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Recently purchased 02 prius, oil change??

Discussion in 'Generation 1 Prius Discussion' started by xtremebowhunter, Jan 29, 2012.

  1. xtremebowhunter

    xtremebowhunter New Member

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    I recently purchased a 02 Prius. I do all my oil changing. I know it takes 3.9 Qt of 5w 30 oil. My question is how often should it be changed? I usually change my vehicles every 3000, but the owner's manual doesn't state how often. Thanks
     
    #1 xtremebowhunter, Jan 29, 2012
  2. 3prongpaul

    3prongpaul Hybrid Shop Owner, worked on 100's of Prius's

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    I use Mobile1 and go 7500 to 10,000 between changes. The Atkinson cycle engine doesn't work as hard as a normal car so synthetic oil lasts a long time.

    It's very important not to overfill the Prius engine oil above the fill line. Put in 3.6Q, then check level on a flat surface (like a gas station pad). Manually top up if necessary.

    Even if you only change your oil once a year, you should still check it every 3rd or 4th time you buy gas....keep on eye on the level / dirtiness.
     
    #2 3prongpaul, Jan 30, 2012
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