fluid TOYOTA VERSO 2013 User Guide

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CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury, observe the following precautions.
When working on the engine compartment
Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the
engine compartment.
Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat-
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulphuric acid.
Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with
clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
When working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
Vehicles without smart entry & start system: Be sure the engine switch is
in the “LOCK” position.
With the engine switch in the “ON” position, the electric cooling fan may
automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant
temperature is high. (P. 423)
Vehicles with smart entry & start system: Be sure the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is OFF.
With the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in IGNITION ON mode, the elec-
tric cooling fan may automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on
and/or the coolant temperature is high. (P. 423)
Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in the eyes.

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NOTICE
If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air.
If the brake fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious problem.

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Engine compartment
Gasoline engine
Washer fluid tank (P. 427)
Engine coolant reservoir
(P. 421)
Engine oil level dipstick
(P. 416)
Engine oil filler cap
(P. 418)Fuse box (P. 444)
Battery (P. 423)
Electric cooling fan
Condenser (P. 423)
Radiator (P. 423)

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Diesel engine
Washer fluid tank (P. 427)
Engine coolant reservoir
(P. 421)
Engine oil level dipstick
(P. 416)
Engine oil filler cap
(P. 418)Fuel filter (P. 428)
Fuse box (P. 444)
Battery (P. 423)
Condenser (P. 423)
Electric cooling fans
Intercooler (P. 423)
Radiator (P. 423)

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VERSO_WE_OM64550E_EURO5Battery exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that
there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.
Terminals
Hold-down clamp
Checking battery fluid (vehicles with gasoline engine)
Check that the level is between
the “MAX” and “MIN” lines.
“MAX” line
“MIN” line
If the fluid level is at or below the
“MIN” line, add distilled water.

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VERSO_WE_OM64550E_EURO5Adding distilled water (vehicles with gasoline engine)
Remove the vent plug.
Add distilled water.
If the “MAX” line cannot be seen, check the fluid level by looking
directly at the cell.
Put the vent plug back on and close it securely.
Low O.K.
Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable
and explosive. Therefore, before recharging:
If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to discon-
nect the ground cable.
Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and
disconnecting the charger cables to the battery.
After recharging the battery (vehicles with smart entry & start system)
The engine may not start. Follow the procedure below to initialize the sys-
tem.
Shift the shift lever to “P” (Multidrive or automatic transmission) or
depress the brake pedal with the shift lever in “N” (manual transmis-
sion).
Open and close any of the doors.
Restart the engine.

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Washer fluid
If the fluid level is extremely low,
add washer fluid.
Raise the cap keeping your finger
pressed down on the hole in the
center and check the fluid level in
the tube.
NOTICE
When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all
accessories are turned off.
When adding distilled water (vehicles with gasoline engine)
Avoid overfilling. Water spilled during battery recharging may cause corro-
sion.
CAUTION
When refilling the washer fluid
Do not refill the washer fluid when the engine is hot or running, as the
washer fluid contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine, etc.

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Fuel filter (diesel engine only)
You may drain the fuel filter yourself. However, as the operation is dif-
ficult, we recommend having it drained by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional. Even if you decide to drain it yourself, contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
The water in the fuel filter needs to be drained if the “DRAIN WATER
FROM FUEL FILTER” warning message is shown on the multi-infor-
mation display and a buzzer sounds. (P. 494)
Vehicles without smart entry & start system:
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system:
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
Place a small tray under the drain plug to catch the water and
any fuel that comes out.
NOTICE
Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.
Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the label of the washer fluid bot-
tle.

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Replacing light bulbs
Before replacing the following bulbs:
Headlight (halogen headlights)
Front position light (halogen headlights without daytime running
light system)
Front position light/daytime running light (halogen headlights
with daytime running light system)
Front turn signal light
Removing the engine compartment cover. (P. 415)
Removing the air cleaner duct and/or moving the washer fluid
filler opening.
Left side
Remove the upper of the air
cleaner duct.
Remove the securing clip.
Remove the upper of the air
cleaner duct to allow easy
access to light bulbs.
After replacing the bulbs, make
sure to firmly install the upper
portion of the air cleaner duct and
secure it with the clip.

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Move the washer fluid filler open-
ing.
Remove the securing clip.
Move the washer fluid filler
opening.
After replacing the bulbs, make
sure to firmly install the washer
fluid filler opening and secure it
with the clip.
Headlight low beam (halogen headlights)
Turn the cover to the open posi-
tion and remove it.
Open position