air filter TOYOTA tC 2015 Owners Manual (in English)

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning 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
Air conditioning filter ........... 332
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery ....... 335
Checking and replacing fuses ................. 341
Light bulbs .......................... 352 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ............ 364
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................... 365
If you think something is wrong ............................ 374
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 375
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 376
If you have a flat tire ........... 394
If the engine will not start .................................. 408
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (automatic
transmission) .................... 411
If you lose your keys ........... 412
If the electronic key does not operate properly ......... 413
If the vehicle battery is discharged .................... 417
If your vehicle overheats..... 421
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 424
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency........................ 426
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises

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■When outside air temperature is below 32 °F (0 °C)
The cooling and dehumidification function may not operate even when

is pressed.
■ Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.
● During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter
into and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause
odor to be emitted from the vents.
● To reduce potential odors from occurring:
It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
■ Air conditioning filter
P. 332
CAUTION
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The
difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the wind-
shield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your
vision.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.

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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning 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
Air conditioning filter......... 332
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery ..... 335
Checking and replacing fuses ............... 341
Light bulbs........................ 352

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CAUTION
■
When working near the electric c ooling fans or radiator grille
Vehicles without a smart key system
Be sure the engine switch is off. With the engine switch in the “ON” position,
the electric cooling fans may automatically start to run if the air conditioning
is on and/or the coolant temperature is high. ( P. 305)
Vehicles with a smart key system
Be sure the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is off. With the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch in IGNITION ON mode, the electric cooling fans may automat\
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ically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature
is high. ( P. 305)
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air.

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Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air
conditioning efficiency.
■ Removal method
Vehicles without a smart key system:
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
Open the glove box. ( P. 254)
Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the claws.
Remove the cover.
Remove the filter cover.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5

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Remove the filter.
■ Replacement method
Replace the air conditioning
filter with a new one.
The “UP” marks shown on
the filter should be pointing up.
STEP 6

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■Changing interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas wit h heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to
the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
■ If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
NOTICE
■When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the
system.

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 238
ABS........................................... 215
“ACC” position ........................ 166
Accessory lights ................. 6, 199
ACCESSORY mode ................. 172
Active head restraint................. 70
Air conditioning filter .............. 332
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ............. 332
Air conditioning system ........ 238
Airbags Airbag operating
conditions ........................... 112
Airbag precautions for your child.................................... 117
Airbag warning light .............. 378
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ........... 112
Curtain shield airbag precautions ........................ 117
Front passenger occupant
classification system .......... 123
General airbag precautions ........................ 117
Locations of airbags ............. 108
Modification and disposal of airbags ............................... 122
Proper driving posture ....................... 106, 117
Side airbag operating
conditions ........................... 112
Side airbag precautions........ 117
SRS airbags ......................... 108
Antenna .................................... 277
Anti-lock brake system ........... 215
Assist grips.............................. 266
Audio input .............................. 247
Audio system Audio input ........................... 247
AUX port/USB port ............... 247
Portable music player ........... 247
Steering wheel audio
switch ................................. 248 Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission .........178
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P......................411
Paddle shift switches.....180, 181
S mode ..................................181
AUX port/USB port ...................247
Auxiliary box ....................256, 269
Average fuel consumption display ....................................191
Back door Back door ................................61
Wireless remote control ..........48
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............352
Wattage .................................440
Battery Checking ...............................308
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..........................417
Preparing and checking before winter .......................226
Bottle holders ...........................257
Brake Fluid ......................................305
Parking brake ........................188
Brake assist ..............................215
Break-in tips .............................153
Brightness control Instrument panel light control .................................192A
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