engine coolant TOYOTA PRIUS 2023 User Guide

5206-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Check the radiator and condenser and clear away any foreign objects.
If either of the above parts is extremely dirty or you are not sure of
their condition, have your vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Radiator and condenser
WARNING
■ When the hybrid system is hot
Do not touch the radiator or condenser as they may be hot and cause seri-
ous injuries, such as burns.
■ When the electric cooling fans are operating
Do not touch the engine compartment.
With the power switch in ON mode, the electric cooling fans may automati-
cally start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature
is high. Be sure the power switch is off when working near the electric cool-
ing fans or radiator grille.

5797-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If you think something is wrong
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● High coolant temperature warning light flashes or comes on
● Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system
● Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches
the floor
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle proba-
bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

5837-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
High coolant temperature warning light
(vehicles without exhaust heat recirculator system)
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high
Changes from a flashing to a solid light when the engine
coolant temperature increases
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.
( P. 645)
High coolant temperature warning light
(vehicles with exhaust h eat recirculator system)
• When the light flashes:
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high
The light changes from a flashing to a solid light when
the temperature further increases
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.
( P. 645)
• When the light comes on without flashing:
Indicates a malfunction in the exhaust heat recirculator
system
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer immediately.
(Flashes) (If equipped)
PKSB OFF indicator
Indicates a malfunction in the Parking Support Brake func-
tion
 Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
The warning light will operate as follows, even when the
system is not malfunctioning:
• The light will come on when the Parking Support Brake
function is turned off ( P. 396)
• The light will come on when the Parking Support Brake
function is operating ( P. 400)
• The light will flash when the system cannot temporarily
be used ( P. 402)
Open door warning light (warning buzzer)*3
Indicates that a door is not fully closed
 Check that all the doors are closed.
Low fuel level warning light
Indicates that remaining fuel is approximately 6.4 L
(1.7 gal., 1.4 Imp.gal.) or less
 Refuel the vehicle.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

6497-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
WARNING
■To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.
● If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot.
● After the hybrid system has been turned off, check that the “Accessory”,
“Ignition ON” or mileage display ( P. 118, 120) on the main display and
the “READY” indicator are off.
When the hybrid system is operating, the gasoline engine may automati-
cally start, or the cooling fans may suddenly operate even if the gasoline
engine stops. Do not touch or approach rotating parts such as the fan,
which may lead to fingers or clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler)
getting caught, resulting in serious injury.
● Do not loosen the coolant reservoir caps while the hybrid system and radi-
ator are hot.
High temperature steam or coolant could spray out.
NOTICE
■ When adding engine/power control unit coolant
Add coolant slowly after the hybrid system has cooled down sufficiently.
Adding cool coolant to a hot hybrid system too quickly can cause damage to
the hybrid system.
■ To prevent damage to the cooling system
Observe the following precautions:
● Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust
etc.).
● Do not use any coolant additive.

6628-1. Specifications
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*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.
If replacement is necessary, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Cooling system
Capacity*
Gasoline
engine
Without exhaust heat recirculator system
5.6 L (5.9 qt., 4.9 Imp.qt.)
With exhaust heat recirculator system
6.2 L (6.6 qt., 5.5 Imp.qt.)
Power
control unit1.4 L (1.5 qt., 1.2 Imp.qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based
non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system (spark plug)
MakeDENSO FC16HR-CY9
Gap0.9 mm (0.035 in.)
NOTICE
■ Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

688Alphabetical index
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Care ................................... 496, 502
Aluminum wheels .................. 497
Exterior.................................. 496
Front camera......................... 285
Interior ................................... 502
Radar sensor ........................ 284
Seat belts .............................. 503
Water-repellent coating ......... 497
Cargo hooks ............................. 480
Catch protection function ....... 211
Chains ....................................... 453
Child restraint system ............... 54
Child restraint system
installation method................ 67
Fixed with a seat belt .............. 68
Fixed with an ISOFIX lower
anchorage............................. 70
Points to remember................. 54
Riding with children ................. 53
Using a top tether
anchorage............................. 72
Child safety ................................ 53
12-volt battery precautions.... 524
Airbag precautions .................. 41
Back door precautions .......... 184
Child restraint system ............. 54
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................... 36
Installing child restraints.......... 67
Moon roof precautions .......... 218
Power window lock switch .... 210
Power window precautions ... 213
Rear door child-protectors .... 180
Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 556
Riding with children ................. 53
Seat belt precautions .............. 69
Seat heater precautions ........ 468Child-protectors....................... 180
Cleaning ........................... 496, 502
Aluminum wheels.................. 497
Exterior ................................. 496
Front camera ........................ 285
Hybrid battery (traction
battery) air intake vent ........ 545
Interior................................... 502
Radar sensor ........................ 284
Seat belts .............................. 503
Water-repellent coating......... 497
Clock ......................................... 100
Adjustment ............................ 106
Coat hooks ............................... 493
Combination meter .................. 100
Clock adjustment .................. 106
Main display .......................... 117
Multi-information display ....... 127
Warning lights and
indicators ............................ 110
Condenser ................................ 520
Console box ............................. 474
Coolant ..................................... 518
Capacity ................................ 662
Checking ............................... 518
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 452
Cooling system ........................ 518
Engine overheating ............... 645
Hybrid system overheating ... 647
Consumption screen ............... 166
Cruise control
Cruise control........................ 346
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range .......... 329
Cup holders.............................. 475
Curtain shield airbags ............... 39
Customizable features ............ 670
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ECB (Electronically
Controlled Brake System) .... 441
Eco drive mode ........................ 351
Electric motor (traction motor)
Location .................................. 79
Specification.......................... 657
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) ....................................... 442
Function ................................ 442
Warning light ......................... 581
Electronic key .......................... 172
Battery-saving function ......... 189
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 636
Replacing the battery ............ 554
Electronically Controlled
Brake System (ECB).............. 441
Emergency brake signal ......... 442
Emergency flashers................. 568
Emergency brake signal ....... 442
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................. 602
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds ... 580
If a warning light turns on ...... 580
If a warning message is
displayed ............................ 589
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged .......................... 639
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 636
If the hybrid system will not
start..................................... 634
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 650
If the vehicle is submerged or
water on the road is
rising ................................... 570If you have a flat tire ..... 598, 618
If you lose your keys ..... 173, 176
If you think something is
wrong.................................. 579
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 569
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 572
If your vehicle overheats ....... 645
Energy monitor ................ 130, 166
Engine....................................... 656
Accessory mode ................... 246
Compartment ........................ 514
Engine switch (power
switch) ................................ 244
Exhaust gas precautions ........ 50
Hood ..................................... 511
How to start the hybrid
system ................................ 244
Identification number ............ 656
If the hybrid system will not
start .................................... 634
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 569
Ignition switch (power
switch) ................................ 244
Overheating .......................... 645
Power switch......................... 244
Engine coolant ......................... 518
Capacity ................................ 662
Checking ............................... 518
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 452
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Warning buzzers
Approach warning ................. 339
Brake system ........................ 580
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) .... 312
Open door ..................... 180, 583
Parking Support Brake
function ............................... 400
Pre-collision warning ............. 297
Radar cruise control .............. 339
RCTA (Rear Crossing Traffic
Alert) ................................... 356
Seat belt reminder................. 584
Shift position ......................... 255
Toyota parking
assist-sensor ...................... 385Warning lights.......................... 110
ABS....................................... 581
Brake Override System......... 585
Brake system ........................ 580
Charging system ................... 580
Drive-Start Control ................ 585
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light..................................... 584
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 581
Electric power steering
system ................................ 581
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light...................... 584
High coolant temperature ..... 583
Low engine oil pressure ........ 581
Low fuel level ........................ 583
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 581
Master warning light.............. 584
Open door ............................. 583
Parking Support Brake
function ............................... 585
PCS ...................................... 582
PKSB OFF indicator ............. 583
Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder light...................... 584
Seat belt reminder light ......... 584
Slip indicator ......................... 582
SRS ...................................... 581
Tire pressure......................... 584
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*: Refer to “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual”.