Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid (2017 year). Manual - part 12
2-2. Charging
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Likely cause
Correction procedure
If “Charging Stopped High Energy Use See Owner’s Manual” is shown
Check the following items, and then
carry out charging again.
• If the headlights and audio are
turned on, turn them off.
• Turn the power switch off.
Power is being consumed by electri-
If charging cannot be carried out,
cal components of vehicle
even after performing the above, the
auxiliary battery may not be suffi-
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ciently charged. Operate the hybrid
system for approximately
15 min-
utes or more to charge the auxiliary
battery.
If “Charging System Malfunction See Owner’s Manual” is shown
Have the vehicle inspected by any
Malfunction occurred in charging
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer,
system
or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
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Instrument cluster
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3.
Instrument cluster
Combination meter
190
Warning lights and
indicators
199
Main display
207
Multi-information display
215
Head-up display
249
Energy monitor/
consumption screen
256
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Combination meter
The large meter uses 2 liquid crystal displays to display informa-
tion such as the vehicle condition, driving status, electricity con-
sumption and fuel consumption.
Combination meter layout
The units used on the
display may differ depending on the target region.
1
Main display (P. 207)
The main display shows basic information related to driving, such as the
vehicle speed and remaining fuel amount.
Multi-information display (P. 215)
2
The multi-information display shows information which makes the vehicle
convenient-to-use, such as the hybrid system operation condition, electric-
ity consumption and fuel consumption history. Also, the operation contents
of the driving support systems and the combination meter display settings
can be changed by switching to the settings screen.
Warning lights and indicators (P. 199)
3
The warning lights and indicators comes on or flashes to indicate problems
with the vehicle or to show the operation status of the vehicle’s systems.
4
Clock (P. 196)
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Operations related to the combination meter
The meter control switches equipped on the steering wheel can be
used to switch the screen display and change settings related to func-
tions displayed on the screen.
Each time the button is
1
pressed, the mileage display
switches among odometer, trip
meters, etc., and the fuel con-
sumption information for each
distance switches as well.
(P. 209)
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2
Pressing
,
,
or
performs such operations as
scrolling the screen*, switching
the contents of the display* and
moving the cursor.
This button is used to perform such operations as selecting the cur-
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rent item or switching between on and off.
When pressed, the display returns to the previous screen.
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*: On screens where the screen can be scrolled and the display can be
switched, marks are displayed to indicate the method of operation (such as
and
).
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Instrument cluster light control
Left-hand drive vehicles
When the switches are pressed, the instrument cluster light changes
as follows.
The instrument cluster brightness levels that can be selected differ
depending on whether the tail lights are on and surrounding brightness lev-
els. (P. 197)
1
Darker
2
Brighter
When the switches are pressed,
the adjustment level check screen
(pop-up display*) is displayed on
the main display.
*: A short time after the operation is completed, the pop-up display turns off.
Furthermore, the pop-up display can be turned on and off in the “Meter
Customize” settings. (P. 245)
Right-hand drive vehicles
To adjust the brightness of the instrument cluster light, perform opera-
tions on the
screen of the multi-information display. (P. 242)
The instrument cluster brightness levels that can be selected differ
depending on whether the tail lights are on and surrounding brightness lev-
els. (P. 197)
1
Press
or
of the meter control switches on the
screen
and select
2
Press
to display the cursor.
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3
Press
or
of the meter control switches to adjust the bright-
ness of the instrument cluster light.
1
Darker
2
Brighter
After adjustment is completed,
press
to return to the previous
screen.
Information automatically displayed
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Some information will be displayed automatically according to power
switch operation, vehicle condition, etc.
■ When starting the hybrid system
When the hybrid system starts,
an opening animation is dis-
played on the 2 displays.
After the animation ends, the
screens switch to the normal
screen.
The opening animation will be
stopped in any of the following
situations.
• When the shift position is changed to other than P
• When the Simple Intelligent Parking Assist System (if equipped) is
turned on
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■ When the driving assist systems are operating
When using driving assist systems such as the dynamic radar
cruise control with full-speed range (P. 397) and LDA system
(P. 382), information related to each system is automatically dis-
played on the multi-information display depending on the situation.
For details regarding the displayed information and the contents of the
display, refer to the explanation page of each system.
■ When there is information to be notified about the vehicle
When a shift position is mistakenly selected or a problem occurs in
a vehicle system, a warning message (or image) is displayed on
the multi-information display.
When a warning message is displayed, follow the instructions displayed
on the display. (P. 650)
■ When the power switch is turned off (vehicles with the intru-
sion sensor)
The intrusion sensor on/off
selection screen is displayed on
the multi-information display.
(P. 84)
■ When stopping the hybrid system
● When the hybrid system is stopped, the “Ending” screen is dis-
played on the multi-information display (for approximately 30
seconds*1).
While the “Ending” screen is displayed, the following information
can be displayed by pressing
,
,
or
of the meter
control switches.
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1
Score for each Eco score items (P. 225, 239)
2
Eco score result and advice
3
Driving time since the hybrid system started
4
Distance traveled since the hybrid system started
5
Average fuel consumption after the hybrid system started
6
Information for next charge schedule*2
7
On/off setting for “Charge Now” (P. 171)
The setting can be switched each time
is pressed.
*1: The screen will be turned off immediately if the doors are locked.
*2: It can be displayed when the charge schedules are registered.
(P. 163)
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● A check screen for “Traction Battery Cooler” may be displayed
when the hybrid system is stopped. (if equipped) (P. 142)
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Clock adjustment
To adjust the time, perform operations on the
screen (P. 242)
of the multi-information display.
■ Adjusting the time
1
Press
or
of the meter control switches on the
screen and select
2
Press
to display the cursor.
3
Press
or
of the
meter control switches to
adjust the cursor position,
and then press
or
to
change the setting.
When the
12-hour display is
selected,
“12H” is displayed,
and when the 24-hour display is
selected, “24H” is displayed.
When adjusting minutes, operation automatically starts from 00 sec-
onds.
After changing the settings, press
to return to the previous screen.
■ Resetting the minutes display
1
Press
or
of the
meter control switches on the
screen and select
2
Press
The minutes display switches to “00”.*
*: e.g. 1:00 to 1:29 1:00
1:30 to 1:59 2:00
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■ The meters and display illuminate when
The power switch is in ON mode.
■ Adjusting the instrument cluster brightness (P. 192)
● The brightness levels that can be selected differ depending on whether the
tail lights are on and surrounding brightness levels, as shown in the table
below.
The tail lights are off
The tail lights are on
In a bright place
2 levels*
2 levels*
In a dark place
22 levels
*: 22 levels of the brightness are displayed on the setting screen. However,
the brightness setting will be the brightest when other than 1st level (the
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darkest) is selected. If other than 1st or 22nd level is selected, when the
tail lights are turned on in a dark place, the instrument cluster brightness
setting will be the selected level.
● If the taillights are illuminated in a dark environment, the instrument cluster
light dims. However, when the brightness of the instrument cluster is set to
minimum or maximum (1st or 22nd level of the instrument cluster bright-
ness), even if the taillights are illuminated, the instrument cluster light will
not dim.
■ When disconnecting and reconnecting 12-volt battery terminals
The settings of the clock will be reset.
■ Calendar settings
If calendar recording is interrupted due to
replacement of the 12-volt battery or 12-
volt battery discharge, etc., when the
power switch is turned to ON mode after
maintenance, the calendar settings check
screen is automatically displayed on the
multi-information display.
● If date information is not set, the electric-
ity and fuel consumption record cannot
be stored correctly. When the calendar
settings check screen is displayed,
make sure to always set the settings.
(P. 242)
● Until the calendar settings are set, the check screen is displayed every time
the power switch is turned to ON mode.
● After the calendar information is set, it can be changed in the “Meter Custo-
mize” settings. (P. 245)
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■ Liquid crystal display
Small spots or light spots may appear on the display. This phenomenon is
characteristic of liquid crystal displays, and there is no problem continuing to
use the display.
■Pop-up display
Some functions, such as the driving mode select switch and air conditioning
system, are operation-linked and display pop-up screens on the multi-infor-
mation display. If the pop-up screens of these functions are not desired, they
can be turned off in the “Meter Customize” settings. (P. 245)
WARNING
■ To prevent an accident
Do not place anything or attach a sticker
in front of the instrument cluster. The item
may obscure or obstruct the display, or
could reflect off the display, possibly
causing an accident.
■ Caution for use while driving
For safety, avoid operating the meter control switch while driving as much
as possible, and do not look continuously at the multi-information display
while driving. Stop the vehicle and operate the meter control switch. Failure
to do so may cause a steering wheel operation error, resulting in an unex-
pected accident.
NOTICE
■ The information display at low temperatures
Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal
information display. At extremely low temperatures, the information display
monitor may respond slowly, and display changes may be delayed.
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Warning lights and indicators
The warning lights and indicators inform the driver of the status
of the vehicle’s various systems.
For the purpose of explanation, the following illustration dis-
plays all indicators and warning lights illuminated.
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Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle’s
systems.
Warning lights
Pages
*1
Brake system warning light (Red)
P. 641
*1
Brake system warning light (Yellow)
P. 641
*1
Charging system warning light
P. 641
*1
Low engine oil pressure warning light
P. 642
*1
Malfunction indicator lamp
P. 642
*1
SRS warning light
P. 642
*1
ABS warning light
P. 642
Electric power steering system warning light
*1
P. 642
(Red/yellow)
*1, 2
PCS warning light
P. 643
*1
Slip indicator light
P. 643
*1
High coolant temperature warning light
P. 644
*1, 2
ICS OFF indicator (if equipped)
P. 644
Open door warning light
P. 644
Low fuel level warning light
P. 644
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Warning lights
Pages
Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt
P. 645
reminder light
Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder light
P. 645
*1
Master warning light
P. 645
*1
Tire pressure warning light
P. 645
*1: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indi-
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cate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the
hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in
a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have
the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
*2: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s
various systems.
Indicators
Pages
Turn signal indicator
P. 339
Tail light indicator
P. 341
Parking brake indicator
P. 340
Headlight high beam indicator
P. 341
Front fog light indicator
P. 351
Rear fog light indicator
P. 351
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Indicators
Pages
Security indicator
P. 75, 81
“READY” indicator
P. 327
Shift position indicators
P. 333
*1, 2
Slip indicator light
P. 492
*1, 3
VSC OFF indicator
P. 493
Cruise control indicator
P. 407
Radar cruise control indicator
P. 397
Cruise control “SET” indicator
P. 397
*1, 3
PCS warning light
P. 372
LDA indicator
P. 385
Steering control indicator
P. 386
*1
Adaptive High-beam System indicator
P. 346
“BSM” indicator (if equipped)
P. 417
Toyota parking assist-sensor indicator
P. 432
(if equipped)
*1, 3
ICS OFF indicator (if equipped)
P. 445
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Indicators
Pages
*1
S-IPA indicator (if equipped)
P. 460
*1
“PASSENGER AIR BAG” indicator
P. 51
*1: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indi-
cate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the
hybrid system is on, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in
a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have
the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
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*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: The light comes on when the system is turned off.
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