Toyota Prius V 2012 Quick Reference Manual page 222

NOTICE
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Hybrid battery (traction battery) charge
If the shift position is in N, the hybrid battery (traction battery) will not be
charged. To help prevent the battery from discharging, avoid leaving the N
position selected for an extended period of time.
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Situations where P position control system malfunctions are possible
If any of the following situations occurs, P position control system malfunc-
tions are possible.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place on level ground, apply the park-
ing brake, and then contact your Toyota dealer.
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When the "P LOCK MALFUNCTION
PLACE AND APPLY PARKING BRAKE SECURELY" warning message
appears on the instrument cluster. (→P. 446)
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When the parking lock system warning light is illuminated.
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When everything except the shift position indicator selection frame is illu-
minated.
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When the shift position indicator remains off.
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Notes regarding shift lever and P position switch operation
Avoid repeatedly operating the shift lever and P position switch in quick suc-
cession.
The system protection function may activate and it will not be temporarily
possible to shift the shift position other than P. If this happens, please wait
for a while before attempting to change the shift position again.
PRIUS v_U (OM47674U)
WHEN PARKING, PARK IN FLAT
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
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