Toyota Yaris 2014, Manual

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as that
already in the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
Engine oil selection
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P. 346
Oil quantity
(Low
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Full)
1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 lmp.qt.)
Item Clean funnel
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Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the follow-
ing situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
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When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle
or after replacing the engine
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If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
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When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, when towing,
or when driving while accelerating or decelerating frequently
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When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
thorough heavy traffic