2003 TOYOTA PRIUS maintenance schedule

PASSPORT
to performance
2003 Prius
Scheduled Maintenance Guide

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egular maintenance is essential to obtaining the highest level of perfor-
mance from your Toyota. It can also enhance your vehicle’s resale value.
This booklet is designed to help you make sure your vehicle receives
proper and timely maintenance. It includes factory-recommended mainte-
nance guidelines along with information on the extensive maintenance and
repair support available through Toyota and your dealership.
With proper maintenance and care, yourvehicle will run better, last longer
and deliver more economical performance. Follow the recommendations in
this
Scheduled Maintenance Guideand you’ll enjoy reliability and peace of
mind from your Toyota for many years to come.
Documenting Your Investment
To help you verify that you’ve invested in proper maintenance, each mainte-
nance log in this booklet includes space for your Toyota dealership to certify
that you obtained Genuine Toyota Service foryour vehicle. The dealership will
mark the dealer service verification area with the following stamp (which
may be customized with the dealership’s name):
Additional Maintenance
In addition to scheduled maintenance, your Toyota requires ongoing general
maintenance such as fluid checks and visual inspections. These procedures
are explained in the “Vehicle Maintenance and Care” section of the
Owner’s
Manual
. Be sure to perform these procedures regularly to ensure the most
trouble-free operation of your vehicle.
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Maintenance Records
Maintaining your vehicle according to the recommendations in this booklet is
required to ensure that your warranty coverage remains intact. You should keep
detailed records of vehicle maintenance, including date of service, mileage at
time of service and a description of service and/or parts installation performed.
The scheduled maintenance log in this booklet can help you document this
information. If you sell your vehicle, be sure to give your maintenance records to
the new owner.
Toyota will not deny a warranty claim solely because you do nothave records
to show that you maintained your vehicle. However, damage or failures caused
by lack of proper maintenance are not covered under warranty.
Maintenance Providers
Maintenance and repair services may be performed by you or by any automotive
service provider you choose. Toyota will not deny a warranty claim solely because
you used a service provider other than a Toyota dealership for maintenance and
repairs. However, damage or failures caused by improper maintenance or repairs
are not covered under warranty.
Dealer-Recommended Maintenance
Your dealer may recommend more frequent maintenance intervals or more
maintenance services than those listed in the scheduled maintenance log. These
additional services are not required to maintain your warranty coverage. Ask your
dealer for an explanation of any recommended maintenance not included in the
scheduled maintenance log.
For a complete description of Toyota warranty coverages, see the booklet
entitled
2003 Prius Owner’s Warranty Informationlocated in your vehicle’s
glove box.
Maintenance and Toyota Warranty Coverage

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Toyota Maintenance and Repair Support
Toyota Dealership Service
Toyota Express Lube
Genuine Toyota Parts and Accessories
Lifetime Guarantee Replacement Parts
Toyota Parts Centers
Collision Repair Parts
Do-It-Yourself Products
Toyota Service Manuals
Vehicle Service Agreements
General Maintenance Information
Determining Your Vehicle’s Maintenance Needs
Explanation of Maintenance Items
Vehicle Identification
Scheduled Maintenance Log
Following the Charts
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General Maintenance Information14
Determining Your Vehicle’s Maintenance Needs
Determining the Proper Maintenance Interval
Depending on your circumstances, you should obtain maintenance for your
Toyota every 5,000 miles or every 7,500 miles. Follow these guidelines to
determine which interval to use.
5,000-Mile Intervals
Use 5,000-mile intervals if you primarily operate your vehicle under any of the
following conditions:
•Driving on unpaved or dusty roads.
•Repeated trips of less than five miles in temperatures below freezing.
7,500-Mile Intervals
Use 7,500-mile intervals if you primarily operate your vehicle under conditions
other than those listed above.
Note: If you drive your vehicle under any of the special operating conditions
noted below, you may need to perform specific services at 5,000-mile intervals.
See the 5,000-mile maintenance charts for details.
Special Operating Conditions
In addition to standard maintenance items, the scheduled maintenance log
indicates services that should be performed on vehicles that are driven under
especially demanding conditions. Specific conditions require specific services,
as indicated on the following page. The scheduled maintenance log indicates at
which mileage/ time intervals each service should be performed.
You should perform these additional maintenance services if you drive primarily
under any of the conditions noted. If you drive only occasionally under these
conditions, it is not necessary to perform the additional services.

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Explanation of Maintenance Items
The following descriptions are provided to give you a better understanding of
the maintenance items that should be performed on your vehicle. The scheduled
maintenance log indicates at which mileage/time intervals each item should be
performed. Please note that many maintenance items should be performed only
by a qualified technician.
For further information on maintenance items you can perform yourself, see the
“Vehicle Maintenance and Care” and “Do-It-Yourself Maintenance” sections of
your
Owner’s Manual.
WARNING:Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer
and reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
ALSO:See safety precautions on the inside front cover of this booklet
pertaining to your vehicle’s electrical and battery systems.
Air Conditioning Filter
Replace every 22,500 miles/18 months or as directed for special operating
conditions. Refer to the
Owner’s Manualforservice details.
Automatic Transmission Fluid or Manual Transmission Oil
Replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check each com-
ponent for signs of leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it repaired by a
qualified technician immediately.
Ball Joints and Dust Covers
Check the suspension and steering linkage ball joints forlooseness and damage.
Check all dust covers for deterioration and damage. Replace any deteriorated or
damaged parts. A qualified technician should perform these operations.
Brake Lines and Hoses
Visually inspect for proper installation. Checkforchafing, cracks, deterioration
and signs of leakage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts. A qualified
technician should perform these operations.

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Following the Charts
The scheduled maintenance log identifies the maintenance required at each
mileage interval and corresponding time interval based on mileage of 1,250
miles per month. If you drive more than 1,250 miles per month, you should
obtain maintenance at the indicated mileage interval rather than the indicated
time interval.
If you choose 5,000-mile intervals, follow the instructions below the light blue
bars, such as this one:
5,000 Miles or 4 Months
If you choose 7,500-mile intervals, follow the instructions below the dark blue
bars, such as this one:
7,500 Miles or 6 Months
At15,000-mile increments, the 5,000-mile and 7,500-mile intervals coincide.
Therefore, the colored bars appear together, as in this example:
15,000 Miles or 12 Months
15,000 Miles or 12 Months
See page 14 to determine the propermaintenance interval for your vehicle.

5,000-Mile Maintenance Intervals
7,500-Mile Maintenance IntervalsTo determine the appropriate maintenance
interval for your vehicle, see page 14.
Maintenance Log: 2003 Prius
7,500 Miles or 6 Months2
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter
❑Rotate tires
Dealer Service Verification:
Date:
Mileage:
5,000 Miles or 4 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions:1
❑Inspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine air filter
__ Nuts and bolts on chassis and body
__ Steering linkage and boots
❑Rotate tires
10,000 Miles or 8 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions:1
❑Inspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine air filter
__ Nuts and bolts on chassis and body
__ Steering linkage and boots
❑Replace air conditioning filter
❑Rotate tires
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
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Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
Note: If you drive your vehicle under any of
the special operating conditions noted on
pages 14–15, you may need to perform spe-
cific services at 5,000-mile intervals. See the
5,000-mile maintenance charts for details.