engine coolant TOYOTA C-HR 2016 User Guide

6237-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir when the engine is cold.
■Engine coolant reservoir
Reservoir cap
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
If the level is on or below the
“LOW” line, add coolant up to
the “FULL” line.
■Intercooler coolant reservoir
Reservoir cap
“F” (Full) line
“L” (Low) line
If the level is on or below the “L”
line, add coolant up to the “F”
line.
Coolant
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■Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non- nitrite, and non-borate coolant with
long-life hybrid organic acid technology.
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deion-
ized water. (Minimum temperature: -35 C [-31F])
For more details about engine coolant, contact any authorized Toyota retailer
or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■ If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant reservoir caps, drain cock
and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer, test the cap and check for leaks in the
cooling system.
WARNING
■ When the engine is hot
Do not remove the engine coolant reservoir cap.
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the
cap is removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns.
NOTICE
■ When adding coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor straight antifreeze. The correct mixture of
water and antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion
protection and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
■ If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging parts or paint.

6918-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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If you think something is wrong
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher
than normal.
● Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
● Engine misses, stumbling or running roughly
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches
the floor
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle proba-
bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

6988-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Tire pressure warning light
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure such as
• Natural causes ( P. 701)
• Flat tire ( P. 710, 730)
 Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified
level.
The light will turn off after a few minutes. In case the
light does not turn off even if the tire inflation pres-
sure is adjusted, have the system checked by any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute:
Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system ( P. 701)
 Have the system checked by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
*1High engine coolant temperature warning light (warning
buzzer)
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high
 P. 756
Master warning light
A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and
flashes to indicate that the master warning system has
detected a malfunction.
 P. 704
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LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) system
(if equipped)
Indicates that the LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering
control) system has determined that the driver does not
have their hands on the steering wheel while the steering
control function is on
 Firmly hold the steering wheel.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

7078-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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■ If “See Owner’s Manual” is shown
● If “Braking Power Low Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is shown,
this may be a malfunction. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
● Vehicles with a color display:
If “Entry & Start System Malfunction See Owner’s Manual” is shown, there
may be a malfunction. Immediately have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
■ If “Charging System Malfunction” is shown
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system. Immediately stop
the vehicle in a safe place and contact any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reli able repairer. Continuing to drive the
vehicle may be dangerous.
■ If “Engine Coolant Temperature high” is shown
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high. Immediately stop
the vehicle in a safe place. ( P. 756)
■ If “Engine Oil Pressure Low” is shown
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low. Immediately stop the vehicle
in a safe place and contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■ If “AWD System Malfunction 2WD Mode Engaged Visit Your Dealer” is
shown (AWD models only)
Indicates a malfunction in the AWD system. The AWD system turns off and
the vehicle switches to front wheel drive.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota autho-
rized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

7568-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If your vehicle overheats
●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (P. 1 1 9 )
enters the red zone or a loss of engine power is experienced (for
example, the vehicle speed does not increase).
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning sys-
tem, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radia-
tor) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact any
authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or
any reliable repairer.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures
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When trouble arises
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The coolant level is satisfactory
if it is between the “FULL” and
“LOW” lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“FULL” or “F”
“LOW” or “L”
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to check
that the radiator cooling fans operate 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 any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest authorized Toyota retailer
or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
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WARNING
■When inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.
● If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot.
● Keep hands and clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) away from
the fans and belts. Failure to do so may cause the hands or clothing to be
caught, resulting in serious injury.
● Do not loosen the coolant reservoir cap while the engine and radiator are
hot.
High temperature steam or coolant could spray out.
NOTICE
■ When adding coolant
Add coolant slowly after the engine has cooled down sufficiently. Adding
cool coolant to a hot engine too quickly can cause damage to the engine.
■ To prevent damage to the cooling system
Observe the following precautions:
● Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust,
etc.).
● Do not use any coolant additive.

7689-1. Specifications
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Cooling system
Capacity (reference)
Gasoline engine
Intercooler
Vehicles with a Multidrive
6.7 L (7.0 qt., 5.9 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with a manual transmission
6.4 L (6.8 qt., 5.6 Imp.qt.)
1.9 L (2.0 qt., 1.6 Imp.qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-
based non-silicate, non-amine, non-
nitrite, and non-borate coolant with
long-life hybrid organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
MakeNGK DILKAR8J9G
Gap0.9 mm (0.035 in.)
NOTICE
■ Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

800Alphabetical index
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Eco Driving Indicator....... 118, 134
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) ....................................... 463
Warning light ......................... 694
Electronic key .......................... 144
Battery-saving function ......... 173
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 747
Replacing the battery ............ 652
Emergency, in case of
If a warning light turns on ...... 693
If a warning message is
displayed ............................ 704
If the battery is discharged .... 750
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 747
If the engine will not start ...... 745
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 693
If you have a flat tire...... 710, 730
If you think something is
wrong .................................. 691
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 759
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency.......................... 681
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 683
If your vehicle overheats ....... 756
Emergency flashers ................ 680
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................. 710
Engine....................................... 764
ACCESSORY mode ............. 238
Compartment ........................ 618
Engine switch................ 233, 236
Hood ..................................... 615
How to start the
engine......................... 233, 236
Identification number ............ 764
If the engine will not start ...... 745
Ignition switch
(engine switch) ........... 233, 236
Overheating .......................... 756
Engine coolant ......................... 623
Capacity ................................ 768
Checking ............................... 623
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 470
Warning light ......................... 698
Engine coolant temperature
gauge...................................... 119
Engine immobilizer system ...... 87
Engine oil ................................. 619
Capacity ................................ 765
Checking ............................... 619
Oil level warning light ............ 693
Oil pressure warning light ..... 693
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 470
Engine oil maintenance
data ......................................... 621
Engine switch .................. 233, 236
EPS (Electric Power
Steering)................................. 463
Warning light ......................... 694
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