TOYOTA 2013 Prius PHV User Manual
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2-1. Driving procedures
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47787U_(U)
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When
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riving
Check that the “READY” indicator is on.
If the “READY” indicator changes from a flashing light to a solid
light and the buzzer sounds, the hybrid system is starting nor-
mally.
The vehicle will not move when the “READY” indicator is off.
The vehicle can move when the “READY” indicator is on even if
the engine is stopped. (The gasoline engine starts or stops auto-
matically in accordance with the state of the vehicle.)
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Stopping the hybrid system
Stop the vehicle completely.
Set the parking brake. (
Shift the shift position to P.
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Check that the shift position
indicator shows P. (
Press the “POWER” switch.
The hybrid system will stop.
Slowly release the brake pedal and check that the indicator
on the “POWER” switch is off.
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