engine TOYOTA PRIUS 2004 2.G Scheduled Maintenance Guide

5,000Mile Maintenance Intervals
7,500Mile Maintenance IntervalsTo determine the appropriate maintenance
interval for your vehicle, see page 16.
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
Scheduled Maintenance Logs48
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
Maintenance Log: 2004 Prius
Scheduled Maintenance Logs14
80,000 Miles or 96 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
85,000 Miles or 102 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage: Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:

5,000Mile Maintenance Intervals
7,500Mile Maintenance IntervalsTo determine the appropriate maintenance
interval for your vehicle, see page 16.
Dealer Service Verification:
Date:
Mileage:
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
1 Reset the oil replacement reminder (“MAINT REQD”) light after replacing engine oil.2Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.
Maintenance Log: 2004 Prius
Scheduled Maintenance Logs15
90,000 Miles or 108 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tires
Replace cabin air filter
Replace engine air filter
Inspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
2
__ Differential oil
__ Drive belts
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine and inverter coolant
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
Date:
Mileage:
__ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Radiator, condenser and intercooler
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transmission fluid

Maintenance Log: 2004 Prius
Scheduled Maintenance Logs16
95,000 Miles or 114 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
100,000 Miles or 120 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tires
Replace engine and inverter coolant2
Visually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage: Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:

1 Reset the oil replacement reminder (“MAINT REQD”) light after replacing engine oil.2Initial replacement at 100,000 miles/120 months. Replace every 50,000 miles/60 months thereafter. See page 21
for additional information.
Maintenance Log: 2004 Prius
Scheduled Maintenance Logs17
105,000 Miles or 126 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
Inspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Drive belts
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine and inverter coolant
Note: Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas may shorten
the life of the cabin air filter. Replacement may be needed if you notice reduced air flow
from the air conditioner and heater or if the windows fog easily when you use the "Fresh"
mode. Consult your dealer if any of these conditions occur.
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
Inspect engine air filter
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
Date:
Mileage:
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Radiator, condenser and intercooler
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots

Maintenance Log: 2004 Prius
Scheduled Maintenance Logs18
110,000 Miles or 132 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
115,000 Miles or 138 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:

1 Reset the oil replacement reminder (“MAINT REQD”) light after replacing engine oil.2 Required under the terms of the Emission Control Warranty. Does not apply to PZEV Prius in California, New York,
Massachusetts, Maine and Vermont. For this model, replacement interval is 150,000 miles.
3 Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.
Maintenance Log: 2004 Prius
Scheduled Maintenance Logs19
120,000 Miles or 144 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tires
Replace cabin air filter
Replace engine air filter
Replace spark plugs2
Inspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
3
__ Differential oil
__ Drive belts
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine and inverter coolant
__ Engine valve clearance
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Replace differential oil
Replace transmission fluid
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
Date:
Mileage:
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Radiator, condenser and intercooler
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transmission fluid

Explanation of Maintenance Items
Scheduled Maintenance Logs21
Drive Belts
Inspect for cracks, excessive wear and oiliness. Check the belt tension and
adjust if necessary. Replace the belts if they are damaged.
Drive Shaft Boots
Check the drive shaft boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration and damage.
Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts and, if necessary, repack the grease.
A qualified technician should perform these operations.
Engine Air Filter
Replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check for damage,
excessive wear and oiliness, and replace if necessary.
Engine and Inverter Coolant
Drain and flush the cooling system and refill with an ethyleneglycol type
coolant. Inspect hoses and connections for corrosion and leaks. Tighten connec
tions and replace parts as necessary. A qualified technician should perform these
operations.
Note:Your Toyota is equipped with Genuine Toyota Super LongLife Coolant. The
replacement intervals for engine coolant recommended in this booklet are based
on replacement with Genuine Toyota Super LongLife Coolant or similar high
quality nonsilicate, nonamine, nonborate ethyleneglycol coolant with
longlife hybrid organic acid technology (i.e., a combination of low phosphates
and organic acids). If another type of ethyleneglycol coolant is used, replace
ment intervals may be different.
Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Replace the oil filter and drain and refill the engine oil at specified intervals.
For recommended oil grade and viscosity, refer to the
Owner’s Manual.
Engine Valve Clearance
Inspect for excessive lifter noise and engine vibration and adjust if necessary.
A qualified technician should perform this operation.
Exhaust Pipes and Mountings
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muffler and hangers for cracks, deterioration
and damage. Start the engine and listen carefully for any exhaust gas leakage.
Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary.

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DoItYourself Products
When it’s time to replace key wear items on your vehicle, don’t settle for less
than Genuine Toyota Parts. Available exclusively through Toyota dealerships,
Genuine Toyota Parts meet the highest standards of quality and performance and
are built to exact factory specifications. Here are a few of your vehicle’s compo
nents that are particularly subject to wear and some benefits of replacing them
with Genuine Toyota Parts.
Genuine Toyota Iridium Spark Plugs*
•Specially designed to work with your vehicle’s ignition system.
•Feature a smaller center electrode than conventional plugs, which translates
into better performance.
•Made with iridium for maximum durability.
Genuine Toyota Brake Pads
•Friction materials selected for optimum performance when matched with
Toyota brake drums or rotors.
•Precisionmachined backing plates allow pads to move freely within the
calipers for smooth, efficient braking.
Genuine Toyota Wiper Inserts
•Cut to match the exact length and shape of your vehicle’s wiper blades for a
proper and secure fit.
•Constructed of compressionmolded natural rubber — not synthetic — for
superior wiping performance.
Always use the right spark plugs for your engine. The wrong plugs can have a
negative impact on fuel economy and overall engine performance.*

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DoItYourself Products
Genuine Toyota Chemicals
Toyota offers a complete line of products to help you keep your Toyota looking and
running like new. To safeguard your vehicle’s appearance, you’ll find everything
from fabric spot remover and glass cleaner to liquid car wash and touchup paint.
When it’s time to get under the hood (or under the car), products such as fuel
injector cleaner, brake fluid and silicone spray will help you get the job done.
All of these products are formulated specifically for use with Toyota vehicles, so you
can be confident you’re giving your vehicle the best care possible, inside and out.
Genuine Toyota Super LongLife Antifreeze/Coolant
Genuine Toyota Super LongLife Antifreeze/Coolant is the same highquality,
factoryfill product found in new Toyotas. It provides maximum protection and
durability without the use of harmful silicates. And because it’s compatible with
nonmetallic materials, it helps extend the life of waterpump seals. Don’t trust
your engine to anything less than the best: Genuine Toyota Super LongLife
Antifreeze/Coolant.
Genuine Toyota Motor Oil
Your Toyota’s engine features highly advanced technology to ensure superior
performance, reliability and fuel economy. Genuine Toyota Motor Oil is formulated
with a special combination of lubebase stocks and an additive blend to maxi
mize the benefits of this technology. Make sure you’re getting the most out of
your engine by always putting the best into it: Genuine Toyota Motor Oil.