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432 5-1. Essential information
Vehicles with off-road packageTowing hook
■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 H2.
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/hook and the cables or chains.
Always use caution for 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
Towing with a wheel lift-type truck from the rear
2WD models Turn the engine switch to the
ACC position.
4WD models We recommend to use a towing
dolly under the front wheels.
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 con-
trol switch in H2.
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.

448 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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 re sult 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.
■Maintenance of the tire
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly
when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the
vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a differ-
ent size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label [tire and load information label], you should determine the
proper tire inflation pr essure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS-ti re pressure warning system) that
illuminates a low tire pressure telltal e (tire pressure warning light) when
one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,
when the low tire pressu re telltale (tire pressure warning light) illumi-
nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-
inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel effi ciency and tire tread life, and may
affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.

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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. 144) or releasing the steering lock (P. 145), 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.
● 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. 7 8 )
■ 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. 471)
● The battery terminal connec tions may be loose or corroded.
■ 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. 471)
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.

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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.

500 6-1. Specifications
Steering
Tires and wheelsType A
*: If you affix the spare tire to a front position, please make sure to adjust the tire to the correct inflatio n pressure as soon as possible.
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid type Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or
III
Tire size P215/70R15 97S
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)Front tires:
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear tires:
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare tire
*:
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds above 100 mph
(160 km/h) (in countries where such
speeds are permitted by law)
Add 3 psi (20 kPa, 0.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to
the front tires and rear tires. Never
exceed the maximum co ld tire inflation
pressure indicated on the tire sidewall.
Wheel size 15  6 J, 15  6 JJ
Wheel nut torque 83 ft·lbf (113 N·m, 11.5 kgf·m)

512 6-1. 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
separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible
tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation
pressure
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
inflation pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those
standard items which may be replaced) of
transmission, 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
vehicle 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 ............................................. 236
ABS ........................................... 191
Access doors .............................39
Accessory meter ...................... 163
Active traction control system .................................... 181
Air conditioning filter............... 403
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter .............. 403
Manual air conditioning system ................................ 236
Airbags Airbag operating conditions.....85
Airbag precautions for your
child ......................................90
Airbag warning light............... 442
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions..............................86
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ...........................90
Front passenger occupant classification system .............99
General airbag precautions .....90
Locations of airbags ................82
Modification and disposal of airbags ..................................94
Passenger airbag off switch ....................................95
Proper driving posture .......80, 90
Roll sensing of curtain shield airbag off switch .................... 97
Side airbag operating conditions..............................86
Side airbag precautions ..........90
SRS airbags ............................82
Antenna..................................... 249
Anti-lock brake system ABS warning light .................. 442
Anti-lock brake system .......... 191
Audio input ............................... 271
Audio remote controls............. 273 Audio system
Antenna ................................. 249
Audio input ............................ 271
AUX port ............................... 271
CD player .............................. 253
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 259
Optimal use ........................... 267
Portable music player ........... 271
Radio..................................... 247
Steering wheel audio switch.................................. 273
Sub woofer ............................ 270
Type ...................................... 244
AUTO LSD system ................... 183
Automatic light off system...... 165
Automatic limited slip differential .............................. 183
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ......... 147
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 469
AUX port ................................... 271
Auxiliary box .... 310, 316, 334, 335
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 424
Wattage................................. 503
Back window .............................. 73
Battery Charging system warning
light ..................................... 442
Checking ............................... 384
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 471
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 209
Bluetooth
®................................ 280
Bottle holders................... 310, 314
Brake assist.............................. 191
A
B

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Limited slip differential ........... 183
Load capacity .......... 202, 207, 485
Lock steering column ............... 64
Luggage storage box .............. 339
Luggage compartment
features .................................. 334
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance .. 366
General maintenance ........... 362
Maintenance data ................. 484
Maintenance requirements ... 360
Vehicle exterior..................... 354
Vehicle interior...................... 357
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 442
Manual air conditioning system ................................... 236
Manual transmission .............. 150
Meter Accessory meter................... 163
Instrument panel light control ................................ 158
Meters .................................. 157
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ............ 65
Side mirrors ............................ 68
Vanity mirrors ....................... 320
MP3 disc................................... 259
Noise from under vehicle ......... 24 Odometer ..................................158
Off-road precautions
Driving ...................................199
Vehicle ..................................197
Oil
Engine oil ..............................374
Warning light .................442, 444
Opener
Fuel door .................................74
Hood......................................370
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding ...............68
Outside temperature display ....................................322
Overhead console ....................318
Overheating, Engine ................475
Parking brake ...........................154
Passenger airbag off switch Installing the child restraint system ..................114
Passenger airbag off switch
precautions .........................107
Passenger airbag off switch ....................................95
Passenger risk group ..............96
Personal lights .........................309
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs .............422
Switch....................................164
Wattage .................................503
Power outlet .....................324, 325
Power steering Fluid ......................................382
Power windows ..........................71
M
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Seatback table ......................... 331
Service reminder
indicators .............................. 160
Shift lever Automatic transmission ........ 147
Four-wheel drive................... 177
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 469
Manual transmission ............ 150
Shift lock system..................... 469
Side airbags ............................... 82
Side doors.................................. 35
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs .... 422, 427
Switch ................................... 164
Wattage ................................ 503
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding .............. 68
Spare tire Inflation pressure .................. 500
Replacing ............................. 450
Storage location ................... 450
Spark plug................................ 495
Specifications .......................... 484
Speedometer ........................... 157
SRS airbags
Curtain shield airbags............. 82
Front airbags .......................... 82
Passenger airbag off switch ................................... 95
Precautions ............................ 90
Roll sensing of curtain shield airbag off switch ................... 97
Side airbags ........................... 82
Steering wheel
Adjustment ............................. 64
Audio switch ......................... 273
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 427
Wattage ................................ 503 Storage feature.........................310
Storage precautions ................205
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes stuck ...................................478
Sun visors.................................319
Switch A-TRAC switch ......................181
Clutch start cancel switch......190
Cruise control switch .............170
DAC switch............................188
Emergency flashers switch ...430
Engine switch ........................144
Fog light switch .....................166
Front-wheel drive control
switch ..................................177
Ignition switch........................144
Hazard light switch ................430
Headlights switch ..................164
Light switch ...........................164
Passenger airbag off
switch ....................................95
Power door lock switch ...........36
Power window switch ..............71
Rear differential lock switch ..................................185
Roll sensing of curtain shield airbag off switch ....................97
Tire pressure warning
reset switch .........................389
Turn signal lights ...................153
VSC OFF switch............183, 192
Window lock switch .................71
Wiper and washer .................167