checking oil TOYOTA VENZA 2010 Owners Manual (in English)

488 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Engine oilWith the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■ Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level gro und. After turning off the engine,
wait more than five minutes for the oil to drain back into the
bottom of the engine.
Hold a rag under the end and
pull the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.
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STEP3
STEP4
STEP5

490 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as already in
the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the filler cap, turning it clockwise.
Engine oil selectionP. 606
Oil quantity
(Low  Full)1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
ItemsClean funnel
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
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
Charging system warning light Malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Low engine oil pressure warning light Abnormal level of engine oil pressure.
This warning light may turn on if the level of engine oil
declines. The light should turn off after checking the oil
and adding oil if necessary.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Malfunction indicator lamp Malfunction in:
• The emission control system;
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system.

652 Alphabetical index
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Trip information ............. 178, 192
Warning messages ............... 569
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 478
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights ..............426
Wattage .................................615
Door lock Back door ................................54
Side door ................................. 48
Wireless remote control key .... 43
Doors Back door ................................54
Side door ................................. 48
Side mirrors .............................82
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 557
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 148
Correct posture ..................... 103
Procedures............................ 146
Utility vehicle precautions......226
Winter driving tips.................. 238
Electric power steering ...........220
Electronic key If your electronic key battery is discharged...518, 586
Emergency, in case of If a warning message is displayed............................. 569
If the electronic key does not operate properly............ 586
If the engine will not start ......581
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P” ...................584
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................589
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................554
If the warning light turns on ...554
If you have a flat tire ............. 570
If you lose your keys ............. 585 If you think something is
wrong .................................. 549
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 597
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 599
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 545
If your vehicle overheats ....... 594
Emergency flashers................. 544
Engine Compartment ........................ 486
Engine switch ................ 157, 161
Hood ..................................... 482
How to start the
engine ......................... 157, 161
Identification number............. 603
If the engine will not start ...... 581
Ignition switch ............... 157, 161
Overheating .......................... 594
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 609
Checking ............................... 493
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 238
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ...................................... 172
Engine immobilizer system ...... 96
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 606
Checking ............................... 488
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 238
Engine oil maintenance
data ......................................... 491
Engine switch........................... 157
EPS............................................ 220
Event data recorder ................. 552
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Towing
Dinghy towing ....................... 255
Emergency towing ................ 545
Trailer towing ........................ 243
TRAC ........................................ 220
Traction control ....................... 220
Trailer towing........................... 243
Trip information display ........................... 178, 192
Trip meter................................. 172
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 532
Switch ................................... 169
Wattage ................................ 615
Utility vehicle precautions...... 226
Valet key..................................... 26
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 442
Wattage ................................ 615
Vanity mirrors .......................... 442
Vehicle identification number................................... 603
Vehicle stability control .......... 220
VSC ........................................... 220
Warning buzzers Brake system........................ 554
Open door ........................... 557
Seat belt reminder ................ 557
Warning lights Active Torque Control 4WD system................................ 557
Automatic headlight leveling system................................ 555
Anti-lock brake system ......... 556
Brake system........................ 554
Charging system .... .............. 555 Electric power steering ..........555
Engine oil maintenance ......... 557
Engine oil pressure ...............555
Low fuel level ........................557
Malfunction indicator lamp ....555
Master warning......................557
Open door .............................557
Seat belt reminder .................557
SRS airbags ..........................556
Tire pressure .........................557
Washer fluid ..........................557
Warning messages ..................569
Washer
Checking ...............................501
Preparing and checking before winter .......................238
Switch....................................208
Washing and waxing ...............466
Weight
Cargo capacity ......................231
Load limits .............................236
Weight ...................................602
Wheels ......................................513
Window glasses ........................85
Window lock switch ...................85
Windows Power windows .......................85
Rear window defogger ..........274
Washer ..................................208
Windshield wiper de-icer.........274
Windshield wipers ...........208, 468
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............518
Wireless remote control key ....43
WMA disc ..................................299
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*: Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.