run flat TOYOTA VENZA 2015 Owners Manual (in English)

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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors • Operate smoothly?
Engine hood • The lock system works properly?
Fluid leaks • Is there any leakage after parking?
Tire • Is the tire inflatio
n pressure correct?
• The tires should not be damaged or excessively worn.
• Have the tires been rotated according to the maintenance schedule?
• The wheel nuts should not be loose.
Windshield wipers/rear
window wiper • The wiper blades should not show any
signs of cracking, splitting, wear, con-
tamination or deformation.
• The wiper blades should clear the windshield/rear window without streak-
ing or skipping.
CAUTION
■ If the engine is running
Turn off the engine and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
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If your vehicle needs to be towed
Situations needs to contact dealers before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer or commercial towing service before towing.
● The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
your Toyota dealer or commerci al towing service, using a lift-type
truck or a flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all to wing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
2WD models
If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck from the front,
the vehicle’s rear wheels and ax les must be in good conditions.
(  P. 556, 558)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flatbed truck.
AWD models
If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck, use a towing
dolly. ( P. 556, 558)

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
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From the rear
Use a towing dolly under the
front wheels.
Using a flatbed truck
If you use chains or cables to tie
down your vehicle, the angles
shaded in black must be 45.
Do not overly tighten the tie
downs or the vehicle may be
damaged.
■ While towing
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will
not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
■ Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is installed in your luggage compartment. ( P. 579)

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CAUTION
■Using the tire jack
Improper use of the tire jack may lead to death or serious injuries due to
the vehicle suddenly falling off the jack.
●Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or
installing and removing tire chains.
●Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat
tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for
replacing tires on this vehicle.
●Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point.
●Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in it.
●When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle to a hei ght greater than that required to
replace the tire.
●Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
●Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by a jack.
●Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the
jack.
Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one
working on or near the vehicle may be injured.

678 Alphabetical index
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Daytime running light system .................................... 214
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 316
Dimension................................. 612
Dinghy towing .......................... 302
Display Fuel consumption information .......................... 210
Shift position and shift range................................... 182
Trip information ............. 194, 206
Warning messages ............... 578
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 483
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights .............. 430
Wattage ................................. 624
Door lock
Back door ................................56
Side door .................................50
Wireless remote control key ....45
Doors
Back door ................................56
Side door .................................50
Side mirrors .............................92
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ......................................... 567
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 164
Correct posture ..................... 117
Procedures ............................ 162
Utility vehicle precautions...... 264
Winter driving tips.................. 276
Driving position memory...........73
Electric power steering ........... 256
Electronic key
If your electronic key battery is discharged... 523, 595 Emergency, in case of
If a warning message is displayed ............................ 578
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 595
If the engine will not start ...... 590
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P” ................... 593
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................ 598
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................ 564
If the warning light turns on ... 564
If you have a flat tire ............. 579
If you lose your keys ............. 594
If you think something is wrong .................................. 561
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 606
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 608
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 555
If your vehicle overheats ....... 603
Emergency flashers................. 554
Engine
Compartment ........................ 491
Engine switch ................ 173, 177
Hood ..................................... 487
How to start the engine ......................... 173, 177
Identification number............. 613
If the engine will not start ...... 590
Ignition switch ............... 173, 177
Overheating .......................... 603
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 618
Checking ............................... 497
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 276D
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 579If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 109Engine immobilizer system
P. 590If the engine will not start
P. 598If the battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 593If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from “P”
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 603If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 594If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 598If the battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 5 0Side doors
P. 5 6Back door
The horn begins to soundP. 1 1 2Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud
or sandP. 606If the vehicle becomes stuck