2013 TOYOTA PRIUS C brake fluid

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the brake fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking
efficiency. Use only newly opened brake fluid.
CAUTION
■When filling the reservoir
Take care as brake fluid can harm your hands and eyes and damage painted
surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean
water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear out or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, there may be a serious proble\
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5-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
■ Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air cond itioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● is shown on the multi-information display
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, s pongy feeling, pedal almost
touches the floor

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light turns on or a war ning buzzer sounds
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
*: Brake system warning buzzer: When there is a possible problem that could affect braking performance, the
warning light will come on and a warning buzzer will sound.
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
P. 446
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)

(Canada)
Brake system warning light in red (warning buzzer)*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is
fully released the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actio ns if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes
off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.
However, if this continues to o ccur, have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 66 lbf (294 N, 30
kgf) while the hybrid system is operating
*2: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 45 lbf (200 N, 20kgf)
Steering
Pedal clearance*12.8 in. (70 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lever travel*28  11 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

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Alphabetical index
Back door................................... 71
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 413
Wattage ................................ 501
Battery
Checking .............................. 377
Hybrid battery (traction battery) ................... 29
If the vehicle 12-volt battery is discharged .......... 477
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 231
Bluetooth
® audio
Bluetooth® audio .................. 289
Portable player ..................... 298
Set up ................................... 306
Using the Bluetooth
®
audio .................................. 293
Bluetooth
® phone
Making a phone call ............. 301
Set up ................................... 312
Bottle holders .......................... 328
Brake Fluid...................................... 499
Parking brake ....................... 177
Brake assist ............................. 219
Break-in tips ............................ 149 Care
Exterior ..................................344
Interior ...................................347
Seat belts ..............................347
Cargo capacity .........................224
CD player ..................................254
Chains .......................................230
Child-protectors .........................67
Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition ........134
Booster seats, installation .....138
Convertible seats, definition .............................134
Convertible seats,
installation ...........................138
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 128
Infant seat, definition .............134
Infant seats, installation.........138
Installing CRS with LATCH system........ ............139
Installing CRS with seat belts ............................140
Installing CRS with top tether straps ..................144
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Engine oilCapacity ................................ 495
Checking ............................... 367
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 231
Engine/power control unit coolantCapacity ................................ 496
Checking ............................... 371
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 231
Engine switch ................... 158, 162
EPS ............................................ 219
EV drive mode .......................... 170
Event data recorder ...................18
Floor mat................................... 339
Fluid Brake ..................................... 499
Washer .................................. 376
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 413
Switch.................................... 206
Wattage ................................. 501
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 413
Switch.................................... 206
Wattage ................................. 501
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 128 Front passenger’s seat
belt reminder light ................. 435
Front seats Adjustment .............................. 76
Front side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 413
Switch ................................... 202
Wattage................................. 501
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 413
Switch ................................... 176
Wattage................................. 501
Fuel Capacity ................................ 494
Fuel gauge ............................ 179
Gas station information ......... 556
Information ............................ 502
Refueling ............................... 105
Type ...................................... 494
Fuel door .................................. 105
Fuel filler door .......................... 105
Fuses ........................................ 402
Gas station information .......... 556
Gauges...................................... 179
Glove box ................................. 323
Hazard lights
Switch ................................... 426
Head restraints
Adjusting ................................ 81
Headlights Replacing light bulbs ............. 413
Switch ................................... 202
Wattage................................. 501
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Vanity mirrors........................... 331
Vehicle data recordings ............18
Vehicle identification number ................................... 493
Vehicle stability control........... 219
VSC............................................ 219
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................ 433
Electric power steering system ................................ 434
Key reminder ......................... 451
Master warning...................... 435
Seat belt reminder ................. 435
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system .......... 434
Brake assist system .............. 434
Brake system ........................ 433
Charging system .... ............... 434
Electric power steering system ................................ 434
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 434
Low brake fluid ...................... 433
Low fuel level ........................ 435
Low tire inflation pressure ..... 435
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 434
Master warning light .............. 435 Pretensioners ........................ 434
Seat belt reminder light ......... 435
Slip indicator light .................. 434
SRS airbag system ............... 434
Tire pressure ......................... 435
Tire pressure warning
system ................................ 435
Warning messages
Back door .............................. 446
Cruise control ........................ 445
EV drive mode ...................... 446
Hybrid system ....................... 444
Hybrid system overheat ........ 446
Maintenance ......................... 446
Moon roof .............................. 446
N position .............................. 446
Open door ............................. 446
P position .............................. 446
Parking brake ........................ 446
Smart key system ......... 445, 451
Traction battery ..................... 446
Washer Checking ............................... 376
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 230
Switch ........................... 208, 212
Washing and waxing ............... 344
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 224
Load limits ............................. 229
Weight ................................... 492
Wheels ...................................... 394
Window lock switch................... 98V
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