engine coolant TOYOTA C-HR 2020 (in English) User Guide

4247-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light
(warning buzzer) Warns the driver and/or front passenger to fasten their
seat belts.
 Fasten the seat belt.
If the front passenger seat is occupied, the front pas-
senger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to make
the warning light (warning buzzer) off.
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(On the center panel)
Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights (warning
buzzer)
Warn the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts
 Fasten the seat belt.
Tire pressure warning light
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure such as
• Natural causes ( P. 4 2 7 )
• Flat tire ( P. 436)
 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
pressure is adjusted, have the system checked by
your Toyota dealer.
When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute:
Malfunction in t he tire pressure warning system
(  P. 4 2 7 )
 Have the system checked by your Toyota dealer.
*1High engine coolant temperature warning light (warning
buzzer)
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high
 P. 457
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

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If a message that indicates the need for referring to Owner’s M anual is
displayed
● If “Engine Coolant Temperature High.”is shown, follow the instructions
(P. 457).
● If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunction . Immedi-
ately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. Con-
tinuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
• “Braking Power Low.”
• “Charging System Malfunction.”
• “Engine Oil Pressure Low.”
● If the following messages are shown, there may be a malfunction . Immedi-
ately have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
• “Smart Key System Malfunction.”
■ If “Engine Oil Level Low. Add or Replace Oil.” is displayed
The engine oil level is low. Check the level of the engine oil, and add if neces-
sary.
This message may appear if the vehicle is stopped on a slope. M ove the
vehicle to a level surface and check to see if the message disa ppears.
■ If “Engine Stopped. Steerin g Power Low.” is displayed
This message is displayed if the engine is stopped while drivin g.
When steering wheel operations are heavier than usual, grip the steering
wheel firmly and operate it using more force than usual.
■ If “Maintenance Required Soon.” is shown (U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all maintenance according to the driven distance on the mainte-
nance schedule
* should be performed soon.
Comes on approximately 4500 miles (7200 km) after the message has been
reset.
If necessary, perform maintenance. Please reset the message aft er the main-
tenance is performed. ( P. 334)
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner ’s Manual
Supplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.
■ If “Maintenance Required. Visit Your Dealer.” is shown (U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all maintenance is required to correspond to the driven distance
on the maintenance schedule
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Comes on approximately 5000 miles (8000 km) after the message has been
reset. (The indicator will not work properly unless the message has been
reset.)
Perform the necessary maintenance. Please reset the message aft er the
maintenance is performed. ( P. 334)
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner ’s Manual
Supplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.

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When trouble arises
If your vehicle overheats
●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge ( P. 9 4 )
enters the red zone or a loss of engine power is experienced (f or
example, the vehicle speed does not increase).
● Steam comes out f rom under the hood.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condition ing 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 fan
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact your
Toyota dealer.
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
Correction procedures
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The coolant level is satisfactory
if it is between the “FULL” and
“LOW” lines on the reservoir.Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and turn the ai r conditioning system on to check
that the radiator cooling fan operates and to check for coolant leaks
from the radiator or hoses.
The fan operates when the air conditioning system is turned on immedi-
ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fan is operating by checking the fan
sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air conditioning
system on and off repeatedly.
(The fan may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fan is not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact your Toyota dealer.
If the fan is operating:
Have the vehicle ins pected at the nearest Toyota dealer.
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When trouble arises
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WARNING
■When inspecting under th e 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 ho od 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 fan 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 sufficientl y. Adding
cool coolant to a hot engine too quickly can cause damage to th e engine.
■ To prevent damage to the cooling system
Observe the following precautions:
● Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sa nd or dust
etc.).
● Do not use any coolant additives.

4688-1. Specifications
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Cooling system
Capacity6.1 qt. (5.7 L, 5.1 Imp.qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following.• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-sili-cate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate cool-
ant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
MakeDENSO SC16HR11
Gap0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■ Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust spark plug g ap.
Electrical system
Battery
Specific volt-
age reading at
68F (20 C):12.3 V or higher
(Turn the engine switch to off and turn on the high beam
headlights for 30 seconds.)
If the voltage is lower than the standard value, charge
the battery.
Specific grav-
ity reading at
68 F (20 C):1.25 or higher
If the specific gravity is lower than the standard value,
charge the battery.
Charging rates
Quick charge
Slow charge15 A max.
5 A max.

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Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which
a tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall
of the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant
weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
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that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
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Eco Driving Indicator ................ 93
Electric Power Steering (EPS)....................................... 287 Warning light ......................... 422
Electronic key .......................... 110
Battery-saving function ......... 133
If the electronic key does not operate
properly .............................. 449
Replacing the battery ............ 383
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds ................................ 421
If a warning light turns on...... 421
If a warning message is
displayed ............................ 431
If the battery is discharged.... 452
If the electronic key
does not operate
properly .............................. 449
If the engine will not start ...... 447
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water ..................... 411
If you have a flat tire ............. 436
If you think something is wrong.................................. 419
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 460
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 409
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 412
If your vehicle overheats ....... 457 Emergency flashers ................ 408
Engine ...................................... 466
ACCESSORY mode ............. 182
Compartment ........................ 347
Engine switch ............... 178, 181
Hood ..................................... 344
How to start the engine ........................ 178, 181
Identification number ............ 465
If the engine will not start ...... 447
Ignition switch (engine switch) ........... 178, 181
Overheating .......................... 457
Engine coolant......................... 351
Capacity................................ 468
Checking............................... 351
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 292
Warning light......................... 424
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ....................................... 94
Engine immobilizer system ...... 81
Engine oil ................................. 348 Capacity................................ 466
Checking............................... 348
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 292
Engine switch .................. 178, 181
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ..... 287
Warning light......................... 422
Event data recorder (EDR).......... 8
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USB memory*
USB port*
Vanity lights ............................. 321Wattage ................................ 471
Vanity mirrors .......................... 321
Vehicle data recording ................ 7
Vehicle identification number ................................... 464
Vehicle Stability Control
(VSC) ...................................... 286
Voice command system
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VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) .................................. 286 Warning buzzers
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ..... 269
Brake system ....... ................. 421
Downshifting ......................... 190
Electric power steering ......... 422
Engine coolant temperature ........................ 424
Engine oil pressure ............... 421
Engine system ...................... 422
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)................................... 242
Key reminder ........................ 179
Open back door .................... 126
Open door............................. 123
Pre-collision warning ............ 229
Radar cruise control ............. 261
Parking brake ....................... 197
Seat belt reminder ................ 424
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*: Refer to “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Warning lights............................ 87ABS....................................... 422
Brake hold operated
indicator .............................. 423
Brake Override System......... 425
Brake system ....... ......... 421, 423
Charging system ................... 421
Electric parking brake ........... 423
Electric power steering system ......... ....................... 422
Engine oil pressure ............... 421
High engine coolant
temperature warning
light ..................................... 424
Low fuel level ........................ 423
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 422
PCS warning light ................. 423
“RCTA OFF” indicator ........... 422
Seat belt reminder light ......... 424
Slip indicator ......................... 423
SRS ...................................... 422
Tire pressure......................... 424 Warning messages.................. 431
Washer ............................. 213, 216
Checking............................... 359
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 292
Switch ........................... 213, 216
Washing and waxing ............... 326
Weight ...................................... 464
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ................. 516
Wheels ...................................... 376
Replacing.............................. 376
Size....................................... 470
Window glasses ...................... 155
Window lock switch ................ 155
Windows................................... 155 Power windows..................... 155
Rear window
defogger ............................. 301
Windshield wipers ................... 213
Winter driving tips ................... 292
Wireless remote control ......... 111 Battery-saving function ......... 133
Locking/Unlocking ................ 118
Replacing the battery............ 383