Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2013 Toyota Prius ThreeFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Cruise Control System: Precaution: Precaution
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- NOTICE FOR INITIALIZATION NOTE:
When disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal, initialize the following systems after the cable is reconnected.
System Name See Procedure Power Door Lock Control System Refer to INITIALIZATION - HANDLING PRECAUTION FOR CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM
- Turn the cruise control system off using the cruise control switch (ON-OFF button) when not using the cruise control system.
- Be careful as the vehicle speed increases when driving downhill with the cruise control system controlling vehicle speed.
- The + (ACCEL)/RES (RESUME) operation changes according to the cruise control system status. When the cruise control system is controlling vehicle speed, the + (ACCEL) function operates. When the cruise control system is not controlling vehicle speed, the RES (RESUME) function operates.
- While the cruise control system is controlling vehicle speed, if the cruise control indicator light blinks, turn the cruise control system off using the cruise control switch (ON-OFF button) to reset the cruise control system. After the cruise control system is reset, if the cruise control system does not turn on, or if the cruise control system stops functioning immediately after being turned on, there may be a malfunction.
- Do not use the cruise control system where the road conditions are as follows:
- Heavy traffic
- Steep downhill roads
- Roads with sharp turns
- Icy or snowy roads
- Slippery roads
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.