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6-4. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features ........514
• Sun visors ......................514
• Vanity mirror ..................514
• Clock .............................515
• Power outlets .................516
• Grocery bag hooks ........518
• Coat hooks ....................519
• Armrest ..........................519
ERA-GLONASS/EVAK ......520
7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ..........526
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ...........529
7-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements....................532
7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ......................535
Hood ..................................537
Engine compartment..........539
Tires ...................................558
Tire inflation pressure ........561
Wheels ...............................563
Air conditioning filter ..........565
Wireless remote control/
electronic key battery.......567
Checking and
replacing fuses ................570
Light bulbs .........................575
8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 592
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ...................... 593
8-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ..................... 595
If you think something is
wrong .............................. 600
Fuel pump shut off
system (gasoline engine
only) ................................ 601
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................ 602
If a warning message is
displayed ......................... 610
If you have a flat tire .......... 616
If the engine will not
start ................................. 633
If the electronic key does
not operate properly
(vehicles with smart
entry & start system) ....... 635
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ...................... 639
If your vehicle
overheats ........................ 645
If you run out of fuel
and the engine stalls
(diesel engine only) ......... 648
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................ 649
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Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 302
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 403
To prevent freezing (windshield wiper de-icer)*1. . . . . . . . . . . P. 486
Fuel filler door*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 304
Refueling method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 304
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 660
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 558
Tire size/inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 677
Winter tires/tire chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 403
Checking/rotation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 559
Coping with flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 616
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 537
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 537
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 661
Coping with overheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 645
Camera*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 352
Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 292
Front position lights/daytime running lights*1. . . . . . . . . . P. 292
Front fog lights*1/rear fog light*1, 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 299
Front turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 290
Side turn signal lights (fender-mounted type or
mirror-mounted type) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 290
Rear turn signal lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 290
Stop/tail lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 292
Downhill assist control system*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 395
License plate light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 292
Back-up lights*2
Shifting the shift lever to R. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 277, 284
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Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P. 575, Watts: P. 679)
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*2: They may be located on the opposite side depending on the target region.
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3244-5. Using the driving support systems
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WARNING
■When to disable the pre-collision system
In the following situations, disable the system, as it may not operate prop-
erly, possibly leading to an accident resulting in death or serious injury:
● When the vehicle is being towed
● When your vehicle is towing another vehicle
● When transporting the vehicle via truck, boat, train or similar means of
transportation
● When the vehicle is raised on a lift with the engine running and the tires
are allowed to rotate freely
● When inspecting the vehicle using a drum tester such as a chassis
dynamometer or speedometer tester , or when using an on vehicle wheel
balancer
● When a strong impact is applied to the front bumper or front grille, due to
an accident or other reasons
● If the vehicle cannot be driven in a stable manner, such as when the vehi-
cle has been in an accident or is malfunctioning
● When the vehicle is driven in a sporty manner or off-road
● When the tires are not properly inflated
● When the tires are very worn
● When tires of a size other than specified are installed
● When tire chains are installed
● When a compact spare tire or an emergency tire puncture repair kit is used
● If equipment (snow plow, etc.) that may obstruct the radar sensor or cam-
era sensor is temporarily installed to the vehicle

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8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 592
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ....................... 593
8-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ...................... 595
If you think something is
wrong ............................... 600
Fuel pump shut off
system (gasoline engine
only) ................................. 601
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 602
If a warning message is
displayed ......................... 610
If you have a flat tire .......... 616
If the engine will not
start.................................. 633
If the electronic key does
not operate properly
(vehicles with smart
entry & start system)........ 635
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ....................... 639
If your vehicle
overheats ......................... 645
If you run out of fuel
and the engine stalls
(diesel engine only) ......... 648
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................ 649

5958-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If your vehicle needs to be towed
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer or commercial towing service before towing.
● The engine is running but the vehicle does not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Do not tow with a sling-type truck
to prevent body damage.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle
towed by any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer or commercial towing service,
using a wheel-lift type truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/
provincial and local laws.
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing
Towing with a sling-type truck

6008-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If you think something is wrong
●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.
● Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
● 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
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle proba-
bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

6188-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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WARNING
■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.
● Make sure the tire jack can be moved properly.
● 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 work-
ing on or near the vehicle may be injured.
■ Using the jack handle
Insert the square head securely until you hear a click to prevent the exten-
sion parts from coming apart unexpectedly.
● Do not continue jacking up once the yel-
low caution line has appeared.Ye l l o w
caution line

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Eco Driving Indicator....... 128, 130
Emergency flashers................. 592
Electronic key
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 635
Replacing the battery ............ 567
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 602
If a warning light turns on ...... 602
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 635
If the engine will not start ...... 633
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 639
If you have a flat tire.............. 616
If you lose your keys ............. 156
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls.................. 648
If you think something is
wrong .................................. 600
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 649
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency.......................... 593
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 595
If your vehicle overheats ....... 645
Engine
“ACC” position ...................... 267
Compartment ........................ 539
Engine switch................ 266, 269
Hood ..................................... 537
How to start the
engine......................... 266, 269
Identification number ............ 658
If the engine will not start ...... 633
If you run out of fuel and the
engine stalls ....................... 648
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency.......................... 593
Ignition switch
(engine switch) ........... 266, 269
Overheating .......................... 645
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 671
Checking ............................... 544
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 403
Engine coolant
temperature gauge ................ 134
Engine immobilizer system ...... 95
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 661
Checking ............................... 541
Oil level warning light ............ 606
Oil pressure warning light ..... 602
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 403
Engine oil maintenance
data ......................................... 543
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Engine switch
(ignition switch) ............. 266, 269
Auto power off function ......... 273
Changing the engine
switch modes...................... 272
Changing the engine
switch position .................... 267
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency.......................... 593
Starting the engine ........ 266, 269
Engine switch light
(ignition switch light) ............ 503
ERA-GLONASS ........................ 520
EVAK ......................................... 520
Flat tire ...................................... 616
Floor mat .................................... 36
Fluid
Automatic transmission ......... 673
Brake..................................... 676
Clutch .................................... 675
Steering................................. 677
Transfer................................. 674
Washer.................................. 550
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ..... 583, 586
Switch ................................... 299
Wattage................................. 679
Four-wheel drive system
Front-wheel drive control
switch.................................. 363
Warning light ......................... 604
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 583
Switch ................................... 299
Wattage................................. 679
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 57
Front position lights
Light switch ........................... 292
Replacing light bulbs............. 579
Wattage ................................ 679
Front seats
Adjustment ............................ 218
Cleaning................................ 529
Correct driving posture ........... 38
Head restraints ..................... 223
Seat heaters ......................... 501
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 580
Turn signal lever ................... 290
Wattage ................................ 679
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 660
Fuel filter ............................... 551
Fuel gauge ............................ 133
Fuel pump shut off system.... 601
If you run out of fuel
and the engine stalls .......... 648
Information ............................ 680
Refueling............................... 304
Type ...................................... 660
Warning light ......................... 604
Fuel consumption
information ............................ 149
Fuel filler door.......................... 304
Refueling............................... 304
Fuel filter .......................... 551, 604
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 601
Fuses ........................................ 570
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