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Maintenance and care
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 sulfuric 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 cooling fan or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch is off.
With the engine switch on, the cooling fan may automatically start to run if
the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high.
 Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in the eyes.

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Maintenance and care
Engine oil
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
 Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level gro und. After turning off the engine,
wait a few minutes for the oil
to drain back into the bottom of
the engine.
Hold a rag under the end and
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.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
Low
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 Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as already in
the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap, turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly.
Checking the dipstick.
Reinstall the filler cap, turning it clockwise.
The approximate quantity of oil needed to raise the level between low and
full on the dipstick is indicated as follows:
1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 lmp. qt.)

Recommended viscosity
SAE 5W−30 is the best choice for
good fuel economy, and good
starting in cold weather.
*: If SAE 5W−30 oil is not avail−
able, SAE 10W−30 oil may be
used. However, it should be
replaced with SAE 5W−30 at
the next oil change.
Oil grade ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Items Clean funnel
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Vehicle specifications
Lubrication system
*: 5W−30 is an oil that provides optimal levels of fuel efficiency.
Oil viscosity

The 5W portion of the oil viscosity rating indicates the characteristic
of the oil which allows cold startab ility. Oils with a lower value before
the W allow for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
 The 30 in 5W−30 indicates the oil
viscosity when the oil is at its
operating temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity may be better
suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or under extreme
load condition.
Oil capacity
drain and refill
(Reference)
With filter
Without filter5.5 qt. (5.2 L, 4.6 Imp.qt.)
5.2 qt. (4.9 L, 4.3 Imp.qt.)
Oil grade ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Recommended oil
viscosity
Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor
Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the grade and
viscosity shown below.
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Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a
tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation,
or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible
tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related term Meaning
Cold tire inflation
pressureTire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended
inflation pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weightThe combined weight (in excess of those
standard items which may be replaced) of
transmission, power steering, power brakes,
power windows, power seats, radio and heater,
to the extent that these items are available as
factory−installed equipment (whether installed
or not)
Curb weightThe weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded
vehicle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight

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Alphabetical index
Emergency, in case of
Blown fuse............................. 303
If the engine will not start ...... 350
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P...................... 351
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 353
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 331
If the warning light turns on ... 331
If you have a flat tire ............. 340
If you lose your keys ............. 352
If you think something is
wrong .................................. 327
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 359
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 322
If your vehicle overheats ....... 356
Engine
Compartment ........................ 274
Engine switch ........................ 114
Exhaust gas .......................... 110
Hood...................................... 273
How to start the engine ......... 114
Identification number ............. 363
If the engine will not start ...... 350
Ignition switch........................ 114
Immobilizer system ................. 68
Overheating........................... 356
Warning light ......................... 331
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 366
Checking ............................... 279
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 169
Temperature gauge............... 124
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ...................................... 124
Engine immobilizer system....... 68
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 365
Checking ............................... 275Preparing and checking before
winter .................................. 169
Warning light ................. 332, 334
Engine oil maintenance
data ......................................... 278
Engine switch........................... 114
Event data recorder ................. 329
Floor mat .................................. 247
Fluid
Brake..................................... 280
Washer.................................. 286
Fourwheel drive system
Four−wheel drive control
lever .................................... 144
Front−−wheel drive control
lever .................................... 146
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 85
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ........................ 334
Front passenger’s seat belt
warning buzzer ...................... 334
Front seats
Adjustment .............................. 43
Front side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 317
Switch ................................... 131
Wattage................................. 371
Front turn signal lights
Lever ..................................... 121
Replacing light bulbs ............. 317
Switch ................................... 121
Wattage................................. 371
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 364
Fuel gauge ............................ 124
Fuel pump shut off system .... 328
Gas station information ......... 408
Information ............................ 372
Refueling ................................. 64
Type ...................................... 364
Warning light ......................... 334
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Maintenance
Do−it−yourself maintenance ... 269
General maintenance ............ 265
Maintenance data.................. 362
Maintenance requirements.... 263
Vehicle exterior ..................... 258
Vehicle interior ...................... 260
Malfunction indicator lamp ..... 332
Manual air conditioning
system .................................... 184
Manual transmission ............... 119
Meter
Accessory meter ................... 130
Instrument panel light
control ................................. 125
Meters ................................... 124
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror............. 58
Side mirrors ............................. 59
Vanity mirrors ........................ 236
MP3 disc ................................... 208
Odometer .................................. 124
Offroad precautions
Driving ................................... 162
Vehicle .................................. 160
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 275
Warning light .................. 332,334
Opener
Hood...................................... 273
Outside rear view mirror
illumination lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 319
Switch.................................... 131
Wattage ................................. 371
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding ............... 59
Outside temperature
display .................................... 238
Overheating, Engine ................ 356Parking assist .......................... 139
Parking brake ........................... 122
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 317
Switch ................................... 131
Wattage................................. 371
Power outlet ..................... 239, 240
Power steering
Fluid ...................................... 282
Power windows .......................... 62
Radiator ............................ 274, 280
Radio ......................................... 194
Rear seat
Folding down........................... 44
Removing rear seat bottom
cushions ............................... 45
Rear side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 318
Switch ................................... 131
Wattage................................. 371
Rear turn signal lights
Lever ..................................... 121
Replacing light bulbs ............. 318
Switch ................................... 121
Wattage................................. 371
Rear window............................... 41
Rear window defogger ............ 190
Replacing
Key battery ............................ 301
Fuses .................................... 303
Light bulbs............................. 314
Tires ............................... 287,340
Wheels .................................. 296
Rear differential lock
system .................................... 152
Rear step bumper ...................... 40
Rear window wiper .................. 135
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners ............................ 390
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Intuitive parking assist
switch .................................. 139
Headlights switch .................. 131
Light switch ........................... 131
Power door lock switch ........... 33
Power window switch .............. 62
Rear differential lock
switch .................................. 152
Turn signal lights ................... 121
Window lock switch ................. 62
Wiper and washer ......... 133, 135
Tachometer............................... 124
Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 318
Switch.................................... 131
Wattage ................................. 371
Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system ..... 68
Theft prevention labels ............ 70
Theft prevention labels.............. 70
Tire inflation pressure ............. 370
Tire information
Glossary ................................ 380
Size ....................................... 377
Tire identification number ...... 376
Uniform tire quality grading ... 378
Tires
Chains ................................... 170
Checking ............................... 287
If you have a flat tire .............. 340
Identification number ............. 376
Inflation pressure................... 370
Inflation pressure sensor ....... 288
Information ............................ 375
Replacing ...................... 287, 340
Rotating tires ......................... 287
Size ....................................... 370
Snow tires ............................. 170
Spare tire............................... 341
Tire pressure warning
system ........................ 287, 337
Warning light ......................... 334Tools ......................................... 340
Total load capacity .................. 168
Towing
Dinghy towing ....................... 182
Emergency towing ................ 322
Trailer towing ........................ 172
Traction control system .......... 156
TRAC ......................................... 156
Trip meter ................................. 124
Turn signal lights
Lever ..................................... 121
Replacing light bulbs ............. 315
Switch ................................... 121
Wattage................................. 371
Vanity mirrors .......................... 236
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 363
Vehicle stability control .......... 156
Voltmeter .................................. 124
VSC ........................................... 156
Warning buzzers
Key reminder......................... 336
Seat belt reminder................. 334
Warning lights
ABS ....................................... 332
Airbag system ....................... 332
Anti−lock brake system .......... 332
Automatic transmission fluid
temperature ........................ 332
Brake system ........................ 331
Charging system ................... 332
Driver’s seat belt ................... 334
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 332
Engine oil replacement ......... 334
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 332
Front passenger’s seat belt... 334
Low brake fluid ...................... 331
Low engine oil pressure ........ 332
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