TOYOTA IQ 2012 Owners Manual

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iQ_WE_74014EBack-up lights/rear fog light, tail/stop lights and rear turn sig-
nal lights
Open the back door and remove
the cover.
Use a flathead screwdriver which
is wrapped with a cloth.
Turn the bulb bases counter-
clockwise.
Tail/stop light
Rear turn signal light
Back-up light or rear fog light
Remove the light bulb.
Tail/stop light
Rear turn signal light
Back-up light or rear fog light
When installing, reverse the steps listed.

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iQ_WE_74014ELicense plate lights
Disengage the claws.
Use a flathead screwdriver which
is wrapped with a cloth.
Remove the license plate light.
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Remove the light bulb.

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iQ_WE_74014EWhen installing, reverse the steps listed.
Replacing the following bulbs
If any of the lights listed below has burned out, have it replaced by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
Side turn signal lights
High mounted stoplight
When replacing the headlights
When installing a cover.
Right side headlight: Be sure to install the washer inlet properly.
Left side headlight: Be sure to install the fuse cover properly.
Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does
not indicate a malfunction. Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer,
or another duly qualified and equipped professional for more information in
the following situations:
Large drops of water are built up on the inside of the lens.
Water has built up inside the headlight.
Fix the harness using the projection point
on the cover. Harness
Projection
point

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LED light bulbs
The high mounted stoplight consist of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs
burn out, take your vehicle to any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional to have the light replaced.
CAUTION
Replacing light bulbs
Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after
turning off the lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is
unavoidable to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth
to avoid getting moisture and oils on the bulb.
Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.
Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
To prevent damage or fire
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.

5When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 386
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ..................... 388
If you think something
is wrong .......................... 395
Fuel pump shut off
system ............................ 3965-2. Steps to take
in an emergency
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... ......................... 397
If you have a flat tire ......... 405
If the engine will
not start........................... 423
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P
(vehicles with
a Multidrive) .................... 425
If you lose your keys ......... 426
If the electronic key does
not operate properly
(vehicles with smart
entry & start system)....... 427
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ...................... 430
If your vehicle
overheats ........................ 435
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ............................... 438
If your vehicle has
to be stopped
in an emergency ............. 440

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Emergency flashers
Use the emergency flashers if the vehicle malfunctions or is
involved in an accident.
Vehicles with manual air conditioning system
Press the switch to flash all
the turn signal lights. To turn
them off, press the switch
once again.

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NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the emergency flashers on longer than necessary when the
engine is not running.
Vehicles with automatic air conditioning system
Press the switch to flash all
the turn signal lights. To turn
them off, press the switch
once again.

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If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional, before towing.
The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional, such as or a commercial towing service,
using a lift-type truck or a flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
If towing from the front, the vehicle’s rear wheels and axles must be
in good condition. (P. 392)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

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Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency
towing eyelet. This should only be attempted on hard, surfaced roads
for short distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
Towing eyelet
Emergency towing procedure
Start the engine.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system:
If the engine cannot be started, turn the engine switch to the ACC
or ON position.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system:
If the engine cannot be started, press the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch to change to the ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
Put the shift lever in N.
Release the parking brake.

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Installing towing eyelet
Remove the eyelet cover using a
flathead screwdriver.
To protect the bodywork, place a
rag between the screwdriver and
the vehicle body, as shown in the
illustration.
CAUTION
Caution while towing
Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive
stress on the emergency towing eyelet and the cables or chains. Always
be cautious of the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
NOTICE
To prevent serious damage to the transmission
(vehicles with a Multidrive)
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground.
This may cause serious damage to the transmission.
When towing a vehicle without using a towing dolly
(vehicles with a manual transmission)
Vehicles without smart entry & start system:
Do not tow the vehicle with the key removed or in the LOCK position.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system:
Do not tow the vehicle with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.