tow TOYOTA HILUX 2013 Owners Manual (in English)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance and
careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle specifi-
cationsDetailed vehicle information.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this man-
ual.

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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.............................. 207
Four-wheel drive system .... 212
Rear differential lock
system.............................. 217
Driving assist systems........ 221
DPF (Diesel Particulate
Filter) system ................... 227
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage............. 232
Winter driving tips............... 235
Trailer towing...................... 239
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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ............ 548
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ....................... 549
If you think something is
wrong ................................ 555
Fuel pump shut off
system .............................. 556
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning
buzzer sounds .................. 557
If you have a flat tire ........... 565
If the engine will not start .... 584
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ................... 585
If you lose your keys ........... 586
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ........................ 587
If your vehicle overheats ..... 592
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls................ 595
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................. 596
If your vehicle has
to be stopped in
an emergency ................... 5986-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 602
Fuel information ................. 623
6-2. Initialization
Items to initialize................. 625
Abbreviation list ............... 628
Alphabetical index ........... 629
What to do if... ................. 639
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
Index

49 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Operation signals
The emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked/
unlocked. (Locked: once; Unlocked: twice)
Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
Conditions affecting operation
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow-
ing situations:
Near a TV tower, radio station, electric power plant, airport or other facil-
ity that generates strong radio waves
When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone or other wireless commu-
nication devices
When multiple wireless keys are in the vicinity
When the wireless key is in contact with, or is covered by a metallic
object
When a wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby
When the wireless key has been left near an electrical appliance such as
a personal computer
Key battery depletion
If the wireless remote control function does not operate, the battery may be
depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. (P. 513)

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Tailgate
: If equipped
The tailgate can be locked/unlocked and opened by the following
procedures.
Locking and unlocking the tailgate
Key (vehicles with key hole)
Locks the tailgate
Unlocks the tailgate
Opening the tailgate
Ty p e A
Unlock the latches and open
the tailgate slowly.
The support cables will hold
the tailgate horizontal.
After closing the tailgate, try
pulling it toward you to make
sure it is securely locked.

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Lowering the tailgate
Release the brackets on the sup-
port cables from the lugs on both
sides as shown in the illustration.
Ty p e B
Pull the handle and open the
tailgate slowly.
The support cables will hold
the tailgate horizontal.
After closing the tailgate, try
pulling it toward you to make
sure it is securely locked.

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NOTICE
After closing the tailgate
Try pulling it toward you to make sure it is securely locked.
To prevent damage to the rear step bumper
Do not allow more than one person to get on the rear step bumper at a time.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Rear seats
: If equipped
Extra-cab models
Removing the rear seat cushions (if equipped)
Unhook the lock release
lever.
Pull the seat cushions up
and then pull toward the
front of vehicle.
The seat cushions can be
removed separately.

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Removing the head restraints
Installing the head restraints
Adjusting the height of the head restraints
Adjusting the rear seat head restraint (double-cab models only)
Always raise the head restraint one level from the stowed position when
using.
Pull the head restraint up while pressing
the lock release button.
Align the head restraint with the installa-
tion holes and push it down to the lock
position.
Press and hold the lock release button
when lowering the head restraint.
Make sure that the head restraints are
adjusted so that the center of the head
restraint is closest to the top of your ears.

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1-4. Opening and closing the windows
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Quarter windows (extra-cab models)
Closing the quarter windows
Make sure that the quarter windows are securely closed after closing them.
CAUTION
Opening or closing the quarter windows
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body
in a position where it could be caught when a window is being operated.
Do not allow children to operate the quarter windows.
Closing a quarter window on someone can cause serious injury, and in
some instances, even death.
The quarter windows can be opened and closed using the latch han-
dle.
To open the quarter windows,
pull the latch handle toward
you and swing it fully out.