oil level TOYOTA PRIUS C 2013 NHP10 / 1.G Owners Manual

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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ............ 426
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................ 427
If you think something is wrong ................................ 432
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds .............................. 433
If a warning message is displayed........................... 443
If you have a flat tire............ 459
If the hybrid system will not start ............................. 471
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P.................... 473
If you lose your keys ........... 474
If the electronic key does not operate properly.......... 475
If the vehicle 12-volt battery is discharged..................... 477
If your vehicle overheats ..... 482
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 487
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ........................ 488 6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 492
Fuel information.................. 502
Tire information .................. 505
6-2. Customization Customizable features........ 518
Items to initialize ................. 524
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................ 526
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 527
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 529
Abbreviation list ........................ 540
Alphabetical index .................... 542
What to do if... .......................... 554
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
Index

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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Brake fluid Is the brake fluid at the correct
level? (
P. 373)
Coolant Is the engine/power control unit
coolant at the correct level?
(P. 371)
Engine oil Is the engine oil at the correct
level?
(P. 367)
Exhaust system There should not be any fumes or
strange sounds.
Radiator/condenser The radiator and condenser
should be free from foreign
objects.
(P. 373)
Washer fluid Is there sufficient washer fluid?
(P. 376)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Owner's Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Scheduled
Maintenance Guide”. It is recomme nded 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
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Maintenance and care
ItemsParts and tools
Engine oil level ( P. 367)• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( P. 402)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Light bulbs ( P. 413)• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
• Wrench
Radiator and condenser (P. 373)
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Tire inflation pressure ( P. 390) • Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(P. 376) • Water or washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

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Engine compar tment
Fuse boxes (P. 402)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 368)
Engine coolant radiator cap
Power control unit
coolant reservoir ( P. 371)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 373)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 371)Engine/power control unit
coolant radiator ( P. 373)
Electric cooling fan
Condenser ( P. 373)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 367)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 376)

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Maintenance and care
Engine oil
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■ Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine
and turning off the hybrid system, wait more than 5 minutes
for the oil to drain back in to the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull
the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level. Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may
differ depending on the type of
vehicle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
Measuring side
STEP6

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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 as that
already in the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
Engine oil selection P. 495
Oil quantity
(Low  Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
Item Clean funnel
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■ When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
● Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
● Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
● Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

Vehicle specifications6
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6-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ......... 492
Fuel information ............... 502
Tire information ................ 505
6-2. Customization Customizable features ..... 518
Items to initialize .............. 524

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6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weights
*1: Unladen vehicles
*2: P175/65R15 tires
*3: P195/50R16 tires
Overall length157.3 in. (3995 mm)
Overall width66.7 in. (1695 mm)
Overall height*1
Without moon roof
56.9 in. (1445 mm)
With moon roof 57.7 in. (1465 mm)
Wheelbase 100.4 in. (2550 mm)
Tread
Front58.3 in. (1480 mm)*2
57.5 in. (1460 mm)*3
Rear58.1 in. (1475 mm)*2
57.1 in. (1450 mm)*3
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage) 845 lb. (380 kg)

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Vehicle specifications
Hybrid battery (Traction battery)
Lubrication system
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the
engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn off the hybrid system, wait more
than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick.
■Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy
the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for
good fuel economy and good
starting in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available,
SAE 5W-20 oil may be used.
However, it must be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.
TypeNickel-metal hydride battery
Voltage7.2 V/module
Capacity6.5 Ah (3HR)
Quantity 20 modules
Overall voltage 144 V
Oil capacity (Drain and
refill reference*)
Without filter
With filter 3.6 qt. (3.4 L, 3.0 Imp. qt.)
3.9 qt. (3.7 L, 3.3 Imp. qt.)
Outside temperature