Toyota Prius (2022 year). Manual in english - page 34

NOTICE

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When cleaning the air intake vent

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To prevent damage to the vehicle

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Do not allow water or foreign matter to enter the air intake vent when the
cover is removed.

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Carefully handle the removed filter so that it will not be damaged. If the fil-
ter is damaged, have it replaced with a new filter by your Toyota dealer.

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Make sure to reinstall the filter and cover to their original positions after
cleaning.

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Do not install anything to the air intake vent other than the exclusive filter
for this vehicle or use the vehicle without the filter installed.

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If “Maintenance Required for Traction Battery Cooling Parts See
Owner’s Manual” is shown on the multi-information display

If  the  vehicle  is  continuously  driven  with  the  warning  message  (indicating
that  charging/discharging  of  the  hybrid  battery  [traction  battery]  may
become  limited)  displayed,  the  hybrid  battery  (traction  battery)  may  mal-
function. If the warning message is shown, clean the air intake vent immedi-
ately.

When cleaning the air intake vent, make
sure  to  only  use  a  vacuum  to  suck  out
dust and clogs. If a compressed air blow
gun,  etc.  is  used  to  blow  out  dust  and
clogs,  the  dust  or  clogs  may  be  pushed
into the air intake vent, which may affect
the  performance  of  the  hybrid  battery
(traction  battery)  and  cause  a  malfunc-
tion.

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Wiper insert replacement

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Windshield wiper blade removal and installation

While securely supporting
the wiper blade connection
by hand, press the lock knob
to release the lock, and then
pull out the wiper blade.

Align the wiper blade with the
connecting portion of the
wiper arm, and then slide it in
the direction it was removed
from.

After installing the wiper blade,
check that the connection is
locked.

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Wiper insert replacement

Pull the wiper insert until it
protrudes from the slit on the
back of the wiper blade.

When replacing the wiper insert, perform the following proce-
dure to operate each wiper.

Windshield wipers

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Pull out the end of the wiper
insert from the slit, and then
pull out the rest of the wiper
insert.

When installing a new wiper
insert, perform the procedure
in reverse.

After installation, check that the
end of the wiper insert is
installed all the way to the end of
the cap.

Slide the rear window wiper
arm head cap.

Move  the  wiper  blade  until  a
click  sound  can  be  heard  and
the  claw  detaches,  and  then
remove  the  wiper  blade  from
the wiper arm.

Rear window wiper (if equipped)

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Pull the wiper insert out past
the stopper on the wiper blade,
and then continue to pull until it
is completely removed.

Lightly grasp between the claws of
the wiper blade to allow the wiper
insert to lift up, making it easier to
remove.

Remove the 2 metal plates from
the old wiper insert and install
them to the replacement wiper
insert.

Insert the wiper insert starting from the claw at the center of the
wiper blade. Pass the wiper insert through the 3 claws so that it
sticks out from the stopper, and then pass the wiper insert through
the final remaining claw.

Applying a small amount of washer fluid to the wiper insert can make it
easier to insert the claws into the grooves.

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Check that the wiper blade
claws are fitted in the grooves
of the wiper insert.

• If the wiper blade claws are

not  fitted  in  the  grooves  of
the  wiper  insert,  grasp  the
wiper insert and slide it back
and  forth  multiple  times  to
insert  the  claws  into  the
grooves.

• Lightly lift up the center of the wiper insert to make the insert eas-

ier to slide.

When installing a wiper blade, reverse the procedure in steps
and

After installing the wiper blade, check that the connection is locked.

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Wiper blade and wiper insert handling

Improper handling may result in damage to the wiper blades or wiper insert. If
you have any concerns about replacing the wiper blades or wiper insert your-
self, contact your Toyota dealer.

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Front wiper blade cap

The cap cannot be removed, as it is integrated with the front wiper blade.

NOTICE

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To prevent damage

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Be careful not to damage the claws when replacing the wiper insert.

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After the wiper blade is removed from the wiper arm, place a cloth, etc.,
between the rear window and wiper arm to prevent damage to the rear
window.

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Be sure not to pull excessively on the wiper insert or deform its metal
plates.

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Electronic key battery

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Flathead screwdriver

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Lithium battery CR2032

Release the lock and take out
the mechanical key.

Remove the cover.

Use  a  screwdriver  of  an  appropri-
ate  size.  Forcedly  prying  may
cause the cover damaged.
To  prevent  damage  to  the  key,
cover the tip of the screwdriver with
a rag.

Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.

You will need the following items:

Replacing the battery

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Remove the depleted battery.

When  removing  the  cover,  if  the
battery cannot be seen due to the
electronic key module attaching to
the  upper  cover,  remove  the  elec-
tronic  key  module  from  the  cover
so  that  the  battery  is  visible  as
shown in the illustration.
When  removing  the  battery,  use  a
screwdriver of an appropriate size.
Insert a new battery with the “+” terminal facing up.

When installing, reverse the steps listed.

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Use a CR2032 lithium battery

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Batteries can be purchased at your Toyota dealer, local electrical appliance
shops or camera stores.

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Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manu-
facturer.

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Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.

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If the electronic key battery is depleted

The following symptoms may occur:

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The smart key system and wireless remote control will not function properly.

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The operational range will be reduced.

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WARNING

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Battery precautions

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

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Do not swallow the battery. Doing so may cause chemical burns.

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A coin battery or button battery is used in the electronic key. If a battery is
swallowed, it may cause severe chemical burns in as little as 2 hours and
may result in death or serious injury.

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Keep away new and removed batteries from children.

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If the cover cannot be firmly closed, stop using the electronic key and stow
the key in the place where children cannot reach, and then contact your
Toyota dealer.

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If you accidentally swallow a battery or put a battery into a part of your
body, get emergency medical attention immediately.

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To prevent battery explosion or leakage of flammable liquid or gas

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Replace the battery with a new battery of the same type. If a wrong type of
battery is used, it may explode.

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Do not expose batteries to extremely low pressure due to high altitude or
extremely high temperatures.

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Do not burn, break or cut a battery.

NOTICE

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For normal operation after replacing the battery

Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents:

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Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.

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Do not touch or move any other component inside the remote control.

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Do not bend either of the battery terminals.

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Checking and replacing fuses

Turn the power switch off.
Open the fuse box cover.

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Engine compartment type A fuse box

While pushing the 2 claws, lift up
the cover.

When closing the cover, make sure
to attach the 2 claws.

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Engine compartment type B fuse box

While pushing the 3 claws, lift up
the cover.

When closing the cover, make sure
to attach the 3 claws.

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Left side instrument panel

Remove the lid.

Make sure to press the claw during
removal or installation.

If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may
have blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as nec-
essary.

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Remove the fuse.
Only type A fuse can be
removed using the pullout tool.

Check if the fuse is blown.

Normal fuse
Blown fuse

Replace the blown fuse with a new fuse of an appropriate amperage rat-
ing. The amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid.

1
2

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Type A

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Type B

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Type C

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After a fuse is replaced

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If the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb may
need replacement. (

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P. 563)

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If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.

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If there is an overload in a circuit

The fuses are designed to blow, protecting the wiring harness from damage.

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When replacing light bulbs

Toyota recommends that you use genuine Toyota products designed for this
vehicle. Because certain bulbs are connected to circuits designed to prevent
overload, non-genuine parts or parts not designed for this vehicle may be
unusable.

WARNING

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To prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire

Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle, and possibly a fire or
injury.

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Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than that indicated, or use
any other object in place of a fuse.

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Always use a genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent.
Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix.

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Do not modify the fuses or fuse boxes.

NOTICE

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Before replacing fuses

Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

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Headlight aim

Adjustment bolt A
Adjustment bolt B

Make sure the vehicle has a full tank of gasoline and the area
around the headlight is not deformed.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Sit in the driver’s seat.
Bounce the vehicle several times.

Vertical movement adjusting bolts

1
2

Before checking the headlight aim

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Using a Phillips-head screw-
driver, turn bolt A in either direc-
tion.

Remember the turning direction
and the number of turns.

Turn bolt B the same number of
turns and in the same direction
as step

If the headlight cannot be adjusted
using this procedure, take the vehi-
cle to your Toyota dealer to adjust
the headlight aim.

Adjusting the headlight aim

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