2013 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID oil type

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47787U_(U)
4
Maintenance and care
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.

462 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47787U_(U)
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
Engine oil selectionP. 6 1 5
Oil quantity
(Low  Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp.qt.)
Items Clean funnel
■ Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the follow-
ing situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
● When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle
or after replacing the engine
● If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
● When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, or when driving
while accelerating or decelerating frequently
● When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
through heavy traffic
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

672 Alphabetical index
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47787U_(U)
EngineAccessory mode.................... 240
Compartment ........................459
Hood......................................442
How to start the hybrid system ................................238
Identification number ............. 611
If the hybrid system will not start .....................................588
Ignition switch........................238
Overheating...........................600
“POWER” switch ...................238
Engine coolant Capacity ................................617
Checking ............................... 464
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 349
Engine/power control
unit coolant Capacity ................................617
Checking ............................... 464
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 349
Engine oil Capacity ................................614
Checking ............................... 460
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 349
Enhanced VSC .........................328
EPS ............................................ 328
EV driving ratio indicator ........ 271
EV driving range ................58, 268
Event data recorder ...................25
EV/HV mode selection switch .......................................37 Floor mats ................................ 401
Fluid
Brake..................................... 619
Washer.................................. 469
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 507
Switch ................................... 298
Wattage................................. 620
Foot lights ................................ 382
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 507
Switch ................................... 298
Wattage................................. 620
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 198
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 537
Front seats
Adjustment ............................ 146
Front side marker light Replacing light bulbs ............. 507
Wattage................................. 620
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 507
Switch ................................... 254
Wattage................................. 620
Fuel Capacity ................................ 613
Fuel gauge ............................ 257
Information ............................ 621
Refueling ............................... 174
Type ...................................... 621
Fuel door .................................. 174
Fuel filler door .......................... 174
Fuses ........................................ 495F

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PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47787U_(U)GAS STATION INFORMATION
Fuel filler door
P. 174Auxiliary catch lever P. 4 4 2
Fuel filler door opener P. 174Tire inflation pressureP. 619Hood lock release lever P. 442
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)10.6 gal. (40 L, 8.8 Imp.gal.)
Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only P. 613
Cold tire inflation
pressure P. 6 1 9
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill

reference) qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
With filter 4.4 (4.2, 3.7)
Without filter 4.1 (3.9, 3.4)
Engine oil type Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
P. 6 1 4