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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STEP5

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. 612
Oil quantity
(Low  Full)1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
ItemsClean funnel
STEP1
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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.

670 Alphabetical index
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Trip information ............. 180, 194
Warning messages ............... 575
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 482
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights ..............430
Wattage .................................621
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 ......................................... 563
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 150
Correct posture ..................... 105
Procedures............................ 148
Utility vehicle precautions......230
Winter driving tips.................. 242
Electric power steering ...........224
Electronic key If your electronic key battery is discharged...523, 592
Emergency, in case of If a warning message is displayed............................. 575
If the electronic key does not operate properly............ 592
If the engine will not start ......587
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P” ...................590
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................595
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................560
If the warning light turns on ...560
If you have a flat tire ............. 576
If you lose your keys ............. 591 If you think something is
wrong .................................. 555
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 603
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 605
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 551
If your vehicle overheats ....... 600
Emergency flashers................. 550
Engine Compartment ........................ 490
Engine switch ................ 159, 163
Hood ..................................... 486
How to start the
engine ......................... 159, 163
Identification number............. 609
If the engine will not start ...... 587
Ignition switch ............... 159, 163
Overheating .......................... 600
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 615
Checking ............................... 497
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 242
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ...................................... 174
Engine immobilizer system ...... 97
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 612
Checking ............................... 492
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 242
Engine oil maintenance
data ......................................... 495
Engine switch........................... 159
EPS............................................ 224
Event data recorder ................. 558
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Towing
Dinghy towing ....................... 259
Emergency towing ................ 551
Trailer towing ........................ 247
TRAC ........................................ 224
Traction control ....................... 224
Trailer towing........................... 247
Trip information display ........................... 180, 194
Trip meter................................. 174
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 537
Switch ................................... 171
Wattage ................................ 621
Utility vehicle precautions...... 230
Valet key..................................... 26
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 446
Wattage ................................ 621
Vanity mirrors .......................... 446
Vehicle identification number................................... 609
Vehicle stability control .......... 224
VSC ........................................... 224
Warning buzzers Brake system........................ 560
Open door ........................... 563
Seat belt reminder ................ 563
Warning lights Active Torque Control 4WD system................................ 563
Automatic headlight leveling system................................ 561
Anti-lock brake system ......... 562
Brake system........................ 560
Charging system .... .............. 561 Electric power steering ..........561
Engine oil maintenance ......... 563
Engine oil pressure ...............561
Low fuel level ........................563
Malfunction indicator lamp ....561
Master warning......................563
Open door .............................563
Seat belt reminder .................563
SRS airbags ..........................562
Tire pressure .........................563
Washer fluid ..........................563
Warning messages ..................575
Washer
Checking ...............................505
Preparing and checking before winter .......................242
Switch....................................210
Washing and waxing ...............470
Weight
Cargo capacity ......................235
Load limits .............................240
Weight ...................................608
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 ............523
Wireless remote control key ....43
WMA disc ..................................303
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*: Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.