light TOYOTA HILUX 2023 Owners Manual

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■License plate light
Remove the unit.
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
When installing, reverse the steps listed.
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■Outer foot lights (if equipped)
Press the upper part of the
outside rear view mirror to tilt
the mirror face upward, and
apply protective tape to the
lower part of the mirror cover.
Insert 2 flathead screw-
drivers wrapped in protective
tape, and disconnect the tabs
behind the mirror.
Pry the mirror out toward you,
disconnecting the 2 tabs at a
time.
Work carefully, ensuring that
you do not drop the mirror.
Disconnect the tab as shown
in the illustration.
Remove the upper cover and
screws.
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Fold the mirror forward.
Remove the lower cover.
Remove the side turn signal
light lens.
Remove the bulb base.
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Turn the cover counterclock-
wise and remove it.
Remove the light bulb.
After installing the new bulb,
install the cover clockwise.
Install the bulb base.
Insert the two claws (left-hand
side) or claw (right-hand side)
into the hole(s).
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5487-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Install the side turn signal
light lens.
Insert the projection into the
hole of the lens, and align the
lens corner with the plate, as
shown in the illustration.
Install the lower cover.
Return the mirror to its origi-
nal position.
Install the screws and upper
cover.
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5497-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Align the tabs, and secure
the mirror by pushing in each
diagonally-opposite pair of
tabs in order.
Make sure to insert the tabs in
order as shown in the illustra-
tion, and push them in until a
click is heard.
If you do not hear the click, do
not force the tabs in. Instead,
remove the mirror and check
that the tabs are aligned.
■Replacing the following bulbs
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by
any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
● Headlights (high/low beams) (LED headlights)
● Front position lights/daytime running lights (if equipped) (LED
headlights)
● Front turn signal lights (LED headlights)
● Side turn signal lights
● LED front fog lights (if equipped)
● LED stop lights
● Tail lights (LED stop lights)
● Rear fog lights (if equipped) or back-up lights (LED stop lights)
● High mounted stoplight (if equipped)
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5507-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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■When installing the rubber cover of the headlight (halogen headlights
type A)
Ensure the rubber cover is securely attached.
■ LED lights
The following lights consist of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out,
take your vehicle to any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer to have the light replaced.
● Headlights (high/low beams) (LED headlights)
● Front position lights/daytime running lights (if equipped) (LED headlights)
● Front turn signal lights (LED headlights)
● Side turn signal lights (mirror-mounted type)
● LED front fog lights (if equipped)
● LED stop lights
● Tail lights (LED stop lights)
● Rear fog lights (if equipped) or back-up lights (LED stop lights)
● High mounted stoplight (if equipped)
■ Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does not
indicate a malfunction. Contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer for more information in the follow-
ing situations:
● Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.
● Water has built up inside the headlight.
Fit the rubber cover outer circumfer-
ence in firmly.
Fit the rubber cover around the light
bulb in until the light bulb plug can be
seen.
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WARNING
■Replacing light bulbs
● Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after
turning off the lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
● Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is
unavoidable to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth
to avoid getting moisture and oils on the bulb.
Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.
● Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
● Do not attempt to repair or disassemble light bulbs, connectors, electric
circuits or component parts.
Doing so may result in death or serious injury due to electric shock.
■ To prevent damage or fire
● Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
● Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.
NOTICE
■When replacing the outer foot lights
If the front window is stopping you from conducting the replace operation
properly, open the window on the side you are working on to allow you
enough space to work. Continuing the operation without giving yourself
enough space to work could lead you to scratch the vehicle.

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8-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 554
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ....................... 555
If the vehicle is
submerged or water on
the road is rising .............. 557
8-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ...................... 559
If you think something is
wrong ............................... 564
Fuel pump shut off
system (gasoline engine
only) ................................. 565
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 566
If a warning message is
displayed ......................... 575
If you have a flat tire .......... 581
If the engine will not
start.................................. 598
If the electronic key does
not operate properly
(vehicles with smart
entry & start system)........ 600
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ....................... 604
If your vehicle
overheats ......................... 610
If you run out of fuel
and the engine stalls
(diesel engine only) ......... 614
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................ 615

5548-1. Essential information
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Emergency flashers
Press the switch.
All the turn signal lights will flash.
To turn them off, press the switch
once again.
■ Emergency flashers
If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while the engine is not
operating, the battery may discharge.
The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the
vehicle has to be stopped in the road due to a breakdown, etc.