PRIUS 2 0 1 1 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
011 Prius This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle 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 your vehicle’s glove box. We strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding of your vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.
INDEX FEATURES/OPERATIONS Air Conditioning/Heating Audio Auto lock/unlock functions1 Clock Cruise control Dynamic Radar Cruise Control EV-Drive Mode Garage door opener (HomeLink®)3 Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) Hybrid Synergy Drive System Lights1 & turn signals LKA (Lane Keep Assist) Moonroof Multi-information display2 Parking brake Power outlets Seat adjustments-Front Seat heaters Seat-Folding down rear seat Seats-Head restraints Solar ventilation system Steering wheel switches Telephone controls (Blue
OVERVIEW Instrument panel Steering wheel controls Steering wheel audio controls Voice command button1,2 “TRIP” button Multi-information display button Steering wheel climate controls Cruise control1 “LKA” switch1 Distance switch1 Telephone controls1,2 Headlight and turn signal controls/Headlight, turn signal and front fog light controls1 Wiper and washer controls Mph or km/h button Advanced Parking Guide System/Intelligent Parking Assist pre-support switch1,2 Power button Multi-information display Audio sy
OVERVIEW Air Conditioning system FEATURES/OPERATIONS 1 2 If equipped For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual.
OVERVIEW Instrument cluster Service indicators and reminders Fuel gauge Transmission shift position indicator Multi-information display Instantaneous fuel consumption Speedometer Indicator symbols For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2, 2011 Owner’s Manual.
Master warning1 Electric power steering system warning1 OVERVIEW Low Tire Pressure Warning1 Theft deterrent/Engine immobilizer system indicator Headlight low/high beam indicator Turn signal indicator READY indicator EV Drive Mode indicator Eco Mode indicator Power Mode indicator Slip indicator/Hill-start Assist Control indicator1 Cruise control indicator2 Lane Keep Assist indicator FEATURES/OPERATIONS Front fog light indicator Anti-lock Brake System warning1 Automatic headlight leveling system warni
OVERVIEW Keyless entry Locking operation Push Unlocking operation Push ONCE: Driver door TWICE: All doors NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for safety. Remote Air Conditioning system operation (if equipped) Will automatically shut off after three minutes, or if a door is opened.
Smart Key system (if equipped) Start function Depress brake pedal OVERVIEW Green indicator ON Push Carrying Power (without starting Hybrid System) Without depressing the brake pedal, pressing the “POWER” switch will change the operation mode in succession from: ACCESSORY ON Power ON; Hybrid System is not engaged. All systems OFF. Locking operation (if equipped) Unlocking operation (if equipped) All-door lock Driver door unlock* FEATURES/OPERATIONS OFF Accessories such as the radio will operate.
OVERVIEW Fuel tank door release and cap Turn to open Pull Store NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened enough, Check Engine “ ” indicator may illuminate.
Light control-Instrument panel OVERVIEW + Brightness control Engine maintenance FEATURES/OPERATIONS NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer to the “Warranty Maintenance Guide.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Hybrid Synergy Drive System The Hybrid Synergy Drive System utilizes a computer-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 the 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.
Transmission Reverse OVERVIEW Park button Neutral Drive Engine brake* * The engine brake is the equivalent of downshifting. Shift to “B” when engine braking is desired (i.e. downhill driving, coasting to a stop, etc.). Eco Mode FEATURES/OPERATIONS Push Eco Mode helps achieve low fuel consumption during trips that involve frequent accelerating and braking. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. Power Mode Push Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS EV-Drive Mode (if equipped) Push EV-Drive Mode allows the electric motor (traction motor), powered by the hybrid battery (traction battery), to be used to drive the vehicle under certain driving conditions. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. Tilt and telescopic steering wheel Lock release lever Angle Length Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever. NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Seat adjustments-Front OVERVIEW Seat position (forward/backward) Height crank (driver side; if equipped) Seatback angle Lumbar support (driver side; if equipped) Front Lock release button Rear outboard Rear center Lock release button FEATURES/OPERATIONS Seats-Head restraints Lock release button Seat-Folding down rear seat (1) Press down 13 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES (2) Fold down
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Windows-Power Up Window lock switch Down Automatic operation Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop window midway, push the switch in the opposite direction. Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains operable.
Lights & turn signals Headlights OVERVIEW Auto* Headlights Parking lights OFF * If equipped Low beam High beam flasher High beam FEATURES/OPERATIONS Automatic light cutoff system Automatically turns lights off after a delay of 30 seconds. Front fog lights (if equipped) Turn Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Seat heaters (if equipped) Push Driver seat Push Front passenger seat Air Conditioning/Heating Temperature selector Temperature setting display Air outlet display Fan speed display Fan speed control Windshield defogger Air Conditioning ON/OFF Micro dust and pollen filter mode (turns off automatically after 3 minutes) Airflow vent Use “ ” or “ ” mode to reduce window fogging (system automatically switches to fresh air mode).
Solar ventilation system (if equipped) OVERVIEW Off On With the “POWER” switch in ON mode, turn on the solar ventilation switch. The solar ventilation system allows ventilation of the vehicle interior when the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. Moonroof (if equipped) Closing operation Push once to tilt up, again to open partway, and again to open completely.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Audio Preset buttons - functions in other modes indicated above number Type 1 Eject CD Mute Push to turn ON/OFF Seek station/ CD track select Push to adjust tone & balance Push to skip up/down folder and radio category type Station/CD track scan Mode View CD text Type 2 (with JBL speakers and Bluetooth® function) Load CD(s) CD player To scan tracks on a disc Push and hold “SCAN.” Push again to hold selection.
AUX or USB/AUX port (if equipped) OVERVIEW Press DISC-AUX button until correct source (AUX, USB or BT AUDIO) is selected By inserting a mini plug into the AUX or USB/AUX port, you can listen to music from a portable audio device through the vehicle’s speaker system while in AUX or USB/AUX mode. Power outlets Lower center console Center console box (if equipped) FEATURES/OPERATIONS Power switch must be set at “ACCESSORY” or “ON” mode to be used.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Cruise control (if equipped) Turning system ON/OFF System ON/OFF Functions Increase speed Resume2 Cancel1 Decrease speed Set 1 2 The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal. The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph. Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (if equipped) Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details and complete safety precautions before attempting to use “Dynamic Radar Cruise Control.
Distance control mode OVERVIEW LONG MIDDLE SHORT FEATURES/OPERATIONS Distance control mode will cruise at a set speed, decelerate to maintain selected distance from a slower vehicle traveling in front of you, and accelerate back up to the selected speed if the vehicle in front of you changes lanes or speeds up. (1) To select distance control mode Push the ON-OFF button. The “RADAR READY” and “ ” will come on. (2) To set, cancel and resume a speed Refer to instructions for Cruise Control section.
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Multi-information display Push “DISP” to change between the following information screens: (1) Energy monitor (2) Hybrid System Indicator (3) 5-minute/1-minute interval fuel consumption display (4) Fuel consumption history display Push and hold “DISP” to set up the displays.
Clock OVERVIEW H- Hour set M- Minute set :00- Round off minutes Refer to the Owner’s Manual for details on adjusting time. Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) HAC helps prevent rolling backwards on an incline. To engage, push further down on brake pedal while at a complete stop until a beep sounds and slip indicator illuminates. HAC holds for approximately two seconds after releasing brake pedal. FEATURES/OPERATIONS Brake pedal Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Seat belts Take up slack Too high Keep as low on hips as possible If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be re-extended beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is used to help hold child restraint systems securely. To find more information about seat belts, and how to install a child restraint system, refer to the Owner's Manual.
Door locks OVERVIEW Unlock Lock Doors-Child safety locks Rear door Spare tire & tools Tool location FEATURES/OPERATIONS Moving the lever to “LOCK” will allow the door to be opened only from the outside. Center auxiliary box Wheel nut wrench Jack handle Jack Towing eyelet Spare tire SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Removing the spare tire Refer to the Owner’s Manual for tire changing and jack positioning procedures.
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