TOYOTA PRIUS 2009 2.G Owners Manual

TOYOTA PRIUS 2009 2.G Owners Manual PRIUS 2009 2.G TOYOTA TOYOTA https://www.carmanualsonline.info/img/14/6586/w960_6586-0.png TOYOTA PRIUS 2009 2.G Owners Manual
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Engine compartment cover
■ Removing the cover
 Front
■ Installing the clips
Push up center portion
Insert
Press
Engine

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PRIUS_U_(OM47614U)Hold  a  rag  under  the  end  and
pull the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding  a  rag  under  the  end,

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Adding engine oil
If  the  oil  level  is  below  or  near  the  low  level  mark,  add  engine  oil  of
the same type

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Recommended viscosity
SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for
good  fuel  economy,  and  good
starting in cold weather.
*: If  SAE  5W-30  oil  is  n

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Engine oil consumption
● The  amount  of  engine  oil  consumed  depends  on  the  oil  viscosity,  the
quality of t

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CAUTION
■Used engine oil
● Used  engine  oil  contains  potentially  harmful  contaminants  which  may
cause skin disorders such as inflammat

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Engine/inverter coolant
The coolant level is satisfactory if  it is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the rese

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■If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing
Visually  check  the  radiator,  hoses,  engine  coolant  filler  cap,  radi

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Radiator and condenser
Check the radiator and condenser and clear any foreign objects. 
If either of the above parts are e

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■Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess  moisture  in  the  fluid  can  cause  a  dangerous  loss  of  braking  effi-
ciency. Use
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