Checking Brake Fluid - Toyota 2001 Prius Owner's Manual

CAUTION
To prevent burning yourself, do not
remove the radiator cap when the en-
gine is hot.
Coolant type selection
Use of improper coolants may damage
your cooling system. Your coolant must
contain ethylene–glycol type coolant for a
proper corrosion protection of your hybrid
system that contains aluminum compo-
nents. Use "TOYOTA Long Life Coolant"
or equivalent.
In addition to preventing freezing and sub-
sequent damage to the hybrid system, this
type of coolant will also prevent corrosion.
Further supplemental inhibitors or additives
are neither needed nor recommended.
Read the coolant container for information
on freeze protection. Follow the manufac-
turer's directions for how much to mix
with plain water (preferably demineralized
water of distilled water). The total capacity
of the cooling system is given on page
234 in Section 9.
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We recommend to use 50% solution for
your Toyota, to provide protection down to
about –35 C (–31 F). When it is extremely
cold, to provide protection down to about
–50 C (–58 F), 60% solution is recom-
mended. Do not use more than 70% solu-
tion for better coolant performance.
NOTICE
Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or
plain water alone.

Checking brake fluid

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To check the fluid level, simply look at
the see–through reservoir. The level
should be between the "MAX"
"MIN" lines on the reservoir.
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go
down slightly as the brake pads wear or
when the fluid level in the accumulator is
high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refueling,
it may indicate a serious mechanical prob-
lem.
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