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If you are a skilled do−it−yourself
mechanic, the Toyota service manuals are
recommended. Please be aware that
do− it−yourself maintenance can affect your
warranty coverage. See ”Owner ’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or ”Owner ’s Manual
Supplement” for the details.
General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance
items that should be performed as fre-
quently as specified. In addition to check-
ing the items listed, if you notice any
unusual noise, smell or vibration, you
should investigate the cause or take your
vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali-
fied service shop immediately. It is recom-
mended that any problem you notice be
brought to the attention of your dealer or
the qualified service shop for their advice.
CAUTION
Make these checks only where ade-
quate ventilation can be obtained if
you run the engine.
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
Items listed below should be performed
from time to time, unless otherwise
specified.
Tire pressure
Check the pressure with a gauge every
two weeks, or at least once a month. See
page 214 in Section 8 −2 for additional
information. Tire surface and wheel nuts
Check the tires carefully for cuts, damage
or excessive wear. See Section 8
−2 for
additional information. When checking the
tires, make sure no nuts are missing, and
check the nuts for looseness. Tighten
them if necessary.
Tire rotation
Rotate the tires according to the mainte-
nance schedule. (For scheduled mainte-
nance information, please refer to the
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Own-
er ’s Manual Supplement”.) See page 216
in Section 8− 2 for additional information.
Fluid leaks
Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, wa-
ter or other fluid after the vehicle has
been parked for a while. If you smell fuel
fumes or notice any leak, have the cause
found and corrected immediately.
Doors and engine hood
Check that all doors and trunk operate
smoothly and all latches lock securely.
Make sure the engine hood secondary
latch secures the hood from opening when
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ENGINE OIL SELECTION
Use API grade SJ “Energy−Conserving”,
SL “Energy −Conserving” or ILSAC multi-
grade engine oil.
Recommended viscosity (SAE):
OIL05u
SAE 5W30 is the best choice for your
vehicle, for good fuel economy, and
good starting in cold weather.
If you use SAE 10W30 engine oil in
extremely low temperatures, the engine
may become difficult to start, so SAE
5W30 engine oil is recommended.
82P103
API service symbol
ILSAC certification mark
Oil identification marks
Either or both API registered marks are
added to some oil containers to help
you select the oil you should use.
The API Service Symbol is located any-
where on the outside of the container.
The top portion of the label shows the oil
quality by API (American Petroleum Insti-
tute) designations such as SL. The center
portion of the label shows the SAE viscos-
ity grade such as SAE 5W −30. “Energy −
Conserving” shown in the lower portion,
indicates that the oil has fuel −saving ca-
pabilities.
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Stan-
dardization and Approval Committee) Certi-
fication Mark is displayed on the front of
the container.

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ENGINE LUBRICATION
Oil capacity (drain and refill), L (qt, lmp.
qt.):
With filter 3.7 (3.9, 3.3)
Without filter 3.4 (3.6, 3.0)
Oil grade: API grade SJ “Energy −Conserving”, SL
“Energy −Conserving” or ILSAC
multigrade engine oil is recommended.
Recommended oil viscosity (SAE):
oil05u
COOLING SYSTEM
Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): For gasoline engine 4.9 (5.2, 4.3)
For electric motor
and inverter and
converter 2.6 (2.7, 2.3)
Coolant type: “TOYOTA Long Life Coolant” or equiva-
lent
With ethylene− glycol type coolant for a
proper corrosion protection of aluminum
components
Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or plain
water alone.
AUXILIARY BATTERY
Open voltage at 20 C (68 F):
12.6 − 12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 − 12.4 V Half charged
11 . 5 − 11.9 V Discharged
[Voltage that is checked 20 minutes after
the key is removed with all the lights
turned off]
Charging rates: 3.5 A max.HYBRID TRANSAXLE
Fluid capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):
4.6 (4.9, 4.1)
Fluid type: Automatic transmission fluid Type T −IV
or equivalent

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Quick index
If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 91 . . . . .
 If your vehicle will not start 168 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 If your vehicle overheats 172 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If you have a flat tire 173 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If your vehicle needs to be towed 180 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 Tips for driving during break-in period 146 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 How to start the hybrid system 162 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 General maintenance 195 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 Complete index NO TAG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Gas station information
Fuel type:
UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91)
or higher.
See page 146 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity:
45 L (11.9 gal., 9.9 lmp. gal.)
See page 146 for detailed information.
Engine oil:
API grade SJ, ”Energy −Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil
is recommended.
See page 209 for detailed information.
Automatic transmission fluid: Automatic transmission fluid Type T −IV or equivalent
Tire information: See pages 214 through 219.
Tire pressure: See page 237.