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6-1. Specifications
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows
cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier
starting of the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when
the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a
higher value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high
speeds, or under extreme load conditions.
How to read oil container labels:
Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers
to help you select the proper oil you should use.
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PRIUS PHV_OM_OM47831E_(EE)
API Service Symbol
Top portion: The oil quality desig-
nation by API (American Petro-
leum Institute) (SN)
Center portion: The SAE viscosity
grade (SAE 0W-20)
Lower portion:
"Resource-conserving"
that the oil has fuel saving and
environmental protection capabili-
ties.
ILSAC Certification Mark
The ILSAC (International Lubri-
cant
Standardization
Approval Committee) certification
Mark is displayed on the front of
the container.
means
and
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