Anyone know a Prius friendly oil change place in Weho area?

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(cheminee @ Oct 22 2007, 07:32 PM) [snapback]529032[/snapback]</div>

Not all of the warnings in those threads are true. Just let the shop know that you know the crankcase capacity is less than four quarts, and that you're fussy about that and want 5W-30, API SL or ILSAC GF-4, and you'll be fine. By the way, you'll see some folks claim that the Prius takes 3.7 quarts. It's 3.9. 3.7 is LITERS. When in doubt, read the instructions...

I drive any one of about twenty Prius vehicles regularly, and many of them are serviced by techs who unknowingly dump in four quarts. I don't see any effect on the fuel economy. Sure, when I do a service myself, I add the correct amount, but the problem is overstated. Early Gen I vehicles were more sensitive.

 

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(jk450 @ Oct 25 2007, 05:58 PM) [snapback]530128[/snapback]</div>

Yes those people who say 3.7 quarts are aware the recommended amount of oil after an oil and filter change is 3.9 quarts but by putting 3.7 quarts in the engine it puts the oil level within the accepted oil level, between the high and low mark on the dipstick and reduces the likelihood of the oil causing increased fuel consumption and sludge formation. You would know that if you read their posts. I agree with you that having the oil level at the full mark isn't likely to affect the fuel consumption but I have only had my prius a short time, how long have you had yours?

I don’t know how you can say that people’s experiences with dealers and other service providers are not all true unless you were there?