check oil TOYOTA PRIUS PHV 2012 Owners Manual

94 1-2. Charging
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CAUTION
■When charging
Follow these points when charging. If you do not follow them, fire or electri-
cal shock may occur, possibly resulting in death or serious injury.
● Connect to a power source suitable for charging. ( P. 77)
● Check that the outlet, charging cable and charging inlet are not damaged\
.
● Check that the tips of the plug have not been deformed.
● If the plug is dirty or dusty, clean it before inserting.
● Plugging into the outlet that is located in a spot that is not high above the
ground or floor is recommended.
● Insert the plug firmly into the outlet.
● Do not touch the electrical terminals of the charging connector or short it
with foreign objects.
● Do not get water in the charging inlet.
Do not wash the vehicle while the charging cable is connected to the vehi-
cle. ( P. 426)
● Do not touch metal objects or pointed objects (needles etc.) to the port of
the charging inlet.
● Do not charge if the charging cable is coiled or bundled.
● Wrapping 120 V charging cable while in-use is not recommended because
cable may overheat. Failure to rewrap charging cable when not in-use
could result in strangulation or tripping hazard.
● After connecting the charging cable, confirm that it is not bent.
● Do not place heavy objects on the charging cable.
● If charging is interrupted, remove the charging connector before removing
the plug.

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
NOTICE
■
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 engine oil, transmission fluid for the
hybrid system, etc.
● Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
If the P position control system is damaged by flooding, it may not be possi-
ble to shift the shift position to P, or from P to other positions. When the shift
position cannot be changed from P to any other position, the front wheels
will lock, and you will be unable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels on
the ground, as the front wheels may be locked. In this case, transport the
vehicle with both front wheels or all four wheels lifted.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
■
Before car washes
Check that the fuel filler door and charging port lid on your vehicle are closed
properly.
■ Automatic car washes
● Fold the mirrors and remove the antenna before washing the vehicle.
Start washing from the front of the vehicle. Make sure to re-install the
antenna and extend the mirrors before driving.
● Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface
and harm your vehicle’s paint.
● Roof antenna, rear spoiler may not be washable in some automatic car
washes. There may also be an increased risk of damage to vehicle.
■ High pressure car washes ( P. 427)
Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity \
of
the windows.

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4-2. Maintenance
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General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Brake fluid Is the brake fluid at the correct
level? (
P. 467)
Engine/power control unit coolant Is the engine/power control unit
coolant at the correct level?
(P. 464)
Engine oil Is the engine oil at the correct
level?
(P. 460)
Exhaust system There should not be any fumes or
strange sounds.
Radiator/condenser The radiator and condenser
should be free from foreign
objects. (
P. 466)
Washer fluid Is there sufficient washer fluid?
(P. 469)
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 recommended that any problem you notice
should be brought to the attention of your Toyota dealer or qualified
service shop for advice.

460 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Engine oilWith 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 into the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull
the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Flat dipstick: Reinsert the dipstick fully. Non-flat dipstick: Reinsert the
dipstick fully with its protruding
areas ( in the illustration)
pointing towards the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6

462 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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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. 6 1 5
Oil quantity
(Low  Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp.qt.)
Items Clean funnel
■ Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the follow-
ing situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
● When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle
or after replacing the engine
● If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
● When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, or when driving
while accelerating or decelerating frequently
● When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
through heavy traffic
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
■
Used engine oil
● Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care
should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used
engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
● Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground. Call your Toyota dealer, service station or auto parts store for
information concerning recycling or disposal.
● Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
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.

614 6-1. Specifications
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Electric motor (Traction motor)
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Lubrication system
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing theengine oil. Warm up the engine and turn off the hybrid system, wait more
than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick.
Ty p ePermanent magnet motor
Maximum output 60 kW
Maximum torque 153 ft•lbf (207 N•m, 21.1 kgf•m)
Ty p eLithium-ion battery
Voltage 3.7 V/cell
Capacity21.5 Ah
Quantity 56 cells
Overall voltage 207 V
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill 
reference
*)
With filter
Without filter
4.4 qt. (4.2 L, 3.7 Imp.qt.)
4.1 qt. (3.9 L, 3.4 Imp.qt.)

672 Alphabetical index
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EngineAccessory mode.................... 240
Compartment ........................459
Hood......................................442
How to start the hybrid system ................................238
Identification number ............. 611
If the hybrid system will not start .....................................588
Ignition switch........................238
Overheating...........................600
“POWER” switch ...................238
Engine coolant Capacity ................................617
Checking ............................... 464
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 349
Engine/power control
unit coolant Capacity ................................617
Checking ............................... 464
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 349
Engine oil Capacity ................................614
Checking ............................... 460
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 349
Enhanced VSC .........................328
EPS ............................................ 328
EV driving ratio indicator ........ 271
EV driving range ................58, 268
Event data recorder ...................25
EV/HV mode selection switch .......................................37 Floor mats ................................ 401
Fluid
Brake..................................... 619
Washer.................................. 469
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 507
Switch ................................... 298
Wattage................................. 620
Foot lights ................................ 382
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 507
Switch ................................... 298
Wattage................................. 620
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 198
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 537
Front seats
Adjustment ............................ 146
Front side marker light Replacing light bulbs ............. 507
Wattage................................. 620
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 507
Switch ................................... 254
Wattage................................. 620
Fuel Capacity ................................ 613
Fuel gauge ............................ 257
Information ............................ 621
Refueling ............................... 174
Type ...................................... 621
Fuel door .................................. 174
Fuel filler door .......................... 174
Fuses ........................................ 495F