warning TOYOTA HILUX 2012 Owners Manual (in English)

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2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ............ 176
Indicators and warning
lights ................................. 180
Multi-information display ..... 185
2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch.................. 191
Fog light switch ................... 195
Windshield wipers and
washer .............................. 199
Headlight cleaner switch ..... 201
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control...................... 202
Rear view monitor
system .............................. 206
Four-wheel drive system..... 211
Rear differential lock
system .............................. 216
Driving assist systems ........ 220
DPF (Diesel Particulate
Filter) system .................... 226
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ............. 231
Winter driving tips ............... 234
Trailer towing ...................... 2383-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Manual air conditioning
system.............................. 250
Automatic air conditioning
system.............................. 256
Power heater ...................... 263
Rear window defogger
switch ............................... 264
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types ............ 266
Using the radio ................... 268
Using the CD player ........... 271
Playing MP3 and WMA
discs ................................. 279
Operating an iPod .............. 288
Operating a USB
memory ............................ 296
Optimal use of the audio
system.............................. 305
Using the AUX port ............ 309
Using the steering wheel
audio switches ................. 310
3Interior features

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 462
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 466
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements..................... 470
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ....................... 474
Hood ................................... 478
Engine compartment........... 480
Tires .................................... 496
Tire inflation pressure ......... 500
Wheels ................................ 502
Air conditioning filter ........... 504
Wireless remote control
battery............................... 506
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................. 509
Light bulbs .......................... 5255-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 540
If your vehicle needs to
be towed .......................... 541
If you think something
is wrong............................ 547
Fuel pump shut off
system.............................. 548
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 549
If you have a flat tire ........... 557
If the engine will not
start .................................. 576
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ................... 577
If you lose your keys .......... 578
If the vehicle battery
is discharged .................... 579
If your vehicle overheats .... 584
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls ............... 587
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................. 588
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency ....................... 590
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises

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Symbols used throughout this manual
Cautions & Notices
Symbols used in illustrations
CAUTION
This is a warning against something which, if ignored, may cause death or
serious injury to people. You are informed about what you must or must not do
in order to reduce the risk of death or serious injury to yourself and others.
NOTICE
This is a warning against something which, if ignored, may cause damage to
the vehicle or its equipment. You are informed about what you must or must
not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Toyota and its
equipment.
Safety symbol
The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means “Do not”,
“Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.
Arrows indicating operations
Indicates the action (pushing, turn-
ing, etc.) used to operate switches
and other devices.
Indicates the outcome of an opera-
tion (e.g. a lid opens).

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CAUTION
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury in the event of
sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.
Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.
Wearing a seat belt
Ensure that all passengers wear a seat belt.
Always wear a seat belt properly.
Each seat belt should be used by one person only. Do not use a seat belt
for more than one person at once, including children.
Toyota recommends that children be seated in the rear seat and always
use a seat belt and/or an appropriate child restraint system.
To achieve a proper seating position, do not recline the seat more than
necessary. The seat belt is most effective when the occupants are sitting
up straight and well back in the seats.
Do not wear the shoulder belt under your arm.
Always wear your seat belt low and snug across your hips.
When children are in the vehicle
Do not allow children to play with the seat belt. If the seat belt becomes
twisted around a child’s neck, it may lead to choking or other serious injuries
that could result in death.
If this occurs and the buckle cannot be unfastened, scissors should be used
to cut the belt.
Seat belt pretensioners
If the pretensioner has activated, the SRS warning light will come on. In that
case, the seat belt cannot be used again and must be replaced at any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.

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SRS airbag system components
Front airbag sensors
Front passenger airbag
Side and curtain shield airbag
sensors (if equipped)
Curtain shield airbag sensors
(if equipped)Side airbags (if equipped)
Curtain shield airbags
(if equipped)
SRS warning light
Driver airbag
Airbag sensor assembly
SRS side and curtain shield airbags
SRS side airbags (if equipped)
Can help protect the torso of the front seat occupants
SRS curtain shield airbags (if equipped)
Can help protect primarily the head of occupants in the outer
seats

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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle ............ 146
Engine (ignition) switch..... 162
Automatic transmission .... 166
Manual transmission......... 170
Turn signal lever ............... 173
Parking brake ................... 174
Horn .................................. 175
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters .......... 176
Indicators and
warning lights.................. 180
Multi-information
display ............................ 1852-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch................ 191
Fog light switch ................. 195
Windshield wipers and
washer ............................ 199
Headlight cleaner
switch.............................. 201
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control.................... 202
Rear view monitor
system ............................ 206
Four-wheel drive
system ............................ 211
Rear differential lock
system ............................ 216
Driving assist systems ...... 220
DPF (Diesel Particulate
Filter) system .................. 226
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage ........... 231
Winter driving tips ............. 234
Trailer towing .................... 238

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2-1. Driving procedures
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Parking brake
Usage in winter time
See “Winter driving tips” for parking brake usage in winter time. (P. 234)
NOTICE
Before driving
Fully release the parking brake.
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake
wear.
To set the parking brake,
fully pull the parking brake
lever while depressing the
brake pedal.
At this time, the brake system
warning light will come on.
To release the parking
brake, slightly raise the
lever and lower it in com-
pletely while pressing the
button.
At this time, the brake system
warning light will go off.

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Indicators and warning lights
The indicators and warning lights on the instrument cluster and cen-
ter panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various sys-
tems.
Instrument cluster (non-optitron type)
Instrument cluster (optitron type)

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Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the
vehicle’s systems. (P. 549)
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn
off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There may be a
malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do
not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: The light turns to yellow (except for Russia and Ukraine) or flashes (for
Russia and Ukraine) to indicate a malfunction.
*4: The light flashes rapidly to indicate a malfunction.
(for driver)(for front
passenger)(if equipped)(if equipped)(if equipped)
(if equipped)(if equipped)(if equipped)(4WD models)
*1*1*1*1*1*1*1
*1*1*1*1
*1, 3*1*3*1*4

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CAUTION
If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as ABS and the SRS warning light not
come on when you start the engine, this could mean that these systems are
not available to help protect you in an accident, which could result in death
or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional immediately
if this occurs.