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Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid (2017 year). Manual - part 40

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Emergency repair method

1

Take out the repair kit from the plastic bag.

2

Remove the valve cap from the

valve of the punctured tire.

Extend the hose. Remove the

3

air release cap from the hose.

Attach the sticker enclosed with the

bottle on the specified locations.

(See step

10

.)

You will use the air release cap

again. Therefore keep it in a safe

place.

Connect the hose to the valve.

4

Screw the end of the hose clock-

wise as far as possible.

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5

Make sure that the compressor

switch is off.

6

Lift the rubber stopper on the

compressor.

7

Remove the power plug from

the compressor.

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8

Connect the power plug to the power outlet socket. (P. 536)

 Front

 Rear (Type A)

 Rear (Type B)

9

Connect the bottle to the com-

pressor.

As shown in the illustration, insert

the bottle securely into the com-

pressor until the upper side of the

mark on the bottle is aligned with

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the upper end of the notch.

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10

Attach the sticker provided with

the tire puncture repair kit to a

position easily seen from the

driver’s seat.

11

Check the specified tire inflation pressure.

Tire inflation pressure is specified on the label on the driver’s side pillar as

shown. (P. 704)

 Left-hand drive vehicles

 Right-hand

drive vehicles

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Start the hybrid system. (P. 327)

13

To inject the sealant and inflate

the tire, turn the compressor

switch on.

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Inflate the tire until the specified air pressure is reached.

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The sealant will be injected

and the pressure will spike to

between 300 kPa (3.0 kgf/cm2

or bar,

44 psi) and 400 kPa

(4.0 kgf/cm2 or bar,

58 psi),

then gradually decrease.

The air pressure gauge will

2

display the actual tire infla-

tion pressure about

1 to 5

minutes after the switch is

turned on.

•

Turn the compressor switch

off and then check the tire

inflation

pressure. Being

careful not to over inflate,

check and repeat the inflation

procedure until the specified

tire inflation pressure is

reached.

•

The tire can be inflated for about 5 to 20 minutes (depending on

the outside temperature). If the tire inflation pressure is still lower

than the specified point after inflation for 25 minutes, the tire is

too damaged to be repaired. Turn the compressor switch off and

contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly

qualified and equipped professional.

•

If the tire inflation pressure exceeds the specified air pressure, let

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out some air to adjust the tire inflation pressure. (P. 670, 704)

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With the compressor switch off, disconnect the hose from the valve

on the tire and then pull out the power plug from the power outlet

socket.

Some sealant may leak when the hose is removed.

Install the valve cap onto the valve of the emergency repaired tire.

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Attach the air release cap to the

end of the hose.

If the air release cap is not

attached, the sealant may leak and

the vehicle may get dirty.

18

Temporarily store the bottle in the luggage compartment while it is

connected to the compressor.

19

To spread the liquid sealant evenly within the tire, immediately drive

safely for about 5 km (3 miles) below 80 km/h (50 mph).

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After driving, stop your vehicle

in a safe place on a hard, flat

surface and reconnect the

repair kit.

Remove the air release cap from

the hose before reconnecting the

hose.

Turn the compressor switch on and wait for several seconds, then

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turn it off. Check the tire inflation pressure.

If the tire inflation pressure is

1

under 130 kPa (1.3 kgf/cm2

or bar, 19 psi): The puncture

cannot be repaired. Contact

any authorized Toyota dealer

or repairer, or another duly

qualified and equipped pro-

fessional.

If the tire inflation pressure is 130 kPa (1.3 kgf/cm2 or bar, 19 psi)

2

or higher, but less than the specified air pressure: Proceed to

step

22

3

If the tire inflation pressure is the specified air pressure (P. 704):

Proceed to step

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Turn the compressor switch on to inflate the tire until the specified

air pressure is reached. Drive for about 5 km (3 miles) and then

perform step

20

23

Attach the air release cap to the

end of the hose.

If the air release cap is not

attached, the sealant may leak and

the vehicle may get dirty.

24

Store the bottle in the luggage compartment while it is connected to

the compressor.

Taking precautions to avoid sudden braking, sudden acceleration

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and sharp turns, drive carefully at under 80 km/h (50 mph) to the

nearest authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-

fied and equipped professional that is less than 100 km (62 miles)

away for tire repair or replacement.

When having the tire repaired or replaced, make sure to tell any authorized

Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-

sional that the sealant is injected.

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■When repairing a puncture

You may not be able to fill the tire with

sealant or air if there is a gap between the

wheel rim and tire. In this situation, raise

the vehicle body with a jack (P. 598) to

allow the tire to hang. This allows the

wheel rim and tire to contact each other

so that you can fill the tire with sealant

and air.

■ If the tire is inflated to more than the specified air pressure

1

Disconnect the hose from the valve.

2

Install the air release cap to the end of

the hose and push the protrusion on the

air release cap into the tire valve to let

some air out.

3

Disconnect the hose from the valve, remove the air release cap from the

hose and then reconnect the hose.

Turn the compressor switch on and wait for several seconds, and then turn

4

it off. Check that the air pressure indicator shows the specified air pressure.

(P. 704)

If the air pressure is under the designated pressure, turn the compressor

switch on again and repeat the inflation procedure until the specified air

pressure is reached.

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■ The valve of a tire that has been repaired

After a tire is repaired with the emergency tire puncture repair kit, the valve

should be replaced.

■ After a tire is repaired with the emergency tire puncture repair kit

● The tire pressure warning valve and transmitter should be replaced.

●Even if the tire inflation pressure is at the recommended level, the tire pres-

sure warning light may come on/flash.

■ Note for checking the emergency tire puncture repair kit

Check the sealant expiry date occasionally.

The expiry date is shown on the bottle. Do not use sealant whose expiry date

has already passed. Otherwise, repairs conducted using the emergency tire

puncture repair kit may not be performed properly.

■Emergency tire puncture repair kit

● The emergency tire puncture repair kit is for filling the car tire with air.

● The sealant has a limited life span. The expiry date is marked on the bottle.

The sealant should be replaced before the expiry date. Contact any autho-

rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-

fessional for replacement.

● The sealant stored in the emergency tire puncture repair kit can be used

only once to temporarily repair a single tire. If the sealant in the bottle and

other parts of the kit have been used and need to be replaced, contact any

authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped

professional.

● The compressor can be used repeatedly.

● The sealant can be used when the outside temperature is from -40°C (-40°F)

to 60°C (140°F).

●The kit is exclusively designed for size and type of tires originally installed

on your vehicle. Do not use it for tires that a different size than the original

ones, or for any other purposes.

● If the sealant gets on your clothes, it may stain.

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● If the sealant adheres to a wheel or the surface of the vehicle body, the stain

may not be removable if it is not cleaned at once. Immediately wipe away

the sealant with a wet cloth.

● During operation of the repair kit, a loud operation noise is produced. This

does not indicate a malfunction.

● Do not use to check or to adjust the tire pressure.

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WARNING

■ Driving to spread the liquid sealant evenly

Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.

Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or

serious injury.

●Drive the vehicle carefully at a low speed. Be especially careful when turn-

ing and cornering.

● If the vehicle does not drive straight or you feel a pull through the steering

wheel, stop the vehicle and check the following.

• Tire condition. The tire may have separated from the wheel.

• Tire inflation pressure. If the tire inflation pressure is 130 kPa (1.3 kgf/cm2

or bar, 19 psi) or less, the tire may be severely damaged.

NOTICE

■ When performing an emergency repair

● A tire should only be repaired with the emergency tire puncture repair kit if

the damage is caused by a sharp object such as nail or screw passing

through the tire tread.

Do not remove the sharp object from the tire. Removing the object may

widen the opening and disenable emergency repair with the repair kit.

●The repair kit is not waterproof. Make sure that the repair kit is not

exposed to water, such as when it is being used in the rain.

●Do not put the repair kit directly onto dusty ground such as sand at the

side of the road. If the repair kit vacuums up dust etc., a malfunction may

occur.

■ Precautions for the emergency tire puncture repair kit

●The repair kit power source should be 12 V DC suitable for vehicle use. Do

not connect the repair kit to any other source.

● If fuel splatters on the repair kit, the repair kit may deteriorate. Take care

not to allow fuel to contact it.

● Place the repair kit in a storage to prevent it from being exposed to dirt or

water.

● Store the repair kit in the luggage compartment out of reach of children.

●Do not disassemble or modify the repair kit. Do not subject parts such as

the air pressure indicator to impacts. This may cause a malfunction.

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NOTICE

■ To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters

When a tire is repaired with liquid sealants, the tire pressure warning valve

and transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant is used, contact

any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and

equipped professional or other qualified service shop as soon as possible.

After use of liquid sealant, make sure to replace the tire pressure warning

valve and transmitter when repairing or replacing the tire. (P. 581)

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If the hybrid system will not start

Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on

the situation. Check the following and perform the appropriate

procedure:

The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting

procedure is being followed. (P. 327)

One of the following may be the cause of the problem:

● The charging cable may be attached to the vehicle. (P. 152)

● The electronic key may not be functioning properly.* (P. 678)

● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.

Refuel the vehicle. (P. 103)

● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.* (P. 75)

● There may be a malfunction in the shift control system.*

(P. 330, 656)

● The hybrid system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical prob-

lem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. How-

ever, depending on the type of malfunction, an interim measure is

available to start the hybrid system. (P. 677)

● There is a possibility that the temperature of the hybrid battery

(traction battery) is extremely low

(approximately below

-30C

[-22F]). (P. 103, 329)

*: It may not be possible to shift the shift position other than P.

The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not

sound or sounds at a low volume.

One of the following may be the cause of the problem:

● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 682)

● The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.

(P. 573)

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The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn

does not sound.

One of the following may be the cause of the problem:

● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (P. 682)

● One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be disconnected.

(P. 573)

Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified

and equipped professional if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair

procedures are unknown.

Emergency start function

When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be

used as an interim measure to start the hybrid system if the power

switch is functioning normally.

Do not use this starting procedure except in cases of emergency.

1

Set the parking brake.

2

Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY mode.

3

Press and hold the power switch for about 15 seconds while

depressing the brake pedal firmly.

Even if the hybrid system can be started using the above steps, the

system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any

authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and

equipped professional.

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If the electronic key does not operate

properly

If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is inter-

rupted (P. 282) or the electronic key cannot be used because the

battery is depleted, the smart entry & start system and wireless

remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors can be

opened and the hybrid system can be started by following the pro-

cedure below.

Locking and unlocking the doors

Use the mechanical key (P. 265) in order to perform the following

operations:

1

Locks all the doors

2

Closes the windows (turn and

hold)*

3

Unlocks all the doors

4

Opens the windows (turn and

hold)*

*: These settings must be custom-

ized at any authorized Toyota

dealer or repairer, or another duly

qualified and equipped profes-

sional. (P. 708)

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Starting the hybrid system

1

Depress the brake pedal.

2

Touch the Toyota emblem side

of the electronic key to the

power switch.

When the electronic key is

detected, a buzzer sounds and the

power switch will turn to ON mode.

When the smart entry & start sys-

tem is deactivated in customization

setting, the power switch will turn

to ACCESSORY mode.

3

Firmly depress the brake pedal

and check that

is shown

on the multi-information display.

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Press the power switch.

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In the event that the hybrid system still cannot be operated, contact

any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and

equipped professional.

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