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Tire related termMeaning
ChunkingThe breaking away of pieces of the tread or sidewall
CordThe strands forming the plies in the tire
Cord separationThe parting of cords from adjacent rubber com-
pounds
CrackingAny parting within the tread, sidewall, or innerliner of
the tire extending to cord material
CT
A pneumatic tire with an inverted flange tire and rim
system in which the rim is designed with rim flanges
pointed radially inward and the tire is designed to fit
on the underside of the rim in a manner that encloses
the rim flanges inside the air cavity of the tire
Extra load tire
A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at
higher inflation pressures than the corresponding
standard tire
GrooveThe space between two adjacent tread ribs
InnerlinerThe layer(s) forming the inside surface of a tubeless
tire that contains the inflating medium within the tire
Innerliner separationThe parting of the innerliner from cord material in the
carcass
Intended outboard side-
wall
(a) The sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears
white lettering, or bears manufacturer, brand,
and/or model name molding that is higher or
deeper than the same molding on the other side-
wall of the tire, or
(b) The outward facing sidewall of asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that must always face
outward when mounted on a vehicle
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Tire related termMeaning
Light truck (LT) tire
A tire designated by its manufacturer as primarily
intended for use on lightweight trucks or multipur-
pose passenger vehicles
Load ratingThe maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a
given inflation pressure
Maximum load ratingThe load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible
inflation pressure for that tire
Maximum permissible
inflation pressureThe maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire
may be inflated
Measuring rimThe rim on which a tire is fitted for physical dimension
requirements
Open spliceAny parting at any junction of tread, sidewall, or
innerliner that extends to cord material
Outer diameterThe overall diameter of an inflated new tire
Overall width
The linear distance between the exteriors of the side-
walls of an inflated tire, including elevations due to
labeling, decorations, or protective bands or ribs
Passenger car tire
A tire intended for use on passenger cars, multipur-
pose passenger vehicles, and trucks, that have a
gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 10,000 lb. or
less
PlyA layer of rubber-coated parallel cords
Ply separationA parting of rubber compound between adjacent
plies
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Tire related termMeaning
Pneumatic tire
A mechanical device made of rubber, chemicals, fab-
ric and steel or other materials, that, when mounted
on an automotive wheel, provides the traction and
contains the gas or fluid that sustains the load
Radial ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to
the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread
Reinforced tire
A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at
higher inflation pressures than the corresponding
standard tire
Section width
The linear distance between the exteriors of the side-
walls of an inflated tire, excluding elevations due to
labeling, decoration, or protective bands
SidewallThat portion of a tire between the tread and bead
Sidewall separationThe parting of the rubber compound from the cord
material in the sidewall
Snow tire
A tire that attains a traction index equal to or greater
than 110, compared to the ASTM E-1136 Standard
Reference Test Tire, when using the snow traction test
as described in ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test
Method for Single Wheel Driving Traction in a
Straight Line on Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces,
and which is marked with an Alpine Symbol ( )
on at least one sidewall
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6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Intuitive parking assist
• After reconnecting or changing the battery
• After changing a fuse
P. 5 3 1
Engine oil maintenance
data•After changing engine oilP. 4 4 2
Ti r e p r e s s u r e w a r n i n g
system• When changing the tire inflation pressure by changing traveling speed
or load weight, etc.
P. 4 5 4
The following items must be initialized for normal system operation in cases
such as after the battery is reconnected, or maintenance is performed on
the vehicle.
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DoorsDoor lock.................................. 39, 51, 54
Rear door child protector ................ 55
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ...... 512
Driver’s seat position memory ........... 66
Driving
Correct posture .................................... 101
Procedures ............................................ 138
DVD player/changer..........................283
Electric power steering ....................... 214
Electronic key If the electronic key does not operate properly ................... 550
Replacing battery ...............................472
Emergency, in case of
If a warning light turns on ............... 510
If a warning message is displayed ............................................. 519
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ................... 550
If the hybrid system
will not start ....................................... 547
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P”................................548
If the 12 volt battery is
discharged .......................................553
If you have a flat tire ............ 536, 546
If you lose your keys.........................549
If you think something is
wrong ................................................... 507
If your vehicle becomes stuck.... 560
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................................... 501
If your vehicle overheats ................ 557
Energy monitor......................................... 29 Engine
ACCESSORY mode .....................149
Compartment ..................................... 438
Hood ....................................................... 435
How to start the hybrid system..................................... 148
If the hybrid system will not start ........................................547
Overheating ........................................ 557
Power (ignition) switch .................... 148
Engine compartment cover ............. 439
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...................................................... 159
Engine/power control unit coolant
Capacity ................................................ 569
Checking................................................444
Preparing and checking before winter..................................... 232
Engine oil Capacity ................................................ 567
Checking............................................... 440
Preparing and checking
before winter..................................... 232
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 442
Enhanced vehicle stability control .....................................................214
Event data recorder ............................508
First-aid kit storage belt ..................... 392
Floor mats ..................................................391
Fluid Brake ....................................................... 446
Washer..................................................... 451
Fog lights
Switch .........................................................172
Wattage ..................................................573
E
F
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Smart access system with push-button start
Antenna location..................................... 41
Entry function.......................................... 39
Starting the hybrid system .................................... 148
Spare tire Inflation pressure................................ 572
Storage location ................................. 537
Spark plug ................................................569
Specifications .........................................564
Speedometer........................................... 159
Steering wheel Adjustment.................................................81
Audio switches ................................... 320
Steering wheel position
memory.................................................. 66
Storage compartment ........................ 376
Storage feature...................................... 372
Stuck
If your vehicle becomes stuck.... 560
Sun visors ................................................. 379
Switch Fog light switch..................................... 172
Ignition switch....................................... 148
Light switches ........................................169
Mode select switch.............................153
Power door lock switch .................... 54
“POWER” switch ............................... 148
Power window switch ........................85
Tire pressure warning reset switch ....................................... 453
Tire pressure warning select switch ...................455
Window lock switch ...........................85
Wipers and washer switch ............. 173 Tail lights
Switch ........................................................ 169
Theft deterrent system Alarm.......................................................... 98
Immobilizer system ..............................96
Theft prevention labels........................ 100
Tire inflation pressure ......................... 572
Tire information
Glossary ................................................ 583
Size ...........................................................580
Tire identification number ............. 579
Uniform Tire Quality Grading .....581
Tires Chains......................................................233
Checking............................................... 452
Compact spare tire...........................537
If you have a flat tire .............536, 546
Inflation pressure ................................572
Information ............................................577
Replacing .............................................. 536
Rotating tires........................................ 452
Size ............................................................572
Snow tires.............................................. 235
Tire pressure warning system..... 452
Tools........................................................... 536
Total load capacity .................................231
Touch screen.......................................... 240
Towing Dinghy towing ..................................... 237
Emergency towing .............................501
Trailer towing .......................................236
Traction control.......................................214T
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 5 3 6 /546If you have a flat tire
The hybrid system does not start
P. 9 6Immobilizer system
P. 5 4 7If the hybrid system will not start
P. 5 5 3If the 12 volt battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 5 4 8If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from “P”
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 5 5 7If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 5 4 9If you lose your keys
The 12 volt battery runs outP. 5 5 3If the 12 volt battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 5 4Doors
The horn begins to soundP. 9 8Alarm
The vehicle is stuck in mud or
sandP. 5 6 0If the vehicle becomes stuck
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch lever
P. 4 3 5
Trunk opener
P. 5 9
Fuel filler door
P. 9 1
Hood lock release leverP. 4 3 5Fuel filler door opener P. 9 1Tire inflation pressureP. 5 7 2
Fuel tank capacity17.2 gal. (65 L, 14.3 Imp.gal.)
Fuel typePremium unleaded gasoline onlyP. 9 3 , 5 6 6
Cold tire inflation
pressure
Driving under normal conditions35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds above 100 mph
(160 km/h) (in countries where such speeds
are permitted by law) Add 9 psi (60 kPa, 0.6 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to the
front tires and rear tires. Never exceed the
maximum cold tire inflation pressure indicated
on the tire sidewall.P. 5 7 2
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill)qt. (L, Imp.qt.)
With filter 6.6 (6.3, 5.5)
Without filter 6.2 (5.9
, 5.2)
Engine oil type“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oilP. 5 6 7
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