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prius05_ic.qxd 04.9.16 10 : 47 PM Page 2 BASIC VEHICLE Spare tire & tools Tool location OPERATION 2005 Prius This Pocket Reference Guide is a summary guide for basic vehicle operations . It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main equipment quickly and easily . Wheel nut wrench Jack handle The Pocket Reference Guide is not intended Jack as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual OVERVIEW tire Spare located in the vehicle’s glove box . We strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Removing the spare tire Manual and supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding of the vehicle’s capabilities and limitations . Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales , U.S.A . , Inc . , wish you many of satisfied driving in your new Prius . years Remove the luggage storage box . Loosen the bolt and remove it . FEATURES / OPERATIONS Remove the jack box . A word about safe vehicle operations ! Refer to the r’s Manual for jack positioning and Owne This Pocket Reference Guide is not a full tire changing procedures . to Prius operations . Every Prius guide 24 - Hour Roadside Assistance should review the Owner’s Manual owner Complimentary Roadside Assistance for 3 that accompanies this vehicle . years / 36,000 miles . Ask your dealer for details . Pay special attention to the boxed Prius 24 - Hour Roadside Assistance includes : information highlighted in yellow Towing for mechanical breakdown and jump start throughout the Owner’s Manual . Each box 12V battery only safe operating instructions to contains Toll - free number , 24 - hours , 7 days a week SAFETY Lockout protection lp you avoid injury or equipment he Flat tire changes malfunction . AND Fluid delivery EMERGENCY Road hazard information in this Pocket Reference All Concierge service is current at the time of printing . Guide Mechanical first aid Toyota reserves the right to make changes FEATURES at any time without notice . Toyota Prius Roadside Assistance 1 - 877 - 304 - 6492 29
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2005 Prius Ins 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 22 PM Page 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS BASIC Item Page no . VEHICLE Basic Vehicle Operation Key fob 2 Turning the Hybrid System on 2 OPERATION Shifting 3 Parking & turning off the Hybrid System 3 Overview Back door 8 Engine compartment 9 Fuel tank door opener and cap 8 Hood release lever 9 Indicator symbols 6 - 7 Instrument cluster 6 Instrument panel 4 - 5 FEATURES / OPERATIONS Air conditioning / Heating 20 - 21 OVERVIEW Audio 22 - 24 Clock 24 Cruise control 21 Cup and bottle holders 19 2 ® Garage door opener ( HomeLink ) 17 Hybrid Synergy Drive System 10 - 11 Hybrid transaxle 15 Keyless entry 12 Key fob 12 Light Control - Instrument panel 21 Lights & turn signals 16 Luggage storage box 19 Parking brake 14 Power outlets 18 FEATURES / OPERATIONS Seat adjustments - Front 18 Seat adjustments - Rear 18 Seats - Head restraints 18 Smart key system ( Smart entry and start ) 13 1 Smart key unlock functions - Programmable 14 Tilt steering wheel 14 Windows 19 Window wiper & washer 17 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 24 - Hour Roadside Assistance 29 Airbag - Supplemental Restraint System 26 Door locks - Power 25 Doors - Child safety locks 25 SAFETY Emergency flashers 27 Jump starting 28 AND Rear air vent 27 EMERGENCY Seat belts 25 Seat belts - Shoulder belt anchor 25 Spare tire & tools 29 VSC ( Vehicle Stability Control ) 27 FEATURES 1 Programmable by consumer . For dealer - programmable features , please visit your Toyota dealer . ® 2 HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls , Inc . 1
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2005 Prius Ins 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 22 PM Page 2 BASIC VEHICLE OPERATION BASIC VEHICLE Key fob Shifting OPERATION Shift position Park button Park button Reverse ( Buzzer sounds ) Master key Ignition key & wireless remote . Neutral Mechanical key Fits into master key and can be Drive removed to manually lock / unlock driver’s door only . Shift lever Ignition key slot When inserting , push completely Engine brake in . When removing , gently pull , it will be pushed out Brake pedal must be depressed when shifting to or by a spring . DO NOT FORCE THE KEY ; if it cannot be OVERVIEW from the Park position . removed , push it all the way in again , then pull it NOTE : The shift lever will always return to its out . original position after shifting . ALWAYS CONFIRM To remove or replace mechanical key Slide the SHIFT POSITION BY CHECKING INDICATOR SYMBOLS lock knob in the direction of the arrow . ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER . Turning the Hybrid System on Parking & turning off the Hybrid System Pressing down on the brake pedal FEATURES / OPERATIONS Insert key * . Depress the brake pedal , and push the “ POWER � button briefly and firmly . The “ READY � light will blink . After a few While depressing brake pedal , push Park seconds , when the light remains on and a beep button above the shift lever , when the vehicle is sounds , you may begin driving . at a complete stop . Without pressing down on the brake pedal Push the “ POWER � button to turn off the system . The brake pedal must be depressed to turn the Fully depress the parking brake . Hybrid System on . If the brake pedal is not Remove the key fob . depressed , pressing “ POWER � will change the WARNING : If the “ POWER � button is held for longer SAFETY operation mode in succession from : than 3 seconds while the vehicle is moving , the Hybrid System will shut off . AND Accessories such as radio will operate . ACC EMERGENCY Information Ignition is on , Hybrid System is not - IG - ON In instances when the engine starts , and / or on a short engaged . trip after the engine is stopped , the motor water FEATURES pump may continue operating for a short time . This is All systems OFF . OFF not a concern , but a standard operation of the vehicle * It is not necessary to insert the ignition key ( key to ensure optimum performance . fob ) if smart key system is installed and activated . 2 3
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2005 Prius Ins 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 22 PM Page 4 OVERVIEW BASIC VEHICLE Instrument panel OPERATION OVERVIEW 1 With navigation system FEATURES / OPERATIONS Audio Headlight , turn signal and front fog light * controls 12V Power outlet Wiper and washer controls Park button “ POWER � button Electronic shift lever Clock Ignition key ( key fob ) slot “ AUDIO � switch ( Multi - information display control Cruise control lever switch ) Smart key system cancel switch * “ CLIMATE � switch ( Multi - information display control Climate steering wheel switches switch ) Dimmer control wheel Multi - information display Audio steering wheel switches “ DISPLAY � switch ( Multi - information display control SAFETY switch ) * If installed “ INFO � switch ( Multi - information display control AND switch ) EMERGENCY Km / h or MPH button Trip meter reset button Emergency flasher switch FEATURES 1 For details , refer to the Navigation System Owner’s Manual . 4 5
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2005 Prius Ins 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 22 PM Page 6 OVERVIEW BASIC VEHICLE 1 Instrument cluster Engine oil replacement reminder light OPERATION 2 Hybrid vehicle battery warning light 2 Electric power steering system warning light 5 Smart Entry and Start warning light Turn signal indicator light Service reminder indicators and indicator lights Headlight high beam indicator light Fuel gauge Speedometer Headlight indicator light Odometer and two trip meters Tail light indicator light OVERVIEW Indicator symbols Slip indicator light 1 Brake system warning light Automatic head light leveling system warning 2 1 light Driver seat belt reminder light 3 Cruise control indicator light 1 Front passenger seat belt reminder light 2 Hybrid System warning light 2 Battery warning light 4 Running mode position indicator light 1 Malfunction indicator light Driving ready light 2 Low engine oil pressure warning light FEATURES / OPERATIONS Automatic air conditioner indicator light 1 Low fuel level indicator light Recirculate mode indicator light 1 Master warning light Windshield air flow indicator light 2 High coolant temperature warning light Rear window and outside rear view mirror 1 defoggers indicator light Anti - lock Brake System warning light Low temperature indicator light Hybrid vehicle immobilizer / Theft deterrent When the Anti - lock Brake System ( ABS ) function is in system indicator light action , you may feel the brake pedal pulsating and hear a noise . In this situation , to let the Anti - lock SAFETY Brake System work for you , just hold the brake pedal down more firmly . Do not pump the brake as this will 1 AND For details , refer to “ Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers - - - - result in reduced braking performance . Instrument cluster � Section 2 - 5 , 2005 Owner’s Manual . EMERGENCY 2 1 For details , refer to “ Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers - - - - Open door warning light Multi - information display � Section 2 - 5 , 2005 Owner’s Manual . 3 If this light falshes , see “ Cruise control � Section 2 - 6 , 2005 Owner’s Manual . 1 Airbag SRS warning light 4 FEATURES For details , refer to “ Hybrid transaxle � Section 2 - 6 , 2005 Owner’s Manual . 5 For details , refer to “ Smart entry and start system � Section 2 - 1 , 2005 1 Vehicle Stability Control warning light Owner’s Manual . 6 7
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2005 Prius Ins 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 22 PM Page 8 OVERVIEW BASIC VEHICLE Fuel tank door opener and cap Hood release lever OPERATION To release the hood Pull the lever inside vehicle . To open the hood Insert finger through the opening between the hood and grill . Pull up on the catch lever inside the compartment and lift the hood . Engine compartment OVERVIEW To open the fuel tank door from driver side Pull up on the opener . To remove the fuel tank cap Turn the cap counterclockwise 90 degrees , then turn it an additional 30 degrees . Pause slightly before removing it . The removed cap can be stored on the fuel tank door . FEATURES / OPERATIONS Windshield washer fluid tank To replace the fuel tank cap Turn clockwise until Brake fluid reservoir a click is heard . If not tightened enough , Check Engine oil filler cap Engine “ � indicator may illuminate . Engine coolant reservoir Inverter reservoir tank NOTE : MAINTAIN GASOLINE IN THE TANK AT ALL Fuse block / Jumpstart access points TIMES . SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE HYBRID SYSTEM Radiator and A / C condenser CAN OCCUR IF THE VEHICLE RUNS OUT OF GAS . Engine oil level dipstick Back door Note : Regularly scheduled maintenance , including oil changes , will help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance . Please refer to the “ Owner’s Warranty SAFETY Information Booklet , � “ Scheduled Maintenance Guide � or “ Owner’s Manual AND Supplement . � EMERGENCY FEATURES To open the back door Push the opener switch under the handle , and raise the door . 8 9
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2005 Prius Ins 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 22 PM Page 10 FEATURES / OPERATIONS BASIC VEHICLE Starting the Hybrid System Hybrid Synergy Drive System The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer OPERATION controlled gasoline engine and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of power for the vehicle . To conserve energy , when the brakes are applied , braking force generates electricity which is then sent to the battery . In addition , the Insert key * . engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped . The Depress the brake pedal , and push the benefits are better fuel economy , reduced vehicle “ POWER � button briefly and firmly . emissions and improved performance . The “ READY � light will blink . After a few seconds , when the light remains on and a beep Note : Fuel consumption and energy information of sounds , you may begin driving . the Hybrid System are shown on the multi - * It is not necessary to insert the ignition key ( key OVERVIEW information display . fob ) if smart key system is installed and activated . Tips for improved fuel economy Without pressing down on the brake pedal The brake pedal must be depressed to turn the Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner's Manual . Hybrid System on . If the brake pedal is not Link trips , if possible , to reduce engine cold starts . depressed , pressing “ POWER � will change the Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than operation mode in succession from : necessary , especially on the highway . ACC Accessories such as the radio will operate . When possible , avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking energy . Ignition is on , Hybrid System is not Minimize use of the air conditioning . - IG - ON engaged . FEATURES / OPERATIONS All systems OFF . OFF • The vehicle has both high voltage DC and AC systems as well as a 12 - volt system . DC and AC high voltage are both very dangerous and can cause death , severe Turning off the Hybrid System burns , electric shock or other serious injuries . • In order to avoid personal injuries , do not touch , remove or replace high voltage cables which are colored orange , and / or their connectors , high voltage parts such as the inverter unit , hybrid vehicle battery , etc . Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details . Depress the brake pedal , then push the Park SAFETY button above the shifter . Push the “ POWER � button to turn off the system . AND Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details . EMERGENCY FEATURES 10 11
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2005 Prius Ins 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 22 PM Page 12 FEATURES / OPERATIONS BASIC VEHICLE Key fob Smart key system ( if installed ) OPERATION By carrying a smart key , the vehicle can be locked , Master key Ignition key and wireless remote . unlocked and the Hybrid System engaged without Mechanical key Can be removed to manually handling the key . lock / unlock the driver’s door only . Unlocking operation Locking operation Ignition key ( key fob ) slot Front door Front door OVERVIEW Using a mechanical key Back door Back door To use the mechanical key Slide the lock knob and pull out . To lock the doors Push the lock button on the outside door handle ( with all doors closed , and the Keyless entry Hybrid System turned off ) . Locking operation Unlocking operation To unlock the doors With the key within 3 feet of FEATURES / OPERATIONS the door , take hold of the door handle . NOTE : After unlocking , if a door is not opened within thirty ( 30 ) seconds , all doors will relock for safety . Refer to your Owner’s Manual , and page 14 of this guide for smart key unlocking programmable options . To lock Push “ . � Smart key system cancel switch To unlock driver door Push “ � once . To unlock all the doors Push “ � twice . NOTE : After unlocking , if a door is not opened within thirty ( 30 ) seconds , all doors will relock for safety . SAFETY ON OFF Alarm operation AND EMERGENCY To disable smart key system Push the cancel switch located below the steering wheel . NOTE : To conserve battery power , turn the smart key FEATURES system “ OFF � when not using the vehicle for prolonged To activate alarm with remote Push “ . � periods of time . For more battery saving information , Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details . Owner’s Manual for more details . refer to the 13 12
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2005 Prius Ins 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 22 PM Page 14 FEATURES / OPERATIONS BASIC VEHICLE Smart key unlock functions - Hybrid transaxle Programmable ( if installed ) OPERATION Shift position The smart key unlocking function can be Park button programmed to operate in 3 different modes when smart key is activated . In all modes , grasping the passenger door handle will unlock all doors . Driver side door only Grasp driver side handle to unlock driver side door only . All doors All doors will unlock by grasping driver side , or back door handle . Driver side and back door To open driver side door The shift lever or back door independently , grasp the handle . always returns to its original position OVERVIEW after shifting Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information operation . on this feature , and how to change modes . Shift lever Parking brake The shift position is displayed on the instrument cluster . Park button D , B , N P:Push the Park button , when the vehicle is completely stopped . Reverse ( Buzzer sounds ) Indicator light P R:Shift the lever while depressing the brake pedal . FEATURES / OPERATIONS To set Depress the pedal . D , B , N R:Shift the lever when the vehicle To release Depress again . is completely stopped . Tilt steering wheel Neutral D , B , P N:Shift the lever and hold until the “ N � Neutral indicator is displayed . From P to N , you must depress the brake pedal . Driving P D : Shift the lever while depressing the brake pedal . R D : Shift the lever when the SAFETY vehicle is completely stopped . To change the steering wheel angle Hold the B , N D : Shift the lever . steering wheel , push the lock release lever down , AND tilt to desired angle , and return the lever to its EMERGENCY Engine brake Increases engine braking locked position . Shift the lever only from “ D � to “ B � or Note : Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle vice versa is in motion . FEATURES Shifting the lever improperly will cause the rejection function to operate . A beep will sound and the hybrid transaxle cannot be shifted . 14 15
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2005 Prius Ins 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 23 PM Page 16 FEATURES / OPERATIONS BASIC VEHICLE Window wiper & washer Lights & turn signals Headlights Front OPERATION High beam indicator Intermittent speed Push the lever down to Headlight indicator position 1 . Parking , tail , license plate , side marker and Interval adjuster Twist the band to adjust the instrument panel lights Twist the lever knob to intermittent speed . position 1 . OVERVIEW Slow speed Push the lever down to position 3 . Headlights and all of the above Twist the lever Fast speed Push the lever down to position 4 . knob to position 2 . Single wipe Push the lever up to position 5 . AUTO * Twist the lever knob to position 3 . Wash and wipe Pull the lever toward you . - Daytime running light system Automatically Rear ( if installed ) turns on the headlights at a reduced intensity . High beams Push the lever forward . Low beams High beam flasher Pull the lever toward you . Note : Automatic light cutoff system * Automatically turns off lights when the driver’s door is opened with the hybrid system off . Rear slow speed Twist the lever knob to position 7 . FEATURES / OPERATIONS Rear high speed Twist the lever knob to position 8 . * if installed Rear wash and wipe Twist the lever knob upward Turn signals or downward to position 9 . ® Garage door opener ( HomeLink ) ( if installed ) Indicator light Right or left turn Push the lever up or down . Lane change Move the lever up or down to Buttons position 2 and hold . SAFETY Garage door openers manufactured under license Front fog lights ( if installed ) ® from HomeLink * can be programmed to operate AND garage doors , estate gates , security lighting , etc . EMERGENCY Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details . For programming assistance , contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1 - 800 - 331 - 4331 , or FEATURES visit http : / / www.homelink.com To turn on / off the fog lights Twist the band . ® * HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls , Inc . 16 17
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2005 Prius Ins 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 23 PM Page 18 FEATURES / OPERATIONS BASIC VEHICLE Seat adjustments - Front Windows OPERATION Driver side Window lock switch Window operation Position lever To open or close Push down or pull up on the switch . Seatback angle lever Automatic operation ( driver side only ) Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up and Seats - Head restraints release to fully open or close . To stop window mid - OVERVIEW Rear Front way , lightly push the switch in the opposite direction . Window lock switch Push the switch to deactivate the passenger windows . Luggage storage box Lock release buttons Lock release button To raise Pull up the head restraint . To lower Push down the head restraint while pressing the lock release button . Seat adjustments - Rear FEATURES / OPERATIONS To open Turn the knobs to the “ UNLOCK � position and open the lid . Lock release buttons Cup and Bottle holders To fold rear seats Lower the head restraints . Push Rear down the lock release button and fold the seatback down . Front Power outlets SAFETY Instrument panel ( 12V ) Center console box ( 12V ) AND EMERGENCY Bottle FEATURES 18 19
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2005 Prius Ins 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 23 PM Page 20 FEATURES / OPERATIONS BASIC VEHICLE Steering wheel switches Air conditioning / Heating OPERATION “ AC AUTO � Temperature Air intake selector Push to select fresh or recirculated air . 1 With navigation system Windshield vent Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers OVERVIEW Cruise control Setting a speed Turning system on / off Outside temperature display Passenger compartment temperature display Air flow control icons ( See “ To select air flow vents � below ) Fan speed control icons Temperature selector icons Indicator light “ OFF � icon Air conditioning OFF button . “ AUTO � icon Touch to turn automatic air To turn the system “ ON � or “ OFF � Push the button . conditioning ON / OFF . To set a speed Bring the vehicle to the desired Rear window and outside rear view mirror FEATURES / OPERATIONS speed . Push the lever down toward “ - SET . � defogger icon To cancel the set speed Pull the lever to “ CANCEL . � Windshield air flow icon The set speed may also be cancelled by Air intake selector icon Push to select fresh or depressing the brake pedal . recirculated air . To clear windshield quickly , “ � To resume set speed after cancel Push the lever will automatically set to fresh air . up toward “ + RES . � Note that if vehicle speed “ CLIMATE � button Push to display the air falls below 25 mph , the set speed will not be conditioning operation screen . resumed . Air conditioning on - off icon NOTE : To raise set speed , push up toward “ + RES . � To lower set speed , push down toward “ - SET . � To select air flow vents Touch one of the following : Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details . SAFETY Light Control - Instrument panel AND EMERGENCY Instrument panel vents Floor and panel vents Floor vents FEATURES To adjust the brightness of the instrument panel Floor and windshield vents Rotate the wheel up to increase , or down to 1 For details , refer to the “ Navigation System Owner’s Manual . � decrease the brightness of the instrument panel lights . 20 21
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2005 Prius Ins 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 23 PM Page 22 FEATURES / OPERATIONS BASIC VEHICLE BASIC OPERATION Audio To turn on the audio system Push “ PWR , � “ AM , � Type 1 OPERATION . “ FM , � “ DISC , � or “ TAPE DISC . � Withvigation To turn off the system Push “ PWR . � na 1 system To adjust the volume Turn “ VOL . � To adjust tone and balance Touch the “ SOUND � icon on the screen to display the menu . RADIO To select a station Push either side of “ SEEK TRACK . � To scan for stations Push “ SCAN . � Push again to hold selection . To select the band Push “ AM � or “ FM � . OVERVIEW - To preset a station Tune in the desired station and touch a station selector icon ( 1 - 6 ) until you hear a beep . Type 2 - To select a preset station Touch desired station Withvigation selector icon ( 1 - 6 ) on the display . na 1 system CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER To play Insert a cassette tape . To fast forward Touch “ � icon on the display . To rewind Touch “ � icon on the display . FEATURES / OPERATIONS To select a direction Touch “ � icon on the display . To eject a cassette tape Push “ . � CD PLAYER To play Insert a compact disc . To select a track Push either side of “ SEEK TRACK . � To scan tracks on a disc Touch “ SCAN � icon on the Audio operation screen display . Push again to hold selection . Audio operation To eject a compact disc Push “ . � screen . . . Type 2 only is equipped with CD Changer SAFETY - To load one disc Push “ LOAD � and insert 1 disc . - To load multiple discs Push and hold “ LOAD � AND until you hear a beep . Insert one disc . Shutter will close and then re - open for next disc . EMERGENCY To display the screen Push “ AUDIO � button . Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details . FEATURES 1 For details , refer to the “ Navigation System Owner’s Manual . � 22 23
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2005 Prius Ins 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 23 PM Page 24 FEATURES / OPERATIONS SAFETY AND BASIC EMERGENCY FEATURES VEHICLE Audio continued Door locks - Power Steering wheel switches OPERATION To lock Push down on the front of the switch . To unlock Push down on the back of the switch . Volume control switch “ MODE � switch Push to select an audio mode . Doors - Child safety locks > > “ � switch In radio mode Push to select a preset station ; OVERVIEW push and hold to seek a station . In tape mode Push to skip up or down to next / previous track ; push and hold to fast forward or reverse . In CD mode Push to skip up or down to To lock the inside handle Move the lever to next / previous track . “ LOCK , � allowing the door to be opened only from the outside . Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details . Clock Seat belts Take up slack FEATURES / OPERATIONS Too high Keep as low on hips as possible If belt is fully extended , then retracted even To reset the hour Push the “ H � button . slightly , it cannot be re - extended beyond that point , To reset the minutes Push the “ M � button . unless fully retracted again . This feature is used to help hold child restraint systems securely . Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details . To find out more information about seat belts , and how to install a child restraint system , refer to the Owner’s Manual . SAFETY Seat belts - Shoulder belt anchor AND EMERGENCY FEATURES To raise Slide the anchor upward . To lower Squeeze the lock release button and slide the anchor downward . 24 25
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2005 Prius Ins 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 23 PM Page 26 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES BASIC VEHICLE Emergency flashers Airbag - Supplemental Restraint System The Airbag Supplemental Restraint System ( SRS ) OPERATION front , side and side curtain * airbags are designed to provide further protection for the driver and outboard passenger in addition to the primary safety protection provided by the seat belts . Please read the following caution boxes , and refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details . * If installed To turn the emergency flashers ON / OFF Push the button . • The driver and front passenger airbag Supplemental Restraint System ( SRS ) is designed only as a supplement to 1 VSC ( Vehicle Stability Control ) ( if installed ) OVERVIEW the primary protection of the seat belt systems of the Helps provide comprehensive control of the Anti - driver and front passenger . The front seat occupants are 2 lock Brakes , Brake - Assist , Traction Control , engine particularly susceptible to injury if they do not wear their seat belts ; when sudden braking or a collision occurs , they control and other systems . This system helps may be thrown forward . To obtain maximum protection in maintain control of the vehicle under adverse an accident , the driver and all passengers in the vehicle conditions . should always wear their seat belts when driving because serious injuries or death can result to unrestrained Rear Air Vent occupants . For instructions and precautions concerning the seat belt system , see “ Seat belts � in the Owner’s Manual . • Toyota strongly urges the use of a proper child restraint system on the rear seat that conforms to the size of the child . According to accident statistics , a child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat . • Never use a rear - facing child restraint system in the front FEATURES / OPERATIONS seat . The force of the rapid inflation of the passenger airbag can cause severe injury or death to a child . • Unless it is unavoidable , do not install a forward - facing NOTE : The air vent on the right side of the rear child restraint system on the front seat . If you must install seatback is designed to assist in cooling the hybrid a forward - facing child restraint system on the front seat , vehicle battery . DO NOT BLOCK OR COVER THIS move the seat as far back as possible . • Make sure you have complied with all installation VENT , as it may cause overheating , resulting in instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer reduced performance . and the system is properly secured . • The Toyota driver , front passenger , front seat - mounted side airbags and side curtain airbags are Supplemental Restraint Systems ( SRS ) . The driver and front passenger airbags are designed to deploy in severe ( usually frontal ) collisions where the magnitude and duration of the forward deceleration of the vehicle exceeds the design 1 Vehicle Stability Control ( VSC ) is an electronic system designed SAFETY threshold level . In all other accidents , the airbags will not to help the driver maintain vehicle control under adverse inflate . conditions . It is not a substitute for safe driving practices . • To decrease the risk of injury from a deploying airbag , AND always wear seatbelts , sit upright in the middle of the seat Factors including speed , road conditions and driver steering as far back as possible from the airbag modules and do not EMERGENCY input can all affect whether VSC will be effective in preventing lean against the door . loss of control . 2 • Do not put objects in front of an airbag or around the Brake - Assist is designed to help the driver take full advantage of seatback . Do not use rearward - facing child seats in any the benefits of ABS ( Anti - lock Brake System ) . It is not a front passenger seat . The force of a deploying airbag SRS FEATURES substitute for safe driving practices . Braking effectiveness also may cause serious injury or death . depends on proper brake - system maintenance and tire and road conditions . Please see your Owner’s Manual for further instructions . 26 27
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2005 Prius Ins 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 23 PM Page 28 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Jump starting Jump start terminal The jump start terminal is in the fuse box . To access the terminal , open the fuse block cover and the jump start terminal cover . Connecting jumper cables Recommended connecting point Connect positive ( red ) jumper cable to the jump start terminal . Connect positive ( red ) jumper cable to the positive ( + ) terminal on the booster battery . Connect negative ( black ) jumper cable to the negative ( - ) terminal on the booster battery . Connect negative ( black ) jumper cable to the recommended connecting point of the vehicle with the discharged battery . Depress brake pedal , and press “ POWER � button to start the vehicle . Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details . 28
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prius05_ic.qxd 04.9.16 10 : 47 PM Page 2 Introducing the new BASIC 2005 VEHICLE Spare tire & tools Prius Tool location OPERATION GET THE FEELING . TOYOTA . This Pocket Reference Guide is a summary guide for basic vehicle operations . It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main equipment quickly and easily . Wheel nut wrench Jack handle The Pocket Reference Guide is not intended Jack as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual OVERVIEW Spare tire located in the vehicle’s glove box . We strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Removing the spare tire Manual and supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding of the vehicle’s capabilities and limitations . Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales , U.S.A . , Inc . , wish you many years of satisfied driving in your new Prius . Remove the luggage storage box . Loosen the bolt and remove it . FEATURES / OPERATIONS Remove the jack box . A word about safe vehicle operations ! Refer to the Owner’s Manual for jack positioning and This Pocket Reference Guide is not a full tire changing procedures . guide to Prius operations . Every Prius 24 - Hour Roadside Assistance owner should review the Owner’s Manual Complimentary Roadside Assistance for 3 that accompanies this vehicle . years / 36,000 miles . Ask your dealer for details . Pay special attention to the boxed Prius 24 - Hour Roadside Assistance includes : information highlighted in yellow Towing for mechanical breakdown and jump start throughout the Owner’s Manual . Each box 12V battery only contains safe operating instructions to Toll - free number , 24 - hours , 7 days a week SAFETY Lockout protection help you avoid injury or equipment Flat tire changes malfunction . AND Fluid delivery EMERGENCY Road hazard All information in this Pocket Reference Concierge service is current at the time of printing . Guide Mechanical first aid Toyota reserves the right to make changes FEATURES at any time without notice . Toyota Prius Roadside Assistance 1 - 877 - 304 - 6492 29