My 2010 Prius now has 382,000 miles on it! What a car. It's never had anything major go wrong with it (so far) just the usual stuff: tires, brakes, shocks, bulbs. I did also change all 4 coils and spark plugs a few years ago. And I also replaced the blower motor and the "clock spring" electrical contact for the steering wheel some time ago. All these repairs are easy. Just watch the KZread video FIRST.

@NutzAboutBolts

Жыл бұрын

Nice! It at 252k and still haven’t done the shocks or steering wheel. This car will run forever lol

@seekluv

Жыл бұрын

Make sure you catalytic converter shield as these parts are getting stolen and are very expensive to replace. Only takes less than 5 minutes to steal

@younessabou9481

Жыл бұрын

For me I have a noise coming from the fan as your experience is it the battery or only the fan

@jethrodelrosario8578

Жыл бұрын

How often did you change the prius batter?

@rodneybrocke

Жыл бұрын

@@jethrodelrosario8578 Never. When I bought it, it had 242,000 miles on it and now it's over 383,000. The battery has not been replaced under my watch.

Your videos are a gold mine for us gen3 prius owners. I'll be doing all the maintenance I can myself to try and save some money. Much appreciated!

@NutzAboutBolts

8 жыл бұрын

no problem, glad we could help :)

@igorrosales1799

3 жыл бұрын

how much money do you save if you do the oil change yourself?

@billweir1745

2 жыл бұрын

@@igorrosales1799 Basically the cost of whatever labor they would charge. I'm looking at my recent service, and the cost of oil and filter was $32, then another $32 for labor.

Thanks so much for this video! I am a female and I was tire of spending money for an oil change at the shop. Plus now since I am the one changing the oil I feel much better knowing that is being done properly/ new filter etc. Much love!

@NutzAboutBolts

6 жыл бұрын

nice work! you'll enjoy doing the Prius maintenance, its so easy to do them all.

@marcgabrieI

5 жыл бұрын

Changing oil at the shop shouldn’t be expensive. It should cost about however much you’re paying for the oil itself and the filter

@alaind831

4 жыл бұрын

@@marcgabrieI you kidding right ? like the shop doesn't have any labor and major markup ??? prev owner paid $80-90 at fast oil change place (much cheaper than dealer I'm sure) and the parts cost me

@fixingtogofishing

4 жыл бұрын

Alain Dumesny Yep it’s about $80 at the dealership. $40 if I do it myself

@alaind831

4 жыл бұрын

@@fixingtogofishing yep, just did my first one (160k car) for $22 for oil (5qt 0-20w full synthetic good brand) + $5 K&H filter on amazon. Harder than doing my BMW (same tight space but filter at bottom and metal drain that was over tighten instead of plastic with o-ring barely tight at 8nm). Will go faster next time...

I am a Toyota tech and a quick tip after taking the 3 clips off you pull the skid plate all the way back and you can clip it with one off the clips you took off so it can hold in place and be out off your way and for the guy that said that they tighten down his filter with a gun I hardly thought they did that we will get in trouble for doing that but trust me I run into filters being to tight everyday they just tend to tight up because the gasket gets stuck with the heat you can tap the metal part with a hammer and use a torque wrench it should come off easy hope it helps !

@NutzAboutBolts

9 жыл бұрын

Sergio Buenrostro thanks!

@justinbrown7945

7 жыл бұрын

My 2011 Prius with 130xxx miles started consuming oil more than a quart every 1000 miles and only gets 30 avg mpg. Is this car worth saving? I am going to pull it apart to access the spark plugs and do a compression test, and I know that is easy, but I am thinking that the cost to replace, just for labor, is going to be a downer.

@Senorlatulla

6 жыл бұрын

Hey guys so every 10000 miles is definitely when you change your oil?

@samio1221

6 жыл бұрын

hell no. that's what dealers tell you so that you over use your oil and slowly add un-needed wear/tear to your vehicle. Even on FULL SYNTHETIC oil, every tech will recommend going no more than 5-6000 miles or 6 months between oil changes.

@dudleyfuddpucker7017

6 жыл бұрын

No, 10k is what Toyota tells you. Dealers tell you to change it more often so you pay for unnecessary oil and filters. With new synthetics and engine tolerances the 5-6k intervals is a holdover from 30 years ago. Many cars run 14-15k now and have shown an aggregate zero issues as a result.

The proper torque spec for the oil plug is 27lbs not 21, and for those that want to know the torque spec for the oil filter cap is 18.

@photolunatic4552

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I take that the numbers you provided are in foot-pounds [ft.-lb.] right?

@ThreeDogsTwoCatsAndAWife

4 жыл бұрын

Ready One yup. It’s in the video.

@gasolinaquema8416

4 жыл бұрын

It’s funny because i swear the dealership does 180lbs on the oil filter cap

@njsongwriter

3 жыл бұрын

@@gasolinaquema8416 Dealerships evidently don't train their lube techs.

@willgo5620

2 жыл бұрын

@@gasolinaquema8416 my oil filter cap is stuck and broke the tool from the weld.

The reset procedure was the mystery to me, thanks for adding that in!

@NutzAboutBolts

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped

Just want to say thanks for all of the expertise in the video and comments. Got the oil changed today and it felt good to know it was done right

@NutzAboutBolts

2 жыл бұрын

Nice work 👍🏼

Ahh thank you for this video. I drive for work and am tired of spending almost 100 each oil change so frequently. I use to change the oil in my 90's Camry and just assumed the prius would be complicated. You made it look fairly simple. 👍

@JorgeFabrizio

Жыл бұрын

you gotta help me out. where are you Prius owners going that it costs 100 to change the oil? Edit: that's way too much.

@keremkoknar3332

Жыл бұрын

@@JorgeFabriziovalvoline

@ericnelson7320

Жыл бұрын

Here in the Los Angeles area, that's a pretty good price.

@askeramota

Жыл бұрын

@@JorgeFabrizioit’s because you use 0w-20 (synthetic). Non synthetic is less. But the Toyota dealership just charged around $90 for the last oil change and wanted me to take their “deal” of prepaying for 5 oil/filter changes for $350 ($70 each change). You can get 5 quarts of synthetic for $24 and the filter for $8 and gasket for $1. So for $33 you can do what the dealership charges around $90.

@JorgeFabrizio

Жыл бұрын

@@askeramota oh wow I just realized how my comment can read that way. I've been doing my own oil changes for years. I was asking the question because it's more than twice what I pay to do it myself while buying fancy pants synthetic and the higher rated filters.

I just did my oil change with the maintenence light reset, Thanks again for your videos.I looked like a bad ass around the neighbors who saw me working on my Prius,since they think this cars are too expensive to maintain.

@NutzAboutBolts

8 жыл бұрын

+L' Karlos LOL! your neighbors will think you're a maniac once you start replacing the spark plugs. :)

@kjhgfdsd76654

5 жыл бұрын

@iTheGeek Cheap? THis is a Prius, not a Yaris.

Great video. Thanks for the help with this stuff. Someone else commented on keeping your key fob away from the vehicle while working on it. I agree. Saw a video from a guy who caused himself major problems and extra expense while doing a brake job on his Prius, so I'm assuming that's good practice no matter what service you're performing. Never would've thought of that!

@RisingTidesAtlas

3 жыл бұрын

why?

@jacksonharrison6624

2 жыл бұрын

@@RisingTidesAtlas just the brakes. The key fob being brought near the vehicle activates the brakes so that the car is stabilized when you are entering. A best practice is to unplug the small battery to totally avoid it

@AK-jt9gx

11 ай бұрын

@@jacksonharrison6624do you know how close the key fob needs to be to the vehicle for this to happen?

My very first prius your video was short and detailed that i was to do my very first oil change just by following your steps. Thanks alot you personally save me lots of money.

@NutzAboutBolts

9 жыл бұрын

Kayonna McMillian np! glad it helped you.

I agree.. best oil change video ever... great production values and the information is so valuable!

Every time I change the oil I come to see this one. Never fail me. 10/10 quality vid💅

@NutzAboutBolts

3 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Great video! Excellent job. Very easy and straight to the point.

@NutzAboutBolts

Жыл бұрын

Thanks

A very high quality video! I found this very useful, I'm sending my friend who owns a Prius this link too! Thanks for taking the time to make this.

@NutzAboutBolts

7 жыл бұрын

thank you!

thanks for the video, but 2 things - 1 you can hear the dry (non lubed) oring gasket squeeking and grinding as you tighten. put some fresh oil on it - it will tighten more smoothly and will allow the gasket to seat better. it will also be easier to remove. it's not a "preference" it's the correct way to do it. also 2 - hand tightening technically does not use a tool. it would be called tool tightening if that was the case.

@Dr.Stacker

Жыл бұрын

Chill bro If you were the go to person for oil changes you wouldn’t be spending time here watching basic videos

@caseykittel

Жыл бұрын

@@Dr.Stacker okay. I’ll work on that.

Thank you. Think I'm going to start doing these myself as my dealer botched it, and something this simple botched made for a dry oil free engine, extremely displeased. I'll surely be using your other videos as well, as needed, much obliged.

@NutzAboutBolts

7 жыл бұрын

no problem, the Prius is easy to work on.

@dufung3980

7 жыл бұрын

Got my (10)90430-12031 plug gaskets, (3) 04152-YZZA6 Oil filters/Orings on order, oil as well. Thanks for the help, I'll be changing next week when it all arrives.

@NutzAboutBolts

7 жыл бұрын

glad we could help :) my vehicle has 140k miles, and I've been doing all of the maintenance in the videos I posted and the Prius has been running fine. You'll save a lot of money on labor by doing it yourself.

@dufung3980

7 жыл бұрын

That and I get the piece of mind in knowing it's done right. Thanks

Definitely get the Prius specific oil filter wrench!!!!

Thanks for the video, never changed my wife's oil in the Prius yet but now I know what I'm looking for.

Great video. Very informative and understanding. A can-do attitude and save $$$ than paying someone to do it.

Thanks for sharing the video! I feel much better about the color of the old oil that came out of my Prius.

This is the BEST oil change video, the angels are perfect and its so well made! Good Job!

@NutzAboutBolts

8 жыл бұрын

thanks! :)

@dufung3980

7 жыл бұрын

I agree.

@alaind831

4 жыл бұрын

@Ready One at the beginning, then at 8:06 again. but for me I needed a tad more than 4 quarts (probably 4 liters) but car was angled so who knows...

Thanks for this. Changing the oil on my girlfriend's Prius this weekend. I own a bunch of classic Toyotas and it's definitely a lot more advanced lol.

@NutzAboutBolts

8 жыл бұрын

+masonf18 lol. You will love the Prius, it saves on gas like no other, and the maintenance on these car's are so easy that you'll be saving ton's of $$$.

@BPoweredLove

6 жыл бұрын

masonf18 What you got? Like an old Cressida or something? I have a 1996 Toyota Celsior. 😊

@fluxypoo

5 жыл бұрын

Changing the oil on my 88 toyota supra was almost identical. Lol

@MasonFPS

2 жыл бұрын

@@BPoweredLove just saw these comments LOL I have a few MK1 MR2s and a Celica Supra race car.

But thank you for the video! It was very clear and direct and easy to follow. I just need to get the tools and figure out how to raise my car up because I don't own a good jack or ramps.

Good job, I would personally let it drain a little more and also let it drain as I removed the oil filter. Just to get as much of that old oil out.

@NutzAboutBolts

9 жыл бұрын

Johnny Ochoa true, but this was just a demonstration video. But to each their own :)

@flyingchicken33

9 жыл бұрын

Yeah mind as well keep draining the engine oil while the oil filter is being changed.

@artwonnowtra1987

6 жыл бұрын

Instructional video is to show exactly the right way he just giving you advice as you are for us, you probably meant it’s not old oil you where changing or maybe going to put it back in the same

@MrMe-qu4gw

6 жыл бұрын

What i do is let it drain until its dripping slowly, then screw the plug back in but dont tighten it, then replace the filter, then go back to the oil plug and un screw it and it will have a nice stream of oil coming out, let it drain out to a drip then tighten the plug

@illduitmyself

5 жыл бұрын

you mean a customers car.....................

Great video, but there is small retaining clip/fastener for the oil cap. I did my first oil change, and the cap was over tightened by repair shop and very hard to remove, and almost ruined the cap. The o-ring of the filter has fixed compression seal because it is located on the side of the cap. Slowly Hand tight the cap until the lip of cap met the metal then set the right position and instal the small retaing clip.

Just got me a Prius Dawg, thanks for the good info

NOTE , if you have a 2013 prius , the listed oil wrench will not work , you will need to get an oil more like the one in this video that does not have the extra ring . You'll need one that is 65mm 14 flutes . Everything else in the video is great.

This is always my reference video! What mileage does everyone change their oil at? Since I’m at over 150k miles, I’ve started changing at 8k miles, checking oil level at every fill up. Once I get past 5k, it’s usually an oil guzzler.

"Hand tighten" means exactly the same thing as "tighten by hand" and both expressions mean to tighten something with ONLY your hand, i.e., without the use of a tool. What you were trying to say was, "Do not overtighten."

Great video, very thorough, thanks! Gonna attempt this soon!

@NutzAboutBolts

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Great video! Thanks so much! How in the world did you know that insane sequence to re-set the maintenance screen? I've been driving around with that warning on for a year! Much appreciated!

@berean77

2 жыл бұрын

The procedure to reset the maintenance required notice is in your owners manual. For the 2012 Prius, it's on page 403.

Wow, you make it seem so easy! I’m definitely willing to try and do this myself. I have a couple questions: 1. Can this be done on an inclined or must the be on a leveled surface? 2. Where is the old oil taken? 3. Where can I buy the adapter to remove the cap where the oil filter goes. Thank you.

@NutzAboutBolts

5 ай бұрын

Yes you can do it on ramps, that’s what I use. Old oil taken to auto store to get dump, such as oreilly, or Autozone. You can buy the adapter at the link in the description, at the autostore, or at the dealership.

Thank you for sharing the video....Very clear instructions. Take care

Couple of questions: Is drain plug size 14mm? Is the giant socket for removing the filter housing is the same size as Camry’s 2017? Also oil change intervals are the same as regular cars, 3-5k miles? Thanks to anyone who answers

Great video and thank you for all the amazon links

@NutzAboutBolts

4 жыл бұрын

Brian Bel glad we could help 👍🏼

Thanks for this video. I can't get the oil filter cap off my 2012 V. First oil change since I bought it a few months ago. Some idiot I guess. I've got a wrench on the end of my socket wrench and still not coming off. Insane. Hopefully I'll get past this part and get my new oil in!!

@NutzAboutBolts

4 жыл бұрын

Watchandjewelryloft use a breaker bar

@daveclark8337

Жыл бұрын

Which is why it's always a good idea to loosen the filter FIRST before draining all the oil out. That way you can still drive the car until you get a proper solution (better wrench or take it to a shop).

Thanks for your videos) just did my transmission oil with your help)

You don't have to change the washer on the oil drain bolt every time you changes the oil. You could use it 4-6 times before getting new washer.

@NutzAboutBolts

7 жыл бұрын

I just change it depends on the type. Nylon gasket I change it every time, copper and aluminum I change it every 3 times. If you feel comfortable changing it 4-6 times, that's fine too. Just make sure there's no leak when doing an oil change.

@flyboyutahfoy8896

5 жыл бұрын

Wouldn't it be smart to leave the access cover open, then after adding the oil, start the engine while you can still look under the car to leak check it.? Otherwise you're never really sure if it's leaking or not.

I wish u and i can proove my dad, (since i use use my dad's car), that this whole thing is so easy to do actually, and that u dont even have to rely on toyota dealership, which waste of money.

Really good video, but I don't think "hand tighten" means tighten with a wrench.

@anthonyclayton243

7 жыл бұрын

lol when I first saw your comment I thought, omg whatever. Then when I saw him tighten the oil filter with a wrench I must say i agree hahahahahaa

@NutzAboutBolts

7 жыл бұрын

sorry, hand tighten with the wrench :)

@mattbaker833

7 жыл бұрын

I agree. "Hand Tighten" is not an acceptable description for fasteners or filters. A torque or specific degrees of turn after contact should be used. My Hand tighten is going to be nowhere close to another person's hand tighten. The videos would be MUCH more helpful if the manufacturer's spec (for each year) were added.

@rickt2419

7 жыл бұрын

Fully agreed. Drain plug torque to 40-Nm while the Filter canister is 25-Nm. Definitely Not hand tightable..

@hybridsnowleopard

6 жыл бұрын

Hand tighten lol.

Hi thanks for. Your time to show how to do this job That's. Especial toll to take off the oil filter ???

Great video Draining longer better Changing oil when lite turns on is best always Showing where exactly the seal was and where you place it is ideal ... thanks for your sharing

What about the o-ri g for the filter? Does that come in the box with the filter?

@NutzAboutBolts

Ай бұрын

Yes the o-ring comes with the filter

Easy enough, not sure why anyone would thumbs down this video

Hey, thanks for the brilliant and very informative video Do you have a video on how to change the fuel filter ? For the same vehicle

@SvenTSchixe

3 жыл бұрын

Hey bud, That should be built into the fuel pump in the gas tank, essentially it would be lifetime as far as I understand, most vehicles have moved that way. Take care

@pppyyy4829

2 жыл бұрын

Great video, how do you take off the oil filter pin.

A really great video! Most videos I get annoyed at because of too much self-adoration. Thank you, going out to change the oil on my 2010 Prius!

@NutzAboutBolts

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks! :)

My understanding is that it's supposed to take 4.4 quarts

Great video with great stuff, two thumbs up!!!

@NutzAboutBolts

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

thanks for the easy to follow video, much appreciated.

@NutzAboutBolts

6 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

I got a 2015 Prius Three and I noticed that the two small clips were missing, so I guess that the mechanics at the dealership were too lazy to put those back on... Also, the clip that was on there decided to break while I was trying to put it back on, so I'm just using a zip tie to hold it up there.

@sanitycruzer

3 жыл бұрын

You can buy replacement clips in bulk from Amazon or an automotive supply store. They're inexpensive and there's also a removal tool they might include in your purchase (at least at Amazon).

Pleiocen Eukaryote - Your 2012 shouldn't be any different from our 2011 Toyota Prius. The recommended oil change interval per Toyota is every 10k miles. As for the oil maintenance light, there is a setting that you can change it to turn on every 5k, 10k, or even longer. As per the factory, it should've turned on after 5k unless someone changed the settings. The Prius was driven for 10k before I changed it with that color. Did you bought your car brand new or was this pre-owned? when did you changed your oil? Thanks for the compliments :)

@mgiaca

9 жыл бұрын

where can I buy the special tool remove the filter cover

@NutzAboutBolts

9 жыл бұрын

you can buy it at either toyota or honda, they both sale the tool for it. You can also buy it on amazon or ebay. Make sure the diameter is 64mm. Good luck.

@charliemartin576

9 жыл бұрын

Mike Giacalone car quest

@JulioLopez-yy7pv

9 жыл бұрын

NutzAboutBolts Hello there. Thanks for the video. I drive a 2012 Prius and for some reason I cannot get rid of the "Maintenance Required" light. I tried your instructions and a few others. When I turn the car back on, the whole Welcome to Prius intro comes up on the screen and the reset never happens. Any advice would help. Thank you.

@NutzAboutBolts

9 жыл бұрын

Julio Lopez Make sure the odometer reads on "Trip A" then have the engine turned off. Then hold the kph and press the power button twice and it should reset the maintenance light...

Awesome video, thank you for the detailed clip, so helpful

@Engineere-Abshir

5 жыл бұрын

He is misleading. Dont trust KZread videos of his.

So this will be a good way to do it on ramps for just two wheels? Does the angle of the car not cause some old oil to stay inside?

@NutzAboutBolts

Ай бұрын

No, it’s the right angle

Thank you

Thank you I just ordered some of your suggestions off your Amazon link

@NutzAboutBolts

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@brandiemichelle2858

Жыл бұрын

@@NutzAboutBolts there are wrenches that are half the price is there a reason why you recommend the one you do? $12 vs $22

@NutzAboutBolts

Жыл бұрын

@@brandiemichelle2858 it’s mostly brand name tools. I used to buy snap-on but they were expensive, then I bought matcotools, the more affordable expensive brand name end. Now a days I go with lowes brand kobalt, or craftsman’s. Gearwrench is a nice brand too. It’s all personal preference, but also, I’ve used some tools that break over time such as ratchets from Autozone… 😅 they were a different brand though, which I don’t recommend.

@brandiemichelle2858

Жыл бұрын

@@NutzAboutBolts thank you!

Very useful the video!!, please let me know how often I can change, the oil and air filter. Thanks!!

@NutzAboutBolts

8 жыл бұрын

10k miles.

@ryanagostinelli3950

4 жыл бұрын

@@NutzAboutBolts , I'd love to get your opinion about this... I've heard both sides to going 10 k vs 3-4k. Any opinions? It seems like the car itself is set for 3-4k with reminders?

Hei, please help! My Prius (3. Gen) does not have km/mh button and I am wondering how to reset Maintenance Data. I tried to find the option through Navigation screen/Set Up and it is not there.. Possible that some Priuses just does not have Reset Maintenance Data System?

Just what I’m looking for, thanks 🙏

Thanks but my oil filter is just not coming off. Wondering what to do now.

After how many miles do you need to do this oil change? Is this an engine oil change?

Is it ok to drain it on ramps? Or should it be level? I been putting 5 quarts in. Thanks for sharing, very well explained. Thank you. But the ramps?

@NutzAboutBolts

8 ай бұрын

It’s ok on ramps, that’s what I use.

@freeshipping9643

8 ай бұрын

@@NutzAboutBolts 🙏 thanks...how close did it come to 5 quarts? I read a lot that it takes 4.4 but to never put 5?

@NutzAboutBolts

8 ай бұрын

@@freeshipping9643 I put in 4.4 quarts, after 5k miles or so, it’ll burn a bit of oil and you just need to top off. I think I might’ve put 5 quarts before but I don’t remember on top of my head.

Thank u!!! I’m getting ready to do this myself!

@NutzAboutBolts

2 жыл бұрын

You got this! 👍🏼

THE ENGINE LOOKS SO CLEAN FOR 2011 PRIUS

@NutzAboutBolts

7 жыл бұрын

of course :) we do everything ourselves.

This is not the same for a 2013 Prius Persona. There is not a little door that comes down like you show. On the Persona, there are six 10mm bolts that need to be removed in order to remove the plastic cover before gaining access to the oil pan and filter.

@raagtop363

11 ай бұрын

Prius Persona? I've been driving Toyota cars since 1988 and never heard of a Persona. I have a 2012 Prius 3 and they were just named 2, 3, 4,& 5. Sounds like I should be getting with the program!

Great and helpful video. That tool you used to open the valve to replace the filter, does the Prius have that, or do you have to buy it separately?

@NutzAboutBolts

Жыл бұрын

You’ll have to buy the oil filter cap separately. They usually sell it on Amazon or any auto stores.

You saved me 100 dollars brother!

Thanks for the instructions. The first amazon link for the 3/8 isn’t working. Could add a link to the screw driver also. Also, is the torque wrench needed?

@NutzAboutBolts

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I've updated the links for the 3/8 ratchet and added the flat head screw driver. Torque wrench is not needed unless you're not confident in your hand tightening.

Is this the same procedure on a Toyota auris 2012 hybrid??? Thanks

I am looking for an oil filter wrench *exactly* like the one you have. The link doesn't seem to match the wrench in the video. I have one like the one in the link but it seems too tall and gets caught on the little clip towards the left in the video.

Hey, thanks a million for the information on how to turn the maintenance light off and what kind of oil to use. I'm driving a borrowed car. Couldn't find this info anywhere.

@NutzAboutBolts

8 жыл бұрын

+elsa Grace you welcome, I'm glad you found our video :)

Can I unscrew the oil filter with my hands or will it be to tight?

Is there a tool to put back the black plastic screws? I want to change the oil myself but, just pulling those plastic screws was a total pain. I pull one out, and could not put it back in. My 2012 prius plastic cover plate looks different. Any input will be greatly appreciated.

*you got to LOVE TOYOTA!!! LEGEND!*

Thanks dude you made it easy to work on my 2012 Pruis, Thanks

@NutzAboutBolts

4 жыл бұрын

jazz2309 castell it’s actually pretty easy 😃

NutzAboutBolts What size is the first gasket replaced? you mention the size of the gasket (and part number) for the oil filter o-ring, but do not mention the size for the gasket on the drain. Thanks for your help super informative!

@NutzAboutBolts

9 жыл бұрын

Grayson Mical its a 14mm size gasket, I believe its M12 at the automotive store if you buy it.

Right on Man! Excellent video, thanks!

With all the room available where the oil filter pulls out, has anyone tried using a larger capacity plastic oil filter housing and filter from a different Toyota, I was able to do this on the 2nd Gen Prius (spin on canister type) but wondered if it was also possible on the 3rd gen. Great video BTW!

@njsongwriter

4 жыл бұрын

That is not possible.

Great video man! Thank you for this!

@NutzAboutBolts

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was useful. 👍🏼

Great video as usual. You provide a great service to all. Question... do you buy all your oil change products from the Toyota dealer? How much does the filter with gasket, and oil cost from the dealer? My Prius is still under warranty, wondering also if I change the oil will it affect my remaining warranty? Thanks.

@NutzAboutBolts

8 жыл бұрын

+tbr187 I think I bought the oil and filter for around 25$? not too sure since I don't have my receipt. Not sure about the warranty part.

hi nutsforboltz...great vid....thank u.....is this the same with 2014?

@NutzAboutBolts

7 жыл бұрын

should be.

I noticed you changed the gasket on the filter housing but didn't put a part for it on the description... where can we get these gaskets?

@NutzAboutBolts

7 жыл бұрын

it should come with the filter...

Does this video have relevance to 2013 TOYOTA PRIUS C 2?

Excellent video man, thanks!

I think the Prius takes 4.4 quarts of oil. But great video, thanks so much!

@NutzAboutBolts

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, if you want to top it off. I put 4 quarts and it’s at the mid range of the dip stick.

The oil filter wrench that you linked (but didn't use in your video) DOES NOT WORK!!!!! Its too wide and interferes with the housing next to the oil filter ☹️☹️☹️

@NutzAboutBolts

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry about that… try the one I just updated. The one I use in the video was from Marco tools and they don’t sell that outdated oil filter wrench. There should be one online that should work with the oil filter housing or the dealership has it too.

I want to change the "oil pad" that is clipped on the plastic undercarriage, do you guys know where can I find it online?

why do you reset the maintenance light?

@NutzAboutBolts

3 жыл бұрын

Don’t like seeing it lol

That plastic skid plate for the oil drain annoyed the crap out of me, so I cut it off with a cut off wheel

WHy do you have to give it new gaskets to?

You lift a lot of dirty oil in the car. It was still pouring out when you put the screw back on. :(

Is there a aluminum housing instead of a plastic?

Steve disser - I agree on when performing brake job to not have your key fob near you or else you will accidentally activate the brake system.

@redwhiteblue7831

8 жыл бұрын

who ever changed the oil last has over tighten the filter housing and it is breaking in pieces... any suggestions

@NutzAboutBolts

8 жыл бұрын

RedWhite&Blue 78 have you tried using the 64mm oil filter housing socket?

@redwhiteblue7831

8 жыл бұрын

+NutzAboutBolts... yes I bought one used a ratchet, and it stripped out... then I used a wrench on it, and it stripped out the inside... The plastic on the filter housing started breaking in pieces... I tried channel locks, strap wrench, and just about everything... then used a hole saw to cut out the center and had to break pieces... then I had to use a hacksaw blade and cut the threads of the filter housing without cutting into the threads of the motor. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN THIS FILTER HOUSING. I'll say the least... this oil change was the longest oil change I've ever done. it kicked my ass but I got it done. Car Max

@NutzAboutBolts

8 жыл бұрын

RedWhite&Blue 78 sounded like you went to battle there lol. Glad it got fix, I've never had that problem since I do all my oil changes. :)

@marshiedad

7 жыл бұрын

My Toyota dealer did a oil change and oil filter was on so tight I had to use a long breaker bar to loosen it. I bought a spare oil filter housing from ebay in advance in case I strip it and used a Motivx MX2321 filter wrench to remove it. The wrench is much better than cap type as it has notches where they grip on the base of the filter.

if i have a 2007 prius, theres probably nothing different than whats shown in this video right? everything should be the same? although '11 might be the next generation up

@NutzAboutBolts

8 жыл бұрын

nothing different, all the same.

@paulgoudfrooij6561

5 жыл бұрын

I think gen II Prius has a different filter type. Rest is the same.

Prius REQUIRES synthetic oil.

Does this work with 2015 TOYOTA PRIUS C ONE?

Great video. Why did you get a new gasket/washer (not for the oil filter but @ 2:18)? Is that a standard procedure or optional? Is that required for every oil change?

@NutzAboutBolts

9 жыл бұрын

petkab you can reuse the drain plug washer 3 times if its copper, or aluminum. The one that we used was nylon, which is a 1 time use because if you reuse it, it'll crack and starts leaking.

@tracesofplaces255

9 жыл бұрын

NutzAboutBolts Got it - thanks!

When you take your car to jiffy lube for example, do they change the gaskets? I doubt it, but I was just wondering.

@MiguelRPD

3 жыл бұрын

Assuming the employee cares.

I didn't see when you removed the metal pin in the oil filter.

@NutzAboutBolts

2 жыл бұрын

you mean the metal clip on the side of the oil filter housing? some models don't have them.

Do NOT slide the gasket on oily as shown in this video. There is a very common and known issue with these filter housings that when you screw the housing back in, the gasket can shift out of the groove and down to the end of the housing. It will seal for days, or maybe weeks, then pop out of place and you'll lose all your oil. It happened on mine about 1,000 miles after an oil change; I got the "Low Oil Pressure" warning while on the highway and when I pulled over there was no oil left in the engine! The mechanic I took it to has seen lots of these and he recommends wiping the threads on the filter housing bone dry, sliding the gasket on dry, then applying a little oil on the receiving threads in the block. That way the gasket "slides" against receiving threads but has friction against the housing as you screw it in. My mistake was oiling the gasket directly. Never caused a problem in over 80,000 miles, but this one time it shifted and was disastrous.

@NutzAboutBolts

6 жыл бұрын

Dudley Fuddpucker interesting situation, never happened to me before, but there will be a first for everything.

@dudleyfuddpucker7017

6 жыл бұрын

Never happened to me before either in 6+ years and 80,000 miles with this car, until one day it did.