SERVICE INTERVALS
Note. Limited information is available for Prius (hybrid vehicle) maintenance. See dealer for detailed information.
CHECKING FLUID LEVELS
Note. When checking fluid level for the transmission, if vehicle has been operating in heavy traffic, towing a trailer or at high speeds in hot weather, wait 30 minutes before checking fluid level.
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS
| Application | Fluid Type |
|---|---|
| All Models | SAE 75-90 APL GL-5 Gear Oil |
DIFFERENTIAL FLUID TYPE
| Application | Fluid Type |
|---|---|
| Camry, Camry Solara, Celica, ECHO, Highlander, Prius & RAV4 (1) | Type T Or T-IV ATF |
| All Others | Dexron-II Or Dexron-III ATF |
| (1) RAV4 EV uses Dexron-III ATF | |
| (1) | RAV4 EV uses Dexron-III ATF |
TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION FLUID TYPE
DRAINING & REFILLING
| CAUTION | A large amount of material debris including steel (magnetic) and non-magnetic (brass, aluminum or clutch fiber particles) may indicate excessive transmission wear or damage. Check the magnet in the oil pan for steel particles which indicate bearing, plate or hardware damage. |
| CAUTION | When working with FIPG sealing material, you must observe the following: Using a razor blade and gasket scraper, remove all FIPG sealing material from the gasket surfaces. Thoroughly clean all components to remove all loose material. Clean both sealing surfaces with a non-residue solvent. Apply FIPG in an approximately 0.04" (1 mm) wide bead along the sealing surface. Parts must be assembled within 10 minutes of application. Otherwise, the FIPG sealing material must be removed and reapplied. |
Note. Always warm transmission/transaxle to operating temperature of 158-176°F (70-80°C) prior to draining and refilling.
Note. When removing transmission/transaxle oil pan and filter, note bolt size and length for reassembly reference.