2015 TOYOTA PRIUS V fuel type

17Pictorial index
PRIUS v_OM_OM47887U_(U)Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 200
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 261
Fuel filler door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 205
Refueling method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 205
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 552
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 441
Tire size/inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 557
Winter tires/tire chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 261
Checking/rotation/tire pressure warning system . . . . . . . . . P. 441
Coping with flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 518
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 419
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 419
Engine compartment cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 424
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 553
Coping with overheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 541
Headlights/parking lights/
daytime running lights
*/
side marker lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 187
Fog lights
* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 198
Turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 185
Stop/tail lights
Hill-start assist control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 245
License plate lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 187
Back-up lights
Shifting the shift lever to R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 179
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Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P. 464, Watts: P. 558)
*: If equipped
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1574-1. Before driving
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Driving
Firmly set the parking brake with the brake pedal depressed, and
then shift the shift position to D.
Release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.
■ When starting off on a uphill
The hill-start assist control will activate. ( P. 245)
■ For fuel-efficient driving
Keep in mind that hybrid vehicles are similar to conventional vehicles, and it
is necessary to refrain from activities such as sudden acceleration. ( P. 258)
■ Driving in the rain
●Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the win-
dows may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.
● Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be espe-
cially slippery.
● Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain,
because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road sur-
face, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.
■ Breaking in your new Toyota
To extend the life of the vehicle, observing the following precautions is recom-
mended:
●For the first 200 miles (300 km):
Avoid sudden stops.
● For the first 1000 miles (1600 km):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
• Avoid sudden acceleration.
• Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.
■ Drum-in-disc type parking brake system
Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system. This type of brake
system needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodically or whenever the
parking brake shoes and/or drum are replaced. Have your Toyota dealer per-
form the bedding down operation.
■ Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability
of the correct fuel. ( P. 552)
Starting off on a uphill
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4-4. Refueling
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Driving
Opening the fuel tank cap
●Close all the doors and windows, and turn the power switch off.
● Confirm the type of fuel.
■Fuel types
Unleaded gasoline (Octane rating 87 [Research Octane Number 91] or
higher)
Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap.
Before refueling the vehicle
WARNING
■When refueling the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle. Failure to do
so may result in death or serious injury.
● After exiting the vehicle and before opening the fuel door, touch an
unpainted metal surface to discharge any static electricity. It is important to
discharge static electricity before refueling because sparks resulting from
static electricity can cause fuel vapors to ignite while refueling.
● Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it.
A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened.
Wait until the sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap. In hot
weather, pressurized fuel may spray out of the filler neck and cause injury.
● Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their
body to come close to an open fuel tank.
● Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled.
● Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.
● Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically
charged.
This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible ignition
hazard.

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the hybrid system will not star t
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The electronic key may not be functioning properly.
* ( P. 534)
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ( P. 79)
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system.
* ( P. 8 2 )
● There may be a malfunction in the shift control system.
*
(  P. 175, 490, 503)
● The hybrid system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical prob-
lem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. How-
ever, depending on the type of malfunction, an interim measure is
available to start the hybrid system. ( P. 533)
*: It may not be possible to shift the shift position other than P.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 536)
● The 12-volt battery terminal con nections may be loose or corroded.
(  P. 437)
Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on
the situation. Check the follo wing and perform the appropriate
procedure:
The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed. ( P. 172)
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.

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9-1. Specifications
■Engine number
The engine number is stamped
on the engine block as shown.
Engine
Model1.8 L 4-cylinder (2ZR-FXE)
Ty p e4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.17  3.48 in. (80.5  88.3 mm)
Displacement109.7 cu.in. (1798 cm3)
Valve clearanceAutomatic adjustment
Fuel
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Octane Rating87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)11.9 gal. (45 L, 9.9 Imp.gal.)
Electric motor (traction motor)
Ty p ePermanent magnet motor
Maximum output60 kW
Maximum torque153 ft•lbf (207 N•m, 21.1 kgf•m)

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9-1. Specifications
■Recommendation of the use of cleaner burning gasoline
Cleaner burning gasoline, including reformulated gasoline that contains oxy-
genates such as ethanol or MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) is available in
many areas.
Toyota recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline and appropriately
blended reformulated gasoline. These types of gasoline provide excellent
vehicle performance, reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.
■ Non-recommendation of the use of blended gasoline
●If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure that it has an octane rating no
lower than 87.
● Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.
■ Non-recommendation of the use of gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane enhancing additive called MMT
(Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel
containing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely
affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If this
happens, contact your Toyota dealer for service. ●Use only gasoline containing up to 15%
ethanol.
DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline
that could contain more than 15% etha-
nol, including from any pump labeled
E30, E50, E85 (which are only some
examples of fuel containing more than
15% ethanol).
DO NOT use gasoline
containing more than
15% ethanol.
(30% ethanol)
(50% ethanol)
(85% ethanol)

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5619-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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 using 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.

607Alphabetical index
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Flat tire...................................... 518
Floor mats .................................. 28
FluidBrake .................................... 556
Transmission ........................ 556
Washer ................................. 435
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs............. 471
Switch ................................... 198
Wattage ................................ 558
Footwell lights ......................... 371
Front doors .............................. 120
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs............. 471
Switch ................................... 198
Wattage ................................ 558
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 52
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ................. 492
Front seats ............................... 137 Adjustment ............................ 137
Cleaning................................ 408
Correct driving posture ........... 30
Head restraints ..................... 144
Seat heaters ......................... 370
Front side marker lights
Light switch ........................... 187
Replacing light bulbs............. 470
Wattage ................................ 558
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs............. 473
Turn signal lever ................... 185
Wattage ................................ 558 Fuel
Capacity................................ 552
Fuel gauge.............................. 92
Gas station information......... 620
Information............................ 559
Refueling .............................. 205
Type...................................... 552
Warning light......................... 492
Fuel filler door ......................... 205
Fuses ........................................ 461
Gas station information .......... 620
Garage door opener ................ 389
Gauges ....................................... 91
Glove box ................................. 375
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ............... 321
Head restraints ........................ 144
Headlights ................................ 187 Automatic headlight
leveling ............................... 190
Automatic High Beam system .......... ...................... 192
Light switch ........................... 187
Replacing light bulbs
........................... 466, 467, 476
Wattage ................................ 558
Heaters Automatic air conditioning system .......... ...................... 362
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 364
Seat heaters ......................... 370
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