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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, as 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 tightened.
Engine oil
1AD-FTV engines using diesel fuel that contains 500 ppm or less of sul-
phur (P. 120)
Do not use ACEA C2 as it will degrade the oil when used.
1AD-FTV (with DPF catalytic converter)
* and 2AD-FHV engines
(P. 120)
Using engine oil other than ACEA C2 may damage the catalytic con-
verter.
1WW-FHV engine (P. 120)
Using engine oil other than “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil 5W-30 Premium
Fuel Economy for 1WW/2WW engines” may damage the catalytic con-
verter.
If “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil 5W-30 Premium Fuel Economy for 1WW/
2WW engines” or any of the approved engine oils listed are not available
at the time, up to 1 L of ACEA C3 can be used to refill.
*: To distinguish the 1AD-FTV engine, ask any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
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If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, reservoir cap, radiator cap, drain cock
and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional, test the cap and check for
leaks in the cooling system.
Coolant selection
1ZR-FAE, 2ZR-FAE, 1AD-FTV and 2AD-FHV engines
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality eth-
ylene glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate
coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology.
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50%
deionized water. (Enabled: -35C [-31F])
1WW-FHV engine
Only use “Toyota Premium Long Life Coolant for 1WW/2WW engines” or
any of the approved engine coolants listed. (P. 616)
“Toyota Premium Long Life Coolant for 1WW/2WW engines” is a mixture
of 50% coolant and 50% deionized water. (Enabled: -35C [-31F])
For more details about engine coolant, contact any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
CAUTION
When the engine is hot
Do not remove the coolant reservoir cap.
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the
cap is removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns.
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Maintenance and care
Radiator, condenser and intercooler
Check the radiator, condenser and intercooler (diesel engine only)
and clear any foreign objects.
If any of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of
their condition, have your vehicle checked by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
NOTICE
When adding engine coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor straight antifreeze. The correct mixture of
water and antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion
protection and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent damage to parts or paint.
CAUTION
When the engine is hot
Do not touch the radiator, condenser or intercooler, as they may be hot and
cause serious injuries, such as burns.
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Maintenance and care
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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Maintenance and care
Checking and replacing fuses
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have
blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary.
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.
The fuses are located in the following places. To check the
fuses, follow the instructions below.
Engine compartment
Push the tab in and lift the lid
off.
Under the driver’s side instrument panel (left-hand drive
vehicles)
Type A
Remove the lid.
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Light bulbs
You may replace the following bulbs yourself. The difficulty level of
replacement varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb
replacement seems difficult to perform, contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Prepare a replacement light bulb
Check the wattage of the light bulb being replaced. (P. 624)
Remove the engine compartment cover
P. 423)
Front bulb locations
*1: Halogen headlights without daytime running light system
*2: Halogen headlights with daytime running light system
Headlight high beam
(halogen headlights)
Headlight low beam
(halogen headlights)
Front turn
signal light
Front fog light Front position light
*1
Front position light/
daytime running light
*2
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517 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
Follow the correction procedures.
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light turns off.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Low fuel level warning
light
Gasoline engine:
Indicates that remaining
fuel is about 9.0 L (2.4
gal., 2.0 Imp. gal.) or less.
Diesel engine:
Indicates that remaining
fuel is about 8.3 L (2.2
gal., 1.8 Imp. gal.) or less.Refuel the vehicle.
Master warning light
A buzzer sounds and the
warning light comes on or
flashes to indicate that the
master warning system
has detected a malfunc-
tion.Take appropriate action in
accordance with the mes-
sage displayed on the multi-
information display.
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521 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
If non-genuine Toyota wheels are used (Even if you use Toyota wheels,
the tire pressure warning system may not work properly with some types
of tires.)
If tire chains are used
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for
1 minute (vehicles with a tire pressure warning light system)
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 min-
ute when the engine switch (vehicles without smart entry & start system) or
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch (vehicles with smart entry & start sys-
tem) is turned on, have it checked by any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
CAUTION
If the tire pressure warning light comes on (vehicles with a tire pres-
sure warning light system)
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause a
loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire infla-
tion pressure immediately.
If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure
adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire
is flat, change it with the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the
nearest any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you
could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur (vehicles with a tire
pressure warning light system)
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.
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527 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
(Flashes)Indicates that the
parking brake is still
engaged.
A buzzer sounds to
indicate that parking
brake is still engaged
(with the vehicle hav-
ing reached a speed
of more than 5 km/h [3
mph]).Release the parking
brake.
*1Indicates that the Mul-
tidrive or automatic
transmission fluid
temperature is too
high.
A buzzer also sounds.Stop the vehicle in a
safe place and shift
lever to “P”.
If the light does not go
off, contact any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped
professional.
*2
Indicates that engine
oil level is low.
A buzzer also sounds.Check the level of
engine oil, and add if
necessary.
(Flashes)Indicates that the
headlight switch is left
on (with the key
removed and the
driver’s door opened).
A buzzer also sounds.Turn the headlight
switch off.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure
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