engine oil TOYOTA HILUX 2021 Owners Manual (in English)

17Pictorial index
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Fuel filler door*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 261
Refueling method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 261
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 627
Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 507
Tire size/inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 639
Winter tires/tire chain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 374
Checking/rotation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 508
Coping with flat tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 581
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 484
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 484
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 628
Coping with overheat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 610
Camera*1, 2
Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 248
Front position lights/daytime running lights*1. . . . . . . . . . P. 248
Front fog lights*1/rear fog light*1, 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 255
Front turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 246
Side turn signal lights (fender-mounted type or
mirror-mounted type) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 246
Rear turn signal lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 246
Stop lights
Downhill assist control system*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 364
Tail lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 248
License plate light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 248
Back-up lights*3
Shifting the shift lever to R. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 231, 239
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Light bulbs of the exterior lights for driving
(Replacing method: P. 525, Watts: P. 642)
*1: If equipped
*2: Refer to “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual” or
“Multimedia Owner’s Manual”.
*3: They may be located on the opposite side depending on the target region.
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1232. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
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Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated vehi-
cle’s systems.
Warning lights
*1Brake system warning
light ( P. 566)
*1
(if equipped)
Slip indicator (P. 568)
*1, 2
(if equipped)
Charging system
warning light ( P. 566)
*4
(Flashes)
(if equipped)
Four-wheel drive
indicator light ( P. 568)
*1, 2
(if equipped)
Low engine oil pressure
warning light ( P. 566)
*4
(Flashes)
(if equipped)
Low speed four-wheel
drive indicator light
( P. 568)
*1, 3
(Flashes or
illuminates)
Malfunction indicator
lamp ( P. 567)
*4
(Flashes)
(if equipped)
Rear differential lock
indicator light ( P. 568)
*1
SRS warning light
( P. 567)
*1
(Flashes or
illuminates)
(if equipped)
Fuel system warning
light ( P. 569)
*1
ABS warning light
( P. 567)
*1, 2, 5
(Flashes or
illuminates)
(if equipped)
Brake Override System
warning light ( P. 569)
*1
(if equipped)
Power steering system
warning light ( P. 567)
*1
(Flashes or
illuminates)
(if equipped)
PCS warning light
( P. 569)

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*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position
(vehicles without smart entry & start system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehi-
cles with smart entry & start system) 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 autho-
rized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
*2: Vehicles with multi-information display: a indicator is displayed on the
multi-information display.
(Yellow)
(if equipped)
LDA indicator ( P. 570)
*1
(if equipped)
Low engine oil level
warning light ( P. 570)
*6
(if equipped)
Cruise control indicator
( P. 569)
*1
(Flashes or
illuminates)
(if equipped)
Master warning light
( P. 570)
*2
(if equipped)
Open door warning light
( P. 570)
*1, 5
(Flashes)
(if equipped)
Stop & Start cancel
indicator ( P. 570)
(Flashes or
illuminates)
Driver’s and front
passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ( P. 570)
Parking brake indicator
light ( P. 571)
*7
(Flashes or
illuminates)
(if equipped)
Rear passengers’ seat
belt reminder lights
( P. 570)(if equipped)
Low AdBlue™ level
warning light ( P. 571)
Low fuel level warning
light ( P. 570)
*1
(Flashes)
(if equipped)
“AUTO LSD” indicator
( P. 571)
(if equipped)
Go to service warning
light ( P. 571)

1663-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Q Conditions affecting operation
The smart entry & start system uses weak radio waves. In the following situa-
tions, the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be
affected, preventing the smart entry & start system, wireless remote control
and engine immobilizer system from operating properly.
(Ways of coping: P. 600)
O When the electronic key battery is depleted
O Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical
noise
O When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication device
O When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
O When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity
O When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby
O When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that
emit radio waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or pers onal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
O If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the
rear window
O When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or electronic devices

2044-1. Before driving
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NOTICE
QWhen encountering flooded roads or waterlogged 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:
O Engine stalling
O Short in electrical components
O Engine damage caused by water immersion
O Rubber or mechanical part damage or poor lubrication due to grease
being washed away, or grease becoming contaminated with mud or dirt
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, or
on a sandy road, be sure to have any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer check the following:
O Brake function
O Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, trans-
mission, transfer (4WD models), clutch, differential, etc.
O Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, clutch fork, bearings and sus-
pension joints (where possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
Q Off-road driving (vehicles with type A wheel ornaments [P. 588])
When driving on muddy roads, rocky terrain or sand, or crossing rivers,
remove the wheel ornaments. Driving with the wheel ornaments installed
may cause the wheel ornaments to be damaged or even fall off.
After off-road driving with the wheel ornaments removed, remove dirt or for-
eign objects from the wheel before reinstalling the wheel ornaments.

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Driving
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Q Temporary cancelation of functions
When operation conditions are no longer met, a function may be temporarily
canceled. However, when the operation conditions are met again, operation
of the function is automatically restored. ( P. 292)
Q Yaw assist function
O Depending on the vehicle speed, lane departure situation, road conditions,
etc., the driver may not feel the func tion is operating or the function may not
operate at all.
O The yaw assist of the function is overridden by the driver’s steering wheel
operation.
O Do not attempt to test the operation of the yaw assist function.
O A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the brake pedal
is depressed, when the yaw assist function is operating. This sound does
not indicate that a malfunction is occurred in the LDA system.
Q Lane departure alert function
O The warning buzzer may be difficult to hear due to external noise, audio
playback, etc.
O If the edge of the course* is not clear or straight, the lane departure alert
function may not operate.
O Do not attempt to test the operation of the lane departure alert function.
*: Boundary between asphalt and the side of the road, such as grass, soil,
or a curb
Q Vehicle sway warning function
Depending on the vehicle and road conditions, the warning may not operate.
When the system determines that the
vehicle is swaying while the vehicle sway
warning function is operating, a buzzer
sounds and a warning message urging
the driver to rest and the symbol shown in
the illustration are simultaneously dis-
played on the multi-information display.

2944-5. Using the driving support systems
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Q Warning message
If the following warning message is displayed on the multi-information dis-
play, and the LDA indicator illuminates in yellow, follow the appropriate trou-
bleshooting procedure. Also, if a different warning message is displayed,
follow the instructions displayed on the screen.
O “LDA Malfunction Visit Your Dealer”
The system may not be operating properly. Have the vehicle inspected by
any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
O “Lane Departure Alert Unavailable”
• The system is temporarily canceled due to a malfunction in a sensor
other than the front camera. Turn the LDA system off, wait for a little
while, and then turn the LDA system back on.
• The system is temporarily unavaila ble as the vehicle repeatedly departs
from its lane or course* in a short period of time. Turn the engine switch
to the “LOCK” position (vehicles without smart entry & start system) or off
(vehicles with smart entry & start system), and then turn it to the “ON”
position (vehicles without smart entry & start system) or IGNITION ON
mode (vehicles with smart entry & start system) again.
*: Boundary between asphalt and the side of the road, such as grass, soil, or
a curb
O “LDA Unavailable at Current Speed”
The function cannot be used as the vehicle speed exceeds the LDA opera-
tion range. Drive slower.
Q Customization
Function settings can be changed. (Customizable features: P. 647)

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Driving
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) system
: If equipped
When the deposit collected by the filter reaches a predetermined
amount, it is automatically regenerated.
WARNING
Q During regeneration
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns caused by the hot
exhaust pipe and exhaust gases, or may cause a fire.
O Do not carry out regeneration when the vehicle is in an enclosed area,
such as a garage.
O Do not touch the exhaust pipe and exhaust gases during regeneration.
NOTICE
QTo prevent the DPF system from failing
O Do not drive for long periods of time while the DPF system warning mes- sage “DPF full Visit your dealer” appears on the multi-information displayand a buzzer sounds (malfunction indicator lamp comes on)
O Do not use fuel other than the specified type
O Do not use engine oil other than the recommended type
O Do not modify the exhaust pipe
ODo not stop the vehicle where flamma-
ble materials, such as dry grass, are
near the exhaust pipe.
O Make sure that there are no people
near the exhaust pipe.

3744-6. Driving tips
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Winter driving tips
OUse fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
O Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery.
O Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire
chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
O Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen.
Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away
the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
O To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield.
O Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accu-
mulated on the exterior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassis, around the
tires or on the brakes.
O Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before
getting in the vehicle.
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before
driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a man-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions.
Preparation for winter
Before driving the vehicle

4556-2. Using the interior lights
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Interior features
OIlluminated entry system:
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
The lights automatically turn on/off according to the engine switch position,
whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors are opened/
closed.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
The lights automatically turn on/off according to engine switch mode,
whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors are opened/
closed.
O If the following lights remain on when the engine switch is turned to the
“LOCK” position (vehicles without smart entry & start system) or off (vehicles
with smart entry & start system), the lights will go off automatically after 20
minutes:
• Personal/interior light
• Interior light (if equipped)
• Engine switch light
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge, do not leave the lights on longer than neces-
sary when the engine is not running.