2009 TOYOTA SIENNA oil

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Light bulbs........................... 486
5-1. Essential information ....... 496 If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................... 496
If you think something is wrong ............................ 500
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 501
Event data recorder ............ 502
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency ....................... 504
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 504
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with
run-flat tires)...................... 515
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with
standard tires) ................... 516
If the engine will not start .... 529
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P.................... 530
If you lose your keys/ wireless remote control
transmitter ......................... 531
If the battery is discharged ........................ 532
If your vehicle overheats ..... 536
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 539 6-1. Specifications ................... 542
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 542
Fuel information.................. 550
Tire information .................. 553
6-2. Customization................... 565 Customizable features........ 565
6-3. Initialization....................... 568 Items to initialize ................. 568
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................ 570
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 571
Abbreviation list ........................ 576
Alphabetical index .................... 578
What to do if... .......................... 589
5When trouble arises
6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
Index

166 2-1. Driving procedures
NOTICE
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds.
● The vehicle will behave abnormally.
Replace a flat tire with a new one. ( P. 520)
■ When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle.
●Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following.
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, tran-
saxle, transfer (AWD models), differential, etc.
● Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft (AWD models), bearings and
suspension joints (where possible) and the function of all joints, bearings,
etc.

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2-5. Driving information
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumu lated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.

278 3-2. Using the audio system
NOTICE
■CD player precautions
Failure to follow the precautions below may result in serious damage to the
CDs or the player itself.
●Do not insert anything other than CDs into the CD slot.
● Do not apply oil to the CD player.
● Store CDs away from direct sunlight.
● Never try to disassemble any part of the CD player.
●Do not insert more than one CD at a
time.

306 3-3. Using the rear audio system
Turning on or off the operation switchesPress or to turn on the operation switches.
Press or once again or select to turn off the opera-
tion switches.
Turning on the title selection screenPress or select to turn on the title selection screen. For
the operation of the title selectio n screen, see the separate manual
for the DVD disc.
Turning on the menu screen
Press or select to turn on the menu screen. For the oper-
ation of the menu screen, see the separate manual for the DVD disc.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the remote controller
●Keep the remote control away from direct sunlight, temperature heat and
high humidity.
● Do not drop or knock the remote controller against hard objects.
● Do not sit on or place heavy objects on the remote controller.
■ DVD player
Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the DVD player. Do not insert any-
thing other than a disc into the slot.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
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Aluminum wheels
Remove any dirt immediately using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard
brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
■ Bumpers and side moldings
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
■ To prevent deteriorati on and body corrosion
● Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If you see dead insects or bird droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,
iron powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
● If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
CAUTION
■Caution about the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled
sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.

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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Allow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Toyota dealer
● Toyota technicians are well-trained specialists and are kept up to date
with the latest service information. They are well informed about the
operations of all systems on your vehicle.
● Keep a copy of the repair order. It proves that the maintenance that has
been performed is under warranty coverage. If any problem should arise
while your vehicle is under warranty, your Toyota dealer will promptly
take care of it.
CAUTION
■Warning in handling of battery
●Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and a wide variety of automobile
components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Work in a
well ventilated area.
● Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by
component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Avoid exposure and wash any affected area immediately.
● Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your hands
after handling. ( P. 450)

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4-2. Maintenance
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery Maintenance-free. ( P. 450)
Brake fluid At the correct level? ( P. 446)
Engine coolant At the correct level? ( P. 444)
Engine oil At the correct level? ( P. 439)
Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds?
Power steering fluid At the correct level? ( P. 448)
Radiator/condenser/hoses Not blocked with foreign matter?
(P. 446)
Washer fluid Is there sufficient washer fluid?
(P. 453)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supp lement”. It is recommended that
any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your
Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice.