checking oil TOYOTA VENZA 2011 Owners Manual (in English)

492 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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494 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. 610
Oil quantity
(Low  Full)1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
ItemsClean funnel
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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.

668 Alphabetical index
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Trip information ............. 180, 194
Warning messages ............... 573
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 482
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights ..............430
Wattage .................................619
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 ......................................... 561
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 150
Correct posture ..................... 105
Procedures............................ 148
Utility vehicle precautions......229
Winter driving tips.................. 241
Electric power steering ...........223
Electronic key If your electronic key battery is discharged...522, 590
Emergency, in case of If a warning message is displayed............................. 573
If the electronic key does not operate properly............ 590
If the engine will not start ......585
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P” ...................588
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................593
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................558
If the warning light turns on ...558
If you have a flat tire ............. 574
If you lose your keys ............. 589 If you think something is
wrong .................................. 553
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 601
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 603
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 549
If your vehicle overheats ....... 598
Emergency flashers................. 548
Engine Compartment ........................ 490
Engine switch ................ 159, 163
Hood ..................................... 486
How to start the
engine ......................... 159, 163
Identification number............. 607
If the engine will not start ...... 585
Ignition switch ............... 159, 163
Overheating .......................... 598
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 613
Checking ............................... 497
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 241
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ...................................... 174
Engine immobilizer system ...... 97
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 610
Checking ............................... 492
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 241
Engine oil maintenance
data ......................................... 495
Engine switch........................... 159
EPS............................................ 223
Event data recorder ................. 556
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Towing
Dinghy towing ....................... 258
Emergency towing ................ 549
Trailer towing ........................ 246
TRAC ........................................ 223
Traction control ....................... 223
Trailer towing........................... 246
Trip information display ........................... 180, 194
Trip meter................................. 174
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 536
Switch ................................... 171
Wattage ................................ 619
Utility vehicle precautions...... 229
Valet key..................................... 26
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 446
Wattage ................................ 619
Vanity mirrors .......................... 446
Vehicle identification number................................... 607
Vehicle stability control .......... 223
VSC ........................................... 223
Warning buzzers Brake system........................ 558
Open door ........................... 561
Seat belt reminder ................ 561
Warning lights Active Torque Control 4WD system................................ 561
Automatic headlight leveling system................................ 559
Anti-lock brake system ......... 560
Brake system........................ 558
Charging system .... .............. 559 Electric power steering ..........559
Engine oil maintenance ......... 561
Engine oil pressure ...............559
Low fuel level ........................561
Malfunction indicator lamp ....559
Master warning......................561
Open door .............................561
Seat belt reminder .................561
SRS airbags ..........................560
Tire pressure .........................561
Washer fluid ..........................561
Warning messages ..................573
Washer
Checking ...............................505
Preparing and checking before winter .......................241
Switch....................................210
Washing and waxing ...............470
Weight
Cargo capacity ......................234
Load limits .............................239
Weight ...................................606
Wheels ......................................517
Window glasses ........................85
Window lock switch ...................85
Windows Power windows .......................85
Rear window defogger ..........278
Washer ..................................210
Windshield wiper de-icer.........278
Windshield wipers ...........210, 472
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............522
Wireless remote control key ....43
WMA disc ..................................303
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*: Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.