oil level TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID 2020 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS6
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9-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)...........770
Fuel information .................780
9-2. Customization
Customizable features .......782
9-3. Initialization
Items to initialize ................792
What to do if...
(Troubleshooting) .....................794
Alphabetical index ......................798
9Vehicle specifications
Index
For information regarding the equipment listed below, refer to the
“Navigation system Owner’s manual”.
• Navigation system
• Audio/visual system
• Panoramic view monitor• Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)
• Toyota parking assist monitor
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4405-5. Using the driving support systems
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■Operation conditions of each function
●Lane departure alert function
This function operates when all of the following conditions are met.
• LTA is turned on.
• Vehicle speed is approximately 50 km/h (32 mph) or more.
*1
• System recognizes white (yellow) lane lines or a course*2. (When a white
[yellow] line or course
*2 is recognized on only one side, the system will
operate only for the recognized side.)
• Width of traffic lane is approximately 3 m (9.8 ft.) or more.
• Turn signal lever is not operated.
• Vehicle is not being driven around a sharp curve.
• No system malfunctions are detected. (P. 444)
*1: The function operates even if the vehicle speed is less than approxi-
mately 50 km/h (32 mph) when the lane centering function is operating.
*2: Boundary between asphalt and the side of the road, such as grass, soil,
or a curb
●Steering assist function
This function operates when all of the following conditions are met in addi-
tion to the operation conditions for the lane departure alert function.
• Setting for (“LTA Steering Assist Mode”) in of the multi-
information display is set to “On”. (P. 230)
• Vehicle is not accelerated or decelerated by a fixed amount or more.
• Steering wheel is not operated with a steering force level suitable for
changing lanes.
• ABS, VSC, TRC and PCS are not operating.
• TRC or VSC is not turned off.
• Hands off steering wheel warning is not displayed. (P. 443)
●Vehicle sway warning function
This function operates when all of the following conditions are met.
• Setting for (“Lane Sway Warning Status”) in of the multi-
information display is set to “On”. (P. 230)
• Vehicle speed is approximately 50 km/h (32 mph) or more.
• Width of traffic lane is approximately 3 m (9.8 ft.) or more.
• No system malfunctions are detected. (P. 444)

6317-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the
correct procedure as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
12-volt battery
condition
(P. 644)• Warm water • Baking soda • Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
• Distilled water
Engine/power
control unit
coolant level
(P. 641)• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high
quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate coolant with long-
life hybrid organic acid technology
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level
(P. 638)• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (P. 6 9 1 )• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Hybrid battery
(traction battery)
air intake vent
(P. 623)
• Vacuum cleaner, etc.
• Flathead screwdriver
Light bulbs
(P. 695)
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as origi-
nal
• Flathead screwdriver
• Wrench
Radiator and
condenser
(P. 643)

Tire inflation
pressure
(P. 665)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(P. 648)• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for win-
ter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

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Maintenance and care
Engine compartment
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Engine coolant reservoir
( P. 641)
Fuse boxes ( P. 691)
Engine oil level dipstick
( P. 638)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 639)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 648)
12-volt battery ( P. 644)
Power control unit coolant
reservoir ( P. 641)
Radiator ( P. 643)
Condenser ( P. 643)
Electric cooling fans
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6387-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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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 into 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
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
Engine oil
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6397-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■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 consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following
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
Engine oil selection P. 773
Oil quantity (Low  Full)1.5 L (1.6 qt., 1.3 lmp. qt.)
ItemsClean funnel
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6407-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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WARNING
■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 any authorized Toyota reta iler or Toyota authorized repairer,
or any reliable repairer, 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.

7298-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
■ If “Engine Oil Level Low Add or Replace” is displayed
The engine oil level may be low. Check the level of the engine oil, and add
engine oil if necessary. This message may be displayed if the vehicle is
stopped on a slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface and check if the mes-
sage disappears.
■ If “Accelerator and Brake Pedals Pressed Simultaneously” is shown
The accelerator and brake pedals are being depressed simultaneously.
( P. 360)
Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal.
■ If a message that indicates the malfunction of front camera is displayed
The following systems may be suspended until the problem shown in the
message is resolved. ( P. 416, 714)
● PCS (Pre-Collision System)
● LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
● AHS (Adaptive High-beam System)
● RSA (Road Sign Assist)
● Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range
■ If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable See Owner’s Manual” is shown
The dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range system is suspended
temporarily or until the problem show n in the message is resolved. (causes
and coping methods: P. 416)
■ If “Radar Cruise Control Unavailable” is shown
The dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range system cannot be
used temporarily. Use the system when it becomes available again.
■ If the shift position cannot be changed or the power switch is turned to
ACCESSORY mode even if trying to turn the power switch off when a
warning message is shown
If the 12-volt battery is discharged or the shift control system is malfunction-
ing, the followings may occur.
● The shift position may not be changed to P.
When parking, stop the vehicle on level ground and apply the parking brake
firmly.
● The hybrid system may not start.
● The power switch may be turned to ACCESSORY mode even if trying to
turn the power switch off.
In this case, the power switch may be turned off after applying the parking
brake.
● The automatic P position selection function (P. 382) may not operate.
Before turning the power switch off, be sure to press the P position switch
and check that the shift position is in P by the shift position indicator or P
position switch indicator.

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9Vehicle specifications
Prius Plug-in Hybrid_OM_OM47D72E_(EE)
9-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)........... 770
Fuel information ................. 780
9-2. Customization
Customizable features ....... 782
9-3. Initialization
Items to initialize ................ 792

7709-1. Specifications
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Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
*1: Unladen vehicle
*2: Overall height may differ depending on the target region.
*3: Vehicles with 195/65R15 tires
*4: Vehicles with 215/45R17 tires
Dimensions and weights
Overall length4645 mm (182.9 in.)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 in.)
Overall height*11470 mm (57.9 in.)*2
1490 mm (58.7 in.)*2
Wheelbase2700 mm (106.3 in.)
Tread*1
Front1530 mm (60.2 in.)*3
1510 mm (59.4 in.)*4
Rear1540 mm (60.6 in.)*3
1520 mm (59.8 in.)*4
Gross vehicle mass1930 kg (4255 lb.)
Maximum permissi-
ble axle capacityFront1060 kg (2337 lb.)
Rear1020 kg (2249 lb.)