2013 TOYOTA PRIUS C engine coolant

444 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the vehicle immediately.The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
Warning messageDetails
Indicates a malfunction in the hybrid system
A buzzer sounds in accordance with the warning
message that is displayed.
Indicates that the high engine coolant tempera-
ture is too high
Indicates abnormal engine oil pressure
A buzzer also sounds.
The warning message is shown if the engine oil
pressure is too low.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Start the hybrid system and check for the multi-information
display.
If the message does not disappear:
Stop the hybrid system and c ontact your Toyota dealer.
If the message is not displayed: Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
●If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, caus-
ing serious injuries such as burns.
● Check that on the multi-information display and the “READY” indi-
cator are off.
● On hybrid vehicles, the gasoline engine may automatically start, or the
cooling fan may suddenly operate even if the gasoline engine stops. Do
not touch or approach rotating parts such as the fan, which may lead to fin-
gers or clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) getting caught,
resulting in serious injury.
● Do not loosen the radiator cap while the hybrid system and radiator are
hot.
Serious injuries, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam
released under pressure.
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486 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
NOTICE
■When adding engine/power control unit coolant
Wait until the hybrid system has cooled down before adding engine/power
control unit coolant.
When adding coolant, do so slowly. Adding cool coolant to a hot hybrid sys-
tem too quickly can cause damage to the hybrid system.
■ To prevent damage to the cooling system
Observe the following precautions:
●Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust
etc.).
● When using coolant additives, use genuine Toyota products or equivalent.

496 6-1. Specifications
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allowscold 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 label:
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval
Committee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help
you select the oil you should use.
Cooling system
Capacity Gasoline engine
Power control unit 5.6 qt. (5.3 L, 4.7 Imp. qt.)
1.7 qt. (1.6 L, 1.4 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type Use either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• A similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite,
and non-borate coolant with long-life
hybrid organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.

512 6-1. Specifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressure The maximum cold inflated
pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, s hown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of hybrid
transmission, power steering, power brakes,
power windows, power seats, radio and heater,
to the extent that these items are available as
factory-installed equipment (whether installed
or not)
Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant
weight 150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second co
lumn of Table 1* that
follows
Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1* below

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Alphabetical index
Doors
Back door ............................... 71
Door lock .................... 47, 61, 65
Door windows ......................... 98
Rear door child protector ........ 67
Side doors .............................. 65
Side mirrors ............................ 96
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ........................................ 435
Driving Break-in tips ......................... 149
Correct posture..................... 113
Procedures ........................... 148
Winter driving tips ................. 230
Eco drive mode ....................... 174
Electric power steering........... 219
Electronic key If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 475
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 426
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds ............................... 433
If a warning light turns on .............................. 433
If a warning message is
displayed ............................ 443
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 475
If the hybrid system will not start .............................. 471
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 473
If the vehicle becomes stuck................................... 487
If the vehicle 12-volt battery is discharged .......... 477 If you have a flat tire .............459
If you lose your keys .............474
If you think something is
wrong ..................................432
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ..........................488
If your vehicle needs to
be towed .............................427
If your vehicle overheats .......482
Engine
Compartment ........................366
Engine switch ................158, 162
Hood......................................362
How to start the hybrid system ........................158, 162
Identification number .............493
If the hybrid system will
not start ...............................471
Ignition switch................158, 162
Overheating...........................482
“POWER” switch ...................162
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................496
Checking ...............................371
Preparing and checking before winter .......................231
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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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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 459If you have a flat tire
The hybrid system does not start
P. 471If the hybrid system will not start
P. 1 1 0Immobilizer system
P. 477If the vehicle 12-volt battery is dis-
charged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 473If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The engine coolant temperature
warning light flashes or comes on
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 482If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 474If you lose your keys
The 12-volt battery runs outP. 477If the vehicle 12-volt battery is dis-
charged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 6 5Side doors
P. 7 1Back door
The vehicle is stuck in
mud or sandP. 487If the vehicle becomes stuck
A warning light or indicator light
comes onP. 433If a warning light turns on or a
warning buzzer sounds