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MAINTENANCE
Oil Changes
Oil
Refer to the "Increasing MPG
"section.
5,000 Miles
or
6 Months
5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first.
Having the engine shut off frequently and not using it as the sole propulsion source will allow oil to
last longer than in traditional vehicles. It simply isn't exposed to the strenuous engine conditions
found with. Nonetheless, it is still important to routinely change the oil & oil-filter.
Reminder Light
After 4,500 miles (7,250 km), an indicator light will flash for 12 seconds after starting, then it will
turn off.
After 5,000 miles (8,000 km), an indicator light will flash for 12 seconds after starting, then it will
change to a steady glow and remain on.
If you change the oil (and filter) yourself, here's how to reset the light so it will stay off until the
next change is interval has expired:
1) With the power on, switch to the odometer/trip-meter to display "ODO".
2) Power OFF (push the "Power" button).
3) Power ON, while holding the button for "ODO".
4) Wait for the reminder light to stop flashing, then release.
While the reset is taking place, you'll see the odometer value change to 5 dashes. Then
each will be disappear, one at a time from the left. When finished, 7 zeroes will briefly
appear, indicating the process is complete before the previous odometer mileage returns.
Illustrated Detail
Oil Filter
Toyota Part: 90915
-
YZZF2
or: 90915
-
YZZA2
Plug Gasket Toyota Part: 90430
-
12028
http://john1701a.com/prius/prius_oil-change.htm
That link above is for a document with many photos,
which provides details about the oil-change process
for a Prius. Download a copy to see the underneath
of the vehicle along with the components involved
and the supplies you'll need to perform an oil-change
yourself.
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Last Updated: 9/01/2007