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5-1. Essential information
When trouble arises
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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 system after use is
normal.)
Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
High engine coolant temperature warning light flashes or
comes on
Low engine coolant temperature indicator comes on or does
not come on continuously
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 rough
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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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light tur ns on or a warning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
The buzzer sounds to indicate that parking brake is still engaged (with the
vehicle having reached a speed of 5 km/h [3 mph])
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released, the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.
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399 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
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Follow the correction procedures.
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light turns off.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.
ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
Electric power steering warning light (warning buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system.
Slip indicator
The indicator comes on to indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC system; or
• The TRC system.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Open door warning light
Indicates that a door is not fully
closed.Check that all doors are
closed.
(Flashing)Low fuel level warning light
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Indicates that remaining fuel is
about 5.9 L (1.6 gal., 1.3 Imp.
gal.) or less.Refuel the vehicle.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
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Emergency start function (vehicles with smart entry & start system)
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is functioning normally.
Set the parking brake.
Put the shift lever in P (Multidrive) or N (manual transmission).
Set the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to the ACCESSORY
mode.
Vehicles with a Multidrive: Press and hold the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch for about 15 seconds while depressing
the brake pedal firmly.
Vehicles with a manual transmission: Press and hold the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch for about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal firmly and also depressing the
clutch pedal.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
The battery may be discharged. (P. 430)
There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system (vehi-
cles with smart entry & start system).
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional, if the problem cannot be
repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown.
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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
ABS Anti-Lock Brake System
ACC Accessory
CRS Child Restraint System
ELR Emergency Locking Retractor
EPS Electric Power Steering
LED Light Emitting Diode
SRS Supplemental Restraint System
TRC Traction Control
TWI Treadwear Indicators
VIN Vehicle Identification Number
VSC Vehicle Stability Control
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C..................................... 238, 244
ABS ........................................... 224
Air conditioning filter .............. 354
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter.............. 354
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 244
Manual air conditioning
system ................................ 238
Airbags
Airbag manual on-off
system ................................ 159
Airbag operating
conditions ........................... 127
Airbag precautions for
your child ............................ 132
Airbag warning light .............. 398
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ......................... 132
Knee airbag precautions ....... 132
Locations of airbags .............. 124
Modification and disposal
of airbags ............................ 136
Proper driving
posture........................ 122, 132
Rear window curtain shield
airbag precautions .............. 132
Seat cushion airbag
precautions ......................... 132
Side airbag precautions ........ 132
SRS airbag precautions ........ 132
SRS airbags .......................... 124
Alarm......................................... 119
Antenna ...................... 41, 264, 306
Anti-lock brake system ........... 224
Assist grips .............................. 298
Audio input ............................... 282Audio system
Antenna ................................ 264
Audio input ............................ 282
AUX port ............................... 282
CD player .............................. 265
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 272
Optimal use........................... 280
Portable music player ........... 282
Radio .................................... 260
Steering wheel audio
switch ................................. 284
Type ...................................... 257
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................... 244
Automatic light control
system .................................... 211
AUX port ................................... 282
Auxiliary box ............................ 290
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 373
Wattage ................................ 456
Back door
Back door................................ 75
Smart entry & start system ..... 39
Wireless remote control .......... 62
Battery
Checking ............................... 342
If the vehicle battery
is discharged ...................... 430
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 231
Bottle holder ............................ 289
Brakes
Parking brake........................ 194
Brake assist ............................. 224
Break-in tips ............................. 167A
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License plate lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 373
Switch ................................... 211
Wattage................................. 456
Light bulbs
Replacing .............................. 373
Wattage................................. 456
Lights
Emergency flasher switch ..... 386
Fog light switch ..................... 216
Hazard light switch ................ 386
Headlight switch .................... 211
Interior light switch ................ 287
Replacing light bulbs ............. 373
Turn signal lever ................... 193
Wattage................................. 456
Lock steering column...... 177, 182
Luggage box ............................ 301
Luggage compartment
features .................................. 301
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself
maintenance ....................... 316
Maintenance data ................. 444
Maintenance requirements ... 313
Manual air conditioning
system .................................... 238
Manual headlight
leveling dial ............................ 212
Meter ......................................... 197
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ............ 92
Side mirror heaters ............... 254
Side mirrors............................. 95
Vanity mirrors ........................ 294
MP3 disc ................................... 272Multidrive
7-Speed Sport Sequential
Shiftmatic mode.................. 187
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 425
Multidrive .............................. 185
Multi-information
display .................................... 205
Odometer.................................. 206
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 336
Opener
Back door................................ 75
Fuel door............................... 103
Hood ..................................... 319
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding .............. 95
Defogger ............................... 254
Outside temperature
display .................................... 205
Overheating, Engine................ 435
Parking brake ........................... 194
Power outlet ............................. 295
Power windows........................ 100
Radiator .................................... 342
Radio......................................... 260
Rear fog lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 374
Switch ................................... 216
Wattage ................................ 456
Rear passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ........................ 399
Rear seat
Folding down rear
seatbacks ............................. 82
Tumbling rear seat cushion .... 83L
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Switch
Airbag manual on-off
switch.................................. 159
Emergency flasher switch ..... 386
Engine switch ................ 176, 179
Fog light switch ..................... 216
Hazard light switch ................ 386
Ignition switch ............... 176, 179
Light switches ....................... 211
Outside rear view mirror
switch.................................... 95
Power door lock switch ........... 73
Power window switch ............ 100
Rear window wiper and
washer switch ..................... 222
VSC OFF switch ................... 225
Window lock switch ............... 100
Wiper and washer
switch.......................... 218, 222
Tachometer .............................. 197
Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 374
Switch ................................... 211
Wattage................................. 456
Theft deterrent system
Alarm..................................... 119
Engine immobilizer system ... 108
Tire inflation pressure ............. 350
Tires
Chains ................................... 233
Checking ............................... 347
If you have a flat tire.............. 405
Inflation pressure .......... 350, 455
Rotating tires ......................... 347
Size ....................................... 455
Snow tires ............................. 231
Tools ......................................... 324
Towing
Emergency towing ................ 389
Trailer towing ........................ 235Traction control ....................... 224
TRC ........................................... 224
Trip information ....................... 205
Trip meter ................................. 206
Turn signal lights
Lever ..................................... 193
Replacing light bulbs............. 373
Wattage ................................ 456
Vanity mirrors .......................... 294
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 445
Vehicle stability control .......... 224
VSC ........................................... 224
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................ 397
Seat belt reminder ................ 399
Warning lights
ABS....................................... 398
Airbag system ....................... 398
Anti-lock brake system.......... 398
Brake assist system .............. 398
Brake system ........................ 397
Charging system ................... 398
Electric power steering ......... 398
Engine oil pressure ............... 398
High engine coolant
temperature ........................ 398
Low fuel level ........................ 399
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 398
Open door ............................. 399
Pretensioners........................ 398
Seat belt reminder light ......... 399
Slip indicator ......................... 398
Smart entry & start system ... 401
SRS airbags.......................... 398
VSC OFF .............................. 398
Warning reflector holder ......... 301
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Warning lights
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P. 3 9 8P. 400
P. 3 9 8
or
P. 3 9 8
or
P. 3 9 8P. 400
P. 3 9 9
or
P. 3 9 9
or
P. 3 9 9P. 400
P. 3 9 9P. 401
P. 3 9 9
Brake system warning
lightLow fuel level warning
light
Charging system warning
lightDriver’s seat belt
reminder light
Low engine oil pressure
warning lightFront passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
High engine coolant tempera-
ture warning light
Malfunction indicator
lamp
SRS warning lightRear passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
ABS warning light
Electric power steering
warning light
Slip indicatorSmart entry & start system
warning light
Open door warning light