This article, is all about 2015 Toyota Prius Oil Light Reset which has to be done after every 5 thousand miles. The oil light also called “MAINT REQD” on some car make, is not a warning light, rather, it is a reminder.
The maintenance required or oil change light is a reminder to you, that it is due time for maintenance again and changing of oil. If you take your 2015 Toyota Prius to a quick LUB store they will reset the light for you after changing the oil but if they forget to, you will have to.
2015 Toyota Prius Oil Light Reset Steps
Ideally after traveling every 5000 miles, you need to perform an oil change (also called service) so the light comes on. Be sure to go through your car owner’s manual to be sure of what the light looks like on the dashboard.
- Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch once (do not start engine) or turn ignition key to run (one position before starting engine).
- Ensure Trip Metre A reading is shown. Turn the ignition off.
- While holding the MPH or KM/H button turn the ignition on (do not start engine).
- Continue to press and hold the button until the trip meter displays “000000” and the display indicates the reset is complete.
- Turn the ignition off and then start the engine to verify the indicator has been reset.
Please click Oil Reset to see the process for other car makes and model
Engine Type Oil Viscosity and Capacity
This is a tabular representation of 2015 Toyota Prius oil viscosity and capacity detailed information and it is important to know this as it will help in knowing the exact oil for your vehicle. This info. Comes in handy before and after 2015 Toyota Prius oil change reset.
| Vehicle Make, Model & Year | Engine | Capacity/Filter | Oil Change Intervals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prius (USA) (NHW20) (2004 – 2005) | 1NZ-FXE | 3.7 l 3.91 US Quarts / Filter: 0.3 l 0.32 US Quarts | 5 000 miles/ 6 months |
| Prius (CAN) (NHW20) (2004 – 2005) | 1NZ-FXE | 3.7 l 3.91 US Quarts / Filter: 0.3 l 0.32 US Quarts | 8 000 km / 6 months |
| Prius (USA) (NHW20) (2006 – 2009) | 1NZ-FXE | 3.7 l 3.91 US Quarts / Filter: 0.3 l 0.32 US Quarts | 5 000 miles/ 6 months |
| Prius (CAN) (NHW20) (2006 – 2009) | 1NZ-FXE | 3.7 l 3.91 US Quarts / Filter: 0.3 l 0.32 US Quarts | 8 000 km / 6 month |
Conclusion
This article is a very comprehensive guide about 2015 Toyota Prius Oil Change Light Reset, it also contains a tabular details about engine type, oil viscosity and capacity. Please do not forget to share this article using the share button below, who knows you might help someone who needs it.
All information provided on this page is for information purpose and it is basically a guide as to how to carry out the above subject matter. Due to the fact that there many variety of vehicle make and models, we strongly advise you to refer back to your car owners manual for the procedure if the one above is not working.
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