oil temperature TOYOTA PRIUS PLUS 2015 Owners Manual

1052. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
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Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle’s
systems.
Warning lights
*1
(Red)
Brake system warning
light (→P. 376)*1, 2
(If equipped)
PCS warning light
(→ P. 378)
*1
(Yellow)
Brake system warning
light ( →P. 376)*1Slip indicator light
(→ P. 378)
*1Charging system
warning light ( →P. 376)*1High coolant
temperature warning
light ( →P. 380)
*1
(If equipped)
Low engine oil pressure
warning light ( →P. 377)*1
(If equipped)
Parking lock system
warning light ( →P. 378)
*1
(If equipped)
Hybrid system warning
light ( →P. 377)
(If equipped)
Parking lock
system warning
message
(→ P. 379)
*1Malfunction indicator
lamp ( →P. 377)
(If equipped)
Hybrid battery indicator
light ( →P. 379)
*1SRS warning light
(→ P. 377)*1
(If equipped)
LED headlight warning
light ( →P. 379)
*1ABS warning light
(→ P. 377)*1Automatic headlight
leveling system warning
light ( →P. 380)
*1Electric power steering
system warning light
(→ P. 377)*1
(Flashes)
(If equipped)
P position request
indicator light ( →P. 379)

3126-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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WARNING
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury, observe the following precautions.
■ When working on the engine compartment
●Make sure that the indicator on the power switch and the “READY” indica-
tor are both off.
● Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, power control unit, radiator, exhaust
manifold, etc. right after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids
may also be hot.
● Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the
engine compartment.
● Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes
are flammable.
● Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces. If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the
affected area with clean water immediately. If you still experience discom-
fort, consult a doctor.
■ When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the power switch is off.
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. ( →P. 324)
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc.
from getting in your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air.
■ If the brake fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious problem.

3196-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oilPark 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 pro-
truding areas ( in the illus-
tration) pointing towards
engine.
Engine oil
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4568-1. Specifications
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Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Toyota
recommends the use of approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”.
Another motor oil of matching quality can also be used.
Oil grade:
0W-20, 5W-30 and 10W-30:
API grade SL “Energy-Conserving”, SM “Energy-Conserving” or SN
“Resource-Conserving”; or ILSAC multigrade engine oil
15W-40:
API grade SL, SM or SN multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity (SAE):
SAE 0W-20 is filled into your
Toyota vehicle at manufactur-
ing, and the best choice for
good fuel economy and good
starting in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 oil is not avail-
able, SAE 5W-30 oil may be
used. However, it should be
replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the
next oil change.
If you use SAE 10W-30 or a
higher viscosity engine oil in
extremely low temperatures,
the engine may become difficult
to start, so SAE 0W-20 or 5W-
30 engine oil is recommended.
Temperature range anticipated
before next oil change
Preferred

4578-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example):• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which
allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow
for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity
(one with a higher value) may be better suited if the vehicle is
operated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions.
How to read oil container labels:
Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil contain-
ers to help you select the oil you should use.
API Service Symbol
Top portion: “API SERVICE SN”
means the oil quality designa-
tion by American Petroleum
Institute (API).
Center portion: “SAE 0W-20”
means the SAE viscosity grade.
Lower portion: “Resource-
Conserving” means that the oil
has fuel-saving and environ-
mental protection capabilities.
ILSAC Certification Mark
The International Lubricant Specification Advisory Committee (ILSAC)
Certification Mark is displayed on the front of the container.
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487Alphabetical index
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Navigation system*
Odometer .................................. 111
OilEngine oil .............................. 455
Opener Fuel filler door ....................... 226
Hood ..................................... 313
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 184 Adjustment ............................ 184
Folding .................................. 184
Outside rear view mirror defoggers............................ 273
Outside temperature display .................................... 275
Overhead console.................... 287
Overheating .............................. 444
Overheating, Engine ................ 444 P position switch ..................... 209
Parking brake
Operation .............................. 214
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 382
Parking lock ............................. 209
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) Function ................................ 254
PCS switch ........................... 255
Warning light ......................... 378
Warning message ......... 391, 392
Personal lights ......................... 280 Switch ................................... 281
Wattage ................................ 462
Pollen removal mode .............. 273
Power control unit coolant
Capacity ................................ 458
Checking ............................... 323
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 265
Radiator ................................ 324
Power outlets ........................... 294
Power steering (Electric Power Steering system) ....... 248Warning light ......................... 377
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*: Refer to the “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s Manual”.

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USB memory*
USB port*
Vanity lightsVanity lights........................... 292
Wattage................................. 462
Vanity mirrors .......................... 292 Vanity lights........................... 292
Wattage................................. 462
Vehicle identification number ................................... 453
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)....................................... 248
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) .................................. 248
Warning buzzers Approach warning ................. 238
Brake system ........................ 376
Downshifting ......................... 210
Driver’s seat belt reminder .... 381
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder ............................. 381
Open door ............................. 380
Pre-crash warning ................. 254
Radar cruise control .............. 238
Seat belt reminder................. 381 Warning lights
ABS....................................... 377
Automatic headlight leveling system ................................ 380
Brake system ........................ 376
Charging system ................... 376
Cruise control........................ 380
Driver’s seat belt reminder .... 381
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 377
Electric power steering ......... 377
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder ............................. 381
Go to service......................... 382
High coolant temperature ..... 380
Hybrid battery indicator ......... 379
Hybrid system ....................... 377
Hybrid system overheat ........ 380
LED headlight ....................... 379
Low engine oil pressure ........ 377
Low fuel level ........................ 380
Low hybrid battery (traction battery) ................. 380
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 377
Master warning light.............. 381
Open door ............................. 380
Parking lock system ...... 378, 379
P position request
indicator.............................. 379
PCS ...................................... 378
Rear passenger’s seat belt
reminder ............................. 381
Seat belt reminder light ......... 381
Slip indicator ......................... 378
SRS ...................................... 377
Tire pressure......................... 381
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