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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

PRIUS_U (OM47685U) DVD

Engine oil

With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.

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Checking the engine oil

Park the vehicle on level ground. After turning off the hybrid
system, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into
the bottom of the engine.

Hold a rag under the end and
pull the dipstick out.

Wipe the dipstick clean.

Reinsert the dipstick fully.

Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.

Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.

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Full

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