2012 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUS oil level

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)............ 540
Fuel information .................. 552
6-2. Customization
Customizable features ........ 554
Abbreviation list................ 562
Alphabetical index ............ 563
What to do if... .................. 574
6Vehicle specifications
Index

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ItemsParts and tools
Engine oil level (P. 404)
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding
engine oil)
Fuses (P. 433)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Light bulbs (P. 445)
• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
• Wrench
Radiator and condenser
(P. 410)
Tire inflation pressure (P. 422)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid (P. 4 1 1 )
• Water or washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding
water or washer fluid)

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Engine compartment
12-volt battery
P. 413
Engine coolant reservoir
(P. 408)
Engine oil level dipstick
(P. 404)
Engine oil filler cap
(P. 405)
Power control unit coolant
reservoir (P. 408)Fuse box (P. 433)
Radiator (P. 410)
Condenser (P. 410)
Electric cooling fans
Washer fluid tank (P. 4 1 1 )

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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 warming up the engine
and turning off the hybrid system, wait more than 5 minutes
for the oil to drain back into the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull
the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Flat dipstick: Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Non-flat dipstick: Reinsert the
dipstick fully with its protruding
areas ( in the illustration)
pointing towards the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6

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Maintenance and care
PRIUS +_OM_OM47821E_(EE)Flat dipstick
Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may
differ depending on the type of
vehicle or engine.
Non-flat dipstick
Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may
differ depending on the type of
vehicle or engine.
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.

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CAUTION
Used engine oil
Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation and 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.
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.

6Vehicle specifications
539
PRIUS +_OM_OM47821E_(EE)
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.).......... 540
Fuel information ................ 552
6-2. Customization
Customizable features ...... 554

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6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weights
*1: Unladen vehicle
*2: Vehicles without panoramic roof
*3: Vehicles with panoramic roof
*4: Vehicles with 16-inch tires
*5: Vehicles with 17-inch tires
Overall length4615 mm (181.7 in.)
Overall width 1775 mm (69.9 in.)
Overall height*11575 mm (62.0 in.)*2
1600 mm (63.0 in.)*3
Wheelbase 2780 mm (109.4 in.)
Tread
Front1540 mm (60.6 in.)*4
1530 mm (60.2 in.)*5
Rear1545 mm (60.8 in.)*4
1535 mm (60.4 in.)*5
Gross vehicle mass 2115 kg (4663 lb.)
Maximum
permissible
axle capacityFront 1110 kg (2447 lb.)
Rear 1110 kg (2447 lb.)