TOYOTA 2013 Prius PHV User Manual

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47787U_(U)

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. 615

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

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