checking oil TOYOTA VENZA 2014 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.
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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. 490
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 .... 108
Engine oil
Capacity ............................... 490
Checking .............................. 369
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 258
Engine switch .................. 171, 175
EPS ........................................... 238
Event data recorder .................. 23
Floor mat .................................. 328
Fluid
Brake .................................... 376
Washer ................................. 381
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 419
Switch ................................... 219
Wattage ................................ 498
Four-wheel drive system ........ 239
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 419
Switch ................................... 219
Wattage ................................ 498
Front passenger occupant classification system............ 133
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 441
Front seats
Adjustment ............................. 67
Driving position memory ......... 73
Front side marker light
Replacing light bulbs ............ 422
Wattage ................................ 498
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 420
Wattage ................................ 498 Fuel
Capacity ................................489
Fuel gauge ............................186
Fuel pump shut off system ....437
Information ............................500
Refueling ...............................104
Type ......................................500
Fuel door...................................104
Fuel filler door ..........................104
Fuel pump shut off system ....................................437
Fuses.........................................403
Garage door opener.................332
Gauges ......................................186
Glove box..................................310
Glove box light .........................310
Hands-free system
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Head restraints
Adjusting .................................78
Headlights Replacing light bulbs .............413
Switch....................................208
Wattage .................................498
Heaters
Seat heaters ..........................324
Side mirror.............................296
Hill-start assist control ............244
Hood ..........................................363
Hooks Cargo hook............................330
Shopping bag hooks .............330
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 ........................... 321
Wattage ................................. 498
Vanity mirrors........................... 321
Vehicle identification number ................................... 487
Vehicle stability control........... 238
VSC............................................ 238
Warning buzzers Brake system ........................ 438
Open door ............................ 441
Seat belt reminder ................. 441
Warning lights
Active Torque Control 4WD system ................................ 442
Automatic headlight leveling
system ................................ 440
Anti-lock brake system .......... 440
Brake system ........................ 438
Charging system .... ............... 439
Electric power steering .......... 440
Engine oil pressure ............... 439
Low fuel level ........................ 442
Maintenance required reminder.............................. 443
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 439
Master warning...................... 442
Open door ............................. 441
Seat belt reminder ................. 441
SRS airbags .......................... 440
Tire pressure ......................... 441
Washer fluid .......................... 442 Warning messages .................. 452
Washer
Checking ............................... 381
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 258
Switch ........................... 221, 225
Washing and waxing ............... 346
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 251
Load limits ............................. 256
Weight ................................... 486
Wheels ...................................... 393
Window glasses ........................ 96
Window lock switch................... 96
Windows
Power windows ....................... 96
Rear window defogger .......... 296
Washer.................................. 221
Windshield wiper de-icer ........ 296
Windshield wipers ................... 221
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............ 399
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”.