checking oil TOYOTA VENZA 2013 Owners Manual (in English)

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Engine oil
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■ Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine
and turning it off, 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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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. 484
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.

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Alphabetical index
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Engine coolan
t temperature
gauge ..................................... 186
Engine immobilizer system .... 107
Engine oil
Capacity ............................... 484
Checking .............................. 363
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 251
Engine switch .................. 171, 175
EPS ........................................... 231
Event data recorder .................. 23
Floor mat .................................. 322
Fluid
Brake .................................... 370
Washer ................................. 375
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 413
Switch ................................... 219
Wattage ................................ 492
Four-wheel drive system ........ 232
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 413
Switch ................................... 219
Wattage ................................ 492
Front passenger occupant classification system............ 132
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 435
Front seats
Adjustment ............................. 67
Driving position memory ......... 73
Front side marker light
Replacing light bulbs ............ 416
Wattage ................................ 492
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 414
Wattage ................................ 492 Fuel
Capacity ................................483
Fuel gauge ............................186
Fuel pump shut off system ....431
Information ............................494
Refueling ...............................103
Type ......................................494
Fuel door...................................103
Fuel filler door ..........................103
Fuel pump shut off system ....................................431
Fuses.........................................397
Garage door opener.................326
Gauges ......................................186
Glove box..................................304
Glove box light .........................304
Hands-free system
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Head restraints
Adjusting .................................78
Headlights Replacing light bulbs .............407
Switch....................................208
Wattage .................................492
Heaters
Seat heaters ..........................318
Side mirror.............................290
Hill-start assist control ............237
Hood ..........................................357
Hooks Cargo hook............................324
Shopping bag hooks .............324
Horn...........................................185
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*: Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual” or “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual”.

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Vanity lightsVanity lights ...........................315
Wattage .................................492
Vanity mirrors...........................315
Vehicle identification number ...................................481
Vehicle stability control...........231
VSC............................................ 231
Warning buzzers Brake system ........................432
Open door ............................ 435
Seat belt reminder .................435
Warning lights
Active Torque Control 4WD system ................................436
Automatic headlight leveling
system ................................434
Anti-lock brake system .......... 434
Brake system ........................432
Charging system .... ...............433
Electric power steering .......... 434
Engine oil pressure ............... 433
Low fuel level ........................436
Maintenance required reminder..............................437
Malfunction indicator lamp ....433
Master warning......................436
Open door ............................. 435
Seat belt reminder .................435
SRS airbags .......................... 434
Tire pressure .........................435
Washer fluid .......................... 436 Warning messages .................. 446
Washer
Checking ............................... 375
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 251
Switch ........................... 221, 225
Washing and waxing ............... 340
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 244
Load limits ............................. 249
Weight ................................... 480
Wheels ...................................... 387
Window glasses ........................ 95
Window lock switch................... 95
Windows
Power windows ....................... 95
Rear window defogger .......... 290
Washer.................................. 221
Windshield wiper de-icer ........ 290
Windshield wipers ................... 221
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............ 393
Wireless remote control key.... 45
WMA disc
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*: Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual” or “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual”.