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626 5-1. Essential information
Type BTowing eyelet
■Emergency towin g procedure
The engine switch must be in the ACC (engine off) or the ON
(engine running) position.
4WD models: Put the front wheel drive control switch in 2WD.
Put the shift lever in N.
Release the parking brake.
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 eyelet 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.

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5-1. Essential information
4WD models
When not using a towing dolly,
turn the engine switch to the
ACC position, shift the shift lever
to N and put the front wheel drive
control switch in 2WD.
NOTICE
■To prevent damaging the vehicle
●Do not tow the vehicle with the key removed or in the LOCK position.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel
straight.
● When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.

634 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A)
(Canada) Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• The electronic automatic transmission control sys-tem; or
• The emission control system.
SRS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
Slip indicator Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC;
• The TRAC; or
• The AUTO LSD system.
Power steering warning light Indicates a malfunction in the variable flow control
power steering system.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking
for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1
minute when the engine switch is turned to the ON position, have it
checked by your Toyota dealer.
■
Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features P. 703)
CAUTION
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres-
sure adjustment, it is pr obable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires.
If the tire is flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired
by the nearest Toyota dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning syste m may not activate immediately.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the engine will not star t
If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting
procedure ( P. 159) or releasing the steering lock (P. 160), confirm
the following points.
■ The engine will not start even when the starter motor oper-
ates normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ( P. 102)
Flex-fuel vehicles: The type of fuel may be different. When
refueling, add the same type of fuel, if available.
After adding a different type of fuel, the engine may run
roughly and driving performance may be reduced for a while
when the engine is first started. In this case, wait until the
engine runs normally.
● The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
procedures.
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(  P. 107)
■ The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at
a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●The battery may be discharged. ( P. 665)
● The battery terminal connec tions may be loose or corroded.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■
If the engine has to be turned off while driving
●Power assist for the brakes and steering wheel will be lost, making the
brake pedal harder to depress and the steering wheel heavier to turn.
Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the engine.
● Never attempt to remove the key, as doing so will lock the steering wheel.

684 6-1. Specifications
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50kgf) with the engine running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.1 lbf (300 N,30.6 kgf).
Chassis lubrication (4WD models)
Steering
Pedal clearance*14.1 in. (104 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*26 — 9 clicks
Fluid type FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
Propeller shafts Spider Lithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid type Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II
or III

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Vehicle specifications
Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a
tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or
excessive loading, either sepa-
rately or in combination, can caus e heat buildup and possible tire fail-
ure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, s hown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of trans-
mission, power steering, power brakes, power
windows, power seats, radio and heater, to the
extent that these items are available as factory-
installed equipment (whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ..................................... 302, 310
ABS ........................................... 255
Active traction control ............. 255
Adaptive variable suspension system .................................... 247
Air conditioning filter............... 594
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter .............. 594
Front air conditioning system ................................ 302
Rear air conditioning system ................................ 310
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions............................ 117
Airbag precautions for your
child .................................... 121
Airbag warning light............... 634
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions............ 117
Curtain shield airbag precautions ......................... 121
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 127
General airbag
precautions ......................... 121
Locations of airbags .............. 114
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................ 125
Proper driving posture ........................ 112, 121
Side airbag operating conditions............................ 117
Side airbag precautions ........ 121
SRS airbags .......................... 114
Alarm ......................................... 109
Antenna..................................... 328
Anti-lock brake system............ 255
Armrest ..................................... 523
Ashtrays.................................... 509
Assist grips .............................. 527
A-TRAC ..................................... 255
Audio input ............................... 366 Audio system
A/V input port ........................ 447
Antenna................................. 328
Audio input ............................ 366
Audio visual input .................. 447
AUX port ............................... 366
Blu-ray Disc™ ....................... 405
CD player/changer ................ 331
DVD disc ............................... 405
DVD player............................ 405
iPod ....................................... 348
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 340
Optimal use ........................... 362
Portable music player ........... 366
Radio..................................... 323
Rear seat entertainment system ................................ 387
Steering wheel audio switch.................................. 368
Type ...................................... 319
USB memory......................... 355
Audio visual input.................... 447
AUTO LSD system ................... 253
Automatic light control system .................................... 193
Automatic transmission .......................... 162
AUX port ................................... 366
Auxiliary box ............................ 502
A/V input port ........................... 447
AVS ........................................... 247A

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Height controlElectronically modulated air
suspension.......................... 242
Hood .......................................... 564
Hooks Cargo net .............................. 531
Shopping bag ........................ 532
Horn........................................... 168
I/M test....................................... 559
Identification
Engine ................................... 678
Vehicle .................................. 678
Ignition switch .......................... 159
Illuminated entry system ......... 478
Indicator lights ......................... 174
Initialization Items to initialize.................... 707
Inside rear view mirror ..............84
Interior lights
Interior lights.......................... 478
Switch.................................... 479
Wattage ................................. 686
Instrument panel light control .................................... 173
Intuitive parking assist ............ 221
Jack Positioning the jack ............... 653
Vehicle-equipped jack ........... 650
Jack handle .............................. 650
Keyless entry..............................33
Keys Engine switch ........................ 159
If you lose your keys ............. 664
Ignition switch........................ 159
Keyless entry...........................33
Key number .............................32
Keys ........................................32
Wireless remote control key ........................................33 LATCH system ......................... 138
License plate lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 611
Wattage................................. 686
Light bulbs
Replacing .............................. 611
Wattage................................. 686
Lights
Door courtesy lights .............. 478
Emergency flasher switch ..... 624
Fog light switch ..................... 194
Hazard light switch ................ 624
Headlight switch .................... 188
Interior light switch ........ 480, 481
Outer foot lights..................... 478
Personal light switch ............. 480
Replacing light bulbs ............. 611
Turn signal lever ................... 166
Vanity lights........................... 505
Wattage................................. 686
Load capacity ........................... 273
Lock steering column.............. 160
Luggage compartment features .................................. 530
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance ....................... 560
General maintenance............ 556
Maintenance data ................. 676
Maintenance requirements ... 553
Reset the maintenance data..................................... 554
Map holder................................ 488
Meter
Accessory meter ................... 185
Instrument panel light control ................................. 173
Meters ................................... 169
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