2015 TOYOTA PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID oil type

466 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A11U_(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_OM47A11U_(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. 623
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

680 Alphabetical index
PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A11U_(U)
EngineAccessory mode.................... 244
Compartment ........................ 464
Hood...................................... 448
How to start the hybrid system ................................ 242
Identification number ............. 620
If the hybrid system will not start ..................................... 596
Ignition switch........................ 242
Overheating........................... 607
“POWER” switch ................... 242
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 625
Checking ............................... 469
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 355
Engine/power control
unit coolantCapacity ................................ 625
Checking ............................... 469
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 355
Engine oil Capacity ................................ 622
Checking ............................... 465
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 355
Enhanced VSC ......................... 333
EPS ............................................ 333
EV driving ratio indicator ........ 276
EV driving range ................58, 273
Event data recorder ...................25
EV/HV mode selection switch .......................................37 Floor mats ................................ 407
Fluid
Brake..................................... 627
Washer.................................. 474
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 511
Switch ................................... 303
Wattage................................. 628
Foot lights ................................ 388
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 511
Switch ................................... 303
Wattage................................. 628
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 202
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 541
Front seats
Adjustment ............................ 150
Front side marker light Replacing light bulbs ............. 511
Wattage................................. 628
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 511
Switch ................................... 259
Wattage................................. 628
Fuel Capacity ................................ 621
Fuel gauge ............................ 262
Information ............................ 629
Refueling ............................... 178
Type ...................................... 629
Fuel door .................................. 178
Fuel filler door .......................... 178
Fuses ........................................ 499F

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PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47A11U_(U)GAS STATION INFORMATION
Fuel filler door
P. 178Auxiliary catch lever P. 4 4 8
Fuel filler door opener P. 178Tire inflation pressureP. 627Hood lock release lever P. 448
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)10.6 gal. (40 L, 8.8 Imp.gal.)
Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only P. 621
Cold tire inflation
pressure P. 6 2 7
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 2 2