2015 TOYOTA PRIUS C fuel type

4939-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changingthe engine oil. Warm up the engine and turn off the hybrid system, wait
more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the dipstick.
■
Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy
the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice
for good fuel economy and
good starting in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available,
SAE 5W-20 oil may be used.
However, it must be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Type Nickel-metal hydride battery
Voltage7.2 V/module
Capacity 6.5 Ah (3HR)
Quantity20 modules
Overall voltage 144 V
Lubrication system
Oil capacity (Drain and
refill reference
*)
With filter
Without filter 3.9 qt. (3.7 L, 3.3 Imp. qt.)
3.6 qt. (3.4 L, 3.0 Imp. qt.)
Outside temperature

5019-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used, the engine will be
damaged.
● Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic
converters causing the emission control system to malfunction.
● Do not use gasohol other than the type previously stated.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance
problems.
● Using unleaded gasoline with an octane number or rating lower than the
level previously stated will cause persistent heavy knocking.
At worst, this will lead to engine damage.
■ Fuel-related poor driveability
If poor driveability is encountered after us ing a different type of fuel (poor
hot starting, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.), discontinue the use of that
type of fuel.
■ When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle's paint.

545Alphabetical index
PRIUS c_U (OM52E68U)
Floor mat .................................... 24
FluidBrake .................................... 496
Washer ................................. 393
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 427
Switch ................................... 205
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs............. 427
Switch ................................... 205
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 50
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light................. 443
Front seats Adjustment ............................ 145
Front side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 422
Switch ................................... 201
Wattage ................................ 498
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs............. 424
Switch ................................... 199
Wattage ................................ 498
Fuel Capacity ................................ 492
Fuel gauge .............................. 91
Information ............................ 499
Refueling............................... 214
Type .............................. 214, 492
Fuel door .................................. 214
Fuel filler door.......................... 214
Fuses ........................................ 416
Gauges ....................................... 91
Glove box ................................. 353 Hazard lights
Switch ................................... 430
Head restraints Adjusting .............................. 150
Headlights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 427
Switch ................................... 201
Heaters Seat heaters ......................... 348
Side mirrors .......................... 342
Hill-start assist control ........... 232
Hood ......................................... 382
Horn .......................................... 153
Hybrid system
Emergency shut off system .... 77
Energy monitor/consumption screen ........... 107
High voltage components ....... 76
Hybrid system indicator ........ 102
“POWER” switch................... 186
Vehicle Proximity Notification System .............. 72
I/M test ...................................... 378
Identification Engine .................................. 492
Tire ....................................... 502
Vehicle .................................. 491
Ignition switch ................. 182, 186
Illuminated entry system ........ 351
Immobilizer system ................... 82
Indicator lights........................... 86
Initialization Items to initialize ................... 519
Inside rear view mirror ............ 155
Interior lights Switch ................................... 350
Wattage ................................ 498
iPod........................................... 272
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverFuel filler door
P. 382 P. 214
Hood lock release
leverFuel filler
door openerTire inflation pressure
P. 382 P. 214P. 4 9 7
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)9.5 gal. (36 L, 7.9 Imp. gal.)
Fuel type
P. 214, 492
Cold tire inflation
pressure P. 4 9 7
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill —
reference) P. 493
Engine oil type
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
P. 493