check oil TOYOTA HILUX 2012 Owners Manual (in English)

161 2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
NOTICE
When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
Engine stalling
Short in electrical components
Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional check the following:
Brake function
Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, trans-
mission, transfer (4WD models), differential, etc.
Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints
(where possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

482 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Engine oil
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. After turning off the engine,
wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the bot-
tom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull
the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
Low
Full
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
STEP6

483 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as that
already in the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
Engine oil selectionP. 602, 604
Oil quantity
(Low  Full)For Russia and Ukraine
1.6 L (1.7 qt., 1.4 Imp.qt.)
Except for Russia and Ukraine
1.4 L (1.5 qt., 1.2 Imp.qt.)
Items Clean funnel
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

485 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
CAUTION
Used engine oil
Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care
should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used
engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground. Call any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional, service station or auto parts store for
information concerning recycling or disposal.
Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
When replacing the engine oil
Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

554 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
*: Driver’s seat belt buzzer:
The driver’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat
belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds intermittently for 30 seconds after
the vehicle reaches a speed of 15 km/h (9 mph). Then, if the seat belt is still
unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 90 more seconds.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
(for front
passenger)
Front passenger’s seat
belt reminder light
Warns the front passen-
ger to fasten his/her seat
belt
Fasten the seat belt.
Unengaged “Park” warn-
ing light (if equipped)
The transmission “Park”
mechanism is not
engaged.Shift front drive control lever
to “H2” or “H4” or “L4”.
Low engine oil level warn-
ing light
Indicates that engine oil
level is lowCheck the level of engine oil
and add more oil if neces-
sary.
(remains on)Engine oil change
reminder light
Indicates that the engine
oil should be changed
Comes on approximately
30000 km (18000 miles)
after the engine oil has
been changed (and the oil
maintenance date has
been reset)Have the engine oil and oil
filter checked and/or
changed by any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and
equipped professional. After
changing the engine oil, the
oil change system should
be reset. (P. 484)

609 6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Differential
*1: Made in South Africa*3
*2: Made in Thailand*3
*3: See “Checking your vehicle’s model” if you are not sure of which model
your vehicle is. (P. 40)
Oil capacity
Front
Without
A.D.D1.45 L (1.53 qt., 1.28 Imp.qt.)
With A.D.D1.65 L (1.74 qt., 1.45 Imp.qt.)
Rear
With rear
differential
lock system
2.90 L (3.07 qt., 2.55 Imp.qt.)
With
limited-slip
differential
3.35 L (3.54 qt., 2.95 Imp.qt.)
Normal2.45 L (2.59 qt., 2.16 Imp.qt.)*1
3.35 L (3.54 qt., 2.95 Imp.qt.)*2
Oil type
Without
limited-slip
differential
Hypoid gear oil API GL-5
With
limited-slip
differential
Hypoid gear oil LSD API GL-5
Oil viscosity
Without
A.D.D.
Above -18C (0F):
SAE90
Below -18C (0F):
SAE 80W or SAE 80W-90
With A.D.D.SAE75W-90

624 Alphabetical index
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 540
Emergency, in case of
If the engine will not start ...... 576
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 577
If the vehicle has discharged
battery................................. 579
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 549
If the warning light
turns on............................... 549
If you have a flat tire ............. 557
If you lose your keys ............. 578
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls.................. 587
If you think something is
wrong .................................. 547
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 588
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 541
If your vehicle overheats ....... 584Engine
Compartment ........................ 480
Engine switch........................ 162
Hood ..................................... 478
How to start the
engine................................. 162
Identification number ............ 599
If the engine will not start ...... 576
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls ................. 587
If your vehicle
has to be stopped
in an emergency ................. 590
Ignition switch ....................... 162
Overheating .......................... 584
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 606
Checking ............................... 486
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 234
Engine coolant temperature
gauge...................................... 176
Engine immobilizer system .... 103
Engine oil
Capacity ........................ 602, 604
Checking ............................... 482
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 234
Engine switch .......................... 162
Engine switch light .................. 433E

630 Alphabetical index
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Valet key ..................................... 44
Vanity mirrors .......................... 445
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 598
Vehicle stability control .......... 220
VSC ........................................... 220
Warning buzzers
Key reminder......................... 555
Seat belt reminder................. 553
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system .......... 551
Automatic transmission fluid
temperature ........................ 551
Brake system ........................ 549
Charging system ................... 550
Diesel particulate filter........... 552
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 550
Engine oil change
reminder ............................. 554
Fuel filter ............................... 552
Low engine oil level............... 554
Low engine oil pressure ........ 550
Low fuel level ........................ 553
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 550
Open door ............................. 553
Seat belt reminder light ......... 553
SRS airbags .......................... 551
Timing belt replacement........ 551Washer
Checking ............................... 493
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 234
Switch ................................... 199
Washing and waxing ............... 462
Weight....................................... 595
Wheels ...................................... 502
Window glasses ........................ 92
Window lock switch .................. 93
Windows
Power windows ....................... 92
Rear window defogger .......... 264
Washer ................................. 199
Windshield wipers ................... 199
Wireless remote control key
Locking/Unlocking................... 46
Replacing the battery ............ 506
Wireless remote control key ... 46
WMA disc ......................... 279, 333V
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