Toyota PRIUS 50 2020 Series, Owner'S Manual

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7-1. Essential information
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If the vehicle is trapped in rising water
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Remove the seat belt first.
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If the door can be opened, open the door and exit the vehicle.
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If the door can not be opened, open the window using the power
window switch and exit the vehicle through the window.
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If the window can not be opened using the power window switch,
remain calm, wait until the water level inside the vehicle rises to the
point that the water pressure inside of the vehicle equals the water
pressure outside of the vehicle, and then open the door and exit the
vehicle
In the event the vehicle is submerged in water, remain calm and
perform the following.
WARNING
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Using an emergency hammer
*
for emergency escape
The front side windows and rear side windows, as well as the rear window
can be shattered with an emergency hammer
*
used for emergency escape.
However, an emergency hammer can not shatter the windshield as it is lam-
inated glass.
*
: Contact your Toyota dealer or aftermarket accessory manufacturer for fur-
ther information about an emergency hammer.
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Escaping the vehicle from the window
There are cases where escaping the vehicle from the window is not possi-
ble due to seating position, passenger body type, etc.
When using an emergency hammer, consider your seat location and the
size of the window opening to ensure that the opening is accessible and
large enough to escape.