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Washer fluid
( P. 435)• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for win-
ter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)
WARNING
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury, observe the following precautions.
■When working on the engine compartment
● Make sure that the indicator on the power switch and the “READY” indica-
tor are both off.
● Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, power control unit, radiator, exhaust
manifold, etc. right after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids
may also be hot.
● Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the
engine compartment.
● Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel. Fuel fumes
are flammable.
■ When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the power switch is off.
With the power switch in ON mode, t he electric cooling fans may automati-
cally start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature
is high. ( P. 431)
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc.
from getting in your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air.
ItemsParts and tools
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WARNING
■Used engine oil
● Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care
should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used
engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
● Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground. Call your Toyota dealer, service station or auto parts store for
information concerning recycling or disposal.
● Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■ When replacing the engine oil
● Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
● Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
● Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
● Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.
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5539-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*: 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.
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Ty p eNickel-Metal hydride battery
Voltage7.2 V/module
Capacity6.5 Ah (3HR)
Quantity28 modules
Overall voltage201.6 V
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill —
reference
*)
With filter
Without filter4.4 qt. (4.2 L, 3.7 Imp.qt.)
4.1 qt. (3.9 L, 3.4 Imp.qt.)
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MaintenanceDo-it-yourself maintenance ... 417
General maintenance ........... 413
Maintenance data ................. 550
Maintenance requirements ... 411
Malfunction indicator lamp ..... 489
Meter Indicators ................................ 86
Instrument panel light
control................................... 94
Meters ..................................... 91
Multi-information display ....... 100
Warning lights ....................... 488
Warning messages ............... 501
Micro dust and pollen filter..... 364
Microphone .............................. 322
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror .......... 148
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ........................... 364
Outside rear view mirrors...... 150
Vanity mirrors........................ 383
MP3 disc ................................... 290
Multi-information display
Drive information................... 102
Dynamic radar cruise control................................. 212
Energy monitor ..................... 102
Language .............................. 573
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ................................... 225
Warning messages ............... 501 Navigation system*
Noise from under vehicle ........... 8
Odometer ................................... 92
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 553
Opener
Fuel filler door ....................... 206
Hood ..................................... 419
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 150
Adjustment............................ 150
Folding .................................. 150
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ........................... 364
Outside temperature display.................................... 367
Overhead console ................... 378
Overheating ............................. 541
Overheating, Engine ............... 541
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverFuel filler door
P. 419 P. 206
Hood lock release leverFuel filler door openerTire inflation pressure
P. 419 P. 206P. 557
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)11.9 gal. (45 L, 9.9 Imp.gal.)
Fuel type
Unleaded gasoline only P. 552
Cold tire inflation
pressure P. 5 5 7
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill —
reference)With filter
Without filter4.4 qt. (4.2 L, 3.7 Imp.qt.)
4.1 qt. (3.9 L, 3.4 Imp.qt.)
Engine oil type “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
P. 553