check engine TOYOTA VERSO S 2013 Owner's Guide

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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
Gasoline engine: Park the vehicle on level ground. After turn-
ing off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain
back into the bottom of the engine.
Diesel engine: Park the vehicle on level ground. After warm-
ing up the engine and turning it off, wait more than 5 minutes
for the oil to drain back into the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull
the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.
Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may
differ depending on the type of
vehicle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
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If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as that
already in the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
Engine oil selectionP. 515
Oil quantity
(Low  Full)1.5 L (1.6 qt., 1.3 Imp. qt.)
Item Clean funnel
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NOTICE
To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a 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 tightened.
Engine oil (diesel engine only)
Using an engine oil other than ACEA C2 may damage the catalytic con-
verter.

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Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality ethylene
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. (Minimum temperature: -35C [-31F])
For more details about engine coolant, contact any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant reservoir 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.
CAUTION
When the engine is hot
Do not remove the engine 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.
NOTICE
When adding 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 it from damaging parts or paint.

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Radiator, condenser and intercooler
Check the radiator, condenser and intercooler and clear away any
foreign objects.
If any of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of
their condition, have your vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
Battery
Check the battery as follows.
Caution symbols
The meanings of each caution symbol on the top of the battery are as
follows:
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.
No smoking, no naked
flames, no sparksBattery acid
Shield eyesNote operating
instructions
Keep away from chil-
drenExplosive gas

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VERSO-S_EEAdd distilled water.
If the “UPPER LEVEL” line cannot be seen, check the fluid level by
looking directly at the cell.
Put the vent plug back on and close it securely.
Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable
and explosive. Therefore, observe the following 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/reconnecting the battery (vehicles with a smart entry
& start system)
Unlocking the doors using the smart entry & start system may not be
possible immediately after reconnecting the battery. If this happens, use
the wireless remote control or the mechanical key to lock/unlock the
doors.
Start the engine with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in ACCES-
SORY mode. The engine may not start with the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch turned off. However, the engine will operate normally from the sec-
ond attempt.
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch mode is recorded by the vehicle. If
the battery is reconnected, the vehicle will return the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch mode to the status it was in before the battery was discon-
nected. Make sure to turn off the engine before disconnect the battery.
Take extra care when connecting the battery if the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch mode prior to discharge is unknown.
If the engine will not start even after multiple attempts, contact any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
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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 a smart entry & start system
Turn the engine switch off.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
Open the fuse box cover.
Engine compartment (type A fuse box)
Push the tab in and lift the lid
off.
Engine compartment (type B fuse box)
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Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the
vehicle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle
in a safe place and contact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the
vehicle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle
in a safe place and take the specified steps to correct the sus-
pected problem.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Low engine oil pressure warning light
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.
(Flashes or
comes on)High engine coolant temperature warning light
Indicates that the engine is almost overheating. (P. 497)
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
(Comes on)
(if equipped)Multi-mode manual trans-
mission warning light
Indicates a malfunction in
the multi-mode manual
transmission system. Have the system checked
by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Multi-mode manual trans-
mission warning light
(warning buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in
the multi-mode manual
transmission system and
that the clutch has become
hot due to excessive load. Pull over and shift the shift
lever to N. Wait for about 15
minutes for the clutch to
cool down. Have the system
checked by any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and
equipped professional.

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When trouble arises
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Follow the correction procedures.
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light goes off.
Fuel filter warning light (diesel engine only)
Indicate that the amount of accumulated water in the fuel
filter has reached the specified level.
(Flashes)Cruise control indicator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.
(Flashes in
yellow for 15
seconds.)Smart entry & start system indicator light (If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the smart entry & start system.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Open door warning light
(warning buzzer)*
1
Indicates that a door is not
fully closed.Check that all doors are
closed.
Low fuel level warning
light
Gasoline engine: Indi-
cates that remaining fuel is
about 5.8 L (1.5 gal., 1.3
Imp. gal.) or less.
Diesel engine: Indicates
that remaining fuel is
about 6.4 L (1.7 gal., 1.4
Imp. gal.) or less.Refuel the vehicle.
Warning lightWarning light/Details

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(On the instru-
ment cluster)Driver’s and front passen-
ger’s seat belt reminder
light (warning buzzer)*
2
Warns the driver and front
passenger to fasten their
seat belts.Fasten the seat belt.
(On the center
panel)Rear passengers’ seat
belt reminder lights
(warning buzzer)*
2
Warns the rear passen-
gers to fasten their seat
belts.Fasten the seat belt.
Low engine oil level warn-
ing light (diesel engine
only)
Indicates that engine oil
level is low.Check the level of engine
oil, and add if necessary.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure