) Adjust the seatback so that the controls are easily operable. (→P. 76) Adjust the tilt and telescopic positions of the steering wheel downward so the airbag is facing your chest. (→P. 93) Vehicles with adjustable type head restraints: Lock the head restraint in place with the center of the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 425
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 426
. They work together with the seat belts to help reduce the risk of death or serious injury. 1 Before driving SRS front airbags SRS driver airbag/front passenger airbag Can help protect the head and chest of the driver and front passenger from impact with interior components. SRS driver knee - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 427
Safety information SRS side and curtain shield airbags SRS side airbags Can help protect the torso of the front seat occupants. SRS curtain shield airbags Can help protect primarily the head of occupants in the outer seats. Other SRS airbags SRS seat cushion airbags Can help restrain the driver and - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 428
system components 1 Before driving Curtain shield airbags SRS warning light and "AIR BAG ON" and "AIR BAG OFF" indicator lights Side airbags Side impact sensors (rear) Front passenger's cushion airbag seat Driver's seat cushion airbag Side impact sensors (front) Seat belt pretensioners and - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 429
1-8. Safety information Your vehicle is equipped with ADVANCED AIRBAGS designed based on the US motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS208). The airbag sensor assembly (ECU) controls airbag deployment based on information obtained from the sensors etc. shown in the system components diagram above. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 430
1-8. Safety information - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 431
1-8. Safety information - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 432
1-8. Safety information - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 433
1-8. Safety information - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 434
airbags to inflate. 1 Before driving ● The pad section of the steering wheel, dashboard near the front passenger airbag airbag is scratched, cracked or otherwise damaged. ● The portion of the front pillars, rear pillars or roof side rail garnishes (padding) containing the curtain shield airbags - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 435
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 436
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 437
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 438
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 439
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 440
system. This system detects the conditions of the front passenger seat and activates or deactivates the devices for the front passenger. 1 Before driving SRS warning light "AIR BAG OFF" indicator light "AIR BAG ON" indicator light Seat belt reminder - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 441
1-8. Safety information Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 442
1-8. Safety information - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 443
passenger seat. A forward-facing child restraint system should only be installed on the front passenger seat when it is unavoidable. (→P. 134) : In case the indicator light is not illuminated, consult this manual on how to install the child restraint system properly. (→P. 138) CAUTION *6 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 444
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 445
one on the front passenger seat. ● Choose a child restraint system that suits your vehicle and is appropriate to the age and size of the child. ● For installation details, follow the instructions provided with the child restraint system. General installation instructions are provided in this manual - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 446
1-8. Safety information Forward facing - Convertible seat 1 Before driving Booster seat - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 447
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 448
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 449
t y inform a t ion I nst a lling child re st ra int s Follow the child restraint system manufacturer's instructions. Firmly secure child restraints to the rear seats using the LATCH anchors or a seat belt. Attach the top tether strap when installing a child restraint. The lap/shoulder belt can be - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 450
Latch the hooks of the lower straps onto the LATCH anchors. If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchor. For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system. Before - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 451
tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchor. For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system. Canada only Installing child restraints using a seat belt (child restraint lock function belt) - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 452
that the belt is not twisted. 1 Before driving STEP 3 Fully extend the shoulder belt and allow it to retract to put it in lock mode. In lock mode, the belt cannot be extended. STEP 4 While pushing the child restraint system down into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 453
1-8. Safety information - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 454
the belt, pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended. 1 Before driving STEP 6 If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchor. (→P. 144) Place the child restraint system on the seat facing the front of the vehicle. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 455
339) Remove the head restraint (→P. 81) Secure the child restraint system using the LATCH anchors or a seat belt. Open the anchor bracket cover, latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top tether strap. Make sure the top tether strap is securely latched. STEP 4 STEP 5 Reinstall the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 456
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 457
1-8. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 458
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Driving t he ve hicle The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driving: - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 459
2-1. Driving procedures Starting off on a steep uphill STEP 1 Make sure that the parking brake is set and shift the shift lever to D. Gently depress the accelerator pedal. Release the parking brake. STEP 2 STEP 3 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 460
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 461
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 462
engine braking (shift position B) to maintain a safe speed when driving down a steep hill. Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose effectiveness. (→P. 174) ● Do not adjust the positions of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or outside rear view mirrors while - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 463
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 464
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 465
if the curved glass is coated with a metallized film such as a silver-colored one. Reflected sunlight may cause the glass to act as a lens, causing a fire. ● Always apply the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P, stop the hybrid system and lock the vehicle. Do not leave the vehicle unattended - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 466
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 467
2-1. Driving procedures NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 468
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Engine (ignition) sw itch (vehicles w ithout a smart key system) - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 469
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 470
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 471
2-1. Driving procedures NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 472
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Pow er (ignition) sw itch (vehicles w ith a smart key system) Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on your person starts the hybrid system or changes "POWER" switch modes. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 473
2-1. Driving procedures STEP 5 Check that the "READY" indicator is on. If the "READY" indicator changes from a flashing light to a solid light and a beep sound, the hybrid system is starting normally. The vehicle will not move when the "READY" indicator is off. The vehicle can move when the "READY - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 474
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 475
system with the shift lever in a position other than P If the hybrid system is stopped with the shift lever in a position other than P, the "POWER" switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to ACCESSORY mode. Perform the following procedure to turn the switch off: STEP 1 STEP 2 Check - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 476
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 477
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 478
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 479
2-1. Driving procedures NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 480
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s EV drive m ode In EV drive mode, the electric motor (traction motor), powered by the hybrid battery (traction battery), is used to drive the vehicle. This mode allows you to drive in residential areas early in the morning and late at night, or in indoor parking lots etc - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 481
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 482
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 483
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s H ybrid t ra nsm ission Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 484
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 485
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 486
n signa l leve r The turn signal lever can be used to show the following intentions of the driver: Right turn Left turn Lane change to the right (push and hold the lever partway) The right hand signals will flash until you release the lever. Lane change to the left (push and hold the lever partway - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 487
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Pa rk ing bra ke To set the parking brake, fully pull the parking brake lever while depressing the brake pedal. To release the parking brake, slightly raise the lever and lower it completely while pressing the button. 2 When driving U.S.A. Canada - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 488
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s H or n To sound the horn, press on or close to the mark. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 489
2 -2 . I nst rum e nt c lust e r Ga uge s a nd m e t e rs 2 When driving Speedometer Displays the vehicle speed. Shift position display Displays the selected shift position. (→P. 173) Fuel gauge Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank. Multi-information display Presents the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 490
2-2. Instrument cluster Instrument panel light control The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted by turning the dial. Brighter Darker - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 491
2-2. Instrument cluster NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 492
nt c lust e r I ndic at ors a nd w a r ning light s The indicators and warning lights on the instrument cluster inform the driver of the status of the vehicle's various systems. For the purpose of explanation, the following illustration displays all indicators and warning lights illuminated. 182 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 493
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 494
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 495
of driving-related data including the current outside air temperature. ● Drive information Displays information such as the hybrid system operating conditions and fuel consumption. 2 ● Settings and screen off Perform operations such as changing the date/time and screen settings. When driving - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 496
off. (→P. 197) If an audio/navigation system is used that is not compatible with the steering switches in this vehicle, the audio switch display may not operate correctly. Switching the display Press the "DISP" switch on the steering wheel to change the displayed item. The "TRIP" switch may also - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 497
the odometer or trip meter is displayed, the displayed contents differ. Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a reference. ● When the odometer is displayed: the average fuel consumption since the hybrid system was started is displayed. ● When the trip meter is displayed: the average fuel - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 498
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 499
pressed, the menu screen changes. When the desired menu hybrid system can be confirmed. (→P. 35) "Drive Information" Average speed , driving time, EV driving rate/EV driven distance, cruising range and outside temperature (→P. 331) are displayed. (→P. 190) "ECO Score" Evaluates the level of Eco - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 500
"* Displays eco savings record. (→P. 194) "Past Record"* Displays the best 3 fuel consumption records and the current fuel consumption ranking. Fuel consumption can also be displayed by the month. (→P. 40) "Settings & Screen Off" Operations such as changing each screen's setting and the date/time - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 501
trip meter is reset, the record is also reset. (→P. 188) Average speed Average speed will be displayed. Driving time Driving time will be displayed. EV driving rate/EV driven distance EV driving rate and driven distance (percentage and distance driven using just the electric motor [traction motor - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 502
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 503
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 504
2-2. Instrument cluster The cost of consumed fuel per mile/kilometer (your car) The more fuel efficient your driving is, the further left the vehicle mark moves. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 505
* status. Regenerated energy will be used to charge the hybrid battery (traction battery). *: When used in this manual, "regeneration" refers to the conversion of energy created by the movement of the vehicle into electrical energy. Hybrid Eco area Shows that gasoline engine power is not - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 506
. Always perform this operation after stopping the vehicle in a safe place. (Some items cannot be set while driving.) Press the "DISP" switch on the steering wheel to move the cursor. To switch to the settings screen, press and hold the "DISP" switch while the cursor is on the desired item. 196 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 507
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 508
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 509
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 510
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 511
2-2. Instrument cluster CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 512
H e a dlight sw it ch The headlights can be operated manually. Turning the end of the lever turns on the lights as follows: Type A The daytime running lights turn on. The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, daytime running lights and instrument panel lights turn on. The headlights and all - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 513
turn on. The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, daytime running lights and instrument panel lights turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above (except daytime running lights) turn on. 2 When driving Turning on the high beam headlights With the headlights on, push the lever away - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 514
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 515
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 516
2 -3 . Ope ra t ing t he light s a nd w ipe rs Fog light sw it ch ∗ The fog lights secure excellent visibility in difficult driving conditions, such as in rain and fog. Type A Turns the front fog lights off Turns the front fog lights on ∗: If equipped 206 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 517
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers Type B Turns the front fog lights off Turns the front fog lights on 2 When driving - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 518
. Ope ra t ing t he light s a nd w ipe rs Windshie ld w ipe rs a nd w a she r The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows: Type A Intermittent windshield wiper operation Low speed windshield wiper operation High speed windshield wiper operation Temporary operation Increases the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 519
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers Washer/wiper dual operation The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. 2 Type B When driving Intermittent windshield wiper operation Low speed windshield wiper operation High speed windshield wiper operation Temporary - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 520
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers Washer/wiper dual operation The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 521
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 522
2 -3 . Ope ra t ing t he light s a nd w ipe rs Re a r w indow w ipe r a nd w a she r ∗ The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows: Type A Intermittent window wiper operation Normal - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 523
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers Type B Intermittent window wiper operation Normal window wiper operation Washer/wiper operation Washer/wiper operation dual dual 2 When driving The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 524
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 525
2 -4 . U sing ot he r driving syst e m s Cruise c ont rol ∗ Use the cruise control to maintain a set speed without depressing the accelerator pedal. Indicators Cruise control switch 2 When driving - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 526
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 527
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 528
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 529
2 -4 . U sing ot he r driving syst e m s Driving a ssist syst e m s To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following systems operate automatically in response to various driving situations. Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and should not be relied upon too - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 530
2-4. Using other driving systems When the TRAC/VSC/ABS/hill-start assist control systems are operating The slip indicator light will flash while the TRAC/VSC/ABS/hillstart assist control systems are operating. The stop lights and high mounted stoplight turn on when the hillstart assist control - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 531
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 532
off and temporarily maintains braking power even if the foot is removed from the brake pedal when starting off on an incline or a slippery slope. To engage hill-start assist control, further depress the brake pedal when the vehicle is stopped completely. A buzzer will sound once to indicate - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 533
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 534
be riding in your vehicle. (3)Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. (4)The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 535
to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. (→P. 490) Toyota does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Your vehicle is not designed for trailer towing. Example based on your vehicle Cargo capacity Total load capacity 2 When driving - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 536
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 537
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 538
2 -5 . Driving inform a t ion Ve hicle loa d lim it s Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, towing capacity and cargo capacity. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 539
2 -5 . Driving inform a t ion Wint e r driving t ips Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 540
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 541
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 542
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 543
does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Toyota also does not recommend the installation of a tow hitch or the use of a tow hitch carrier for a wheelchair, scooter, bicycle, etc. Your vehicle is not designed for trailer towing or for the use of tow hitch mounted carriers. 2 When - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 544
2 -5 . Driving inform a t ion Dinghy t ow ing Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on the ground) behind a motor home. NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 545
2-5. Driving information 2 When driving 235 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 546
2-5. Driving information 236 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 547
adjusted according to the temperature setting. Cooling and dehumidification Temperature display function on/off button Fan speed display Air outlet display Windshield defogger button Outside/recirculated air mode button Air outlet selector button Temperature control dial "OFF" button Fan - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 548
to decrease the fan speed. Press to turn the fan off. to increase the STEP 2 To adjust the temperature setting, turn increase the temperature and turn decrease the temperature. clockwise to counterclockwise to STEP 3 To change the air outlets, press . The air outlets used are switched each - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 549
and defogger Defogging the windshield Press . The dehumidification function operates and fan speed increases. Set the outside/recirculated air mode button to the outside air mode if the recirculated air mode is used. (It may switch automatically.) To defog the windshield and the side windows - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 550
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Air flows to the upper body and feet. : Some models Air flows mainly to the feet. * * *: When the warming function is operating, air flows to the upper body as well to warm the upper body effectively. 3 Interior features : Some models Air - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 551
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes Press . The mode switches between outside air mode (the indicator is off) and recirculated air mode (the indicator is on) each time the button is pressed. Adjusting the position of and - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 552
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Open the vent. Close the vent. Steering wheel switches Temperature control 3 Press "∧" on to increase to Interior features the temperature and "∨" decrease the temperature. Outside air or recirculated air mode The mode switches between - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 553
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 554
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 555
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 556
U sing t he a ir c ondit ioning syst e m a nd de fogge r Rear w indow and outside rear view mirror defoggers Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove raindrops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors. Turns the defoggers on/off The defoggers - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 557
syst e m t ype s Without Display Audio system CD player and AM/FM radio Title Using the radio Using the CD player Playing back MP3 and WMA discs Operating an iPod Operating a USB memory Optimal use of the audio system Using the AUX port Page P. 252 P. 254 P. 259 P. 266 P. 274 P. 282 P. 285 246 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 558
3-2. Using the audio system With Display Audio system Owners of models equipped with a Display Audio system should refer to the "Display Audio System Owner's Manual". 3 Interior features - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 559
3-2. Using the audio system CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 560
the audio system CAUTION Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 561
3-2. Using the audio system CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 562
3-2. Using the audio system CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 563
ra dio Power Volume Station selector Adjusting the frequency or selecting items Seeking the frequency Scanning for receivable stations AM/FM mode button Setting station presets or pressing "∧" STEP 1 Search for desired stations by turning or "∨" on . STEP 2 Press and hold a desired station - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 564
3-2. Using the audio system Scanning radio stations - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 565
Displays text message Loading CDs Insert a CD. Ejecting CDs Press and remove the CD. Selecting a track or press "∧" to move up or "∨" to move down using Turn until the desired track number is displayed. 254 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 566
3-2. Using the audio system Selecting a track from a track list STEP 1 Press . The track list will be displayed. STEP 2 Turn and press to select a track. (BACK). To - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 567
3-2. Using the audio system Switching the display Press . or (BACK). To return to the previous display, press - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 568
3-2. Using the audio system CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 569
3-2. Using the audio system NOTICE ● CDs with a transparent or translucent recording area ● CDs that have had tape, stickers or CDR labels attached to them, or that have had the label peeled off - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 570
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m Pla ying ba ck M P3 a nd WM A disc s Power Volume Disc eject Random playback Repeat play Selecting a file or displays folder list 3 Search playback Selecting a file Playback Interior features Selecting a folder, fastforwarding or reversing Displays text - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 571
3-2. Using the audio system STEP 2 Turn and press to select a folder and a file. (BACK). To return to the previous display, press - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 572
3-2. Using the audio system Random playback Pressing (RDM) changes modes in the following order: Folder random → Disc random → Off Repeat play Pressing (RPT) changes modes in the following order: File repeat → Folder repeat* → Off *: Available except when RDM (random playback) is selected - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 573
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 574
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 575
disc formats can be used. • Disc formats: CD-ROM Mode 1 and Mode 2 CD-ROM XA Mode 2, Form 1 and Maximum directory hierarchy: 8 levels • Maximum length of folder names/file names: 32 characters Ver. 2.2, 2.3 ID3 tags. (The number of characters is based on ID3 Ver. 1.0 and 1.1.) WMA tags can be added - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 576
can be played. ● Extensions If the file extensions .mp3 and .wma are used for files other than MP3 and WMA files, they will be mistakenly recognized and the encoding and the file format, poor sound quality or noise at the start of playback may result. In some cases, playback may not be possible at - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 577
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m Ope rat ing a n iPod Connecting an iPod enables you to enjoy music from the vehicle speakers. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 578
3-2. Using the audio system Selecting a play mode STEP 1 Press Turning lowing order: (BROWSE) to select iPod menu mode. clockwise changes the play mode in the fol- STEP 2 "Playlists"→"Artists"→"Albums"→"Songs"→"Podcasts"→"Genres" →"Composers"→"Audiobooks" STEP 3 Press to select the desired - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 579
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 580
3-2. Using the audio system Fast-forwarding and reversing songs To fast-forward or reverse, press and hold ( ). ( ) or Shuffle playback Pressing (RDM) changes modes in the following order: Track shuffle → Album shuffle → Off Repeat play Press (RPT). (RPT) again. 3 To cancel, press Interior - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 581
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 582
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 583
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 584
3-2. Using the audio system NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 585
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m Ope rat ing a U SB m e m or y Connecting a USB memory enables you to enjoy music from the vehicle speakers. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 586
3-2. Using the audio system Selecting a folder - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 587
3-2. Using the audio system Scanning files STEP 1 Press . again. The first Folder random → Disc random → Off Repeat play Pressing (RPT) changes modes in the following order: File repeat → Folder repeat* → Off *: Available except when RDM (random playback) is selected Switching the display Press - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 588
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 589
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 590
3-2. Using the audio 32-160 (kbps) MPEG2.5: 8-160 (kbps) • Compatible channel modes: stereo, joint stereo, dual channel and monaural ● WMA file compatibility 1.0, 1.1, and Ver. 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 ID3 tags. (The number of characters is based on ID3 Ver. 1.0 and 1.1.) WMA tags can be added to WMA files, - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 591
to USB memory mode, the USB memory will start playing the first file in the first folder. If the same device is removed and reinserted (and the contents have not been changed), the USB memory will resume play from the same point in which it was last used. ● Extensions If the file extensions .mp3 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 592
3-2. Using the audio system NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 593
. U sing t he a udio syst e m Opt im a l use of t he a udio syst e m Displays the current mode Changes the following settings • Sound quality and volume balance (→P. 283) The sound quality and balance setting can be changed to produce the best sound. • Automatic Sound Levelizer on/off (→P. 284 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 594
3-2. Using the audio system Using the audio control function - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 595
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 596
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m U sing t he AU X por t This port can be used to connect a portable audio device and listen to it through the vehicle's speakers. STEP 1 Open the cover and connect the portable audio device. STEP 2 Press until "AUX" is displayed. 3 Interior features - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 597
be controlled using the switches on the steering wheel. Operation may Changing the audio source Press when the audio system is turned on. The audio source is pressed. If a mode cannot be changes as follows each time used, it will be skipped. AM → FM → CD mode → iPod or USB memory mode → Bluetooth - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 598
3-2. Using the audio system Adjusting the volume Press "+" on ume. to increase the volume and "-" to decrease a beep. Selecting a track/file or song STEP 1 Press to select CD, iPod, USB memory or Bluetooth® audio mode. Press "∧" or "∨" on song. to select the desired track/file or STEP 2 287 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 599
3-2. Using the audio system Selecting a folder or album (MP3 and WMA, USB memory and Bluetooth® audio) STEP 1 Press mode. to select CD, USB memory or Bluetooth® audio STEP 2 Press and hold "∧" or "∨" on until you hear a beep. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 600
3 -3 . U sing t he Blue t oot h ® a udio syst e m Blue t oot h ® a udio/phone - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 601
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 602
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 603
3 -3 . U sing t he Blue t oot h ® a udio syst e m U sing t he Blue t oot h ® a udio/phone - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 604
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 605
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system Using the Bluetooth® audio/phone for the first time Before using the Bluetooth® audio/phone, it is necessary to register a Bluetooth® device in the system. Follow the procedure below to register (pair) a device: STEP 1 Press and select "Bluetooth" using . - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 606
" "BT Power" Third menu "Device Name" "Device Address" Operation details Registering a Bluetooth® device Listing the registered cellular phones Listing the registered portable players Changing the passkey Setting automatic connection of the device on or off Displaying the device status Setting - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 607
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system First menu Second menu Third menu "Add contacts" "Add SD" "Delete Call History" "Delete contacts" Operation details Adding a new number Registering a speed dial Deleting a number stored in the call history Deleting a number stored in the phonebook Deleting - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 608
t oot h ® a udio syst e m Ope rat ing a Blue t oot h ® e na ble d por ta ble pla ye r Power Volume Selecting an album, fast-forwarding or reversing Repeat play Random playback Selecting items 3 Playback Search - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 609
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system Scanning tracks STEP 1 Press . again. The first 10 → All track random → Off Repeat play Pressing (RPT) changes modes in the following order: Track repeat → Album repeat* → Off *: Available except when RDM (random playback) is selected Switching the display - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 610
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 611
3 -3 . U sing t he Blue t oot h ® a udio syst e m M a k ing a phone c a ll To enter the "PHONE" mode, press the off-hook switch. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 612
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system Dialing by selecting a name STEP 1 Select "Phonebook" using . STEP 2 Select the desired name using switch. and press the off-hook By pressing (Add S. Dial) and then one of the speed dial but- tons (from to ) while the desired name is selected, it can - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 613
the Bluetooth® audio system Dialing from call histories STEP 1 Select "All calls", "Missed calls", "Incoming calls" or "Outgoing calls" using . STEP 2 Select the desired number using hook switch. and press the off- The following operations can be performed: ● Registering a number as a speed - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 614
Using the Bluetooth® audio system Operations during a call ● Transferring a call A call can be transferred between the cellular phone and system while dialing, receiving a call, or during a call. Use one of the following methods: a. Operate the cellular phone. Refer to the manual and use to input - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 615
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system Adjusting the ringtone volume when receiving a call Change the ringtone volume using . To decrease the volume: Turn counterclockwise. To increase the volume: Turn clockwise. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 616
3 -3 . U sing t he Blue t oot h ® a udio syst e m U sing t he "SET U P" m e nu ("Blue t oot h" m e nu) Registering a Bluetooth® device in the system allows the system to function. The following functions can be used for registered devices: - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 617
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system Registering a portable player Select "Pairing" using , and perform the procedure for register- ing a portable player. (→P. 294) Listing the registered cellular phones Select "List Phone" using phones will be displayed. . The list of registered cellular ● - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 618
Using the Bluetooth® audio system Listing the registered portable players Select "List Audio" using ers will be displayed. . The list of registered portable play- ● Connecting the registered portable player to the audio system STEP 1 Select the name of the portable player to be connected using - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 619
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system Changing the passkey STEP 1 Select "Passkey" using . STEP 2 Select a 4 to 8-digit passkey using Input the number 1 digit at a time. . STEP 3 When the entire number to be registered as a passkey has been input, press again. again is If the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 620
® audio system Displaying the device status Select "Bluetooth info" using ● Displaying the device name Select "Device Name" using ● Displaying the device address Select "Device Address" using . . . 3 Setting the automatic connection confirmation display to on or off If the "Display Setting - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 621
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system Initialization Select "Initialize" using . ● Initializing the sound settings Select "Sound setting" using and press (YES). For details about sound settings: →P. 311 ● Initializing the device information Select "Car Device Info" using and press (YES). - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 622
3 -3 . U sing t he Blue t oot h ® a udio syst e m U sing t he "SET U P" m e nu ("Phone " m e nu) - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 623
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system Adding a new phone number Select "Add contacts" using . ● Transferring all contacts from the cellular phone Select "Overwrite all contacts" using (YES). ● Transferring one contact from the cellular phone Select "Add one contact" using Setting speed dials - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 624
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system Deleting call histories Select "Delete Call History" using ● Deleting outgoing call history STEP 1 . Select "Outgoing Calls" using . STEP 2 Select the desired phone number using (YES). and press 3 To delete all outgoing call history data, press then - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 625
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system ● Deleting missed call history STEP 1 Select "Missed Calls" using . STEP 2 Select the desired phone number using (YES). and press To delete all missed call history data, press press (YES). (ALL) and then ● Deleting a number from all call histories ( - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 626
another cellular phone's phonebook Interior features STEP 1 Select "Delete other PB" using . STEP 2 Select the desired phonebook using (YES). and press Setting call volume STEP 1 STEP 2 Select "Call Volume" using Change the call volume. To decrease the volume: Turn . counterclockwise. To - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 627
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system Setting ringtone volume STEP 1 STEP 2 Select "Ringtone Volume" using Change the ringtone volume. To decrease the volume: Turn . counterclockwise. To increase the volume: Turn clockwise. Setting ringtone STEP 1 Select "Ringtone" using . STEP 2 Using - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 628
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 629
3 -4 . U sing t he int e rior light s I nt e rior light s list Interior lights/personal lights (→P. 319) Luggage compartment light 318 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 630
3-4. Using the interior lights Interior lights/personal lights Interior lights/personal lights Interior lights Turns the lights off Turns the lights on/off linked to door positions Turns the lights on Personal lights Turns the lights on Turns the lights off 3 Interior features 319 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 631
3-4. Using the interior lights Interior lights/personal lights - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 632
3 -5 . U sing t he st ora ge fe a t ure s List of st ora ge fe at ure s 3 Interior features Bottle holders Auxiliary boxes (if equipped) Glove box Cup holders Console box (if equipped) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 633
3-5. Using the storage features Glove box and console box Glove box Pull up the lever to open the glove box. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 634
3-5. Using the storage features Console box Remove the lid at the bottom of the console box. Small items can be stored in this space. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 635
3-5. Using the storage features Auxiliary boxes Auxiliary boxes Type A Type B Type C 324 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 636
3-5. Using the storage features Auxiliary boxes Type D Type E (if equipped) 3 Interior features CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 637
3-5. Using the storage features Cup holders Cup holders Front Rear (type A) Rear (type B) Pull down the cup holder lid. 326 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 638
3-5. Using the storage features Cup holders and bottle holders CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 639
3-5. Using the storage features Bottle holders NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 640
3 -6 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Sun visors To set the visor in the forward position, flip it down. To set the visor in the side position, flip down, unhook, and swing it to the side. 3 Interior features 329 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 641
3 -6 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Va nit y m irrors Slide the cover to open. 330 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 642
3 -6 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Out side t e m pe rat ure displa y The temperature display shows temperatures within the range of -40° F (-40° C) an d 122° F (50° C). The outside temperature display of the "Drive Information" screen can be displayed by pressing the " - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 643
3-6. Other interior features - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 644
3 -6 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Pow e r out le t The power outlet can be used for 12 V accessories that run on less than 10 A. 3 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 645
3 -6 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Se at he at e rs ∗ Turns on the front left seat heater Turns on the front right seat heater The indicator light comes on. Push the switch once again to turn off the seat heater. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 646
3-6. Other interior features CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 647
3 -6 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Coat hook s ∗ CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 648
3 -6 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Floor m at Use only floor mats designed specifically for vehicles of the same model and model year as your vehicle. Fix them securely in place onto the carpet. STEP 1 Insert the retaining hooks (clips) into the floor mat eyelets. 3 STEP 2 * Turn - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 649
the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause the driver's floor mat to slip, possibly interfering with the pedals while driving. An unexpectedly high speed may result or it may become difficult to stop the vehicle, leading to a serious accident. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 650
3 -6 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Lugga ge c ove r ∗ - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 651
3-6. Other interior features - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 652
to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime condition: ● Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt and dust. ● Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a chamois. ● For hard-to-remove - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 653
4-1. Maintenance and care - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 654
4-1. Maintenance and care NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 655
4 -1 . M a int e na nc e a nd c a re Cle a ning a nd prot e c t ing t he ve hicle int e rior The following procedures will help protect your vehicle's interior and keep it in top condition: - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 656
4-1. Maintenance and care CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 657
4-1. Maintenance and care NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 658
4 -2 . M a int e na nc e M a int e na nc e re quire m e nt s To ensure safe and economical driving, day-to-day care and regular maintenance are essential. It is the owner's responsibility to perform regular checks. Toyota recommends performing the following maintenance: - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 659
4-2. Maintenance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 660
4-2. Maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 661
at the intervals specified in the "Owner's Warranty Information Booklet" or "Owner's Manual Supplement/Scheduled Maintenance Guide". It is recommended that any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice. Engine compartment Items - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 662
Maintenance Vehicle interior Items 12-volt battery of free play? (→P. 497) • The vehicle should not pull to one side when the brakes are applied. • The brakes should work effectively. the lights come on? Brake pedal Brakes Head restraints (Adjustable type) Hybrid transmission "Park" - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 663
4-2. Maintenance Items Check points • Does the parking brake lever operate normally? • When not be damaged. • Do the seat controls operate properly? • Does the steering wheel rotate smoothly? • Does the steering wheel have the correct amount of free play? • There should not be any strange sounds - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 664
4-2. Maintenance Vehicle exterior Items Doors Engine hood Check points • Do the doors operate smoothly? • Does the engine hood • The tires should not be damaged or excessively worn. • Have the tires been rotated according to the maintenance schedule? • The wheel nuts should not be loose. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 665
4 -2 . M a int e na nc e Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system monitors the operation of the emission control system. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 666
paper towel • Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid) • "Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" or a similar high quality ethylene glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology For the U.S.A.: "Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" is pre - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 667
screwdriver • Flathead screwdriver • Wrench Engine oil level (→P. 365) Fuses (→P. 400) Light bulbs (→P. 411) Radiator and condenser (→P. 371) ⎯ • Tire pressure gauge • Compressed air source • Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use) • Funnel (used only for adding water or - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 668
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury, observe the following precautions: - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 669
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 670
. The hood will pop up slightly. STEP 2 Pull up the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood. STEP 3 Hold the hood open by inserting the supporting rod into the slot. 360 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 671
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 672
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e Posit ioning a floor ja ck When raising your vehicle with a floor jack, position the jack correctly. Improper placement may damage your vehicle or cause injury. Front Rear 362 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 673
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 674
coolant radiator cap Power control unit coolant reservoir (→P. 369) Brake fluid reservoir (→P. 371) Engine coolant reservoir (→P. 369) Engine/power control unit coolant radiator (→P. 371) Electric cooling fan Condenser (→P. 371) Engine oil level dipstick (→P. 365) Washer fluid tank (→P. 374) 364 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 675
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Engine oil With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil level on the dipstick. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 676
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 677
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 678
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 679
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Coolant Engine coolant reservoir The coolant level is reservoir The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the "F" and "L" lines on the reservoir when the hybrid system is cold. Reservoir cap "F" line "L" line If the level is on or below the "L" line, add - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 680
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 681
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Radiator and condenser Check the radiator and condenser and clear away any foreign objects. If either of the above parts is extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condition, have your vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 682
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 683
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 684
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Washer fluid If the amount of washer fluid is insufficient, add washer fluid. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 685
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e 1 2 -volt bat t e r y - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 686
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 687
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 688
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 689
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 690
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e T ire s Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance schedules and treadwear. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 691
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters When replacing tires or wheels, tire pressure warning valves and transmitters must also be installed. When new tire pressure warning valve and transmitter ID codes registered by your Toyota dealer. (→P. 382) - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 692
maintenance STEP 3 Turn the engine switch to the "ON" position (vehicles without a smart key system) or "POWER" switch to ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system). Press and hold the tire pressure warning reset switch until the tire pressure warning light code registered by your Toyota dealer. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 693
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 694
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 695
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 696
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 697
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 698
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e T ire inflat ion pre ssure - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 699
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 700
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 701
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 702
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e Whe e ls If a wheel is bent, cracked or heavily corroded, it should be replaced. Otherwise, the tire may separate from the wheel or cause a loss of handling control. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 703
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 704
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 705
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e Air c ondit ioning filt e r The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air conditioning efficiency. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 706
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 5 Remove the filter cover. STEP 6 Remove the air conditioning filter and replace it with a new one. The "↑UP" mark shown on the filter should be pointing up. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 707
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e Wireless remote control/electronic key battery Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 708
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 709
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 710
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e Che ck ing a nd re pla c ing fuse s If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary. STEP 1 Vehicles without a smart key system Turn - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 711
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Under the instrument panel Remove the lid. STEP 3 After a system failure, see "Fuse layout and amperage ratings" (→P. 404) for details about which fuse to check. Remove the fuse with the pull-out tool. Only type A fuse can be removed using the pullout tool. STEP 4 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 712
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 5 Check if the fuse is blown. Type A Normal fuse Blown fuse Replace the blown fuse with a new fuse of an appropriate amperage rating. The - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 713
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Type D Normal fuse Blown fuse Replace the blown fuse with a new fuse of an appropriate amperage rating. The amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid. Type E Normal fuse Blown fuse Contact your Toyota dealer. 4 Maintenance and care 403 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 714
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Fuse layout and amperage ratings Engine compartment (type A fuse box) Fuse 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 404 Ampere 20 A 10 A 30 A 7.5 A 15 A 30 A 10 A 10 A 10 A 10 A 10 A - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 715
, SRS airbag system Audio system, vehicle control and operation data recording, main body ECU, personal lights, luggage compartment light Main body ECU, ENG W/PMP 7.5 A 7.5 A 15 A 10 A 10 A 20 A 30 A Maintenance and care 21 22 23 24 H-LP-MAIN H-LP CLN ABS MTR NO.1 P/I 40 A 30 A 30 A 50 A 405 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 716
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Fuse Ampere Circuit Air conditioning system, gauge and NO.1 PTC heater PTC heater Electric cooling fan PTC heater MIR HTR, rear window defogger No circuit Battery cooling fan Hybrid system Hybrid system Hybrid system Hybrid system Outside rear view mirror defoggers - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 717
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Engine compartment (type B fuse box) Fuse 1 2 3 4 DC/DC ABS MTR NO.2 HTR EPS Ampere 100 A 30 A 40 A 50 A Hybrid system Brake system Circuit 4 Air conditioning system Maintenance and care Electric power steering system 407 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 718
pressure warning system, main body ECU, brake system, vehicle stability control system, power door lock system, smart key system Electric power steering system Air conditioning system, PTC heater Back-up lights, audio system, shift lock control system, moon roof, vehicle control and operation data - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 719
On-board diagnosis Starter system, shift lock control system, vehicle proximity notification system, brake system, stop lights, high mounted stoplight Starter system Front fog lights Moon roof Seat heaters, air conditioning system Maintenance and care 4 19 STOP 7.5 A 20 21 22 23 AM1 FOG FR - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 720
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 721
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e Light bulbs You may replace the following bulbs by yourself. The difficulty level of replacement varies depending on the bulb. As there is a danger that components may be damaged, we recommend that replacement is carried out by your Toyota dealer. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 722
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 723
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 2 Unplug the connector pushing the lock release. while High beam and daytime running lights Low beam STEP 3 Replace the light bulb, and install the bulb base. Align the 3 tabs on the light bulb with the mounting, and insert. 4 STEP 4 Turn and secure the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 724
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 2 Partly remove the fender liner. STEP 3 Unplug the connector pushing the lock release. while STEP 4 Turn the bulb base counterclockwise. STEP 5 Install a new bulb. Align the 3 tabs on the light bulb with the mounting, and insert. 414 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 725
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 6 Turn and secure the bulb. Install the connector. Shake the bulb base gently to check that it is not loose, turn the front fog light on once and visually confirm that no light is leaking through the mounting. 7 STEP 5 When installing the fender liner, - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 726
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 2 Turn the bulb base counterclockwise. STEP 3 Remove the light bulb. STEP 4 When installing, reverse the steps listed. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 727
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 2 Remove the clips. STEP 3 Partly remove the fender liner. 4 STEP 4 Turn the bulb base counterclockwise. Maintenance and care STEP 5 Remove the light bulb. 417 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 728
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 6 When installing the light bulb and bulb base, reverse the steps listed. Installing the clips. STEP 7 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 729
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 730
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 3 Remove the light bulb. Rear turn signal light Tail and rear side marker light Back-up light STEP 4 When installing, reverse the steps listed. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 731
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 732
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 733
5 -1 . Esse nt ia l inform a t ion Em e rge ncy fla she rs The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the vehicle has to be stopped in the road due to a breakdown, etc. Press the switch. All the turn signal lights will flash. To turn them off, press the switch once again. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 734
towed by your Toyota dealer or a commercial towing service, using a lift-type truck or flatbed truck. Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provincial and local laws. Before towing The following may indicate a problem with your hybrid transmission. Contact your Toyota - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 735
5-1. Essential information Installing towing eyelet STEP 1 Push the eyelet cover and then open it. STEP 2 Insert the towing eyelet into the hole and tighten partially by hand. STEP 3 Tighten down the towing eyelet securely using a wheel nut wrench. 426 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 736
5-1. Essential information Towing with a sling-type truck Do not tow with a sling-type truck to prevent body damage. Towing with a wheel-lift type truck From the front Release the parking brake. 5 When trouble arises From the rear Use a towing dolly under the front wheels. 427 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 737
5-1. Essential information Using a flatbed truck If you use chains or cables to tie down your vehicle, the angles shaded in black must be 45°. Do not overly tighten the tie downs or the vehicle may be damaged. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 738
5-1. Essential information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 739
5 -1 . Esse nt ia l inform a t ion I f you t hink som e t hing is w rong If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 740
may be dangerous. The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake system. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. Warning light (U.S.A.) Warning light/Details Brake system warning light in red (warning buzzer)* • Low brake fluid • Malfunction - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 741
and possibly cause an accident. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. Warning light (U.S.A.) (Canada) Warning light/Details Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in: • The hybrid system; • The electronic engine control system; or • The electronic throttle control - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 742
emergency Warning light Warning light/Details Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer) Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steering) system Slip indicator light Indicates a malfunction in: • Vehicle stability control; • Traction control; or • Hill-start assist - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 743
causes → ( P. 436) turn off even if the tire • Flat tire → ( P. 457) inflation pressure is adjusted, have the system checked by your Toyota dealer. When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute: Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system (→P. 437) Have the system checked by your Toyota - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 744
. Once the engine switch is turned to the "ON" or "START" position (vehicles without a smart key system) or the "POWER" switch is turned to ON mode (vehicles with a smart key system), the buzzer sounds for 6 seconds. If the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h), the buzzer sounds once. If the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 745
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 746
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 747
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 748
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 749
of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 750
light The master warning light also comes on or flashes in order to indicate that a message is currently being displayed on the multi-information display. If any of the warning lights comes on again after the following actions have been performed, contact your Toyota dealer. 5 When trouble - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 751
and contact your Toyota dealer. Warning message Details Indicates a malfunction in the hybrid system A buzzer sounds in accordance with the warning message that is displayed. Indicates that the high engine coolant temperature is too high Indicates abnormal engine oil - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 752
operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. Warning message Details (Flashes) (If equipped) • Indicates a malfunction in malfunction in the cruise control system A buzzer also sounds. (If equipped) 5 When trouble arises 443 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 753
the suspected problem, check that the warning message goes off. Warning message Details Correction procedure Indicates that one or more indicate that the door(s) are not yet fully closed. Indicates that the back door is not fully closed If the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h), flashes - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 754
is still engaged If the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph (5 Correction procedure Close the moon roof. (Flashes) (If equipped) (U.S.A.) ( maintenance according to the driven distance on the maintenance schedule*1 should be performed soon 5 When trouble arises If necessary, perform maintenance - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 755
only) Perform the necessary maintenance. Please reset the maintenance data after the maintenance is performed.(→P. 349) Indicates that the hybrid system has overheated A buzzer also sounds. Stop and check. (→P. 480) Indicates that the hybrid battery (traction battery) is low A buzzer also - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 756
Details Indicates that the hybrid battery (traction battery) power has dropped shift lever to P and restart the hybrid system when starting the vehicle. (Flashes) Shift the shift to ACCESSORY mode or turned off (vehicles with a smart key system) and the driver's door is opened while the lights are - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 757
the EV drive mode speed range, accelerator pedal is depressed too much) may be displayed. Correction procedure Use the EV drive mode when it becomes available. Drive the vehicle for a while. (Flashes 3 times) *1: Refer to the separate "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 758
correct the suspected problem, check that the warning message and light go off. Interior buzzer Exterior buzzer Warning message Details The electronic key is not detected when an attempt is made to start the hybrid system. Correction procedure Once ⎯ (Flashes) Start the hybrid system with the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 759
electronic key was carried outside the vehicle and a door other than the driver's door was opened and closed while the "POWER" switch was in a mode other than off. Correction procedure Turn the "POWER" switch off or bring the electronic key back into the vehicle. Once 3 times (Flashes) Bring - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 760
lock the doors using the entry function after the electronic key was carried outside the vehicle without turning off the "POWER" switch. An attempt was made to start the hybrid system without the 9 times ⎯ (Flashes) Confirm that the electronic key is inside the vehicle. 5 When trouble arises 451 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 761
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Interior buzzer Exterior buzzer Warning message Details The driver's door was opened while a shift lever position other than P was selected without turning off the "POWER" switch. The electronic key was carried outside the vehicle and the driver's door was - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 762
an emergency Interior buzzer Exterior buzzer Warning message Details An attempt was made to lock the doors using the smart key system while the electronic key was still inside the vehicle. An attempt was the electronic key from the vehicle and lock the doors again. 5 When trouble arises 453 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 763
not be detected two consecutive times when the "POWER" switch was pressed. An attempt was made to start the hybrid system with the shift start the hybrid system. ⎯ ⎯ Power was turned off due to the automatic power off function. Next time when starting the hybrid system, increase the engine speed - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 764
. Replace the electronic key battery. (→P. 397) Once ⎯ (Flashes) The driver's door was opened and closed with the "POWER" switch turned off and then the "POWER" switch was put in ACCESSORY mode twice without the hybrid system being started. During a hybrid system starting procedure in the event - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 765
other than P, the shift lever has been shifted to P. Correction procedure Press the "POWER" switch while depressing the brake pedal and moving the steering wheel left and right. Once ⎯ (Flashes) Once ⎯ (Flashes) Shift the shift lever to P. Once ⎯ (Flashes) Turn the "POWER" switch off. 456 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 766
5 -2 . St e ps t o t a k e in a n e m e rge nc y I f you have a flat t ire Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare tire provided. - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 767
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Taking out the jack STEP 1 Move the driver seat to the front most position. STEP 2 Push the tabs in and remove the cover by pulling it towards you. STEP 3 For tightening For loosening 458 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 768
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Taking out the compact spare tire STEP 1 Remove the luggage floor cover by lifting up the points indicated by the arrows. STEP 2 Remove the spare wheel cushions, then loosen the center fastener that secures the spare tire. 5 When trouble arises 459 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 769
tires. Flat tire Lefthand side Front Righthand side Lefthand side Rear Righthand side Wheel chock positions Behind the rear righthand side tire Behind the rear lefthand side steel wheels, remove the wheel ornament using the wrench. To protect the wheel ornament, place a rag between the wrench and the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 770
an emergency STEP 3 Slightly loosen the wheel nuts (one turn). STEP 4 Turn the tire jack portion "A" by hand until the notch of the jack is in contact with the jack point. STEP 5 Raise the vehicle until the tire is slightly raised off the ground. 5 When trouble arises STEP 6 Remove all the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 771
causing the tire to come off. STEP 2 Install the spare tire and loosely tighten each wheel nut by hand by approximately the same amount. Tapered portion When replacing a steel wheel with a compact spare tire, tighten the wheel nuts until the tapered portion comes into loose contact with the disc - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 772
nut two or three times in the order shown in the illustration. Tightening torque: 76 ft• lbf (103 N• m, 10.5 kgf• m) STEP 5 STEP 6 Stow the tire jack and all tools. Stow the flat tire in the luggage compartment as shown in the illustration. 5 When trouble arises STEP 7 Stow the spare wheel - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 773
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 774
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 775
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 776
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 777
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 778
5 -2 . St e ps t o t a k e in a n e m e rge nc y I f t he hybrid syst e m w ill not st a r t Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the situation. Check the following and perform the appropriate procedure: - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 779
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 780
with your foot on the brake pedal, there may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that the shift lever can - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 781
. St e ps t o t a k e in a n e m e rge nc y I f you lose your ke ys New genuine keys can be made by your Toyota dealer. For vehicles without a smart key system, bring a master key and the key number stamped on the key number plate. For vehicles with a smart key system, - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 782
is interrupted (→P. 55) or the electronic key cannot be used because the battery is depleted, the smart key system and wireless remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors can be opened and the hybrid system can be started by following the procedure below. Locking and unlocking the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 783
an emergency Starting the hybrid system STEP 1 STEP 2 Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake pedal. Touch the Toyota emblem side of the electronic key to the "POWER" switch. When the electronic key is detected, a buzzer sounds and the "POWER" switch will turn to ON mode. STEP - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 784
nc y I f t he ve hicle 1 2 -volt bat t e r y is discha rge d The following procedures may be used to start the hybrid system if the vehicle's 12-volt battery is discharged. You can also call your Toyota dealer or a qualified repair shop. If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 785
the engine speed of the second vehicle and start the hybrid system of your vehicle by turning the "POWER" switch to ON mode. STEP 4 STEP 5 STEP 6 Make sure the "READY" indicator comes on. If the indicator does not come on, contact your Toyota dealer. Once the hybrid system has started - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 786
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 787
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 788
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 789
following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating: ● is shown on the multi-information display: The engine may be overheating. ● The hybrid system overheat warning message is shown on the multi-information display: The power control unit may be overheating. Follow the correction procedure - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 790
the hybrid system has cooled down sufficiently, check the engine coolant level and inspect the cooling system for leaks. STEP 5 Add engine coolant if necessary. Water can be used in an emergency if engine coolant is unavailable. (→P. 494) Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer as - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 791
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 792
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 793
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 794
Shift the shift lever to P and set the parking brake. Stop the hybrid system. Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the stuck tire. stones or some other material under the tires to help provide traction. Restart the hybrid system. Shift the shift lever to the D or R position and carefully apply - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 795
to stop the vehicle in the normal way, stop the vehicle using the following procedure: STEP 1 Steadily step on the brake pedal Stop the hybrid system. STEP 4 If the shift lever cannot be shifted to N STEP 3 Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle speed as much - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 796
in an emergency STEP 4 Press and hold for 3 seconds or more, or press briefly 3 times or more Vehicles with a smart key system: To stop the hybrid system, press and hold the "POWER" switch for 3 consecutive seconds or more, or press it briefly 3 times or more in succession. STEP 5 Stop the - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 797
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency 488 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 798
. Spe c ific a t ions M a int e na nc e dat a (fue l, oil leve l, e t c .) Dimensions and weights Overall length Overall width 157.3 in. (3995 mm) 66.7 in. (1695 mm) Without moon roof 56.9 in. (1445 mm) With moon roof 57.7 in. (1465 mm) 100.4 in. (2550 mm) Front Tread Rear Vehicle capacity weight - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 799
6-1. Specifications Vehicle identification - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 800
6-1. Specifications - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 801
capacity (Drain and refill ⎯ reference*) Without filter With filter 3.6 qt. (3.4 L, 3.0 Imp.qt.) 3.9 qt. (3.7 L, 3.3 Imp.qt.) *: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn off the hybrid system, wait more than 5 minutes, and - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 802
allow for easier starting of the engine in cold weather. • The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or under extreme - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 803
6-1. Specifications Ignition system Spark plug Make Gap DENSO FK16R-A8 0.03 in. (0.8 mm) NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 804
6-1. Specifications Hybrid transmission Fluid capacity* Fluid type tact your Toyota dealer. 3.5 qt. (3.3 L, 2.9 Imp. qt.) Toyota Genuine ATF WS *: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, conNOTICE - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 805
6-1. Specifications Brakes Pedal clearance*1 Pedal free play Brake pad wear limit Brake lining wear limit Parking brake lever travel*2 Fluid type 2.8 in. (70 mm) Min. 0.04 ⎯ 0.24 in. (1.0 ⎯ 6.0 mm) 0.04 in. (1.0 mm) 0.04 in. (1.0 mm) 8 ⎯ 11 clicks SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 *1: *2: Minimum - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 806
indicated on the tire sidewall. 15 × 5J, 16 × 4T (spare) 76 ft• lbf(103 N• m, 10.5 kgf• m) Tire inflation pressure (recommended cold tire inflation pressure) Wheel size Wheel nut torque 16-inch tires Tire size P195/50R16 83V, T125/70D16 96M (spare) Front: 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar) Rear - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 807
signal lights Front side marker lights Rear turn signal lights Interior lights/personal lights Luggage compartment light Interior *1: *2: A: C: E: If equipped Side turn signal lights should be replaced as an assembly. H11 halogen bulbs B: HB3 halogen bulbs H16 halogen bulbs D: Wedge base bulbs - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 808
. Select octane rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than 87 may result in engine knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to engine damage. At minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. and - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 809
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6-1. Specifications - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 811
6 -1 . Spe c ific a t ions T ire infor m at ion Typical tire symbols Full-size tire Compact spare tire 6 Vehicle specifications 503 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 812
type tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube maintains the air pressure. Radial tires or bias-ply tires A radial tire has "RADIAL" Quality Grading" that follows. "TEMPORARY USE ONLY" (→P. 464) A compact spare tire is identified by the phrase "TEMPORARY USE ONLY" molded on its sidewall. This - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 813
and Tire Identification Number (TIN) DOT symbol* Tire Identification (TIN) Number Tire manufacturer's identification mark Tire size code Manufacturer's optional type code (3 or 4 letters) Manufacturing week Manufacturing year tire *: The DOT symbol certifies that the tire conforms to applicable - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 814
6-1. Specifications Tire size - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 815
of the U.S. Department of Transportation. It provides the purchasers and/or prospective purchasers of Toyota vehicles with information on uniform tire quality grading. Your Toyota dealer will help answer any questions you may have as you read this information. 6 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 816
6-1. Specifications - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 817
6-1. Specifications - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 818
are available as factory-installed equipment (whether installed or not) The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and additional weight optional engine The sum of: (a) Curb weight (b) Accessory - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 819
installed regular production options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the standard items which they replace, not previously considered in curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim A metal support for a tire - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 820
of the rim in a manner that encloses the rim flanges inside the air cavity of the tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher inflation pressures than the corresponding standard tire The space between two adjacent tread ribs The layer(s) forming the inside surface of a tubeless - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 821
, or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than , or protective bands or ribs A tire intended for use on passenger cars, multipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks, -coated parallel cords 6 Intended outboard sidewall Light truck (LT) tire Load rating Maximum - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 822
Standard Reference Test Tire, when using the snow traction test as described in ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method for Single Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight on at least one sidewall The rim on which a tire is fitted for testing, and may be any rim listed as appropriate for use with that tire - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 823
The projections within the principal grooves designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread The fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly securely during testing *:Table 1 ⎯ Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 824
that can be changed using the Display Audio system (For further information on customizing settings using the Display Audio system, refer to the "Display Audio System Owner's Manual".) Settings that can be changed by your Toyota dealer Definition of symbols: O = Available, - = Not available 516 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 825
Operation signal (Emergency flashers) Operation signal (Buzzer) Operation buzzer volume Default setting Customized setting On Off - O On Off - O Level 7 Off to level 7 O O Smart key system*1 and wireless remote control (→P. 47, 61) Time elapsed before automatic door lock function is - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 826
of continuous smart lock Wireless remote control Default setting On Customized setting Off - O Smart key system*1 (→P. 47) Twice Unlimited - O On Driver's door unlocked in one step, all doors unlocked in two steps On Off - O Wireless remote control (→P. 61) Unlocking operation All - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 827
Item Function Default setting Driver's door unlocked in one step, all doors unlocked in two steps Customized setting Unlocking using a key All doors unlocked in one step. - O Speed-detecting automatic door lock function*3 Door lock (→P. 65) Opening driver's door unlocks all doors - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 828
with the electronic key on your person*3 Default setting 15 seconds Customized setting 7.5 seconds 30 seconds - - - O O O On Off On Off - O Illumination (→P. 318) On Off - O On Off - O Seat belt reminder (→P. 433) Vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer On Off - O 520 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 829
6-2. Customization Item Automatic air conditioning system (→P. 236) Function Default setting Customized setting Air conditioning control of Eco drive mode On Off - O *1: If equipped *2: Vehicles without a smart key system *3: Vehicles with a smart key system 6 Vehicle specifications 521 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 830
Canada) When to initialize After the maintenance is performed • When rotating the tires on vehicles with differing front and rear tire inflation pressures • When changing tire pressure (such as when changing traveling speed, load weight, etc.) • When changing the tire size Reference P. 349 Tire - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 831
Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. (Toll-free: 1-800-331-4331). If NHTSA campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 832
is a French explanation of seat belt instructions extracted from the seat belt section in this manual. See the seat belt section for more detailed seat belt instructions in English. Utilisation correcte des ceintures de le siège. ● Ne vrillez pas la ceinture de sécurité. 7 For owners 525 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 833
ATTENTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 834
airbag instructions for Canadian ow ners (in French) The following is a French explanation of SRS airbag instructions extracted from the SRS airbag section in this manual. See the SRS airbag section for more detailed SRS airbag instructions in English. Airbags SRS frontaux Airbag conducteur/airbag - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 835
Airbags SRS latéraux et rideau Airbags SRS latéraux avant Participent - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 836
AIR BAG ON" et "AIR BAG OFF" Airbags latéraux Capteurs d'impact latéral (arrière) Airbag coussin de siège du passager avant Contacteur de boucle de ceinture de sécurité passager avant Airbag d'effort Capteurs d'impact latéral (porte avant) Airbag de genoux du conducteur Système de classification de - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 837
Votre véhicule est équipé de SACS DE SÉCURITÉ GONFLABLES INTELLIGENTS (ADVANCED AIRBAGS) conçus selon les normes de sécurité américaines applicables aux véhicules - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 838
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ATTENTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 841
ATTENTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 842
ATTENTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 843
ATTENTION - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 844
I/M LATCH LED M+S MMT MTBE OBD SRS Air Conditioning Anti-lock Brake System Accessory Automatic Locking Retractor Child Restraint System Display Electronic Control Unit Event Data Recorder Emergency Locking Retractor Electric Power Steering Electric Vehicle Gross Axle Weight Ratings Gross Vehicle - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 845
Abbreviation list ABBREVIATIONS TIN TPMS TRAC TWI VIN VSC MEANING Tire Identification Number Tire Pressure Warning System Traction Control Treadwear Indicators Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Stability Control 539 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 846
system will not start The hybrid system does not start P. 110 Immobilizer system P. 475 If the vehicle 12-volt battery is discharged The shift lever cannot be moved out P. 471 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P The engine coolant temperature warning light flashes or comes on P. 480 - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 847
What to do if... - 2012 Toyota Prius | Owners Manual - Page 848
tire inflation pressure Engine oil capacity (Drain and refill ⎯ reference) Without filter With filter P. 498 qt. (L, Imp. qt.) 3.6 (3.4, 3.0) 3.9 (3.7, 3.3) P. 493 Engine oil type Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 0W