transmission fluid TOYOTA PRIUS PLUS 2016 Owners Manual

2034-1. Before driving
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Driving
PRIUS +_OM_OM47B24E_(EE)NOTICE
■
Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for
an extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
● When driving over bumps in the road, dr ive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
■ If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehi-
cle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
● The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire: →P. 417, 431
■ 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 any authorized Toyota deale r or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional check the following:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, hybrid
transmission, etc.
● Lubricant condition for the bearings and suspension joints (where possi-
ble), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
If the shift control system is damaged by flooding, it may not be possible to
shift the shift position to P, or from P to other positions. When the shift posi-
tion 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 vehi-
cle with both front wheels or all four wheels lifted.

4718-1. Specifications
PRIUS +_OM_OM47B24E_(EE)
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Vehicle specifications
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.If replacement is necessary, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Electrical system
12-volt battery
Open voltage at 20 °C (68 °F):
12.5 V or higher: Fully charged
11.0 — 12.4 V: Half charged
10.9 V or lower: Discharged
(Voltage is checked 30 seconds after the
hybrid system and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates4.2 A max.
Transmission
Fluid capacity*3.4 L (3.6 qt., 3.0 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■ Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may ulti-
mately damage the transmission of your vehicle.

495Alphabetical index
PRIUS +_OM_OM47B24E_(EE)
Engine oilCapacity ................................ 467
Checking ............................... 329
Oil pressure warning light ..... 388
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 274
Engine switch........................... 207 Auto power off function ......... 211
Changing the power switch modes................................. 210
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 379
Starting the hybrid system .... 207
Engine switch light (power switch light) ........................... 290
EPS (Electronic Power Steering) Function ................................ 256
Warning light ......................... 388
EV indicator .............................. 116
EV drive mode .......................... 214
Exhaust gas precautions .......... 80 Flat tire.............................. 417, 431
Floor mats .................................. 34
Fluid
Brake .................................... 472
Transmission ........................ 471
Washer ................................. 335
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs..... 369, 372
Switch ................................... 226
Wattage ................................ 474
Footwell lights ......................... 290
Front doors .............................. 144
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs............. 369
Switch ................................... 226
Wattage ................................ 474
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 392
Front position lights Light switch ........................... 223
Replacing light bulbs............. 374
Front seats ............................... 170 Adjustment ............................ 170
Cleaning................................ 315
Correct driving posture ........... 36
Head restraints ..................... 182
Seat heaters ......................... 289
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs............. 371
Turn signal lever ................... 221
Wattage ................................ 474F