Where is the oil filter located on a Prius?
The round black plastic oil filter cap is located just behind the oil pan closer to the passenger (right) side of the vehicle. The oil filter cap faces towards the driver side of the car.
How often should you change the oil on a 2010 Prius?
10,000 miles
For example, the 2010 Toyota Prius has a recommended oil interval of one year or 10,000 miles — whichever comes first.
How do you change the oil in a Toyota Prius?
For most Toyotas, you can wrap an old belt around the oil filter and unscrew it by hand. If you can’t do this, see our parts page to find a Toyota Prius oil filter wrench. If your Prius is too low to the ground to access your drain plug and oil filter, be sure to use jack stands and safe jacking procedures before getting under your Prius.
Where is the drain plug on a Toyota Prius?
If your Prius has a plastic lower engine cover (also known as a skid plate), remove the push pin clips with a flathead screwdriver or small pick to let the cover swing open, revealing the drain plug and oil filter housing. The drain plug is located on the back of the oil pan and takes a 14mm socket or wrench.
How do you change the oil in a Toyota RAV4?
Replace the paper filter cartridge and the large o-ring at the base of the filter cap threads. Take a bead of fresh oil on your finger and apply it to the large o-ring. Tighten the oil filter on by hand and get it firmly snug. You can then use the oil filter wrench to make sure it is snug, but be very careful not to over-tighten the housing.
How do you change the oil in a Toyota Sienna?
Take a bead of fresh oil on your finger and apply it to the large o-ring. Tighten the oil filter on by hand and get it firmly snug. You can then use the oil filter wrench to make sure it is snug, but be very careful not to over-tighten the housing. You do not need to put any oil in the filter housing before putting it back on.