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If a war ning light tur ns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approxi-
mately 3 mph (5 km/h) or more.
Warning lightWarning light/Details

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(Canada)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake systemThis light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is
fully released, the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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Have the malfunction repaired immediately.
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light turns off.
Warning lightWarning light/Details

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(Canada)
ABS warning lightMalfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system.

(if equipped) Automatic headlight level
ing system warning light
Malfunction in the automatic headlight leveling system.
Vehicle stability cont
rol system warning light
Malfunction in the VSC system or TRAC system.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Open door warning light
(warning buzzer)
*1
A door or a trunk is not
fully closed. Check that all doors and the
trunk are closed.
Low fuel level warning
light Remaining fuel
(Approximately 2.6 gal. [10
L, 2.2 Imp.gal.] or less) Refuel the vehicle.

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CAUTION
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause 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 pr obable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires.
If the tire is flat, change to 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.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning syste m may not activate immediately.
■Maintenance of the tires
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 pr essure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS-ti re pressure warning system) that
illuminates a low tire pressure telltal e (tire pressure warning light) when
one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly,
when the low tire pressure telltale (tire pre ssure 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 effi ciency and tire tread life, and may
affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability.

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Emergency start function (vehicles with smart key system)
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is functioning normally. Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to “P”.
Set the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to the ACC mode.
Push and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch about 15
seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be start ed using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your Toyota
dealer.
■ The starter motor does not turn over (vehicles with smart
key system).
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an
electrical problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. How-
ever, an interim measure is available to start the engine.
(  P. 127)
■ The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 412)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system (vehi-
cles with smart key system).
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
A/C Air Conditioning
ABS Anti-lock Brake System
ACC Accessory ALR Automatic Locking Retractor
CRS Child Restraint System
ECU Electronic Control Unit
EDR Event Data Recorder ELR Emergency Locking Retractor
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Ratings I/M Emission inspection and maintenance
LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LED Light Emitting Diode
MMT Methylcy clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
M + S Mud and Snow
MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether OBD On Board Diagnostics
SRS Supplemental Restraint System TIN Tire Identification Number
TPMS Tire Pressure Monitoring (Warning) System
TRAC Traction Control VIN Vehicle Identification Number
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 190
ABS........................................... 174
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ............. 351
Automatic air conditioning system................................ 190
Steering switches ................. 198
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions .... 88
Airbag precautions for your child...................................... 91
Airbag warning light .............. 386
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................... 94
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............ 97
General airbag precautions .... 91
Locations of airbags ............... 85
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................. 96
Side airbag precautions.......... 91
Side and curtain shield airbags
operating conditions ............. 88
SRS airbags ........................... 85
Alarm .......................................... 80
Antenna .................................... 209
Anti-lock brake system ........... 174
Armrest .................................... 286
Ashtrays ................................... 281
Audio input .............................. 230
Audio system Antenna ................................ 209
Audio input ........................... 230
AUX adapter ......................... 230
CD player/changer ............... 212
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 220
Optimal use .......................... 228
Portable music player ........... 230
Radio .................................... 205
Steering switches ................. 231
Automatic headlight leveling system ................................... 149 Automatic light control
system ....................................149
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .........134
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................408
S mode ..................................136
AUX adapter .............................230
Back-up lights Wattage .................................429
Battery Checking ...............................332
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..........................412
Preparing and checking before winter .......................181
Bluetooth
®................................234
Brake Fluid ......................................329
Parking brake ........................139
Brake assist ..............................174
Break-in tips .............................119
Care Exterior ..................................302
Interior ...................................305
Seat belts ..............................306
Cargo capacity .........................177
CD player/changer ...................212
Center display ..........................147
Chains .......................................183
Child-protectors .........................41
Child restraint system Definition ...............................103
Installation .............................107
Installing CRS with lower anchorages .........................108
Installing CRS with seat belts ....................................110
Installing CRS with top straps ..................................114
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Engine
Compartment........................ 320
Engine switch ............... 127, 131
Hood ..................................... 317
How to start the engine ........................ 127, 131
Identification number ............ 423
If the engine will not start...... 406
Ignition switch ............... 127, 131
Overheating .......................... 416
Engine compartment cover .... 321
Engine coolant Capacity ............................... 426
Checking .............................. 327
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 181
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ..................................... 141
Engine immobilizer system ...... 78
Engine oil Capacity ............................... 425
Checking .............................. 322
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 181
Event data recorder ................ 383
Floor mats ................................ 289
Fluid
Brake .................................... 329
Washer ................................. 335
Fog lights Switch ................................... 152
Wattage ................................ 429
Foot light .................................. 266
Front passenger occupant classification system.............. 97
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 388
Front seats
Adjustment ............................. 46
Driving position memory ......... 51
Front turn signal lights
Wattage ................................ 429 Fuel
Capacity ................................424
Fuel gauge ............................141
Fuel pump shut off system ....382
Gas station information .........468
Information ............................430
Refueling .................................75
Fuel door.....................................75
Fuel filler door ............................75
Fuel pump shut off system .....382
Fuses.........................................358
Garage door opener.................292
Gas station information...........468
Gauges ......................................141
Glove box..................................270
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ................234
Hazard lights Switch ................376
Head restraints ...........................55
Headlight aim ...........................367
Headlights
Discharge headlights precautions .........................373
Switch....................................149
Wattage .................................429
Heaters Seat heaters ..........................284
Side mirror.............................200
Hood ..........................................317
Hooks Cargo ....................................290
Shopping bag ........................290
Horn...........................................140
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Outside temperature
display ...................................... 280
Overhead console ................... 272
Overheating, Engine ............... 416
Parking brake .......................... 139
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 369
Switch ................................... 149
Wattage ................................ 429
Personal light
Switch ................................... 268
Wattage ................................ 429
Power outlets........................... 282
Power windows ......................... 69
Radiator.................................... 328
Radio ........................................ 205
Rear seat Adjustment ............................. 49
Rear sunshade ........................ 287
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 369
Wattage ................................ 429
Rear window defogger............ 200
Replacing Fuses.................................... 358
Key battery ........................... 354
Light bulbs ............................ 369
Tires ..................................... 397
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ........................... 452
Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt ............ 58
Automatic locking retractor................................ 59
Child restraint system installation .......................... 107
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts...................... 306 Emergency locking
retractor ................................59
How to wear your seat belt......57
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................60
Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use ..............60
Reminder light .......................388
Seat belt extenders .................61
Seat belt pretensioners ...........59
Seat heaters..............................284
Seating capacity.......................180
Seats Adjustment ........................ 46, 49
Adjustment precaution ......48, 50
Child seats/child restraint system installation ..............107
Cleaning ................................305
Climate control ......................284
Climate control seat ..............284
Driver’s seat position memory .................................51
Head restraint..........................55
Properly sitting in the seat .......83
Seat heaters ..........................284
Service reminder indicators ..............................145
Shift lever
Automatic transmission .........134
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................408
Shift lock system .....................408
Shopping bag hooks ...............290
Side airbags................................85
Side marker lights Switch....................................149
Side mirror
Adjustment ..............................67
Mirror position memory ...........51
Smart key system
Antenna location .....................26
Entry function ..........................24
Starting the engine ................127
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