maintenance TOYOTA tC 2014 Owners Manual (in English)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information
3Interior
featuresAir conditioning as well as other interior features for a
comfortable driving experience
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt
and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 274
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 278
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements .................... 281
General maintenance ......... 284
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 288
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ...................... 289
Hood................................... 294
Positioning a floor jack ....... 296
Engine compartment .......... 298
Tires ................................... 314
Tire inflation pressure......... 325
Wheels ............................... 329
Wireless remote control/
electronic key battery ....... 332
Checking and
replacing fuses ................. 338
Light bulbs .......................... 3495-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ............ 362
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ........................... 363
If you think something
is wrong ............................ 371
Fuel pump shut off
system .............................. 372
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 373
If you have a flat tire ........... 391
If the engine will not
start .................................. 405
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P (automatic
transmission) .................... 408
If you lose your keys ........... 409
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ......... 410
If the vehicle battery
is discharged .................... 414
If your vehicle overheats..... 418
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................. 421
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency........................ 423
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6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.) ............ 426
Fuel information .................. 437
Tire information ................... 441
6-2. Customization
Customizable features ........ 455
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize ................. 459
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ................. 462
Seat belt instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 463
SRS airbag instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 465Abbreviation list ............... 476
Alphabetical index............ 477
What to do if... .................. 485
6Vehicle specifications
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Index

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■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
■Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
●If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
Vehicles with a smart key
system
The indicator light flashes after
the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch has been turned off to
indicate that the system is
operating.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch has been turned
to ACCESSORY or IGNITION
ON mode to indicate that the
system has been canceled.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior......... 274
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior.......... 2784-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements .................. 281
General maintenance....... 284
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 288
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions .................... 289
Hood ................................ 294
Positioning a floor jack ..... 296
Engine compartment ........ 298
Tires ................................. 314
Tire inflation pressure ...... 325
Wheels ............................. 329
Wireless remote control/
electronic key battery ..... 332
Checking and
replacing fuses ............... 338
Light bulbs........................ 349

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime
condition:
●Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any
dirt and dust.
●Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
●For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor-
oughly with water.
●Wipe away any water.
●Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehi-
cle body is cool.

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■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors and remove the antenna before washing the vehicle.
Start washing from the front of the vehicle. Make sure to re-install the
antenna and extend the mirrors before driving.
●Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface
and harm your vehicle’s paint.
■High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity
of the windows.
●Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle
is closed properly.
■Aluminum wheels
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use
hard brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical
cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
●Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after
driving for long distance in the hot weather.
●Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
■Bumpers and side moldings
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
■Notes for a smart key system (if equipped)
●If the door handle becomes wet while the electronic key is within the
effective range, the door may lock and unlock repeatedly. Place the key
in a position 6 ft. (2 m) or more separate from the vehicle while the vehi-
cle is being washed. (Take care to ensure that the key is not stolen.)
●If the electronic key is inside the vehicle and a door handle becomes wet
during a car wash, a buzzer will sound outside the vehicle. To turn off the
alarm, lock all the doors.

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CAUTION
■When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may
cause the electrical components etc. to catch fire.
■Precautions regarding the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled
sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.

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NOTICE
■To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum wheels etc.)
●Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar or tree sap is present on the paint surface
• If dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings are present on the
paint surface
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,
iron powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled with dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
●If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
●To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place
with low humidity when storing the wheels.
■Cleaning the exterior lights
●Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
●Do not apply wax to the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■Antenna installation and removal precautions
●Before driving, ensure that the antenna is installed.
●When the antenna is removed, such as before entering an automatic car
wash, make sure to store it in a suitable place so as not to lose it. Also,
before driving, make sure to reinstall the antenna in its original position.
■To prevent damage to the windshield wiper arms
When lifting the wiper arms away from the windshield, pull the driver side
wiper arm upward first, and repeat for the passenger side. When returning
the wipers to their original position, do so from the passenger side first.

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Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior
The following procedures will help protect your vehicle’s interior and
keep it in top condition:
■Protecting the vehicle interior
Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty sur-
faces with a cloth dampened with lukewarm water.
■Cleaning the leather areas
●Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner.
●Wipe off any excess dirt and dust with a soft cloth dampened
with diluted detergent.
Use a diluted water solution of approximately 5% neutral wool
detergent.
●Wring out any excess water from the cloth and thoroughly
wipe off all remaining traces of detergent.
●Wipe the surface with a dry, soft cloth to remove any remain-
ing moisture. Allow the leather to dry in a shaded and venti-
lated area.