2012 TOYOTA AURIS HYBRID oil level

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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ............ 422
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ........................... 423
If you think something
is wrong ............................ 429
5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 430
If a warning message is
displayed .......................... 436
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with a
spare tire) ......................... 447
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with an
emergency tire
puncture repair kit)............ 459
If the hybrid system will
not start............................. 471
If you lose your keys ........... 473
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ......... 474
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ........................ 476
If your vehicle overheats ..... 481
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................. 486
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ........................ 4886-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 492
Fuel information ................. 504
6-2. Customization
Customizable features ....... 506
Abbreviation list........................ 510
Alphabetical index .................... 511
What to do if... .......................... 521
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance yourself, be sure to follow the correct
procedures as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
12-volt battery condition
(P. 381)• Grease
• Conventional wrench
(for terminal clamp bolts)
Engine/power control unit coolant
level (P. 377)• Toyota Super Long Life Coolant
or similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non-silicate, non-
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate
coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology. Toyota
Super Long Life Coolant is pre-
mixed with 50% coolant and 50%
deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding cool-
ant)
Engine oil levelP. 374)• Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding
engine oil)
Fuses (P. 400)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Radiator and condenser
(P. 379)
Tire inflation pressure (P. 390)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid (P. 379)• Water or washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding
water or washer fluid)

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Engine compartment
Engine coolant reservoir
(P. 377)
Engine oil level dipstick
(P. 374)
Engine oil filler cap
(P. 375)
Power control unit coolant
reservoir (P. 377)Fuse box (P. 400)
Radiator (P. 379)
Condenser (P. 379)
Electric cooling fans
Washer fluid tank (P. 379)

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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 turning off the hybrid
system, wait more than five minutes for the oil to drain back
into the bottom of the engine.
Hold a rag under the end and
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
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
STEP6

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UK_AURIS_HV_EE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.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
Engine oil selectionP. 495
Oil quantity
(Low  Full)1.5 L (1.6 qt., 1.3 Imp. qt.)
Items Clean funnel
STEP1
STEP2
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Engine oil consumption
The amount of engine oil consumed depends on the oil viscosity, the
quality of the oil and the way the vehicle is driven.
More oil is consumed under driving conditions such as high speeds and
frequent acceleration and deceleration.
A new engine consumes more oil.
When judging the amount of oil consumption, keep in mind that the oil
may have become diluted, making it difficult to judge the true level accu-
rately.
Oil consumption: Max. 1.0 L/1000 km (1.1 qt./600 miles, 0.9 Imp. qt./600
miles)
If your vehicle consume more than 1.0 L (1.1 qt., 0.9 Imp. qt.) every 1000
km (600 miles), contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
CAUTION
Used engine oil
Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation or skin cancer, so care should
be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used engine
oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground. Call any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional, service station or auto parts store for
information concerning recycling or disposal.
Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.

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Engine/power control unit coolant
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” (full) and
“LOW” (low) lines on the reservoir when the hybrid system is cold.
Engine coolant reservoir
Reservoir cap
Full
Low
If the level is on or below the
“LOW” line, add coolant up to the
“FULL” line.
Power control unit coolant reservoir
Reservoir cap
Full
Low
If the level is on or below the “L”
line, add coolant up to the “F” line.
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, as 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.

6Vehicle specifications
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6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.).......... 492
Fuel information ................ 504
6-2. Customization
Customizable features ...... 506