Toyota Prius Prime (2022 year). Manual in english — page 19

Inside rear view mirror

The height of the rear view mirror can be adjusted to suit your driving
posture.
Adjust the height of the rear view
mirror by moving it up and down.



Manual anti-glare inside rear view mirror

Reflected light from the headlights of vehicles behind can be reduced
by operating the lever.

Normal position
Anti-glare position

The rear view mirror’s position can be adjusted to enable suffi-
cient confirmation of the rear view.

Adjusting the height of rear view mirror

Anti-glare function

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Auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror

Responding to the level of brightness of the headlights of vehicles
behind, the reflected light is automatically reduced.
Changing automatic anti-glare
function mode
On/off

When the automatic anti-glare
function is in ON mode, the indica-
tor illuminates.
The function will set to ON mode
each time the power switch is
turned to ON mode.
Pressing the button turns the func-
tion to OFF mode. (The indicator
also turns off.)

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To prevent sensor error (vehicles with auto anti-glare inside rear view
mirror)

Indicator

To ensure that the sensors operate prop-
erly, do not touch or cover them.

WARNING

Do not adjust the position of the mirror while driving.
Doing so may lead to mishandling of the vehicle and cause an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.

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Outside rear view mirrors

To select a mirror to adjust, turn
the switch.

Left
Right

To adjust the mirror, operate the
switch.

Up
Right
Down
Left

Push the mirror back in the direc-
tion of the vehicle’s rear.

Adjustment procedure

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2

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2
3
4

Folding the mirrors

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Mirror angle can be adjusted when

The power switch is in ACCESSORY or ON mode.

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When the mirrors are fogged up

The outside rear view mirrors can be cleared using the mirror defoggers. Turn
on the rear window defogger to turn on the outside rear view mirror defog-
gers. (



P. 512, 523)

WARNING

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Important points while driving

Observe the following precautions while driving.
Failing to do so may result in loss of control of the vehicle and cause an
accident, resulting in death or serious injury.

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Do not adjust the mirrors while driving.

●

Do not drive with the mirrors folded.

●

Both the driver and passenger side mirrors must be extended and properly
adjusted before driving.

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When a mirror is moving

To avoid personal injury and mirror malfunction, be careful not to get your
hand caught by the moving mirror.

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When the mirror defoggers are operating

Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces, as they can become very hot
and burn you.

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Power windows

The power windows can be opened and closed using the switches.
Operating the switch moves the side windows as follows:

Closing
One-touch closing

Opening
One-touch opening

: To stop the side window partway,

operate the switch in the opposite
direction.

Press the switch to lock the pas-
senger windows.

The indicator will come on.
Use this switch to prevent children
from accidentally opening or clos-
ing a passenger window.

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The power windows can be operated when

The power switch is in ON mode.

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Operating the power windows after turning the hybrid system off

The power windows can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even
after the power switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. They
cannot, however, be operated once either front door is opened.

Opening and closing procedures

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4

Window lock switch

Indicator

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Jam protection function

If an object becomes jammed between the side window and the window
frame while the side window is closing, side window movement is stopped
and the side window is opened slightly.

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Catch protection function

If an object becomes caught between the door and side window while the
side window is opening, side window movement is stopped.

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When the window cannot be opened or closed

When the jam protection function or catch protection function operates
unusually and the side window cannot be opened and closed, perform the fol-
lowing operations with the power window switch of that door.

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Stop the vehicle. With the power switch in ON mode, within 4 seconds of the
jam protection function or catch protection function activating, continuously
operate the power window switch in the one-touch closing direction or one-
touch opening direction so that the side window can be opened and closed.

●

If the side window cannot be opened and closed even when performing the
above operations, perform the following procedure for function initialization.

Turn the power switch to ON mode.
Pull and hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing direction
and completely close the side window.
Release the power window switch for a moment, resume pulling the
switch in the one-touch closing direction, and hold it there for approxi-
mately 6 seconds or more.
Press and hold the power window switch in the one-touch opening direc-
tion. After the side window is completely opened, continue holding the
switch for an additional 1 second or more.
Release the power window switch for a moment, resume pressing the
switch in the one-touch opening direction, and hold it there for approxi-
mately 4 seconds or more.
Pull and hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing direction
again. After the side window is completely closed, continue holding the
switch for a further 1 second or more.

If you release the switch while the side window is moving, start again from
the beginning.
If the side window reverses and cannot be fully closed or opened, have the
vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

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Door lock linked window operation

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The power windows can be opened and closed using the mechanical key.

(



P. 708)

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The power windows can be opened using the wireless remote control.

(



P. 280)

: These settings must be customized at your Toyota dealer.

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When the 12-volt battery is disconnected

The window lock switch is disabled. If necessary, press the window lock
switch after reconnecting the 12-volt battery.

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Power window open reminder function

The buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display
in the instrument cluster when the power switch is turned off and the driver’s
door is opened with the power windows open.

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Customization

Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features:



P. 749)

WARNING

Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury.

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Closing the windows

●

The driver is responsible for all the power window operations, including the
operation for the passengers. In order to prevent accidental operation,
especially by a child, do not let a child operate the power windows. It is
possible for children and other passengers to have body parts caught in
the power window. Also, when riding with a child, it is recommended to use
the window lock switch. (



P. 309)

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When using the wireless remote control or mechanical key and operating
the power windows, operate the power window after checking to make
sure that there is no possibility of any passenger having any of their body
parts caught in the side window. Also do not let a child operate side win-
dow by the wireless remote control or mechanical key. It is possible for
children and other passengers to get caught in the power window.

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When exiting the vehicle, turn the power switch off, carry the key and exit
the vehicle along with the child. There may be accidental operation, due to
mischief, etc., that may possibly lead to an accident.

●

Check to make sure that all passengers
do not have any part of their body in a
position where it could be caught when
a side window is being operated.

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WARNING

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Jam protection function

●

Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection
function.

●

The jam protection function may not work if something gets jammed just
before the side window is fully closed. Be careful not to get any part of
your body jammed in the side window.

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Catch protection function

●

Never use any part of your body or clothing to intentionally activate the
catch protection function.

●

The catch protection function may not work if something gets caught just
before the side window is fully opened. Be careful not to get any part of
your body or clothing caught in the side window.

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Driving

5-1. Before driving

Driving the vehicle. . . . 314
Cargo and luggage . . ... 326
Vehicle load limits . . . . 329
Trailer towing. . . . . . 330
Dinghy towing . . . . ... 331

5-2. Driving procedures

Power (ignition) switch . .. 332
Hybrid transmission. . ... 339
Turn signal lever. . . . 345
Parking brake . . . . . 346

5-3. Operating the lights

and wipers

Headlight switch . . . . 347
AHB (Automatic High

Beam) . . . . . . . . 352

Fog light switch . . . . . 357
Windshield wipers and

washer . . . . . . . 359

5-4. Refueling

Opening the fuel tank

cap . . . . . . . . .. 365

5-5. Using the driving support

systems

Toyota Safety Sense 2.0... 370
PCS (Pre-Collision

System). . . . . . ... 379

LTA (Lane Tracing

Assist) . . . . . . . . 390

RSA (Road Sign

Assist) . . . . . . . . 405

Dynamic radar cruise

control with full-speed
range. . . . . . . ... 409

Driving mode select

switch. . . . . . . .. 425

BSM

(Blind Spot Monitor) . . 427
• The Blind Spot Monitor

function . . . . . . . 432

• The Rear Cross Traffic

Alert function. . . . . 435

Intuitive parking assist. ... 441
Parking Support Brake

function . . . . . . ... 452

S-APGS (Simple

Advanced Parking
Guidance System) . . .. 462

Driving assist systems . .. 496

5-6. Driving tips

Winter driving tips . . . . 502

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Driving the vehicle

Check that the charging cable is disconnected. (

P. 147)



P. 332

With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift position to D.
(

P. 339)

Check that the shift position indicator shows D.

Release the parking brake. (



P. 346)

Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelera-
tor pedal to accelerate the vehicle.

With the shift position in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.

If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift the shift
position to P. (

P. 340)

The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe
driving:

Before starting the hybrid system

Starting the hybrid system

Driving

Stopping

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Drivin

Stop the vehicle completely.
Set the parking brake. (



P. 346)

Shift the shift position to P. (



P. 340)

Check that the shift position indicator shows P.

Press the power switch to stop the hybrid system.
Slowly release the brake pedal.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the electronic key on your
person.

If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.

Firmly set the parking brake with the brake pedal depressed, and
then shift the shift position to D.
Release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.

When the following unusual operation is performed with the accelera-
tor pedal depressed, the hybrid system output may be restrained.

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When the shift position is shifted to R

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When the shift position is shifted from P or R to forward drive shift
position such as D

When the system operates, a message appears on the multi-informa-
tion display. Read the message and follow the instruction.

*: Depending on the situation, the shift position may not be changed.

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When starting off on an uphill

The hill-start assist control will activate. (

P. 497)

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For electricity-saving and fuel-efficient driving

Understand the system characteristics of the vehicle to use the functions of
the hybrid system. Also, keep in mind that hybrid vehicles are similar to con-
ventional vehicles, and it is necessary to refrain from activities such as sud-
den acceleration. Refer to “Plug-in hybrid vehicle driving tips” (



P. 106).

Parking the vehicle

Starting off on a steep uphill

Sudden start restraint control (Drive-Start Control [DSC])

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Driving in the rain

●

Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the win-
dows may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.

●

Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be espe-
cially slippery.

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Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain,
because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road sur-
face, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.

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Restraining the hybrid system output (Brake Override System)

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When the accelerator and brake pedals are depressed at the same time, the
hybrid system output may be restrained.

●

A warning message is displayed on the multi-information display while the
system is operating. (

P. 686)

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“ECO Accelerator Guidance” (



P. 228)

It is easier to drive in an Eco-friendly manner by driving while referring to the
“ECO Accelerator Guidance” display. Also, by using the “ECO Accelerator
Guidance”, it is easier to increase the Eco score evaluation.

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When starting off:
While staying within the “ECO Accelerator Guidance” range, gradually
depress the accelerator pedal and accelerate to the desired speed. If exces-
sive acceleration is avoided, the “Eco-Start” score will increase.

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When driving:
After accelerating to the desired speed, release the accelerator pedal and
drive at a stable speed within the “ECO Accelerator Guidance” range. By
keeping the vehicle within the “ECO Accelerator Guidance” range, the “Eco-
Cruise” score will increase.

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When stopping:
When stopping the vehicle, early releasing the accelerator pedal will cause
the “Eco-Stop” score to increase.

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Drive-Start Control (DSC)

When the TRAC is turned off (

P. 497), sudden start restraint control also

does not operate. If your vehicle have trouble escaping from the mud or fresh
snow due to sudden start restraint control operation, deactivate TRAC (

497) so that the vehicle may become able to escape from the mud or fresh
snow.

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Drivin

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Breaking in your new Toyota

To extend the life of the vehicle, observing the following precautions is recom-
mended:

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For the first 200 miles (300 km):
Avoid sudden stops.

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For the first 600 miles (1000 km):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
• Avoid sudden acceleration.
• Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.

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Operating your vehicle in a foreign country

Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability
of the correct fuel. (



P. 728)

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For efficient use

●

Shift the shift position to D when driving.
In the N position, the gasoline engine operates but electricity cannot be gen-
erated. The hybrid battery (traction battery) will discharge, requiring unnec-
essary engine power to charge.

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Drive your vehicle smoothly.
Avoid abrupt acceleration and deceleration. Gradual acceleration and decel-
eration will make more effective use of the electric motor (traction motor)
without having to use gasoline engine power.

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Avoid repeated acceleration.
Repeated acceleration consumes hybrid battery (traction battery) power,
resulting in poor acceleration. Battery power can be restored by driving with
the accelerator pedal slightly released.

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Shift the shift position to P when parking.
In the N position, the hybrid battery (traction battery) does not charge. Leav-
ing the shift position in the N position for an extended period of time may
discharge the hybrid battery (traction battery). The vehicle cannot run if the
hybrid battery (traction battery) is discharged.

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WARNING

Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

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When starting the vehicle

Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the “READY”
indicator is illuminated. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.

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When driving the vehicle

●

Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accel-
erator pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal.
• Accidentally depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the brake

pedal will result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident.

• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a diffi-

culty in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.

• Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the

vehicle only slightly. This allows you to depress the brake and accelera-
tor pedals properly.

• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake

pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency, result-
ing in an accident.

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The driver should pay extra attention to pedestrians when the vehicle is
powered only by the electric motor (traction motor). As there is no engine
noise, the pedestrians may misjudge the vehicle’s movement. Even
though the vehicle is equipped with the vehicle proximity notification sys-
tem, drive with care as pedestrians in the vicinity may still not notice the
vehicle if the surrounding area is noisy.

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Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammable materials
such as leaves, paper or rags.
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. These hot
parts may cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.

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During normal driving, do not turn off the hybrid system. Turning the hybrid
system off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control,
however, power assist to the steering will be lost. This will make it more
difficult to steer smoothly, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as
soon as it is safe to do so.
In the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the
vehicle in the normal way:

P. 661

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WARNING

Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

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When driving the vehicle

●

Use engine braking (shift position B instead of shift position D) 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. 340)

●

Do not adjust the positions of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or
outside rear view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control.

●

Always check that all passengers’ arms, head or other parts of their body
are not outside the vehicle.

●

Do not drive across river crossings or through other bodies of water.
This may cause electric/electronic components to short circuit, damage
the hybrid system or cause other serious damage to the vehicle.

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Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit per-
mits it, do not drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) unless your vehicle has high-
speed capability tires. Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may result in tire
failure, loss of control and possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer
to determine whether the tires on your vehicle are high-speed capability
tires or not before driving at such speeds.

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When driving on slippery road surfaces

●

Sudden braking, acceleration and steering may cause tire slippage and
reduce your ability to control the vehicle.

●

Sudden acceleration, engine braking due to shifting, or changes in engine
speed could cause the vehicle to skid, resulting in an accident.

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After driving through a puddle, depress the brake pedal to make sure that
the brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent the
brakes from functioning properly. If the brakes on only one side are wet
and not functioning properly, steering control may be affected.

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