warning SUBARU SOLTERRA 2023 Owners Manual

5368-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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WARNING
●Connect the valve and hose
securely with the tire installed
on the vehicle.
If the hose is not properly con-
nected to the valve, air leakage
may occur as sealant may be
sprayed out.
●If the hose comes off the valve
while inflating the tire, there is a
risk that the hose will move
abruptly due to air pressure.
●After inflation of the tire has
completed, the sealant may
splatter when the hose is dis-
connected or some air is let out
of the tire.
●Follow the operation procedure
to repair the tire. If the proce-
dure is not followed, the sealant
may spray out.
●Keep back from the tire while it
is being repaired, as there is a
chance of it bursting while the
repair operation is being per-
formed. If you notice any cracks
or deformation of the tire, turn
off the compressor switch and
stop the repair operation imme-
diately.
●The repair kit may overheat if
operated for a long period of
time. Do not operate the com-
pressor continuously for more
than 40 minutes.
●Parts of the repair kit become
hot during operation. Be careful
handling the repair kit during
and after operation. Do not
touch the metal part connecting
the bottle and the compressor. It
will be extremely hot.
●Do not attach the vehicle speed
warning sticker to an area other
than the one indicated. If the
sticker is attached to an area
where an SRS airbag is located,
such as the pad of the steering
wheel, it may prevent the SRS
air bag from operating properly.
■Driving to spread the liquid
sealant evenly
Observe the following precautions
to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in a
loss of vehicle control and cause
death or serious injury.
●Drive the vehicle carefully at a
low speed. Be especially careful
when turning and cornering.
●If the vehicle does not drive
straight or you feel a pull
through the steering wheel, stop
the vehicle and check the fol-
lowing:
• Tire condition. The tire may have separated from the wheel.
• Tire inflation pressure. If the tire inflation pressure is 19 psi (130
kPa, 1.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar) or less,
the tire may be severely dam-
aged.
NOTICE
■When performing an emer-
gency repair
●Perform the emergency repair
without removing the nail or
screw that has punctured the
tread of the tire. If the object
that has punctur ed the tire is
removed, repair by the emer-
gency tire puncture repair kit
may not be possible.
●The repair kit is not waterproof.
Make sure that the repair kit is
not exposed to water, such as
when it is being used in the rain.

5378-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
One of the following may be the
cause of the problem:
 The charging cable may be
connected to the vehicle.
( P.102)
 The electronic key may not be
functioning properly.
*
( P.539)
 The traction battery may be
completely discharged.
Charge the traction battery.
( P.98)
 There may be a malfunction
in the immobilizer system.
*
( P.68)
 There may be a malfunction
in the shift control system.
*
( P.233, 525)
 The EV system may be mal-
functioning due to an electri-
cal problem such as
electronic key battery deple-
tion or a blown fuse. However,
NOTICE
●Do not put the repair kit directly
onto dusty ground such as sand
at the side of the road. If the
repair kit vacuums up dust, etc.,
a malfunction may occur.
●Make sure the sealant bottle of
the repair kit is in a vertical posi-
tion. The repair kit does not
operate properly when it is laid.
■Precautions for the emer-
gency tire puncture repair kit
●The repair kit power source
should be 12 V DC suitable for
vehicle use. Do not connect the
repair kit to any other source.
●Place the repair kit in a storage
to prevent it from being exposed
to dirt or water.
●Store the repair kit in the lug-
gage compartment out of reach
of children.
●Do not disassemble or modify
the repair kit. Do not subject
parts such as the air pressure
indicator to impacts. This may
cause a malfunction.
■To avoid damage to the tire
pressure warning valves and
transmitters
When a tire is repaired with liquid
sealants, the tire pressure warn-
ing valve and transmitter may not
operate properly. If a liquid seal-
ant is used, contact your Toyota
dealer or other qualified service
shop as soon as possible. After
use of liquid sealant, make sure to
replace the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter when repair-
ing or replacing the tire. ( P.476)
If the EV system will
not star t
Reasons for the EV system
not starting vary depending
on the situation. Check the
following and perform the
appropriate procedure:
The EV system will not
start even though the cor-
rect starting procedure is
being followed ( P.231)

5408-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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1Locks all the doors
2 Unlocks the door
Turning the key rearward unlocks
the driver’s door. Turning the key
once again within 5 seconds
unlocks the other doors.
■Key linked functions
1 Closes the windo ws (turn and
hold)
*
2 Opens the windows (turn and
hold)
*
*
: These settings must be custom- ized at your Toyota dealer.
1 Depress the brake pedal.
2 Touch the electronic key to
the power switch.
When the electronic key is
detected, a buzzer sounds and the
power switch will turn to ON.
When the smart key system is
deactivated in customization set-
ting, the power switch will turn to
ACC.
3Firmly depress the brake
pedal and check that is
displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display.
4 Press the power switch
shortly and firmly.
In the event that the EV system still
WARNING
■When using the mechanical
key and operating the power
windows
Operate the power window after
checking to make sure that there
is no possibility of any passenger
having any of their body parts
caught in the window. Also, do not
allow children to operate the
mechanical key. It is possible for
children and other passengers to
get caught in the power window.
Starting the EV system

5448-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Owners Manual_USA_M42C01_enmust be initialized. (
P.181)
■When replacing the 12-volt bat-
tery
●Use a 12-volt battery that con-
forms to European regulations.
●Use a 12-volt battery that the case
size is same as the previous one
(LN1), 20 hour rate capacity
(20HR) is equiva lent (45Ah) or
greater, and performance rating
(CCA) is equivalent (286A) or
greater.
• If the sizes differ, the 12-volt bat- tery cannot be properly secured.
• If an improper 12- volt battery is
used, battery performance may
decrease and the EV system may
not be able to restart.
• If the 20 hour rate capacity is low,
even if the time period where the
vehicle is not used is a short time,
the 12-volt battery may discharge
and EV system may not be able to
start.
For details, consult your Toyota
dealer.
WARNING
■When removing the 12-volt
battery terminals
Always remove the negative (-)
terminal first. If the positive (+) ter-
minal contacts any metal in the
surrounding area when the posi-
tive (+) terminal is removed, a
spark may occur, l eading to a fire
in addition to electrical shocks
and death or serious injury.
■Avoiding 12-volt battery fires
or explosions
Observe the following precautions
to prevent accidentally igniting the
flammable gas that may be emit-
ted from the 12-volt battery:
●Make sure each jumper cable is
connected to the correct termi-
nal and that it is not unintention-
ally in contact with any other
than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the other end of
the jumper cable connected to
the “+” terminal to come into
contact with any other parts or
metal surfaces in the area, such
as brackets or unpainted metal.
●Do not allow the + and - clamps
of the jumper cables to come
into contact with each other.
●Do not smoke, use matches,
cigarette lighter s or allow open
flame near the 1 2-volt battery.
■12-volt battery precautions
The 12-volt battery contains poi-
sonous and corrosive acidic elec-
trolyte, while related parts contain
lead and lead compounds.
Observe the following precautions
when handling the 12-volt battery:
●When working with the 12-volt
battery, always wear safety
glasses and take care not to
allow any battery fluids (acid) to
come into contact with skin,
clothing or the vehicle body.
●Do not lean over the 12-volt bat-
tery.
●In the event that battery fluid
(acid) comes into contact with
the skin or eyes, immediately
wash the affected area with
water and seek medical atten-
tion.
Place a wet sponge or cloth
over the affected area until
medical attention can be
received.
●Always wash your hands after
handling the 12-volt battery and
other battery-related parts.
●Do not allow children near the
12-volt battery.

5458-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises1 Stop the vehicle in a safe
place and turn off the air con-
ditioning system.
2 Leave the EV system operat-
ing and carefully lift the hood.
3 Check if the cooling fan is
operating.
If the fan is operating:
Wait until the “EV System
overheated Output power
reduced” message disap-
WARNING
■When replacing the 12-volt
battery
●When the vent plug is close to
the hold down cl amp, the bat-
tery fluid (acid) may leak.
●For information regarding bat-
tery replacement, contact your
Toyota dealer.
NOTICE
■When handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper
cables, ensure that they do not
become entangled in the cooling
fan.
If your vehicle over-
heats
When “EV System over-
heated Output power
reduced” is shown on the
multi-information display,
your vehicle may be over-
heating.
NOTICE
■Cooling system coolant
The radiator coolant is exclusive
for radiator usage. Damage may
occur when water or any other
type of coolant is used, so never
use any other fluid. When there is
no “Toyota Genuine Traction Bat-
tery Coolant”, immediately contact
your Toyota dealer.
Correction procedures

5468-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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pears and then stop the EV
system. If the message does
not disappear, call your Toy-
ota dealer.
If the fan is not operating:
Stop the EV system immedi-
ately and call your Toyota
dealer.
4 After the EV system has
cooled down, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radi-
ator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately cont act your Toyota
dealer.
5 The coolant level is satisfac-
tory if it is between the “MAX”
and “MIN” lines on the reser-
voir. Reservoir
“MAX” line
“MIN” line
6 If the coolant is insufficient,
replenish with “Toyota Genu-
ine Traction Battery Coolant”.
If you don’t have “Toyota Genuine
Traction Battery Coolant”, contact
your Toyota dealer.
1Remove the bolt.
2 Open the reservoir cap
Have the vehicle inspected at
the nearest your Toyota dealer.
WARNING
■To prevent an accident or
injury when inspecting under
the hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precau-
tions.
Failure to do so may result in seri-
ous injury such as burns.
●If steam is seen coming from
under the hood, do not open the
hood until the steam has sub-
sided. The motor compartment
may be very hot.

5478-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
1 Stop the EV system. Set the
parking brake and shift the
shift position to P.
2 Remove the mud, snow or
sand from around the stuck
tire.
3 Place wood, stones or some
other material under the front
wheels to help provide trac-
tion.
4 Restart the EV system
5 Shift the shift position to D or
R and release the parking
brake. Then, while exercising
caution, depress the acceler-
ator pedal.
■When it is difficult to free the
vehicle
Press to turn off TRAC.
(  P.388)
WARNING
●Keep hands and clothing (espe-
cially a tie, a scarf or a muffler)
away from the fan. Failure to do
so may cause the hands or
clothing to be caught, resulting
in serious injury.
●Do not loosen the coolant reser-
voir cap while the EV system
and radiator are hot. High tem-
perature steam or coolant could
spray out.
NOTICE
■When adding coolant
Add coolant slowly after the EV
system has cooled down suffi-
ciently. Adding cool coolant to a
hot EV system too quickly can
cause damage to the EV system.
■To prevent damage to the
cooling system
Observe the following precau-
tions:
●Avoid contaminating the coolant
with foreign matter (such as
sand or dust, etc.).
●Do not use water or any other
coolant when refilling coolant.
Also, do not use any additive
agents for the coolant.
If the vehicle becomes
stuck
Carry out the following pro-
cedures if the tires spin or
the vehicle becomes stuck
in mud, dirt or snow:
Recovering procedure

5488-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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WARNING
■When attempting to free a
stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle
back and forth to free it, make
sure the surrounding area is clear
to avoid striking other vehicles,
objects or people. The vehicle
may also lunge forward or lunge
back suddenly as it becomes free.
Use extreme caution.
■When shifting the shift posi-
tion
Be careful not to shift the shift
position with the accelerator pedal
depressed.
This may lead to unexpected
rapid acceleration of the vehicle
that may cause an accident
resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the trans-
mission and other compo-
nents
●Avoid spinning the tires and
depressing the accelerator
pedal more than necessary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck
even after these procedures are
performed, the vehicle may
require towing to be freed.

5559-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*2: Make sure to confirm that the brake system warning light (yell ow) does
not illuminate. (If th e brake system warning light illuminates, refer to
P.513)
Vehicles with 18-inch wheels
Vehicles with 20-inch wheels
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Tires and wheels
Tire size235/60R18 103V
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire infla-
tion pressure)
Front:
38 psi (260 kPa, 2.6 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear:
38 psi (260 kPa, 2.6 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size18 x 7 1/2J
Wheel bolt torque103 ft•lbf (140 N•m, 14.3 kgf•m)
Tire size235/50R20 100V
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire infla-
tion pressure)
Front:
38 psi (260 kPa, 2.6 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear:
38 psi (260 kPa, 2.6 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size20 x 7 1/2J
Wheel bolt torque103 ft•lbf (140 N•m, 14.3 kgf•m)

5599-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
tion on uniform tire quality grad-
ing.
Your Toyota dealer will help answer
any questions you may have as you
read this information.
■DOT quality grades
All passenger vehicle tires must
conform to Federal Safety
Requirements in addition to
these grades. Quality grades
can be found where applicable
on the tire sidewall between
tread shoulder and maximum
section width.
For example: Treadwear 200 Trac-
tion AA Temperature A
■Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a com-
parative rating based on the
wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a
specified government test
course.
For example, a tire graded 150
would wear one and a half (1 - 1/2)
times as well on the government
course as a tire graded 100.
The relative perfo rmance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions
of their use. Performance may differ
significantly from the norm due to
variations in driving habits, service
practices and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
■Traction AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from high-
est to lowest, are AA, A, B and
C, and they represent the tire’s
ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specified govern-
ment test surfaces of asphalt
and concrete.
A tire marked C may have poor
traction performance.
Warning: The traction grade
assigned to this tire is based on
braking (straight ahead) traction
tests and does not include corner-
ing (turning) traction.
■Temperature A, B, C
The temperature grades are A
(the highest), B, and C, repre-
senting the tire’s resistance to
the generation of heat and its
ability to dissipate heat when
tested under controlled condi-
tions on a specified indoor labo-
ratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can
cause the material of the tire to
degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure.
Grade C corresponds to a level of
performance which all passenger
car tires must meet under the Fed-
eral Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 109.
Grades B and A represent higher
levels of performance on the labo-
ratory test wheel than the minimum
required by law.
Warning: The temperature grades
of a tire assume tha t it is properly
inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or
excessive loading, either sepa-
rately or in combination, can cause