check oil TOYOTA PRIUS V 2012 Owners Manual (in English)

172 2-1. Driving procedures
PRIUS v_U (OM47674U)
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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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine/power control unit coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumu lated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.

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PRIUS v_U (OM47674U)
4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
■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
● Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity
of the windows.
● Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle
is closed properly.
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime
condition:
● Working from top to bottom, liber ally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any
dirt and dust.
● Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor-
oughly with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.

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4-2. Maintenance
PRIUS v_U (OM47674U)
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Brake fluid Is the brake fluid at the correct
level? (
P. 378)
Engine/power control unit coolant Is the engine/power control unit
coolant at the correct level?
(P. 375)
Engine oil Is the engine oil at the correct
level?
(P. 371)
Exhaust system There should not be any fumes or
strange sounds.
Radiator/condenser The radiator and condenser
should be free from foreign
objects. (
P. 377)
Washer fluid Is there sufficient washer fluid?
(P. 380)
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.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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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.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully. Low
Full
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6

372 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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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. 4 9 8
Oil quantity
(Low  Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp.qt.)
Items Clean funnel
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

374 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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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.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
PRIUS v_U (OM47674U)
Electric motor (Traction motor)
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Lubrication system
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when exchanging.
Warm up the engine and turn off the hybrid system, wait more than 5 min-
utes, 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 eNickel-Metal hydride battery
Voltage 7.2 V/module
Capacity6.5 Ah (3HR)
Quantity 28 modules
Overall voltage 201.6 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.)

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Alphabetical index
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Engine
Accessory mode ................... 175
Compartment........................ 370
Hood ..................................... 364
How to start the hybrid system................................ 173
Identification number ............ 495
If the hybrid system will not start .................................... 474
Ignition switch ....................... 173
Overheating .......................... 485
“POWER” switch .................. 173
Engine coolant Capacity ............................... 499
Checking .............................. 375
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 271
Engine/power control unit coolant
Capacity ............................... 499
Checking .............................. 375
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 271
Engine oil Capacity ............................... 497
Checking .............................. 371
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 271
Enhanced VSC......................... 250
EPS ........................................... 250
EV drive mode switch ............. 180
Event data recorder .................. 22 Floor mats.................................324
Fluid
Brake .....................................501
Washer ..................................380
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs .............419
Switch....................................219
Wattage .................................504
Foot lights.................................299
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs .............419
Switch....................................219
Wattage .................................504
Front passenger occupant classification system ............135
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light.........................449
Front seats
Adjustment ..............................81
Flattening seatbacks ...............82
Front side marker light Replacing light bulbs .............419
Wattage .................................504
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .............419
Switch....................................192
Wattage .................................504
Fuel
Capacity ................................496
Fuel gauge ............................195
Information ............................505
Refueling ...............................112
Type ......................................505
Fuel door...................................112
Fuel filler door ..........................112
Fuses.........................................408F

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Alphabetical index
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Warning buzzers
Brake system........................ 442
Open door ........................... 448
Seat belt reminder ................ 449
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system
(ABS) ................................. 444
Automatic headlight leveling system................................ 446
Brake system................ 442, 445
Charging system .... .............. 443
Cruise control ....................... 446
Electric power steering
system................................ 444
High coolant temperature ..... 443
Hybrid system....................... 443
Hybrid system overheat........ 447
LED headlights ..................... 446
Low engine oil pressure ....... 443
Low fuel level........................ 449
Low hybrid battery (traction battery) ................. 447
Low tire pressure .................. 449
Malfunction indicator lamp.... 444
Open door ............................ 448
Parking lock system ............. 445
P position request... .............. 447
Pre-collision system ............. 445
Radar cruise control. ............ 446
Seat belt warning light .......... 449
Slip indicator ......................... 445
Smart key system ... .............. 457
SRS airbags ......................... 444
Tire pressure warning light ... 449 Warning message
Parking lock system ..............446
Washer
Checking ...............................380
Preparing and checking before winter .......................271
Switch....................................221
Washing and waxing ...............346
Weight Cargo capacity ......................270
Load limits .............................270
Weight ...................................494
Wheels ......................................400
Window glasses .......................109
Window lock switch .................109
Windows Power windows .....................109
Rear window defogger ..........293
Washer ..................................221
Windshield wipers ...................221
Winter driving tips ...................271
Wireless remote control key Locking/Unlocking ...................69
Replacing the battery ............406
WMA disc
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*: Refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual” or “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.