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Gen III W/Fumoto valve?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by Jensent, Aug 16, 2009.

  1. Jensent

    Jensent Junior Member

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    Has anyone installed a Fumoto or Quick oil drain valve on a 2010 GEN III? I am concerned about clearance for the valve between the engine crankcase, and the cover that is under the engine. Did you use the valve w/the nipple for attaching a drain tube ?
    I dont want to over fill. How much fresh oil did you actually use including the filter change?
    Thanks
    Tom
     
    #1 Jensent, Aug 16, 2009
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    Help! Is there no one who knows if the Fumoto (quick oil drain valve) will clear the cover under the engine?
    Thanks
    Tom
     
    #2 Jensent, Aug 17, 2009
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    I just installed Fumoto F013N. It worked fine but you can still feel the tip of the nipple touching the undercover.
    At next oil change I will tighten the valve so that it won't touch the cover anymore.
     
    #3 Blue Sunfish, Jan 19, 2010
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    The specifications say 4.4 quarts but I think some stays in the engine so it actually would take about 4.3. I don't like it overfilled so I probably end up putting in about 4.2. Best way I have found is put in 4 quarts, start it and let it run for a min or so, then add a little more being careful to stop when it's a 1/4 inch or so below the full mark.
     
    #4 tumbleweed, Jan 19, 2010
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