TOYOTA PRIUS 2005 2.G Scheduled Maintenance Guide

Maintenance Log: 2005 Prius
110,000 Miles or 132 Months
qReplace engine oil and oil filter1
qRotate tires
qVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
qInspect ball joints and dust covers
qInspect drive shaft boots
qInspect engine air filter
qInspect steering linkage and boots
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
D ate: Mileage:
115,000 Miles or 138 Months
qReplace engine oil and oil filter1
qRotate tires
qVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
qInspect ball joints and dust covers
qInspect drive shaft boots
qInspect engine air filter
qInspect steering linkage and boots
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
D ate: Mileage:
1818

1 Reset the oil replacement reminder (“MAINT REQD”) light after replacing engine oil.2 Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3 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.
4 Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.5 See page 21 for details.
Maintenance Log: 2005 Prius
120,000 Miles or 144 Months
qReplace engine oil and oil filter1
qRotate tires
qReplace cabin air filter
qReplace engine air filter
qReplace spark plugs3
qInspect the following:__ Automatic transmission fluid
__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ B rake lines and hoses
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
4
__ Differential oil
__ Dr ive belts
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine and inverter coolant
5
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Dr iving in desert or on dirt roads:
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
qReplace automatic transmission fluid
qReplace differential oil
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
D at e :
Mileage:
1919
__ Engine valve clearance
__ 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

Explanation of Maintenance Items
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The following descriptions are provided to give you a better understanding of
the maintenance items that should be performed on your vehicle. The scheduled
maintenance log indicates at which mileage/time intervals each item should be
performed. Please note that many maintenance items should be performed only
by a qualified technician.
For further information on maintenance items you can perform yourself,
see the “Vehicle Maintenance and Care” and “DoItYourself Maintenance”
sections of your
Owner’s Manual.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Inspect or replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check each
component for signs of leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it repaired by a
qualified technician immediately.
Ball Joints and Dust Covers
Check the suspension and steering linkage ball joints for looseness and damage.
Check all dust covers for deterioration and damage. Replace any deteriorated ordamaged parts. Aqualified technician should perform these operations.
Brake Lines and Hoses
Visually inspect for proper installation. Check for chafing, cracks, deterioration
and signs of leakage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts. A qualified
technician should perform these operations.
Brake Linings/Drums and Brake Pads/Discs
Check the brake linings (shoes) and drums for scoring, burning, fluid leakage,
broken parts and excessive wear. Check the pads for excessive wear and the
discs for runout, excessive wear and fluid leakage. Replace any deteriorated ordamaged parts. A qualified technician should perform these operations.
Cabin Air Filter
Replace at specified intervals. Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt roads or in urban,
desert or dusty areas may shorten filter’s life. More frequent replacement may
be necessary.
Differential Oil
Replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check each
component for signs of leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it repaired by a qualified technician immediately.

Explanation of Maintenance Items
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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 theseoperations. (For further details, refer to “Radiator, Condenser and Hoses” in the
“Vehicle Maintenance and Care” section of the
Owner’s Manual.)
Note:YourToyota 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 withlonglife 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
Inspectforexcessive lifter noise and engine vibration and adjust if necessary.
Aqualified technician should perform this operation.
Exhaust Pipes and Mountings
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muffler and hangers for cracks, deterioration
and damage. Startthe engine and listen carefully for any exhaust gas leakage.
Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary.

Explanation of Maintenance Items
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Fuel Lines and Connections, Fuel Tank Band and
Fuel Tank Vapor Vent System Hoses
Visually inspect for corrosion, damage, cracks and loose or leaking connections.
Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary.
Fuel Tank Cap Gasket
Visually inspect for cracks, deterioration and damage and replace if necessary.
Nuts and Bolts on Chassis
Retighten the seatmounting bolts and front/rear suspension member retaining
bolts to specified torque.
Radiator, Condenser and Intercooler
Inspect for debris and signs of damage. Have any problem repaired immediately
by a qualified technician.
Spark Plugs
Replace at specified intervals. Install new plugs of the same type as originally
equipped. A qualified technician should perform this operation.
Steering Gear Box
Inspectforsigns of leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it repaired imme
diately by a qualified technician.
Steering Linkage and Boots
With the vehicle stopped, check for excessive freeplay in the steering wheel.
Inspect the linkage for bending and damage and the dust boots for deterioration,
cracks and damage. Replace any damaged parts. A qualified technician should
perform these operations.
Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated at specified intervals according to the instructions in the
Owner’s Manual. When rotating tires, check for damage and uneven wear.
Replace if necessary.