oil TOYOTA VENZA 2009 Owners Manual (in English)

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenanceDo-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 436
Hood ................................... 440
Positioning a floor jack ........ 442
Engine compartment ........... 444
Tires .................................... 461
Tire inflation pressure ......... 468
Wheels ................................ 472
Air conditioning filter............ 474
Key battery .......................... 477
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 481
Light bulbs........................... 491
5-1. Essential information Emergency flashers ............ 504
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................ 505
If you think something is wrong ................................ 509
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 510
Event data recorder ............ 511 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds.............................. 513
If a warning message is displayed .......................... 528
If you have a flat tire ........... 529
If the engine will not start.... 540
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from “P”................. 543
If you lose your keys........... 544
If the electronic key does not operate properly
(vehicles with smart key
system)............................. 545
If the battery is discharged........................ 548
If your vehicle overheats .... 553
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 556
6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .................... 560
Fuel information.................. 572
Tire information .................. 575
6-2. Customization Customizable features........ 590
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize ................. 597
5When trouble arises
6Vehicle specifications

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NOTICE
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
● It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds.
● The vehicle will behave abnormally.
Replace a flat tire with a new one. ( P. 529)
■ When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle.
● Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following.
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, tran-
saxle, transfer (AWD models), differential (AWD models), etc.
● Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft (AWD models), bearings and
suspension joints (where possible) and the function of all joints, bearings,
etc.

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When driving
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NOTICE
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To prevent the water damage
Take all necessary safety measures to ensure that water damage to the
engine or other components does not occur.
● Water entering the engine air intake will cause severe engine damage.
● Water entering the automatic transmission will cause deterioration in shift
quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ulti-
mately damage.
● Water can wash the grease from wheel bearings, causing rusting and pre-
mature failure, and may also enter the differentials, transmission and
transfer case, reducing the gear oil’s lubricating qualities.
■ When you drive through water
If driving through water, such as when crossing shallow streams, first check
the depth of the water and the bottom of the river bed for firmness. Drive
slowly and avoid deep water.
■ Inspection after off-road driving
● Sand and mud that has accumulat ed in brake drums and around brake
discs may affect braking efficiency and may damage brake system compo-
nents.
● Always perform a maintenance inspection after each day of off-road driv-
ing that has taken you through rough terrain, sand, mud, or water. For
scheduled maintenance information, refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

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When driving
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Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.

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3-2. Using the audio system
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Interior features
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NOTICE
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Player precautions
Failure to follow the precautions below may result in damage to the CDs or
the player itself.
● Do not insert anything other than CDs into the CD slot.
● Do not apply oil to the player.
● Store CDs away from direct sunlight.
● Never try to disassemble any part of the player.
●Do not insert more than one CD at a
time.

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NOTICE
■Cleaning the display
Wipe the display with a dry soft cloth.
If the screen is wiped with a rough cloth, the surface of the screen may be
scratched.
■ To prevent damage to the remote controller
● Keep the remote controller away from direct sunlight, high temperature
and high humidity.
● Do not drop or knock the remote controller against hard objects.
● Do not sit on or place heavy objects on the remote controller.
■ Discs and adapters that cannot be used
 P. 300
■ Player precautions
Failure to follow the precautions below may result in damage to the discs or
the player itself.
● Do not insert anything other than discs into the disc slot.
● Do not apply oil to the player.
● Store discs away from direct sunlight.
● Never try to disassemble any part of the player.
■ For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
● Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
● Do not touch or move any other components inside the remote control.
● Do not bend either of the battery terminals.

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Maintenance and care
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High pressure car washes
● Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity
of the windows.
● Before car wash, check that the fuel filler door is closed.
■ 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.
■ Bumpers and side moldings
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
■ To prevent paint deterioratio n and corrosion on the body
● Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If you see dead insects or bird droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,
iron powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in 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.

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Maintenance and care
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Allow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Toyota dealer
● Toyota technicians are well-trained specialists and are kept up to date
with the latest service information. They are well informed about the
operations of all systems on your vehicle.
● Keep a copy of the repair order. It proves that the maintenance that has
been performed is under warranty coverage. If any problem should arise
while your vehicle is under warranty, your Toyota dealer will promptly
take care of it.
CAUTION
■Warning in handling of battery, oils, fuels, and fluids
● Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and a wide variety of automobile
components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Work in a
well ventilated area.
● Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by
component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of Califor-
nia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Avoid
exposure and wash any affected area immediately.
● Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your hands
after handling. ( P. 457)

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General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery • Maintenance-free ( P. 457)
Brake fluid • At the correct level? ( P. 455)
Engine coolant • At the correct level? ( P. 452)
Engine oil • At the correct level? ( P. 446)
Exhaust system • No fumes or strange sounds?
Radiator/condenser/hoses • Not blocked with foreign matter?
(P. 454)
Washer fluid • At the correct level? ( P. 460)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide”, “Owner’s Manual Supplement ”. It is recommended that any
problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your
Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice.

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Maintenance and care
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ItemsParts and tools
Engine oil level (
P. 446)
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( P. 481)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Radiator and condenser (P. 454)
Tire inflation pressure ( P. 468)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid (P. 460)
• Water
• Washer fluid containing antifreeze
(for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding washer fluid)