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2009 POWERED Quick BY Reference Guide MN 00505 - QRG09 - PRI Printed in the USA 7 / 08
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2009 Prius Spare tire & tools Tool location OVERVIEW This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle Wheel nut wrench Jack handle operations . It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main equipment quickly and easily . The Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual located in the vehicle’s glove box . We strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and supplementary Jack manuals so you will have a better understanding of the vehicle’s Spare tire 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 . Removing the spare tire FEATURES / OPERATIONS ( 1 ) ( 1 ) Remove the luggage storage box . ( 2 ) ( 2 ) Loosen the bolt and remove it . ( 3 ) Remove the jack box . ( 3 ) Refer to the “ Owner’s Manual � for A word about safe vehicle operations ! tire changing and jack positioning This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of Prius procedures . Owner’s operations . Every Prius owner should review the that accompanies this vehicle . Manual Pay special attention to the boxed information highlighted in Owner’s Manual . Each box contains safe color throughout the operating instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment SAFETY malfunction . AND Quick Reference Guide is current at All information in this EMERGENCY the time of printing . Toyota reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice . FEATURES 29
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INDEX BASIC HYBRID Hybrid Synergy Drive System 2 BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE 1 VEHICLE Keyless entry 6 Key fob 3 OPERATION Parking & turning OFF the Hybrid System 9 OPERATION Shifting 8 Smart Key system 4 - 5 1 Smart Key unlock functions 5 Turning the Hybrid System ON 7 Engine maintenance 15 OVERVIEW Fuel tank door opener and cap 14 Hood release 15 Indicator symbols 12 - 13 Instrument cluster 12 Instrument panel 10 - 11 Light control - Instrument panel 14 OVERVIEW Rear hatch 14 Air Conditioning / Heating 20 - 21 FEATURES / OPERATIONS Audio 22 - 23 Clock 25 Cruise control 21 Cup and bottle holders 25 ® 2 Garage door opener ( HomeLink ) 17 Lights & turn signals 16 Luggage storage box 24 Parking brake 25 Power outlets 25 Seat adjustments - Front 18 FEATURES / OPERATIONS Seat adjustments - Rear 18 18 Seats - Head restraints ® Telephone controls ( Bluetooth ) 24 Tilt steering wheel 19 Windows 19 Windshield wipers & washers 17 Door locks 26 SAFETY AND Doors - Child safety locks 26 Emergency flashers 27 EMERGENCY FEATURES Jump starting 28 Rear air vent 27 Seat belts 26 Seat belts - Shoulder belt anchor 26 SAFETY Spare tire & tools 29 ressure Monitoring ( warning ) System 27 Tire P AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 1 Programmable by customer . For dealer - programmable features , please visit your Toyota dealer . 2 ® HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls , Inc . 1
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BASIC BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION HYBRID Key fob Hybrid Synergy Drive System VEHICLE The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer controlled gasoline Master key engine and electric motor to provide the most efficient combination of OPERATION power for the vehicle . To conserve energy , when the brakes are applied , braking force generates electricity which is then sent to the traction battery . In addition , the engine shuts off when the vehicle is stopped . The benefits are better fuel economy , reduced vehicle emissions and improved performance . Note : Fuel consumption and energy information of the Hybrid System Ignition keyslot are shown on the multi - information display . Refer to this screen ( key fob ) for important driving information and feedback to maximize Mechanical key * energy use / creation and conserve fuel . * Lock / Unlock the driver’s door only OVERVIEW Tips for improved fuel economy - Ensure tire pressures are maintained at levels specified in the Owner's Manual . Slide - If possible , link trips to reduce engine cold starts . - Avoid driving at speeds that are higher than necessary , especially on the highway . - When possible , avoid sudden stops to maximize regenerative braking Pull out energy . - Minimize use of the Air Conditioning . Master key Ignition key & wireless remote . Owner’s Manual for more details . Refer to the Mechanical key Fits into master key and can be removed to manually lock / unlock driver door only . FEATURES / OPERATIONS Ignition key slot When inserting , push completely in . When removing , gently pull ; key will be pushed out by a spring . DO NOT FORCE THE KEY . If it cannot be removed , push it all the way in again , then pull it out . To remove or replace mechanical key Slide the lock knob in the direction of the arrow . SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 2 3
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BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION BASIC HYBRID Smart Key system cancel switch Smart Key system ( if equipped ) VEHICLE Push OPERATION Enabled Disabled NOTE : To conserve battery power , turn the Smart Key system “ OFF � when Carrying a Smart Key allows the vehicle to be locked , unlocked and the not using the vehicle for prolonged periods of time . For more battery saving OVERVIEW Hybrid System engaged without handling the key . information , refer to the Owner’s Manual . Locking operation Smart Key unlock functions ( if equipped ) Rear hatch Front door The Smart Key unlocking function can be programmed to operate in three different modes when Smart Key is activated . In all modes , grasping the front passenger’s door handle will unlock all doors . - To unlock driver’s door only , grasp driver’s door handle . Push - To unlock all doors , grasp any door handle except rear doors . Push - To unlock driver’s door or hatch independently , grasp the handle . Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information on this feature , and Unlocking operation how to change modes . FEATURES / OPERATIONS Rear hatch Front door NOTE : After unlocking , if a door is not opened within 60 seconds , all doors Owner’s Manual and the following will relock for safety . Refer to your section of this guide for Smart Key unlocking programmable options . SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 4 5
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BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION BASIC HYBRID Turning the Hybrid System ON Keyless entry VEHICLE Locking operation Start function OPERATION ( 1 ) ( 2 ) ( 3 ) Push OVERVIEW Unlocking operation ( 1 ) Insert key . * ( 2 ) Depress the brake pedal and push the “ POWER � button briefly and firmly . ( 3 ) The “ READY � light will blink . After a few seconds , when the light remains ON and a beep sounds , you may begin driving . Note : The brake pedal must be depressed to turn the Hybrid System on . * It is not necessary to insert the ignition key ( key fob ) if Smart Key Push ONCE : Driver door system is installed and activated . TWICE : All doors FEATURES / OPERATIONS Changing operation modes NOTE : If a door is not opened within 60 seconds of unlocking , all doors will relock for safety . Pressing “ POWER � without depressing the brake pedal while the Hybrid System is OFF will change the operation mode in succession from : Panic button Accessories such as the radio will operate . ACCESSORY Ignition is on ; Hybrid System is not engaged . ON All systems OFF . OFF SAFETY Push and hold AND EMERGENCY FEATURES 6 7
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BASIC HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION BASIC HYBRID Shifting Parking & turning OFF the Hybrid System VEHICLE ( 1 ) OPERATION Park button Shift position ( 2 ) ( 3 ) OVERVIEW Shift lever ( 4 ) Park button Reverse ( buzzer sounds ) Neutral ( 1 ) When the vehicle is at a complete stop , keep brake pedal depressed FEATURES / OPERATIONS and push Park button above the shift lever . Drive ( 2 ) Push the “ POWER � button to turn off the system . ( 3 ) Fully depress the parking brake . * Engine brake ( 4 ) Remove the key fob if inserted . * WARNING : If the “ POWER � button is held for longer than three seconds while the vehicle is moving , the Hybrid System will shut off . Brake pedal must be depressed when shifting to or from the Park * It is not necessary to insert the ignition key ( key fob ) if Smart Key position . If brake is not applied , a beep will sound and the vehicle cannot system is installed and activated . be shifted . Information NOTE : The shift lever will always return to its original position after In some instances when the engine starts , and / or on a short trip after the ALWAYS CONFIRM SHIFT POSITION BY CHECKING INDICATOR shifting . engine is stopped , the engine water pump may continue operating for a SAFETY SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER . short time . This is a standard operation of the vehicle to ensure optimum * The engine brake is the equivalent of downshifting . Shift to “ B � when performance and shouldn’t be a concern . AND engine braking is desired ( i.e . downhill driving , coasting to a stop , etc . ) . EMERGENCY FEATURES 8 9
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BASIC OVERVIEW HYBRID Instrument panel VEHICLE ithout navigation system W OPERATION OVERVIEW 1,2 With navigation system FEATURES / OPERATIONS 1 Audio system Headlight , turn signal and front fog light controls 12V DC 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 ) 1 Cruise control “ CLIMATE � switch ( multi - information display control ) Multi - information display Tire Pressure Monitoring ( warning ) System 1 “ DISPLAY � switch ( multi - information display control ) Smart Key system cancel Steering wheel climate control “ INFO � switch ( multi - information display control ) SAFETY Instrument panel light control Mph or km / h button Steering wheel audio control Trip meter reset AND Emergency flasher button 1 EMERGENCY If equipped 2 For details , refer to the Navigation System Owner’s Manual . FEATURES 10 11
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OVERVIEW BASIC HYBRID 1 Instrument cluster Electric power steering system warning VEHICLE 1 Smart Key system warning OPERATION Turn signal indicator Headlight high beam indicator Headlight indicator Service indicators and reminder Speedometer Slip indicator Fuel gauge 1 Odometer and two trip meters Automatic headlight leveling system warning 2 OVERVIEW Cruise control indicator Indicator symbols 1 1 Brake system warning Hybrid System warning 1 Driver seat belt reminder 3 Running mode position indicator ( alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph ) 1 Front passenger seat belt reminder Driving ready light ( alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph ) 1 Charging system warning Automatic Air Conditioner indicator 1 Malfunction / Check Engine indicator Recirculate mode indicator 1 Low engine oil pressure warning Windshield airflow indicator FEATURES / OPERATIONS 1 Low fuel level indicator Rear window and outside rearview mirror defogger indicator 1 Master warning Hybrid vehicle immobilizer / Theft deterrent system indicator 1 High coolant temperature warning Front passenger occupant classification indicator 1 1 Anti - lock Brake System warning Open door warning 1 1 Airbag SRS warning Yellow : Brake System warning 1 Low Tire Pressure Warning SAFETY 1 Vehicle Stability Control warning AND 1 Engine oil replacement reminder EMERGENCY 1 Traction battery warning 3 1 FEATURES For details , refer to “ Transmission � Section 2 - 1 , 2009 Owner’s Manual . s Manual . r ’ For details , refer to Section 5 - 2 , 2009 Owne 2 If this light flashes , see “ Cruise control � Section 2 - 4 , 2009 Owner’s Manual . 12 13
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OVERVIEW BASIC HYBRID Fuel tank door opener and cap Hood release VEHICLE Pull OPERATION Pull up Driver seat Store Turn OVERVIEW Pull up latch and raise hood NOTE : Tighten until one click is heard . If the cap is not tightened enough , Engine maintenance Check Engine “ � indicator may illuminate . NOTE : MAINTAIN GASOLINE IN THE TANK AT ALL TIMES . SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE HYBRID SYSTEM CAN OCCUR IF THE VEHICLE RUNS OUT OF GASOLINE . Rear hatch FEATURES / OPERATIONS Pull Windshield washer fluid tank To open the rear hatch , grasp the handle and pull up . Engine oil filler cap Engine coolant reservoir Light control - Instrument panel Engine oil level dipstick SAFETY Note : Regularly scheduled maintenance , including oil changes , will + help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance . AND s Warranty Information Booklet , � Please refer to the “ Owner ’ EMERGENCY “ Scheduled Maintenance Guide � or “ Owner’s Manual Brightness control Supplement . � FEATURES - 14 15
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BASIC FEATURES / OPERATIONS HYBRID Lights & turn signals Windshield wipers & washers VEHICLE Headlights Front OPERATION Single wipe AUTO * Adjust interval * Head lights Parking light Interval wipe Slow Fast Pull to wash and wipe Low beam High beam flasher High beam * Intermittent windshield wiper interval adjustment OVERVIEW Rotate to increase / decrease wipe frequency . Rear * If equipped Wash and wipe Automatic light cutoff system Automatically turns off lights when the Wipe driver’s door is opened with the Hybrid System “ OFF . � Interval wipe Front fog lights ( if equipped ) Wash and wipe FEATURES / OPERATIONS Turn ® Garage door opener ( HomeLink ) Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam . ( if equipped ) Turn signals Indicator Right turn Lane change Lane change SAFETY Buttons Left turn ® Garage door openers manufactured under license from HomeLink * can be AND programmed to operate garage doors , estate gates , security lighting , etc . EMERGENCY Owner’s Manual for more details . Refer to the oyota Customer Experience For programming assistance , contact the T Center at 1 - 800 - 331 - 4331 , or visit http : / / www.homelink.com . FEATURES ® * HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls , Inc . 16 17
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FEATURES / OPERATIONS BASIC HYBRID Seat adjustments - Front Tilt steering wheel VEHICLE OPERATION Angle Lock release lever Hold wheel , push lever down , set angle and return lever . Note : Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion . Seatback angle Position OVERVIEW Windows Seat adjustments - Rear Driver side Down ( 2 ) Push down Up ( 1 ) Remove the seat belt Window lock switch Down Up FEATURES / OPERATIONS ( 3 ) Fold down Window operation Automatic operation ( driver side only ) Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up and release to fully open or close . To stop window Seats - Head restraints midway , lightly push the switch in the opposite direction . Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows . Driver’s window remains operable . NOTE : If 12V battery is disconnected , the driver’s window will need to be reinitialized . Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details . SAFETY AND EMERGENCY Lock release button FEATURES 18 19
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FEATURES / OPERATIONS BASIC HYBRID Steering wheel switches Air Conditioning / Heating VEHICLE Type 1 functions OPERATION Auto A / C ON / OFF Temperature selector Air intake selector Windshield vent Rear window and outside rearview mirror defogger Type 2 functions OVERVIEW Cruise control ( if equipped ) Turning system ON / OFF System ON / OFF With navigation system * FEATURES / OPERATIONS Setting a speed 2 Resume / Increase speed 1 Cancel Passenger compartment temperature Outside temperature Temperature selector Airflow vent Set / Decrease speed Fan speed 1 The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal . SAFETY Automatic climate control ON 2 If vehicle speed falls below 25 mph , the set speed will not be resumed . Fresh or recirculated cabin air AND Rear window and outside rearview mirror defogger EMERGENCY Windshield airflow Air Conditioning ON / OFF Climate control OFF FEATURES Display the operation screen * For details , refer to the “ Navigation System Owner’s Manual . � 20 21
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FEATURES / OPERATIONS BASIC HYBRID CD PLAYER Audio VEHICLE To scan tracks on a disc Touch “ SCAN � icon on the display . Push again to Type 1 hold selection . OPERATION Audio CD changer ( Type 2 only ) - To load one disc Push “ LOAD � and insert one disc . - To load multiple discs Push and hold “ LOAD � until you hear a beep . Insert one disc . Shutter will close and then re - open for next disc . To select a file ( MP3 / WMA only ) Turn “ TUNE • FILE . � Steering wheel switches Push to turn ON / OFF Eject CD Volume control Mode OVERVIEW Seek station / CD track select Station / CD track scan Type 2 additional functions Withvigation “ MODE � snaystem * Push to turn audio ON and select an audio mode . Push and hold to turn the audio system OFF . > > “ � switch In radio mode Push to select a preset station ; push and hold to seek the next strong station . In CD mode Push to skip up or down to next / previous track . FEATURES / OPERATIONS AUX audio jack ( if equipped ) Load CD ( s ) Push to turn ON / OFF Audio file search Seek station / CD track CD / AUX mode select or audio file select * For details , refer to the “ Navigation System Owner’s Manual . � Center console Audio operation screen Audio operation screen By inserting a mini plug into the AUX audio jack , you can listen to music from a portable audio device through the vehicle’s speaker system while SAFETY in AUX mode . Push AND EMERGENCY RADIO To preset a station Tune in the desired station and touch a station selector icon ( 1 - 6 ) until you hear a beep . FEATURES To scan for stations Push “ SCAN . � Push again to hold selection . 22 23
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FEATURES / OPERATIONS BASIC HYBRID Luggage storage box Cup and bottle holders VEHICLE Cup holder - Front Cup holder - Rear Unlock OPERATION Unlock Bottle holder ® Telephone controls ( Bluetooth ) Front door ( if equipped ) Display Microphone OVERVIEW Power outlets Instrument panel ( 12V ) Center console box ( 12V ) Steering wheel telephone switches FEATURES / OPERATIONS The Hybrid System must be in “ ACC � or “ IG - ON . � Parking brake Voice command button Volume End call Set : Depressepress Release : D again SAFETY Start call AND Clock ® Bluetooth technology allows dialing or receipt of calls without taking EMERGENCY hands from the steering wheel or using a cable to connect the telephone and the system . H - Hour set Refer to “ Hands - free system ( for cellular phone ) , � Section 3 - 4 in the FEATURES M - Minute set Owner’s Manual for more details . 24 25
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BASIC SAFETY AND HYBRID EMERGENCY FEATURES Door locks Emergency flashers VEHICLE Lock OPERATION Unlock Push Rear air vent Doors - Child safety locks Rear door OVERVIEW Note : The air vent on the right side of the rear seatback is designed to assist in cooling the Hybrid vehicle battery . DO NOT BLOCK Moving the lever to “ LOCK � will allow the door to be opened only from OR COVER THIS VENT , as it may cause overheating , resulting in the outside . reduced vehicle performance . Seat belts Tire Pressure Monitoring ( warning ) System Take up slack FEATURES / OPERATIONS Too high System reset initialization 1 . Push and hold “ SET � button Keep as low bonle until the indicator blinks hips as possi three times . 2 . Wait a few minutes to allow If belt is fully extended , then retracted even slightly , it cannot be initialization to complete . re - extended beyond that point , unless fully retracted again . This feature is used to help hold child restraint systems securely . After adjusting tire pressures , or after tires have been rotated or To find more information about seat belts , and how to install a child replaced , turn the ignition switch to “ ON � and press and hold the Owner’s Manual . restraint system , refer to the “ SET � button until indicator blinks three times . Let the vehicle sit for a few minutes to allow initialization to complete . Seat belts - Shoulder belt anchor SAFETY Refer to the load label on the door jamb or the Owner’s Manual for tire inflation specifications . AND Push up , or squeeze lock release to lower If the tire pressure indicator flashes for more than 60 seconds and then EMERGENCY remains on , take the vehicle to your local Toyota dealer . Note : The warning light may come on due to temperature changes or FEATURES changes in tire pressure from natural air leakage . If the system has not been initialized recently , setting the tire pressures to factory specifications should turn off the light . 26 27
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SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Jump starting Jump start terminal Exclusive jump start terminal cover 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 ( 4 ) Recommendedoint ( 1 ) connecting p ( 4 ) ( 2 ) ( 3 ) ( 1 ) Connect positive ( red ) jumper cable to the jump start terminal . ( 2 ) Connect positive ( red ) jumper cable to the positive ( + ) terminal on the booster battery . ( 3 ) Connect negative ( black ) jumper cable to the negative ( - ) terminal on the booster battery . ( 4 ) Connect negative ( black ) jumper cable to the recommended connecting point of the vehicle with the discharged battery . ( 5 ) 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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2009 Prius Spare tire & tools Tool location OVERVIEW This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle Wheel nut wrench Jack handle operations . It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main equipment quickly and easily . The Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual located in the vehicle’s glove box . We strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and supplementary Jack manuals so you will have a better understanding of the vehicle’s Spare tire 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 . Removing the spare tire FEATURES / OPERATIONS ( 1 ) ( 1 ) Remove the luggage storage box . ( 2 ) ( 2 ) Loosen the bolt and remove it . ( 3 ) Remove the jack box . ( 3 ) Refer to the “ Owner’s Manual � for A word about safe vehicle operations ! tire changing and jack positioning This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of Prius procedures . Owner’s operations . Every Prius owner should review the that accompanies this vehicle . Manual Pay special attention to the boxed information highlighted in Owner’s Manual . Each box contains safe color throughout the operating instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment SAFETY malfunction . AND Quick Reference Guide is current at All information in this EMERGENCY the time of printing . Toyota reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice . FEATURES 29
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2009 POWERED Quick BY Reference Guide MN 00505 - QRG09 - PRI Printed in the USA 7 / 08
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