2008 Prius Scheduled Maintenance Guide
120,000 Miles or 144 Months
Replace cabin air filterReplace engine air filterReplace engine oil and oil filter1
Replace spark plugs5
Rotate tires
Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission fluid
__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
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__ Drive belts
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine valve clearance
6
__ Engine/inverter coolant3
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Front differential oil
__ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Radiator, condenser and/or intercooler
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
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1Reset the oil replacement reminder light ( MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED on the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer to Engine/inverter Coolant in the Explanation of Maintenance Items section in the back of this guide for more information.4Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.5Required under the terms of the Emission Control Warranty. For vehicles corresponding to PZEV for California, Maine,
Massachusetts, New York and Vermont, replacement interval is 150,000 miles.
6Check for tappet noise and engine vibration and adjust if necessary.
2008 Scheduled Maintenance GuidePRIUS
SPARK PLUGS
Replace at specified intervals. Install new plugs of the same type as originally equipped. A
qualified technician should perform this operation.
STEERING GEAR BOX
Inspect for signs of leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it repaired immediately by a
qualified technician.
STEERING LINKAGE AND BOOTS
With the vehicle stopped, check for excessive freeplay in the steering wheel. Inspect the linkage
for bending and damage and the dust boots for deterioration, cracks and damage. Replace any
damaged parts. A qualified technician should perform these operations.
TIRE ROTATION
Tires should be rotated at specified intervals according to the instructions in theOwner’s
Manual
. When rotating tires, check for damage and uneven wear. Replace if necessary.
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