
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks, 
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping, and safe-driving information.
3Interior and 
exterior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance 
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble 
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat 
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle 
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For owners
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, seat belt in-
structions for Canadian owners and camper informa-
tion.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this 
manual. 

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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3-4. Using the hands-free phone system 
(for cellular phone).......... 360
Hands-free phone system  (for cellular phone) ...........  360
Using the hands-free  phone system ...................  364
Making a phone call ...........  372
Setting a cellular phone......  377
Security and system  setup ................................  382
Using the phone book ........  386
3-5. Using the interior lights ...  393 Interior lights list .................  393
• Personal/interior light main switch ....................... 394
• Personal/interior lights......  395
• Cargo lamp main switch ...  397
3-6. Using the storage  features ............................ 398
List of storage features.......  398
• Glove boxes .....................  400
• Console box .....................  401
• Card holder ......................  403
• Map holder .......................  406
• Pen holder ........................  409
• Tissue pocket ...................  411
• Overhead console ............  413
• Front cup holders .............  414
• Rear cup holders ..............  416
• Bottle holders ...................  417
• Auxiliary boxes .................  419
• Storage box ......................  421 3-7. Other interior features......  424
Sun visors ...........................  424
Vanity mirrors .....................  425
Clock...................................  426
Outside temperature display ..............................  427
Ashtray ...............................  429
Cigarette lighter ..................  431
Power outlets (12V DC) ......  432
Power outlets (if 115V AC  equipped) .........................  437
Seat heaters .......................  442
Armrest  (CrewMax models only) ....  444
Seatback table ....................  445
Floor mat ............................  446
Luggage compartment  features ............................  447
Garage door opener ...........  450
Compass ............................  455
4-1. Maintenance and care ......  460 Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ...........  460
Cleaning and protecting  the vehicle interior ............  462
4-2. Maintenance ......................  465 Maintenance requirements ....................  465
General maintenance .........  467
Emission inspection and  maintenance (I/M) 
programs ..........................  470
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance .....................471
Do-it-yourself service  precautions ....................... 471
Hood ................................... 475
Engine compartment ........... 476
Tires .................................... 494
Tire inflation pressure ......... 501
Wheels ................................ 505
Air conditioning filter............ 507
Wireless remote control  battery ............................... 510
Checking and replacing  fuses ................................. 512
Light bulbs........................... 522
5-1. Essential information ....... 534 Emergency flashers ............ 534
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................... 535
If you think something is  wrong ................................ 541
Fuel pump shut off  system .............................. 542
Event data recorder ............ 543
5-2. Steps to take in an  emergency ........................545
If a warning light turns on  or a warning buzzer 
sounds... ........................... 545
If a warning message is  displayed (vehicles with 
multi-information 
display) ............................. 554 If you have a flat tire ...........  558
If the engine will not start....  575
If the shift lever cannot 
be shifted from P ..............  577
If you lose your keys...........  580
If the vehicle battery is  discharged........................  581
If your vehicle overheats ....  585
If the vehicle becomes  stuck .................................  588
6-1. Specifications ...................  590 Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ...........  590
Fuel information..................  618
Tire information ..................  622
6-2. Customization...................  633 Customizable features........  633
Items to initialize .................  636
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................  638
Seat belt instructions for  Canadian owners 
(in French) ........................  639
Camper information ............  641
5When trouble arises
6Vehicle specifications
7For owners 

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system (if equipped)
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type of engine immobilizer system.
■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the key is in contact with a metallic object
● If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
■ Certifications for the en gine immobilizer system 
For vehicles sold in U.S.A.
FCC ID: MOZRI-21BTY
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation. 
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
The vehicle’s keys have built-in tr ansponder chips that prevent the
engine from starting if the key has  not been previously registered in
the vehicle’s on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
The indicator flashes after the
key has been removed from
the engine switch to indicate
that the system is operating. 

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NOTICE
■To prevent the water damage
●Take all necessary safety measures to ensure that water damage to the
engine or other components does not occur.
● Water entering the engine air intake will cause severe engine damage.
● Water entering the automatic transmission will cause deterioration in shift
quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ulti-
mately damage.
● Water can wash the grease from wheel bearings, causing rusting and pre-
mature failure, and may also enter the differentials, transmission and
transfer case, reducing the gear oil’s lubricating qualities.
■ When you drive through water
If driving through water, such as when crossing shallow streams, first check
the depth of the water and the bottom of the river bed for firmness. Drive
slowly and avoid deep water.
■ Inspection after off-road driving
●Sand and mud that has accumulate d in brake drums and around brake
discs may affect braking efficiency and may damage brake system compo-
nents.
● Always perform a maintenance inspection after each day of off-road driv-
ing that has taken you through rough terrain, sand, mud, or water. For
scheduled maintenance information, refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”. 

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■Maintenance
●If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance
due to the additional load. (See “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or
“Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
● Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approxi-
mately 600 miles (1000 km).
CAUTION
■Trailer towing precautions
To tow a trailer safely, use extreme care and drive the vehicle in accordance
with the trailer’s characteristics and operating conditions.
The vehicle stability and braking performance are affected by trailer stability,
brake setting and performance, and the hitch.
Follow all the instructions described in this section. Failure to do so could
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■ Weight limit precautions
●The gross trailer weight must never exceed towing capacity. ( P. 251)
● The gross combination weight must never exceed the GCWR. ( P. 251)
● Exceeding the towing capacity, GVWR, GCWR or GAWR can cause an
accident resulting in death or serious injuries.
●The gross vehicle weight must never
exceed the GVWR indicated the Certifi-
cation Label.
● The gross axle weight on each axle
must never exceed the GAWR indi-
cated the Certification Label. 

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4-1. Maintenance and care ...  460Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior.........  460
Cleaning and protecting  the vehicle interior..........  462
4-2. Maintenance ...................  465 Maintenance requirements ..................  465
General maintenance.......  467
Emission inspection and  maintenance (I/M) 
programs........................  470 4-3. Do-it-yourself 
maintenance .................  471
Do-it-yourself service  precautions ....................  471
Hood ................................  475
Engine compartment ........  476
Tires .................................  494
Tire inflation pressure ......  501
Wheels .............................  505
Air conditioning filter.........  507
Wireless remote control  battery ............................  510
Checking and replacing  fuses ..............................  512
Light bulbs........................  522 

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
■Automatic car washes
●Before washing the vehicle, do the following.
• Fold the mirrors back.
• Remove the antenna.
● Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface
and harm your vehicle’s paint.
■ High pressure car washes
Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity \
of
the windows. Before entering an automatic car wash, check that the fuel filler
door on your vehicle is closed properly.
■ Aluminum wheels (if equipped)
Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use har\
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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.
Perform the following to protect the  vehicle and maintain it in prime
condition.
● Working from top to bottom, liber ally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any
dirt and dust.
Wash the vehicle body using a sponge  or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor-
oughly with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.