oil level TOYOTA VENZA 2014 Owners Manual (in English)

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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6-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 486
Fuel information ................. 500
Tire information .................. 504
6-2. Customization Customizable features ....... 519
6-3. Initialization Items to initialize................. 529
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................ 532
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 533
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 535 Abbreviation list ............... 548
Alphabetical index ............ 550
What to do if... .................. 559
6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
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Maintenance and care
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General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery • Maintenance-free ( P. 378)
Brake fluid • At the correct level? (P. 376)
Engine coolant • At the correct level? (P. 373)
Engine oil • At the correct level? (P. 369)
Exhaust system • No fumes or strange sounds?
Radiator/condenser/hoses • Not blocked with foreign matter?
(P. 375)
Washer fluid • At the correct level? (P. 381)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide”, “Owner’s Manual Supplement ”. It is recommended that any
problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your
Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice.

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ItemsParts and tools
Engine oil level (P. 369)
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses ( P. 403)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Radiator and condenser (P. 375)
Tire inflation pressure ( P. 389)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid (P. 381)
• Water
• Washer fluid containing antifreeze
(for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding washer fluid)

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Engine compar tment
2GR-FE engine
Engine coolant reservoir( P. 373)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 371)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 369)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 376)Battery ( P. 378)
Fuse box ( P. 403)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 375)
Radiator ( P. 375)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 381)

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1AR-FE engine
Engine coolant reservoir( P. 373)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 371)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 369)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 376)Battery ( P. 378)
Fuse box ( P. 403)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 375)
Radiator ( P. 375)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 381)

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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.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4

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VENZA_OM_OM73019U_(U)Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.
Flat dipstick
Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may dif-
fer depending on the type of vehi-
cle or engine.
Non-flat dipstickLow
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may dif-
fer depending on the type of vehi-
cle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
STEP5
STEP6

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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
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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Engine coolant
The coolant level is sati sfactory if it is between the “F” and “L” lines on
the reservoir when the engine is cold.
Reservoir cap
Full
Low
If the level is on or below the “L”
line, add coolant up to the “F” line.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on regular basis.
■ When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
● Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
● Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
● Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly retightened.

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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.