check transmission fluid TOYOTA PRIUS 2010 3.G Owners Manual

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
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NOTICE
■
If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
● It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds.
● The vehicle will behave abnormally.
Replace a flat tire with a new one. ( P. 527)
■ When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle.
● Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following.
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, hybrid
system, transmission, etc.
● Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Electrical system
Transmission
*:The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary,
contact your Toyota dealer.
12 volt battery
Open voltage at
68 
F (20 C): 12.6  12.8 V Fully charged

12.2  12.4 V Half charged 
11 . 5  11.9 V Discharged 
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the hybrid
system and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates 4.2 A max.
Fluid capacity*3.5 qt. (3.3 L, 2.9 Imp.qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.