2015 TOYOTA PRIUS V low oil pressure

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872. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle’s
systems.
Warning lights
*1
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning
light ( P. 488)*1
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light
(P. 489)
*1
(Canada)
(Red)
Brake system warning
light ( P. 488)
*1
(Canada)
ABS warning light
(P. 489)
*1
(Yellow)
Brake system warning
light ( P. 488)*1Electric power steering
system warning light
(P. 489)
*1Charging system
warning light ( P. 488)*1, 2
(If equipped)
PCS warning light
(P. 489)
*1
(If equipped)
Low engine oil pressure
warning light ( P. 488)*1Slip indicator light
(P. 490)
*1
(If equipped)
Hybrid system warning
light ( P. 488)*1High coolant
temperature warning
light (P. 491)
*1
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator
lamp ( P. 489)*1
(If equipped)
Parking lock system
warning light ( P. 490)
*1
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator
lamp ( P. 489)
(If equipped)
Parking lock system
warning message
(P. 490)
*1SRS warning light
(P. 489)*1
(If equipped)
LED headlight warning
light ( P. 490)

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7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
●Working from top to bottom, liber ally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt
and dust.
● Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thoroughly
with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the wate rproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.
■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors and remove the antenna before washing the vehicle. Start
washing from the front of the vehicle. Make sure to re-install the antenna
and extend the mirrors before driving.
● Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface and
harm your vehicle’s paint.
● Roof antenna and rear spoiler may not be washable in some automatic car
washes. There may also be an increased risk of damage to vehicle.
■ High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of
the windows.
● Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is
closed properly.
■ Note for a smart key system
If the door handle becomes wet while the electronic key is within the ef\
fective
range, the door may unlock and lock repeatedly. Place the key in a position
6 ft. (2 m) or more separate from the vehicle while the vehicle is being
washed. (Take care to ensure that the key is not stolen.)
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in
prime condition:

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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Do-it-yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the
correct procedure as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
12-volt battery
condition
( P. 437)•Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level
( P. 432)
• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine/power
control unit cool-
ant level
( P. 429)
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high
quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate coolant with long-
life hybrid organic acid technology
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
55% coolant and 45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level
( P. 425)
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( P. 461)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs
( P. 464)
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as origi-
nal
• Phillips-head screwdriver• Flathead screwdriver
• Wrench
Radiator and con-
denser ( P. 431)
Tire inflation
pressure
( P. 450)
• Tire pressure gauge• Compressed air source

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8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning
buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light and warning buzzer (red
indicator)
*1
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehi-
cle may be dangerous.
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released, the system is operating normally.
Brake system warning light (yellow indicator)
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The regenerative brake system; or
• The electronically controlled brake system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
(If equipped)
Low engine oil pressure warning light
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
(If equipped)
Hybrid system warning light (warning buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in the hybrid system
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.

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When trouble arises
Indicates an engine oil pressure malfunction A buzzer also sounds.
 Immediately contact your Toyota dealer.
Indicates that the hybrid system has overheated
This message may be displayed when driving
under severe operating conditions, and the out-
put of the hybrid system may temporarily
decrease in order to protect the system. (For
example, when driving up a long steep hill or
driving up a steep hill in reverse.)
A buzzer also sounds.
 Stop and check. ( P. 541)
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the Automatic High
Beam
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
Indicates that the insufficient 12-volt battery
charge
A few seconds
* after the message disap-
pears: Maintain the hybrid system opera-
tion state for approximately 15 minutes or
more to recharge the 12-volt battery.
 If the message does not disappear: Start
the hybrid system by following the “If the
12-volt battery is discharged” procedure
(P. 536).
*: This is displayed for about 6 seconds.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)

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5679-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sureTire pressure when the vehicle has been parked
for three hours or more, or has not been driven
more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the
tire
Recommended inflation
pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of automatic
transmission, power steering, power brakes,
power windows, power seats, radio and heater,
to the extent that these items are available as
factory-installed equipment (whether installed or
not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air con-
ditioning and additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight
150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
* that
follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
* below

616Alphabetical index
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TRAC (Traction Control)Function ................................ 244
VSC OFF switch ................... 246
Trip information ......................... 94
Trip meters ................................. 92
Troubleshooting ...................... 598
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs..... 473, 474
Turn signal lever ................... 185
Wattage ................................ 558
USB memory ............................ 301
USB port ................................... 271
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 383
Wattage ................................ 558
Vanity mirrors .......................... 383
Vanity lights .......................... 383
Vehicle data recordings ............ 10
Vehicle identification number ................................... 551
Vehicle proximity notification system ................. 74
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) ...................................... 244
Voice command system.......... 356 Microphone ........................... 322
Switches ............................... 335
VSC (Vehicle Stabilit y Control) .... 244 Warning buzzers
Approach warning................. 217
Brake system ....... ................. 488
Downshifting ......................... 181
Driver’s seat belt reminder.... 492
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder ...................... 492
Lane departure ..................... 226
Open door............................. 491
Pre-collision warning ............ 251
Radar cruise control ............. 217
Seat belt reminder ................ 492
Warning lights ABS ...................................... 489
Automatic headlight
leveling system................... 491
Brake system ....... ................. 488
Charging system................... 488
Cruise control ....................... 491
Driver’s seat belt reminder ............................. 492
Electronic engine control system .......... ...................... 489
Electric power steering ......... 489
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder ...................... 492
Go to service ........................ 494
High coolant temperature ..... 491
Hybrid system ...... ................. 488
LED headlight ....................... 490
Low engine oil pressure........ 488
Low fuel level ........................ 492
Low hybrid battery
(traction battery) ................. 491
Maintenance required reminder ............................. 492
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 489
Master warning light ............. 492
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