2012 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUS Owners Manual

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PRIUS +_OM_OM47821E_(EE)Recommended viscosity (SAE):
SAE 0W-20 is filled into your
Toyota vehicle at manufacturing,
and the best choice for good fuel
economy, and good starting in
cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 oil is not available,
SAE 5W-30 oil may be used.
However, it should be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.
If you use SAE 10W-30 or a
higher viscosity engine oil in
extremely low temperatures, the
engine may become difficult to
start, so SAE 5W-30 or lower vis-
cosity engine oil is recom-
mended.
Temperature range anticipated before
next oil change.
Preferred

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Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows
cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier
starting of the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when
the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a
higher value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high
speeds, or under extreme load conditions.
How to read oil container labels:
Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers
to help you select the proper oil you should use.
API Service Symbol
Top portion: The oil quality desig-
nation by API (American Petro-
leum Institute) (SN)
Center portion: The SAE viscosity
grade (SAE 0W-20)
Lower portion:
“Resource-conserving” means
that the oil has fuel saving and
environmental protection capabili-
ties.
ILSAC Certification Mark
The ILSAC (International Lubri-
cant Standardization and
Approval Committee) certification
Mark is displayed on the front of
the container.

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Cooling system
Ignition system
Capacity
Gasoline
engine
Without an exhaust heat recovery system
6.5 L (6.9 qt., 5.7 Imp.qt.)
With an exhaust heat recovery system
6.9 L (7.3 qt., 6.1 Imp.qt.)
Power
control
unit2.7 L (2.9 qt., 2.4 Imp.qt.)
Coolant typeUse either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-
silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate
coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technol-
ogy
Do not use plain water alone.
Spark plug
Make DENSO SC20HR11
Gap 1.1 mm (0.043 in.)
NOTICE
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

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Electrical system
*1: Voltage is checked 30 seconds after the hybrid system and all lights are
turned off.
Transmission
*2: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.
If replacement is necessary, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
12-volt battery
Open voltage
*1
at 20C (68F):
Fully charged12.5 V or over
Half charged 11.0  12.5 V
Discharged Under 11.0 V
Charging rates
Vehicles without alarm
and a navigation system4 A max.
Vehicles with alarm or a
navigation system5 A max.
Fluid capacity*23.4 L (3.6 qt., 3.0 Imp.qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by
vibration, and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.

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Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 196 N (20.0 kgf,
44.1 lbf) while the hybrid system is operating.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 300 N (30.6 kgf,
67.5 lbf).
Steering
Pedal clearance*1
Left-hand drive vehicles
75 mm (2.95 in.)
Right-hand drive vehicles
79 mm (3.11 in.)
Pedal free play 1.0  6.0 mm (0.04  0.24 in.)
Parking brake pedal travel*28 11 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Free playLess than 30 mm (1.2 in.)

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Tires and wheels
Ty p e A
Ty p e B
Compact spare tire (if equipped)
Tire size205/60R16 92V
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire infla-
tion pressure)Except eco package
Front tire
240 kPa (2.4 kgf/cm
2 or bar, 35 psi)
Rear tire
230 kPa (2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar, 33psi)
Eco package
Front tire
250 kPa (2.5 kgf/cm
2 or bar, 36 psi)
Rear tire
240 kPa (2.4 kgf/cm
2 or bar, 35 psi)
Wheel size 16  6 1/2J
Wheel nut torque 103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)
Tire size215/50R17 91V
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)230 kPa (2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar, 33 psi)
Wheel size 17  7J
Wheel nut torque 103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)
Tire sizeT135/70D17 102M
Spare tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire infla-
tion pressure)420 kPa (4.2 kgf/cm2 or bar, 60 psi)
Wheel size 17  4T
Wheel nut torque 103 N•m (10.5 kgf•m, 76 ft•lbf)

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Light bulbs
A: H11 halogen bulbs
B: HB3 halogen bulbs
C: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
D: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
E: Double end bulbs

*
: If equipped
Light BulbsWTy p e
ExteriorHalogen headlights
Low beam
High beam
LED headlights
High beam55
60
60A
B
B
Front fog lights
*55 A
Front turn signal lights 21 C
Front position lights 5 D
Rear turn signal lights 21 C
Back-up lights 21 D
Rear fog light 21 D
License plate lights 5 D
InteriorPersonal/interior lights
Vehicles without panoramic roof
Vehicles with panoramic roof5
8D
D
Rear interior light 8 E
Vanity lights 8 D
Door courtesy lights 5 D
Luggage compartment light 5 E

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Fuel infor mation
Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your Toyota has a fuel tank opening that
only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
If your engine knocks
Consult any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional.
You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while acceler-
ating or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
Except EU area:
Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline.
For optimum engine performance, select unleaded gasoline with a
Research Octane Number of 95 or higher.
EU area:
Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline conforming to Euro-
pean standard EN228.
For optimum engine performance, select unleaded gasoline with a
Research Octane Number of 95 or higher.