2013 Toyota Prius TwoFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fail-Safe Chart

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  1. FAIL SAFE FUNCTION 
    1. The following chart shows the status of the controls when the system is normal and malfunctioning.
      • The passenger airbag ON/OFF indicator ("ON" and "OFF") comes on for approximately 4 seconds, then goes off for approximately 2 seconds.
      • Approximately 6 seconds after the power switch is turned on (IG), the passenger airbag ON/OFF indicator will indicate ON or OFF depending on the conditions listed below.
      Condition ON Indicator OFF Indicator Front Passenger Airbag Front Seat Side Airbag RH Front Seat Belt Pretensioner RH Curtain Shield Airbag RH
      Adult is seated. ON OFF â—¦ â—¦ â—¦ â—¦
      Child is seated. OFF ON X â—¦ â—¦ â—¦
      Vacant OFF OFF X â—¦ X â—¦
      Failure OFF ON X â—¦ â—¦ â—¦
      • â—¦: Deployable
      • X: Not deployable
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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.