369 TOYOTA PRIUS 2009 2.G Owners Manual
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General maintenance
Engine compartment
Luggage compartment
ItemsCheck points
Brake fluid • At the correct level? ( P. 369)
Engine/inverter coolant • At the correct level? (P. 367)
Engine oil • At the correct level? (P. 361)
Exhaust system • No fumes or strange sounds?
Radiator/condenser/hoses • Not blocked with foreign matter?
(P. 369)
Washer fluid • At the correct level? (P. 374)
ItemsCheck points
12 volt battery • Maintenance-free (P. 371)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supp lement”. It is recommended that
any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your
Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance yourself, be sure to follow the correct
procedure given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
12 volt battery condition(P. 371)
•Warm water
• Baking soda
• Grease
• Conventional wrench
(for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level ( P. 369)
• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE
J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine/inverter coolant level (P. 367)
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
or similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non-silicate, non-
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate
coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology.
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Cool-
ant” is pre-mixed with 50% cool-
ant and 50% deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Cool-
ant” is pre-mixed with 55% cool-
ant and 45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding cool- ant)
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ItemsParts and tools
Engine oil level (P. 361)
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel, funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (P. 394)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Radiator and condenser (P. 369)
Tire inflation pressure ( P. 384)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid (P. 374)
• Water washer fluid containing anti-
freeze (for winter use)
• Funnel
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CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury observe the following precautions.
■
When working on the engine compartment:
● Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, inverter, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc.
right after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
● Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the
engine compartment.
● Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the 12 volt
battery. Fuel and 12 volt battery fumes are flammable.
● Be extremely cautious when working on the 12 volt battery. It contains poi-
sonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.
● Never touch, disassemble, remove or replace the high voltage parts,
cables and their connectors. It can cause severe burns or electric shock
that may result in death or serious injury.
● When the hybrid system is operating with the “READY” light on, the engine
may suddenly start in some cases. When you inspect the engine compart-
ment, be sure to turn off the hybrid system.
■ When working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
Be sure the “POWER” switch is OFF.
With the “POWER” switch in ON mode, the electric cooling fan may automat-
ically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature
is high. ( P. 369)
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in the eyes.
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Engine compar tment
■12 volt battery
P. 371
Washer fluid tank
( P. 374)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 369)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 363)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 367)Inverter coolant reservoir
( P. 367)
Fuse box ( P. 394)
Radiator ( P. 369)
Condenser ( P. 369)
Electric cooling fans
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 361)
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Radiator and condenser
Check the radiator and condenser and clear any foreign objects.
If either of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of
their condition, have your vehicl e checked by your Toyota dealer.
Brake fluid
■ Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be
between the “MAX” and “MIN”
lines on the tank.
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
■ Adding fluid
CAUTION
■When the engine is hot
Do not touch the radiator or condenser, as they may be hot and you may be
burned.
Fluid typeFMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
ItemsClean funnel
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C .............................................197
ABS ...........................................166
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ..............390
Automatic air conditioning system ................................197
Steering wheel climate remote control switches ......211
Airbags Airbag operating conditions.....92
Airbag precautions for your child ...................................... 96
Airbag warning light............... 424
Curtain shield airbag precautions ...........................96
Front passenger occupant classification system ...........101
General airbag precautions .....96
Locations of airbags ................89
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................100
Side airbag precautions .......... 96
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions..............92
SRS airbags ............................ 89
Alarm ........................................... 84
Antenna.....................................227
Armrest .....................................331
Audio input ............................... 265
Audio system Antenna .................................227
CD player/changer ................235
MP3/WMA disc......................250
Optimal use ...........................259
Portable music player............265
Radio .....................................221
Steering switches .................. 266
Automatic headlight leveling system .................................... 152
Automatic light control system .................................... 152
AUX adapter ............................. 265
Auxiliary boxes ........................324 Back-up lights
Wattage................................. 469
Back door Back door ................................ 54
Wireless remote control .......... 49
Smart key system .. ................. 36
Battery Checking ............................... 371
Hybrid battery
(traction battery) ................... 26
If the vehicle 12 volt battery is discharged .......................... 449
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 173
Bluetooth
®................................ 269
Brake Fluid ...................................... 369
Parking brake ........................ 143
Brake assist.............................. 166
Break-in tips ............................. 123
Care Exterior.................................. 342
Interior ................................... 344
Seat belts .............................. 345
Cargo capacity ......................... 169
Cargo hooks ............................. 333
CD player/changer ................... 235
Chains ....................................... 175
Child-protectors ......................... 52
Child restraint system Definition ............................... 107
Installation ............................. 111
Installing CRS with lower anchorages ......................... 112
Installing CRS with seatbelts ............................. 114
Installing CRS with top
straps .................................. 117
Child safety Airbag precautions .................. 96
Child restraint system ........... 107
Child-protectors....................... 52
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How your child should wear
the seatbelt .......................... 67
Installing child restraints ....... 111
Power window lock switch ...... 76
Power window precautions..... 78
Removed electronic key battery
precautions ........................ 393
Seat belt precautions.............. 68
Back door ............................... 56
Cleaning Exterior ................................. 342
Interior .................................. 344
Seat belts ............................. 345
Clock ........................................ 328
Condenser ............................... 369
Console box............................. 320
Cooling system Hybrid system overheating ... 454
Cruise control Cruise control ....................... 159
Cup holders ............................. 322
Curtain shield airbags .............. 89
Customizable features ............ 486
Daytime running light system ................................... 153
Defogger
Rear window......................... 213
Side mirror ............................ 213
Dimension ................................ 460
Dinghy towing ......................... 178
Display Touch screen........................ 182
Trip information ...................... 27
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 353
Door courtesy lights ............... 315
Door pocket ............................. 323
Doors Door lock .................... 36, 49, 51
Rear door child protector ........ 52 Driver’s seat belt reminder
light .........................................426
Driving
break-in tips...........................123
Correct posture .......................87
Procedures ............................122
Winter driving tips..................173
Electronic key Replacing battery ..................392
When the electronic key battery is discharged...........448
Electric Power Steering ...........166
Emergency flashers
Switch....................................412
Emergency, in case of If a warning light turns on ......423
If the electronic key does not
operate properly..................448
If the hybrid system will not start .....................................446
If the 12 volt battery is discharged .........................449
If you have a flat tire .............436
If you lose your keys .............447
If you think something is wrong ..................................420
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...................................457
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ..................................413
If your vehicle overheats .......454
Engine
Compartment ........................360
Hood......................................357
How to start the hybrid system ................................132
If the hybrid system will not start ...............................446
Overheating...........................454
“POWER” switch ...................132
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Engine compartment cover..... 361
Engine/inverter coolantCapacity ................................465
Checking ............................... 367
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 173
Engine oil Capacity ................................464
Checking ............................... 361
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 173
Engine oil maintenance
data ......................................... 365
Enhanced VSC (Vehicle Stability Control).................... 166
Event data recorder .................421
Floor mats.................................332
Fluid Brake .....................................369
Washer .................................. 374
Fog lights Switch.................................... 155
Wattage .................................469
Front passenger occupant classification system ............101
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light.........................426
Front seats Adjustment .............................. 57
Front turn signal lights Wattage .................................469
Fuel
Capacity ................................462
Fuel gauge ............................ 145
Gas station information .........508
Information ............................ 470
Refueling ................................. 79
Type ......................................470
Fuel door.....................................79
Fuel filler door ............................ 79
Fuses......................................... 394 Garage door opener ................ 336
Gas station information .......... 508
Gauges...................................... 145
Glove box ................................. 320
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ................ 269
Hazard lights
Switch ................................... 412
Head restraints........................... 62
Headlights Discharge headlights precautions ......................... 410
Replacing light bulbs ............. 403
Switch ................................... 152
Wattage................................. 469
Heaters
Side mirror ............................ 213
Hood.......................................... 357
Hooks Cargo .................................... 333
Horn .......................................... 144
Hybrid system Emergency shut off system..... 27
Energy monitor /
consumption screen ............. 27
High-voltage components ....... 26
Power switch ......................... 132
Illuminated entry system......... 315
Immobilizer system ................... 82
I/M test ...................................... 352
Identification Engine ................................... 461
Vehicle .................................. 461
Ignition switch.......................... 132
Indicator lights ......................... 148
Initialization Items to initialize ................... 489
Inside rear view mirror .............. 72
Instrument panel light control .................................... 146
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Interior lights
Interior lights ......................... 317
Switch ................................... 317
Wattage ................................ 469
Jack Positioning a floor jack ......... 358
Vehicle-equipped jack .......... 436
Jack handle.............................. 436
Keys Electronic key ......................... 49
If you lose your keys............. 447
If your electronic key ............ 448
Key number plate ................... 35
Keyless entry .......................... 36
Keys ....................................... 34
“POWER” switch .................. 132
Mechanical key....................... 34
Wireless remote control key ... 49
Light bulbs Replacing ............................. 403
Wattage ................................ 469
Lights
Emergency flasher switch .... 412
Fog light switch..................... 155
Hazard light switch ............... 412
Headlights switch ................. 152
Interior lights list ................... 315
Replacing light bulbs ............ 403
Turn signal lever ................... 142
Vanity lights .......................... 327
Wattage ................................ 469
Load capacity .......................... 172
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance ...................... 353
General maintenance ........... 349 Maintenance data..................460
Maintenance
requirements .......................347
Meter Instrument panel light control .................................146
Meters ...................................145
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror.............72
Side mirror heater .................213
Side mirrors .............................74
Vanity mirrors ........................327
MP3 disc ...................................250
Odometer ..................................145
Oil Engine oil ..............................361
Opener Fuel filler door .........................79
Hood......................................357
Back door ................................54
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding ...............74
Outside temperature
display ....................................185
Overheating, Hybrid system ....................................454
Parking brake ...........................143
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs .............403
Switch....................................152
Wattage .................................469
Personal lights .........................317
Power outlet .............................329
Power windows ..........................76
Radiator ....................................369
Radio .........................................221
RDS (Radio Data System) .......223
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