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Cigarette lighter
The cigarette lighter can be used when
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
CAUTION
When not in use
Keep the lid closed.
Injuries may result in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an
accident.
To avoid burns or fires
Do not touch the metal parts of the cigarette lighter.
Do not hold the cigarette lighter down. It could overheat and cause a fire.
Do not insert anything other than the cigarette lighter into the outlet.
Press in and release the lid to
open, and push the cigarette
lighter down.
The cigarette lighter will pop up
when ready for use.

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Power outlet
The power outlet can be used when
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
NOTICE
To avoid damaging the power outlet
Close the power outlet lid when not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short cir-
cuit.
To prevent the fuse from being blown
Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12 V/10 A.
To prevent the battery from being discharged
Do not use the power outlet longer than necessary when the engine is not
running.
The power outlet can be used for 12 V accessories that run on less
than 10 A.

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Seat heaters
: If equipped
The seat heaters can be used when
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Left-hand drive vehicles:
For driver’s seat
Right-hand drive vehicles:
For front passenger’s seat
Left-hand drive vehicles:
For front passenger’s seat
Right-hand drive vehicles:
For driver’s seat
On
The indicator light comes on.
Adjusts the seat tempera-
ture
The further you turn the dial
upward, the warmer the seat
becomes.

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Panoramic roof shade (wagon)
: If equipped
The panoramic roof shade can be operated when
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Jam protection function
If an object is detected between the panoramic roof shade and the frame
while closing, travel is stopped and the panoramic roof shade opens slightly.
If the panoramic roof shade cannot be closed automatically
If the switch is kept depressed, the panoramic roof shade can be closed
manually. If the automatic function will not operate while the panoramic roof
shade is closed, push and hold the switch and open the panoramic roof
shade fully. It will then be possible to use automatic operation once again.
Use the overhead switches to open or close the panoramic roof
shade.
Close
To stop partway, press the
switch lightly.
Open
To stop partway, press the
switch lightly.

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CAUTION
When working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
Be sure the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is OFF.
With the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in IGNITION ON mode, the
electric cooling fan may automatically start to run if the air conditioning is
on and/or the coolant temperature is high. (P. 545)
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
Be sure the engine switch is in the “LOCK” position.
With the engine switch in the “ON” position, the electric cooling fan may
automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant
temperature is high. (P. 545)
Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in the eyes.
NOTICE
If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air. Also a backfire could cause a fire in the engine compart-
ment.
If the brake fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious problem.

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CAUTION
When raising your vehicle
Make sure to observe the following to reduce the possibility of death or seri-
ous injury.
When using a floor jack, follow the instructions of the manual provided with
the jack.
Do not use the jack that was supplied with your vehicle.
Do not put any part of your body or get underneath the vehicle supported
only by the floor jack.
Always use floor jack and/or automotive jack stands on a solid, flat, level
surface.
Do not start the engine while the vehicle is supported by the floor jack.
Stop the vehicle on level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake and put
the shift lever in “P” (Multidrive or automatic transmission) or “R” (manual
transmission).
Make sure to set the floor jack properly at the jack point.
Raising the vehicle with an improperly positioned floor jack will damage
the vehicle and may cause the vehicle to fall off the floor jack.
Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in the vehicle.
When raising the vehicle, do not place any objects on top of or underneath
the floor jack.
Lift up the vehicle using a floor jack
such as the one shown in the illustra-
tion.

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After changing the engine oil (diesel engine)
The oil change system should be reset. Perform the following procedures:
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
Switch the display to trip meter A (P. 242) when the engine is run-
ning.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
While pressing the trip meter reset button, set the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode (but do not start the engine
because otherwise the reset mode will be canceled). Continue to
press and hold the button until the multi-information display indi-
cates that the reset is complete.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
Switch the display to trip meter A (P. 242) when the engine is run-
ning.
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.
While pressing the trip meter reset button, set the engine switch to
the “ON” position (but do not start the engine because otherwise
the reset mode will be canceled). Continue to press and hold the
button until the multi-information display indicates that the reset is
complete.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
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Fuel filter (diesel engine)
You may drain the fuel filter yourself. However, as the operation is dif-
ficult, we recommend having it drained by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional. Event if you decide to drain it yourself, contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
The water in the fuel filter needs to be drained if the “DRAIN WATER
FROM FUEL FILTER” warning message is shown on the multi-infor-
mation display and a buzzer sounds. (P. 629)
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to off (vehicles with
smart entry & start system) or the engine switch to the “LOCK”
position (vehicles without smart entry & start system).
Place a small tray under the drain plug to catch the water and
any fuel that comes out.
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Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be cleaned or changed regularly to
maintain air conditioning efficiency.
Removal method
Vehicles with smart entry & start system: Turn the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch OFF.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system: Turn the
engine switch to the “LOCK” position.
Open the glove box. Slide off
the damper.
Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the claws.
STEP1
STEP2
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Checking and replacing fuses
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have
blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system: Turn the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch OFF.
Vehicles without smart entry & start system: Turn the
engine switch to the “LOCK” position.
The fuses are located in the following places. To check the
fuses, follow the instructions below.
Engine compartment
Push the tab in and lift the lid
off.
Under the instrument panel (left-hand drive vehicles)
Driver’s side instrument panel (type A)
Remove the lid.
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STEP2