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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
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5When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 546
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ..................... 547
If you think something is
wrong .............................. 553
Fuel pump shut off
system ............................ 554
5-2. Steps to take in
an emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning
buzzer sounds ................ 555
If you have a flat tire ......... 563
If the engine will not
start................................. 582
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ............ 583
If you lose your keys ......... 584
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ...................... 585
If your vehicle
overheats ........................ 590
If you run out of fuel
and the engine stalls....... 593
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ............................... 594
If your vehicle has
to be stopped in
an emergency ................. 596

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5-1. Essential information
When trouble arises
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If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional, before towing.
The engine is running but the vehicle will not move.
The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional, such as or a commercial towing service,
using a lift-type truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.

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Using a flatbed truck
If you use chains or cables to tie
down your vehicle, the angles
shaded in black must be 45.
Do not overly tighten the tie
downs or the vehicle may be
damaged.
Before emergency towing
Release the parking brake.
4WD models: Shift the front drive control lever to H2.
Shift the shift lever to N.
Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” (engine off) or “ON” (engine
running) position.
CAUTION
Caution while towing
Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive
stress on the emergency towing eyelets and the cables or chains. Always
be cautious of the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
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If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional, as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
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.
Audible symptoms
Changes in exhaust sound
Excessive tire squeal when cornering
Strange noises related to the suspension system
Pinging or other noises related to the engine
Operational symptoms
Engine missing, 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

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CAUTION
Using the tire jack
Improper use of the tire jack may cause the vehicle to suddenly fall off the
jack, leading to death or serious injury.
Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or install-
ing and removing tire chains.
Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for replac-
ing tires on this vehicle.
Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the correct jack up point.
Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while it is supported by
the jack.
Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack.
Do not raise the vehicle while someone is inside.
When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.
Do not raise the vehicle to a height greater than that required to replace
the tire.
Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one working
on or near the vehicle may be injured.
Do not continue jacking up once the
yellow caution line has appeared.
Ye l l o w
caution line

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Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 548
Emergency, in case of
If the engine will not start ...... 584
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 585
If the vehicle has discharged
battery................................. 587
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 557
If the warning light
turns on............................... 557
If you have a flat tire ............. 565
If you lose your keys ............. 586
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls.................. 595
If you think something is
wrong .................................. 555
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 596
If your vehicle
has to be stopped
in an emergency ................. 598
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 549
If your vehicle overheats ....... 592Engine
Compartment ........................ 486
Engine switch........................ 162
Hood ..................................... 484
How to start the
engine................................. 162
Identification number ............ 607
If the engine will not start ...... 584
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls ................. 595
If your vehicle
has to be stopped
in an emergency ................. 598
Ignition switch ....................... 162
Overheating .......................... 592
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 614
Checking ............................... 493
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 235
Engine coolant temperature
gauge...................................... 176
Engine immobilizer system .... 102
Engine oil
Capacity ........................ 610, 612
Checking ............................... 488
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 235
Engine switch .......................... 162
Engine switch light .................. 438E

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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 5 6 5If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 584If the engine will not start
P. 595If you run out of fuel and the engine stalls
P. 102Engine immobilizer system
P. 587If the vehicle battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 585If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 592If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 586If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 587If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 5 9Side doors
The vehicle is stuck in
mud or sandP. 596If the vehicle becomes stuck