maintenance TOYOTA VENZA 2011 Owners Manual (in English)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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VENZA_U (OM73008U)
1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information
3Interior
featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior 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 careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior............ 470
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior............. 473
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ..................... 476
General maintenance.......... 478
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................... 481
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 482
Hood ................................... 486
Positioning a floor jack ........ 488
Engine compartment ........... 490
Tires .................................... 506
Tire inflation pressure ......... 513
Wheels ................................ 517
Air conditioning filter............ 519
Key battery .......................... 522
Checking and replacing fuses.................. 526
Light bulbs........................... 536 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers............ 548
If your vehicle needs to be towed....................... 549
If you think something is wrong ............................ 553
If noise can be heard from under vehicle............ 554
Fuel pump shut off system ................. 555
Event data recorder ............ 556
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 558
If a warning message is displayed ...................... 573
If you have a flat tire ........... 574
If the engine will not start ...................... 585
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from “P”............ 588
If you lose your keys........... 589
If the electronic key does not operate properly
(vehicles with smart key
system)............................. 590
If the battery is discharged........................ 593
If your vehicle overheats .... 598
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................. 601
If your vehicle has to be stopped
in an emergency............... 603
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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6-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 606
Fuel information ................. 620
Tire information .................. 623
6-2. Customization Customizable features ....... 638
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize................. 645
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................ 648
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 649
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 651 Abbreviation list ............... 664
Alphabetical index ............ 666
What to do if... ................... 674
6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
Index

98 1-6. Theft deterrent system
VENZA_U (OM73008U)
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
● If 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.
■ Certifications for the en gine immobilizer system
● For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
Vehicles with smart key system
FCC ID: NI4TMIMB-1
Vehicles without smart key system
FCC ID: MOZRI-21BTY
NOTE:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is sub-
ject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harm-
ful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party respon-
sible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

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Before driving
VENZA_U (OM73008U)
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System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.
■ Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure
of the following.
● Nobody is in the vehicle.
● The windows and moon roof are closed before the alarm is set.
● No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
■ Deactivating or stopping the alarm
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm.
●Unlock the doors using the entry function (vehicles with smart
key system) or the wire less remote control.
● Start the engine. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped
after a few seconds.)

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
VENZA_U (OM73008U)
NOTICE
■
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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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
VENZA_U (OM73008U)
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Break-in schedule
If your vehicle is new or equipped with any new power train components
(such as an engine, transmission, differential and wheel bearing), Toyota
recommends that you do not tow a trailer until it has been driven for over 500
miles (800 km).
However, avoid full throttle acceleration.
■ Maintenance
● If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance
due to the additional load. (See “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or
“Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
● Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball after approximately 600 miles
(1000 km) of trailer towing.
CAUTION
■Trailer towing precautions
● Follow all the instructions described in this section. Failure to do so could
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
● Exceeding the towing capacity, GVWR or GAWR can cause an accident
resulting in death or serious personal injuries.

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VENZA_U (OM73008U)
4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ......... 470
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .......... 473
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................. 476
General maintenance....... 478
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ........................ 481
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions .................... 482
Hood ................................ 486
Positioning a floor jack ..... 488
Engine compartment ........ 490
Tires ................................. 506
Tire inflation pressure ...... 513
Wheels ............................. 517
Air conditioning filter......... 519
Key battery ....................... 522
Checking and replacing fuses ............... 526
Light bulbs........................ 536

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
■Automatic car washes
● Before washing the vehicle, do the following.
• Fold the mirrors back.
• Turn the power back door system off.
● Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface
and harm your vehicle’s paint.
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime
condition.
● Working from top to bottom, liber ally 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 cham-
ois.
● 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 vehicle
body is cool.

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Maintenance and care
VENZA_U (OM73008U)
■
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.
● 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.
CAUTION
■Caution about 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.