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4187-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Add engine coolant if neces-
sary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is unavail-
able.
Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to check
that the radiator cooling fans oper ate and to check for coolant leaks
from the radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immedi-
ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking the
fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air condition-
ing system on and off repeatedly. (The fans may not operate in freezing
temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact your Toyota dealer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle in spected at the nearest Toyota dealer.
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4207-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the front wheels
to help provide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to D or R and release the parking brake. Then,
while exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.
■ When it is difficult to free the vehicle
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Press to turn off TRAC.
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 lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever 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.
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475What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
( P. 160)
●Is the shift lever in P? ( P. 162)
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( P. 109)
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? (P. 163)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. ( P. 4 1 1 )
●Is the battery discharged? (P. 413)
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal
with the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode
( P. 409)
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It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( P. 162)
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be oper-
ated if the window lock switch is pressed. (P. 135)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a period of
time. (P. 162)
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress
the brake pedal
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is
stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power
window switches
The engine switch is tu rned off automatically

476What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts?
( P. 388)
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The brake system warning light is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 170)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also
sound. ( P. 386, 394)

●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( P. 70)
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode or
start the engine.
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Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle or the moon roof opened?
Check the message on the multi-information display.
●When a warning light turns on, refer to P. 386.
●When a warning message is displayed, perform the correction procedure
appropriate to the message.
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed

482Alphabetical index
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If the warning light turns on ....................................... 386
If the warning message is displayed......................... 394
If you have a flat tire ............. 395
If you think something
is wrong .............................. 384
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 420
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 379
If your vehicle needs to be towed ......................... 380
If your vehicle overheats ....... 417
Engine ACCESSORY mode ............. 161
Compartment ........................ 328
Engine switch........................ 160
Hood ..................................... 326
How to start the engine ......... 160
Identification number ............ 425
If the engine will not start ...... 407
Ignition switch (engine switch) ................... 160
Overheating .......................... 417 Engine coolant......................... 332
Capacity................................ 428
Checking............................... 332
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 253
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 79
Engine immobilizer system ...... 68
Engine oil ................................. 329
Capacity................................ 426
Checking............................... 329
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 253
Engine switch .......................... 160
EPS
(Electronic Power
Steering) ................................ 248Function ................................ 248
Warning light......................... 387
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 10

488Alphabetical index
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Safety Connect ........................ 299
Seat belts.................................... 28Adjusting the seat belt ............ 29
Automatic Locking Retractor............................... 30
Child restra int system
installation ............................ 60
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belt ........................ 315
Emergency Locking Retractor............................... 30
How to wear your seat belt ..... 28
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................... 30
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use ......................... 31
Reminder light and buzzer .... 388
Seat belt extender................... 30
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 29
SRS warning light ................. 387
Seat heaters ............................. 267
Seat position memory ............. 121
Seat ventilators ........................ 267
Seating capacity ...................... 157
Seats ......................................... 119 Adjustment ............................ 119
Adjustment precautions ........ 120
Child seats/child restraint system installation ................ 57
Cleaning................................ 314
Driving position memory ....... 121
Head restraints ..................... 126
Power easy access
system ......... ....................... 120
Properly sitting in the seat ...... 26
Seat heaters ......................... 267
Seat position memory ........... 121
Seat ventilators ..................... 267 Sensor
Automatic headlight
system .......... ...................... 172
Automatic high beam ............ 174
Camera sensor ............. 190, 192
Inside rear view mirror .......... 131
Radar sensor ........ 190, 191, 239
Rain-sensing windshield wipers ................................. 182
Service reminder indicators ..... 74
Shift lever ................................. 165 Automatic transmission ........ 165
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .... 409
Shift lock system ..................... 409
Side airbags ............................... 35
Side marker lights ................... 171 Light switch ........................... 171
Replacing light bulbs ............ 373
Side mirrors ............................. 132
Adjusting and folding ............ 132
Blind Spot Monitor ................ 237
Linked mirror function when reversing ................... 133
Mirror position memory ......... 121
Side turn signal lights ............. 169 Replacing light bulbs ............ 373
Turn signal lever ................... 169
Smart key system .................... 108 Antenna location ................... 108
Entry functions ................ 97, 103
Starting the engine ............... 160
Snow tires ................................ 255
Spare tire .................................. 395
Inflation pressure .................. 431
Storage location.................... 396
Spark plug ................................ 428
Specifications .......................... 424
Speedometer.............................. 79
Steering lock ............................ 162 Column lock release ............. 163
Steering wheel ......................... 128
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 373
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