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NOTICE
Do not use an axlemounting hitch as
it may cause damage to the axle
housing, wheel bearings, wheels and/
or tires.
BRAKES AND SAFETY CHAINS
Toyota recommends trailers with
brakes that conform to any applica-
ble federal and state/provincial regu-
lations.
A safety chain must always be used
between the towing vehicle and the
trailer. Leave sufficient slack in the
chain for turns. The chain should
cross under the trailer tongue to
prevent the tongue from dropping to
the ground in case it becomes dam-
aged or separated. For correct safety
chain procedures, follow the hitch or
trailer manufacturer ’s recommenda-
tions.
CAUTION
If the total trailer weight exceeds
272 kg (600 lb.), trailer brakes are
required.
Never tap into your vehicle’s hy-
draulic system as it would lower its
braking effectiveness.
Never tow a trailer without using a
safety chain securely attached to
both the trailer and the vehicle. If
damage occurs to the coupling unit
or hitch ball, there is danger of the
trailer wandering over into another
lane.
TIRES
Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are
properly inflated. See page 372 Section
7−2 and page 397 in Section 8 for
instructions.
The trailer tires should be inflated to
the pressure recommended by the trail-
er manufacturer in respect to the total
trailer weight. TRAILER LIGHTS
Trailer lights must comply with federal,
state/provincial and local regulations.
See your local recreational vehicle
dealer or rental agency for the correct
type of wiring and relays for your trail-
er. Check for correct operation of the
turn signals and stop lights each time
you hitch up. Direct splicing may dam-
age your vehicle’s electrical system
and cause a malfunction of your lights.
BREAKIN SCHEDULE
Toyota recommends that you do not
tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a
vehicle with any new power train com-
ponent (engine, transmission, differen-
tial, wheel bearing, etc.) for the first
800 km (500 miles) of driving.
MAINTENANCE
If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will
require more frequent maintenance due
to the additional load. For this informa-
tion, please refer to the scheduled
maintenance information in the “Sched-
uled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner ’s
Manual Supplement”.
Retighten all fixing bolts of the towing
ball and bracket after approximately
1000 km (600 miles) of trailer driving.

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Improving fuel economy is easy—just take
it easy. It will help make your vehicle last
longer, too. Here are some specific tips
on how to save money on both fuel and
repairs:
Keep your tires inflated at the cor-
rect pressure. Underinflation causes
tire wear and wastes fuel. See page
372 in Section 7 −2 for instructions.
Do not carry unneeded weight in
your vehicle. Excess weight puts a
heavier load on the engine, causing
greater fuel consumption.
Avoid lengthy warmup idling. Once
the engine is running smoothly, begin
driving—but gently. Remember, howev-
er, that on cold winter days this may
take a little longer.
Put the selector lever into the “D”
when engine braking is not required.
Driving with the select lever in “3”
(4 −speed) or “4” (5 −speed) will reduce
the fuel economy. (For details, see
“Automatic transmission” on page 141
or 145 in Section 1 −7.)
Accelerate slowly and smoothly.
Avoid jackrabbit starts. Get into high
gear as quickly as possible.
Avoid long engine idling. If you have
a long wait and you are not in traffic,
it is better to turn off the engine and
start again later.
Avoid engine lugging or overrev-
ving. Use a gear position suitable for
the road on which you are travelling.
Avoid continuous speeding up and
slowing down. Stop−and− go driving
wastes fuel.
Avoid unnecessary stopping and
braking. Maintain a steady pace. Try
to time the traffic signals so you only
need to stop as little as possible or
take advantage of through streets to
avoid traffic lights. Keep a proper dis-
tance from other vehicles to avoid sud-
den braking. This will also reduce wear
on your brakes.
Avoid heavy traffic or traffic jams
whenever possible.
Do not rest your foot on the brake
pedal. This causes premature wear,
overheating and poor fuel economy.
Maintain a moderate speed on high-
ways. The faster you drive, the greater
the fuel consumption. By reducing your
speed, you will cut down on fuel con-
sumption.
Keep the front wheels in proper
alignment. Avoid hitting the curb and
slow down on rough roads. Improper
alignment not only causes faster tire
wear but also puts an extra load on
the engine, which, in turn, wastes fuel.
Keep the bottom of your vehicle free
from mud, etc. This not only lessens
weight but also helps prevent corro-
sion.
Keep your vehicle tunedup and in
top shape. A dirty air cleaner, improp-
er valve clearance, dirty plugs, dirty oil
and grease,brakes not adjusted, etc. all
lower engine performance and contrib-
ute to poor fuel economy. For longer
life of all parts and lower operating
costs, keep all maintenance work on
schedule, and if you often drive under
severe conditions, see that your vehicle
receives more frequent maintenance.
(For scheduled maintenance informa-
tion, please refer to the “Scheduled
Maintenance Guide” or “Owner ’s Manu-
al Supplement”.)
How to save fuel and make
your vehicle last longer

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Exhaust system
If you notice any change in the sound of
the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes, have
the cause located and corrected immedi-
ately. (See “Engine exhaust cautions” on
page 281 in Section 2.)
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
Items listed below should be checked
regularly, e.g. while performing periodic
services, cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Lights
Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights
are all working.
Service reminder indicators and warning
buzzers
Check that all service reminder indicators
and warning buzzers function properly.
Steering wheel
Check that it has the specified free play.
Be alert for changes in steering condition,
such as hard steering or strange noise.Seats
Check that all seat controls such as seat
adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. operate
smoothly and that all latches lock securely
in any position. For folding
−down rear
seatbacks, check that the latches lock se-
curely.
Seat belts
Check that the seat belt system such as
buckles, retractors and anchors operate
properly and smoothly. Make sure the belt
webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or dam-
aged.
Accelerator pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
uneven pedal effort or catching.
Brake pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
that the pedal has the proper clearance.
Check the brake booster function.
Brakes
In a safe place, check that the brakes do
not pull to one side when applied. Parking brake
Check that the lever has the proper travel
and that, on a safe incline, your vehicle
is held securely with only the parking
brake applied.
Automatic transmission “Park” mecha-
nism
On a safe incline, check that your vehicle
is held securely with the selector lever in
“P” position and all brakes released.
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
Items listed below should be performed
from time to time, unless otherwise
specified.
Fluid leaks
Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, wa-
ter or other fluid after the vehicle has
been parked for a while. If you smell fuel
fumes or notice any leak, have the cause
found and corrected immediately.
Doors and engine hood
Check that all doors and back door oper-
ate smoothly and all latches lock securely.
Make sure the engine hood secondary
latch secures the hood from opening when
the primary latch is released.

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NOTICE
Only use a bulb of the listed type.
The inside of the lens of exterior lights
such as headlights may temporarily fog up
when the lens becomes wet in the rain or
in a car wash. This is not a problem
because the fogging is caused by the
temperature difference between the outside
and inside of the lens, just like the
windshield fogs up in the rain. However, if
there is a large drop of water on the
inside of the lens, or if there is water
pooled inside the light, contact your
Toyota dealer.Light bulbs
Bulb
No.WTy p e
Headlights (high)900560A
Headlights (low)900651B
Front turn signal,
parking and front
side marker lights
744321/5C
Front fog lights—55D
Rear turn signal
lights744021E
Back −up lights92116C
Rear side marker
lights—5C
License plate light1685C
Interior light—8F
Front personal
lights—8C
Vanity lights—8C
Luggage
compartment light—5E
A: HB3 halogen bulbs
B: HB4 halogen bulbs
C: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
D: H11 halogen bulbs
E: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
F: Double end bulbs

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If either the left or right front fog light
burns out, contact your Toyota dealer.
NOTICE
Do not try to replace the front fog
light bulbs by yourself. You may dam-
age the vehicle.
—Front turn signal, parking
and front side marker lights—Front fog lights—Rear turn signal, rear side
marker and backup lights

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a: Rear side marker light
b: Rear turn signal light
c: Backup lightUse a flathead screwdriver.
—License plate light

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Light bulbs386
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Light bulbs
Back −up light 389
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Front fog light 389
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Front side marker light 389
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Front turn signal light 389
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Headlight 388
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License plate light 390
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Parking light 389
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Rear side marker light 389
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Rear turn signal light 389
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Light, Interior
Interior light 117
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Personal light 117
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Light, Luggage compartment 118
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Load capacity 300
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Lock
Back door 26
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Side doors 22
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Steering column 140
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Low engine oil pressure
warning light 127
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Low fuel level warning light 127
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Low windshield washer fluid level warning light 127
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Luggage compartment light 118
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Luggage cover 264
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Luggage storage box 260
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Maintenance
Do −it−yourself maintenance 363 . . . . . . . . .
Does your vehicle need repairing? 357 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General maintenance 355 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance requirements 354 . . . . . . . . . .
Parts and tools 364 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Where to go for service 354 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Malfunction indicator lamp 358 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Malfunction indicator lamp
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs 127 . . . . . . .
Service reminder indicator 127 . . . . . . . . . .
Manual air conditioning system 238 . . . . . . . .
Maximum allowable speed
Automatic transmission 141,145 . . . . . . . . .
Mirror
Anti −glare inside rear view 110 . . . . . . . . . .
Mirrors
Folding rear view 110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside rear view 108 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power rear view 109 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vanity 111 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Moon roof 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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New vehicle break −in 277 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Odometer 125
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Off −road driving precautions 308
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Oil
Consumption 282
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Viscosity and grade 368
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Oil consumption 282
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Open door warning light 127
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Operation in foreign countries 279
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Outside temperature display 126
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Overheating, Engine 324
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Overheating, Engine coolant 124
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Overview
Engine compartment 360
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Parking brake
Operation 165 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reminder light 165 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Polishing 347 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Positioning the jack 365 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power outlet 256,257 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power rear view mirror control 109 . . . . . . . . .
Power steering 287 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power window switches 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preloaders
(seat belt pretensioners) 62 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pretensioners
(seat belt pretensioners) 62 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protecting your Toyota
from corrosion 346 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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RadiatorChecking the radiator 371 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant, Engine 370 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio 170 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear audio/video system
Rear seat entertainment system 191 . . . . .
Rear cargo net 269 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear console box 261 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear cup holder 262 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seat
Third seat entry 40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seat precautions 38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear step bumper 289 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear view mirror
Anti −glare inside 110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear view mirrors
Folding 110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside 108 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power 109 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogger switch 122 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear window wiper and washer switch 121 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear/second seat 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote controls 189 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners 404 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roof luggage carrier 272 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Seat adjustment precautions
Front seats 35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt extender 60 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belts
Cleaning 349 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fastening 53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt precautions 53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt pretensioners 62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat heater switch 52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seating capacity 300 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats 34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Second seat 40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Separation net fixing hook 268 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service and maintenance 354 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service reminder indicator 127 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side door locks 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side doors 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side vents 251 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare fuse 384 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare tire 326 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark plugs
Iridium −tipped spark plugs 283 . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 392 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS driver airbag and front
passenger airbag 64 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags 71 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS warning light 127 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starting
Cold weather 306 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 306 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump starting 321 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering
Adjusting steering wheel 108 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric power steering system 287 . . . . . .
Steering column
Column lock 140
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Sun visors 111
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Suspension and chassis 291
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Switch
Emergency flasher 115
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Headlight, dimmer and turn signal 114 . . . .
Ignition 140
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Outside rear view mirror defogger 122 . . . .
Rear window defogger 122
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Rear window wiper and washer 121 . . . . . .
Windshield wiper and washer 120 . . . . . . . .
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Tachometer 125
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Telescopic steering column 108
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Theft prevention labels 291
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Three −way catalytic converters 280 . . . . . . . .
Tie −down hooks 263
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Tilt steering wheel 108
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Tire pressure warning light 127,161 . . . . . . . .
Tire pressure warning system 161
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