2014 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID oil type

464 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47856U_(U)
Flat dipstickLow
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may dif-
fer depending on the type of vehi-
cle or engine.
Non-flat dipstickLow
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may dif-
fer depending on the type of vehi-
cle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
■ 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.STEP 6

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47856U_(U)
4
Maintenance and care
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. 619
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

676 Alphabetical index
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47856U_(U)
EngineAccessory mode.................... 242
Compartment ........................ 462
Hood...................................... 445
How to start the hybrid system ................................ 240
Identification number ............. 615
If the hybrid system will not start ..................................... 591
Ignition switch........................ 240
Overheating........................... 603
“POWER” switch ................... 240
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 621
Checking ............................... 467
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 351
Engine/power control
unit coolantCapacity ................................ 621
Checking ............................... 467
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 351
Engine oil Capacity ................................ 618
Checking ............................... 463
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 351
Enhanced VSC ......................... 330
EPS ............................................ 330
EV driving ratio indicator ........ 273
EV driving range ................58, 270
Event data recorder ...................25
EV/HV mode selection switch .......................................37 Floor mats ................................ 403
Fluid
Brake..................................... 623
Washer.................................. 472
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 510
Switch ................................... 300
Wattage................................. 624
Foot lights ................................ 384
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 510
Switch ................................... 300
Wattage................................. 624
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 201
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 539
Front seats
Adjustment ............................ 150
Front side marker light Replacing light bulbs ............. 510
Wattage................................. 624
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 510
Switch ................................... 256
Wattage................................. 624
Fuel Capacity ................................ 617
Fuel gauge ............................ 259
Information ............................ 625
Refueling ............................... 178
Type ...................................... 625
Fuel door .................................. 178
Fuel filler door .......................... 178
Fuses ........................................ 498F

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PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47856U_(U)GAS STATION INFORMATION
Fuel filler door
P. 178Auxiliary catch lever P. 4 4 5
Fuel filler door opener P. 178Tire inflation pressureP. 623Hood lock release lever P. 445
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)10.6 gal. (40 L, 8.8 Imp.gal.)
Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only P. 617
Cold tire inflation
pressure P. 6 2 3
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 8