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●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 system)
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1
minute when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position, have it
checked by your Toyota dealer.
■Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features →P. 368) However, Toyota recommends that the
seat belt reminder buzzer be operational to alert the driver and front passen-
ger when seat belts are not fastened.
CAUTION
■ When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold
firmly and operate using more force than usual.
■
If the tire pressure warning light comes on (vehicles with a tire
pressure warning 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
inflation pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres-
sure 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 Toyota dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.

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CAUTION
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur (vehicles with a tire
pressure warning system)
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.
■Maintenance of the tire (vehicles with a tire pressure warning sys-
tem)
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly
when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the
vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure
label (tire and load information label). (If your vehicle has tires of a differ-
ent size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label [tire and load information label], you should determine the
proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS-tire pressure warning system) that
illuminates a low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) when
one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,
when the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure warning light) illumi-
nates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-
inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may
affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) is not a sub-
stitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the
level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale (tire
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CAUTION
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS (tire pressure warning
system) malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operat-
ing properly. The TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction indi-
cator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale (tire pressure
warning light). When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will
flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illumi-
nated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as
long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illumi-
nated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure
as intended.
TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunctions may occur for a vari-
ety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires
or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning
system) from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS (tire pres-
sure warning system) malfunction telltale after replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alter-
nate tires and wheels allow the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) to
continue to function properly.
NOTICE
■Precaution when installing a different tire (vehicles with a tire pres-
sure warning system)
When a tire of a different specification or maker is installed, the tire pres-
sure warning system may not operate properly.

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onto the rear center head
restraint position and then return
the rear center head restraint.
Hold the buckle and pull the belt
to secure the tire.
After stowing the flat tire, check
that the tire and belt are
secured.
■The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE
ONLY” on the tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire temporarily, and only in an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the compact spare
tire. (
→P. 351)
■After completing the tire change (vehicles with a tire pressure
warning system)
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. ( →P. 255)
■When using the compact spare tire (vehicles with a tire pressure
warning system)
As the compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be
indicated by the tire pressure warning system. Also, if you replace the
compact spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the
light remains on.

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If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
●The high engine coolant temperature warning light ( →P. 306)
comes on or flashes, or a loss of engine power is experienced.
(For example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)
● Steam comes out from under the hood.
Follow the correction procedure as described below.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condi-
tioning system, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam: Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radi-
ator) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact
your Toyota dealer.
The coolant level is satisfac-
tory if it is between the “FULL”
and “LOW” lines on the reser-
voir.Reservoir
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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
A/C Air Conditioning
ABS Anti-Lock Brake System
ACC Accessory
AI-SHIFT Artificial Intelligence Shift Control ALR Automatic Locking Retractor
CRS Child Restraint System
ECU Electronic Control Unit
EDR Event Data Recorder ELR Emergency Locking Retractor
EPS Electric Power Steering
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Ratings
GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating I/M Emission inspection and maintenance
LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LED Light Emitting Diode
M + S Mud + Snow MMT Methylcy clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether OBD On Board DiagnosticsSRS Supplemental Restraint System
TIN Tire Identification Number
TPMS Tire Pressure Warning System TRAC Traction Control TWI Treadwear IndicatorsVIN Vehicle Identification Number
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 192
ABSABS ...................................... 162
Warning light ........................ 306
Air conditioning filter .............. 269
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter ............. 269
Air conditioning system................................ 192
Airbags Airbag operating conditions .... 83
Airbag precautions for your child...................................... 87
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions............. 84
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................... 87
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............ 92
General airbag precautions .... 87
Indicators................................ 92
Locations of airbags ............... 80
Modification and disposal of airbags ............................. 91
Proper driving posture ...... 78, 87
Side airbag operating conditions............................. 84
Side airbag precautions.......... 87
SRS airbags ........................... 80
Warning light ........................ 306
Alarm .......................................... 74
Antenna ............................ 222, 224
Anti-lock brake system Anti-lock brake system ......... 162
Warning light ........................ 306
Assist grips.............................. 214
Audio input .............................. 200 Audio system
Antenna .........................222, 224
Audio input ............................ 200
AUX port/USB port ................200
Portable music player............ 200
Steering wheel audio switches ..............................201
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ......... 127
Fluid ...................................... 349
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P...................... 328
Indicators............................... 136
Shift lock system ...................328
AUX port/USB port ...................200
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............287
Wattage .................................352
Back door ...................................38
Battery Checking ............................... 250
Gravity................................... 348
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..........................330
Preparing and checking before winter .......................172
Warning light .................305, 306
Bottle holders ...........................207
Brake assist ..............................162
Brakes
Fluid ...................................... 249
Parking brake ........................131
Specifications ........................350
Warning light ......................... 305
Break-in tips .............................114A
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CareExterior.................................. 222
Interior ...................................225
Seat belts ..............................226
Cargo capacity .........................167
Chains .......................................172
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition.......... 98
Booster seats, installation ..... 102
Convertible seats, definition ...............................98
Convertible seats,
installation ........................... 102
Front passenger occupant classification system ............. 92
Infant seats, definition ............. 98
Infant seats, installation.........102
Installing CRS with LATCH system ................................103
Installing CRS with seat belts ....................................104
Installing CRS with top tether straps ........................ 108
Child safety Airbag precautions ..................87
Battery precautions ....... 251, 332
Child restraint system..............98
Child-protectors....................... 36
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................... 58
Installing child restraints........ 102
Power window lock switch....... 67
Power window precautions .....68
Removed key battery
precautions .........................273
Seat belt extender precautions ...........................61
Seat belt precautions ..............59 Child-protectors ......................... 36
Cleaning
Exterior.................................. 222
Interior ................................... 225
Seat belts .............................. 226
Clock ................................. 133, 210
Clutch
Fluid ...................................... 349
Pedal .............................. 112,129
Condenser ................................ 248
CRS ............................................. 98
Cruise control .......................... 158
Cup holders.............................. 205
Curtain shield airbags ............... 80
Customizable features ............ 368
Daytime running light system .................................... 147
Defogger Rear window ......................... 199
Side mirrors........................... 199
Dimension ................................ 342
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 235
Doors Back door................................ 38
Door glasses ........................... 67
Door lock ................................. 34
Side doors............................... 34
Side mirrors............................. 64
Warning light ......................... 307
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ......................................... 307
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 114
Correct posture ....................... 78
Procedures............................ 112
Winter driving tips ................. 172C
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Electric power steering
Electric power steering ......... 162
Warning light ........................ 306
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 296
Emergency, in case of
If the engine will not start...... 327
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 328
If the vehicle battery is discharged ......................... 330
If the warning buzzer
sounds ............................... 305
If the warning light turns on ....................................... 305
If you have a flat tire ............ 315
If you lose your keys............. 329
If you think something is wrong ................................. 303
If the vehicle becomes stuck................................... 337
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency... 339
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................. 297
If your vehicle overheats ...... 334
Engine Compartment........................ 243
Engine switch ....................... 124
Hood ..................................... 238
How to start the engine ........ 124
Identification number ............ 344
If the engine will not start...... 327
Ignition switch ....................... 124
Immobilizer system................. 72
Overheating .......................... 334
Specifications ....................... 345
Warning light ........................ 306 Engine coolant
Capacity ................................347
Checking ............................... 247
Indicator ................................136
Preparing and checking before winter .......................172
Type ...................................... 347
Warning light ......................... 306
Engine immobilizer system.......72
Engine oil Capacity ................................346
Checking ............................... 244
Grade ....................................346
Initializing the maintenance data .....................................229
Preparing and checking before winter .......................172
Warning light .................306, 307
Engine switch ...........................124
EPS EPS .......................................162
Warning light ......................... 306
Event data recorder ...................22
Floor mat................................... 215
Fluid Automatic transmission ......... 349
Brake .............................249, 350
Clutch ....................................349
Warning light .................305, 307
Washer .................................. 253
Fog lights Indicator ................................136
Replacing light bulbs .............287
Switch....................................148
Wattage .................................352
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light......................... 307
Front seats Adjustment ..............................43E
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Odometer .................................. 141
OilEngine oil ..............................244
Manual transmission .............349
Warning light .................306, 307
Opener
Fuel door ................................. 69
Fuel filler door .........................69
Hood......................................238
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting ................................. 64
Folding .................................... 65
Outside temperature display ....................................211
Overheating, Engine ................334
Parking brake ........................... 131
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs .............287
Switch....................................145
Wattage.................................352
Personal lights Switch....................................203
Wattage.................................352
Power outlet .............................213
Power windows .......................... 67
Radiator ....................................248
Rear seat Folding down ...........................47
Rear side marker lights Replacing light bulbs .............287
Switch....................................145
Wattage.................................352
Rear turn signal lights
Indicator ................................136
Lever ..................................... 130
Replacing light bulbs .............287
Switch....................................130
Wattage.................................352
Rear window defogger ............199
Rear window wiper .................. 153 Replacing
Key battery ............................ 271
Fuses .................................... 275
Light bulbs............................. 287
Tires .............................. 254, 315
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ...................... 372
Seat belts ALR ......................................... 57
Automatic Locking Retractor ............................... 57
Child restraint system installation..................... 98, 102
Cleaning and maintaining ..... 226
ELR ......................................... 57
Emergency Locking Retractor .............................. 57
How to wear your seat belt ..... 54
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................... 58
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use ......................... 58
Reminder light ....................... 307
Seat belt extenders ................. 58
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 57
Seats Adjustment .............................. 43
Adjustment precautions .......... 46
Child seats/child restraint system installation ........ 98, 102
Cleaning................................ 225
Folding down the rear seat ..... 47
Folding down the rear seat precautions ........................... 49
Front seat adjustment ............. 43
Front seat adjustment
precautions ........................... 46
Head restraint ......................... 51
Properly sitting in the seat....... 78
Service reminder indicators ............................... 136O
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